NFL, NFLPA Start Three-Strike System for Dangerous Plays
The NFL and NFLPA now combine five safety violations toward a one-game suspension, while adding fine refunds, coach meetings, club penalties and appeals.
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NFL approves reported record $9.612 billion Seahawks sale
NFL owners unanimously approved the reported record sale of the Seahawks to the Khosla family. The deal still needs to close, with Seattle expected to remain home.
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NFL Rookie-Signing Deadline Passes, Limiting 2026 Mobility for Unsigned Draft Picks
The NFL’s August 6 deadline has locked any drafted rookie who remained unsigned to the team that selected him through the 2027 draft, while clubs move toward preseason and roster-cut deadlines.
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NFL preseason opens with Hall of Fame Game as league sets key 2026-27 dates
The NFL’s 2026 preseason began Aug. 6 with Arizona facing Carolina, while the league’s new calendar sets roster, trade and meeting deadlines.
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NFL labor talks with referees break down as league prepares for possible replacement officials
Negotiations between the NFL and its referees’ union have reached an impasse ahead of the May 31 expiration of their collective bargaining agreement.
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NFL suspends Cardinals executive Ryan Gold indefinitely over gambling and draft-information violations
The NFL said an investigation found that Arizona Cardinals personnel executive Ryan Gold shared confidential information about 2026 draft selections and placed parlay bets on NFL and college games.