Sources: Drew Brees mulled playing for Broncos in AFC title game - ESPN
It turns out that Philip Rivers' out-of-nowhere return to the NFL last season almost started a trend that would have been trumped by the potential return of Drew Brees.
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Ted Cruz expects Senate vote on Protect College Sports Act soon - ESPN
With college football in full swing, proponents of the Protect College Sports Act have launched an all-out blitz to push the legislation through the Senate before the chamber breaks in the coming weeks.
Patriots' Kraft says Macklemore performance would cross line - ESPN
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, who also owns Gillette Stadium, said Monday he had rapper Macklemore removed as an opening act for singer Ed Sheeran's shows at the venue later this month because the stadium «has a longstanding commitment to providing a welcoming environment for all guests and ensuring that events held at our venue do not provide a platform for hate speech.»
Raptors, Clippers agree to complete trade to send Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto: reports
The Raptors and Los Angeles Clippers have agreed to complete a trade to send star forward Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto, according to multiple media reports.
Steelers' McCarthy noncommittal on timeline for Porter's return - ESPN
PITTSBURGH — A day after opting to hold Joey Porter Jr. out of the season-opening win against the Atlanta Falcons, Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike McCarthy was noncommittal on the cornerback's timeline to return to game action.
Vikings' O'Connell doesn't fault Packers for hit on QB Murray - ESPN
EAGAN, Minn. — The hit that caused Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray's concussion was a «violent, physical play» but was not objectionable, coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday.
Landry pleas for 'Southern hospitality' in Kiffin's return - ESPN
While LSU coach Lane Kiffin is trying to downplay the emotions surrounding his return to Ole Miss on Saturday, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry knows what kind of atmosphere will be waiting for the No. 7 Tigers in their SEC opener.
Clippers, Raptors complete Kawhi Leonard trade, sources say - ESPN
The Clippers and Raptors have both agreed to complete the blockbuster trade that will send Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.