MIAMI — The Dolphins traded two of their best 2024 performers to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday, a blockbuster deal that returns former Dolphins first-round pick Minkah Fitzpatrick to Miami.

Miami dealt two disgruntled players — former All Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey and tight Jonnu Smith — and a 2027 seventh-round pick to the Steelers...Read more

MIAMI — The Dolphins and Steelers’ midday Monday trade splashed across the front of the ESPN website with one of those red-banner "breaking news" alerts. That was partly because Jalen Ramsey for Minkah Fitzpatrick marked the NFL’s first swap in 21 years in which two players changing uniform had each been named an All-Pro at his position.

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PITTSBURGH — So often with the teams we follow, we search for linear fits. This player addresses that need. If there's too much of one thing, give it up to get something else. And my personal favorite: trading the bad and acquiring good.

What the Steelers did Monday, however, doesn't fit those descriptors. It was unique, fun and aggressive �...Read more

MIAMI — Whether it’s a luxury item on sale at a high-end store, a Publix BOGO (buy one, get one free) sale, or a young player locked up for a cheap salary the next couple of seasons, a good deal is a good deal.

Bargain shopping is a universal hobby that crosses every genre, and that includes sports. And this season, based on the youth ...Read more

TAMPA, Fla. — Tell me, which do you prefer:

A madman on the sideline? A head coach who screams at referees, gets in the face of his players and generally behaves as if the result of a football game will alter the course of mankind?

Or are you OK with just winning games?

Tell me, which do you prefer:

A provocateur at the podium? A head ...Read more

It’s the offseason, a time to sell hope and optimism mixed with a bit of reality, so here’s a scenario to consider: There’s a legit, logical way that the Dolphins finish with 10, 11 or even 12 wins this season.

Admittedly, it’s unlikely.

But there are three keys to getting 10, 11 and 12 wins, we’ll discuss each after setting the ...Read more

Star 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir was arrested in Los Angeles on Thursday night and charged with a misdemeanor count of resisting arrest.

Lenoir, 25, was released from jail on Friday and has an L.A. court date set for July 25; 49ers training camp opens July 22.

Lenoir, a fifth-round pick from the 2021 draft, received a $92 million, five-...Read more

A New Orleans man who allegedly did an unauthorized demonstration during Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show at this year’s Super Bowl has been arrested in the Big Easy, weeks after he was allegedly shot by former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown.

Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, 41, a hired halftime performer, turned himself in to Louisiana State ...Read more

PHILADELPHIA — On Wednesday afternoon in Sea Isle, N.J., Cami and Dillon Amatucci received a late wedding gift. But it wasn’t the usual home essentials or custom wine bottles. Instead, the couple witnessed Jason Kelce rip off his shorts to reveal an American flag Speedo with a familiar looking bald eagle placement.

“It was awesome,” ...Read more

SEATTLE — There are no banners to show for it, no rings because of it, and no parades on the horizon. But more than three years after it happened, one of the smartest trades in Seahawks history continues to look like one of the most necessary.

It isn't news that in March of 2022, the Seahawks dealt Russell Wilson to the Broncos for two first-...Read more

BALTIMORE — Justin Tucker’s Ravens career came to a shocking end in May when Baltimore released him amid an NFL investigation into voluminous sexual misconduct allegations brought against the kicker earlier this year. Now, the league has delivered its verdict on that investigation.

Tucker, 35, has been suspended for 10 games for violating ...Read more

TAMPA, Fla. — On the sideline and in news conferences, Todd Bowles is stoic and steady. But away from the cameras, he can be sarcastic and silly.

“I don’t think the general public and the fans truly know Todd’s personality,” Bucs general manager Jason Licht said. “Todd is very stoic the way he carries himself. But in here he’s ...Read more

We need to clarify something about the Miami Dolphins and coach Mike McDaniel — this isn’t a toxic environment.

If you believed the social media quote falsely attributed to former offensive Dolphins tackle Kendall Lamm over the weekend — Lamm issued a denial Monday, saying he wouldn’t trash the Dolphins, and I believe him 100% — you ...Read more

PITTSBURGH — The easiest story to write in the offseason about a player is that he is in the best shape of his life.

Believe me. As a former beat reporter, that was always one of the go-to stories and it still is for those covering the teams and looking for a fresh angle when no games are being played. It usually involves someone dropping a ...Read more

BALTIMORE — It’s time for the Ravens to win serious championships.

Winning two straight AFC North titles is OK, but I’m talking about major hardware here, like the Lamar Hunt Trophy as the AFC champion and Super Bowl 60. If the Ravens lose that one, that can be tolerated, but anything less is a failure.

Remember, this is Baltimore, not ...Read more

SEATTLE — The Seahawks added to their cornerback depth by bringing back a name from the past — Shaquill Griffin.

Griffin’s agency, Exclusive Sports Group, broke the news Wednesday morning on social media that he agreed to terms with the Seahawks. The NFL Network reported it is a one-year deal with a base value of $3 million that can be ...Read more

MIAMI — “A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.”

Mark Twain supposedly said that, but there are some sites, sources, pundits who claim the “Huckleberry Finn” author actually didn’t.

“The truth has no defense against a fool determined to believe a lie.”

Twain supposedly said that ...Read more

DENVER — A summer 2024 arbitration ruling shed unique light on the Broncos’ 2022 contract extension negotiations with former quarterback Russell Wilson, including the quarterback’s initial contract ask and owner and CEO Greg Penner questioning why an immediate long-term deal was necessary.

The document, reported on extensively and ...Read more

PITTSBURGH — It does not appear the Steelers will need to worry about another protracted pursuit of Aaron Rodgers in 2026.

The QB made one of his periodic appearances on “The Pat McAfee Show” on Tuesday and signaled he intends to retire after the season and make it his first and only in Pittsburgh.

“Yeah, I’m pretty sure this is it,�...Read more

LOS ANGELES — Darrell Doucette didn't mean any disrespect. All the U.S. flag football star wanted to do in an interview that went more viral than any of his numerous highlights was to fight for his sport.

So when he told TMZ in 2024 that he is "better than Patrick Mahomes" at flag football for his IQ of the sport, the generally soft-spoken ...Read more