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Why the Detroit Lions Have the Most Pressure on Them in NFL Playoffs
The Detroit Lions have been winning their own way all season, and that's why they face the most pressure in the NFL Playoffs this year. ...
Commanders' Jayden Daniels looks to keep emotions in check vs. Bucs
Jayden Daniels' rookie season is going so well that it makes sense that he sees Sunday night's playoff contest as "just another game.",Perhaps Daniels will feel differently once the ball is kicked off as he attempts to lead the sixth-seeded Commanders past the third-seeded Tampa Bay Buccaneers in an...
Eagles, Packers renew acquaintances in wild-card round
The last time the Packers and Eagles tangled in the postseason, Green Bay won a wild-card game in Philadelphia before capping the 2010 campaign with a victory at Super Bowl XLV.,The first time these franchises ever met in the playoffs, the Eagles defeated Vince Lombardi's Packers to capture the 1960...
Josh Allen, Bills begin Super Bowl quest against upstart Broncos
With Sean McDermott and Josh Allen in charge, the Buffalo Bills have churned out one great regular season after another. And year after year, the franchise's first Super Bowl title has eluded them.,Buffalo, the No. 2 seed in the AFC for the third year running, begins its latest playoff journey again...
Lamar Jackson tries to outrun playoff demons as Ravens face Steelers
Lamar Jackson has won the same number of playoff games as NFL MVP trophies: two.,The dearth of postseason victories have been an issue and the Ravens star quarterback looks to change the narrative when third-seeded Baltimore hosts the sixth-seeded Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC wild-card round on Sa...
C.J. Stroud, Texans face tough test vs. Chargers' defense
Three wins in the final six regular-season games led the Houston Texans to a home playoff game nonetheless.,As they prepare to face the Los Angeles Chargers in the AFC wild-card round on Saturday, the fourth-seeded Texans realize the urgency ramps up in January and beyond. That especially rings true...
NFL dominates 2024 ratings despite 2.2% dip
Though its viewership took a 2.2 percent tumble in 2024, the NFL's numbers far eclipsed another other programming in U.S. broadcasting -- sports or otherwise.,Among the top 100 broadcasts in the U.S. in 2024, the NFL claimed 70 -- down from 93 the previous year. ,Across all networks, the NFL average...
NFL monitoring L.A. wildfires; other sports affected
An NFL said Wednesday that the league is keeping tabs on the ongoing wildfires in the Los Angeles area with respect to Monday's NFC wild-card game involving the Minnesota Vikings and host Rams in Inglewood, Calif.,A contingency plan is in place for the contest. The game would be played in Glendale, ...
Jets interview Chiefs OC Matt Nagy for head coach
The New York Jets completed a head coaching interview with Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy, the team announced Wednesday.,Because Nagy is still working as OC while the Chiefs have a bye for the wild-card round of the playoffs, his interview had to be limited to three hours and tak...
49ers remove DC role from Nick Sorensen, promote Klay Kubiak to OC
The San Francisco 49ers have removed Nick Sorensen from his role as defensive coordinator and promoted passing game specialist Klay Kubiak to offensive coordinator, coach Kyle Shanahan said Wednesday.,Shanahan said he would continue to call the offensive plays.,He also said he would like to retain S...
Pats to interview fifth head coaching candidate in Lions DC Aaron Glenn
The New England Patriots have added Aaron Glenn to the list of potential candidates to fill their head coaching vacancy, requesting an interview with the Detroit Lions defensive coordinator, according to Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer Wednesday.,Glenn, 52, has been the Lions' DC since 2021. Detro...
49ers GM: Ready to pay, all-in on QB Brock Purdy
Any notion the San Francisco 49ers were undecided about their future at quarterback was dispelled by general manager John Lynch on Wednesday. ,Lynch made it clear the 49ers are fully committed to keeping Brock Purdy, who is eligible for a contract extension immediately. Purdy had 3,864 passing yards...
NFL knocking, Bill Belichick busy making waves at North Carolina
New to the social media platform X, Bill Belichick's feed -- @unchapelbill -- indicates he's minding his own business and chasing quality BBQ during his first month on the job as head coach at North Carolina. ,But there appears to be more to the evolving story of "Chapel Bill." ,<blockquote class="t...
Bengals WR Jermaine Burton accused of assault
Cincinnati Bengals rookie wide receiver Jermaine Burton was accused of assaulting a 19-year-old woman he was dating, though no charges were filed against him, the Cincinnati Enquirer reported Wednesday.,Citing police reports, the Enquirer reported the woman made a 911 call that said Burton assaulted...
NFL monitoring L.A. wildfires; NHL postpones Flames-Kings game
An NFL spokesperson said Wednesday that the league is keeping tabs on the ongoing wildfires in the Los Angeles area with respect to Monday's NFC wild-card game involving the Minnesota Vikings and host Rams in Inglewood, Calif.,"The NFL continues to closely monitor developments in the area and will r...
Reports: Raiders among teams reaching out to Bill Belichick
The Las Vegas Raiders, behind minority owner Tom Brady, are among multiple NFL teams that have reached out to new North Carolina coach Bill Belichick about changing his mind and returning to the league, NFL Network reported Wednesday. ,Brady, who owns a 10 percent stake in the Raiders with business ...
Eagles QB Hurts (concussion), Packers QB Love (elbow) back at practice
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is back at practice and expected to play in the NFC wild-card game Sunday against the Packers. ,Philadelphia (14-3) hosts Green Bay (11-6) in the second meeting between the teams this season. The Eagles beat the Packers 34-29 in Brazil on Sept. 6 in the regular-season ...
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts (concussion) returns to practice
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is back at practice and expected to play in the NFC wild-card game Sunday against the Packers. ,Philadelphia (14-3) hosts Green Bay (11-6) in the second meeting between the teams this season. The Eagles beat the Packers 34-29 in Brazil on Sept. 6 in the regular-season ...
Report: 49ers remove DC role from Nick Sorensen
The San Francisco 49ers have removed Nick Sorensen from his role as defensive coordinator, ESPN reported.,He just completed his first season in the position after being elevated from defensive passing game specialist and nickelbacks coach.,Head coach Kyle Shanahan hopes to retain Sorensen, 46, in a ...
Reports: Cowboys' deny Bears request to interview Mike McCarthy
While Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy waits on his future in Dallas as his contract nears expiration, he could have another suitor in the Chicago Bears, according to multiple reports.,The Bears, who have a coaching vacancy, have made formal requests to interview a list of current NFL assistants and one ...