Marcus Mariota to play lighter, despite team’s instructions

Alex Smith should consider getting out of bounds in the future – just a suggestion. During Sunday’s game against the Falcons, Smith somehow escaped what looked to be a sure sack. Both Vic Beasley and Grady Jarrett had hold of the Redskins quarterback, but in an astonishing turn of events, Smith escaped

New Orleans Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins will join CNN as a contributor focusing on racial and social justice, the network announced Monday. ”I believe I can be a voice for other athlete activists and those who have dedicated their lives to changing legislation, policies and reforms for human equality,” Jenkins said, touting his experience addressing ”the inequalities of our criminal justice system, educational system and disparate wealth in our marginalized communities” during his 11-year NFL career. With protesters amassing in cities nationwide in the wake of the police killing of George Floyd last month in Minneapolis, Jenkins has actively engaged in recent discussions about police brutality and police funding on social and in mainstream media, as well as at rallies.

* Quarterback has won six Super Bowls with New England * Brady has said he wants to play in league into his mid-40sTom Brady at the Patriots training camp earlier this month. Photograph: Steven Senne/APTom Brady has insisted for some time that he can play into his mid-40s and it appears the New England