American Football

Ohio State hosted its NFL pro day on March 25 in Columbus, where top prospects including Caleb Downs and Carnell Tate impressed scouts with their workouts. Safety Caleb Downs skipped the 40-yard dash but shone in positional drills, while wide receiver Carnell Tate displayed smooth route-running and speed. Pittsburgh Steelers assistant general manager Andy Weidl and scout Jim Ward attended, despite earlier reports of higher attendance.

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A woman in California has accused Los Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua of biting her shoulder and making an antisemitic remark on New Year's Eve, prompting her to seek a temporary restraining order. Nacua's attorney called the claims false and accused the woman of blackmail. A judge declined the order pending a hearing on April 14.

The Dallas Cowboys submitted three separate trade offers for Las Vegas Raiders star pass-rusher Maxx Crosby before talks collapsed earlier this month, according to ESPN. The Raiders sought two first-round picks, a price only the Baltimore Ravens appeared willing to meet until concerns over Crosby's knee sidelined the deal. Crosby now wants to remain with the Raiders.

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Arthur Smith, former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator, detailed his decision to join Ohio State in the same role. He cited respect for head coach Ryan Day and conversations with former players as key factors. The move came after the Steelers parted ways with much of their coaching staff following Mike Tomlin's departure.

The New England Patriots intend to release backup quarterback Josh Dobbs following unsuccessful trade negotiations, according to NFL Media. This move reshapes the quarterback room behind starter Drake Maye, with Tommy DeVito positioned as the new backup. The defending AFC champions will save $3.7 million in salary cap space.

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The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to a four-year, $168.6 million contract extension with wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, making him the highest-paid at his position with an average annual value of $42.15 million. This surpasses Cincinnati Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase's mark by nearly $2 million and includes over $120 million guaranteed, following Smith-Njigba's comments last month on deserving top pay after his standout 2025 season and the team's Super Bowl LX victory.