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Justin Fields laughs off idea that he’ll run kicks back for the Steelers: ‘I’m not here to do that’

No, Justin Fields won’t be running back kick returns for the Pittsburgh Steelers this fall. The former Chicago Bears quarterback laughed that idea off on Tuesday, ending what would’ve been a remarkable development on his new team. The idea was first floated by Steelers running back Jaylen Warren on Cam Heyward’s podcast earlier this spring. Warren mentioned that special teams …

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AHL’s Roadrunners to keep team in Tucson for at least 30 games

May 28, 2024, 08:46 PM ET TUCSON, Ariz. — The Roadrunners are staying in Tucson. The AHL affiliate of the Arizona Coyotes announced Tuesday that the team will play at least 30 games at Tucson Arena next season, thwarting owner Alex Meruelo’s plans to move the team to Mullett Arena in Tempe. The Rio Nuevo District’s board of directors voted …

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Ravens TE Mark Andrews says hip-drop tackle ban is ‘not a bad thing’

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews has firsthand experience with how dangerous the recently banned hip-drop tackle can be, and he’s pleased to see it go. The 28-year-old, who underwent surgery last season after suffering a fractured fibula and ligament damage in a Week 11 game against the Bengals — due to what was considered to be a hip-drop tackle …

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Rams’ Stetson Bennett is getting back in form after improving mental health

Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett goes through drills during an organized team activity workout as quarterbacks coach Dave Ragone watches. (Gary Klein / Los Angeles Times) During the final rep of practice Tuesday, Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett dropped back and — under the watchful eye of coach Sean McVay — completed a long pass to a receiver. It was only a …

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Veteran Blake Wheeler returns to lineup for New York Rangers

Kristen Shilton, ESPN NHL reporterMay 28, 2024, 08:36 PM ET CloseKristen Shilton is a national NHL reporter for ESPN. SUNRISE, Fla. — Blake Wheeler is back for the New York Rangers, returning in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Florida Panthers on Tuesday. The veteran forward hasn’t played since suffering a gruesome leg injury on Feb. 15. …

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Ex-Georgia QB Stetson Bennett says 2023 absence from Rams linked to mental health

The Los Angeles Rams selected quarterback Stetson Bennett in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft to potentially become Matthew Stafford’s backup, but the two-time college football national champion never saw a snap in his rookie season. He suffered a shoulder injury in preseason activities and was later placed on the non-football injury list; he never returned as the …

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Here’s when the NFL could announce the next subject for HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’

Here’s when the NFL could announce the next subject for HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago NFL fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of this offseason’s subject for HBO’s “Hard Knocks” documentary. The documentary goes deep into storylines surrounding the team, gaining insider access to the subject’s training camp to provide quite an insightful and interesting product. …

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Chicago Blackhawks sign Zach Sanford, Martin Misiak

May 28, 2024, 07:30 PM ET CHICAGO — The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to contracts with forwards Zach Sanford and Martin Misiak. Sanford got a one-year, two-way contract that carries a $775,000 NHL cap hit. Misiak’s deal is a three-year, entry-level contract that has an $878,333 cap hit. The contracts were announced Tuesday. The 29-year-old Sanford played for Arizona and …

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Why newly extended Texans WR Nico Collins should continue to ascend

Ben Arthur AFC South Reporter The Texans on Tuesday rewarded rising star receiver Nico Collins with a big-money extension, but his best may be yet to come.  Houston and Collins agreed to terms on a three-year deal, a league source confirmed to FOX Sports, worth a reported $72.75 million ($24.25 million per year). The former third-round pick posted a career …

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