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Maye’s scramble hints at his potential, but his turnovers show that he’s still a long way from stardom

Drake Maye looks to pass the ball in the 2nd half

It could have gone down in New England Patriots history as “The Scramble” – the 12-second, back-and-forth play that could have launched Drake Maye to stardom. Instead, it turned out to be just another glimpse…

The Washington Commanders reached a 7-2 record thanks to a well-rounded offense and a stronger defense

Austin Ekeler avoids a tackle by Tyler Nubin in the 4th quarter

Jayden Daniels only threw the ball three times in the second quarter during the Washington Commanders’ win against the New York Giants, which pushed their record to 7-2 this season. The rookie quarterback wasn’t bothered…

Maye’s scrambling ability hints at his potential, but his turnovers make it clear that he still has a long way to go before reaching star status

Drake Maye throws a pass that was intercepted in the game

It could have been remembered in New England Patriots history as “The Scramble” – a 12-second, back-and-forth play that might have launched Drake Maye to stardom. Instead, it became just another example of what could…

After a rough beginning to the season, the unpredictable Los Angeles Rams have managed to get back into the playoff hunt

Los Angeles Rams celebrates after a touchdown in the 2nd half

The Los Angeles Rams didn’t wait until the second half of the season to turn things around this year. A month ago, things looked bad for the Rams when they went into their bye week…

The Detroit Lions are shaping up to be a strong contender, as predicted, relying on Jared Goff’s passing, their running game, and the playmaking ability of their defensive backs

Jahmyr Gibbs scores a rushing touchdown in the 2nd half

The Detroit Lions have met high expectations, showing they could be a Super Bowl contender. “I feel like we can beat anybody in the league,” said coach Dan Campbell on Monday. At 7-1, the Lions…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be missing Jalen McMillan as part of their injured wide receiver group for the matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs

Jalen McMillan runs for a touchdown

Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was without another wide receiver when Jalen McMillan was ruled out for Monday night’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs due to a hamstring injury. The Buccaneers were already missing Chris…

The Green Bay Packers head into their bye week hoping to repeat the strong finish they had last season

Jordan Love is pressured by James Houston in the 2nd half

The Green Bay Packers enter their bye week with a tougher path to winning the NFC North after losses to the Minnesota Vikings and the division-leading Detroit Lions. However, they are in a better position…

The Indianapolis Colts will use Week 10 to search for solutions to their ongoing offensive struggles

Indianapolis Colts players walks to the sidelines after the game

Coach Shane Steichen has tried everything to fix the struggling offense of the Indianapolis Colts. He’s attempted deep passes, worked to confuse defenses with the running skills of quarterback Anthony Richardson and running back Jonathan…

After finishing the US leg of her Eras Tour, Taylor Swift attended the Kansas City Chiefs-Tampa Bay Buccaneers game to watch Travis Kelce

Taylor Swift enters the stadium before the game

Pop star Taylor Swift returned to Arrowhead Stadium on Monday night to watch the Kansas City Chiefs and her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. She had just finished the U.S. leg of…

With a 4-5 record, the Cincinnati Bengals are confident they can still make the playoffs as they begin their final stretch of the season against the Baltimore Ravens

Mike Gesicki celebrates a touchdown with Chase Brown and Tanner Hudson in the 2nd half

With a healthy Joe Burrow, the Cincinnati Bengals were expected to be strong contenders in the AFC North. However, they’ve been underperforming, just managing to get to a 4-5 record at the halfway point. All…

Jason Kelce issues an apology for the cellphone incident at the Ohio State-Penn State game ahead of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers-Kansas City Chiefs matchup

Jason Kelce for the NFL Honors show

Retired Eagles center Jason Kelce apologized during ESPN’s pregame show Monday night after he took the phone of a disruptive fan and threw it to the ground before the Ohio State-Penn State game last weekend.…

Coach Jim Harbaugh is optimistic about the Los Angeles Chargers, having won 3 of their last 4 games

Jim Harbaugh reacts in the 2nd half

A fresh haircut wasn’t the only thing making coach Jim Harbaugh feel good on Monday. His Los Angeles Chargers are 5-3 at the halfway point of the season and hold the AFC’s sixth playoff spot…

Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes says his ankle is sore but he’s fine after the injury in the victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Calijah Kancey sacks Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the second half of an NFL football game

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes landed awkwardly on his left ankle while throwing a touchdown pass to tie the game against Tampa Bay on Monday night, and nearly everyone in Arrowhead Stadium held their breath as…

Mahomes throws three touchdown passes, and Hunt scores in overtime as the Kansas City Chiefs defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 30-24

DeAndre Hopkins and Patrick Mahomes celebrates after a touchdown in the 2nd half

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid watched as the Buccaneers drove down the field in the final minute of regulation. Baker Mayfield threw a touchdown pass that brought Tampa Bay within one 2-point conversion of tying…