"48 Hours" preview

Former New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez was convicted of murder in 2015 and later died by suicide in a Massachusetts prison. Best-selling author James Patterson calls it the most troubling crime story of our time. He takes on the case in his new book, "All-American Murder," which raises the question of whether a degenerative brain disease linked to football could have caused his violent behavior. Patterson joins "CBS This Morning" to preview his "48 Hours" special, which airs Saturday, Jan. 20 at 10/9c on CBS.

• Jan 19, 2018
• 5:58

Sneak peek: All-American Murder

What made NFL star Aaron Hernandez kill and kill himself? Best-selling author James Patterson unravels Hernandez's complicated and troubling story -- and you don't know the half of it yet. Watch a "48 Hours" special Saturday, Jan. 20 at 10/9c on CBS.

• Jan 18, 2018
• 4:17

Vikings fan's surprise

The Vikings had surprised her with a pair of tickets to attend Sunday night's playoff game in honor of her upcoming 100th birthday. Toward the end of the game, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell took time to visit with her, and gave her two tickets to the Super Bowl.

• Jan 16, 2018
• 1:04

Latest sports headlines

It was a miracle in Minnesota as the Vikings beat the Saints in the last seconds of Sunday’s game. The Eagles pulled off some magic of their own with a late game defensive stance against the Falcons. CBS Sports writer Bill Reiter joins CBSN to recap the wild weekend in the NFL.

• Jan 15, 2018
• 4:05

College football playoffs

The Georgia Bulldogs will take on the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship. CBS Sports' Bill Reiter, host of "Reiter Than You," joins CBSN to break down the big game and to discuss the NFL playoffs.

• Jan 8, 2018
• 3:56

NFL preview

Which teams have a chance to make a deep run ahead of the NFL playoffs wild card round? Reid Forgrave, national writer for CBSSports.com, joins CBSN to break down the first slate of games and explain who he thinks will play in the Super Bowl.

• Jan 5, 2018
• 5:48

New Raiders coach

The Oakland Raiders will be naming "Monday Night Football" analyst Jon Gruden as the team's next head coach, CBS Sports has learned. Gruden previously coached the Raiders from 1998-2001. CBS Sports' Bill Reiter, host of "Reiter Than You," joins CBSN to break down the deal.

• Jan 5, 2018
• 1:12

CBS Sports update

CBS Sports' Bill Reiter joins CBSN to talk about the latest in the NFL and preview the college football championship game.

• Jan 5, 2018
• 4:43

2017 in sports

After another year of championships and personal achievements, 2017 will likely be remembered as a year when sports and politics became inseparable. Reid Forgrave, national writer for CBSsports.com joins CBSN to discuss the most memorable sports stories of 2017.

• Dec 28, 2017
• 5:36

CBS Sports update

Aaron Rodgers is coming back this weekend from injury, but can he save the Packers' playoff hopes? CBS Sports' Bill Reiter joins CBSN with more on that, this weekend's other games, and the playoff implications.

• Dec 15, 2017
• 2:57

Eagles star Chris Long

Our ongoing series A More Perfect Union aims to show that what unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us. Special correspondent James Brown introduces us to Chris Long, an unassuming NFL star who avoids the limelight. He's spent most of his life putting his time, heart, soul and money into helping kids in underserved communities.

• Dec 14, 2017
• 5:07

NFL Network suspensions

The NFL Network has suspended three former players turned analysts following a lawsuit by a former network staffer. CBS Sports' Bill Reiter spoke to CBSN about the impact the case may have on the male-dominated industry.

• Dec 12, 2017
• 4:20

CBS Sports update

The New York Giants are parting ways with head coach Ben McAdoo and general manager Jerry Reese. Co-owner John Mara says the team, "spiraled out of control" and a move needed to be made. CBS Sports writer Bill Reiter joins us to talk about this firing and the next move for the Giants.

• Dec 4, 2017
• 4:16

Trump tweets

On the first morning of his Thanksgiving vacation in Florida, President Trump lashed out at LaVar Ball, the father of a UCLA basketball player who was detained in China for shoplifting. Errol Barnett reports.

• Nov 22, 2017
• 1:59

Broncos skydiving team

A four-person parachute team called Thunderstorm is known for skydiving into Sports Authority field before every Denver Broncos home game in what many consider the coolest pre-game ritual in all of professional sports. CBS News correspondent Dana Jacobson joined CBSN to tell us about how she got to join the team.

• Nov 20, 2017
• 6:37

Broncos parachute team

The Thunderstorm, a four-person parachute team, gets fans excited ahead of every Denver Broncos home game at Sports Authority Field. Their aerial acrobatics make the Thunderstorm one of the most exciting pre-game rituals in professional sports. It's the only one of its kind in the NFL. Dana Jacobson suited up to experience what makes the stunt so dangerous and invigorating.

• Nov 20, 2017
• 5:35

NFL investigates Jameis Winston

The NFL is investigating Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston after an Uber driver accused him of sexually assaulting her in 2016. Winston has since denied the allegation. CBS Sports' Bill Reiter, the host of "Reiter Than You," joins CBSN with more.

• Nov 17, 2017
• 4:26

Gronkowski donates $1.2 million to renovate playground

NFL star Rob Gronkowski is donating $1.2 million to renovate a playground in Boston.

• May 7, 2021
• 7:14

Texans anthem protest

Members of the Houston Texans took a knee during the national anthem Sunday in response to their owner's remarks at a meeting about anthem protests earlier in the week. Roxana Saberi reports.

• Oct 29, 2017
• 1:58

Falcons owner on anthem protests

The owner of the Houston Texans is apologizing after his comments about the ongoing protests by NFL players during the national anthem. During a meeting between players and owners last week, Bob McNair said if the league didn't stop the protests, it would be like "inmates running the prison." The issue came up when CBS News' Dana Jacobson sat down with Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank to discuss their new stadium and community redevelopment plan for a future story.

• Oct 28, 2017
• 2:56

NFL Irish dancer

Alex Collins, a 23-year-old running back with the Baltimore Ravens, is having a banner year, leading the NFL in yards per carry. But people are starting to notice that he sometimes runs like he's dancing. And in fact he is -- he's Irish dancing. Chip Reid reports.

• Oct 24, 2017
• 2:23

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• Oct 18, 2017
• 44:47

Anthem protests

NFL team owners and executives met with representatives of the players' union in New York on Tuesday. The two sides discussed joint action in light of players protesting social justice issues by kneeling during the national anthem. CBS News correspondent Dana Jacobson joins CBSN with the latest details.

• Oct 17, 2017
• 5:28

CBS Sports update

The Cubs win in an unusual division series and will go on to face the L.A. Dodgers in the NLCS. And in football, the NFL can't seem to keep the focus on the field. CBS Sports' Bill Reiter joins CBSN with more.

• Oct 13, 2017
• 4:02

Eminem rap attacks Trump

Filmed in a car park in Detroit and aired during the 2017 BET Hip Hop Awards, superstar Eminem performed nearly a five minute freestyle rap in which he sharply criticized President Trump. The rapper finished with an ultimatum to his fans -- either support him, or the president.

• Oct 11, 2017
• 4:30

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