NFL

Alabama football holds Pro Day, Young shows talent

By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Jack Hutchens Alabama's 2023 draft class had one more chance to show off their talents in front of NFL teams today in Tuscaloosa. The annual Pro Day for the Alabama Crimson Tide brings attention to…

Bucs: Gage hospitalized with neck injury, to have more tests

The Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers say wide receiver Russell Gage had movement in his extremities after suffering a neck injury and concussion in the team's wild-card playoff game against Dallas. Gage will continue to…

Bills safety Hamlin back in Buffalo to continue recovery

The Associated Press ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) - Doctors who treated Damar Hamlin say the Bills safety was moved to a hospital in Buffalo to continue his recovery. It's an uplifting sign of the remarkable progress Hamlin has made a…

Hamlin in their hearts, the NFL pays tribute to No. 3

The Associated Press ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) - Players and fans across the NFL paid tribute to Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin on Sunday, the first time most across the league resumed playing since his terrifying cardiac arrest during a…

UMC physician sheds light on sports and injuries

TUSCALOOSA - Monday night Buffalo Bill's safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the football field in Cincinnati after suffering cardiac arrest, leaving him in critical condition. Local doctors tell us football…

Number of women working in the NFL steadily rising

By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer From the owner’s suite to the front office to the sideline, the number of women in the NFL is steadily rising. And, they’re here to stay. Kalen Jackson was born into football, one…

Falcons could have Heisman winner as future quarterback

By WVUA 23 Digital Writer Drew Pavan. The Atlanta Falcons are going in a different direction with their quarterback, sending off long-time franchise player Matt Ryan.  With Atlanta trading the veteran quarterback to the Indianapolis Colts, the Falcons have found a temporary solution…

The NFL is marching back

By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Hunter De Siver When the clock hit all zeroes during the Super Bowl, over 100 million people shared bittersweet feelings about the last 23 Sundays of nonstop football. Once the champion Los Angeles Rams were…

Former Alabama football standout suspended from the NFL

By WVUA 23  Digital Reporter Jeremy Bryant The NFL announced this past Monday that Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley will be suspended indefinitely for betting on NFL games. The suspension is set to last for the entirety of the…

Alabama players impress at NFL scouting Combine

By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Jeremy Bryant The NFL Combine proceeded as planned over the weekend, including a few familiar Crimson Tide faces putting their athletic skills to the test. The Combine is where some of the best college prospects…

Turning the pro page to the NFL offseason

By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Hunter De Siver After 13 million seconds of weekly football, fans must turn to the next page of this year’s NFL chapter. During this 157-day journey, the world got to witness upsets, shattered records and…

Tom Brady leaving behind an unbeatable legacy

By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Drew Pavan The greatest quarterback of all time has decided to hang it up and this time it's official. Tom Brady, the seven-time super bowl champion, announced Tuesday morning that he has officially retired after…

Tom Brady retires after 22 seasons, 7 Super Bowl titles

By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Tom Brady has retired after winning seven Super Bowls and setting numerous passing records in an unprecedented 22-year career. He made the announcement in a long post on Instagram.…

What's next for Sean Payton, New Orleans Saints?

By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Jeremy Bryant Sean Payton has officially stepped down as the New Orleans Saints head coach after spending over 15 years with the organization. He is the winningest coach in the franchise's history, compiling a record…

Best NFL draft fits for Alabama prospects

By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Jeremy Bryant The NFL draft hype is beginning to gain traction now that the college football season is over. The draft will start on April 28 through April 30 in Las Vegas at Allegiant Stadium.…

A rundown of the greatest weekend in NFL history

By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Hunter De Siver In the 102 years that the NFL has been around, there are thousands of games people may claim were “the greatest game of all time.” But when has there been a “greatest…