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News Articles: NFL

In this drone image, a general view of Soldier Field with the Chicago skyline before a game between the New Orleans Saints and the Chicago Bears on November 01, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois.

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  • Opinion

Opinion: The Chicago Bears of Indiana

A storied football team may be moving out of Illinois. Will fans of the Chicago Bears stick with them when they become the Hammond Bears?

February 28, 2026
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  • Scott Simon
President Donald Trump speaks during an event with Environmental Protection Agency director Lee Zeldin to announce the EPA will no longer regulate greenhouse gases, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, in Washington.

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  • Politics

Trump pardons 5 former NFL players for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking

Those pardoned include ex-NFL players Joe Klecko, Nate Newton, Jamal Lewis, Travis Henry and the late Billy Cannon.

February 13, 2026
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  • The Associated Press
Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald walks the field during an NFL Super Bowl football practice on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, in San Jose, Calif., ahead of Super Bowl 60 between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

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  • Sports

Led by Georgia alum coach, Seahawks ride 'Dark Side' defense to Super Bowl win over Patriots 29-13

The Seattle Seahawks have won the franchise's second Super Bowl, and head coach Mike Macdonald’s ferocious defense unit was the driving force.

February 09, 2026
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  • Associated Press
John Biever poses with a camera in front of some memorabilia at his San Diego home.

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  • National

A photographer will achieve a milestone record at Super Bowl LX

When Super bowl 60 gets underway there will be one photographer on the sidelines who has snapped shots at every Super Bowl game. John Biever was 15 when he took photos at the first Super Bowl; he says this one will likely be his last.

February 04, 2026
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  • Greg Echlin
 FILE - New York Jets offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand answers questions from media at NFL minicamp football, June 11, 2025, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray, File)

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Falcons coach Stefanski adds former Jets offensive coordinator Engstrand as passing game coordinator

New Atlanta coach Kevin Stefanski has continued to build his staff by hiring Tanner Engstrand as the offensive passing game coordinator. The addition of Engstrand came one day after Stefanski hired Alex Van Pelt as quarterbacks coach.

February 02, 2026
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  • Associated Press
FILE - Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham poses for a photo April 28, 2022, in Lake Forest, Ill. (AP Photo, File)

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  • Sports

Falcons add final piece to new leadership team by hiring Ian Cunningham as general manager

The Atlanta Falcons have added the final piece to their new leadership team by hiring Ian Cunningham as general manager.

January 30, 2026
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  • Associated Press
Former Atlanta Falcons' quarterback Matt Ryan announces his retirement during a news conference Monday, April 22, 2024, in Flowery Branch, Ga.

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  • Sports

Former quarterback Matt Ryan to lead search for Falcons' new coach and GM as president of football

The Atlanta Falcons have named former longtime quarterback Matt Ryan to the team's newly created role of president of football.

January 12, 2026
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  • Associated Press
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws against the Washington Commanders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

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  • Sports

Falcons owner Blank reveals plan for management changes following the firings of Morris and Fontenot

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank has revealed in a letter to fans that Sunday night’s firings of coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot are not the only moves planned in an attempt to end the team’s streak of eight consecutive losing seasons.

January 07, 2026
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  • Peter Biello ,
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Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris walks off the field after an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

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  • Sports

Falcons fire coach Raheem Morris, GM Terry Fontenot hours after finishing 8-9 season

The Atlanta Falcons have fired coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot. The team announced the moves hours after completing its second straight 8-9 finish under Morris and eighth consecutive losing season. 

January 05, 2026
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  • Associated Press
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers throws against the Las Vegas Raiders during a game at Allegiant Stadium on Dec. 13, 2020 in Las Vegas. Rivers, now 44 years old, has signed a practice contract with the Colts in hopes of returning to the NFL for the first time since 2021.

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  • Sports

Philip Rivers' return to the NFL, by the numbers

Philip Rivers is coming out of retirement at age 44 for a shot at playing for the Indianapolis Colts, who are struggling to make the playoffs. He last played in the NFL in 2021.

December 10, 2025
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  • Bill Chappell
Announcer Bob Trumpy, circa 1981.

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  • Opinion

Opinion: Remembering Bob Trumpy — NFL great, broadcaster, and life-saver

Bob Trumpy has died. While he leaves a fine legacy as a Cincinnati sportscaster, his best moment might have been the two hours he spoke with a desperate and depressed woman who called into his show.

November 08, 2025
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  • Scott Simon
 Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

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  • Sports

Falcons ride Robinson's 170 rushing yards, including 81-yard TD, to 24-14 win over Allen and Bills

Bijan Robinson matched a career high with 170 rushing yards and the Atlanta Falcons denied Josh Allen’s comeback attempt to beat the Buffalo Bills 24-14.

October 14, 2025
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  • Associated Press
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws against the Washington Commanders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

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  • Sports

Atlanta Falcons face high-scoring Buffalo Bills in holiday matchup

The Atlanta Falcons have done a better job of moving the ball than scoring. They are facing a challenge to keep up with a Buffalo Bills offense led by quarterback Josh Allen, the reigning MVP. 

October 10, 2025
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  • Associated Press
Mark Sanchez walks on the field before an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Jacksonville Jaguars on Dec. 5, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif.

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  • National

Ex-NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez stabbed in altercation leading to charges against him

Ex-NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez was stabbed during an altercation with a truck driver in Indianapolis, which resulted in criminal charges against the Fox Sports analyst, according to court records.

October 06, 2025
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  • The Associated Press
The NFL season is here and the league has made its season kickoff a weekend-long event, with a season opener hosted by the Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles against the Dallas Cowboys Thursday night followed by three <em>more</em> primetime matchups on Friday, Sunday and Monday.

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  • Sports

The NFL is back. Here are 3 big questions as the season kicks off

Which second-year quarterbacks will take a leap forward? Does the Micah Parsons trade make Green Bay a contender? And will Buffalo or Baltimore finally keep the Kansas City Chiefs from the Super Bowl?

September 04, 2025
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  • Becky Sullivan
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