ROB MAADDI

AP Pro Football Writer
UConn center Jana El Alfy (8), forward Ice Brady (25) and guard Morgan Cheli (23) react during the second half of the national championship game against South Carolina at the Final Four of the women's NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Jana El Alfy’s parents traveled from Egypt to watch the freshman center and UConn win a title
Jana El Alfy’s parents flew from Cairo to Poland to New York to Tampa to watch their daughter play with UConn for the first time. They got to see her celebrate a championship with the Huskies.
 
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers runs onto the field before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Steelers owner Art Rooney II sees ‘positive signs’ that Aaron Rodgers will join the team
Steelers owner Art Rooney II says there are “positive signs” that Aaron Rodgers will play in Pittsburgh. The four-time NFL MVP worked out recently with new Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf after previously visiting the team.
 
New York Giants Brian Daboll is interviewed at the NFL football annual meetings Tuesday, April 1, 2025, in Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston give the Giants options but the team is still evaluating QBs
Signing Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston solved the New York Giants’ immediate need for a starting quarterback. They could still draft one for the future.
 
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) throws the ball before an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024 in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr.)
Falcons coach Raheem Morris doesn’t rule out trading Kirk Cousins but intends to keep him as backup
Kirk Cousins has told the Atlanta Falcons he wants to be a starter and coach Raheem Morris didn’t rule out a trade while reiterating the team intends to keep him as the backup to Michael Penix Jr.
 
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) lines up for the goal line Tush Push play during the NFL championship playoff football game against the Washington Commanders, Jan. 26, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File)
NFL postpones a decision on the tush push but passes other rule changes
The future of the tush push has been pushed until next month. NFL team owners had been set to vote Tuesday on Green Bay’s proposal to ban the play that’s helped the Philadelphia Eagles win one Super Bowl and reach another, but the proposal was tabled until May.
 
Tennessee Titans head coach Brian Callahan, right, is interviewed at the NFL football annual meetings Monday, March 31, 2025, in Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Titans coach Brian Callahan says franchise QBs are ‘priceless’ and team is debating options at No. 1
The Tennessee Titans are debating whether they want to take a quarterback with the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft or trade it for more assets. Titans coach Brian Callahan said Monday at the league’s annual meetings that the team is open to everything.
 
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is interviewed at the NFL football annual meetings Monday, March 31, 2025, in Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is talking to Aaron Rodgers, but he’s comfortable starting Mason Rudolph
Mike Tomlin is staying in touch with Aaron Rodgers and is comfortable with Mason Rudolph as the starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rudolph was 3-1 for the Steelers in 2023 with the loss coming in a wild-card game against Buffalo.
 
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) lines up for the goal line Tush Push play during the NFL championship playoff football game against the Washington Commanders, Jan. 26, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File)
Tush push is the hottest topic at the NFL league meetings
The “tush push” is the hottest topic at the NFL’s annual meetings this week. Team owners, coaches and general managers have gathered at a posh resort to discuss several potential rule changes, including the Green Bay Packers’ proposal to eliminate a play that’s become a short-yardage staple for the
 
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson talks to reporters following an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough, File)
Russell Wilson is heading to the New York Giants, AP source says
Russell Wilson has agreed on a one-year contract with the New York Giants, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
 
In this image provided by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Erin Andrews, left, and Charissa Thompson, right, record a live episode of "Calm Down with Erin and Charissa" with Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Tristan Wirfs during the inaugural She Is Football Summit, Friday, March 7, 2025, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. (Kyle Zedaker/Tampa Bay Buccaneers via AP)
Buccaneers held inaugural ‘She is Football Weekend’ to increase opportunities for women in the NFL
 
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) walks on the sideline during an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Cooper Kupp agrees to terms with his home state Seahawks on 3-year, $45 million deal, AP source says
A person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press that Cooper Kupp and the Seattle Seahawks have agreed on a three-year, $45 million contract.
 
Veteran cornerback Adoree Jackson and the Eagles agree on 1-year deal, AP source says
Cornerback Adoree Jackson and the Philadelphia Eagles have agreed on a one-year contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Thursday.
 
Houston Texans offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil (78) walks off the field at the end of the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Jan. 11, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Maria Lysaker, File)
Commanders, Bears, Patriots among the biggest winners in NFL free agency so far
The NFL’s new year officially kicked off Wednesday, two days after teams began spending big money in free agency. The Washington Commanders, Chicago Bears and New England Patriots are among the biggest winners.
 
Running back AJ Dillon and Eagles agree on a 1-year contract, AP source says
Running back AJ Dillon and the Philadelphia Eagles have agreed on a one-year contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
 
Tight end Evan Engram and Broncos agree on 2-year, $23 million deal, AP source says
Tight end Evan Engram and the Denver Broncos have agreed on a two-year, $23 million contract. That’s according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
 
Browns agree on a 2-year, $20 million deal with defensive tackle Maliek Collins
The Cleveland Browns and defensive tackle Maliek Collins have agreed on a two-year, $20 million contract that includes $13 million fully guaranteed, agent Drew Rosenhaus told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
 
Guard Kevin Zeitler and the Titans agree on a 1-year, $9 million deal, AP source says
Guard Kevin Zeitler and the Tennessee Titans have agreed on a one-year, $9 million contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
 
Philadelphia Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson holds a newspaper after an Eagles win over the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)
Eagles are trading safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Texans for guard Kenyon Green, AP source says
The Philadelphia Eagles are trading safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Houston Texans for guard Kenyon Green and a swap of draft picks, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
 
Safety Jevon Holland agrees to a 3-year, $45.3 million deal with the Giants, AP source says
Former Miami Dolphins safety Jevon Holland has agreed to a three-year, $45.3 million contract with the New York Giants, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
 
Browns acquiring QB Kenny Pickett from Super Bowl champion Eagles, AP source says
The Cleveland Browns are acquiring quarterback Kenny Pickett from the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles, a person with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press on Monday.
 
Running back Najee Harris and cornerback Donte Jackson agree to deals with Chargers, AP sources say
Running back Najee Harris and cornerback Donte Jackson have agreed to contracts with the Los Angeles Chargers, two people with knowledge of the deals told The Associated Press.
 
Bengals agree to deals with defensive tackles B.J. Hill and T.J. Slaton, AP sources say
The Cincinnati Bengals strengthened the interior of their defensive line, agreeing on contracts with defensive tackles B.J. Hill and T.J. Slaton, two people with knowledge of the deals told The Associated Press.
 
Edge rusher Josh Sweat agrees to 4-year, $76.4 million deal with Cards, AP source says
Edge rusher Josh Sweat is heading to the Arizona Cardinals on a four-year, $76.4 million contract after helping the Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press.
 
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold looks to pass during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, File)
QB Sam Darnold agrees on a 3-year, $100.5 million deal with Seahawks, AP source says
Quarterback Sam Darnold has agreed on a three-year, $100.5 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.
 
QB Jimmy Garoppolo returning to the Rams to back up Matthew Stafford, AP source says
Jimmy Garoppolo is staying with the Los Angeles Rams to back up Matthew Stafford, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the team hasn’t announced the signing.
 
Pats bolster defense with Milton Williams, Robert Spillane, Carlton Davis, AP sources say
Defensive tackle Milton Williams, linebacker Robert Spillane, cornerback Carlton Davis and offensive tackle Morgan Moses have agreed to contracts with the New England Patriots, four people with knowledge of the deals told The Associated Press on Monday.
 
Texans agree on deals with rusher Darrell Taylor and receiver Braxton Berrios, AP sources says
Edge rusher Darrell Taylor and wide receiver Braxton Berrios have agreed to one-year contracts with the Houston Texans, according to two people with knowledge of the deals.
 
Bears bolster offensive and defensive lines with 3 additions, AP sources say
The Chicago Bears are adding more protection for Caleb Williams, agreeing on a deal with center Drew Dalman, and bolstering the defense by adding defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo, three people with knowledge of the deals told The Associated Press on Monday.
 
Bucs agree to deals with Chris Godwin, Haason Reddick, AP sources say
Chris Godwin is staying in Tampa Bay and two-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Haason Reddick is joining the Buccaneers, two people familiar with the terms told The Associated Press.
 
Pats agree on 3-year deal with edge rusher Harold Landry, AP source says
Edge rusher Harold Landry is reuniting with coach Mike Vrabel in New England, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press.
 
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