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Friday’s Sports in Brief
MOSCOW (AP) No one will face criminal charges over the worst doping scandal in Russia’s history, the country’s sports minister said.
Report: Bengals extend Marvin Lewis’ contract through 2017
Lewis has been with Cincinnati since 2003 but is 0-7 in the playoffs.
Russell Wilson wants to sell you football-shaped bread
Russell.
Packers CB Demetri Goodson suspended for 4 games
Green Bay Packers cornerback Demetri Goodson was suspended for a performance-enhancing substance violation.
NFL suspends Packers CB Demetri Goodson for 4 games
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) The NFL has suspended Green Bay Packers cornerback Demetri Goodson for the first four games of the season without pay for violating the league’s policy on performing enhancing substances.
‘Caucasians’ shirt sales jump after ESPN’s Jones appearance
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) Sales of `Caucasians’ shirts, depicting the Cleveland Indians’ team mascot as a caricature of a white person, skyrocketed one day after ESPN’s Bomani Jones wore one on a show, the shirt’s creator said Friday.
Percy Harvin unlikely to return to NFL in 2016
It appears as though Harvin has changed his mind.
DeAngelo Williams is the best NFL player on Twitter this offseason
Pittsburgh Steelers running back DeAngelo Williams was back on Twitter Friday, and while he might create some controversy thanks to what he says on his Twitter account, the NFL star’s honesty and accessibility should make him a fan favorite when it comes to must-follows on the social media platform.
NFL suspends Jaguars cornerback Aaron Colvin four games
Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Aaron Colvin has been suspended for the first four games of the 2016 season for violating the NFL’s policy on performance enhancing substances.
The NFL is selling tank top jerseys now
These are … interesting.
Jury: Woman did not prove she was punched by Jets’ Marshall
NEW YORK (AP) A jury in a civil trial Friday found that a California woman failed to prove she was punched by New York Jets receiver Brandon Marshall outside a Manhattan nightclub four years ago.
Falcons CB Jalen Collins suspended 4 games for PED violation
ATLANTA (AP) Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jalen Collins has been suspended without pay for the first four games of the 2016 season for violating the NFL policy on performance enhancing substances.
John Kasich wants to make the day after the Super Bowl a national holiday
Republican presidential candidate John Kasich proposed a new idea in a recent interview: make the Monday after the Super Bowl a national holiday.
Jaguars cornerback Aaron Colvin suspended 4 games for PEDs
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Aaron Colvin has been suspended for the first four games of the 2016 season for violating the NFL’s policy on performance enhancing substances.
Packers release LB Palmer
The Green Bay Packers have released former Illinois State linebacker and sixth-round draft pick Nate Palmer.
Jury finds Jets’ Brandon Marshall not liable of assault in civil case
A California woman did not prove she was punched by the New York Jets receiver outside a Manhattan nightclub four years ago.
Cardinals to play preseason home games vs. Raiders, Broncos
The Arizona Cardinals will open their preseason schedule at home against the Oakland Raiders and will also play the Super Bowl champion Denver Broncos at home in the final week of the preseason schedule.
Jury: Woman did not prove she was punched by NFL player
NEW YORK (AP) The jury at a civil trial has decided that a California woman did not prove she was punched by New York Jets receiver Brandon Marshall outside a Manhattan nightclub four years ago.
Police investigate rape allegation against ex-Baylor player
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) Texas authorities are investigating allegations by a woman who says she was sexually assaulted by former Baylor defensive end Shawn Oakman.
Jets left tackle D’Brickashaw Ferguson plans to retire
The Jets now have some cap room but also have a hole on the O-line
Bill Belichick finally called Tom Brady the GOAT
There’s nothing left for Tom Brady to do now.
AP source: Jets left tackle D’Brickashaw Ferguson to retire
NEW YORK (AP) A person familiar with the decision says New York Jets left tackle D’Brickashaw Ferguson is retiring after 10 NFL seasons during which he never missed a snap because of injury.
One Lions teammate thought Calvin Johnson’s retirement was a joke
Yes, Megatron really is done at age 30
Reports: Former Baylor DE Shawn Oakman being investigated for sexual assault
A female student claims the incident happened early Sunday morning.
Thursday’s Sports In Brief
MASTERS
Bills LB Tarpley cites 2 concussions as reason to retire
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) Buffalo Bills linebacker A.J. Tarpley is retiring from football after just one season rather than risk suffering another concussion.
Michael Irvin invents new underwear brand – ‘TMZ Sports’
We were talking with Michael Irvin about celebrity underwear endorsements (Justin Bieber, Tom Brady, etc.) when he came up with the perfect name for his own venture.
Ex-Colt Jonathan Newsome dabs after getting marijuana charge dropped
Ex-Colt Jonathan Newsome dabs after getting marijuana charge dropped
Texans re-sign free-agent safety Demps
He was third on the team with 61 tackles last season in his return to the Texans.
Greatest undrafted players in NFL history
Not every NFL legend was picked up in the draft. Will anyone be overlooked this year like these 10 great players?
Dolphins stadium reportedly undergoes its 7th name change in 29 years
Dolphins stadium reportedly undergoes its 7th name change in 29 years
Rams on national TV vs. Cowboys in preseason opener
NEW YORK (AP) The Rams’ on-field return to Los Angeles begins with a preseason game against Dallas. On national television.
Patriots sign defensive lineman Markus Kuhn
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) The New England Patriots signed unrestricted free-agent defensive lineman Markus Kuhn on Thursday. Terms of the deal weren’t disclosed.
Details of Aldon Smith’s contract with Raiders reportedly revealed
Details of Aldon Smith’s contract with Raiders reportedly revealed
Texans re-sign free-agent safety Demps
HOUSTON (AP) The Houston Texans have re-signed free-agent safety Quintin Demps.
Vikings’ preseason schedule announced
The Minnesota Vikings will open up U.S. Bank Stadium with a preseason game against the San Diego Chargers on August 28.
Greg Hardy reportedly ‘upset’ after hearing Raiders signed Aldon Smith
Greg Hardy reportedly ‘upset’ after hearing Raiders signed Aldon Smith
Gary Kubiak dodges Colin Kaepernick question at Boy Scout breakfast meeting
Broncos head coach sidesteps tough question in front of young scouts.
Patriots S Nate Ebner called up to US Rugby Sevens squad
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) New England Patriots safety Nate Ebner has been called up to the U.S. Rugby Sevens for a tournament in Hong Kong as he tries to make the team that will play in the Rio Olympics.
Buffalo Bills sign free-agent center Fernando Velasco
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) The Buffalo Bills have signed free agent center Fernando Velasco to add experienced depth to their offensive line.
Most awkward and memorable NFL Draft moments
The NFL Draft is never perfect or goes according to planned. Here are 10 of the most unforgettable moments in the history of the draft.
Champion Broncos open preseason vs Bears
NEW YORK (AP) The Super Bowl champion Denver Broncos will open the preseason at the Chicago Bears.
Brandon Marshall on trial: I feared for my life outside NY club
Marshall testified at a civil trial on Thursday.
Broncos reportedly have reached out to Bills about QB Tyrod Taylor
Broncos reportedly have reached out to Bills about QB Tyrod Taylor
Watch Chiefs LB Justin Houston shame his 12-month recovery timeline
Watch Chiefs LB Justin Houston shame his 12-month recovery timeline
Former Wayzata star Tarpley to retire from NFL at 23
Buffalo Bills linebacker and former Wayzata High School star A.J. Tarpley is retiring after one season to preserve his health.
Odell Beckham Jr.’s cousin put up scary pro day numbers
Terron Beckham proved he has the athletic ability to make it in the NFL.
Former Ohio State DB Tyvis Powell dishes on Buckeyes mates
Ohio State defensive back Tyvis Powell is one of about a dozen Buckeyes likely to turn the NFL draft on April 28-30 into an infomercial for Urban Meyer’s program.
Rams TE Cory Harkey wins truck in Lakers halftime contest
LOS ANGELES (AP) Rams tight end Cory Harkey is already a big winner in his team’s new town.
Jets receiver on trial: I feared for my life outside NY club
NEW YORK (AP) New York Jets receiver Brandon Marshall says he feared for his life while fleeing a Manhattan nightclub after fights broke out four years ago.
Bills LB Tarpley cites 2 concussions as reason to retire
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) Buffalo Bills linebacker A.J. Tarpley cites two concussions he sustained last year as the reason he has elected to retire from football after just one season.
Mark Sanchez is confident he will be the Broncos’ starting QB
Mark Sanchez is confident he will be the Broncos’ starting QB
Tom Brady uses this brutal ’90s alt rock remix to ‘get in the zone’
Tom Brady showed off his unique taste in pump-up music in his latest Facebook video. Hopefully the New England Patriots QB lets someone else make the locker room playlists.
Los Angeles Rams tight end wins a truck at Lakers-Clippers halftime
Cory Harkey is mostly a blocker at his day job with the Los Angeles Rams, but he showed he has some serious hoops skills at halftime of the Lakers-Clippers game — and took home a truck for his efforts.
Colin Kaepernick’s 49ers teammates claim he isn’t a distraction — yet
Colin Kaepernick’s 49ers teammates claim he isn’t a distraction — yet
Kubiak: Broncos will draft a quarterback
DENVER (AP) Coach Gary Kubiak says that while the Colin Kaepernick stalemate drags on, the Denver Broncos are preparing to select a quarterback in the upcoming draft.
NFLPA president Eric Winston ‘offended’ by owners’ brain trauma comments
Recent comments by a couple of NFL owners downplaying the significance of brain injuries to football players don’t sit well with NFLPA president Eric Winston.
Report: Raiders agree to 2-year deal with S Reggie Nelson
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) The Oakland Raiders have agreed to a two-year contract with free-agent safety Reggie Nelson.
Wednesday’s Sports In Brief
BASEBALL
Greg Hardy or Johnny Manziel? Ep. 31: The Garbage Time Podcast
Katie Nolan talks about Garbage Time’s Emmy nominations (1:50 mark) and makes some tough choices in this week’s Pick Your Poison (4:35). Also check out: Bryce Harper’s “Make Baseball Fun Again” hat (5:30); What makes “Sad MJ” sadder? (13:45); and who is less likely to sign with an NFL Team: Johnny Manziel or Greg Hardy (20:30).
RG III has mic-drop moment at Browns introduction
RG III keeps it simple as he ends his press conference
Ex-NFL player offered to take blame for Brandon Marshall alleged punch
Ex-NFL player offered to take blame for Brandon Marshall alleged punch
A.J. Tarpley, 23, retiring from NFL because of concussions
“I am walking away from the game I love to preserve my future health,” Tarpley declared.
Jets reportedly ask Ferguson for big pay cut to sign Ryan Fitzpatrick
Jets reportedly ask Ferguson for big pay cut to sign Ryan Fitzpatrick
AP source: Jets to sign former Raiders WR-KR Jeremy Ross
NEW YORK (AP) A person familiar with the deal says the New York Jets will sign former Oakland Raiders wide receiver-kick returner Jeremy Ross, pending a physical.
Rob Gronkowski as a … motorcycle cop? Yup
See the Patriots star tight end like you’ve never seen him before.
Marvin Lewis’ time with the Bengals reportedly could be running out
Marvin Lewis’ time with the Bengals reportedly could be running out
Blake Bortles seriously thinks the Jags have best wideout duo in NFL
Blake Bortles seriously thinks the Jags have best wideout duo in NFL
DeAngelo Williams, Vontaze Burfict go claws-out in Twitter fight
DeAngelo Williams, Vontaze Burfict spar in claws-out Twitter fight
AP source: Raiders agree to 2-year deal with S Reggie Nelson
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) The Oakland Raiders have agreed to a two-year contract with free-agent safety Reggie Nelson.
Peyton Manning coming to Bristol has Dale Earnhardt Jr. pumped up
Peyton Manning will join Dale Earnhardt Jr. for Food City 500 pre-race festivities at Bristol Motor Speedway.
RG3 has perfect response for question about not playing in 2015
The Browns introduced Robert Griffin Wednesday.
Broncos lure Texans D-end Jared Crick to Denver
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) Free agent defensive end Jared Crick has agreed to a two-year deal with the Denver Broncos, where he could be Malik Jackson’s primary replacement.
Greg Jennings isn’t messing around in his attempt to return to Vikings
Greg Jennings isn’t messing around in his attempt to return to Vikings
RG3 with Browns: ‘I have a massive chip on my shoulder’
BEREA, Ohio (AP) Robert Griffin III says that while a few players decided to leave the Browns this offseason, the former Washington quarterback picked Cleveland as his new football home.
RG3 has perfect response for question about not playing in 2015
Robert Griffin III was asked about not playing last year during his introductory press conference in Cleveland.
NY Jets receiver testifies at civil assault trial
NEW YORK (AP) A New York Jets receiver has testified at his civil assault trial that fights inside a Manhattan nightclub annoyed him even before his wife was struck in the face by a bottle.
Clippers top Lakers in Kobe’s final game as a visitor
Chris Paul scored 25 points and the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Lakers 103-81 on Tuesday night, beating their co-tenants for the 10th straight time in Bryant’s last game as a visitor in his home arena.
You can win a round of mini-golf with Gronk by making Masters picks
All you have to do is beat 9,999 other people!
Vikings ordered to attend settlement conference over Wells Fargo signs
The Minnesota Vikings have been ordered to attend a settlement conference with Wells Fargo after suing the bank over signs that they say “photo bomb” U.S. Bank Stadium.
How the NFL is fighting back at the media with this new Twitter deal
Gaining influence over the internet’s biggest influencer is a huge move for Roger Goodell.
Wisconsin’s Walker compares himself to Packers greats
MADISON, Wis. (AP) Gov. Scott Walker is feeling so good about the role he played in Ted Cruz’s victory in Wisconsin that he’s comparing himself to two of the greatest quarterbacks in Green Bay Packers’ history.
Vikings, Wells Fargo ordered to settlement conference
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) A federal magistrate has ordered the Minnesota Vikings and Wells Fargo to attend a settlement conference later this month and try to resolve their dispute over signage near the new stadium in Minneapolis.
Brandon Marshall receives humanitarian award after day in court on assault case
It was a mixed day for the veteran wide receiver
Chuck Pagano says Andrew Luck needs to stop playing like a linebacker
The Colts can’t afford another injury-plagued season from Andrew Luck.
Report: Colin Kaepernick willing to take pay cut with Broncos in 2016 but not 2017
Report: Colin Kaepernick willing to take pay cut with Broncos in 2016 but not 2017
J.J. Watt hints he might not play in the NFL much longer
“I know that I don’t plan on playing as long as I possibly can.”
Skinny Eddie Lacy is now playing basketball with Dane Cook
Lacy is getting slimmer by the day.
Patriots’ fans sue NFL over team’s Deflategate punishment
BOSTON (AP) A group of New England Patriots fans has sued the NFL in an effort to recover the first-round draft pick that was taken from the team as punishment for the Deflategate scandal.
J.J. Watt’s popularity in Houston has reached the baseball jersey level
Rightfully so
Tuesday’s Sports in Brief
HOUSTON (AP) The NCAA championship has posted a record-low TV rating.
Johnny Manziel admires Justin Bieber’s dreadlocks – ‘TMZ Sports’
Johnny Manziel is not even talking about his NFL future anymore. Instead he’s moved on to more heady topics.
Ice Cube joins Jay and Dan to talk Rams, Raiders, Lakers and more.
Ice Cube joins Fox Sports Live to talk the Rams move to L.A., the Raiders, Chargers staying in San Diego and his new movie Barbershop: The Next Cut
Dansby: Browns cutting Whitner late in free agency ‘wasn’t cool’
Greg Hardy is trying to sell you a lie
And it might just work.
James Harrison reportedly will return to the Steelers next season
James Harrison reportedly will return to the Steelers next season
Cowboys re-sign pass rusher Jack Crawford after best season
IRVING, Texas (AP) The Dallas Cowboys have re-signed defensive end Jack Crawford after the best season of his four-year career.
Aaron Rodgers fires back at presidential candidate John Kasich
Aaron Rodgers fires back at presidential candidate John Kasich
Russell Wilson discovers he’s descended from English royalty
A historian told the Seattle Seahawks quarterback that he has royal roots.
Broncos backup tackle Tyler Polumbus retires
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) Tyler Polumbus is retiring on top. The veteran of eight NFL seasons announced his retirement in a Facebook post Tuesday.
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