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Jackson reports add to doubts about Ravens-Steelers

Sunday's game vs. the Steelers could be in jeopardy.

Joe Rivera

Thielen placed on COVID list

Adam Thielen's status for the Vikings' game with the Panthers is in doubt, while three Ravens players tested positive for COVID-19.

Nicholas McGee

Lamar Jackson praises Cam Newton

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton was praised by Lamar Jackson and John Harbaugh.

Dejan Kalinic

Ravens coach Harbaugh on Jackson

John Harbaugh discussed Lamar Jackson and Dez Bryant ahead of Sunday's clash with the Indianapolis Colts.

Sacha Pisani

Jackson excited to face Steelers

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is ready for a test against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Dejan Kalinic

Bryant joins Ravens

Dez Bryant has not played a snap since the 2017 season, but the 31-year-old is on the comeback trail via the Baltimore Ravens.

Sacha Pisani

Ravens plan to pluck Bryant, not Brown, off NFL scrap heap

The Ravens reportedly plan to sign Dez Bryant as wide receiver depth, with the reports coming a day after NFL teams' interest in Antonio Brown emerged.

Billy Heyen

NFL mock draft 2021: Jets, Broncos, Vikings all go QB

Sporting News' updated mock draft finds new franchise quarterbacks for three teams floundering to start the 2020 season. Plus, the Giants, Falcons and Bengals add defensive stars in the top 10.

Vinnie Iyer

Mahomes not referencing ranking

After picking out Eric Fisher with his fourth touchdown pass on Monday, Patrick Mahomes' celebration set tongues wagging.

Tom Webber

John Harbaugh to face fines?

The Baltimore coach removed his face covering — mandated at all times on NFL sidelines due to COVID-19 — to yell at a referee in his face.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Jackson: Chiefs are Ravens' Kryptonite

Baltimore's MVP quarterback lauded the team that has now beaten the Ravens three consecutive times.

Stats Perform News

Jackson not focused on Mahomes

Lamar Jackson previewed Monday's showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Sacha Pisani

NFL power rankings for Week 3

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 3 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Ravens' John Harbaugh nixes face shield plan after watching Andy Reid struggle on 'TNF'

The Baltimore coach considered using the shield in Sunday's meeting with the Browns. That plan changed after watching Andy Reid struggle with his Thursday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Ravens almost stole Clowney from Titans, report

Baltimore was trying to make the same move New Orleans was attempting before Clowney signed with Tennessee.

Tadd Haislop

Christian McCaffrey vs. Saquon Barkley

Christian McCaffrey and Saquon Barkley are clearly the two best RBs in the top-tier of our rankings. Who should go No. 1 during your fantasy football draft?

Jacob Camenker

Will there be fans at NFL games in 2020?

The NFL is allowing each of its 32 teams and local lawmakers to determine whether fans can attend football games amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a team-by-team breakdown, updated with the latest news.

Tadd Haislop

What is Earl Thomas' future with Ravens?

The NFL veteran was reportedly sent home from Ravens practice on Friday and did not appear on Saturday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Jackson: Dez looks good

Dez Bryant is set for a tryout with the Baltimore Ravens, whose MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson likes what he has seen of the veteran online.

Nicholas McGee

Brown a good fit for Ravens, says cousin

Lamar Jackson wants the Baltimore Ravens to sign Antonio Brown, and Marquise Brown has added his support of a potential deal.

Ben Spratt

Jackson 'tired of going home'

The Baltimore Ravens have suffered successive playoff disappointments and Lamar Jackson is determined to avoid the same outcome in 2020.

Nicholas McGee

Jackson hopes Ravens sign Brown

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson would welcome Antonio Brown to Baltimore.

Dejan Kalinic

NFL GM rankings 2020: Best, worst decision-makers in the league

NFL general managers can both rise fast and fall hard. Here's how we have them ranked, 1-32, with the leaders of last year's Super Bowl teams deservingly on top.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL training camp openings remain on schedule

The league is sticking with its initial timetable for now as teams work out plans for players to return to facilities.

Tom Gatto

Jackson annoyed by Mahomes debate

Their similar trajectories as players and their status as two of the NFL's premier quarterbacks as the league enters a new era at the position has made "Jackson or Mahomes" a frequent debate topic.

Nicholas McGee

Harbaugh questions NFL guidelines

Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh questioned the NFL's guidelines around coronavirus.

Jon Palmieri

Judon signs franchise tag

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Matthew Judon, tagged in March, is set to earn around $16.3million in 2020.

Matt Becker

NFL power rankings: Buccaneers, Bills join top tier

With the 2020 NFL Draft completed and most key free agents signed, here are Sporting News' latest NFL power rankings, updated with each team's offseason moves.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Draft grades 2020

Sporting News' grades are in for the 2020 NFL Draft. Here are the best and worst classes, from a surprisingly impressive haul for Jerry Jones and the Cowboys to an all-around whiff by the Packers.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL free agency tracker: The 10 best available free agents still unsigned in 2020

Several good players are still available in 2020 NFL free agency.

Tadd Haislop

NFL franchise tag tracker: Which players were tagged in 2020?

Sporting News is tracking the NFL players who received the franchise tag from their teams.

Austin Anderson

Ravens tag Judon

Matthew Judon has been franchise tagged by the Baltimore Ravens, ensuring they cannot lose him for nothing next week.

Nicholas McGee

Ravens great Marshal Yanda retires

A career that will likely see him enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame has been brought to an end by Marshal Yanda.

Nicholas McGee

Bills RB Wade has Allen's backing

Christian Wade can "definitely" make the Buffalo Bills' active roster in 2020, according to quarterback Josh Allen.

Liam Blackburn

NFL mock draft 2020: Patriots, Raiders, Cowboys, Giants go defense

Here is our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 with the actual draft fewer than three months away.

Vinnie Iyer

Lamar Jackson named MVP

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has succeeded Patrick Mahomes as the NFL's MVP after a stellar season.

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Humphrey uses 'choke' to describe Ravens after shock loss

The Baltimore cornerback brought what he said was the "hard truth" about his team.

Tom Gatto

Record-breaking Henry hails Titans' team effort

It was an outstanding evening for Derrick Henry as the Tennessee Titans shocked the Baltimore Ravens in the Divisional Round.

Peter Hanson

Ravens' loss proves they need a new offensive approach

In order to avoid more postseason defeats like Saturday night's to Tennessee, Baltimore needs to evolve offensively. The option game with Lamar Jackson is not diverse enough.

Mike DeCourcy

Titans take down Super Bowl favourites Ravens in NFL boilover

The New England Patriots one week, the Baltimore Ravens the next. The Tennessee Titans caused another upset on Saturday.

Sacha Pisani

Ravens RB Ingram misses practice

Mark Ingram missed Baltimore Ravens practice days out from their NFL playoff meeting with the Tennessee Titans.

Dejan Kalinic

Jackson: Browns 'need to chill out'

Greg Roman has spoken to Cleveland about that team's head coaching vacancy, but Lamar Jackson wants his focus to be on getting Baltimore to the Super Bowl.

Peter Thompson

Ranking the NFL's 2020 playoff QBs with the most to prove

The 12 quarterbacks in the NFL's 2020 playoff field are separated by two decades. From a six-time Super Bowl champion to the seven QBs without a playoff win, each has something to prove.

Bill Bender

NFL mock draft 2020: Dolphins, Panthers get Bengals' QB leftovers

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order. Here are our draft projections for the top prospects in the 2020 class.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL playoff power rankings 2020: Every team's real chances to win Super Bowl 54

With the NFL playoff bracket for 2020 set, Super Bowl odds have been updated, but they don't necessarily reflect how we feel about the teams most and least likely to win the championship.

Vinnie Iyer

Who's in the NFL playoffs 2020?

The bracket for the NFL playoffs in 2020 is set. Here are the wild-card matchups based on the final postseason standings.

Tadd Haislop

Best, worst possible match-ups for each NFL playoff team

As Week 17 arrives and the NFL playoff picture takes form, here are the matchups each playoff team should wish to draw and hope to avoid.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL mock draft 2020: Redskins pass on Young

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order for the first round. Where will the top prospects like Joe Burrow, Chase Young, Tua Tagovailoa and others land?

Vinnie Iyer

Lamar Jackson gifts Ravens offensive line Rolex watches

The quarterback is Santa and the frontrunner to win NFL MVP.

Beckham explains heated conversation with Kitchens

It's no secret Odell Beckham Jr. is not happy in Cleveland. The wide receiver made that clear on Sunday vs. the Ravens.

NFL playoff clinching scenarios for Cowboys, Packers, Ravens

Six teams had NFL playoff clinching scenarios in play this week.

Tadd Haislop

NFL playoff picture: Clinching scenarios for Ravens

Baltimore can clinch the top seed in the playoffs even if it doesn't win in Week 16.

Tadd Haislop

NFL playoff picture: Projecting the seeds & matchups for AFC, NFC brackets

Here is our latest projection for the NFL playoff seeding with the postseason picture two weeks away from being finalised.

Tadd Haislop

NFL power rankings: Packers, Chiefs, Seahawks rise

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the developments around the league as Week 16 arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

Lamar: I'll cherish beating Vick

Another fantastic performance saw Lamar Jackson break the single-season rushing record for a quarterback.

Nicholas McGee

Jackson passed Vick as a QB long before rushing record

As Lamar Jackson breaks Michael Vick's single-season rushing record for a quarterback, it shouldn't distract from the elite passing season the Ravens QB has put together in 2019.

Vinnie Iyer

Lamar: I'll cherish beating Vick 'forever'

Another fantastic performance saw Lamar Jackson break the single-season rushing record for a quarterback.

Nicholas McGee

Burrow is Jackson's Heisman pick

Joe Burrow appears destined to be the number one pick in the 2020 NFL Draft and Lamar Jackson believes he should win the Heisman Trophy too.

Nicholas McGee

NFL playoff clinching scenarios for Ravens, Bills, 49ers

Six teams have chances to clinch playoff berths in Week 14. Here are the scenarios for each.

Tadd Haislop

Ravens going to Super Bowl – Thomas

Baltimore Ravens safety Earl Thomas did not hold back in his prediction about the team.

Sacha Pisani

NFL picks, predictions for Week 13

In our picks and predictions for Week 13 of the 2019 NFL season, Pittsburgh wins its chippy rematch against Cleveland. Plus, Minnesota escapes Seattle with a victory, and Green Bay takes care of business in New York.

Tadd Haislop

Jackson's mind-boggling numbers end all NFL MVP debate

However you add it up, the Ravens quarterback has a ridiculous statistical resume and is the most indispensable player in the NFL this season.

Vinnie Iyer

Peters, Ramsey had heated confrontation after Ravens-Rams

Peters had a big night against the team that traded him last month, and his primary trash-talk target was Ramsey. As one might imagine, things were not pretty after the game Monday.

Tadd Haislop

Jackson focused on winning Super Bowl, not MVP

Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson tried to ignore the growing hype over his MVP candidacy.

Sacha Pisani

NFL mock draft 2020: Tua Tagovailoa drops out of first round

Here is our latest 2020 NFL mock draft in the wake of a hip injury to Tua Tagovailoa, a possible No. 1 overall pick who now could slide out of the first round entirely.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings Week 12

Here are our updated NFL power rankings as Week 12 of the 2019 season arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

Patriots lose to Ravens

The New England Patriots dropped to 8-1, while the Baltimore Ravens improved to 6-2 with victory against the Super Bowl champions.

Drew Nantais

Seahawks soar past Buccaneers in OT

Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson continued his MVP-calibre season by tying a career high with five touchdown passes for the Seahawks.

Sacha Pisani

Can the Patriots go 16-0?

Based on New England's schedule, five teams over the next six weeks have chances to spoil Patriots perfection. If they all fail, chances are Tom Brady, Bill Belichick and Co. will go undefeated in the regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the latest developments around the league as Week 9 of the 2019 season arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

Thomas fined for hit on Rudolph

Earl Thomas has paid the price for his major hit on Mason Rudolph in Week 5 of the NFL.

Drew Nantais

Rudolph didn't need cart, NFL says

It was reported the medical cart at Heinz Field did not break down and instead failed because of operator error.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Starting QBs since Kaepernick

Each NFL team has played at least 35 games since Colin Kaepernick's last appearance, and 80 different quarterbacks have been starters.

Liam Blackburn

Terrell Suggs eyes Baltimore return

Suggs, who starred for 16 seasons with the Ravens, says that playing his old team will be "weird."

Arthur Weinstein

Where will Antonio Brown sign? Patriots (of course), Seahawks, 49ers among possible landing spots

AB is free to sign with a new team after being cut by the Raiders, so where will he go? Here are the possible teams that could sign him.

Vinnie Iyer

Fitzpatrick named Dolphins starter

Brian Flores confirmed quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick as Miami's week one starter for the September 8 clash, ahead of Josh Rosen.

Alexis Mansanarez

Robert Griffin III injury update

"He won't be able to do anything until that fracture heals, which is a time frame," Ravens coach John Harbaugh said Saturday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

RGIII fractures thumb at practice

"Everything you have been through will make you stronger," Griffin wrote on Twitter.

Alexis Mansanarez

RGIII: Ravens' offense will shock

"I feel like I’m a better quarterback than I’ve ever been. If called upon, I can’t wait to showcase it," Griffin said Friday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

When does NFL training camp start in 2019? Dates, schedules, locations for all 32 teams

NFL training camp start dates vary from team to team in 2019. Find out when training camp starts for your team this year.

Tadd Haislop

Lamar Jackson will run less in 2019, Ravens owner says

"I think you'll be pleasantly surprised that Lamar is not going to be running 20 times a game," Steve Bisciotti said Wednesday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

NFL Draft grades: Ranking the best, worst 2019 draft classes 1-32

Final results won't be known for a few years, but there is enough information already to make an early assessment of every team's selections.

Vinnie Iyer

Foles signs with Jaguars

Multiple big-name free agents reportedly agreed to contracts on Monday. Here is a list of the biggest moves.

E.Jay Zarett

Ravens re-sign TE Nick Boyle to 3-year contract, report says

The deal reportedly is worth $18 million and includes $10 million in guarantees.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Ravens cut Eric Weddle

Eric Weddle was set to receive a $6.5million base salary in 2019, prompting the Ravens to cut him ahead of free agency.

Alexis Mansanarez

Ravens RB Alex Collins arrested

Collins faces several charges involving marijuana possession and a firearms violation.

Bob Hille

Lamar Jackson's danger in running 'overrated,' says Ravens offensive coordinator

As the traditional wisdom goes in the NFL, running quarterbacks face more danger and are more prone to injuries than pocket passers.

Arthur Weinstein

Ravens tailored for Jackson

Offensive coordinator Greg Roman wants to start from scratch and streamline the offense to make it efficient and understandable for players.

Chelsea Howard

Ravens 'deal Flacco to Broncos'

The Broncos have reportedly traded for Joe Flacco in a deal that cannot be processed until new NFL league year begins on March 13.

Kirstie Chiappelli

NFL trade rumors: Ravens to deal QB Joe Flacco to Bronco

The deal, which seals Lamar Jackson's spot as Baltimore's starter, can't be processed until new NFL league year begins on March 13.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Ravens give Harbaugh extension

NFL Super Bowl-winning coach John Harbaugh, 56, received a four-year extension from the Baltimore Ravens.

Ameer Tyree

Ravens will not retain Mornhinweg

The Ravens finished the year 6-2 with Lamar Jackson at starting quarterback and completely changed their offense in the process.

Thomas Lott

Who will win Super Bowl 53?

NFL playoffs 2019: Saints, Rams, Chiefs and Ravens garner Omnisport experts' predictions.

Nicholas McGee

Flacco isn't having 'fun' as QB2

Sunday's wild-card game will see Joe Flacco back up rookie starter Lamar Jackson against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Alexis Mansanarez

Brady is playoff-ready

At age 41, Brady had one of his least-productive seasons in 2018.

Travis Durkee

Ravens shut down Chargers in NFL

Needing a win, the Baltimore Ravens delivered against the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL.

Alexis Mansanarez

Ravens say Harbaugh is safe

The Baltimore Ravens confirmed John Harbaugh would continue as head coach next season.

Ameer Tyree

NFL playoff scenarios: How Steelers, Vikings, others can clinch in Week 16

Multiple NFL playoff clinching scenarios are in play for Week 16. Here is how the NFL playoff picture looks as 2018 postseason gets closer.

Tadd Haislop

NFL releases 2019 Pro Bowl rosters

The NFL released the rosters for the 2019 Pro Bowl in Orlando, Fla. on Tuesday.

Ameer Tyree

Flacco update: Practices Friday

Flacco has missed significant time after injuring his right hip on Nov. 4, but Friday, he was able to fully participate in practice.

Alexis Mansanarez

Flacco doubtful, Jackson may start

Lamar Jackson could start at quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens against the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL on Sunday.

Thomas Lott

Steelers set price for Bell

Steelers GM Kevin Colbert reportedly is seeking at least a second-round draft pick and a "good" player in exchange for the disgruntled RB.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Brown says stats are there

Antonio Brown hit back at critics questioning his start to the season for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Alexis Mansanarez

Le'Veon Bell spotted in Miami on jet ski

The Steelers running back, who loses almost $1 million each week he doesn't play, was spotted on a jet ski in Miami on Monday.

Williams fined $10K for hit on Luck

The hit that got Williams ejected from Sunday's game against the Colts will now cost the Bengals' safety $10,026.

Alexis Mansanarez

Bengals top the Ravens in TNF

The Bengals extended their first-half lead into a 34-23 win over the Ravens in the first matchup between division rivals this season.

Alexis Mansanarez

NFL rookie recap: Preseason Week 4

Baker Mayfield showed he could find open receivers Thursday in the Browns' preseason finale.

Alec Brzezinski

Banned Ravens star Smith apologises

The NFL has banned Jimmy Smith for four Baltimore Ravens games, with the 30-year-old cornerback apologising for his abusive behaviour.

Ben Spratt

Rosen, Darnold highlight QBs

Josh Rosen entered Arizona's preseason opener with one minute left in the first quarter and played for the rest of the first half.

Alexis Mansanarez

Darnold, Mayfield highlight QBs

Darnold played a majority of the game and displayed strong pocket awareness in New York’s 17-0 win over the Falcons.

Alexis Mansanarez

Flacco dodges Jackson questions

Joe Flacco is playing it cool when it comes to his job security.

Gabrielle McMillen

As Ravens fast-forward to Lamar Jackson, Joe Flacco feels the heat

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Joe Flacco is entering his 11th NFL season, and the first time his name was in the same sentence as "quarterback" and "competition" was … well, this offseason, starting with draft night three months ago.

David Steele

Ray Lewis' fake Twitter followers

Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Lewis, the former NFL linebacker turned TV analyst, lost almost half of his 712,000 followers this week in Twitter's purge of fake accounts, Pro Football Talk reported.

Bob Hille

Ravens have hope after needed changes at wide receiver

It’s been the catch phrase for one particular unit on the Ravens' offense since at least the NFL Combine: changing the wide receiver room.

David Steele

Brown Jr. asked Ravens to draft him

Orlando Brown Jr. is a Baltimore Raven, just like he wanted.

Thomas Lott

Ravens ignore Lamar Jackson critics, get the Joe Flacco insurance they've needed

Oh no, Joe. Your replacement is on his way.

Alex Marvez

SN source: Ravens tight ends coach Greg Roman re-signing with Baltimore

Roman's contract was set to expire at the end of 2017, but the Ravens are stepping up to keep him, a source tells SN's Alex Marvez.

Alex Marvez

Ravens' present, future up in air as Baltimore continues to run in place

What do the Ravens, with John Harbaugh and Joe Flacco in place for 10 years, do next? Sunday's crushing loss left them out of the playoffs for a third straight year.

David Steele

NFL schedule: Week 17 game times, TV coverage

The final NFL Sunday of the year is packed with afternoon games, many of which have playoff implications.

Skylar Rolstad

AFC playoff picture: Ravens looking great; Chargers far from done

The playoff picture in the AFC looks great for the Ravens and Chargers even though both currently are on the outside looking in. Can the Titans and/or Bills hold on for postseason berths?

Vinnie Iyer

NFL schedule: Week 16 game times, TV coverage

The NFL Week 16 slate includes two Saturday and two Monday matchups. This is a crucial week for playoff contenders.

Skylar Rolstad

Antonio Brown, Steelers showing they can outscore anyone, even the Patriots

Antonio Brown and the Steelers' offense rained points on the Ravens on Sunday night. Would you bet against them in a shootout, in Week 15 or in the playoffs?

David Steele

Ravens vs. Steelers: Score, results, highlights from Sunday night game in Pittsburgh

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Pittsburgh's 39-38 win over the Ravens on Sunday night.

E.Jay Zarett

Blow to Ravens' defense means bad offense has to get better fast

A Ravens defense that has caught lots of breaks had a big one go against it with Jimmy Smith's injury. Joe Flacco and the offense, time to join the party.

David Steele

Watch: Texans QB Tom Savage exits press conference seconds after arriving

With the interview room almost empty, Houston quarterback Tom Savage walked to the podium, then just as quickly walked off. He later spoke with reporters at his locker.

Tom Gatto

Texans vs. Ravens: Score, results, highlights from Monday night game in Baltimore

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Baltimore's 23-16 win over the Texans on Monday night.

E.Jay Zarett

Ravens inching closer to AFC playoffs, proving they're not just 'mediocre'

While unlikely to win the AFC North, Baltimore is becoming the best bet among all the other middle-of-the-road AFC squads to land the conference’s second wild-card berth.

Alex Marvez

Officials' head-scratching response to Kiko Alonso hit now NFL's headache

Does the NFL want to get rid of hits like Kiko Alonso's to the head of Joe Flacco on Thursday night, or doesn't it? It's hard to tell after officials let Alonso stay in the game.

David Steele

As Kaepernick waits, Dolphins', Ravens' backup QBs flop on national stage

Thursday night was a quarterback emergency, but both the Dolphins and Ravens passed on Colin Kaepernick as a solution months ago. Their decisions could still haunt them.

David Steele

Dolphins vs. Ravens: Score, results, highlights for Thursday night game in Baltimore

SN provided live scoring updates as the Ravens dominated the Dolphins 40-0 on "Thursday Night Football."

Hailey Hernandez

Dolphins vs. Ravens: How to watch, live stream 'Thursday Night Football'

Dolphins vs. Ravens on "Thursday Night Football" is available to live stream through Amazon. Here is all the info you need to watch the game.

Tadd Haislop

John Harbaugh admits Ravens need to add another running back

The upcoming NFL Draft has one of the deepest running back classes in years and the Ravens could be in the market.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: Playoff field set with streaking Packers, Patriots, Steelers

The Packers and Patriots enter the playoffs riding six-game win streaks while the Steelers have won seven straight.

Ron Clements

Steve Smith gives emotional farewell to football after final game

The Ravens wideout played his final NFL game Sunday and couldn't hold back his tears afterward.

Brandon Schlager

Steve Smith to wear special cleats for final career game

Smith will play the final regular season game against the Bengals.

Alec Brzezinski

Marvin Lewis confirms plans to return to Bengals in 2017 despite rumors

The 14th-year Cincinnati coach was upset by a report this week that he would retire after this season.

Marc Lancaster

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Making sense of Week 17’s playoff scenarios

The Buccaneers have to beat the Panthers and hope a lot of things go their way in order to make the playoffs.

Ron Clements

Steve Smith '89 percent sure' his final game will be Sunday

The Ravens wide receiver seems ready to call it a career — for real this time.

Kirstie Chiappelli

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 16

As some NFL teams are preparing for the playoffs, other clubs such as the Jets, Rams and Vikings are a mess with one week remaining.

Ron Clements

Ravens' Terrell Suggs can't believe somebody asked him about retirement

The 14-year veteran tore his biceps Oct. 16 but has missed only one game since.

Marc Lancaster

Ravens Steelers AFC North

The Steelers will stretch their season thanks to late heroics by Ben Roethlisberger, Le'Veon Bell and Antonio Brown.

Ron Clements

NFC North battle flexed to Sunday night as NFL adjusts regular-season finale

The Packers and Lions will be playing for the NFC North championship in primetime.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: Brutal Week 16 for playoff-bound Raiders, Seahawks

The Raiders and Seahawks both saw star players go down with broken legs. The Titans lost quarterback Marcus Mariota to the same injury.

Ron Clements

Ravens' defensive front looks to wreak havoc on Steelers ... again

It’s one of the fiercest rivalries in the NFL, and Sunday’s game has a lot riding on it.

Ron Clements

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Giants among several teams hoping to clinch playoff spots

Thursday's Giants-Eagles game kicks off a Week 16 slate chock-full of playoff implications.

Ron Clements

Pro Bowl rosters headed by Raiders, Falcons players

The 2017 Pro Bowl will be played at Orlando's Camping World Stadium on Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. ET.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: AFC South a jumbled mess with two games remaining

Thanks to a pair of improbable wins, the Titans and Texans are 8-6, but the Colts are right behind them after Sunday's win in Minnesota.

Ron Clements

Eagles' Darren Sproles to miss Ravens game thanks to illegal hit

Darren Sproles has missed only handful of games in the past decade, but he'll sit out Sunday with a concussion.

Marc Lancaster

Anxiety sidelined Brandon Brooks

Brooks, 27, revealed he has an anxiety condition that makes him feel obsessed with football.

Gabrielle McMillen

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Seahawks among teams with chance to clinch

The Seahawks can clinch the NFC West with a win Thursday over a dysfunctional Rams team that has lost eight of nine and four straight.

Ron Clements

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 14

The biggest news of the day was the decision of the Rams to fire Jeff Fisher, who is not the scapegoat for the team's 4-9 record.

Ron Clements

Weekend Kickoff: NFL playoff berths hinge on Cardinals-Dolphins game

The Raiders, Patriots and Seahawks can clinch playoff spots this weekend — with some help.

Ron Clements

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 13

Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles has thrown 11 pick-sixes, but won just 10 games. He said this season has been a nightmare.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: Chiefs' Eric Berry kicks off NFL's season of giving in heartfelt homecoming

Quarterbacks were in the giving spirit on Sunday, with 24 interceptions thrown and five fumbles lost by NFL signal callers.

Ron Clements

Weekend Kickoff: Cowboys look to stay hot before weekend of inter-conference matchups

If the Cowboys can win at Minnesota on Thursday, they can be the first team this season to clinch a playoff berth.

Ron Clements

Ravens' Justin Tucker backs idea of 'reward' for kickoffs that split uprights

The Ravens kicker has 35 touchbacks this season. He believes there should be a reward for combining power and accuracy.

Ron Clements

NFL Week 12 Local Headlines: Derek Carr fights through pain; Justin Houston premonition comes true

Derek Carr fought through a painful finger injury, while Justin Houston delivered a one-man show in a pulsating Week 12.

Nicholas McGee

Bizarre ending to Bengals-Ravens

The Ravens took advantage of an inequity in the NFL rule book to seal a win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Marcus Dinitto

Weekend Kickoff: Playoff implications loom large on Thanksgiving

For the first time since 1935, each game played on Thanksgiving Day will feature teams with records of .500 or better.

Ron Clements

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 11

Steve Smith may be destined for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, but that doesn't mean the veteran receiver has the respect of his opponents.

Ron Clements

Ray Lewis apologizes to Joe Flacco in the most Ray Lewis of ways

Ray Lewis took to Twitter on Monday to apologize to Joe Flacco for criticizing the Ravens QB's personality and lack of passion.

Marcus Dinitto

After Sunday, Cowboys rookie has 'no respect' for Ravens' Steve Smith

Anthony Brown probably can expect to hear back from Steve Smith.

Jordan Heck

Just what the heck's wrong with NFL kickers?

NFL kickers combined to miss 12 extra points Sunday, including a pair of misses by Giants kicker Robbie Gould and Cincinnati's Mike Nugent.

Ron Clements

Cowboys are running out of milestones to reach this season

The Cowboys strengthened their case to be put at the top of NFL power rankings with a solid win over the Ravens.

Marcus Dinitto

Joe Flacco doesn't care what Ray Lewis thinks of his personality

The two former teammates aren't friends, Lewis said. Flacco doesn't seem to mind.

Steven J. Gaither

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Saints, Panthers eager to play despite short week

For the Saints and Panthers, who are both coming off gut-wrenching losses Sunday, this week’s game offers a chance to erase a bad taste.

Ron Clements

Terrell Suggs tries to fool Dak Prescott as 'Hacksaw Smithers'

Dak Prescott may be a rookie, but he wasn't exactly fooled by Sizzle's alter ego.

Ron Clements

Jerry Jones seems willing to keep Tony Romo, even with his big backup QB cost

Jerry Jones has paid a lot for backup quarterbacks over the years, and now former starter Tony Romo falls into that category.

Gabrielle McMillen

Hue Jackson feels safe despite Browns' 0-10 start

The Browns have six more chances to win, starting next week against the Steelers, but it’s tough to find that victory on the schedule.

Travis Durkee

Ravens' Steve Smith calls out Rodney Harrison for being jealous

The great receiver takes some shots at the retired safety.

Jordan Heck

Browns face real possibility of 0-16 season after loss to Ravens

Cleveland led at halftime before the wheels came off in Baltimore.

Ron Clements

Weekend Kickoff: Five reasons to watch the Browns-Ravens, seriously

Against an opponent the Browns know very well, they could get their first win. Do you really want to miss that?

Ron Clements

Ben Roethlisberger's message to uneasy Steelers fans: It's only 'halftime'

Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger on Tuesday channeled his inner Aaron Rodgers.

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He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 9

There is a growing distrust of the NFL by players and Monday night's game did little to remedy that.

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Muhammad Wilkerson's tardiness caused him to miss his birthday cake

Muhammad Wilkerson's 27th birthday was Oct. 22. His Jets teammates got him a cake but, like Milton Waddams, Wilkerson got none.

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Browns' Christian Kirksey: ‘We’re not going to go 0-16’

The Browns don't want to match the '08 Lions, Kirksey said. "That's motivation. … We're not going winless."

Bob Hille

The Blitz Read: Special teams on the uptick past the NFL midway point

Sunday was a special kind of day in the NFL. That was either a good thing or a bad thing, depending on the team.

Ron Clements

Weekend Kickoff: Bucs-Falcons start off division showdowns

We’re more than halfway through the season and nearly every division is still up for grabs.

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Terrell Suggs expects to see Ben Roethlisberger’s ‘big butt’ on the field Sunday

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Roethlisberger is still day-to-day after having surgery Oct. 17 to repair a torn meniscus.

Travis Durkee

He Said What?! Best Week 7 quotes

Following their respective Week 7 games, several NFL players and coaches took some time for self-reflection.

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NFL announces Pro Bowl captains

Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis will join future Hall of Famers Ray Lewis, Tony Gonzalez and Charles Woodson at the 2017 Pro Bowl.

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Geno Smith keeps Joe Namath in check after former Jets QB questions knee injury

Joe Namath questioned Geno Smith's toughness Sunday. It was as awkward as it sounds.

Arthur Weinstein

The Blitz Read: Turnovers galore mar NFL season's ugliest day of football yet

Of the 13 games played Sunday, 10 of them had multiple turnovers in what was the sloppiest day of the season thus far.

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Ryan Fitzpatrick vents about benching after leading Jets to victory

Ryan Fitzpatrick called out the team's owner, GM and coaching staff for losing faith.

Brandon Schlager

Jets' Geno Smith suffers knee injury against Ravens, has worst luck ever

Geno Smith's attempt to secure his role as starting QB didn't last long.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Odell Beckham Jr. hit with hefty unsportsmanlike conduct fine

The Giants wide receiver has amassed more than $96,000 worth of fines this season.

Gabrielle McMillen

NFL Weekend Kickoff: Can Packers rekindle Lambeau mystique?

London’s Twickenham Stadium will host an NFL game for the first time with the Giants and Rams facing off at the famed rugby venue.

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Brandon Marshall: It's good to see Geno Smith 'punch adversity in the face'

The last time Geno Smith was scheduled to start, he was punched in the face and sidelined with a broken jaw.

Gabrielle McMillen

Jets have had enough of Ryan Fitzpatrick's picks, will start Geno Smith

Expect that to be the only major change for the New York franchise.

Jordan Heck

He Said What?! This coach threw his team under the bus

One coach ripped his team for how they finished the game, while two others are calling for instant relay for pass interference. The best quotes from NFL Week 6.

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Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs suffers torn biceps, reports say

For the second time in his 14-year NFL career, Baltimore Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs is dealing with torn biceps.

Joe Rodgers

Odell Beckham Jr. suffers injury scare vs. Ravens

The Giants superstar receiver injured his hip trying to make a diving catch.

Steven J. Gaither

Weekend Kickoff Week 6: NFL playoff hopefuls face must-win situations

Since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970, only 12 teams that began the season 1-4 went on to make the playoffs.

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Ravens CB Jimmy Smith threatens to fight Odell Beckham ahead of matchup

Jimmy Smith will not take any physical contact from Odell Beckham Jr. after the official's whistle on Sunday.

Alec Brzezinski

He Said What?! Best Week 5 quotes

Often NFL players are called heroes or their play is referred to as heroic. But one NFL player said he was inspired by a super hero Sunday.

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Ravens fire OC Marc Trestman after loss to Redskins

Marty Mornhinweg takes over for the Ravens.

Jordan Heck

The Blitz Read: Vikings victorious to remain NFL's only undefeated team

The Vikings remain unbeaten. Tom Brady returned. Dak Prescott shined again. Carson Wentz and the Eagles saw their perfect streaks snapped.

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Josh Norman, Steve Smith both exit game with injuries

Sunday wasn't going great for former Carolina Panthers players in Baltimore.

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Weekend Kickoff: Expected contenders dealing with QB shuffle

Who could have predicted the two teams that played in January’s NFC championship game would both be 1-3 after four games?

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Justin Forsett, out-of-work running back, makes job plea on Twitter

The veteran was released by the Ravens on Tuesday.

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