NFL

Nick Bosa set to play for 49ers in NFL opener against Rams in Australia

San Francisco's returning stars are tracking toward full participation for the NFL's first-ever regular-season game in Australia, balancing high-stakes competition with delicate medical recoveries.

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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell agrees on a 4-year contract extension

The extension secures Goodell's leadership through March 31, 2031, aligning his tenure with the expiration of the current collective bargaining agreement.

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Raiders name Kirk Cousins starting QB over rookie Fernando Mendoza

The Raiders are opting for a veteran-led incubation period to accelerate rookie Fernando Mendoza's growth. This marks the first time a top-pick quarterback has started as a backup since 2018.

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49ers owner Jed York pleads no contest after Ohio prostitution sting

The NFL has launched an investigation into Jed York under its personal conduct policy after the principal owner was arrested in East Palestine, Ohio.

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CeeDee Lamb home burglarized for over $300,000 in luxury bags

Fairview police are investigating a burglary where a single suspect entered through a broken window to steal four luxury bags. The incident is part of a series of high-profile targets among professional athletes.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers sign Vita Vea to $30 million contract extension

After submitting a trade request and staging a training camp hold-in, defensive tackle Vita Vea secured a contract extension that ties him to Tampa Bay through 2027.

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Roger Goodell predicts NFL will eventually place teams outside United States

As the league prepares for a record-breaking slate of overseas fixtures, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated he has no doubt the league will eventually base permanent franchises outside the United States.

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Marcus Mariota to miss rest of preseason with sprained MCL

Marcus Mariota is sidelined with a sprained MCL after the preseason opener. Sam Hartman and Athan Kaliakmanis will now see more reps in the final two games.

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Derek Carr joins UCLA football staff as special adviser

Months after a shoulder injury cut short his NFL career, former Pro Bowl quarterback Derek Carr is turning down professional comeback offers to begin his coaching career as a special adviser for UCLA.

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Patriots sign tight end Hunter Henry to two-year contract extension

Veteran tight end Hunter Henry has agreed to a two-year contract extension with the New England Patriots, anchoring the team's offense alongside quarterback Drake Maye.

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Teddy Bridgewater, veteran quarterback, stepping away from Lions

The Lions have placed Teddy Bridgewater on the reserve/retired list and signed Josh Dobbs, who has previously worked under offensive coordinator Drew Petzing.

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Caleb Williams reposts Liam Coen's dig about Jaguars' media coverage

Coach Liam Coen is framing the lack of media coverage for the Jacksonville Jaguars as a motivational tool. Caleb Williams responded by reposting Coen's remarks on X without commentary.

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CBS Sports puts Tony Romo on leave after OWI arrest; JJ Watt to replace him

CBS Sports has placed analyst Tony Romo on leave after his arrest for suspected operating while intoxicated in Milwaukee. JJ Watt will replace Romo in the broadcast booth.

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Patriots offer Christian Gonzalez record-breaking contract extension

Owner Robert Kraft revealed that the Patriots have tabled a record-breaking contract extension to make Christian Gonzalez the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history.

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George Kittle deadlifts 665 pounds as he recovers from Achilles injury

George Kittle has reached a significant rehabilitation milestone by deadlifting 665 pounds six months after sustaining a torn Achilles. The 49ers tight end is targeting a return for the team's Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.

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Vinod Khosla to purchase Seattle Seahawks for record $9.6 billion

The Estate of Paul G. Allen has reached a formal agreement to sell the Seattle Seahawks to an ownership group led by Vinod Khosla for $9.612 billion. This transaction follows mandates in Paul Allen's will to liquidate sports holdings for charitable causes.

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Former NFL star Chris Johnson reveals ALS diagnosis at age 40

Former NFL star Chris Johnson has announced a diagnosis of sporadic ALS at age 40. He is participating in clinical trials while advocating for more research.

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