Could The Battle Over 'Redskins' Change Trademark Law?
Advocates hope that the Department of Justice's involvement in a lawsuit is a crucial step in ending trademark protection for the Washington football team's name.
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Should Ray Rice Get A Second Chance? 'Maybe,' Parcells Says
In part two of David Greene's conversation with Bill Parcells, the football coach talks about how he dealt with players' drug use and about redemption for the former Baltimore Ravens running back.
Pro Football Hall Of Fame Tackles Assisted Living Center
Canton, Ohio, has launched an ambitious expansion plan, including assisted living for Hall of Famers. The concept is part business, part nostalgia and part a sense of responsibility to ballplayers.
In The NFL's 'Factory Of Sadness,' All Hope Rests On Johnny Football
In a desperate playoff push, the Cleveland Browns are bringing heralded rookie Johnny Manziel off the bench to take over as the team's quarterback. But not everyone is sold on him saving the season.
NFL Owners OK Stiffer Penalties For Domestic Violence, Other Crimes
Any NFL player involved in an assault or in domestic or sexual violence would be suspended for at least six games under rules approved Wednesday. The players' union is reviewing the updates.
Jets Coach Promises No Tanking In Game Against Equally Awful Titans
When a season is lost, some teams will take it easy their last few games — or the last 82, if it's the Philadelphia 76ers — in hopes of securing a better draft pick. But not this NFL cellar-dweller.
Buffalo Bills Flag Officials For Excessive Celebration On Losing Play
After an official signaled a touchdown for Denver in the Broncos' win, he and another ref exchanged a fist-bump. A player calls it proof of bias; the NFL says they were excited to get the call right.