
Browns, free agent LB Paul Kruger agree to deal
Paul Kruger rushed his way to a Super Bowl win, and on to a huge payday. Baltimore's sacks leader last season agreed to terms Tuesday on a five-year, ...
Manning set to be a Bronco for next 2 years
Peyton Manning knows where his paycheck is coming from and the Denver Broncos know who their quarterback will be for the next two years. The four-time ...
Bulls star Rose still not sure when he'll return
Derrick Rose is still not sure he'll play this season, saying that at this point the obstacles are more mental than physical as he tries to return ...

Tony Gonzalez says he's returning to Falcons
The Falcons have some big holes at the start of free agency. Tight end isn't one of them. Tony Gonzalez announced Tuesday he is returning for another ...

'Melo returning to Denver for 1st time since trade
Carmelo Anthony simply won't recognize these Denver Nuggets — even though he had just about everything to do with the makeup of their roster. The New ...

Manny Ramirez signs contract with Taiwan team
Manny Ramirez said Tuesday he is "starting a new beginning" after signing a short-term contract to play with the EDA Rhinos in Taiwan's professional ...

Kingsbury, Fleck lead wave of 30-something coaches
With spring football beginning on campuses around the country this month, six 30-something coaches are getting their first crack at running a program.

Boldin, Harvin traded as NFL free agency nears
On the eve of NFL free agency, trades involving top receivers Anquan Boldin and Percy Harvin grabbed the headlines. In an odd twist Monday, Boldin ...

49ers acquire WR Boldin from Ravens
Here's a Super Bowl twist: A guy who helped Baltimore beat San Francisco for the NFL title is now poised to join the 49ers. San Francisco acquired ...

AP Sources: Vikings trade Percy Harvin to Seahawks
Percy Harvin is headed to Seattle, and Adrian Peterson isn't happy about it. Harvin, Minnesota's moody and multi-talented young wide receiver, will ...

Flooded free agent market, but no superstars
The secret meetings and late-night flights on private jets might still be a part of this year's NFL marketplace. Ah, but for glam, glitz and pure mega ...

IndyCar's drivers eager to get back to work
It has been six long months since the last IndyCar race, when the focus was still on the drivers and the on-track product. The days since have been ...

Red Sox shut down Ortiz with sore heel, beat Rays
David Ortiz will be shut down for several days of spring training because of sore left heel, and the Boston Red Sox are hoping the break from baseball ...

Yankees closer Rivera says this is final season
Mariano Rivera and his family walked into the pavilion behind the third-base stands at Steinbrenner Field followed by his New York Yankees' teammates.

Steelers release LB James Harrison in cap move
James Harrison's snarling tenacity made the Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker one of the NFL's most intimidating players for nearly a decade. Big hits ...
NFL warns teams against tampering
The NFL has told its teams to adhere to rules against tampering as a new three-day window for negotiating with free agents opened Saturday.

Thibodeau says Rose 'not quite' ready to play
Injured Chicago Bulls superstar Derrick Rose is "not quite" ready to return from his knee injury, coach Tom Thibodeau said Friday. The 2011 NBA MVP ...

WR Hartline reaches deal to remain with Dolphins
Coming off his best season, Brian Hartline decided to stay put. The veteran receiver signed a five-year deal Friday for nearly $31 million to remain ...

How much could college stars earn in endorsements?
Money and Manziel are often mentioned together these days. When talk turns to insurance policies or trademark infringement lawsuits involving the ...

Bing's legacy clouded by emergency manager threat
In basketball and in business, Dave Bing never side-stepped a challenge. But the overwhelming weight of Detroit's financial problems and other ...
Craig, Cardinals reach $31M, 5-year deal
Allen Craig, coming off a breakout season with the St. Louis Cardinals, agreed Friday to a $31 million, five-year contract that could be worth $43 ...

Thunder hold off Smith, Knicks as Anthony sits
The Kevin Durant-Carmelo Anthony duel was postponed, though J.R. Smith filled in nicely — for three quarters. The Oklahoma City Thunder finally ...
Players' association gives OK to NHL realignment
The NHL moved a step closer to realignment Thursday as the players' association approved a proposed plan that is set to go into effect next season.

Saturday signs contract to retire with Colts
Indianapolis gave Jeff Saturday a chance to fulfill his NFL dream. On Thursday, he came back to thank the town and the team that embraced his ...

Financing terms reached for new Falcons stadium
Atlanta's mayor and Falcons owner Arthur Blank have agreed to financing terms for a new $1 billion, retractable-roof stadium to replace the ...