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DAILYCALLER (Andrew Powell) - Lions’ Jahmyr Gibbs Becomes Highest-Paid Running Back In NFL History With 3-Year, $67.5 Million Contract Extension

Imagine making history by earning millions of dollars

AMERICANALMANAC (Sadie Smith) - Aaron Rodgers credits his wife for ending years-long family estrangement

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, now 42 and entering his 22nd NFL season, told reporters at training camp that his wife played a central role in reuniting him with his estranged family, a rift he acknowledged but refused to explain. Rodgers spoke to NFL Media's Kyle Brandt about a reconciliation he described as "a couple-year […] The post Aaron Rodgers credits his wife for ending years-long family estrangement appeared first on American Almanac .

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, now 42 and entering his 22nd NFL season, told reporters at training camp that his wife played a central role in reuniting him with his estranged family, a rift he acknowledged but refused to explain. Rodgers spoke to NFL Media's Kyle Brandt about a reconciliation he described as "a couple-year process," one that culminated in a long weekend spent with his parents, his brother Luke, and Luke's family in Nashville shortly before camp opened. He offered no details about what caused the split, saying only that there were reasons "that don't need to be talked about." But he was direct about who helped him get past it. "Having those conversations with my wife, that allowed me to open up to the…Open

AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Packers all-time rushing leader Ahman Green discloses early-onset Parkinson's diagnosis at 49

Former Green Bay Packers running back Ahman Green, the franchise's all-time leading rusher, has revealed he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease, and says he believes he can stay ahead of it. Green, 49, made the announcement on the "Go Long" podcast hosted by Tyler Dunne, telling listeners he received the formal diagnosis in January […] The post Packers all-time rushing leader Ahman Green discloses early-onset Parkinson's diagnosis at 49 appeared first on American Almanac .

Former Green Bay Packers running back Ahman Green, the franchise's all-time leading rusher, has revealed he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease, and says he believes he can stay ahead of it. Green, 49, made the announcement on the "Go Long" podcast hosted by Tyler Dunne, telling listeners he received the formal diagnosis in January 2025 after years of suspecting something was wrong. His wife had noticed him twitching in his sleep since shortly after he retired from the NFL in 2009. Short-term memory loss and episodes of walking and talking in his sleep followed. He did not go public right away. Green said he held the news back so he could tell his children and family first, before sharing it with friends or anyone else. …Open

JUSTTHENEWS (Misty Severi) - Aaron Rodgers announces upcoming retirement from NFL after 22 seasons

The formal confirmation comes after Rodgers, who won the Super Bowl in 2011 when he played for the Green Bay Packers, signed a one-year contract with the Steelers on Monday. The season marks his second with Pittsburgh.

DAILYCALLER (Andrew Powell) - ‘We Are Incredibly Blessed’: Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald Gives Glory To God After Winning Super Bowl LX

A man of God and a Super Bowl champion ... elite

NPR (The Associated Press) - Seahawks win Super Bowl title, pounding the Patriots 29-13

Seattle's "Dark Side" defense helped Sam Darnold become the first quarterback in the 2018 draft class to win a Super Bowl, to win the franchise's second title.

DAILYCALLER (Andrew Powell) - Super Bowl Champion Scott Laidlaw Dead At 72

The exact details regarding Scott Laidlaw's death were not disclosed

AI:Super Bowl champion Scott Laidlaw has died at the age of 72, though specific circumstances surrounding his passing have not been released. The Dallas Cowboys veteran was a prominent figure in professional football during his championship career.Open

NEWSNATIONNOW (Susie Pinto) - Faith takes center stage ahead of Super Bowl 60

One of the most compelling subplots isn’t who will win, it’s how NFL players are crediting God for their success.

AI:As Super Bowl LIX approaches, a growing number of professional football players are publicly attributing their athletic success and personal achievements to their faith in God. This trend sees prominent athletes like Drake Maye and Jaxon Smith-Njigba centering religious devotion within the high-stakes environment of the NFL playoffs. While mainstream narratives often overlook these spiritual motivations, the upcoming championship highlights a significant cultural movement where players are increasingly vocal about their reliance on divine providence amidst the intense pressure of professional sports.Open