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Super Bowl 55: Brady makes it seven rings, Bucs earn second

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Super Bowl 55 between the Chiefs and Buccaneers. Below are complete results on the 2021 Super Bowl in Tampa, Fla.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Super Bowl halftime show reviews 2021: The best, worst reactions to The Weeknd

The Weeknd will be performing at the 2021 Super Bowl halftime show. We have live highlights during the performance.

Jordan Heck

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Robert Horry offers best congratulatory message for Tom Brady after Buccaneers' Super Bowl win

Oh yeah, Horry went full Spider-Man meme.

Jordan Greer

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LeSean McCoy wins second straight Super Bowl without playing in either game

Not a bad gig for Shady.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Best and worst Super Bowl 55 commercials

Not all commercials are created equal, and Super Bowl 55 reminded us of that once again.

Joe Rivera

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Super Bowl winners, losers: Brady, Gronk back on top

Tom Brady led the Buccaneers to another Super Bowl victory with the help of Rob Gronkowski.

Bill Bender

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Watch the Super Bowl 2021 halftime show with The Weeknd

Watch the entire Super Bowl 2021 halftime show performance by The Weeknd. We also include the tracklist from his set.

Jordan Heck

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Chiefs' Tyrann Mathieu deletes tweet after accusing Buccaneers' Tom Brady of saying 'something I won't repeat'

What did Tom Brady say to set off Tyrann Mathieu?

Jordan Greer

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Super Bowl odds 2022: Chiefs, Buccaneers could meet for rematch in Super Bowl 56

The defending AFC and NFC champions could meet in Super Bowl 56, if oddsmakers are to be believed.

Joe Rivera

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Rob Gronkowski still knows how to celebrate, dominate

Tampa’s lovable tight end shouts he’s “going to Disney World” with Tom Brady and crashes Mike Evans interview after "turning up" in his best game of the season and setting postseason records.

Matt Lutovsky

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Reddit ran a 5-second Super Bowl ad inspired by WallStreetBets you probably missed

Reddit couldn't afford a full Super Bowl advertisement, but the company bought a five-second spot to send a message.

Billy Heyen

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Kevin Harlan delivers hilarious call of Super Bowl 55 streaker: 'Pull up your pants!'

Kevin Harlan is an all-timer, which he proved again on Sunday with an epic call of the streaker who broke onto the field at Super Bowl 55.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Patrick Mahomes' mom blames refs for Super Bowl loss in tweet to Gisele Bundchen

The Chiefs could feel unlucky with penalties in Super Bowl 55, and Patrick Mahomes' mom let Gisele Bundchen hear about it.

Billy Heyen

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Tom Brady says he'll be back for more after 7th Super Bowl win: 'Better believe it'

Tom Brady told CBS sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson after Super Bowl 55 that he'd be back to play the 2021 season for the Buccaneers to try and defend his seventh title.

Billy Heyen

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Patriots congratulate Bucs' Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski for winning Super Bowl 55

New England doesn't forget what great things Brady and Gronk did for their franchise.

Joe Rivera

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Chiefs' Super Bowl aftermath: Road will be tougher as AFC improves

The Chiefs suffered their worst loss of the Patrick Mahomes era in Super Bowl 55. Now, they face the challenge of holding off the conference's other Super Bowl contenders in 2021.

Bill Bender

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Winfield's Super Bowl 55 revenge on Hill

Antoine Winfield Jr. rookie had been waiting since November to get payback on Tyreek Hill, who threw up the "deuces" sign while burning the Buccaneers rookie in Week 12.

Joe Rivera

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Cheetos Super Bowl commercial: Inside Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher's 'it wasn't me' ad

Cheetos broke out a key catch phrase for its Super Bowl commercial featuring Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher and Shaggy: "It wasn't me."

Billy Heyen

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State Farm Super Bowl commercial: Company's first big-game ad teases huge cameos

State Farm hasn't released its Super Bowl commercial ahead of time, but the company's first-ever advertisement for the big game has the potential for major cameos.

Billy Heyen

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Michael B. Jordan Super Bowl commercial: Inside the latest Amazon Alexa advertisement

Michael B. Jordan plays his newest role in Amazon's Super Bowl 55 commercial as the actor fills in for a dream-version of the Alexa device.

Billy Heyen

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John Travolta Super Bowl commercial: Inside the recreated 'Grease' dance for Miracle-Gro

John Travolta stars in a commercial for Scotts and Miracle-Gro during the Super Bowl that features a recreated version of a dance from the movie "Grease."

Billy Heyen

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Will Ferrell Super Bowl commercial: Inside General Motors' humorous Norway-bashing ad

Will Ferrell takes a few shots at Norway in General Motors' Super Bowl 55 commercial focused on the production of electric cars.

Billy Heyen

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Mahomes' run of sheer genius ends abruptly

Patrick Mahomes made it all look easy for three years. It is not easy, though, even for the most gifted and most determined athlete.

Mike DeCourcy

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Super Bowl 55 halftime show review

Some felt that the Weeknd's performance at Super Bowl 55 wasn't exactly what it should have been.

Joe Rivera

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How long was the Super Bowl national anthem in 2021? Eric Church, Jazmine Sullivan hit betting over

As many predicted, performing a duet for the Super Bowl national anthem sent Eric Church and Jazmine Sullivan over the betting line.

Billy Heyen

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Who won Super Bowl MVP in 2021? Tom Brady adds to trophy case with Bucs' championship

Tom Brady earned his seventh Super Bowl ring Sunday night in Tampa, throwing for three touchdowns to lead the Buccaneers past the Chiefs.

Billy Heyen

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Patrick Mahomes' diving near-TD pass was a microcosm of Chiefs' Super Bowl 55 loss

Patrick Mahomes nearly threw one of the craziest touchdown passes in Super Bowl history. Instead, his receiver failed to catch it, and the Chiefs were blown out in Super Bowl 55.

Billy Heyen

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Comment: Reid makes all-time blunder with timeout gamble

The Chiefs coach knew Tom Brady was on the other side of the field and still gave him extra seconds to move the ball.

Mike DeCourcy

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Andy Reid's timeouts, questionable pass interference burn Chiefs on big Buccaneers TD drive

The Bucs took a 21-6 lead into half because of a couple of questionable pass interference calls and the Chiefs' head coaches poor decision making.

Joe Rivera

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Chiefs' penalties negate INT; Brady makes KC pay

The Chiefs held on an interception and then went offside on a field-goal attempt. Tom Brady made them pay with a touchdown pass to Rob Gronkowski, his second of Super Bowl 55.

Billy Heyen

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How long is halftime at the Super Bowl? The Weeknd's show length & more to know

NFL players get into a routine for halftime during the season, but the Super Bowl halftime break is much longer and can require some adjustment.

Billy Heyen

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Who is The Weeknd? Super Bowl 55 halftime show performer's songs, lyrics & more to know

One of the world's most popular musical artists is set to perform this weeknd — sorry, weekend — at Super Bowl 55. Here's what you need to know about him.

Joe Rivera

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Who is in the Super Bowl halftime show? Stage details, full list of known performers for 2021

If past Super Bowl guest appearances are any indication, The Weeknd is almost assuredly going to be joined on-stage with a fellow artist, but who?

Joe Rivera

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Why is The Weeknd performing at Super Bowl 55? Explaining the NFL's 2021 halftime show decision

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

Billy Heyen

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Did The Weeknd get plastic surgery? Explaining Super Bowl halftime performer's new looks, photos

Before The Weeknd takes the Super Bowl stage, let's clear up the confusion.

Jordan Greer

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Awkward Vince Lombardi hologram before Super Bowl 55 prompts confusion on Twitter

The NFL played a hologram video of Vince Lombardi before the Super Bowl. It left much of Twitter confused about how to feel.

Billy Heyen

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Tyrann Mathieu's playmaking, turnover-forcing ways live up to 'Honey Badger' nickname

Tyrann Mathieu was dubbed the "Honey Badger" in college, and while he was lukewarm to the nickname at first, his play on the field continues to embrace the moniker.

Billy Heyen

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How a Chiefs trainer saved Patrick Mahomes, Super Bowl 55 from COVID-19 haircut disaster

The Chiefs lost a couple of players to COVID-19 contact tracing in the week leading up to Super Bowl 55, but it could've been so much worse for Kansas City.

Billy Heyen

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Antonio Brown injury update: Is the Buccaneers WR playing in Super Bowl 55?

Brown has been a difference-maker for the Buccaneers since making his Tampa Bay debut in Week 9, but will he be available for Super Bowl 55?

Jordan Greer

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CBS host James Brown calls out NFL owners over 'pitiful' hiring practices before Super Bowl

CBS pregame show host James Brown spoke before Super Bowl 55 about NFL owners' hiring practices, calling them "pitiful."

Billy Heyen

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What time does the Super Bowl halftime show start? When to expect The Weeknd on stage in 2021

The Super Bowl halftime show, which in 2021 features The Weeknd, is the highlight for many who watch the biggest NFL game of the year. Here's what you need to know about what time it'll start and who's performing.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is the Super Bowl on? Chiefs vs. Buccaneers time, TV schedule, streaming for 2021

The TV channel for Chiefs vs. Buccaneers in Super Bowl 55 will be easily accessible, and there are plenty of live streams and radio options to watch or listen to the game, as well.

Billy Heyen

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What time is Super Bowl 2021? Chiefs vs. Buccaneers kickoff time, TV channel for Super Bowl 55

Kickoff time for Super Bowl 55 between the Chiefs and Buccaneers is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET on CBS on Sunday. Here is all the TV and live stream info you need for the Super Bowl.

Billy Heyen

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How Byron Leftwich went from Jaguars' QB to Buccaneers' offensive coordinator

Byron Leftwich has turned into one of the best young play-callers in the NFL with the Buccaneers while reuniting with Bruce Arians on the Tampa Bay staff.

Billy Heyen

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Tom Brady, Bruce Arians overcame early rough patches to get Buccaneers to Super Bowl 55

Tom Brady and Bruce Arians had a different relationship than Brady ever had with Bill Belichick, but it ended in a familiar destination, the Super Bowl.

Billy Heyen

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Meet Tommy Townsend, the Chiefs punter with the best hair in Super Bowl 55

Tommy Townsend is the Chiefs punter, which means he isn't called upon a ton. But when he's on the field, Townsend's hair catches the eye.

Billy Heyen

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What happened to LeSean McCoy? Former star buried on Buccaneers' RB depth chart

LeSean McCoy was once one of the best running backs in football. These days, he's ridden the bench to the Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Billy Heyen

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Where is Rob Gronkowski? How Gronk's blocking, Cameron Brate's receiving give Bucs perfect TE combo

Tom Brady has often shown an affinity for utilizing his tight ends in a variety of ways. Rob Gronkowski and Cameron Brate have proven a strong combination with the Buccaneers.

Billy Heyen

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Why isn't Le'Veon Bell playing more? Chiefs' RB depth chart favors Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Darrel Williams

Le'Veon Bell was a high-profile midseason signing by the Chiefs, but even with Clyde Edwards-Helaire dealing with an injury, Bell's taken a back seat to Darrel Williams in Kansas City.

Billy Heyen

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The Weeknd name spelling: How did the Super Bowl halftime singer get his stage name?

Why is The Weeknd spelled without an extra e? We have the answer.

Jordan Heck

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Who is Darrel Williams? Chiefs RB complements former LSU teammate Clyde Edwards-Helaire

Darrel Williams' usage in Super Bowl 55 will depend more on who's available around him than on his own play, but he's made that work as an undrafted running back from LSU.

Billy Heyen

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Superb Owl meme, explained: How a common Google typo trends every Super Bowl Sunday

If you just move one letter across the space between Super Bowl, you get Superb Owl. That small tweak has been enough to start a Super Bowl Sunday meme in recent years.

Billy Heyen

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How many NFL teams have won back-to-back Super Bowls?

The Chiefs have a chance in Super Bowl 55 to repeat as Super Bowl champions. While it's acknowledged as difficult to do, it's a feat that's been done eight times in NFL history.

Billy Heyen

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NFL fourth-down conversions, explained: Why teams go for it (and succeed) more than ever in 2020

NFL teams never attempted as many fourth-down conversions as they did in 2020. There's a lot of math behind why teams are going-for-it more than ever before.

Billy Heyen

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Why is it called the Super Bowl? Naming origins trace back to Lamar Hunt and a 1960s toy

Would the Super Bowl have become the global phenomenon it is with a different name? The world may never know.

Billy Heyen

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How much money will Tom Brady make for winning the Super Bowl?

Tom Brady built a Super Bowl bonus into his two-year contract with the Buccaneers, meaning he has an added financial stake in the outcome of Super Bowl 55.

Billy Heyen

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How much money do NFL players make for winning the Super Bowl in 2021?

Everyone knows which side of the Super Bowl that NFL players would rather be on. But there's also a nice financial incentive for the winners.

Billy Heyen

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CBS's Super Bowl 55 cameras include movie-like end zone shots and Trolley Cam

Fox started an NFL trend by using a new camera setup after touchdowns. CBS followed suit and will utilize the special rig during Super Bowl 55.

Billy Heyen

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Tom Brady's diet: How TB12 has prolonged Buccaneers quarterback's career

Tom Brady is still a star quarterback at 43 years old. He's got his TB12 diet to thank for as long and productive a career as any NFL QB.

Billy Heyen

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Tony Romo predictions: How 'Romostradamus' can see plays before they happen on CBS broadcast

Tony Romo made a lot of money as the Cowboys' quarterback, but lately, he's been predicting plays in the CBS broadcast booth before they happen down on the field.

Billy Heyen

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What number is the Super Bowl this year? Explaining the NFL's Roman numeral system for 2021

The NFL uses Roman numerals for each Super Bowl, but that doesn't make it easy for most to decipher. But we've got plenty of info to help you figure it all out.

Billy Heyen

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Here are the youngest players to win a Super Bowl in NFL history

There've only been a handful of players in NFL history to win the Super Bowl at just 21 years of age. Here's a look at the youngest ever to win the big game, including at the quarterback position.

Billy Heyen

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Tom Brady vs. Chiefs: Bucs' QB has series lead, split with Patrick Mahomes heading into Super Bowl 55

Brady will play against the Chiefs for the 13th time in his storied career on Sunday. Here's a look at the previous 12 matchups, including his last four against Patrick Mahomes.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Does Tom Brady have kids? How old, how many & more to know about Bucs QB's children

In addition to six Super Bowl rings, Tom Brady also has three kids. Here's what you need to know about the Brady family.

Billy Heyen

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Why Antonio Brown could be key to Buccaneers beating Chiefs in Super Bowl 55

Antonio Brown's knee injury is a big question mark. But for Tom Brady and the Buccaneers to beat the Chiefs in Super Bowl 55, they might need Brown's specific skillset healthy and on the field.

Billy Heyen

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Super Bowl squares

Do you know how to play Super Bowl squares? Here's a complete guide to help explain your office or party pool for Super Bowl 55, including the best numbers, tips and a printable squares grid.

Bill Bender

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Printable Super Bowl squares grid for Chiefs vs. Buccaneers in 2021

Trying to find a printable Super Bowl squares grid? You're welcome to download Sporting News' free version for the big game in 2021, including tips and the best numbers for your square pool.

Brandon Schlager

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Meet Amanda Gorman, the Inauguration poet who gets a Super Bowl 55 encore

Amanda Gorman wowed at President Joe Biden's Inauguration, and she's getting an encore before Super Bowl 55 in Tampa, Florida.

Billy Heyen

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Who is the female referee in Super Bowl 2021? Meet Sarah Thomas, the NFL's first woman official

Sarah Thomas becomes the first woman to officiate a Super Bowl on Feb. 7, 2021. Her daughter will be watching from home and wants to be a ref, just like her mother.

Billy Heyen

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NFL referee salary: How much are Super Bowl officials paid in 2021?

The NFL doesn't publicize salaries of its officials, so figuring out exactly how much those working the Super Bowl get paid is tricky.

Billy Heyen

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Jim Nantz's salary breakdown: Can CBS announcer get 'Tony Romo money' in next contract?

Jim Nantz's contract with CBS reportedly expires in the summer of 2021, and he's seeking "Tony Romo money," according to the New York Post.

Billy Heyen

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Patrick Mahomes net worth: How much money did the Chiefs QB make in 2020?

Breaking down Patrick Mahomes' incredible half-billion-dollar contract extension with the Chiefs.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Travis Kelce and Kayla Nicole: Inside the relationship, back together after multi-month split

Travis Kelce and Kayla Nicole got back together in December, just in time for the holidays.

Billy Heyen

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Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Matthews: Inside the relationship, from engagement to first baby

Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Matthews have their first baby on the way.

Billy Heyen

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Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen: Inside the relationship, from marriage to kids & more to know

Tom Brady and his wife, Gisele Bundchen, have been together for more than a decade and are still going strong together.

Billy Heyen

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Why you won't see Budweiser, Pepsi, other popular Super Bowl commercials this year

Budweiser, Coca-Cola and Pepsi are just three of the brands choosing not to have a commercial during Super Bowl 55 between the Chiefs and Buccaneers.

Billy Heyen

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Super Bowl commercials 2021: Watch the best ads before Super Bowl 55 here

There are some heavy hitters sitting out of the Super Bowl commercial races in 2021, but you can keep up with every ad coming your way for the week leading up to Super Bowl 55.

Joe Rivera

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Super Bowl commercials 2021: How much does an ad cost for Super Bowl 55?

Here's everything you need to know about Super Bowl 55 commercials, including how much they cost in 2021, the length and a history of Super Bowl commercial prices.

Billy Heyen

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Super Bowl 2021 weather updates: Will rain in forecast impact Chiefs vs. Buccaneers in Tampa?

Super Bowl 55 is in Tampa, Florida, a state where rain often impacts the proceedings of sporting events. The Buccaneers vs. Chiefs game could see some drops, but probably not game-altering amounts.

Billy Heyen

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Super Bowl halftime show prop bets 2021: Odds for The Weeknd's songs, guest appearances & more

Which The Weeknd song will be performed first? Will Drake or Kenny G join him on stage in Tampa? Those are just a few of the betting props for the Super Bowl 55 halftime show.

Matt Lutovsky

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Super Bowl national anthem prop bets 2021: Eric Church and Jazmine Sullivan's over-under, length odds & more

How long will Eric Church and Jazmine Sullivan's rendition of the "Star-Spangled Banner" run? Will either make a mistake? Will any player kneel during the anthem? Those are just a few of the Super Bowl 55 national anthem prop bets available in 2021.

Matt Lutovsky

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Super Bowl prop bets 2021: Odds for CBS's broadcast, from Queen Latifiah mentions to Andy Reid's mask

Will Andy Reid wear a Hawaiian-themed mask? How many times will Jim Nantz mention Queen Latifah? Will Tony Romo correctly predict a play? Here are the best prop bets for CBS's 2021 Super Bowl broadcast.

Matt Lutovsky

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Super Bowl prop bets 2021: Odds for craziest props, from coin toss to Gatorade shower color

There are plenty of outside-the-box Super Bowl betting props to keep you entertained during -- and after -- the big game. Here are the best and most bizarre for 2021, from the coin toss to the commercials to the color of Gatorade poured on the winning coach.

Matt Lutovsky

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Super Bowl 2021 best bets: Top picks for Chiefs vs. Buccaneers line, point spread, props & more

Here are the latest Super Bowl 55 odds, including the point spread, money lines and over-under total for the game to help you make your picks for Kansas City and Tampa Bay.

Vinnie Iyer

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Five keys to a Super Bowl 55 upset

The Buccaneers are only field-goal underdogs against the Chiefs in Super Bowl 55, but the odds are stacked against them. Here's how they can pull off the upset.

Vinnie Iyer

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SN's staff picks, predictions for Super Bowl 55

Our NFL experts are unanimous on picks and predictions for the Super Bowl in 2021 with a clear winner, but Chiefs vs. Buccaneers will be close.

Brandon Schlager

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Super Bowl 55 betting preview

Here's everything to know about betting on Chiefs vs. Buccaneers in Super Bowl 55, including updated odds, trends and our prediction for who will win Super Bowl 55.

Bill Bender

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Super Bowl free live stream: How to watch Chiefs vs. Buccaneers without cable in 2021

Here is a complete breakdown of all live streaming services that carry Super Bowl 55 live, including some that offer free trials.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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How to watch Super Bowl 2021 without cable on Hulu, YouTube TV & more

If you don't have cable and still want to watch Super Bowl 55, there are plenty of live streaming options including Hulu, YouTube TV and more.

Billy Heyen

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How much are Super Bowl halftime show performers paid?

Super Bowl halftime performers don't receive any money from the NFL for performing the biggest concert in the country, but there's still plenty of reason for them to take the stage.

Billy Heyen

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Why didn't Patrick Mahomes win MVP? Aaron Rodgers' otherworldly season outclassed Chiefs QB

Patrick Mahomes had a magnificent season and led the Chiefs to the Super Bowl, but he didn't win the NFL MVP award. Here's why.

Billy Heyen

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Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes were both once Major League Baseball draft picks

Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes are facing off in Super Bowl 55. Once upon a time, they were both selections in the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft.

Billy Heyen

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Super Bowl pick against spread: Why Chiefs will edge Bucs

SN's unit-vs.-unit breakdown gives Kansas City the slight overall edge against host Tampa Bay.

Vinnie Iyer

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Super Bowl 55 prediction: Chiefs have early edge over Buccaneers

The Chiefs and Buccaneers will meet in a Super Bowl 55 matchup that pits Patrick Mahomes against Tom Brady. Who will win this QB duel for all ages?

Bill Bender

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Super Bowl uniforms 2021: What jerseys will Chiefs, Buccaneers wear during Super Bowl 55?

Does jersey color matter during the Super Bowl? For the superstitious, here's a look at the uniforms the Chiefs and Buccaneers will wear for Super Bowl 55.

Joe Rivera

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Chiefs assistant reportedly won't coach in Super Bowl; KC police investigating crash

The son of Chiefs coach Andy Reid is being investigated by Kansas City, Mo., police for possible impairment. The younger Reid allegedly crashed his truck into two vehicles that were stopped on a highway in Kansas City.

Tom Gatto

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Brady vs. Mahomes

Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes are at the center of one of the most exciting Super Bowl QB matchups of all time. SN goes inside the numbers.

Bill Bender

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Betting guide for Super Bowl 55

BetQL's Sloan Piva breaks down the Super Bowl odds and highlights his favorite spread, moneyline, over/under, and player prop picks.

Sloan Piva

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Is Scotty Miller faster than Tyreek Hill? The numbers say not so fast

Scotty Miller believes in himself, which is good, but it's unlikely the Buccaneers' deep threat could beat the Chiefs' star wide receiver in a race.

Billy Heyen

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Steelers rookie Chase Claypool has a pick for Super Bowl 55 — if that's OK

Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool believes at the close of the 55th Super Bowl that the team standing amid all that flying confetti and holding up the Lombardi Trophy will be … Wait. He’s allowed to have an opinion, right?

Mike DeCourcy

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You shouldn't compare Super Bowl journeys of Bell, Brown

The truth is that, aside from starring for and unceremoniously leaving the same team, Bell and Brown shouldn't be compared.

Jordan Greer

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Patrick Mahomes read 'Mean Tweet' that predicted Chiefs' COVID scare before Super Bowl 55

Spooky coincidence, or something more? Eh, probably the former.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Penn State makes a sweet Super Bowl graphic (except for the fine print)

Or, maybe it was a sweet graphic BECAUSE of the fine print.

Tom Gatto

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Why isn't Eric Bieniemy a head coach yet? Andy Reid, NFL players call delay 'shocking,' 'ridiculous'

Eric Bieniemy interviewed for six of the seven NFL head coaching openings after the 2020 season but wasn't hired for any of them. Bieniemy's colleagues find that hard to believe.

Billy Heyen

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Madden Super Bowl predictions 2021: Video game projects close game between Chiefs & Bucs

EA Sports had its official Super Bowl prediction for Super Bowl 55.

Jordan Heck

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Patrick Mahomes' underhand pass, other trick plays keep Chiefs' opponents guessing

The Chiefs might have the deepest playbook in the NFL, filled with underhand passes and unusual motions to keep opponents guessing all the way to Super Bowl 55.

Billy Heyen

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Andy Reid vs. Bruce Arians

Andy Reid and Bruce Arians are part of the 60-and-older fraternity of NFL coaches. Which one has the edge in Super Bowl LV?

Bill Bender

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Super Bowl 42 reveals Steve Spagnuolo's secret to stopping Tom Brady

Steve Spagnuolo beat Tom Brady in Super Bowl 42 as defensive coordinator of the Giants. Now the Chiefs' DC, Spagnuolo will try to repeat the feat against Brady and the Buccaneers in Super Bowl 55.

Billy Heyen

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Clyde Edwards-Helaire and the case for drafting a running back in Round 1

Clyde Edwards-Helaire was the only running back taken in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, and he's going to start Super Bowl 55 as a rookie for the Chiefs.

Billy Heyen

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How Mahomes, Chiefs can overcome their biggest Super Bowl 55 weakness

The Buccaneers will need to buck a trend to make Patrick Mahomes uncomfortable in the Super Bowl. But the Chiefs, even short-handed, are positioned to overcome their worst matchup concern.

Vinnie Iyer

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Super Bowl MVP sleepers to watch

The Super Bowl MVP is a quarterback-friendly award, but these nine players could break the mold in Super Bowl 55 if Patrick Mahomes or Tom Brady don't win it.

Bill Bender

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Chiefs players landed on COVID-19 list after haircuts

Demarcus Robinson and Daniel Kilgore landed on the COVID-19 list after their barber returned a positive COVID-19 test.

Joe Rivera

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Kelce vs. Gronkowski: Comparing Hall of Fame tight ends at 31

Super Bowl 55 includes a matchup between the two best NFL tight ends of a generation, maybe ever. Travis Kelce has closed the gap with Rob Gronkowski considerably, and he's on track to surpass him sooner than later.

Vinnie Iyer

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Players who can win first Super Bowl ring in 2021, ranked

Here's a look at nine players in Super Bowl 55 who can win their first Super Bowl ring, including former Steelers Antonio Brown and Le'Veon Bell.

Bill Bender

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Brady vs. Mahomes: Who has the better weapons?

There are two explosive, talented offenses taking the field in Super Bowl 55 led by dynamic quarterbacks. Do the Chiefs or Buccaneers hold the advantage in difference makers at the offensive skill positions?

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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Super Bowl 2021 referee, officials: Who is assigned to Chiefs vs. Buccaneers?

The Super Bowl 2021 officiating crew will feature veteran Carl Cheffers as the referee, with Sarah Thomas becoming the first woman to officiate a Super Bowl.

Billy Heyen

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Super Bowl rosters by college

Super Bowl 55 will be a showcase for LSU, which has three players on both the Chiefs and Buccaneers rosters.

Bill Bender

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Super Bowl early odds, spread: Bucs open as home underdog vs. Chiefs

How much of a home-field advantage did oddsmakers give Tampa Bay for its historic appearance in the 2021 Super Bowl?

Tom Gatto

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

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

Billy Heyen

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Who is in Super Bowl 2021? Teams, odds, spread for Super Bowl 55 matchup

The matchup for this year's Super Bowl is set. Here are the teams playing in the Super Bowl 2021, plus the odds for who will win.

Joe Rivera

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Super Bowl 55 props: Five of the oddest cross-sport wagers available

Bettors have countless opportunities to wager on Chiefs-Bucs Super Bowl game stats vs. results in the NBA, NHL, soccer, tennis and even rugby.

Tom Gatto

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

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

Jordan Greer

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Super Bowl FanDuel Picks

The Chiefs and Buccaneers are set to face off in a battle of two of the best QBs of all-time. If you're putting together a Super Bowl 55 FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Matt Lutovsky

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Super Bowl 55 DraftKings Picks

The Chiefs and Buccaneers play in Super Bowl 55. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup, we have the picks, advice and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Matt Lutovsky

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Is Eric Fisher playing in the Super Bowl? Chiefs offensive lineman has Achilles injury

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

Joe Rivera

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Brady-Mahomes QB matchup unprecedented in Super Bowl history

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

Mike DeCourcy

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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Tony Romo saw a Buccaneers vs. Chiefs Super Bowl coming back in Week 12

Romo usually sticks to calling plays before they happen. Now he's moved on to calling Super Bowl matchups well before they are finalized.

Jordan Greer

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Sean McDermott explains questionable field goals that doomed Bills in AFC championship game

The Chiefs and their top-tier offense should have factored more into McDermott's decision.

Joe Rivera

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Bills, Sean McDermott roasted for 'cowardly' field goal attempt in AFC championship game

The Bills turned a two-possession game into a . . . two-possession game.

Joe Rivera

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Bills' Stefon Diggs soaks in Chiefs' AFC championship game celebration, by himself, on the field

Diggs didn't use the opportunity to sulk, but rather to motivate himself.

Joe Rivera

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Patrick Mahomes looks unstoppable in AFC championship win

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Bills vs. Chiefs on Sunday night. Follow for complete results from the 2021 AFC championship game.

Dan Bernstein

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Patrick Mahomes, Jason Pierre-Paul reference Kobe Bryant after reaching Super Bowl 55

The Chiefs quarterback and the Bucs pass-rusher both drew on the Mamba's "Job's not finished" statement from the 2009 NBA Finals.

Tom Gatto

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Chiefs' Travis Kelce, not Rob Gronkowski, now owns best season by a tight end in NFL history

There have been few consistently uncoverable forces at tight end in NFL history. Travis Kelce has emerged as one like Rob Gronkowski, and both will be compared again in the future as Pro Football Hall of Famers.

Vinnie Iyer

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What if the Bills drafted Patrick Mahomes in 2017? Josh Allen, Alex Smith & more NFL ripple effects

The Chiefs took Patrick Mahomes with a 2017 NFL Draft pick initially belonging to the Bills. NFL history would certainly be different if the Chiefs never traded up and the Bills (or someone else) took Mahomes.

Billy Heyen

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Revisiting the Chiefs' bold trade up with Bills to pick Patrick Mahomes in the 2017 NFL Draft

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

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Bills vs. Chiefs on today? Time, TV schedule for AFC championship game

The NFL playoff schedule for 2021 brings us Chiefs vs. Bills on Sunday with CBS as the TV channel and a kickoff time of 6:40 p.m. ET. Here is how to watch today's AFC Championship in Kansas City.

Billy Heyen

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Tre'Davious White, drafted by Bills after Chiefs trade, faces tall task covering Tyreek Hill

Tre'Davious White was taken with a draft pick initially belonging to the Chiefs. Now he'll lead the Bills secondary against a Kansas City offense with one of the fastest receivers in football, Tyreek Hill.

Billy Heyen

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

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

Billy Heyen

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Cole Beasley's rap album shows the other side of Bills wide receiver

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley has another skill he breaks out from time to time. The possession receiver is also a professional rapper.

Billy Heyen

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Why does Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker keep missing extra points?

Harrison Butker is one of the most accurate kickers in NFL history, but for some reason this season, he's been one of the league's worst at making extra points.

Billy Heyen

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Patrick Mahomes vs. Josh Allen: Which QB has the strongest arm in the NFL?

Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen have two of the strongest arms in the NFL, but only one can be considered the strongest thrower in the National Football League.

Billy Heyen

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What happened to Sammy Watkins? How oft-injured Bills draft bust found role in Chiefs offense

The Bills traded a lot of draft capital to pick Sammy Watkins, but he never fully delivered in Buffalo and brought his frequently injured ways to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Billy Heyen

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NFL playoff schedule: What games are on today? TV channels, times, scores for AFC, NFC championships

Here's everything you need to know about the AFC and NFC championship games, including a full schedule with TV channels and start times.

Jordan Greer

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Who is the Bills' backup quarterback? Buffalo QB depth chart behind Josh Allen

Josh Allen made an MVP push in his third season with the Buffalo Bills, and it's a big drop off to his backup if Allen were to get hurt.

Billy Heyen

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Who is the Chiefs' backup quarterback? Kansas City QB depth chart behind Patrick Mahomes

The Chiefs' QB depth chart took on added importance when Patrick Mahomes was injured against the Browns. Kansas City has veteran experience behind its superstar.

Billy Heyen

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

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

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NFL playoff schedule 2021: Updated bracket & TV channels for AFC, NFC championship games

Sporting News has you covered with everything you need to know about the title games for each conference, including breakdowns of each matchup.

Dan Bernstein

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NFL playoff schedule 2021: Dates, times, TV channels for every round in AFC, NFC brackets

Here is the complete 2021 NFL playoff schedule, from wild-card weekend to Super Bowl 55, including TV channels, start times, scores and more.

Joe Rivera

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NFL picks for AFC, NFC championship games

In our picks and predictions for 2021 NFL championship games, Aaron Rodgers and the Packers edge Tom Brady, and the Chiefs beat the Bills (if Patrick Mahomes plays).

Bill Bender

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Bills vs. Chiefs betting preview

Here's everything to know about betting on Bills vs. Chiefs in the 2021 AFC championship game, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for who will reach Super Bowl 55.

Bill Bender

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Bills vs. Chiefs picks, predictions against spread: Why Kansas City will advance to Super Bowl 55

Here's a complete breakdown of Bills vs. Chiefs in the 2021 AFC championship game, including our expert's pick to win and reach Super Bowl 55.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL odds, lines, point spreads: Updated betting information for picking NFC, AFC championship games

Here are the latest NFL playoff odds, including point spreads, money lines and over-under totals for every game to help you make your picks for Sunday's two conference championships.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tyreek Hill's deep crossing routes give Chiefs a near-unstoppable weapon

Most think of a crossing route as being mostly horizontal. But when Tyreek Hill adds a vertical component with his speed, the Chiefs have a near-unstoppable play.

Billy Heyen

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NFL awards: Chiefs, Browns, Bills big winners in voting for Sporting News’ 2020 honors

NFL players, coaches and executives voted to determine Sporting News' 2020 awards.

Vinnie Iyer

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Why Patrick Mahomes won SN NFL Offensive Player of the Year over Derrick Henry, Aaron Rodgers

Patrick Mahomes was voted Sporting News NFL Offensive Player of the Year by his fellow players, making clear he's still regarded as the league's most intimidating offensive force.

Vinnie Iyer

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Chiefs' Tyreek Hill says he shoved coach Greg Lewis 'to give the guys energy'

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

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Patrick Mahomes' status uncertain for AFC championship

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

Joe Rivera

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Explaining the NFL's concussion protocol for Patrick Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes was injured against the Browns on Sunday afternoon, giving him a week to clear the NFL's protocol and play the Bills in the AFC Championship.

Billy Heyen

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Browns' Mack Wilson makes peace with Patrick Mahomes' mom Randi after 'evil' and 'trash football' tweets

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

Joe Rivera

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FS1's Colin Cowherd has nuclear take on Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes, AFC championship game

"I find the day Patrick Mahomes can play — that's when we play," Cowherd said. Sure, dude.

Jordan Greer

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Patrick Mahomes' mom was not pleased with hit that injured QB: 'Trash football'

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

Joe Rivera

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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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What is the worst rule in sports?

A controversial touchback ruling played a big role in the Browns' crushing loss to the Chiefs and ignited a lively discussion on Twitter: Is it actually the worst rule in sports?

Mike DeCourcy

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Chad Henne's late-game heroics vs. Browns preserve Chiefs' season, inspires own hashtag

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

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Browns victimized by 'worst rule in NFL' as Rashard Higgins fumble costs Cleveland a touchdown vs. Chiefs

It was the correct ruling, but the rule itself is questionable at best.

Joe Rivera

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Did Chiefs' Daniel Sorensen commit helmet-to-helmet penalty against Browns on controversial touchback?

There was a lot to unpack on the play, not least whether the player who forced the fumble that led to the touchback committed a penalty in the process.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Kevin Stefanski explains Browns' fateful decision to punt with chance to upset Chiefs

The Chiefs punched a ticket to the AFC championship game on Sunday afternoon, thanks in part to a questionable punt from the Browns.

Joe Rivera

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Browns will grow from latest playoff heartbreak

Cleveland lost a heartbreaker to Kansas City in the AFC divisional playoffs. The defeat, and what led to it, will serve as a valuable learning experience.

Bill Bender

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Chiefs built to roll Bills in AFC title game but still need Mahomes

Buffalo has had a breakthrough this season, but it's neither ready nor complete enough to take down Kansas City — assuming the Chiefs are at full strength.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tony Romo quotes 'Napoleon Dynamite,' 'Mortal Kombat' during Chief vs. Browns playoff matchup

Tony Romo is endearing himself to fans of pop culture.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why is CBS down? Outage during Chiefs vs. Browns playoff matchup panics viewers

The network was down in parts of the country during the first quarter.

Joe Rivera

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The Patrick Mahomes vs. Baker Mayfield commercial debate: Whose ads are better?

Patrick Mahomes and Baker Mayfield both fill our television screens with commercial after commercial. The real question: Who has the better advertisements?

Billy Heyen

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Kareem Hunt returns to Kansas City as key to Browns upsetting Chiefs in NFL playoffs

If Kareem Hunt can help Nick Chubb dominate the Chiefs' defense, the Browns will give themselves a good chance to pull off the shocker.

Vinnie Iyer

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Baker Mayfield contract breakdown: Will Browns sign QB to long-term extension in offseason?

Before the season, it looked like the Browns might want to find a way out of Baker Mayfield's contract. But after Cleveland's first playoff berth since 2002, Mayfield might be the franchise's QB for the long haul.

Billy Heyen

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The evolution of Andy Reid's face mask, from foggy shield to Chiefs-patterned cloth

Andy Reid has worn three varieties of masks on his face during the 2020 NFL season as the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Billy Heyen

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Revisiting the epic Patrick Mahomes vs. Baker Mayfield college QB duel between Texas Tech, Oklahoma

Patrick Mahomes and Baker Mayfield played a crazy college football game in 2016 that finished 66-59 and featured more than 1,200 combined passing yards.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Chiefs vs. Browns on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL divisional playoff game

The NFL playoff schedule for 2021 brings us Chiefs vs. Browns on Sunday with CBS as the TV channel and a kickoff time of 3:05 p.m. ET. Here is how to watch today's divisional game in Kansas City.

Billy Heyen

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NFL playoff schedule: What games are on today? TV channels, times, scores for 2021 divisional round

Here's everything you need to know about the NFL divisional round games, including a full schedule with TV channels and start times.

Jordan Greer

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NFL odds, lines, point spreads: Updated betting information for picking every divisional playoff game

Here are the latest NFL playoff odds, including point spreads, money lines and over-under totals for every game to help you make your picks during divisional weekend.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for divisional round weekend

In our picks and predictions for 2021 NFL wild-card weekend, Lamar Jackson keeps the Ravens rolling and Tom Brady edges the Saints in a thriller.

Bill Bender

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NFL picks against the spread for divisional playoffs

In our picks and predictions against the spread for 2021 NFL divisional playoffs, the Chiefs take advantage of a great unexpected matchup vs. the Browns, while the Packers and Bucs pull off tough victories in the NFC.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff schedule 2021: Updated bracket & TV channels for AFC, NFC divisional games

The TV schedule and matchups for the divisional round of the NFL playoffs are set, featuring the surprise Browns vs. the Chiefs and an NFC South divisional rematch.

Joe Rivera

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Kareem Hunt's second chance with Browns shouldn't make Chiefs reunion 'personal'

Kareem Hunt has talked about getting revenge against the Chiefs, who cut the running back in 2018 after video emerged of Hunt assaulting a woman.

Billy Heyen

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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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Super Bowl 55 odds: Top seeds enter playoffs as favorites

The 2021 NFL playoffs are scheduled to begin the weekend of Jan. 9-10. Fourteen teams, up from 12 in previous years, will compete for a berth in Super Bowl 55 and an opportunity to raise the Lombardi Trophy.

Tom Gatto

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Ranking the NFL's 2021 playoff QBs

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

Bill Bender

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Who's in the NFL playoffs 2021? Final standings, bracket, matchups for AFC & NFC

The 2021 NFL playoffs are taking shape. Here's what we know about the AFC and NFC brackets and matchups.

Billy Heyen

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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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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NFL playoff picture: Best, worst matchups based on AFC, NFC seeding for Week 17

Sporting News breaks down the most and least favorable matchups for every NFL playoff team based on how the seeding might play out in Week 17.

Vinnie Iyer

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Week 17 NFL picks against the spread

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

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 17

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

Bill Bender

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Week 17 Washington-Eagles FanDuel Picks

Washington are in a win-and-in situation, but the Eagles are looking to play spoiler in the final game of the regular season. If you're putting together a Week 17 Sunday FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Jacob Camenker

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

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

Billy Heyen

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

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

Billy Heyen

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