5:51 PM ET ASHBURN, Va. — Washington Redskins tackle Trent Williams failed his physical Wednesday, casting more doubt on his immediate playing future. Williams, who ended his holdout Tuesday, did not pass his physical because there was discomfort when he put on his helmet. Williams underwent surgery to remove a growth on his head in
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5:43 PM ET FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — New York Jets safety Jamal Adams doubled down on his Twitter attack on general manager Joe Douglas, saying Wednesday he’s still fuming that Douglas dangled him in trade talks. Adams said he’s so miffed that he declined Douglas’ offer to discuss the matter, adding he needs time to
4:09 PM ET CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers sack leader Mario Addison missed Wednesday’s practice to deal with the alleged murder of his 27-year-old brother, who was shot and killed on Sunday night in Birmingham, Alabama. There is no exact timetable for Addison’s return from Birmingham, but team officials are optimistic the 32-year-old outside linebacker
3:39 PM ET Brady HendersonESPN RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks have placed starting safety Tedric Thompson on injured reserve and signed veteran linebacker Dekoda Watson to fill his spot on their 53-man roster. The team announced those moves Wednesday and also designated veteran tight end Ed Dickson for return off IR, allowing him to
2:38 PM ET BEREA, Ohio — Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield got into a testy exchange with a reporter Wednesday before abruptly walking out of his media availability. Mayfield was being asked if the Browns had lacked urgency on a possession at the end of the first half during Sunday’s 27-13 loss at New England.
2:25 PM ET HOUSTON — Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson will not take part in festivities before Game 7 of the World Series in Houston in order to rest his injured eye. Watson was scheduled to yell “Play ball!” before the matchup between the Astros and Nationals on Wednesday night, but he was kicked in the
1:40 PM ET Drug charges against Pittsburgh Steelers running back Benny Snell stemming from an August traffic stop have been dismissed, the Harrison County (Ohio) Prosecutor’s Office confirmed. Though he no longer faces a misdemeanor marijuana possession charge, Snell could still be disciplined by the NFL because any illegal drug use is in violation of
1:40 PM ET OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The Baltimore Ravens are going into Sunday night’s showdown against the unbeaten New England Patriots with plenty of confidence, which comes from having one of the best playmaking quarterbacks on their side. “We’ll see how good they are once we play them,” Baltimore tight end Nick Boyle said.
1:15 PM ET All charges against Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Anthony Chickillo and his girlfriend Alysha Newman stemming from a domestic dispute in Fayette County, Pennsylvania, earlier this month have been withdrawn, the Fayette County District Attorney’s Office confirmed. Chickillo, 26, was charged with simple assault, criminal mischief and harassment after police were called to Nemacolin
12:50 PM ET CINCINNATI — Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green was very clear about what he’s looking for in his next contract. And it’s not a one-year franchise tag. “I’m not into a one-year,” Green said on Wednesday. “Give me a long-term (contract) or just let me go.” The 32-year-old Pro Bowler who has not