Pittsburgh, PA

Russell Wilson needed a new home after the debacle that took place in Denver with head coach Sean Payton that took the reins over from Nathaniel Hackett. The proverbial phrase “let Russ cook” did not work in Denver as in previous years in Seattle. Father time is undefeated, and Russell Wilson, to be kind, looks to have lost the proverbial step that happens to athletes as they get to the twilight of their careers. The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Kenny Pickett to replace Ben Roethlisberger, whose shoes were too large to fill for Kenny Pickett.

Justin Fields Will Become the Franchise Quarterback of the Pittsburgh Steelers

New York Jets are willing to do whatever it takes to prove they made the right trade for Aaron Rodgers. How can they do that? Win the Super Bowl. During the off-season, the Jets have done a lot to bolster their offensive line around Rodgers. Now a new weapon has been added who is in the running for a roster spot.

BREAKING: The New York Jets Sign Former San Francisco 49ers Wide Receiver

The Spun

The Los Angeles Chargers are hoping that star quarterback Justin Herbert will emerge as one of the league's very best (and possibly surpass Patrick Mahomes) under the tutelage of new head coach Jim Harbaugh. Unfortunately, a poorly timed injury is going to slow the momentum of their growing ...

Los Angeles Chargers Announce Injury To QB Justin Herbert

Denver, CO

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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Team USA has been struggling to dominate the Paris Olympics, with a slow start on day three. After claiming two gold medals and seven overall on Sunday, the US failed to capture any gold medals on Monday, dropping them down in the standings. Team USA captured six bronze medals and two silver medals - eight overall, but no golds.

Team USA fails to win a single gold medal on day three at Paris Olympics.

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Quarterback Josh Dobbs spoke for the first time at a press conference for the 49ers where he revealed why he elected to sign with them.

Why QB Josh Dobbs Chose to Sign With the 49ers

Minneapolis, MN

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The Minnesota Vikings may have hit big on another undrafted rookie free agent linebacker, Gabriel Murphy, out of UCLA.

Another Undrafted Rookie Linebacker is Turning Heads at Vikings Training Camp

San Francisco, CA

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

Following practice on Friday, Kyle Shanahan provided multiple injury updates, including the status of two pass catchers for the San Francisco 49ers offense. After working on the side of the field during Friday’s practice, Shanahan mentioned wide receiver Jauan Jennings has an ankle injury. Despite his injury, Shanahan said Jennings should be expected back soon.

Two 49ers pass catchers working through injuries early in training camp

The 49ers should really consider never drafting a running back in the first four rounds of the NFL draft ever again.

49ers Might've Found Another Undrafted RB Gem

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Charlotte, NC

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Roughly a week before the Carolina Panthers make a preseason debut, the team is in the market for another quarterback.

Panthers in the market for another QB after injury to Andy Dalton

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The San Francisco 49ers are in a contract standoff with Brandon Aiyuk. San Francisco has been trying to extend the young star for the whole summer but the two sides haven't been able to agree to terms. Meanwhile, the price that Aiyuk will demand for an extension could be climbing as other wide receivers around the league ink lucrative extensions.

Why DJ Moore's $110 million Bears contract is good for 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk

The Brandon Aiyuk drama might come to a close soon. On Wednesday, he watched all of practice from the sideline. And at one point, he hugged both Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch.

Is Brandon Aiyuk on the Verge of Signing an Extension with the 49ers?

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The San Francisco 49ers made some headlines earlier in the week when hold-in wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk was seen hugging

San Francisco 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan talks ‘bro hug’ with Brandon Aiyuk, updates contract situation

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Panthers looking to add QB after Andy Dalton suffers quad injury; backup out at least 'a couple of weeks'

A man peacefully sitting with his son in his car in their church parking lot was assaulted by a Denver police officer in June 2019 and will receive a $75,000 settlement. The payoff appears on the Denver City Council agenda for Monday. The item is on the consent calendar. Items on the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote without discussion.

Man hit in face by Denver police officer to receive $75,000 settlement

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The Denver Broncos are still making roster moves.

Broncos Sign Ex-Chargers TE Hunter Kampmoyer, Waive DT

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Last season, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow hurt his calf early in training camp and even though he returned for Week 1, he probably wasn't right until October. That's not necessarily how Justin Herbert's season will go, but it's not the way the Los Angeles Chargers wanted August to begin.

Chargers QB Justin Herbert has foot injury, expected to be ready for regular season

Los Angeles, CA

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EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert will miss at least the next two weeks because of an injury to the plantar fascia in his right foot. The injury was diagnosed following Wednesday’s practice. Doctors expect that the fifth-year quarterback will be ready for the regular-season opener on Sept. 8 against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Chargers QB Justin Herbert will miss at least next 2 weeks because of a right foot injury

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As Charean Williams of Pro Football Talk pointed out, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy raised some eyebrows when he tossed three interceptions during Monday's practice and was then picked off four times the following day.Former NFL signal-caller and current analyst Chris Simms of NBC Sports suggested during a recent edition of the "Pro Football Talk" program that Purdy's practice habits may be something to keep an eye on moving forward."You definitely want to get a feel for, if I'm aggressive, can I get away with this? Or wait, if this guy's closely covered, can I put it in the...

Why former NFL QB is worried about 49ers' Brock Purdy this summer

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49ers C Pat Elflein Injures Calf and Leaves Practice

The 49ers announced on Friday morning that they signed veteran center Pat Elflein. A few hours later, Elflein limped off the practice field with an injury....

49ers C Pat Elflein Injures Calf and Leaves Practice

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