Following a sign-stealing scandal that rocked college football and hung over Michigan’s championship run in 2023, the NCAA’s oversight committee approved the use of coach-to-player helmet communications in games for the 2024 season.

Voter rejection of a stadium sales tax plan for the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs has raised questions about what happens next.

When the Ravens take on the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, Baltimore will be back in the spotlight in a way that’s a bit more rare these days.

The Miami Dolphins make their return to the field from the bye week on Sunday and now they’re getting healthier.

Jared Goff has been more than a stopgap quarterback for the Detroit Lions since they acquired him and three draft picks from the Los Angeles Rams in a 2021 blockbuster trade.

The “Immaculate Reception” turns 50 this Friday, Dec. 23.

Ray Guy, the first punter to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame, has died, He was 72.

The NFL says it will appeal a ruling denying the league’s request to move former Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden’s lawsuit over leaked emails from a public courtroom into closed-door arbitration.

The NFL says Hall of Fame coach turned broadcaster John Madden has died at age 85.

The NFL could finally see its first 2,000-yard receiver.

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2013, file photo, Oakland Raiders cornerback Charles Woodson (24) talks with Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) after an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif. Peyton Manning and Charles Woodson are among 14 first-year eligible candidates for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2013, file photo, Oakland Raiders cornerback Charles Woodson (24) talks with Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) after an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif. Peyton Manning and Charles Woodson are among 14 first-year eligible candidates for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)Peyton Manning and Charles Woodson are among 14 first-year eligible candidates for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The roster of nominees consists of 65 offensive players, 49 defensive players and 16 special teams players. The 2020 class could not be enshrined due to the coronavirus pandemic and will be honored next summer. Returning finalists from last year are receivers Torry Holt and Reggie Wayne; offensive linemen Tony Boselli and Alan Faneca; defensive linemen Richard Seymour and Bryant Young; linebackers Sam Mills and Zach Thomas; and defensive backs John Lynch and LeRoy Butler.

FILE - In this Nov. 3, 2019, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford warms up before an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Oakland, Calif. Since the start of last year, Matthew Stafford has had to deal with a health scare involving his wife, his own injury problems -- and more recently, a coronavirus test that the team later described as a false positive. It's been a difficult period for the Detroit star. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron, File)

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – Former NFL star receiver Antonio Brown held an impromptu football practice with dozens of local children and young adults on Tuesday. Currently unemployed after stints with the Oakland Raiders and New England Patriots this season, Brown put out a call on Twitter for people to come work out with him. At 11:42 a.m., Brown sent a tweet telling his followers to "Bring Ya Cleats" for a 2 p.m. workout. 2pm Bring Ya CleatsLet’s Work for the 2020#CallGodBoggs Field2310 N 23rd AveHollywood, FL 33020 — AB (@AB84) December 31, 2019As you can imagine, a good crowd arrived at Boggs Park in Hollywood for their chance to toss the pigskin with Brown. Brown, who called his recent work out with the New Orleans Saints a “publicity stunt,” is waiting to hear back from the NFL following a sexual assault allegation.

Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard grabs the interception during the first quarter against the Oakland Raiders at Hard Rock Stadium on Sept. 23, 2018 in Miami Gardens, Florida. DAVIE, Fla. - Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard has been placed on injured reserve with a knee injury that bothered him in recent weeks. Howard missed Weeks 6 and 7, returned Monday at Pittsburgh but sat out the end of the game as Miami lost and fell to 0-7. Howard missed four games because of knee trouble last year but still tied for the NFL lead with seven interceptions and made the Pro Bowl. In May, Howard agreed to terms on a $76.5 million, five-year contract extension, the most lucrative deal ever for a cornerback.

Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard grabs the interception during the first quarter against the Oakland Raiders at Hard Rock Stadium on Sept. 23, 2018 in Miami Gardens, Florida. DAVIE, Fla. - Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard has been placed on injured reserve with a knee injury that bothered him in recent weeks. Howard missed Weeks 6 and 7, returned Monday at Pittsburgh but sat out the end of the game as Miami lost and fell to 0-7. Howard missed four games because of knee trouble last year but still tied for the NFL lead with seven interceptions and made the Pro Bowl. In May, Howard agreed to terms on a $76.5 million, five-year contract extension, the most lucrative deal ever for a cornerback.

And while rival soccer fans are often segregated and heavily policed, these NFL fans mingled, shared jokes and threw the ball to one another. There are five international NFL games this season, including the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers in Mexico City in November. Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shahid Khan, who also owns the London-based soccer team Fulham, is a key driver pushing forward the idea of a London team. But, with the sizeable weekly commute that a London NFL team would face, plus questions about how strong support for the NFL actually is in the UK, the prospect of a London team has opinions spilt. "A London team would definitely be something that I would be a season ticket holder for."

(CNN) - Oakland Raiders linebacker Vontaze Burfict has been suspended without pay by the NFL for the rest of the season -- including any postseason games -- for repeated violations of unnecessary roughness rules. When he left the field, Burfict blew kisses to the Indianapolis crowd at Lucas Oil Stadium. It is the longest punishment for an on-field act in NFL history, according to NFL.com. Burfict, who spent his first seven NFL seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals, signed with the Raiders in March. Burfict also was suspended in 2018, for four games, for use of a banned substance.

- Receiver Antonio Brown has been released by the New England Patriots after just one game with the team. "The New England Patriots are releasing Antonio Brown. Brown's short-lived tenure with the Patriots came after a contentious summer with the Oakland Raiders in which he begged for his release. He wants to play the game he loves and he hopes to play for another team soon." In his Patriots debut against the Dolphins on Sunday, Brown caught 4 passes for 56 yards and a touchdown.

- Receiver Antonio Brown has been released by the New England Patriots after just one game with the team. "The New England Patriots are releasing Antonio Brown. Brown's short-lived tenure with the Patriots came after a contentious summer with the Oakland Raiders in which he begged for his release. In his Patriots debut against the Dolphins on Sunday, Brown caught 4 passes for 56 yards and a touchdown. In a tweet after the announcement, Brown simply said "Thanks for the opportunity appreciate @patriots"Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

Antonio Brown of the Oakland Raiders warms up before the NFL preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on August 15, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. MIAMI - New England Patriots wide receiver Antonio Brown has been accused of rape by a former trainer. Britney Taylor says Brown sexually assaulted her on three occasions, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday in the Southern District of Florida. Brown was released by the Oakland Raiders last week after clashing with the team throughout training camp. He agreed to a contract with New England on Saturday, but has yet to play for the Patriots.

(CNN) - The Oakland Raiders have released wide receiver Antonio Brown, the team said Saturday. Following Friday's team practice, Raiders head coach Jon Gruden had said, "Antonio is back today ... We're really excited about that. But Brown on Saturday morning posted a message to the Raiders on his Instagram page asking the team to release him. His dramatic exit caps off a turbulent few days for the Raiders and Brown. The problem: His preferred helmet was one of the older models that had been banned by the NFL and the NFL Players Association beginning this season to improve player safety.

OSCEOLA, Florida (CNN) - Oakland Raiders wide receiver Antonio Brown's tumultuous offseason continues, but this time, he'll have to defend himself in court over a bill for $38,521.20. Brown is being sued by Stefano Tedeschi, aka the "Sports Chef," in Osceola County, Florida, court on charges of breach of contract and unjust enrichment. The lawsuit alleges that Brown wrongfully terminated the contract on January 27, 2018, and would not allow Tedeschi to retrieve his equipment and leftover food from the property. Brown, Tedeschi and his attorney did not respond to a request for comment. Brown recently lost a grievance against the NFL Players Association over the expiration of an old model of helmet, and he is recovering from frostbite on his feet.