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Aaron Rodgers defends his offensive coordinator, Nathaniel Hackett, after critical comments from Broncos' head coach, Sean Payton.

Aaron Rodgers defends his offensive coordinator, Nathaniel Hackett, after critical comments from Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton.

Aaron Rodgers defends his offensive coordinator against critical comments made by Broncos head coach, Sean Payton. Rodgers calls Payton's comments inappropriate.

Former UGA football star Sony Michel retires from the NFL after a successful career with the Patriots and Rams.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow suffered a calf injury during practice and will be out for several weeks.

Former Broncos head coach Vance Joseph has returned to Denver as an assistant coach, saying he relishes the opportunity to work for new Broncos head coach Sean Payton. Payton had originally planned to hire Vic Fangio, but he joined the Dolphins instead. Payton praised Joseph's professionalism and leadership, and Joseph expressed his admiration for Payton's coaching abilities. Joseph aims to help Payton end the Broncos' playoff drought and win games. He also mentioned former Broncos coach Wade Phillips, who returned as the team's defensive coordinator and won a championship.

"Brother of Aaron Hernandez arrested after school shooting threat worries"

Brewers call up prospect Sal Frelick, who impresses in MLB debut.

Nursing student missing for 50 hours found alive in Alabama.

Rumors circulate about Dalvin Cook potentially returning to the Minnesota Vikings.

Saquon Barkley's contract negotiations with the Giants are nearing a deadline. Barkley, who understands the devaluation of running backs in the NFL, wants to be valued beyond his position. The Giants are prepared to pay him as one of the top running backs in the league, but Barkley is seeking a richer guaranteed portion of the deal. If an agreement is not reached, Barkley may play on the franchise tag and revisit his contract situation after the season.

Suspect in Gilgo Beach murders taken into custody on Long Island.

NFL quarterback Philip Rivers and his wife are expecting their 10th child, a boy. Rivers, a devout Roman Catholic, credits his faith for his success and coaches football at a Catholic high school. The couple has had a child almost every two years since they were married, and this is the longest gap. Rivers' commitment to his faith extends to off-field actions, including overseeing a foundation to help foster children.

TikTok star Alix Earle and NFL player Braxton Berrios go public at ESPY Awards after his split from reality star Sophia Culpo; Culpo claims betrayal.

Marcus Mariota and Kiyomi Cook share relationship milestones on Instagram.

Netflix's docuseries "Quarterback" follows the lives of NFL quarterbacks.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and State Rep. Kam Buckner express concern over Northwestern football hazing allegations, call for action.

Northwestern fires Pat Fitzgerald after 17 seasons as head coach.

Northwestern fires coach Pat Fitzgerald amid hazing scandal and mishandling.

Easton Stick and Grant Olson support their significant others at the U.S. Women's Open.

2023 Baltimore Ravens season hyped, but some players overrated/over-hyped.

Corbin Carroll returns to the Diamondbacks' lineup after shoulder scare.

Rob Gronkowski may face Joey Chestnut and his family in a hot dog eating contest.

Former WWE star Darren Drozdov, known as 'Droz,' has died at 54 from natural causes. Drozdov had a successful career in the WWE before a serious neck injury in 1999 left him paralyzed. He was a former NFL player and is remembered as a devoted son, brother, and friend. Tributes poured in from celebrities and fellow wrestlers mourning his loss.

50-80% of NFL players use marijuana, says Travis Kelce.

Rob Gronkowski expresses discomfort over promotion of 10-year-old "Baby Gronk".

Partial body camera footage released of former NFL player's drowning.

Former NFL player Ryan Mallett drowns while vacationing in Florida.

Former NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett dies at 35 in apparent drowning.

Buffalo Bills star wide receiver Stefon Diggs was absent from minicamp, raising concerns about his situation with the team. Diggs' agent confirmed he was in Buffalo but did not participate in training. Quarterback Josh Allen hinted that the issue is not f