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

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

Jordan Greer

How Heinicke to COVID list impacts NFL playoff race

Washington placed both its starting and backup quarterbacks on the COVID-19 list after both tested positive this week.

Edward Sutelan

NFL power rankings, Week 15

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

Vinnie Iyer

Browns, Cowboys did their best to nearly blow huge leads in sloppy wins over Ravens, Washington

The Browns and Cowboys each went into halftime leading by more than two touchdowns. Their wins came right down to the final few minutes of play.

Edward Sutelan

NFL explains why Kyle Allen's fumble was upheld in WFT's Week 14 loss to Cowboys

Walt Anderson, the NFL's senior vice president of officiating, broke down the play element by element in a postgame interview with a pool reporter. Allen's turnover ended Washington's comeback bid.

Jacob Camenker

Cowboys' La'el Collins explains punch, ejection against WFT: 'I'm just here to protect my quarterback'

Collins explained that he was trying to defend his quarterback after a late hit out of bounds in the fourth quarter.

Edward Sutelan

Why the Cowboys brought their own benches to FedEx Field

The Cowboys vs. Washington Football Team rivalry has added an interesting new chapter in Week 14 of the 2021 NFL season.

Jacob Camenker

Sporting News' latest 2022 NFL mock draft

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Kevin Skiver

Bill Bender's Week 14 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

Vinnie Iyer's Week 14 NFL picks against the spread

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

Vinnie Iyer

Cowboys' Mike McCarthy gives Washington perfect bulletin board material

Mike McCarthy is confident that the Cowboys will win against Washington. Is he too confident, though?

Jacob Camenker

NFL power rankings, Week 14

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

Vinnie Iyer

Why each Washington Football Team win is worth a lot to Taylor Heinicke's wallet

The team is on a four-game winning streak with Heinicke under center. Those results have paid well.

Joe Rivera

Sporting News' latest 2022 NFL mock draft

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

Vinnie Iyer

Washington's Brian Johnson hits 'insane' game-winning field goal in full-circle moment

Brian Johnson was called on to deliver in a big moment. He did just that in his first game with the Washington Football Team.

Jacob Camenker

Bill Bender's Week 13 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

Vinnie Iyer's Week 13 NFL picks against the spread

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

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, Week 13

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

Vinnie Iyer

Ron Rivera explains why Washington went for TD instead of short FG in fourth quarter vs. Seahawks

Ron Rivera didn't even consider kicking a field goal in the final minutes of Washington's win over the Seahawks. Why? Because his kicker, Joey Slye, was injured.

Jacob Camenker

Why was Seahawks' onside kick recovery overturned vs. WFT?

The Seahawks appeared ready to attempt a go-ahead scoring drive. And then, they weren't.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Seahawks vs. Washington final score, results: WFT wins third straight behind strong game from Antonio Gibson

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Seahawks vs. Washington on "Monday Night Football." Follow for complete results from the NFL Week 12 game.

Jake Aferiat

Week 12 MNF DraftKings Picks

The Seahawks and Washington are set to close out Week 12 on Monday 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

Week 12 MNF FanDuel Picks

The Seahawks-Washington showdown to close out Week 12 on Monday Night Football features some big-name fantasy stars. We consider them all while putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup. Get picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Craig Williams

Seahawks vs. Washington odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL 'Monday Night Football'

Here's everything to know about betting on Seahawks vs. Washington in Week 12, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for "Monday Night Football."

Vinnie Iyer

When is the next Manningcast? Full TV schedule for 'Monday Night Football' after Week 12

Peyton Manning and Eli Manning won't be on air for "Monday Night Football" in Week 12. Here's what to know about the next "Manningcast."

Jacob Camenker

Who plays on 'Monday Night Football' tonight? Time, TV channel, schedule for NFL Week 12 game

"Monday Night Football" will feature a battle of two NFC teams trending in opposite directions and fighting to stay alive in the playoff race.

Jacob Camenker

What channel is Seahawks vs. Washington on today? Schedule, time for ‘Monday Night Football’ in Week 12

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Seahawks vs. Washington game on "Monday Night Football," including kickoff time, TV channels and a full 2021 NFL Monday night schedule.

Kevin Skiver

What time is the NFL game tonight? TV schedule, channel for Seahawks vs. Washington in Week 12

Here's all the information you need to watch the Seahawks take on the Washington Football Team on "Monday Night Football," including channel and start time.

Edward Sutelan

What happened to Ryan Fitzpatrick? Injury details, updates about Washington QB depth chart vs. Seahawks

Ryan Fitzpatrick is out of action for the Washington Football Team. The veteran suffered a hip injury in Week 1 against the Chargers.

Jacob Camenker

Vinnie Iyer's Week 12 NFL picks against the spread

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

Vinnie Iyer

Bill Bender's Week 12 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

NFL power rankings, Week 12

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

Vinnie Iyer

Cam Newton thanks Panthers fans for 'good juju,' explains 50-yard TD celebration

Cam Newton scored his first rushing touchdown in Bank of America Stadium since his 2020 departure from the Panthers. It had special meaning for him.

Jacob Camenker

Why did the Panthers release Cam Newton? Looking back on Carolina's decision to cut ties with franchise QB

Taking a look back at the decisions that led to the Panthers releasing their franchise quarterback.

Edward Sutelan

Cam Newton-Ron Rivera relationship timeline, from Panthers draft day to simultaneous departures

The quarterback and coach combination brought the Panthers to its highest peak before the pair separated ahead of the 2020 season.

Edward Sutelan

What channel is Panthers vs. Washington on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 11 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Panthers vs. Washington Football Team game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 11 NFL schedule.

Kevin Skiver

Bill Bender's Week 11 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

Ticket prices spike for Cam's return to Charlotte

Fans are flocking to buy tickets for Newton's first time back in Carolina.

Edward Sutelan

NFL power rankings, Week 11

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

Vinnie Iyer

Meet two of the record-setting 12 women leading teams in 2021 season

Lori Locust and Jennifer King, two of the record 12 female coaches working in the NFL this season, are focused on laying the groundwork for more women to follow in their footsteps.

Madison Williams

How Washington crushed Tom Brady, Buccaneers' comeback hopes with 19-play, 10-minute drive

Sporting News breaks down the drive that destroyed any hope Brady and the Bucs had of completing another heartbreaking comeback.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Chase Young injury update: Washington pass-rusher refuses cart, carried off with feared turn ACL

Chase Young has been ruled out, but he refused to be carted off the field.

Jacob Camenker

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

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

Kevin Skiver

Bill Bender's Week 10 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

Vinnie Iyer's Week 10 NFL picks against the spread

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

Vinnie Iyer

Tom Brady criticizes the NFL for adding 17th regular season game: 'I thought it was a terrible decision'

Brady criticized the NFL during his "Let's Go" podcast Tuesday morning.

Dani Mohr

NFL power rankings, Week 10

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

Vinnie Iyer

Bill Bender's Week 9 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

NFL power rankings, Week 9

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

Vinnie Iyer

Sporting News' latest 2022 NFL mock draft

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

Vinnie Iyer

Chris Blewitt has had three field goal attempts blocked in two games

Chris Blewitt has had three kicks blocked by opponents through his first two NFL games. He made just two attempts.

Madison Williams

Bill Bender's Week 8 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

Vinnie Iyer's Week 8 NFL picks against the spread

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

Vinnie Iyer

NFL will not release WFT investigation report

Goodell said on Tuesday the league would not publish the release of the NFL investigation report on the WFT, despite various ex-employees having pushed for it.

Madison Williams

NFL power rankings, Week 8

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

Vinnie Iyer

Heinicke dive costs WFT easy score

Heinicke had an open path to the end zone but dove for some reason. The end result? Zero points for the Washington Football Team.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is Packers vs. Washington on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 7 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch Packers vs. Washington on Sunday, including kickoff time and TV channels for the NFL Week 7 game.

Jake Aferiat

Bill Bender's Week 7 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

Congress asks for NFL documents in WFT, Gruden investigation

The U.S. House of Representatives is the latest group to ask the NFL to release the results of an investigation into the Washington Football Team that snared former Raiders coach Jon Gruden.

Jake Aferiat

Iyer: The best trade deadline move for every team

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

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, Week 7

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

Vinnie Iyer

Jackson Mahomes apologizes for dancing on Sean Taylor's number

Jackson Mahomes, the younger brother of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, posted a TikTok on Sunday of him dancing on Sean Taylor's newly retired number on the FedEx Field turf.

Madison Williams

Patrick Mahomes' mom wants NFL stat change to put interception blame on Tyreek Hill

Patrick Mahomes' mom won't let her son take the blame for his first interception on Sunday afternoon.

Jacob Camenker

Gruden emails, explained: Raiders coach resigns

Raiders coach Jon Gruden resigned Monday following leaks of several emails from 2010 through 2018 that included racist, sexist, homophobic and transphobic language.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Vinnie Iyer's Week 6 NFL picks against the spread

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

Vinnie Iyer

Bill Bender's Week 6 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

What channel is Chiefs vs. Washington on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 6 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Chiefs vs. Washington game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels for the Week 6 NFL matchup.

Dani Mohr

Jon Gruden's emails only ones in WFT probe to warrant NFL action, report says

A source told The Associated Press that no other comments by team or league personnel included the same type of language as that of the former Raiders coach.

Edward Sutelan

Washington criticized for timing of Sean Taylor jersey retirement

There are many reasons the fans of the Washington Football Team feel shortchanged by the timing of this announcement/jersey retirement.

Jacob Camenker

NFL QB power rankings 1-32

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

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, Week 5

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

Vinnie Iyer

Taysom Hill carted off field after head hit

Taysom Hill was hit in the head by Washington's William Jackson III and carted off the field.

Madison Williams

Vinnie Iyer's Week 5 NFL picks against the spread

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

Vinnie Iyer

Bill Bender's Week 5 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

NFL power rankings, Week 5

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

Vinnie Iyer

How Washington stunned the Falcons late despite missing every extra-point attempt

The Falcons gave up two touchdowns late in the fourth quarter to help Washington win despite the Football Team's own extra-point miscues.

Edward Sutelan

Young hit with horrendous roughing penalty

The call against young was questionable— very questionable — at best.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is Washington vs. Falcons on?

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

Trevor Booth

Sporting News' latest 2022 NFL mock draft

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

Vinnie Iyer

Vinnie Iyer's Week 4 NFL picks against the spread

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

Vinnie Iyer

Bill Bender's Week 4 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

NFL power rankings, Week 4

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

Vinnie Iyer

What's wrong with these struggling 2020 playoff teams?

Six NFL playoff teams from 2020 are below .500 to start the 2021 season, including the Chiefs for the first time with Patrick Mahomes. Here's what's wrong and how they can fix it in time to make it back to the playoffs.

Vinnie Iyer

Dustin Hopkins recovers his own kickoff as wind wreaks havoc in Bills vs. Washington game

The windy conditions in Buffalo created a bizarre kickoff of which Dustin Hopkins took advantage.

Jacob Camenker

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

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

Jake Aferiat

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

Bill Bender's Week 3 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

Robert Griffin III open to return to Washington

Robert Griffin III would be happy if things came "full circle" and he ended up back in Washington.

Jacob Camenker

Golladay says he wasn't barking at Jones on sideline

It was actually directed at a member of the Giants' coaching staff.

Jacob Camenker

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

Vinnie Iyer's Week 2 NFL picks against the spread

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

Vinnie Iyer

Bill Bender's Week 2 NFL picks straight up

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

Bill Bender

Nick Gates injury update: Giants lineman suffers gruesome leg injury vs. Washington

The New York guard was carted off the field after having his left leg placed in a cast.

Tom Gatto

WFT edge Giants after getting second chance

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Giants vs. Washington on "Thursday Night Football." Follow for complete results from the NFL's Week 2 game.

Madison Williams

Giants' late-game miscues lead to fifth straight 0-2 start

New York and its fans were far from pleased at the final result on "Thursday Night Football" as the team squandered multiple chances to win.

Trevor Booth

Chase Young called for roughing Daniel Jones; Twitter calls NFL 'soft' again

Twitter was not happy about a roughing the passer penalty assessed to Washington's Chase Young in the first quarter of "Thursday Night Football."

Trevor Booth

Saquon Barkley Injury Update

Is Saquon Barkley playing on Thursday night for the Giants against Washington? We have the latest injury updates ahead of the Thursday Night Football official active/inactive report and one of your first start 'em, sit 'em decisions of Week 2.

Jackson Sparks

Who is Taylor Heinicke? What to know about WFT QB

With Ryan Fitzpatrick shelved with a busted hip, the 2020 playoff stand-in gets his next shot as a starter for the Washington Football Team.

Joe Rivera

Week 2 TNF DraftKings Picks

The Giants and Washington open Week 2 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

Week 2 TNF FanDuel Picks

There aren't high offensive hopes for the Giants-Washington Week 2 Thursday Night Football showdown, but some players will perform well...right? If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Craig Williams

Week 2 TNF Start 'em, Sit 'em

Get your fantasy football week started off right with our start 'em, sit 'em lineup advice for Giants-Washington Football Team on Week 2 'Thursday Night Football.'

Vinnie Iyer

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

The TV channel for Thursday night's Week 2 NFL game is different than it was in Week 1. Here is everything you need to know to watch Giants vs. Washington.

Jacob Camenker

Giants vs. Washington odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL 'Thursday Night Football'

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

The TV channel for Thursday night's Week 2 NFL game is different than it was in Week 1. Here is everything you need to know to watch Giants vs. Washington.

Jacob Camenker

What channel is Giants vs. Washington on today? Schedule, time for NFL 'Thursday Night Football' in Week 2

The TV channel for Thursday night's Week 2 NFL game is different than it was in Week 1. Here is everything you need to know to watch Giants vs. Washington.

Jacob Camenker

Where is Cam Newton playing now? Washington, Giants could be 2021 options for free agent

Cam Newton remains a free agent. Could either of the teams playing on "Thursday Night Football" could take a look at him?

Jacob Camenker

Saquon Barkley injury update: Giants running back questionable for 'Thursday Night Football'

The Giants haven't made a decision on whether their star running back will suit up against the Washington Football Team.

Edward Sutelan

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

Ryan Fitzpatrick injury update: Washington to start Taylor Heinicke with veteran placed on IR

Ryan Fitzpatrick's season isn't over, but the Washington Football Team quarterback is set to miss at least a few weeks.

Jacob Camenker

Ryan Fitzpatrick injury update: Washington QB ruled out with hip injury in Week 1

The Washington quarterback exited the game before halftime and was replaced by Tyler Heinickie.

Joe Rivera

'That's sewage': Pipe bursts over fans' heads at FedEx Field during Washington vs. Chargers game

A video that surfaced on Twitter purports the pipe was spilling sewage onto unfortunate Washington fans.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is Washington vs. Chargers on today?

Here's everything to know about watching Washington vs. the Chargers on Sunday afternoon, including the start time and TV channel for the NFL Week 1 game.

Trevor Booth

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cam Newton, Michael Jordan lead Notable NFL cuts

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

Vinnie Iyer

Early NFL picks against the spread for Week 1

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

J.K. Dobbins injury update: Ravens running back (knee) out for season

Dobbins left the game midway through the first quarter against the Washington Football Team.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Armada? RedHogs? Washington Football Team narrows list of names to unknown three

The Washington Football Team is down to three options for its new name.

Edward Sutelan

Bill Belichick miffed with late Washington timeout; Pats respond with 91-yard TD

Ron Rivera probably just wanted the ball back to get an extra few plays on offense. It worked out for him, just in a different way.

Joe Rivera

Why Patriots' Rhamondre Stevenson may have trouble earning carries despite strong preseason debut

Rhamondre Stevenson made serious noise in his preseason debut, but that may not do much to earn him carries for the Patriots in 2021.

Jacob Camenker

Washington's Chase Young sets Twitter ablaze with hit on Patriots' Cam Newton in preseason debut

Chase Young had a big impact in limited action during his first preseason game.

Jacob Camenker

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

Why was Dwayne Haskins released? Steelers take a flier on 2019 first-round pick after Washington cut ties

Dwayne Haskins lasted only 20 months with the Washington Football Team after being a first-round pick. Now, he's with the Steelers trying to prove he can be their quarterback of the future.

Jacob Camenker

T.J. Ward sparks outrage with since-deleted tweets about cancer survivor Ron Rivera

T.J. Ward found himself in hot water after some comments he made about Ron Rivera.

Jacob Camenker

Ron Rivera frustrated Washington's players reluctant to get vaccinated

Rivera, who is coming off chemotherapy treatments, just wants his team vaccinated.

Joe Rivera

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

Why the Washington Football Team has eliminated Warriors as potential new name

The Washington Football Team won't be changing its name to the Warriors. Here's why.

Jacob Camenker

Washington Football Team fined $10 million after NFL investigation

The Football Team is a bit lighter in the pockets than they once were.

Joe Rivera

Washington's Montez Sweat has confusing, contradictory response to COVID vaccine

Sweat says he needs more facts despite meeting with experts.

Joe Rivera

Dan Snyder aiming to open new stadium for Washington Football Team by 2027

He told TMZ that it is going to be a "state-of-the-art" facility.

Edward Sutelan

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

Washington, with its new nickname-less state, made the NFL playoffs for the first time in five years in 2020. Despite a 7-9 record in the first season under coach Ron Rivera, the Football Team won the weak NFC East.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, post-2021 draft edition

With the 2021 NFL Draft completed and most key free agents signed, here are Sporting News' latest NFL power rankings, updated with each team's offseason moves.

Vinnie Iyer

2021 NFL Draft grades for all 32 teams

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

WFT draft picks 2021: Who did Washington take? Full list of NFL Draft selections

Here is a complete list of Washington Football Team draft picks in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Joe Rivera

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

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

Joe Rivera

SN's NFL Mock Draft for Rounds 2-3

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

Vinnie Iyer

SN's final NFL Mock Draft for 2021

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Joe Rivera

NFL Mock Draft 2021: Complete 7-round edition

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Joe Rivera

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

Alex Smith says Washington Football Team coaches were 'patronizing' during injury recovery

Smith's father went so far as to claim the team "sabotaged" his son's return.

Jordan Greer

Ryan Fitzpatrick shares story of 'worst text' he sent to Alex Smith after QB's leg injury

Smith was able to complete a "miracle" comeback by returning to the field in 2020, so Fitzpatrick can laugh about the memory now.

Jordan Greer

Alex Smith announces retirement; Patrick Mahomes, NFL world react to QB's career

After a 16-year NFL career, Smith is hanging up the cleats.

Joe Rivera

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

WFT name could become permanent

Washington is reportedly considering keeping the placeholder permanent.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Daniel Snyder and Washington Football Team: A timeline of his dysfunctional, now full ownership

Daniel Snyder is the worst owner the NFL has had for the past two decades. Here's a look at his troubling tenure.

Vinnie Iyer

Mac Jones mock draft: Raiders, 49ers, Steelers among best 2021 NFL Draft fits for Alabama QB

Mac Jones has a mix of all the traits to perform and win at a high level in the NFL. Here are the best 2021 NFL Draft fits for the Alabama quarterback.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL free agency tracker 2021

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

Joe Rivera

Trey Lance mock draft: 49ers, Patriots among best 2021 NFL Draft fits for NDSU quarterback

North Dakota State's Trey Lance is the classic high-upside quarterback prospect who attracts many teams in the 2021 NFL Draft, but he's also low on experience, which should detract a few teams, too.

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

Von Miller's best fits if Broncos cut star pass-rusher

The Broncos have a tough decision to make with eight-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Von Miller.

Vinnie Iyer

Alex Smith reportedly out in Washington — Here are their QB options

Alex Smith's tenure as Washington quarterback might not have been illustrious, but it was certainly memorable. Here are Washington's options as it looks toward life without Smith.

Joe Rivera

Russell Wilson trade rumors: Most realistic fits for disgruntled QB

The Russell Wilson trade rumors are gaining steam just as the Deshaun Watson trade rumors are starting to fade.

Vinnie Iyer

When will the Washington Football Team pick a new name?

The Washington Football Team will remain so for at least one more season.

Joe Rivera

Smith says WFT didn't want him

Smith, a near-unanimous selection for NFL Comeback Player of the Year in 2020, said his return from a life-threatening injury threw a "wrench" into WFT's quarterback plans.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Remembering Marty Schottenheimer

Marty Schottenheimer was a fiery coach and a master motivator, but above all he built winning teams.

Bill Bender

NFL world mourns loss of Marty Schottenheimer

Schottenheimer, who won 200 games as an NFL head coach, died after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's disease.

Joe Rivera

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

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

Deshaun Watson's best trade fits include Patriots, Dolphins

Here's a look at the best trade fits for Deshaun Watson and the Texans after the franchise QB requested to be moved in the NFL offseason.

Vinnie Iyer

WFT coach Ron Rivera cancer-free, family announces

Rivera completed treatments for squamous cell carcinoma in October 2020.

Tom Gatto

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

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

Steelers sign Dwayne Haskins to 1-year deal after Washington release

The maligned former quarterback of the Washington Football Team found a new team to call home — though he appears to be on a trial run.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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

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

Chase Young had a special request for Tom Brady after Buccaneers-Washington playoff game

There was nothing but respect shared between Brady and Young when they met after the wild-card game.

Jordan Greer

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

'Gutsy' Heinicke a hero in defeat

Washington came up short against the Buccaneers in the playoffs, but not for a lack of effort from their fill-in quarterback.

Stats Perform News

NFL odds, lines, point spreads: Updated playoff betting information for picking every wild-card game

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

Vinnie Iyer

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

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

Jordan Greer

Who is Taylor Heinicke? Washington Football Team QB replaces Alex Smith in playoff game

With Alex Smith hobbled by a sore calf, Taylor Heinicke makes his return to starting in the league.

Joe Rivera

Taylor Heinicke's incredible play has Washington fans bashing Dwayne Haskins

Heinicke reached a top speed of 19.29 mph on a third-quarter touchdown, part of a surprisingly competent performance.

Dan Bernstein

Buccaneers vs. Washington score, result: Tom Brady avoids upset against Taylor Heinicke

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the Buccaneers vs. Washington wild-card matchup on Saturday night. Follow for complete results from the 2021 NFL playoff game.

Dan Bernstein

Chase Young wants to be Tom Brady's next playoff nightmare

The rookie pass rusher might be the Washington Football Team's best hope of upsetting Tampa Bay in the wild-card round of the 2021 playoffs.

Dan Bernstein

What channel is Buccaneers vs. Washington on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL wild-card playoff game

The NFL playoff schedule for 2021 brings us Buccaneers vs. Washington on Saturday with NBC as the TV channel and a kickoff time of 8:15 p.m. ET. Here is how to watch today's wild-card game in Washington, D.C.

Billy Heyen

NFL picks, predictions for wild card weekend

In our picks and predictions for 2021 NFL wild-card weekend, Lamar Jackson leads the Ravens to a playoff win and the Steelers survive a scare from the Browns in prime time.

Bill Bender

NFL picks against the spread for wild-card weekend

In our picks and predictions against the spread for wild-card weekend of the 2021 NFL playoffs, the Bills survive a close call against the Colts, the Rams upset their division rivals and the Steelers and Saints both win comfortably.

Vinnie Iyer

Montez Sweat joked with Jalen Hurts after Eagles benching: 'I don’t know what would’ve happened if you stayed in there'

The Eagles' controversial decision to bench Hurts was met with relief by Washington Football players.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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

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

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

Eagles' Jason Kelce speaks out on Doug Pederson's decision to bench Jalen Hurts, play Nate Sudfeld

Kelce addressed the drama in a lengthy Instagram post, saying he wanted to "clarify and more accurately depict what happened" during Sunday's game between the Eagles and the Washington Football Team.

Jordan Greer

Bruce Arians warns Chase Young for Tom Brady request: 'You better watch what you wish for'

The Washington Football Team faces the Buccaneers on Saturday night, and the two teams are already exchanging barbs.

Joe Rivera

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