• Yahoo Sports

    Jaylen Warren says Steelers' special teams coordinator has talked about Justin Fields returning kicks

    The new NFL kickoff rules might see the Steelers get creative when it comes to returns.

  • The Canadian Press

    Ezekiel Elliott believes he can still carry the load at running back in return to Cowboys

    FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Ezekiel Elliott's reunion with the Dallas Cowboys comes long after his days as a two-time rushing champion, presumably as part of a committee of running backs. The 2016 All-Pro isn't ready to settle for such a role just yet. “I think I still am a dominant guy,” Elliott told reporters at a Cowboys charity event Wednesday night, a day after signing a one-year deal worth up to $3 million. “I’ve got to go out there and prove that. That’s the motivation. I think you all know how

  • The Canadian Press

    Rams sign longtime Eagles backup RB Boston Scott to a 1-year contract

    THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Veteran running back Boston Scott agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams on Wednesday. Scott spent most of the past six seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, rushing for 1,295 yards and 16 touchdowns while catching 71 passes for 566 yards and another score. He played in 75 games, starting 12. The 29-year-old Scott is most famous for repeatedly having big games against the New York Giants, scoring 10 of his 17 career touchdowns against the Eagles' NFC Eas

  • The Canadian Press

    Illinois governor's office says Bears' plan for stadium remains 'non-starter' after meeting

    CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears' proposal to fund a new lakefront stadium remains a “non-starter," Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office said after top aides met with team officials on Wednesday. The Bears unveiled a nearly $5 billion plan calling for public funding last week for an enclosed facility to be built next to their longtime home at Soldier Field. Though the governor did not rule out more discussions, the team clearly is facing an uphill battle. “As the Governor has said, the current p