For Cowboys free agent Eric Rogers, avoiding trouble is a way of life

For Cowboys free agent Eric Rogers, avoiding trouble is a way of life

Rogers' family members in Duarte had gang ties, but his mother inspired him to work hard and dream big. After outstanding years at Cal Lutheran, the wide receiver is working to beat the odds again.

Bill Belichick says Patriots will move forward

New England Coach Bill Belichick says the Patriots will learn from the 'terrible experience' of the Aaron Hernandez situation.

Redskins' Robert Griffin III cleared to practice

The quarterback hopes to be ready to play in Week 1 after undergoing reconstructive knee surgery in the offseason.

Buccaneers trade cornerback Eric Wright to 49ers

San Francisco trades a 2014 draft pick for Eric Wright, who was suspended for a drug-policy violation last year and was arrested in L.A. last week.

Houston Texans finally might get chance at AFC championship game

Houston, which is the only NFL team to never reach that height, has made a slow but recently steady ascent, and the AFC isn't populated with powerhouse teams.

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New details in Aaron Hernandez case

New details in Aaron Hernandez case

Associate says Hernandez admitted to shooting Odin Lloyd, according to documents filed on Tuesday.

Giants receiver Victor Cruz extends deal

Giants receiver Victor Cruz extends deal

The standout pass-catcher signs a five-year deal that is worth $43 million, according to reports.

Jim Brown, Buddy Miley represent two vastly different sides of football

Jim Brown, Buddy Miley represent two vastly different sides of football

Jim Brown attained glory as an NFL great. Buddy Miley suffered a catastrophic injury playing the game. Brown's role in a lawsuit evokes memories of Miley.

Man waives extradition in charge related to Aaron Hernandez murder case

Man waives extradition in charge related to Aaron Hernandez murder case

Ernest Wallace faces an accessory charge related to the murder case against former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez.

Two more suspects arrested in Aaron Hernandez case

Two more suspects arrested in Aaron Hernandez case

Carlos Ortiz, Ernest Wallace had been identified as being with Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez and Odin Lloyd the night of Lloyd's shooting death.

Former Patriots player Aaron Hernandez denied bail on murder charge

Former Patriots player Aaron Hernandez denied bail on murder charge

Prosecutors say Aaron Hernandez orchestrated the killing of friend Odin Lloyd. The judge says the prosecution's case is circumstantial but 'very, very strong.'

Patriots quickly cut ties with Aaron Hernandez after his arrest

Patriots quickly cut ties with Aaron Hernandez after his arrest

The NFL team says it 'is simply the right thing to do' after the talented tight end is taken into custody Wednesday morning. Hernandez, 23, is charged with first-degree murder in the death of a 27-year-old semipro football player.

Aaron Hernandez loses endorsement deal amid homicide investigation

Aaron Hernandez loses endorsement deal amid homicide investigation

Bubba Watson takes a two-stroke lead in the Travelers Championship.

Frank McCourt could be sole landlord if NFL comes to Dodger Stadium site

Frank McCourt could be sole landlord if NFL comes to Dodger Stadium site

Previously unreleased details of the sales agreement with Guggenheim show that McCourt will play a key role in whether the NFL returns to L.A. — and he will profit either way.

NFL stadium at Chavez Ravine tough sell with Frank McCourt in the mix

NFL stadium at Chavez Ravine tough sell with Frank McCourt in the mix

Documents show the former Dodgers owner has the option to buy back Dodger Stadium land if another sports facility is built there. That doesn't bode well for an NFL deal at the site.

Ravens release Vonta Leach after failing to agree on new deal

Ravens release Vonta Leach after failing to agree on new deal

Leach, an All-Pro fullback, is the latest starter to leave Baltimore after its Super Bowl victory. Leach and the team could not agree on a restructured contract.

Tim Tebow and Patriots, an unholy alliance? Well, it could work

Tim Tebow and Patriots, an unholy alliance? Well, it could work

The NFL's most devout figure has joined its most Machiavellian organization. A strange fit, sure, but they might be just the team to bring the best out of him.