Patriots owner Robert Kraft went to Pittsburgh ahead of his team so he could attend Tree of Life Synagogue -- where 11 people were killed in October. ... read more
UCF's Josh Heupel, Notre Dame's Brian Kelly and Alabama's Nick Saban are the three finalists for The Associated Press national college football Coach of the Year award. ... read more
FIU running back Shawndarrius Phillips won't travel with his team to the Makers Wanted Bahamas Bowl after he was arrested on Dec. 12 on a domestic violence charge. ... read more
Despite being fired by the Raiders this week, former general manager Reggie McKenzie is a recommended GM hire by the NFL's career development advisory panel, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. ... read more
With rookie Lamar Jackson taking over at starting quarterback, the Ravens are in an advantageous place if they wish to move on from Joe Flacco. ... read more
Cowboys right guard Zack Martin will miss Sunday's game against his hometown Colts, the first game he's sat out at any level -- high school, college or in the NFL. ... read more
