Pope Leo XIV brings hope to Chicago sports fans, and the Knicks for their Villanova ties

Pope Leo XIV brings hope to Chicago sports fans, and the Knicks for their Villanova ties

The sports loyalties of Pope Leo XIV became a topic of conversation almost as soon as the white smoke emerged from the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel.

Receiver George Pickens points north with Cowboys after Steelers tenure turned south

Receiver George Pickens points north with Cowboys after Steelers tenure turned south

Receiver George Pickens is looking toward his future with the Dallas Cowboys after a somewhat stormy past with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The Steelers move on from George Pickens by trading mercurial receiver to Cowboys

The Steelers move on from George Pickens by trading mercurial receiver to Cowboys

The Pittsburgh Steelers appear to be running out of patience with wide receiver George Pickens.

Jaguars release WR Gabe Davis, moving on 14 months after signing him to a $39M contract

Jaguars release WR Gabe Davis, moving on 14 months after signing him to a $39M contract

The Jacksonville Jaguars released veteran receiver Gabe Davis nearly 14 months after signing him to a three-year, $39 million contract.

Ravens release Justin Tucker after accusations by massage therapists of inappropriate behavior

Ravens release Justin Tucker after accusations by massage therapists of inappropriate behavior

The Baltimore Ravens announced Monday they are releasing kicker Justin Tucker, months after reports that he was accused of inappropriate sexual behavior by massage therapists.

Washington to host the 2027 NFL draft on the National Mall, President Donald Trump says

Washington to host the 2027 NFL draft on the National Mall, President Donald Trump says

The 2027 NFL draft is heading to the nation’s capital, a person familiar with the details told The Associated Press on Sunday.

Shedeur Sanders visits Cleveland high school shortly after arriving in town

Shedeur Sanders visits Cleveland high school shortly after arriving in town

Shedeur Sanders is quickly trying to familiarize himself with his new work home.

Jeff Sperbeck, former agent for John Elway, dies after injury at 62

Jeff Sperbeck, former agent for John Elway, dies after injury at 62

Jeff Sperbeck, a business partner and former agent for NFL Hall of Famer John Elway, has died after suffering an injury at a Southern California golf resort.

NFL fines Falcons and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich following prank call to Shedeur Sanders

NFL fines Falcons and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich following prank call to Shedeur Sanders

The Atlanta Falcons have been fined $250,000 and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich has been fined $100,000 as the result of Ulbrich’s son participating in a prank call to Shedeur Sanders during the NFL draft.

J.J. McCarthy is ready for the job and the pressure of taking over as QB for the Vikings

J.J. McCarthy is ready for the job and the pressure of taking over as QB for the Vikings

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Shedeur Sanders' draft slide leads to a rare QB double dip by the Browns

Shedeur Sanders' draft slide leads to a rare QB double dip by the Browns

Shedeur Sanders’ slide down the NFL draft was the dominant story of the weekend with one of college football’s most high-profile players lasting until the fifth round.

Prank calls to other players unrelated to the one received by Shedeur Sanders, AP source says

Prank calls to other players unrelated to the one received by Shedeur Sanders, AP source says

Shedeur Sanders was not the only prospect to receive a prank call during the NFL draft.

George Kittle agrees to an extension with the 49ers that makes him the highest-paid tight end ever

George Kittle agrees to an extension with the 49ers that makes him the highest-paid tight end ever

George Kittle agreed to a four-year contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers that will make him the highest-paid tight end in NFL history.

What's next in the Commanders' process of building a new stadium in Washington

What's next in the Commanders' process of building a new stadium in Washington

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell acknowledged that a new, state-of-the-art Commanders stadium in Washington would drastically increase the chances of the U.S. capital hosting the Super Bowl for the first time.

Saints QB Derek Carr says in a sermon that 'people are lying' about him and his shoulder injury

Saints QB Derek Carr says in a sermon that 'people are lying' about him and his shoulder injury

Saints quarterback Derek Carr has stated publicly for the first time that he has a shoulder injury.