Washington Redskins dropping name Monday, according to reports

Whispers that a name change for the Washington Redskins could arrive sooner rather than later are getting louder.

Brett Favre says Colin Kaepernick will be recognized a 'hero' like Pat Tillman

The Hall of Fame quarterback said Kaepernick will receive “hero status” because he was willing to sacrifice his NFL career to protest racial inequality and social injustice. Favre compared him to the late Pat Tillman – the former Arizona Cardinals safety who left his football career to join the Army after Sept. 11.

NFL commissioner Goodell encourages teams to sign Kaepernick

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says he is encouraging teams to sign 32-year-old quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who hasn't played the past three seasons.

NFL will observe Juneteenth as league holiday, closing all offices

The NFL announced on Friday that it will observe Juneteenth, the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, as a recognized holiday. 

Rams to face Saints in first preseason game at new stadium

The first NFL preseason game at SoFi Stadium will match the Los Angeles Rams and New Orleans Saints on Aug. 14, the team announced on Wednesday.

Former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf arrested for alleged domestic battery

Former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf was arrested Friday afternoon in Palm Desert for suspicion of misdemeanor domestic battery, the latest in a series of legal troubles dating back to 2009.

NFL studying helmet face guard that works like surgical mask

With an eye toward getting back on the field during a pandemic, the NFL is working on a helmet face guard that might provide the same sort of protection as a surgical mask.

NFL player, second man sue United Airlines over female passenger's conduct

An unnamed NFL player and a second man sued United Airlines on Wednesday, alleging the airline flight crew did little to help them after they complained about the alleged sexual misconduct of a female passenger during a February flight from Los Angeles to Newark, N.J.

2 NFL players accused of armed robbery at South Florida party

Police in South Florida are trying to find Seattle Seahawks cornerback Quinton Dunbar and New York Giants cornerback DeAndre Baker after multiple witnesses accused them of an armed robbery at a party, authorities said Thursday.

High-tech devices help NFL teams keep players safe, in shape

Darius Leonard works relentlessly at his rural South Carolina home to prepare for another football season. He’s also wary of pushing too hard, knowing a minor injury could become a major setback given the dearth of medical experts in his area.

Rams still hoping for guests at SoFi Stadium opening party

The Los Angeles Rams finally have a date and an opponent for the long-awaited opening of SoFi Stadium, the multibillion-dollar reason for their return to California over four years ago.

NFL releases full 2020 season schedule, with 1st game set for September 10

Football fans had reason to celebrate on Thursday as the NFL released its full 2020 schedule, with the first game of the season set for Sept. 10, when the Texans will play the Chiefs.

NFL Draft draws record 8.4 million viewers

The 2020 NFL draft drew a record 8.4 million viewers this year, in part because it was the first live sporting event in weeks.

Powder Blue and Sunshine Gold: Los Angeles Chargers unveil new uniforms

The Los Angeles Chargers will be hitting the field in newly designed uniforms at the brand new SoFi Stadium and NFL stadiums nationwide for the upcoming 2020-21 season.