Chris Mortensen, NFL reporter for ESPN, dies at age 72
Chris Mortensen, the award-winning journalist who covered the NFL for close to four decades, including 32 as a senior analyst at ESPN, died Sunday morning, ESPN confirmed.
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Chris Mortensen, the award-winning journalist who covered the NFL for close to four decades, including 32 as a senior analyst at ESPN, died Sunday morning, ESPN confirmed.
"I didn't know a job existed where I could sit on my own couch, watch football and make fun of my brother, but I'm happy it does," Eli said.
"Inside Edition" anchor Deborah Norville spoke with former athletic trainer Jamie Naughright who accuses retired NFL star Peyton Manning of inappropriate behavior as she treated him for an injury in 1996. The interview includes never-before-seen video of Manning's 2003 deposition responding to a defamation suit later brought by Naughright. Manning's attorney said in a statement: "Peyton Manning has been absolutely clear: Jamie Naughright's accusations are false." Norville joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why Naughright's coming forward with the accusations.
Peyton Manning gave an emotional goodbye during a press conference announcing his retirement from the NFL. Manning retires with multiple NFL records, but also amid several off-the-field controversies. The NFL Today Host James Brown joins CBSN to discuss.
James Brown, CBS News special correspondent and host of "NFL Today," discusses the 18-year career of Peyton Manning. Manning is going out on top after the Denver Broncos won the Super Bowl; but his final year was marred by some controversy.
Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning retired Monday after an 18-season run in the NFL. Senior NFL writer for CBSsports.com Will Brinson joins CBSN with more details on Manning's emotional announcement.
The NFL's all-time leading passer tearfully said good-bye to the NFL. Peyton Manning announced his retirement before an audience of reporters, Broncos officials and teammates. He played 18 years, winning two Super Bowls and five MVP awards.
Super Bowl champion quarterback Peyton Manning faces new questions about an alleged sexual assault in college. A report in New York Daily News details the alleged 1996 incident involving Manning and a female athletic trainer. At the time, Manning was a star football player for the University of Tennessee. CBS Sports Network’s Dana Jacobson reports.
Super Bowl 50 was a record-setting event for Peyton Manning. He is now the oldest starting quarterback ever to win a Super Bowl, the first quarterback to win 200 games in his career and the first in history to lead two different teams to victory in the Super Bowl. Manning joins “CBS This Morning” from Santa Clara, California, to discuss Sunday night’s win against the Carolina Panthers.
Linebacker DeMarcus Ware was a big part of the Denver Broncos' stifling defense at Super Bowl 50. Ware joins “CBS This Morning” from Santa Clara” to discuss Sunday night’s big win.
Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning may play in his final game on Super Bowl Sunday. NFL legend and Peyton's father, Archie Manning, talks with CBSN about his son's upcoming challenge.
The Super Bowl is a family affair for Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning and his younger brother, Eli, quarterback for the New York Giants. Counting this Sunday's game, the Manning brothers will have played in six of the last 10 Super Bowls. Eli earned the first of his two Super Bowl rings in 2008, but this Sunday, he will be cheering on his big brother. Eli Manning joins “CBS This Morning” from San Francisco to discuss Super Bowl 50.
On Monday, Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning addressed a report that linked him to Human Growth Hormone, or HGH. The performance enhancing drug is banned by the NFL. Manning spoke with CBS analyst Bill Cowher ahead of Super Bowl 50.
Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump says he will not participate in the final GOP debate before next week's Iowa caucuses; the Zika virus is continuing to spread and U.S. doctors are bracing for its arrival
Ahead of Super Bowl 50, the NFL says it will investigate claims Denver Broncos' quarterback Peyton Manning took human growth hormone. CBSN's Contessa Brewer has more.
In this week's edition of Tuesday Morning Quarterback, James Brown, a CBS News special correspondent and the host of "The NFL Today," joined CBSN to discuss quarterbacks Drew Brees of the New Orleans Saints and Eli Manning of the New York Giants. Brown also discussed allegations of health care fraud within the NFL and Newtown's state high school championship win on the anniversary of the Sandy Hook massacre.
Manning will officially announce his retirement on Friday.
Brees entered the game needing 201 yards for the record. He passed for 250 by halftime, completing 17 of 20 passes, including two TD tosses and no interceptions
Former quarterback remains a spokesperson for the chain, which recently lost its role as corporate sponsor for the NFL
Manning, who was a 19-year-old All-American QB at the University of Tennessee at the time, maintains he was horsing around with a teammate
The former NFL star says he has "zero interest in being a politician"
The superstar quarterback has long since denied claims he cheated as a pro, calling charges of PED use "garbage"
You know all their high-flying plays and heart-stopping touchdowns. But do you know where they went to college or what they studied?
The child drops to the floor from his car seat and crouches with his head in hands sobbing
Manning says tearful good-bye to NFL as its all-time leading passer and winningest starting quarterback
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the new measures will be the "greatest financial offensive" ever.
Historically rare, immigration arrests of military spouses and parents have become more common under the second Trump administration.
The meeting came with Democrats expected to take control of the House in the November elections, which would put Jeffries in line to become the next House speaker.
The fire apparently began Saturday and grew significantly throughout the day, fueled by strong, gusty winds, low humidity and dry vegetation.
Grayson, 32, was found guilty last October of second-degree murder for the shooting of Sonya Massey and was serving a 20-year sentence.
A quintuple murder suspect was found dead inside a vehicle in Enumclaw, Washington a day after the bodies of five people were discovered outside Portland, Oregon, authorities said.
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, said the tariff fight with Canada could extend U.S. inflation, should the tense trade dynamic between the historically allied countries continue.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said the MMR vaccine is "not a lethal vaccine," despite President Trump's claims in recent days.
Two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested after an unreported traffic stop in which they assaulted a man and woman and shocked them with a Taser, the city's police chief said.
A quintuple murder suspect was found dead inside a vehicle in Enumclaw, Washington a day after the bodies of five people were discovered outside Portland, Oregon, authorities said.
Historically rare, immigration arrests of military spouses and parents have become more common under the second Trump administration.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said the MMR vaccine is "not a lethal vaccine," despite President Trump's claims in recent days.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Walmart will let shoppers use tap-to-pay methods, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, beginning later this month.
The Justice Department sued TikTok in 2024, alleging that it violated a U.S. law prohibiting the collection of kids' data.
Cash drop social media accounts have people racing to find money hidden across the country. Here's what's behind the viral videos.
Consumer advocates are urging the FTC to examine whether AI developers are hurting competition and reducing public access to source material.
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
The meeting came with Democrats expected to take control of the House in the November elections, which would put Jeffries in line to become the next House speaker.
Historically rare, immigration arrests of military spouses and parents have become more common under the second Trump administration.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said the MMR vaccine is "not a lethal vaccine," despite President Trump's claims in recent days.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Byron Donalds and Seth Moulton join Margaret Brennan.
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
This year, emergency room visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how residents of Martha Vineyard are addressing an epidemic of Alpha-gal, and talks with experts about how best to avoid tick bites.
Hosted by Steve Hartman. Featured: The explosion of tick bites and Alpha-gal syndrome; singer Kenny Chesney; botanist and bestselling author Robin Wall Kimmerer; origami artist Robert Lang; one artist's very quirky home; an iconic photo of Harlem jazz legends; and a retirement home for musicians in Milan.
Retired Olympic runner Jenny Simpson earned a slew of accolades for her performances in three Olympic Games — but two months ago, she nearly died after suffering a cardiac event. Simpson spoke with Errol Barnett about her diagnosis of arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy, the rare ailment she'd unknowingly carried for four decades.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the new measures will be the "greatest financial offensive" ever.
The following is the transcript of the interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, who is on the boards of Pfizer and UnitedHealthCare, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
The following is the transcript of an interview with Neel Kashkari, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Byron Donalds, Republican of Florida and candidate for Florida governor, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
The following is the transcript of an interview with Dr. Mehmet Oz, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services administrator, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 23, 2026.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer, a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, is author of the New York Times bestsellers "Braiding Sweetgrass" and "The Serviceberry" – books that advocate for living and working in collaboration with the Earth. She talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about the importance of respecting both Western scientific knowledge and Indigenous knowledge, planting trees, and sharing the gifts of nature.
In his recent memoir, "Heart Life Music," Kenny Chesney describes his life's journey, from Knoxville, Tenn., to No Shoes Nation and beyond. Chesney sits down with Lee Cowan in the Florida Keys, where the country superstar is just another laid-back local, to talk about family, touring, and how he recovered from a 2009 concert which he describes as "hitting a wall." [Originally broadcast Oct. 26, 2025.]
Opera great Giuseppe Verdi, one of history's most successful composers, used his fortune to create a retirement home for professional musicians "not favored by fortune." Residents of Casa Verdi in Milan not only share their lifetimes of artistry, they also provide master classes to young musicians. Chris Livesay reports.
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including actress Hayden Panettiere, star of "Nashville" and "Heroes."
Lawmakers and lobbyists are now using artificial intelligence to draft bills, but it turns out AI is currently terrible at the technicalities of federal law and regulations. Politico Congress tech reporter Owen Dahlkamp joins to discuss his recent article on the topic.
Walmart will let shoppers use tap-to-pay methods, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, beginning later this month.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
The Justice Department sued TikTok in 2024, alleging that it violated a U.S. law prohibiting the collection of kids' data.
Consumer advocates are urging the FTC to examine whether AI developers are hurting competition and reducing public access to source material.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested after an unreported traffic stop in which they assaulted a man and woman and shocked them with a Taser, the city's police chief said.
A quintuple murder suspect was found dead inside a vehicle in Enumclaw, Washington a day after the bodies of five people were discovered outside Portland, Oregon, authorities said.
A trail of clues — including an oil leak, security video and data from a truck's onboard computer — lead S.C. investigators to a jealous man suspected of running down a romantic rival.
A Houston Uber driver found himself involved in police activity after two officers jumped into his vehicle in pursuit of a suspect. Lana Zak has the story.
Karmelo Anthony's murder conviction and 35-year prison sentence are staying in place after a Texas judge denied his request for a new trial.
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
For generations of drivers, getting behind the wheel meant you had to be able to use a stick shift. Now, new data shows that manual-transmission cars have all but disappeared. But some are keeping the driving skill alive. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn goes on a ride.
A new generation isn't just picking up a needle and thread; they're stitching an entirely new way of life. Itay Hod has the story from California.
The last of more than 2,000 beagles from a Wisconsin facility that bred them for medical research have been rescued. Adam Yamaguchi accompanied them on their journey to freedom.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia plans to draft 300,000 more troops into the fight as the invasion drags on. On Sunday, waves of Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's economy, hitting a massive retail warehouse outside of Moscow. Holly Williams reports.
The escalating trade war with Canada has ruptured a once-close and durable alliance. It will soon have people on both sides of the border paying up. Jarred Hill has more details from New York.