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• Sources: Chiefs' Mathieu tests positive for COVID

  01-09-2021 23:56 via espn.com
  
  Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu has been placed on the league's reserve/COVID-19 list after testing positive for the coronavirus, sources told ESPN.
  
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• Raiders GM: Time to snap 4-year playoff drought

  01-09-2021 23:33 via espn.com
  
  Raiders GM Mike Mayock says the team was unusually affected by the coronavirus pandemic last season and that Las Vegas needs to be a playoff team in 2021.
  
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• Eagles' Ertz ready to forget offseason drama

  01-09-2021 23:09 via espn.com
  
  Speaking publicly for the first time since January, Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz said he's ready to move past the off-season trade talk drama and recommit to the team and the city.
  
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• Vikings TE Smith (meniscus) likely to miss season

  01-09-2021 21:13 via espn.com
  
  The Vikings are preparing for third-year tight end Irv Smith Jr. to miss the entire season after he underwent surgery Wednesday to repair a meniscus injury.
  
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• Source: Falcons OL Andrews on IR, broken hand

  01-09-2021 20:17 via espn.com
  
  Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Josh Andrews will start his season on injured reserve after breaking his hand in practice, a source confirmed to ESPN. Atlanta claimed guard Colby Gossett off waivers.
  
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• Jets cut CB Austin, likely to start rookie at spot

  01-09-2021 20:17 via espn.com
  
  The Jets released starting cornerback Bless Austin on Wednesday, choosing to go with a younger player at his spot.
  
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• Cut by Lions, Perriman joining Bears, agent says

  01-09-2021 19:55 via espn.com
  
  After being released Monday by the Lions, wide receiver Breshad Perriman is signing a one-year deal with the Bears, according to his agent.
  
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• Perriman joins Bears after Lions cut, agent says

  01-09-2021 19:26 via espn.com
  
  After being released Monday by the Lions, wide receiver Breshad Perriman is signing a one-year deal with the Bears, according to his agent.
  
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• Jacksonville to host Packers-Saints in Week 1

  01-09-2021 18:37 via espn.com
  
  Jacksonville's TIAA Bank Field will be the site of the New Orleans Saints' Week 1 home game against the Green Bay Packers, the NFL announced Wednesday.
  
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• Steelers' Haden to enter free-agent market in '22

  01-09-2021 17:55 via espn.com
  
  Pittsburgh Steelers CB Joe Haden has decided to play out the final year of his contract in Pittsburgh and then enter the free-agent market in 2022, his agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Wednesday.
  
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• Sources: Vikings TE Smith likely to miss season

  01-09-2021 17:55 via espn.com
  
  Vikings tight end Irv Smith Jr. underwent surgery to repair his meniscus Wednesday morning and is likely to miss the season based on the 4-5 month recovery timetable, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
  
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• Jags: No players cut due to vaccination status

  01-09-2021 17:07 via espn.com
  
  The Jacksonville Jaguars said Wednesday in a statement that they did not release any players because of COVID-19 vaccination status, one day after head coach Urban Meyer indicated otherwise.
  
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• Shannon Sharpe: It’s time for Ben Simmons to exit the 76ers; you have the head coach & superstar blaming him I UNDISPUTED

  01-09-2021 16:53
  
  Ben Simmons has reportedly told the Philadelphia's front office that he no longer wants to be a 76er and he does not intend to report to training camp. According to a Western Conference executive, the all-star point guard has eyes on three California teams as a possible destination. Shannon Sharpe explains why it's time for Simmons to exit out of Philly.
  
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• “Ty Lue doesn’t deserve all the blame” — Shannon Sharpe on Rajon Rondo taking a subtle shot at Clippers’ head coach I UNDISPUTED

  01-09-2021 16:39
  
  The Lakers officially welcomed Rajon Rondo yesterday with an introductory press conference, and the veteran point guard didn’t hold back when talking about his stint with the Clippers last year. When dismissing the idea that his career is on the downside, he seemingly pointed the finger back at Ty Lue, saying 'I don’t think my game's declined. You’re only as good as your coach believes in you. Going forward this year, I understand where I am in my career, but I believe I can st
  
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• Skip Bayless: Cowboys should sign Cam Newton as a backup for Dak Prescott I UNDISPUTED

  01-09-2021 16:16
  
  Amid reports that the Dallas Cowboys would do its due diligence on Cam Newton as a potential backup to Dak Prescott, Jerry Jones said that the team is confident with Cooper Rush in that position. Jerry told a local Dallas radio show that quote 'It’s a high bar when you got the background in it that Cooper’s got.' Cam Newton is now a free agent, and may need to wait until an injury to get a chance to join another roster. Hear whether Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe believe the Cowboys
  
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• Giants to retire Strahan's No. 92 in November

  01-09-2021 16:07 via espn.com
  
  The No. 92 of Michael Strahan, who won a Super Bowl in his 15-year career with the Giants and holds the single-season sack record, will be retired by the team on Nov. 28, when New York hosts the Eagles.
  
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• Mansoor answers Rapid Fire Questions: WWE AL AN

  01-09-2021 15:53
  
  Mansoor answers Rapid Fire Questions: WWE AL AN
  
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• Nick Wright reveals his NFL tiers heading into the 2021 season I FIRST THINGS FIRST

  01-09-2021 15:46
  
  Now that the 2021 season is fast approaching, Nick Wright breaks down his NFL Tiers. See which teams Nick thinks are real contenders, and which teams are 'dead in the water'. Plus Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes share their thoughts on Nick's tiers, and make cases for their own additions.
  
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• Belichick: Cam's vax status no factor in release

  01-09-2021 15:34 via espn.com
  
  Patriots coach Bill Belichick said Cam Newton's vaccination status wasn't a factor in the team's decision to release him.
  
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• Chris Broussard: ‘There’s no doubt about it, Ben Simmons wants out of Philadelphia’ I FIRST THINGS FIRST

  01-09-2021 15:27
  
  Chris Broussard has the inside scoop, and it looks like Ben Simmons would be willing to play for anywhere, for any of the other 29 teams, outside of the Philadelphia 76ers. Knowing this, Broussard tries to predict what the future for the Sixers will be without Ben Simmons, and what direction Simmons will go should the Sixers decide to trade him.
  
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• Kofi Kingston vs. The Miz – United States Title Match: WWE Breaking Point 2009 (Full Match)

  01-09-2021 15:00
  
  Kofi Kingston vs. The Miz - United States Title Match: WWE Breaking Point 2009 (Full Match)
  
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• Matthew Stafford faces Super Bowl expectations with Rams, but how's his supporting cast?

  01-09-2021 14:40 via espn.com
  
  Stafford was brought in to bring the Rams a Super Bowl championship, but he can't do that alone. A position-by-position look at who needs to help him.
  
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• Here's when Jones emerged as Patriots' No. 1 QB

  01-09-2021 14:40 via espn.com
  
  The competition tilted toward the rookie while Cam Newton was out for a COVID-19 “misunderstanding.”
  
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• Abraham Toro cranks grand slam as Mariners blank Astros, 4-0

  01-09-2021 07:31
  
  Abraham Toro hit a grand slam and the Seattle Mariners' pitching staff returned the favor, resulting in a 4-0 win over the Houston Astros.
  
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• Blake Snell spins seven no-hit innings as Padres beat Diamondbacks, 3-0

  01-09-2021 07:28
  
  Blake Snell threw seven no-hit innings to lead the San Diego Padres over the Arizona Diamondbacks, 3-0.
  
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• Corey Seager’s clutch RBI double lifts Dodgers over Braves, 3-2

  01-09-2021 07:16
  
  Corey Seager's eighth inning RBI double gave the Los Angeles Dodgers a 3-2 win over the Atlanta Braves.
  
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• Meyer's remarks on Jags' cuts spark NFLPA probe

  01-09-2021 06:14 via espn.com
  
  Jaguars coach Urban Meyer said whether a player was vaccinated for COVID-19 was taken into consideration when the team set its roster. The NFL Players Association then said Meyer's statement "led us to open an investigation."
  
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• Seahawks' Diggs: 'Business thing' delaying return

  01-09-2021 05:23 via espn.com
  
  Saying that he's working on a business deal off the field that is "something I had to do to protect myself," Seattle safety Quandre Diggs told reporters Tuesday that he is planning to soon return to practice with the Seahawks.
  
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• Tuesday's NFL news brings Bama QB memes full circle

  01-09-2021 03:16 via espn.com
  
  On Tuesday, the news Mac Jones, Tua Tagovailoa and Jalen Hurts would all be starting in Week 1 of the NFL season brought the Alabama QB memes full circle. It could also mark the end of a long-standing (and bleak) former Crimson Tide quarterback trend.
  
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• Watson included on Texans' initial 53-man roster

  01-09-2021 01:26 via espn.com
  
  Quarterback Deshaun Watson was on the Texans' initial 53-man roster after Houston made its cuts before the deadline Tuesday.
  
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• Vikings fill need at TE, get Herndon from Jets

  01-09-2021 01:04 via espn.com
  
  The Vikings traded for Jets tight end Chris Herndon on Tuesday, helping to fill a void at the position created by Irv Smith's knee injury.
  
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• Sources: Flores reminds Dolphins Tua is 'our' QB

  01-09-2021 00:36 via espn.com
  
  During a team meeting on Tuesday, amid reports of a potential trade being tied to the Dolphins, Miami coach Brian Flores told his players and staff that Tua Tagovailoa is "our quarterback" in a brief but poignant message, sources told ESPN.
  
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• Meyer: Vaccination status a factor in Jags' cuts

  01-09-2021 00:36 via espn.com
  
  Jacksonville Jaguars coach Urban Meyer said whether or not a player was vaccinated for COVID-19 was taken into consideration when the team said its roster.
  
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• Cardinals place CB Malcolm Butler on retired list

  01-09-2021 00:36 via espn.com
  
  Veteran cornerback Malcolm Butler was placed on the reserve/retired list by the Cardinals on Tuesday after a report surfaced that he was dealing with a personal situation.
  
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• Saints WR Thomas on PUP, out at least 6 weeks

  01-09-2021 00:10 via espn.com
  
  Wide receiver Michael Thomas will miss the first five games of the season, as the New Orleans Saints placed him on the physically unable to perform list Tuesday.
  
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• Patriots release Newton; Jones will start at QB

  01-09-2021 00:10 via espn.com
  
  The Patriots are releasing Cam Newton, and Mac Jones will be the starting quarterback, sources told ESPN.
  
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• Competition over: Eagles name Hurts starter

  01-09-2021 00:10 via espn.com
  
  The Eagles finally made it official, naming Jalen Hurts the starting quarterback.
  
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