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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., watch and listen to Saints quarterback Drew Brees, speak during a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony honoring amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) advocate and former National Football League (NFL) player, Steve Gleason, in Statuary Hall on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Ex-NFL player Steve Gleason honored by Congress for ALS work

Jan. 15, 2020 07:08 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 31, 2019, file photo, San Francisco 49ers linebacker Kwon Alexander (56) looks on during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, in Glendale, Ariz. Alexander has returned to practice for the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020, for the first time since tearing his pectoral muscle midway through the season. The Niners opened up the three-week practice window for Alexander to be activated from injured reserve in the playoffs. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
49ers activate LB Kwon Alexander from injured reserve

Jan. 10, 2020 04:20 PM EST

FILE - In this Monday, Jan. 18, 2016, file photo, former New Orleans Saints NFL football player Steve Gleason is shown during an interview in New Orleans. Gleason, who become a leading advocate for people struggling with Lou Gehrig's disease after he was diagnosed with the paralyzing condition, will be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal during a ceremony on Jan. 15. President Donald Trump signed legislation last year awarding Gleason the medal, which is the highest civilian honor awarded by Congress. (AP Photo/Jonathan Bachman, File)
Gleason to receive Congressional Gold Medal Jan. 15

By Rebecca Santana Jan. 03, 2020 01:55 PM EST

Buffalo Bills cornerback Levi Wallace (39) is carted off the field during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Chiefs among playoff-bound teams with injury concerns

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 06:59 PM EST

Son of Detroit Lions WR Marvin Jones dies

Dec. 28, 2019 10:02 PM EST
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The son of Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones has died. The Lions announced the death of Jones' son, Marlo,...

FILE - In this Oct. 23, 2009, file photo, Peter Fonda, poses atop a Harley-Davidson motorcycle in Glendale, Calif. Fonda, the son of a Hollywood legend who became a movie star in his own right both writing and starring in counterculture classics like "Easy Rider," has died. His family says in a statement that Fonda died Aug. 16, 2019, at his home in Los Angeles. He was 79. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)
Final goodbye: Recalling influential people who died in 2019

By Bernard Mcghee Dec. 23, 2019 10:13 AM EST

Washington Redskins quarterback Dwayne Haskins sits on cart while being taking off the field during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
QB Dwayne Haskins injures ankle in Redskins' loss to Giants

By Stephen Whyno Dec. 22, 2019 06:26 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles' Vinny Curry (75) pulls down Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
The Latest: Bears NT Goldman leaves with concussion

By The Associated Press Dec. 22, 2019 11:06 AM EST

Dolphins WRs Parker, Wilson cleared from concussion protocol

Dec. 14, 2019 10:21 PM EST
MIAMI (AP) — Receivers DeVante Parker and Albert Wilson were cleared from the concussion protocol Saturday and are expected to play for the Miami Dolphins on...

Assistant Attorney General Brian Benczkowski announces charges against ten former National Football League (NFL) players who are accused of defrauding an NFL health care program, at the Justice Department in Washington, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)
10 ex-NFL players charged with defrauding healthcare program

By Michael Balsamo Dec. 12, 2019 10:42 AM EST

WKU's Bassey to have season-ending left knee surgery

Dec. 09, 2019 02:41 PM EST
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (AP) — Western Kentucky center Charles Bassey will miss the remainder of this season after fracturing his left knee against Arkansas. ...

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) celebrates a 61-yard touchdown play with Marshal Yanda during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019. (AP Photo/John Munson)
The Latest: QBs Ryan, Jackson, Lock shine in NFL's Week 15

By The Associated Press Dec. 08, 2019 11:05 AM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 12, 2017, file photo, Philadelphia Eagles' Brandon Brooks (79) sits on the bench during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte, N.C. Brooks said pressure of trying to live up to a new contract led to an anxiety attack that forced him out of the Philadelphia Eagles’ game last Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019. Brooks has dealt with anxiety for several years but has started 50 straight games, including the playoffs. But he recently signed a four-year, $54.2 million contract and it weighed on his mind. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone, File)
Eagles star guard Brandon Brooks talks openly about anxiety

Nov. 26, 2019 09:48 PM EST

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (10) celebrates a touchdown behind New York Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins (20) during the second half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Injuries deplete Chicago Bears receiving group

By Gene Chamberlain Nov. 26, 2019 07:34 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks' Russell Wilson, left, and Philadelphia Eagles' Carson Wentz meet after an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Philadelphia. Seattle won 17-9. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Wentz’s hand injury is latest problem for Philly’s offense

By The Associated Press Nov. 24, 2019 08:07 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) carries against New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan, left, in the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019. (AP Photo/Rusty Costanza)
Falcons rule out RB Freeman (foot), TE Hooper (knee)

Nov. 15, 2019 03:08 PM EST

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (88) is tackled by Dallas Cowboys middle linebacker Jaylon Smith (54) during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Giants' Engram has foot injury, may not play vs. Jets

By Tom Canavan Nov. 06, 2019 05:02 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 13, 2019, file photo, Miami Dolphins running back Mark Walton (22) runs with the football during the first half at an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Miami Gardens, Fla. Walton has been suspended without pay for the next four games for violating NFL conduct and substance abuse policies. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)
Dolphins RB Mark Walton suspended for 4 games by NFL

By Steven Wine Nov. 04, 2019 05:35 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton stands on the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Panthers' Cam Newton to get another opinion on injured foot

By Steve Reed Nov. 01, 2019 12:58 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 11, 2018, file photo, Washington Redskins offensive tackle Trent Williams stands on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa, Fla. A person with knowledge of the situation says Williams has reported to the Redskins, ending his holdout. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019, because the team had not announced Williams’ return. He can be kept off the 53-man roster for up to three weeks after reporting.(AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Redskins' Williams reveals cancer scare, explains holdout

Oct. 31, 2019 05:10 PM EDT