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Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson suspended for rest of season
The NFL suspends Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson is banned for the rest of the season following his child abuse case.
Nov 18, 15:35
National Hockey League stresses importance of conduct in light of NFL issues
National Hockey League commissioner Gary Bettman stresses the importance of players abiding by the code of conduct in light of the recent NFL scandal involving Ray Rice.
Sep 23, 10:07
Roger Goodell: "There will be changes"
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is adamant that changes will be made to the league's policy on personal conduct and abuse in the wake of several high-profile incidents.
Sep 20, 22:58
Roger Goodell: 'I handled Rice case poorly'
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell admits that he was wrong in the handling of the Ray Rice assault case and has vowed to make amends for his mistake.
Sep 20, 22:37
Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder backs Roger Goodell
Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder defends Roger Goodell after the NFL commissioner comes under fire for the league's handling of the Ray Rice assault case.
Sep 13, 23:41
NFL hires independent investigator for Ray Rice case
The NFL confirms that it has hired former FBI director Robert Mueller to investigate their handling of the Ray Rice domestic abuse scandal.
Sep 13, 21:51
NFL looking into Ray Rice video report claims
The NFL confirms that it will look into claims that a league executive was handed the Ray Rice video three months before its release.
Sep 10, 23:08
Report: NFL were sent Ray Rice video
A report claims that a law enforcement official handed a copy of the video that displays Ray Rice striking his wife in an Atlantic City hotel to the NFL three months ago.
Sep 10, 22:40
Roger Goodell: 'We couldn't obtain Ray Rice footage'
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell reveals that the league couldn't obtain the video displaying Ray Rice striking his wife before his initial punishment was handed out.
Sep 10, 22:19
NFL suspends Ray Rice indefinitely
The NFL confirms that running back Ray Rice has been suspended indefinitely from the league after a video emerges highlighting his assault on his wife earlier this year.
Sep 8, 22:34
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell defends Ray Rice suspension
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell believes that the length of Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice's suspension was right given all the circumstances of the case.
Aug 1, 22:50
Aldon Smith to meet with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell
Aldon Smith expects to meet with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on Friday to discuss his likely suspension for the new season.
Jul 31, 22:59
Pat Bowlen gives up control of Denver Broncos due to Alzheimer's
Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen steps aside from his position as he continues to fight Alzheimer's disease.
Jul 23, 21:43
Marcus Allen: 'Oakland Raiders should return to Los Angeles'
Former Los Angeles Raiders running back Marcus Allen says that he would like to see the Oakland Raiders return to LA.
Jul 19, 17:46
Jon Bon Jovi still interested in Buffalo Bills purchase?
Rock star Jon Bon Jovi reportedly submits paperwork confirming his interest in buying the Buffalo Bills.
Jul 19, 17:26
Roger Goodell: 'UK could have an NFL franchise in the next five or 10 years'
The NFL's commissioner Roger Goodell states that London or the UK could possibly have its own NFL franchise in the next five or 10 years.
Jul 18, 22:30
Levi Stadium suitable home for San Francisco 49ers and Oakland Raiders?
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell believes that the idea of Oakland Raiders sharing the new Levi's Stadium with the San Francisco 49ers is a viable option for both sides.
Jul 17, 23:40
Woody Johnson backs NFL playoff expansion idea
New York Jets owner Woody Johnson backs the proposed idea to expand the NFL playoffs from 12 teams to 14 to bring in the league in line with the NBA and the NHL.
Jun 22, 22:22
NFL Players Association executive DeMaurice Smith criticises Roger Goodell
NFLPA executive director DeMaurice Smith claims that there is disparity between the league's punishment of players and owners.
May 30, 17:06
Washington Redskins offer name change rebuttal
Washington Redskins general manager Bruce Allen responds to renewed calls for NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to force the franchise into a name change.
May 23, 23:44
NFLPA president Eric Winston questions NFL owner discipline
NFL Players Association president Eric Winston questions the NFL's discipline process for team owners.
May 23, 23:30
Ryan Clark hits out at "hypocrite" commissioner Roger Goodell
Washington Redskins safety Ryan Clark thinks that the way Roger Goodell handles NFL owners and players differently "shows the hypocrisy" of the league.
May 21, 22:26
NFL owners postpone talks over expanding playoffs
NFL owners table talks over extending the playoffs until October having failed to come to an agreement in their spring meeting.
May 20, 21:27
NFLPA's DeMaurice Smith: 'Players' safety key to expanded playoffs'
NFLPA executive director DeMaurice Smith warns the NFL and the owners of all 32 teams that the players' injury benefits must be considered if the playoffs are expanded.
May 19, 21:46
Cleveland Browns deny changing Johnny Manziel pick
Cleveland Browns head coach Mike Pettine laughs off suggestions that his side changed their 22nd overall Draft pick from Teddy Bridgewater to Johnny Manziel.
May 13, 22:04
Richard Sherman doubts ban for Donald Sterling if in NFL
Seattle Seahawks star Richard Sherman believes that the NFL wouldn't stand up to racism like the NBA.
May 8, 21:39
Roger Goodell: 'Buffalo Bills will need new stadium'
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says that he is keen for the Buffalo Bills to find a new stadium location and remain in the area.
May 7, 23:03
Roger Goodell: 'London NFL franchise is becoming more realistic'
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell insists that the prospect of an NFL franchise being based in London is becoming "more realistic".
May 6, 23:19
Roger Goodell: 'Draft venue could be moved'
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell reveals that the Draft could move away from New York City due to interest from other cities to stage the event.
May 5, 21:37
Senate Harry Reid calls for NFL to follow NBA's lead on race issues
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid thinks that the NFL could learn from the NBA in battles against racism.
Apr 30, 23:02
Roger Goodell: NFL has "bright future"
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is adamant that the game will only continue to grow in the coming years.
Apr 26, 21:32
Roger Goodell: 'Extended playoffs will increase competitiveness'
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell believes that expanded the playoffs from 12 teams to 14 teams will increase the competitiveness of the league.
Apr 25, 21:27
NFL: 'No extended playoff decision yet'
Roger Goodell says that a decision on extending the playoffs to 14 teams is unlikely to be made this season.
Apr 24, 22:01
John Mara suggests playoff expansion will not occur this season
New York Giants president John Mara thinks that any increase in the number of playoff teams is unlikely to be implemented for the upcoming campaign.
Apr 23, 21:59
NFL have "positive" talks over locker room conduct
The NFL and a number of team and union representatives hold "positive" talks over the issue of locker room atmosphere following last season's bullying scandal.
Apr 8, 23:03
Commissioner Roger Goodell says NFL playoff expansion idea "has support"
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says that introducing two more playoff places into the league would be great for all fans of the sport.
Mar 26, 21:21
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell hails Ralph Wilson
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell praises Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson for his contributions to the game following his death on Tuesday.
Mar 25, 23:39
Roger Goodell to analyse Jim Irsay incident
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell reveals that he will examine the facts before deciding whether to punish Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay following his arrest.
Mar 24, 21:47
League AGM to discuss multiple rule changes next week
Thirteen rule changes will be proposed at the NFL Competition Committee's AGM in Florida next week.
Mar 19, 22:37
Jerry Jones would back decision for NFL London team
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones reveals that he would support the decision to move an NFL franchise to London.
Feb 15, 21:19
