Pro Picks: Mahomes, Chiefs up for a tough task vs. Lions
The Kansas City Chiefs will have Patrick Mahomes under center after they raise their championship banner and embark on a quest to become the first team to repeat in nearly two decades.
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Brian Burns returns to Panthers practice in pads; status for Sunday’s game remains uncertain
Carolina Panthers two-time Pro Bowl outside linebacker Brian Burns returned to practice on Wednesday amid stalled talks on a contract extension.
Chandler Jones not at Raiders facility and his status is uncertain for opener at Denver
Defensive end Chandler Jones was not at the Las Vegas facility on Wednesday.
The Bills believe they are stronger after going through an emotionally draining season last year
The Buffalo Bills are drawing upon the lingering memories of an emotionally draining season last year and believe they are stronger because of it thanks to the emphasis coach Sean McDermott placed on mental health.
Chiefs All-Pro Chris Jones amid holdout as season approaches: ‘I just want a raise’
Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones says he “just wants a raise” as he threatens to take his holdout into the regular season with Kansas City scheduled to face the Detroit Lions in the NFL’s opener Thursday night.
Carl Nassib, first openly gay player to play in NFL games, announces his retirement
Edge rusher Carl Nassib, the NFL’s first openly gay player to play in a regular-season game, announced his retirement on Wednesday.
The Chiefs have won 8 straight season openers. They have a ways to go to catch the longest streak
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs have been fast starters to the NFL season.
Chiefs’ All-Pro TE Travis Kelce hyperextends knee in practice for opener vs Detroit
Tight end Travis Kelce hyperextended his knee during the Chiefs’ final practice before their opener against Detroit on Tuesday, leaving his status in question for Thursday night’s game.
Richardson, family celebrating life in new home as Colts prepare for opener against Jags
Anthony Richardson looked into his mother’s eyes when she signed the papers and picked up the keys to her new home.
New Commanders ownership has reignited the debate over the NFL team’s old name
It was noticeable when new Washington Commanders owners Josh Harris and Magic Johnson referred to the old Redskins name in their introductory news conference.