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Jimmy Garoppolo is headed to the Rams to back up Matthew Stafford

Garoppolo, who is suspended the first two weeks, made six starts last season for the Raiders before getting benched midway through the season. He threw nine interceptions and seven TD passes.

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With Russell Wilson signed, Steelers trade quarterback Kenny Pickett to the Eagles

Pittsburgh receives a third-round pick in this year's NFL draft and two seventh-round choices in 2025 in exchange for Pickett and Pittsburgh's fourth-round pick this year.

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Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, hangs up his cleats at age 32

The 32-year-old Donald spent his entire 10-year career with the Rams, who drafted him in the first round in 2014 out of Pitt. The Pittsburgh native was selected for 10 Pro Bowls and eight All-Pro first teams.

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Former Titans coach and Patriots Hall of Fame linebacker Mike Vrabel lands with Browns

Vrabel, who will serve as an analyst and personnel consultant, helped Browns coach Kevin Stefanski and general manager Andrew Berry scout players two weeks ago at the NFL Combine.

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Cam Newton says workload with Patriots was ‘ridiculous,’ as was Boston traffic

Newton discussed his tenure with the Patriots during the latest episode of his “4th & 1″ YouTube show.

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Chargers further strip offense, trading wide receiver Keenan Allen to Bears

Allen’s trade and the release of Mike Williams on Wednesday leaves the Chargers and new coach Jim Harbaugh lacking an experienced wide receiver.

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Mac Jones says thank you, and farewell, to the Patriots and New England

The Jaguars quarterback took to social media to thank everyone for their support.

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Commanders, expected to draft quarterback at No. 2, ship Sam Howell to Seattle for picks

Howell started all 17 games for the Commanders during the 2023 season, threw 21 interceptions, and was sacked 65 times behind an offensive line that was ravaged by injuries and poor play.