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Lamar Jackson injury update

Is Lamar Jackson playing in Week 16 for the Ravens against the Bengals? We have the latest injury updates ahead of the official active/inactive report and one of your most important start 'em, sit 'em decisions in the fantasy playoffs.

Jackson Sparks

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Burrow explains why Bengals have avoided COVID

Joe Burrow gave the city of Cincinnati a big-time backhanded compliment on Wednesday.

Jacob Camenker

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NFL power rankings, Week 16

Our NFL power rankings are updated entering Week 16 of the 2021 regular season. Check out the biggest risers and fallers.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff picture: How Bengals, Browns, Ravens or Steelers can win crowded AFC North

The AFC North is anyone's division with three weeks to go in the 2021 NFL season. Here's the latest standings breakdown for the Bengals, Browns, Ravens or Steelers after Week 15.

Vinnie Iyer

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Teddy Bridgewater injury update: Broncos released from hospital after suffering concussion vs. Bengals

Teddy Bridgewater suffered a serious-looking injury as his head hit the ground at the end of a run.

Jacob Camenker

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Broncos, Bengals appear to exchange fumbles in bizarre play

The call on the field was eventually overturned and the Bengals retained possession after recovering a Drew Lock fumble.

Edward Sutelan

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Bill Bender's Week 15 NFL picks straight up

In our NFL Week 15 picks and predictions, the Patriots win on the road at Indianapolis and the Titans put the Steelers on the brink of falling out of the AFC playoff race.

Bill Bender

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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 Week 15 schedule changes: Updated game dates, start times as teams deal with COVID-19 outbreaks

The NFL announced Friday afternoon that three Week 15 games have been rescheduled because of COVID-19 outbreaks.

Jordan Greer

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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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NFL playoff picture: How Lamar Jackson's injury, Ravens loss vs. Browns impact AFC North race

Here's an updated look at the AFC North's playoff standings with the Ravens, Browns, Steelers and Bengals in a gridlock heading into Week 15.

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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What channel is 49ers vs. Bengals on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 14 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the 49ers vs. Bengals game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 14 NFL schedule.

Kevin Skiver

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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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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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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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Joe Burrow injury update: Bengals QB suffers gruesome-looking finger injury vs. Chargers

Joe Burrow didn't miss any time in the first half because of the injury, but it didn't look pretty.

Jacob Camenker

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What channel is Chargers vs. Bengals on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 13 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Chargers vs. Bengals game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 13 NFL schedule.

Kevin Skiver

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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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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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How Steelers suffered rare season sweep loss vs. Bengals

The Week 12 loss was one of the largest by Pittsburgh in the history of the rivalry.

Edward Sutelan

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Steelers' T.J. Watt throws Joe Burrow to the ground in first half of Bengals' blowout

Watt wrestled Burrow after the Bengals quarterback threw an interception to Minkah Fitzpatrick.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Steelers vs. Bengals on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 12 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Steelers vs. Bengals game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 12 NFL schedule.

Kevin Skiver

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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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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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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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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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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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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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NFL standings: Which of the AFC's five-win teams will make the 2021 playoffs?

Nine five-win teams have created a log-jam in the AFC's playoff standings after a wild Week 9. Here's a breakdown the postseason chances for the Chiefs, Raiders, Bills, Chargers, Bengals, Browns, Patriots, Steelers and Broncos.

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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Baker Mayfield wishes 'good friend' Odell Beckham Jr. well after Browns beat Bengals without WR

The Browns won big without Odell Beckham Jr., but quarterback Baker Mayfield took the high road with his postgame comments about the receiver.

Jacob Camenker

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What channel is Browns vs. Bengals on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 9 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Browns vs. Bengals game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 9 NFL schedule.

Kevin Skiver

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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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Vinnie Iyer's Week 9 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 9 of the 2021 NFL season, the Chiefs win their anticipated game against the Packers while the Steelers, Cowboys and Patriots cruise.

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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Bengals' Mike Hilton whistled for questionable penalty that proves decisive in loss vs. Jets

The penalty on the Bengals appeared to be a bad call.

Jacob Camenker

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NFL catch rule spoils Keelan Cole's Catch of the Year candidate in Jets vs. Bengals

Keelan Cole made the catch of the year on Sunday against the Bengals — except wasn't actually a catch.

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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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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Mike White will take over at QB for Jets after Zach Wilson injury

Mike White will get his first NFL start with the Jets for their Week 8 matchup against the Bengals on Sunday. Here's everything you need to know about the Jets' starter.

Dani Mohr

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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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What big losses by Chiefs, Ravens do to AFC playoff picture

The race for the top seed in the AFC playoff race was turned upside down in one Sunday afternoon.

Vinnie Iyer

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Ravens' radio broadcast team interrupted by fan climbing into booth looking for drink

Ravens fans listening to the game on Sunday got a surprising call from the team's radio duo.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Bengals vs. Ravens on today?

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Bengals vs. Ravens game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 7 NFL schedule.

Madison Williams

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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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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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Aaron Rodgers tells Joe Burrow to slide more

Rodgers shared the advice he gave to the Bengals quarterback following Sunday's game.

Madison Williams

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How long could Bengals' QB Joe Burrow be out? Throat contusion injury explained

Burrow was sent to the hospital with an uncommon injury following Sunday's overtime loss to the Packers.

Edward Sutelan

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Joe Burrow injury update: Bengals QB taken to hospital with throat contusion after loss to Packers

Joe Burrow is hurting after the Bengals' loss to the Packers.

Jacob Camenker

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How Mason Crosby convinced Matt LaFleur to go for Packers' game-winning FG after three misses

It boiled down to a conversation LaFleur had with Crosby on the sideline.

Jacob Camenker

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Mason Crosby, Packers win missed FG-fest on fourth try after Evan McPherson's premature celebration

The longtime Packers kicker had made 27 consecutive field-goal attempts before his uncharacteristic three misses Sunday. He and Bengals kicker Evan McPherson combined for five missed field goals and a missed extra point.

Jacob Camenker

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Bengals' Joe Burrow returns from injury scare to throw TD after hard hit vs. Packers

The Bengals quarterback was dazed from a collision with Darnell Savage and De'Vondre Campbell but seemingly avoided injury.

Joe Rivera

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What channel is Packers vs. Bengals on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 5 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Packers vs. 49ers game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 5 NFL schedule.

Jake Aferiat

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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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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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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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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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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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Bengals come back, keep Jaguars winless

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Bengals vs. Jaguars on "Thursday Night Football." Follow for complete results from the NFL's Week 4 game.

Madison Williams

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DJ Chark injury update: Jaguars' WR likely out for the season after ankle injury vs. Bengals

The fourth-year wideout was hurt on the third play of the game.

Jake Aferiat

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Week 4 TNF Start 'em, Sit 'em

Get your fantasy football week started off right with our start 'em, sit 'em lineup advice for Jaguars-Bengals on Week 4 ''Thursday Night Football."

Vinnie Iyer

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Week 4 TNF DraftKings Picks

The Jaguars-Bengals kick off Week 4 action 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.

Craig Williams

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Week 4 TNF FanDuel Picks

The Bengals are big favorites over the Jaguars for Week 4's Thursday Night Football showdown. 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 'Thursday Night Football' tonight? Time, TV channel, schedule for NFL Week 4

This week, "Thursday Night Football" features a couple of young quarterbacks who met before in college. Here's what to know about the first game of NFL Week 4.

Jacob Camenker

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Bengals vs. Jaguars odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL 'Thursday Night Football'

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

Vinnie Iyer

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What time is the NFL game tonight? TV schedule, channel for Bengals vs. Jaguars in Week 4

What time in "Thursday Night Football" on tonight? Here is everything you need to know about how to watch the first game of Week 4.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Bengals vs. Jaguars on today? Schedule, time for NFL 'Thursday Night Football' in Week 4

Here's all the information you need to watch Joe Burrow and the Bengals face off against Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars on "Thursday Night Football."

Edward Sutelan

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Joe Burrow vs. Trevor Lawrence: Inside the NFL rematch of 2019 CFP national championship

The two quarterbacks face off for the first time in the NFL since they were each selected with first overall picks.

Edward Sutelan

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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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Mike Tomlin says Tyler Boyd is 'entitled to his opinion'

After Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd's comments about the Steelers giving up during Sunday's matchup, Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin said he doesn't care about Boyd's opinion.

Madison Williams

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Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger blames self for loss to Bengals: 'Not going to point fingers at anybody else'

The Steelers didn't have a good game against the Bengals. Their longtime quarterback tried to take the brunt of the blame for that.

Jacob Camenker

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What channel is Steelers vs. Bengals on today?

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

Trevor Booth

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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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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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Ben Roethlisberger nursing chest injury

Mike Tomlin didn't seem sure if Ben Roethlisberger would be healthy enough to play in Week 3 against the Bengals.

Jacob Camenker

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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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These three plays defined Justin Fields' inconsistent first look as Bears QB vs. Bengals

Justin Fields had an up-and-down performance replacing an injured Andy Dalton against the Bengals in Week 2. There were moments of brilliance but also painful mistakes.

Jacob Camenker

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Andy Dalton injury update: Justin Fields takes over after Bears starter suffers non-contact injury

The three-time Pro-Bowler is in his first season in Chicago.

Jake Aferiat

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Why did Andy Dalton leave the Bengals? QB bounces from Cowboys to Bears after 2020 release

This will be Dalton's second time facing off against the team with which he spent the first nine years of his career.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Bears vs. Bengals on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 2 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Bears vs. Bengals game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 2 NFL schedule.

Edward Sutelan

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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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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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Why Bengals' Tee Higgins plans to change his number after the 2021 NFL season

Tee Higgins is tired of being compared to Chad Ochocinco.

Jacob Camenker

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NFL coaching hot seat check: Joe Judge's seat warming, Matt Nagy's hottest after Week 1

Judge likely won't go anywhere this year, while Matt Nagy could be on his way out at some point in 2021.

Joe Rivera

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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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Ja'Marr Chase quiets doubters with strong Bengals debut: 'I thought he was dropping everything?'

Joe Burrow and Tee Higgins came to the defense of Ja'Marr Chase after he answered questions about his preseason drop issues in an excellent debut with Cincinnati.

Jacob Camenker

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Did Dalvin Cook fumble? Review may have robbed Minnesota

It was one of two very bad reviews in the game for Minnesota.

Joe Rivera

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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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Bill Bender's Week 1 NFL picks straight up

In our 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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Bengals' rookie receiver Ja'Marr Chase provides insight into dropped passes, adjustments from college to NFL

The problem, Chase said, hasn't been that the ball is being thrown his way or with who's throwing it, but rather with the ball itself.

Jake Aferiat

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Did Joe Burrow play on Sunday? How Bengals QB fared in preseason debut, return from injury

Joe Burrow barely played in his NFL preseason debut, but he accomplished Zac Taylor's No. 1 goal in the contest.

Jacob Camenker

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How concerning have Ja'Marr Chase's drops been this preseason?

Ja'Marr Chase had three drops against the Washington Football Team on Friday and two more in the Bengals' Sunday practice. How much of a concern are those dropped passes?

Trevor Booth

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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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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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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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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

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Is Aaron Rodgers' holdout like Carson Palmer's in 2011?

Aaron Rodgers' holdout could take a few more turns, and it's worth comparing to the time Carson Palmer forced his way out of Cincinnati.

Bill Bender

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Why Chad Johnson changed his name back, explained: 'Ochocinco is still in me'

Why did Chad Johnson change his name to Chad Ochocinco during his NFL days? The reasons are actually very simple.

Jacob Camenker

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Watch Joe Burrow, 'the leader of the team,' throw at Bengals OTAs months after severe knee injury

Joe Burrow was back on the field and throwing at Bengals OTAs on Tuesday, five months removed from major knee surgery.

Jacob Camenker

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Joe Burrow injury update: Bengals QB 'all systems go' for Week 1 after knee surgery

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow should be ready to start the 2021 NFL season despite suffering a severe knee injury late in his rookie campaign.

Jacob Camenker

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Justin Jefferson backs Joe Burrow over Kirk Cousins — kind of

Jefferson has caught passes from both quarterbacks, but it sounds as if Burrow has the edge.

Joe Rivera

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Bengals schedule 2021: Dates & times for all 17 games, final record prediction

The Cincinnati Bengals are hoping for more success under second-year quarterback Joe Burrow. It will be tough with a brutal 2021 schedule.

Bill Bender

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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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Bengals draft picks 2021: Who did Cincinnati take? Full list of NFL Draft selections

Here is a complete list of Cincinnati Bengals 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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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

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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 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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Twitter trolls Ochocinco for 2.2 GPA

Johnson posted a text conversation with his daughter in which he mentioned his high school GPA — something Twitter found quite humorous.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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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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Bengals first-round pick

The Bengals are one of the few teams that don't need a quarterback at the top of the 2021 NFL Draft. They're perfectly positioned to nab the top non-QB, but that makes for a difficult decision.

Bill Bender

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Bengals' new uniforms provide upgrade with simple, single welcome changes

Cincinnati is proving that maybe tigers can change their stripes after all.

Joe Rivera

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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 Pitts mock draft: Eagles, Cowboys, Dolphins top best 2021 NFL Draft fits for Florida TE

Kyle Pitts is arguably the most interesting prospect in the 2021 NFL Draft and could become the highest-drafted tight end in league history. Here are the best fits for the Florida playmaker.

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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Are these the new Bengals uniforms?

Nike has been up-and-down when it comes to redesigns, and the Bengals' uniforms, if legitimate, is more of the same.

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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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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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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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 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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Ravens playoff picture: How Baltimore can clinch AFC wild-card berth in Week 17

The Ravens can clinch an AFC wild card spot with a win in Week 17 against the Bengals. If Baltimore loses, the clinching scenarios get a lot trickier.

Billy Heyen

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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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Week 16 Bills-Patriots FanDuel Picks

The Bills are looking to sweep the Patriots in the season series for the first time in decades. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Jacob Camenker

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J.J. Watt has perfect rant about Texans fans deserving full effort by players in Week 17

J.J. Watt spoke passionately following the Texans' Week 16 loss to the Bengals, saying the NFL is important to fans even during Houston's "trash" season.

Billy Heyen

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Deshaun Watson injury update: Texans quarterback hurts arm on fluke play vs. Bengals

Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson suffered a brutal-looking right arm injury in Houston's Week 16 loss to the Bengals, but he returned to play one final drive after the injury.

Billy Heyen

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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

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

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

Dan Bernstein

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Derek Watt injury update: Brother J.J. Watt, Steelers fullback tweet positive news

Derek Watt took a scary blow to the head on "Monday Night Football," but both he and his brother J.J. tweeted updates that it's going to be OK after Derek was ruled out with a concussion.

Billy Heyen

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From undefeated to 11-3, Mike Tomlin admits Steelers are 'not a good football group right now'

Life is coming at the Steelers fast and Mike Tomlin will need to fix it before the playoffs.

Stats Perform News

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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

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Steelers-Bengals results: Turnovers plague Pittsburgh in third straight loss

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Steelers vs. Bengals on "Monday Night Football." Follow for complete results from the NFL Week 15 game.

Jacob Hancock

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Is James Conner playing on Monday night? Fantasy injury update for Steelers-Bengals (Updated)

Is James Conner playing on Monday night for the Steelers against the Bengals? We have the latest injury updates ahead of Monday's official active/inactive report and your final fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decision of Week 15.

Matt Lutovsky

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What time is the NFL game tonight? TV schedule, channel for Steelers vs. Bengals in Week 15

The kickoff time for tonight's game between the Steelers and Bengals is the traditional start time for all Monday night NFL games.

Joe Rivera

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Who plays on 'Monday Night Football' tonight? Time, TV channel, schedule for NFL Week 15

This week's Monday Night Football schedule features the Cincinnati Bengals hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers. Here is everything to know about how to watch Week 15's "Monday Night Football."

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Steelers vs. Bengals on today? Schedule, time for 'Monday Night Football' in Week 15

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Steelers vs. Bengals game on Monday night, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full "Monday Night Football" schedule.

Joe Rivera

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Why the Muppets are crashing ESPN's 'Monday Night Football' broadcast

The Muppets will be featured on Week 15's "Monday Night Football" broadcast on ESPN with it being dubbed "Muppet Night Football" and including Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy.

Billy Heyen

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Week 15 Bengals-Steelers FanDuel Picks

The Steelers are looking to snap a two-game losing streak against the Bengals. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Jacob Camenker

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Week 15 MNF DraftKings Picks

The Steelers and Bengals play in Week 15 on Monday Night Football. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Billy Heyen

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Monday Night Football Betting Preview: Odds, trends, picks for Steelers-Bengals

The experts at BetQL get you ready for Monday Night Football by breaking down the numbers you need to know to make the sharpest picks for the Steelers-Bengals.

Sloan Piva, BetQL

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How long is Joe Burrow out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Bengals quarterback

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow won't play until the 2021 season after suffering a brutal knee injury during his rookie season with Cincinnati.

Billy Heyen

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Do the Steelers play today? NFL schedule, start time for Week 15 game vs. Bengals

The Steelers don't play until Monday night in Week 15, a matchup on ESPN with AFC North rival Cincinnati. Pittsburgh travels to play the Bengals at 8:15 p.m. ET at Paul Brown Stadium.

Billy Heyen

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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

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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

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Cowboys vs. Bengals coverage map: Where can NFL fans watch the Week 14 game on TV?

The Dallas Cowboys and Cincinnati Bengals play at 1 p.m. ET in Week 14. Here's information on how to watch the game on your local Fox channel.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Cowboys vs. Bengals on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 14 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Cowboys vs. Bengals game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 14 NFL schedule.

Thomas Schlarp

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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

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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

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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

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Bengals' Shawn Williams may have intentionally stepped on Dolphins lineman

The Bengals and Dolphins got in a number of scuffles in Week 13, but the referees may have missed Shawn Williams' stomp on Dolphins lineman Solomon Kindley.

Billy Heyen

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Bengals-Dolphins brawl results in even more ejections in chippy game

A couple of ejections clearly weren't enough for the Bengals and Dolphins, who brawled shortly before the end of their game after a cheap hit on a punt.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bengals' Tyler Boyd, Dolphins' Xavien Howard ejected for throwing questionable 'punches'

Tyler Boyd and Xavien Howard got in a scuffle during Week 13 that led to ejections for the Bengals' top receiver and Dolphins' top cornerback.

Billy Heyen

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A penalty ruined this fun trick-play rushing touchdown by Dolphins punter

The Miami Dolphins called a punter run on fourth-and-goal, and it worked — but the refs called illegal formation to deny Matt Haack a rushing touchdown a year after he threw a touchdown.

Billy Heyen

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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

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Bengals QB Burrow undergoes surgery

Joe Burrow reportedly tore his left ACL and MCL in Cincinnati's loss to Washington on Nov. 22.

Stats Perform News

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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

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Daniel Jones injury update: Giants quarterback suffers hamstring injury vs. Bengals

The Giants listed Jones as questionable to return as backup Colt McCoy took over the offense.

Joe Rivera

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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

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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

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Joe Burrow injury update: Bengals QB faces long recovery as MRI confirms torn ACL, MCL

Joe Burrow was carted off during the Bengals' Week 11 game against the Washington Football Team with what looked like a serious left leg injury.

Billy Heyen

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Bengals need to protect future by giving Burrow more help

Joe Burrow provided excitement as he showed he is the Bengals' future. The team needs to invest in that future, starting with making upgrades to the offensive line.

Bill Bender

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