The 49ers acquire Chase Young from the Commanders, AP sources say
The San Francisco 49ers got some needed help for their struggling defense, acquiring edge rusher Chase Young from the Washington Commanders for a conditional third-round draft pick.
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Christian McCaffrey repeats as the top running back in the AP’s NFL Top 5 rankings
Christian McCaffrey has been scoring at a record-setting pace so far this season.
Bears acquire Montez Sweat from the Commanders for a 2024 2nd-round pick, AP source says
The Chicago Bears acquired pass rusher Montez Sweat from the Washington Commanders for a 2024 second-round pick, according to a person with knowledge of the trade.
Chiefs and Patriots compete for fans and influence in Germany ahead of games in Frankfurt
The Patriots have the history.
Andy Reid again lands the lead spot in AP’s NFL Top 5 head coach rankings
Andy Reid again was a near-unanimous choice by The Associated Press for the top spot among NFL head coaches, receiving eight of nine first-place votes.
Vikings confirm Cousins is done for the season with a torn Achilles tendon in a devastating blow
Kirk Cousins is out for the rest of the season with a torn right Achilles tendon.
Patrick Mahomes again is unanimous choice by AP for the top spot among NFL quarterbacks
Patrick Mahomes stands alone at the top.
Packers OLB Rashan Gary agrees to 4-year contract extension
Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Rashan Gary has agreed to a four-year contract extension.
Derrick Henry, Chase Young, Brian Burns are among several star NFL players who could be on the move
The best team in the NFC already added an All-Pro to the secondary.
49ers QB Brock Purdy placed in concussion protocol
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is in concussion protocol, putting his status for this week’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals in doubt.