Football

After what he called a “difficult time these last couple of months,” Brandon McManus said Wednesday he is grateful to the Packers for giving him the opportunity to resume his kicking career in the NFL.

Aaron Jones, who is recovering from what the team has reclassified as a hamstring injury, is hoping to return to practice, while coach Kevin O’Connell has been noncommittal about his availability for Sunday’s game.

The Bills acquired wide receiver Amari Cooper in a trade with the Browns on Tuesday.

The Jets acquired star wide receiver Davante Adams in a blockbuster trade Tuesday.

The Vikings acquired running back Cam Akers and a conditional seventh-round pick in 2026 from the Texans in exchange for a conditional sixth-round pick in 2026.

The Lions and DT Alim McNeill agreed to a four-year extension worth $97 million, including $55 million guaranteed, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Tom Brady’s purchase of a minority stake in the Raiders was approved by NFL team owners Tuesday.

Brandon McManus and the Packers have agreed to a one-year deal, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter, and the veteran kicker is expected to be active for Sunday’s game against the Texans at Lambeau Field.

Giants star left tackle Andrew Thomas will miss an extended period of time with a foot injury, sources told ESPN.