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Jaguars two-way star Travis Hunter working toward return to field

The Jacksonville Jaguars' Travis Hunter said none of the recent speculation about his two-way usage moving forward bothers him.

By MARK LONG / The Associated Press May 27, 2026

Travis Hunter celebrates after making a catch and picking up a first down for the Jacksonville Jaguars during a home game against the Seattle Seahawks last Oct. 12. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel eager to focus on here and now with team

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said he's enjoying keeping his attention on the field right now.

By KYLE HIGHTOWER / The Associated Press May 27, 2026

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel taps offensive tackle Caleb Lomu on the helmet during a voluntary practice Wednesday in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

SEC coaches express caution regarding 24-team football playoff

So much for settling into college football's new postseason format.

By David Paschall May 26, 2026

Ohio State Athletics photo / Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith looks for running room as Tennessee linebacker Edwin Spillman gives chase during a 2024 College Football Playoff first-round matchup. The Buckeyes won 42-17 on their way to claiming the title in the inaugural 12-team CFP field.

Supreme Court won’t intervene in discrimination suit led by Black ex-head coach Flores against NFL

The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to intervene in a discrimination lawsuit led by former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores against the NFL, allowing the case to proceed toward trial.

By LINDSAY WHITEHURST / Associated Press May 26, 2026

FILE - Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores yells during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Monday, Dec. 27, 2021, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

Titans QB Cam Ward not limited by shoulder as he learns new offense

The shoulder injury that knocked Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward out of the finale to his rookie season in January has not been not an issue during the team's offseason program.

By TERESA M. WALKER / The Associated Press May 21, 2026

Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Brian Daboll watches as quarterback Cam Ward passes during practice Thursday in Nashville. (AP Photo/John Amis)

NFL executive says Nashville will be a ‘game-changer for the Super Bowl’

Nashville gave a hint Wednesday of what the NFL and football fans can expect in 2030, when Music City hosts Super Bowl LXIV.

By TERESA M. WALKER / The Associated Press May 20, 2026

People cheer during a street party Wednesday night on Broadway in Nashville celebrating the NFL's announcement Tuesday that Tennessee's capital city and the new Nissan Stadium, which is currently under construction, would host Super Bowl LXIV in 2030. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich part of NFL’s accelerator program

Jeff Ulbrich hopes his brief tenure as interim head coach of the New York Jets doesn't prevent him from leading an NFL team again someday.

By ROB MAADDI / The Associated Press May 20, 2026

Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich watches as the team prepares for an NFC South Division matchup against the Carolina Panthers on Sept. 21, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers will make 2026 NFL season his last on field

Aaron Rodgers took his time before deciding he wanted to come back for a 22nd season of professional football.

By WILL GRAVES / The Associated Press May 20, 2026

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers throws during a voluntary offseason practice for the team Wednesday. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

NFL taking 2030 Super Bowl to Nashville and Titans’ new enclosed stadium

The NFL is taking the 2030 Super Bowl to Nashville and the Tennessee Titans' new Nissan Stadium after team owners voted Tuesday to hold the league's championship game in the Music City for the first time.

By TERESA M. WALKER / AP Pro Football Writer May 19, 2026

FILE - Construction continues on a new enclosed stadium for the Tennessee Titans NFL football team Monday, May 18, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV, File)

NFL reveals complete nine-game international slate for 2026 season

The San Francisco 49ers will bookend the NFL's largest ever international slate this season.

By The Associated Press May 13, 2026

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