Sports
NFL to allow players to wear protective soft-shell helmet covers during games
According to NFL data, Guardian caps will absorb at least 10% of the force during a hit to the helmet. That doubles to 20% if both players involved in the hit are using the caps.
Chiefs sign coach Andy Reid, GM Brett Veach, team president Mark Donovan to contract extensions
The Kansas City Chiefs announced Monday that they signed coach Andy Reid, general manager Brett Veach and team president Mark Donovan to contract extensions, though the team did not say how long the deals would last or provide any other details.
NBA bans Jontay Porter after gambling probe shows he shared information, bet on games
The NBA has partnerships and other relationships with more than two dozen gaming companies. Commissioner Adam Silver has been a longtime proponent of legal sports wagering, but the league has very strict rules for players and employees regarding betting.