The Packers likely won't have WR Jordy Nelson this week, but Aaron Rodgers says other players will step up.

When are college all-star games?

The Senior Bowl, East-West Shrine Game and the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl aren't the only opportunity for college players to impress NFL scouts.

Chargers to announce move to Los Angeles, report says

Unable to reach an agreement with San Diego city officials on a new stadium, Chargers owner Dean Spanos has reportedly decided to join the Rams in LA.

Michael Floyd discusses lifestyle changes since joining Patriots

Michael Floyd went from counting his free agency dollars to getting waived due to a December DUI arrest.

Julio Jones promises to keep refs updated on Seahawks' uncalled penalties

The Seahawks have been known for physical play in their secondary.

Bills tab Sean McDermott from Panthers' staff to replace Rex Ryan

McDermott, who turns 43 in March, has directed Carolina's defense for the past six seasons after 12 years with the Eagles.

Broncos hire Vance Joseph as coach

Dolphins defensive coordinator Vance Joseph will take over Gary Kubiak's old position in Denver.

Cowboys' 'Official Bandwagon Fan Application' woos late arrivals

Get your official Cowboys Bandwagon Fan Application here!

Raiders part with offensive coordinator, secondary coach

Bill Musgrave led an offense that was sixth in the NFL in yards and seventh in scoring, but he won't be retained as the team's offensive coordinator.

Le'Veon Bell: I'm to the NFL what Stephen Curry is to basketball

Le'Veon Bell thinks he is changing the way the running backs play in the NFL.

Packers WR Geronimo Allison faces marijuana charge

Allison, an undrafted rookie from Illinois, came on late in the regular season with eight catches for 157 yards and a TD in the final two games.

Johnny Manziel charging $50 per selfie during Super Bowl week

But wait, there's more.

Falcons' Matt Ryan knows what it will take to beat Seahawks in playoffs

Matt Ryan has a 1-4 record in the playoffs, and the Falcons quarterback is looking at his past mistakes before facing the Seahawks.

Giants GM Jerry Reese's message to Odell Beckham Jr.: 'Grow up'

Left to atone for the mess created by the Giants' franchise wideout, Reese spoke candidly about expectations for Beckham in 2017.

NFL reviewing Dolphins' application of concussion protocol on Matt Moore hit

Should the Dolphins have allowed their quarterback to re-enter the game after just one play?

John Harbaugh admits Ravens need to add another running back

The upcoming NFL Draft has one of the deepest running back classes in years and the Ravens could be in the market.

Jordy Nelson injury update: Packers WR was hospitalized with broken ribs, won't practice this week

Packers coach Mike McCarthy said Monday Nelson was released from the hospital, but wouldn't practice until Saturday if at all.

Giants deny team trashed charter plane on return from Green Bay

Not done with their scandals for the week, the Giants reportedly trashed their first-class cabin on their flight home from Wisconsin.

Jaguars hire Doug Marrone as coach; fans don't seem thrilled

Doug Marrone's career coaching record doesn't prompt much optimism among Jacksonville fans.

Ben McAdoo takes responsibility for hole Odell Beckham Jr. punched in Lambeau wall

The Giants coach says "we," and not Odell Beckham Jr., are responsible for damaging Lambeau Field.

Steelers place Joey Porter on leave as NFL investigates arrest

The Steelers' assistant coach will take an absence from the team.

Tom Brady insists Texans are 'a really good team' with a 'damn good defense'

Don't tell Tom Brady this playoff game is against a team the Patriots have outscored 171-79 in five straight wins.

Chiefs will take all the Justin Houston they can get against Steelers

Justin Houston will play for Kansas City against Pittsburgh, but how much?

Jason Pierre-Paul on free ageny value: No one like me 'with 7 1/2 fingers'

JPP is cracking jokes about his own lack of fingers.

Joey Porter grabbed bouncer, cop before arrest, court documents say

The Steelers assistant coach is free after posting $25,000 bond.

Earl Thomas' Russian Seahawks hat has a cool story behind it

A group of Russian fans sent Earl Thomas a hat before Seattle's win over Detroit.

Patriots have historically great odds against Texans

The Patriots are favored to win their divisional playoff game by more than two touchdowns.

Steelers assistant Joey Porter arrested after reported altercation with officer

Porter reportedly was arrested outside a Pittsburgh bar after security guards called police about an “unruly customer” Sunday night.

WATCH: Aaron Rodgers stars as Packers pull away from the Giants

The Green Bay Packers pulled away for a 38-13 win over the New York Giants in the NFL playoffs.

Giants won't blame Monday boat trip for Sunday drops

The only touchdown scored Sunday by a Giants receiver was by Tavarres King, who did not join his teammates for the Miami boat trip.

Greg Olsen's charity act went viral

Greg Olsen's #WPMOY social media charity challenge went hugely viral, with actor William Shatner among those helping his effort.

Ben Roethlisberger emerges from Steelers' playoff win in walking boot

The hobbled Steelers quarterback insisted "I’ll be out there next week" when the teams vists Kansas City in the AFC divisional round.

Packers' Jordy Nelson out with rib injury after taking sideline hit

The Packers are without their top receiver after Jordy Nelson left early in the second quarter with injured ribs.

Panthers' Thomas Davis calls Odell Beckham Jr. 'a cancer' for Giants

Davis, speaking Sunday on NFL Network's "NFL GameDay Morning," called out the star wide receiver ahead of New York's playoff game against the Packers.

Adam Gase: Matt Moore 'cleared everything' in concussion evaluation

Many questioned how Dolphins quarterback Matt Moore was cleared so quickly after taking a vicious hit by Steelers LB Bud Dupree.

Giants players unfazed by cold

It was about 15 degrees a few hours before kickoff of Sunday’s NFC wild-card game at Lambeau Field, but Giants players seem unfazed.

Le'Veon Bell contract: What does franchise tag mean for Steelers' star running back?

The Le'Veon Bell contract question will remain for the Steelers even if they use their franchise tag on him.

Steelers' Ryan Shazier goes bare in frigid Pittsburgh

Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier showed he wasn't afraid of the cold in pregame warmups.

Ref denies crew's admitting to missed facemask call on Seahawks' Paul Richardson

Referee Brad Allen disputes that he or anyone on his crew admitted they missed a facemask penalty on Seahawks receiver Paul Richardson.

Chiefs eager to extend coach Andy Reid this offseason

Reid signed a five-year deal with the Chiefs in January 2013 and will be entering the final year of his contract in 2017.

Packers wild-card tickets sold out, keeping alive 58-year streak

The Packers have sold out their playoff game against the Giants. The team has sold out every game at Lambeau Field since 1959.

Raiders coach Jack Del Rio talked out of benching Connor Cook

Things did not go well for Connor Cook from the beginning of Saturday's playoff loss to the Texans.

Browns reportedly hire Gregg Williams to replace Ray Horton as DC

The Browns have dismissed Ray Horton as defensive coordinator and replaced him with former Rams assistant Gregg Williams.

USC WR JuJu Smith-Schuster declares for NFL Draft

Smith-Schuster hauled in 213 passes for 3,092 yards and 25 touchdowns at USC.

Texans owner Bob McNair says Bill O'Brien will remain coach

"I'm not going to fire him," McNair told reporters following Saturday's 27-14 wild-card victory over the Raiders at NRG Stadium.

Paul Richardson's insane TD gives Seahawks lead in NFC wild-card game

There wasn't much offense in the first half of Saturday's wild-card game in Seattle, but the Seahawks receiver made upo for that with a spectacular catch.

Jadeveon Clowney's acrobatic interception leads to Texans touchdown

Clowney's athletic interception of Raiders QB Connor Cook set the Texans up at the Raiders' 4-yard line midway through the first quarter.

Dolphins practiced kicking frozen footballs to prepare for wild-card game in Pittsburgh

To prepare for their AFC wild-card game in Pittsburgh, the Dolphins kickers used frozen footballs in practice.

Teams with head coaching vacancies eyeing Texans’ Bill O’Brien, report says

Despite Bill O’Brien leading the Texans to their second straight AFC South title, he may be on his way out of Houston.

If Josh McDaniels leaves Patriots, 49ers reportedly his preferred team

No one will be busier during the Patriots' bye week than Josh McDaniels.

Eagles tackle Lane Johnson sues NFL, NFLPA for 'sham' in suspension

Johnson sued the NFL and NFLPA in federal court Friday, asking the court to vacate his penalties.

Unprecedented: Tickets still available for Packers playoff game

The Packers have sold out every home game since 1959, but tickets are still available for Sunday's playoff game against the Giants.

Raiders Pro Bowl LT Donald Penn out vs. Texans after starting 156 straight

Penn has never missed a game since making his NFL debut in the 2007 season opener.

NFL fines Jarvis Landry $48K for wild touchdown celebration

The NFL hit Jarvis Landry with a hefty fine for his TD celebration last Sunday, but he's not the only player feeling lighter in the wallet.

Aqib Talib not fined for snatching Michael Crabtree's chain

Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib snatched a chain off Raiders receiver Michael Crabtree in last Sunday's game. The NFL did not issue a fine.

Giants coach Ben McAdoo takes 'Fight Club' approach to Green Bay weather

The wind chill could be minus-20 degrees leading up to Sunday's NFC wild-card game, but McAdoo has no time for your weakness.

Giants' 'NYPD' nickname doesn't faze Packers

The Green Bay Packers were not impressed with the New York Giants defense calling themselves the "New York Pass Defense," or NYPD.

Head2Head: Is the Raiders-Texans QB matchup really that bad?

How bad is the quarterback matchup between Houston’s Brock Osweiler and Oakland’s Connor Cook? Not as bad as you may think.

Bengals K Randy Bullock will use NFL rule to take money from Giants

Randy Bullock didn't have a stellar on-field performance, but he'll be paid handsomely.

Former Chargers team doctor reaches settlement in Junior Seau case

The California medical board claimed that Seau, in the months before his suicide in 2012, didn't receive proper care from Dr. David Chao.

Read Steve Smith's badass retirement letter to the NFL

Steve Smith sends in his retirement letter.

Giants player plans to use 'Madden' skills against Packers

Giants player boasts about playoff experience...in 'Madden.'

Falcons OC Kyle Shanahan 'definitely' ready for head-coaching chance

The well-traveled coach has served as offensive coordinator for four different NFL teams.

Cowboys' Randy Gregory loses suspension appeal, won't play in playoffs

After a Week 15 reinstatement, there was some optimism the pass rusher might have been allowed to join the Cowboys for their playoff run.

Jets reportedly have doubts about Christian Hackenberg: 'He will never make it'

Hackenberg did not play a down this season despite constant turmoil at quarterback for the Jets.

Oklahoma RB Joe Mixon entering 2017 NFL Draft

Mixon became a controversial figure after punching a woman at a late-night restaurant in June 2014.

Cowboys rookie Jaylon Smith thinks he's able to play at 'elite level'

Smith missed the entire season after suffering nerve damage in his leg at Notre Dame.

Police do not consider Browns WR Corey Coleman a suspect in alleged assault

Coleman's named was included in a police report, but he denies participating in the incident.

Tom Brady shows off his high-tech Under Armour pajamas

Check out Patriots QB Tom Brady's new Under Armour pajamas.

NFL has a million reasons to worry about TV viewership

No matter the reason, the average NFL game was watched by 1.4 million fewer television viewers this season than in 2015.

Ryan Tannehill reportedly out for Dolphins' wild-card game

The Dolphins quarterback won't take the field Saturday in the team's AFC wild card against the Steelers.

Tension between Bills, Tyrod Taylor reaches point of awkward passive-aggressiveness

Tyrod Taylor might have "elected" to get surgery to cash in on his $30 million injury insurance.

Seahawks' Richard Sherman won't speak to media, but denies 'boycott'

Richard Sherman has an odd idea of what a "boycott" is.

Weekend Kickoff: Road to Super Bowl 51 begins

The 2017 NFL playoffs and road to Super Bowl 51 begin with wild card weekend.

Giants' Odell Beckham downplays boat trip, focused on Packers

Beckham and the other Giants receivers didn't want to answer questions about Monday's day trip to Miami.

Richard Sherman spares ESPN's Ed Werder in his war with the media

Richard Sherman's spat with Seattle media continues as the Seahawks cornerback declined interview requests this week.

49ers' Torrey Smith slams Joe Theismann for Colin Kaepernick take

The 49ers receiver says the former NFL quarterback's opinion "has no value."

Washington losing four starters to 2017 NFL Draft

After its loss to Alabama in the College Football Playoff semifinal, four starters announced their intention to enter the draft.

Joe Theismann rips 49ers for giving Colin Kaepernick prestigious award

Joe Theismann does not understand what Colin Kaepernick has inspired in the 49ers.

Bengals' Adam 'Pacman' Jones released from jail, questions charges against him

Cincinnati cornerback Adam Jones expressed frustration about the circumstances that led to his arrest.

Jim Caldwell's future with Lions made clear: He's staying

Detroit's second playoff appearance in three years under Caldwell is enough for the team to want him back next season.

Raiders' Derek Carr explains 'eerie' feeling when he broke his leg

Derek Carr knew exactly what happened when he broke his leg against the Colts.

Eli Manning upset Giants players 'didn't pack accordingly' on boat trip

Eli Manning joked about his teammates posing pictures on a boat.

J.J. Watt comes through with jerseys for young Texans fan struck by car

The Texans star hand-delivered a bunch of jerseys to a young fan recovering after being hit by a car on New Year's Eve.

Brandon Marshall equates Jets' season to dirty diaper and 'never changing it'

The Jets stunk in 2016, but just how bad did their 5-11 season smell?

Von Miller writes tribute to retiring coach Gary Kubiak

The Broncos linebacker lauded his former coach for being "a leader who was believable, a man of high character who always had a plan."

Seahawks add return specialist Devin Hester to playoff roster

The Seahawks needed a replacement for injured receiver Tyler Lockett and found one in the NFL's most prolific return man.

LaDainian Tomlinson headlines Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists

Tomlinson, Brian Dawkins and Jason Taylor were the three finalists in their first year of eligibility.

Chip Kelly reportedly wants to remain in NFL, open to coordinator job

This season was just Kelly’s fourth in the NFL, coming after three years in Philadelphia. His current overall NFL coaching record is 28-35.

Zenner the best white RB in the NFL

After losing Ameer Abdullah (foot) and Theo Riddick (wrist) to season-ending injuries, Zenner has stepped up for the Lions.

'Hard Knocks' 2017: Which teams are eligible for this year's HBO show?

HBO's "Hard Knocks" in 2017 will feature one of these teams.

Adam Schefter stunned by ESPN colleague Trent Dilfer's words, fires back

Are the Patriots using ESPN reporter Adam Schefter as a tool to boost the trade value of Jimmy Garoppolo? Not according to Schefter.

Ohio State hires Ryan Day as QBs coach after dismal playoff showing

Day was quarterbacks coach under Chip Kelly the past two seasons with the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles.

ESPN analyst Louis Riddick will interview for 49ers' GM job, report says

Riddick spent more than a decade in NFL scouting and personnel jobs before becoming a rising star on television.

Bills owner details how Rex Ryan firing went down

Terry Pegula says he responded to a direct question from Ryan himself and fired the coach on the spot.

Tyreek Hill's latest punt return cost Vikings' defensive back $100K

Marcus Sherels' contract includes a bonus for leading the NFL in punt return average, but Hill rolled past him on the final day.

Broncos' Trevor Siemian to have shoulder surgery 3 months after injury

The QB was knocked out of the Oct. 2 game against the Buccaneers with a shoulder separation and missed the next game.

Payton plans to stay

Payton hopes to finish the remaining four years of his contract with the Saints.

Packers executive Eliot Wolf to interview for 49ers GM job

Ron Wolf was a Hall of Fame general manager for the Packers. The 49ers are hoping the apple didn't fall far from the tree.

Rams start coaching search

The Rams told their assistant coaches on Monday they can seek employment elsewhere.

Falcons OC Kyle Shanahan to interview for 4 head coaching positions

Shanahan, who helped the Falcons lead the NFL in scoring this season, may be the hottest head coaching prospect on the market.

Kendricks misses bonus by 1 yard

Talk about heartbreak — Rams TE Lance Kendricks just missed out out on a huge bonus.

McAdoo not worried about partying

Instead of turning their focus to the playoffs, some of the Giants receivers wanted to ring in the new year in style 1,000 miles away.

Sammy Watkins to undergo another foot surgery

Watkins, who underwent foot surgery after the 2015 season, will again go under the knife this offseason.

Brandon Marshall open to a pay cut

Brandon Marshall has every intention of returning to the Jets — even if that means taking a big pay cut.

Bills GM Doug Whaley hasn't 'even thought about' Rex Ryan firing

Whaley said he was not asked for his input before Bills owner Terry Pegula decided to fire coach Rex Ryan.

Jaguars' Blake Bortles has an excuse for his poor play in 2016

Jacksonville QB Blake Bortles apparently played much of the season with a separated shoulder, which explains a lot.

Robert Griffin III believes he proved a lot of people wrong this season

Despite playing in only five games for the Browns, RGIII says his career is back on track.

Tyrod Taylor on Bills benching QB: 'That's on them'

Tyrod Taylor was candid in his thoughts about being benched in Buffalo.

Chip Kelly will earn millions from 49ers and Eagles for doing nothing

The 49ers are wasting a lot of money on failed coaches.

Michael Vick to critics: 'At some point in your life, you have to forgive'

Michael Vick got a standing ovation in Atlanta for the Falcons' final regular season game Sunday.

Panthers' Graham Gano calls outs Buccaneers for 'bush league' tactics

The Panthers kicker has an excuse for why he missed so many field goals Sunday.

Michael Crabtree likens refs to cops, says he was treated like a 'criminal'

The Raiders receiver wasn't happy with the officials ... or with Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib after Sunday's loss.

Saints 'open' to trading Sean Payton to Rams, report says

After a third consecutive 7-9 season, it appears the Saints would be willing to part ways with their coach if they can agree to a deal.

The Blitz Read: Playoff field set with streaking Packers, Patriots, Steelers

The Packers and Patriots enter the playoffs riding six-game win streaks while the Steelers have won seven straight.

Raiders' Matt McGloin a wild card at QB for playoff game vs. Texans

Injured in his first start, the Raiders quarterback says he plans to play in next week's AFC wild-card game against the Texans.

Bills' Reggie Bush crowned NFL's new negative rushing yards 'leader'

Everyone, including Steve Gleason, had more rushing yards than Reggie Bush in 2016.

NFL draft order for 2017 set with Browns on the clock

The NFL draft order for 2017 is set ... for picks 1-20, that is.

Chargers fire coach Mike McCoy

San Diego fell 37-27 to the Chiefs hours earlier, sealing a 5-11 season, but the writing had already been on the wall.

Broncos coach Gary Kubiak tells players he is 'stepping down' for health concerns

Gary Kubiak is putting his own well-being ahead of his career.

Saints lose Willie Snead, Brandin Cooks to scary injuries

The Saints lost two of their top receivers late in Sunday's 38-32 loss to the Falcons.

LeGarrette Blount rips 'dirty' Ndamukong Suh after dust-up

The Patriots running back didn't hold back about Ndamukong Suh following Sunday's win: "I don't think his own teammates like him."

Alshon Jeffery guarantees Super Bowl for Bears next year

The Bears put the final touches on a 3-13 season Sunday, the worst 16-game finish in franchise history.

Steve Smith gives emotional farewell to football after final game

The Ravens wideout played his final NFL game Sunday and couldn't hold back his tears afterward.

49ers GM Trent Baalke fired; coach Chip Kelly learns same fate

The 49ers on Sunday informed coach Chip Kelly and general manager Trent Baalke that they have been relieved of their duties.

Talib snatches Crabtree's chain

The Broncos cornerback went right after the Raiders receiver in the first quarter of Sunday's game in Denver.

Cardinals' David Johnson suffers ugly knee injury against Rams

Johnson was on the ground for several minutes before leaving the field under his own power.

Carson Wentz gifts TD ball to Mike Trout after Eagles score

Every member of the Philadelphia Eagles recently received a pair of Mike Trout’s signature shoes courtesy of the MLB superstar.

Protesters make statement in Minn.

The protesters were urging the U.S. Bank to diverge from the Dakota Access Pipeline.

Texans' playoff berth might not save coach Bill O'Brien's job

Houston and Bill O'Brien could "mutually" agree to part ways if the Texans lose early in the playoffs, according to a report.

Sean Payton, Rams share mutual interest, report says

Payton led the Saints to a Super Bowl win in 2009.

Bears coach John Fox, GM Ryan Pace will get the chance they deserve

Chicago is 3-12 this season after going 6-10 last year.

​Jets give coach Todd Bowles, GM Mike Maccagnan another chance

New York won't be cleaning house, after all.

Broncos coach Gary Kubiak likely to step down amid health concerns

Gary Kubiak was forced to take a week off earlier this year after being taken to the hospital and diagnosed with a "complex migraine condition."

DeMarcus Ware says he's not retiring despite back surgery

Despite undergoing season-ending back surgery, DeMarcus Ware says he's not done playing professional football.

FSU star Dalvin Cook declares for NFL Draft

Florida State's Dalvin Cook put to rest questions about whether he would return for his senior year, as he declared for the NFL Draft.

NFL declines Aldon Smith's reinstatement request, per report

Smith applied for reinstatement in early October. Sources have said he won't be reinstated in time for the Raiders' playoff run.

Steve Smith to wear special cleats for final career game

Smith will play the final regular season game against the Bengals.

Hue Jackson insists Browns playing to win, not get first overall draft pick

If the Browns beat the Steelers on Sunday, there's a chance Cleveland won't secure the top pick in the 2017 NFL Draft.

Was Rex Ryan too nice to his players? LeSean McCoy and Sammy Watkins say discipline among players was lacking under Ryan.

It's official: Colin Kaepernick is 49ers' 'most courageous and inspirational player'

Colin Kaepernick was given the 49ers' most prestigious honor this year.

Julio Jones nearing full health, but do Falcons need him?

Atlanta coach Dan Quinn will not have Julio Jones on a snap count this week.

Is 'class' too much for Darrelle Revis to ask of Jets?

Darrelle Revis is not sure how much longer he will play in New York.

Steve Smith broke the mold, then burned it up, then talked about it

Some day there might be another receiver who looks, sounds or plays like Steve Smith, but that singular blend that made him up will never be copied.

Tyler Eifert wants to join Rob Gronkowski's post-surgery dance party

Bengals tight end Tyler Eifert wants Gronk to know he is in good company after both of them had back surgery.

Colts' Robert Mathis to retire, can surpass Dwight Freeney's sack total in last game

Robert Mathis, 35, will play his last game Sunday but says he's a "Colt for life."

Bart Scott to Bills' Marcell Dareus: 'We can’t put the playbook in crayon'

Bart Scott had some harsh criticism for the Bills' defensive lineman.

Marvin Lewis deserves return given triumphs over opponents, Bengals ownership

Can Cincinnati find a better coach than Marvin Lewis? Maybe, but it certainly does not deserve one.

Steve Smith's Hall of Fame case solidified by tenacity and trash talk

These are the moments we will remember about Steve Smith Sr., who, pound-for-pound, might be the most intimidating player in NFL history.

NFL Coach of the Year race is closer than the odds tell you

Cowboys coach Jason Garrett stands out above other candidates for Coach of the Year ... for now.

Lions' biggest weapon against Packers is no secret

Detroit needs Darius Slay to play his best football Sunday against Green Bay.

Ryan Tannehill's return for playoffs not as important as QB's career, Dolphins say

Miami is holding out hope its quarterback can return for the playoffs, but the Dolphins promise to be "smart."

Petition wants Falcons to revoke Michael Vick's invitation to Saints game

Plenty of Atlanta fans still "do not support Vick" years after his dogfighting conviction.

Buc teammates were surprised but will be supportive.

Cowboys will use Dak Prescott, Tony Romo and Mark Sanchez vs. Eagles, per report

All three quarterbacks will get a turn.

Bills, Sammy Watkins make sure you can't look away at this wreck of a team

And they still have a good shot at beating the Jets in Week 17.

Cowboys to offer VIP tours of new practice facility

Visitors will be given an "all-access" look (at a price, of course) at The Star, which is located about 45 minutes north of AT&T Stadium.

Larry Fitzgerald wants to mirror Tim Duncan, keep retirement plans secret

Duncan didn't have a farewell tour with teams presenting gifts before his final games. That's exactly how Fitzgerald wants to go out.

Dak Prescott won't play QB against Eagles, but neither will Tony Romo

Sanchez, not Tony Romo is expected to see the majority of snaps Sunday against the Eagles.

Blame the Bills' owners, head clowns in season-ending circus

Rex Ryan, Anthony Lynn, Tyrod Taylor and future Bills coaches deserve our sympathy — because the owners look clueless and unaccountable.

Bills QB Tyrod Taylor could be facing hernia surgery

Taylor has 23 total touchdowns this season as a dual threat.

Chargers' Keenan Allen calls out Chiefs 'bum' Marcus Peters

The AFC West rivalry at its finest.

Antonio Brown hasn't forgotten bet with Brandon Marshall

Remember that time Brandon Marshall bet Antonio Brown he could out-perform him this season? Antonio Brown does.

Texans' AFC playoff game is big, like bigger than monster trucks

If you've wondered which is bigger in Texas, football or monster trucks, we have an answer.

Heisman winner Rashaan Salaam died of gunshot to head, coroner says

The nature of Salaam's death hadn't been made public, though his mother had said he left a note, indicating it was a suicide.

Marvin Lewis confirms plans to return to Bengals in 2017 despite rumors

The 14th-year Cincinnati coach was upset by a report this week that he would retire after this season.

Ezekiel Elliott does his best to distract a calm and cool Dak Prescott during interview

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is cool under pressure. Just check out how calm the rookie remained during an interview with reporters Wednesday, as Ezekiel Elliott tried his best to distract him.

Ex-NFL player Keion Carpenter dies at 39 after collapsing on vacation

Carpenter played at Virginia Tech and spent eight years in the NFL before founding The Carpenter's House in his hometown of Baltimore.

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Making sense of Week 17’s playoff scenarios

The Buccaneers have to beat the Panthers and hope a lot of things go their way in order to make the playoffs.

Team MVP, pending free agent Le’Veon Bell wants to stay a Steeler

QB Ben Roethlisberger on the Steelers' pending negotiations with the AFC rushing leader: "They do need to do whatever they can to keep him.”

Jets upset with Brandon Marshall after halftime rant, report says

This probably explains why Brandon Marshall and Sheldon Richardson are at odds.

Carson Wentz buys Eagles linemen shotguns for Christmas

Avid outdoorsman Carson Wentz took care of his Eagles offensive line with a unique Christmas present.

Richard Sherman: 'It's a privilege to have me' at the podium

Richard Sherman declined to hold his weekly news conference Wednesday, saying it is a "privilege" for him to talk to the media.

NFL moves Hall of Fame Game to Thursday night

This summer's Hall of Fame Game was canceled after the field at Tom Benson Stadium was not suitable to host a game.

DeMarcus Ware's season ends with back surgery; is retirement next?

An injury-marred season will end a game early for the pass-rushing legend, who sits eighth on the NFL's all-time sacks list.

Tom Coughlin reportedly interviews for Jaguars job

A familiar face could be rejoining the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Nearing touchdown record, Chargers' Antonio Gates plans to play in 2017

Gates needs two TDs against the Chiefs to move past Tony Gonzalez into first place for most touchdown catches by a tight end.

Doug Martin leaves Bucs to enter drug treatment facility

The Buccaneers running back was excused from Wednesday's practice, but Bucs coach Dirk Koetter did not give a reason why.

Houston CB Howard Wilson to enter 2017 NFL Draft

Howard Wilson is a long corner who projects to be drafted in the third or fourth round.

Blame Matthew Stafford, not his injured finger, for recent interceptions

Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford knows not to make excuses.

Bills' Tyrod Taylor benching came from above the coaching staff

Buffalo interim head coach Anthony Lynn "wasn't in that room" when the decision was made to bench Tyrod Taylor.

Steve Smith '89 percent sure' his final game will be Sunday

The Ravens wide receiver seems ready to call it a career — for real this time.

Patriots have high price tag on Jimmy Garoppolo for trade, report says

Is Jimmy Garoppolo worth what New England wants in return?

Dez Bryant tried to crash QB meeting after TD pass against Lions

Dez Bryant thinks he's a quarterback now.

Bills, Tyrod Taylor is strictly business, but Fournette and McCaffrey is not?

A billion-dollar NFL franchise can nonchalantly bench a starter for financial reasons, but college stars can't do the same for themselves. Why?

Special teams coordinators like Joe DeCamillis deserve head coach consideration

The Broncos' special teams coordinator could be the next Bill Belichick, so teams probably shouldn't ignore him in their coaching search.

Sheldon Richardson, Brandon Marshall not speaking but don't have beef

Clearly something is going on between two of the Jets' best players.

Bruce Arians has good points ready to talk Larry Fitzgerald out of retirement

Will Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald retire after the season? Not if his coach can help it.

Cleveland weatherman finally shaves giant Browns-inspired beard, takes him two hours

Scott Sabol says it took him two hours to remove his giant beard, following Cleveland's 20-17 win over San Diego.

Browns' lone win turns into meals for 80,000

There will be no 0-16 parade in Cleveland, but the money raised for the event goes to a good cause, anyway.

Bruce DeHaven, former Panthers, Bills special teams coach, loses fight with cancer

Bruce DeHaven died Tuesday following a 19-month battle with cancer. He was 68.

Lions to ask NFL to review unnecessary roughness penalty for tackle on Ezekiel Elliott

Lions DT A'Shawn Robinson was flagged for unnecessary roughness for a tackle on Ezekiel Elliott.

Panthers keeping Luke Kuechly sidelined for season finale

Coach Ron Rivera said the team is going to play it safe and keep the linebacker out of Sunday's season finale against the Buccaneers.

Cowboys tackle Tyron Smith suffers sprained MCL against Lions

Pro Bowl left tackle Tyron Smith has a sprained MCL and will miss the Cowboys' season finale, but will be ready for the playoffs.

Cowboys fan explains viral sign about being dumped by fiance

Brenna Clanton, a huge Cowboys fan, said her ex-fiance missed out on the Detroit-Dallas game when he dumped her via text message.

Aaron Hernandez got tattoos confessing to double homicide, prosecutor alleges

The former Patriots tight end may have ink connecting him to his alleged double murder.

Cowboys don't want to see red-hot Packers in the playoffs

If Dallas and Green Bay meet in the playoffs, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond likes the Packers' chances.

Mike Tomlin shouldn't take risks with Steelers starters as playoffs loom

The rule should be simple Sunday: If there’s a second teamer available to play a position, he should play that position.

Bills bench QB Tyrod Taylor due to injury clause, report says

The Bills have decided to be cautious with Tyrod Taylor so they don't have to shell out $30.75 million if he sustains a serious injury.

Cowboys' best QB plan for Week 17 does not include Tony Romo

Dallas needs to protect its backup QB for the playoffs, too. Good thing the Cowboys have a solid "backup backup quarterback" plan.