GB denied 2028 Olympics spot as USA and Canada win flag football world titles

The United States successfully defended the men's title at the flag football world championships on Sunday but lost the women's title to Canada, while Mexico's women and Canada's men earned qualification spots for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

Commanders quarterback Mariota injured in preseason Dolphins win

Steelers rookie Allar stars as McCarthy beats Packers on debut

Rookie Drew Allar starred in Mike McCarthy's first game as Pittsburgh Steelers head coach, throwing two touchdown passes and running for another in a 28-9 preseason win over the Green Bay Packers.

Three key storylines to look out for in NFL pre-season

All 32 teams are in action as the first full week of NFL pre-season gets underway live on Sky Sports - here are three key storylines to look out for ahead of the new season...

Jets' Stiggers in hospital after collapsing during practice

New York Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers was taken to a hospital by ambulance after he briefly lost consciousness during a joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Tuesday.

Gibbs' Lions deal makes him NFL's highest-paid running back ever

Jahmyr Gibbs is set to become the highest-paid running back in NFL history having agreed to a new three-year deal worth up to $75.7m (£56.3m) with the Detroit Lions.

Undrafted King leads Panthers to comeback win vs Cardinals in Hall of Fame game

Undrafted rookie quarterback Haynes King ran in on the final play to give the Carolina Panthers a 33-30 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame game that kicked off the NFL preseason on Thursday night. 

Falcons make Robinson highest-paid running back in NFL history

The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a three-year contract extension with Bijan Robinson that will make him the highest-paid running back in NFL history.

49ers coach Shanahan hurt in a car crash

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan was injured in a car crash earlier in July that will limit his participation at the start of training camp, the team announced Saturday.

Swift and Kelce get married in star-studded ceremony at MSG

The 'Love Story' between music megastar Taylor Swift and three-time Super Bowl champion Travis Kelce continued on Friday night with the pair married in a star-studded ceremony at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York.

Detroit Lions release Terrion Arnold after cornerback charged over kidnap polt

The Detroit Lions released NFL player Terrion Arnold on Monday, four days after the cornerback was charged with orchestrating the abduction and beating of three people, whom he had incorrectly suspected of stealing luxury goods as well as $100,000 in cash from him.

Former NFL running back Johnson reveals MND/ALS diagnosis

Chris Johnson, a former running back with the Tennessee Titans, New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals, has revealed he has been diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease/Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.

Lions player Arnold charged with leading kidnap plot and armed robbery

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been charged with leading a plot to kidnap and pistol-whip three people he believed had stolen from him.

Mahomes signs record-breaking $500m Chiefs contract

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has signed the NFL's first guaranteed $500m contract.

Former Seahawks quarterback Wilson announces NFL retirement

Ten-time Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson confirmed that he's retiring from the NFL to move into broadcasting by taking up an analyst role with CBS Sports in America.

Blockbuster NFL trades galore as Garrett, Brown, Beckham all move

The Cleveland Browns have agreed terms on a trade to send two-time defensive player of the year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams.

Packers running back Jacobs arrested on domestic abuse charges

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs is facing five criminal charges after police responded to a disturbance complaint involving him over the weekend.

Rodgers to retire after 2026 NFL season - 'This is it'

Aaron Rodgers has confirmed the 2026 season, his 22nd in the NFL, will be his last as he is set to retire.