Panthers exec leaves to become Wolves/Lynx CEO

Matthew Caldwell is leaving the two-time Stanley Cup winning Panthers to accept a 10-year deal as CEO of the NBA’s Timberwolves and WNBA’s Lynx, the teams announced Wednesday. Source: ESPN NBA Headlines {$excerpt:n} Panthers exec leaves to become Wolves/Lynx CEO

Ravens making Hamilton highest-paid NFL safety

All-Pro safety Kyle Hamilton and the Ravens have reached agreement on a four-year, $100.4 million extension that is the largest deal for a safety in NFL history, his agents told ESPN. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Ravens making Hamilton highest-paid NFL safety

Source: NFL relaxes Brady broadcast restrictions

Tom Brady is getting some additional access in his role as a Fox broadcaster, including being allowed to attend production meetings this season, a source confirmed to ESPN. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Source: NFL relaxes Brady broadcast restrictions

Texans unsure of Mixon's status for '25 season

Texans general manager Nick Caserio was noncommittal Wednesday when asked about the status of Pro Bowl running back Joe Mixon for the 2025 season. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Texans unsure of Mixon's status for '25 season

Fins to put CB Smith on NFI, positive on Achane

Dolphins cornerback Cam Smith will be placed on the non-football injury list, while general manager Chris Grier said all indications point toward running back De’Von Achane (calf) being ready for the season opener. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Fins to put CB Smith on NFI, positive on Achane

Sources: Chiefs' Rice accepts 6-game suspension

Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice has accepted a six-game suspension for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy, sources told ESPN, and will start serving the suspension at the beginning of the season. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Sources: Chiefs' Rice accepts 6-game suspension

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