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New Orleans media troll Panthers after Saints' wild-card win

The Saints defeated the Panthers for a third time this season, motivating the Times-Picayune to have fun at the losing franchise's expense.

Sporting News

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Panthers' year of giving Cam Newton help ends with him getting no help

Drew Brees spread the wealth around for the Saints, while Cam Newton was almost all the wealth the Panthers had. That's why the Panthers are done.

David Steele

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Bills vs. Jaguars: Score, result, highlights from wild-card playoff game in Jacksonville

The Jaguars beat the Bills in a defensive struggle and will face the Steelers in the divisional playoffs next weekend.

Skylar Rolstad

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ESPN: Rams coach Sean McVay looked like 'deer in headlights' against Falcons

According to Randy Moss and Charles Woodson of ESPN, Rams coach Sean McVay looked scared during the Rams' wild-card playoff loss to the Falcons on Saturday night.

Michael McCarthy

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Kellen Moore to retire from playing, become new Cowboys QB coach

A source told Sporting News that Kellen Moore is expected to retire and become the new quarterbacks coach in Dallas on Jason Garrett's staff.

Alex Marvez

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Falcons vs. Rams: Score, results, highlights from wild-card game in LA

Here are all the highlights and stats from the Falcons' wild-card playoff win over the Rams on Saturday night in Los Angeles.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoffs: Picks, odds for Panthers vs. Saints wild-card game

The Panthers and Saints are about to face each other for the third time this year ... this time with the season on the line. Here are our picks and predictions for Sunday's wild-card game.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoffs: Picks, odds for Bills vs. Jaguars wild-card game

The Bills and Jaguars are set for an AFC wild-card showdown. Here are our picks and predictions for Sunday's playoff game.

David Steele

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Five reasons why Raiders rehiring Jon Gruden is perfect

It makes perfect sense that Oakland is reuniting with Jon Gruden, the coach who helped get the franchise back into the Super Bowl more than a decade ago.

Vinnie Iyer

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Darrelle Revis seemingly wanted nothing to do with Derrick Henry's game-clinching run

For the free-agent-to-be, Revis sure didn't look to make an impact on the most important play of the Chiefs' season.

Joe Rivera

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Marcus Mariota gets lit up by Derrick Johnson, fumble not ruled a fumble

The Chiefs, leading 14-3, added insult to injury with this punishing sack of Marcus Mariota. Then, controversy ensued.

Skylar Rolstad

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Titans vs. Chiefs: Score, results, highlights from wild-card game in Kansas City

Titans vs. Chiefs in Kansas City was a thriller. Here are all the highlights from Tennessee's win in Saturday's wild-card playoff game.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoffs: Picks, odds for Titans vs. Chiefs wild-card game

The Titans and Chiefs play Saturday for a chance to advance in the AFC playoffs. Here are our picks and predictions for the wild-card game in Kansas City.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoffs: Picks, odds for Falcons vs. Rams wild-card game in L.A.

The Falcons and Rams play Saturday for a chance to advance in the playoffs. Here are our picks and predictions for the NFC wild-card game in Los Angeles.

David Steele

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NFL playoffs: Probabilities, picks to win each wild-card game on road to Super Bowl 2018

AccuScore predicts the wild-card game winners on the road to Super Bowl 2018.

AccuScore

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NFL regional scouting combines that helped produce Adam Thielen, others, cancelled

The regional combines that helped find diamonds in the rough have been shelved in 2018.

Alex Marvez

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SN source: Ravens tight ends coach Greg Roman re-signing with Baltimore

Roman's contract was set to expire at the end of 2017, but the Ravens are stepping up to keep him, a source tells SN's Alex Marvez.

Alex Marvez

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NFL playoff bracket: Patriots get top seed; Bills, Titans, Falcons all get in

Here is a final look at the NFL playoff picture after Week 17.

Vinnie Iyer

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Seahawks' status as NFC contenders shaken, but far from broken

No, Seattle is not finished as a power in the NFC. The Seahawks still have the right pieces to keep building around as they contend for more titles.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft rumors: Josh Rosen, Sam Darnold declare for draft; teams love Baker Mayfield

As the NFL turns its focus to the 2018 draft, quarterbacks are the hot topic. Here are the latest rumors not only around the draft, but around current NFL QBs who might be switching teams.

Eric Galko

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Bruce Arians' Carson Palmer-or-bust plan leaves Cardinals busted at QB

Finding a new quarterback will be harder for the Cardinals than replacing Bruce Arians, because they never had anyone to take the reins from Carson Palmer.

David Steele

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Colts' eight best coaching candidates to replace Chuck Pagano

The Colts have had lots of time to ponder who will replace Chuck Pagano as head coach. Don't be shocked if team owner Jim Irsay shoots for the moon, also known as Alabama's Nick Saban.

David Steele

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Giants' 13 best coaching candidates to replace Ben McAdoo

Who will replace fired Giants coach Ben McAdoo? Here are the best candidates for New York in its search for a new head coach.

Vinnie Iyer

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Lions' eight best coaching candidates to replace Jim Caldwell

Now that Jim Caldwell is out after four years, here's who the Lions could be looking for to be their next head coach. Hint: Think inside the state, and in the college ranks. And khaki.

David Steele

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Bears' seven best coaching candidates to replace John Fox

In their search for a new head coach, the Bears only need to think about one thing: offense. Here are the best potential coaching candidates for Chicago to replace John Fox.

Vinnie Iyer

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Cardinals' six best coaching candidates to replace Bruce Arians

The Cardinals' search for a new head coach after Bruce Arians' retirement should begin in their own building. Here are the best candidates for the job in Arizona.

Vinnie Iyer

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Packers have clear blueprint to thrive with new defensive coordinator

Green Bay has been bad on defense for two years, which is why Dom Capers was fired. But the Packers' new defensive coordinator already has the pieces in place to succeed if that person follows these steps.

Vinnie Iyer

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Don't expect a lot of playoff surprises even after topsy-turvy regular season

Love it or hate it, the chalk will prevail in this year's playoffs and the Patriots will repeat as champions.

Jeff Diamond

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Titans' Jurrell Casey ready for playoff moment, but 'pissed' about losing division to Jags

Titans DT Jurrell Casey had considered the possibility of never reaching the postseason for his entire NFL career. Now he is ready to finally experience playoff football on Saturday against the Chiefs.

Alex Marvez

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Keeping Marvin Lewis means Bengals still broken

Marvin Lewis will coach a 16th and, perhaps, a 17th season in Cincinnati. He represents a status quo that team owner Mike Brown has little incentive to change.

Mike DeCourcy

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'Hard Knocks' 2018: Which teams are eligible for this year's HBO show?

Six NFL teams meet the requirements for HBO's "Hard Knocks" in 2018.

Jordan Heck

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Ravens' present, future up in air as Baltimore continues to run in place

What do the Ravens, with John Harbaugh and Joe Flacco in place for 10 years, do next? Sunday's crushing loss left them out of the playoffs for a third straight year.

David Steele

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From tanking to trading to benching, Bills survive themselves, reach playoffs

All year, the Bills looked like they couldn't get out of their own way. After the Nathan Peterman debacle, they came on strong and ended 17 years of futility.

David Steele

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Bills-Dolphins brawl: Jarvis Landry ejected after scoring TD; Kenyan Drake tosses helmet

Miami's lost season is ending badly. The Dolphins get into it with the Bills after scoring.

Tom Gatto

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Panthers vs. Falcons: Results, score, live updates from Week 17 game in Atlanta

For Panthers-Falcons scoring updates and highlights from Sunday's game in Atlanta, follow along here.

Joe Rivera

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Jaguars vs. Titans: Score, highlights from Week 17 game in Nashville

Marcus Mariota was the Titans' hero in a win that ended a nine-year playoff drought for the Titans.

Skylar Rolstad

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Sixteen fixes for the 0-16 Cleveland Browns

How do you fix the Cleveland Browns? Here are 16 fixes that could turn around this 0-16 team.

Bill Bender

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Bill O'Brien-Rick Smith showdown to take place in front of Texans owner Bob McNair

A source told Sporting News that Texans coach Bill O'Brien is planning to pitch a he-goes-or-I-go scenario to team owner Bob McNair because of the ongoing friction in his working relationship with GM Rick Smith.

Alex Marvez

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NFL scores: Week 17 results, highlights

Here are all the NFL results and highlights from Sunday's Week 17 action.

Tadd Haislop

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Vance Joseph moving forward with expectation to return as Broncos coach

A source tells Sporting News that Broncos coach Vance Joseph already has lined up at least one interview this week for a pending replacement on his coaching staff in Denver.

Alex Marvez

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Week 17 NFL picks straight up: Seahawks, Chargers get help they need, make playoffs

Our NFL picks and predictions for Week 17 feature the exact scenarios Seattle and Los Angeles need to make the playoffs.

David Steele

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Chargers NFL playoff scenarios: How LA can make playoffs in Week 17

For the Chargers, there are still three Week 17 scenarios in which they would make the playoffs. Here is what Los Angeles needs to happen in order to earn a wild-card spot in the AFC.

Tadd Haislop

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Week 17 NFL picks against spread: Ravens, Titans, Falcons win to get in

Our NFL picks against the spread for Week 17 feature playoff berths for Baltimore, Tennessee and Atlanta, filling the final three wild-card spots for the postseason.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff seeding: Best, worst possible matchups for each team in playoffs

NFL playoff seeding will be determined in Week 17. As fans think about the possibilities, here are the best and worst potential matchups for each team in the playoffs.

Alex Marvez

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Bills NFL playoff scenarios: How Buffalo can make playoffs in Week 17

For the Bills, there are still three Week 17 scenarios in which they would make the playoffs. Here is what Buffalo needs to happen in order to earn a wild-card spot in the AFC.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoff scenarios: How Chargers, Bills, Seahawks, others can clinch in Week 17

The NFL playoff picture is almost set. Here are the scenarios for Week 17 as teams try to clinch playoff berths, byes and home-field advantage in the postseason.

Tadd Haislop

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Panthers playoff seeding scenarios: Carolina can still get No. 2 seed in NFC

The Panthers have several playoff seeding scenarios for Week 17, as they could land anywhere from No. 2 to No. 5 in the NFC. Here are the possibilities, and who Carolina might play in each seed.

Tadd Haislop

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2017’s five most important sports law controversies affecting women

There were no shortage of female-related sports law controversies in 2017, including sexual harassment and sexism in the Big Four, and the emergence of the #MeToo movement in the sports sector.

Cari Grieb

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NFL Week 17 odds, predictions to make playoffs on road to Super Bowl 2018

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017 NFL season to predict win totals, division winners and probabilities of reaching the playoffs on the road to Super Bowl 2018.

AccuScore

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Bucs should keep Dirk Koetter as coach, for sake of Jameis Winston

Not only are the Buccaneers (4-11) concluding their 10th straight season without a playoff appearance, Tampa Bay’s ownership has declined to publically indicate whether Dirk Koetter or general manager Jason Licht will be back.

Alex Marvez

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Mitchell Trubisky's rise to franchise QB timed well for Bears in 2018, beyond

Those who have watched Mitchell Trubisky develop as a rookie are impressed by how quickly he has taken command. The Bears might just have themselves a special quarterback.

David Steele

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NFL playoff picture: Seahawks stay alive; Rams, Saints, Panthers get in

Here is a complete look at the NFL playoff picture through Week 16.

Vinnie Iyer

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Jimmy Garoppolo gives 49ers reason to think about playoffs as losing season ends

The 49ers will watch this year's NFL playoffs from home. But thanks to the promise of Jimmy Garoppolo, they can watch with a smile as they think about their postseason potential for 2018.

Jeff Diamond

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Mike Tomlin would be wise not to gamble Steelers' playoff health against Browns

The Steelers must decide whether to play their key starters against the Browns in Week 17. Given Pittsburgh's recent history of injuries in the playoffs, that should be an easy decision for coach Mike Tomlin.

Mike DeCourcy

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Patriots coach Bill Belichick answers James Harrison questions — kind of

New England's James Harrison signing inevitably was a topic Wednesday at Bill Belichick's press conference. Here is what the Patriots coach had to say about the newly signed pass-rusher.

Tadd Haislop

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Fans donate to NFL players' charities of choice as thanks for fantasy dominance

A writer's call for championship fantasy owners to donate a portion of their winnings garners widespread support on Twitter. Todd Gurley's timeline shows how effective the call was.

Skylar Rolstad

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NFL schedule: Week 17 game times, TV coverage

The final NFL Sunday of the year is packed with afternoon games, many of which have playoff implications.

Skylar Rolstad

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Landon Collins considers Giants teammate Eli Apple a 'cancer' who needs to go

Giants safety Landon Collins skewers second-year cornerback Eli Apple, without ever saying his name, during a radio interview Tuesday.

Tom Gatto

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NFL Draft: Prospects to watch in each college football bowl game

Here are the NFL prospects you need to watch in college football's bowl season.

Eric Galko

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Week 17 NFL Power Rankings: With Rams and 49ers, NFC West suddenly is best

Our NFL power rankings for Week 17 feature the rise of two California-based rivals. While LA looks good heading into the playoffs, San Francisco is building momentum for 2018.

Vinnie Iyer

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Eagles' QB problem can't be sugarcoated as NFC greats await in playoffs

The Eagles needed to prove they could stay afloat with Nick Foles on Monday night, and they failed. Four possible playoff foes and their QBs surely noticed.

David Steele

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Ranking the NFL's Christmas Day games

Looking back at the nearly two dozen games played on Christmas Day

E.Jay Zarett

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Raiders vs. Eagles: Score, results, highlights from Monday night game in Philadelphia

Sporting News provided live updates throughout the Eagles' 19-10 win over the Raiders on Monday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Cowboys' 2017 season failed for reasons bigger than Ezekiel Elliott suspension

The reasons for Dallas being eliminated from the playoffs go far beyond Ezekiel Elliott's suspension. Here is why the Cowboys will be watching the postseason after the 2017 season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Jaguars crash back to Earth, now have to figure out how to rise again

All the fun the Jaguars had beating up Seattle and Houston was washed away by the 10-loss 49ers. It didn't convince anyone they were ready for the playoffs.

David Steele

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Browns' gift of first pick in 2018 NFL Draft must answer Cleveland QB question

No more beating around the bush: With Cleveland securing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, it's time to solve the quarterback riddle once and for all.

Vinnie Iyer

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Rams started from the bottom, now might have MVP and Coach of the Year

The Rams, Todd Gurley and Sean McVay have gotten better as the season has evolved, and with the NFC West clinched, more rewards should be coming.

David Steele

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AFC West-champion Chiefs 'back on a roll' just in time for playoffs

For Kansas City, linebacker Derrick Johnson says, "winning is a habit." The Chiefs think they're better than their record this season shows, and they're ready to prove it in the playoffs.

Alex Marvez

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Seahawks vs. Cowboys: Score, results, highlights from Week 16 game in Dallas

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Seattle's 21-12 win over Dallas on Sunday.

E.Jay Zarett

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NFL explains Kelvin Benjamin TD catch reversal in Bills-Patriots game

An apparent Kelvin Benjamin TD catch was reversed upon review Sunday in New England. Here is why.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL scores: Week 16 results, highlights

Check out all the NFL scores, results and highlights from Week 16 as the playoff picture becomes more clear.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoff picture, scenarios: Steelers can clinch bye; Eagles can clinch home field

Here are the clinching scenarios for the NFL playoff picture in Week 16. Multiple teams can clinch home-field advantage, first-round byes, divisions and postseason berths.

Tadd Haislop

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Week 16 NFL picks against spread: Cowboys corral Seahawks; Patriots burn Bills

Our Week 16 NFL picks against the spread feature a vital win for Dallas in the NFC, plus an easy victory for New England as it tries to clinch home-field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs.

Vinnie Iyer

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Vikings vs. Packers: Score, results, highlights from Saturday night game in Green Bay

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Minnesota's 16-0 win over Green Bay on Saturday.

E.Jay Zarett

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AFC playoff picture: Ravens looking great; Chargers far from done

The playoff picture in the AFC looks great for the Ravens and Chargers even though both currently are on the outside looking in. Can the Titans and/or Bills hold on for postseason berths?

Vinnie Iyer

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NFC playoff picture: Falcons sitting pretty ahead of Lions, Seahawks, Cowboys

As Week 16 approaches, here are the scenarios for the Falcons, Seahawks, Cowboys and Lions to make the NFL playoffs.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff picture: Ravens jump Bills, Titans in AFC wild-card race

Here is a complete look at the NFL playoff picture after Week 15 and the first two games of Week 16.

Vinnie Iyer

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Week 16 NFL picks straight up: Falcons sweep Saints; Browns finally win

Our Week 16 NFL picks and predictions feature a happy holiday for Cleveland, except for those planning an 0-16 parade. Atlanta will be festive, too, after the Falcons beat their arch-rivals in New Orleans.

David Steele

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NFL playoff chances: Bills put pressure on Titans; Seahawks plunge

Of the 14 teams still alive in the NFL playoff picture but have not yet clinched a spot, six have chances to do so in Week 16. Here are the chances for each contender to make the playoffs.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL Week 16 odds, predictions to make playoffs on road to Super Bowl 2018

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017 NFL season to predict win totals, division winners and probabilities of reaching the playoffs on the road to Super Bowl 2018.

AccuScore

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NFL spokesman: League was unaware of Jerry Richardson settlements before report

The NFL says it was not aware until this week that Panthers owner Jerry Richardson was settling claims of workplace misconduct against him.

Tom Gatto

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Carolina Panthers sale a nightmare for everybody except players, coaches

The sale of the Panthers will not be a distraction for players and coaches. However, everybody else in Carolina is feeling anxious and uneasy. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond knows from experience.

Jeff Diamond

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Who is Tina Becker? New Panthers COO takes over amid Richardson allegations

Tina Becker has spent 19 years with the Panthers in various roles. She now takes on the role of chief operating officer as Jerry Richardson steps aside and prepares to sell the team.

Skylar Rolstad

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NFL schedule: Week 16 game times, TV coverage

The NFL Week 16 slate includes two Saturday and two Monday matchups. This is a crucial week for playoff contenders.

Skylar Rolstad

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NFL MVP odds heavily favor Tom Brady, but who can still catch him?

At this point, it's Tom Brady against the field in the 2017 NFL MVP race. But a handful of candidates still have chances to catch the Patriots quarterback in the last two weeks of the season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Week 16 NFL Power Rankings: Patriots back on top; Rams, Jaguars rush up

New England shows why it's the team to beat with a gritty effort in Pittsburgh, but a pair of upstarts are entering contention, including a Jacksonville squad that may represent the Pats' largest threat.

Vinnie Iyer

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Steelers' Ryan Shazier won't play in Pro Bowl, but he earned selection

Injured Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier was playing at a Pro Bowl level before he suffered a severe spinal injury in Week 13.

Mike DeCourcy

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Path back to glory for Bengals, Browns starts with real plan for coaches

The Bengals and Browns haven't been right at the same time for 30 years, and that's because of the coaches. It's time for a different approach for both franchises.

Bill Bender

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Falcons' Devonta Freeman warming up just in time for pivotal rematch against Saints

Devonta Freeman, who thinks he's only getting stronger as the season winds down, will be at the center of pregame hype as Atlanta prepares for Sunday’s road game against New Orleans.

Alex Marvez

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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Score, results, highlights from Monday night game in Tampa

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Atlanta's 24-21 win over Tampa Bay on Monday night.

E.Jay Zarett

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Early playoff elimination exactly what Packers, Aaron Rodgers need for real change

Green Bay won't make the playoffs this season, but that could provide the change needed to get Aaron Rodgers help in the future.

Bill Bender

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NFL catch rule confusion after Steelers-Patriots highlights persistent disconnect

Judging by the reaction to Jesse James' overturned touchdown Sunday, the "What’s a catch?" narrative will not stop anytime soon ... no matter how hard the NFL tries to make its catch rule more clear.

Alex Marvez

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Steelers' brain lock vs. Patriots puts Super Bowl far, far away

Pittsburgh had a black-and-golden opportunity to make the Patriots return to Heinz Field in the playoffs. After a mind-blowing decision late in Sunday's game, the Steelers will be fortunate to get a first-round bye.

Alex Marvez

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Ron Rivera hopes Panthers sale won't lead to move away from Carolinas

The imminent sale of the Panthers has fans worried the team might relocate. Count Carolina coach Ron Rivera among those who hope the franchise remains in Charlotte.

Tadd Haislop

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Seahawks losing poise, chemistry worse than losing playoff hopes

The scoreboard the last two weeks doesn't tell the story of how the Seahawks have mentally melted down. That's now who they've been, so they need to fix it.

David Steele

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Aaron Rodgers condemns Thomas Davis' hit on Davante Adams: 'He's a repeat offender'

The NFL will review Thomas Davis' hit on Davante Adams, and a fine or suspension is possible. We at least know how Aaron Rodgers feels about it.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL explains reversal on apparent Jesse James TD late in Steelers-Patriots game

Confusion regarding the NFL's catch rule struck in Pittsburgh on Sunday, when an apparent Jesse James touchdown catch was overturned upon review.

Tadd Haislop

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Diddy wants to buy Carolina Panthers, 'make history'; Steph Curry joins bid

Diddy became the first big-name, big-dollar person to broach the subject of possibly buying the NFL's Panthers. Steph Curry quickly became the second.

Tom Gatto

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Raiders fumble away playoff hopes, but no, touchback rule isn't dumb

Derek Carr's late turnover at the goal line cost the Raiders a likely victory over the Cowboys. Don't blame the rules for that. There's a good reason Carr's move was punished.

Vinnie Iyer

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Cowboys vs. Raiders: Score, results, highlights from Sunday night game in Oakland

Sporting News provided live updates throughout the Cowboys' 20-17 win over the Raiders on Sunday night.

E.Jay Zarett

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Patriots vs. Steelers: Score, results, highlights from Week 15 game in Pittsburgh

Sporting News provided live updates throughout New England's 27-24 win over Pittsburgh on Sunday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Gene Steratore gives odd explanation after card trick in Cowboys-Raiders

The longtime NFL referee did something unconventional Sunday night, then tried to explain why he did it. We still don't know why he did it.

Tom Gatto

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Eagles quickly learn Nick Foles isn't miscast in new lead role

Nick Foles on Sunday gave the Eagles exactly what they needed post-Carson Wentz injury. The quarterback also showed the team something it probably didn't realize it needed to see.

Vinnie Iyer

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Martavis Bryant, JuJu Smith-Schuster celebrate TD by mimicking hit on Vontaze Burfict

Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster was suspended one game for his brutal hit on Bengals linebacker Vontaze Burfict. He decided (for some reason) to bring it back for a TD celebration Sunday night.

Jordan Greer

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Don't count on NFL to give Jerry Richardson full Donald Sterling treatment

What Jerry Richardson reportedly did as owner of the Panthers makes him at least as foul as Donald Sterling. The NBA finally threw Sterling out. How brave is the NFL?

David Steele

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Bengals' 8 best coaching candidates to replace Marvin Lewis

The list of reasonable candidates for the Bengals to replace Marvin Lewis as head coach next season starts with a person already on Cincinnati's staff.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL scores: Week 15 results, highlights

Check out all the NFL scores and highlights from Week 15 of the 2017 season.

Skylar Rolstad

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Packers vs. Panthers: Score, results, highlights from Week 15 game in Carolina

Check out all the highlights and stats from the Panthers' win over the Packers on Sunday.

Tadd Haislop

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From the right angle, Patriots-Steelers rivalry has been closer than you think

The Patriots’ recent dominance over the Steelers has been exaggerated, so let's take a look at the facts.

Mike DeCourcy

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Week 15 NFL picks against spread: Patriots stop Steelers; Cowboys stay alive

In our Week 15 NFL picks against the spread, New England tops Pittsburgh once again. Plus, Dallas remains in the playoff race with a win in Oakland.

Vinnie Iyer

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Week 15 NFL picks straight up: Seahawks overtake Rams; Panthers edge Packers

Our Week 15 NFL picks and predictions feature lead changes in both West divisions, as both the Los Angeles Chargers and Seattle get massive wins over division rivals.

David Steele

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NFL playoff picture: Scenarios for Eagles, Steelers, others to clinch in Week 15

As the NFL playoff picture becomes more clear, here are the Week 15 clinching scenarios for the Eagles, Vikings, Rams, Steelers, Patriots and Jaguars.

Tadd Haislop

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Chargers vs. Chiefs: Score, results, highlights from Saturday night game in Kansas City

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Kansas City's 30-13 win over Los Angeles on Saturday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Bears vs. Lions: Score, results, highlights from Saturday game in Detroit

Sporting News provided live updates throughout the Lions' 20-10 win over Chicago on Saturday.

E.Jay Zarett

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NFL playoff percentages, chances for every team in the hunt

Here are the playoff percentages for all 21 teams that remain in the hunt for a playoff berth in 2017.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL Week 15 odds, predictions to make playoffs on road to Super Bowl 2018

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017 NFL season to predict win totals, division winners and probabilities of reaching the playoffs on the road to Super Bowl 2018.

AccuScore

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NFL GM: Nick Foles good enough to start for half the league, helps Eagles to a point

One NFL general manager told SN he thinks Philadelphia is in good shape with Nick Foles at QB heading into the playoffs. But what happens if Foles needs to outduel an elite opposing quarterback in the postseason?

Kristian Dyer

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Correct call on Aaron Rodgers' return won't make Packers execs any less nervous

Green Bay is risking a more significant Aaron Rodgers injury when it thrusts the QB back into the lineup. But with the Packers still in the playoff picture, starting Rodgers ASAP is the only decision they can make.

Jeff Diamond

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Steelers' Antonio Brown making case for first-ever receiver as NFL MVP

The stage is set for Antonio Brown to make his final push for NFL MVP.

Alex Marvez

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Broncos vs. Colts: How to watch, live stream 'Thursday Night Football'

Broncos vs. Colts on "Thursday Night Football" is available to live stream through Amazon. Here is all the info you need to watch the game.

Tadd Haislop

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Jimmy Garoppolo wastes no time showing 49ers how great he will be

Whether it's stats or the eye test, Jimmy Garoppolo has given San Francisco everything it needed to see through two starts. And the 49ers' new franchise quarterback is just getting started.

Vinnie Iyer

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Aaron Rodgers returns to better version of Packers' offense

When Aaron Rodgers returns as Green Bay's starting QB, he will play in an improved Packers offense thanks to four key developments during his injury recovery.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff picture: Eagles back to No. 1; Seahawks fall behind Falcons

Here is a look at the NFL playoff picture after Week 14 and the first three games of Week 15.

Vinnie Iyer

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Week 15 NFL Power Rankings: Steelers, Patriots set up epic 1-2 battle

Antonio Brown and Pittsburgh will play New England next weekend for control of the AFC. The squads are SN's most powerful this week.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL schedule: Week 15 game times, TV coverage

Week 15 brings an outstanding group of matchups, plus two Saturday games.

Skylar Rolstad

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Patriots vs. Dolphins: Score, results, highlights from Monday night game in Miami

Check out all the highlights and stats from Monday night's Patriots-Dolphins game in Miami.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoff picture: Seahawks' postseason hopes are down to boom or bust

Following a tough loss to the Jaguars, the Seahawks have little margin for error in their quest for a sixth straight playoff berth.

Vinnie Iyer

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Carson Wentz injury changes little for Eagles, everything for other NFC playoff contenders

With Carson Wentz out with a torn ACL, the Eagles' playoff formula actually doesn't change much. But for teams like the Seahawks, Saints and other NFC playoff hopefuls, everything changes.

Vinnie Iyer

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Blake Bortles has been good enough for Jaguars; now comes the hard part

Yes, Blake Bortles' teammates acknowledge he is playing as well as ever this season, and they are not surprised. But the key for Jaguars quarterback now is consistency.

Alex Marvez

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Fox Sports budget cuts could affect Super Bowl plans for Skip Bayless, other FS1 stars

According to SN sources, Fox Sports staffers are bracing for a wave of possible budget cutbacks due to disappointing NFL advertising sales this season.

Michael McCarthy

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Antonio Brown, Steelers showing they can outscore anyone, even the Patriots

Antonio Brown and the Steelers' offense rained points on the Ravens on Sunday night. Would you bet against them in a shootout, in Week 15 or in the playoffs?

David Steele

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Seahawks-Jaguars fight product of frustration: 'That's the way it goes'

Seahawks and Jaguars players explained to SN their fight toward the end of Sunday's game. Blake Bortles might have summed it up best: "People aren’t used to getting beat like that by the Jaguars.”

Alex Marvez

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Ravens vs. Steelers: Score, results, highlights from Sunday night game in Pittsburgh

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Pittsburgh's 39-38 win over the Ravens on Sunday night.

E.Jay Zarett

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Tom Savage mess proves again NFL can't be trusted with players' heads

NFL watchers should not still be asking, "Do they even have a concussion protocol?" The Texans' handling of Tom Savage raised too many questions and provided too few answers.

David Steele

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SMU's Courtland Sutton could be first WR drafted in 2018, NFL GM says

According to one NFL general manager, Courtland Sutton is the most underrated player in the 2018 NFL Draft. Expect to hear the SMU wide receiver's name often this spring.

Kristian Dyer

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Case Keenum finally cools off, but still reminds Vikings he's invaluable

Case Keenum couldn't win Sunday's game for Minnesota at Carolina, but he did as much as he could. His Week 14 performance was a clear indication he's the quarterback the Vikings need as the playoffs near.

Vinnie Iyer

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As John Dorsey steps in, Browns show they're closer than they look

The Browns' first game after John Dorsey's hiring was a heartbreaker. It also was a reminder that Cleveland's new general manager is in position to reap his predecessor's harvest.

David Steele

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Eagles vs. Rams: Score, results, highlights from Week 14 game in LA

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Philadelphia's 43-35 win over the Rams on Sunday.

E.Jay Zarett

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Seahawks vs. Jaguars: Score, results, highlights from Week 14 game in Jacksonville

Check out all the highlights and stats from Sunday's Seahawks-Jaguars game in Jacksonville.

Joe Rodgers

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NFL scores: Week 14 results, highlights

Check out all the results and highlights from Week 17 of the 2017 NFL season.

Tadd Haislop

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Vikings vs. Panthers: Score, results, highlights from Week 14 game in Carolina

Check out all the highlights and stats from Sunday's Vikings-Panthers game in Carolina.

Skylar Rolstad

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Packers' playoff scenarios line up well with Aaron Rodgers' possible return

Green Bay making the playoffs remains unlikely, but it is possible. If Aaron Rodgers returns in two weeks, here are some scenarios in which the Packers could sneak into the postseason.

Vinnie Iyer

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How Cowboys can stay in playoff picture, make postseason with Ezekiel Elliott

As unlikely as it is, Dallas still can make the playoffs. Here is what needs to happen in front of the Cowboys to keep their postseason hopes alive.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff picture, scenarios: How Jaguars, Eagles, others can clinch in Week 14

Week 14 of the NFL season presents multiple scenarios in which teams can clinch permanent spots in the playoff picture.

Tadd Haislop

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Week 14 NFL picks against spread: Vikings flex on Panthers; Eagles top Rams

Our Week 14 NFL picks against the spread feature a couple showcases of power in the NFC, with Minnesota and Philadelphia proving themselves atop the conference.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL schedule: Week 14 game times, TV coverage

Vikings-Panthers and Seahawks-Jaguars highlight the NFL Week 14 slate. Both games involve big playoff implications.

Skylar Rolstad

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For John Lynch, Jimmy Garoppolo's 49ers debut provided 'validation'

John Lynch told SN what he thought about Jimmy Garoppolo's 49ers debut. The general manager said the quarterback lifted San Francisco's entire team, which is much more important than passing stats.

Alex Marvez

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Drew Brees latest to blast NFL Thursday games after Saints suffer multiple injuries

New Orleans QB Drew Brees said playing on short rest contributed a lot to the Saints' injuries Thursday night.

Tom Gatto

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NFL Week 14 odds, predictions to make playoffs on road to Super Bowl 2018

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017 NFL season to predict win totals, division winners and probabilities of reaching the playoffs on the road to Super Bowl 2018.

AccuScore

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How Falcons' win over Saints impacts NFC South, wild-card races

Atlanta's home victory to begin NFL Week 14 means a lot of things to a lot of teams that were either helped or hurt by it.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff picture: Vikings jump Eagles; Seahawks fly up to No. 5

Here is a look at the NFL playoff picture after Week 13 and the first game of Week 14.

Vinnie Iyer

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Saints vs. Falcons: Score, results, highlights from Thursday night game in Atlanta

Here are all the highlights and stats from Thursday night's Saints-Falcons game.

Tadd Haislop

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Steelers vs. Bengals is a painful, expensive rivalry, not just 'AFC North football'

These teams have gone overboard every time they've met since 2015, to the tune of nearly $300,000 in fines, multiple suspensions and catastrophic injuries.

David Steele

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Sean Payton choke sign doesn't escape Devonta Freeman's attention

"That man don't know nothing about choking," Freeman told reporters after the game. "He ain't from where I'm from."

Tom Gatto

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Saints vs. Falcons: How to watch, live stream 'Thursday Night Football'

Saints vs. Falcons on "Thursday Night Football" is available to live stream through Amazon. Here is all the info you need to watch the game.

Tadd Haislop

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Sashi Brown's three biggest failures with Browns start in familiar place

Cleveland fired Sashi Brown on Thursday. Here are three reasons why the Browns' chief decision-maker fizzled out so quickly.

Vinnie Iyer

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Jaguars not satisfied, view Seahawks game as chance to prove they're real

Malik Jackson is calling Sunday's Seattle matchup "one of the biggest games in Jacksonville in a long time." Nearing a playoff berth, the Jaguars still feel the need to prove themselves.

Alex Marvez

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John Mara's swift decision gives Giants advantage in coach, GM searches

Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond knows John Mara well, and he knows the Giants co-owner did not want to have to fire his coach and GM. But Mara's swift decision gives New York an advantage, Diamond writes.

Jeff Diamond

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NFL playoff picture favors Chargers, Falcons as outsiders to sneak into postseason

Of the teams currently on the outside looking into the NFL playoff picture, the Chargers and Falcons have the best chances to get in. That's bad news for teams like the Packers and Cowboys.

Alex Marvez

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Beyonce presents award named for Muhammad Ali to Colin Kaepernick at SI gala

Beyonce made a surprise appearance Tuesday night to present Colin Kaepernick with SI's Muhammad Ali Legacy Award.

Skylar Rolstad

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Bruce Arians: Making NFL refs full-timers would cut mistakes that cost Cardinals vs. Rams

Arizona coach Bruce Arians says officials in his team's game Sunday missed two special teams penalties against LA. Arians cites those no-calls as evidence the league must make more referees full-time league employees.

Alex Marvez

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NFL returns to Anaheim (sort of) as Eagles take over Angels' yard

Philly is in Orange County for Week 2 of its West Coast swing. No, Mike Trout will not be playing safety/linebacker for the Iggles against the Rams.

Tom Gatto

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NFL's bad Steelers-Bengals suspension judgment obstructs justice for worse offenses

The NFL is telling us the actions of JuJu Smith-Schuster and George Iloka on Monday night were as bad as Rob Gronkowski's cheap shot Sunday. But they were not — not even close.

Mike DeCourcy

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Steelers' Mike Mitchell: Roger Goodell 'has to go' after JuJu Smith-Schuster suspension

The NFL suspended Steelers receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster for his hit on Bengals linebacker Vontaze Burfict.

Jordan Heck

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Week 14 NFL Power Rankings: Patriots, Seahawks make Super surges

New England is back on top of SN's NFL Power Rankings as Week 14 approaches.

Vinnie Iyer

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Steelers-Bengals turns into NFL's biggest Monday nightmare

There's hard-hitting pro football, and then there's what the Steelers and Bengals regularly produce. Monday's game in Cincinnati was a bad look at a bad time for the league.

Vinnie Iyer

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Steelers vs. Bengals: Score, results, highlights from Monday night game in Cincinnati

Sporting News provided live updates throughout the Steelers' 23-20 win over the Bengals on Monday night.

E.Jay Zarett

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Rob Gronkowski suspension gives Patriots TE conveniently timed break

Rob Gronkowski was suspended one game for his dirty hit on a Bills player ... just in time for the tight end to rest up for the Patriots' big Week 15 game against the Steelers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Giants shakeup signals biggest crisis in four decades, no easy solution

No matter which path the Giants take to fix the mess they created, New York could struggle to fill the coach and GM jobs with its preferred people.

David Steele

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Josh Gordon gives Browns hope — and chance to burn playoff contenders

Josh Gordon is enough of a game-changer to make the Browns a tough out for the playoff contenders on their schedule. Looking at you, Packers and Ravens.

Vinnie Iyer

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Giants fire McAdoo

After benching Eli Manning and falling to 2-10 on the season, Ben McAdoo has been fired by the New York Giants.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Bengals' Vontaze Burfict says Steelers WR Antonio Brown 'faked' concussion

Vontaze Burfict delivered a dirty hit on Antonio Brown that led to a suspension, but he claims the receiver faked it.

Jordan Heck

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Salary cap should not foil Giants' roster overhaul

New York benching Eli Manning and firing team leaders signals the beginning of major changes. Fortunately for the Giants, they should have plenty of salary cap space for a team rebuild in 2018.

Jason Fitzgerald

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Giants fire Ben McAdoo and Jerry Reese, begin overhaul in New York

The Giants fired coach Ben McAdoo and general manager Jerry Reese on Monday morning.

Tadd Haislop

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Broncos challenge Browns for designation of worst team in AFC

Considering expectations, Denver is having the most embarrassing season in the AFC this year. (Yes, the Broncos look even worse than the Browns.)

Vinnie Iyer

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Eagles vs. Seahawks: Score, results, highlights from Sunday night game in Seattle

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Seattle's 24-10 win over the Eagles on Sunday night.

E.Jay Zarett

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Blow to Ravens' defense means bad offense has to get better fast

A Ravens defense that has caught lots of breaks had a big one go against it with Jimmy Smith's injury. Joe Flacco and the offense, time to join the party.

David Steele

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Chiefs' maddening loss to Jets a metaphor for Kansas City's collapse

Yellow flags doomed the Chiefs on Sunday and contributed to what is becoming an epic collapse in the AFC West. The next flag we see from Kansas City might be white.

Alex Marvez

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Panthers vs. Saints: Score, results, highlights from Week 13 game in New Orleans

Here are all the highlights and stats from Sunday's Panthers-Saints game in New Orleans.

Tadd Haislop

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Exploring Eli Manning's three best non-Giants options in 2018

What's next for Eli Manning? If the Giants are done with him — which they appear to be — the veteran quarterback has three intriguing options to extend his career.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL scores: Week 13 results, highlights

Here are all the NFL scores, highlights and stats from Week 13.

Tadd Haislop

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Week 13 NFL picks against spread: Eagles edge Seahawks; Falcons clip Vikings

Our Week 13 NFL picks against the spread feature two massive games in the NFC, both of which will have direct impacts on the playoff picture.

Vinnie Iyer

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Week 13 NFL picks straight up: Can Panthers overcome Saints in New Orleans?

In our Week 13 NFL picks and predictions, the schedule gives us a post-Thanksgiving feast. The main dish will be the Panthers-Saints rematch in the NFC South.

David Steele

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Golden Tate trusts 'Detroit Lions football' to produce 'something great' in December

Can the Lions break their frustrating trend of not making the playoffs in back-to-back years? With the slightest tweak, wide receiver Golden Tate says, yes ... they can.

Alex Marvez

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Seven NFL coaching moves that could cost (or earn) a playoff spot

Bench your quarterback when you're still a wild-card team? Onside kick in the season opener? The difference between being in and out of the playoffs is that thin.

David Steele

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Cowboys vs. Redskins: Score, results, highlights from Thursday night game in Dallas

Sporting News provided live updates throughout the Cowboys' 38-14 win over the Redskins on Thursday night.

Ron Clements

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Death of Cowboys' offense without Ezekiel Elliott is greatly exaggerated

The Cowboys' offense was better in the second half against Washington, than in all three games Ezekiel Elliott had missed. Hello, Dak Prescott and Alfred Morris.

David Steele

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NFL playoff picture: Ravens, Panthers, Falcons play strong wild cards

Here is a look at the NFL playoff picture after the first kickoff of Week 13.

Vinnie Iyer

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Cowboys vs. Redskins: How to watch, live stream 'Thursday Night Football'

Cowboys vs. Redskins on "Thursday Night Football" is available to live stream through Amazon. Here is all the info you need to watch the game.

Tadd Haislop

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Steelers coach Mike Tomlin's daring Patriots comments just might work

Mike Tomlin did what former NFL GM Jeff Diamond has never seen: a coach talking about a big game three weeks down the road. As for that big game against New England, maybe the Pittsburgh coach knows what he's doing.

Jeff Diamond

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Week 13 NFL Power Rankings: Eagles keep soaring; Falcons, Ravens rise up

Our NFL power rankings for Week 13 feature the rise of familiar playoff contenders in both the AFC and NFC.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 13 odds, predictions to make playoffs on road to Super Bowl 2018

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017 NFL season to predict win totals, division winners and probabilities of reaching the playoffs on the road to Super Bowl 2018.

AccuScore

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NFL schedule: Week 13 game times, TV coverage

Panthers-Saints is among several must-see games in Week 13 of the NFL season.

Skylar Rolstad

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Blast Ben McAdoo and Jerry Reese, but don't pull punches for Giants co-owner John Mara

The benching of Eli Manning is the latest embarrassment in a string of disturbing happenings with the New York Giants under co-owner John Mara's watch.

Alex Marvez

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NFL players break away from coalition founded by Malcolm Jenkins, Anquan Boldin

The NFL is no closer to agreeing with players about a universally accepted pre-game national anthem protocol than it was when the controversy initially began in 2016.

Alex Marvez

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Tom Coughlin backs Eli Manning after QB's benching by Giants

Former Giants coach Tom Coughlin voiced his strong support for his former quarterback, Eli Manning, who was benched by Coughlin's successor.

Tom Gatto

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Giants put Eli Manning out of his misery with benching

Eli Manning cannot coexist with the Giants' awful offensive line, so benching him was the merciful thing to do.

Alex Novick

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Eli Manning becomes latest scapegoat in Giant failure of Ben McAdoo's tenure

It started falling apart for the Giants when they shoved out Tom Coughlin. His replacement, Ben McAdoo, is adept at finding human shields, even a franchise icon like Eli Manning.

David Steele

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Watch: Texans QB Tom Savage exits press conference seconds after arriving

With the interview room almost empty, Houston quarterback Tom Savage walked to the podium, then just as quickly walked off. He later spoke with reporters at his locker.

Tom Gatto

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Texans vs. Ravens: Score, results, highlights from Monday night game in Baltimore

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Baltimore's 23-16 win over the Texans on Monday night.

E.Jay Zarett

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