Kerrigan's retirement an end of era in Washington

Former Washington defensive lineman Ryan Kerrigan said it was "really cool" to see the response from fans and former teammates after he announced his retirement from football after 11 seasons in the NFL on Friday.

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Kliavkoff bullish on expanded CFP, maybe by '25

Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff said he is "really confident" that the College Football Playoff will be expanded and could see it happening potentially before the current contract ends following the 2025 season.

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Fantasy football mock draft: 10-team, 1/2 PPR, superflex

Our analysts gathered for our latest practice draft, which provided a twist by adding an OP spot, often reserved for a second starting QB.

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Russell Wilson shows up to Broncos training camp in own jersey | THE HERD

Russell Wilson got football fans' attentions when he was spotted walking his own jersey to the Denver Broncos' training camp. Wilson is not the only quarterback to go to camp with his own brand, along with Tom Brady's TB12 merch. Colin Cowherd reacts to Russ's decision and why he defends him.

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Commanders' Gandy-Golden, 2020 pick, retires

Commanders tight end Antonio Gandy-Golden retired from football Thursday morning, ending a brief career that began as a fourth-round pick in 2020.

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Iowa coach Ferentz: Sport in need of 'intervention'

Iowa's Kirk Ferentz, the nation's longest-tenured FBS head coach, said Tuesday at Big Ten media days that he's as concerned as he's ever been about the path college football is on right now.

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OSU AD: 'Can't ignore' potential of 16-team CFP

Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith said that while the notion of a 16-team College Football Playoff hasn't been discussed formally, it has come up consistently in the discourse surrounding how best to expand the CFP.

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College football schedule superlatives: Breaking down toughest slates, easiest paths and more

Who faces the biggest challenge out of the gate? Who has the most daunting road trips? And who has set themselves up for success -- at least on paper?

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Source: Packers extend LaFleur, GM Gutekunst

The Green Bay Packers quietly reached contract extensions with general manager Brian Gutekunst, coach Matt LaFleur and executive vice president/director of football operations Russ Ball this offseason, a league source told ESPN on Monday.

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Davante Adams clarifies Derek Carr 'Hall of Famer' comments | THE HERD

On the Las Vegas Raiders' first day of training camp, Davante Adams compared Aaron Rodgers and Derek Carr as 'Hall of Famers,' which created a stir across the football world. While Adams clarified his comments, Colin Cowherd defends Carr and explains why being 'the picture of adversity' will send him to Canton (also ranked as Tier 2 QB on The Athletic's Mike Sando's list).

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Will Kyler Murray live up to his $230.5M deal with Cards? | FIRST THINGS FIRST

In this 'No Huddle' segment, Nick Wright and the First Things First crew expound on the biggest news in football during the offseason. Last week, Kyler Murray signed a contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals for $230.5M, and while Chris Broussard says it was a move Arizona had to make, Nick explains why this decision may not age well.

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Bills' Saffold missing camp start after car crash

Bills offensive tackle Rodger Saffold is opening training camp on the non-football injury list after he injured his ribs in a car crash.

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Kyler Murray reaping rewards of choosing NFL over MLB

Kyler Murray's decision to play football over baseball was further proven correct following his extension, Colin Cowherd argues.

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Players talking more benefits with Big Ten leaders

Big Ten players and an independent players' association are talking to Big Ten officials about improved benefits and a bigger voice in college football's future.

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Kyler Murray's extension voids guaranteed money if he plays MLB | THE HERD

Kyler Murray had a choice as a young athlete to pursue baseball professionally, or take a stab at playing football. Similar to Patrick Mahomes and Baker Mayfield, the Arizona Cardinals QB chose football, and Colin Cowherd lays out why this $230.5M contract extension solidifies that was the right decision.

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NCAA:18 violations by Vols under ex-coach Pruitt

The NCAA says the Tennessee Volunteers football program committed 18 violations under former head coach Jeremy Pruitt, including nearly $60,000 in illegal benefits for players and recruits.

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College Football national title odds: Alabama, Ohio State, Georgia lead the way

The usual suspects have the best odds to win the national championship. Which one offers the best value, and what sleepers are worth a look? Our experts break it down.

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Dawgs, Smart reach new 10-year, $112.5M deal

Georgia coach Kirby Smart has agreed to a new 10-year, $112.5 million deal that, sources say, makes him the highest-paid coach in college football.

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Harsin says Auburn probe a personal attack

Coach Bryan Harsin said the investigation into the Tigers' college football program was a personal attack.

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Dabo brushes off offseason doubts over Clemson

Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney said he wasn't concerned about how the narrative around Clemson has changed this offseason, with the Tigers no longer considered a playoff shoo-in.

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Futures: Betting tips for 2022 conference title odds

Our analysts offer their betting advice on some of the top conference title races in college football.

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How New Orleans Saints' Jameis Winston can still be a franchise QB

This may be Jameis Winston's last chance to be a franchise QB, and that means taking care of the football, writes Eric D. Williams.

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USC most popular title pick at Vegas sportsbook

Alabama and Ohio State are attracting the bulk of the betting action around the nation, but the story is a little different at one Las Vegas sportsbook, where more money has been bet on USC to win the College Football Playoff than any other team.

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'With distance comes clarity': Bronco Mendenhall's time away from football, and what comes next

Last December, Bronco Mendenhall shocked much of the college football world by walking away from coaching. He said he needed time to regroup, recalibrate and refocus on his life away from the game. But he might just be ready to return to the game.

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College Football win totals: Why you should take these teams now

With the college football season right around the corner, our experts looked at some notable win total projections to offer early advice on which side to bet.

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Kiffin: NIL salary cap would help eliminate woes

Ole Miss' Lane Kiffin said that because there's no salary cap and because coaches can't be involved in directing NIL funds, college football has a "whole other set of problems."

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Former Browns, Steelers WR Switzer retires

Ryan Switzer, who had a five-year career in the NFL with the Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers, has retired from football.

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Inter Miami target Messi deal in future, exec says

Inter Miami's chief business officer has hinted at a move for Lionel Messi as they look to become a "reference point for football in the U.S.".

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After eight positions last season, football finally slowing down for Arizona Cardinals' Isaiah Simmons

The No. 8 overall pick in the 2020 draft is ready to take on a bigger leadership role, even if that means criticizing J.J. Watt.

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College Football futures -- Betting tips for the 2022 Heisman Trophy race

Our betting analysts break down the race for the 2022 Heisman Trophy and which plays offer the best value heading into the college football season.

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Five college football stars to put on your fantasy radar

Matt Bowen breaks down the top players in college football this season who could be future fantasy superstars.

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Ten Hag won't let touring get in the way of Man United preseason

Preseason tours often include significant media and marketing responsibilities, but at Man United, Erik ten Hag is focusing only on the football.

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How Cowboys flaws exposed by 49ers will impact this season | UNDISPUTED

The last time football fans saw the Dallas Cowboys they were coming off a Wild Card loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Dak Prescott was sacked five times and held to 254 passing yards while Ezekiel Elliott only managed to gain 31 rushing yards. The Athletic's Bob Sturm also called it Tyron Smith's worst game of the season. Skip Bayless breaks down how his Cowboys' flaws exposed by the Niners will impact this upcoming season.

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Justin Reid not worried about Patrick Mahomes-Tyreek Hill split | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Patrick Mahomes will not be throwing to Tyreek Hill this season. However, Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid is not worried about it, saying quote: 'The Chiefs offense is going to do what we always do.We’re going to come out, we’re going to put up 100 points. We have the greatest football quarterback in the game.' Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho debate whether the Chiefs' demise has been overhyped or not.

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Gundy jokingly asks why UT, OU in B12 meetings

Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy said that if he was the Big 12 commissioner, he wouldn't allow representatives from Texas and Oklahoma, who are leaving to join the SEC, to attend any of the conference's business meetings.

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Rob Gronkowski 'done' with NFL, even if Tom Brady calls again

Rob Gronkowski doubles down on his decision to retire. "I'm done with football," he said.

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Shut up and dance! Liverpool's wild new kit channels city's club culture

Liverpool embody Jurgen Klopp's "heavy metal football" but they will bring the spirit of house music to the Premier League with their new away kit.

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Dak Prescott says he is in 'the best shape of his life' | UNDISPUTED

Dak Prescott is feeling good going into this season. He told reporters he is quote: 'in the best shape I’ve ever been in.' The Dallas Cowboys' quarterback also raved about his recent trip to Miami with teammates ahead of training camp. Dak said the trip was about 60 percent football and 40 percent about bonding. Skip Bayless rates on a 1-10 scale how much this offseason will help his quarterback's performance.

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Blatter, Platini cleared of corruption at court

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and France football legend Michel Platini were both cleared of corruption charges by a Swiss court on Friday.

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Spain's Putellas out of Euros after tearing ACL

Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas has injured her knee ahead of the Women's European Championship, the Spanish football federation said on Tuesday.

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Eagles ranked as most talented team in NFC East ahead of Cowboys | UNDISPUTED

Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders told reporters last week that he thought Philly is an All-Star team after their offseason of new acquisitions. Pro Football Focus backed up the running back's take by ranking the Eagles roster seventh overall, by far the highest of any NFC East team. Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys did not come in until 16, Skip Bayles and Shannon Sharpe determine if Jalen Hurts and the Eagles are a threat to the Cowboys in the NFC East.

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Man City owners buy 11th club: How much success have they had around the world?

Italian club Palermo have become the 11th club to be taken over by City Football Group. But is joining the CFG family a guarantee of success?

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Sources: Ronaldo wants United exit to play UCL

Cristiano Ronaldo has requested to leave Manchester United this summer so he can play Champions League football, sources told ESPN.

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The SEC-Big Ten battle for college football supremacy is just beginning

USC and UCLA are leaving the Pac-12, and that means we are soon entering the era of two superconferences, as the SEC and Big Ten prepare to do battle.

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