Nation Feb 09 Seahawks ride their 'Dark Side' defense to Super Bowl title, hammering the Patriots 29-13 By Rob Maaddi, Associated Press
Nation Feb 08 How aggressive free agency spending led the Patriots and Seahawks to the Super Bowl Two of the most aggressive teams during the free agency period last offseason ended up in the Super Bowl, with the big-spending New England Patriots taking on the Seattle Seahawks. By Josh Dubow, Associated Press
Nation Feb 06 Sonny Jurgensen, the strong-arm QB whose personality made him a beloved football figure, dies at 91 Sonny Jurgensen, the Hall of Fame quarterback whose strong arm, keen wit and affable personality made him one of the most beloved figures in Washington football history, has died. He was 91. By Barry Wilner, Stephen Whyno, Associated Press
Nation Feb 05 AI, weight-loss drugs and celebrities galore. Here's what to expect from this year's Super Bowl commercials Each year Super Bowl ads offer a snapshot of the American mood — as well as which industries are flush with cash. By Mae Anderson, Associated Press
Nation Jan 13 Mike Tomlin steps down after 19 seasons as Steelers head coach The longest tenured head coach in major American professional sports stepped down Tuesday after yet another quick playoff exit. By Will Graves, Associated Press
Dec 15 Chargers eliminate Chiefs from playoff contention, first time they'll miss postseason since 2014 By Dave Skretta, Associated Press The Chiefs (6-8) already are guaranteed to be watching the playoffs on TV for the first time since 2014. Continue reading
Nov 06 Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland found dead at 24 By Schuyler Dixon, Juan A. Lozano, Associated Press Police in a Dallas suburb say 24-year-old Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland was found dead of an apparent suicide after evading authorities in his vehicle and fleeing the scene of an accident on foot. Continue reading
Oct 26 Retired Jets center Nick Mangold dies at 41, less than 2 weeks after saying he had kidney disease By Dennis Waszak Jr., Associated Press Former New York Jets center Nick Mangold, one of the franchise’s most popular and decorated players who helped lead the team to the AFC championship game twice, has died, the team announced Sunday. Continue reading
Aug 15 NCAA fines Michigan millions, suspends Moore 3 games over sign-stealing scandal By Larry Lage, Maura Carey, Associated Press The NCAA found overwhelming evidence of a cover-up by Wolverines staff. They considered a multiyear postseason ban but decided against it to avoid penalizing current athletes. Continue reading
May 05 WATCH: Washington to host 2027 NFL draft on the National Mall By Stephen Whyno, Associated Press The NFL draft is coming to Washington in 2027. The plan is to hold the event on the National Mall with the Washington Monument, U.S. Capitol and other landmarks part of the backdrop. Continue reading