Tag: National Football League
No quarterback, but Washington quietly fills holes at draft
WASHINGTON — Instead of shaking up the first round with a blockbuster trade up for the next quarterback of the future, Washington spent the...
Circumstances led Saints to draft for value more than need
NEW ORLEANS — The first Saints draft since the retirement of record-setting passer Drew Brees featured the selections of defensive players in the first...
Amid Rodgers drama, Packers boost depth at positions of need
The Green Bay Packers believe they found ideal candidates to fill their biggest positional needs and upgraded a star-studded roster as they attempt to...
Raiders focus on defense, offensive lines in NFL draft
After being picked apart by opposing offenses last season and having dismantled an expensive offensive line at the start of free agency, the Las...
Seahawks makes most of 3 picks and hit needs in draft
RENTON, Wash. — John Schneider and Pete Carroll sat down to explain the thoughts behind the newest additions to the Seattle Seahawks before the...
Completed Bears draft has a heavy offensive lean
LAKE FOREST, IL — Trading up to draft quarterback Justin Fields in the first round and tackle Teven Jenkins in the second round of...
Eyeing big 2021, host Browns add speed, versatility in draft
CLEVELAND — For decades, the NFL draft was the Super Bowl for Browns fans, a few fleeting days of optimism before the season arrived,...
Patriots add Oklahoma RB Rhamondre Stevenson in draft
BOSTON — After securing a potential long-term solution at quarterback and loading up with defensive players who play close to the line of scrimmage,...
49ers take Notre Dame G Aaron Banks in 2nd round
The San Francisco 49ers took Notre Dame guard Aaron Banks after trading down five spots in the second round of the NFL draft.
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FedEx shooting victims to be remembered at big ceremony
INDIANAPOLIS — The eight people killed in a mass shooting at a FedEx warehouse will be remembered Saturday during a public ceremony at the...