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Mar 31, 2026

Former NFL Official Among First Women Referees Sues League for Reinstatement and Damages

Robin DeLorenzo was one of the first three women to officiate an NFL game. Now she’s suing the league, claiming her three years on the field turned into what she describes as a nightmare of sexism and unequal treatment. The...

Mar 27, 2026

Bills Re-Sign Damar Hamlin to One-Year Contract

Damar Hamlin’s back with the Buffalo Bills for another year. The team announced Friday they’ve re-signed the safety to a one-year deal after injury ended his 2025 season early. Hamlin only got into five games last year – a pectoral...

Mar 27, 2026

Panthers Rasheed Walker Says Gun Charge Will Be Dismissed

Carolina Panthers left tackle Rasheed Walker told reporters Thursday that the gun charge he picked up back in January is getting tossed. Port Authority Police arrested Walker on Jan. 23 at LaGuardia Airport’s Terminal C. He was charged with possession...

Alabama QB Ty Simpson Claims He Is Absolutely a First-Round Pick

The quarterback spent more than 40 minutes slinging passes Wednesday in front of NFL scouts and executives. He’d already thrown at the combine back in February, but he wanted another crack at it in Tuscaloosa. “Why not?” Simpson said. “Go...

Mar 26, 2026

NFL and Referees Break Off Labor Talks Amid Impasse

Labor talks between the NFL and its referees fell apart this week – and they ended a lot earlier than anyone expected. The two sides were supposed to meet Wednesday and Thursday, but according to sources who spoke with ESPN,...

Mar 25, 2026

Mike McCarthy Says Aaron Rodgers Reunion with Steelers Would Be Great Story

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still waiting to hear from Aaron Rodgers about his plans for the 2026 season. Their new coach? He’s already thinking about what it would mean if his former quarterback returns. Mike McCarthy coached Rodgers in Green...

Mar 24, 2026

Mar 22, 2026

Tom Brady Shines as Team USA Dominates Flag Football

Tom Brady looked like his old self on his very first play – launching a perfect touchdown pass to Stefon Diggs in the corner of the end zone. The seven-time Super Bowl champion hadn’t played competitive football in more than ...

Mar 21, 2026

Pittsburgh Schools Switch to Remote Learning During NFL Draft

Pittsburgh Public Schools is shutting down for the NFL Draft. Students won’t be heading to class April 22-24. Instead, they’re staying home while the city hosts what’s expected to be a massive event – one that could bring up to ...

Mar 20, 2026

Vikings Add OT Depth by Signing Ryan Van Demark to One-Year Deal

The Minnesota Vikings signed offensive tackle Ryan Van Demark on Friday, adding some much-needed depth after injuries hit both starting tackles hard last season. Van Demark was a restricted free agent with the Buffalo Bills, who tendered him at the...

Mar 19, 2026

Ex-Bengals Cowboys LB Logan Wilson Retires at 29

Logan Wilson’s NFL career is over. The former Cincinnati Bengals linebacker announced his retirement on Wednesday at 29 years old. “After a lot of thought and prayer, I’ve decided to officially retire from the NFL,” Wilson wrote on Instagram. “From...

Mar 19, 2026

NFL Seeks List of Possible Replacement Refs if CBA Not Reached

The NFL’s preparing to bring in replacement officials if they can’t reach a new deal with the league’s referees – and they’re moving fast. ESPN reviewed emails Wednesday showing the league wants a list of about 150 small college officials...

Mar 18, 2026

How Mobile Apps Changed the Way Fans Follow Football Matches

Watch a football match with a group of fans today and you’ll notice something that didn’t really exist a decade ago. The television still holds everyone’s attention when the ball gets near the box, but every now and then someone...