A week after rumors reached a fever pitch that Lloyd Howell would be replaced as the executive director of the NFL Players Association, Howell has stepped down. “Two years ago, I accepted the role of Executive Director of the NFLPA because I believe deeply in the mission of this union and the power of collective action to drive positive change …
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The first mountain stage in the French Pyrenees began with a long, flat run-in. A large breakaway, including Tiesj Benoot, was gradually whittled down on the Col du Soulor. The race came to life on this climb thanks to the yellow-black formation. Team Visma | Lease a Bike took control at the front of the group of favorites, forcing yellow …
Read More »Chicago Bears agree to rookie deals with Shemar Turner and Ozzy Trapilo — leaving only 1 draft pick unsigned Chicago Tribune NFL news roundup: Bears agree to terms with second-round DT Shemar Turner on rookie contract NFL.com Bears agree to terms with second-rounder Ozzy Trapilo Yahoo Sports Bears agree to contract with second-round draft pick Shemar Turner NBC Sports Bears rookie Shemar Turner was …
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Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) celebrates after their win over the Dallas Mavericks in an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kim Klement/Pool Photo via AP) APAP Soak it in, Rip City. Take a moment to really, truly bask in the beautiful absurdity of this whole thing, the delicious and delirious storybook …
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PITTSBURGH — With less than a week remaining before training camp, the Pittsburgh Steelers and T.J. Watt agreed to terms Thursday on a deal that makes the star edge rusher the NFL’s highest-paid non-quarterback. The three-year extension is worth $123 million, team sources told The Athletic’s Dianna Russini. That’s an average of $41 million in new money, just slightly ahead …
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There are eclectic tales at the summit of this Open leaderboard. It just appeared as if nobody was minded to pay heed to them on a day when Rory McIlroy’s competitive return to Northern Ireland turned every head and Scottie Scheffler performed his usual trick of hiding in plain sight. McIlroy seemed to battle his game more than the elements …
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — The Los Angeles Chargers did not even make it through one training camp practice before facing a major change of plans. In a surprising twist, receiver Mike Williams is retiring from the NFL after eight seasons, including seven with the Chargers. Williams’ agent informed general manager Joe Hortiz of the decision Wednesday night. The Chargers held …
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The courts have ruled against 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports in their request for a temporary restraining order (TRO) as they seek a new preliminary injunction. The hope was that they would secure a TRO in order to prevent NASCAR from revoking their charters, but that has failed. They will compete as open entries at Dover Motor Speedway this …
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Five players are tied for the lead at Royal Portrush, the most after Round 1 of an Open since a record six all the way back in 1938. It’s emblematic of the larger leaderboard picture following Thursday’s play: A staggering 44 players are within four shots of the lead entering Round 2. Here are the top numbers and notes to …
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Shane Gillis’ monologue at the ESPY Awards on Wednesday night has left plenty of people divided over the contents of the jokes, but the Disney-owned sports network isn’t concerned about the reaction that Gillis’ routine received, The Post has confirmed. During his roughly 10-minute opening, Gillis poked fun at just about everyone from popular sports figures to President Donald Trump …
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