Bengals QB Joe Burrow can join elite list in Week 18
The Cincinnati Bengals are still in the playoff hunt entering the final week of the NFL season. Quarterback Joe Burrow has been a big reason why the team is still in contention, but Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, he can make some individual history. Burrow currently has 4,641 passing yards
Damar Hamlin should get comeback player of the year consideration
Last year, he was viewed as the odds-on favorite to win comeback player of the year. This year, an argument could be made that he’s just as worthy for serious consideration. Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who suffered cardiac arrest during a regular-season game on January 2, 2023 ultimately did not
Cowboys’ Trey Lance To Play ‘Significant Reps’ In Week 18
Since they are eliminated from the playoffs, the Cowboys are planning to use their Week 18 as an opportunity to evaluate their roster heading ahead of the 2025 season. That will include quarterback Trey Lance, who is expected “to get significant reps” on Sunday, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Joe Flacco intends to play in 2025
With Colts quarterback Joe Flacco starting a meaningless (for both teams) Week 18 game against the Jaguars, it’s easy to think that the man who turns 40 in 13 days will be calling it a career. Not so. Per a source with knowledge of Flacco’s thinking, he fully intends to
Eric Dickerson fires back at criticism from former NFL star
Pro Football Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson responded to criticism from a former star on Friday. Dickerson responded to LeSean McCoy, who has been critical of Dickerson for not supporting Saquon Barkley’s bid for the single-season rushing record. Dickerson doubled down on his comments and defended his stance while claiming
Joe Flacco intends to play in 2024
With Colts quarterback Joe Flacco starting a meaningless (for both teams) Week 18 game against the Jaguars, it’s easy to think that the man who turns 40 in 13 days will be calling it a career. Not so. Per a source with knowledge of Flacco’s thinking, he fully intends to
Jets To Interview Jeff Ulbrich Next Week
As expected, Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich will get a shot at the full-time gig. He expects to interview with the team’s decision-makers next week, per Brian Costello of The New York Post. Ulbrich was handed the interim job after Robert Saleh was fired due to the Jets’ 2-3
WWE SmackDown Results: Winners, Live Grades, Reaction and Highlights From January 3
Welcome to Bleacher Report’s live cover of the first SmackDown of 2025 on January 3. The new year started off with some title action as Nia Jax defended her… This content was brought to you by: Bleacher Report – Front Page
Eagles’ Jordan Mailata suffers another Pro Bowl snub
Philadelphia’s Jordan Mailata could be the most underappreciated player in football. Now seven years into an unexpected NFL career, the talented left tackle has yet to receive a Pro Bowl nomination. Mailata grew up in Australia and played rugby for teams like the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs and the South Sydney Rabbitohs,
NFL draft prospect Jack Bech talks about his brother’s death in New Orleans terrorist attack
Former Princeton wide receiver Martin “Tiger” Bech was one of 14 people who died in the terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day. His brother, TCU receiver Jack Bech, is an NFL prospect. Jack Bech spoke publicly about his brother for the first time Friday. “Now, each day
Latest On Tom Brady’s Raiders Path; Team Likely To Fire Antonio Pierce?
Antonio Pierce certainly has not enjoyed too much of a chance to impress as Raiders HC. Although the Raiders coach said (via The Athletic’s Vic Tafur) Aidan O’Connell can be an NFL starting quarterback, the team did not equip its inexperienced sideline leader with much at the game’s premier position.
Sauce Gardner will not play in Week 18
Dolphins quarterback Tyler Huntley won’t have to deal with Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner during Sunday’s road game. Gardner has been ruled out for the Jets’ season finale with the hamstring injury that’s been bothering him for several weeks. He also missed the Week 14 game between the teams in Miami.
Bengals take worrying step with rookie WR
Rookie wide receiver Jermaine Burton appears to have fallen out of favor with the Cincinnati Bengals as his first NFL season comes to an end. The Bengals announced Friday that Burton will not even travel with the team for their must-win season finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Burton will be
Brock Purdy, Deebo Samuel are out; George Kittle is questionable
The 49ers officially ruled out quarterback Brock Purdy for the season finale against the Cardinals. Purdy has a right elbow contusion and nerve inflammation. Josh Dobbs will start with Brandon Allen as his backup. “He just got dinged on the elbow. It caused some numbness,” 49ers General Manager John Lynch
Brock Purdy’s Season ‘Most Likely’ Over
JANUARY 3: John Lynch confirmed Friday during a KNBR interview (h/t 49ersWebZone.com) that Purdy avoided any long-term elbow issues. The 49ers are preparing to sit their starter for Week 18, but this issue should not impact him for too long into the offseason. DECEMBER 31: An MRI revealed that 49ers
Ladd McConkey set to play Sunday; Gus Edwards and Joshua Palmer ruled out
Wide receiver Ladd McConkey is on track to play for the Chargers in Sunday’s game against the Raiders. McConkey was a full participant in practice on Friday and he has no injury designation for Week 18. He missed practice due to a toe injury on Wednesday and he was limited
Report reveals whether Colts plan to keep HC Shane Steichen
The disappointing end to the Indianapolis Colts’ season has sparked talk of potential changes, and whether those changes could involve head coach Shane Steichen. In a recent episode of the “Scoop City” podcast, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reported that there is some speculation about Steichen’s status going forward as
Jets announce completion of interview with Mike Vrabel
Friday began with word that the Jets would interview Mike Vrabel for their head coaching job and the team has confirmed that report. The Jets announced that they have completed an interview with Vrabel. They also interviewed former Panthers and Commanders head coach Ron Rivera on Thursday and are expected
Keenan Allen Only Open To Playing In Chicago, Los Angeles In 2025
One of the biggest names on track for free agency at wide receiver, Keenan Allen does not sound interested in a true open market. Ahead of what would be his age-33 season, the decorated wideout is only open to landing in two cities. Allen only wants to continue his career
Micah Parsons has full practice, off injury report
Cowboys defensive end Micah Parsons will get a chance to extend his streak of double-digit sack seasons. Parsons, who has 9.5 sacks, returned to a full practice Friday and has no injury designation. He went onto the report Thursday as a limited participant with a wrist injury. The Cowboys ruled
Dolphins’ long-shot playoff hopes just got even more improbable
The Miami Dolphins may be without their starting QB Tua Tagovailoa (hip) for their must-win game against the New York Jets on Sunday. According to ESPN Dolphins reporter Marcel Louis-Jacques, head coach Mike McDaniel said Tagovailoa is “unlikely” to play in the team’s regular-season finale. If Tagovailoa cannot play, Tyler
Ravens activate TE Charlie Kolar, place CB Jalyn Armour-Davis on IR
The Ravens will have tight end Charlie Kolar available for Saturday’s game against the Browns. Kolar was activated from injured reserve on Friday. Kolar has missed the last four games with a forearm injury. Kolar had nine catches for 131 yards and a touchdown in 12 games before getting hurt.
Front Office Notes: Jets, Colts, Grier, Bears
Given a mulligan for the Jets‘ Aaron Rodgers-less 2023 season, Robert Saleh and Joe Douglas did not make it too far into the 2024 campaign. The latter did not have a good working relationship during his final year in charge, seeing Woody Johnson (and, apparently, his sons) influence Jets personnel
Puka Nacua, Cooper Kupp, Kyren Williams among Rams sitting out Sunday
The Rams announced Jimmy Garoppolo will start at quarterback against the Seahawks on Sunday earlier this week and head coach Sean McVay shared some more changes to the lineup on Friday. Wide receivers Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp will be joining quarterback Matthew Stafford on the Rams’ sideline. McVay also
Doug Pederson speaks openly about possible final game with Jaguars
To the surprise of many around the NFL, Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson held onto his job long enough to lead his 4-12 team into this Sunday’s regular-season finale at the 7-9 Indianapolis Colts. Nevertheless, when speaking with reporters on Friday, Pederson sounded like a man who could see
Falcons list Darnell Mooney as questionable with a shoulder injury
The Falcons need a win against the Panthers on Sunday to have any chance of advancing to the postseason, but they may not have wide receiver Darnell Mooney’s help in getting it. Mooney did not practice on Friday and he has been listed as questionable with a shoulder injury. Mooney
Jaguars Not Certain To Fire Doug Pederson, Trent Baalke?
One of the NFL’s two active second-chance GMs has overseen one of the NFL’s most disappointing teams. After authorizing the three most lucrative extensions in Jaguars history (for Trevor Lawrence, Josh Hines-Allen and Tyson Campbell), Trent Baalke has seen the team tumble to a 4-12 record. It would seem likely
Anthony Richardson out, Joe Flacco to start for Colts on Sunday
For perhaps the last time in his career, Joe Flacco will start on Sunday. The Colts have ruled out quarterback Anthony Richardson with a back injury, which means Flacco will start the regular-season finale against the Jaguars. It’s a disappointing ending for Richardson, who has shown nothing through his first
Giants safety reacts to Eagles’ Saquon Barkley apparent troll of John Mara
In an ad released this week, Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley seemed to troll New York Giants co-owner John Mara about what has become a famous comment Mara made last offseason. Ahead of this Sunday’s game between the 3-13 Giants and 13-3 Eagles, New York safety Jason Pinnock made it known
Antoine Winfield Jr., Jamel Dean out for Bucs Sunday
The Buccaneers will be short two defensive backs for Sunday’s bid to win the NFC North. Head coach Todd Bowles said that safety Antoine Winfield Jr. and cornerback Jamel Dean will both miss the game. Both players are dealing with knee injuries. Winfield has missed the last three games with
Looking At Pro Bowl Rosters’ Impact On Fifth-Year Option Statuses
The NFL unveiled the Pro Bowl rosters Thursday. While superstars and veterans tied to big-ticket contracts headline the AFC and NFC squads, rookie-contract players are part of both sides for an event no longer featuring an actual all-star game. While the Pro Bowl’s prestige peak occurred decades ago, the 2020
Mike McDaniel: Tua Tagovailoa “unlikely” to play, Tyler Huntley set to start Week 18
Tyler Huntley is set to start another game for the Dolphins. Miami head coach Mike McDaniel told reporters in his Friday press conference that Tua Tagovialoa’s hip injury is set to sideline him for another game. “We’ll approach it like Snoop’s starting,” McDaniel said. “It looks like the way that
Insider shares Jerry Jones theory for why Cowboys haven’t announced Mike McCarthy decision
NFL Network personalities Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported on Friday that Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy will technically remain under contract until Jan. 14, even though the season ends this Sunday, when Dallas plays the Washington Commanders at home. Later in the day, NFL insider Mike Florio of
Cotton Bowl 2024: Factors That Will Decide OSU vs. Texas Semifinal Bracket Game | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Texas might not have to match OSU yard-for-yard in the passing game, but it needs to be efficient enough to counter any punches thrown by the Buckeyes. The Longhorns relied more on their passing attack in the Peach Bowl win over the Arizona State
Dolphins Likely To Start Tyler Huntley In Week 18
Mike McDaniel poured cold water on any Dolphins hopes of having Tua Tagovailoa available for Week 18. Miami’s starting quarterback is unlikely to play against the Jets on Sunday. A second straight Tyler Huntley start is now expected, ESPN.com’s Marcell Louis-Jacques tweets. This will deal a blow to the Dolphins’
T.J. Hockenson prepares to face the Lions for first time since last year’s ACL tear
On Christmas Eve of last year, a low hit from Lions safety Kerby Joseph tore the ACL of former Lions, now Vikings, tight end T.J. Hockenson. On Sunday night, Hockenson will face his former team for the first time since it happened. Hockenson returned from the injury in little more
How Bengals’ Zac Taylor could impact Patriots’ Jerod Mayo decision
It remains unclear if New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and team president Jonathan Kraft will give first-year head coach Jerod Mayo more time to continue learning on the job as a Patriots side led by rookie quarterback Drake Maye limps into the campaign’s final weekend at 3-13. In an
Doug Pederson: Whatever happens, we keep moving forward
Whether they win, lose or tie the Colts on Sunday, the Jaguars’ season will come to an end. There’s been plenty of speculation that the game will also end head coach Doug Pederson’s time in Jacksonville, although nothing has been announced at this point. At a Friday press conference, Pederson
Chiefs Designate Jaylen Watson For Return
The Chiefs have a rare opportunity at significant rest before the playoffs, earning the AFC’s No. 1 seed on Christmas Day. Andy Reid‘s team is taking advantage of that, being set to rest starters — to the point it is a double-digit underdog in Denver — in Week 18. Kansas
Mike McCarthy might be frozen out of the coaching carousel until January 14
As of Sunday afternoon, Mike McCarthy will have no further work to do for the Cowboys. But he will still be working for the Cowboys — for another nine days. As reported on Friday morning by NFL Media, McCarthy’s contract expires on January 14. (On Thursday, the Cowboys declined to
Does Jets’ D.J. Reed regret controversial comment about future?
Shortly after the New York Jets fell to 4-12 on the season via last Sunday’s embarrassing 40-14 loss to the Buffalo Bills, Jets cornerback D.J. Reed raised eyebrows when he told Tyler Dunne of Go Long that he was “ready to go to free agency” and “ready to see what’s next for me.”
Amon-Ra St. Brown: NFL should change the rule so a 14-win team isn’t on the road
The 14-2 Lions will play the 14-2 Vikings on Sunday. The winning team will earn a bye week and home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs. The losing team will be 14-3, but will open the playoffs on the road against a division winner with either a 10-7 or 9-8 record.
Jets To Interview Mike Vrabel
Rumored to have Mike Vrabel high on their list of prospective head coaches, the Jets have an important meeting set up for today. They will meet with the former Titans HC at their facility, The Athletic’s Zack Rosenblatt reports. Vrabel’s consulting contract with the Browns expired this week, giving him
Calais Campbell: I have to treat Sunday like it’s my last game
Word heading into Week 17 was that the Dolphins would release defensive lineman Calais Campbell if they were eliminated from playoff contention, but they beat the Browns and remain alive heading into their season finale against the Jets. Campbell will be on the roster to help push for the final
Myles Garrett: I’d rather mess up Ravens’ division title hopes than win sack title
The Browns don’t have any playoff hopes heading into Week 18, but that isn’t making defensive end Myles Garrett more focused on individual pursuits. Garrett is tied with Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson for the league lead with 14 sacks and finishing in first place would give him his first
Jets will interview Mike Vrabel today
Mike Vrabel is the latest candidate to get an interview for the Jets’ head coaching job. Vrabel will interview at the Jets’ facility today, according to Zack Rosenblatt of TheAthletic.com. A consultant for the Browns this season, Vrabel’s contract with Cleveland expired this week, freeing him up to begin the
Browns make next move toward moving to Brook Park
The Browns is the Browns — and the Browns is determined to move out of downtown. On Thursday, the team issued a statement explaining that it has “officially execut[ed] a clause” that will allow it to “tak[e] steps forward” in the purchase of a 176-acre site in Brook Park. “We
Cade Otton, Antoine Winfield Jr. back at Bucs practice
The Buccaneers have played without tight end Cade Otton and safety Antoine Winfield Jr. in recent weeks, but both players are moving in the right direction heading into Week 18. Otton, who has missed the last two games with a knee injury, and Winfield, who has missed three with his
Anthony Richardson didn’t practice again Thursday
Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson remained out of practice Thursday, putting his status for Sunday’s season even more in question. Richardson, who said Wednesday he was feeling “way better than last week,” with a back issue that has kept him from practicing since Dec. 20. He also was on the report
Leonard Williams: It’s disappointing not to make the Pro Bowl, I definitely deserved it
Seahawks defensive tackle Leonard Williams is in his 10th NFL season and has been recognized for years as one of the best at his position. But he’s only made the Pro Bowl once, in 2016. And he’s not happy about that. “It’s pretty disappointing, if I’m being honest,” Williams said