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49ers focused on limiting damage by Browns' Myles Garrett
Two defenses coming off impressive performances set their targets on history-defying young quarterbacks when the San Francisco 49ers visit the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon.,Brock Purdy will be looking for a third consecutive victory, while Shedeur Sanders will be seeking to deliver the Brown...

Rookie QB Max Brosmer to start as Vikings visit Sam Darnold, Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks will be facing what amounts to a rookie quarterback when they play host to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.,Minnesota is all too familiar with the quarterback at the controls of the Seahawks' offense. ,J.J. McCarthy, a first-round pick in 2024 who missed all of last season after...

Falcons' fading hopes in Kirk Cousins' hands as team visits Jets
Desperate for a win to keep their slim postseason hopes alive, the Atlanta Falcons will look to extend their recent success against the New York Jets on Sunday in East Rutherford, N.J.,Atlanta (4-7), which has won three straight road games against the Jets dating back to 2009, snapped a five-game lo...

As Dolphins rise, Saints strive to stop freefall
The Miami Dolphins are finally headed in a positive direction.,The Dolphins (4-7) were one of the most disappointing teams in the NFL when they lost seven of their first nine games.,But then they routed the Buffalo Bills 30-13 on Nov. 9, beat the Washington Commanders 16-13 in overtime in Madrid and...

Matthew Stafford, surging Rams take aim at Panthers
The Los Angeles Rams are the hottest team in the NFC, but Carolina is among the conference's teams with the most to prove.,The Rams visit the Panthers for Sunday afternoon's game in Charlotte, N.C.,Los Angeles (9-2) has won six games in a row and holds a one-game edge on Seattle in the NFC West. The...

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield likely to get green light vs. Cardinals
Baker Mayfield has not missed a start with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and his 45-game streak appears to be safe after he completed practice Friday.,Mayfield's sprained left shoulder was problematic, drawing doubt about his status for Tampa Bay's game against the visiting Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. ...

Colts finally home, turn to OL to fend off oncoming Texans
Hold the coronation of the Indianapolis Colts. The two-time defending AFC South champions might have something to say in the matter.,Houston hits Indiana's capital city with a three-game winning streak and a healthy quarterback, momentum the Texans plot to put to good use in closing the gap in the d...
NFC West Power Rankings: Rams Lead the Pack in Week 13
The NFC West is tighter than ever in Week 13, but the Los Angeles Rams’ 9-2 record, MVP-caliber Matthew Stafford, and league-leading defense put them ahead of the Seahawks and 49ers....
Why the Detroit Lions Were Thanksgiving’s Biggest Losers
The Detroit Lions’ Thanksgiving loss revealed major issues from Amon-Ra St. Brown’s injury to offensive regression and Dan Campbell’s costly decisions. Here’s why Detroit’s NFC North hopes are slipping....
Post-Thanksgiving NFL Shockers: Can the Lions, Chiefs & Ravens Still Make the Playoffs?
NFL recap after Thanksgiving: Detroit, Kansas City, and Baltimore face tough playoff paths. Key takeaways, standings, and what’s next for each team....

Reports: C Frank Ragnow ends retirement, rejoins Lions
Four-time Pro Bowl center Frank Ragnow is coming out retirement and rejoining the Detroit Lions, multiple media outlets reported on Wednesday.,The Lions appeared to confirm the news by posting a picture of Ragnow on its social media sites.,It's unclear when Ragnow would return to Detroit (7-4), who ...

Seahawks add RB Cam Akers; S Quandre Diggs returns
The Seattle Seahawks signed running back Cam Akers to the 53-man roster on Wednesday, while safety Quandre Diggs returned to the organization after signing to the practice squad.,The Seahawks also added cornerback Shaquill Griffin and linebacker Patrick O'Connell to the 53-man roster from the practi...

'He's back': Bengals activate QB Joe Burrow from IR
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow officially was activated from injured reserve on Wednesday and is expected to start Thursday's game against the host Baltimore Ravens.,The Bengals announced the move over social media and posted a slow-motion video of Burrow along with the caption: "He's bac...

Broncos C Luke Wattenberg, DT Malcolm Roach agree to extensions
Denver Broncos center Luke Wattenberg and defensive tackle Malcolm Roach agreed to multi-year contract extensions on Wednesday.,Wattenberg agreed to a four-year contract through the 2029 season. He will be paid $48 million, Denver's 9news.com reported.,For Roach, it's a three-year contract extension...

Colts QB Daniel Jones limited with fibula injury
Daniel Jones was limited in practice on Wednesday with a fibula injury, but Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen labeled his quarterback "good to go" for a Sunday game against the Houston Texans. ,Jones was on the injury report last week but played start to finish at Kansas City in an overti...
Bengals 2025 Season in Crisis: Playoff Hopes Fade Despite Burrow’s Return
Cincinnati’s defense struggles and Joe Burrow’s return can’t mask a frustrating season. NFL Playoff hopes dwindle for the Bengals in 2025....

Patriots rookie LT Will Campbell (knee) headed to IR
New England Patriots rookie left tackle Will Campbell will be placed on injured reserve with a knee sprain, head coach Mike Vrabel announced on Wednesday.,Campbell, the fourth overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, sustained the injury this past Sunday and was carted off the field during the third quar...

Bucs QB Baker Mayfield calls playing Sunday a 'double-edged sword'
The Tampa Buccaneers are already in playoff mode, and the mindset is playing into the decision to start quarterback Baker Mayfield on Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals despite a left shoulder sprain.,Mayfield injured his non-throwing shoulder in the second quarter of Sunday night's 34-7 blowout l...

Report: Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy (concussion) likely out vs. Seattle
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy likely will not play Sunday when Minnesota visits the Seattle Seahawks, a week after reporting concussion-like symptoms, The Athletic reported Wednesday.,He has not yet been ruled out officially. With veteran backup Carson Wentz out for the season with a shoulder in...

NFL to use commemorative ball in 2026 to mark nation's 250th birthday
The NFL will mark the 250th birthday of the United States in 2026 with embossing on the footballs and special field markings.,Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a news release Wednesday that the NFL has been working with the White House Salute to America 250 Task Force to take part in celebrating th...