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Texans officially sign LB Azeez Al-Shaair to extension

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:55:18 GMT

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The Houston Texans announced a three-year contract extension with Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair on Friday.

Terms were not disclosed but multiple reports put the total value at $54 million.

Al-Shaair is the third key defensive player to sign an extension this offseason. All-Pro defensive end Will Anderson Jr. got a three-year, $150 million deal and five-ti

Fifth-year options roundup: Bengals decline Myles Murphy

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:55:08 GMT

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Bengals defensive end Myles Murphy remains in the plans for Cincinnati's rebuilt defense, but the franchise passed on the fifth-year option in his contract for the 2027 season.

Murphy would have been guaranteed $14.5 million under terms of the option structure. The decision was made ahead of the Friday deadline for teams to exercis

Giants WR Darius Slayton (core surgery) to miss offseason program

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:55:20 GMT

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Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton underwent core muscle surgery after the 2025 season and won't participate in the majority of the offseason program.

The Giants expect him to be fully cleared for training camp and could still have interest in signing veteran free agent Odell Beckham Jr., the New York Post reported Thursda

Report: Texans, LB Azeez Al-Shaair reach 3-year extension

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:05:12 GMT

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Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension with the Houston Texans, NFL Network reported on Wednesday.

Financial terms were not disclosed for Al-Shaair, who became the second key defensive player to sign an extension with the team this month. All-Pro defensive end Will Anderson Jr. signed a three-year, $150 million deal ($1

D-backs' Eduardo Rodriguez aspires for more road success in clash vs. Brewers

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:19:12 GMT

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The Arizona Diamondbacks will look for left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez to continue his road success on Wednesday night when the team continues its three-game series the Milwaukee Brewers.

Rodriguez (2-0, 2.89 ERA) will oppose Milwaukee right-hander Brandon Sproat (0-1, 6.45).

The Brewers pounded out 15 hits and capitalized on six walks for a 13-2 victory in the

CONCACAF Champions Cup: Tigres gain edge on Nashville SC

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:25:13 GMT

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Angel Correa scored a long-range goal in the first half as Tigres UANL earned a 1-0 road win over Nashville SC on Tuesday in the first leg of a CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal series.

The second leg of the two-match, total-goal series is scheduled for May 5 in San Nicolas de los Garza, Mexico.

In the 33rd minute, Correa received the ball just above the top of

Brewers' Jackson Chourio, Andrew Vaughn on track to return next week

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:40:39 GMT

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Brewers left fielder Jackson Chourio and first baseman Andrew Vaughn are both set to begin rehab assignments with Triple-A Nashville on Wednesday ahead of projected May 4 returns to the major league level, the team announced Tuesday.

Both Chourio and Vaughn have been sidelined since at least Opening Day with broken bones in their left hands.

Chourio was pla

Patriots captains offer little insight on Mike Vrabel's speech to team

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:40:28 GMT

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New England Patriots captains Hunter Henry and Robert Spillane are pleased with the energy Mike Vrabel has brought to the team this week, but didn't offer opinions about the coach's highly-discussed off-the-field issues.

Vrabel skipped Saturday's third and final day of the NFL draft for a counseling session and returned to the team Monday as the Patriots continue

Predators sign KHL star Vitali Pinchuk for 2026-27

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:19:12 GMT

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The Nashville Predators signed forward Vitali Pinchuk to a one-year, entry-level deal for the 2026-27 season on Monday.

The 24-year-old Belarus native finished third in the KHL in goals (31) and tied for sixth in points (66) in 2025-26.Pinchuk played in 65 games for Dinamo Minsk this season and was selected to his third KHL All-Star Game.

The 6-foot-3, 203-po

How Much Does an LLC Cost Per Year? Full Breakdown (Fees, Taxes, Hidden Costs)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:45:31 GMT

HT Syndication

New Delhi [India], April 27: The first number most people Google before forming an LLC is the state filing fee. That number matters for about five minutes - roughly the time it takes to realise the yearly cost is a different question with a very different answer.

Formation is a one-time event. Running an LLC is a subscription. And the subscription price varies more than most founders expect.<

SCOTUS ruling tied to Voting Rights Act may impact TN redistricting

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:18:40 GMT

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a major ruling that civil rights advocates say could weaken minority voting power nationwide, including in Tennessee.

The decision overturns a majority-Black congressional district in Loui

Statewide data tool gauges quality of life in Tennessee

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:11:37 GMT

A new county-level data dashboard breaks down the factors contributing to livability across Tennessee.

The Tennessee Livability In

Report: New gas-fired power plants could pose risk for Mississippians

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:29:14 GMT

Mississippi Power operates both coal- and gas-fired power plants across the state and there has been a recent push nationwide to increase the number of power plants in operation to meet a surge in demand, including for new data centers coming online.

Proponents said methane, mar

Breaking Down the Chiefs 2026 Undrafted Free Agent Class

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:42:04 GMT

The Chiefs signed 20 rookie free agents following the conclusion of the NFL Draft

Matt McMullen

The Kansas City Chiefs will host dozens of rookies at the team facility this weekend for a three-day "minicamp," or series of practices, ahead of the full-team Organized Team Activities (OTAs) that will begin later this month.

Those in attendance will include the Chiefs' seven draftees, but also a handful

HOUSTON TEXANS SIGN LB AZEEZ AL-SHAAIR

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:03:27 GMT

HOUSTONThe Houston Texans have signed LB Azeez Al-Shaair to a contract extension, the team announced today.

Originally signed by the Texans as an unrestricted free agent in 2024, Al-Shaair has appeared in 27 games and totaled 173 tackles (93 solo), nine quarterback hits, eight tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks, 13 passes defensed, two interceptions, three forced fumbles and one fumble recovery in his t

HOUSTON TEXANS SIGN PRO BOWL LB AZEEZ AL-SHAAIR TO EXTENSION

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:03:27 GMT

HOUSTONThe Houston Texans have signed LB Azeez Al-Shaair to a contract extension, the team announced today.

Fast Facts: Sam Roush

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Gabby Hajduk

Tight end Sam Roush, the 69th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, talks withChicagoBears.comabout who is on his tight end Mount Rushmore, how quickly he can solve a Rubik's Cube, what is on the top of his bucket list and more.

What are you most excited to see or do in Chicago?

I know it's an amazing city. There's some touristy spots like The Bean. I think there's some big

Browns officially break ground on new Huntington Bank Field

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:02:05 GMT

The new enclosed stadium and Phase 1 of the mixed-use development are set to open in 2029

Kelsey Russo

The Haslam Sports Group (HSG) alongside a joint venture of AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company and HKS today announced the groundbreaking of the new Huntington Bank Field, the future home of the Cleveland Browns starting in the 2029 season. The groundbreaking ceremony held at the new site in Brook

Get to know Ty Simpson

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:30:55 GMT

Stu Jackson

The Rams used the 13th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to select Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson.

Here are five things fans should know about him:

1) Baseball background

A standout, versatile baseball player, Simpsontold the The Jackson (Tennessee) Sun in 2021that growing up, he thought he'd end up playing baseball for Ole Miss, Mississippi State or LSU.

The two-spor

All-around game, high-impact consistency defined Clay Matthews

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Super Bowl-turning play just one moment in a great career

Cliff Christl

Clay Matthews

Inducted: 2024

Linebacker: 2009-18

Height: 6-3; Weight: 255

College: Southern Cal, 2005-08

Honors:

NFL All-Decade Team: 2000s

Associated Press All-Pro Team (chosen since 1940): 2010

Pro Bowl Selection (played from 1950-2022): 2009, '10, '11, '12, '14, '15

Detailing Cowboys' scouting process to land Caleb Downs

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:22:12 GMT

Tommy Yarrish

FRISCO, TexasAs Cowboys southeast area scout Eric Ellingworth was going through his region before the 2023 NFL Draft, he stopped at East Tennessee State and chatted with running backs coach and pro liaison Gary Downs.

His trip was in part to see Jacob Saylors, an ETSU running back who went undrafted in 2023 and now plays for the Detroit Lions. While there, he learned about Gar

5 Things to Know About Vikings 3rd Round Draft Pick Jakobe Thomas

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:24:35 GMT

Craig Peters

EAGAN, Minn.The Vikings utilized a third-round pick they received from the Eagles as part of the compensation for outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard (Minnesota also got a 2027 third-rounder as part of the deal) to add safety Jakobe Thomas.

The defensive back is listed at 6-1 1/4 and 211 pounds and comes to Minnesota on the heels of helping the Miami Hurricanes reach the CFP N

Titans President of Football Operations Chad Brinker Steps Down

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:20:18 GMT

Jim Wyatt

NASHVILLETitans executive Chad Brinker is leaving the organization.

"It has been an honor to serve as President of Football Operations of the Tennessee Titans," Brinker said in a statement. "Over the years, I've understood and embraced my role as the leader of the football strategy, but as I've spent less time in personnel, I have a renewed conviction that it is time to return to

10 things to know about Colton Hood & Malachi Fields

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:05:00 GMT

Matt Citak

Following theirtwo selections in the top 10, the Giants made another two picks on Day 2 of the draft.

With the fifth pick in the second round (No. 37 overall), the Giants selected Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood. They then made a trade, giving up their fourth-round pick (No. 105), fifth-round pick (No. 145) and next year's fourth-round pick for the No. 74 overall pick, which they used on Notre D

Wrapping the Draft: Looking Back, Looking Ahead

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:23:19 GMT

John Oehser

JACKSONVILLESenior writer John Oehser looks back and ahead at the Jaguars following the 2026 NFL Draft, including them exercising RTAnton Harrison's fifth-year option and their emphasis on tight ends this past weekend.

1. New wrinkle.The Jaguars this past weekend selected two tight ends in the same draft for the first time in franchise history, with both selecti

Grading the Panthers' 2026 Draft Class

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:59:36 GMT

CHARLOTTE The 2026 NFL draft has come to a close and the Carolina Panthers have welcomed seven new faces to the team. From first-round selectionMonroe Freelingto seventh-rounderJackson Kuwatchand every pick in-between, the Panthers came away with a class that many national pundits graded out as an A.

Let's take a look at some of those grades along with the analysis of the Panthers draft class.

PFF

2026 Draft Grades: What they're saying about the Raiders' draft class

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:00:20 GMT

Raiders.com Staff

Danny Kelly, The Ringer

Grade:A+

Analysis:"It obviously helps a lot to have the first pick in the draft, but the Raiders knocked their entire draft out of the park. Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza was the no-brainer selection for this team at the top of the draft and offers the promise of stability at the quarterback spot for years to come. I

Jacksonville Jaguars 2026 Draft Class

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:58:47 GMT

The Jaguars' 2026 draft class is complete. Get familiar with Jacksonville's 10 selections:

Jaguars 2026 NFL Draft Selections:

Click name to jump to player

Round 2 | Pick 56:TE Nate Boerkircher | Texas A&M

Round 3 | Pick 81:DT Albert Regis | Texas A&M

Round 3 | Pick 88:OL Emmanuel Pregnon | Oregon

Round 3 | Pick 100:DB Jalen Huskey | Maryland

Round 4 | Pick 119:DE Wesl

Solar ranch in Tennessee aims to prove grazing cattle under the panels is a farmland win-win

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:02:55 GMT

CHRISTIANA, Tenn. (AP) - From a distance, the small solar farm in central Tennessee looks like others that now dot rural America, with row upon row of black panels absorbing the sun's rays to generate electricity.

But beneath these panels is lush pasture instead of gravel, enjoyed by a small herd of cattle that spends its days munching grass and resting in the shade.

Silicon Ranch, which owns the 4

Tennessee National Guard can deploy for task force

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:14:29 GMT

Read the ruling here.

Read our prior coverage of this task force here.

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