At the end of the NFL preseason, we take a closer look at the Trey Lance trade, roster cutdowns, Anthony Richardson and the new kickoff rule.
Author: Jarrett Bell, USA TODAY
5-foot-5 rookie RB Deuce Vaughn’s potential impact for Cowboys is anything but small
At 5-foot-5, Deuce Vaughn has had doubters his whole life given his height. But the rookie is making believers out of the Cowboys.
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Aaron Rodgers’ playful trash talk with Panthers fan sets tone for Jets’ joint practice
Aaron Rodgers likely won’t play this preseason, but that didn’t stop the QB from having fun during the Jets’ joint practice with the Panthers.
With Sean Payton’s help, Russell Wilson can run away from his disastrous Broncos debut
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Dan Snyder’s NFL legacy: An owner who did wrong at every turn
In his 24-year run, Daniel Snyder turned Washington from one of the NFL’s most storied franchises to an embarrassment for the league.
NFL running backs are getting stiff-armed on pay. There’s no easy fix for the problem.
Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs didn’t land long-term deals on Monday, which further emphasized the depressed market for NFL running backs.
DeMaurice Smith’s legacy: Right man at right time to lead NFL players union
DeMaurice Smith was no stranger to scrutiny during his run leading the NF Players Association, but his key achievements are undeniable.
NFL notebook: Explaining hitch in Commanders’ sale process and more from owners’ meetings
From the Commanders’ pending sale to Tom Brady’s new role as part-owner of the Raiders, Jarrett Bell gives the scoop from the NFL owners’ meetings.
NFL’s kickoff fair-catch rule change isn’t a surefire score for a persistent problem
While the NFL is looking to curb concussions by reducing the number of kickoff returns, a contentious rule change might not have the desired effect.