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SN's latest mock draft for 2021

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

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings for Week 17

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into final week of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Buccaneers great Warren Sapp calls Steve Smith a loser over NFL Network analysis

The NFC South hate is strong.

Dan Bernstein

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NFL Week 16 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 16 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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49ers vs. Cardinals live stream: How to watch NFL Saturday game on Amazon Prime, Twitch

49ers vs. Cardinals will be the first national NFL broadcast to take place exclusively on Amazon Prime Video and Twitch. We've got details on how to watch the live stream of this NFC West showdown.

Billy Heyen

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NFL schedule Week 16: What games are on today? TV channels, times for Saturday tripleheader

Here's a guide to the NFL's Week 16 Saturday tripleheader, including a full schedule, TV channels and start times for all three games on Saturday in Week 16.

Billy Heyen

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What time are the NFL games today? TV schedule, channels for Saturday's Week 16 tripleheader

The NFL is back with its Saturday football in December in Week 16, featuring the Buccaneers, Lions, 49ers, Cardinals, Dolphins and Raiders.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Buccaneers vs. Lions on today? Time, TV schedule for Saturday NFL game

The Buccaneers and Tom Brady play the Lions and Matthew Stafford on Saturday in Week 16. Here is everything you need to know to watch the NFL's Week 16 Saturday games in 2020.

Billy Heyen

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Week 16 Buccaneers-Lions DraftKings Picks

The Buccaneers and Lions play in Week 16 on Saturday. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help win your NFL DFS tournaments.

Billy Heyen

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NFL power rankings for Week 16

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 16 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Titans' Derrick Henry stiff arms another poor defender just for fun

Derrick Henry stiff-armed Detroit's Alex Myres on Sunday in Week 15, with the Titans' running back claiming the latest victim of his ability to shed defenders like they're flies.

Billy Heyen

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Is Matthew Stafford playing this week? Fantasy injury update for Lions-Titans

Is Matthew Stafford playing in Week 15 for the Lions against the Titans? We have the latest injury updates ahead of Sunday's official active/inactive report and your important fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decisions.

Matt Lutovsky

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NFL Week 15 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 15 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is NFL Network? How to watch, stream the NFL's Saturday games in 2020

NFL Network is the exclusive home to four Saturday NFL games in 2020's Weeks 15 and 16. We have info on the channel number and TV providers which offer NFL Network.

Billy Heyen

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

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

Jordan Greer

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NFL power rankings for Week 15

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 15 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Matthew Stafford injury update: Lions QB knocked out of game vs. Packers with rib injury

Matthew Stafford left his team's Week 14 loss to Green Bay in the fourth quarter after taking a hit from Kenny Clark. He did not return.

Billy Heyen

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Packers vs. Lions coverage map: Where can NFL fans watch the Week 14 game on TV?

The Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions play at 4:25 p.m. ET in Week 14. Here's information on how to watch the game on your local Fox channel.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Packers vs. Lions on today? Time, TV schedule for NFL Week 14 game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Packers vs. Lions game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 14 NFL schedule.

Thomas Schlarp

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NFL Week 14 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 14 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL power rankings for Week 14

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 14 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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SN's latest mock draft for 2021

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

Vinnie Iyer

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Former Bears star Matt Forte wonders aloud why Matt Nagy is still employed

Forte excelled under the guidance of Lovie Smith, who was fired by Chicago after the 2012 season.

Dan Bernstein

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NFL Week 13 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 13 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL power rankings for Week 13

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 13 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Ranking the best candidates to replace Matt Patricia in Detroit

The Lions ended up 13-29-1 under Patricia with a bad home Thanksgiving loss to Houston after a dismal shutout loss at Carolina. SN lists a half-dozen coaches who look like they could improve the situation in Detroit.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 12 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 12 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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Matthew Stafford incites passionate Twitter response after kneeling during national anthem

The Lions quarterback was trending on Twitter after he kneeled during the national anthem before the Detroit Lions' and Houston Texans' Thanksgiving Day matchup on Thursday.

SJ Lynn

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Does J.J. Watt want to leave the Texans? 'I'm not looking to rebuild' as contract nears end

J.J. Watt's decade-long NFL career has been spent entirely with the Houston Texans. Whether a rebuild is coming or not could determine where Watt finishes his playing days.

Billy Heyen

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Will the Lions fire Matt Patricia? Detroit's cold spell has head coach on hot seat again

Matt Patricia's third season with the Lions hasn't been a major improvement, which is leading many to call for the Detroit head coach's firing.

Billy Heyen

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Deshaun Watson without Bill O'Brien: Texans QB on a tear since Houston's coaching change

Deshuan Watson's 2020 season turned around after Bill O'Brien was fired, and the Texans are looking better thanks to their franchise quarterback's improved play.

Billy Heyen

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Lions' version of Adrian Peterson isn't 'All Day' anymore as NFL's second-oldest running back

Adrian Peterson has been one of the NFL's best running backs for most of his career. Now 35 and with the Lions, he's serving in a veteran mentorship role while still getting some carries.

Billy Heyen

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Meet J.J. Watt's brothers: T.J., Derek follow in family's NFL footsteps with Steelers

J.J., T.J. and Derek Watt were all scheduled to play NFL games on Thanksgiving, which would've been a fitting national stage for the brothers who all went to Wisconsin before making it as professional football players.

Billy Heyen

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Matthew Stafford contract breakdown: How much longer will QB be with Lions?

Matthew Stafford's future in Detroit appears pretty secure based on his current contract, but the Lions eventually might look to get younger at the quarterback position.

Billy Heyen

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Thanksgiving Betting Preview: Odds, trends, picks for Texans-Lions, Washington-Cowboys

The experts at BetQL get you ready for the Week 12 Thanksgiving games by breaking down the numbers you need to know to make the sharpest picks for Texans-Lions and Washington-Cowboys

Sloan Piva, BetQL

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Is D'Andre Swift playing on Thanksgiving? Fantasy injury update for Thursday's Texans-Lions game (Updated)

Is D'Andre Swift playing on Thanksgiving for the Lions against the Texans? We have the latest injury updates ahead of Thursday's official active/inactive report and your first fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decision of Week 12.

Jacob Camenker

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NFL Thanksgiving halftime shows: Who is performing during Cowboys, Lions games in 2020?

The Cowboys kick off the holiday season's Salvation Army campaign with their halftime show on Thanksgiving. In 2020, Kane Brown will perform at AT&T Stadium.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Lions vs. Texans on today? Time, TV schedule for 2020 NFL Thanksgiving game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Lions vs. Texans game on Thanksgiving Day, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Thanksgiving schedule.

Billy Heyen

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What NFL games are on Thanksgiving in 2020? TV schedule, times, channels for all three games

Here is everything you need to know about watching NFL games on Thanksgiving in 2020, including the full TV schedule with kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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Thanksgiving football schedule 2020: What NFL games are on today? TV channels, times, scores

Three NFL games are slated for Thanksgiving Day 2020 and here's everything you need to know to tune in to each matchup, including start times and TV channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL Thanksgiving picks, predictions against spread: Cowboys roll rival Washington; Texans trounce Lions

In our NFL picks and predictions for Thanksgiving 2020, the Steelers stay perfect and sweep the Ravens, Deshaun Watson and the Texans keep rolling and the Cowboys take over first place in the NFC East.

Vinnie Iyer

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Thanksgiving NFL picks Week 12

Sporting News gives its picks for the Week 12 Thanksgiving games featuring Houston vs. Detroit, Dallas vs. Washington and Baltimore vs. Pittsburgh.

Bill Bender

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Tony Romo, Troy Aikman played some of their best football on Thanksgiving

Tony Romo and Troy Aikman both put up great stats for the Cowboys in Thanksgiving games, and now they call the action for CBS and Fox, respectively.

Billy Heyen

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Thanksgiving start' em, sit 'em

With two interesting matchups on tap for Thanksgiving, fantasy football owners are sure to have more start 'em, sit 'em questions than usual on Thursday. We're here to help with lineup advice to get your Week 12 started off right.

Vinnie Iyer

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Washington-Dallas Thanksgiving DraftKings Picks

The Cowboys and Washington Football Team play in Week 12 on Thanksgiving Day. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup for Thursday's second game, we have the picks, advice and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Jacob Camenker

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Texans-Lions Thanksgiving DraftKings Picks

The Lions and Texans play in Week 12 on Thanksgiving Day. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup for Thursday's early game, we have the picks, advice and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Billy Heyen

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Texans-Lions Thanksgiving FanDuel Picks

The Lions and Texans play in Week 12 on Thanksgiving Day. If you're putting together a FanDuel Single-Game lineup for Thursday's early game, we have the picks, advice and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Jacob Camenker

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NFL power rankings for Week 12

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 12 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Kelly Stafford apologizes for calling Michigan a 'dictatorship' during Instagram rant

Stafford, whose husband is Lions QB Matthew Stafford, apologized for her use of the word that made it "political."

Joe Rivera

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NFL QB power rankings: Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Rodgers reign over rest

In our updated ranking of all the current starting quarterbacks in the league, no MVP candidates are playing better than past winners Patrick Mahomes and Aaron Rodgers, but Russell Wilson and Kyler Murray aren't too far behind.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 11 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 11 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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Kelly Stafford, wife of Lions' Matthew Stafford, calls Michigan a 'dictatorship' in Instagram rant

Not a great use of the word "dictatorship" here.

Joe Rivera

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NFL power rankings for Week 11

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 11 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 10 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 10 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL power rankings for Week 10

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 10 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL mock draft 2021: Jets finish tank for Trevor Lawrence; Patriots, Falcons, Vikings pass on QBs

Sporting News' updated mock draft has the Patriots and Jets tapping into a tight-end rich class, the Colts and Saints making it five first-round quarterbacks and the Bucs going for the first running back.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 9 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 9 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL power rankings for Week 9

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 9 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Hines flipping out over Lions

Hines is having his best game of the season thus far, and he's showing it with his acrobatic celebrations.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NFL Week 8 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 8 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL mock draft 2021: Lawrence, Fields lead four QBs; WRs fly off board

Sporting News' updated mock draft has a new home for quarterbacks Justin Fields, Trey Lance and Kyle Trask and pairs three fourths of the NFC North with needed big-play wide receivers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Falcons' Matt Ryan repeatedly told Todd Gurley not to score before he scored vs. Lions

Sometimes touchdowns can be bad. Atlanta learned this lesson the hard way.

Jordan Greer

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NFL power rankings for Week 8

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 8 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Todd Gurley pulls a Penn State, scores accidental touchdown as Falcons blow win vs. Lions

Todd Gurley didn't go down before scoring a go-ahead touchdown. That gave the Lions a chance to comeback and beat the Falcons in Week 7.

Billy Heyen

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NFL Week 7 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 7 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL power rankings for Week 7

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 7 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Meet Jon Brown, the Jaguars kicker whose first NFL field goal was the first of his football career

Jon Brown's first regular-season field goal attempt in his football career came in Week 6 of the 2020 NFL season for the Jacksonville Jaguars. He made it.

Billy Heyen

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NFL Week 6 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 6 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL power rankings for Week 6

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 6 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 5 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 5 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL power rankings for Week 5

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 5 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Will the Lions fire Matt Patricia? NFL fans call for coaching change after another collapse against Saints

The Lions head coach isn't getting a pass from the NFL world with another massive failure of a game vs. the Saints on Sunday.

Joe Rivera

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NFL mock draft 2021: Jets, Broncos, Vikings all go QB

Sporting News' updated mock draft finds new franchise quarterbacks for three teams floundering to start the 2020 season. Plus, the Giants, Falcons and Bengals add defensive stars in the top 10.

Vinnie Iyer

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Saints vs. Lions still on after a false-positive COVID-19 test

Saints fullback Michael Burton was the player, according to multiple reports. New Orleans is still scheduled to play in Detroit at 1 p.m. ET Sunday.

Tom Gatto

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NFL Week 4 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 4 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL power rankings for Week 4

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 4 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Will there be fans at NFL games in 2020? Team-by-team attendance & ticket policies during COVID-19

The NFL is allowing each of its 32 teams and local lawmakers to determine whether fans can attend football games amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a team-by-team breakdown, updated with the latest news.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL QB rankings for Week 3: Wentz, Brees fall; Wilson among risers

Russell Wilson is on the hunt for his first league MVP, and he might just succeed if the Seahawks continue to let him cook.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 3

In our picks and predictions for Week 3 of the 2020 NFL season, Green Bay and Pittsburgh remain undefeated. Plus, Philadelphia's struggles continue against Cincinnati.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL Week 3 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 3 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL power rankings for Week 3

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 3 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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What channel is Packers vs. Lions on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 2 NFL game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Packers vs. Lions game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 2 NFL schedule.

Thomas Schlarp

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NFL Week 2 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 2 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 2

In our picks and predictions for Week 2 of the 2020 NFL season, Dallas and San Francisco get back on track. Plus, Minnesota puts Indianapolis in the dreaded 0-2 hole to start the year.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL power rankings for Week 2

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's opening results entering Week 2 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Lions fans shocked as D'Andre Swift drops game-winning touchdown vs. Bears

Not the best showcase for the Lions' rookie running back.

Jordan Heck

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Lions' Jamie Collins ejected after 'head-butting' official with helmet

The Lions linebacker made the mind-boggling move of touching a referee with his helmet.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NFL Week 1 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 1 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL power rankings for Week 1

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the roster cuts and free-agent signings around the league as the Week 1 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 1: Steelers handle Giants; 49ers, Ravens upset by Cardinals, Browns

In our picks and predictions for Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season, Kansas City starts its title defense on the right foot. Plus, San Francisco and Baltimore suffer early losses to division rivals.

Tadd Haislop

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Week 1 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season, Tom Brady gets outdueled by Drew Brees, Minnesota exacts revenge on Green Bay and Dallas cancels L.A.'s housewarming party.

Vinnie Iyer

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2020 NFL predictions: Final standings & Super Bowl pick

Sporting News' predictions for the 2020 NFL season are here. Check out our complete set of projections for the regular season standings and playoff matchups all the way through Super Bowl 55.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL quarterback rankings: The best and worst starting QBs for 2020, ranked 1-32

Here are Sporting news' updated NFL quarterback rankings for the 2020 season from 1-32, starting with Patrick Mahomes down to Jarrett Stidham.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tracking NFL practice squad signings

NFL practice squads are being assembled today. Here are the signings and rosters for all 32 teams.

Tadd Haislop

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Mitchell Trubisky by the numbers

Mitchell Trubisky endured a dismal 2019 and will have to produce a significant turnaround as the Bears' starting quarterback in 2020.

Nicholas McGee

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NFL mock draft 2021: Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields have company at QB

Now that we know who or who isn't playing college football in 2020, it's time again to look ahead to the 2021 NFL Draft. Where might Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields and other top prospects go in the first round? Sporting News' second mock draft of next year's class looks for answers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Early NFL picks against the spread for Week 1

In our early picks and predictions for Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season, the Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes pick up where they left off. Plus, Tom's Brady's Tampa tenure starts with a loss and an impressive upset in one rookie quarterback's debut.

Vinnie Iyer

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Kelly Stafford says she was wrong to criticize Colin Kaepernick

Kelly Stafford, the wife of Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford, has apologized for criticizing NFL players for kneeling during the national anthem.

SJ Lynn

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Matthew Stafford's wife blames NFL after family was harassed over false COVID-19 test

Matthew Stafford had a false positive, and Kelly Stafford says her family was harassed as a result.

Jordan Heck

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NFL training camp 2020: Breaking down 8 rookie vs. veteran running back battles

Although there's less true competing because of several teams' situational committee approaches to the position, it's still critical to consider how workloads will be split to determine how big of a role each rookie will have.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL GM rankings 2020: Best, worst decision-makers in the league

NFL general managers can both rise fast and fall hard. Here's how we have them ranked, 1-32, with the leaders of last year's Super Bowl teams deservingly on top.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL training camp openings remain on schedule as league tries to stay the course

The league is sticking with its initial timetable for now as teams work out plans for players to return to facilities.

Tom Gatto

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New Lions owner would 'completely support' Colin Kaepernick joining team

Sheila Ford Hamp took over as the principal owner of the Detroit Lions, replacing her mother, Martha Firestone Ford.

Stats Perform News

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Why Matthew Stafford's Michigan house is up for sale

The Lions quarterback's house is listed for $6.5 million.

Austin Anderson

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NFL uniform rankings: Patriots, Chargers rise with new looks for 2020; Falcons fall

Here is our updated ranking of all 32 NFL team uniform sets for the 2020 season.

Tadd Haislop

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Dean Blandino recalls how microwaved stuffing knocked out NFL replay during 2016 Thanksgiving game

Thankfully, replay wasn't needed at the moment — but what if it had been?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Lions safety Tracy Walker watched video of cousin Ahmaud Arbery's shooting death 'over 100 times'

Arbery was a year older than Walker, and the two played high school football together in Georgia.

Tadd Haislop

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Lions schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the Detroit Lions’ 2020 schedule, including dates and start times for all 16 games and our early prediction.

Bill Bender

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NFL Thanksgiving football schedule 2020: NFL releases holiday games, opponents for Cowboys & Lions

Here's a complete guide to the NFL's Thanksgiving games in 2020, including the matchups, times and TV channels for each game.

Austin Anderson

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NFL Week 1 odds: Early point spreads, betting lines set with 2020 schedule release

The Chiefs are heavily favored in the scheduled opening game of the 2020 season.

Tom Gatto

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NFL schedule 2020: Interconference games could fill early weeks; 5 big matchups we may miss

AFC vs. NFC action may be crammed into the first quarter of the season. They would then be the first game to go if the league needs to delay its season because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Tom Gatto

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NFL schedule release date 2020: When to expect an announcement, strength of schedule & more

Here is what we know about the NFL's 2020 schedule release date plans.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL power rankings: Buccaneers, Bills join top tier; Patriots, Bears fall behind after 2020 draft

With the 2020 NFL Draft completed and most key free agents signed, here are Sporting News' latest NFL power rankings, updated with each team's offseason moves.

Vinnie Iyer

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Fantasy football rookie sleepers, busts from 2020 NFL Draft

Sporting News' Vinnie Iyer breaks down the potential rookie sleepers — and busts — from the 2020 NFL Draft.

Vinnie Iyer

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D'Andre Swift hopes to tear Lions' recent running history to pieces

Detroit's rushing attack in the post-Barry Sanders era has been consistently underwhelming. The Georgia product gets his chance to change that.

Mike DeCourcy

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NFL Draft steals: The best Round 3 picks since 2000

The third round of the NFL Draft has produced Super Bowl winners and Pro Bowlers.

Sam Ficarro

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NFL mock draft 2020: Final 2-round projections send QBs to Dolphins, Chargers, Saints; Cowboys, Patriots steal WRs

Here is our final NFL mock draft for 2020, projecting all picks for Rounds 1-2.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL mock draft 2020, 3-round edition: Dolphins pass on Tua Tagovailoa; Cowboys, 49ers, Patriots add to defenses

Sporting News' latest NFL mock draft for 2020 covers the first three rounds with in-depth analysis for every team's picks.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tua Tagovailoa draft projection: A trade, a slide and all other scenarios in the 2020 NFL Draft

Which team will be willing to take Tua Tagovailoa in the first round? What if he falls outside the top 10? We break down each potential scenario for the most interesting prospect in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

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What if the Packers had picked Barry Sanders ahead of the Lions in the 1989 NFL Draft?

Green Bay missed its chance to draft the Hall of Fame running back, but it might have been a blessing in disguise.

Bill Bender

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Where do new Chargers uniforms rank among Nike NFL redesigns?

Nike has had plenty of redesigns since taking over for their uniforms in the early 2010s, but they've not all been hits. Here's a ranking of their work so far.

Joe Rivera

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NFL mock draft 2020 with trades: Packers, Eagles, Raiders, Seahawks move up to address needs

Our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 includes a handful of trades that shake up the first two rounds.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft sleepers: 11 possible steals in 2020 include KJ Hamler, Clyde Edwards-Helaire

These players might not be on your radar now, but you will be glad if your team picks one of them in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Tadd Haislop

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Patriots' Julian Edelman trade rumors make no sense — for Lions, Bucs or any other team

The Patriots need Julian Edelman much more than potential trade suitors.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL free agency shakes up first round

Here is our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 with free agency having changed our projections for several first-round picks.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL free agency tracker: The 10 best available free agents still unsigned in 2020

Several good players are still available in 2020 NFL free agency.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL free agency tracker 2020: Live updates on news, rumors, signings and trades

Sporting News is tracking live NFL free agency news and rumors as the league opens for business. Follow along for updates on the top players available.

Tadd Haislop

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Former Lions player disliked coach Matt Patricia so much he was 'excited' about release

Tight end Garrett Hudson is just one of the many players piling on Detroit's coach.

Jordan Heck

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Darius Slay rips Matt Patricia after trade to Eagles, says he doesn't respect Lions coach

Slay is excited to get a fresh start in Philadelphia.

Dan Bernstein

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Players call Darius Slay's low PFF grade 'stupid' following trade to Eagles

Darius Slay is now the highest-paid cornerback in football, and his fellow NFL stars say he deserves it, but PFF seems to have other thoughts.

Jordan Heck

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We can forget about the Lions picking Tua Tagovailoa in the 2020 NFL Draft, apparently

According to a report, there is "no chance" Detroit will draft the Alabama passer. Which makes sense given QB should not be a priority for the Lions in 2020.

Tadd Haislop

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People mad online at Garth Brooks because they don't know Barry Sanders from Bernie Sanders

Garth Brooks gets called "a big freaking liberal socialist" because of his . . . wardrobe choice for a concert in Detroit.

Austin Anderson

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NFL free agent rankings 2020: Amari Cooper, A.J. Green lead top 10 wide receivers available

Sporting News ranks the top 10 wide receivers heading into the 2020 NFL free agency period.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tua Tagovailoa's seven best fits in 2020 NFL Draft, from favorite Dolphins to long-shot Patriots

Tua Tagovailoa's ideal NFL situation will allow him to sit and ease into a starting job as he recovers from a hip injury. Here are the seven best fits for the Alabama quarterback heading into the 2020 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

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Why the Lions won't trade Matthew Stafford despite rumors suggesting they will

WDIV-TV in Detroit is reporting the Lions are discussing trade scenarios for Matthew Stafford, but that doesn't quite make sense.

Jordan Heck

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NFL mock draft 2020: Patriots, Raiders, Cowboys, Giants go defense; Bucs, Chargers get in on QB

Here is our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 with the actual draft fewer than three months away.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings 2020: 49ers, Chiefs stay on top; Eagles, Cowboys, Steelers lead way-too-early risers

A lot can change before the 2020 NFL season begins, but here is how we see the power rankings for all 32 teams with the conclusion of the current season.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft order 2020: First-round picks for every team after Chiefs beat 49ers in Super Bowl 54

Here is the 2020 NFL Draft order for the first 32 picks, which was finalized after the Chiefs won Super Bowl 54 on Sunday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NFL Draft order 2020: Updated list of picks for every team after Packers, Titans bow out

Here is the 2020 NFL Draft order for the first 30 picks, which was finalized with the results of Sunday's conference championship games.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL Draft order 2020: Updated list of picks for every team after divisional playoffs

Here is the 2020 NFL Draft order for the first 28 picks, which was finalized with the results of the divisional round.

Tadd Haislop

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Tua Tagovailoa leaves Alabama — for Dolphins?

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect both the latest selection order and Tua Tagovailoa's decision to go pro. Here are our draft projections for the top prospects in the 2020 class.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft order 2020: Updated list of picks for every team after wild-card playoffs

Here is the 2020 NFL Draft order for the first 24 picks, which was finalized with the results of the wild-card round.

Tadd Haislop

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'Hard Knocks' 2020: Which NFL teams are eligible for this year's HBO show?

Based on NFL rules, five teams are eligible candidates to be featured on HBO's "Hard Knocks" series in 2020.

Jordan Heck

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NFL awards: Resurgent 49ers dominate voting for Sporting News’ 2019 honors

NFL players and coaches have spoken.

Tadd Haislop

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Looking ahead to April

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order. Here are our draft projections for the top prospects in the 2020 class.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff picture: Final AFC, NFC standings for Week 17

Here is an updated look at the NFL playoff picture as Week 17 plays out Sunday.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft order 2020: Updated list of picks for every non-playoff team after Week 17

Here is the 2020 NFL Draft order for the first 20 picks, which was finalized based on the results of Sunday's Week 17 games.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL power rankings: Ravens, 49ers stay on top; Saints, Chiefs close gap; Bears, Falcons, Broncos rise to end 2019

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect where all 32 teams stand at the end of the 2019 regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Green Bay's NFC North sweep widens Super Bowl door for Aaron Rodgers

Green Bay swept the NFC North for just the second time in franchise history. Could that open up a Super Bowl path for Aaron Rodgers?

Bill Bender

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What channel is Packers vs. Lions on today? Schedule, time for Week 17 NFL game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Packers vs. Lions game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 17 NFL schedule.

Drew Nantais

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NFL mock draft 2020: Redskins pass on Chase Young; Bengals out-tank Dolphins for top QB

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order for the first round. Where will the top prospects like Joe Burrow, Chase Young, Tua Tagovailoa and others land?

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions against spread for Week 17: 49ers beat Seahawks; Giants upset Eagles; Packers punish Lions

In our NFL picks against the spread for Week 17, San Francisco wins the NFC West and clinches the No. 1 seed in the playoffs. Plus, Philadelphia loses in New York, and Green Bay finishes strong.

Vinnie Iyer

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Week 17 NFL picks, predictions

In our picks and predictions for Week 17 of the 2019 NFL season, the Steelers and Cowboys secure the final two spots in the playoff picture. Plus, the 49ers clinch home-field advantage over the Seahawks.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL Week 17 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 17 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Tadd Haislop

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Son of Lions WR Marvin Jones dies

Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones announced the death of his son Marlo on Saturday.

Sacha Pisani

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NFL playoff picture: Updated AFC, NFC standings for Week 16

As the NFL's playoff picture continues to develop, here are the updated AFC and NFC standings through Week 16.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft order 2020: Bengals clinch No. 1 pick; Redskins, Lions slide in front of Giants, Dolphins

Here is the updated 2020 NFL Draft order based on the results of Sunday's Week 16 games.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL power rankings: 49ers, Eagles, Raiders shoot up; Seahawks, Steelers, Cowboys slide for Week 17

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the developments around the league as the final week of the 2019 NFL regular season arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL schedule Week 16: What games are on today? TV channels, times, scores for Sunday

After a few games Saturday, the bulk Week 16 NFL schedule plays out Sunday. Here's everything you need to know to tune in, including a full schedule with TV channels, start times and scores.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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NFL picks, predictions against spread for Week 16: Cowboys clip Eagles; Packers upset Vikings

In our NFL picks against the spread for Week 16, Dallas wins the NFC East and clinches its playoff berth. Plus, Green Bay takes care of Minnesota to win the NFC North, and New England seals another division title against Buffalo.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 16: Ravens punish Browns; Saints handle Titans; Chiefs cruise

In our picks and predictions for Week 16 of the 2019 NFL season, the Ravens and Chiefs take care of business at the top of the AFC.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL Week 16 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 16 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoff picture: Updated AFC, NFC standings for Week 15

As the NFL's playoff picture continues to develop, here are the updated AFC and NFC standings through Week 15.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft order 2020: Giants' win over Dolphins puts Bengals in good shape for No. 1 pick

Here is the updated 2020 NFL Draft order based on the results of Sunday's late afternoon Week 15 games.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL power rankings: Packers, Chiefs, Seahawks rise; 49ers, Steelers, Bears fall for Week 16

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the developments around the league as Week 16 arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

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Fantasy Football Injury Updates: Is Jameis Winston playing Week 15?

Jameis Winston has a small fracture in his throwing hand, but the Buccaneers QB is working to make it back in time for Week 15. Get the latest injury updates ahead of your fantasy playoff matchup.

Billy Heyen

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NFL Week 15 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 15 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 15: Packers beat Bears; Cowboys outlast Rams; 49ers roll

In our picks and predictions for Week 15 of the 2019 NFL season, Green Bay buries visiting Chicago. Plus, Dallas gets back on track with a win over Los Angeles, and San Francisco handles Atlanta with relative ease.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL picks, predictions against spread for Week 15: Rams top Cowboys; Steelers stuff Bills; Texans upset Titans

In our NFL picks against the spread for Week 15, Los Angeles escapes Dallas with a key NFC win. Plus, Pittsburgh gets the best of visiting Buffalo, and Houston keeps its edge over Tennessee in the AFC South.

Vinnie Iyer

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Why the XFL blocked Steelers, Lions from signing quarterbacks to NFL contracts

The Steelers and Lions both wanted to sign XFL quarterbacks to add depth, but commissioner Oliver Luck has explained that the new football league is not a developmental pipeline for the NFL.

Jordan Heck

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NFL playoff picture: Updated AFC, NFC standings for Week 14

As the NFL's playoff picture begins to come into focus, here are the updated AFC and NFC standings through Monday of Week 14.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings: Packers, Chiefs, Bears, Titans jump; Patriots, Texans drop for Week 15

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the developments around the league as Week 15 arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL mock draft 2020: Joe Burrow strong at top; CeeDee Lamb, Tee Higgins and Justin Jefferson go to AFC East

Our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the new draft order and the rising or falling of top prospects.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft order 2020: Losing Redskins and Dolphins keep pressure on Giants

Here is the updated 2020 NFL Draft order based on the results of Sunday's Week 14 games.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL coach hot seat tiers: Garrett, Kitchens could be fired next

Who will be the next NFL coach to get fired in 2019?

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 14: Patriots clear Chiefs

In our picks and predictions for Week 14 of the 2019 NFL season, New England gets back on track with a win over Kansas City. Plus, Pittsburgh steals a W in Arizona, and San Francisco escapes New Orleans with a victory.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL picks, predictions against spread for Week 14: 49ers beat Saints; Rams upset Seahawks; Ravens top Bills

In our NFL picks against the spread for Week 14, San Francisco leaves New Orleans with a win. Plus, Los Angeles takes care of Seattle on Sunday night, and Baltimore keeps rolling in Buffalo.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 14 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 14 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL referee assignments Week 14: Who are the officials for every game this week?

Here are the Week 14 NFL referee assignments and the officiating crews that will call each game.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoff picture: Updated AFC, NFC standings for Week 13

As the NFL's playoff picture begins to come into focus, here are the updated AFC and NFC standings through Sunday of Week 13.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings: 49ers, Patriots, Cowboys and Eagles fall; Steelers, Saints surge for Week 14

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the developments around the league as Week 14 arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft order 2020: Dolphins slip behind Redskins; Giants push Bengals for No. 1 pick

Here is the updated 2020 NFL Draft order based on the results of Sunday's Week 13 games.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL Week 13 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 13 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL picks, predictions against spread for Week 13: Ravens clear 49ers; Patriots beat Texans; Chiefs handle Raiders

In our NFL picks against the spread for Week 13, Baltimore wins a big game over San Francisco. Plus, New England keeps rolling in Houston, and Kansas City pads its division lead with a victory over Oakland.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 13: Steelers shut down Browns; Vikings clip Seahawks; Packers rebound

In our picks and predictions for Week 13 of the 2019 NFL season, Pittsburgh wins its chippy rematch against Cleveland. Plus, Minnesota escapes Seattle with a victory, and Green Bay takes care of business in New York.

Tadd Haislop

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Blough: NFL debut was special

Undrafted rookie David Blough made quite the impact in his NFL debut, though he could not lead the Detroit Lions to a Thanksgiving victory.

Patric Ridge

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Mitchell Trubisky leads late go-ahead drive, Bears topple Lions on Turkey Day

Mitchell Trubisky and the Bears scored with just over two minutes to play, giving Chicago the much-needed win over the Lions.

Joe Rivera

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Bears' Mitchell Trubisky seemingly forgets how to football, actively avoids first down

Just what exactly was the Chicago QB doing here?

Joe Rivera

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Thanksgiving football schedule 2019: What NFL games are on today? TV channels, times, scores

Three NFL games are slated for Thanksgiving Day and here's everything you need to know to tune in to each matchup, including start times and TV channels.

Drew Nantais

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NFL Thanksgiving game picks against spread: Cowboys handle Bills; Saints win NFC South

In our picks for today's NFL Thanksgiving games, Dallas rebounds against Buffalo. Plus, New Orleans gets revenge in Atlanta and takes the division title.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Thanksgiving games: Lions lose to Bears again; Cowboys get back on track

In our picks and predictions for today's NFL Thanksgiving games, Detroit falls to Chicago for the second straight year on the holiday. Plus, Dallas takes care of Buffalo in its traditional home game.

Tadd Haislop

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What channel is Bears vs. Lions on today? Schedule, time for Thanksgiving game

The first of three NFL games on Thanksgiving this year is Lions vs. Bears. Here is all you need to know about the traditional game in Detroit, including the TV channel, kickoff time and a full Thanksgiving football schedule.

Tadd Haislop

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Fantasy Injury Update: Is T.J. Hockenson playing on Thanksgiving?

Is T.J. Hockenson playing on Thanksgiving? And how does that Jesse James and Logan Thomas' DFS value? We have latest injury updates here ahead of your first start-or-sit decisions on Thursday.

Billy Heyen

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Fantasy Injury Update: Is Jeff Driskel playing on Thanksgiving?

Is Jeff Driskel playing on Thanksgiving? And how does that (or David Blough) affect Kenny Golladay's fantasy football value? We have the latest updates here ahead of your first start 'em, sit 'em calls on Thursday.

Billy Heyen

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How long is Matthew Stafford out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Lions QB

Here are the latest injury updates on Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoff picture: Updated AFC, NFC standings for Week 12

As the NFL's playoff picture begins to come into focus, here are the updated AFC and NFC standings through the Week 12 Sunday and Monday games.

Vinnie Iyer

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What NFL games are on Thanksgiving in 2019? Schedule, times, TV channels

Here is everything you need to know about watching NFL games on Thanksgiving in 2019, including the full TV schedule with kickoff times and channels.

Tadd Haislop

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Who is David Blough? Fast facts about Lions' starting QB on Thanksgiving

Get acquainted with the undrafted rookie who's making his pro debut on Turkey Day.

Tom Gatto

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Bears vs. Lions odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL Thanksgiving game

Here's everything to know about betting on Bears vs. Lions in Week 13, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the 2019 NFL Thanksgiving game.

Vinnie Iyer

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Which NFL teams always play on Thanksgiving?

Two football teams play on Thanksgiving Day every year. Here is why.

Tadd Haislop

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