Nike suspends sponsorship of Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson amid allegations

Twenty-two civil lawsuits have been filed against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson in which women accuse him of assault and harassment during massage sessions.

49ers hires first director of diversity, equity and inclusion

Christina Jefferson comes to the 49ers after six years with Sephora spending most of that time leading their diversity and inclusion efforts company-wide.

49ers trade up for No. 3 pick from Dolphins, Garoppolo's future uncertain

The San Francisco 49ers have made a big move to grab their quarterback of the future by trading up with Miami for the No. 3 pick in next month's draft.

AP source: Slot cornerback K'Waun Williams returns to 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers have brought back another key piece for their roster, agreeing to a one-year deal to retain slot cornerback K'Waun Williams.

Amazon signs deal to stream Thursday night NFL games

The NFL will nearly double its media revenue with new agreements, including a deal with Amazon Prime Video that gives the streaming service exclusive rights to “Thursday Night Football” in 2022.

49ers hand Trent Williams richest contract ever at OL

The San Francisco 49ers locked up their biggest potential free agent for the long term by agreeing to give star left tackle Trent Williams the richest contract ever for an offensive lineman.

Sexual assault lawsuit filed against Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson

Houston Texans Quarterback Deshaun Watson is facing allegations of sexual assault in a lawsuit filed on behalf of a female masseuse.  

49ers and Trent Williams agree to record deal, according to repots

The eight-time Pro Bowler will receive a $30.1 million signing bonus. Trent Williams, 32, becomes the highest-paid offensive lineman in the NFL.

Record-setting Saints quarterback Drew Brees announces retirement at 42

Saints quarterback Drew Brees, the NFL's leader in career completions and yards passing, has decided to retire after 20 NFL seasons, including his last 15 with New Orleans.

49ers agree to 2-year deal with Emmanuel Moseley

The San Francisco 49ers have locked up one of their key cornerbacks before the start of free agency by agreeing to a two-year contract with Emmanuel Moseley before he became a restricted free agent.

Maia Chaka becomes 1st Black woman named to NFL's officiating staff

The National Football League announced Friday Chaka would be joining its roster of game officials for the 2021 season. She’s the first Black woman to join the league’s officiating staff.

Aaron Rodgers donates $1M to his hometown of Chico during pandemic

All 80 of those businesses will receive grants through the Aaron Rodgers Small-Business COVID-19 Fund at North Valley Community Foundation in Chico. The grants will total over $1 million. These grants will help cover rent for an average of three months or longer, and they also will assist in other operational costs.

Louis Nix, missing Notre Dame, NFL player, is found dead: report

Louis Nix, a former NFL defensive lineman who was a college standout at Notre Dame has been found dead after going missing earlier this week.

NFL players allowed to proceed with suit against league for alleged negligence

Former NFL players allege that during their careers they were repeatedly given powerful pain medications that got them quickly back on the field, but were medically inappropriate. 

Florida woman wants apology after Tom Brady's trophy toss

A Fort Myers woman says Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady insulted her family’s legacy when he tossed the Lombardi trophy across the water to another teammate during Wednesday’s Super Bowl celebration boat parade in Tampa.