Jason Witten coming out of retirement, will return to Cowboys for 2019 season

Jason Witten said the hardest thing about deciding to retire nine months ago was leaving football without winning a Super Bowl with the Dallas Cowboys. Now, the 36-year-old tight end is giving it another shot.

Patriots owner Robert Kraft pleads not guilty to prostitution charges

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has pleaded not guilty to two counts of misdemeanor solicitation of prostitution in a Florida case.

Roseman: Eagles won't franchise tag Nick Foles, allowing him to become free agent

The Philadelphia Eagles have decided not to put a franchise tag on backup quarterback Nick Foles, effectively allowing Foles to become a free agent.

Flyers trade Wayne Simmonds to Predators

Philadelphia Flyers right wing Wayne Simmonds has been traded to the Nashville Predators, according to multiple reports.

Goodell has wide-ranging powers to fine or suspend Kraft

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has wide-ranging powers to discipline teams, coaches, players, and, yes, owners.

Paris wants breakdancing to be Olympic event in 2024

From the streets of New York to the Olympic podium: Breakdancing's conquest of the globe seemingly knows no bounds.

Syracuse hoops coach Boeheim strikes, kills pedestrian on highway

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) - Police say Syracuse men’s basketball coach Jim Boeheim struck and killed a 51-year-old man walking outside his vehicle on a highway. Syracuse police say the man had been in a car with some others before midnight Wednesday after their vehicle crashed.

AP source: Machado, Padres agrees to $300M, 10-year deal

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that All-Star infielder Manny Machado has agreed to a $300 million, 10-year deal with the rebuilding San Diego Padres, the biggest contract ever for a free agent.

Joe Gibbs dedicates Daytona 500 victory to late son

Joe Gibbs closed his eyes during a tribute lap for his late son, while crew members raised a banner to honor the co-founder of Joe Gibbs Racing.

Denny Hamlin wins second Daytona 500 in four years

Denny Hamlin won the Daytona 500 for the second time in four years, leading a 1-2-3 sweep for Joe Gibbs Racing. 

Judge: Hernandez's child can't sue NFL over brain disease

The 6-year-old daughter of the late NFL player Aaron Hernandez missed a 2014 deadline to opt out of the league's concussion settlement and can't separately pursue a $20 million suit over his diagnosis of a degenerative brain disease, a judge ruled.

After getting big deal, Nola hopes for titles with Phillies

Aaron Nola hopes to win titles with the Philadelphia Phillies, and a $45 million, four-year contract will give him a chance.

Phillies still sizing up Harper, Machado, other free agents

With spring training underway, Philadelphia Phillies president Andy MacPhail is certain his team is built to win right now.

Austin Hill earns Truck Series victory in Daytona opener

Austin Hill blocked his way to his first career Truck Series victory in a crash-marred season-opener Friday night at Daytona International Speedway.

AP source: Alliance had conversation with former 49er Colin Kaepernick

A person with knowledge of the conversation tells The Associated Press that the new Alliance of American Football spoke with Colin Kaepernick during its development about joining the league. But Kaepernick wanted $20 million or more to consider playing with the league that had its debut last weekend. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Thursday because neither side has publicly...

Flyers captain Claude Giroux, wife Ryanne, expecting baby boy

Flyers' captain Claude Giroux and his wife, Ryanne, announced via social media on Thursday that the couple is expecting a baby boy.