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Sporting News' latest 2022 NFL mock draft

Sporting News' third mock of the 2022 NFL Draft covers the entire first round with six total quarterbacks selected in the top 32 picks, with the Steelers, Lions, Saints and Broncos among the landing spots.

Vinnie Iyer

What channel is Washington vs. Falcons on?

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Washington vs. Falcons game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 4 NFL schedule.

Trevor Booth

Vinnie Iyer's Week 4 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions for Week 4 of the 2021 NFL season, Tom Brady's return to New England isn't much of a contest for the rebounding Buccaneers while losses start to pile up for the 49ers and Steelers.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, Week 4

Our NFL power rankings are updated with the biggest risers and fallers entering Week 4 of the 2021 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

What channel is Giants vs. Falcons on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 3 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Giants vs. Falcons game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 3 NFL schedule.

Edward Sutelan

Bill Bender's Week 3 NFL picks straight up

In our picks and predictions for Week 3 of the 2021 NFL season, Philadelphia put Dallas on notice on "Monday Night Football" while New Orleans and Kansas City bounce back from Week 2 losses.

Bill Bender

NFL QB power rankings 1-32: Brady still on top

In our updated ranking of all the current NFL starting quarterbacks, a 44-year-old Tom Brady fends off Russell Wilson and Patrick Mahomes for No. 1 while age catches up to Ben Roethlisberger.

Vinnie Iyer

Vinnie Iyer's Week 3 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions for Week 3 of the 2021 NFL season, Tampa Bay turns away L.A. with Tom Brady owning Matthew Stafford, while Green Bay and Dallas improve to 2-1.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, Week 3

Our NFL power rankings are updated with the biggest risers and fallers entering Week 3 of the 2021 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL's highest-paid tight ends: How contracts of Travis Kelce, Mark Andrews, George Kittle compare

The top NFL tight ends are finally getting the lucrative contracts they deserve for playing one of football's most demanding positions at an elite level.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Week 2 broadcast schedule in Canada

Five games will be shown on TSN and CTV2 in Week 2 and every game is available for live streaming on DAZN in Canada.

Jackie Spiegel

Can Tom Brady play until he's 50?

No quarterback older than 42 has ever passed for more than 1,000 yards in a season — except Brady.

Edward Sutelan

Vinnie Iyer's Week 2 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions for Week 2 of the 2021 NFL season, Kansas City continues its dominance over Baltimore on Sunday night while Green Bay, Dallas and Cleveland bounce back from Week 1 losses.

Vinnie Iyer

Bill Bender's Week 2 NFL picks straight up

In our picks and predictions for Week 2 of the 2021 NFL season, San Francisco keeps while the Bengals and Colts build off a big week for underdogs.

Bill Bender

NFL power rankings, Week 2

Our NFL power rankings are updated with the biggest risers and fallers entering Week 2 of the 2021 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

What channel is Eagles vs. Falcons on today?

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Eagles vs. Falcons on Sunday afternoon, including kickoff time and TV channels for the Week 1 matchup.

Madison Williams

NFL Week 1 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Wondering what NFL games are going to be on in your regional market today? Sporting News has you covered with the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 1 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Jacob Camenker

2021 NFL predictions: Final standings & Super Bowl pick

Sporting News' predictions for the 2021 NFL season are here. Check out our complete set of projections for the regular season standings and playoff matchups all the way through Super Bowl 56.

Vinnie Iyer

Follow the money(line): Week 1 NFL picks

In our straight up picks and predictions for Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season, Tampa Bay picks up where it left off, Pittsburgh proves its demise was exaggerated this offseason and Kansas City closes out Cleveland.

Bill Bender

Vinnie Iyer's Week 1 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions for Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season, Kansas City and Tampa Bay stay in Super Bowl form while San Francisco, Green Bay and Buffalo all prove they remain among the strongest contenders to dethrone them.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, final preseason edition

With kickoff of the 2021 NFL regular season looming for all 32 teams, here are Sporting News' latest league power rankings updated with the end of the preseason.

Vinnie Iyer

Sporting News' 2022 NFL mock draft

Sporting News' second mock of the 2022 NFL Draft covers the entire first round with Oklahoma QB Spencer Rattler going No. 1 overall and plenty of changes from picks Nos. 2-32.

Vinnie Iyer

Early NFL picks against the spread for Week 1

In our early picks and predictions for Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season, Tom Brady and the defending Super Bowl champions pick up where they left off, the Chiefs win a close one and Joe Burrow leads an upset.

Vinnie Iyer

Cam Newton, Michael Jordan lead Notable NFL cuts

Sporting News kept tabs on the most surprising cuts from NFL rosters:

Vinnie Iyer

Ranking the NFL's best running backs for the 2021 season from 1-30

Here are Sporting News' updated NFL running back rankings for the 2021 season from 1-30, starting with Christian McCaffrey down to Myles Gaskin.

Vinnie Iyer

The best and worst starting QBs for 2021, ranked 1-32

Here are Sporting News' updated NFL quarterback rankings for the 2021 season from 1-32, starting with Patrick Mahomes down to Sam Darnold.

Vinnie Iyer

Matt Ryan explains why Calvin Ridley, Kyle Pitts will live up to Falcons' fantasy football hype

Can you trust that both Calvin Ridley and Kyle Pitts will deliver great return on investments? Absolutely, according to Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan.

Vinnie Iyer

Falcons were 'dancing and hooraying' during halftime of Super Bowl 51 loss to Patriots

The Falcons ended up blowing a historic 25-point lead in their defeat.

Jacob Camenker

Rosen joins fifth team in four years - a timeline

New Falcons quarterback Josh Rosen has not done well since being a top-10 pick by the Cardinals. Here's a look at his career journey so far.

Jacob Camenker

Twitter roasts Falcons quarterback AJ McCarron, praises Feleipe Franks for Atlanta debuts

Twitter thought that the veteran McCarron was outplayed by the undrafted rookie Franks in their respective Falcons debuts.

Jacob Camenker

Ranking the NFL's best wide receivers for the 2021 season

Here are Sporting News' updated NFL wide receiver rankings for the 2021 season from 1-30, starting with Davante Adams down to Deebo Samuel.

Vinnie Iyer

Ranking the NFL's best general managers for the 2021 season from 1-32

Here are Sporting News' updated NFL general manager rankings for the 2021 season from 1-32, starting with Jason Licht down to Nick Caserio.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, training camp edition

With training camps set to open for every team in the NFL this week, here are Sporting News' latest league power rankings, updated with the current vibes coming out of the offseason.

Vinnie Iyer

Jets assistant Greg Knapp dies of injuries suffered in bicycle crash

Knapp was struck by a car July 17 while riding in California. His family said he never regained consciousness.

Tom Gatto

Eight throwback helmets we're excited to see after the NFL's latest rule change

NFL teams have a clearer path to wearing throwback helmets and uniforms after the league changed a rule about helmets for the 2022 season. We're most excited to see these helmets potentially make a comeback.

Jacob Camenker

Is Calvin Ridley ready to be Falcons' No. 1 receiver after the Julio Jones trade?

Calvin Ridley is set to be the new top receiver with the Falcons after Julio Jones was traded to the Titans. Ridley was a former first-round pick, but is he ready to find success without Jones and be Atlanta's No. 1 receiver?

Jacob Camenker

Julio Jones trade grades for Titans, Falcons

The Titans hit a (pricey) home run, and the Falcons got desperately needed salary cap relief — even if the return was less than they hoped.

Vinnie Iyer

Falcons to trade Jones to Titans for second-rounder

It appears the Julio Jones trade sweepstakes may be nearing its end.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Brown on Titans acquiring Jones: 'Y'all done f— up'

It looks like no one is more excited than A.J. Brown at the Titans' acquisition of Julio Jones.

Zac Al-Khateeb

When will Julio Jones be traded? NFL Network's Ian Rapoport outlines timetable for Falcons to move top WR

Julio Jones could be leaving Atlanta soon, but when will the Falcons move their long-time No. 1 receiver? According to Ian Rapoport, that will likely occur before training camp, but that's all we know for now.

Jacob Camenker

Julio Jones trade rumors: Seahawks, Russell Wilson interested in adding wide receiver

Seattle reportedly has been in talks with Atlanta about a trade for the Pro Bowl wideout.

Edward Sutelan

Falcons reportedly have been offered first-round pick for Julio Jones

As June draws nearer, so does a potential trade for Julio Jones. When will Jones be traded? Can the Falcons get a a first-round pick in exchange for him? The answers to these questions are becoming clearer.

Jacob Camenker

Jones, Falcons unaware trade admission was live

According to multiple reports, neither Jones nor the Falcons was aware his admission that he wanted to be traded was aired live on national television.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Julio Jones trade rumors: Why Titans are not in ideal spot to deal for Falcons WR

Making the move for Jones likely doesn't match the mindset in Tennessee.

Vinnie Iyer

Brown posts pitch to Jones: 'We waiting on you'

Brown and Jones would be one of the most physically fearsome receiver duos in the NFL.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Aaron Rodgers to Julio Jones? How Packers can pull off long-shot trade for Falcons star

Is it possible the Packers and Falcons could find a trade solution to appease both of the disgruntled NFL stars at once?

Vinnie Iyer

Julio Jones trade rumors: 49ers, Patriots among best landing spots for pricey Falcons WR

Given the late nature of his availability and the $15.3 million guaranteed he's making for 2021 — including a current cap hit of $23 million — Julio Jones will be difficult to deal.

Vinnie Iyer

Did Jones know he was live with Sharpe?

It's uncertain whether Jones, who admitted a desire to be traded, was aware he was being recorded when Sharpe called him.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Julio Jones tells Shannon Sharpe he won't be staying with Falcons: 'I'm outta there, man'

Julio Jones has revealed that he doesn't expect to be with the Falcons in 2021.

Jacob Camenker

Julio Jones wants to play with Cam Newton, report says

Could the former college and NFC division rivals end up as teammates?

Zac Al-Khateeb

Julio Jones trade rumors: Here’s how much it might cost for Falcons to deal wide receiver

There are some rumblings of a potential Julio Jones trade, as the Falcons may look to move on from their veteran receiver. If they do that, here's a look at what it might cost teams to make a move for him.

Jacob Camenker

Hoaxed football player lands an NFL tryout after falling for false Falcons invite

Juantarius Bryant will finally get his chance to show off his talents to NFL teams.

Edward Sutelan

Falcons' Mike Davis causes Twitter frenzy by showing off his shredded legs

Falcons RB Mike Davis is one strong dude.

Jacob Camenker

Falcons schedule 2021: Dates & times for all 17 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

The Falcons had to make big changes after finishing 4-12 and falling into last place in the NFC South last season. Atlanta hired a new offensive-minded head coach, Arthur Smith, hoping for a big turnaround when navigating through its 2021 schedule.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, post-2021 draft edition

With the 2021 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

2021 NFL Draft grades for all 32 teams

Sporting News' grades are in for the 2021 NFL Draft with all 259 picks in the books. Here are the best and worst classes, from a hometown haul for the Browns to an all-around whiff by the Raiders.

Vinnie Iyer

Sporting News' way-too-early 2022 NFL Mock Draft

It's never too early to look ahead to the 2022 NFL Draft. Sporting News' first mock draft of next year's class covers the entire first round, starting with Oklahoma QB Spencer Rattler going No. 1 overall.

Vinnie Iyer

Falcons draft picks 2021: Who did Atlanta take? Full list of NFL Draft selections

Here is a complete list of Atlanta Falcons draft picks in the 2021 NFL Draft, updated as selections are made.

Jacob Camenker

NFL schedule release: When to expect an announcement, and more

Here is what we know about the NFL's 2021 schedule release date, schedule for each team and more.

Joe Rivera

SN's NFL Mock Draft for Rounds 2-3

Here is our updated Day 2 NFL mock draft for 2021, projecting every pick for Rounds 2 and 3.

Vinnie Iyer

SN's final NFL Mock Draft for 2021

Sporting News' final NFL mock draft for 2021 covers the first three rounds with the most updated information and rumors considered for every team's picks.

Vinnie Iyer

Kyle Pitts

Tight end is not typically a priority position in the NFL Draft, but Kyle Pitts is billed as a generational prospect. Here's at other tight ends drafted in the first round since 1967 and how they fared.

Bill Bender

NFL Draft rumors 2021: Tracking the latest leaks, news, trade buzz before Round 1

Any rumor is as good as a feast this time of year. Here's what you need to know about the latest rumors, buzz and more entering the final days before the 2021 NFL Draft.

Joe Rivera

NFL Mock Draft 2021: Complete 7-round edition

Sporting News' latest NFL mock draft for 2021 spans seven rounds, covering all 259 picks from projected No. 1 overall selection Trevor Lawrence down to Mr. Irrelevant.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL mock draft 2021, 3-round edition: 49ers opt for Mac Jones; Lions throw QB curveball; Penei Sewell, DeVonta Smith slide

Sporting News' latest NFL mock draft for 2021 covers the first three rounds with in-depth analysis for every team's picks.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Draft trade rumors 2021: The 10 most likely scenarios to move up, down in Round 1

The 2021 NFL Draft is set up for a trade frenzy. We break down the 10 teams most likely to trade up or down the draft board in Round 1.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Draft order by team 2021: Complete list of picks for all 32 franchises

From pick No. 1 to No. 259, every draft pick for the 2021 NFL Draft sorted by team here.

Joe Rivera

Julio Jones trade rumors: Falcons GM Terry Fontenot admits Atlanta would listen to offers for star WR

Jones has played his entire NFL career in Atlanta since being selected with the No. 6 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft.

Jordan Greer

Julio Jones trade rumors: Falcons laying 'framework' for trade

Julio Jones may enter the 2021 season in a new uniform.

Joe Rivera

NFL mock draft 2021 with trades: Patriots, Broncos, Bills make bold moves up; Falcons, Panthers enjoy payoff

Our latest NFL mock draft for 2021 includes a handful of trades that shake up the first round.

Vinnie Iyer

SN Mock Draft: After Miami's big trades

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projecting pick Nos. 1-32 looks at the implications of San Francisco and Philadelphia swinging big blockbuster deals with Miami to move up in the draft order.

Vinnie Iyer

Kyle Trask mock draft: Steelers, Bears, Washington among best 2021 NFL Draft fits for Florida QB

Kyle Trask has the size, strong arm and accuracy to be successful in the NFL, but he projects as a Day 2 prospect for now. Here are the best fits for the Florida QB in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Vinnie Iyer

Justin Fields mock draft: Patriots, Bears, Panthers top best 2021 NFL Draft fits for Ohio State QB

Once the unquestioned No. 2 prospect in the 2021 NFL Draft, Justin Fields might be outside the top three in his own position group entering his pro day. Here are the best fits for the Ohio State QB.

Vinnie Iyer

Zach Wilson mock draft: Broncos, 49ers, Falcons among best 2021 NFL Draft fits for BYU QB

BYU quarterback Zach Wilson carries big upside with a playing style to which most teams can adjust. Here's a look at his best landing spots in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Vinnie Iyer

SN Mock Draft: Adjusted for free-agent moves

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projecting pick Nos. 1-32 looks at the implications of NFL free agency on the first round now that the dust has settled, including the Jets' decision to draft a QB vs. trading for Deshaun Watson.

Vinnie Iyer

Najee Harris mock draft: Buccaneers, Steelers, Jets among best 2021 NFL Draft fits for Alabama RB

Harris is a sturdy, strong runner with tree trunks for legs. But he also has proved to be nimble and quick to flash a second gear in the open field.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL free agency tracker 2021

Sporting News is tracking live NFL free agency news and rumors as the league opens for business. Follow along for updates on the top players available.

Joe Rivera

NFL salary cap cuts 2021: Team-by-team tracker of players released into NFL free agency

The NFL has set its salary cap at $182.5 million for 2021. With a significant $15.7 million decrease from the 2020 number of $198.2 million, that's left teams scrambling to make cuts that will help them get under the cap for the upcoming season.

Vinnie Iyer

The NFL's highest-paid quarterbacks in salary, guaranteed money and total contract value

Here are the 10 highest-paid QBs in the NFL based on three different criteria.

Vinnie Iyer

SN Mock Draft: How Carson Wentz trade will reshape first round

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projecting pick Nos. 1-32 explores the ripple effects of Carson Wentz's trade from the Eagles to the Colts plus other Round 1 quarterback implications.

Vinnie Iyer

SN Mock Draft: Deshaun Watson trade rumors loom large

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projecting pick Nos. 1-32 ahead of Super Bowl 55 still has Trevor Lawrence going first overall followed by a more significant first-round shakeup.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, way-too-early edition for 2021

With Super Bowl 55 just in the books, Sporting News re-ranks all NFL teams from No. 1 through No. 32 looking far ahead to the start of the 2021 season.

Vinnie Iyer

Salute to Service

Falcons CFO Steve Cannon is the latest member of the organization to win the USAA "Salute to Service" award.

Bill Bender

NFL QB carousel

It is not a stretch to say half of the NFL's 32 teams could have a different starting quarterback next season. Here's a breakdown of how the league's QB landscape might look after free agency, trades and the 2021 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

Ranking NFL's new head coaches

Here's a ranking for the NFL's head coaching hires during the 2021 offseason cycle, from stability in New York to Houston's big problem.

Vinnie Iyer

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

NFL Draft order 2021: Updated list of picks for every team after divisional playoffs

Here is the 2021 NFL Draft order for the first 28 picks, which was finalized with the results of the divisional round.

Tom Gatto

Who is Arthur Smith? Falcons tab Titans OC to be next head coach

Arthur Smith is joining Atlanta after working as an assistant for a decade in Tennessee.

Tom Gatto

Mock draft: Projecting where Alabama, Ohio State players will land in Round 1

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft includes picks No. 1 through No. 24 after the wild-card playoffs with a spotlight on Crimson Tide and Buckeyes prospects from the national title game.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL head coaching vacancies, ranked: Jaguars, Chargers jockey for best available gig

There are six jobs up for grabs, but not all of them are created equal.

Joe Rivera

NFL Draft order 2021: Updated list of picks for every team after wild-card playoffs

Here is the 2021 NFL Draft order for the first 24 picks, which was finalized with the results of the wild-card round.

Tom Gatto

Tom Brady's Rob Gronkowski impression deserves an award

Tom Brady mimicked longtime teammate Rob Gronkowski ahead of the Buccaneers' Week 17 game vs. the Falcons.

Billy Heyen

NFL mock draft 2021: Jets jump on Justin Fields; Dolphins, Patriots pick WR help; 49ers find next QB

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft focuses on picks 1-18 with the order for non-playoff teams now set.

Vinnie Iyer

Urban Meyer to the NFL?

Would Urban Meyer fit in the NFL? There are three possible landing spots that make the most sense.

Bill Bender

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

Mike Evans injury update: Buccaneers receiver out for game with knee injury

Mike Evans appeared to slip on wet turf during Week 17, causing his left knee to bend at an awkward angle. The Buccaneers receiver headed to the locker room with trainers.

Billy Heyen

NFL Week 17 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 17 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

Week 17 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 17 of the 2020 NFL season, the Cowboys take care of business vs. the Giants and win the NFC East thank to help from the Eagles. Plus, the Packers and Bills keep their rivals out of the playoffs.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for Week 17

In our picks and predictions for Week 17 of the 2020 NFL season, the Browns finally return to the AFC playoffs by getting past Pittsburgh and Green Bay knocks the rival Bears out in the NFC North.

Bill Bender

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

NFL power rankings for Week 17

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into final week of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Chiefs' head-scratching trick play leads to Sammy Watkins interception targeting Patrick Mahomes

The Chiefs attempted a pass on fourth down, which makes sense — until you see the passer was Sammy Watkins and the intended receiver was Patrick Mahomes.

Billy Heyen

Week 16 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 16 of the 2020 NFL season, the Seahawks win the NFC West with their win over the Rams and the Eagles finish off the Cowboys in the NFC East.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for Week 15

In our picks and predictions for Week 16 of the 2020 NFL season, the Packers outlast the Titans in a "Sunday Night Football" shootout and the Colts take the AFC South lead with a win over the Steelers.

Bill Bender

NFL Week 16 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 16 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

Matt Ryan on Falcons' future

Atlanta is 4-10 this season, but veteran quarterback Matt Ryan remains positive heading into what should be a telling offseason.

Bill Bender

Tom Brady focused on Buccaneers, not on Patriots' playoff elimination

Tom Brady and the Buccaneers can clinch a playoff spot with a Week 16 win, and the Patriots have already been eliminated. Brady says he isn't focused on his former team.

Billy Heyen

NFL power rankings for Week 16

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 16 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Antonio Brown's first touchdown with Buccaneers completes Tom Brady's comeback vs. Falcons

Antonio Brown caught a 46-yard touchdown from Tom Brady against the Falcons, the first score with the Buccaneers for Brown and a game-winning TD.

Billy Heyen

NFL Week 15 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 15 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

Week 15 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 15 of the 2020 NFL season, Kansas City outlasts New Orleans in a potential Super Bowl 55 preview, while Washington, Miami and Dallas' playoff hopes take a hit in key home games.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for Week 15

In our picks and predictions for Week 15 of the 2020 NFL season, the NFC playoff picture comes into focus with opportunities for Philadelphia, Chicago and Seattle.

Bill Bender

NFL power rankings for Week 15

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 15 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Week 14 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 14 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

Week 14 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 14 of the 2020 NFL season, the Patriots' long-shot playoff hopes come to an end, the Steelers fend off the Bills and the Giants down Kyler Murray and the Cardinals.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for Week 14

In our picks and predictions for Week 14 of the 2020 NFL season, the AFC playoff picture takes more turns with the Bills beating the Steelers and the Browns upsetting the Ravens in a pair of prime-time games.

Bill Bender

NFL power rankings for Week 14

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 14 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

SN's latest mock draft for 2021

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft has both the Cowboys and Eagles thinking defense with their surprisingly high picks, while the Steelers and 49ers find eventual replacements for their franchise quarterbacks.

Vinnie Iyer

Taysom Hill giving teams reasons to think of him as a QB1

Drew Brees can return from injured reserve in Week 14, a week after Taysom Hill posted his best passing day in the NFL and led the Saints to a third straight win with him at QB.

Billy Heyen

NFL picks, predictions for Week 13

In our picks and predictions for Week 13 of the 2020 NFL season, the 49ers pull off another upset on "Monday Night Football" and the Derrick Henry-Nick Chubb duel lives up to expectations.

Bill Bender

NFL Week 13 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 13 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

NFL playoff clinching scenarios for Chiefs, Steelers, Saints in Week 13

Three NFL teams can clinch a spot in the 2020 playoffs with a win and some help in Week 13: the Kansas City Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints.

Billy Heyen

Week 13 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 13 of the 2020 NFL season, Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay avenge a 2019 loss to Philadelphia, while Seattle, New England and San Francisco continue their playoff pushes.

Vinnie Iyer

Why Saints have taken control of Falcons rivalry under Sean Payton

The Falcons at one point had a big advantage in a rivalry that goes back to the late 1960s, but under Sean Payton, the Saints have closed the gap.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings for Week 13

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 13 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for Week 12

In our picks and predictions for Week 12 of the 2020 NFL season, the Packers enjoy a get-well game against the rival Bears, Tom Brady outduels Patrick Mahomes and the Eagles keep losing.

Bill Bender

Week 12 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 12 of the 2020 NFL season, Patrick Mahomes keeps beating Tom Brady, the Eagles get key playoff revenge and the Raiders recover from a tough loss.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Week 12 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 12 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

NFL power rankings for Week 12

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 12 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Falcons' Christian Blake broke up interception by pulling Janoris Jenkins' hair

Christian Blake broke up a Janoris Jenkins interception attempt in Week 11 by pulling on Jenkins' hair.

Billy Heyen

NFL QB power rankings: Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Rodgers reign over rest

In our updated ranking of all the current starting quarterbacks in the league, no MVP candidates are playing better than past winners Patrick Mahomes and Aaron Rodgers, but Russell Wilson and Kyler Murray aren't too far behind.

Vinnie Iyer

Why Taysom Hill is starting at quarterback for Saints over Jameis Winston

Taysom Hill was chosen to start for the Saints over Jameis Winston in Week 11 against the Falcons. It's been reported that Sean Payton just "wants to know" whether Hill is New Orleans' quarterback of the future.

Billy Heyen

NFL picks, predictions for Week 11

In our picks and predictions for Week 11 of the 2020 NFL season, the Packers cool off Philip Rivers and the Colts, the Browns deal another blow to the Eagles and the Patriots reenter the playoff picture.

Bill Bender

Why Taysom Hill is tight end-eligible in fantasy football on ESPN, FanDuel but not Yahoo

Taysom Hill is tight end-eligible on ESPN and FanDuel's fantasy football and DFS services in Week 11. With Drew Brees out, that makes the sometimes-QB Hill essentially a cheat code.

Billy Heyen

Week 11 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 11 of the 2020 NFL season, Seattle and Kansas City avenge division losses to Arizona and Las Vegas while Tom Brady outduels Jared Goff.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Week 11 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 11 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

Ranking the NFL's 10 most memorable Hail Marys, from 'Fail Mary' to 'Hail Murray'

Sporting News looks at the 10 most memorable game-winning Hail Marys in NFL history. Where does Kyler Murray's miracle connection to DeAndre Hopkins fit in?

Bill Bender

NFL power rankings for Week 11

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 11 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Week 10 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 10 of the 2020 NFL season, Josh Allen outduels Kyler Murray and Lamar Jackson outruns Cam Newton.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for Week 10

In our picks and predictions for Week 10 of the 2020 NFL season, we break down the Seahawks' chances at staying near the top of the NFC while the Steelers avoid an upset bid from the Bengals.

Bill Bender

NFL Week 10 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 10 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

NFL mock draft 2021: Jets finish tank for Trevor Lawrence; Patriots, Falcons, Vikings pass on QBs

Sporting News' updated mock draft has the Patriots and Jets tapping into a tight-end rich class, the Colts and Saints making it five first-round quarterbacks and the Bucs going for the first running back.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings for Week 10

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 10 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Week 9 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 9 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

NFL picks, predictions for Week 9

In our picks and predictions for Week 9 of the 2020 NFL season, we break down the five games between teams with winning records and more.

Bill Bender

Week 9 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 9 of the 2020 NFL season, Tom Brady and Tampa Bay avenge a Week 1 loss at New Orleans while Seattle goes back to cooling off Buffalo and Dallas doesn't cover again vs. Pittsburgh.

Vinnie Iyer

What channel is Packers vs. 49ers on today? Schedule, time for 'Thursday Night Football' game in Week 9

The Green Bay Packers play the San Francisco 49ers on "Thursday Night Football" in a battle of two teams at less than full health. Here is everything you need to know to watch Week 9's opener.

Billy Heyen

NFL power rankings for Week 9

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 9 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Falcons' Takk McKinley insults own production after Atlanta fails to trade pass-rusher

Takk McKinley didn't get moved by the Falcons ahead of the NFL trade deadline, and the pass-rusher took to Twitter on Wednesday to criticize Atlanta's lack of a deal.

Billy Heyen

NFL Week 8 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 8 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

NFL mock draft 2021: Lawrence, Fields lead four QBs; WRs fly off board

Sporting News' updated mock draft has a new home for quarterbacks Justin Fields, Trey Lance and Kyle Trask and pairs three fourths of the NFC North with needed big-play wide receivers.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for Week 8

In our picks and predictions for Week 8 of the 2020 NFL season, the Ravens and Steelers meet in a battle for AFC North supremacy. Can the Browns keep pace despite losing Odell Beckham Jr.?

Bill Bender

Week 8 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 8 of the 2020 NFL season, Seattle rebounds by cooling off San Francisco, while first-place Philadelphia and Buffalo put Dallas and New England on ice.

Vinnie Iyer

Matt Ryan, Julio Jones trade rumors: Why it would be difficult for Falcons to trade two big contracts

Matt Ryan and Julio Jones have been the subject of trade rumors, but because of large contracts, it's unlikely that the Falcons will be able to move either before the NFL trade deadline.

Billy Heyen

Falcons vs. Panthers score, results: Atlanta's defense shuts down Carolina in second half

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Falcons vs. Panthers on "Thursday Night Football." Follow for complete results from the NFL Week 8 game.

Jacob Hancock

Falcons DE Charles Harris ejected for hit on Panthers QB Teddy Bridgewater

Bridgewater returned after being shaken up by the play.

Jacob Hancock

How do you pronounce Younghoe Koo? A guide to saying the Falcons kicker's name correctly

Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo's name isn't pronounced how you might expect, and he's also got a sick trick shot in his arsenal.

Billy Heyen

What channel is Falcons vs. Panthers on today? Schedule, time for 'Thursday Night Football' game in Week 8

The Atlanta Falcons play at the Carolina Panthers on "Thursday Night Football" as trade rumors swirl. Here is everything you need to know to watch Week 8's opener.

Billy Heyen

What time is the NFL game tonight? TV schedule, channels for 'Thursday Night Football' in Week 8

The kickoff time for Panthers vs. Falcons is the NFL's typical start time for Thursday night games. Here is when and how to watch.

Billy Heyen

Who plays on 'Thursday Night Football' tonight? Time, TV channel, schedule for NFL Week 8

Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons are a part of trade rumors heading into Thursday night's game at the Carolina Panthers. Here's when and how to watch "Thursday Night Football" in Week 8.

Billy Heyen

Who is the Falcons' new coach? Raheem Morris auditions as interim after Dan Quinn firing

Falcons interim head coach Raheem Morris has a defensive pedigree and a Super Bowl ring, and now he's got a second chance to prove he can be an NFL head coach.

Billy Heyen

Falcons vs. Panthers Fantasy Football Start 'Em Sit 'Em for Week 8 'Thursday Night Football'

There should be a lot of offense in Thursday night's Falcons-Panthers game, even with Christian McCaffrey likely out again. SN's Vinnie Iyer breaks down his start 'em, sit 'em lineup advice for your first fantasy decisions of Week 8.

Vinnie Iyer

Week 8 TNF DraftKings Picks

The Panthers and Falcons open Week 8 on Thursday Night Football. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.

Billy Heyen

Falcons-Panthers Thursday Night Football Betting Preview: Odds, trends, pick

The experts at BetQL get you ready for the Week 8 opener by breaking down the numbers you need to know to make the sharpest picks for the Falcons-Panthers Thursday night showdown.

Sloan Piva, BetQL

Is Christian McCaffrey playing Thursday night? Fantasy injury update for Panthers-Falcons (Updated)

Is Christian McCaffrey playing on Thursday Night Football for the Panthers against the Falcons? We have the latest injury updates ahead of the official active/inactive report and your first fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decision of Week 8.

Jacob Camenker

Why Teddy 'Two Gloves' Bridgewater wears gloves while playing QB for Panthers

Teddy Bridgewater is the rare NFL quarterback who wears gloves on both his hands while playing. It helps with grip, he says, and he's done it since his freshman year at Louisville.

Billy Heyen

What happened to Teddy Bridgewater? How Panthers QB resurrected NFL career after scary knee injury

Teddy Bridgewater suffered a career-threatening left-knee injury in 2016. Four years later, he's the Carolina Panthers' starting quarterback and one of the pleasant surprises of the 2020 NFL season.

Billy Heyen

Falcons' Matt Ryan repeatedly told Todd Gurley not to score before he scored vs. Lions

Sometimes touchdowns can be bad. Atlanta learned this lesson the hard way.

Jordan Greer

Falcons vs. Panthers odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL’s ‘Thursday Night Football’ game

Here's everything to know about betting on Falcons vs. Panthers in Week 8, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for "Thursday Night Football."

Vinnie Iyer

Matt Ryan contract breakdown: How many years are Falcons tied to their franchise QB?

Suddenly, there has been speculation about the Falcons drafting Matt Ryan's replacement in 2021 while his name also is being tossed in trade rumors. There's a big reason why that's unlikely: His contract.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings for Week 8

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 8 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Todd Gurley pulls a Penn State, scores accidental touchdown as Falcons blow win vs. Lions

Todd Gurley didn't go down before scoring a go-ahead touchdown. That gave the Lions a chance to comeback and beat the Falcons in Week 7.

Billy Heyen

Week 7 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 7 of the 2020 NFL season, the Steelers stay undefeated by handing the Titans their first loss while the 49ers extend the Patriots' losing streak to three.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Week 7 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 7 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

NFL picks, predictions for Week 7

In our picks and predictions for Week 7 of the 2020 NFL season, the Steelers and Titans meet in a battle of undefeated teams in the 1 p.m. window, while there are seven divisional matchups, including a 4:25 p.m. showdown between the Cardinals and Seahawks.

Bill Bender

NFL power rankings for Week 7

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 7 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for Week 6

In our picks and predictions for Week 6 of the 2020 NFL season, and the Browns-Steelers AFC North rivalry is a tough pick. Plus the Chiefs and 49ers rebound in big prime-time showdowns.

Bill Bender

NFL Week 6 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 6 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

Week 6 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 6 of the 2020 NFL season, Tom Brady outduels Aaron Rodgers, the Chiefs rebound and the Cowboys and Bears win again with replacement QBs.

Vinnie Iyer

Matt Ryan's Falcons future murky after Arthur Blank's comments, but contract plays a big role

Matt Ryan's cap numbers over the next two seasons don't exactly have a clear out for him in Atlanta.

Joe Rivera

NFL power rankings for Week 6

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 6 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Falcons fire coach Quinn, GM Dimitroff

Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Panthers proved the final straw for Atlanta's hierarchy.

Stats Perform News

Ranking the best replacement candidates if Falcons fire Dan Quinn

Dan Quinn is gone after an 0-5 start. Here are the eight best candidates to replace him now that Atlanta had fired its head coach.

Vinnie Iyer

Could Falcons, Texans lure Dabo Swinney to NFL?

Dabo Swinney has no incentive to leave Clemson for the NFL, but what if there was an offer even he couldn't refuse?

Bill Bender

NFL Week 5 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 5 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

Week 5 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 5 of the 2020 NFL season, the Steelers crush the cross-state Eagles coming off a bye, while the Cowboys and 49ers take advantage of lesser teams to get much-needed home wins.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL picks, predictions for Week 5

In our picks and predictions for Week 5 of the 2020 NFL season, the Bills, Browns and Buccaneers all stay on their playoff path with big victories.

Bill Bender

NFL power rankings for Week 5

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 5 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Rodgers takes aim at doubters

Aaron Rodgers superb start to the 2020 season has the Packers surging at 4-0 following an offseason full of chatter about the QB's demise and the drafting of his successor, Jordan Love.

Stats Perform News

Za'Darius Smith honors Breonna Taylor

Za'Darius Smith pulled his undershirt below his jersey to reveal a message in honor of the slain Louisville woman.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Rodgers smokes Falcons on 'MNF'

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Packers vs. Falcons on "Monday Night Football." Follow for complete results from the NFL Week 4 game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Is Calvin Ridley playing Monday night? Fantasy injury update for Falcons-Packers (Updated)

Is Calvin Ridley playing on Monday Night Football for the Falcons against the Packers? We have the latest injury updates ahead of the official active/inactive report and one of your last fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decisions of Week 4.

Matt Lutovsky

Is Julio Jones playing Monday night? Fantasy injury update for Falcons-Packers (Updated)

Is Julio Jones playing on Monday Night Football for the Falcons against the Packers? We have the latest injury updates ahead of the official active/inactive report and one of your last fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decisions of Week 4.

Matt Lutovsky

Is Davante Adams playing Monday night? Fantasy injury update for Falcons-Packers (Updated)

Is Davante Adams playing on Monday Night Football for the Packers against the Falcons? We have the latest injury updates ahead of the official active/inactive report and one of your last fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decisions of Week 4.

Matt Lutovsky

Packers vs. Falcons odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL’s ‘Monday Night Football’ game

Here's everything to know about betting on Packers vs. Falcons in Week 4, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for "Monday Night Football."

Vinnie Iyer

Why do the Falcons keep blowing big leads?

The Falcons' most famous blown lead will always be 28-3, but in their recent history, they've had a lot of trouble with maintaining big leads, including in 2020.

Billy Heyen

What channel is Packers vs. Falcons on today? Schedule, time for 'Monday Night Football' game in Week 4

The TV channel for tonight's Packers-Falcons game in Green Bay is the same network that will broadcast all Monday night games this season. Here is everything you need to know to watch Packers vs. Falcons.

Thomas Schlarp

Is Julian Edelman playing Monday night? Fantasy injury update for Patriots-Chiefs (Updated)

Is Julian Edelman playing on Monday Night Football for the Patriots against the Chiefs? We have the latest injury updates ahead of the official active/inactive report and one of your last fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decisions of Week 4.

Jacob Camenker

Who will Aaron Rodgers throw to on 'Monday Night Football' with Davante Adams, Allen Lazard out?

Aaron Rodgers will be without Davante Adams and Allen Lazard on Monday Night Football, which means he'll be counting on unsung wide receivers like Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Darrius Shepherd and Malik Taylor.

Billy Heyen

Packers' Davante Adams tweets, deletes frustration over not playing vs. Falcons

Davante Adams seemed to call out team doctors in a tweet about his Monday night matchup.

Jordan Heck

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