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April 1, 2026
NFLPA: Player safety requires trained, pro refs
NFL player safety requires "trained, professional officials on the field," NFL Players Association executive director JC Tretter said in a statement Wednesday.
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March 31, 2026
NFL owners OK replacement ref contingency plan
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March 31, 2026
Payton: Flag football won't draw NFL players yet
After experiencing firsthand the nuances of flag football, Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton said Tuesday that he would be "surprised" if there are any NFL players on the United States team in the n...
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March 30, 2026
Vikings to exercise fifth-year option on Addison
The Vikings will exercise the fifth-year option on receiver Jordan Addison's contract, interim general manager Rob Brzezinski said Monday.
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March 30, 2026
Vikes expect Greenard to stay after trade rumors
Amid trade rumors that swirled earlier this offseason, Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday that he is planning for linebacker Jonathan Greenard to be on the roster this season.
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March 30, 2026
Sources: NFL set to begin hiring replacement refs
NFL owners are "alarmed" by the state of negotiations with the NFL Referees Association and have authorized staff members to begin hiring and onboarding replacement officials in the coming weeks, l...
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March 26, 2026
'What I'm thinking is arena football but outdoors': How Mike Repole is remaking the UFL
Repole is the man behind many of the UFL's changes, including smaller venues and the four-point field goal.
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March 25, 2026
Sources: Labor talks stop amid NFL-ref impasse
Labor negotiations between the NFL and NFL Referees Association broke off earlier than scheduled this week as the sides were unable to make progress toward a new collective bargaining agreement, so...
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March 24, 2026
NFL to consider rule tweaks for replacement refs
The NFL competition committee has finalized a series of wide-ranging rule change proposals to account for the growing possibility of a work stoppage amid tense collective bargaining negotiations wi...
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March 19, 2026
Vikings bring back Wentz, adding to QB depth
The Vikings agreed to terms with quarterback Carson Wentz on a one-year deal Thursday, adding to their depth in a key year for them at the position.
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March 18, 2026
NFL laying groundwork to hire replacement refs
The NFL is laying groundwork for hiring replacement officials this season if the league is unable to agree on a new collective bargaining agreement with the NFL Referees Association.
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March 12, 2026
Murray signs with Vikings following Cards exit
A day after the Cardinals officially released him, Kyler Murray signed a 1-year contract with the Vikings and will join former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy in the QB room in Minnesota.
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March 3, 2026
Sources: Vikings open to trading OLB Greenard
The Minnesota Vikings are open to trading outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard as the team seeks relief from being more than $43 million over the salary cap.
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March 1, 2026
Sources: Vikings to trade or cut Jones, Hargrave
The Vikings have informed running back Aaron Jones and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave that, barring a trade, they will be released at the start of the 2026 league year, sources told ESPN's Adam Sc...
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February 24, 2026
UFL making changes on field goal points, punts
For its 2026 season, which starts March 27, the UFL will award four points for field goals of at least 60 yards, and ban most punts inside of the opponent's 50.
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February 23, 2026
NFL mulls allowing replay officials to throw flags
The NFL competition committee is discussing the possibility of authorizing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts.
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February 23, 2026
McKay: Not expecting tush push ban proposal
NFL competition committee co-chairman Rich McKay said Sunday that he is not anticipating an attempt to ban the tush push this year.
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February 22, 2026
Former Purdue, NFL receiver Moore dies at 25
Former Purdue and NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore died Saturday at the age of 25, according to his college coach Jeff Brohm.
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February 10, 2026
Welcome to the offseason: What you need to know about key dates, biggest questions
The biggest offseason storylines for 2026, including players who might retire or be on the move.
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January 20, 2026
Trespassing charge vs. Vikings' Addison dropped
A Florida state attorney has dropped a misdemeanor trespassing charge against Vikings receiver Jordan Addison, according to court records.
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January 18, 2026
Key questions about close calls in Broncos' win over Bills
When is a catch a catch and how much contact draws a penalty flag were in dispute Saturday in Denver.
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January 13, 2026
Study: Ex-NFL player suicide rates rose in 2010s
Suicide rates among former NFL players rose between 2011 and 2019 compared to NBA and MLB players, according to a Harvard study.
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January 13, 2026
Vikings' Addison arrested; 3rd incident since '23
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison was arrested early Monday morning and charged with misdemeanor trespassing in Tampa, Florida, according to police records.
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