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Raiders release Jimmy Garoppolo and Hunter Renfrow in cost-cutting moves
Read full article: Raiders release Jimmy Garoppolo and Hunter Renfrow in cost-cutting movesThe Las Vegas Raiders kicked off the start of the new league year by releasing quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and receiver Hunter Renfrow to give the new regime more room to operate under the salary cap.
NFL suspends Raiders backup QB Jimmy Garoppolo for violating PEDs policy
Read full article: NFL suspends Raiders backup QB Jimmy Garoppolo for violating PEDs policyLas Vegas Raiders backup quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has been suspended by the NFL for the first two games of next season for violating the performance-enhancing drugs policy of the league and NFL Players Association.
The Patriots don't just need a new coach. They need a quarterback and talent to put around him
Read full article: The Patriots don't just need a new coach. They need a quarterback and talent to put around himNew England Patriots owner Robert Kraft needs to find himself a new coach for the first time in almost a quarter century.
Chargers fire coach Brandon Staley, general manager Tom Telesco in midst of disappointing season
Read full article: Chargers fire coach Brandon Staley, general manager Tom Telesco in midst of disappointing seasonCoach Brandon Staley and general manager Tom Telesco have been fired by the Los Angeles Chargers after one of the worst losses in franchise history.
NFL continues to make incremental, widespread progress in diversity hiring, report says
Read full article: NFL continues to make incremental, widespread progress in diversity hiring, report saysThe National Football League continues to make incremental, widespread progress in its diversity hiring practices, according to an annual report.
Vikings, Raiders show that midseason misadventures needn't result in giving up on the 2023 season
Read full article: Vikings, Raiders show that midseason misadventures needn't result in giving up on the 2023 seasonThe Minnesota Vikings and Las Vegas Raiders didn't waste any time getting their first wins after a tumultuous midseason misadventure.
Raiders roll past Giants 30-6 to give Antonio Pierce a win in his debut as interim coach
Read full article: Raiders roll past Giants 30-6 to give Antonio Pierce a win in his debut as interim coachJosh Jacobs rushed for 98 yards and two touchdowns, rookie Aidan O’Connell passed for 209 yards and Antonio Pierce won his debut as Las Vegas' interim coach as the Raiders routed the New York Giants 30-6.
Bill Belichick heads a list of NFL coaches on the hot seat that includes Brandon Staley, Ron Rivera
Read full article: Bill Belichick heads a list of NFL coaches on the hot seat that includes Brandon Staley, Ron RiveraJosh McDaniels couldn’t make it past the midpoint of the season before the Las Vegas Raiders decided to make a change.
Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo won't play at Chicago, AP source says
Read full article: Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo won't play at Chicago, AP source saysRaiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo will not play Sunday because of a back injury when Las Vegas visits the Chicago Bears, a person with knowledge of the situation said.
Garoppolo won't play against Chargers, leaving Raiders starting QB a mystery
Read full article: Garoppolo won't play against Chargers, leaving Raiders starting QB a mysteryLas Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo was ruled out of Sunday’s game at the Los Angeles Chargers because of a concussion.
Sean Payton's Broncos fall apart in 'embarassing' 70-20 loss at Miami
Read full article: Sean Payton's Broncos fall apart in 'embarassing' 70-20 loss at MiamiBroncos coach Sean Payton called Sunday’s 70-20 loss to the Miami Dolphins embarrassing and something that will be tough to rewatch on tape for the players and coaches.
Patriots draw praise for their innovative play design on blocked field goal
Read full article: Patriots draw praise for their innovative play design on blocked field goalThe Patriots may be 0-2, but the day after their 24-17 loss to Miami, coach Bill Belichick and his staff were once again being praised around the NFL for their creativity.
Chandler Jones posts, then deletes that he doesn't want to play for Raiders coach and GM
Read full article: Chandler Jones posts, then deletes that he doesn't want to play for Raiders coach and GMLas Vegas Raiders defensive end Chandler Jones indicated in since-deleted social media posts on Tuesday that he no longer wanted to play for coach Josh McDaniels and general manager Dave Ziegler.
Josh Jacobs agrees to one-year deal worth up to $12 million with the Raiders, AP source says
Read full article: Josh Jacobs agrees to one-year deal worth up to $12 million with the Raiders, AP source saysLas Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs has agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $12 million, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
O'Connell efficient in leading Raiders to a 34-7 preseason win over 49ers
Read full article: O'Connell efficient in leading Raiders to a 34-7 preseason win over 49ersRaiders rookie quarterback Aidan O’Connell completed 15 of 18 passes for 141 yards and a touchdown and Las Vegas beat the San Francisco 49ers 34-7 on Sunday in the preseason opener for both teams.
Falcons-Panthers back at it less than 2 weeks after OT game
Read full article: Falcons-Panthers back at it less than 2 weeks after OT gameThe worst division in the NFL gets a prime-time matchup when the Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons meet for the second time in less than two weeks on Thursday night.
Raiders' Davante Adams charged for shoving photographer
Read full article: Raiders' Davante Adams charged for shoving photographerLas Vegas Raiders receiver Davante Adams has been charged with misdemeanor assault for shoving a photographer to the ground as he left the field following a loss at Kansas City.
Chiefs hold on for wild 30-29 victory over rival Raiders
Read full article: Chiefs hold on for wild 30-29 victory over rival RaidersPatrick Mahomes threw four touchdown passes to Travis Kelce, the Chiefs overcame an early 17-point deficit along with a dubious roughing-the-passer penalty, and Kansas City extended its mastery of the Las Vegas Raiders, holding on for a 30-29 victory.
Late FG gives Giants, Daboll 23-21 victory over Patriots
Read full article: Late FG gives Giants, Daboll 23-21 victory over PatriotsGraham Gano hit a 24-yard field goal as time expired, Daniel Jones was solid in limited work and the New York Giants beat the New England Patriots 23-21 on Thursday night to open the preseason.
Raiders give McDaniels happy homecoming, beat Jaguars 27-11
Read full article: Raiders give McDaniels happy homecoming, beat Jaguars 27-11Josh Jacobs and rookie Zamir White ran well on a rain-soaked field and the Raiders routed Jacksonville 27-11 in the Hall of Fame game Thursday night, spoiling coach Doug Pederson’s first game with the Jaguars.
Belichick says Jones will play role in molding new offense
Read full article: Belichick says Jones will play role in molding new offenseWhatever the Patriots offense looks like in the aftermath of former offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels’ departure, Bill Belichick says Mac Jones will have a role in molding it.
McDaniels mum on Kaepernick workout for Raiders
Read full article: McDaniels mum on Kaepernick workout for RaidersThe Las Vegas Raiders concluded organized team practices with all four quarterbacks on the roster participating but the buzz surrounding the franchise was about Colin Kaepernick, who has gotten a workout with the club.
AP sources: Colin Kaepernick to work out for Raiders
Read full article: AP sources: Colin Kaepernick to work out for RaidersColin Kaepernick is getting his first chance to work out for an NFL team since last playing in the league in 2016 when he started kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial inequality.
NFL executives want, expect more Black coaches to be hired
Read full article: NFL executives want, expect more Black coaches to be hiredThe NFL has taken several steps to improve diversity among leadership positions, yet Mike Tomlin is the only Black head coach after Brian Flores and David Culley were fired this week.
Unmasked: NFL fines coaches, teams for not covering faces
Read full article: Unmasked: NFL fines coaches, teams for not covering faces(AP Photo/Don Wright)NFL coaches thumbed their collective — and exposed — noses at the NFL’s mask mandate in Week 2. More coaches and clubs can expect similar punishments as the memo last week from Troy Vincent, who oversees the league’s football operations, was largely ignored throughout the weekend. Players, who, like the coaches, are subject to daily COVID-19 tests, are exempt from the face covering requirements. Some coaches such as Belichick, McDaniels and Steelers coach Mike Tomlin wore their masks or gaiters over their mouths but not noses. Others such as Carroll, Spagnuolo and Fangio wore their face coverings around their chins or necks, exposing both their mouths and noses.
Belichick: Playing multiple QBs an option this season
Read full article: Belichick: Playing multiple QBs an option this seasonBill Belichick said he's open to using a two-quarterback system this season, another example of how radically different the New England Patriots could look after Tom Brady's departure. The longtime coach acknowledged he was considering the possibility, and the Patriots later used all three of their QBs during a single scrimmage series. Hoyer has the most experience in the Patriots offense. Stidham has youth and potential, having beaten out Hoyer as a rookie last season to be Bradys No. Belichick said using multiple quarterbacks could lend itself to different formations.
Newton embracing new challenge, fresh start with Patriots
Read full article: Newton embracing new challenge, fresh start with PatriotsIn this still image from a Webex media availability hosted by the New England Patriots, quarterback Cam Newton responds to a question, Friday, Aug. 7, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (New England Patriots via AP)Cam Newton is the first to admit hes still getting used to his new life as a member of the New England Patriots. I think Im a person that is a self-motivator. Newton said that he has no limitations and is full go.For me, the seasons not here yet, Newton said. Ive only been kind of geared toward one particular team and in one particular city, Newton said.