7 minutes ago

Patriots Replace Noncompliant Turf Before Preseason Opener

The Patriots are replacing the Hellas turf at Gillette Stadium after the surface was found to lack the NFL-required shock-absorbing “e-layer.” New England had switched from FieldTurf following the World Cup, but the Hellas surface was not NFL-approved. FieldTurf began installing a compliant replacement Sunday, with the work expected to finish before Thursday’s preseason opener against the Colts.

By Samnur Reza

Former Giants Assistant Coach Fred Hoaglin Dies at 82

Former Giants offensive line coach Fred Hoaglin, a key assistant under Bill Parcells, died Aug. 1 at age 82, according to the New York Post. Hoaglin coached New York’s offensive line from 1985-92, helping the team win two Super Bowls. The Giants went 79-48 in the regular season and 7-2 in the playoffs during his tenure, according to the report.

By Samnur Reza

about 1 hour ago

NFL Hall of Fame Game Draws Nearly 7 Million Viewers

The NFL’s Hall of Fame Game between the Panthers and Cardinals averaged 6.99 million viewers across NBC and Peacock, making it the most-watched preseason opener since 2021. The audience also surpassed the biggest regular-season MLB audience this year and every NHL telecast from last season.

By Sauvik Banerjee

about 1 hour ago

Sauce Gardner Sues Contractor Over $1.4 Million Real Estate Dispute

New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner is suing a Michigan construction company and its CEO, alleging they misled him in a Detroit real estate deal. Gardner claims he purchased a historic apartment building for more than $935,000 and later paid a $500,000 renovation deposit, but the promised work failed to progress. He is seeking the return of his money and additional damages.

By Sauvik Banerjee

about 8 hours ago

DeMeco Ryans: Marlin Klein's "Trajectory Is Pointing Up"

Ryans praised Klein's steady development in camp. "Marlin's progressed every single day. His trajectory is definitely pointing up. Seeing him make a lot of plays in the passing game," Ryans said. Despite still learning the offense, Ryans added, "For a rookie to be where he is at this point in camp, I'm very encouraged... he can be a big threat in the passing game."

By Shubham Bhargav

about 8 hours ago

Luke Steckel Calls Raiders "a Special Place"

Raiders tight ends coach Luke Steckel reflected on his three years with the franchise. "I've been so blessed to be a part of this franchise for three years. This is a special place," Steckel said. Having worked for four different teams in his career, he added, "There's just something different about wearing the silver and black."