Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is already declared out for Sunday’s game against Houston.
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Patriots notebook: Offensive line challenged to better protect Mac Jones
New England’s offensive line has ‘just gotta be better’ when it comes to protecting its rookie quarterback.
NBA notebook: Vaccination for COVID-19 will not be mandated for players
Vaccine mandates are already in place for referees, along with team, arena and other game-day personnel who are stationed within 15 feet of players or referees.
College football: Fagnano injured as Maine gets routed by James Madison
Black Bears quarterback Joe Fagnano leaves with a leg injury, and the No. 2 FCS team in the nation rolls to a 55-7 win.
Patriots rookie quarterback Mac Jones takes ‘do your job’ mantra seriously
Bill Belichick has turned the reins over to a rookie quarterback, whose work ethic is impressive.
MLB notebook: Trevor Bauer’s leave extended through regular season, playoffs
Dodgers’ pitcher Trevor Bauer was first placed on paid administrative leave on July 2 after he was charged him with sexual assault
Patriots notebook: Newton felt ‘bamboozled’ over five-day separation that preceded his release
In a YouTube video, Cam Newton also said some thought he would be a ‘distraction’ as a backup QB, and said his release ‘had nothing to do with no vaccination.’
Red Sox face interesting roster decisions once players clear COVID-19 protocols
A look at when players on the COVID list are expected to return to the Red Sox, and what corresponding roster moves the team will need to make.
Patriots notebook: Defense facing challenges without Stephon Gilmore, and maybe Jalen MIlls
All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore, on the PUP list, will miss at least six weeks, while Jalen Mills is limited Thursday with an apparent ankle injury.
World Cup qualifying: U.S. men’s soccer gets a wake-up call in Honduras
After two lackluster ties in their first two games, the U.S. men – who fell behind in Honduras before rallying for an important 4-1 win – can now look ahead.