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Saints’ Graham Not Bothered By Lack Of Extension
Graham, who grew up poor and was abandoned by his parents, says he's just happy to be playing football and ready to give the Saints all he's got heading into the final season of his rookie contract.
Eagles Leading Receiver Jeremy Maclin Possibly Out For Season
Maclin went down at the end of a non-contact drill Saturday in the team's second full practice under new coach Chip Kelly and appeared in pain while on the ground for several minutes.
Newton Says Focus On Winning, Not Big Contract
On seeing Ryan's five-year, $103.75 million extension, Newton shrugged saying "I didn't think anything. Good for him."
Jets’ Mark Sanchez Latest Battle For Starting QB Spot
Sanchez says he's "optimistic" and isn't thinking about not winning the job.
US Sprinter Tyson Gay Failed Drug Test Following Wins In June
Three people familiar with the case told the AP that Gay had multiple positives this year. One of those people said one positive came at nationals and the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency has notified him of that result.
Brees Says He Needs To Improve His Completion Rate
Drew Brees accepts the notion that he's trying to bounce back from an off year — at least by his own lofty standards.
Aaron Rodgers Says He Was ‘Lied To’ By Braun
Rodgers defended Braun on Twitter last year, saying he would bet his salary that his friend was clean.
Ex-pro Wrestler Arrested In Fatal Stabbing
Authorities in Florida say he faces murder charges in the stabbing death of a woman at a Tampa apartment complex.
Photos Show Hernandez Apparently Holding Gun
The photos taken from Hernandez's home surveillance system are contained in more than 100 pages of court records released Thursday.
Spike Lee, Mike Tyson Team To Bring Boxer’s Stage Show To TV
During the Television Critics Association's summer meeting Thursday, Tyson said walking on stage to perform a live show is similar to going into the ring.
Saints’ Payton Is Even Ready To Call Plays Again
Payton, speaking Thursday evening after players reported for camp, says offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael was "outstanding" in the play-calling role he assumed in the sixth game of the 2011 season, when Payton broke his leg.
Source: Yanks Plan A-Rod Discipline
Rodriguez, who has been sidelined since hip surgery in January, issued a statement earlier in the day saying he wanted to be activated for Friday's home stand opener against Tampa Bay.
Te’o Accepts Life As A Rookie With Chargers
He's trying to block out extraneous matters, from fans' expectations to hearing jokes about the fake girlfriend hoax that was revealed in January.
Former World Champion Boxer Emile Griffith Has Died
The International Boxing Hall of Fame says former world champion Emile Griffith has died. He was 75.
Many Ask ‘Who’s Next?’ After Ryan Braun Accepts 65-Game Drug Suspension
Who's next? That's the question being asked after Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun accepted a 65-game suspension for unspecified "violations" of baseball's drug program and labor contract Monday.
Suit Alleges That Puig Lied About Smuggling Plan
A lawsuit seeking $12 million from Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig says he and his mother lied to Cuban authorities about a plan to smuggle the player out of the country.
Breaking News: 2011 NL MVP Ryan Braun Suspended For Season
MLB suspends 2011 NL MVP Ryan Braun of the Brewers for the rest of the season
49ers Confirm Eric Wright Fails Physical
San Francisco coach Jim Harbaugh declined to say specifically what portion of the physical Wright failed. His rights now revert back to Tampa Bay.
Wade, Ex-Wife Reach Financial Settlement
Attorney James Pritikin says Wade "provided a very generous settlement" to ex-wife Siohvaughn Funches. Wade filed for divorce in 2007, and it was granted in 2010.
Despite Injury, Walker To Be Part of Tulane Season
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Devon Walker, the Tulane safety paralyzed when his spine was fractured in a game last September, will be part of Tulane's season this year.