Author: Lorenzo Reyes, USA TODAY

Las Vegas Raiders DE Carl Nassib publicly came out as gay in June. Now he says it’s a “weight off (his) shoulders” as he focuses on football.

A medical examiner said former Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks died Sunday at the age of 24 after a fireworks accident.

Jonathan Toews, a 33-year-old captain for the Blackhawks, revealed it was chronic immune response syndrome that forced him to miss the 2021 season.

Olivia Moultrie, a 15-year-old soccer player, sued the National Women’s Soccer League, seeking to eliminate the enforcement of an age rule.

Christian Eriksen was stretchered off the field after collapsing in the first half, a scary scene in Copenhagen.

Paris is under an 11 p.m. curfew for COVID-19. A French Open match between two of the world’s best was granted an exception and ended with fans.

The Buccaneers have a goal of getting at least 85% of players vaccinated against COVID-19. Coach Bruce Arians is trying to make sure that happens.

Deshaun Watson may avoid fines because the Texans have cancelled their mandatory minicamp. The disgruntled QB was expected to skip camp.

Deshaun Watson may avoid fines because the Texans have cancelled their mandatory minicamp. The disgruntled QB was expected to skip camp.