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FILE - In this Nov. 8, 2020, file photo, Carolina Panthers wide receiver Curtis Samuel (10) runs to the end zone against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo. Washington has been practicing without receiver Curtis Samuel for the balance of training camp and without cornerback William Jackson for the past week. Samuel and Jackson were the team's highest-priced free agent additions.(AP Photo/Orlin Wagner, File)
Washington's Curtis Samuel misses practice with groin injury

By Stephen Whyno Sep. 08, 2021 02:07 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 13, 2020, file photo, Green Bay Packers offensive guard Elgton Jenkins looks to block during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit. Jenkins has spent his NFL career demonstrating he can thrive at just about every spot on the offensive line at one time or another. Now the Pro Bowl left guard looks forward to his biggest test yet as he fills in for injured All-Pro selection David Bakhtiari at left tackle and leads a Packers line that likely will include two rookie starters. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Packers' Jenkins eager for toughest challenge of his career

By Steve Megargee Sep. 07, 2021 12:20 PM EDT

Bulaga's status questionable as Chargers prepare for opener

By Joe Reedy Sep. 06, 2021 08:19 PM EDT
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Chargers offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga's status for Sunday's opener against Washington remains questionable as he continues to deal...

FILE - In this Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) hands off the ball during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Houston Texans in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex, File)
NFL 2021: AFC clearly the deeper, more powerful conference

By Barry Wilner Sep. 06, 2021 04:36 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance stands on the sideline during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Las Vegas Raiders in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
49ers QB Lance out of splint but still not throwing

By Josh Dubow Sep. 06, 2021 03:46 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 8, 2020, file photo, Carolina Panthers wide receiver Curtis Samuel (10) runs to the end zone against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo. Washington has been practicing without receiver Curtis Samuel for the balance of training camp and without cornerback William Jackson for the past week. Samuel and Jackson were the team's highest-priced free agent additions.(AP Photo/Orlin Wagner, File)
Samuel practices for Washington, status vs. Chargers unclear

By Stephen Whyno Sep. 06, 2021 02:05 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 20, 2020, file photo, Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker K.J. Wright rushes during the team's NFL football game against the Washington Football Team in Landover, Md. The Las Vegas Raiders have added another proven veteran to bolster their banged-up linebacker group, agreeing to a one-year contract with Wright. A person familiar with the deal says that the two sides reached the deal on Thursday, Sept. 2. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the contract can't be signed until after Wright passes a physical. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally, File)
AP source: Raiders agree to 1-year deal with LB K.J. Wright

By Josh Dubow Sep. 02, 2021 06:58 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 27, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Rodgers return has Packers aiming higher than NFC North

By Dave Campbell Sep. 02, 2021 12:52 PM EDT

FILE - Green Bay Packers' Davante Adams, left, Aaron Rodgers (12), Amari Rodgers (8) and Randall Cobb talk during an NFL football training camp practice at Ray Nitschke Field in Green Bay, Wisc., in this Monday, Aug. 2, 2021, file photo. Cobb, who previously played for the Packers from 2011-18, returned to Green Bay at the start of training camp in a trade that sent an undisclosed draft pick to the Houston Texans. (Samantha Madar/The Post-Crescent via AP, File)/
Aaron Rodgers' uncertain future raises stakes for Packers

By Steve Megargee Sep. 01, 2021 07:58 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tyron Johnson, center, is brought down by Seattle Seahawks' Marquise Blair, Damarious Randall and Ugo Amadi, from left, during the first half of an NFL football preseason game Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Jaguars claim WR Johnson off waivers from Chargers, add 13

Sep. 01, 2021 07:56 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance stands on the sideline during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Las Vegas Raiders in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
49ers rookie QB Trey Lance's injured finger healing

By Josh Dubow Sep. 01, 2021 06:19 PM EDT

Judgement II: Giants' expectations higher with new signings

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 04:19 PM EDT
NEW YORK GIANTS (6-10) New faces: WR Kenny Golladay, WR Kadarius Toney, WR John Ross, TE Kyle Rudolph, CB Adoree Jackson, RB Devontae...

Los Angeles Chargers quarterbacks, Justin Herbert, left, and Easton Stick practice as the Chargers and the San Francisco 49ers hold a joint NFL football team practice in Costa Mesa, Calif., Friday, Aug. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
Herbert, new coach Staley look to get Chargers back on track

By Joe Reedy Sep. 01, 2021 03:44 PM EDT

Packers resume Super Bowl chase after tumultuous offseason

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 03:27 PM EDT
GREEN BAY PACKERS (14-4) New faces: Defensive coordinator Joe Barry, LB De’Vondre Campbell, WR Randall Cobb, C Josh Myers OG Royce Newman,...

Saints seek 5th straight playoff season, but with a new QB

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 01:36 PM EDT
NEW ORLEANS SAINTS (13-5) New faces: TE Nick Vannett, DE Tanoh Kpassagnon, DE Payton Turner, LB Pete Warner, CB Paulson Adebo, P Blake...

Chargers enter Brandon Staley Era with high expectations

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 11:40 AM EDT
LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (7-9) New faces: Coach Brandon Staley, C Corey Linsley, Gs Matt Feiler and Oday Aboushi, TE Jared Cook, QB Chase...

FILE — New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, in this Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, file photo, in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots released quarterback Cam Newton on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021, clearing the way for rookie Mac Jones to open the season as New England's quarterback, according to a person with knowledge of the move. The person spoke to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the decision has not been announced. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
Cam Newton headlines list of NFL players released

By Rob Maaddi Aug. 31, 2021 06:24 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Marcell Ateman (88) celebrates his touchdown catch with Derek Carr (4) during the second half of the team's preseason NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Chiefs rebuild O-line to protect Mahomes, fend off rivals

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 31, 2021 01:51 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Darece Roberson Jr (83) celebrates with wide receiver Penny Hart (19) after Roberson caught a pass for a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL football preseason game Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Seahawks thump Chargers 27-0 with most starters sitting

By Tim Booth Aug. 29, 2021 01:04 AM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Chase Daniel (7) throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)
Chargers' Daniel, Stick still vying to be Herbert's backup

By Joe Reedy Aug. 27, 2021 07:33 PM EDT