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Wait, are those the Rams knocking on the NFL playoff door?
If not for the Green Bay Packers’ Sunday night surprise win against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Los Angeles Rams would currently have the final playoff spot in the NFC. They are on a three-game winning streak since their bye week and the offense is humming even with Cooper Kupp sidelined with an inj...
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson misses first practice this season
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson did not participate in Thursday's practice, the first time this season he was unavailable....
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Sean McDermott apologizes for 9/11 hijackers remark [Update]
Update: Sean McDermott apologized to his players for his 9/11 analogy, according to ESPN. However, the World Wide Leader said the Buffalo Bills head coach “regretted mentioning 9/11 in my message,” though Go Long reported that he cited the hijackers as “a group of people who were all able to get on ...
Amazon can't be happy with another episode of <i>Thursday Night Football</i> Comedy Hour
Thursday is upon us, which means the end of the work week is near. It also means another installment of Thursday Night Football featuring another lousy matchup. This one could be the trailer for a Hollywood comedy: Bad Backups. That’s the general consensus about tonight’s TNG game between the New En...
QB questions loom large for Browns, Jaguars
Earlier this season, a December date for the Jacksonville Jaguars and Cleveland Browns was viewed as a matchup of two of the NFL's top young quarterbacks....
At least 1 person thinks Joe Flacco should start for Cleveland
Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has yet to name a starting quarterback for Cleveland’s upcoming game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. With Deshaun Watson sidelined for the season, the Browns have started three different signal-callers — rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson, journeyman backup P.J. W...
Week 14 TNF: Patriots-Steelers Preview, Props, Prediction
Two of the NFL's most storied franchises lock horns Thursday night in a matchup of two of the lowest-scoring teams this season who are both expected to start backup quarterbacks....
DeSean Jackson wants to be the next Magic Johnson
$91 million is a lot of money, but not enough for former NFL wide receiver DeSean Jackson....
Panthers TE Hayden Hurst has post-traumatic amnesia after concussion
Carolina Panthers tight end Hayden Hurst has no memory of the four hours that followed his Week 10 concussion against the Chicago Bears....
Ex-Jaguars employee accused of stealing $22M
A former Jacksonville Jaguars employee is accused of funding his lavish lifestyle by stealing more than $22 million from the team, according to court documents....
Pro Bowl K Robbie Gould retires after 18 seasons
Clutch kicker Robbie Gould announced his retirement Thursday after 17 seasons with three NFL teams....
Bengals host Colts in battle of backup QBs
Propelled by clutch overtime wins, the Cincinnati Bengals host the streaking Indianapolis Colts in a matchup of surprise playoff contenders....
Rising Rams ready for reality check at rested Ravens
From the back of the pack in the NFC West, the Los Angeles Rams performed like a different team since a bye week, winning three straight games to climb back into the playoff picture....
The dog whistles around Jalen Hurts are subtle, yet deafening
It’s not just what you say, it’s also about what you don’t say — and how you say it. Right now, there are some peculiar things being uttered about Jalen Hurts, and it would be easier if those people would just . . . say it....
Chargers begin uphill climb in clash vs. Broncos
The Los Angeles Chargers have everything that an NFL team needs to win a football game....
Struggling Bills aim to get back on track in clash vs. Chiefs
The Buffalo Bills are making their fifth visit to Kansas City in 34-plus months but it certainly doesn't feel like a welcoming second home....
Reports: Dolphins signing RT Austin Jackson to 3-year extension
The Miami Dolphins and right tackle Austin Jackson agreed to a three-year, $36 million extension, multiple outlets reported Thursday....
Seahawks bid to show they belong in rematch vs. 49ers
Ever the optimist, Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll still believes he has a playoff team....
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Hayden Hurst's season is over after concussion, amnesia diagnosis [Updated]
Updated Dec. 15: The Carolina Panthers are putting Hayden Hurst on injured reserve, ending the tight end’s season....
Justin Jefferson in line to return as Vikings visit Raiders
The Minnesota Vikings welcome back their best offensive player when they visit the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday afternoon....