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Raiders’ Marshawn Lynch misses practice but has been a spark

Raiders coaches and players have praised the energy level of running back Marshawn Lynch, characterizing him as a spark plug around the building and on the field.

 
Raiders owner to push for Las Vegas Super Bowl 2023 or 2024

NFL owners on Tuesday advanced the Oakland Raiders even closer to their eventual relocation by approving the lease for a $1.9 billion stadium, causing many to wonder how soon Southern Nevada might host the game of Roman numerals.

Raiders’ Amari Cooper leans on ‘Megatron’ to elevate game

Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper had plenty of questions for retired Detroit Lions star Calvin Johnson, a likely future Pro Football Hall of Famer who is a special visitor at organized team activities this week.

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Top area football recruits ready for busy summer

Numerous area football players have received early scholarship offers during the NCAA evaluation period that runs through May 31.

Loosen Up: NFL to allow some flair in celebrations

After years of limiting how players could celebrate following touchdowns, the league decided to loosen up its rules, allowing players to again use the football as a prop, celebrate as a group and roll around again if they choose.

Alabama, Ohio State top college football season win totals

The Crimson Tide has the highest win total at 10½ (over minus-150), and Ohio State is the only other team in double digits at 10 (over minus-125) in numbers released by CG Technology sports books.

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