Los Angeles Chargers (9-6) at New England Patriots (3-12), 1 p.m. ET, NFL Network The Chargers have the best scoring defense in the NFL, allowing only 18.3 points per game. They haven’t allowed more than…
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Kirk Cousins is hard to dislike
The Kirk Cousins era with the Falcons is one many fans would prefer to forget quickly. He signed a $180 million contract with $90 million guaranteed but only played 14 games before being benched for…
No. 22 Syracuse seeks 10 wins in Fran Brown’s debut season, facing a weakened Washington State
Syracuse coach Fran Brown and Washington State acting coach Pete Kaligis shared an emotional hug after their Holiday Bowl press conference on Thursday. Kaligis surely needed that support, as he faces a tough situation with…
Tucker Gleason accounts for five overtime scores, leading Toledo to a 48-46 win over Pitt
Tucker Gleason ran for one touchdown and threw for four more as Toledo defeated Pittsburgh 48-46 in a bowl-record six overtimes at the GameAbove Sports Bowl at Ford Field on Thursday. This game broke the…
The Eagles aim to secure the NFC East title, with Hurts’ head injury remaining a major concern
Jalen Hurts might miss the game against Dallas that could clinch the NFC East title due to the lingering effects of a concussion. The Eagles might also decide to rest Hurts to be cautious—even if…
Daniels and the Commanders will face Penix and the Falcons in a prime-time matchup with playoff hopes
Jayden Daniels and Michael Penix Jr. went through the NFL draft process together and are now two of the five quarterbacks selected in the top 10. Daniels was picked second by the Washington Commanders and…
The Buccaneers aim to defeat NFC South rival Panthers and strengthen their chances for a playoff spot
Coach Todd Bowles doesn’t feel the need to say much to motivate his Tampa Bay Buccaneers for their game against the last-place Carolina Panthers. The Bucs (8-7) have won eight of the last nine matchups…
The Vikings thrive under Coach of the Year contender O’Connell, much like the Packers do under LaFleur
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell gave an emotional locker room speech to his team last week after their win at Seattle. His message was interrupted by veteran right tackle Brian O’Neill, who broke tradition by…
The Lions are focused on securing the top seed rather than seeking revenge as they head into their NFC title game
Dan Campbell stood at the podium after Detroit lost a 17-point lead to San Francisco in last season’s NFC title game and spoke about how that might have been the Lions’ only chance to reach…
The hot Rams face off against the eliminated Cardinals in a rematch of a rare blowout defeat for Sean McVay
When the Los Angeles Rams face the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday night, one team is aiming for a division title while the other is finishing a disappointing non-playoff season. If you only saw their first…
The Bills aim to strengthen their playoff standing as they host the Jets
Josh Allen grew up admiring Aaron Rodgers in central California and is impressed by the latest achievement Rodgers is nearing: 500 passing touchdowns. “That’s an amazing stat. Aaron’s one of, if not the best ever…
The Dolphins are outside of the AFC playoffs and must secure a win against the Browns to keep their playoff hopes alive
The Miami Dolphins need a lot of outside help to make the AFC playoffs. But before they can rely on others, they have to take care of their own business. With no room for mistakes,…
The struggling Giants will get one final opportunity to secure a home victory when the Colts come to town
For a team that’s 2-13 and currently holds the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft, the New York Giants are just as motivated to win on Sunday as the Indianapolis Colts, who are…
The Raiders and Saints face off, both focused on shaping the future of their organizations
The future is now for the Las Vegas Raiders and New Orleans Saints. Both teams are entering Sunday’s game in the Superdome trying to make the most of a tough season by figuring out who…
Sirianni and Ertz resolved any misunderstandings after their brief exchange following Washington’s victory
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni and Commanders tight end Zach Ertz cleared up any confusion after exchanging words following Washington’s comeback win over Philadelphia on Sunday. Videos showed Ertz giving Sirianni a high-five as they were…
The Bears’ defense shines, but the offense falters in a 6-3 defeat against the Seahawks
The defense played well for the Chicago Bears, delivering one of their best performances of the season. But it wasn’t enough. “I guess we should have held them to three points or zero points at…
Over 65 million viewers watched the NFL Christmas Day games on Netflix, while NBA holiday ratings also increased
LeBron James and the NBA will need to make space for the NFL on Christmas. This isn’t an issue, as both leagues had successful performances on Wednesday. Netflix set a new record for the most-streamed…
Buccaneers face Panthers in hopes of securing playoff spot
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are still in the race for a playoff spot, but they cannot afford any mistakes. The Carolina Panthers will try to eliminate another playoff hopeful when they play the Buccaneers in…
With uncertainty at quarterback, the Eagles aim to secure the NFC East title against the Cowboys
The Eagles are hoping to secure the NFC East title and complete a rare sweep of their rivals, the Dallas Cowboys, on Sunday in Philadelphia. The Eagles (12-3) might need to play without their starting…
Dolphins releasing linebacker Shaq Barrett from the reserve/retired list
The Miami Dolphins are waiving two-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Shaquil Barrett from the reserve/retired list, his agent confirmed to ESPN on Thursday. Barrett, 32, could return to play this season if he clears waivers…
Beyoncé’s performance stole the spotlight during Netflix’s first NFL broadcast
Beyoncé brought more excitement than either of the games during Netflix’s NFL debut on Christmas Day. She made her halftime appearance riding a white horse and thrilled the Houston crowd with a nearly 13-minute performance.…
Mahomes tosses 3 touchdowns as Chiefs secure the AFC’s top seed with a dominant 29-10 win over Steelers
Andy Reid wore a Santa Claus suit in a happy Kansas City Chiefs locker room on Christmas Day, and then gave his team a gift that they have earned: home-field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs.…
The Steelers are heading into the New Year on a three-game losing streak following a heavy defeat to the Chiefs
In just 11 days, the Pittsburgh Steelers faced three teams aiming for the Super Bowl, and it’s clear they have struggled to prove they belong with that elite group. For the third time in those…
The second matchup between Patrick Surtain and Ja’Marr Chase takes center stage in the Broncos-Bengals
If anyone can slow down Cincinnati Bengals receiver Ja’Marr Chase, it’s Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II. Surtain did it before in 2021 when both were rookies. In that game, Surtain limited Chase to just…
Lamar Jackson sets new NFL quarterback rushing record, scores 3 touchdowns in Ravens’ dominant 31-2 victory over Texans
Lamar Jackson set the NFL career rushing record for quarterbacks during the Baltimore Ravens’ win over the Houston Texans on Wednesday. A standout moment came when Jackson sprinted 48 yards for a touchdown, reaching a…
Texans seek solutions following humiliating 31-2 defeat at home against the Ravens
Quarterback C.J. Stroud described Houston’s performance in their embarrassing 31-2 loss to Baltimore on Wednesday. “Sometimes you go out there and lay an egg,” Stroud said. “It’s not easy to say that, but that’s what…