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• Locals aghast over radio skit making fun of Steve Gleason Play Video

  June 17, 2013 10:31 PM

  ATLANTA - Radio hosts were fired after making fun of former New Orleans Saint and ALS patient, Steve Gleason. ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, causes rapid deterioration of muscles and loss of speech and other functions. Gleason is wheelchair bound, talks with the help of a... more »

• Atlanta radio hosts fired for mocking former Saint

  June 17, 2013 5:54 PM

  ATLANTA - A station official says the cast of an Atlanta sports radio show has been fired after mocking a former New Orleans Saints player who has Lou Gehrig's disease. The show, Mayhem in the AM, was broadcast Monday morning on 790 The Zone. In a statement, General Manager Rick... more »

• AP source: MRI shows torn ACL for Butler

  June 12, 2013 10:21 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - A person familiar with the situation says an MRI indicates that New Orleans outside linebacker Victor Butler has a torn anterior cruciate ligament, but that it is too early to speculate on whether he will miss the whole season. The person, who spoke to The Associated Press... more »

• Tebow signs with Patriots

  June 11, 2013 9:40 AM

  FOXBOROUGH, Mass. - Tim Tebow is joining the New England Patriots. The high-profile quarterback, who spent one season mostly on the sidelines with the New York Jets, officially signed on Tuesday morning, as the Patriots opened up a three-day minicamp. The team made the announcement prior to coach Bill... more »

• Pats may take Tebow

  June 10, 2013 5:52 PM

  UNDATED - A person familiar with the situation says quarterback Tim Tebow is planning to join the New England Patriots at their minicamp on Tuesday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because no official announcement had been made. ESPN reported earlier Monday that Tebow will sign with the... more »

• Legendary NFL player passes away

  June 4, 2013 10:43 AM

  UNDATED - David "Deacon" Jones, one of the giants of the NFL in the 1960's, has died at the age of 74 from natural causes. The Hall of Fame defensive end is credited with coining the term "sack" for how he knocked down quarterbacks. His death was reported by the... more »

• NFL Draft moving to May

  May 28, 2013 3:22 PM

  NEW YORK - The NFL draft is moving to May next year. The league officially announced Tuesday that the 2014 edition will be held May 8-10 at Radio City Music Hall because of a scheduling conflict in April at the venue. The NFL has yet to decide on dates for... more »

• Saints head coach Sean Payton back in his element Play Video

  May 23, 2013 8:28 PM

  METAIRIE, La. - To say Saints head coach Sean Payton feels back at home would be an understatement. However, as the visor-donning head coach gets used to his surroundings at the Saints Practice Facility this Spring, he also has some howeork to do: learning about half of his players' names... more »

• Bears LB Urlacher announces retirement

  May 22, 2013 10:49 AM

  CHICAGO - Star linebacker Brian Urlacher says he's retiring after spending 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears. The eight-time Pro Bowler announced his retirement through social media accounts Wednesday. In a statement, he says "after spending a lot of time this spring thinking about my NFL future, I have... more »

• Falcons granted $200 million loan by NFL

  May 21, 2013 10:20 AM

  BOSTON - NFL owners have approved a $200 million loan for construction of a new stadium in Atlanta. The Falcons received the money Tuesday at the NFL's spring meetings. The multipurpose stadium could cost as much as $1 billion. Falcons owner Arthur Blank says the approval is an "important milestone... more »

• Ex-NFL WR Johnson arrested on probation violation

  May 20, 2013 10:31 AM

  FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson has been arrested on charges that he violated probation stemming from an altercation with his now ex-wife, TV reality star Evelyn Lozada. A Broward County judge ordered Johnson jailed Monday until he posts a $1,000 bond. Another hearing was set... more »

• Jags fans petition Obama to make team add Tebow

  May 6, 2013 8:38 PM

  JACKSONVILLE, Fl. - Dear Mr. President, please order the Jacksonville Jaguars to sign Tim Tebow. That was the gist of a petition started by some Jaguars fans Monday, hoping President Barack Obama makes their team bring the popular quarterback to Jacksonville for a happy homecoming. It received a few hundred... more »

• NFL reminds teams of anti-discrimination policy

  April 29, 2013 10:42 AM

  NEW YORK - The NFL has distributed a document to its teams reiterating its anti-discrimination policy on sexual orientation. A memo sent Monday by Commissioner Roger Goodell to ownership, front-office personnel and coaches says: "Please ensure that this document is made available to all players and staff." It includes a... more »

• Saints select OT Armstead with third-round pick

  April 26, 2013 9:03 PM

  METAIRIE- The New Orleans Saints have selected Terron Armstead, an offensive tackle out of Arkansas-Pine Bluff, with their third-round pick in the NFL draft. The 6-foot-5, 306-pound lineman, picked 75th overall, represents New Orleans' lone pick on Friday night. The Saints were docked their second-round selection as part of their... more »

• Falcons pick Southeastern Louisiana CB Alford

  April 26, 2013 9:01 PM

  FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga.- Cornerback Robert Alford of Southeastern Louisiana has been selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the second round of the NFL draft. The Falcons have taken cornerbacks with each of their first two picks. They traded up in the first round on Thursday night to make Washington cornerback... more »

• Eagles select LSU DT Bennie Logan in 3d round

  April 26, 2013 8:58 PM

  PHILADELPHIA- The Philadelphia Eagles have selected LSU defensive tackle Bennie Logan in the third round of the NFL draft. Logan, 6-foot-2 and 309 pounds, was chosen Friday night with the 67th overall pick. Logan had two sacks, forced two fumbles and made 45 tackles last year. The Eagles chose Stanford... more »

• LSU cornerback Tharold Simon arrested

  April 26, 2013 11:20 AM

  EUNICE - LSU cornerback and NFL draft prospect Tharold Simon was arrested in Eunice Thursday night for allegedly intimidating a police officer. According to police records, Tharold Simon's car was blocking Beulah Street when an officer asked him to move it. The report says Simon told the officer, "I... more »

• Browns select Mingo with sixth pick

  April 25, 2013 8:23 PM

  BEREA, Ohio - The Cleveland Browns have selected LSU linebacker Barkevious (bar-kee-vous) Mingo with the No. 6 overall pick in their first NFL draft under owner Jimmy Haslam. The 6-foot-4, 241-pound Mingo played defensive end in college, but will likely be used as an outside pass rusher by the Browns,... more »

• This year's draft heavy on size, light on glamour

  April 25, 2013 10:43 AM

  KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The NFL draft kicks off Thursday night at Radio City Music Hall in New York City with the Kansas City Chiefs holding the No. 1 pick for the first time in franchise history. The Chiefs are expected to select an offensive tackle, most likely Texas A&M's... more »

• Robert Alford suiting up for the NFL draft Play Video

  April 24, 2013 8:08 PM

  HAMMOND, La. - Former Southeastern Lion Robert Alford is heading to the NFL Draft, but he's not going to the league without looking good. The FBS cornerback is dressing for success with a little help from his favorite local tailor. Sports 2's Brian Holland followed him as Alford got... more »

• LSU ready for what could be record-setting NFL Draft

  April 24, 2013 12:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The next three days could be historical for the LSU football program as the Tigers may see as many as 14 former players selected in the NFL Draft, which starts on Thursday and runs through Saturday at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. The... more »

• NFL group, company teaming up for brain drug test

  April 24, 2013 10:45 AM

  NEW YORK - A potential treatment for traumatic brain injuries may be tested in retired professional football players, who are the focus of concern over blows to the head. Neuralstem, Inc., of Rockville, Md., said Wednesday it is working with the National Football League Alumni Association to study the feasibility... more »

• Saints enter draft needing pass rushers, LT

  April 23, 2013 10:32 AM

  METAIRIE - The New Orleans Saints learned during Sean Payton's bounty suspension last season that their offense is still among the NFL's best. For Payton, the key to getting New Orleans back to the post season is fixing its last-ranked defense. He's already begun to overhaul the unit with a... more »

• RG3 deal fueled Rams' rebuilding efforts

  April 22, 2013 10:05 AM

  ST. LOUIS - The pricey Robert Griffin III trade was worth it to the Washington Redskins. The St. Louis Rams consider themselves the real winners in the deal, and they're not done getting paid off. The Rams gave up the second overall pick in 2012 to move down just four... more »

• RB Chris Ivory signs 1-year deal with Saints

  April 19, 2013 3:53 PM

  METAIRIE - New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says restricted free agent running back Chris Ivory has signed his tender offer. The 6-foot, 222-pound Ivory joined the Saints as an undrafted free agent out of Tiffin (Ohio) in 2010 and has run the ball 256 times for 1,307 yards... more »

• Ravens to open season on the road

  April 19, 2013 9:51 AM

  NEW YORK - The Super Bowl champion Baltimore Ravens will open the 2013 season at Denver in the now-traditional Thursday night kickoff game. The NFL champs usually host the opener, but the Orioles are home Sept. 5 and could not move their game. So quarterback Joe Flacco and the Ravens... more »

• Saints host Atlanta to kick off 2013 season

  April 18, 2013 9:01 PM

  METAIRIE - The New Orleans Saints will open the NFL regular season at home against Atlanta, and their schedule includes four night games. The schedule, released by the league on Thursday night, features a Monday night home game against Miami on Sept. 30 and a Sunday night home game against... more »

• Mathieu responds to report he failed 10+ drug tests

  April 12, 2013 3:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Former LSU standout Tyrann Matiheu issued a response this afternoon to a report that he told an assistant NFL coach he'd failed more than ten drug tests before being kicked off the Tiger football team. Mathieu said the quote didn't accurately reflect the discussions he had... more »

• Report: Mathieu told NFL he'd failed 10+ drug tests

  April 12, 2013 12:51 PM

  PHOENIX, Ariz. - According to reports, former LSU star Tyrann Mathieu told an assistant NFL coach that he'd failed more than ten drug tests at LSU before he was kicked off the team. USA Today reported Mathieu told the unnamed coach he "stopped counting" once he got to ten... more »

• Ex-NFL player Hurd pleads guilty to drug charge

  April 11, 2013 8:16 PM

  DALLAS - Former NFL wide receiver Sam Hurd has pleaded guilty to a drug-possession charge that will likely result in a lengthy prison sentence. The 27-year-old Hurd pleaded guilty Thursday in Dallas federal court. He was charged with possession of cocaine and marijuana with intent to distribute. His trial was... more »

• Saints agree to 1-year deal with OT Jason Smith

  April 11, 2013 8:12 PM

  METAIRIE - New Orleans general manager Mickey Loomis says the Saints and free agent offensive tackle Jason Smith have agreed to a one-year contract. Smith, whose acquisition was announced by the Saints on Thursday, has spent four seasons in the NFL, playing in 45 games with 26 starts at both... more »

• US judge in Philly to uphold NFL concussion suits

  April 10, 2013 10:26 AM

  PHILADELPHIA - Senior U.S. District Judge Anita Brody of Philadelphia has a billion dollar problem on her hands. Brody heard high-powered arguments Tuesday on lawsuits that accuse the NFL of hiding links between concussions and brain injuries. Brody could side with the 4,200 former players and keep their lawsuits in... more »

• Saints to play only AFC teams in 2013 preseason

  April 4, 2013 4:46 PM

  METAIRIE - The New Orleans Saints' 2013 preseason schedule is comprised of four AFC opponents, including a nationally televised game at Houston. New Orleans' preseason schedule, which was released Thursday, begins with a pair of home game against Kansas City and Oakland, followed by road games against the Texans and... more »

• Raiders acquire former LSU QB Matt Flynn from Seahawks

  April 1, 2013 1:04 PM

  ALAMEDA, Ca. - The Oakland Raiders have traded for Seattle backup quarterback Matt Flynn in the team's latest change at the game's most important position. The deal announced by the Seahawks on Monday signals the end to Carson Palmer's tenure in Oakland. Palmer is expected to be dealt to Arizona.... more »

• Cowboys, Romo agree on 6-year, $108M extension

  March 29, 2013 4:22 PM

  IRVING, Texas - Tony Romo and the Dallas Cowboys have agreed on a six-year contract extension worth $108 million, with about half of it guaranteed. The agreement was reported on the team's website Friday. The deal will lower Romo's salary cap number of $16.8 million for 2013, giving the team... more »

• Saints agree to terms with Victor Butler

  March 28, 2013 1:07 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The New Orleans Saints announced today that they have agreed to terms on a two-year contract with unrestricted free agent linebacker Victor Butler. The announcement was made by Saints' Executive Vice President/General Manager Mickey Loomis. Butler, 6-2, 245, was originally drafted in the fourth-round (110th overall)... more »

• Te'o lowers his 40 time at Notre Dame pro day

  March 26, 2013 3:55 PM

  SOUTH BEND, Ind. - Manti Te'o ran a little better on his home field than he did at the NFL combine, lowering his 40-yard time by more than a tenth of a second during Notre Dame's pro day. The Heisman Trophy runner-up posted a best time of 4.69 on Tuesday,... more »

• Payton says his return alone doesn't fix Saints

  March 20, 2013 10:40 PM

  PHOENIX - Sean Payton is trying to guard against anyone within the New Orleans Saints' organization subscribing to the notion that the team will return to its playoff form of recent seasons just because he's back. Payton, who took part in NFC coaches' media availability at the NFL owners meetings... more »

• Reports: Ed Reed to Texans

  March 20, 2013 10:38 PM

  HOUSTON - Free-agent safety Ed Reed is on the verge of becoming a Houston Texan, according to multiple reports. CBSSports.com reported Wednesday night that a deal was in place, and the NFL Network quoted Reed as saying he was headed to Houston "unless something changes." Neither Reed nor his agent,... more »

• Pro Bowl returning to Hawaii in January

  March 20, 2013 2:35 PM

  PHOENIX - The Pro Bowl will return to Honolulu next January and again will be played the week before the Super Bowl. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says Wednesday at the owners meetings that the all-star game he once considered scrapping has been scheduled for Aloha Stadium on Jan. 26. He... more »

• NFL passes helmet rule, ends tuck rule

  March 20, 2013 11:39 AM

  PHOENIX - NFL owners have passed a player safety rule barring ball carriers from using the crown of their helmets to make contact with a defender in the open field. Several coaches and team executives expressed concern about officiating the new rule, but Commissioner Roger Goodell championed it and it... more »

• Goodell: No post-season additions now

  March 19, 2013 9:30 AM

  PHOENIX - The NFL will not be adding teams to the playoffs this season, but still is discussing an expanded postseason. Commissioner Roger Goodell says that the league's competition committee has looked into adding teams to the playoffs, and the topic will be discussed at this week's owners meetings. However,... more »

• Goodell: New Orleans deserves another Super Bowl

  March 18, 2013 4:54 PM

  PHOENIX - NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says New Orleans "deserves" to host another Super Bowl despite the in-game blackout that stopped play for 32 minutes. Goodell says he mentioned to the owners how good a job the city did staging its first Super Bowl since 2001, and, of course, its... more »

• Saints sign TE Ben Watson

  March 18, 2013 1:27 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The New Orleans Saints today announced the team has signed veteran tight end Ben Watson to a three year deal. Watson comes over to the Saints after three seasons with the Cleveland Browns. Last year he started 14 games and caught 49 passes for 501 yards... more »

• Judge tosses 2011 Super Bowl tickets lawsuit

  March 18, 2013 10:13 AM

  PITTSBURGH - A federal judge in Pittsburgh has dismissed one lawsuit from people who bought tickets to the February 2011 Super Bowl in Dallas, but had to watch it on TV because their seats weren't properly installed in time for the game. U.S. District Judge David Cercone dismissed the fraud... more »

• NFL could eliminate tuck rule

  March 14, 2013 3:17 PM

  PHOENIX, Ariz. - The tuck rule could disappear from NFL games if owners approve a proposal from the competition committee to dump it. The owners also will consider a change to instant replay rules allowing for a video review even when a coach makes an illegal challenge. The league... more »

• Bears, Bushrod agree to 5-year deal

  March 12, 2013 10:11 PM

  CHICAGO - The Chicago Bears have agreed to a five-year contract with New Orleans Saints Pro Bowl left tackle Jermon Bushrod, filling a major hole on the offensive line. The Bears announced the signing Tuesday. A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press that the deal is potentially... more »

• NFL opening for business today

  March 12, 2013 10:40 AM

  UNDATED - A new NFL business year starts today at 4 p.m. ET and it's already generating plenty of excitement. We've been hearing about trades for days and many of them are expected to be officially announced later today. According to several reports, the Minnesota Vikings have agreed to ship... more »

• Agent: Saints' LT Bushrod set to enter free agency

  March 11, 2013 6:27 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The agent for Saints left tackle Jermon Bushrod says there's no indication his client will reach a late-hour deal to stay in New Orleans before free agency begins on Tuesday afternoon. Agent Richard Rosa says Bushrod has enjoyed his time in New Orleans and that all parties... more »

• ESPN3 to carry LSU Pro Day

  March 11, 2013 2:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE - ESPN3 will provide coverage of LSU's Pro Day on March 27as over 20 former Tigers will be on display for the NFL in advance of next month's draft in New York City. ESPN3's coverage of LSU's Pro Day will begin at 1:15 p.m. with Tom Hart... more »

• Broncos defender guarantees Super Bowl win

  March 6, 2013 10:33 AM

  UNDATED - Denver's star pass-rusher Von Miller is already guaranteeing a Super Bowl title for the Broncos next season. Miller said he's dedicating the season to his 6-year-old cousin who recently emerged from a coma after a car accident in West Texas that also injured his mother and 8-year-old brother.... more »

• Ravens QB Flacco signs NFL's richest contract

  March 4, 2013 2:17 PM

  OWINGS MILLS, Md.- Joe Flacco is now the highest paid player in NFL history. The Ravens quarterback and Super Bowl MVP signed a new contract worth $120.6 million over six years, with a $29 million signing bonus and $52 million in guaranteed money. The 28-year-old Flacco threw 11... more »

• Source: Salary cap increases to $123 million

  March 1, 2013 10:35 AM

  NEW YORK - An NFL Players Association official familiar with the league's salary-cap negotiations tells The Associated Press the figure for the 2013 season will rise to $123 million from $120.6 million in 2012. The official spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Thursday because no formal announcement... more »

• Superdome officials to meet today

  February 27, 2013 8:00 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - The panel that oversees the Superdome will hold its first regular meeting since the now infamous power outage that delayed the Super Bowl earlier this month. The Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District board will meet this afternoon at the facility. Entergy Corp. has said it believes the... more »

• Patriots give Brady contract extension

  February 26, 2013 9:01 AM

  FOXBOROUGH, Mass. - The New England Patriots have a lot more cap room, thanks to their starting quarterback. A person familiar with the contract says Tom Brady has received a three-year extension from the Patriots worth about $27 million. The new deal clears nearly $15 million from New England's salary... more »

• Players union head says Goodell not trusted

  February 20, 2013 9:04 AM

  NEW YORK - The head of the NFL players association isn't a big fan of the commissioner. Union leader Domonique Foxworth says NFL players don't trust Roger Goodell because of the Saints bounty case, in particular. The president of the NFL Players Association adds he wouldn't be able to persuade... more »

• Saints cut TE Thomas, CB Patrick

  February 19, 2013 5:25 PM

  METAIRIE - New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says the club has cut veteran tight end David Thomas and third-year cornerback Johnny Patrick. Loomis says releasing Thomas on Tuesday was an "extremely difficult decision," given seven-year veteran's leadership and versatility, which allowed him to fill in at several... more »

• NFL player accused of having gun at NY airport

  February 18, 2013 10:45 PM

  NEW YORK - Authorities say an NFL player has been arrested at a New York airport after police found a loaded handgun in his luggage. Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end Da'Quan Bowers was awaiting arraignment Monday on charges of criminal possession of a weapon. Bowers was arrested at LaGuardia Airport... more »

• NFL, NCAA to hold third annual coaching academy

  February 13, 2013 10:40 AM

  NEW YORK - Retired NFL players Andre Rison, Mark Brunell and Terrell Buckley are among 60 aspiring coaches who will attend training sessions next week on how to break into the field and move up. The third annual NFL-NCAA Coaches Academy runs Sunday through Tuesday in Charlotte, N.C. The program... more »

• Saints interview Rob Ryan for coordinator position

  February 8, 2013 6:32 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Former Dallas Cowboys assistant Rob Ryan has interviewed with the New Orleans Saints for their vacant defensive coordinator job. The team said Ryan met with coach Sean Payton on Friday. Payton interviewed University of Georgia defensive coordinator Todd Grantham on Thursday. Payton fired defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo... more »

• NFL greats appear in PSA favoring gun law reforms

  February 8, 2013 3:31 PM

  NEW YORK - Emmitt Smith, Deion Sanders and other big-name NFL players appeared in a public service announcement in favor of reforming gun laws. The legends are joined by Michael Irvin, LaDainian Tomlinson and Marshall Faulk in the ad, which is paid for by Mayors Against Illegal Guns. The... more »

• New Orleans council to probe Super Bowl power outage

  February 7, 2013 6:06 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Officials from the Superdome's management company and a utility company are preparing to discuss Sunday's Super Bowl power outage with New Orleans City Council members. The council is the regulatory agency for Entergy New Orleans. Member Cynthia Hedge-Morrell, the chairwoman of Its utility committee, set a hearing... more »

• Council to probe Super Bowl power outage

  February 7, 2013 11:14 AM

  NEW ORLEANS- Officials for the Superdome's power company will go before the City Council tomorrow to talk about the power outage that happened during the Super Bowl last Sunday night. The council is the regulatory agency for Entergy New Orleans. Superdome and Entergy officials have said the 34-minute outage happened... more »

• NFL says it was ready with backup power system

  February 4, 2013 2:12 PM

  NEW ORLEANS- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the Superdome had a backup power system that was about to be used during the Super Bowl electrical outage but it wasn't needed because power started coming back at that time. Goodell says Monday that the backup system was ready, but Entergy New... more »

• La. board: Recent work not related to game outage

  February 4, 2013 11:20 AM

  NEW ORLEANS- A lawyer for the state board that oversees the Superdome says Sunday night's power outage during the Super Bowl does not appear to be related to work done on the stadium's electrical system in December. The board last fall approved work to replace "feeder" equipment connecting the stadium... more »

• Goodell: Some don't recognize bounties must end

  February 1, 2013 1:15 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says his biggest regret about the New Orleans Saints' bounty scandal is that he can't get everyone to recognize bounties need to be eliminated from the game. Goodell said he hasn't been able to make the point clearly enough with the players' union... more »

• Goodell says he welcomes Obama's remarks on safety

  February 1, 2013 11:52 AM

  NEW ORLEANS- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the league will look at eliminating certain low blocks and improve the quality of playing fields as part of a program to improve player safety. In his annual message on the state of the league two days before Sunday's Super Bowl, Goodell said... more »

• Favre returns to Super Bowl for NFL Network

  January 30, 2013 2:47 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Brett Favre is returning to the NFL - to work for the NFL Network. The retired three-time NFL MVP quarterback will join the network's crew for daylong coverage of Sunday's NFL championship game between the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers. Favre hasn't been heard from much... more »

• Is flag football ahead for NFL?

  January 29, 2013 5:20 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Players on both Super Bowl teams say they are confused about when a hit is legal by NFL standards. Rules designed to make the game safer are also making players uncertain about which hits are considered clean and which ones could lead to a fine. San Francisco... more »

• Tough guy Boldin a real catch for Ravens

  January 29, 2013 4:41 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Anquan Boldin wants to be known as more than simply a tough receiver. Boldin, a key player in Baltimore's charge to the Super Bowl, isn't afraid to cut across the field. He can shrug off a hard hit, and also is an aggressive downfield blocker. Asked Tuesday... more »

• Saints to work out Chad Jones

  January 29, 2013 11:13 AM

  NEW ORLEANS- The New Orleans Saints are bringing Chad Jones in for a workout on Wednesday. Jones, a New Orleans native, was severely injured in a car accident in New Orleans in 2010, suffering multiple fractures to his left leg. Both his tibia and fibula were shattered, and his arteries... more »

• OneRepublic & Matchbox Twenty perform at SB

  January 28, 2013 10:54 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - Multi-platinum rock bands OneRepublic and Matchbox Twenty will be performing as part of the Super Bowl XLVII pregame show in New Orleans Sunday. The two groups will perform at the NFL Tailgate Party. Beyonce will perform in the halftime show and Alicia Keys will sing the national... more »

• Ravens joining Niners today

  January 28, 2013 10:23 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - The Big Easy is getting ready to welcome the AFC champion Baltimore Ravens to town. The NFC champion San Francisco 49ers arrived in New Orleans yesterday and are getting ready for their first Super Bowl appearance in 18 years. The annual circus known as "Media Day" takes... more »

• In New Orleans, an unwelcome mat for Goodell

  January 26, 2013 10:54 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - New Orleans Saints fans are celebrating the return of coach Sean Payton from his suspension following last year's "bountygate" scandal. But NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who will present the NFL championship trophy when the Super Bowl is played in New Orleans on Feb. 3, is getting a... more »

• ALCU sues to block Super Bowl "clean zone" in N.O.

  January 24, 2013 3:12 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The American Civil Liberties Union of Louisiana is suing to block the city of New Orleans from maintaining a so-called "clean zone" where the use of banners, signs and flags will be restricted during Super Bowl festivities. The ACLU filed a federal lawsuit Thursday on behalf of... more »

• Saints' Sean Payton returns to work at Senior Bowl

  January 23, 2013 1:00 PM

  MOBILE, Ala. - Sean Payton has returned to work following a nearly yearlong suspension for his role in the Saints' bounty program. The New Orleans Saints coach watched Senior Bowl practice Wednesday and planned to meet later in the day with the staff to evaluate a defense that struggled. Payton... more »

• NFL hopes to decide Pro Bowl future by April

  January 22, 2013 5:28 PM

  HONOLULU - The NFL is hoping to decide the fate of the Pro Bowl by the time it releases next season's schedule in April. And the fate of the league's all-star game will largely depend on how much effort this year's Pro Bowlers put into the game. NFL Executive Vice... more »

• NFL lifts suspension of Saints coach Payton

  January 22, 2013 9:50 AM

  NEW YORK - NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has reinstated New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton following a season-long suspension for his role in the team's bounty scandal. The announcement comes Tuesday, a day after Payton met with Goodell. At the meeting, Payton took responsibility for the actions of his coaching... more »

• Ex-LSU star Mathieu attends Senior Bowl practice

  January 21, 2013 5:37 PM

  FAIRHOPE, Ala. - Former LSU star Tyrann Mathieu is at the Senior Bowl and hopes to meet with NFL coaches and executives. He says his ambitions haven't changed even if his days as the "Honey Badger" ended with his college career. The 2011 Heisman Trophy finalist watched ex-teammate Lavar Edwards... more »

• Source: Alicia Keys to sing Super Bowl anthem

  January 18, 2013 10:36 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - A person familiar with Super Bowl entertainment plans tells The Associated Press that Alicia Keys has been lined up to perform the national anthem before the NFL championship game in New Orleans on Feb. 3. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the NFL has... more »

• Vilma's defamation suit against Goodell dismissed

  January 17, 2013 5:24 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - A federal judge has dismissed New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma's defamation lawsuit against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell in connection with the bounty case. U.S. District Judge Ginger Berrigan in New Orleans said Thursday the bounty matter "feels as protracted and painful as the Saints season... more »

• Baton Rouge preparing for Super Bowl fans

  January 15, 2013 10:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Party in New Orleans, stay in Baton Rouge. That's the message the NFL is spreading ahead of Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans on Feb. 3. Hotel and travel agents expect the Baton Rouge market to be at 90 percent capacity for the big game, so... more »

• Four teams left in NFL postseason

  January 14, 2013 10:44 AM

  UNDATED - One game is a rematch. The other might feel like one - at least to one of the teams. For the second straight year in the AFC, the New England Patriots will host the Baltimore Ravens with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line. In the... more »

• Strahan, Sapp, Ogden among Hall of Fame finalists

  January 11, 2013 10:31 AM

  CANTON, Ohio - Four linemen in their first year of eligibility, including single-season sacks record holder Michael Strahan, are among 15 modern-era finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The hall has announced that defensive end Strahan and defensive tackle Warren Sapp made the cut, along with tackle Jonathan... more »

• Chris Faulk latest LSU Tiger to turn pro

  January 10, 2013 11:59 AM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU's list of underclassmen entering the NFL draft reached 11 when offensive tackle Chris Faulk decided to forgo his senior season. Faulk was considered a candidate for early entry before the season, but he suffered a season-ending knee injury in the opener against North Texas. Apparently he... more »

• Final 8 are set in NFL playoffs

  January 7, 2013 10:29 AM

  UNDATED - Following yesterday's victories by the Baltimore Ravens and Seattle Seahawks, the final eight in the NFL playoffs are set. Here are the matchups for next weekend. The Ravens, who delayed the retirement of their 17-year veteran linebacker Ray Lewis with a 24-9 victory over Indianapolis yesterday, now travel... more »

• Joe Montana's son to play QB for Tulane

  January 4, 2013 12:51 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Tulane says it has received a national letter of intent from junior college quarterback Nick Montana, the son of Hall-of-Fame NFL quarterback Joe Montana. The younger Montana threw for 2,652 yards and 22 touchdowns this past season at Mount San Antonio College in Walnut, Calif. Tulane says... more »

• LSU's Reid skipping senior season for NFL Draft

  January 4, 2013 11:24 AM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU announced today safety Eric Reid will forgo his senior season and instead go out for the 2013 NFL Draft. Reid was a first-team All-America selection in 2012. He finished third on the team in tackles with 91, and had seven pass breakups, two pass interceptions,... more »

• Ray Lewis to retire after playoffs

  January 2, 2013 11:43 AM

  OWINGS MILLS, Md. - The Baltimore Ravens say Ray Lewis will retire after the playoffs. The star linebacker told the team "This will be my last ride." He has been out since Oct. 14 with a triceps injury, but expects to play Sunday in the wild-card round against Indianapolis. The... more »

• Kelly a top NFL target again

  January 1, 2013 10:01 AM

  SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - Since he arrived in Arizona for the Fiesta Bowl, Oregon coach Chip Kelly has been asked about coaching in the NFL every day. The questions only figure to pick up after seven NFL coaches were fired on Monday. As he has in the past, Kelly has deflected... more »

• Chiefs will go first in draft

  January 1, 2013 8:48 AM

  NEW YORK - The Kansas City Chiefs own the No. 1 pick in next April's draft, with the rest of the order set for non-playoff teams. Kansas City and Jacksonville finished 2-14 each, but the Chiefs had the weaker schedule, earning them the top selection. Oakland is third,... more »

• Texas A&M DE Moore bypassing senior season for NFL

  December 31, 2012 10:57 AM

  DALLAS - Texas A&M leading tackler Damontre Moore says he went back and forth before deciding that the Cotton Bowl will be his last game for the Aggies. Moore says there were a lot of pros and cons about foregoing his senior season to enter the NFL draft. He said... more »

• Reid among 4 NFL coaches sacked in firing frenzy

  December 31, 2012 10:33 AM

  NFL - Less than 24 hours after the regular season ended, NFL firings began at a furious pace. In a span of about 90 minutes before lunch Monday, coaches Andy Reid, Pat Shurmur, Romeo Crennel and Chan Gailey were let go by their teams after losing seasons. None of the... more »

• Colts trying to forget mistakes, focus on future

  December 17, 2012 2:22 PM

  INDIANAPOLIS - The Indianapolis Colts spent Monday going through all their missed opportunities. There was the fumble at the goal line, a penalty that wiped out a touchdown and a blocked punt that Houston returned for a score. For this young team, Sunday's loss was a hard lesson in how... more »

• Moments of silence around NFL for shooting victims

  December 17, 2012 10:40 AM

  UNDATED - The New England Patriots silenced their "End Zone Militia" Sunday night, taking the muskets away from the Revolutionary War re-enactors who fire in the air to celebrate every score. The memory of the Connecticut school shootings was still too fresh for the sight of weapons and the smell... more »

• Saints coach: Witnesses lied in NFL investigation

  December 13, 2012 4:01 PM

  METAIRIE - Saints assistant head coach Joe Vitt says witnesses in the NFL's bounty investigation of New Orleans' pay-for-pain system have lied about him and the organization and that their stories might change in federal court. Vitt angrily said Thursday he feels the truth will come out in federal court,... more »

• ESPN: Talks to reinstate Saints' Payton begin

  December 13, 2012 11:07 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - ESPN reported this morning that talks have begun between the NFL and suspended Saints head coach Sean Payton to return him to the field. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell told ESPN his office had contacted Payton about reinstatement, and more focused discussion would happen after the holidays.... more »