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Michael Penix Jr. Injury Could Derail Falcons Amid Quarterback Uncertainty
The Atlanta Falcons fell to 3-7 after Week 11, and Michael Penix Jr.’s potential season-ending knee injury adds to their struggles. Kirk Cousins is set to take over, but without a first-round pick, Atlanta’s playoff hopes face major hurdles....
Why JJ McCarthy’s Slow Start Mirrors the Paths of Other NFL Late Bloomers
JJ McCarthy is off to a rocky start in Minnesota, but history shows QBs like Sam Darnold and Lamar Jackson turned early struggles into stardom. Here’s why patience may pay off....
Aaron Rodgers’ Wrist Injury Could Stifle Pittsburgh Steelers’ Playoff Hopes
The Steelers improved to 6-4 after beating the Bengals, but Aaron Rodgers’ wrist injury puts Pittsburgh’s playoff hopes in doubt as Mason Rudolph prepares to start against the Bears....
Browns QB Crisis Deepens as Shedeur Sanders Struggles in First Real Action
Shedeur Sanders made his long-awaited Browns debut after Dillon Gabriel’s injury. But behind a bad offense, the rookie struggled through an error-filled outing....
The Patriots Are Back and They Might Be the AFC's Most Dangerous Team
Drake Maye’s breakout, Mike Vrabel’s leadership and the NFL’s best run defense have New England rolling into December....
Why Darren Mougey Is the Most Important Figure in the Jets’ Rebuild
Darren Mougey is the key to the Jets’ rebuild, orchestrating trades and draft picks to reset the franchise for future success....
Ebuka Okorie, Stanford fend off Montana State's upset bid
Ebuka Okorie broke a late tie with a three-point play, Benny Gealer drilled a lead-extending 3-pointer and host Stanford used a late rally to overtake upset-minded Montana State 77-68 in a nonconference game on Wednesday.,A jumper by Jeremiah Davis gave the Bobcats (1-3) a 61-55 lead with 8:20 to pl...
Joe Burrow’s 2025 Return Will Determine Cincinnati Bengals’ Playoff Fate
Joe Burrow enters a 21-day practice window, with the Bengals’ playoff hopes hinging on his return and upcoming key games in the AFC North....
Stanford's Ebuka Okorie rides fast start into game vs. Montana State
Stanford will attempt to complete a Big Sky Conference hat trick Wednesday night when it looks to remain unbeaten at the expense of visiting Montana State.,Adjusting to life without star big man Maxime Raynaud, who now plays for the NBA's Sacramento Kings, the Cardinal (2-0) have ridden the brillian...
Why Jonathan Taylor Deserves to End the Quarterback MVP Streak
With no quarterback separating from the pack, Jonathan Taylor’s dominant season for the 8-2 Colts makes him a real threat to win NFL MVP in 2025....
Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers Both Prove Their Offenses Need Work
Philadelphia’s defense shines in a 10-7 win over Green Bay, but offensive inconsistency and injuries remain concerns for the Super Bowl champs....
Inside New York Giants’ Decision To Fire Head Coach Brian Daboll
The New York Giants have fired head coach Brian Daboll after a 2-8 start. Mike Kafka is set to take over as interim head coach as rookie QB Jaxson Dart continues to develop....
Trevor Lawrence Under Pressure as Jacksonville Jaguars Face Critical Stretch
Trevor Lawrence faces mounting pressure after Jacksonville’s loss to the Texans. With the Travis Hunter trade and a soft schedule ahead, the Jaguars’ season and future hinge on their QB’s performance....
Big Ten will continue to review illegal USC fake punt play
The Big Ten Conference confirmed a jersey violation by Southern California's backup quarterback in Friday's game against Northwestern and said Sunday that the situation will continue to be reviewed.,On a punt play in the second quarter, backup quarterback Sam Huard was in kick formation wearing the ...
Why the Pittsburgh Steelers Didn’t Need Jaylen Waddle to Stay in the AFC Hunt
The Steelers’ lack of wide receiver depth isn’t a crisis. Aaron Rodgers and Arthur Smith’s tight end-heavy scheme has Pittsburgh thriving even without adding a big-name target like Jaylen Waddle....
UFC Fight Night: Gabriel Bonfim uses flying knee to TKO Randy Brown
A flying knee from Gabriel Bonfim capped off a fast-paced welterweight main event at the expense of Randy Brown via second-round TKO at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas Saturday night.,Bonfim (19-1 MMA) already has a name in mind for his next fight, and it certainly is a step up in competition.,"Colby (...
Steelers vs. Chargers Week 10 Sunday Night Football Top Betting Picks, Predictions
Steelers aim to pressure Justin Herbert as Chargers’ injured line struggles on Sunday Night Football. These are our top betting picks for SNF in Week 10....
Falcons vs. Colts Week 10 Berlin Game Top Betting Picks, Predictions
Colts vs. Falcons in Berlin: Indianapolis looks to dominate Atlanta’s banged-up line and bounce back behind Jonathan Taylor and a fierce defense....
North Carolina records nine sacks, defeats Stanford
Gio Lopez threw two second-half touchdown passes and North Carolina's defense was in control for most of the game in a 20-15 victory against Stanford on Saturday in Chapel Hill, N.C.,Jordan Shipp made five catches for 83 yards and a touchdown, as the Tar Heels (4-5, 2-3 Atlantic Coast Conference) wo...
Freshman sensation Ebuka Okorie leads Stanford past Montana
Ebuka Okorie pumped in 29 points and Stanford had several big scoring bursts in a 91-68 victory against Montana on Saturday at Stanford, Calif.,Benny Gealer added 13 points, and AJ Rohosy and Aidan Cammann each had 12 points for the Cardinal (2-0), who made 10 shots from 3-point range after a slow s...