In honor of Tom Brady’s birthday, USA TODAY Sports ran down the lengthy list of the Patriots QB’s accomplishments and highlighted some of the best.
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Franchise-tag roundup: Robbie Gould, Grady Jarrett get new deals; Texans’ Jadeveon Clowney doesn’t
49ers kicker Robbie Gould and Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett inked long-term extensions before Monday’s deadline, but Jadeveon Clowney didn’t.
Redskins QB Alex Smith sheds bulky brace on injured right leg
Redskins quarterback Alex Smith no longer requires the use of an external fixator as he continues his recovery from a right leg compound fracture.
NFL suspends Oakland Raiders guard Richie Incognito two games for personal conduct
The NFL will suspend four-time Raiders Pro Bowl guard Richie Incognito two games for a violation of the league’s personal conduct policy.
Megan Rapinoe’s speech among top moments from USWNT’s World Cup celebration in New York City
After the USWNT celebrated its World Cup title with a parade in NYC, star Megan Rapinoe delivered an impassioned speech about overcoming divisiveness.
NFL suspensions: Saints’ David Onyemata banned 1 game, Rams’ Aaron Neary out 4 games
The NFL will suspend Saints defensive tackle David Onyemata and Rams center Aaron Neary for violating the league’s substance abuse policy.
Study: Cowboys, Patriots have best fan bases among NFL teams
A professor at Emory ranked the Cowboys and Patriots as the top two fan bases in the NFL, based on a study using economic and marketing theory.
Jaguars DE Yannick Ngakoue to skip minicamp amid contract dispute
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Yannick Ngakoue has recorded 29 1/2 sacks the last three seasons but is scheduled to make just over $2 million.
Houston Texans fire general manager Brain Gaine in surprise move
The Houston Texans fired general manager Brian Gaine in a surprising move, with mandatory minicamp just four days away and a month after the NFL draft.
Odell Beckham Jr. defends his training schedule, decision to skip Browns’ OTAs
Odell Beckham Jr. said he knows what it takes to get to “top physical condition” and that sitting out OTAs would not hurt him.