Archive: League
NFL labor talks resume
With 1 p.m. meeting in Washington
By Mark Maske | March 1, 2011; 08:53 AM ET | Comments (1)
Owners' bargaining committee met Friday
No owners participated in mediated labor negotiations
By Mark Maske | February 26, 2011; 03:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL might impose further restrictions on hits to the head
Competition committee meets with players at scouting combine
By Mark Maske | February 24, 2011; 04:48 PM ET | Comments (2)
Mediator says 'very strong differences remain' in NFL labor dispute
Talks to resume Tuesday
By Mark Maske | February 24, 2011; 12:16 PM ET | Comments (0)
Uncertainty abounds as NFL, union continue bargaining
Original seven-day commitment to mediator about to expire
By Mark Maske | February 23, 2011; 02:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL to give teams new set of concussion tests
For use on sideline during games
By Mark Maske | February 23, 2011; 12:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL labor negotiations resume
With meeting at mediator's office in D.C.
By Mark Maske | February 18, 2011; 03:39 PM ET | Comments (1)
NFL, union agree to federal mediation
Meeting set for Friday in D.C.
By Mark Maske | February 17, 2011; 03:19 PM ET | Comments (2)
Roger Goodell writes labor talks 'must now accelerate in earnest'
Commissioner calls for negotiations to resume
By Mark Maske | February 15, 2011; 02:39 PM ET | Comments (7)
NFL accuses union of unfair labor practice
In charge to NLRB
By Mark Maske | February 14, 2011; 03:14 PM ET | Comments (7)
Union memo calls league's rookie-pay proposal overly restrictive
Veterans affected as well, memo says
By Mark Maske | February 10, 2011; 02:45 PM ET | Comments (7)
Thursday's NFL bargaining session canceled
After no progress Wednesday on core economic issue
By Mark Maske | February 10, 2011; 12:59 PM ET | Comments (7)
Roger Goodell calls Super Bowl seating problems 'a failure on our part'
Affected fans to be invited to next year's Super Bowl as NFL's guests
By Mark Maske | February 7, 2011; 01:14 PM ET | Comments (3)
League, union have two-hour labor meeting
More meetings next week
By Mark Maske | February 5, 2011; 05:27 PM ET | Comments (1)
Goodell: No final decision on lockout
Labor situation is the focus of commissioner's news conference
By Mark Maske | February 4, 2011; 08:42 PM ET | Comments (0)
Players' side considers possible decertification of union
Move could be accompanied by antitrust litigation
By Mark Maske | February 3, 2011; 08:20 PM ET | Comments (1)
Union: Franchise player tags not valid if labor deal expires
League maintains tags can be used
By Mark Maske | February 3, 2011; 06:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL's top negotiator hopeful of intense bargaining effort
'We need to get busy now,' Jeff Pash says
By Mark Maske | February 2, 2011; 06:34 PM ET | Comments (0)
Are you ready for a 'modified sudden death' Super Bowl?
No OT games yet this postseason under revised rule
By Mark Maske | February 2, 2011; 10:29 AM ET | Comments (0)
NFL is entitled to TV payments during work stoppage
Union to appeal ruling by special master
By Mark Maske | February 1, 2011; 06:28 PM ET | Comments (4)
Bargaining session scheduled for Super Bowl eve
Roger Goodell, DeMaurice Smith meet in New York
By Mark Maske | January 31, 2011; 08:06 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union study says injuries were up this season
More than 350 players placed on IR lists
By Mark Maske | January 28, 2011; 04:36 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL projects $1 billion in lost revenues if there's no labor settlement until September
Effects already being seen, league officials say
By Mark Maske | January 27, 2011; 02:18 PM ET | Comments (1)
Roger Goodell to reduce annual salary to $1 during work stoppage
Also Jeff Pash
By Mark Maske | January 26, 2011; 11:58 AM ET | Comments (3)
Goodell urges 'respect for the game'
After last week's exchanges between playoff participants
By Mark Maske | January 18, 2011; 08:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
League, owners dismissive of collusion claim
Labor issues won't 'be resolved through litigation'
By Mark Maske | January 18, 2011; 07:03 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union files collusion case against NFL teams
Case was filed last week
By Mark Maske | January 17, 2011; 09:06 PM ET | Comments (6)
Union says it wants a deal, not a lockout
Players, union leaders reject Bob Batterman's claims
By Mark Maske | January 13, 2011; 04:02 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL attorney: Players' union wants a lockout
'This is a union waiting for a lockout to occur'
By Leonard Bernstein | January 12, 2011; 07:09 PM ET | Comments (4)
John Madden, Ronnie Lott to head new NFL player safety advisory panel
Appointed by Roger Goodell
By Mark Maske | January 4, 2011; 12:36 PM ET | Comments (4)
Roger Goodell writes letter to NFL fans
Commissioner writes outcome of labor talks 'can be positive'
By Mark Maske | January 3, 2011; 01:19 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL fines Jets $100K
For sideline tripping incident
By Mark Maske | December 30, 2010; 08:31 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL reduces Harrison, Robinson, Meriweather fines
From $175K to $115K
By Mark Maske | December 30, 2010; 08:29 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL fines Brett Favre $50K
For failing to cooperate with investigation of Jenn Sterger case
By Mark Maske | December 29, 2010; 01:45 PM ET | Comments (0)
Local TV blackouts up only modestly from last season
TV ratings up again, attendance steady
By Mark Maske | December 23, 2010; 10:10 AM ET | Comments (3)
Goodell defends league's enforcement of illegal hits
'It's been good for the game'
By Mark Maske | December 15, 2010; 08:11 PM ET | Comments (0)
Competition committee to consider playoff re-seeding proposal
But similar measures have been rejected in the past
By Mark Maske | December 15, 2010; 08:03 PM ET | Comments (1)
Goodell says he's hopeful of labor deal by end of postseason
But there must be 'significant progress on the key issues'
By Mark Maske | December 15, 2010; 07:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell: Favre decision in 'near future'
Commissioner to decide on possible discipline
By Mark Maske | December 15, 2010; 07:06 PM ET | Comments (0)
Giants-Vikings game moved to Detroit
After Metrodome roof damaged
By Mark Maske | December 12, 2010; 09:26 AM ET | Comments (4)
Giants-Vikings game rescheduled
Game to be played Monday night
By Mark Maske | December 11, 2010; 10:06 PM ET | Comments (4)
Goodell hopeful new practice policies will be enacted before next season
NFL holds conference on helmets
By Mark Maske | December 8, 2010; 06:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union delays filing of collusion case under agreement with league
Sides keep focus on labor negotiations
By Mark Maske | December 7, 2010; 04:45 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union expected to file collusion case this week
Deadline is looming
By Mark Maske | December 5, 2010; 02:32 PM ET | Comments (2)
Former Redskins running back sues NFL's pension plan
Eric Shelton seeking increased disability payments
By Mark Maske | November 29, 2010; 05:13 PM ET | Comments (3)
NFL fines Broncos, McDaniels for videotaping incident
$50,000 each; Broncos employee fired
By Mark Maske | November 27, 2010; 11:16 AM ET | Comments (2)
NFL, union have productive meeting on 18-game season
Labor talks could intensify soon
By Mark Maske | November 24, 2010; 07:02 PM ET | Comments (3)
NFL sends new enforcement policy to teams, players
Coaches, teams also subject to possible discipline
By Mark Maske | October 20, 2010; 07:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
Favre won't provide details of meeting with NFL security official
'That's a league issue'
By Mark Maske | October 20, 2010; 01:44 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL fines three players for illegal hits
No suspensions yet
By Mark Maske | October 19, 2010; 05:21 PM ET | Comments (1)
Suspensions possible for illegal hits last weekend
Decisions pending
By Mark Maske | October 19, 2010; 02:15 PM ET | Comments (2)
NFL vows tougher disciplinary measures for illegal hits to head
Beginning next weekend
By Mark Maske | October 18, 2010; 04:59 PM ET | Comments (9)
Roger Goodell: No timetable for Brett Favre decision
QB facing possible discipline
By Mark Maske | October 12, 2010; 07:08 PM ET | Comments (2)
NFL to review 'Calvin Johnson Rule'
Controversial non-catch draws ongoing scrutiny
By Mark Maske | October 12, 2010; 03:43 PM ET | Comments (2)
Nike to become NFL's official uniform manufacturer
Beginning in 2012
By Mark Maske | October 12, 2010; 12:07 PM ET | Comments (2)
NFL's CFO to leave league office
Anthony Noto returning to Goldman Sachs
By Mark Maske | September 20, 2010; 03:10 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL says Jets were 'unprofessional' toward female reporter
Team to underwrite league-wide training program
By Mark Maske | September 17, 2010; 09:08 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union looking into Eagles' concussions
Kolb, Bradley re-entered game Sunday
By Mark Maske | September 13, 2010; 09:12 PM ET | Comments (8)
NFL guarantees benefits for retired players if labor pact expires
NFL Alumni reassures retirees in letter
By Mark Maske | September 7, 2010; 05:13 PM ET | Comments (1)
More modifications to positioning of umpire
Referee can issue warning without penalty for illegal snap
By Mark Maske | September 7, 2010; 04:37 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL reduces Ben Roethlisberger's suspension to four games
QB eligible to play Oct. 17
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2010; 02:54 PM ET | Comments (6)
NFL adjusts positioning of umpire
Now on defensive side in game's final 5 minutes
By Mark Maske | August 31, 2010; 02:13 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL to propose 18-game season to union
'Overwhelming support for the concept' among owners
By Mark Maske | August 25, 2010; 04:40 PM ET | Comments (5)
NFL fines Ochocinco for ill-timed tweets
WR violated league's social media policy
By Mark Maske | August 24, 2010; 01:41 PM ET | Comments (3)
Owners to discuss 18-game season
Vote now not expected
By Mark Maske | August 24, 2010; 12:06 PM ET | Comments (3)
Changes made to appeal process
Some fines won't be collected before appeal
By Mark Maske | August 9, 2010; 04:40 PM ET | Comments (0)
Owners might vote this month on 18-game season
Union approval still would be needed
By Mark Maske | August 5, 2010; 01:55 PM ET | Comments (0)
No discipline against Vick, NFL announces
QB meets with Goodell
By Mark Maske | August 3, 2010; 07:34 PM ET | Comments (0)
Suh among four 1st-rounders without deals
Also Okung, Spiller, Gresham
By Mark Maske | August 2, 2010; 04:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell to tour training camps with Madden next week
NFL commissioner to visit 8 teams in 6 days
By Mark Maske | July 28, 2010; 01:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
New poster about concussions to hang in locker rooms
Players warned about effects
By Mark Maske | July 27, 2010; 01:01 PM ET | Comments (0)
Owners to meet next month
18-game season, Rams sale among topics
By Mark Maske | July 27, 2010; 11:37 AM ET | Comments (0)
NFL sends results of helmet study to teams
Three helmet models cited as top performers in tests
By Mark Maske | July 23, 2010; 07:59 PM ET | Comments (0)
First training camp opens Friday
When Browns rookies report
By Mark Maske | July 20, 2010; 01:48 PM ET | Comments (0)
Packers say operating profits are down
To $9.8 million, from $20.1 million the previous year
By Mark Maske | July 14, 2010; 01:50 PM ET | Comments (4)
NFL officials meet with WADA
Could doping agency run NFL's testing program in future?
By Mark Maske | June 22, 2010; 01:22 PM ET | Comments (1)
Jaguars, Lions lose OTAs
For violations of offseason workout rules
By Mark Maske | June 17, 2010; 04:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
League, union discuss 18-game season
NFL makes presentation during bargaining session in N.Y.
By Mark Maske | June 16, 2010; 07:52 PM ET | Comments (10)
Raiders lose two OTAs
Second team punished this week
By Mark Maske | June 9, 2010; 07:59 PM ET | Comments (1)
Scholarship honors Pat Tillman
Redskins players, NFL staffers visit Walter Reed
By Leonard Bernstein | June 9, 2010; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (3)
Union files case claiming improper TV deals by NFL
Because they could help fund a lockout
By Mark Maske | June 9, 2010; 01:21 PM ET | Comments (7)
Ravens penalized for violating offseason workout rules
Club loses final week of OTAs
By Mark Maske | June 7, 2010; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL, union discuss practice restrictions to prevent concussions
Meeting comes at D.C. medical conference
By Mark Maske | June 2, 2010; 07:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL teams to be represented at conference on brain injuries
Wednesday in D.C.
By Mark Maske | June 1, 2010; 01:36 PM ET | Comments (1)
Willingness to try new things on display in Goodell's NFL
N.Y. Super Bowl is latest example
By Mark Maske | May 28, 2010; 12:34 PM ET | Comments (0)
Equipment changes could be coming
Players could wear one-piece units for padding
By Mark Maske | May 27, 2010; 01:20 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL expects no increase in TV blackouts next season
There were 22 last season
By Mark Maske | May 27, 2010; 11:15 AM ET | Comments (0)
Labor talks to resume next month
Formal bargaining session in June
By Mark Maske | May 27, 2010; 10:56 AM ET | Comments (1)
League to review results of Roethlisberger's behavioral evaluation
Plus other developments at owners' meeting
By Mark Maske | May 25, 2010; 11:59 PM ET | Comments (0)
New OT format not extended to regular season
No vote taken
By Mark Maske | May 25, 2010; 06:04 PM ET | Comments (1)
Supreme Court denies NFL increased antitrust protection
Ruling made in American Needle case
By Mark Maske | May 24, 2010; 11:24 AM ET | Comments (4)
Owners set to consider N.Y. Super Bowl, new OT rule in regular season
At one-day meeting Tuesday in Dallas
By Mark Maske | May 24, 2010; 10:33 AM ET | Comments (1)
Goodell urges governors to support concussion legislation
To protect young athletes
By Mark Maske | May 23, 2010; 07:41 PM ET | Comments (0)
'StarCaps' suspensions kept on hold
Pending planned appeal by Vikings players
By Mark Maske | May 21, 2010; 12:45 PM ET | Comments (2)
NFL to launch 'career transition program'
To prepare retired players for post-football careers
By Mark Maske | May 19, 2010; 09:52 PM ET | Comments (1)
No progress toward HGH blood-testing being implemented in NFL
Discussions between league, union ongoing
By Mark Maske | May 19, 2010; 03:44 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL seeks Supreme Court involvement in 'StarCaps' case
Appeal filed Thursday
By Mark Maske | May 13, 2010; 03:06 PM ET | Comments (0)
N.Y. Super Bowl vote scheduled for May 25
At owners' meeting in Dallas
By Mark Maske | May 6, 2010; 02:57 PM ET | Comments (1)
Judge rules in NFL's favor in 'StarCaps' case
Still unclear if suspensions can be enforced
By Mark Maske | May 6, 2010; 12:45 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL expresses disapproval of GM's question to Bryant
Dolphins looking into matter
By Mark Maske | April 29, 2010; 03:08 PM ET | Comments (15)
NFL to retain new draft format
League pleased with results
By Mark Maske | April 28, 2010; 07:56 PM ET | Comments (3)
Record TV viewership for draft
With new three-day format
By Mark Maske | April 26, 2010; 12:33 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell continues to push rookie wage scale
Says teams 'wasting' money on some players they draft
By Mark Maske | April 26, 2010; 12:22 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell: Fans expressing support for Roethlisberger ruling
New draft format also praised, commissioner says
By Mark Maske | April 22, 2010; 05:19 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vikings to face Saints in NFL season opener
On Sept. 9 at Superdome
By Mark Maske | April 20, 2010; 03:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
League prevails in revenue-sharing case
After union claimed shortfall
By Mark Maske | April 16, 2010; 12:18 AM ET | Comments (0)
Schedule to be announced Tuesday
At 7 p.m.
By Mark Maske | April 14, 2010; 01:43 PM ET | Comments (0)
Roethlisberger to meet with Goodell soon
No decision made yet on possible league discipline
By Mark Maske | April 12, 2010; 10:29 AM ET | Comments (0)
Preseason schedule announced
Jets-Giants on Aug. 16
By Mark Maske | March 31, 2010; 03:11 PM ET | Comments (0)
Some overtime quirks
'Opportunity to possess' the ball is key
By Mark Maske | March 25, 2010; 03:33 PM ET | Comments (2)
Scheduling development significant
Divisional games in final 2 weeks of regular season
By Mark Maske | March 25, 2010; 03:08 PM ET | Comments (0)
Big decisions for owners in May
With vote on N.Y. Super Bowl, possibly OT
By Mark Maske | March 25, 2010; 12:24 PM ET | Comments (0)
Program established for retired players' neurological care
By league, NFL Alumni Association
By Mark Maske | March 24, 2010; 01:03 PM ET | Comments (1)
Other rule changes approved
Owners reject one proposal, ratify others
By Mark Maske | March 24, 2010; 12:47 PM ET | Comments (1)
Games between divisional foes to be scheduled at end of regular season
All Week 17 games to be divisional matchups
By Mark Maske | March 24, 2010; 12:20 PM ET | Comments (1)
Union contends new OT system must be collectively bargained
Players had expressed opposition
By Mark Maske | March 24, 2010; 09:17 AM ET | Comments (30)
Coaches criticize owners' OT vote
Payton says process leaves 'bitter' taste in mouth
By Mark Maske | March 24, 2010; 08:48 AM ET | Comments (7)
NFL changes overtime system for postseason games
Owners vote, 28-4, for new format
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2010; 03:35 PM ET | Comments (15)
OT proposal well received by owners
Ratification possible, but not certain
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2010; 02:24 PM ET | Comments (1)
Coaching strategy in OT could change
If new format approved
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2010; 11:36 AM ET | Comments (0)
Tomlin: Steelers will let investigation of Roethlisberger 'play out'
'We're in a wait-and-see mode'
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2010; 10:02 AM ET | Comments (2)
NFL says no announcement during meeting of featured games
League 'still working' on schedule
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2010; 09:32 AM ET | Comments (0)
Labor talks expected to resume soon
'We are in the first quarter here'
By Mark Maske | March 22, 2010; 07:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
Practice changes might not be enacted this offseason
But Goodell says they're coming at some point
By Mark Maske | March 22, 2010; 07:44 PM ET | Comments (0)
Umpire being moved
To offensive backfield as safety measure
By Mark Maske | March 22, 2010; 07:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
Compensatory picks announced
Four for Patriots, none for Redskins
By Mark Maske | March 22, 2010; 07:03 PM ET | Comments (0)
Featured games not announced yet
That announcement could come Tuesday
By Mark Maske | March 22, 2010; 06:43 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell defends his resolution of Giants-Jets dispute
'I think we came up with a great solution'
By Mark Maske | March 22, 2010; 04:44 PM ET | Comments (0)
Unclear if OT proposal will be ratified
Goodell: Measure 'worth consideration'
By Mark Maske | March 22, 2010; 03:36 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell to meet with Roethlisberger
'At the appropriate time'
By Mark Maske | March 22, 2010; 02:45 PM ET | Comments (1)
League meeting under way
Goodell addressing owners, coaches, execs
By Mark Maske | March 22, 2010; 09:37 AM ET | Comments (0)
NFL reportedly could invest in United Football League
UFL said to be recruiting NFL as investor
By Mark Maske | March 19, 2010; 02:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jets to host Thanksgiving night game
Announcement next week
By Mark Maske | March 17, 2010; 02:19 PM ET | Comments (0)
McKay unsure if OT proposal has the votes
Change needs 24 votes
By Mark Maske | March 17, 2010; 11:31 AM ET | Comments (0)
NFL names new co-chairmen of concussion committee
Third new committee member also announced
By Mark Maske | March 16, 2010; 06:26 PM ET | Comments (0)
Redskins' Allen to be on Capitol Hill
For concussion-related discussion
By Mark Maske | March 16, 2010; 02:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
Giants, Jets both home on opening weekend
Goodell resolves dispute over new stadium
By Mark Maske | March 15, 2010; 05:26 PM ET | Comments (2)
Report: Giants win coin toss for right to host first game at new stadium
Jets owner reportedly outraged
By Mark Maske | March 15, 2010; 03:16 PM ET | Comments (0)
Study: Some injuries more common on synthetic turf fields
Turf maker disputes findings
By Mark Maske | March 12, 2010; 01:36 PM ET | Comments (2)
Players visit troops on USO tour
Vernon Davis in group
By Mark Maske | March 10, 2010; 10:32 AM ET | Comments (0)
De Niro to portray Lombardi in movie
Slated for 2012 release
By Mark Maske | March 9, 2010; 04:36 PM ET | Comments (3)
Ferguson suspended for eight games
For violating policy on performance-enhancing substances
By Mark Maske | March 7, 2010; 07:34 PM ET | Comments (0)
Activity on restricted free agent market?
There's plenty of talent available
By Mark Maske | March 4, 2010; 09:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union memo criticizes owners' proposal
Written by former player Kendall
By Mark Maske | March 4, 2010; 01:17 PM ET | Comments (0)
Unrestricted free agents worth watching
List topped by Peppers, Dansby
By Mark Maske | March 4, 2010; 12:20 PM ET | Comments (2)
Union renews proposal to extend cap
By one year or more, if no pay cut
By Mark Maske | March 2, 2010; 03:37 PM ET | Comments (0)
OT change considered
Owners would have to approve new format
By Mark Maske | February 27, 2010; 05:36 PM ET | Comments (6)
Fisher: Coaches would adjust to practice restrictions
'We don't want to injure our players'
By Mark Maske | February 26, 2010; 06:10 PM ET | Comments (0)
Fewest franchise players in four years
No transition tags used
By Mark Maske | February 26, 2010; 02:57 PM ET | Comments (0)
Smith: Union will monitor teams' free agent spending
With 'a very keen eye'
By Mark Maske | February 26, 2010; 01:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
N.Y. closer to hosting Super Bowl
Phoenix drops out of running
By Mark Maske | February 26, 2010; 10:16 AM ET | Comments (4)
NFL, union meet but no labor deal in sight
No signs of significant bargaining progress
By Mark Maske | February 25, 2010; 02:26 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union says it will discuss league's proposal to blood-test players for HGH
At next bargaining session
By Mark Maske | February 24, 2010; 06:36 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL favors blood-testing players for HGH
Union opposes measure
By Mark Maske | February 23, 2010; 08:55 PM ET | Comments (5)
Last-minute deal unlikely, Smith writes
Union chief sends memo to players, agents
By Mark Maske | February 23, 2010; 03:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL says McKinnie must repay expenses
After dismissal from Pro Bowl team
By Mark Maske | February 19, 2010; 06:35 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL releases list of free agents
Players need 6 seasons to be eligible
By Mark Maske | February 18, 2010; 10:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vincent joins league office
As VP of player development for active players
By Mark Maske | February 18, 2010; 10:41 PM ET | Comments (0)
Trial next month in StarCaps case
Suspensions still on hold
By Mark Maske | February 18, 2010; 02:59 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL has labor-related Web site
Teams encouraged to link to it off their sites
By Mark Maske | February 17, 2010; 10:47 AM ET | Comments (0)
Union files another challenge of supplemental revenue-sharing program
Saying insufficient money transferred
By Mark Maske | February 16, 2010; 05:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Saints to host opener Sept. 9
Opponent undetermined
By Mark Maske | February 16, 2010; 12:19 PM ET | Comments (0)
Five-year extension for Goodell
Through 2015
By Mark Maske | February 12, 2010; 11:18 AM ET | Comments (1)
Browns release Stallworth
WR reinstated
By Mark Maske | February 8, 2010; 08:58 PM ET | Comments (1)
Goodell: NFL has 'changed that culture' on concussions
Commissioner on 'Face the Nation'
By Mark Maske | February 7, 2010; 05:12 PM ET | Comments (0)
Owners, players meet
Then owners have meeting of their own
By Mark Maske | February 6, 2010; 12:44 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell: Owners not planning for lockout
Work stoppage would be failure, commisioner says
By Mark Maske | February 5, 2010; 01:20 PM ET | Comments (1)
Smith says lockout looming in 2011
Union: Owners want players to take 18 percent cut
By Mark Maske | February 4, 2010; 06:25 PM ET | Comments (1)
Bisciotti says lockout possible
Some teams having economic problems, he says
By Mark Maske | February 3, 2010; 09:01 PM ET | Comments (1)
Retired players group criticizes union
Martin says Smith won't meet
By Mark Maske | February 3, 2010; 05:06 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL names new head of officiating
Johnson replaces retiring Pereira
By Mark Maske | February 2, 2010; 06:22 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL barred from ending supplemental revenue-sharing program
By special master's ruling
By Mark Maske | February 2, 2010; 08:56 AM ET | Comments (0)
Labor meeting planned Saturday
Owners also have separate meeting scheduled
By Mark Maske | February 1, 2010; 07:20 PM ET | Comments (0)
More players to assist concussion study
By donating brains after their deaths
By Mark Maske | February 1, 2010; 12:08 PM ET | Comments (1)
Analysis: Uncapped season is no huge deal
It's what happens after that
By Mark Maske | February 1, 2010; 10:13 AM ET | Comments (4)
Goodell: Uncapped season 'virtually certain'
'We're all frustrated' about negotiations
By Mark Maske | February 1, 2010; 08:48 AM ET | Comments (7)
Coaching award named for Shula
He also gets a statue
By Mark Maske | January 31, 2010; 06:41 PM ET | Comments (0)
Outlook examines Tebow ad controversy
Also 1989 Giants' video
By Mark Maske | January 30, 2010; 06:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL enforcing trademarks in N.O.
But does it own 'Who Dat' phrase?
By Mark Maske | January 28, 2010; 02:45 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL might require echocardiograms
After Adams's death
By Mark Maske | January 24, 2010; 04:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
Playoffs filled with lopsided games
6 of 8 games decided by 10 or more points
By Mark Maske | January 21, 2010; 04:36 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL players 'fully anticipating' lockout
By owners in 2011
By Mark Maske | January 20, 2010; 02:50 PM ET | Comments (6)
Mara says no progress in labor talks
Giants owner resigned to uncapped season
By Mark Maske | January 20, 2010; 11:41 AM ET | Comments (0)
NFL, union make donation to relief efforts
In addition to donating TV airtime
By Mark Maske | January 15, 2010; 07:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell: Teams 'very sincerely' complied
With Rooney Rule
By Mark Maske | January 15, 2010; 12:50 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL to promote relief efforts in Haiti
With messages during TV broadcasts
By Mark Maske | January 14, 2010; 01:35 PM ET | Comments (1)
Justices called skeptical in antitrust case
Arguments heard in American Needle v. NFL
By Mark Maske | January 13, 2010; 01:22 PM ET | Comments (1)
Was call missed on winning play?
Cards defender grabbed Rodgers's facemask
By Mark Maske | January 11, 2010; 12:24 PM ET | Comments (3)
Brees on Supreme Court case
QB writes in The Post
By Mark Maske | January 8, 2010; 10:02 AM ET | Comments (0)
Committee schedules forum
Focused on college, high school football
By Mark Maske | January 6, 2010; 07:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL to hold concussion conference
In June in Washington
By Mark Maske | January 4, 2010; 04:29 PM ET | Comments (0)
Second-round schedule set
Saints, Colts play Jan. 16
By Mark Maske | January 4, 2010; 02:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
First-round schedule set
Ravens-Pats is Sunday at 1
By Mark Maske | January 3, 2010; 11:09 PM ET | Comments (0)
Ravens get in, Cowboys win division
It's down to Jets or Texans in AFC
By Mark Maske | January 3, 2010; 07:29 PM ET | Comments (0)
Rewards for playing starters possible
'We have got to create that incentive'
By Mark Maske | January 3, 2010; 04:14 PM ET | Comments (1)
NFL to review teams resting players
Issue came up previously
By Mark Maske | January 1, 2010; 07:04 PM ET | Comments (4)
Stokley fined $25K
For contact with official
By Mark Maske | December 31, 2009; 04:07 PM ET | Comments (0)
Titans' Cecil fined $20K
For verbal abuse of official
By Mark Maske | December 31, 2009; 04:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
Not as many TV blackouts as feared
About 8.6 percent of games blacked out this season
By Mark Maske | December 31, 2009; 12:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Judiciary Committee announces witness list
For Monday's hearing in Detroit
By Mark Maske | December 30, 2009; 07:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
More on an uncapped season
What the rules would be
By Mark Maske | December 30, 2009; 09:26 AM ET | Comments (2)
Updated playoff scenarios
Eagles on verge of No. 2 seed in NFC
By Mark Maske | December 29, 2009; 04:44 PM ET | Comments (0)
Playoff scenarios
Ravens, Jets get in with wins
By Mark Maske | December 28, 2009; 06:46 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL conducting helmet testing
To see how which models might best prevent concussions
By Mark Maske | December 23, 2009; 04:17 PM ET | Comments (4)
Union challenges revenue-sharing plan
Case put before arbitrator
By Mark Maske | December 21, 2009; 09:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL partners with brain injury study
By Boston University researchers
By Mark Maske | December 20, 2009; 03:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
Bears arrive in Baltimore
Late Saturday night
By Mark Maske | December 19, 2009; 11:03 PM ET | Comments (1)
NFL suspends concussion study
After resignations of committee co-chairmen
By Mark Maske | December 19, 2009; 09:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union offers to pay Ochocinco fine
If WR wears Henry's jersey
By Mark Maske | December 19, 2009; 01:33 PM ET | Comments (3)
Game time in Philly also changed
From 1 to 4:15 p.m.
By Mark Maske | December 19, 2009; 01:10 PM ET | Comments (2)
Incognito fined $50K
For two infractions last weekend
By Mark Maske | December 18, 2009; 05:46 PM ET | Comments (1)
Second hearing on brain injuries
Scheduled for Jan. 4 in Detroit
By Mark Maske | December 18, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (1)
N.Y. area to bid on 2014 Super Bowl
At new Meadowlands stadium
By Mark Maske | December 17, 2009; 09:31 PM ET | Comments (1)
Cole, O'Hara each fined $15K
For incident during Sunday night's game
By Mark Maske | December 16, 2009; 10:12 PM ET | Comments (0)
Erin Henderson suspended four games
For violating NFL policy on performance-enhancing drugs
By Mark Maske | December 15, 2009; 06:41 PM ET | Comments (0)
Labor meeting held Friday
Focusing on player health and safety
By Mark Maske | December 11, 2009; 04:10 PM ET | Comments (0)
Chiefs get ticket extension
To avoid TV blackout, keep sellout streak intact
By Mark Maske | December 10, 2009; 03:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL produces concussion PSA
Spot to begin airing Thursday
By Mark Maske | December 9, 2009; 03:41 PM ET | Comments (0)
Ochocinco fined for TD celebration
Reportedly $30K
By Mark Maske | December 8, 2009; 08:09 PM ET | Comments (1)
NFL reportedly won't suspend Adams
Fine expected
By Mark Maske | December 8, 2009; 06:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
Coughlin: 'No place' for Adams's shove
Giants coach expresses concerns to NFL
By Mark Maske | December 8, 2009; 10:52 AM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell urges stadium upgrades in Miami
For stadium to remain viable Super Bowl site
By Mark Maske | December 7, 2009; 07:12 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL scrutinizing Adams penalty
For possible disciplinary action
By Mark Maske | December 7, 2009; 02:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
Owners plan to alter revenue-sharing
If there's an uncapped year
By Mark Maske | December 6, 2009; 12:56 PM ET | Comments (0)
Concussion bill proposed
To aid high school, middle school athletes
By Mark Maske | December 4, 2009; 02:01 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL expands concussion restrictions
Player cannot return to play if any symptoms
By Mark Maske | December 2, 2009; 06:30 PM ET | Comments (1)
McDaniels issues apology
For sideline profanity aired by NFL Network
By Mark Maske | December 2, 2009; 11:25 AM ET | Comments (1)
Further restriction on head injuries
Player can't return to game if suffering symptoms
By Mark Maske | November 29, 2009; 02:08 PM ET | Comments (0)
Steelers consulted outside neurologist
On Roethlisberger concussion
By Mark Maske | November 29, 2009; 01:07 PM ET | Comments (0)
Expletive by McDaniels aired
NFL Network apologizes
By Mark Maske | November 26, 2009; 09:29 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL excuses ref's high-five with Titans QB
Not intended, according to league
By Mark Maske | November 25, 2009; 10:45 AM ET | Comments (0)
Concussion committee chairmen resign
More measures promised
By Mark Maske | November 24, 2009; 07:34 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vikes-Cards flexed, Pats bumped
Favre over Brady?
By Mark Maske | November 24, 2009; 12:11 PM ET | Comments (2)
Niners drop tampering claim
No punishment of Jets
By Mark Maske | November 23, 2009; 09:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
League, union approving neurologists
About halfway done
By Mark Maske | November 23, 2009; 07:02 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell: Players 'overworked' in offseason
'There needs to be limitations'
By Mark Maske | November 23, 2009; 12:16 PM ET | Comments (0)
Teams to consult with neurologists
On concussion issues
By Mark Maske | November 22, 2009; 09:57 PM ET | Comments (0)
Report: Pats security officer reprimanded
For incident with cameraman
By Mark Maske | November 22, 2009; 12:35 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union seeks ouster of concussion doctor
Concerns raised about Casson
By Mark Maske | November 20, 2009; 09:37 AM ET | Comments (0)
Local TV blackout in Detroit
For Browns-Lions game
By Mark Maske | November 19, 2009; 04:33 PM ET | Comments (1)
Browns got extra timeout
Packers should have been penalized
By Mark Maske | November 19, 2009; 01:08 PM ET | Comments (0)
Pereira: Replay wouldn't have saved Pats
Spot of ball 'really hard to dispute'
By Mark Maske | November 19, 2009; 01:00 PM ET | Comments (1)
Dungy to lead advisory panel
Goodell to consult with players
By Mark Maske | November 19, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (0)
Survey: Some players hide concussions
30 of 160 have played down effects
By Mark Maske | November 18, 2009; 06:49 PM ET | Comments (0)
Bucs coach fined
$20K for argument with official
By Mark Maske | November 18, 2009; 04:48 PM ET | Comments (0)
Quinn fined for hit on Suggs
Reportedly $10K
By Mark Maske | November 18, 2009; 02:19 PM ET | Comments (0)
Chiefs' Bowe suspended
For violating policy on banned substances
By Mark Maske | November 17, 2009; 05:48 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL fines Titans owner $250K
For conduct detrimental to league
By Mark Maske | November 16, 2009; 05:43 PM ET | Comments (2)
Report: No discipline of Cable expected
But clinical evaluation ordered
By Mark Maske | November 15, 2009; 06:32 PM ET | Comments (0)
Giants unhappy about schedule
Mara objects to Thanksgiving trip
By Mark Maske | November 15, 2009; 06:12 PM ET | Comments (1)
Cutler fined
$20K for verbal abuse of official Sunday
By Mark Maske | November 13, 2009; 02:37 PM ET | Comments (0)
Ochocinco fined for 'bribe'
$1 joke costs WR $20K
By Mark Maske | November 13, 2009; 10:23 AM ET | Comments (11)
Tagliabue named to USOC post
Will chair advisory committee
By Mark Maske | November 12, 2009; 07:32 PM ET | Comments (0)
Hanson suspended over diuretic
Appeal fails
By Mark Maske | November 11, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union 'committed' to deal to save cap
'In the best interest of the game'
By Mark Maske | November 11, 2009; 12:42 PM ET | Comments (1)
Appeals court affirms Vick bonus ruling
Doty remains in charge of CBA
By Mark Maske | November 10, 2009; 03:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
No flex in Week 11
Eagles-Bears remains night game
By Mark Maske | November 10, 2009; 03:32 PM ET | Comments (0)
Report: NFL evaluating Cable
To determine if counseling warranted
By Mark Maske | November 9, 2009; 09:40 PM ET | Comments (0)
Steroid-testing issues in Md., N.C.?
State laws conflict with NFL's policy
By Mark Maske | November 4, 2009; 11:12 AM ET | Comments (1)
Bargaining session Wednesday
Goodell, Smith to participate
By Mark Maske | November 4, 2009; 10:47 AM ET | Comments (0)
Waxman says legislation possible
To address issues in StarCaps case
By Mark Maske | November 3, 2009; 12:11 PM ET | Comments (0)
Raiders promise 'serious evaluation'
Of latest allegations against Cable
By Mark Maske | November 2, 2009; 08:10 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL calling for Congress to act
On steroid-testing issue
By Mark Maske | November 2, 2009; 05:56 PM ET | Comments (2)
Goodell, Smith back on Hill next week
Before House subcommittee
By Mark Maske | October 30, 2009; 04:10 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL, union pledge to provide medical data
To House Judiciary Committee
By Mark Maske | October 28, 2009; 12:34 PM ET | Comments (5)
Hearing on brain injuries under way
House committee seeks data
By Mark Maske | October 28, 2009; 10:31 AM ET | Comments (4)
Congress to examine StarCaps case
Hearing next week
By Mark Maske | October 28, 2009; 09:40 AM ET | Comments (0)
Union receptive to all brain injury studies
'We need to get this right'
By Mark Maske | October 27, 2009; 03:01 PM ET | Comments (0)
Chiefs bar Johnson from team activities
Pending investigation into comments
By Mark Maske | October 27, 2009; 02:24 PM ET | Comments (4)
Union suggests January bargaining push
If no labor deal before then
By Mark Maske | October 27, 2009; 02:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL reportedly to protect umpires
Officials could wear helmets
By Mark Maske | October 25, 2009; 01:21 PM ET | Comments (0)
Report: 'Minimal' or no action against Cable
Under personal conduct policy
By Mark Maske | October 25, 2009; 12:56 PM ET | Comments (0)
Browns cleared in Davis case
NFL finds no wrongdoing
By Mark Maske | October 23, 2009; 08:09 PM ET | Comments (1)
No decision by NFL on Cable
Policy still allows discipline
By Mark Maske | October 23, 2009; 03:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
Reed expected to play
Team, NFL investigating
By Mark Maske | October 20, 2009; 03:13 PM ET | Comments (0)
Steelers' Reed Cited Outside Bar
For Disorderly Conduct
By Mark Maske | October 19, 2009; 10:24 AM ET | Comments (1)
Hearing on Brain Injuries Scheduled
For Oct. 28
By Mark Maske | October 16, 2009; 04:21 PM ET | Comments (0)
Ticket Extension For Bengals
To Try to Avoid Blackout
By Mark Maske | October 15, 2009; 07:33 PM ET | Comments (0)
Limbaugh Responds
He Refused to Withdraw
By Mark Maske | October 15, 2009; 12:45 PM ET | Comments (42)
Group Drops Limbaugh as Investor
Involvement Was 'Complication and... Distraction'
By Mark Maske | October 14, 2009; 05:35 PM ET | Comments (32)
No Vote on Tampering Proposal
As Owners' Meeting Ends
By Mark Maske | October 14, 2009; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (0)
Martin Addresses Owners
On Behalf of Retired Players
By Mark Maske | October 14, 2009; 10:07 AM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell: Sanders Must Be 'Careful'
To Avoid Conflicts of Interest
By Mark Maske | October 14, 2009; 07:48 AM ET | Comments (0)
No Decision Yet on Cable
Raiders Coach Could Be Disciplined
By Mark Maske | October 13, 2009; 06:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Casts Doubt on Limbaugh's Bid
Owners 'Held to a High Standard'
By Mark Maske | October 13, 2009; 01:45 PM ET | Comments (201)
Owners to Meet This Week
Labor, Tampering Rules on Agenda?
By Mark Maske | October 12, 2009; 03:57 PM ET | Comments (0)
League Investigating Davis's Injury
Rookie RB Hurt Shoulder
By Mark Maske | October 12, 2009; 03:32 PM ET | Comments (0)
Sharpton Asks NFL to Block Limbaugh Bid
For Rams
By Mark Maske | October 12, 2009; 03:14 PM ET | Comments (3)
Sanders 'Confused' About Tampering Claim
Involving Crabtree
By Mark Maske | October 12, 2009; 12:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Cable Says No Meeting With NFL Yet
Over Hanson's Allegations
By Mark Maske | October 12, 2009; 11:55 AM ET | Comments (0)
Hanson Says Life Was Threatened
By Cable During August Incident
By Mark Maske | October 11, 2009; 11:56 AM ET | Comments (0)
Browns Question Bengals' Winning Kick
Ryan Thinks FG Was Wide Right
By Mark Maske | October 9, 2009; 04:28 PM ET | Comments (0)
Cards Get Extension
Of Blackout Deadline
By Mark Maske | October 9, 2009; 11:04 AM ET | Comments (0)
Congressional Hearing on Diuretic Case
Next Month
By Mark Maske | October 8, 2009; 09:03 PM ET | Comments (2)
Ravens Not Fined For Comments
About Officiating
By Mark Maske | October 6, 2009; 10:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
League Investigating Edwards Incident
Discipline Possible
By Mark Maske | October 6, 2009; 03:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Could Meet With Cable
About Training Camp Incident
By Mark Maske | October 5, 2009; 03:56 PM ET | Comments (0)
Swine Flu Contingency Plan in Place
Roster Exemptions to Any Depleted Team
By Mark Maske | October 2, 2009; 09:09 PM ET | Comments (0)
Lone Blackout in Jacksonville
Other Games on Local TV
By Mark Maske | October 2, 2009; 09:08 PM ET | Comments (0)
Congressional Hearing Announced
On Brain Injuries and Retired Players
By Mark Maske | October 2, 2009; 04:22 PM ET | Comments (7)
Researcher: Dementia Data Inconclusive
'This Needs Further Work'
By Mark Maske | October 2, 2009; 02:07 PM ET | Comments (0)
Study Finds High Dementia, Arthritis Rates
Reduced Rates of Diabetes, Heart Attacks, Strokes
By Mark Maske | September 30, 2009; 01:54 PM ET | Comments (1)
Study Finds Increased Dementia Rate
Among Former Players
By Mark Maske | September 29, 2009; 09:09 PM ET | Comments (0)
Labor Talks Resume
Meeting Called Positive
By Mark Maske | September 29, 2009; 03:20 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union Awaits Labor Proposal
Possibly Tuesday
By Mark Maske | September 28, 2009; 01:36 PM ET | Comments (1)
Stephen Jones on Competition Committee
Replacing Mark Richardson
By Mark Maske | September 24, 2009; 08:50 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Set to Appeal Latest StarCaps Ruling
To Full Federal Appeals Court
By Mark Maske | September 24, 2009; 09:26 AM ET | Comments (0)
Favre Calls Injury Report Fines 'Very Unfair'
'It's Wrong'
By Mark Maske | September 23, 2009; 04:13 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell, Smith Send Memo to Players
Reaffirming Steroids Policy
By Mark Maske | September 22, 2009; 11:02 AM ET | Comments (0)
Vikings, Packers Won't Switch Home Games
Even If There's Baseball Conflict
By Mark Maske | September 21, 2009; 03:27 PM ET | Comments (2)
Report: Niners Accuse Jets of Tampering
With Crabtree
By Mark Maske | September 21, 2009; 09:58 AM ET | Comments (0)
DeMatha Has Most NFL Players
Eleanor Roosevelt Tied For Second
By Mark Maske | September 18, 2009; 07:42 PM ET | Comments (0)
Lions Sell Out, Avoid Blackout
After Extension
By Mark Maske | September 18, 2009; 02:43 PM ET | Comments (1)
NFL Reps Met With WADA in May
Goodell Involved in Fact-Finding Trip
By Mark Maske | September 18, 2009; 11:37 AM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Might Overhaul Steroid-Testing System
WADA Could Be Given Control
By Mark Maske | September 18, 2009; 01:00 AM ET | Comments (0)
Ticket Extensions For Chargers, Lions
To Try to Avoid Blackouts
By Mark Maske | September 17, 2009; 04:09 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jaguars Announce Blackout
In Home Opener
By Mark Maske | September 17, 2009; 03:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jets Fined $75K
Tannenbaum, Mangini $25K Each
By Mark Maske | September 16, 2009; 03:36 PM ET | Comments (0)
Ruling Soon in Jets Case
Mangini Also Facing Potential Fine
By Mark Maske | September 16, 2009; 10:29 AM ET | Comments (0)
Wilson Not Suspended, Fine Possible
For Hit on Davis
By Mark Maske | September 16, 2009; 10:22 AM ET | Comments (0)
League Puts Saints' Suspensions on Hold
In StarCaps Case
By Mark Maske | September 15, 2009; 06:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
Firing O-Coordinators Didn't Work
Chiefs, Bucs, Bills Lose
By Mark Maske | September 15, 2009; 12:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
Players to Participate in Concussion Study
Three to Donate Brains After Deaths
By Mark Maske | September 14, 2009; 03:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
League to Rule on Saints Suspensions
In Diuretic Case
By Mark Maske | September 13, 2009; 10:43 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jones Reportedly Fined
For Revenue-Sharing Comment
By Mark Maske | September 13, 2009; 12:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
No Blackout For Cards
After Extension
By Mark Maske | September 11, 2009; 08:24 PM ET | Comments (0)
RCN to Carry 'NFL RedZone' Channel
Latest Distribution Deal
By Mark Maske | September 11, 2009; 08:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
Merriman Won't Be Charged, DA Announces
'Insufficient Evidence'
By Mark Maske | September 11, 2009; 07:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
Bengals Avoid Blackout
After 24-Hour Extension
By Mark Maske | September 11, 2009; 06:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vikings Defensive Tackles Cleared to Play
Under Ruling By Federal Appeals Court
By Mark Maske | September 11, 2009; 12:36 PM ET | Comments (0)
The Season Is Almost Upon Us
Pregame From Heinz Field
By Mark Maske | September 10, 2009; 06:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
Bengals Granted Ticket-Selling Extension
Seeking 45th Sellout in Row
By Mark Maske | September 10, 2009; 02:23 PM ET | Comments (0)
Madden to be Adviser to League
Will Oversee Coaches Subcommittee
By Mark Maske | September 10, 2009; 01:55 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jets May Have Violated Injury Report Rules
Regarding Favre's Ailing Shoulder
By Mark Maske | September 10, 2009; 01:40 PM ET | Comments (0)
Blacked-Out Games to be Available Online
Games to be Shown on NFL.com
By Cindy Boren | September 10, 2009; 11:14 AM ET | Comments (4)
Ochocinco Promises Twitter Surprise
Loophole in Policy?
By Mark Maske | September 9, 2009; 03:07 PM ET | Comments (0)
Man Involved in Harrison Allegation Dies
After Separate July Shooting
By Mark Maske | September 9, 2009; 10:54 AM ET | Comments (1)
Suspensions Not in Effect This Week
Even If Court Rules
By Mark Maske | September 8, 2009; 09:03 PM ET | Comments (0)
Saints Planning to Play Grant, Smith
With Suspensions on Hold
By Mark Maske | September 7, 2009; 05:13 PM ET | Comments (0)
Favre Fined By NFL For Illegal Block
QB Loses $10K
By Mark Maske | September 4, 2009; 04:19 PM ET | Comments (0)
Concerns About Jacksonville
League Offering Assistance
By Mark Maske | September 4, 2009; 12:51 PM ET | Comments (1)
Vick Says Boos 'Part of the Game'
First Road Game
By Mark Maske | September 4, 2009; 09:57 AM ET | Comments (2)
NFL Taking Swine Flu Precautions
Experts Consulted
By Mark Maske | September 4, 2009; 12:08 AM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Denies Secret Meeting Charge
Made in Lawsuit
By Mark Maske | September 4, 2009; 12:01 AM ET | Comments (0)
Two Games in London Next Season?
Future Franchise There?
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2009; 11:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
Slight Modification to Dallas Video Boards
Ad Sign to be Raised
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2009; 11:46 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Doesn't Fault Redskins on Tickets
'I Support That They Took Actions'
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2009; 09:09 PM ET | Comments (4)
One-Fifth of Games Could Be Blacked Out
Worst Case Projection
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2009; 05:38 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell: No-Cap Season Strong Possibility
In 2010
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2009; 05:11 PM ET | Comments (2)
Vick Reinstated For Eagles' Third Game
After Meeting Thursday
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2009; 04:20 PM ET | Comments (21)
Union Has Anti-Lockout Meeting
Garvey Attends
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2009; 12:05 PM ET | Comments (1)
Deal Struck For European TV Rights
With ESPN America
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2009; 11:50 AM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell, Vick Have Meeting
To Discuss Full Reinstatement
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2009; 11:08 AM ET | Comments (6)
McNair Denies Secret Meeting
Bruener, Brown Too
By Mark Maske | September 3, 2009; 10:21 AM ET | Comments (0)
No CFL Deal For Pacman Jones
Winnipeg Not Signing CB
By Mark Maske | September 2, 2009; 09:40 PM ET | Comments (1)
Cowboys Most Valuable, Forbes Says
Redskins Second
By Mark Maske | September 2, 2009; 07:42 PM ET | Comments (1)
Dungy Expects Vick Ruling 'Fairly Soon'
On Regular Season Eligibility
By Mark Maske | September 2, 2009; 01:11 PM ET | Comments (0)
Ochocinco Responds to Twitter Restrictions
'Rules Are Made to be Broken'
By Mark Maske | September 2, 2009; 11:52 AM ET | Comments (0)
Labor Dept. Probing Claims About Union
Involving Vincent
By Mark Maske | September 1, 2009; 11:35 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell: Teams Face Ticket 'Challenges'
Commish Visits Redskins
By Mark Maske | September 1, 2009; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
Favre Facing Potential Fine For Block
Play Under NFL Review
By Mark Maske | September 1, 2009; 09:44 AM ET | Comments (13)
League Issues New Twitter Policy
Game-Day Use Limited
By Mark Maske | August 31, 2009; 04:53 PM ET | Comments (2)
Ochocinco Fined For Orange Chin Strap
'Ridiculous,' WR Writes
By Mark Maske | August 29, 2009; 08:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
Rules Tweaked To Address Punt Issue
At Cowboys' New Stadium
By Mark Maske | August 28, 2009; 10:39 AM ET | Comments (7)
Committee Considers Punt Issue
At Cowboys' New Stadium
By Mark Maske | August 25, 2009; 09:22 PM ET | Comments (23)
NFL Recommends Alcohol Restrictions
To Limit Purchases, Tailgating
By Mark Maske | August 24, 2009; 03:22 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Not in Violation
Of Probation or Reinstatement
By Mark Maske | August 24, 2009; 02:57 PM ET | Comments (0)
Committee to Discuss Video Boards
At Cowboys' New Stadium
By Mark Maske | August 24, 2009; 02:31 PM ET | Comments (0)
Delaware Sports Betting Law Ruled Illegal
By Federal Appeals Court
By Mark Maske | August 24, 2009; 02:20 PM ET | Comments (1)
NFL to Reinstate Burress After Jail Term
WR Now Suspended
By Mark Maske | August 20, 2009; 03:42 PM ET | Comments (3)
Don't Call Burress's Career Over Yet
Look at Vick
By Mark Maske | August 20, 2009; 01:46 PM ET | Comments (1)
Burress Pleads Guilty
2-Yr. Prison Sentence
By Mark Maske | August 20, 2009; 10:26 AM ET | Comments (34)
Twitter Policy Still in Works
Discussed Wednesday
By Mark Maske | August 19, 2009; 07:37 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Says No Decision in Raiders Case
NFL 'Gathering the Facts'
By Mark Maske | August 19, 2009; 07:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Says No Lockout in Works
'Intention' Is Labor Deal
By Mark Maske | August 19, 2009; 05:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Extends Deal With NBC
By 2 Years Through 2013
By Mark Maske | August 19, 2009; 03:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Extension of NBC Deal on Tap?
Owners Meet Wednesday
By Mark Maske | August 19, 2009; 08:02 AM ET | Comments (0)
Bucs' Jackson Suspended
Under Substance Abuse Policy
By Mark Maske | August 18, 2009; 10:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Asks Court to Enforce Suspensions
In Diuretic Case
By Mark Maske | August 18, 2009; 03:55 PM ET | Comments (0)
Smith, Union Bracing For Lockout in 2011
Familiar Refrain By Players
By Mark Maske | August 17, 2009; 01:12 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jets' Ellis Suspended For One Game
Also Fined $100K
By Mark Maske | August 17, 2009; 11:29 AM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Feels 'Disgust' Over Past Behavior
He Says on '60 Minutes'
By Mark Maske | August 16, 2009; 08:15 PM ET | Comments (16)
Dungy on Vick
'He Can Be... an Impacting Person'
By Mark Maske | August 14, 2009; 05:22 PM ET | Comments (1)
Vick Says He'll Try to Make Most of Chance
QB Officially Introduced
By Mark Maske | August 14, 2009; 12:45 PM ET | Comments (25)
Eagles Sign Vick
1-Yr. Deal Plus Option
By Mark Maske | August 13, 2009; 08:41 PM ET | Comments (144)
Vick Says He Feels 'Tremendous Hurt'
'Football Don't Even Matter'
By Mark Maske | August 13, 2009; 08:24 PM ET | Comments (5)
Much Vick Speculation, No Clear Destination
Signing Near?
By Mark Maske | August 13, 2009; 03:28 PM ET | Comments (0)
Stallworth Suspended For One Season
Without Pay
By Mark Maske | August 13, 2009; 10:40 AM ET | Comments (23)
Vick Takes Part in Humane Society Program
Anti-Dogfighting Campaign
By Mark Maske | August 12, 2009; 08:52 PM ET | Comments (1)
Vick's Chicago Trip Not Bears-Related
For Charity Appearance
By Mark Maske | August 12, 2009; 03:07 PM ET | Comments (0)
Teams' Silence About Vick Should End Soon
Someone Needs to Speak Up
By Mark Maske | August 12, 2009; 01:20 PM ET | Comments (12)
Pregame Concert For Opener Set
McGraw, Black Eyed Peas to Perform
By Mark Maske | August 12, 2009; 01:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
Speculation About Steelers and Vick
Tomlin Doesn't Dismiss It
By Mark Maske | August 12, 2009; 11:19 AM ET | Comments (17)
Eagles, Pat, Ravens Not in Vick Chase?
But Who Is?
By Mark Maske | August 12, 2009; 10:13 AM ET | Comments (0)
Terms of Stallworth's House Arrest Modified
To Allow Workouts
By Mark Maske | August 11, 2009; 12:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
'Not... If, But When' Vick Will Be Signed
According to Agent
By Mark Maske | August 11, 2009; 10:53 AM ET | Comments (36)
Stallworth Accepts 'Full Responsibility'
WR Speaks in TV Interview
By Mark Maske | August 11, 2009; 09:09 AM ET | Comments (2)
Vick to Appear on '60 Minutes'
Interviewed By James Brown
By Mark Maske | August 10, 2009; 08:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
At Least Five Teams Interested in Vick
Union Doesn't Suspect Collusion
By Mark Maske | August 10, 2009; 02:58 PM ET | Comments (34)
Dungy Says Vick Could Be Signed Soon
'Several Teams Interested'
By Mark Maske | August 9, 2009; 10:20 PM ET | Comments (62)
Jets' Ellis Could Be Suspended For a Game
For Marijuana Arrest
By Mark Maske | August 9, 2009; 01:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jackson Asks If Owners Colluding vs. Vick
Says QB Deserves A Chance
By Mark Maske | August 8, 2009; 01:02 PM ET | Comments (15)
Stallworth Says He'll Accept NFL's Ruling
'I Am Truly Sorry'
By Mark Maske | August 6, 2009; 03:10 PM ET | Comments (0)
Stallworth Meets With Goodell
About Suspension
By Mark Maske | August 5, 2009; 08:23 PM ET | Comments (0)
Diuretic Case on Hold in State Court
Trial Unlikely During Season
By Mark Maske | August 5, 2009; 01:58 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Reassures Retired Players
No Benefit Reduction in Uncapped Yr.
By Mark Maske | August 5, 2009; 01:40 PM ET | Comments (0)
Arena League Reportedly to Fold
'No Other Viable Choice'
By Mark Maske | August 4, 2009; 08:56 PM ET | Comments (1)
NFL Formulating Game Day Twitter Policy
Expected Within a Few Weeks
By Mark Maske | August 4, 2009; 10:49 AM ET | Comments (0)
No NFL Decision Yet in Burress Case
Still 'Under Review'
By Mark Maske | August 3, 2009; 08:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Does Any Team Want Vick?
No Club in Public Pursuit
By Mark Maske | August 2, 2009; 10:49 AM ET | Comments (10)
NFL Network on New Comcast Tier
Beginning Saturday
By Mark Maske | August 1, 2009; 12:40 PM ET | Comments (0)
Forbes Says Vick Most Disliked in Sports
T.O. Fourth
By Mark Maske | July 31, 2009; 10:36 AM ET | Comments (2)
Vick Says He's 'Close' to Finding Team
QB Doesn't Elaborate
By Mark Maske | July 30, 2009; 12:02 PM ET | Comments (18)
Lots of No's For Vick
No Team Admits Interest
By Mark Maske | July 29, 2009; 10:46 AM ET | Comments (7)
Dungy Wants Vick's 'Other Side' on Display
'Not Sure' About NFL Future
By Mark Maske | July 28, 2009; 01:54 PM ET | Comments (2)
Commish's Authority an Issue in Labor Talks
Union Stance Reiterated
By Mark Maske | July 28, 2009; 01:40 PM ET | Comments (0)
National Urban League Praises Vick Ruling
Shows 'Thoughtful Courage'
By Mark Maske | July 28, 2009; 12:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
Speculation About Vick Destination Begins
Which Teams Will Be Interested?
By Mark Maske | July 28, 2009; 09:41 AM ET | Comments (2)
Vick Conditionally Reinstated
Could Play By Week 6
By Mark Maske | July 27, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (178)
Vick Decision Still Pending
Announcement by Midweek?
By Mark Maske | July 27, 2009; 01:19 PM ET | Comments (0)
DA Adamant About Jail Time For Burress
'By Trial or by Plea'
By Mark Maske | July 27, 2009; 08:16 AM ET | Comments (0)
Owens Says Vick Should Be Reinstated
Without a Suspension
By Mark Maske | July 26, 2009; 04:18 PM ET | Comments (8)
NFL, Other Leagues Sue Delaware
Over Sports Betting
By Mark Maske | July 24, 2009; 12:01 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Can't Please Everyone in Vick Case
The emotions remain raw in the Michael Vick case.
By Mark Maske | July 24, 2009; 11:01 AM ET | Comments (5)
Vick Could Be Partially Reinstated
With Suspension to Start Season
By Mark Maske | July 23, 2009; 06:37 PM ET | Comments (60)
NFL Draft Moved to Prime Time
1st Rd. on Thursday Night
By Mark Maske | July 23, 2009; 05:26 PM ET | Comments (5)
Shuler Co-Signs Anti-Gambling Letter
To Holder
By Mark Maske | July 23, 2009; 11:04 AM ET | Comments (1)
Vick Met Tuesday With DeMaurice Smith
No Formal Union Stance
By Mark Maske | July 22, 2009; 03:26 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick-Goodell Meeting In Works
Partial Reinstatement Possible
By Mark Maske | July 22, 2009; 02:22 PM ET | Comments (0)
Other Leagues Back NFL in StarCaps Case
Much at Stake
By Mark Maske | July 22, 2009; 12:09 PM ET | Comments (1)
State Court to Rule Soon in Diuretic Case
By Aug. 7
By Mark Maske | July 22, 2009; 11:01 AM ET | Comments (0)
NFL to 'Look Into' Roethlisberger Allegation
QB's Press Conf. Canceled
By Mark Maske | July 22, 2009; 10:31 AM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Says Vick Decision Coming Soon
Meeting This Week?
By Mark Maske | July 21, 2009; 07:45 PM ET | Comments (2)
Capitol Hill Scrutiny of Sports Betting Law
Sens. Write Letter to AG
By Mark Maske | July 21, 2009; 11:09 AM ET | Comments (5)
Vick Released; NFL Decision Looms
Will QB Be Reinstated?
By Mark Maske | July 20, 2009; 08:35 AM ET | Comments (148)
Players Told to Save For Possible Lockout
Union Announces Plan
By Mark Maske | July 14, 2009; 07:57 PM ET | Comments (2)
Labor Talks Resume; Union Eyes Capitol Hill
No Breakthrough in Talks
By Mark Maske | July 14, 2009; 03:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jury Trial in Stringer Equipment Case
Beginning in Nov.
By Mark Maske | July 14, 2009; 11:59 AM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Selling Overseas TV Rights
Hires IMG to Do It
By Mark Maske | July 13, 2009; 08:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
Stallworth Released From Jail
Served 24 Days
By Mark Maske | July 10, 2009; 11:12 AM ET | Comments (1)
Ocho Cinco, NFL at Twitter Odds
WR to Tweet During Games?
By Mark Maske | July 10, 2009; 10:59 AM ET | Comments (3)
Judge Blocks Williamses' Suspensions
In Diuretic Case
By Mark Maske | July 9, 2009; 11:53 AM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell, Mora Reach Rainier Peak
Climb For Charity
By Mark Maske | July 9, 2009; 10:02 AM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell, Mora On a Climb
Bidding to Summit Mt. Rainier
By Mark Maske | July 7, 2009; 02:09 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Suspends Giants' Boley
From Opener Vs. Redskins
By Mark Maske | July 7, 2009; 01:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL 'Beginning to Focus' on Vick Evaluation
Still No Timetable
By Mark Maske | June 26, 2009; 10:55 AM ET | Comments (0)
Stallworth Suspended Indefinitely
By Goodell
By Mark Maske | June 18, 2009; 05:14 PM ET | Comments (8)
Ravens Announce Maryland Lottery Deal
Latest Team With Lottery Tie-In
By Mark Maske | June 17, 2009; 11:50 AM ET | Comments (0)
Next Year's Draft Could Come in Early May
Possible Conflict With Ky. Derby
By Mark Maske | June 17, 2009; 11:39 AM ET | Comments (1)
Stallworth Pleads Guilty, Gets 30 Days in Jail
Plus Probation
By Mark Maske | June 16, 2009; 02:27 PM ET | Comments (4)
Stallworth Reportedly Agrees to Plea Deal
Jail Time Expected
By Mark Maske | June 16, 2009; 11:44 AM ET | Comments (1)
Rooney Rule Extended to Cover GM Jobs
And Equivalent Positions
By Mark Maske | June 15, 2009; 01:55 PM ET | Comments (2)
Falcons Release Vick
QB Can Sign With Any Team
By Mark Maske | June 12, 2009; 10:33 AM ET | Comments (3)
Mora Supports Reinstatement For Vick
But Won't Sign QB
By Mark Maske | June 11, 2009; 10:24 AM ET | Comments (0)
Spine Treatment Program For Retirees
At Five Medical Centers
By Mark Maske | June 10, 2009; 07:46 PM ET | Comments (0)
UFL Hires Rick Mueller
To Oversee FB Operations
By Mark Maske | June 9, 2009; 04:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
Stallworth Pleads Not Guilty
To DUI Manslaughter
By Mark Maske | June 4, 2009; 12:36 PM ET | Comments (1)
League, Union Fund Kids' Football Camps
$550K in Grants Announced
By Mark Maske | June 4, 2009; 12:24 PM ET | Comments (0)
Labor Talks Under Way
Bargaining Session in N.Y.
By Mark Maske | June 3, 2009; 02:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
Dungy Says Vick Deserves Another Chance
Supports Reinstatement
By Mark Maske | June 3, 2009; 12:57 PM ET | Comments (0)
Broncos' Marshall Won't Be Suspended
For March Arrest
By Mark Maske | June 2, 2009; 08:49 PM ET | Comments (0)
Judge Won't Put Suspensions on Hold
In Diuretic Case
By Mark Maske | May 29, 2009; 01:12 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL to Monitor Fla. Steroid Case
No Known Link At This Point
By Mark Maske | May 27, 2009; 01:19 PM ET | Comments (0)
Sotomayor Made Significant Sports Rulings
In Baseball, Clarett Cases
By Mark Maske | May 26, 2009; 09:35 AM ET | Comments (4)
Federal Judge Dismisses Union Lawsuit
Diuretic Case to State Court
By Mark Maske | May 23, 2009; 01:43 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick in Virginia
Meets With Probation Officers
By Mark Maske | May 21, 2009; 03:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Patriots Announce Lottery Partnership
2 Days After Owners' Vote
By Mark Maske | May 21, 2009; 12:16 PM ET | Comments (1)
Union Expresses Support For Vick
No Stance on Reinstatement
By Mark Maske | May 21, 2009; 12:03 PM ET | Comments (0)
Rooney Rule Might Be Expanded
To Include GM Openings
By Mark Maske | May 20, 2009; 11:39 AM ET | Comments (8)
No Vote on Tampering Rule
Issue Shelved Until Oct.
By Mark Maske | May 20, 2009; 10:51 AM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Out of Prison
En Route to Home Confinement
By Mark Maske | May 20, 2009; 09:29 AM ET | Comments (98)
Carson, Laird Address Owners
About Retired Players
By Mark Maske | May 19, 2009; 07:58 PM ET | Comments (1)
Goodell Opposes Delaware Law
Allowing Sports Betting...
By Mark Maske | May 19, 2009; 07:39 PM ET | Comments (2)
League Defends Pension Vote
Contends Retirements Unrelated
By Mark Maske | May 19, 2009; 07:23 PM ET | Comments (0)
No Timetable Yet For Vick Ruling
Sometime After Legal Process Done
By Mark Maske | May 19, 2009; 02:56 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vote on Tampering Rule Possible
At This Meeting
By Mark Maske | May 19, 2009; 02:29 PM ET | Comments (0)
Labor Talks Set For Early June
Smith Addresses Owners
By Mark Maske | May 19, 2009; 02:16 PM ET | Comments (0)
No Vote Yet on Longer Regular Season
Issue to be Addressed With Players
By Mark Maske | May 19, 2009; 02:11 PM ET | Comments (0)
Owners Gathering in Ft. Lauderdale
Committee Meetings Today
By Mark Maske | May 18, 2009; 02:23 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Negotiating Fox, CBS Extensions
Comcast Settlement Possible
By Mark Maske | May 17, 2009; 05:33 PM ET | Comments (1)
It's 'Ochocinco' On Jersey
Not 'Ocho Cinco'
By Mark Maske | May 15, 2009; 01:14 PM ET | Comments (1)
Bills' Lynch Appeals Suspension
RB Seeks Reduced Penalty
By Mark Maske | May 14, 2009; 04:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
Sports Betting Legalized in Delaware
NFL Challenging Law
By Mark Maske | May 14, 2009; 04:44 PM ET | Comments (0)
Dungy Says Vick Seeking Another Chance
'To Recover and Move Forward'
By Mark Maske | May 13, 2009; 06:11 PM ET | Comments (0)
Coaches Angry About Pension Move
More Retirements Possible
By Mark Maske | May 12, 2009; 01:45 PM ET | Comments (2)
Tampering Rules to be Revisited Next Week
Negotiating Window to be Created?
By Mark Maske | May 12, 2009; 10:54 AM ET | Comments (0)
Unclear if Owners to Vote on Longer Season
Meeting Next Week
By Mark Maske | May 12, 2009; 10:39 AM ET | Comments (0)
Two Retired Player Groups to Combine
Single Advocate for Former Players?
By Mark Maske | May 7, 2009; 03:28 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Defends Longer Season
In Online Panel Discussion
By Mark Maske | May 6, 2009; 10:32 AM ET | Comments (4)
2013 Super Bowl to be Awarded in 2 Weeks
New Orleans, Miami or Phoenix
By Mark Maske | May 5, 2009; 06:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
'Legacy Games' Announced
50th Season For AFL Teams
By Mark Maske | May 5, 2009; 05:24 PM ET | Comments (0)
More Speculation About London Super Bowl
By 2017
By Mark Maske | May 3, 2009; 06:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Mourns Kemp's Death
Bills, Goodell, Smith React
By Mark Maske | May 3, 2009; 02:46 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Network Stays on Comcast
'Productive Discussions'
By Mark Maske | May 1, 2009; 12:13 PM ET | Comments (0)
Another Report of Vick Home Confinement
Beginning May 20
By Mark Maske | April 29, 2009; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (0)
Later Start For Steelers-Bengals Game
On Sept. 27
By Mark Maske | April 28, 2009; 05:10 PM ET | Comments (0)
Draft in Prime Time Next Year?
It's Under Consideration
By Mark Maske | April 28, 2009; 02:03 PM ET | Comments (0)
More Talk of Rookie Contracts Coming
After Stafford Deal
By Mark Maske | April 25, 2009; 10:29 AM ET | Comments (1)
Mid-February Super Bowl?
If Season Extended
By Mark Maske | April 24, 2009; 04:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
Teams Willing to Take Less in Trades?
Some Desperate to Trade Down?
By Mark Maske | April 24, 2009; 11:58 AM ET | Comments (0)
Fitzgerald, Polamalu Are On 'Madden' Cover
Shared Top Billing
By Mark Maske | April 24, 2009; 11:34 AM ET | Comments (1)
Smith Noncommittal on Longer Season
'Let's Sit Down'
By Mark Maske | April 24, 2009; 10:54 AM ET | Comments (0)
Labor Negotiations Set to Begin, Smith Says
'Right After the Draft'
By Mark Maske | April 24, 2009; 10:16 AM ET | Comments (0)
'No Timetable' on Tampering Case
Redskins Accused
By Mark Maske | April 23, 2009; 11:13 AM ET | Comments (1)
Goodell Says Vick Must Be Remorseful
For 'Egregious' Actions
By Mark Maske | April 21, 2009; 10:58 PM ET | Comments (2)
Jets Granted Schedule Change
Due to Yom Kippur Conflict
By Mark Maske | April 17, 2009; 09:24 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jets Request Schedule Change
Over Conflicts With Jewish Holidays
By Mark Maske | April 16, 2009; 11:34 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Leaves Atlanta Prison
Apparently On Way to Leavenworth
By Mark Maske | April 14, 2009; 09:38 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL to Allow More Liquor Ads?
Team Logos on Lottery Tickets?
By Mark Maske | April 14, 2009; 11:58 AM ET | Comments (0)
Teams Can Opt Out of Retirement Plans
For Coaches, Staffers
By Mark Maske | April 13, 2009; 01:12 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Moved to Atlanta Prison
Back to Leavenworth?
By Mark Maske | April 10, 2009; 12:01 PM ET | Comments (0)
Schedule, Anyone?
Even NFL Non-News is News
By Mark Maske | April 9, 2009; 04:45 PM ET | Comments (0)
Bills' Lynch Suspended For Three Games
Under Conduct Policy
By Mark Maske | April 9, 2009; 10:30 AM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Not Staying in Virginia
Reportedly Back to Leavenworth
By Mark Maske | April 8, 2009; 11:32 AM ET | Comments (0)
Giants Must Pay Bonus to Burress
Under Ruling Today
By Mark Maske | April 6, 2009; 08:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
Giants Release Burress
With Court Case Pending
By Mark Maske | April 3, 2009; 04:12 PM ET | Comments (9)
Ruling Soon in Burress, LJ Contracts Case
Arguments Made Wednesday
By Mark Maske | April 3, 2009; 10:52 AM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Vows to Change
In Bankruptcy Testimony
By Mark Maske | April 3, 2009; 09:56 AM ET | Comments (0)
Players Willing to Bargain on Longer Season
'What's In It For Us?'
By Mark Maske | April 2, 2009; 12:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
Stallworth Facing Charges
For Deadly Accident
By Mark Maske | April 1, 2009; 01:49 PM ET | Comments (8)
No Plea Deal Yet For Burress
Hearing to be Adjourned
By Mark Maske | March 30, 2009; 09:28 PM ET | Comments (0)
Burress to be in Court Tuesday
Plea Deal Reportedly Possible
By Mark Maske | March 30, 2009; 04:02 PM ET | Comments (0)
Later Title Games?
If Regular Season Longer
By Mark Maske | March 30, 2009; 03:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
Preseason Schedule Announced
Eleven National TV Games
By Mark Maske | March 30, 2009; 01:37 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Adamant About Rookie Wage Scale
'The Right Thing'
By Mark Maske | March 28, 2009; 07:08 PM ET | Comments (1)
Anchoring Mistake Cited in Boating Accident
Also Carelessness, Inexperience
By Mark Maske | March 27, 2009; 04:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Accused of Misusing Pension Funds
By Labor Dept.
By Mark Maske | March 26, 2009; 02:33 PM ET | Comments (1)
Future International Franchise?
Goodell Can Envision It
By Mark Maske | March 25, 2009; 05:09 PM ET | Comments (2)
Tampering Rules Could Be Adjusted
Possible Vote in May
By Mark Maske | March 25, 2009; 05:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
Reseeding Proposal Withdrawn
Very Little Support
By Mark Maske | March 25, 2009; 04:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Longer Regular Season 'Is Coming'
Little Opposition
By Mark Maske | March 25, 2009; 04:05 PM ET | Comments (6)
'Hochuli Rule' Approved
More Plays Reviewable
By Mark Maske | March 25, 2009; 03:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Says Vick Must Show Remorse
To Be Reinstated
By Mark Maske | March 25, 2009; 03:01 PM ET | Comments (3)
Four Rule Changes Approved
All Safety-Related
By Mark Maske | March 24, 2009; 01:16 PM ET | Comments (10)
DirecTV Deal Payable Even in Lockout
$1 Billion Per Season
By Mark Maske | March 24, 2009; 11:51 AM ET | Comments (0)
Pros and Cons of a Longer Season
More Games But More Injuries?
By Mark Maske | March 24, 2009; 10:01 AM ET | Comments (6)
Further Protection For QBs
Low Hits Further Scrutinized
By Mark Maske | March 24, 2009; 02:17 AM ET | Comments (3)
Future Changes to Thanksgiving Lineup?
More 'Analysis' Coming
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2009; 10:01 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Calls New Union Chief Impressive
Owners Talking Labor
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2009; 09:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Support For Longer Season
Owners in Favor
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2009; 09:43 PM ET | Comments (7)
Commissioner Defends Meeting Site
Plans Made Years in Advance
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2009; 09:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell's Address About Economy
'These Are Trying Times'
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2009; 09:35 PM ET | Comments (0)
Redskins Gain 7th-Round Pick
Comepensatory Choices Announced
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2009; 08:40 PM ET | Comments (1)
NFL Extends Deal With DirecTV
$1 Billion Per Season
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2009; 06:18 PM ET | Comments (1)
Possible Vote in May on Longer Season
But Not This Week
By Mark Maske | March 23, 2009; 05:29 PM ET | Comments (0)
Participants Gathered For League Meeting
Opening Address Monday
By Mark Maske | March 22, 2009; 11:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
Getting to Know You
First Meeting For Smith, Goodell
By Mark Maske | March 21, 2009; 04:35 PM ET | Comments (0)
Memorial Service For Corey Smith
Saturday in Richmond
By Mark Maske | March 19, 2009; 07:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
Reports: Stallworth Was Over Legal Limit
Charge Reportedly Possible
By Mark Maske | March 19, 2009; 02:19 PM ET | Comments (1)
Are Kickers Too Good?
FG Accuracy at All-Time High
By Mark Maske | March 19, 2009; 11:40 AM ET | Comments (6)
Bills' Lynch Expects Suspension
Decision Within 10 Days
By Mark Maske | March 18, 2009; 10:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
No Change to Overtime
No Proposal Next Week
By Mark Maske | March 18, 2009; 03:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
Smith, Goodell Might Meet Friday in N.Y.
First Face-to-Face Meeting
By Mark Maske | March 18, 2009; 01:45 PM ET | Comments (0)
QBs Still Available
Garcia, Grossman, Etc.
By Mark Maske | March 18, 2009; 12:10 PM ET | Comments (0)
No Ruling by NFL Yet in Lynch Case
RB Meets With Goodell
By Mark Maske | March 17, 2009; 04:20 PM ET | Comments (0)
Bills' Lynch to Meet With Goodell
Possible Punishment Pending
By Mark Maske | March 17, 2009; 10:01 AM ET | Comments (0)
Boat's Anchor Was Stuck
According to Coast Guard Report
By Mark Maske | March 17, 2009; 09:20 AM ET | Comments (0)
Despositions This Week in Kiffin Case
Kiffin's Is Monday
By Mark Maske | March 15, 2009; 04:02 PM ET | Comments (0)
Matt Jones Released From Jail
One Day Early
By Mark Maske | March 14, 2009; 05:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Has 'Low' Staph Rate, Report Says
Also 'Steadily Declining'
By Mark Maske | March 12, 2009; 06:58 PM ET | Comments (0)
Pretrial Diversion Program For McKinnie
Charges Could Be Dropped
By Mark Maske | March 12, 2009; 02:46 PM ET | Comments (0)
Cooper's Family Files For Death Certificate
In Florida Court
By Mark Maske | March 12, 2009; 12:06 PM ET | Comments (0)
New League Announces Coaches
Green, Fassel, Haslett, Cottrell
By Mark Maske | March 11, 2009; 02:56 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Must Appear at Hearing
In Bankruptcy Proceeding
By Mark Maske | March 11, 2009; 01:42 PM ET | Comments (0)
Objection Filed to Vick Court Appearance
In Bankruptcy Proceeding
By Mark Maske | March 10, 2009; 04:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
Search For Boaters Cost $1.6 Million
Covered 20,000 Sq. Miles
By Mark Maske | March 10, 2009; 03:42 PM ET | Comments (0)
No Bids at Auction of Vick's House
In Atlanta Suburb
By Mark Maske | March 10, 2009; 12:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
Burress Hearing Postponed
Reportedly Until April 1
By Mark Maske | March 10, 2009; 10:28 AM ET | Comments (0)
More Talks Between NFL, Comcast
But Little Reported Progress
By Mark Maske | March 9, 2009; 11:55 AM ET | Comments (0)
Memorial Service For Bleakley
Schuyler Attends
By Mark Maske | March 7, 2009; 09:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
Private Search For Missing Boaters Ended
Cooper Family 'Healing'
By Mark Maske | March 6, 2009; 05:37 PM ET | Comments (0)
Bills' Lynch Pleads Guilty to Gun Charge
Gets Probation, Comm. Service
By Mark Maske | March 5, 2009; 07:21 PM ET | Comments (0)
Rescued Boater Recovering Well
Schuyler Had 'Moderate' Hypothermia
By Mark Maske | March 4, 2009; 12:00 PM ET | Comments (13)
Search For Missing Boaters Suspended
Three Not Found
By Mark Maske | March 3, 2009; 05:23 PM ET | Comments (6)
Charge Against Marshall Dismissed
League Still Could Act
By Mark Maske | March 2, 2009; 01:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
Search Efforts Continue
Missing Boaters Not Found Yet
By Mark Maske | March 2, 2009; 10:38 AM ET | Comments (0)
Brandon Marshall Arrested
For Disorderly Conduct
By Mark Maske | March 2, 2009; 08:54 AM ET | Comments (1)
Two Players Reportedly on Missing Boat
Search In Progress
By Mark Maske | March 1, 2009; 01:31 PM ET | Comments (29)
Free Agency Almost Here
Top Available Players
By Mark Maske | February 26, 2009; 07:50 PM ET | Comments (0)
AP: Vick Approved For Home Confinement
Reportedly As Soon as May 21
By Mark Maske | February 26, 2009; 12:49 PM ET | Comments (25)
NFL Reduces Staff, Goodell Cuts Pay
Moves Previously Disclosed
By Mark Maske | February 25, 2009; 12:35 PM ET | Comments (1)
June Trial Date in Diuretic Case
Suspensions Pending
By Mark Maske | February 25, 2009; 11:07 AM ET | Comments (0)
No OT Recommendation Yet
Committee Still Deliberating
By Mark Maske | February 20, 2009; 05:46 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Taking Pay Cut
Of 20 to 25 Percent
By Mark Maske | February 13, 2009; 06:46 PM ET | Comments (1)
Falcons Seeking to Trade Vick
Dimitroff Announces Intention
By Mark Maske | February 13, 2009; 04:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
Chiefs Comply With Interviewing Rule
But Minority Candidates Not Identified
By Mark Maske | February 5, 2009; 09:24 PM ET | Comments (0)
Texans Accused of Illegal Offseason Drills
3 Linemen Hurt Last May
By Mark Maske | February 5, 2009; 11:33 AM ET | Comments (2)
Cards' Last Play Was Fumble, NFL Says
Replay Official Reviewed It
By Mark Maske | February 2, 2009; 04:26 PM ET | Comments (0)
Friday Leftover About Lions, Thanksgiving
Could Detroit Lose Traditional Game?
By Mark Maske | February 1, 2009; 03:38 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Headed to Halfway House 'Any Day'
QB to Leave Leavenworth
By Mark Maske | January 30, 2009; 03:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Disputes Study's Findings
Labor Issues Loom
By Mark Maske | January 30, 2009; 01:33 PM ET | Comments (0)
Former Players Say More Must Be Done
Current Measures Called Inadequate
By Mark Maske | January 29, 2009; 08:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union Releases Economic Study
It Concludes League is Healthy
By Mark Maske | January 29, 2009; 07:42 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Network Dispute Back Before Judge
FCC Rules Judge's Authority Hasn't Expired
By Mark Maske | January 27, 2009; 07:41 PM ET | Comments (0)
Stringer's Widow, NFL Reach Settlement
Prevention Program to be Established
By Mark Maske | January 26, 2009; 06:40 PM ET | Comments (0)
PETA Backs Out of Vick PSA
QB Wanted Support For NFL Return
By Mark Maske | January 21, 2009; 07:36 PM ET | Comments (0)
Pereira Retiring After Next Season
Officiating VP's Exit Unrelated to Controversies
By Mark Maske | January 18, 2009; 02:32 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jones Says He Might Return to Dallas
CB Again Denies Latest Allegation
By Mark Maske | January 10, 2009; 06:38 PM ET | Comments (0)
Freeney Fined $20K
Reportedly For Criticizing Officiating
By Mark Maske | January 10, 2009; 04:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFC Matchups Also Set
Cards at Panthers, Eagles at Giants
By Mark Maske | January 4, 2009; 09:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
AFC Pairings Set
Ravens-Titans, Chargers-Steelers
By Mark Maske | January 4, 2009; 04:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vikings Avoid Local TV Blackout
Two Extensions Needed
By Mark Maske | January 3, 2009; 05:38 PM ET | Comments (0)
Cardinals Avoid TV Blackout
Vikings Get 2nd Extension
By Mark Maske | January 2, 2009; 06:16 PM ET | Comments (0)
Another Extension For Cardinals
Team Trying to Avoid TV Blackout
By Mark Maske | January 2, 2009; 10:26 AM ET | Comments (1)
Ticket-Selling Extensions For Cards, Vikes
Extra Day to Avoid TV Blackouts
By Mark Maske | January 1, 2009; 08:45 AM ET | Comments (1)
Next Season's Opponents Announced
Team-by-Team Listing
By Mark Maske | December 29, 2008; 04:43 PM ET | Comments (0)
Playoff Schedule Announced
First 2 Rounds Set
By Mark Maske | December 28, 2008; 10:59 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Hopeful Roethlisberger Okay
But Says QB Should Have Been Playing
By Mark Maske | December 28, 2008; 03:57 PM ET | Comments (0)
Welker Fined For Snow Angel Celebration
Illegal TD Display Costs WR $10K
By Mark Maske | December 24, 2008; 03:15 PM ET | Comments (3)
Players Used Product For Weigh-In Clauses
Pat, Kevin Williams Had $400K Bonuses
By Mark Maske | December 24, 2008; 02:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
Guns Seized From Burress's Home
Authorities Find Handgun, Rifle, Ammunition
By Mark Maske | December 24, 2008; 10:00 AM ET | Comments (7)
No Hochuli at Broncos-Chargers
He's Working in G.B.
By Mark Maske | December 23, 2008; 09:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jets' Ellis Fined $10K For Snow Incident
DE Threw Snow at Fans in Seattle
By Mark Maske | December 23, 2008; 02:19 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Appealing Order Blocking Suspensions
More Maneuvers in Diuretic Case
By Mark Maske | December 22, 2008; 08:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
Playoff Scenarios
Beginning to Sort It All Out
By Mark Maske | December 21, 2008; 10:12 PM ET | Comments (0)
Broncos-Chargers Flexed Next Sunday
AFC West Title on the Line
By Mark Maske | December 21, 2008; 10:02 PM ET | Comments (0)
Titans' Finnegan Fined $25K
For Two Hits vs. Texans
By Mark Maske | December 18, 2008; 07:38 PM ET | Comments (0)
Steelers' Deal Approved by Owners
Dan Rooney, Son to Gain Controlling Interest
By Mark Maske | December 17, 2008; 07:30 PM ET | Comments (0)
Approval of Steelers' Deal Expected
Owners Meeting Today in Dallas
By Mark Maske | December 17, 2008; 12:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Could Be Moved to Halfway House
Move Could Come Next Month, Attorney Says
By Mark Maske | December 16, 2008; 02:48 PM ET | Comments (0)
Wednesday Approval of Steelers' Deal?
Transaction Reviewed Today by Finance Committee
By Mark Maske | December 15, 2008; 08:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
Arena League Cancels 2009 Season
Move Approved Sunday Night
By Mark Maske | December 15, 2008; 01:29 PM ET | Comments (1)
Judge Extends Injunction in Diuretic Case
Players Likely to Remain Eligible All Season
By Mark Maske | December 11, 2008; 08:17 PM ET | Comments (0)
Bounties Out of Bounds For Ravens
Suggs Avoids Topic
By Mark Maske | December 11, 2008; 12:41 PM ET | Comments (0)
Arena League Still in Operation
Season Not Canceled 'At This Time'
By Mark Maske | December 11, 2008; 11:19 AM ET | Comments (0)
Tagliabue Named to Georgetown Post
Former Commish Elected Board Chairman
By Mark Maske | December 11, 2008; 10:24 AM ET | Comments (3)
No Ruling Before Friday in Diuretic Case
McAllister, Smith Eligible Thursday Night
By Mark Maske | December 10, 2008; 01:48 PM ET | Comments (0)
Matt Jones Suspended
3 Games Under Substance Abuse Policy
By Mark Maske | December 9, 2008; 02:02 PM ET | Comments (22)
NFL to Cut Staff
About 150 of 1,100 Jobs Eliminated
By Mark Maske | December 9, 2008; 12:43 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Defends NFL's Role in N.Y. Probe
Expresses Confidence Suspensions Will be Upheld
By Mark Maske | December 9, 2008; 12:37 PM ET | Comments (0)
New Program For Retired Players
Assists With Medicare Premiums
By Mark Maske | December 8, 2008; 04:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Three Divisions Wrapped Up
Giants, Cardinals, Titans Are In
By Mark Maske | December 8, 2008; 11:42 AM ET | Comments (0)
Allen Fined $10K
Total For Season Up to $90K
By Mark Maske | December 5, 2008; 08:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
Federal Judge Blocks Diuretic Suspensions
Union Prevails, At Least For Now
By Mark Maske | December 5, 2008; 03:32 PM ET | Comments (0)
Hearing Under Way on Diuretic Suspensions
Union Argues For Neutral Arbitrator
By Mark Maske | December 5, 2008; 03:10 PM ET | Comments (0)
Another Suspension in Diuretic Case
Report: Titans DT to Serve His
By Mark Maske | December 5, 2008; 01:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
Raiders Merit 2-D, At Best
TV Experiment Marred by Dreadful Game
By Mark Maske | December 5, 2008; 10:51 AM ET | Comments (0)
Hearing Friday in Union Lawsuit
Suspensions Challenged
By Mark Maske | December 4, 2008; 07:57 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union Files Lawsuit in Diuretic Cases
Challenging Suspensions
By Mark Maske | December 4, 2008; 12:03 PM ET | Comments (0)
Pierce Reportedly to Testify to Grand Jury
Testimony Could Help LB Avoid Charges
By Mark Maske | December 4, 2008; 11:14 AM ET | Comments (1)
Union to File Grievance in Burress Case
Claiming WR's Rights Violated
By Mark Maske | December 4, 2008; 09:56 AM ET | Comments (4)
Judge Blocks Suspensions of Vikings DTs
Issues Temporary Restraining Order
By Mark Maske | December 3, 2008; 08:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vikings DTs Challenge Suspensions in Court
Players Seeking Temporary Restraining Order
By Mark Maske | December 3, 2008; 06:14 PM ET | Comments (7)
Clark's Hit on Welker Ruled Legal
Fine Appears Unlikely
By Mark Maske | December 3, 2008; 11:55 AM ET | Comments (3)
Suspended Players Headed to Court
Seeking Injunction to Play
By Mark Maske | December 3, 2008; 09:51 AM ET | Comments (7)
Giants Suspend Burress, End His Season
WR Placed on Non-Football Injury List
By Mark Maske | December 2, 2008; 06:22 PM ET | Comments (67)
Six Players Suspended in Diuretic Case
Appeals Rejected
By Mark Maske | December 2, 2008; 05:20 PM ET | Comments (6)
Burress Rejoins Giants
WR at Stadium, As Promised
By Mark Maske | December 2, 2008; 03:12 PM ET | Comments (1)
Burress Decisions Loom For Giants, NFL
WR to Report to Team Today
By Mark Maske | December 2, 2008; 09:53 AM ET | Comments (0)
Rulings Today in Diuretic Cases?
Only 4 Games Left in Season
By Mark Maske | December 2, 2008; 09:31 AM ET | Comments (0)
Clark Could Be Fined For Hit on Welker
Safety Was Penalized on Play
By Mark Maske | December 2, 2008; 08:23 AM ET | Comments (2)
Burress to Report to Giants Tuesday
Agent Hopeful WR Will Play For Team Again
By Mark Maske | December 1, 2008; 10:24 PM ET | Comments (3)
Verdicts Soon in Diuretic Cases?
Decisions on Appeals Pending
By Mark Maske | December 1, 2008; 02:34 PM ET | Comments (0)
Pats, Bucs to Play in London Next Season
Game Scheduled for Next Oct. 25
By Mark Maske | December 1, 2008; 01:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
Burress Charged
Freed After Posting $100K Bail
By Mark Maske | December 1, 2008; 10:11 AM ET | Comments (77)
Burress Reportedly Could Face Gun Charge
WR Didn't Have Permit, Reports Say
By Mark Maske | November 30, 2008; 09:44 AM ET | Comments (0)
Porter Fined
LB Cited For Verbal Abuse
By Mark Maske | November 28, 2008; 07:59 PM ET | Comments (0)
Not Exactly Riveting
Today's Average Margin: 30 Points
By Mark Maske | November 27, 2008; 11:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
Haslett Fined $20K
Reportedly For Cursing at Officials
By Mark Maske | November 26, 2008; 07:49 PM ET | Comments (0)
Light, Crowder Fined
$15K Each, No Suspensions
By Mark Maske | November 26, 2008; 12:10 PM ET | Comments (1)
Goodell Calls Scoring "Great" For Fans
As Long as Games Are Close, Commish Adds
By Mark Maske | November 26, 2008; 11:55 AM ET | Comments (0)
Meadowlands Predicament Solved
One Title Game Could Be Moved Back
By Mark Maske | November 26, 2008; 10:35 AM ET | Comments (0)
No Rulings on Appeals Expected This Week
Early-December Decisions Anticipated
By Mark Maske | November 26, 2008; 10:26 AM ET | Comments (0)
Reeves Thinks Vick Has an NFL Future
Former Coach Expects Some Team to Sign QB
By Mark Maske | November 25, 2008; 06:28 PM ET | Comments (2)
Giants Deny Injury Report Wrongdoing
Jacobs Inactive After Being Called Probable
By Mark Maske | November 25, 2008; 01:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Has Highest-Scoring Weekend
Record Set With 837 Points
By Mark Maske | November 25, 2008; 12:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Pleads Guilty to State Charge
Gets Suspended Sentence
By Mark Maske | November 25, 2008; 10:15 AM ET | Comments (190)
Vick Arrives Early For Court Appearance
Guilty Plea to State Charges Expected
By Mark Maske | November 25, 2008; 09:18 AM ET | Comments (60)
Vick Scheduled to be in Court Tuesday
QB to Plead Guilty to State Charges
By Mark Maske | November 24, 2008; 10:57 PM ET | Comments (0)
New Policy Cited For NFL Network Games
Adjustment Means Slightly More Viewers
By Mark Maske | November 24, 2008; 10:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
Light-Crowder Scuffle Under Review
Discipline Possible
By Mark Maske | November 24, 2008; 04:09 PM ET | Comments (1)
Early-December Verdicts on Appeals?
Decisions Pending in Diuretic Cases
By Mark Maske | November 22, 2008; 12:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
Beason Fined $5K
For Uncalled Facemasking Infraction
By Mark Maske | November 22, 2008; 11:49 AM ET | Comments (0)
Jones's Reinstatement Official
NFL Issues Written Statement
By Mark Maske | November 21, 2008; 06:45 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vikes' Edwards Fined $25K
For 2 Plays vs. Bucs
By Mark Maske | November 21, 2008; 06:01 PM ET | Comments (0)
DTs Back With Vikings
Appeals Remain Pending
By Mark Maske | November 21, 2008; 05:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
Replay Change Enacted
Minor Procedural Modification
By Mark Maske | November 21, 2008; 05:25 PM ET | Comments (4)
Porter Says Vick Should Play
LB's Opinion of the Day
By Mark Maske | November 21, 2008; 01:22 PM ET | Comments (2)
Vick Moved to Virginia Jail
Due in Surry County Court Tuesday
By Mark Maske | November 21, 2008; 01:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vikings DTs Miss Practice
Pat, Kevin Williams Appealing Suspensions
By Mark Maske | November 20, 2008; 10:33 PM ET | Comments (0)
Owner Takes Some Blame For Suspension
No Official Confirmation of Reinstatement
By Mark Maske | November 20, 2008; 09:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
No Immediate Resolution in FCC Case
Judge Pushes Back 60-Day Timeline
By Mark Maske | November 20, 2008; 03:54 PM ET | Comments (0)
Martz Fined $20K
For Comments About Officiating
By Mark Maske | November 20, 2008; 12:42 PM ET | Comments (0)
Ties Are Here to Stay
No Push to Eliminate Them, McKay Says
By Mark Maske | November 20, 2008; 11:47 AM ET | Comments (0)
Adam Jones Reinstated
CB Must Miss 2 More Games First
By Mark Maske | November 19, 2008; 06:41 PM ET | Comments (14)
Players Weren't Warned About Product?
Administrator Said to Have Known
By Mark Maske | November 19, 2008; 02:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
Allen Fined, Not Suspended
$25K For Hit on Rodgers
By Mark Maske | November 19, 2008; 02:01 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Vows to Cut Out Ticket Middlemen
Wants Low-Priced S.B. Tickets to Get to Fans
By Mark Maske | November 19, 2008; 10:48 AM ET | Comments (0)
Adam Jones Decision 'In the Coming Days'
Medical Evaluations the Key
By Mark Maske | November 19, 2008; 10:22 AM ET | Comments (0)
Obama's A.G. Choice Has NFL Ties
Holder Oversaw Vick Review
By Mark Maske | November 18, 2008; 06:23 PM ET | Comments (0)
Hectic Day on Park Ave.
Suspensions and Appeals Pending
By Mark Maske | November 18, 2008; 04:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vikes' D-Line Could Be Depleted
Three Possible Suspensions Pending
By Mark Maske | November 18, 2008; 03:30 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Said to Back Replay Change
Reportedly Urging Quick Action
By Mark Maske | November 18, 2008; 03:13 PM ET | Comments (0)
Allen to Meet With NFL Officials
Further Discipline Possible
By Mark Maske | November 17, 2008; 10:24 PM ET | Comments (0)
Berthelsen Also Wary of Lockout
Repeats Upshaw's Prediction
By Mark Maske | November 17, 2008; 09:29 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jones's Playing Status Not Clarified Yet
CB Has Missed 4 Games
By Mark Maske | November 17, 2008; 09:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
Bears-Vikes Not Flexed on Nov. 30
Broncos at Jets Moved to 4:15
By Mark Maske | November 17, 2008; 05:40 PM ET | Comments (0)
Steelers-Chargers Score Won't Be Changed
NFL Issues 'Rule Explanation'
By Mark Maske | November 17, 2008; 05:33 PM ET | Comments (1)
NFL Might Modify Replay Procedure
In Response to Sunday's Mistake
By Mark Maske | November 17, 2008; 02:00 PM ET | Comments (16)
No Anti-Tie Groundswell
Never Came Up, Casserly Says
By Mark Maske | November 17, 2008; 01:34 PM ET | Comments (0)
Saints Trio to Appeal Tuesday
Trying to Overturn Suspensions
By Mark Maske | November 16, 2008; 11:57 AM ET | Comments (0)
McKenzie to Start
Giants Leaving Discipline to League
By Mark Maske | November 15, 2008; 04:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
Court Filing Says Vick Expects NFL Return
QB Intends to Pay Creditors That Way
By Mark Maske | November 13, 2008; 08:31 PM ET | Comments (0)
Peterson Should Have Been Penalized
RB Removed Helmet on Field
By Mark Maske | November 12, 2008; 04:22 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Reducing Playoff Ticket Prices
League Recommends 10 Percent Cut
By Mark Maske | November 12, 2008; 03:43 PM ET | Comments (0)
'Normal Procedure' in Niners Game
Pereira Defends End-Game Actions
By Mark Maske | November 12, 2008; 12:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
Johnson Sued
Woman Seeks Damages For Nightclub Incident
By Mark Maske | November 10, 2008; 06:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
Moss Fine Rescinded
WR Gets to Keep $20K
By Mark Maske | November 10, 2008; 03:22 PM ET | Comments (1)
On Further, Further Review, Call Right
NFL Issues Explanation of Manning Ruling
By Mark Maske | November 10, 2008; 01:36 PM ET | Comments (1)
Colts-Chargers Not Flexed on Nov. 23
Panthers-Falcons Moved to 4:15
By Mark Maske | November 10, 2008; 01:34 PM ET | Comments (0)
Tuck Fine Reportedly Rescinded
Goodell Said to Make Decision
By Mark Maske | November 7, 2008; 10:14 PM ET | Comments (0)
Allen Fined $50K
Four Others Also Fined
By Mark Maske | November 7, 2008; 05:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
Tuck Appealing Fine
$7,500 For Hit on Bollinger
By Mark Maske | November 7, 2008; 12:52 PM ET | Comments (5)
Full Plate For Labor Talks
Another New Issue
By Mark Maske | November 7, 2008; 12:40 PM ET | Comments (0)
League, Union at Odds Over Discipline
Players Say Measures Excessive
By Mark Maske | November 6, 2008; 09:40 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jones Responds to Porter
'Is Joey Porter the Commissioner?'
By Mark Maske | November 6, 2008; 08:28 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jones Awaits Ruling
Porter Says WR Shouldn't Be Playing
By Mark Maske | November 6, 2008; 12:37 PM ET | Comments (1)
League to Reassess Staph Issue
Outside Medical Experts to be Used
By Mark Maske | November 4, 2008; 11:46 PM ET | Comments (0)
'Zero Tolerance' on Banned Substances
No Comment by Goodell on Cases
By Mark Maske | November 3, 2008; 11:41 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Writes to Specter
Defends NFL's TV Policies
By Mark Maske | November 3, 2008; 11:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
'Some Progress' on Steelers' Ownership
Goodell Hopeful of Resolution
By Mark Maske | November 3, 2008; 08:33 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Defends TV Policies
Commissioner at Va. Luncheon
By Mark Maske | November 3, 2008; 07:59 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Speculation Commencing
Could Oakland Be Landing Spot?
By Mark Maske | November 2, 2008; 10:16 AM ET | Comments (1)
L. Johnson Suspended One Game by NFL
RB Violated Conduct Policy
By Mark Maske | October 31, 2008; 06:14 PM ET | Comments (1)
Wilfork Fined $35K
No Suspension For DT
By Mark Maske | October 30, 2008; 03:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
Chiefs, Johnson Await Word From League
RB Could Be Suspended or Inactive
By Mark Maske | October 30, 2008; 09:54 AM ET | Comments (0)
Kiffin Files Grievance
Ruling to be Made by Goodell
By Mark Maske | October 29, 2008; 10:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
Berrian Says No Response on Hotline
WR Called Twice For Supplement Help
By Mark Maske | October 29, 2008; 04:29 PM ET | Comments (0)
Wilfork to be Fined
Reportedly No Suspension
By Mark Maske | October 29, 2008; 12:44 PM ET | Comments (0)
Specter, Other Senators Write to Goodell
Lawmakers Express NFL Network Concerns
By Mark Maske | October 29, 2008; 10:48 AM ET | Comments (0)
Saints Coach Grouses About London Trip
Payton Unhappy About Travel, Field
By Mark Maske | October 29, 2008; 10:16 AM ET | Comments (1)
Nesbit Sues Product Maker
Claims Weight-Loss Pills Mis-Labeled
By Mark Maske | October 28, 2008; 10:47 PM ET | Comments (0)
No Johnson or Wilfork Discipline Today
Suspensions Remain Possible
By Mark Maske | October 28, 2008; 07:58 PM ET | Comments (0)
Johnson, Wilfork to Meet With Goodell
Each Player Facing Possible Suspension
By Mark Maske | October 28, 2008; 04:13 PM ET | Comments (0)
Johnson Charged With Simple Assault
2nd Pending Charge Against Chiefs RB
By Mark Maske | October 27, 2008; 02:26 PM ET | Comments (0)
Union to Seek New Appeal System
For NFL-Imposed Discipline
By Mark Maske | October 27, 2008; 12:23 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell to Meet With L. Johnson
Reportedly Tuesday in New York
By Mark Maske | October 26, 2008; 01:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
Haslett's Contract Voided
League Reportedly Informs Rams
By Mark Maske | October 25, 2008; 06:25 PM ET | Comments (2)
A. Jones Must Earn Reinstatement
Goodell Reiterates Stance
By Mark Maske | October 24, 2008; 01:32 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Decries Bounties
Calls Them 'Inappropriate'
By Mark Maske | October 24, 2008; 01:11 PM ET | Comments (0)
'Rash' of Positive Steroid Tests Reported
Many Due to Weight-Loss Drug
By Mark Maske | October 24, 2008; 12:52 PM ET | Comments (2)
Suggs: No Bounties
LB Says He 'Misspoke' Earlier
By Mark Maske | October 24, 2008; 12:29 PM ET | Comments (0)
P. Manning Had Staph Infection
Renewed Concerns League-Wide
By Mark Maske | October 24, 2008; 10:07 AM ET | Comments (0)
No 'Ocho Cinco' on Jersey This Season
WR Will Make Switch Next Season
By Mark Maske | October 23, 2008; 04:49 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Investigating Ravens' 'Bounties'
Suggs's Comments Spark Probe
By Mark Maske | October 23, 2008; 11:29 AM ET | Comments (0)
League Reps Meet With Steelers
Public Comments Addressed
By Mark Maske | October 23, 2008; 10:59 AM ET | Comments (0)
Rams Plan to Comply
Will Interview Minority Candidate
By Mark Maske | October 22, 2008; 09:58 AM ET | Comments (0)
Unclear If L. Johnson Will Play This Week
Edwards Not Saying
By Mark Maske | October 21, 2008; 10:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
No Fine For Ward
Block on Rivers Ruled Legal
By Mark Maske | October 21, 2008; 07:29 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick to Plead Guity to State Charges
Reportedly No Additional Jail Time
By Mark Maske | October 21, 2008; 07:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
Haslett Contract Drawing Scrutiny
Rooney Says Clause Skirts Rule
By Mark Maske | October 21, 2008; 05:10 PM ET | Comments (1)
Rooney Says Goodell Deserves Extension
No Contract Talks Yet
By Mark Maske | October 21, 2008; 04:54 PM ET | Comments (1)
Details of L. Johnson Case
RB Allegedly Spit Drink in Woman's Face
By Mark Maske | October 20, 2008; 10:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
A. Jones Said to Have Entered Treatment
Suspended CB Addressing Alcohol Issues
By Mark Maske | October 20, 2008; 03:07 PM ET | Comments (0)
Report of More Trouble For L. Johnson
Chiefs Issue Statement
By Mark Maske | October 20, 2008; 01:18 PM ET | Comments (0)
Arrest in Collier Shooting
Attempted Murder Charge
By Mark Maske | October 19, 2008; 08:51 AM ET | Comments (0)
Friday Fines
$20K Each For Urlacher, Porter, Bly
By Mark Maske | October 17, 2008; 10:56 PM ET | Comments (0)
A. Jones Suspension to Cost Cowboys
At Least $82K to League
By Mark Maske | October 17, 2008; 03:49 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Open to New Comcast Talks
Case Headed Before Judge
By Mark Maske | October 16, 2008; 10:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
Complaints About Fines
Polamalu, E. Smith Sound Off
By Mark Maske | October 16, 2008; 07:45 PM ET | Comments (0)
Some Super Bowl Tickets Reach $1,000
Most Priced at $800
By Mark Maske | October 16, 2008; 03:33 PM ET | Comments (1)
Owners Might Reconsider Debt Reduction
Last Attempt Led to Union Complaint
By Mark Maske | October 16, 2008; 01:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
A. Jones Beginning Treatment
Reportedly Starting Today
By Mark Maske | October 16, 2008; 09:43 AM ET | Comments (3)
More Fretting About Economy
League 'Healthy' But Worries Persist
By Mark Maske | October 15, 2008; 05:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
Spring Game, Anyone?
Owners Discuss Spring Exhibition
By Mark Maske | October 15, 2008; 12:05 PM ET | Comments (6)
Longer Season, Expanded Playoffs?
Owners Discuss Both Issues Today
By Mark Maske | October 15, 2008; 11:57 AM ET | Comments (3)
Longer Season Being Discussed
Expanded Playoffs, Too?
By Mark Maske | October 15, 2008; 10:25 AM ET | Comments (1)
Future Dolphins Sale Approved
Ross Can Become Majority Owner
By Mark Maske | October 15, 2008; 10:05 AM ET | Comments (0)
No Tampering Charge
Raiders Respond to League
By Mark Maske | October 14, 2008; 11:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell 'Proud' of Officials
Endorses Beleaguered Refs
By Mark Maske | October 14, 2008; 11:43 PM ET | Comments (0)
Ban Could Be Permanent
Goodell on Suspension
By Mark Maske | October 14, 2008; 10:58 PM ET | Comments (0)
A. Jones Suspended Indefinitely
At Least 4 Games
By Mark Maske | October 14, 2008; 02:38 PM ET | Comments (21)
Anti-Tampering Rule Changed
Allows GM Hire During Playoffs
By Mark Maske | October 14, 2008; 01:58 PM ET | Comments (0)
Meeting Under Way
A. Jones Decision Looming
By Mark Maske | October 14, 2008; 12:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
Owners' Meeting Begins Tuesday
Owners Fretting About Economic Crisis
By Mark Maske | October 13, 2008; 10:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
A. Jones Verdict Near
Ruling Could Come Tuesday
By Mark Maske | October 13, 2008; 10:04 PM ET | Comments (0)
T. Metcalf Suspended
For Violating Banned Substances Policy
By Mark Maske | October 13, 2008; 09:35 PM ET | Comments (0)
J. Porter Critical of Officiating
Hochuli Involved Again
By Mark Maske | October 13, 2008; 10:15 AM ET | Comments (1)
Only Two Left Winless
Rams, Texans Get Wins
By Mark Maske | October 12, 2008; 04:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Supports Refs
Expresses Confidence in Call Friday
By Mark Maske | October 12, 2008; 09:03 AM ET | Comments (0)
Eagles Rookies Fined
For Celebration After D. Jackson's TD
By Mark Maske | October 11, 2008; 09:28 PM ET | Comments (1)
NFL Gains Victory in Cable Dispute
FCC Sides With NFL Network Vs. Comcast
By Mark Maske | October 11, 2008; 07:18 PM ET | Comments (3)
No NFL Decision Today
Review of Jones Case Done Next Week
By Mark Maske | October 10, 2008; 05:51 PM ET | Comments (0)
A. Wilson Fined
$25K For Hit on T. Edwards
By Mark Maske | October 10, 2008; 02:02 PM ET | Comments (0)
J. Jones Calls Incident 'A Nothing'
Owner Says Notion of Suspension 'Ridiculous'
By Mark Maske | October 10, 2008; 01:02 PM ET | Comments (0)
J. Jones Says Scuffle Was Brief
No Team Discipline For A. Jones
By Mark Maske | October 9, 2008; 10:45 PM ET | Comments (0)
A. Jones Practices
Goodell 'Disappointed'
By Mark Maske | October 9, 2008; 03:00 PM ET | Comments (2)
NFL Gathering Info
No Discipline by Cowboys
By Mark Maske | October 9, 2008; 02:11 PM ET | Comments (15)
League Not Commenting on Incident
But Goodell on Radio This Afternoon
By Mark Maske | October 9, 2008; 11:47 AM ET | Comments (0)
Further Punishment For A. Jones?
League or Cowboys Could Act
By Mark Maske | October 9, 2008; 10:31 AM ET | Comments (2)
J. Harrison to Appeal Fine
$20K For Criticizing Officiating
By Mark Maske | October 9, 2008; 09:57 AM ET | Comments (0)
Discipline Possible For M. Jones
Case Reviewed Under Substance Abuse Policy
By Mark Maske | October 9, 2008; 09:50 AM ET | Comments (0)
Gruden Not Expecting Trades
Deadline Comes Tuesday
By Mark Maske | October 9, 2008; 12:02 AM ET | Comments (0)
Indictment in D. Williams Slaying
CB Killed on New Year's 2007
By Mark Maske | October 8, 2008; 08:11 PM ET | Comments (0)
A. Jones Reportedly in Scuffle
With Own Bodyguard at Hotel
By Mark Maske | October 8, 2008; 08:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
E. Smith's Appeal Rejected
1-Game Suspension Upheld
By Mark Maske | October 8, 2008; 09:53 AM ET | Comments (0)
J. Harrison Fined
Reportedly $20K For Comments
By Mark Maske | October 7, 2008; 10:21 PM ET | Comments (0)
No Resolution Yet in Davis Case
No Resolution Yet
By Mark Maske | October 7, 2008; 04:37 PM ET | Comments (0)
Bengals LB Suspended
D. Blackstock Out 4 Games
By Mark Maske | October 7, 2008; 03:01 PM ET | Comments (0)
E. Smith Appealing Suspension
Jets Expect Ruling Soon
By Mark Maske | October 6, 2008; 02:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
Peppers Fined $10K
Hochuli Call Supported
By Mark Maske | October 3, 2008; 05:33 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Lawyer Asks For Mediator For Debts
Request Made to Bankruptcy Judge
By Mark Maske | October 3, 2008; 02:53 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Names New VP
Miller to Oversee Capitol Hill Dealings
By Mark Maske | October 1, 2008; 02:42 PM ET | Comments (0)
Season of Impatience
Two Coaches, One Team Prez Already Fired
By Mark Maske | October 1, 2008; 11:00 AM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Reportedly Investigating Burress
For Possible Conduct Policy Violation
By Mark Maske | September 30, 2008; 09:31 AM ET | Comments (17)
C. Henry Cleared to Practice
Suspension Over
By Mark Maske | September 29, 2008; 11:46 PM ET | Comments (0)
Jets Safety Suspended One Game
Also Fined $50K For Boldin Hit
By Mark Maske | September 29, 2008; 07:39 PM ET | Comments (7)
Burress Settlement Virtually Done
WR to Lose Less Pay
By Mark Maske | September 29, 2008; 06:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
NFL Lands Springsteen
For Super Bowl Halftime Show
By Mark Maske | September 29, 2008; 10:51 AM ET | Comments (0)
J. Jones Reportedly Fined
$25K For Hochuli Comments
By Mark Maske | September 28, 2008; 02:58 PM ET | Comments (0)
S. Payton Reportedly Fined
$15K For Criticizing Officiating
By Mark Maske | September 27, 2008; 05:12 PM ET | Comments (0)
Fines For Bucs-Bears OT Scuffle
$5K Each For Tillman, Trueblood
By Mark Maske | September 26, 2008; 07:44 PM ET | Comments (0)
Burress Settlement Close
Negotiations Ongoing
By Mark Maske | September 26, 2008; 07:28 PM ET | Comments (0)
Burress Settlement Possible
Hearing to be Scheduled if No Compromise
By Mark Maske | September 26, 2008; 01:23 PM ET | Comments (1)
No Burress Hearing Scheduled Yet
Settlement Possible
By Mark Maske | September 25, 2008; 10:24 PM ET | Comments (0)
Saints Guard Suspended
Nesbit Said to Violate Steroid Policy
By Mark Maske | September 23, 2008; 04:52 PM ET | Comments (0)
Six Unbeaten By Night's End
Seven Still Winless
By Mark Maske | September 21, 2008; 08:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
Another Fine for N. Barnett
$7,500 For Hit on Kitna
By Mark Maske | September 19, 2008; 11:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
Mack's Appeal Denied
Suspension Upheld
By Mark Maske | September 19, 2008; 01:46 PM ET | Comments (0)
Mack Awaits Word on Appeal
Rookie CB Practices
By Mark Maske | September 19, 2008; 09:58 AM ET | Comments (0)
Farrior Fined For Gesture
LB Gets $7,500 Penalty
By Mark Maske | September 18, 2008; 07:06 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell Memo Stresses On-Field Safety
Warns Players of Severe Penalties
By Mark Maske | September 18, 2008; 12:34 PM ET | Comments (10)
Bucs CB Suspended One Game
For Hit on M. Ryan Sunday
By Mark Maske | September 16, 2008; 10:23 PM ET | Comments (0)
Turner Says Chargers Must Move On
Hochuli's Grade to Reflect Blown Call
By Mark Maske | September 15, 2008; 10:27 PM ET | Comments (0)
Controversial Rule Might Be Changed
Competition Committee to Study It
By Mark Maske | September 15, 2008; 04:02 PM ET | Comments (2)
Thoughts on Early Games
Colts Fortunate, Etc.
By Mark Maske | September 14, 2008; 05:00 PM ET | Comments (0)
The Billion Dollar Club
Forbes's Average Team Value at $1.04 B
By Mark Maske | September 11, 2008; 12:22 PM ET | Comments (0)
WR Must Pay For Name Change on Jersey
From Johnson to Ocho Cinco
By Mark Maske | September 10, 2008; 10:44 AM ET | Comments (0)
R. Anderson Won't Be Candidate For Top Union Job
League VP Not Interested
By Mark Maske | September 9, 2008; 09:15 PM ET | Comments (0)












