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Iyer: Why Patriots have zero chance to beat Bucs

Because Tom Brady and Bill Belichick won't be meeting each other on the field, their Week 4 reunion will really come down to a loaded and motivated Buccaneers team vs. the talent-deficient Patriots.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady opens up about facing Patriots

Tom Brady is trying not to reminisce about his 20 years with the Patriots as he returns to New England for the first time as a member of the Buccaneers.

Jacob Camenker

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NBC hypes Brady-Belichick showdown with ... Adele

NBC used the song "Hello" by Adele in their commercial hyping up the Patriots vs. Buccaneers game. Reactions to the advertisement were mixed.

Jacob Camenker

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Belichick addresses Brady exit from Patriots

With Tom Brady returning to New England on Sunday to face his old head coach, Belichick revealed some insight to what exactly happened.

Joe Rivera

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What channel is Rams vs. Buccaneers on today?

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Rams vs. Buccaneers 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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Antonio Brown COVID list update

Antonio Brown has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, leaving his availability in question for Week 3's marquee Buccaneers-Rams matchup. We have the latest updates on his status and how it affects Tampa's fantasy football outlook.

Jackson Sparks

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Bucs' Brown out for Week 3 game vs. Rams

The Buccaneers will look to move to 3-0 without one of their top offensive playmakers

Jake Aferiat

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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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Brady's trainer: Bill Belichick 'never evolved' as a coach

Guerrero added to comments by Brady's father, Tom Sr., about Belichick's demeanor in New England.

Trevor Booth

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Tom Brady Sr.: Bill Belichick wanted Brady 'out the door' with Patriots

Brady's father said he feels vindicated about his son leaving New England, only to win a Super Bowl and have another dynamic season.

Edward Sutelan

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Rob Gronkowski explains film study habits: 'I watch so much film that my girlfriend gets mad at me'

Rob Gronkowski was apparently joking when he said he didn't watch film.

Jacob Camenker

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Tom Brady among NFL players displeased with league's emphasis on taunting calls

Tom Brady voiced his displeasure for the rule in an Instagram comment.

Jacob Camenker

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Contenders or pretenders? Making calls on NFL's hot and cold teams

There's enough information after two games to make playoff or not judgments for the 2021 NFL seasons. SN renders verdicts on the 14 teams that are either 2-0 or 0-2.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings, Week 3

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

Vinnie Iyer

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Richard Sherman rumors: Buccaneers, 49ers, Seahawks have reached out to free-agent CB

Tampa Bay could use some cornerback help, and they are one of multiple teams that has an interest in Richard Sherman.

Jacob Camenker

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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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Can Tom Brady play until he's 50?

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

Edward Sutelan

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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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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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Brady, Bucs begin title defense by edging Cowboys

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Cowboys vs. Buccaneers on Thursday night. Follow for complete results from the NFL's Week 1 opener.

Jacob Camenker

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Explaining McCarthy's decision to limit Elliott's carries vs. Bucs

Ezekiel Elliott got just 11 carries against the Bucs. Why did the Cowboys abandon the run? The answer is simple.

Jacob Camenker

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The Brady-Gronk connection keeps getting stronger

Brady found Gronkowski for two touchdowns in the Buccaneers' win against the Cowboys, moving the duo further into rarefied air.

Edward Sutelan

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Did Bucs get away with one on winning drive?

It sure looked as if Godwin extended his arm and pushed off to gain separation, which are pretty much the requirements for offensive pass interference.

Joe Rivera

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What's up with Dak Prescott's arm? QB's arm strength questioned during Cowboys vs. Buccaneers

Prescott will undergo an MRI once every two weeks to make sure his lat injury is healing properly.

Joe Rivera

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Bucs' Sean Murphy-Bunting suffers gruesome arm injury

An unfortunate end to the first game of the Tampa Bay defensive back's season.

Joe Rivera

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Ed Sheeran's Buccaneers-Cowboys kickoff performance confuses NFL fans everywhere

Nothing rings in the start of the NFL season like . . . Ed Sheeran?

Joe Rivera

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Week 1 TNF DraftKings Picks

The Cowboys and Buccaneers open Week 1 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 1 TNF FanDuel Picks

The Cowboys and Buccaneers are expected to light up the scoreboard to open Week 1. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup for Thursday Night Football, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Craig Williams

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Week 1 TNF Yahoo Picks

Start the 2021 NFL season off right by taking down a brand-new Yahoo single-game DFS tournament. We have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help with your Week 1 Thursday Night Football NFL DFS lineup.

Craig Williams

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Why is Ed Sheeran performing for NFL Kickoff 2021?

Ed Sheeran is headlining the NFL Kickoff, resulting in confused fan reactions. Here's an explanation as to why the NFL chose the British folk-pop singer.

Madison Williams

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Cowboys vs. Buccaneers odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL’s Thursday night Week 1 opener

Here's everything to know about betting on Cowboys vs. Buccaneers in Week 1, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for Thursday night's game.

Vinnie Iyer

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Who plays on Thursday night football tonight? Time, TV channel, schedule for NFL Week 1

Sporting News has all the information you need to know about watching and streaming the NFL's Cowboys vs. Buccaneers season opener on Thursday.

Jacob Camenker

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What channel is Cowboys vs. Buccaneers on today? Schedule, time for NFL's Thursday night football in Week 1

Sporting News has all the information you need to know about watching and streaming the NFL's Cowboys vs. Buccaneers season opener on Thursday.

Jacob Camenker

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What time is the NFL game tonight? TV schedule, channel for Cowboys vs. Buccaneers in Week 1

Sporting News has all the information you need to know about watching and streaming the NFL's Cowboys vs. Buccaneers season opener on Thursday.

Jacob Camenker

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How Tampa Bay returned all 22 starters from Super Bowl 55

The Buccaneers are doing something no Super Bowl champion has done before.

Jacob Camenker

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2021 NFL predictions: Final standings & Super Bowl pick

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

Vinnie Iyer

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Week 1 TNF Start 'em, Sit 'em

Get your fantasy football season started off right with our start 'em, sit 'em lineup advice for Cowboys-Buccaneers on Week 1 Thursday Night Football.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady explains why he's still mad about NFL's new 'crazy' jersey number rules

Does he have a point? Maybe.

Joe Rivera

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Why the Chiefs are SN's pick to win Super Bowl 56 — in rare rematch vs. Buccaneers

Sporting News is picking the Chiefs to win Super Bowl 56, avenging their upset loss to the Buccaneers in Super Bowl 55. Here's why there will be the first Super Bowl rematch in 28 seasons, this time with a different outcome.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady expresses sympathy for Osaka, Biles

Entering his 22nd NFL season, Tom Brady spoke out on the mental health issues Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles have faced this year, showing sympathy for their situations as individual athletes.

Madison Williams

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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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Cowboys' Zack Martin tests positive for COVID-19, will be inactive for Buccaneers game

Dallas' offensive line suffered a significant blow with the loss of All-Pro guard Zack Martin.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Buccaneers' Tom Brady reveals he contracted COVID-19 after Super Bowl parade

The Super Bowl MVP revealed to the Tampa Bay Times that he contracted the disease in February, after the team's Super Bowl parade.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Prescott 'full go' for Buccaneers, McCarthy says

Dak Prescott (shoulder) is named the starter for the Cowboys' season opener against the reigning Super Bowl champion Buccaneers.

Madison Williams

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

Which prop bets can you trust ahead of the 2021 NFL season? The Sporting News and TeamRankings.com have you covered with 10 good-looking wagers.

Jacob Camenker

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Buccaneers' Tom Brady explains why NFL rule changes that help offenses are 'disservice to the sport'

"It shouldn't be the responsibility of your opponent to protect you," Brady said.

Jordan Greer

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Tom Brady roasts former teammate Mike Vrabel in video

Tom Brady did not hold back when talking about his long-time Patriots teammate.

Jacob Camenker

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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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The search for Tom Brady's 'mother f—er' continues

The quarterback Brady referred to on an HBO show that a team chose to keep rather than pursue Brady in 2020 remains a mystery.

Joe Rivera

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Grading NFL rookie QB preseason debuts: Justin Fields, Zach Wilson impress

From Jaguars No.1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence to Colts sixth-rounder Sam Ehlinger, we handed out grades for every rookie quarterback who made their preseason debuts in Week 1.

Vinnie Iyer

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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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The Buccaneers' Super Bowl rings are comically large and extremely gaudy

You might as well just wear a chain at this point.

Joe Rivera

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Tom Brady's got some good political jokes as the Buccaneers visit the White House

"They started calling me 'Sleepy Tom.'"

Joe Rivera

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Tom Brady injury update: Buccaneers QB played 2020 season with torn MCL

The Tampa Bay Times reported that the Super Bowl-winning quarterback played the entire season with an MCL tear in his left knee.

Edward Sutelan

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Why Cameron Kinley will attend Buccaneers training camp

Kinley revealed on Tuesday that he'll be able to delay his commission after the secretary of defense allowed it.

Joe Rivera

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Brady jabs Rodgers over Packers drama during The Match

Rodgers still has yet to appear for any team activities, even as the NFL calendar moves closer to the start of training camp.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Tom Brady's customized golf balls are quite the flex

When you're the GOAT, you do GOAT things.

Joe Rivera

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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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Tom Brady, James Corden golf, belt out 'Hamilton' song ahead of 'The Match'

Tom Brady doesn't appear to be taking his preparation for "The Match" too seriously.

Jacob Camenker

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Who is the 'mother f—er' Tom Brady is talking about?

While the label could be attached to a few different QBs, Jimmy G seems the most likely to wear the nametag.

Joe Rivera

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The Madden 22 cover is out, and Twitter isn't happy

Both players have recently been on the cover of the game and Twitter wasn't happy about it.

Joe Rivera

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Why Tom Brady's knee injury could be a problem for NFL, Buccaneers

Tom Brady may land the Buccaneers in hot water with the NFL after discussing an injury that he held long-term last year.

Jacob Camenker

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Navy denies Tampa Bay rookie's request to delay service for NFL career

Cameron Kinley, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate, might not get a chance to live out his NFL dream after all. He expressed dismay at the decision in a statement.

Jacob Camenker

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Tom Brady dealt with troublesome knee during Super Bowl season

Clyde Christensen says that Tom Brady wasn't 100 percent last year even despite throwing for 40 TDs and leading the Bucs to a Super Bowl win.

Jacob Camenker

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Tom Brady admits he was confused, didn't know it was fourth down during Bears game

In an October loss to the Bears, it looked like Tom Brady lost track of downs. Eight months later, the Buccaneers' quarterback admits that he did.

Jacob Camenker

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Bruce Arians: Tom Brady may be set for a different than usual role at Buccaneers' minicamp

Tom Brady is recovering from offseason knee surgery, so he may be operating in more of a coaching role for the Buccaneers during minicamp.

Jacob Camenker

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Aaron Rodgers takes on Tom Brady, Phil Mickelson in 'Star Wars' tweet ahead of golf matchup

Rodgers joined the meme war ahead of his golf pairing with Bryson DeChambeau against Brady and Mickelson.

Edward Sutelan

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Julian Edelman squashes speculation that he could join Tom Brady, Buccaneers in 2021

The former Patriots receiver is retired and plans on staying that way, no matter what Brady says.

Jacob Camenker

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Bucs' Devin White posts eye-popping 40-yard dash time in four-man race

Devin White outran one of the best receivers in the NFL during a 40-yard race and showed off his freaky-good athleticism.

Jacob Camenker

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Arians ripped Fournette ahead of Super Bowl run

Fournette nearly missed out on becoming one of Tampa Bay's key players in its run to the 2021 Super Bowl.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bruce Arians explains why Buccaneers haven't officially re-signed Antonio Brown yet

The Buccaneers and Antonio Brown agreed to a deal in free agency, but it hasn't been signed yet. Bruce Arians explained why.

Jacob Camenker

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Tom Brady has hilarious reaction to facing the Patriots in Week 4 of the 2021 NFL season

The Bucs quarterback kept it simple and funny.

Joe Rivera

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Ticket prices for Tom Brady's return to New England to face the Patriots are absurd

Be prepared to offer up your firstborn for a chance to see Tom Brady in Foxborough.

Joe Rivera

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NFL schedule 2021: When is Tom Brady returning to New England to face the Patriots?

Tom Brady is playing against the Patriots for the first time in his 21-year NFL career during the 2021 NFL season. Here is when the Buccaneers are traveling to New England.

Jacob Camenker

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

Tampa Bay is still looking for its first NFC South title in 14 years. So, despite a Super Bowl win, there is some unfinished business for Tom Brady as he leads his team through its 2021 NFL schedule.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 1 schedule

The NFL teased its Week 1 schedule, and there are several intriguing matchups to start the season, including the Thursday Night Football opener between the Cowboys and Buccaneers.

Bill Bender

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Ranking the 17th game for each NFL team in 2021

What are the best matchups for the 17th game that the NFL added to the schedule in 2021?

Bill Bender

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Bucs GM Jason Licht says Tom Brady 'can play until he’s 50'

Tom Brady can't play forever. But 50 seems doable as far Buccaneers GM Jason Licht is concerned.

Jacob Camenker

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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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Manning has perfect response to Brady

Tom Brady recently admitted that he would trade two of his Super Bowl wins for that elusive 19-0 season. Eli Manning had the perfect response.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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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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Former Patriots WR Julian Edelman responds to Tom Brady's joke about Edelman joining Buccaneers

Tom Brady's joke about Julian Edelman coming to the Buccaneers turned some heads, but the former Patriots receiver confirmed that he will be staying retired.

Jacob Camenker

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Buccaneers draft picks 2021: Who did Tampa Bay take? Full list of NFL Draft selections

Here is a complete list of Tampa Bay Buccaneers draft picks in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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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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Buccaneers pick Florida's Kyle Trask, potential Tom Brady successor, in 2021 NFL Draft

Trask is in good company in Tampa Bay.

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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Tom Brady pokes fun at shirtless NFL Combine pic: 'My favorite'

Tom Brady continues to post excellent content on Twitter. His latest is about the now-famous image of him shirtless at the NFL Combine.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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SN's final NFL Mock Draft for 2021

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Joe Rivera

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NFL Mock Draft 2021: Complete 7-round edition

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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Antonio Brown contract details: Buccaneers re-sign wide receiver to low-cost deal

AB is back in the Bay.

Joe Rivera

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Joe Rivera

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Former Buccaneers linebacker Geno Hayes dies at age 33

Hayes, a 2007 All-ACC first team selection, was battling liver disease.

Joe Rivera

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Chris Simms' NFL mock draft has Justin Fields falling to the Buccaneers at No. 32

Simms hasn't been afraid to live out on an island with his quarterback takes, but his mock draft is a whole different beast.

Joe Rivera

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady is really angry with the NFL's new uniform number rules

The NFL is relaxing the number bracket rules for certain position groups, and TB12 isn't thrilled with it.

Joe Rivera

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Buccaneers Mock Draft: Projecting each of Tampa Bay's 7 picks in 2021 NFL Draft

Here's a complete breakdown of Sporting News' seven-round mock draft projecting all of the Buccaneers' picks in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady injury update: Buccaneers QB feeling 'pretty good' after offseason knee surgery

Brady made an appearance at Bucs coach Bruce Arians' Family Foundation gala, and he was seen walking through the event without any sort of noticeable limp.

Jordan Greer

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Kylo Ren might be our last, best hope at stopping Tom Brady

In a video shared on Twitter, the Buccaneers' quarterback came face to face with a "Star Wars" villain.

Joe Rivera

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Antonio Brown wants Buccaneers to re-sign free agent wide receiver Antonio Brown

Brown finished with 45 catches for 483 yards and four touchdowns in eight games last season with the Buccaneers.

Jordan Greer

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Buccaneers' Carlton Davis apologizes for tweeting anti-Asian slur: 'I have learned a valuable lesson'

Davis issued an apology Sunday after tweeting out an anti-Asian slur, saying he didn't understand the term had a "darker" meaning.

Jordan Greer

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Did Tom Brady actually get a Bruce Arians tattoo?

Bruce Arians got a Super Bowl 55 tattoo. Tom Brady countered with a "tattoo" of his own.

Joe Rivera

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Bruce Arians gets inked with Super Bowl 55 tattoo

Nice ink, coach.

Joe Rivera

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Tom Brady won't let the Falcons rest, once again trolls Atlanta with 28-3 Instagram joke

Tom Brady won't ever let you forget.

Joe Rivera

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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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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Patriots, Bucs, Jets set pace; Bears settle for QB & more early reactions

The proactive Patriots filled big holes in the opening days of NFL free agency while the Buccaneers worked to keep their Super Bowl roster intact around Tom Brady. Meanwhile, Chicago can't catch a break in its pursuit of a viable starting quarterback.

Vinnie Iyer

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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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Projecting Tom Brady's new contract with Buccaneers: How much should Tampa Bay pay QB?

Tom Brady still has one year left on his current Buccaneers contract to keep him in Tampa Bay through age 45, fresh off helping the team win Super Bowl 55 at 43. But with the idea of trying to win more Super Bowls, the Bucs reportedly are ready to give him a team-friendly extension.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady has little memory of boat parade

Appearing on "The Late Late Show" with James Corden, Brady went over some of the finer details that he remembered (barely) from the Super Bowl parade, including the now-famed trophy toss.

Joe Rivera

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Antoine Winfield Jr. fined for awesome taunt

An exceptional taunt led to a fine for Winfield, which is sad.

Joe Rivera

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Tom Brady extension? Buccaneers GM says it's on the table, wants to 'keep this going'

Fans itching to get rid of Tom Brady may have to wait a little longer.

Joe Rivera

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NFL Draft order 2021: First-round picks for every team after Buccaneers beat Chiefs in Super Bowl 55

Here is the official NFL Draft order for the first 32 picks in 2021, now including the Super Bowl winner and loser.

Jordan Greer

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Ryan Succop first Super Bowl-winning Mr. Irrelevant

The Bucs kicker made the most of his stage, too.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Ex-NFL wide receiver Vincent Jackson found dead at 38

Jackson spent 12 seasons in the NFL, including the last five of his career in Tampa Bay. The cause of death has not been determined.

Jackie Spiegel

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J.J. Watt's landing spots

Pittsburgh and Green Bay are popular potential landing spots for J.J. Watt, but a few other contenders might make more sense in 2021.

Bill Bender

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Tom Brady's Lombardi Trophy toss offends daughter of trophy builder; Twitter has no sympathy for her

Twitter had two words for Lorraine Grohs: Stanley. Cup.

Tom Gatto

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Tom Brady scheduled for knee surgery

Brady needs knee surgery; that much is certain. But there are conflicting reports as to the scope of the procedure.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Twitter loves sloshed Tom Brady

Either Brady doesn't have sea legs or he had a little too much to drink during the Bucs' Super Bowl boat parade.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Michael Irvin says Super Bowl 55 audio shows Tom Brady didn't call Tyrann Mathieu racial slur

In a since-deleted tweet that was posted Sunday night after the Buccaneers' victory, Mathieu claimed that Brady may have crossed the line with his word choice.

Jordan Greer

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Tom Brady tosses Lombardi Trophy to Cameron Brate at Bucs' Super Bowl parade

"Eh, I've got six more at home."

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bucs astonished at Mahomes in Super Bowl 55

Mahomes didn't have his best game in Super Bowl 55, but it wasn't for a lack of trying. And several Bucs players took notice of his incredible play-making ability.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Can Tom Brady, Buccaneers repeat as Super Bowl champions? Breaking down their 2021 odds

Here's breaking down how well the Buccaneers are positioned in their quest to become the NFL's first back-to-back champion in 17 years.

Vinnie Iyer

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How many people watched Super Bowl 55? Ratings, viewership numbers take big hit in 2021

Tom Brady is still the king in New England, but overall viewership was down quite a bit to make Super Bowl 55 the lowest-rated Super Bowl since 2007.

Joe Rivera

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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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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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How Bucs' defense dominated Mahomes, Chiefs

Coordinator Todd Bowles' game plan looked very similar to what the Tampa 2 Bucs would have deployed against a high-powered offense.

Vinnie Iyer

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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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Tom Brady is the GOAT, sorry

Tom Brady haters are digging for any reason to knock the seven-time Super Bowl champ off his pedestal. It's not happening.

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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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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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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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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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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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 puts NFL's GOAT out of reach in Super Bowl 55

It's gotten to the point GOAT is no longer great enough when referring to Tom Brady. Just like figuring out when his unprecedented run of championships will end, good luck finding the right word.

Vinnie Iyer

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Rob Gronkowski's journey to unretirement

The Future Hall of Fame tight end is back and heading to the Super Bowl alongside longtime QB Tom Brady.

Joe Rivera

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Leonard Fournette's football timeline, from LSU to Jaguars release to Buccaneers

Leonard Fournette will aim to give the Buccaneers only their second ever Super Bowl. Here's how he ended up in Tampa Bay after getting drafted by Jacksonville:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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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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Ndamukong Suh's timeline of dirty plays: Infamous NFL heel has repaired reputation with Buccaneers

Ndamukong Suh has been involved in multiple controversies during his NFL career, and now at 34, he's a key defensive lineman for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Billy Heyen

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What happened to Jason Pierre-Paul's hand? Pro Bowl career rebuilt with Buccaneers after fireworks accident

Jason Pierre-Paul is a win away from the Super Bowl with Tom Brady as his teammate in the 2021 playoffs, more than six years after a fireworks incident damaged his right hand.

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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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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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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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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