Broncos’ Marvin Mims Jr. avoids serious foot injury after exit

Broncos’ Marvin Mims Jr. Escapes Major Foot Injury After Departure Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton expressed relief after wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. sustained a right foot injury that was deemed not serious. Mims, injured during the preseason finale against the Vikings after a collision on an overthrown pass, was one of the few regulars … Read more

Sources: Texans’ Braden Smith avoids long-term injury

Report: Texans’ Braden Smith Escapes Serious Injury Houston Texans right tackle Braden Smith, carted off the practice field, has a plantar fascia injury but avoided a long-term setback. He may miss a few weeks, though the injury is not severe. Smith, a nine-year veteran who signed a two-year, $25 million contract, previously played for the … Read more

NFL avoids worst-case scenario with its referees

NFL Sidesteps Major Referee Crisis The NFL has successfully avoided a referee lockout following the approval of a new seven-year collective bargaining agreement by the NFL Referees Association. The deal, ratified with a 116-4 vote, ensures that replacement officials will not be necessary for the upcoming season, bringing relief to fans. Prior to the agreement, … Read more