NFL:
- “NFL owners approve simplified catch language” (AP) - “No matter, the NFL has a simplified catch rule designed to eliminate confusion — and, the league hopes, controversy — about receptions.”
- “NFL passes rule against lowering head to initiate contact with helmet” (PFT) - “The NFL has made a major rule change aimed at player safety, banning all plays on which a player lowers his head to initiate contact with his helmet.”
- “Johnny Manziel meets with Patriots, others Tuesday” (NFL.com) - “Johnny Manziel’s return to pro football might still seem like a longshot, but he’s definitely working toward his goal, no matter how lofty.