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Where is the Super Bowl in 2021? Location, city, stadium for Super Bowl 55 and beyond

Super Bowl 2021 will take place at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, with three of the four years beyond that also already determined by the NFL.

Billy Heyen

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

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

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Aaron Rodgers' playoff record

Aaron Rodgers has a proven playoff track record, and he's trying to reach the Super Bowl for the first time in a decade Sunday.

Bill Bender

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When is the last time Buccaneers went to a Super Bowl?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have only reached the Super Bowl once in their history, but they did win that lone appearance.

Billy Heyen

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When is the last time Packers went to a Super Bowl?

The last time the Green Bay Packers played in the Super Bowl, Aaron Rodgers and company hoisted the Lombardi Trophy.

Billy Heyen

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When is the last time Bills went to a Super Bowl?

The Buffalo Bills haven't been to the Super Bowl since their string of four consecutive losses in the big game with Jim Kelly at quarterback.

Billy Heyen

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How many Super Bowls have the Chiefs won?

The Kansas City Chiefs have won two Super Bowls and played in three overall. The victories came 50 years apart.

Billy Heyen

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Patrick Mahomes injury update ahead of AFC championship game

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

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Steelers sign Haskins 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

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NFC title game will say so much about how Aaron Rodgers' career is remembered

The NFC championship game will say so much about how Aaron Rodgers' career is remembered.

Mike DeCourcy

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Can 49ers trade for Deshaun Watson?

The 49ers have the draft picks and Jimmy Garoppolo to offer the Texans, plus the appeal of stability and an ability to contend to convince Deshaun Watson to come to San Francisco.

Vinnie Iyer

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Texans don't consider Tua adequate replacement for Watson

Houston reportedly doesn't consider Tagovailoa, coming off his rookie campaign, as an adequate replacement for Watson.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Chiefs' Hill explains why he shoved coach

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

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Revisiting the Chiefs' bold trade up with Bills to pick Mahomes

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

Billy Heyen

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Drew Brees played with torn rotator cuff, fascia in 2020, wife Brittany reveals

Brees' injury went unreported throughout the 2020 season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Patrick Mahomes practices, status uncertain for AFC championship

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

Joe Rivera

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Colts' best QB replacements for Philip Rivers

The Colts will be looking for another starting quarterback in 2021 after one-year starter Philip Rivers' decision to retire from the NFL.

Vinnie Iyer

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Philip Rivers announces NFL retirement

The former Chargers and Colts QB will now have plenty of time to spend with all of his kids.

Joe Rivera

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Browns' Wilson makes peace with Mahomes' mum

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

Joe Rivera

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SN Mock Draft: Justin Fields falls to Falcons after Jets skip QB

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projects pick Nos. 1-28 after the NFL divisional playoffs, including a big shakeup early after Trevor Lawrence goes to the Jaguars and Urban Meyer as expected.

Vinnie Iyer

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Patrick Mahomes' status uncertain for AFC championship

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

Joe Rivera

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Mahomes' mum was not pleased with hit that injured QB

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

Joe Rivera

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Why a Deshaun Watson trade to Jets has plenty of pros, minimal cons for New York

If Deshaun Watson were to waive his no-trade clause to go to the Jets, it's not as bad a situation as you may think.

Joe Rivera

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Latest news on Antonio Brown's knee injury

Brown was hobbled in the NFC divisional round and underwent an MRI early this week.

Dan Bernstein

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Patrick Mahomes' status uncertain for AFC championship

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

Joe Rivera

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Super Bowl winners by player: Who has the most rings in NFL history?

Tom Brady made history last year in Super Bowl 53. Here's a look at current and former NFL players with the most championship rings all time. Hint: Ex-49ers and Steelers frequent the list.

Jacob Janower

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Patrick Mahomes evaluated for concussion after having difficulty standing

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

Joe Rivera

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Chad Henne's late-game heroics vs. Browns preserve Chiefs' season, cause #HenneThingIsPossible to trend

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

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bills reach AFC Championship

The Buffalo Bills stayed hot in the NFL playoffs after outclassing the Baltimore Ravens in the Divisional Round on Saturday.

Sacha Pisani

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Packers advance to NFC Champ Game

The Green Bay Packers – inspired by Aaron Rodgers – advanced to the NFL title game on Saturday.

Sacha Pisani

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Aaron Rodgers' resemblance to old, late-1800s lookalike photo is uncanny

Aaron Rodgers bears a great resemblance to a man in a late-19th century photo that was recently sold on Ebay. It's not the first time Rodgers has been accused of having a doppelganger.

Billy Heyen

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Who is the fastest player in the NFL? Lamar Jackson trailed Raheem Mostert, others in 2020

Tyreek Hill isn't quite the fastest player in the NFL; maybe that's John Ross or Raheem Mostert. But Hill and his teammate, Mecole Hardman, are just two examples of the modern NFL's bevy of supremely fast players.

Billy Heyen

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Projecting Josh Allen's next contract with Bills: How much should Buffalo pay QB after rookie deal?

The Bills should feel a lot more comfortable about rewarding Josh Allen with a lucrative second contract.

Vinnie Iyer

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Rams' Goff must reverse rough playoff, cold-weather stats against Packers

Jared Goff is 3-2 in the playoffs, but he'll have to better statistically and in the cold to beat Green Bay at Lambeau Field.

Bill Bender

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What happened to Blake Bortles?

Blake Bortles never quite delivered on his promise in Jacksonville, but with the Rams' quarterbacks dealing with injuries, the Los Angeles backup could be looking at a big stage.

Billy Heyen

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Smith, Falcons reach agreement

Arthur Smith has ended his decade-long association with the Tennessee Titans to succeed Dan Quinn as Atlanta Falcons head coach.

Daniel Lewis

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McVay vs. LaFleur: Inside the battle of top young coaches

Matt LaFleur was a successful offensive coordinator under Sean McVay in Los Angeles. Now their paths cross in the NFC divisional playoffs in Green Bay.

Bill Bender

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Deshaun Watson's latest tweet amid Texans turmoil sends Twitter back into trade frenzy

A 10-word tweet was all it took for the current Houston quarterback to send Twitter into a frenzy.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Meyer leaves door open for non-Trevor Lawrence pick in NFL Draft

Meyer created some drama by name-dropping several players he could choose with the top pick of the 2021 NFL Draft.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Goff to start for Rams against Packers

John Wolford will not recover in time to play the Packers, meaning the Rams will start with Jared Goff and his injured thumb.

Ben Spratt

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Jaguars appoint Meyer

Urban Meyer was on Thursday confirmed as Doug Marrone's successor at the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Peter Thompson

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Jets hire Robert Saleh as head coach, return to defensive posture

New York's recent coaches, save for Adam Gase, have all come from that side of the ball.

Tom Gatto

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Brady full of respect for Brees

As he prepares to face Drew Brees, Tom Brady spoke of his respect for his fellow quarterback.

Dejan Kalinic

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Why Josh Allen's MVP case is closer to Aaron Rodgers' than you think

Josh Allen was never in the lead for the NFL MVP or even in the running, really, yet he had nearly as good a season as Aaron Rodgers in 2020.

Billy Heyen

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Steelers make coaching changes

Randy Fichtner's long association with the Steelers is over after it was confirmed he will not be back as offensive coordinator.

Rob Lancaster

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Tom Brady vs. Drew Brees: Inside the numbers

Tom Brady and Drew Brees first met in 1999. The 40-something QBs rekindle their competitive rivalry Sunday in the first of two historic matchups this season.

Bill Bender

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Tomlin discusses Roethlisberger's future at Steelers

Mike Tomlin was asked about the future of Ben Roethlisberger as the Pittsburgh Steelers pick up the pieces following their playoff exit.

Sacha Pisani

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Jets fan camps outside team facility as coaching search continues

Jets fans are a pretty passionate and obsessive bunch.

Joe Rivera

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Seahawks extend Schneider

John Schneider will be with the Seattle Seahawks through the 2027 draft after signing a contract extension.

Nicholas McGee

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Young had a special request for Tom Brady after playoff game

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

Jordan Greer

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Ranking the Eagles' best coaching candidates to replace fired Doug Pederson

Here's a look at the Eagles' best head-coaching fits to replace Doug Pederson, who was fired Monday three years after winning a Super Bowl for Philadelphia.

Vinnie Iyer

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Belichick declines medal from Trump

Bill Belichick has spurned the Presidential Medal of Freedom offer after supporters of Donald Trump stormed the United States Capitol.

Sacha Pisani

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Wentz not the reason for Pederson's sacking, says Eagles owner

Jeffrey Lurie discussed his decision to sack Super Bowl-winning head coach Doug Pederson on Monday.

Sacha Pisani

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Eagles fire Pederson

Doug Pederson delivered the first Super Bowl in franchise history for the Eagles, but he was fired on Monday after a disappointing 2020.

Nicholas McGee

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Bucs activate White from COVID list

Devin White looks set to return to boost the Buccaneers' pass rush for their Divisional Round meeting with the Saints.

Nicholas McGee

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Eagles fire Pederson

Doug Pederson delivered the first Super Bowl in franchise history for the Eagles, but he was fired on Monday after a disappointing 2020.

Stats Perform News

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Bills' Josh Allen shows off ridiculous arm on three throws in playoff game vs. Colts

Three separate throws shows just how dangerous Allen can be as a passer.

Joe Rivera

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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

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Controversial ruling on Zach Pascal fumble nearly cost Bills first playoff win since 1995

A questionable decision by officials nearly cost the Bills a wild-card win over the visiting Colts.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Is Drew Brees retiring? What we know about Saints quarterback's plans for 2021

ESPN's Adam Schefter indicated during Week 17 that Drew Brees is expected to retire following the 2021 NFL playoffs. He's got a TV job lined up with NBC.

Billy Heyen

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Can Washington upset Bucs?

After making the playoffs with a losing record, how can the Washington Football Team pull off the upset against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers?

Nicholas McGee

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Cowboys fire Mike Nolan, Jim Tomsula after defense's failures in 2020

Dallas booted its top defensive coaches after the franchise set a record for most points allowed in a season.

Tom Gatto

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Why is Antonio Brown living with Tom Brady?

Antonio Brown reunited with Tom Brady in Tampa Bay after the two spent some time together in New England.

Jordan Heck

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Steelers' Smith-Schuster gives Browns extra motivation with dismissive comments

Smith-Schuster may not have danced on the Browns' logo prior to last week's loss in Cleveland, but he still managed to give them bulletin-board material ahead of Sunday night's wild-card game.

Jordan Greer

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Arians discusses Brady's approach

Ahead of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' first playoff appearance since 2007, Bruce Arians and Tom Brady are raising standards.

Dejan Kalinic

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Evans a game-time decision for Bucs

Mike Evans made NFL history in Week 17 of the regular season and now has "a chance" of making his playoff debut on Saturday.

Ben Spratt

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Browns insist 'anything can happen' in Steelers Wild Card game

Head coach Kevin Stefanski will be missing on Sunday, but all is far from lost for the Cleveland Browns in the playoffs.

Rob Lancaster

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Watson could request Texans trade after Nick Caserio hire, report

The fourth-year quarterback had one of his best individual seasons in 2020, but team success eluded Houston.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Lawrence: The best is yet to come

In his farewell to Clemson, Trevor Lawrence expressed confidence the best is yet to come as he heads to the NFL and likely the Jaguars.

Nicholas McGee

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Kelce speaks out on Pederson's decision to bench Hurts

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

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Dolphins OC Gailey resigns

Chan Gailey, who this year worked with Tua Tagovailoa, has resigned from his post as the Miami Dolphins' offensive coordinator.

Ben Spratt

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Lawrence declares for NFL Draft

The presumptive number one overall pick in the draft, Trevor Lawrence, has declared his intention to turn professional.

Nicholas McGee

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Bruce Arians warns Chase Young for Tom Brady request

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

Joe Rivera

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Seahawks to wait until gameday to make Jamal Adams decision

Jamal Adams' availability for the Seattle Seahawks' clash against the Los Angeles Rams is uncertain.

Dejan Kalinic

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Washington QB Smith misses practice

A calf injury saw quarterback Alex Smith miss practice for the Washington Football Team.

Dejan Kalinic

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Dolphins 'very happy' with Tua

Tua Tagovailoa endured a dismal end to his rookie season but the Miami Dolphins are adamant they are happy with his progress.

Nicholas McGee

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NFL Draft order 2021: Updated list of picks for every non-playoff team after Week 17

The conclusion of Week 17 means the first 18 picks in the 2021 NFL Draft are in their final order. The Jaguars and Jets will lead off proceedings, as long as there aren't any trades.

Billy Heyen

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

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

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL 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

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SN predicts the 2021 NFL playoff bracket

Sporting News' NFL experts make their predictions for the 2021 playoff bracket, including AFC and NFC champions and their picks for Super Bowl 55.

Brandon Schlager

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Will Kevin Stefanski coach vs. Steelers?

The Browns' coronavirus outbreak continues, this time reaching head coach Kevin Stefanski and other members of the coaching staff.

Joe Rivera

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Eagles players had to be 'held back' from Pederson, report

Some players were very, very displeased with Pederson's quarterback switch.

Joe Rivera

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Ranking the NFL's 2021 playoff QBs

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

Bill Bender

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Judge furious after Eagles loss

New York Giants coach Joe Judge was furious after Philadelphia's 20-14 loss to Washington eliminated the Giants from the NFL playoff race.

Samuel Green

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Lynn fired by LA Chargers

Anthony Lynn will not be back as head coach of the Chargers, having gone 33-31 in the regular season while in the job.

Rob Lancaster

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NFL playoff bracket 2021: Full schedule, TV channels, how to watch in Australia, scores for AFC & NFC games

With the NFL playoff bracket for 2021 set, here is the entire postseason game schedule complete with TV channels for all playoff games, live stream info and more.

Billy Heyen

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NFL Draft order 2021: Updated list of picks for every non-playoff team after Week 17

The conclusion of Week 17 means the first 18 picks in the 2021 NFL Draft are in their final order. The Jaguars and Jets will lead off proceedings, as long as there aren't any trades.

Billy Heyen

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Tom Brady helps Antonio Brown get paid during Buccaneers' blowout of Falcons

A series of short passes with time ticking down in the fourth quarter got Antonio Brown a nice bonus.

Joe Rivera

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NFL playoff bracket, explained: How byes, seeding will work in expanded 2021 format

The NFL's new playoff bracket has 14 teams instead of 12, two byes instead of four and three wild cards instead of two. We've explained how byes and seeding work in the first year of the new setup.

Billy Heyen

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Saints lose all of their running backs in Week 17 due to COVID-19 rules

The Saints are in a similar situation as the Broncos when they had no quarterbacks.

Stats Perform News

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NFL playoff elimination scenarios for Giants, Dolphins, Ravens and more in Week 17

There will be four NFL teams entering Week 17 with a chance to make the playoffs that will miss out based on these NFL playoff elimination scenarios.

Billy Heyen

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No regrets for beaten Lawrence

After losing what is likely to be the final game of his college career, Trevor Lawrence held his head high.

Chris Myson

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Brady has 'totally exceeded' expectations, says Arians

Bruce Arians has been hugely impressed by Tom Brady's leadership with the Bucs, saying: "Peyton Manning is the only thing close".

Rob Lancaster

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Alvin Kamara placed on COVID list

A week on from his Christmas Day heroics, Alvin Kamara will sit out the New Orleans Saints' regular season finale with coronavirus.

Ben Spratt

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Gronk: Brady all-in with Bucs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers stars Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski discussed their relationship.

Dejan Kalinic

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Saints' Alvin Kamara fined by NFL for Christmas cleats

Kamara had a monster game in the green-and-red footwear.

Joe Rivera

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Browns keep practice facility closed amid COVID-19 concerns

Amid coronavirus concerns, the Cleveland Browns kept their training facility closed.

Dejan Kalinic

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Arians: Super Bowl or bust for Bucs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians has high expectations for his team this season.

Sacha Pisani

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Jackson focused on clinching playoff berth, not individual history

Baltimore Ravens quarterback and reigning MVP Lamar Jackson is eyeing a spot in the playoffs, not individual history.

Sacha Pisani

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

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

Billy Heyen

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Bills fans allowed to attend Buffalo's first home playoff game in 24 years

The Buffalo Bills will play at least one home playoff game this season, and they'll be allowed to have a limited number of fans after a Wednesday announcement from New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.

Billy Heyen

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Browns close facility due to COVID-19

Preparations for the Cleveland Browns' crucial game against the Pittsburgh Steelers have been impacted by further COVID-19 cases.

Scott Garbarini

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Urban Meyer NFL rumours

Urban Meyer's been rumored as a possible NFL head coaching target before, but there's a sense that the former Ohio State coach might actually make the jump this time around.

Billy Heyen

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Johnny Manziel signs on to play in new football league that lets fans call plays

Johnny Manziel will resume his football career by joining a startup pro football league called Fan Controlled Football, which is scheduled to begin play in February.

Billy Heyen

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Why Bill Belichick's Cam Newton experiment was an epic failure for Patriots

Bill Belichick tried to use Cam Newton as a life hack at quarterback. But for as much success the Patriots have had with a "Do Your Job" roster, there's no such cheat code for the NFL's premier position.

Vinnie Iyer

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Rudolph to start for Steelers

Mason Rudolph will start at quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

Jon Fisher

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Bill Belichick's angry phone throw becomes instant meme

Bill Belichick threw a phone during the Patriots' loss on "Monday Night Football" to the Bills, and it quickly became a meme on social media.

Billy Heyen

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Cardinals' Murray in doubt for crucial Rams clash

The Arizona Cardinals could be without Kyler Murray when they face the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday with a playoff place on the line.

Nicholas McGee

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How Belichick's timeline of poor GM decisions set the Patriots up to struggle

Bill Belichick's general manager moves in New England in recent years haven't been great at quarterback, in the draft or in free agency in general. Those moves are at the heart of a bad 2020 for the Patriots.

Billy Heyen

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Allen: Diggs connection is special

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen discussed his connection with Stefon Diggs after Monday's win.

Dejan Kalinic

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Tom Brady gets last laugh on Bill Belichick

Tom Brady is having a chuckle over his current fruitful situation in Tampa Bay considering how bad Bill Belichick has had it in New England without him.

Vinnie Iyer

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Why was Dwayne Haskins released? Washington cuts 2019 first-round pick after turbulent week

The Washington Football Team released quarterback Dwayne Haskins on Monday afternoon following his Week 16 benching. Here's why Ron Rivera and the WFT moved on from their former first-round pick.

Billy Heyen

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How Bill Belichick's timeline of poor GM decisions set the Patriots up to struggle

Bill Belichick's general manager moves in New England in recent years haven't been great at quarterback, in the draft or in free agency in general. Those moves are at the heart of a bad 2020 for the Patriots.

Billy Heyen

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Rodgers' MVP case strengthening

The race for the NFL MVP award looks to be turning firmly in the favour of Green Bay Packers star Aaron Rodgers.

Nicholas McGee

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Jaguars fans cheer after Bears score touchdown to help Trevor Lawrence tank

The Jaguars allowed an early touchdown to the Bears in Week 16 which prompted Jacksonville fans to cheer. They know their future is brightest if they land Trevor Lawrence.

Billy Heyen

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Updated 2021 NFL Draft order: Jaguars clinch No. 1 pick, Trevor Lawrence after Jets win again

The Jets won again in Week 16, clinching the No. 1 pick for the Jacksonville Jaguars. That likely means Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence is heading to the Jags.

Billy Heyen

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Giants QB Jones set to start

The Giants will have starting quarterback Daniel Jones back when they look to upset the in-form Ravens.

Chris Myson

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Kamara: I did a small part

Alvin Kamara equalled an NFL record and the New Orleans Saints running back praised his team-mates.

Dejan Kalinic

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Brees hails 'astounding' Kamara

Drew Brees enjoyed Alvin Kamara's stunning performance for the New Orleans Saints.

Dejan Kalinic

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Alvin Kamara highlights from Saints vs. Vikings: All 6 touchdowns, ranked

Kamara had a historic outing against Minnesota, scoring six times in an easy win.

Dan Bernstein

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Logan Ryan signs new Giants deal

Safety Logan Ryan said a new deal with the New York Giants has given his a Christmas morning he will never forget.

Peter Thompson

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Jones to miss Chiefs clash

Wide receiver Julio Jones will not make his Atlanta Falcons return against NFL champions the Kansas City Chiefs this weekend.

Peter Thompson

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Even Evan Engram couldn't believe that Evan Engram made the Pro Bowl

When he got the message, the Giants' tight end thought quarterback Daniel Jones was messing with him.

Joe Rivera

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Haskins stripped of captaincy after supposed strip club visit

The Washington Football Team decided to take away Haskins' captaincy after his visit to what he says was a birthday party.

Joe Rivera

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

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

Dan Bernstein

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Brady reflects on milestone 300th

Tom Brady is set to play his 300th NFL game when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face the Detroit Lions.

Dejan Kalinic

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Steelers' JuJu Smith-Schuster says he'll stop TikTok dances on opponents' logos

Steelers wideout JuJu Smith-Schuster said he'll stop dancing on the logos of Pittsburgh's opponents for his TikTok brand, instead taking the route he says is for the good of the team.

Billy Heyen

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Giants' Joe Judge says 'let's forget about Christmas' in all-time coach quote

Giants head coach Joe Judge wants to focus on the Ravens in Week 16, even though he keeps getting asked about Christmas.

Billy Heyen

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Fantasy Week 16 WR Injury Updates

Are Julio Jones and Kenny Golladay finally returning to the field? And how injured are DeVante Parker and Tyler Boyd? Here are the latest updates on key WR injuries and how they're impacting our Week 16 WR rankings and start 'em, sit 'em decisions.

Jacob Camenker

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Fantasy Week 16 TE Injury Updates

Injuries to George Kittle, Mike Gesicki, and Eric Ebron could thin out our Week 16 TE rankings. Get the latest injury updates and start 'em, sit 'em advice ahead of fantasy football championship games.

Jacob Camenker

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Fantasy Week 16 RB Injury Updates

Ezekiel Elliott, Cam Akers, James Robinson, and Ronald Jones are among the RB injuries that could impact our Week 16 RB rankings. Get the latest updates on how they could affect key start 'em, sit 'em decisions and waiver wire strategy.

Jacob Camenker

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2020 RB Handcuff chart

Fantasy football running back handcuffs are the backups and rookie sleepers you hope you never need. Ideally, early-round RBs stay healthy all season, but if you need to make moves on the waiver wire due to injury, we've got the next men up.

Billy Heyen

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Tomlin promises 'conversation' with Smith-Schuster about TikTok dances

JuJu Smith-Schuster’s pregame dances on the opposing team’s logo when playing on the road, recorded for the social media site TikTok, have become a motivator for opponents during the Steelers' losing streak.

Mike DeCourcy

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Haskins reportedly partied in strip club without mask after loss

Haskins tweeted an apology after the news broke.

Joe Rivera

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Mahomes, Rodgers headline rosters

The Kansas City Chiefs and Green Bay Packers each had seven players named on the Pro Bowl rosters.

Dejan Kalinic

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SN's latest mock draft for 2021

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft keeps six quarterbacks in the first round, topped with the flip at the top between Jacksonville and New York. Also, Philadelphia and New England grab needed downfield playmakers from the Crimson Tide.

Vinnie Iyer

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How the Browns can clinch an NFL playoff spot, still catch Steelers in AFC North

The Browns are heavy favorites to make the playoffs barring an absolute disaster. After the results of Week 15, making up another game in the AFC North, they have some chance of chasing down the struggling Steelers for a division title.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tomlin: We're not good right now

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin lamented his side's performance against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Dejan Kalinic

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Bengals stun Steelers in huge upset

The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a shock loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL.

Dejan Kalinic

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Tank for Trevor Lawrence tracker: Updated 2021 NFL Draft order for Jets, Jaguars, Falcons & more teams

And then there were two: the Jets and the Jaguars.

Joe Rivera

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To many Jets fans, their team lost by winning

The only time that losses might have been welcome in New York, and the Jets, unsurprisingly, found a way to blow it.

Joe Rivera

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Haskins to start for Washington in place of Smith

Dwayne Haskins will get the start at quarterback for the surging Washington Football Team, with Alex Smith sidelined because of a calf strain.

Stats Perform News

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Al Michaels out for Browns-Giants 'Sunday Night Football' game; NBC cites COVID-19 protocols

It is not clear whether Michaels has the coronavirus. The veteran play-by-play announcer said in a prepared statement that he feels "great."

Tom Gatto

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Brees to start against Chiefs, says Payton

The New Orleans Saints will have Drew Brees back under center when they face the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.

Sacha Pisani

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Brees to return against Chiefs

The New Orleans Saints will have their starting quarterback under center for a Week 15 meeting with the defending Super Bowl champions.

Nicholas McGee

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Gruden unsure over Carr injury

After a loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden discussed his quarterbacks.

Dejan Kalinic

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Herbert praises Chargers' receivers after tying TD record

The Los Angeles quarterback had praise for his teammates after he tied Baker Mayfield's record for touchdown passes by a rookie.

Stats Perform News

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Derek Carr injury update: Raiders QB injures groin, replaced by Marcus Mariota

Carr pulled up while scrambling in the first quarter. Backup QB Marcus Mariota was tapped to replace him.

Tom Gatto

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Brady talks up Arians relationship

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady talked up his relationship with Bruce Arians.

Dejan Kalinic

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Kitchens to call plays against Browns after Giants' Garrett tests positive for COVID-19

Freddie Kitchens revenge game, anyone?

Joe Rivera

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Will the Chargers fire Anthony Lynn?

Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn has made a number of questionable coaching decisions during the 2020 NFL season that have people wondering whether Los Angeles will fire Lynn.

Billy Heyen

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Lamar Jackson: COVID-19 may have affected cramping

Lamar Jackson suffered with cramps during Monday's nail-biting win and the reigning NFL MVP pointed to a COVID-19 connection.

Sacha Pisani

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Arians bemused by Brady criticism

Bruce Arians leapt to the defence of 14-time Pro Bowler and three-time MVP Tom Brady ahead of Sunday's Atlanta Falcons matchup.

Sacha Pisani

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Mahomes targets Brees matchup

Patrick Mahomes is longing for the chance to compare his game against that of Drew Brees, and the opportunity could come on Sunday.

John Skilbeck

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Payton provides Brees update

Sean Payton was asked about Drew Brees' possible return against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.

Sacha Pisani

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NFL changes coronavirus rule

Dez Bryant suffered frustration when he had to miss a game against the Cowboys, but the saga has led to a rule change.

Chris Myson

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Jags can't prepare for Jackson

The speed of Lamar Jackson means only an Olympic sprinter could realistically simulate his performance, according to his next opponents.

Ben Spratt

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Ravens activate Dez Bryant off COVID-19 list

Dez Bryant is set to be involved in the Baltimore Ravens' clash with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.

Sacha Pisani

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Lions' Agnew has to pay up for getting tackled by Packers kicker Crosby

"We don't get tackled by kickers and punters here," Lions special teams coordinator Brayden Coombs said.

Jordan Greer

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Jackson: I was always returning

Lamar Jackson reflected on Monday's incredible victory over the Cleveland Browns, after the MVP returned from the locker room.

Sacha Pisani

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Mayfield marvels at Jackson's return

Baker Mayfield discussed counterpart Lamar Jackson and his comeback for the Ravens on Monday night.

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Lamar Jackson injury update

The Baltimore quarterback went to the locker room in the second half. He was listed as questionable to return, but came back late in the fourth quarter.

Tom Gatto

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Eagles to stick with Hurts over Wentz

Doug Pederson announced Jalen Hurts as his starter once again for Sunday's clash with the Arizona Cardinals.

Sacha Pisani

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Shanahan not confident on Garoppolo return

Kyle Shanahan provided an update on Jimmy Garoppolo, who has been sidelined since the start of November.

Sacha Pisani

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Adams: I've no hate for Adam Gase

Jamal Adams lost confidence in coach Adam Gase and left a New York Jets team who have gone on to post a 0-12 record in the NFL this season.

John Skilbeck

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Fantasy Injury Updates: Week 14 RBs start 'em, sit 'em decisions

Christian McCaffrey, Josh Jacobs, Antonio Gibson, Joe Mixon, and D'Andre Swift are all dealing with injuries ahead of the fantasy playoffs. Get the latest updates on how they impact our Week 14 RB rankings and start 'em, sit 'em decisions.

Jacob Camenker

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Fantasy Injury Updates: Week 14 WRs start 'em, sit 'em decisions

Kenny Golladay, Chris Godwin, and Jonnu Smith are all dealing with injuries ahead of Week 14 while D.J. Moore and Curtis Samuel are on the COVID list. Get the latest on these injuries to pass-catchers and how it impact fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decisions.

Jacob Camenker

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Week 14 Fantasy Sleepers

Antonio Gibson and Denzel Mims will be out this week, putting J.D. McKissic and Breshad Perriman on the start 'em, sit 'em bubble. See more potential sleepers and get start 'em, sit 'em advice ahead of your Week 14 fantasy matchups.

Jacob Camenker

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Belichick backs struggling Newton

Cam Newton is struggling to find his level with the New England Patriots, but Bill Belichick offered a vote of confidence on Thursday.

John Skilbeck

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Rams' Goff praises 'special' Akers

Cam Akers was hailed by teammate Jared Goff after his performance for the Rams on Thursday.

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McCaffrey not expected to face Broncos

Christian McCaffrey is in doubt for Sunday's clash with the Denver Broncos.

Sacha Pisani

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Rams end skid against Pats

The Los Angeles Rams were finally able to celebrate a victory over the New England Patriots on Thursday.

Sacha Pisani

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Where will Cam Newton play in 2021?

Cam Newton's a free agent after the 2020 season, and whether he returns to the Patriots in 2021 or goes elsewhere is an open question. Washington, the 49ers and the Colts could be a few of his other options.

Billy Heyen

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Carson Wentz loyalists question QB's benching

The move to Jalen Hurts has not gone over well with some Eagles veterans.

Dan Bernstein

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Gibson loss could prove crucial

Antonio Gibson may miss the Washington Football Team's clash with the San Francisco 49ers and the running back could prove a crucial loss.

Nicholas McGee

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Jackson: Ravens did it for Bryant

Due to a positive COVID-19 test, Dez Bryant missed out on the chance to face the Cowboys for the first time since they cut him in 2018.

Tom Webber

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Deleted tweet shows Dez Bryant hugging Cowboys players before positive COVID-19 test

Bryant was pulled off the field moments before the Ravens vs. Cowboys game started.

Dan Bernstein

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Why NFL let the Ravens game continue after Dez Bryant's positive COVID-19 test

Even though Bryant practiced around teammates, there were no high-risk close contacts according to the league.

Dan Bernstein

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Jackson helps Ravens past Cowboys

Lamar Jackson returned and the Baltimore Ravens bounced back against the Dallas Cowboys.

Dejan Kalinic

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Allen leads Bills past 49ers

Josh Allen dazzled as the Buffalo Bills defeated the San Francisco 49ers on Monday.

Sacha Pisani

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Minshew 'begged' to get Jaguars starting quarterback job back

Gardner Minshew's been medically cleared to return from a right thumb injury, but the Jaguars are sticking with Mike Glennon as their starting quarterback, temporarily silencing Minshew Mania.

Billy Heyen

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Watt full of praise for Alex Smith

J.J. Watt described Alex Smith's comeback as "unbelievable" after the veteran quarterback helped Washington win again.

Rob Lancaster

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Roethlisberger: Loss starts with me

Ben Roethlisberger discussed Monday's defeat to the Washington Football Team, which snapped Pittsburgh's flawless record.

Sacha Pisani

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SN's latest mock draft for 2021

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft has both the Cowboys and Eagles thinking defense with their surprisingly high picks, while the Steelers and 49ers find eventual replacements for their franchise quarterbacks.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 13

In our picks and predictions for Week 13 of the 2020 NFL season, the 49ers pull off another upset on "Monday Night Football" and the Derrick Henry-Nick Chubb duel lives up to expectations.

Bill Bender

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Week 13 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 13 of the 2020 NFL season, Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay avenge a 2019 loss to Philadelphia, while Seattle, New England and San Francisco continue their playoff pushes.

Vinnie Iyer

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Ravens place Griffin on IR; McSorley next man up

Robert Griffin III is out of action because of a hamstring injury, leaving Trace McSorley on course to start for the Ravens.

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Top Week 13 NFL DFS Values

NFL DFS expert Sloan Piva from RotoQL breaks down the top values and sleeper picks for your Week 13 DraftKings and FanDuel lineups. Get strategy advice and tips to help you cash in your daily fantasy football tournaments.

Sloan Piva, RotoQL

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Dupree to miss rest of NFL season

The high-flying Pittsburgh Steelers have been dealt a blow following Bud Duprees' injury.

Sacha Pisani

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Bengals QB Burrow undergoes surgery

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

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Payoff clinching scenarios for Chiefs, Steelers, Saints

Three NFL teams can clinch a spot in the 2020 playoffs with a win and some help in Week 13: the Kansas City Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints.

Billy Heyen

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Chiefs' Bell latest athlete open to fighting Jake Paul

The Kansas City running back isn't opposed to fighting the YouTube star after the latter's second-round KO of Nate Robinson.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Is there a 'Thursday Night Football' game tonight? NFL schedule, TV channels for Week 13

There isn't a "Thursday Night Football" game in Week 13, so you'll have to find some other sporting event to watch.

Billy Heyen

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Fantasy Injury Updates: Josh Jacobs, Todd Gurley, David Johnson, more impacting Week 13 RB rankings

Josh Jacobs, Todd Gurley, David Johnson, Myles Gaskin, Salvon Ahmed, D'Andre Swift, and Devonta Freeman are all dealing with injuries. Here's how they're impacting our Week 13 fantasy RB rankings and key start 'em, sit 'em decisions.

Jacob Camenker

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Fantasy Injury Updates: Lamar Jackson, Tua Tagovailoa, Daniel Jones impacting Week 13 QB rankings

Lamar Jackson and Tua Tagovailoa missed Week 12, while Daniel Jones got hurt in-game and didn't return. Here's the latest injury updates on these three quarterbacks and how they will impact our Week 13 QB rankings.

Jacob Camenker

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Collinsworth ripped for sexist comment, later apologises

NBC's Cris Collinsworth seemed surprised at the football knowledge of female fans in Pittsburgh during Wednesday night's NFL broadcast.

Billy Heyen

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Cris Collinsworth ripped for sexist comment about female fans' football knowledge, later apologizes

NBC's Cris Collinsworth seemed surprised at the football knowledge of female fans in Pittsburgh during Wednesday night's NFL broadcast.

Billy Heyen

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Ravens frustrated by outbreak

A 19-14 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers came amid a tough time for the Baltimore Ravens, as players spoke out about COVID-19 outbreak.

Ryan Benson

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Tomlin scathing of Steelers

Mike Tomlin was far from impressed following Wednesday's triumph against the Baltimore Ravens.

Sacha Pisani

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Ravens frustrated by outbreak

A 19-14 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers came amid a tough time for the Baltimore Ravens, as players spoke out about COVID-19 outbreak.

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