Jacoby Brissett didn’t need to have an extraordinary game in his first start for the Patriots. The experienced quarterback had Rhamondre Stevenson to help run the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals, who didn’t put up…
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Darnold throws 2 touchdown passes, and Van Ginkel makes a spectacular 1-handed interception return for a score, leading the Minnesota Vikings to a comfortable 28-6 victory over the New York Giants
Sam Darnold had one of those standout games at MetLife Stadium that New York Jets fans had hoped to see regularly when he was drafted No. 3 overall in 2018. Six years later, now playing…
Fields replaces Wilson, while Boswell scores 6 field goals to guide the Pittsburgh Steelers to an 18-10 victory over the Atlanta Falcons
With all eyes on the quarterbacks, Chris Boswell’s impressive kicking performance took center stage in the season opener. Boswell made six field goals, including three from more than 50 yards, providing all of Pittsburgh’s points…
Jason Sanders kicks a 52-yard field goal as time runs out, leading the Miami Dolphins to a 20-17 comeback victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars
For the Miami Dolphins, the day was filled with confusion but ended on a high note. Jason Sanders kicked a 52-yard field goal as time ran out, giving the Dolphins a 20-17 win over the…
Josh Allen tossed two touchdown passes and ran for two more scores as the Buffalo Bills came back to secure a 34-28 victory against the Arizona Cardinals
Despite all the changes the Buffalo Bills made to their wide receiver and defense positions this offseason, one key element remained the same: quarterback Josh Allen. When the Bills, who have won the AFC East…
Derek Carr and the New Orleans Saints deliver a dominating 47-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers in Klint Kubiak’s first game as the play-caller
Derek Carr and the Saints’ new offense quickly found their rhythm, scoring a touchdown on their very first drive and putting up 30 points in the first half alone. New Orleans’ defense also had a…
Stefon Diggs and Joe Mixon team up to guide the Houston Texans to a 29-27 victory over the Indianapolis Colts in their season opener
The Houston Texans made a big effort in the offseason to give C.J. Stroud more help. It’s already showing results. Stefon Diggs caught two touchdown passes, and Joe Mixon rushed for 159 yards and added…
Caleb Williams struggles in his debut but is saved by the Chicago Bears’ defense in a 24-17 victory against the Tennessee Titans
Caleb Williams didn’t have the debut he might have hoped for, but his defense came through for him. Tyrique Stevenson made a big play by returning an interception 43 yards for a touchdown, helping the…
Before their season opener, the Atlanta Falcons wore T-shirts to pay tribute to the victims of a school shooting
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins and head coach Raheem Morris wore T-shirts from Apalachee High School during their warmups before the season opener on Sunday to honor the victims of a tragic shooting. Last week,…
The Jacksonville Jaguars falter in the second half, with a crucial fumble contributing to their 20-17 defeat at the hands of the Miami Dolphins
With a 10-point lead, playing away from home, late in the third quarter, and driving deep into the opponent’s territory, everything seemed to be going well for the Jaguars. All they needed to do was…
Tom Brady experiences an uncomfortable start as he shifts from the football field to the TV booth
Fox Sports is spending $375 million to bring Tom Brady into the broadcast booth, and the network wants everyone to notice his arrival. The seven-time Super Bowl champion made his debut as an NFL analyst…
Caleb Williams appeared like a rookie quarterback in his first NFL game, but he managed to come out with a win
In his first NFL game with the Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams played like a rookie quarterback. But he managed to win. Williams threw for only 93 yards on Sunday, and Chicago’s offense had a tough…
The Cincinnati Bengals are facing problems that extend beyond Ja’Marr Chase’s contract dispute, as their season opener was a letdown
Ja’Marr Chase’s holdout and limited practice time were not the only problems for the Cincinnati Bengals in their disappointing season opener. Chase played on Sunday against the New England Patriots after many wondered if he…
Anthony Richardson demonstrates a powerful arm but struggles with consistency in the Indianapolis Colts’ 29-27 defeat to the Houston Texans
Quarterback Anthony Richardson demonstrated on Sunday why the Indianapolis Colts chose him, showing he has one of the strongest arms in the NFL. However, Richardson also realized there was room for improvement. Even though Richardson…
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones gets booed in his return game after an ACL injury
After spending over nine months recovering from ACL surgery, Daniel Jones didn’t have the ideal comeback for the New York Giants in their season opener. The quarterback faced boos from the crowd. Jones, picked sixth…
A season full of anticipation starts off poorly for the Atlanta Falcons
A season full of hope started badly for the Atlanta Falcons. Kirk Cousins had a rough debut, not showing the performance expected from a $180 million quarterback. Even though Mercedes-Benz Stadium was sold out, it…
J.K. Dobbins runs for 135 yards as the Los Angeles Chargers defeat the Las Vegas Raiders 22-10 in Jim Harbaugh’s first game as coach
J.K. Dobbins had some of his best college performances against Jim Harbaugh. On Sunday, Dobbins helped give Harbaugh a win in his return to coaching in the NFL. Dobbins rushed for 135 yards on 10…
Kenneth Walker III ignites a Seahawks comeback as Seattle Seattle defeats Denver Broncos 26-20 in Mike Macdonald’s first game as head coach
The first two plays of Mike Macdonald’s career as a head coach started with his quarterback getting sacked and then throwing an interception while being hit. “Started just like we wanted to start. Drew it…
Carolina Panthers’ offseason adjustments lead to another disappointing performance as Bryce Young faces more challenges
The Carolina Panthers fired coach Frank Reich last year after his tough first season, then changed their general manager and worked on improving their team during the offseason. Their first game of 2024 showed little…
Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals got off to a strong start but ended up falling short in their season opener, losing 34-28 to the Buffalo Bills
Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals were unable to keep their strong start to the season going. They couldn’t pull off a “Hail Murray” this time to win against the Bills. “I felt like we…
Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers dominate the Washington Commanders 37-20, ruining Jayden Daniels’ first game
Baker Mayfield clearly leads the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and a strong defense also play key roles in their success. On Sunday, Mayfield threw for 289 yards and four touchdowns, leading…
Dak Prescott guides the Dallas Cowboys to a 33-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns in their season opener following his new 4-year contract
Dak Prescott barely had a chance to enjoy his record-breaking NFL contract before realizing it came with its own set of challenges. His Cowboys teammates were quick to let him know their expectations. “They’re expecting…
Antonio Pierce justifies his choice to punt in Los Angeles Chargers territory late in the Las Vegas Raiders’ opener
The Las Vegas Raiders were behind by six points with just over seven minutes left when they faced a fourth-and-1 situation on the Los Angeles Chargers’ side of midfield. Shouldn’t they go for it? Coach…
Jayden Daniels, the No. 2 overall pick, displays moments of brilliance in his debut with the Washington Commanders
Jayden Daniels showed promise in his debut with Washington, but the Commanders’ defense, which was the worst in the NFL last year, struggled again in their 37-20 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.…
Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix displays potential despite facing challenges in the season opener against the Seahawks
Bo Nix didn’t have a flawless start, but Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton saw a lot of potential in his rookie quarterback’s NFL debut. Nix, who was the 12th pick in the draft, ended up…
Deshaun Watson struggles in his first game back after surgery, as the Cleveland Browns are defeated 33-17 by the Dallas Cowboys
Lying face down on the grass, Deshaun Watson couldn’t watch another pass drift out of bounds. Everything about his return on Sunday seemed off. Watson looked uncomfortable from the beginning in his first game since…
Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in overtime secures a 26-20 victory for the Detroit Lions against the Los Angeles Rams
The Detroit Lions began the season by defeating the Los Angeles Rams with a balanced offense, combining strong running plays with crucial passes, similar to their strategy in the NFC wild-card game. David Montgomery’s 1-yard…
Matthew Stafford falls short in Detroit, missing another opportunity to guide the Los Angeles Rams to a victory over the Detroit Lions
Matthew Stafford led 31 fourth-quarter comebacks while he was with the Detroit Lions. On Sunday night, he almost added another comeback against them. “There was a lot of adversity that we had to overcome,” Rams…
The Washington Commanders have placed QB Marcus Mariota on injured reserve and will have Jeff Driskel serve as the backup to Jayden Daniels
The Washington Commanders placed Marcus Mariota on injured reserve on Saturday, meaning he will be out for at least the first four games of the season. Coach Dan Quinn explained that Mariota has a strained…
Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love has an MCL injury but is expected to come back this season
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love injured his medial collateral ligament (MCL) during the team’s season-opening game, but did not damage his ACL and is expected to return at some point this season, according to…
Christian McCaffrey is marked as questionable for the San Francisco 49ers’ first game of the season against the New York Jets
San Francisco All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey is listed as questionable for the season opener against the New York Jets due to a sore calf and Achilles. McCaffrey got injured early in training camp and…
The Cincinnati Bengals might be missing wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins for their game against the Patriots on Sunday
The Bengals might be missing their top two wide receivers, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, for their game against the Patriots on Sunday. Chase, who practiced only a little during the preseason while waiting for…
The Green Bay Packers need to find a way to win without Jordan Love for the time being as they wait for his return
The Green Bay Packers missed a great chance to start their season with a win while Jordan Love was leading their offense. Now, they will need to find a way to succeed without their main…
Harbaugh’s path to facing the Los Angeles Chargers and Pierce’s journey to securing the Las Vegas Raiders job started with last year’s blowout win at Las Vegas
Jim Harbaugh’s return to the NFL and his role as coach of the Los Angeles Chargers began on December 14 of last year. That night, the Las Vegas Raiders defeated the Chargers 63-21, leading to…
The New England Patriots start their era after Bill Belichick by facing Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals
Quarterback Joe Burrow is starting the season mostly healthy for the first time since his rookie year in 2020. This is a big reason for hope for the Cincinnati Bengals as they get ready for…
The Tennessee Titans have marked WR DeAndre Hopkins as uncertain for the season opener in Chicago
Five-time Pro Bowl wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins will be a game-time decision on Sunday for the Tennessee Titans’ season opener in Chicago. He has been practicing this week as he recovers from a left knee…
Pittsburg Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson’s availability for the season opener against Atlanta Falcons is uncertain due to a calf injury
Although Wilson was expected to be the starter from the moment he joined the Steelers shortly after free agency began in March, Tomlin took until last week to officially name him as the starter. This…
Las Vegas Raiders pass rusher Malcolm Koonce will miss the game against the Los Angeles Chargers due to a knee injury
Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce won’t be playing on Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers due to a knee injury, which will leave Las Vegas without one of its key pass rushers for the season…
Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens demonstrated moments of excellence, yet their offensive line remains a developing project
Roger Rosengarten had a tough start in the NFL when Chris Jones easily got past the rookie tackle and made his way into the Baltimore backfield. Guard Daniel Faalele also struggled to block Jones, and…
The Pittsburgh Steelers have reached a new agreement with tight end Pat Freiermuth
The Pittsburgh Steelers have several uncertainties as they start the 2024 season. However, the future of tight-end Pat Freiermuth is not one of them. The team secured Freiermuth with a five-year contract on Friday that…
Jermaine Johnson is confident that the New York Jets’ pass rush will be effective and impactful, even in the absence of Haason Reddick
Jermaine Johnson and the New York Jets are aware that Haason Reddick could significantly enhance their pass rush if and when he returns. While some people outside the team are concerned about how Reddick’s absence…
The Buffalo Bills have agreed to a four-year extension with right tackle Spencer Brown
The Buffalo Bills have secured right tackle Spencer Brown for the next four years, keeping him with the team through 2028, as announced on Friday. Brown, who was picked in the third round of the…
Ja’Marr Chase mentions he’s nearing a new deal with the Cincinnati Bengals and that the choice to play is up to him
Ja’Marr Chase mentioned that he and the Cincinnati Bengals are close to finalizing a new contract, and he added that whether he plays on Sunday against the New England Patriots is up to him. Chase…
Minnesota Vikings’ McCarthy remains hopeful despite the setback of a season-ending injury
J.J. McCarthy realized that the presence or absence of a brace on his right leg when he woke up from knee surgery would tell him a lot about his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings.…
Cleveland Browns’ Myles Garrett is excited about the opportunity to play against his hometown Dallas Cowboys in Sunday’s season opener
Myles Garrett grew up in Texas where faith, family, and football are deeply connected, and he had a great admiration for the Dallas Cowboys. As a kid in Arlington, he watched the Cowboys play on…
A record-breaking 28.9 million viewers tuned in for the NFL Kickoff, watching as Kansas City Chiefs narrowly defeated Baltimore Ravens
Kansas City’s exciting 27-20 win over Baltimore on Thursday night was the most-watched NFL Kickoff game since the event began in 2002. The game drew an average of 28.9 million viewers, beating the 27.6 million…
Brock Purdy might be the next player to receive a substantial contract from the San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers’ challenging summer of contract talks wrapped up with San Francisco giving major deals to stars Trent Williams and Brandon Aiyuk, ensuring they were ready for the season opener. The next player in line…
Roger Goodell expresses his desire for the NFL to feature 16 international games each season
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said on Friday that he would like to see the league have up to 16 international games each season. “The ownership’s approved eight games already,” Goodell said before the NFL’s first…
Barkley scores 3 touchdowns in the Philadelphia Eagles’ 34-29 victory over the Green Bay Packers in Brazil
Saquon Barkley has been focusing on positive thinking since changing teams for the first time in his career. He likely couldn’t have imagined having such an impressive debut for the Philadelphia Eagles. Barkley scored three…
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love was hurt in the final moments of the game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Brazil
Green Bay might have lost more than just the game in their opener. Quarterback Jordan Love left the field with help after getting hurt in the last moments of the Packers’ 34-29 defeat to the…