CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye called Mike Vrabel “a great human being,” and said he doesn't think the hea…
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye signs autographs for fans after the pro-am at the Trust Championship golf tournament, Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte. (AP Photo/Steve Reed)
The NFL and its officials are moving closer toward a new agreement that avoids a work stoppage.
The American Football Coaches Association is proposing the elimination of conference championship games and other changes as part of its non-binding recommendation for the College Football Playoff to be completed by the second Monday each January. The AFCA has no authority within the NCAA or CFP governance structures. The AFCA, which has FBS coaches as part of its board and membership, publicly revealed its positions Tuesday. As for the size of the playoff field, currently 12 teams and expected to expand, the AFCA didn’t publicly endorse a certain number. It did say, however, that future playoff models should maximize the number of participants while honoring the proposed completion date.
FILE - Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) is interviewed during the trophy ceremony after Indiana defeated Miami in a College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky,File)
FILE - Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti speaks during the champions news conference after theiir win against Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson,File)
Stefon Diggs’ acquittal in court clears a path for the four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver to return to the field.
Former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs, left, embraces his attorney Mitchell Schuster outside Norfolk County District Court after a not guilty verdict in his trial, Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in Dedham, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs reacts after a not guilty verdict at his trial at Norfolk County District Court, Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in Dedham, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, Pool)
Former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs listens to closing arguments during his trial at Norfolk County District Court, Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in Dedham, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, Pool)
