The Saga Continues
Police return to Hernandez's home; man found dead identified
A man found dead in an industrial park about a mile from New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez's house was a semi-pro football player with connections to Hernandez, his family said Wednesday. State police also returned for the second day Wednesday to Hernandez's sprawling home in an upscale subdivision in North Attleborough. Full Story.(Photo: The Canadian Press)
Staying In San Fran
The San Francisco 49ers have signed defensive end Justin Smith to a two-year contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2015 season. General manager Trent Baalke said in a statement Wednesday that "this contract allows Justin to finish his career as a 49er!" Full Story.
Cost-Saving Measure
The Green Bay Packers have released linebacker Desmond Bishop. The move Monday was expected as a cost-saving measure. Bishop was due to make $3.464 million this season after missing all of last year with a hamstring injury. Full Story.
NFL Head Coaches
After a win they are geniuses, after a loss they are fools. Take a look at the NFL's 32 head coaches. Current NFL Head Coaches
Canadians In The NFL
Several Canadians played in the NFL this season, including Nate Burleson, Orlando Franklin, and Jon Ryan. Canadians In The NFL
Calendar
- August 3: Hall of Fame Inductions
- August 4: Hall of Fame Game - Cowboys vs. Dolphins
- September 5: Regular Season Opener - Ravens vs. Broncos
- January 4-5, 2014: Wild Card Weekend
- January 11-12, 2014: Divisional Playoffs
- January 19, 2014: Conference Championships
- January 26, 2014: Pro Bowl (Honolulu)
- February 2, 2014: Super Bowl XLVIII (New York)
- February 18-25, 2014: Scouting Combine (Indianapolis)
- March 11, 2014: Free Agency Begins
- May 8-10, 2014: NFL Draft (New York)
