Author: Jarrett Bell, USA TODAY

Hall of Fame tackle remembers spending time at John Madden’s home and shares stories about his friend, who was about more than football.

Mel Tucker’s NFL experience is familiar to several Black coaches who paid their dues, then were passed over for white candidates with lesser resumes.

There’s still hope for playoff glory for several NFL teams that have no business being rewarded for bad football.

By signing Travis Hunter, Jackson State coach and Hall of Famer Deion Sanders issued a warning of bucking a system and boosting the profile of HBCUs.

It’s not time to fire Urban Meyer just yet, Jarrett Bell writes. But Meyer and team owner Shad Khan must take a long look in the mirror.

Elite runners are essential, especially as playoff time approaches, but the risk of injury is a major concern for their NFL teams, Jarrett Bell writes.

The Cincinnati Bengals have scored statement wins over AFC North heavyweights, and in the process put themselves in the NFL playoff picture.

The Seahawks don’t have much hope remaining entering Monday night’s game, and a lost season will spark questions for Russell Wilson and Pete Carroll.

The Rams made no secret of the fact that they were going all-in on a Super Bowl run this year. Now, Los Angeles looks lost amid a three-game skid.