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McCarthy, the former Michigan quarterback, was cleared to take part in individual drills but not full-team work.

The NFL has announced that it will use a special football to commemorate the 250th year of the American experiment. Starting in Week 18, the first games to be played in 2026, a ball with a smaller NFL shield next to an “America 250" message will be used for all games.

In 2015, Strahan expanded his portfolio by launching the Michael Strahan Brand, a lifestyle and apparel company. The brand features several product lines under his name, including MSX by Michael Strahan for everyday clothing, Collection by Michael Strahan for formal wear, and Michael Strahan™ for men’s grooming products.

Curious to see if the Lions can get their run game going against Green Bay on Thanksgiving. Week 1 GB held Detroit to some of their lowest output of the season in rushing yards, EPA/carry, Adjusted Yards before Contact, etc. GB isn't the biggest team, so is this a Lions mash game pic.twitter.com/MFZJgAFkU1

Tom Brady’s son Jack, 18, towered over his dad in rare snaps with New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns. The NFL legend and Towns posted a joint Instagram carousel of the three of them doing some basketball drills on Tuesday.

The New England Patriots will place left tackle Will Campbell on injured reserve and sign cornerback Miles Battle to the 53-man roster, head coach Mike Vrabel told reporters Wednesday. Campbell had to be carted off in the second half of a Week 12 win over the Cincinnati Bengals with a knee injury.