Dallas Goedert “happy that the tight end position is seen as more valuable”

The contract extensions signed by 49ers tight end George Kittle and Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce got noticed in Philadelphia. Zach Ertz has two years left on his current deal and the two new contracts have raised the bar on salaries at the position. Dallas Goedert will be able to sign an extension after the [more]

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Champions League winner's incredible journey from refugee camp

Alphonso Davies' road to Champions League glory was more treacherous than most.

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Steelers like Minkah Fitzpatrick “right where he is at free safety”

The trade that sent Minkah Fitzpatrick from Miami to Pittsburgh last season worked out well for the Steelers as Fitzpatrick played free safety at an elite level over the course of the year. Fitzpatrick had not been tethered to that spot with the Dolphins, which led to some complaints about how he was used and [more]

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O.J. Howard more confident, with addition of Rob Gronkowski

The Buccaneers used a first-round pick on O.J. Howard in 2017 hoping he’d be their difference-maker at tight end. This offseason brought in a guy who has been one for years. But Howard doesn’t view the addition of Rob Gronkowski as a threat, but something that makes the entire team more dangerous. ‘‘We’ve got a [more]

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Stephen Jones: Not productive to talk about any move that might be in the works

When Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy was asked about safety Earl Thomas at a Monday video conference, he said the team had discussed Thomas after his release by the Ravens and that they were “very comfortable” with their current roster. That fit with word that the Cowboys hadn’t made any immediate move to bid for [more]

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Raiders wear jerseys of franchise greats in practice

The Raiders are serious about preserving their traditions. Other than leaving Oakland, of course. And in Monday’s practice, that meant it looked like they had a roster full of Hall-of-Famers and all-time greats. Via the team’s official website, Raiders coach Jon Gruden had players wear jerseys of past franchise greats during practice Monday, with rookie [more]

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Vic Fangio doesn’t “give a damn” about attendance inconsistencies

Some coaches, like Sean McDermott of the Bills and Mike Zimmer of the Vikings, have been grousing about a decision the NFL has made and won’t change. At least one coach realizes there’s no point complaining about a decision the NFL has made and won’t change. Broncos coach Vic Fangio has no complaints about the [more]

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