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• Colts place rookie safety Hunter Wohler, others on IR

The Indianapolis Colts announced on Monday that the team placed rookie SAF Hunter Wohler on injured reserve, along with offensive tackle Blake Freeland and linebacker Jacob Phillips. The team also officially signed veteran free agent cornerback Xavien Howard in a corresponding roster move. Wohler suffered a season-ending Lisfranc injury (foot) and is reportedly ‘likely’ to […]...2025
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• Colts sign former Miami Dolphins CB Xavien Howard

Former Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard did not play football in 2024, but the 32-year-old veteran has decided to make a return to the game he loves for the 2025 NFL season. According to ESPN’s NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Indianapolis Colts have agreed to terms with Howard. David Canter, Howard’s agent, has confirmed […]...2025
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• Report: Colts sign former Dolphins All-Pro CB Xavien Howard

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Indianapolis Colts are signing former Miami Dolphins All-Pro veteran cornerback Xavien Howard: Per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Howard’s new Indy deal is for 1-year and up to $5 million with incentives. Dealing with reported legal issues, the 32-year-old cornerback last played for the Dolphins during the 2023 season, in […]...2025
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• Xavien Howard signs with Colts: Four-time Pro Bowl corner adds depth to injury-depleted secondary in Indy

Howard sat out the 2024 season with a lingering injury after spending the first eight years of his career with the Dolphins...2025
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• Agent: Colts signing 4-time Pro Bowl CB Howard
Four-time Pro Bowl cornerback Xavien Howard is signing with the Colts, his agent announced Monday....2025
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• The Flores Scheme and What’s Next

Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images The Vikings’ DC has crafted a unique scheme and will continue to add wrinkles to it The Minnesota Vikings finished the 2024 season with the fifth-best defense in points allowed, despite not having any superstar players, thanks to the ingenuity of defensive coordinator Brian Flores. He took the Vikings’ defense from 28th to 13th in point allowed his fir...2025
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• Colts place rookie safety Hunter Wohler, others on IR
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• Xavien Howard signs with Colts: Four-time Pro Bowl corner adds depth to injury-depleted secondary in Indy
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• DBN exclusive interview with new Browns S Damontae Kazee who talks role in CLE, getting suspended for big hit, more

Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images 25 questions with one of GM Andrew Berry’s key signings After the 2024 NFL season, the Cleveland Browns had a few personnel issues with the defense. There were one or two concerns regarding a small group of players who were injured, such as linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, among others. RELATED: BROWNS SIGN STEELERS VETERAN TO FILL SAFETY NEED While ...2025
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• Dolphins Fans Take On Who Should Stay/Go

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images Dolphins fans share their insights on the future of two of Miami’s top pass rushers with the team. With two of our top pass rushers from the Miami Dolphins returning from injury and one of them due for a new deal, I asked the following question: If both Phillips and Chubb return and play at a high level, should the team try to keep both of them, trade on...2025
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• Browns roster: As OTAs, training camp loom, one big area of concern

S Grant Delpit | Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images The 2025 season holds promise but Browns roster has a big hole Compared to last season, the Cleveland Browns’ roster has already experienced quite a few changes. The quarterback room has been completely gutted. Although Deshaun Watson is a holdover, he is expected to be placed on IR at some point. The other signal-call...2025
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• Miami Dolphins salary cap 2025: How can the Dolphins create more cap space?

Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images The Dolphins are over the projected 2025 salary cap. What can they do to create space? Last week, we took a look at the Miami Dolphins’ 2025 salary cap projection, with the team estimated to be around $12 million over the cap. In early February, that number seems high, but the team can always create space through re-worked contracts or by releasing playe...2025
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• The case for Brian Flores to coach the Cowboys in 2025

Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images Brian Flores is a name to consider for 2025. The Cowboys have won two straight, which is enough to get Jerry Jones talking about potentially handing out a contract extension for embattled head coach Mike McCarthy. Still, the odds are extremely high that the team is looking for a new coach in about a month’s time. There are plenty of candidates that cou...2024
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• Arrowheadlines: Patrcik Mahomes is the NFL’s only ‘untradeable’ player

Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports Chiefs headlines for Tuesday, September 3 The latest The Ringer’s NFL Trade Value Rankings | The Ringer Patrick Mahomes QB, Kansas City Chiefs Congrats to us here at The Ringer. We have produced the first no. 1 ranking that nobody can argue about on the football corner of the internet. Mahomes is the consensus best quarterback in the league and the best playe...2024
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• Do Rams need to add another cornerback before start of the season?

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Why the Rams may not need to add more cornerback depth before the start of the season The Los Angeles Rams will have some important roster decisions to make over the next week as they play their final preseason game against the Houston Texans on Saturday. This time of year, teams are more active on the trade market and may consider last-minute signings as...2024
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• Xavien Howard wants to play for a contender; Mike Hilton pushes for the Bengals

Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports Mike Hilton is already working his magic. The Cincinnati Bengals have addressed most of their major needs in free agency already. They brought in a tight end, defensive tackle, and right tackle, but the work isn’t done. The Bengals still need to add depth at several positions, but they especially need to add a nose tackle and add depth at cornerback. When it co...2024
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• The AP staff (and our readers) pick the Chiefs-Dolphins game

Photo by Mario Hommes/DeFodi Images via Getty Images Let’s see what AP staffers (and readers) think about the Wild Card playoff game between Kansas City and Miami. Before the Kansas City Chiefs’ meaningless season finale against the Los Angeles Chargers, most (but not all) of our Arrowhead Pride panelists thought Kansas City would win. it worked out to an aggregate prediction of an 18-16 ...2024
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"With that distinction, he was named the “NFL Interceptions Co-Leader” along with Miami Dolphins CB Xavien Howard and Kyle Fuller of the Chicago Bears."

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"Xavien Howard landing spots: Dolphins releasing one of NFL's most productive corners at start of league year"

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"Pairing Ramsey with Xavien Howard should make Miami’s defense look more like the elite unit it was projected to be before the season started."

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"Xavien Howard, Dolphins agree to five-year contract; includes most guaranteed money for CB in NFL history"

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"Xavien Howard requests trade from Dolphins: Five possible landing spots for All-Pro cornerback"

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"Dolphins' Xavien Howard will not be suspended after charges dropped from December arrest, per report"

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"Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard has been arrested on domestic battery charges for an alleged assault involving his fiancée in their home."

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"Kristine Leahy and NFL Cornerback, Xavien Howard, talk about what went behind his decision to join the NFL and leave college so that he could support his family"

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"The most effective defender for Miami was cornerback Xavien Howard, who blanketed Brandin Cooks from start to finish."

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"On the other side, there’s an interesting battle that figures to continue into training camp going on between second-round rookie Xavien Howard and second-year man Tony Lippett, who seems to be progressing well as he transitions to defense."

• Colts place rookie safety Hunter Wohler, others on IR
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• Xavien Howard signs with Colts: Four-time Pro Bowl corner adds depth to injury-depleted secondary in Indy
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• DBN exclusive interview with new Browns S Damontae Kazee who talks role in CLE, getting suspended for big hit, more
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• Dolphins Fans Take On Who Should Stay/Go
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• Phinsider Question Of The Day: Holes Yet To Be Addressed Edition

Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images The Miami Dolphins seemingly emerged from the draft addressing a few significant needs, particularly in the trenches. Although the team still has some needs, some appear to be more glaring than others. The one position that seemingly still needs a starter or two starters and more depth added is cornerback. General manager Chris Grier ha...2025
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• Browns roster: As OTAs, training camp loom, one big area of concern
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• Dolfans weigh in on Tyreek’s future in Miami!

Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images Sadly, it has become something that I now almost expect: a story about Tyreek Hill that is not a positive one. If the most recent incident were an isolated one, especially with the police stating that no law was broken, it would be something that could be easily shrugged off. I also suspect that if it were a rare occurrence for Hill, then the NFL would no...2025
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• Miami Dolphins salary cap 2025: How can the Dolphins create more cap space?
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• Miami Dolphins salary cap 2025: Where does the team sit at the end of January?

Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images The Miami Dolphins have some work to do to get their 2025 books in order. The Miami Dolphins have some work to do this offseason. The team has to figure out what went wrong during the 2024 season and devise a plan to address roster holes in preparation for the 2025 season. They have to do it all while entering the year well over the projected salary cap for t...2025
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• The case for Brian Flores to coach the Cowboys in 2025
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• The Flores Scheme and What’s Next
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• The Flores Scheme and What’s Next

Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images The Vikings’ DC has crafted a unique scheme and will continue to add wrinkles to it The Minnesota Vikings finished the 2024 season with the fifth-best defense in points allowed, despite not having any superstar players, thanks to the ingenuity of defensive coordinator Brian Flores. He took the Vikings’ defense from 28th to 13th in point allowed his fi...2025
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• DBN exclusive interview with new Browns S Damontae Kazee who talks role in CLE, getting suspended for big hit, more
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• Dolphins Fans Take On Who Should Stay/Go
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• Phinsider Question Of The Day: Holes Yet To Be Addressed Edition
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• The case for Brian Flores to coach the Cowboys in 2025
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• Leonard Fournette and Xavien Howard are visiting the Bengals

Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images The Bengals aren’t done making moves following the NFL Trade Deadline. The Cincinnati Bengals are bringing a pair of free agents in for workouts. According to Mike Garafolo, the Bengals will host cornerback Xavien Howard for a visit. In addition, Tom Pelissero reports that running back Leonard Fournette will also be in town for a visit. Now in his ...2024
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• Xavien Howard wants to play for a contender; Mike Hilton pushes for the Bengals
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• Cowboys can show they are 'all in' by pursuing CB Xavien Howard

Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports Who wants to see the Cowboys look into Xavien Howard? The Dallas Cowboys have had a reputation when it comes to free agency for quite some time. Sure, they acquire guys like any other team, but they aren't usually on the frontline when it comes to making major moves. Instead, they prefer to come in after the initial wave and add low-cost options. Things are a ...2024
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• DBN exclusive interview with new Browns S Damontae Kazee who talks role in CLE, getting suspended for big hit, more
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• Phinsider Question Of The Day: Holes Yet To Be Addressed Edition
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• Browns roster: As OTAs, training camp loom, one big area of concern
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• Dolfans weigh in on Tyreek’s future in Miami!
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• Leonard Fournette and Xavien Howard are visiting the Bengals
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• Arrowheadlines: Patrcik Mahomes is the NFL’s only ‘untradeable’ player
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• Do Rams need to add another cornerback before start of the season?
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• Arrowheadlines: ‘Hollywood’ Brown signing viewed by many as best deal of free agency

Photo by Ryan Kang/Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Thursday, March 21 The latest 2024 NFL Free Agency: The Best and Worst Contracts Signed This Offseason | Bleacher Report Best: Kansas City Chiefs Sign WR Marquise Brown Terms: One year, $7 million Marquise Brown’s career hasn’t taken off as many would have thought, but he did score 21 touchdowns in his first three seasons with the Balti...2024
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• Bengals News (3/20): Cincinnati’s Towering Tackles

Four the third consecutive free agency period, the Bengals made a big investment in their offensive line.fensive line. Bengals News Trent Brown Signing Anchors Bengals’ Impactful Free-Agent Haul As Draft Comes Up On Radar: ‘The Right Guys For What We Do’ After signing massive pass-protector Trent Brown Tuesday to use his decade-long NFL experience to shield Joe Burrow at right tackle this year, t...2024
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• What are Tua’s Expectations in 2024?

Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images Good Morning Football questions about how much of the load Tua will need to carry next year. The consensus formula to winning in the NFL is building a stacked roster around a high-ceiling quarterback on their rookie contract. That’s your Super Bowl window. When that quarterback’s time has come to cash in, teams take a step back. It hits every team every...2024
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• Xavien Howard requests trade from Dolphins: Five possible landing spots for All-Pro cornerback
Two playoff teams have already inquired about landing the two-time Pro Bowler...2021
• Dolphins, Xavien Howard agree to re-structured deal keeping All-Pro cornerback in Miami
The Dolphins have appeased their disgruntled star cornerback...2021
• All-Pro cornerback Xavien Howard requests trade from Dolphins amid contract dispute
Howard signed a five-year, $75.25 million extension in 2019...2021
• Fins rework Howard's deal after trade demand

The Dolphins and cornerback Xavien Howard have agreed to a restructured contract after he had requested a trade at the start of training camp....2021
• Xavien Howard, Dolphins agree to five-year contract; includes most guaranteed money for CB in NFL history
Howard's patience has paid off in a big way...2022
• Dolphins setting up potential horror movie for rest of NFL as reinforcements begin to arrive

Photo by Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images The Miami Dolphins are tied for the best record in the NFL - and they could be about to get so much better. The Miami Dolphins are tied for the best record in the NFL, sitting at 5-1 through the first six weeks of the season. They are on an offensive pace to blow past many team and individual offensive records and they appear to be ready to make a dee...2023
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• Jalen Ramsey trade grades for Dolphins, Rams: Miami has Pro Bowl CB duo with Xavien Howard, L.A. eyes future

The Dolphins are loading up while the once all-in Rams are looking toward the future...2023
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• Xavien Howard reports to Dolphins camp with no new contract, cornerback won't hold out
Howard is in Miami without a new deal...2021

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• Watch: Rookie RB De’Von Achane makes Miami Dolphins debut vs. Atlanta Falcons

Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images Miami Dolphins rookie running back De’Von Achane carried the ball ten times for 25 yards and added 4 receptions for 41 yards in his preseason debut vs. the Atlanta Falcons. The Miami Dolphins may have lost 19-3 to the Atlanta Falcons on Friday, but it wasn’t all bad at Hard Rock Stadium. Several players made game-changing plays and showed enough promise t...2023
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• DBN exclusive interview with new Browns S Damontae Kazee who talks role in CLE, getting suspended for big hit, more
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• Phinsider Question Of The Day: Holes Yet To Be Addressed Edition
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• Dolfans weigh in on Tyreek’s future in Miami!
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• Phinsider Question Of The Day: Your Best All-Time Dolphins Roster Defense Edition

SetNumber: X67296 While our Miami Dolphins have fielded underwhelming teams during some seasons, there have also been times of great success. One constant from season to season is that the team consistently features some good, if not great, players, even if their talents were/are being wasted. Below is a list of some of the greatest Miami Dolphins defensive and special team players at each...2025
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• Miami Dolphins salary cap 2025: How can the Dolphins create more cap space?
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• The case for Brian Flores to coach the Cowboys in 2025
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• Bengals made an offer to Xavien Howard that was declined; Leonard Fournette won’t be signed either

Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images The two veterans won’t be joining the Bengals. The Cincinnati Bengals made headlines on Monday when they brought in veterans Leonard Fournette and Xavien Howard for workouts. However, it doesn’t appear those will lead to anything. Not long after word broke of Fournette visiting, FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz reported that the Bengals were signing running bac...2024
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• Dolfans weigh in on Tyreek’s future in Miami!
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• Don’t expect the Dolphins to spend big on a third wide receiver

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier loves to have a seat at the table, but it doesn’t always mean the team’s ready to make a move. Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier seems to always be in the mix when a player of interest becomes available. From Tyreek Hill and Bradley Chubb to virtually every running back open to switching teams last off...2024
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• Arrowheadlines: Miami and Detroit are in play for L’Jarius Sneed

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Monday, March 4 The latest NFL Trade Rumors: Chiefs’ L’Jarius Sneed Eyed by Teams; Lions, Dolphins May Target CB | Bleacher Report The Miami Dolphins are a potential candidate. So are the Detroit Lions, who are “pretty set on adding a high-end corner,” according to Fowler. NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reported last week that the Chief...2024
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• Should the Lions try to sign CB Xavien Howard?

Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports Should the Lions make a move for one of the top cornerbacks set to be on the market? On Friday, the Miami Dolphins informed cornerback Xavien Howard that he would be released at the start of the league year, according to Mike Garafolo and Peter Schrager on Twitter. It sounds like a shocking move considering Howard’s pedigree, but it’s a move that was neces...2024
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• Chiefs-Dolphins Inactives: Willie Gay will play against Dolphins

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Kansas City and Miami have released their inactive player lists for Sunday’s game in Frankfurt. The Kansas City Chiefs have released their list of inactive players for Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins in Frankfurt, Germany. As expected, running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) will not play. Neither will wide receiver Richie James (knee). B...2023
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• Steelers WR George Pickens Calls Out Miami Dolphins Star Corners Xavien Howard and Jalen Ramsey
Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images Is it just a young player getting his name out there, or does he have a point? When you have two of the best defensive backs of the last decade on the same team (like the Miami Dolphins do with Jalen Ramsey and Xavien Howard), you can expect to get some attention. Second-year Pittsburgh Steelers receiver George Pickens let it be known that he is “the best...2023
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• Woman alleges Howard knowingly gave her STD

The woman alleges Dolphins CB Xavien Howard knowingly gave her an STD during the course of a multiyear sexual relationship, according to a lawsuit obtained by ESPN. Neither the Dolphins nor Howard's representatives could be reached for comment....2022
• Ask PFW: Gronk suspension, Miami meltdown and Steelers showdown

With only a few weeks left in the season, do you envision the Pats activating any of the players on IR? As much as I like Mitchell, WR isn't a critical need. I haven't heard any updates recently on Valentine. Is there any chance Hightower could be activated? Scott Mundell As the regular season is in its final four games can you please give us an overview of where the Patriots stand in the case of ...2017
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• Brady intercepted twice as Dolphins beat Pats 27-20

View gallery51 Slides Patriots vs. Dolphins: Week 14 Full Stats MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady was intercepted twice by Xavien Howard and held without a third-down conversion Monday night, and the Miami Dolphins snapped the New England Patriots’ eight-game winning streak with a surprising 27-20 victory. The Dolphins (6-7) were 11-point ...2017
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