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FILE - San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) looks on prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, in Glendale, Ariz., in this Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, file photo. The San Francisco 49ers locked up their biggest potential free agent for the long term by agreeing to give star left tackle Trent Williams the richest contract ever for an offensive lineman. Williams' agents at Elite Loyalty Sports say the deal agreed to early Wednesday morning, March 17, 2021, will pay Williams $138.1 million over the next six years, surpassing the $138 million deal David Bakhtiari got from during last season. (AP Photo/Jennifer Stewart, File)
Some NFL veterans prosper as business season begins

By Barry Wilner Mar. 17, 2021 04:26 PM EDT

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady leaves the field an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, in this Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, file photo. om Brady has agreed to a contract extension with the Buccaneers that provides the Super Bowl champions with much-needed salary cap relief and will help the seven-time NFL champion reach a goal of playing until he’s at least 45. Brady posted a picture of himself on Twitter, signing the extension Friday, March 12, 2021, with the message: “In pursuit of 8 ... LFG@ Buccaneers we’re keeping the band together.” (AP Photo/Brett Duke, File)
Nobody comes for free in NFL free agency that begins Monday

By Barry Wilner Mar. 13, 2021 01:20 PM EST

Browns without 6 players, 3 assistant coaches vs. Steelers

By The Associated Press Jan. 03, 2021 12:23 PM EST
The Cleveland Browns are missing six players and three assistant coaches because of COVID-19 for their biggest game in nearly two decades. ...

The Galen Arena is closed due to a confirmed case of COVID-19 as the Southern California men's basketball team canceled an NCAA college basketball game against Stanford in Los Angeles, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)
The Latest: Cardinals place WR Christian Kirk on COVID list

By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2021 11:14 AM EST

Virginia coach Tony Bennett claps for the team during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Notre Dame on Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020, in South Bend, Ind. Virginia won 66-57. (AP Photo/Robert Franklin)
The Latest: Duke-Florida State basketball game postponed

By The Associated Press Jan. 01, 2021 11:44 AM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) warms up before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Miami Dolphins need a good game Sunday to ensure they get to keep playing, and that's especially true for Tua Tagovailoa. Coach Brian Flores has benched Tagovailoa twice in the fourth quarter, including last week at Las Vegas, when backup quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick helped Miami overcome a pair of deficits in the final 10 minutes. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Dolphins QB Ryan Fitzpatrick tests positive for COVID-19

By Steven Wine Dec. 31, 2020 04:26 PM EST

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) rushes for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Browns lose CB Ward for Steelers game after positive test

By Tom Withers Dec. 31, 2020 10:55 AM EST

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Isaiah Ford, left, celebrates with quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick after defeating the Las Vegas Raiders in an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Fitz will watch as Dolphins try to get him into the playoffs

By Steven Wine Dec. 28, 2020 01:07 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to throw against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Dolphins' Tagovailoa set to start against Bengals

By The Associated Press Dec. 06, 2020 12:14 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) watches the final minutes from the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
The Latest: Cowboys win, NFC East teams all have 3 wins

By The Associated Press Nov. 22, 2020 12:55 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, file photo, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) runs from Detroit Lions cornerback Jeff Okudah after catching a pass during the first half of an NFL football game, in Minneapolis. There’s no shortage of high draft picks making huge impact around the league, especially on offense with the instant success of players like Jefferson. (AP Photo/Jim Mone, File)
Talent show: Rookie class shines despite virus limitations

By Dave Campbell Nov. 12, 2020 01:56 AM EST

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) passes against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
AFC features plenty of star power even without Tom Brady

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 10, 2020 03:18 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) runs for a touchdown as Miami Dolphins free safety Eric Rowe (21) defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Tagovailoa, Dolphins rally for 34-31 win over Cardinals

By David Brandt Nov. 08, 2020 08:50 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce, left, celebrates his touchdown as Buffalo Bills' Tre'Davious White, right, looks on, during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 19, 2020, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
LT teams with toy drives to help underprivileged children

By The Associated Press Oct. 23, 2020 11:04 AM EDT

New York Giants cornerback James Bradberry (24) celebrates with teammates after making an interception during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
The Latest: Brady, Bucs roll to win, give Packers first loss

By The Associated Press Oct. 18, 2020 03:47 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott speaks with strong safety Micah Hyde (23) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Undefeated Bills, Titans set to face off if testing allows

By Teresa M. Walker Oct. 12, 2020 01:21 PM EDT

NFL Today, Week 5

By The Associated Press Oct. 11, 2020 09:21 PM EDT
SCOREBOARD Monday, Oct. 12 Los Angeles Chargers (1-3) at New Orleans (2-2), Monday 8:15 p.m. EDT, ESPN. ...

Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds, right, runs in for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in East Rutherford. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
The Latest: Cowboys edge Giants with field goal on last play

By The Associated Press Oct. 11, 2020 01:37 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) and head coach Andy Reid bump fists after an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Monday, Sept. 28, 2020, in Baltimore. The Chiefs won 34-20. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
Column: NFL season precariously close to tipping point

By Tim Dahlberg Oct. 07, 2020 05:11 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 27, 2020, file photo, Tennessee Titans and the Minnesota Vikings players meet at midfield following an NFL football game in Minneapolis. Tennessee will not be returning to the team's facility Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020, after two more players tested positive in the NFL's first COVID-19 outbreak, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. The Titans had no positive tests Monday or Tuesday for the first time after six consecutive days of positive results. A third straight day was necessary for the team to be allowed back in its headquarters.(AP Photo/Jim Mone, File)
NFL looking at "several" protocol incidents with Titans

By Teresa M. Walker Oct. 07, 2020 08:55 AM EDT