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Study: NFLers die from dementia at higher rate

NFL players are four times more likely than the general population to die of neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia and Parkinson's, according to a study released Wednesday.

Commanders to retire No. 44 of HOF RB Riggins

The Commanders are retiring the No. 44 worn by Hall of Famer and franchise rushing leader John Riggins -- more than 40 years after one of the most famous runs in Super Bowl history.

Clutch Vinatieri to enter Colts' Ring of Honor

Kicker Adam Vinatieri, who will enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame next month, will enter the Colts' Ring of Honor during a ceremony Oct. 18.

Cowboys player Kneeland diagnosed with CTE

Former Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has been posthumously diagnosed with CTE.

Amid case, Arnold clears waivers, now a free agent

Former Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, 23, facing legal issues in Florida after he was arrested on felony charges of armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa, cleared waivers Monday afternoon and has become a free agent after two seasons with Detroit.

Sources: CB Douglas to sign with Commanders

Free agent CB Rasul Douglas is planning to sign a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders worth up to $3.8 million, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Bears QB Williams gifts Pope autographed jersey

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams sent an autographed jersey to Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native and the first American-born pope in the history of the Catholic Church.

Chiefs' Kelce, Swift marry in ceremony at MSG

The pop superstar and Kansas City Chiefs tight end said "I do" in front of a celebrity-filled guest list at Madison Square Garden on Friday.

👀 Exclusive access with Sean Payton for 15 days

Senior writer Seth Wickersham spent two weeks with NFL football coach Sean Payton ahead of the Denver Broncos-New England Patriots AFC Championship Game.