‘MNF’ takeaways: Aggressive John Harbaugh pays off for Ravens
Brothers Jim and John Harbaugh met for the first time since Super Bowl XLVII on “Monday Night Football.” John Harbaugh’s Ravens won, 30-23, improving his record to 3-0 against his younger brother. Here are our five takeaways from Monday night’s brotherly affair. Aggressive John Harbaugh pays off Several Ravens gambles
Rams receiver Demarcus Robinson was arrested for suspicion of DUI
Rams receiver Demarcus Robinson was arrested for DUI after Sunday night’s loss to the Eagles. According to TMZ.com, the arrest happened early Monday. The incident occurred after Robinson was pulled over for allegedly driving his car at a speed in excess of 100 miles per hour. He allegedly refused a
Mike Tannenbaum, Rick Spielman To Participate In Jets’ HC, GM Searches
The Jets’ process of finding their next head coach and general manager will include outside consultation. The 33rd Team has been hired to assist in the search for Robert Saleh and Joe Douglas‘ replacements, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports. The news is now official. [RELATED: Jets Targeting Experienced HC, GM
Lamar Jackson’s second touchdown pass gives Ravens 23-16 lead
Lamar Jackson’s second touchdown pass of the night has the Ravens with a 23-16 lead in the fourth quarter. The Ravens quarterback threw a 6-yard dart to tight end Mark Andrews with 12:32 remaining. Officials originally called it incomplete, but Andrews clearly caught it with both feet in bounds, and
Watch: Two Jackson second-quarter TDs give Ravens ‘MNF’ lead
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson‘s two second-quarter touchdowns gave Baltimore a 14-10 halftime lead on the road against the Chargers. The two-time MVP cut into Los Angeles’ 10-point lead with an 10-yard touchdown run midway through the quarter. Jackson held on to the ball on the option play and raced toward
WWE Raw Results: Winners, Live Grades, Reaction, Highlights Ahead Of Survivor Series | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
With the advantage in the women’s WarGames match on the line and fueled by revenge following a backstage assault that left her partner out of action, women’s tag team champion Bianca Belair squared off with WWE women’s champion Nia Jax in a high-stakes showdown Monday night on WWE Raw. Who
Jabrill Peppers Removed From Commissioner’s Exempt List
Following his October arrest for an alleged domestic violence incident, Jabrill Peppers was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list. The Patriots safety missed the following seven games, but he’ll now have a chance to play for the stretch run of the season. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Peppers was
Tommy DeVito isn’t on the Giants’ injury report; Jermaine Eluemunor listed as out of practice
Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito took some big hits during Sunday’s loss to the Buccaneers and left the game for one play, but head coach Brian Daboll said at his Monday press conference that he expects DeVito to start against the Cowboys on Thanksgiving. The team’s first injury report of the
Jets interim HC announces starting QB for Week 13
A Saturday report indicated Rodgers was likely to finish the season on IR or on the bench. We do not appear at that point yet. Interim Jets HC Jeff Ulbrich said (via ESPN.com’s Rich Cimini) Rodgers would “absolutely” start against the Seahawks in Week 13. The Jets sit 3-8, leading to Douglas’
Jets officially kick off head coach, G.M. search process
The Jets have the ball rolling on their search for a new head coach and General Manager. The team officially announced that they have retained the services of The 33rd Team to support owner Woody Johnson as he runs both searches. The 33rd Team was founded by former Jets G.M.
Titans CB Chidobe Awuzie To Return To Practice
Chidobe Awuzie has been out of the Titans’ lineup since September, but he could be back in the picture soon. The veteran corner will return to practice this week, head coach Brian Callahan announced on Monday. Awuzie suffered a groin injury in Week 3, and he landed on injured reserve shortly thereafter. The
Bo Nix closing in on Jayden Daniels in rookie of the year odds
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels got off to a hot start this season, quickly became the betting favorite to win the NFL’s offensive rookie of the year award, and has held onto the favorite status since. But a new candidate is gaining on Daniels. Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is number two
Giants defense on brink of unwanted NFL history in Week 13
The New York Giants (2-9) have been a competitive conundrum, especially on defense. With pass-rushing talent like nose tackle Dexter Lawrence II, who led the league in sacks for quite some time, and newly acquired defensive end Brian Burns, the Giants had one of the top units in football despite
NFL Team Needs: Prioritizing Every Roster’s Biggest Weaknesses Before Week 13 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Eagles RB Saquon BarkleyRonald Martinez/Getty Images There weren’t many negatives to be found in Philly’s Week 12 win over the Rams, aside from Darius Slay’s departure with a concussion and Brandon Graham’s announcement that he’s done for the year with a torn triceps. Saquon Barkley topped 300 scrimmage yards, the
Raiders’ Gardner Minshew Out For Season
Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew suffered a season-ending broken collarbone against the Broncos in Week 12, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo. Minshew left the game in the fourth quarter after being sacked by Cody Barton and Jonathon Cooper. Desmond Ridder finished the game at quarterback for the Raiders,
Sean McVay: Rams’ loss was humbling, it’s all about how you respond
Rams coach Sean McVay said after Sunday night’s 37-20 loss to the Eagles that all his team can do is bounce back. “There’s humbling nights like this in football,” Mcvay said. “It’s all about how you respond. I do know that this team has the capability to be able to
Sports world reacts to Saquon Barkley’s monster night vs. Rams
Saquon Barkley had people thinking about three letters after his dominant performance Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams: MVP. Barkley was a one-man wrecking crew in the Philadelphia Eagles’ 37-20 win over the Rams at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Barkley rushed for a whopping 255 yards with two touchdowns
Brandon Graham says he’s out for season with torn triceps
Brandon Graham was putting together a solid 2024 at age 36, but it has now come to an end. In the locker room after Sunday’s 37-20 win over the Rams, Graham said he was out for the season after suffering a torn triceps. Graham suffered the injury in the second
Brandon Graham Suffers Triceps Tear
Brandon Graham made Eagles history this year, becoming the first player in franchise history to suit up for a 15th season with the franchise. The 36-year-old edge rusher also made an impact in Sunday night’s game, but it is now expected to be his last this season — and potentially
Saquon Barkley: I love being in the MVP conversation, but it’s a team sport
Saquon Barkley put together his best game of what’s already been a career season on Sunday night against the Rams, accounting for 302 yards from scrimmage in the 37-20 victory. Barkley rushed for a career-high 255 yards on 26 carries, scoring touchdowns on runs of 70 and 72 yards in
Week 12 losers: Giants look hopeless; Texans are missing something
Joe Schoen, general manager, New York Giants As Giants rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers said after Sunday’s 30-7 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, “It isn’t the quarterback.” The Giants made Daniel Jones the scapegoat for this miserable season this week by benching him (and then releasing him),
Will John Mara change his mind and clean house?
Last month, Giants co-owner John Mara said he doesn’t anticipate making any major changes during or after the 2024 season. Sunday’s outcome will test his resolve. For multiple reasons. Beyond the embarrassing 30-7 home loss to the Buccaneers, multiple players called the team “soft” and questioned the effort of the
Teams Reaching Out To Daniel Jones; 2024 Starting Gig Still Possible?
Daniel Jones will become a free agent tomorrow afternoon, and no shortage of teams have been linked to a potential pursuit. Several have already made contact in advance of a potential quarterback addition for the latter stages of the season. Ten teams have reached out to Jones, Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer
Brandon Allen downplays broken finger on left hand
Because Brandon Allen is who he is — the backup quarterback — no one noticed he had a broken finger on his non-throwing hand until he started Sunday’s game against the Packers. The 49ers quarterback had a brace on the middle finger of his left hand when he took the
Minshew’s injury could force Raiders to sign this replacement
The Las Vegas Raiders‘ no good, very bad season just got much worse. Quarterback Gardner Minshew left Sunday’s, 29-19, loss to the Denver Broncos with a serious injury, confirmed to be a season-ending broken collarbone after the game. Minshew started the season under center for Las Vegas before being benched
Josh Jacobs scores his second TD after Xavier McKinney’s pick of Brandon Allen
The 49ers twice threatened to make it a one-score game in Green Bay. They turned it over on downs after reaching the Green Bay 39, and then, after reaching the Green Bay 45 on the next drive, Brandon Allen threw a pick. The pass caroomed off receiver Deebo Samuel and
Panthers TE Ja’Tavion Sanders Hospitalized With Neck Injury
Ja’Tavion Sanders will miss the remainder of the Panthers’ Week 12 contest due to a neck injury. The rookie tight end has been taken to hospital for evaluation, per a team announcement. Sanders was flipped out of bounds after making a catch during the second quarter of Sunday’s matchup with the
Baker Mayfield has stinger, remains in game
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield gave the team an injury scare during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s rout of the Giants. Mayfield tried to recover a fumble after a botched handoff and his head hit Buccaneers right tackle Luke Goedeke’s leg. Mayfield went to be checked out in the sideline medical
Watch: Buccaneers’ Mayfield flies into end zone vs. Giants
Who knew Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield had hops? At the end of the second quarter in Sunday’s road game against the New York Giants, Mayfield hurdled over New York cornerback Cor’Dale Flott for a 10-yard rushing touchdown, giving the Buccaneers a 23-0 lead. Although the ball popped out
Steelers, Russell Wilson won’t do a new deal until after season — if at all
We recently made the case for the Steelers to ditch their longstanding, nonsensical policy of not doing contracts with players once the regular season starts. The Steelers won’t have to deviate from their policy, even if they were tempted to do so. An extension as a practical matter can’t happen.
Jets Expected To Target Experience In GM, HC Searches
Since Bill Parcells stepped down nearly 25 years ago, the Jets have leaned toward first-time head coaches. Woody Johnson‘s ownership tenure has featured seven HC hires; only one has been a retread. As they navigate another disappointing season and the slew of negative press that has come with it, the
Keenan Allen, D’Andre Swift are expected to play for Bears
The Bears listed a couple of key offensive players as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Vikings and word is positive about both of them on Sunday morning. According to multiple reports, wide receiver Keenan Allen and running back D’Andre Swift are both expected to play in the divisional clash.
Titans to place key CB on injured reserve
The Titans’ revamped cornerback group has suffered heavy losses this season. Chidobe Awuzie has not played since Week 3, and L’Jarius Sneed will join the free agent signing on IR. Sneed is moving to the injured list, per NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero, due to a quad injury. Sneed has not played since Week
College Football Playoff Picture After Week 13: SEC Shockers, a Big 12 Crasher & More | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
It’s been a fascinating year for this rebuilt conference, and it looks like it will go out with a bang. Alabama, which never got going against Oklahoma, saw its playoff chances suffer a cataphoric blow when the Crimson Tide laid an egg. Texas A&M, which has been largely excellent under
Former Steelers CB challenges players after upset loss to Browns
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens went viral and received some criticism after he said following the club’s upset 24-19 loss at the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night that he doesn’t think the Browns “are a good team at all” and that the wintery conditions at Huntington Bank Field “kind of saved” Cleveland. Former
Mike Mularkey admits to burning Ian Rapoport with false scoop
Those of us in the news business are only as good as our sources. And every source can, if the source wants, build up trust over a period of time and then turn it on its head. Former Titans coach Mike Mularkey did just that, nearly six years ago. He
Ex-Giants player has telling comments about team’s culture
The New York Giants benched and subsequently released quarterback Daniel Jones this week, which has thrust the current regime back into the spotlight. It has also led to former players making subtle comments about the team’s culture, including current Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Sterling Shepard. Shortly after Jones’ release
Vikings will waive CB Akayleb Evans
The Vikings are moving on from another 2022 draft pick. Per NFL Media, Minnesota will be waiving cornerback Akayleb Evans. A fourth-round pick (118th overall) in G.M. Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s first year on the job, Evans started 15 games in 2023. This year, he has seven appearances but zero starts. He
Trio of 49ers stars in doubt for Week 12 vs. Packers
The 49ers have run into steady injury trouble this season, and arguably, their three most important players are in doubt for a Week 12 game against the Packers. Most notably, Brock Purdy has now undergone an MRI on his injured throwing shoulder. Limited in practice over the past two days, Purdy
For most playoff contenders, Daniel Jones would be an upgrade as a backup
The Giants benched quarterback Daniel Jones for business reasons, not for football reasons. And the Giants allowed personal feelings to interfere with what would have been the best business decision — prevent him from going elsewhere and proving the Giants wrong, Saquon-style. But they’re going to waive him. Even though
Raiders Likely To Prioritize Robert Spillane Deal
Robert Spillane has evolved into a reliable starter in Las Vegas, and the Raiders will likely look to retain the impending free agent. According to Vic Tafur of The Athletic, “it’s hard to imagine” that the organization wouldn’t make the linebacker a priority this offseason. Following a brief cameo with
Report: Aaron Rodgers wants to play in 2025, but not for the Jets
It could be the next shot in the cold war turned hot between the Jets and quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Days after reports emerged that Jets owner Woody Johnson suggested benching Rodgers after a Week 4 loss to the Broncos, Dianna Russini of TheAthletic.com reports that Rodgers, who said 10 days
Potential landing spots for former Giants QB Daniel Jones
The Daniel Jones era with the New York Giants is over. After he was benched earlier this week, the veteran quarterback requested his release from the team, which was happy to grant it. Once he passes through waivers (and given his contract, he will), he will become a free agent
Broncos could have declined Week 16 Thursday night flex, for one specific reason
The NFL adopted a flex option for Thursday Night Football in 2023. On Friday, the league activated the break-glass option for the first time ever, bumping Browns-Bengals out for Broncos-Chargers. While there’s no blanket ability for teams that get a Thursday shoulder tap to say no, the Broncos could have.
Vikings Waive CB Akayleb Evans
The Vikings are moving on from a former defensive starter. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Vikings have waived cornerback Akayleb Evans. A 2022 fourth-round pick, Evans had occasional defensive cameos as a rookie before taking on a significantly larger role as a sophomore. The cornerback started all 15
Former NFL player Scott Turner has been nominated to be HUD secretary
Former NFL defensive back Scott Turner will be part of the incoming administration. Turner, a seventh-round pick of Washington in 1995, has been nominated by president-elect Donald Trump to become the secretary of the department of housing and urban development Turner, who played for Washington, the Chargers, and the Broncos
NFL’s 10 most important people in Week 12
Each week, Yardbarker highlights the most important people leading into the week’s NFL games. From players to coaches and beyond, here are the 10 most important people to keep an eye on in Week 12. QB Tommy DeVito | New York Giants Earlier this week, New York benched Daniel Jones
B/R Experts Week 13 College Football Rankings 2024 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
James Gilbert/Getty Images On a day when there was so much college football chaos, Ole Miss choking on the road in The Swamp stood out. Lane Kiffin’s rebuilt Rebels out-flexed Georgia a couple of weeks ago, looking like one of the nation’s scariest groups. Out of a horde of two-loss
Giants Activate OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux, Promote QB Tim Boyle
To no surprise, Kayvon Thibodeaux will be back in action for the Giants in Week 12. The third-year edge rusher was activated from injured reserve on Saturday, per a team announcement. Thibodeaux returned to practice earlier this week, opening his 21-day activation window. The team expected to have him back in time
Deion Sanders and Colorado had a rough day at Arrowhead Stadium
Just as the Colorado balloon was filling up with current success and future possibilities, Kansas popped it on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium. After the 37-21 loss by the No. 16 Buffaloes to the unranked Jayhawks, coach Deion Sanders blamed the stumble on his team’s reaction to the praise it has















































