National Football League

Browns say QB Sanders to make first NFL start

Shedeur Sanders will start at quarterback for the Browns against the Raiders, coach Kevin Stefanski said.

Falcons' Penix to have season-ending ACL surgery

Falcons starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has a partially torn ACL in his left knee and will undergo season-ending surgery.

Saints releasing veteran WR Cooks, source says

The Saints are releasing veteran wide receiver Brandin Cooks, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Jets' Boyd now stable after being shot Sunday

Jets cornerback Kris Boyd, who was shot in the abdomen early Sunday morning outside a Manhattan restaurant, has been upgraded to stable condition as police continue to search for the gunman.

Cards' Harrison out again after appendix surgery

Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. will miss a second straight game as he continues to recover from appendicitis surgery, coach Jonathan Gannon said Wednesday.

Source: Rams' Lake out after elbow surgery

Rams safety Quentin Lake had surgery on his elbow after leaving the team's Week 11 victory over Seattle, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Anderson, Craig among football HOF semifinalists

Former MVP Ken Anderson, versatile running back Roger Craig and former AFL star Otis Taylor are among the nine semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2026 in the seniors category.

Chase's 1-game suspension for spitting upheld

Ja'Marr Chase's one-game suspension for spitting on Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey has been upheld, meaning the star Bengals wide receiver will not play against the Patriots.

↔️ Why CMC trade helped 49ers, not Panthers

The 2022 trade helped Carolina land Bryce Young, but McCaffrey leads the NFL in scrimmage yards in 2025.