To get Cam Newton back to his 2015 MVP form, the Panthers focused on versatility and speed on offense—and an upgraded O-line to keep him upright.
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Off-season report card: Atlanta Falcons
The architect of Atlanta's lethal offense left for the top job in San Francisco, but the Falcons are hoping their on-the-rise defense can help counteract the question marks surrounding Steve Sarkisian.
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Off-Season Report Cards: NFC South
Sizing up the off-season moves of the Panthers, Falcons, Saints and Bucs, and how they’ll influence the 2017 campaign
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A Tight End Takes a Chance in the Business of Healing
With his career winding down, Dolphins tight end Anthony Fasano has an eye toward his next venture, running two addiction treatment facilities in Florida. It hasn’t been easy
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The No Fun League Relaxes Its Celebration Rules
Want to make a snow angel? Go for it. Just don’t twerk in the end zone . . . plus more news from the NFL owners’ meeting in Chicago, and the alias Mitchell Trubisky used to make dinner reservations
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Career Breaks, Hard Knocks and NFL Position Battles
Beth Mowins will become the first woman in 30 years to call a regular-season NFL game, Doug Martin will step back into the TV spotlight from his suspension, and more notes from around the league
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A Look Ahead to College Football Season (and the 2018 Draft)
With another draft season wrapping up, a look ahead to what’s on tap in college football next fall. And who could headline the draft next spring
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Inside the Bears’ Covert Op to Draft Mitchell Trubisky
Chicago relied on stealth to get its quarterback of the future. Even Trubisky had no idea until the pick was announced
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