These lucky fans will attend the Super Bowl
For the first time in decades, the Super Bowl will not be a sellout due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But a few thousand lucky fans will fill the stadium in Florida. Mark Strassmann reports.
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Tom Brady's 2005 60 Minutes interview
When the Buccaneers' quarterback had won 3 Super Bowls, he told 60 Minutes his favorite Super Bowl ring was his "next one." On Sunday, he tries for his seventh win.
Troy Vincent on Super Bowl, racism in NFL
Ahead of Super Bowl LV, the NFL is taking numerous steps to try and keep players, staffers and fans safe from COVID-19. Troy Vincent, the executive vice president of football operations for the NFL, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about that, plus how the league still has "a lot of work to do" on diversity in its coaching ranks,
Super Bowl festivities planned despite COVID
Events for NFL fans in the days leading up to Super Bowl LV are carrying on in Tampa, Florida even amid the coronavirus pandemic. But the league is trying to mitigate health risks with increased safety measures. CBS News' Skyler Henry joins CBSN AM to discuss the changes.
NFL invests $2 million in Super Bowl city
Every year, the NFL thanks cities for hosting the Super Bowl by donating to the community. This year the league is investing $2 million into partnerships with Tampa-area charities like Metropolitan Ministries to change the lives of families in need. Mark Strassmann reports.
The effort to keep Super Bowl fans COVID-free
As football fans count down to Super Bowl LV, Jamie Yuccas looks at how health officials are working with the NFL to make sure the big game doesn't turn into a super spreader event. Raymond James Stadium, which holds 65,000, will be at roughly one-third capacity as the Buccaneers face off against the Chiefs Sunday.
Honorary captain gets ready for Super Bowl
Three honorary captains will be traveling to Tampa, Florida, to participate in the pre-game coin toss at Super Bowl LV. Trimaine Davis, an educator from Los Angeles, is one of the three frontline heroes the NFL selected to honor ahead of the big game. Davis spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the honor and his ongoing mission to tackle the "digital divide" within his community.
Previewing Tom Brady's 10th Super Bowl
Tom Brady will become the oldest quarterback to ever play for the NFL championship when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday in Super Bowl 55. CBS Sports NFL analyst Scott Pioli joins CBSN to discuss.
NFL's trailblazing females
On Sunday, Sarah Thomas will become the first woman to ever officiate at a Super Bowl. Also making history, two female coaches for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — Maral Javadifar and Lori Locust — will be on the field for the big game against the Kansas City Chiefs. "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson spoke with two other female trailblazers who have transformed America's most popular sport.
NFL's first full-time Black female coach: "It was a very long road"
Jennifer King got her to break after Ron Rivera, the Washington team's head coach, realized her resume was just as good as any young male coach.
NFL aims for Super Bowl "full house"
Because of COVID public health restrictions, this year's Super Bowl will be played well below its stadium's capacity. One Arizona printing company is working with the NFL to bring fans to the game — with a unique, pandemic-era solution. Jamie Yuccas reports.
NFL owners lost an estimated $4 billion during pandemic
Football league will bounce back financially once fans return to stadiums and TV contracts are renewed, experts say.
Pro Football Hall of Fame contenders
More than a dozen former NFL players are up for the chance to be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year. David Baker, president and CEO of the organization, joins CBSN to discuss how the selections are made.
Buccaneers and Chiefs set for Super Bowl LV
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs are set to square off in the 2021 Super Bowl. Meanwhile, Tuesday marks one year since the death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and seven others. CBS News special correspondent James Brown joins CBSN to discuss the latest in the sports world.
Jennifer King becomes NFL's first full-time Black female assistant coach
"It's another step forward for women in football," King said.
History will be made at Super Bowl LV
Super Bowl 55 is set between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs, and it's already making history.
Buccaneers and Chiefs make it to Super Bowl
Tom Brady is heading back to the Super Bowl with his new team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They will face off against the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs, led by Patrick Mahomes. CBS Sports senior NFL writer Will Brinson spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about what to watch during the matchup between Brady and Mahomes on CBS.
Previewing the NFL's championship Sunday
We are just hours away from finding out who will be playing in Super Bowl LV in Tampa, Florida. Championship Sunday kicks off with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers heading to Green Bay to take on Aaron Rodgers and the Packers. In the evening, the Buffalo Bills will be making their first AFC Championship appearance in nearly three decades when they take on the reigning Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs on the road at Arrowhead Stadium. CBS Sports NFL writer Tyler Sullivan has more on Sunday's games.
NFL invites health care workers to Super Bowl
Thousands of health care workers are receiving an invite to the Super Bowl, courtesy of the NFL. Roger Goodell, the league's commissioner, announced Friday that 7,500 vaccinated health care workers will be invited to the annual championship game, being played this year in Tampa, as a thank you for their service during the coronavirus pandemic.
NFL gives vaccinated health care workers free Super Bowl tickets
The move is a thank you to frontline workers who put their lives at risk during the coronavirus pandemic.
Feds seize 284 fake sports championship rings
The counterfeit rings were replicated as teams from the NFL, NBA and WWE.
Urban Meyer returns to coaching with Jacksonville Jaguars
Urban Meyer agreed to become head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday, leaving the broadcast booth and returning to the sidelines after a two-year absence that followed another health scare.
NFL encourages teams to offer stadiums for COVID-19 vaccinations
Football stadiums have been closed to the public for most of the 2020-21 season, but that might change soon.
NFL looks ahead to the playoffs
The NFL has officially finished its regular season despite the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic. Now the league is focusing on the playoffs. CBS Sports NFL writer Will Brinson joins CBSN to discuss.
Panthers lineman says he's 1st NFL player to be "paid in Bitcoin"
Okung will take half of his $13 million salary in Bitcoin, but it won't necessarily come in that form from his team.
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Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; manhunt for shooter ongoing
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Timeline of the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk
Timeline of the deadly shooting of Charlie Kirk, according to information gathered by the CBS News Confirmed team.
Search for Charlie Kirk's killer continues. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
Nation holds tributes to mark 24 years since 9/11
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
British ambassador to U.S. fired over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Britain's Ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, has been fired by Prime Minister Keir Starmer over "the depth and extent" of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Hyundai CEO says immigration raid will delay battery plant's construction
Construction will be delayed by up to three months as the plant now grapples with shortage of workers.
Nadine Menendez sentenced to more than 4 years in bribery case
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
Social Security COLA could increase 2.7% in 2026, new estimate shows
A 2.7% COLA increase would raise the average monthly Social Security payment by about $54.
Map shows West Nile virus cases as officials warn season isn't over
Health officials are warning the West Nile virus season isn't over yet. Here's where the mosquito-borne illness has been spreading.