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Taylor Swift is apparently all-in with the Kansas City Chiefs. Less than a year after the pop star began dating Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes praised her interest in football in an interview with NBC Sports’ Chris Simms. Apparently, her commitment has reached the point she has begun drawing up plays for her boyfriend’s team. Mahomes’ …

After losing the verdict, the NFL won the judgment in the Sunday Ticket case. And to the victor go the spoils. Via A.J. Perez of FrontOfficeSports.com, the NFL has formally sought reimbursement of litigation costs from the plaintiffs in the antitrust action. The amount requested, per the league’s filing, is $389,715.61. That amount represents out-of-pocket costs, not legal fees. The …

Why 49ers signing Aiyuk before Williams surprised Ochocinco, Sharpe originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Two former NFL players are surprised by Brandon Aiyuk signed a new contract with the 49ers before Trent Williams. Speaking on the “Nightcap” podcast, Chad Ochocinco and Shannon Sharpe gave their thoughts on San Francisco’s current situation. “Trent Williams is one I thought who …

Dalvin Cook had career lows last year with the Jets, rushing for 214 yards and no touchdowns on 67 carries and averaging 3.2 yards per carry. The running back calls that an aberration and expects to be with the Cowboys more what he was with the Vikings in 2022. “I got it,” Cook said, via Todd Archer of ESPN. “It’s …

The Giants are reuniting with cornerback Adoree Jackson on a one-year deal, according to multiple reports. Jackson, 28, spent the past three seasons with the Giants after four seasons with the Titans. He had remained a free agent since March but said he hoped to re-sign with the Giants. He has familiarity with Giants defensive coordinator Shane Bowen as both …

The Panthers are signing quarterback John Wolford to their practice squad, Joe Person of TheAthletic.com reports. The team currently has Bryce Young and Andy Dalton on its 53-player roster and undrafted rookie Jack Plummer on the practice squad. The Buccaneers cut Wolford from their roster this week. Wolford went undrafted, entering the NFL with the Jets in 2018. He was …

The Giants are signing Adoree’ Jackson after the veteran cornerback — most recently with New York from 2021-23 — took a physical Friday morning with Big Blue, according to reports. The contract is a one-year deal, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo. Jackson, who turns 29 on Sept. 18, totaled 63 tackles, an interception (for a touchdown) and a forced …

How Moore is benefiting from Williams’ 49ers contract hold-out originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — Jaylon Moore is the player nobody with the 49ers wants to see in the starting lineup in Week 1. Uh, nothing personal. The 49ers might have confidence in Moore to step into the lineup when needed. But everyone around the team …

Former Saints receiver Michael Thomas remains a free agent. Even if he signs a deal in the coming days, he won’t be playing in Week 1. The NFL has announced that Thomas will be suspended for one game, via Ian Rapoport of NFL Media. It’s a punishment under the Personal Conduct Policy. The discipline stems from a November 2023 arrest …

George McCaskey hopes Bears fans remain patient during Caleb Williams’ first season, per new interview originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The excitement ahead of the Bears’ 2024 regular season isn’t measurable. The energy around the city is palpable, as the preseason slate is out of the way and all that’s left is the first game that counts. The Bears …

Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz talks with 49ers TE George Kittle about getting WR Brandon Aiyuk signed to an extension and what his thoughts are on star OL Trent Williams’ hold out. Kittle joins Yahoo Sports on behalf of Little Caesars Pizza. Video Transcript 49 ers in the news, Brandon AYU gets a massive contract, he gets paid. What does that …

49ers sign ‘special talent’ Aiyuk to four-year contract extension originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Brandon Aiyuk finally put pen to paper on a brand new four-year 49ers contract extension. The 49ers announced Friday the 26-year-old wide receiver signed a deal that keeps him with San Francisco through the 2028 NFL season. NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo …

Kittle ‘very happy’ Aiyuk staying with 49ers, reveals advice he gave originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers fans everywhere breathed a sigh of relief Thursday when Brandon Aiyuk and the team agreed on a four-year, $120 million contract extension with $76 million guaranteed. The long-awaited news was music to George Kittle’s ears as well. “I’m really happy,” the 49ers tight end told …

Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz talks with 49ers TE George Kittle about the growth of QB Brock Purdy and why he’s becoming a great QB. Kittle joins Yahoo Sports on behalf of Little Caesars Pizza. Video Transcript Um I, well, I think you can look at last year like all the stats and stuff like that, you know, he’s top five, …

Kansas City will have newly acquired JuJu Smith-Schuster and Samaje Perine but not wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown when they play Baltimore on Thursday night in an AFC title game rematch that opens the NFL season. Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Friday that Smith-Schuster and Perine should be able to pick up enough of the playbook in time to help …