The National Football League has set protocols for reopening team facilities and has told the 32 teams to have them in place by May 15.
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Patriots’ David Andrews has no restrictions after blood clots issue
New England veteran center says he believes the blood clot issue in his lungs that caused him to miss the 2019 season was a freak occurrence that he’s ready to put behind him.
Commentary: Don Shula should be remembered for more than wins
Success for athletes and coaches usually is measured by numbers, but that’s too limited in Don Shula’s case.
Chiefs’ Laurent Duvernay-Tardif putting medical degree to work during COVID-19 pandemic
Duvernay-Tardif has gone from the offensive line to the front line, using the medical degree he earned during the past few offseasons with the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs to help patients during the coronavirus outbreak.
Drew Brees, Tom Brady give NFC South top 2 all-time passers
The arrival of Brady in Tampa Bay has turned the division into what Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Quinn calls “Quarterback South.”
Earnest Edwards, Clay Cordasco sign as undrafted free agents
UMaine receiver/kick returner Earnest Edwards is headed to the Rams, and former Sacopee Valley player Clay Cordasco agrees to a deal with the Bengals.
Tampa mayor lightheartedly apologizes to Tom Brady
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor is poking fun at last week’s attention-grabbing incident involving Buccaneers new quarterback being ejected from a downtown park while working out.
Patriots may have lost Tom Brady, but Bill Belichick is still Bill Belichick
Many speculated New England would use its draft capital to move up in the first round and steal Tua Tagovailoa. With the first pick of the post-Brady era, Belichick traded back to take a Division II safety. The legendary quarterback bolted, but Belichick has stayed on brand.
Patriots’ David Andrews ready after missing 2019 with blood clots
New England Patriots center says he is ready to return after missing all of last season with blood clots in his lungs.
“Everything is on the table” for 2020 season, NFLPA says
Players’ union said they are considering a variety of options and would be receptive to any scenario conceived with the health and safety of players and the public in mind.