Wolverines

The Minnesota Vikings open the season at home on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and one member of the team will hit the turf with a brand new deal just in time for the season.

Injuries early and often was the theme of the Packers latest rough loss to the Detroit Lions on the road. While fans wait for the final diagnosis on many of the Packers injuries from Sunday, one player's injury is confirmed to be very serious.

Georgia defensive end Travon Walker has gone from long shot to the consensus odds-on favorite to be the No. 1 overall pick in this week's NFL draft at sportsbooks around the nation.

The New England Patriots and free-agent safety Jabrill Peppers have reached agreement on a one-year deal that is worth up to $5 million, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.