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NFL Referees Association gives grim update on CBA talks

The NFL’s collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the NFL Referees’ Association is set to expire at the end of May this year. Like with most CBA negotiations in other sports, there’s always the threat of both sides failing to get an agreement before the start of the season. Many hoped that it wouldn’t come to […] The post NFL Referees Association gives grim update on CBA talks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Saints’ biggest need to address in 2026 NFL Draft after failing to find it in free agency

The New Orleans Saints have operated all offseason under one goal, building the offense around quarterback Tyler Shough. After an impressive rookie debut, the Saints believe he is the answer to move their franchise forward. New Orleans’ biggest splash came in the form of new running back Travis Etienne. His addition has made Alvin Kamara’s […] The post Saints’ biggest need to address in 2026 NFL Draft after failing to find it in free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Arizona HC Tommy Lloyd sounds off on being mentioned for North Carolina job

The North Carolina Tar Heels are searching for a new head coach after firing Hubert Davis. Several big-name potential candidates have already shut down the possibility of accepting the job. Arizona Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd was asked about the UNC job, and opted to claim he’s fully focused on the 2026 NCAA Tournament. Lloyd, […] The post Arizona HC Tommy Lloyd sounds off on being mentioned for North Carolina job appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fanatics Flag Football Classic draws underwhelming TV audience

The NFL is invested in flag football being a big part of its future. Perhaps in that future, more people will be interested in watching it on television. The Fanatics Flag Football Classic, produced by Fanatics Studios, was hyped to the moon when Tom Brady announced he was “coming out of retirement” to headline the Read more... The post Fanatics Flag Football Classic draws underwhelming TV audience appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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Seahawks’ John Schneider shouts out Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s parents at contract presser

After winning the Super Bowl, the Seattle Seahawks rewarded Jaxon Smith-Njigba with a $168 million contract, making him the highest paid wide receiver in the NFL. For all his talent on the field, the Seahawks also recognized the person Smith-Njigba is off the gridiron. On Wednesday, the franchise had a press conference officially announcing the […] The post Seahawks’ John Schneider shouts out Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s parents at contract presser appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Harry Maguire close to Man United contract breakthrough: Defender, 33, on the verge of agreeing new one-year deal – but issues one key demand to Old Trafford bosses

CRAIG HOPE: The 33-year-old's current deal expires this summer and talks have taken place in recent weeks. We understand this would likely be a one-year deal.

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“It’s going to impact me big time”: JK Dobbins makes his feelings known about Broncos new OC Davis Webb after signing extension – sportskeeda.com

“It’s going to impact me big time”: JK Dobbins makes his feelings known about Broncos new OC Davis Webb after signing extension  sportskeeda.com

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"Lot of people buzzing": NFL Draft analyst namedrops Ty Simpson's Alabama teammate drawing interest from Chiefs during pro day – sportskeeda.com

"Lot of people buzzing": NFL Draft analyst namedrops Ty Simpson's Alabama teammate drawing interest from Chiefs during pro day  sportskeeda.com

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College football could shift start of season to ‘Week 0’ by 2027

The 2027 college football season could start one week before we’re all accustomed to. According to a report by Seth Emerson and Ralph D. Russo in The Athletic, administrators and coaches are “moving toward making a recommendation” to shift the start of the college football season up by one week, to what is now colloquially Read more... The post College football could shift start of season to ‘Week 0’ by 2027 appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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