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Colts owner Jim Irsay would 'love' to get Andrew Luck out of retirement

Who wouldn't want the former No. 1 overall pick back on the roster?

Zac Al-Khateeb

Hill, Mahomes respond after Miller claims he could beat Chiefs WR in race

Is the Buccaneers wide receiver the fastest player in the NFL? He certainly thinks so.

Jordan Greer

How does the NFL Pro Bowl work in 2021?

How exactly is the 2021 Pro Bowl going to work with it being played through Madden? We explain here.

Jordan Heck

Here's how the Super Bowl 'home team' is determined for Chiefs vs. Buccaneers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are playing Super Bowl 55 in their home stadium, but that doesn't necessarily mean they get to be the home team for the game against the Chiefs.

Billy Heyen

Culley set to be named Texans head coach, reports

David Culley is finally getting an opportunity at running an NFL team after working more than a quarter-century as an assistant for multiple teams.

Tom Gatto

Glazers in? Divisive family on the verge of success with Man Utd and Bucs

Glazers out. Many times over the last 15 years these words have been seen scrawled on a banner or posted on social media.

Kieran Francis

Tom Brady was willing to change his jersey number to 7 with the Bucs

Tom Brady had a special meaning in the number he chose.

Jordan Heck

Rams GM non-committal on Goff's future

It doesn't sound too good for Jared Goff's future as QB in Hollywood.

Joe Rivera

Rodgers stokes flames of uncertain Packers future, again

Speaking on "The Pat McAfee Show," Rodgers said he expects to be back next season, but won't go all-in on his stance.

Joe Rivera

Is Eric Fisher playing in the Super Bowl?

Bad news for the Chiefs, as Eric Fisher is nursing an Achilles injury.

Joe Rivera

Favre weighs in on Rodgers' 'uncertain future' comments

Favre doesn't think the incumbent Packers QB is going anywhere.

Joe Rivera

Will the Packers trade Aaron Rodgers?

Green Bay has no reason to trade or release Rodgers at the moment.

Bill Bender

Houston mayor lobbies to keep Watson in a Texans uniform

Mayor Sylvester Turner doesn't want a city without Deshaun Watson.

Joe Rivera

Brady-Mahomes QB matchup unprecedented in Super Bowl history

At its core, Super Bowl 55 between the Bucs and Chiefs is the GOAT and the player who could supplant him being on the same field.

Mike DeCourcy

Myth-busting Patrick Mahomes vs. Tom Brady in Super Bowl 55

The specter of a Patrick Mahomes vs. Tom Brady quarterback duel might make Chiefs vs. Buccaneers look like the undercard in Super Bowl 55. These are a few of the many myths you'll hear leading up to the big game.

Vinnie Iyer

Packers hit with late DPI call vs. Buccaneers after officials let much go during first 58 minutes

Tampa Bay is headed to a home Super Bowl game. The clincher was a penalty that came as a surprise after so few calls were made during the game.

Tom Gatto

Packers vs. Buccaneers score: Brady leads Bucs to tight win over Packers in NFC championship

Sporting News tracked scoring updates and highlights from Packers vs. Buccaneers. Here are the complete results from the 2021 NFC championship game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Super Bowl halftime show 2021: Who is performing at Super Bowl 55 in Tampa?

Here's everything you need to know about the Super Bowl 55 halftime show, which will feature The Weeknd.

Billy Heyen

How fast is Tyreek Hill? 'The Cheetah' lives up to 40 time, Next Gen Stats speed with Chiefs

Tyreek Hill, a star wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs, is also one of the NFL's fastest players. His time in the 40-yard dash at his pro day pointed to such potential.

Billy Heyen

Will Tom Brady play in 2021? Contract with Buccaneers points to return for 22nd season

Tom Brady's got a two-year contract, so the most likely scenario seems to be him getting back on the field for Tampa Bay once more in the 2021 season.

Billy Heyen

How many Super Bowls have the Chiefs won? History of Kansas City's big game appearances

The Kansas City Chiefs have won two Super Bowls and played in three overall. The victories came 50 years apart.

Billy Heyen

Are fans allowed at Super Bowl in 2021? NFL tickets & attendance policy changes for COVID-19

Super Bowl 55's ticket purchasing and attendance policies are impacted by COVID-19, which will prevent Raymond James Stadium from being full for the big game on Feb. 7, 2021.

Billy Heyen

Where is the Super Bowl in 2021? Location, city, stadium for Super Bowl 55 and beyond

Super Bowl 2021 will take place at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, with three of the four years beyond that also already determined by the NFL.

Billy Heyen

Patrick Mahomes injury update: Will the Chiefs QB play vs. Bills in AFC championship?

Mahomes said he'd be able to suit up against Buffalo in he AFC championship game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Aaron Rodgers' playoff record

Aaron Rodgers has a proven playoff track record, and he's trying to reach the Super Bowl for the first time in a decade Sunday.

Bill Bender

When is the last time Buccaneers went to a Super Bowl?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have only reached the Super Bowl once in their history, but they did win that lone appearance.

Billy Heyen

When is the last time Packers went to a Super Bowl?

The last time the Green Bay Packers played in the Super Bowl, Aaron Rodgers and company hoisted the Lombardi Trophy.

Billy Heyen

When is the last time Bills went to a Super Bowl?

The Buffalo Bills haven't been to the Super Bowl since their string of four consecutive losses in the big game with Jim Kelly at quarterback.

Billy Heyen

How many Super Bowls have the Chiefs won?

The Kansas City Chiefs have won two Super Bowls and played in three overall. The victories came 50 years apart.

Billy Heyen

Patrick Mahomes injury update ahead of AFC championship game

Mahomes said he'd be able to suit up against Buffalo in he AFC championship game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Steelers sign Haskins after Washington release

The maligned former quarterback of the Washington Football Team found a new team to call home — though he appears to be on a trial run.

Zac Al-Khateeb

NFC title game will say so much about how Aaron Rodgers' career is remembered

The NFC championship game will say so much about how Aaron Rodgers' career is remembered.

Mike DeCourcy

Can 49ers trade for Deshaun Watson?

The 49ers have the draft picks and Jimmy Garoppolo to offer the Texans, plus the appeal of stability and an ability to contend to convince Deshaun Watson to come to San Francisco.

Vinnie Iyer

Texans don't consider Tua adequate replacement for Watson

Houston reportedly doesn't consider Tagovailoa, coming off his rookie campaign, as an adequate replacement for Watson.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Chiefs' Hill explains why he shoved coach

The brief clip of Hill shoving Lewis looked bad at first glance, but neither he nor the coach seemed upset by it after the fact.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Revisiting the Chiefs' bold trade up with Bills to pick Mahomes

The Kansas City Chiefs drafted Patrick Mahomes with a pick that originally belonged to the Buffalo Bills, while the Bills got Tre'Davious White, Dion Dawkins and Tremaine Edmunds as starters out of that and ensuing NFL Draft pick deals.

Billy Heyen

Drew Brees played with torn rotator cuff, fascia in 2020, wife Brittany reveals

Brees' injury went unreported throughout the 2020 season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Patrick Mahomes practices, status uncertain for AFC championship

Not a great sight for the Chiefs, or great news for them, either.

Joe Rivera

Colts' best QB replacements for Philip Rivers

The Colts will be looking for another starting quarterback in 2021 after one-year starter Philip Rivers' decision to retire from the NFL.

Vinnie Iyer

Philip Rivers announces NFL retirement

The former Chargers and Colts QB will now have plenty of time to spend with all of his kids.

Joe Rivera

Browns' Wilson makes peace with Mahomes' mum

Fences have been mended between Momma Mahomes and the Browns linebacker.

Joe Rivera

SN Mock Draft: Justin Fields falls to Falcons after Jets skip QB

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projects pick Nos. 1-28 after the NFL divisional playoffs, including a big shakeup early after Trevor Lawrence goes to the Jaguars and Urban Meyer as expected.

Vinnie Iyer

Patrick Mahomes' status uncertain for AFC championship

Not a great sight for the Chiefs, or great news for them, either.

Joe Rivera

Mahomes' mum was not pleased with hit that injured QB

A single tweet from Randi Mahomes showed she was not pleased with the hit.

Joe Rivera

Why a Deshaun Watson trade to Jets has plenty of pros, minimal cons for New York

If Deshaun Watson were to waive his no-trade clause to go to the Jets, it's not as bad a situation as you may think.

Joe Rivera

Latest news on Antonio Brown's knee injury

Brown was hobbled in the NFC divisional round and underwent an MRI early this week.

Dan Bernstein

Patrick Mahomes' status uncertain for AFC championship

Not a great sight for the Chiefs, or great news for them, either.

Joe Rivera

Super Bowl winners by player: Who has the most rings in NFL history?

Tom Brady made history last year in Super Bowl 53. Here's a look at current and former NFL players with the most championship rings all time. Hint: Ex-49ers and Steelers frequent the list.

Jacob Janower

Patrick Mahomes evaluated for concussion after having difficulty standing

Not a great sight for the Chiefs, or great news for them, either.

Joe Rivera

Chad Henne's late-game heroics vs. Browns preserve Chiefs' season, cause #HenneThingIsPossible to trend

The backup quarterback contributed to Kansas City's divisional round victory in a big way.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bills reach AFC Championship

The Buffalo Bills stayed hot in the NFL playoffs after outclassing the Baltimore Ravens in the Divisional Round on Saturday.

Sacha Pisani

Packers advance to NFC Champ Game

The Green Bay Packers – inspired by Aaron Rodgers – advanced to the NFL title game on Saturday.

Sacha Pisani

Aaron Rodgers' resemblance to old, late-1800s lookalike photo is uncanny

Aaron Rodgers bears a great resemblance to a man in a late-19th century photo that was recently sold on Ebay. It's not the first time Rodgers has been accused of having a doppelganger.

Billy Heyen

Who is the fastest player in the NFL? Lamar Jackson trailed Raheem Mostert, others in 2020

Tyreek Hill isn't quite the fastest player in the NFL; maybe that's John Ross or Raheem Mostert. But Hill and his teammate, Mecole Hardman, are just two examples of the modern NFL's bevy of supremely fast players.

Billy Heyen

Projecting Josh Allen's next contract with Bills: How much should Buffalo pay QB after rookie deal?

The Bills should feel a lot more comfortable about rewarding Josh Allen with a lucrative second contract.

Vinnie Iyer

Rams' Goff must reverse rough playoff, cold-weather stats against Packers

Jared Goff is 3-2 in the playoffs, but he'll have to better statistically and in the cold to beat Green Bay at Lambeau Field.

Bill Bender

What happened to Blake Bortles?

Blake Bortles never quite delivered on his promise in Jacksonville, but with the Rams' quarterbacks dealing with injuries, the Los Angeles backup could be looking at a big stage.

Billy Heyen

Smith, Falcons reach agreement

Arthur Smith has ended his decade-long association with the Tennessee Titans to succeed Dan Quinn as Atlanta Falcons head coach.

Daniel Lewis

McVay vs. LaFleur: Inside the battle of top young coaches

Matt LaFleur was a successful offensive coordinator under Sean McVay in Los Angeles. Now their paths cross in the NFC divisional playoffs in Green Bay.

Bill Bender

Deshaun Watson's latest tweet amid Texans turmoil sends Twitter back into trade frenzy

A 10-word tweet was all it took for the current Houston quarterback to send Twitter into a frenzy.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Meyer leaves door open for non-Trevor Lawrence pick in NFL Draft

Meyer created some drama by name-dropping several players he could choose with the top pick of the 2021 NFL Draft.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Goff to start for Rams against Packers

John Wolford will not recover in time to play the Packers, meaning the Rams will start with Jared Goff and his injured thumb.

Ben Spratt

Jaguars appoint Meyer

Urban Meyer was on Thursday confirmed as Doug Marrone's successor at the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Peter Thompson

Jets hire Robert Saleh as head coach, return to defensive posture

New York's recent coaches, save for Adam Gase, have all come from that side of the ball.

Tom Gatto

Brady full of respect for Brees

As he prepares to face Drew Brees, Tom Brady spoke of his respect for his fellow quarterback.

Dejan Kalinic

Why Josh Allen's MVP case is closer to Aaron Rodgers' than you think

Josh Allen was never in the lead for the NFL MVP or even in the running, really, yet he had nearly as good a season as Aaron Rodgers in 2020.

Billy Heyen

Steelers make coaching changes

Randy Fichtner's long association with the Steelers is over after it was confirmed he will not be back as offensive coordinator.

Rob Lancaster

Tom Brady vs. Drew Brees: Inside the numbers

Tom Brady and Drew Brees first met in 1999. The 40-something QBs rekindle their competitive rivalry Sunday in the first of two historic matchups this season.

Bill Bender

Tomlin discusses Roethlisberger's future at Steelers

Mike Tomlin was asked about the future of Ben Roethlisberger as the Pittsburgh Steelers pick up the pieces following their playoff exit.

Sacha Pisani

Jets fan camps outside team facility as coaching search continues

Jets fans are a pretty passionate and obsessive bunch.

Joe Rivera

Seahawks extend Schneider

John Schneider will be with the Seattle Seahawks through the 2027 draft after signing a contract extension.

Nicholas McGee

Young had a special request for Tom Brady after playoff game

There was nothing but respect shared between Brady and Young when they met after the wild-card game.

Jordan Greer

Ranking the Eagles' best coaching candidates to replace fired Doug Pederson

Here's a look at the Eagles' best head-coaching fits to replace Doug Pederson, who was fired Monday three years after winning a Super Bowl for Philadelphia.

Vinnie Iyer

Belichick declines medal from Trump

Bill Belichick has spurned the Presidential Medal of Freedom offer after supporters of Donald Trump stormed the United States Capitol.

Sacha Pisani

Wentz not the reason for Pederson's sacking, says Eagles owner

Jeffrey Lurie discussed his decision to sack Super Bowl-winning head coach Doug Pederson on Monday.

Sacha Pisani

Eagles fire Pederson

Doug Pederson delivered the first Super Bowl in franchise history for the Eagles, but he was fired on Monday after a disappointing 2020.

Nicholas McGee

Bucs activate White from COVID list

Devin White looks set to return to boost the Buccaneers' pass rush for their Divisional Round meeting with the Saints.

Nicholas McGee

Eagles fire Pederson

Doug Pederson delivered the first Super Bowl in franchise history for the Eagles, but he was fired on Monday after a disappointing 2020.

Stats Perform News

Bills' Josh Allen shows off ridiculous arm on three throws in playoff game vs. Colts

Three separate throws shows just how dangerous Allen can be as a passer.

Joe Rivera

Chase Young wants to be Tom Brady's next playoff nightmare

The rookie pass rusher might be the Washington Football Team's best hope of upsetting Tampa Bay in the wild-card round of the 2021 playoffs.

Dan Bernstein

Controversial ruling on Zach Pascal fumble nearly cost Bills first playoff win since 1995

A questionable decision by officials nearly cost the Bills a wild-card win over the visiting Colts.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Is Drew Brees retiring? What we know about Saints quarterback's plans for 2021

ESPN's Adam Schefter indicated during Week 17 that Drew Brees is expected to retire following the 2021 NFL playoffs. He's got a TV job lined up with NBC.

Billy Heyen

Can Washington upset Bucs?

After making the playoffs with a losing record, how can the Washington Football Team pull off the upset against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers?

Nicholas McGee

Cowboys fire Mike Nolan, Jim Tomsula after defense's failures in 2020

Dallas booted its top defensive coaches after the franchise set a record for most points allowed in a season.

Tom Gatto

Why is Antonio Brown living with Tom Brady?

Antonio Brown reunited with Tom Brady in Tampa Bay after the two spent some time together in New England.

Jordan Heck

Steelers' Smith-Schuster gives Browns extra motivation with dismissive comments

Smith-Schuster may not have danced on the Browns' logo prior to last week's loss in Cleveland, but he still managed to give them bulletin-board material ahead of Sunday night's wild-card game.

Jordan Greer

Arians discusses Brady's approach

Ahead of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' first playoff appearance since 2007, Bruce Arians and Tom Brady are raising standards.

Dejan Kalinic

Evans a game-time decision for Bucs

Mike Evans made NFL history in Week 17 of the regular season and now has "a chance" of making his playoff debut on Saturday.

Ben Spratt

Browns insist 'anything can happen' in Steelers Wild Card game

Head coach Kevin Stefanski will be missing on Sunday, but all is far from lost for the Cleveland Browns in the playoffs.

Rob Lancaster

Watson could request Texans trade after Nick Caserio hire, report

The fourth-year quarterback had one of his best individual seasons in 2020, but team success eluded Houston.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Lawrence: The best is yet to come

In his farewell to Clemson, Trevor Lawrence expressed confidence the best is yet to come as he heads to the NFL and likely the Jaguars.

Nicholas McGee

Kelce speaks out on Pederson's decision to bench Hurts

Kelce addressed the drama in a lengthy Instagram post, saying he wanted to "clarify and more accurately depict what happened" during Sunday's game between the Eagles and the Washington Football Team.

Jordan Greer

Dolphins OC Gailey resigns

Chan Gailey, who this year worked with Tua Tagovailoa, has resigned from his post as the Miami Dolphins' offensive coordinator.

Ben Spratt

Lawrence declares for NFL Draft

The presumptive number one overall pick in the draft, Trevor Lawrence, has declared his intention to turn professional.

Nicholas McGee

Bruce Arians warns Chase Young for Tom Brady request

The Washington Football Team faces the Buccaneers on Saturday night, and the two teams are already exchanging barbs.

Joe Rivera

Seahawks to wait until gameday to make Jamal Adams decision

Jamal Adams' availability for the Seattle Seahawks' clash against the Los Angeles Rams is uncertain.

Dejan Kalinic

Washington QB Smith misses practice

A calf injury saw quarterback Alex Smith miss practice for the Washington Football Team.

Dejan Kalinic

Dolphins 'very happy' with Tua

Tua Tagovailoa endured a dismal end to his rookie season but the Miami Dolphins are adamant they are happy with his progress.

Nicholas McGee

NFL Draft order 2021: Updated list of picks for every non-playoff team after Week 17

The conclusion of Week 17 means the first 18 picks in the 2021 NFL Draft are in their final order. The Jaguars and Jets will lead off proceedings, as long as there aren't any trades.

Billy Heyen

NFL playoff power rankings 2021: Every team's real chances to win Super Bowl 55

Here are Sporting News' power rankings for the entire NFL playoff bracket 1-14, from the team with the best chances to win the Super Bowl to the longest odds of lifting the Lombardi Trophy in Tampa Bay.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for wild card weekend

In our picks and predictions for 2021 NFL wild-card weekend, Lamar Jackson leads the Ravens to a playoff win and the Steelers survive a scare from the Browns in prime time.

Bill Bender

SN predicts the 2021 NFL playoff bracket

Sporting News' NFL experts make their predictions for the 2021 playoff bracket, including AFC and NFC champions and their picks for Super Bowl 55.

Brandon Schlager

Will Kevin Stefanski coach vs. Steelers?

The Browns' coronavirus outbreak continues, this time reaching head coach Kevin Stefanski and other members of the coaching staff.

Joe Rivera

Eagles players had to be 'held back' from Pederson, report

Some players were very, very displeased with Pederson's quarterback switch.

Joe Rivera

Ranking the NFL's 2021 playoff QBs

Sporting News ranks the 14 quarterbacks in the NFL playoffs based on this season. Who can you trust most right now?

Bill Bender

Judge furious after Eagles loss

New York Giants coach Joe Judge was furious after Philadelphia's 20-14 loss to Washington eliminated the Giants from the NFL playoff race.

Samuel Green

Lynn fired by LA Chargers

Anthony Lynn will not be back as head coach of the Chargers, having gone 33-31 in the regular season while in the job.

Rob Lancaster

NFL playoff bracket 2021: Full schedule, TV channels, how to watch in Australia, scores for AFC & NFC games

With the NFL playoff bracket for 2021 set, here is the entire postseason game schedule complete with TV channels for all playoff games, live stream info and more.

Billy Heyen

NFL Draft order 2021: Updated list of picks for every non-playoff team after Week 17

The conclusion of Week 17 means the first 18 picks in the 2021 NFL Draft are in their final order. The Jaguars and Jets will lead off proceedings, as long as there aren't any trades.

Billy Heyen

Tom Brady helps Antonio Brown get paid during Buccaneers' blowout of Falcons

A series of short passes with time ticking down in the fourth quarter got Antonio Brown a nice bonus.

Joe Rivera

NFL playoff bracket, explained: How byes, seeding will work in expanded 2021 format

The NFL's new playoff bracket has 14 teams instead of 12, two byes instead of four and three wild cards instead of two. We've explained how byes and seeding work in the first year of the new setup.

Billy Heyen

Saints lose all of their running backs in Week 17 due to COVID-19 rules

The Saints are in a similar situation as the Broncos when they had no quarterbacks.

Stats Perform News

NFL playoff elimination scenarios for Giants, Dolphins, Ravens and more in Week 17

There will be four NFL teams entering Week 17 with a chance to make the playoffs that will miss out based on these NFL playoff elimination scenarios.

Billy Heyen

No regrets for beaten Lawrence

After losing what is likely to be the final game of his college career, Trevor Lawrence held his head high.

Chris Myson

Brady has 'totally exceeded' expectations, says Arians

Bruce Arians has been hugely impressed by Tom Brady's leadership with the Bucs, saying: "Peyton Manning is the only thing close".

Rob Lancaster

Alvin Kamara placed on COVID list

A week on from his Christmas Day heroics, Alvin Kamara will sit out the New Orleans Saints' regular season finale with coronavirus.

Ben Spratt

Gronk: Brady all-in with Bucs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers stars Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski discussed their relationship.

Dejan Kalinic

Saints' Alvin Kamara fined by NFL for Christmas cleats

Kamara had a monster game in the green-and-red footwear.

Joe Rivera

Browns keep practice facility closed amid COVID-19 concerns

Amid coronavirus concerns, the Cleveland Browns kept their training facility closed.

Dejan Kalinic

Arians: Super Bowl or bust for Bucs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians has high expectations for his team this season.

Sacha Pisani

Jackson focused on clinching playoff berth, not individual history

Baltimore Ravens quarterback and reigning MVP Lamar Jackson is eyeing a spot in the playoffs, not individual history.

Sacha Pisani

Who is the Chiefs' backup quarterback with Patrick Mahomes sitting out Week 17?

The Kansas City Chiefs are resting Patrick Mahomes in Week 17 with the AFC's No. 1 seed locked up. Chad Henne will start in his place against the Chargers.

Billy Heyen

Bills fans allowed to attend Buffalo's first home playoff game in 24 years

The Buffalo Bills will play at least one home playoff game this season, and they'll be allowed to have a limited number of fans after a Wednesday announcement from New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.

Billy Heyen

Browns close facility due to COVID-19

Preparations for the Cleveland Browns' crucial game against the Pittsburgh Steelers have been impacted by further COVID-19 cases.

Scott Garbarini

Urban Meyer NFL rumours

Urban Meyer's been rumored as a possible NFL head coaching target before, but there's a sense that the former Ohio State coach might actually make the jump this time around.

Billy Heyen

Johnny Manziel signs on to play in new football league that lets fans call plays

Johnny Manziel will resume his football career by joining a startup pro football league called Fan Controlled Football, which is scheduled to begin play in February.

Billy Heyen

Why Bill Belichick's Cam Newton experiment was an epic failure for Patriots

Bill Belichick tried to use Cam Newton as a life hack at quarterback. But for as much success the Patriots have had with a "Do Your Job" roster, there's no such cheat code for the NFL's premier position.

Vinnie Iyer

Rudolph to start for Steelers

Mason Rudolph will start at quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

Jon Fisher

Bill Belichick's angry phone throw becomes instant meme

Bill Belichick threw a phone during the Patriots' loss on "Monday Night Football" to the Bills, and it quickly became a meme on social media.

Billy Heyen

Cardinals' Murray in doubt for crucial Rams clash

The Arizona Cardinals could be without Kyler Murray when they face the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday with a playoff place on the line.

Nicholas McGee

How Belichick's timeline of poor GM decisions set the Patriots up to struggle

Bill Belichick's general manager moves in New England in recent years haven't been great at quarterback, in the draft or in free agency in general. Those moves are at the heart of a bad 2020 for the Patriots.

Billy Heyen

Allen: Diggs connection is special

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen discussed his connection with Stefon Diggs after Monday's win.

Dejan Kalinic

Tom Brady gets last laugh on Bill Belichick

Tom Brady is having a chuckle over his current fruitful situation in Tampa Bay considering how bad Bill Belichick has had it in New England without him.

Vinnie Iyer

Why was Dwayne Haskins released? Washington cuts 2019 first-round pick after turbulent week

The Washington Football Team released quarterback Dwayne Haskins on Monday afternoon following his Week 16 benching. Here's why Ron Rivera and the WFT moved on from their former first-round pick.

Billy Heyen

How Bill Belichick's timeline of poor GM decisions set the Patriots up to struggle

Bill Belichick's general manager moves in New England in recent years haven't been great at quarterback, in the draft or in free agency in general. Those moves are at the heart of a bad 2020 for the Patriots.

Billy Heyen

Rodgers' MVP case strengthening

The race for the NFL MVP award looks to be turning firmly in the favour of Green Bay Packers star Aaron Rodgers.

Nicholas McGee

Jaguars fans cheer after Bears score touchdown to help Trevor Lawrence tank

The Jaguars allowed an early touchdown to the Bears in Week 16 which prompted Jacksonville fans to cheer. They know their future is brightest if they land Trevor Lawrence.

Billy Heyen

Updated 2021 NFL Draft order: Jaguars clinch No. 1 pick, Trevor Lawrence after Jets win again

The Jets won again in Week 16, clinching the No. 1 pick for the Jacksonville Jaguars. That likely means Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence is heading to the Jags.

Billy Heyen

Giants QB Jones set to start

The Giants will have starting quarterback Daniel Jones back when they look to upset the in-form Ravens.

Chris Myson

Kamara: I did a small part

Alvin Kamara equalled an NFL record and the New Orleans Saints running back praised his team-mates.

Dejan Kalinic

Brees hails 'astounding' Kamara

Drew Brees enjoyed Alvin Kamara's stunning performance for the New Orleans Saints.

Dejan Kalinic

Alvin Kamara highlights from Saints vs. Vikings: All 6 touchdowns, ranked

Kamara had a historic outing against Minnesota, scoring six times in an easy win.

Dan Bernstein

Logan Ryan signs new Giants deal

Safety Logan Ryan said a new deal with the New York Giants has given his a Christmas morning he will never forget.

Peter Thompson

Jones to miss Chiefs clash

Wide receiver Julio Jones will not make his Atlanta Falcons return against NFL champions the Kansas City Chiefs this weekend.

Peter Thompson

Even Evan Engram couldn't believe that Evan Engram made the Pro Bowl

When he got the message, the Giants' tight end thought quarterback Daniel Jones was messing with him.

Joe Rivera

Haskins stripped of captaincy after supposed strip club visit

The Washington Football Team decided to take away Haskins' captaincy after his visit to what he says was a birthday party.

Joe Rivera

JuJu Smith-Schuster calls 49ers rookie a 'female' for Instagram message

Smith-Schuster, a social media darling, seems to be self-destructing this week.

Dan Bernstein

Brady reflects on milestone 300th

Tom Brady is set to play his 300th NFL game when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face the Detroit Lions.

Dejan Kalinic

Steelers' JuJu Smith-Schuster says he'll stop TikTok dances on opponents' logos

Steelers wideout JuJu Smith-Schuster said he'll stop dancing on the logos of Pittsburgh's opponents for his TikTok brand, instead taking the route he says is for the good of the team.

Billy Heyen

Giants' Joe Judge says 'let's forget about Christmas' in all-time coach quote

Giants head coach Joe Judge wants to focus on the Ravens in Week 16, even though he keeps getting asked about Christmas.

Billy Heyen

Fantasy Week 16 WR Injury Updates

Are Julio Jones and Kenny Golladay finally returning to the field? And how injured are DeVante Parker and Tyler Boyd? Here are the latest updates on key WR injuries and how they're impacting our Week 16 WR rankings and start 'em, sit 'em decisions.

Jacob Camenker

Fantasy Week 16 TE Injury Updates

Injuries to George Kittle, Mike Gesicki, and Eric Ebron could thin out our Week 16 TE rankings. Get the latest injury updates and start 'em, sit 'em advice ahead of fantasy football championship games.

Jacob Camenker

Fantasy Week 16 RB Injury Updates

Ezekiel Elliott, Cam Akers, James Robinson, and Ronald Jones are among the RB injuries that could impact our Week 16 RB rankings. Get the latest updates on how they could affect key start 'em, sit 'em decisions and waiver wire strategy.

Jacob Camenker

2020 RB Handcuff chart

Fantasy football running back handcuffs are the backups and rookie sleepers you hope you never need. Ideally, early-round RBs stay healthy all season, but if you need to make moves on the waiver wire due to injury, we've got the next men up.

Billy Heyen

Tomlin promises 'conversation' with Smith-Schuster about TikTok dances

JuJu Smith-Schuster’s pregame dances on the opposing team’s logo when playing on the road, recorded for the social media site TikTok, have become a motivator for opponents during the Steelers' losing streak.

Mike DeCourcy

Haskins reportedly partied in strip club without mask after loss

Haskins tweeted an apology after the news broke.

Joe Rivera

Mahomes, Rodgers headline rosters

The Kansas City Chiefs and Green Bay Packers each had seven players named on the Pro Bowl rosters.

Dejan Kalinic

SN's latest mock draft for 2021

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft keeps six quarterbacks in the first round, topped with the flip at the top between Jacksonville and New York. Also, Philadelphia and New England grab needed downfield playmakers from the Crimson Tide.

Vinnie Iyer

How the Browns can clinch an NFL playoff spot, still catch Steelers in AFC North

The Browns are heavy favorites to make the playoffs barring an absolute disaster. After the results of Week 15, making up another game in the AFC North, they have some chance of chasing down the struggling Steelers for a division title.

Vinnie Iyer

Tomlin: We're not good right now

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin lamented his side's performance against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Dejan Kalinic

Bengals stun Steelers in huge upset

The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a shock loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL.

Dejan Kalinic

Tank for Trevor Lawrence tracker: Updated 2021 NFL Draft order for Jets, Jaguars, Falcons & more teams

And then there were two: the Jets and the Jaguars.

Joe Rivera

To many Jets fans, their team lost by winning

The only time that losses might have been welcome in New York, and the Jets, unsurprisingly, found a way to blow it.

Joe Rivera

Haskins to start for Washington in place of Smith

Dwayne Haskins will get the start at quarterback for the surging Washington Football Team, with Alex Smith sidelined because of a calf strain.

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Al Michaels out for Browns-Giants 'Sunday Night Football' game; NBC cites COVID-19 protocols

It is not clear whether Michaels has the coronavirus. The veteran play-by-play announcer said in a prepared statement that he feels "great."

Tom Gatto

Brees to start against Chiefs, says Payton

The New Orleans Saints will have Drew Brees back under center when they face the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.

Sacha Pisani

Brees to return against Chiefs

The New Orleans Saints will have their starting quarterback under center for a Week 15 meeting with the defending Super Bowl champions.

Nicholas McGee

Gruden unsure over Carr injury

After a loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden discussed his quarterbacks.

Dejan Kalinic

Herbert praises Chargers' receivers after tying TD record

The Los Angeles quarterback had praise for his teammates after he tied Baker Mayfield's record for touchdown passes by a rookie.

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Derek Carr injury update: Raiders QB injures groin, replaced by Marcus Mariota

Carr pulled up while scrambling in the first quarter. Backup QB Marcus Mariota was tapped to replace him.

Tom Gatto

Brady talks up Arians relationship

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady talked up his relationship with Bruce Arians.

Dejan Kalinic

Kitchens to call plays against Browns after Giants' Garrett tests positive for COVID-19

Freddie Kitchens revenge game, anyone?

Joe Rivera

Will the Chargers fire Anthony Lynn?

Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn has made a number of questionable coaching decisions during the 2020 NFL season that have people wondering whether Los Angeles will fire Lynn.

Billy Heyen

Lamar Jackson: COVID-19 may have affected cramping

Lamar Jackson suffered with cramps during Monday's nail-biting win and the reigning NFL MVP pointed to a COVID-19 connection.

Sacha Pisani

Arians bemused by Brady criticism

Bruce Arians leapt to the defence of 14-time Pro Bowler and three-time MVP Tom Brady ahead of Sunday's Atlanta Falcons matchup.

Sacha Pisani

Mahomes targets Brees matchup

Patrick Mahomes is longing for the chance to compare his game against that of Drew Brees, and the opportunity could come on Sunday.

John Skilbeck

Payton provides Brees update

Sean Payton was asked about Drew Brees' possible return against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.

Sacha Pisani

NFL changes coronavirus rule

Dez Bryant suffered frustration when he had to miss a game against the Cowboys, but the saga has led to a rule change.

Chris Myson

Jags can't prepare for Jackson

The speed of Lamar Jackson means only an Olympic sprinter could realistically simulate his performance, according to his next opponents.

Ben Spratt

Ravens activate Dez Bryant off COVID-19 list

Dez Bryant is set to be involved in the Baltimore Ravens' clash with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.

Sacha Pisani

Lions' Agnew has to pay up for getting tackled by Packers kicker Crosby

"We don't get tackled by kickers and punters here," Lions special teams coordinator Brayden Coombs said.

Jordan Greer

Jackson: I was always returning

Lamar Jackson reflected on Monday's incredible victory over the Cleveland Browns, after the MVP returned from the locker room.

Sacha Pisani

Mayfield marvels at Jackson's return

Baker Mayfield discussed counterpart Lamar Jackson and his comeback for the Ravens on Monday night.

Stats Perform News

Lamar Jackson injury update

The Baltimore quarterback went to the locker room in the second half. He was listed as questionable to return, but came back late in the fourth quarter.

Tom Gatto

Eagles to stick with Hurts over Wentz

Doug Pederson announced Jalen Hurts as his starter once again for Sunday's clash with the Arizona Cardinals.

Sacha Pisani

Shanahan not confident on Garoppolo return

Kyle Shanahan provided an update on Jimmy Garoppolo, who has been sidelined since the start of November.

Sacha Pisani

Adams: I've no hate for Adam Gase

Jamal Adams lost confidence in coach Adam Gase and left a New York Jets team who have gone on to post a 0-12 record in the NFL this season.

John Skilbeck

Fantasy Injury Updates: Week 14 RBs start 'em, sit 'em decisions

Christian McCaffrey, Josh Jacobs, Antonio Gibson, Joe Mixon, and D'Andre Swift are all dealing with injuries ahead of the fantasy playoffs. Get the latest updates on how they impact our Week 14 RB rankings and start 'em, sit 'em decisions.

Jacob Camenker

Fantasy Injury Updates: Week 14 WRs start 'em, sit 'em decisions

Kenny Golladay, Chris Godwin, and Jonnu Smith are all dealing with injuries ahead of Week 14 while D.J. Moore and Curtis Samuel are on the COVID list. Get the latest on these injuries to pass-catchers and how it impact fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decisions.

Jacob Camenker

Week 14 Fantasy Sleepers

Antonio Gibson and Denzel Mims will be out this week, putting J.D. McKissic and Breshad Perriman on the start 'em, sit 'em bubble. See more potential sleepers and get start 'em, sit 'em advice ahead of your Week 14 fantasy matchups.

Jacob Camenker

Belichick backs struggling Newton

Cam Newton is struggling to find his level with the New England Patriots, but Bill Belichick offered a vote of confidence on Thursday.

John Skilbeck

Rams' Goff praises 'special' Akers

Cam Akers was hailed by teammate Jared Goff after his performance for the Rams on Thursday.

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McCaffrey not expected to face Broncos

Christian McCaffrey is in doubt for Sunday's clash with the Denver Broncos.

Sacha Pisani

Rams end skid against Pats

The Los Angeles Rams were finally able to celebrate a victory over the New England Patriots on Thursday.

Sacha Pisani

Where will Cam Newton play in 2021?

Cam Newton's a free agent after the 2020 season, and whether he returns to the Patriots in 2021 or goes elsewhere is an open question. Washington, the 49ers and the Colts could be a few of his other options.

Billy Heyen

Carson Wentz loyalists question QB's benching

The move to Jalen Hurts has not gone over well with some Eagles veterans.

Dan Bernstein

Gibson loss could prove crucial

Antonio Gibson may miss the Washington Football Team's clash with the San Francisco 49ers and the running back could prove a crucial loss.

Nicholas McGee

Jackson: Ravens did it for Bryant

Due to a positive COVID-19 test, Dez Bryant missed out on the chance to face the Cowboys for the first time since they cut him in 2018.

Tom Webber

Deleted tweet shows Dez Bryant hugging Cowboys players before positive COVID-19 test

Bryant was pulled off the field moments before the Ravens vs. Cowboys game started.

Dan Bernstein

Why NFL let the Ravens game continue after Dez Bryant's positive COVID-19 test

Even though Bryant practiced around teammates, there were no high-risk close contacts according to the league.

Dan Bernstein

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