NFL TV audience numbers in 2017 getting worse

The average TV audience for NFL games continues to fall as the 2017 season progresses.

Chiefs vs. Raiders: Score, highlights from Oakland's wild Thursday night win

Kansas City and Oakland kick off NFL Week 7 with an AFC West showdown in Oakland, Calif. SN provided scoring updates and other news from this bananas game.

Derek Carr, Raiders find beastly offense again — with much less of Marshawn Lynch

Oakland couldn't lean on Marshawn Lynch after his ejection Thursday night, and that was OK, because the Raiders' offense worked just fine without him. That should be the coaches' cue to further limit Lynch's carries.

Marshawn Lynch shoves ref, ejected

Lynch ran onto the field and got involved in a melee with Chiefs players after Derek Carr got hit late by Marcus Peters.

NFL Draft: Falcons, Broncos among teams scouting Penn State-Michigan

Here's a look at which NFL teams will be scouting which big college football games this weekend.

Chiefs vs. Raiders: How to watch, live stream 'Thursday Night Football'

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

Giving up on Packers after Aaron Rodgers injury ignores history of successful backup QBs

The Packers making the playoffs without Aaron Rodgers is improbable, but former NFL GM Jeff Diamond knows from experience it can be done.

49ers' Jed York is voice of reason among NFL owners on protests, Kaepernick

The NFL should have followed Jed York's lead on kneeling and raising awareness long ago. The owners can still do right by everybody if they listen to him now.

Jaguars owner Shad Khan: Jealousy fueling President Donald Trump's anti-NFL rhetoric

Jaguars owner Shad Khan says President Donald Trump is being vindictive because he hasn't been able to buy a team. Trump lost the bidding for the Bills in 2014 to Terry Pegula.

NFL fights back against President Trump by addressing anthem issue on its own time

The NFL could have succumbed to Donald Trump and forced players to stand for the national anthem. But the league chose not to take the easy way out of this controversy.

Penn State great Jack Ham thinks Saquon Barkley should be top draft pick

Jack Ham thinks Penn State running back Saquon Barkley should be one of the top picks of the NFL draft.

Ezekiel Elliott gets another reprieve, and courts remain NFL's Kryptonite

The NFLPA has taken a beating at the negotiating table, but when it comes to judges the union has the edge on the NFL. The latest delay in Ezekiel Elliott's suspension proves it.

New ESPN partner Barstool Sports once suggested Sam Ponder 'sex it up and be slutty'

ESPN’s “Sunday NFL Countdown” host Sam Ponder is not happy about the network's new partnership with Barstool Sports, a blog that has made sexist remarks about her in the past.

Even when not seen, Colin Kaepernick is felt everywhere throughout NFL

Don't be fooled: Just because Colin Kaepernick did not attend Tuesday's meeting of NFL players and owners does not mean he was not there. The impact of his initial protest last year is becoming everlasting.

NFL playoff picture: Wacky NFC seeding mirrors unpredictable start to season

In our first look at the NFL playoff picture this season, the NFC is all out of whack. That's not necessarily the case in the AFC.

What protests? Worried NFL TV networks ignore kneeling players in Week 6

Among NFL TV networks, the collective see-no-protest, hear-no-protest approach toward national anthem demonstrations will likely continue for the rest of the season.

Colts vs. Titans: Score, highlights of Titans' Monday night win in Tennessee

Derrick Henry's running and Marcus Mariota's return to the field helped the Titans earn a Monday night win over the Colts and a share of the AFC South lead.

No 'smoking gun' in Colin Kaepernick grievance, but don't assume he doesn't have one

Peel away all the drama around player protests, and Colin Kaepernick still needs hard evidence of collusion. But chances are he hasn't shown all his cards yet.

Raiders losses starting to feel like the new norm in 2017

Were the Raiders' first two games an illusion? They have been a mess in the four games since, and cleaning it up before Thursday's game against the Chiefs won't be easy.

Steelers WR Martavis Bryant's trade request is more fantasy football

The Steelers are not going to trade Martavis Bryant before the deadline. If the wide receiver really wants out of Pittsburgh, he is dreaming the impossible dream.

49ers don't have a win, but John Lynch, Kyle Shanahan are still winning

Forget the standings. San Francisco, which easily could be 5-1 rather than 0-6, is showing clear signs of life for the long term under its new general manager and coach.

For Rams, 'everything is different' under Sean McVay and his refreshing standards

The Rams were in desperate need of a culture change, and their players told Sporting News that's exactly what they have received under new coach Sean McVay this year.

Who Dat defense? Drew Brees, Saints are Super scary again in NFC

New Orleans is playing the same brand of football that led to a Super Bowl eight years ago, and it's happening at the perfect time.

Packers' QB options without Aaron Rodgers start with Hundley, end with Romo

Are Tony Romo and/or Colin Kaepernick options for the Packers with Aaron Rodgers sidelined? SN's Bill Bender breaks down what Green Bay might do at quarterback.

Without Aaron Rodgers, Packers' defense will hurt more than Brett Hundley

With Aaron Rodgers injured, Green Bay's biggest problem is not whoever plays quarterback. It's the lack of complementary football with a struggling defense.

Giants vs. Broncos: Score, results, highlights from Sunday night game in Denver

SN provided live scoring updates for Sunday night's Giants-Broncos game in Denver.

Steelers vs. Chiefs: Score, results, highlights from Week 6 game in Kansas City

SN provided live updates throughout the Steelers victory over the Chiefs on Sunday.

Al Michaels makes Harvey Weinstein joke during 'SNF,' later apologizes

NBC's Al Michaels brought up Harvey Weinstein during "Sunday Night Football" while trying making a point about the Giants' recent issues.

Kaepernick files grievance

Colin Kaepernick has filed a collusion grievance against NFL owners.

Referee explains decision on controversial non-TD by Jets' Austin Seferian-Jenkins

Twitter was abuzz after referee Tony Corrente took away a touchdown by Jets tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins against the Patriots after video review.

Steelers' Mike Mitchell criticized for cheap shot on Chiefs QB Alex Smith

Mike Mitchell went low on Alex Smith well after the play was over, and NFL fans didn't appreciate it.

Beathard upstaging Cousins' 'audition' is plot twist in 49ers' QB drama

The 49ers are still expected to chase Kirk Cousins next offseason, but C.J. Beathard's debut against Cousins' current team threw a surprise wrench into those plans.

NFL fans upset after refs overturn controversial TD by Jets' Austin Seferian-Jenkins

Twitter was abuzz after the refs overturned a touchdown call by Jets tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins.

Body of Redskins safety started twitching after collision with 49ers' Pierre Garcon

49ers WR Pierre Garcon trucked over Redskins safety Montae Nicholson, leading to a scary helmet-to-helmet collision.

NFL scores: Results, highlights, injuries from Week 6 games

Stay updated on NFL Sunday with SN's live blog.

NFL TV audience numbers continue to decline early in 2017 season

The NFL's average TV audience is continuing to dwindle through the first five weeks of the 2017 season, according to data obtained by Sporting News.

NaVorro Bowman trade to Saints was nixed, report says; Raiders could pursue LB

NaVorro Bowman preferred free agency over a trade that the 49ers and Saints had agreed upon, according to a report.

Week 6 NFL picks straight up: Packers handle Vikings; Giants continue skid

Our picks and predictions for Week 6 of the NFL season feature a battle of NFC powers in Carolina on Thursday night, as well as Green Bay taking a commanding lead in the NFC North.

Week 6 NFL picks against spread: Chiefs outlast Steelers; Patriots outclass Jets

The Patriots, Broncos, Falcons and Texans are all big favorites this week, but who will cover? Check out our Week 6 picks NFL against the spread.

NFL Draft scouting: Cowboys among teams checking out Georgia-Missouri

Here is a list of which NFL scouts will be attending which marquee college football games this weekend.

Chiefs' Alex Smith is the real NFL MVP leader, numbers prove

Alex Smith, not Aaron Rodgers, is the clear leader for MVP at this point in the 2017 NFL season. The numbers prove why.

Eagles vs. Panthers: Score, results, highlights from Thursday night game in Charlotte

The Eagles beat the Panthers 28-23 and move to 5-1 this season. Philly intercepts Cam Newton three times.

Cowboys' season heading south no matter what happens with Ezekiel Elliott suspension

Ezekiel Elliott's six-game suspension by the NFL won't necessarily decide Dallas' fate in 2017, even if Elliott doesn't serve it. The Cowboys have too many other issues on and off the field.

Eagles vs. Panthers: How to watch, live-stream 'Thursday Night Football'

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

Eric Davis lands new ESPN radio show, will still appear on FS1

Eric Davis is joining Marcellus Wiley and Kelvin Washington for a new weekday afternoon radio show.

Melvin Gordon senses 'tension' between Chargers, Raiders based on crowds

Melvin Gordon and the Chargers have not forgotten Week 15 of last season, when the Raiders and their fans spoiled one of the last games in San Diego. Los Angeles will seek revenge Sunday in Oakland.

Leonard Fournette builds case to beat Deshaun Watson, Kareem Hunt in rookie race

The NFL offensive rookie of the year race in 2017 is a three-way battle. SN's Vinnie Iyer explains why Leonard Fournette has the best chance to win the award over Deshaun Watson and Kareem Hunt.

Eminem rips Donald Trump in rap, draws praise from Kaepernick, LeBron

Eminem caught the attention of social media and Colin Kaepernick with his 2017 BET cypher freestyle Tuesday night.

NFL schedule: Week 6 game times and TV coverage

Here are game times and TV coverage info for Week 6 of the 2017 NFL schedule.

NFL Week 6 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.

Facing Deshaun Watson: a brutal reminder of Browns' latest NFL Draft whiff

Failing to get Deshaun Watson is becoming one of the most painful NFL Draft mistakes Cleveland has made of late. And the regret might only intensify Sunday when the Browns play the Texans.

NFL Power Rankings: Eagles, Seahawks fly closer to top for Week 6

This week's NFL power rankings feature some big movers to watch in the NFC.

Eminem's Trump freestyle on BET cypher draws praise from Colin Kaepernick

Eminem caught the attention of social media and Colin Kaepernick with his 2017 BET cypher freestyle Tuesday night.

NFL could force players to stand during national anthem

NFL owners will discuss potential changes to the league's national anthem policy next week. One possibility is requiring players to stand during the pregame ceremony or face league discipline.

Adrian Peterson won't be another Emmitt or Edgerrin for Cardinals

The Cardinals are holding out hope history will repeat itself. But this is a different era, and Adrian Peterson is a different back.

Get this straight: Ben Roethlisberger insists he still is one of the best

Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger provided a brand-new arsenal of material Tuesday for those who like to distort quotes from prominent athletes.

Joe Namath questions age at which kids should start playing football

Joe Namath does not question his own playing of such a violent sport, but the Jets legend does give pause to the next generation of football players.

Bears need lot more than tricks to get best of Mitchell Trubisky

Chicago's under-fire coaching staff has to be conservative with rookie QB Mitchell Trubisky, but it also has to exploit his athleticism. A lackluster supporting cast makes the task doubly difficult.

Former Bears coach Mike Ditka comments on anthem protests, oppression and race

Former Chicago Bears player and coach Mike Ditka comments on oppression in radio interview with Jim Gray.

Vikings vs. Bears: Score, results, highlights from Monday night game in Chicago

The Vikings capitalized on Mitchell Trubisky's first career interception, and the ensuing go-ahead field goal helped them improve to 3-2 on the season.

Rev. Al Sharpton threatens boycott of ESPN over 'outrageous' Jemele Hill suspension

The Rev. Al Sharpton has added his voice to the latest Jemele Hill social media controversy.

Pros of Mitchell Trubisky's first Bears start might not outweigh cons at first

There are both pros and cons to Bears rookie QB Mitchell Trubisky getting his first start Monday night against the Vikings.

NBC's Rodney Harrison: Time for Giants to move on from Eli Manning

The Mannings are often talked about as the “first family” of the NFL. But with Peyton Manning retired and little brother Eli struggling, NFL TV analysts have become less obsequious and more critical. Call it the Sunset of the Mannings.

Who is Chris Foerster? Troubled former Dolphins coach was once their OC

Here is what you should know about Chris Foerster, the Dolphins offensive line coach who resigned Monday after the release of a troubling video featuring him.

Dolphins OL coach Chris Foerster resigns after release of troubling video

Dolphins offensive line coach Chris Foerster has resigned from his position after a video of him snorting a white powder substance surfaced via social media.

J.J. Watt injury marks loss of possible all-time greatest distinction

When Texans star J.J. Watt went down Sunday night, the NFL and its fans were robbed of gridiron excellence. He could have been the best defensive player in league history.

Eagles' rise comes ahead of schedule as rest of NFC East falls

The surprising 4-1 Eagles have a chance to separate from the rest of the division in the next two weeks.

Steelers need to help Ben Roethlisberger — not the other way around

Ben Roethlisberger has not played well this season, but Pittsburgh needs to recognize the bigger issues holding back its offense.

Texans are totally Deshaun Watson's team now

Having Deshaun Watson is a considerable consolation for Houston after losing J.J. Watt to another major injury.

Miami Dolphins offensive line coach apparently caught on camera snorting white powder

The Dolphins are aware of a video that appears to show run game coordinator/offensive line coach Chris Foerster snorting a white powder substance.

Texans vs. Chiefs: Score, results, highlights from Sunday night game in Houston

SN provided live scoring updates throughout the Chiefs 42-34 victory over the Texans on Sunday night.

Giants fooled themselves on Odell Beckham Jr., everything else in 2017

After going to the playoffs last year, the Giants thought the only thing holding them back was Odell Beckham Jr.'s immaturity. They thought very wrong.

Chad Johnson, Terrell Owens ask Giants for a WR job following Odell Beckham's ankle injury

The Giants lost several wide receivers to injury on Sunday, so Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson asks for a job.

Cowboys vs. Packers: Score, results, highlights from game in Dallas

SN provided live updates throughout Green Bay's 35-31 victory in Dallas on Sunday.

Mike Pence bailing on Colts-49ers looked like nothing more than a PR stunt

By leaving in the fashion he did, Vice President Mike Pence showed why he was really at Sunday's Colts-49ers game.

Colin Kaepernick confirms desire to play in NFL, per CBS report

Colin Kaepernick doesn't want to go on camera because he thinks he would be labeled a "distraction" by NFL GMs looking for quarterbacks.

NFL scores: Results, highlights, injuries from Week 5 games

Stay updated with Sunday's Week 5 NFL games with Sporting News' live blog.

Indy native David Letterman delivers hilarious speech at Peyton Manning statue ceremony

David Letterman, who was born in Indianapolis and is a friend of Peyton Manning, was the perfect person to deliver a speech at a ceremony for the unveiling of Manning's statue.

Colts, Andrew Luck are copying wrong part of Peyton Manning's career

The return of Andrew Luck is a positive for the Colts, who have not had many. But even their guest of honor this weekend, Peyton Manning, is an object lesson for Luck and Indianapolis.

Antonio Brown frustrated with Ben Roethlisberger, who 'spearheaded' anthem decision, report says

Steelers WR Antonio Brown's sideline tirade reportedly was the result of "lingering resentment" regarding Ben Roethlisberger and the team's decision not to participate in the national anthem two weeks ago.

Week 5 NFL picks straight up: Chiefs edge Texans; Raiders handle Ravens

Our Week 5 NFL picks and predictions feature a big AFC matchup between Kansas City and Houston, plus a damning loss for Baltimore in Oakland.

Week 5 NFL picks against spread: Packers nip Cowboys again, Seahawks 'upset' Rams

Our Week 5 NFL picks against the spread feature another close game between Green Bay and Dallas, plus Seattle putting Los Angeles in its place.

Eli Manning vs. Philip Rivers for Hall of Fame: One, both or neither?

SN asked eight Pro Football Hall of Fame voters the same questions: Who would get nod from you for Canton, Eli Manning or Philip Rivers? Both? Neither? Here are their varying answers.

NFL schedule: Week 5 game times and TV coverage

Week 5 in the NFL includes Chiefs-Texans in primetime on Sunday. The Giants have a chance to record their first win of the season against the also-winless Chargers.

NFL Draft scouting: Pro scouts following Big Ten matchups this week, flocked to Louisville-NC State

Here is a list of NFL teams Sporting News has learned will be at big college football games this week.

These Lions are here to roar in NFC North for a long time

With Matthew Stafford, Jim Caldwell, a well-built roster and trustworthy management, Detroit is here to stay as an NFC contender.

Patriots can still get job done against imperfect foes like Buccaneers

Tom Brady did enough — and the Pats got enough help — to overcome their issues (pass defense and offensive line, to name two) in Thursday's ugly win in Tampa.

Newton under fire for sexist reply

Cam Newton was asked about Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess by reporter Jourdan Rodrigue and had an interesting response.

Redskins vs. Chiefs: Score, results, highlights from Monday night game in KC

Sporting News provided live updates throughout Monday night’s game between Washington and Kansas City.

49ers offer lengthy explanation on why 30 players took a knee during the anthem

The 49ers released a long statement after 30 players took a knee during the anthem on Sunday in a game against the Cardinals.

Saints might say goodbye to Drew Brees soon thanks to their own mistakes

Disastrous salary cap management has pushed New Orleans closer to the end of the Drew Brees era faster than necessary. The Saints need to face reality and move on from the QB after this season.

Why didn't TV networks show angry, booing NFL fans Sunday or Monday?

Fans across the league were not happy with players protesting on the field during the national anthem. Fans at home couldn't see that displeasure. The networks' omission was glaring.

NFL Power Rankings: Falcons hold another early lead over Patriots

Our Week 4 NFL power rankings feature last season's Super Bowl contestants in the top five. Whether Atlanta can hold off New England this time, though, remains to be seen.

Manning could soon be a politician

GOP Sen. Bob Corker of Tennessee said Tuesday he will not seek re-election, potentially opening the door for the former QB.

Eagles fan accuses Giants WR Brandon Marshall of spitting in his face

An Eagles fan kept yelling at Brandon Marshall during pregame warmups, so the Giants wide receiver confronted him.

Cowboys vs. Cardinals: Score, results, highlights from Monday night game in Arizona

SN provided live updates from Monday night’s game in Arizona.

Odell Beckham Jr. says peeing-dog celebration was a response to Donald Trump

Are you okay, Odell Beckham Jr.?

Chiefs' Daniel Sorensen appears to throw vicious punch at Chargers WR

Chiefs safety Daniel Sorensen made a questionable motion in an effort to tackle WR Tyrell Williams.

NFL fans can't believe Von Miller got penalized for joke on Tyrod Taylor

Von Miller was penalized 15 yards for pretending to help up Tyrod Taylor.

NFL owners voice support for players after Donald Trump's call to 'fire' protesters

A handful of NFL franchises commented individually Saturday in response to the president's profane remarks against players who protest social justice issues during the national anthem.

NFL players react to Donald Trump's comments about anthem protests

The president ripped NFL players who have demonstrated social activism before games, calling on owners to "get that son of a b— off the field."

Vince Wilfork finally gets to tailgate before Patriots host Texans

During his 11 seasons with the New England Patriots, getting physically and mentally prepared wasn’t always the most difficult part of Vince Wilfork’s pre-game preparation. Sometimes, it was avoiding the temptation to take a detour while walking into Gillette Stadium.

NFL's Aaron Hernandez had severe, degenerative brain disease: Report

The former Patriot said to have had Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) at the time of his death.

NFL pushes court to speed process

The league wants a decision by Thursday regarding its appeal of an injunction that blocked the Cowboys running back's six-game suspension.

Giants vs. Cowboys preview: Odell Beckham Jr. is always in the spotlight

When the Giants season begins on Sunday, Odell Beckham Jr. will be thrust back into the spotlight.

Saints WR Willie Snead suspended

The NFL announced Friday that Snead has been suspended for violating the league's substance abuse policy.

Browns release Osweiler

The Browns made the decision last weekend to name rookie DeShone Kizer the starting quarterback and released Osweiler on Friday.

Claiming NFL collusion against Colin Kaepernick is one thing, but proving it is another

The standards for legal collusion are high, says SN contributor Cari Grieb. As of now, it's hard for Colin Kaepernick to prove the NFL is doing it.

Titans waive Tretola

After suffering minor injuries in a recent shooting, Sebastian Tretola has been waived by the Tennessee Titans.

Beckham visits young boy

Giants star Odell Beckham Jr. squeezed in a good deed before training camp.

Giants QB battle: Davis Webb ready to be the guy behind Eli

Davis Webb might be the Giants' No. 3 QB in 2017. That doesn't mean he's not the guy who will eventually replace Eli Manning.

Simpson 'optimistic' about parole

Simpson's parole hearing is scheduled for this week, and he thinks it's going to go in his favor.

The running back who can no longer run: Isaiah Pead's new life is better than no life

After a horrific car accident that claimed his left leg, Isaiah Pead is relying on the same kind of strength that earned him a career in the NFL. This comeback, though, is much more difficult.

NFL insider John 'The Professor' Clayton out at ESPN

The Professor's tenure at ESPN is coming to an end.

NFL overtime: 5 formats that would work better than 10-minute period

The NFL can't figure out what to do with its overtime format, so allow us to help.

Hernandez note revealed

The note left by Aaron Hernandez for his fiancée was released by the Massachusetts Court.

NFL Draft rumors: Eagles, Bills to visit with Penn State safety Malik Golden

A rising safety prospect in the 2017 NFL Draft, Penn State’s Malik Golden has two visits scheduled this week.

Do NFL replay changes go on without Dean Blandino?

The NFL has a new replay system to put in place and a small window to do it. And now the league must replace the most important cog in it.

Eli Manning involved in Giants' fake memorabilia scheme, court documents allege

Manning, who has been accused of taking part in the scheme so he could hang on to his personal items, sent an incriminating email in 2010.

Julio Jones, recovering from foot surgery, attends workout with Falcons teammates

Foot surgery did not keep Julio Jones from attending "Camp Brotherhood" with his Atlanta Falcons teammates.

Montee Ball's comeback from rock bottom has nothing to do with football

Montee Ball's football career was destroyed by alcoholism. Now the former running back is taking measures to make sure it does not destroy his life.

Tony Romo's Cowboys career, full of joy and pain, is worthy of praise

Tony Romo quarterbacked the Cowboys, so he will always be compared to their legends. But his career in Dallas was so unique, it cannot be compared.

Tony Romo news: Cowboys QB to reportedly retire from NFL, join CBS (updated)

The Cowboys will reportedly release Tony Romo on Tuesday, allowing him to retire and pursue a career in TV broadcasting.

Soon-to-be retiree Tony Romo would reportedly return to Cowboys under right circumstances

Tony Romo reportedly plans to retire from the NFL, but there are already rumors of a Cowboys comeback.

NFL Mock Draft: Who does Cleveland take first? Which quarterbacks find homes?

Now that Free Agency has hit a lull and most of the top players have found their new homes, we have a clearer picture of the 2017 NFL Draft.

Deshaun Watson's NFL draft doubters should trust Dabo Swinney

Deshaun Watson's college coach talked up the national champion signal-caller at Clemson's Pro Day as one would expect, but Dabo Swinney is right.

Final order for 2017 NFL Draft set

We knew last month the Browns were picking first and, with their Super Bowl victory, the Patriots own the 32nd overall pick.

NFL Combine: Past participants recount crazy interview process

The way some NFL teams conduct wild "job interviews" at the Combine can leave players scratching their heads or, in extreme cases, hoping they don’t get picked by the questioning party.

Colts' Parry arrested in Arizona

The second-year Colts player was arrested in Scottsdale, Ariz., early Saturday morning and after allegedly trying to steal a golf cart taxi.

Doritos ends 10-year Super Bowl run, so munch on these 10 funniest commercials

Check out Doritos' 10 funniest Super Bowl commercials of all-time.

Let's stop pretending that Super Bowl commercials are good

Despite the annual hype, and despite a vague history of America loving them, Super Bowl commercials are usually a whole bunch of "meh."

WATCH: The AFC prove too strong for the NFC in the NFL Pro Bowl

Buffalo Bills linebacker Lorenzo Alexander and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce were named the defensive and offensive MVPs.

WATCH: Falcons capitalise on terrible Packers to advance to Super Bowl

The Atlanta Falcons will be making their second Super Bowl appearance after defeating the Green Bay Packers.

Johnny Manziel speaks out about his alcohol issues

Failed NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel has opened up on a tough 2016 via a series of Twitter posts.

Texans keep Mike Vrabel by giving him a promotion

The Texans keep their top defensive staff in place.

Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott named NFL Rookie of the Year by PFWA

The Professional Football Writers of America named its All-Rookie team for the 2016 season.

Brown apologizes for 'distraction'

"I let my emotions and genuine excitement get the best of me, and I wanted to share that moment with our fans," the Steelers wideout wrote.

49ers' coaching job is Kyle Shanahan's to take — if he wants it

The Falcons offensive coordinator reportedly will be offered the 49ers' head coaching gig after Tom Cable withdrew his name Tuesday.

San Diego moving companies refusing to help Chargers move to L.A.

A group of moving companies in San Diego have banded together in protest of the Chargers move north to Los Angeles.

Oops: New Chargers coach Anthony Lynn forgets team moved to Los Angeles

Anthony Lynn seemed to forget the Chargers now play in Los Angeles, not San Diego, to open his introductory news conference Tuesday.

Jordy Nelson injury update: Packers WR still unlikely to play in NFC championship vs. Falcons

Green Bay will be traveling to Atlanta for the NFC Championship this weekend, but it would be a big surprise to see Jordy Nelson play.

Patriots fans call Roger Goodell 'coward,' 'afraid' after he ducks AFC championship

The commissioner has been avoiding New England ever since Deflategate began, and he's avoiding it again.

Seahawks' Richard Sherman knee injury revelation prompts NFL investigation

Did the Seahawks violate an NFL rule by not listing Richard Sherman's bad knee on their injury report?

Bo Jackson says Cam Newton taking hits 'scares the hell out of me'

Jackson says it's hard to watch a player he loves like a son get hurt constantly.

Raiders' Derek Carr credited with assist in finding missing Oakland child

The Raiders quarterback's social media presence may have led to the discovery of a missing child in Oakland.

Pete Carroll: Richard Sherman played with unreported knee injury

The Seahawks coach said Monday that his Pro Bowl cornerback played the second half of the season with an MCL injury.

Texans fire OC George Godsey

The Texans and their offensive coordinator have parted ways following a season in which they scored just 25 touchdowns.

Gambling sportsbooks lose big with Packers, Steelers upsets

Sportsbooks suffered big losses Sunday as bettors piled in at the last minute to choose underdogs Green Bay and Pittsburgh.

Bill Belichick doesn't care about Antonio Brown's 'InstantChat' video

The prickly Patriots coach downplayed the Steelers' social media distraction Monday the only way he knows how.

Steelers players support Mike Tomlin, Antonio Brown in wake of social media fail

Steelers players have voiced support for coach Mike Tomlin and star Antonio Brown in the wake of Sunday's post-game Facebook Live incident.

NFL Playoffs: Packers-Cowboys thriller sets TV ratings record for divisional round

More than 48 million viewers watched the Packers beat the Cowboys on Sunday.

​Redskins to interview Rob Ryan for DC; unhappy fans light up Twitter

Washington plans to interview Rob Ryan for its open defensive coordinator position, a move that is not going over well with fans.

NFL coaching rumors: Josh McDaniels rejects 49ers job, prefers to stay with Patriots

The 49ers are down to just a couple options for their next head coach.

Prosecutor in Adam Jones case wants to know NFL's punishment before acting

Bengals cornerback Adam Jones faces multiple charges stemming from incidents at a Cincinnati hotel and jail earlier this month.

​NFL Playoffs: Las Vegas gambler turns $300 into $28K by letting it ride on Packers

For at least one Packers fan in Las Vegas, betting with the heart is paying off in a major way.

Super Bowl ticket prices slump after Cowboys' loss

The resale market for tickets to Super Bowl 51 next month dropped 18-20 percent following Dallas' elimination from the playoffs.

Tony Romo trade rumors: QB's contract among complicating factors for swift move

Trading Tony Romo is the Cowboys' No. 1 priority for the offseason, but it might take a while.

Chiefs' Travis Kelce rips ref who called 'horses—' holding penalty on 2-point try

The Chiefs tight end said referee Carl Cheffers "shouldn't even be able to work at Foot Locker."

'Steel Curtain' returns as Steelers boot Chiefs from playoffs

The Steelers' defense was superb and Pittsburgh got record performances from kicker Chris Boswell and running back Le'Veon Bell.

Jerry Jones puts off questions on Tony Romo's future for another day

The Cowboys' 34-31 loss to the Packers in Sunday's divisional playoff game offered no clarity to Tony Romo's future in Dallas.

Tornado warning keeps disappointed Cowboys fans, players inside AT&T Stadium

Fans and players were kept inside AT&T Stadium after a tornado warning was issued for the Arlington area.

Aaron Rodgers: 'This is just the beginning for the Cowboys'

The Packers quarterback expects to see plenty more from the Cowboys in the playoffs with Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott.

Packers oust Cowboys in thriller reminiscent of Super Bowl 45

Sunday's victory over the Cowboys was eerily similar to Green Bay's victory over Pittsburgh in Arlington six years ago.

Chiefs' Travis Kelce arrives for playoff game using shoe as phone

The Chiefs tight end is dialed in for Sunday night's matchup with the Steelers.

Falcons lose DE for postseason

Falcons lose Clayborn for the rest of the postseason after injuring bicep in win against Seahawks.

Aaron Rodgers' dad details 'complicated' relationship with Packers QB

"Fame can change things," Aaron Rodgers' dad told the New York Times. The Packers QB reportedly is not on speaking terms with his immediate family.

NFL issues warning to fans in Kansas City, plans to proceed with Steelers-Chiefs

Despite icy conditions in Kansas City, the NFL feels comfortable about the safety of its players and fans for Sunday night's divisional playoff game.

Julio Jones injury update: Falcons WR should be 'ready to rock' for NFC title game

Julio Jones' foot injury will be monitored this week, but the Falcons don't seem too worried about their star wide receiver's status for the NFC championship game.

Devin Hester intends to retire following Saturday's loss to Falcons

The legendary return man holds the NFL record for combined kick return touchdowns, punt return touchdowns and return touchdowns in a season.

Chargers ditch new L.A. Logo

The Chargers have dropped their new L.A. logo, which bore an uncanny resemblance to the Los Angeles Dodgers' logo.

Wilfork hints at retirement

The 35-year-old nose tackle will take some time before making his final decision but hinted he will call it a career.

NFL requests more info from Elliott

The league submitted a series of follow-up questions to the rookie in the last month and he is still in the process of responding to them.

Patriots pull away from Texans to make gamblers happy

New England was a 16-point favorite in its AFC divisional playoff game against the Texans at Gillette Stadium.

Why are officials letting Julian Edelman cheat against Texans?

The Patriots receiver got away with pretty obvious offensive pass interference and illegal motion against the Texans.

Seahawks’ Michael Bennett blows up at reporter after loss to Falcons

The Seahawks' Michael Bennett lit into a reporter for suggesting Seattle wasn’t able to generate a pass rush against Matt Ryan on Saturday.

Seahawks miscues were non-factors in Falcons' blowout win

Atlanta put up 422 yards of total offense and capitalized on each Seattle mistake en route to a 36-20 victory at the Georgia Dome.

Jim Irsay turned down by Jon Gruden, pursuing Peyton Manning for executive role

Colts owner Jim Irsay was rebuffed in his pursuit of Jon Gruden, but is still trying to convince Peyton Manning to rejoin him.

Broncos stay in AFC West for offensive coordinator, QBs coach

Former Chargers coach Mike McCoy will run the Denver offense. Former Raiders offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave will coach the QBs.

Days numbered for Bailey's cleats

Dan Bailey has worn the same cleats for game days since 2011, but he will probably have to retire them after this year.

Colts pursued Jon Gruden as coach

Three teams have apparently offered former NFL coach-turned-broadcaster Jon Gruden a head coaching position, but Gruden rejected the offers.

Patriots-Texans odds

The Patriots are favored to defeat the Texans by 16 points, the highest point spread in an NFL Divisional Playoff round since 1998.

Raiders filing to move to Las Vegas

Now that the Oakland Raiders have secured financing for a new stadium in Las Vegas, the team is reportedly set to file papers to relocate.

Rooney Rule working as intended, Fritz Pollard Alliance chairman says

John Wooten, chairman of the Fritz Pollard Alliance, is pleased with the progress teams have made in minority hiring this year.

Head2Head: How can Cowboys slow Aaron Rodgers, Packers?

Green Bay has averaged 32 points per game during its win streak, but the Cowboys have won seven straight at home, averaging over 30 points.

Weather affects time of Chiefs

The game will be played Sunday night at 8:20 ET instead of in the afternoon.

Packers' Sam Shields charged with marijuana possession

Cornerback Sam Shields is the second Packers player in the past month to be charged with a marijuana offense.

Philip Rivers feels 'numb' after Chargers move to LA

The quarterback will have to get used to the switch.

Jordy Nelson injury update: Packers WR won't play vs. Cowboys

After suffering fractured ribs last weekend, Jordy Nelson has officially been ruled as out.

Joey Porter is already rejoining Steelers with assault charge dropped

Joey Porter issued an apology for his actions.

Wade Phillips, 69, to join rookie Rams coach Sean McVay's staff in Los Angeles

After making history with the hire of the NFL's youngest-ever head coach, the Rams are turning to a seasoned veteran to run the defense.

Not to be outdone in stunning news by the "other" Los Angeles NFL team on Thursday, the Rams introduced Sean McVay as its new head coach.

Bo Jackson admits: 'I would have never played football'

Bo Jackson makes a confession about his athletic career.

Steelers' Bud Dupree fined

Dupree says he plans to appeal the reported $18K fine for his controversial hit on Dolphins quarterback Matt Moore.

P.F. Chang's reminds Chargers of multiple Los Angeles locations

The Chargers will enjoy all the P.F. Chang's in L.A.

Porter's assault charges dropped

After the Steelers' playoff win Sunday over the Dolphins, Porter allegedly lifted a doorman off the ground outside a Pittsburgh bar.

Chargers debut new logo in addition to LA move (UPDATED)

The Chargers' new logo looks ... familiar.

Chargers officially bolt San Diego for Los Angeles

Chargers owner Dean Spanos announced Thursday that he will move the team to Los Angeles.

Chargers fan tosses eggs at facility following move to L.A. announcement

The Chargers' facility was egged Wednesday night.

Fan egged Chargers facility

The Chargers' facility was egged Wednesday night.

Weekend Kickoff: Divisional round should bring competitive rematches

Each of this weekend's divisional playoff games are rematches from the regular season.