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FILE - In this March 3, 2018, file photo, Florida wide receiver Antonio Callaway runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. The Cleveland Browns are counting on Callaway to outrun his troubled past. Callaway, who has had numerous legal issues, was drafted by Cleveland in the fourth round of the NFL draft on Saturday, April 28, 2018. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

Bottom’s up: Browns begin climb with bold moves in NFL draft

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Jayhawks wrap up spring practice with fan showcase

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49ers general manager John Lynch, left, introduces first-round pick Mike McGlinchey, center, with coach Kyle Shanahan, right, during an NFL football news conference, Friday, April 27, 2018, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Josie Lepe )

49ers fortify defense on final day of NFL draft

By CRAIG MASSEI - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 24. 2018, file photo, North Squad defensive tackle Nathan Shepherd, of Fort Hays State, runs drills during the North team's practice for Saturday's Senior Bowl NCAA college football game in Mobile, Ala. The 6-foot-4, 315-pound Shepherd was the first Division II player selected in this year's draft. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)

Jets draft Fort Hays State DL Nathan Shepherd in 3rd round

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

This April 14, 2018 photo, shows the entrance to the Independiente soccer club's training headquarters, in a suburb of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Independiente filed a complaint with prosecutors earlier this year when the allegations first surfaced about child abuse at the club, after one of the players broke down during a session with a club psychologist. (AP Photo/Luciano Matteazzi)

Argentina shocked by abuse of minors at top football clubs

By LUIS ANDRES HENAO - Associated Press

One-time CEO Moglia takes same approach at Coastal Carolina

By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 25, 2017, file photo, Ohio State wide receiver Austin Mack (11) makes a catch defended by Michigan defensive backs Tyree Kinnel (23) and Brandon Watson (28), in the third quarter of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich. The junior was the fifth-leading receiver last year with 24 catches for 343 yards and two TDs. (AP Photo/Tony Ding, File)

14 Big Ten football players poised to break out in the fall

By ERIC OLSON - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 3, 2018, file photo, Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase, left, answers a question during a news conference with Mike Tannenbaum, center, executive vice president of football operations, and Chris Grier, general manager, at the teams NFL football training camp in Davie, Fla. The tension between seeking an immediate draft dividend and investing for the long term is at the core of the Dolphins’ decision with the 11th overall pick. The choice may show how much power Gase wields, but even if the other leaders in the organization yield to his preference, it’s uncertain which quarterback will land in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)

Dolphins might use top pick to draft Tannehill’s successor

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Alabama head coach Nick Saban watches during the first half of an NCAA college football Alabama spring game, Saturday, April 21, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

SEC’s new coaches try to build winning foundation in spring

By DAVID BRANDT - Associated Press

Newly announced Washington Redskins Senior Vice President of Player Personnel, Doug Williams, speaks during an NFL football press conference, Tuesday, June 13, 2017, in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Doug Williams: 6 or 7 players Redskins hoping for at No. 13

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

New York Jets center Nick Mangold, left, holds his 3-year-old daughter, Eloise, while signing a contract as team owner Christopher Johnson looks on during a news conference making his official retirement from NFL football, Tuesday, April 24, 2018, in Florham Park, N.J. Mangold announced his retirement a week earlier in a post on Twitter. He was selected to seven Pro Bowls and was twice a first-team All-Pro during his 11-year career. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Center of Attention: Nick Mangold retires as member of Jets

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 7, 2018, file photo, Nebraska coach Scott Frost speaks during an NCAA college football news conference in Lincoln, Neb. Frost came out of his first spring practice at Nebraska with this observation about the 4-8 team he's taking over: There'll be no quick fix. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik, File)

Nebraska takes ‘baby steps’ in 1st spring under Scott Frost

By ERIC OLSON - Associated Press

Wayne State makes banners naming Medal of Honor recipients

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Coach helps kids take first steps toward success

By A. STACY LONG - Associated Press

Mississippi school eyes new football stadium construction

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FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2017, file photo, Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald watches his players warm up before the Music City Bowl NCAA college football game against Kentucky, in Nashville, Tenn. College Football Hall of Fame member Pat Fitzgerald was an All-America linebacker at Northwestern and has been head coach there since 2006. He fit the category of star player and student, and he now gets to work with similar youngsters, the vast majority of whom won't be heading to the pros. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)

Football and academics: tough balancing act at some schools

By BARRY WILNER - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 1, 2018, file photo, Chris Borland, a former NFL linebacker and Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year at Wisconsin, testifies before the Illinois House Mental Health Committee hearing on House Bill 4341, which would ban tackle football for kids under 12 years of age, in Springfield, Ill. Borland was illustrating how repetitive sub-concussive hits that begin when children play impact sports can be as dangerous as a single hit that results in a concussion. Borland is raising money and awareness for the issue of veterans with traumatic brain injuries by taking part this week in &quot;Pat's Run&quot; on Saturday in Tempe, Ariz., alongside his brothers Joe and John. (Rich Saal/The State Journal-Register via AP, File)

Chris Borland quit NFL, now helps those in retirement

By JOSH DUBOW - Associated Press

In this Sept. 15, 1984, photo, Ohio State football coach Earle Bruce talks to quarterback Mike Tomczak during the first half of a football game in Columbus, Ohio. Former Ohio State football coach Earle Bruce has died at his home in central Ohio. The College Football Hall of Fame member was 87. His four daughters released a statement Friday, April 20, 2018, on the loss of &quot;a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and a respected coach to many. (Tim Revell/The Columbus Dispatch via AP)

Earle Bruce, Ohio State coach who followed Hayes, dies at 87

By MITCH STACY and RUSTY MILLER - Associated Press

Cleveland Browns general manager John Dorsey answers questions about the draft during a news conference at the NFL football team's training camp facility, Thursday, April 19, 2018, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

Under wraps: Browns GM Dorsey keeping draft plans private

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 1, 2018, file photo, Chris Borland, a former NFL linebacker and Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year for the University of Wisconsin, testifies before a Illinois House Mental Health Committee hearing in Springfield, Ill., on House Bill 4341, which would ban tackle football for kids under 12 years of age. Borland was illustrating how repetitive sub-concussive hits that begin when children play impact sports can be as dangerous as a single hit that results in a concussion. Democratic state Rep. Carol Sente, third from right, the sponsor of the proposal told The Associated Press Wednesday, April 18, 2018, the measure lacks the votes to pass this session. (Rich Saal//The State Journal-Register via AP, File)

Proposed Illinois ban on youth tackle football dead for now

By JOHN O'CONNOR - Associated Press