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Vinnie Iyer's Week 15 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 15 of the 2021 NFL season, the Packers add salt to the Ravens' wounds, the Chiefs and Buccaneers avenge earlier losses and the 49ers get another key win.

Vinnie Iyer

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 15 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 15 of the 2021 NFL season, the Packers add salt to the Ravens' wounds, the Chiefs and Buccaneers avenge earlier losses and the 49ers get another key win.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 15

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 15 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Sporting News' latest 2022 NFL mock draft

Sporting News' fifth mock of the 2022 NFL Draft covers the entire first round projecting picks 1-32, starting with Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux at No. 1 followed by five quarterbacks off the board.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bill Bender's Week 14 NFL picks straight up

In our Week 14 picks, Washington beats Dallas in a NFC East upset and the Rams knock off the Cardinals on Monday Night Football.

Bill Bender

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Lions coach Dan Campbell's speeches make you want to punch people, Broncos' Teddy Bridgewater says

Bridgewater was on the Saints in 2018 and 2019, when Campbell was an assistant coach on the staff.

Edward Sutelan

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 14 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 14 of the 2021 NFL season, Kyler Murray and the Cardinals show why they're the NFC's top seed while the 49ers and Packers look like playoff threats.

Vinnie Iyer

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 14 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 14 of the 2021 NFL season, Kyler Murray and the Cardinals show why they're the NFC's top seed while the 49ers and Packers look like playoff threats.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 14

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 14 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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How Lions overcame questionable call by Dan Campbell to stun Vikings for first win

It looked as if the Lions would drop to 0-11-1 before Jared Goff led them on a game-winning drive.

Jacob Camenker

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Sporting News' latest 2022 NFL mock draft

Sporting News' fifth mock of the 2022 NFL Draft covers the entire first round projecting picks 1-32, starting with Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux at No. 1 followed by five quarterbacks off the board.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 14

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 14 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Dan Campbell, Jared Goff dedicate Lions' first win to Oxford community after shooting

The Lions won their first game of the season on the same day the team honored the victims of the Oxford High School shooting last week.

Edward Sutelan

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 13 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 13 of the 2021 NFL season, the Bills regain control of the AFC East, the Chiefs assert their dominance and two of the NFL's hottest teams keep it up.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bill Bender's Week 13 NFL picks straight up

In our picks and predictions straight up for Week 13 of the NFL season, the Patriots upset the Bills in a defensive MNF game and the Ravens take control of the AFC North.

Bill Bender

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Lions plan tributes for victims of Oxford shooting

Lions offensive coordinator Anthony Lynn told reporters that one offensive coach had to go home to be with his daughter because she was afraid to go into school.

Edward Sutelan

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NFL power rankings, Week 13

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 13 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 13 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 13 of the 2021 NFL season, the Bills regain control of the AFC East, the Chiefs assert their dominance and two of the NFL's hottest teams keep it up.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 13

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 13 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bill Bender's Week 12 NFL picks straight up

In our picks and predictions straight up for Week 12 of the NFL season, the AFC North comes into focus. Will the Steelers and Ravens take down the Bengals and Browns, respectively?

Bill Bender

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Lions' Dan Campbell says penalty for back-to-back timeouts vs. Bears was a result of 'miscommunication'

The mistake proved costly in Detroit's 16-14 loss to Chicago on Thanksgiving.

Jacob Camenker

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Bears' narrow win over Lions lives down to expectations

It was a total comedy of errors on Thanksgiving day.

Joe Rivera

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D'Andre Swift update: Lions RB suffers injury vs. Bears

The running back would exit the game in the second and not return.

Joe Rivera

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What channel is Lions vs. Bears on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 NFL Thanksgiving game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Lions vs. Bears game on Thursday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full NFL Thanksgiving football schedule.

Joe Rivera

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NFL teams that always play on Thanksgiving

The Lions and Cowboys always play games on Thanksgiving, but why is that?

Madison Williams

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Where is Calvin Johnson now? What the Lions legend is doing after his early 2015 retirement

Calvin Johnson has led an interesting post-football life so far.

Jacob Camenker

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Why isn't Justin Fields playing?

Here's what you need to know about Justin Fields' injury status. Andy Dalton will step in as the Bears quarterback for their Thanksgiving game against the Lions.

Madison Williams

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Why did the Lions trade Matthew Stafford? Revisiting the blockbuster deal with Rams

Take a look back at the trade that sent Stafford out of Detroit and out west to Los Angeles.

Edward Sutelan

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NFL odds, lines, point spreads: Updated Thanksgiving betting info for picking every 2021 game

Every team playing on Thanksgiving lost in Week 11. What does that mean for the betting odds, spreads and moneyline bets for Thanksgiving Day? Here's a full betting guide and best bets for the game.

Jacob Camenker

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NFL Thanksgiving picks, predictions against spread: Cowboys roast Raiders; Bills stop Saints; Bears find a win

In our NFL picks and predictions against the spread for Thanksgiving 2021, the playoff-minded Cowboys and Bills get back on track with convincing wins while the Bears take advantage of a plum matchup.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Thanksgiving picks: Cowboys, Bills get back on track

In our picks and predictions for the NFL's 2021 Thanksgiving games, Andy Dalton leads the Bears to victory over the hapless Lions while the Cowboys and Bills recover from Week 11 losses.

Bill Bender

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Lions vs. Bears odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL Thanksgiving game

Here's everything to know about betting on Lions vs. Bears in Week 12, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the 2021 NFL Thanksgiving game.

Vinnie Iyer

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Thanksgiving football schedule 2021: What NFL games are on today? TV channels, times, scores

Here's everything you need to know about the three NFL Thanksgiving games for 2021, including start times and TV channels.

Jacob Camenker

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What NFL games are on Thanksgiving in 2021? TV schedule, times, channels for all three games

Thanksgiving Day will feature three games in 2021. As always, the Lions and Cowboys will be in action.

Jacob Camenker

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Who is performing during Cowboys, Lions games in 2021?

Here's what you need to know about the halftime performances during the Thanksgiving games in 2021.

Madison Williams

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Thanksgiving FanDuel Picks

Thursday's three-game DFS slate provides plenty of interesting daily fantasy options from the Bears, Lions, Cowboys, Raiders, Saints, and Bills. Check out our FanDuel lineup picks and bring home some daily fantasy cash to go along with your Thanksgiving feast.

Craig Williams

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Thanksgiving DraftKings Picks

Thursday's three-game DFS slate provides plenty of interesting daily fantasy options from the Bears, Lions, Cowboys, Raiders, Saints, and Bills. Check out our DraftKings lineup picks and bring home some daily fantasy cash to go along with your Thanksgiving feast.

Craig Williams

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 12 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 12 of the 2021 NFL season, the Packers get back on track against the reeling Rams, the Patriots make their case in the AFC and the 49ers and Bengals keep winning.

Vinnie Iyer

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 12 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 12 of the 2021 NFL season, the Packers get back on track against the reeling Rams, the Patriots make their case in the AFC and the 49ers and Bengals keep winning.

Vinnie Iyer

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Matt Nagy denies report that he'll be fired after Thanksgiving: 'That is not accurate'

Although Bears fans may want coach Matt Nagy out of Chicago immediately following Thanksgiving, he may end up sticking around.

Dani Mohr

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Browns' Baker Mayfield on being booed by fans: 'Don't really care'

Cleveland survived a close game with the winless Lions on Sunday that caused unrest at FirstEnergy Stadium among the spectators.

Edward Sutelan

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NFL power rankings, Week 12

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 12 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 12

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 12 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Browns' Baker Mayfield dodges media after rough performance; wife defends his 'toughness'

Emily Mayfield's since-deleted post on Instagram appeared to take a dig at other Browns' players, calling into question their toughness.

Edward Sutelan

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Lions given penalty after lineman 'said something about someone's mother,' coach says

Dan Campbell told reporters that offensive lineman Jonah Jackson had some choice words for the Browns between the third and fourth quarters.

Edward Sutelan

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Who is Tim Boyle? Meet the Lions backup QB

Will Boyle rise to the challenge? Or will the Lions remain winless with him leading the way?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bill Bender's Week 11 NFL picks straight up

In our picks and predictions straight up for Week 11 of the NFL season, the AFC playoff picture becomes a little less muddled. The Chargers, Bengals and Bills pick up victories that will matter later.

Bill Bender

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 11 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 11 of the 2021 NFL season, Kansas City handles Dallas at home in a shootout between Patrick Mahomes and Dak Prescott, while Tampa Bay and Cleveland rebound big-time against lowly opponents.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 11

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 11 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 11 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 11 of the 2021 NFL season, Kansas City handles Dallas at home in a shootout between Patrick Mahomes and Dak Prescott, while Tampa Bay and Cleveland rebound big-time against lowly opponents.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 11

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 11 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Steelers rookie Najee Harris didn't know NFL games could end in ties

The first tie of the 2021 season came on Sunday after the Lions and Steelers finished 16-16. Steelers rookie Najee Harris thought there was still more game to play.

Madison Williams

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0-16-1? Lions blow first win on kicker's missed field goal, extra point in tie with Steelers

Kicker Ryan Santoso had an opportunity to win the game for the Lions. He couldn't quite get the job done.

Jacob Camenker

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T.J. Watt injury update: Steelers linebacker questionable to return with hip issue

The Steelers linebacker's knee appeared to collide with a teammates, though he has officially been diagnosed with a hip injury.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why isn't Roethlisberger playing in Week 10 vs. Lions?

Roethlisberger was a late scratch for Pittsburgh. He was ruled out Saturday night.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Steelers vs. Lions on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 10 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Steelers vs. Lions game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 10 NFL schedule.

Kevin Skiver

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Bill Bender's Week 10 NFL picks straight up

In our picks and predictions straight up for Week 10 of the 2021 NFL season, the Saints bounce back against the Titans and the Browns pull off an upset in New England.

Bill Bender

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Ben Roethlisberger tests positive for COVID-19

The Steelers will be without their veteran starter as they prepare to face the hapless Lions.

Edward Sutelan

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 10 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 10 of the 2021 NFL season, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs return to form on a big stage, the Packer win big and the Cowboys and Bills enjoy get-well games.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 10

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 10 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bill Bender's Week 9 NFL picks straight up

In our picks and predictions straight up for Week 9 of the 2021 NFL season, the Cardinals start a losing streak while the Rams and Bengals take advantage of their injury-ridden foes.

Bill Bender

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NFL power rankings, Week 9

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 9 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 9

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 9 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Sporting News' latest 2022 NFL mock draft

Sporting News' fourth mock of the 2022 NFL Draft covers the entire first round with five of the top 13 picks belonging to the Eagles and Jets after Liberty QB Malik Willis goes No. 1 overall to the Lions.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bill Bender's Week 8 NFL picks straight up

Week 8 features large spreads, but there are a few potential upsets on the schedule. Here are Sporting News' Week 8 picks straight up.

Bill Bender

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How brothers Equanimeous, Amon-Ra St. Brown reached the NFL from bodybuilding family

The St. Brown brothers are good receivers. How did they get to the NFL? With a little help from their father, who won Mr. Universe twice in the early 1980s.

Jacob Camenker

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 8 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions for Week 8 of the 2021 NFL season, the Steelers get a critical win to keep pace in the AFC North while the 49ers, Chiefs and Bills all bounce back from tough losses.

Vinnie Iyer

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 8 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions for Week 8 of the 2021 NFL season, the Steelers get a critical win to keep pace in the AFC North while the 49ers, Chiefs and Bills all bounce back from tough losses.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 8

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 8 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Jared Goff-Sean McVay relationship: How impatience with QB led to trade from Rams

The partnership between quarterback and head coach soured in the fourth season of the partnership between the two sides.

Joe Rivera

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The day Chuck Hughes died

On Oct. 24, 1971, Lions split end Chuck Hughes collapsed and died in a game against the Bears. To this day, he is the only on-field fatality in NFL history.

Bob Hille

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Bill Bender's Week 7 NFL picks straight up

Week 7 features large spreads, but there are a few potential upsets on the schedule. Here are Sporting News' Week 7 picks straight up.

Bill Bender

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Memorial to Chuck Hughes

The week after Chuck Hughes died on the field in 1971, TSN's NFC Central columnist offered a heartfelt tribute.

Jerry Green

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TSN Archives: Death Visits Gridiron

The Chicago Bears beat the Detroit Lions, 28-23. But nobody cared.

The Sporting News

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TSN Archives: Tragedy on the Gridiron

Columnist Joe Falls was at Tiger Stadium the day Lions wide receiver Chuck Hughes died. This is what he wrote for The Sporting News in 1971.

Joe Falls

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Iyer: The best trade deadline move for every team

While the NFL trade deadline is usually quiet, here's a suggested move for all 32 teams.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 7

Our NFL power rankings are updated with the biggest risers and fallers entering Week 7 of the 2021 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Will the Lions bench Jared Goff?

Goff had another bad game, and Dan Campbell sounds like his patience with Goff is wearing thin.

Joe Rivera

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 6 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions for Week 6 of the 2021 NFL season, the Cowboys keep the Patriots in check while the Packers, Ravens and Bills keep their win streaks going.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bill Bender's Week 6 NFL picks straight up

In our picks and predictions for Week 6 of the 2021 NFL season, Baker Mayfield leads the Browns to a home victory against the Cardinals and the Chargers keep rolling with Justin Herbert.

Bill Bender

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NFL QB power rankings 1-32

In our updated ranking of all 32 NFL starting quarterbacks, a suddenly turnover-prone Patrick Mahomes faces a big challenge to evolve his game while Lamar Jackson, Dak Prescott and Justin Herbert pass him by.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 5

Our NFL power rankings are updated with the biggest risers and fallers entering Week 6 of the 2021 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Behind the Cousins-Zimmer sideline exchange after win

The Vikings grabbed a 19-17 win over the Lions at the buzzer, and the quarterback and head coach shared a bizarre celebration.

Joe Rivera

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Campbell breaks down discussing Lions' loss to Vikings

The Lions coach was emotional discussing his team's second loss as the result of a last-second field goal.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bill Bender's Week 5 NFL picks straight up

In our picks and predictions for Week 4 of the 2021 NFL season, Kyler Murray continues his MVP campaign, the Steelers stop their skid and the Browns win another big road game.

Bill Bender

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Vinnie Iyer's Week 5 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions for Week 5 of the 2021 NFL season, the Chiefs edge the Bills on "Sunday Night Football" while the Seahawks, Packers and Cowboys stay hot.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 5

Our NFL power rankings are updated with the biggest risers and fallers entering Week 5 of the 2021 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bears coach Matt Nagy gives up play-calling vs. Lions but insists 'everything goes through me'

Chicago's offense had its best game of the season in Week 4 against the Lions.

Jake Aferiat

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Montgomery out with knee injury

The former 1,000 yard rusher left the game in the second half of the Bears' Week 4 game against the Lions.

Jake Aferiat

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What channel is Bears vs. Lions on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 4 game

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

Dani Mohr

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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

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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

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Bill Bender's Week 4 NFL picks straight up

In our picks and predictions for Week 4 of the 2021 NFL season, the Rams outlast the Cardinals and the Raiders beat the Chargers in classic NFC West and AFC West showdowns.

Bill Bender

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Which QB is starting for the Bears? Justin Fields gets the start over Andy Dalton

Matt Nagy continues to keep his quarterback plans close to the vest.

Jacob Camenker

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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

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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

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Would Bears’ Matt Nagy really start Nick Foles over Justin Fields vs. Lions in Week 4?

Matt Nagy won't rule out any quarterbacks from starting in Week 4, but only one is fully healthy.

Jacob Camenker

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Grading the NFL's rookie QBs in Week 3

It was another rough week for rookie NFL quarterbacks with Mac Jones and Trevor Lawrence both tossing ugly pick-sixes and Justin Fields under fire behind an awful Bears supporting cast.

Joe Rivera

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Inside Justin Tucker's record-breaking field goal

Justin Tucker pulled an unorthodox move on his last-second field goal against the Lions. Here's how the Ravens' kicker was able to set the NFL record for the longest kick.

Jacob Camenker

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Longest field goal in NFL history: Ravens' Justin Tucker crushes Lions upset bid in final seconds

The Ravens walked off with a win — and a record — thanks to Tucker.

Edward Sutelan

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Officials miss delay of game before Tucker's game-winner

As it stood, Tucker is now the record-holder for longest field goal in NFL history. But it never should have happened.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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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

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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

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Packers' Aaron Jones loses chain containing father's ashes at Lambeau Field during 4-touchdown performance

Jones had an incredible tribute to his late father with a four-touchdown performance in his return to Lambeau Field.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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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

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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

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Rodgers happy Packers silenced 'trolls' in win over Lions

Aaron Rodgers and the Packers offense bounced back against the Lions. The quarterback took a small victory lap over his doubters following the game.

Jacob Camenker

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Grading the NFL's rookie QBs in Week 2

Zach Wilson was taken to school by Professor Belichick in Week 2 while counterpart Mac Jones led the Patriots to an easy win. Trevor Lawrence didn't look much better. Justin Fields replaced injured Andy Dalton. Oh, Davis Mills made his debut, too.

Joe Rivera

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McAfee steals the show on Manning 'MNF' broadcast

The former teammate of Peyton Manning's provided a boost of excitement to a lopsided game.

Jake Aferiat

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Packers move to 1-1 with 'MNF' rout of Lions

Sporting News tracked scoring updates and highlights from Packers vs. Lions on "Monday Night Football."

Jake Aferiat

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D'Andre Swift Injury Update

Is D'Andre Swift playing on Monday night for the Lions against the Packers? We have the latest injury updates ahead of the Monday Night Football official active/inactive report and your last start 'em, sit 'em decision of Week 2.

Matt Lutovsky

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Week 2 MNF DraftKings Picks

The Lions and Packers could close out Week 2 on Monday Night Football with a lot of points. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.

Craig Williams

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Week 2 MNF FanDuel Picks

The Lions and Packers are set to close out Week 2 on Monday Night Football. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Craig Williams

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Who plays on 'Monday Night Football' tonight? Time, TV channel, schedule for NFL Week 2 game

"Monday Night Football" got a great matchup in Week 1. Here's everything you need to know about the two teams playing in Week 2 and how to watch the game.

Jacob Camenker

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What channel is Packers vs. Lions on today? Schedule, time for 'Monday Night Football' in Week 2

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Packers vs. Lions game on "Monday Night Football," including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 2 NFL schedule.

Edward Sutelan

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What time is the NFL game tonight? TV schedule, channel for Packers vs. Lions in Week 2

"Monday Night Football" got a great matchup in Week 1. Here's everything you need to know about the two teams playing in Week 2 and how to watch the game.

Jacob Camenker

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When could Jordan Love start for Packers? Most likely options if Aaron Rodgers' struggles continue

Aaron Rodgers struggled to start the 2021 NFL season after an offseason full of drama. If the Packers keep having issues with their franchise QB, would they turn to Jordan Love?

Jacob Camenker

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Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love: Packers QBs explain 'friendship' despite draft drama

Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love have been teammates for almost a year and a half. What is their relationship like after the offseason drama that surrounded Rodgers?

Jacob Camenker

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Finley details when Packers should consider replacing Rodgers

Jermichael Finley thinks that the Packers should consider starting Jordan Love over Aaron Rodgers if the veteran quarterback continues to struggle.

Jacob Camenker

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Packers vs. Lions odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL 'Monday Night Football'

Here's everything to know about betting on Packers vs. Lions in Week 2, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for "Monday Night Football."

Vinnie Iyer

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The best of Dan Campbell's quotes as Lions head coach, from kneecaps to turds

The rookie head coach already acts like a veteran on the microphone and has delivered haymaker after haymaker of delicious quotes.

Joe Rivera

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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

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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

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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

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Grading the NFL's rookie QB debuts in Week 1

Jacksonville's Trevor Lawrence, New York's Zach Wilson and New England's Mac Jones all made their first NFL starts with varying degrees of success, and San Francisco's Trey Lance got into the mix, as well.

Joe Rivera

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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

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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

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Raheem Mostert injury update: 49ers running back exits vs. Lions with knee injury

Raheem Mostert has suffered a knee injury against the Lions. Here are the latest updates on his condition.

Jacob Camenker

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49ers bettors suffer awful bad beat as Lions overcome 28-point deficit for backdoor cover

The 49ers once had a 28-point second half lead against the Lions but couldn't cover an 8.5-point spread.

Jacob Camenker

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Why isn't Trey Sermon playing for 49ers? Week 1 healthy scratch surprises fantasy owners

Trey Sermon is surprisingly inactive for the 49ers in Week 1 against the Lions. Why is that the case? Sporting News breaks it down.

Jacob Camenker

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What channel is 49ers vs. Lions on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 1 NFL game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch 49ers vs. Lions on Sunday afternoon, including kickoff time and TV channels for the Week 1 matchup.

Jake Aferiat

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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

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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

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Best season-long NFL player props to target include Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady and Derrick Henry

Which prop bets can you trust ahead of the 2021 NFL season? The Sporting News and Sports Interaction has you covered with six good-looking wagers.

Jacob Camenker

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Cam Newton, Michael Jordan lead Notable NFL cuts

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

Vinnie Iyer

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Dan Campbell downplays Lions' decision to not include kicker on initial 53-man roster

Neither Randy Bullock nor Zane Gonzalez made the Lions' initial 53-man roster. In fact, no kicker did.

Jacob Camenker

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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

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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

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Jake Fromm returns to field, leads game-winning drive for Bills

Jake Fromm served as a "quarantine quarterback" for the Bills last year and never saw the field. In his first preseason action, he led the Bills to victory.

Jacob Camenker

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Bills' Devin Singletary takes advantage of Zack Moss' absence in strong preseason Week 1 effort

Devin Singletary didn't waste his big opportunity during the Bills' first game of the preseason.

Jacob Camenker

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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

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Dan Campbell offers uplifting compliment on Lions roster: 'There's no turds here'

The Lions' head coach has a unique way of offering perspective.

Joe Rivera

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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

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Calvin Johnson says in Hall of Fame speech he played most of career with back injury: 'The pain never left'

Calvin Johnson was honest about the pain he played with during his nine-year NFL career.

Jacob Camenker

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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

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Dan Campbell to Lions players: 'I'm not gonna wipe your butt'

Well, that's a relief.

Joe Rivera

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Lions' Dan Campbell has an odd, dangerous request for organization: a pet lion

It doesn't sound like he's joking.

Joe Rivera

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NFL Thanksgiving football schedule 2021: NFL releases holiday games, opponents for Cowboys & Lions

The 2021 NFL schedule has arrived and with it are three Thanksgiving games. Which teams are playing against the Cowboys and Lions in 2021? Sporting News has the answer.

Jacob Camenker

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Lions 2021 schedule, final record prediction

The Lions open a new chapter with Dan Campbell and Jared Goff. The schedule, however, won't be easy in 2021.

Bill Bender

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Frank Ragnow gets emotional, teary discussing parents

Frank Ragnow said two of his biggest goals were to make it to the NFL and take care of his parents. Goals accomplished, Frank.

Joe Rivera

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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

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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

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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

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Lions draft picks 2021: Who did Detroit take? Full list of NFL Draft selections

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

Jacob Camenker

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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

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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

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Bengals pass on Sewell, Lions take advantage; will Cincinnati regret it?

The Bengals passed on Oregon tackle Penei Sewell, and the Lions scooped him up two picks later in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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DeVonta Smith mock draft: Eagles, Lions among best 2021 NFL Draft fits for Alabama WR

DeVonta Smith isn't certain to go ahead of LSU's Ja'Marr Chase and/or former Alabama teammate Jaylen Waddle, but he's definitely an elite wideout prospect worthy of being taken in the top 10 overall. Here are the best 2021 NFL Draft fits for the Alabama wide receiver.

Vinnie Iyer

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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

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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

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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

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Lions' Dan Campbell defines what a 'true alpha' is, continues tradition of tremendous coach quotes

Instagram bodybuilders and Twitter tough guys everywhere are feeling empowered this morning.

Joe Rivera

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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

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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

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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

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Jared Goff felt Rams were 'wrong place,' was ready to be traded: 'The feeling's mutual'

The quarterback who was traded for Lions QB Matthew Stafford was ready to get the heck out of Los Angeles.

Joe Rivera

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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

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Here's what the Lions could've received for Matthew Stafford instead of Jared Goff

According to several reports, there were many teams in the running for Matthew Stafford, with as many as six teams offering a trade for him.

Joe Rivera

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Stafford-Goff trade grades: How do Lions, Rams fare after the pact?

A pair of NFC squads swapped QBs in a blockbuster deal on Saturday night. But how do the Lions and Rams fare after the pact?

Vinnie Iyer

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Rams 'made a run' at Aaron Rodgers before Matthew Stafford trade, per report

The price for Deshaun Watson was also too rich for the Rams, according to the same report.

Joe Rivera

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Matthew Stafford would have accepted a trade anywhere but to the Patriots, per report

Stafford, who will head west in a blockbuster deal with the Rams, wanted nothing to do with the Patriots.

Joe Rivera

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Report: Stafford, Goff trading places

Detroit and LA reportedly agree to swap starting quarterbacks.

Tom Gatto

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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

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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

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Matthew Stafford trade rumors, possible destinations: Colts, Patriots, Steelers & more

Stafford told the Lions he wants to be dealt, and Detroit will reportedly let him leave.

Dan Bernstein

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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

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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

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DeVonta Smith's NFL Draft fits: Dolphins, Eagles among best landing spots for Alabama wide receiver

After Smith helped the Crimson Tide roll with 12 catches for 215 yards and three touchdowns, all in the first half of the College Football Playoff championship game, there's a solid chance of him going in the top five.

Vinnie Iyer

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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