Occasions

Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel watches his players during an NFL football training camp practice Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. (George Walker IV/The Tennessean via AP)

Titans coach Mike Vrabel celebrates with surprise shower

Aug. 14, 2022 02:10 PM EDT

FILE - Fans watch at the start of an NFL football game inside AT&T Stadium between the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys, on Sept. 8, 2013, in Arlington, Texas. The Dallas Cowboys sparked criticism on social media Tuesday, July 5, 2022, after announcing a marketing agreement with a gun-themed coffee company with blends that include “AK-47 Espresso,” “Silencer Smooth” and “Murdered Out.” The partnership with the Black Rifle Coffee Co. was revealed on Twitter the day after six people died in a shooting at a Fourth of July parade in suburban Chicago. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)

Cowboys criticized over deal with gun-themed coffee company

Jul. 05, 2022 04:10 PM EDT

FILE - Buffalo Bills co-owner Kim Pegula looks on during warmups before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019. Buffalo Bills and Sabres co-owner Kim Pegula is receiving medical care from what her family on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, described as being “some unexpected health issues.” (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)

Bills, Sabres co-owner Kim Pegula treated for health issues

By John Wawrow Jun. 14, 2022 11:10 AM EDT

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson takes part in drills during the NFL team's practice at the Broncos' headquarters Monday, June 13, 2022, in Centennial, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Broncos vagabond QB keeps football atop his busy to-do list

By Arnie Stapleton Jun. 13, 2022 05:17 PM EDT

In a photo provided by Benji Weintraub, barber Levi Aronow gives an unidentified guest a haircut during Super Soul Party's 2019 Super Bowl party for homeless people Feb. 3, 2019, in New York. Super Soul Party will have parties in at least 35 cities for the Super Bowl between the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals. (Benji Weintraub via AP)

Nonprofit uses Super Bowl parties as way to help homeless

By Teresa M. Walker Feb. 04, 2022 02:25 AM EST

New York Giants head coach Joe Judge yells from the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins defeated the Giants 20-9. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

NFL teams taking extra precautions as COVID-19 cases spike

By The Associated Press Dec. 15, 2021 04:21 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) is sacked by Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)

It's Groundhog Day again as Steelers' uneven season rolls on

By Will Graves Dec. 10, 2021 10:59 AM EST

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver DeSean Jackson (1) catches a pass for a touchdown as Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis (26) defends in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)

Jackson and Carr have found rhythm in time for Raiders

By W.g. Ramirez Dec. 02, 2021 09:03 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) runs the ball for a first down as Dallas Cowboys' Malik Hooker (28), Justin Hamilton (99), Jourdan Lewis (26) and Dorance Armstrong (92) attempt to make the stop in overtime of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)

Thanksgiving football, Big 10 rivalry game score in ratings

By David Bauder Dec. 01, 2021 04:53 PM EST

Graphic shows NFL team matchups and predicts the winners in Week 12 action; 3c x 4 inches

Traditional Thanksgiving Day games are tricky for Pro Picks

By Barry Wilner Nov. 24, 2021 10:53 AM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2021 02:38 PM EST
Nov. 26 1917 — The NHL is formed with five charter members: Montreal Canadiens, Montreal Maroons, Toronto Arenas, Ottawa Senators, Quebec...

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley, rights, is greeted on the field by an unidentified member of the Ravens before an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Chicago. Huntley will start in place of a sick Lamar Jackson. (AP Photo/David Banks)

Baltimore Ravens at Chicago Bears 11/21/2021

Nov. 21, 2021 11:53 AM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady yells at his team during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

NFL Notes: Jets QB Flacco still a 'cool' presence in huddle

By The Associated Press Nov. 19, 2021 03:13 PM EST

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) pushes down Arizona Cardinals linebacker Markus Golden (44) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Rodgers stands by remarks, admits being misleading on status

By Steve Megargee Nov. 09, 2021 03:52 PM EST

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield watches players warm up for an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)

Trick or treat: Big Ben, Steelers visit Browns on Halloween

By Tom Withers Oct. 28, 2021 06:42 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) is sacked by Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (21) and defensive end Myles Garrett (95) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

Trick or treat: Browns' Garrett having fun with Halloween

By Brian Dulik Oct. 15, 2021 03:52 PM EDT

'He changed the game': Dolphins, NFL celebrate Shula's life

By Tim Reynolds Oct. 02, 2021 05:32 PM EDT
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stood on a stage and spent a few minutes running down a partial list of Don Shula’s accomplishments:...