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Mike Tomlin spells out severe response to Terry Bradshaw for 'cheerleader' comment

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin considers Terry Bradshaw's latest jab disrespectful and "unprofessional."

Mike DeCourcy

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Bills' 7 best coaching candidates to replace Rex Ryan

With Rex Ryan out, the Bills' new owners go on their second coaching search. Here are some hot names, including one Super Bowl winner.

David Steele

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Rex Ryan fired by Bills after two seasons; Tyrod Taylor benched

Rex Ryan failed to deliver the Bills to the playoffs, joining a coaching scrap heap that's accumulated in the franchise's 17-year drought.

Brandon Schlager

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Oddsmakers expect Cowboys, Giants and Steelers to play backups in Week 17

The playoff positions of the Cowboys, Giants and Steelers are solidified, so there are questions about how much their key starters will play Sunday.

Marcus Dinitto

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He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 16

As some NFL teams are preparing for the playoffs, other clubs such as the Jets, Rams and Vikings are a mess with one week remaining.

Ron Clements

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Lions on brink of elimination following blowout loss to Cowboys

The Lions could have clinched a playoff spot Monday. Instead they'll be facing elimination next week.

Ron Clements

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Cowboys punter Chris Jones levels Lions' Andre Roberts on punt return

Jones leveled Roberts on the punt return, but was lucky he didn't get flagged for targeting.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Lions DT A'Shawn Robinson flagged for tackling Ezekiel Elliott too hard

The Lions were the victims of an egregiously bad call Monday night against the Cowboys.

Ron Clements

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Dirk Koetter defends decision to bench Doug Martin

Buccaneers coach Dirk Koetter stood by his defense of running back Doug Martin, two days after he was a healthy scratch against the Saints.

Arthur Weinstein

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Ezekiel Elliott gifts Dak Prescott diamond chain

The Dallas Cowboys running back gave Dak Prescott a diamond chain for Christmas.

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Steelers players defend Mike Tomlin after Terry Bradshaw's criticism

Tomlin holds a record of 102-57 in his 10-year tenure in Pittsburgh and has never posted a losing record.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Marcus Mariota 'shouldn't' lose mobility with surgery, could return for OTAs

Titans QB Marcus Mariota is expected to miss four to five months after surgery this week on his broken leg.

Marc Lancaster

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Ron Rivera: Cam Newton will play 'a different style' for Panthers

Will the Panthers adjust their offense so Cam Newton doesn't take so many violent hits?

Jordan Heck

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Derek Carr's chances to return for potential Raiders Super Bowl don't look good

The 25-year-old MVP candidate with a broken leg continues to lead: "We still have work to do as a team and goals to obtain."

Bob Hille

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Dolphins' playoff berth a result of team play even Bill Belichick can appreciate

Bill Belichick perfectly summed up why Miami's run to the playoffs this season has been so impressive.

Tadd Haislop

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Dethroned Broncos have 4 options at QB for 2017; none are great

Get an O-line for Trevor Siemian? Go with Paxton Lynch? Look at Tony Romo? It's not pretty, which describes the Broncos offense in 2016.

Bob Hille

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​Cowboys' Jason Garrett puts fantasy owner minds at ease with starter decision

Breathe easy, fantasy owners. Jason Garrett says he'll play Ezekiel Elliott and Dak Prescott as normal Monday night vs. the Lions.

Marcus Dinitto

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NFL Network runs powerful domestic violence PSA during Ravens-Steelers game

The NFL Network ran a haunting domestic violence PSA during the Ravens-Steelers game on Christmas Day.

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Bill Belichick is the Grinch who cuts people on Christmas

A story from now-Chargers tight end Asante Cleveland removes any lingering doubt: Bill Belichick is the Grinch.

Marcus Dinitto

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Broncos were doomed long before 2016 season began

Denver was eliminated from playoff contention in Week 16 ... and you're surprised?

Alex Marvez

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Steelers stand strong as Patriots' only threat in AFC playoffs

It won't be easy to knock out the Steelers, the only AFC team standing between the Patriots and Super Bowl LI.

Vinnie Iyer

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Carlos Hyde tears MCL, finishes whisker shy of 1,000-yard season

Carlos Hyde came up 12 yards short in his quest for his first 1,000-rushing yard season as he suffered a season-ending knee injury Saturday.

Marcus Dinitto

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Vikings defenders acted 'stupid and ignorant' against Packers, Deion Sanders says

Primetime does not like how some Vikings defenders decided to ignore coach Mike Zimmer's game plan for covering Jordy Nelson.

Jordan Heck

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Ravens' Terrell Suggs can't believe somebody asked him about retirement

The 14-year veteran tore his biceps Oct. 16 but has missed only one game since.

Marc Lancaster

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Dontari Poe throws TD pass, Andy Reid loses some class

Andy Reid's ill-advised move will linger with a familiar division foe.

Vinnie Iyer

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Chiefs go nuts over security tackle

A fan at Arrowhead Stadium ran onto the field late in the third quarter of Sunday's Broncos-Chiefs game.

Ron Clements

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Ravens Steelers AFC North

The Steelers will stretch their season thanks to late heroics by Ben Roethlisberger, Le'Veon Bell and Antonio Brown.

Ron Clements

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Will Cowboys give QB Romo reps?

What good would it do to play Tony Romo with his backside protected by a third-stringer while throwing to a backup, too?

Bob Hille

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Rams fans not in festive mood

When you have given your archrival its only two wins and lost 10 of 11, your fans aren't exactly in a festive mood.

Ron Clements

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J.J. Watt, Eddie Lacy and other injured players that impacted the NFL season

Injuries to key players affected the fortunes of several teams during the 2016 NFL season. We take a look at what might have been.

Arthur Weinstein

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NFC North battle flexed to Sunday night as NFL adjusts regular-season finale

The Packers and Lions will be playing for the NFC North championship in primetime.

Ron Clements

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Jared Goff on Rams' loss: 'I need to be better for us to win'

The Rams quarterback was critical of his performance in Saturday's loss to the 49ers but promised Los Angeles fans that change is coming.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Vikings clarify Jordy Nelson defensive scheme breakdown

A Vikings source told ESPN that Mike Zimmer's defensive instructions to contain Jordy Nelson were only ignored for one series.

Arthur Weinstein

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Who is Matt McGloin? Raiders quarterback has beaten expectations before

The injury to Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has thrust backup Matt McGloin into the spotlight. Just who is this unheralded reserve?

Arthur Weinstein

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The Blitz Read: Brutal Week 16 for playoff-bound Raiders, Seahawks

The Raiders and Seahawks both saw star players go down with broken legs. The Titans lost quarterback Marcus Mariota to the same injury.

Ron Clements

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Cowboys' biggest threat in loaded NFC playoff field is . . .

A lot of teams could give Dallas fits in the divisional playoffs or the conference championship.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Savage far from perfect, but Texans clinch AFC South

You can call Tom Savage a playoff quarterback.

Ron Clements

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Seahawks' Earl Thomas makes decision about future

The Seahawks safety hinted at retirement after breaking his leg earlier in December.

Scott Ridge

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Kirk Cousins' Christmas suit was a surprise to him

Kirk Cousins wasn't the one responsible for his amazing suit.

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Raiders QB Derek Carr suffers broken leg, done for season

It has been a costly day for NFL playoff teams. The Raiders' MVP-caliber quarterback was the latest to go down Saturday.

Ron Clements

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Cleveland Browns' worst is behind them; Joe Thomas is sure this time

The Browns' best player knows better things are coming for the franchise very soon.

Alex Marvez

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Jets coach Todd Bowles discloses health issue that required hospitalization

The Jets coach did not originally travel with the team to New England.

Scott Ridge

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Jets' Sheldon Richardson rips Brandon Marshall for unknown reasons

This might be the low point of New York's 2016 season.

Scott Ridge

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Seahawks WR Tyler Lockett suffers broken leg vs. Cardinals

The second-year receiver broke his right leg while catching a 28-yard pass.

Ron Clements

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The Browns finally won a game and everyone is happy (except the Chargers)

It's a Christmas miracle! The Browns finally won a game, as they defeated the Chargers on Saturday 20-17 to avoid an 0-15 record.

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NFL playoff picture, scenarios: Lions can clinch; Dolphins sneak in

The NFL playoff picture is getting interesting. Here are the playoff scenarios for Week 16.

Tadd Haislop

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Vikings DBs ignore Mike Zimmer's plan for covering Jordy Nelson

Jordy Nelson had already torched the Vikings before the coaches noticed something was not going as planned.

Scott Ridge

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Aaron Rodgers makes more history as he keeps Packers rolling

The Green Bay quarterback continues to shatter team records while adding his name to the NFL record book.

Ron Clements

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Bill Belichick reaches rare coaching milestone

Belichick earned career victory No. 200 with New England on Saturday.

Scott Ridge

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Browns finally win, but RGIII hurt and No. 1 pick in jeopardy

Even when the Browns win, they lose.

Brandon Schlager

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Marcus Mariota goes down, sinks Titans' AFC South dreams

A nasty injury might have ended Marcus Mariota's breakout season in Tennessee.

Vinnie Iyer

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Panthers coach Ron Rivera surfaces in rumor mill for Rams job

Panthers coach Ron Rivera is the latest big name to surface in the Rams' high-profile search for a new head coach.

Arthur Weinstein

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Jets supporter Joe Namath thanks 'Football Gods' for Alabama

The Jets are an embarrassment to their supporters, including Joe Namath.

Tadd Haislop

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Chargers plan to move on from coach Mike McCoy, report says

The Chargers "are almost certain" to fire McCoy following the season, his fourth in San Diego, according to a report.

Brandon Schlager

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Jaguars to interview Tom Coughlin, but perhaps not for head coaching job

Tom Coughlin, the first coach in Jacksonville Jaguars history, will interview this week.

Arthur Weinstein

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Did Cam Newton use cleats to announce birth and/or gender of second child?

Cam Newton's pink cleats Saturday might not be incidental.

Tadd Haislop

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'Tis the season for NFL Christmas cleats

From Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer to Frosty the Snowman, NFL players are really in the Christmas spirit.

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Todd Bowles rejoins Jets to coach vs. Patriots after hospital scare

The Jets coach did not originally travel with the team to New England when he was hospitalized Friday with an undisclosed ailment.

Brandon Schlager

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NFL picks Week 16: Browns get Christmas miracle; Lions upset Cowboys

In our NFL picks and predictions for Week 16, the Cleveland Browns' nightmare of a winless season finally ends.

David Steele

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NFL playoff picture: Packers force NFC North title game with Lions

What is the NFL playoff picture looking like after the early Saturday afternoon games of Week 16?

Vinnie Iyer

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Redskins' Jordan Reed reportedly out Saturday vs. Bears

Kirk Cousins will be down a key receiver as Washington tries to keep its playoff hopes alive in Week 16.

Marc Lancaster

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Vikings team plane involved with runway incident landing in Green Bay

None of the Vikings was reported hurt, though word is the team is "stuck" waiting to get off the plane.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Jets' Bowles hospitalized

The Jets said Bowles is in stable condition but did not travel with the team to New England.

Marc Lancaster

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Terry Bradshaw not a huge fan of Steelers' Mike Tomlin: 'He's a cheerleader guy'

Terry Bradshaw unleashed some harsh criticism of the Steelers coach Friday.

Tadd Haislop

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Wyoming's Brian Hill to enter NFL draft, can compete in loaded RB class

Haven't heard of Brian Hill? Get to know this potential sleeper running back for the 2017 NFL Draft.

Eric Galko

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Melvin Gordon might be stuck 3 yards short of first 1,000-yard season

Melvin Gordon, who's battling a hip injury, might not play again for San Diego this season.

Brandon Schlager

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Bills GM Doug Whaley denies Rex Ryan rumors: 'None of us know our future'

Addressing speculation about Rex Ryan's job security for the first time, the Bills GM said little to indicate a 2017 return.

Brandon Schlager

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Ezekiel Elliott gives Cowboys offensive line extravagant Christmas gift

Dallas' rookie running back clearly is thankful for his offensive line.

Jordan Heck

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Adrian Peterson's valiant return to Vikings short-lived

The Vikings on Friday ruled Adrian Peterson out for Saturday's game against the Packers.

Brandon Schlager

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Le'Veon Bell's top 10 plays of 2016 scream MVP for Steelers RB

Le'Veon Bell might be having the best season of his career. Here is proof.

Tadd Haislop

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Adrian Peterson, dressed as Santa Claus, donates gifts to 101 children

The Vikings running back has been in the Christmas spirit this week.

Jordan Heck

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Rob Gronkowski makes fun of Madden curse in new commercial

Rob Gronkowski always knows how to make the best of a bad situation.

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Vikings' Kyle Rudolph to bust out red-nosed cleats

Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph plans a stylish Christmas Eve at Lambeau.

Scott Ridge

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Ravens' defensive front looks to wreak havoc on Steelers ... again

It’s one of the fiercest rivalries in the NFL, and Sunday’s game has a lot riding on it.

Ron Clements

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Bill Belichick 'appreciates' questions about Michael Floyd's blood alcohol level

The Patriots say they didn't know the severity of Floyd's intoxication during his arrest.

Scott Ridge

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Twitter had a lot to say about Bob Costas' fedora

Step aside Cam Newton, there's a new hat king in the NFL — and his name is Bob Costas.

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Raiders are built too well to be a 'one-hit wonder' playoff team

Oakland GM Reggie McKenzie tells SN why he thinks the Raiders are here to stay as contenders. Their success is his doing, after all.

Alex Marvez

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Cam Newton knows all too well why Panthers should let Luke Kuechly rest

With the Panthers' slim playoff chances, Newton says it makes little sense to risk Kuechly's health.

Scott Ridge

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Odell Beckham Jr. caught 'growling to himself' after Giants' loss

Beckham also reportedly banged his head against the wall.

Jordan Heck

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Eli Manning turns into 'Bad Eli' as Giants fail to clinch playoff berth

Thursday night's Eli Manning looked a lot like the 2013 Eli Manning who threw 27 interceptions.

Ron Clements

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Carson Wentz evaluated for concussion after getting slammed to turf

The Eagles were on their way to an upset win of the Giants Thursday night, but it might be a costly victory.

Ron Clements

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Eagles blasting Giants early thanks to two big plays

The Eagles are putting up points on both sides of the ball, much to the chagrin of the Giants.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Report of new NFL spring league quickly refuted

A SiriusXM NFL Radio report that the NFL was launching a spring league in April was quickly debunked.

Ron Clements

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Raiders punter Marquette King blames Pro Bowl snub on Russians

America's favorite punter questions the voting system.

Jordan Heck

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Michael Floyd: 'Right now it's about learning from that mistake'

Michael Floyd spoke to Boston media for the first time since the Patriots signed him following his DUI arrest.

Bob Hille

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Russell Wilson went all out on Christmas gifts for Seahawks teammates

The quarterback showed appreciation to his offensive line, in particular.

Jordan Heck

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Bill Belichick calls Patriots' Jacoby Brissett activation 'insurance'

Belichick explained his decision to activate the QB by saying, "Nobody needs insurance until you need insurance."

Gabrielle McMillen

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Weekend NFL Kickoff: Giants among several teams hoping to clinch playoff spots

Thursday's Giants-Eagles game kicks off a Week 16 slate chock-full of playoff implications.

Ron Clements

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Barry Switzer made up meeting with Donald Trump just to mess with the media

"I went back to my hotel and laughed my ass off."

Jordan Heck

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Odell Beckham Jr. says he was fined $18K for Craig Sager cleats

Odell Beckham Jr. say he was fined for wearing cleats in honor of the late Craig Sager.

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Troy Aikman gushes over Dak Prescott: ‘He is the future’

“I said this was the most impressive young player I’ve ever been around at the position."

Bob Hille

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Players, not Todd Bowles, made J-E-T-S a M-E-S-S

The Jets players let Todd Bowles down in Year 2. He deserves a chance to clean house and get in players he can trust and count on.

David Steele

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Man fatally stabs stepmom for ‘gloating’ about Cowboys win, police say

The Austin, Texas, man told police that his stepmother was "disrespecting his father and gloating" about the Cowboys' Sunday night win.

Bob Hille

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Michael Floyd faces possible 45-day jail sentence with BAC of .217

The former Cardinals receiver may have found a new home in New England, but he may have to return to Arizona for 45 days.

Ron Clements

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Former Browns, Buckeyes WR Brian Hartline calls Terrelle Pryor 'flash in the pan'

Count Hartline among the players who doubt Pryor's ability as an NFL receiver.

Ron Clements

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Larry Fitzgerald uncertain about NFL future after 13 seasons with Cardinals

Fitzgerald is still on top of his game, leading the NFL with 98 receptions and getting selected to his 10th Pro Bowl this season.

Ron Clements

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ESPN's Jon Gruden: 'Right now, I have no intentions of coaching'

The "Monday Night Football" analyst reportedly would listen to the Rams, so the "right now" is a key part of his non-denial denial.

Bob Hille

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Ex-NFL safety Brandon Meriweather: Players get 'dead drunk' before Pro Bowl

Former NFL safety Brandon Meriweather explains what really goes on at Pro Bowl games.

Jordan Heck

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Leonard Fournette, Christian McCaffrey setting college football on irreversible draft path

Leonard Fournette's and Christian McCaffrey's decisions are not just outliers. They represent the continuation of college athletes' empowerment to choose future professional careers over the current bowl system.

Eric Galko

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Calvin Johnson staying retired, cites nasty, chronic injuries for walking away

Former Detroit Lions receiver explains why he's staying retired despite his young age.

Jordan Heck

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Trevor Siemian buys Broncos linemen parkas that dispense Skittles

Siemian clearly wants his linemen to taste the rainbow.

Jordan Heck

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Jets' Bryce Petty brushes off crushing hit on Instagram, references 'Wedding Crashers'

Bradley Cooper was nowhere to be found, however.

Joe Rivera

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Giants' walkie-talkie bust latest stain on a shady season

In the nation's biggest market, throughout a breakout season, how are the Giants getting away with so much sleaze?

David Steele

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Myth of Broncos' John Elway being a brilliant GM should be busted now

Hold off on crediting John Elway for dodging the Brock Osweiler bullet. The weight of the Broncos' post-Super Bowl fade is on him.

David Steele

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Michael Floyd's DUI arrest video shows Floyd passed out behind wheel

“You got four cars. You got four cop cars for one drunk.”

Bob Hille

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Jaguars players found out about Gus Bradley's firing through Twitter

Jaguars players felt like the coach deserved a better firing.

Jordan Heck

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Cowboys' 2016 success makes Jerry Jones a lock for Hall of Fame

Jerry Jones was once heralded as solely a businessman, but it's hard to deny the success that Big D has had in nearly three decades of ownership.

Alex Marvez

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Pro Bowl rosters headed by Raiders, Falcons players

The 2017 Pro Bowl will be played at Orlando's Camping World Stadium on Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. ET.

Ron Clements

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Aaron Hernandez identified as trigger man in 2012 shooting of Daniel de Abreu, Safiro Furtado

The former Patriots tight end is on trial for the shooting deaths of 29-year-old Daniel de Abreu and 28-year-old Safiro Furtado.

Ron Clements

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Richard Sherman threatens to 'ruin career' of Seahawks reporter

The Seahawks cornerback did not appreciate a line of questioning about his criticism of Seattle's goal-line play call against the Rams.

Ron Clements

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Bengals TE Tyler Eifert 'not going' to Pro Bowl if selected

Eifert suffered an ankle injury in last season's Pro Bowl that required surgery.

Alec Brzezinski

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Wisconsin's Paul Chryst says 'no way' he'll leave for Rams

An MMQB report last week caused quite a stir in Madison when it mentioned the Badgers coach as a possible candidate for the Rams.

Ron Clements

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Giants fined, lose draft spot for walkie-talkie use against Cowboys

Ben McAdoo's use of a walkie-talkie during a Dec. 11 game against the Cowboys was costly for the Giants coach and his team.

Ron Clements

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NFL GM perspective: Why Christian McCaffrey, Leonard Fournette are making mistakes

Christian McCaffrey and Leonard Fournette skipping their bowl games really rubs former NFL GM Jeff Diamond the wrong way.

Jeff Diamond

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Chargers security guard caught masturbating near cheerleaders

The security company is investigating an incident in which a man appeared to be masturbating on the sideline during the Chargers' loss to the Raiders on Sunday.

Tadd Haislop

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Are Cowboys better off trading or releasing Tony Romo?

The Tony Romo trade or release question Dallas faces is tough. The answer depends on its salary cap plan, among other factors.

Jason Fitzgerald

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NBC's 'Sunday Night Football' on track to be No. 1 TV show for 6th straight year

With two game telecasts remaining in the 2016 season, NBC Sports says "Sunday Night Football" is poised to tie Fox's former "American Idol" as the only TV series to finish No. 1 six years in a row.

Michael McCarthy

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Cam Newton has better chance to be elected president than to get a flag in his favor

Cam Newton got some write-in votes for president last month.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL draft spotlight: 2017 QB class is better than you think

The NFL remains desperate for good quarterbacks, which is good news for the likes of Patrick Mahomes and Mitch Trubisky.

Eric Galko

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Jaylon Smith doesn't regret playing in bowl game despite suffering injury

The linebacker is being used as an example, but he doesn't regret what he did.

Jordan Heck

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If it's open season on Cam Newton, Panthers should sit him for his own good

The NFL apparently has opted out of providing its MVP equal protection. So why should he take another snap the rest of this season?

David Steele

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Texans rookie stuck with huge bill after teammates drink a ton of Hennessy

Who ordered the salad?

Joe Rivera

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Ezekiel Elliott pledges $21K to Salvation Army after kettle jump

The Salvation Army credited Elliott's touchdown celebration Sunday night for a significant spike in donations Monday.

Brandon Schlager

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Jordan Reed punches Kurt Coleman, squares up, gets ejected

Textbook right cross to Coleman's helmet makes for an easy ejection.

Joe Rivera

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What does Cam Newton need to do to get a flag out here?

The Panthers star quarterback took yet another illegal shot Monday night against the Redskins in the second quarter.

Jordan Greer

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Cam Newton rocks ridiculous purple hat prior to MNF, internet has a field day

The world just isn't ready for this.

Joe Rivera

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Luke Kuechly inactive vs. Redskins despite passing concussion protocol

The Panthers' star linebacker has not played since suffering a concussion in a November game against the Saints.

Alec Brzezinski

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Browns giving Robert Griffin III another opportunity to 'swing at it'

RGIII is set to make his third straight start Sunday as the Browns seek their first win of the season against the Chargers.

Alec Brzezinski

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Odell Beckham Jr. says NFL would fine him for Ezekiel Elliott-like kettle hop

The Giants receiver believes the NFL is out to get him.

Jordan Heck

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Jaguars interested in bringing back Tom Coughlin, who still wants to coach

Coughlin could be headed back to the place where his NFL head-coaching career began.

Scott Ridge

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Fox Sports broadcaster Joe Buck hints at retirement

Longtime broadcaster and current Fox Sports NFL and MLB announcer Joe Buck appears to be in the final stage of his career.

Joe Rodgers

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Ezekiel Elliott not a fan of NFL draft prospects bailing on bowl games

The former Ohio State star apparently thinks Christian McCaffrey and Leonard Fournette are making a mistake.

Marc Lancaster

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Dez Bryant has a message for 'fake Cowboys fans'

After calls to bench Dak Prescott, Dez Bryant is defending his quarterback.

Jordan Heck

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Brock Osweiler whiff costs Texans much more than $37 million

Brock Osweiler's benching proves Houston is in more than just financial trouble.

Vinnie Iyer

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Salvation Army drops mic on ESPN's Darren Rovell with great Twitter response

Never diss a charitable organization. ESPN's Darren Rovell learned that the hard way.

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Terrible Towel torturers like Bengals' Jeremy Hill never seem to learn

Those who disrespect the Terrible Towel always seem to face karma — a history lesson.

Mike DeCourcy

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Ezekiel Elliott's Salvation Army kettle celebration applauded, not fined

Ezekiel Elliott will not be fined for his Salvation Army kettle celebration, much to the chagrin of Jerry Jones.

Joe Rodgers

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Saints' Mark Ingram admits he needs to chill after sideline tirade

Mark Ingram went off on his coaches after they took him out of the game in the red zone Sunday.

Joe Rodgers

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Ravens' gift win makes Christmas in Pittsburgh mean everything

The Ravens are headed to a winner-take-all showdown with the Steelers, but winning has been a struggle for Baltimore.

David Steele

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Gary Kubiak had to break up Aqib Talib, Broncos offense 'before it turned ugly'

Denver's offensive and defensive players are not getting along these days.

Jordan Heck

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NFL, TV networks force-feeding you Cowboys with good reason

Tired of watching the Cowboys in prime time seemingly every week? Too bad. They're money in the bank.

Michael McCarthy

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The Blitz Read: AFC South a jumbled mess with two games remaining

Thanks to a pair of improbable wins, the Titans and Texans are 8-6, but the Colts are right behind them after Sunday's win in Minnesota.

Ron Clements

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Dak Prescott, Jameis Winston can learn a lot from each other

Next time you see them play, you can be sure their games won't look much different.

Vinnie Iyer

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Jerry Jones admits to purposely fueling Cowboys' QB controversy

The Cowboys owner has stood by Tony Romo, even through rookie Dak Prescott's successes, but it appears he had an agenda.

Alec Brzezinski

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Texans bench Brock Osweiler after poor start against Jaguars

Tom Savage replaced Osweiler with the Texans trailing 13-0 in the second quarter and led the team to a 21-20 comeback win.

Ron Clements

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Broncos' offense to blame while Denver teeters on edge of playoff elimination

If the Broncos fail to make the playoffs, defeats like Sunday’s 16-3 home loss to New England will be the reason.

Alex Marvez

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Jaguars' five best coaching candidates to replace Gus Bradley

The Jaguars' challenge is to hire someone who can get the same respect from their players and provide better overall results on the field. There's no doubt which side of the ball should dominate the search.

Vinnie Iyer

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Ezekiel Elliott donates himself to Salvation Army after TD run vs. Bucs

Terrell Owens who?

Joe Rivera

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Raiders fan takeover means Chargers fans voting with their feet

Chargers fans are telling the owners as the L.A. move gets closer: You want to abandon us? Enjoy your rivals' fans in your stadium.

David Steele

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Mark Ingram explodes on Sean Payton after being denied a touchdown

The Saints running back needed to be separated from Payton after verbally berating him on the sidelines.

Alec Brzezinski

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Patriots end losing streak in Denver, continue to be class of AFC

Mile High Stadium has been a house of horrors for Tom Brady, but the Patriots quarterback exorcised some of those demons Sunday.

Ron Clements

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Bills fan gets showered in ketchup and mustard

Strange things happen before Buffalo Bills home games.

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NFL playoff picture: Raiders end AFC drought, Packers get closer in NFC

Here's how the 2016 NFL playoff picture looks after Week 15's Thursday, Saturday and Sunday games.

Vinnie Iyer

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Aaron Rodgers will run away with MVP when Packers 'run the table'

Less than two weeks ago, seven players had better NFL MVP odds than Aaron Rodgers. Now it's hard to see him not finishing the season without winning it for the third time.

Vinnie Iyer

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Jaguars players troubled by Gus Bradley's firing: 'Sorry we let you down'

Gus Bradley clearly is respected by all who know him. Did the Jaguars make a mistake?

Tadd Haislop

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Vikings' defense falling apart is last straw for lost season

While all else failed around them, the Vikings counted on their defense to hold them together. It crashed against the Colts, and so did their playoff hopes.

David Steele

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Lil Wayne may name his next child after his new favorite Packers player

Lil Wayne has been a huge "Cheesehead" since his teenage years, but it appears his Packers fandom reached new heights after a Green Bay victory over the Bears.

Jordan Greer

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Browns fan wears saddest jersey ever

It appears as if Cleveland Browns fans are losing hope for a win this season.

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Jaguars fire Gus Bradley, want to 'reward loyal, patient fan base' with next coach

Gus Bradley traveled to Houston as Jacksonville's head coach. He will return home unemployed.

Tadd Haislop

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Tennessee, Mike Mularkey got titanic break after failed 2-point attempt

The Titans turned a terrible decision into an opportunistic win over the Chiefs at the end of the fourth quarter.

Alec Brzezinski

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Packers' playoff odds improve significantly with their win, Lions' loss

How can the Packers make the playoffs? Thanks to their win and the Lions' loss Sunday, simply by winning out and taking the NFC North.

Ron Clements

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Vikings fans use fire to prevent beers from freezing

A cold beer next to an open flame is not ideal, unless you're tailgating in 20 below zero weather like Vikings fans on Sunday.

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Adrian Peterson no longer able to save the Vikings

Adrian Peterson’s return to the lineup was supposed to boost the Vikings' playoff hopes. It had the opposite effect.

Marcus Dinitto

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Bills' handling of Rex Ryan is beyond awkward

Rex Ryan reportedly knows he's about to get fired by the Bills — very soon.

Tadd Haislop

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Von Miller wears fuzzy pregame cleats vs. Patriots

Von Miller's cleats for Week 15 are his most ridiculous yet.

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Brutal hit can't keep Vontaze Burfict out of Bengals-Steelers game

The Bengals linebacker endured a massive blow when Steelers guard David DeCastro delivered a helmet-to-helmet hit.

Kirstie Chiappelli

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Texans have had it with Brock Osweiler, who is now an expensive clipboard holder

Brock Osweiler, the $72 million man, was benched by the Texans on Sunday.

Ron Clements

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Steelers Terrible Towel experiences the wrath of Bengals' Jeremy Hill

Jeremy Hill wanted to make sure Steelers fans know they aren't welcome at Paul Brown Stadium.

Ron Clements

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Odell Beckham Jr. definitely doesn't catch pass, refs don't care

There is absolutely no way Odell Beckham Jr. caught this ball.

Jordan Greer

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​Odell Beckham, Golden Tate honoring Craig Sager with special footwear

Beckham and Tate are both honoring Craig Sager with special cleats at the Lions vs. Giants game Sunday at the Meadowlands.

Marcus Dinitto

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Sheldon Richardson before Jets-Dolphins game: 'F— this'

A Snapchat video of Sheldon Richardson before the Jets' loss to the Dolphins captured some terrible words.

Tadd Haislop

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Colts punter paid electric bills for 115 families

Colts punter Pat McAfee extended a warm gesture to several Indianapolis families this Christmas.

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Matt Barkley to wear wetsuit under Bears uniform vs. Packers, report says

Yes, it's that cold in Chicago.

Tadd Haislop

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Giants likely to get fined for walkie-talkie use in Cowboys game

The NFL is expected to fine the Giants for coach Ben McAdoo’s use of a walkie-talkie during last Sunday's win over Dallas.

Marcus Dinitto

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From Chicago to Denver, frigid temperatures invade NFL Week 15

This is "football weather" ... or something like that.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL picks: Patriots slip up against Broncos in Week 15

Our picks and predictions for Week 15 include an upset in Denver, which will shake up the AFC playoff picture.

David Steele

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EA Sports says Jeff Fisher can play Madden to exact revenge on Rams

EA Sports has the perfect response to the former LA coach.

Joe Rivera

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What was the Jets' offensive line doing on this play?

Confusion led to a Bryce Petty injury. Long live Ryan Fitzpatrick!

Joe Rivera

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Seahawks DL Damontre Moore arrested on suspicion of DWI

Moore has played in four games for Seattle after being signed as a free agent Nov. 1.

Travis Durkee

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Hue Jackson to Browns: Get ready for playoffs in 2017

It's good to have goals for next season if you are the winless Cleveland Browns.

Joe Rodgers

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Panthers likely to shut down Luke Kuechly, report says

Luke Kuechly was cleared from the NFL’s concussion protocol Saturday, nearly a month after he was carted off in tears.

Joe Rodgers

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Ratings

Ratings predictions for the weekend in sports television, including Week 15 of the NFL season, the start of the college football bowl season and more.

Paulsen SMW

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Vikings activate Adrian Peterson

Less than four months removed from knee surgery, Adrian Peterson has returned to the Vikings active roster and plans to play Sunday.

Arthur Weinstein

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Feds arrest woman accused of stealing from Ricky Williams and Dennis Rodman

Former NFL running back Ricky Williams claims his former financial advisor bilked him out of millions of dollars.

Arthur Weinstein

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Raiders' Aldon Smith 'mad and frustrated' awaiting reinstatement

Aldon Smith thought he'd be back in the NFL by now.

Joe Rodgers

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Pete Carroll meets with Richard Sherman over sideline outburst; 'wasn't right,' coach says

Carroll and Sherman seem to have come to an understanding.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Jeff Fisher describes his 'perfect scenario' of revenge against Rams

Fisher had a 31-45 record in five-plus season with the Rams.

Travis Durkee

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For Le'Veon Bell, contract and free agency possibility not a concern

Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell is set to become a free agent in 2017.

Arthur Weinstein

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'It's a motherfreaking war': Buccaneers hype video for Cowboys game is intense

Tampa Bay will increase its chances to beat Dallas if the Bucs just watch this hype video right before kickoff Sunday night.

Tadd Haislop

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Adrian Peterson says he'll play this week; will Vikings let him?

Adrian Peterson claims he will play this weekend, but the Vikings need to make a roster move if that's the case.

Arthur Weinstein

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NFL All-Pro roster format change makes all kinds of sense

Before Friday, the format of the AP's annual NFL All-Pro roster was outdated.

Tadd Haislop

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Eagles' Darren Sproles to miss Ravens game thanks to illegal hit

Darren Sproles has missed only handful of games in the past decade, but he'll sit out Sunday with a concussion.

Marc Lancaster

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Todd Gurley to fantasy football owner who threatened him: 'Pull up then'

The second-year Rams running back isn't about the foolishness.

Nick Birdsong

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Bill Belichick explains why Michael Floyd was right for the Patriots

The Patriots claimed troubled WR Michael Floyd off waivers Thursday, but when and how will he play for New England?

Tadd Haislop

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Janoris Jenkins-Golden Tate matchup could decide Giants-Lions game

Shutting down Golden Tate will largely be the responsibility of Janoris Jenkins, who is having a breakout season.

Ron Clements

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Rams' offense still stinks like poop in a middle-school bathroom

Jeff Fisher's firing did little to improve the Rams' dysfunction in a 24-3 loss that was every bit the "poopfest" Richard Sherman said it would be.

Ron Clements

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Rams' offense still stinks like poop in a middle-school bathroom

Jeff Fisher's firing did little to improve the Rams' dysfunction in a 24-3 loss that was every bit the "poopfest" Richard Sherman said it would be.

Ron Clements

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Seahawks embarrass Rams with fake punt; punter then gets lit up after fumble

Pete Carroll decided a lopsided win wasn't good enough. He might regret that decision if Jon Ryan has to miss significant playing time.

Ron Clements

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Bills OC Anthony Lynn believes some teams use Rooney Rule to 'check box' on diversity

"Hire the best man for the job," says Lynn, who aspires to be an NFL head coach sometime soon. "That's all I want."

Brandon Schlager

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Cowboys request NFL review of Giants' walkie-talkie use in Week 14

The Cowboys filed a formal request with the league to investigate the Giants' use of a walkie-talkie on the sideline in Sunday's 10-7 loss.

Alec Brzezinski

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