Cardinals place RB Trey Benson on injured reserve
The Cardinals aren’t certain about running back James Conner’s availability for Sunday. He exited the Week 17 game after aggravating his knee injury. The Cardinals know they won’t have backup running back Trey Benson. The third-round rookie landed on injured reserve Tuesday with his ankle injury, ending his season. Benson
NFL scout has sobering take on top QB prospects
As the NFL regular season comes to a close and college prospects are making their final amateur appearances, focus for many NFL teams is shifting to the 2025 NFL Draft. While many sources seem to have narrowed the field of potential first-round quarterbacks to two players, there are reportedly some
Myles Garrett, Denzel Ward, David Njoku would not have practiced Tuesday for Browns
The Browns have a lengthy injury report to start the final week of the season. While the team did not hold a full practice and issued an estimate, defensive end Myles Garrett (thigh), cornerback Denzel Ward (shoulder), and tight end David Njoku (knee) are among those listed as non-participants. Running
Mike Vrabel reportedly wants one specific NFL head-coaching job
Mike Vrabel is viewed as one of the hottest candidates on the NFL head coach market, but the job he reportedly wants may not be available this offseason. Tony Pauline of Sportskeeda reported on Tuesday that people close to Vrabel say the 49-year-old wants to coach the New England Patriots.
49ers put Dre Greenlaw on injured reserve
The 49ers officially ended linebacker Dre Greenlaw’s season on Tuesday. Greenlaw went on injured reserve with the calf injury he suffered in Week 16. Greenlaw did not play on Monday night and head coach Kyle Shanahan said that he would not be playing again this season. Greenlaw missed most of
NFC Coaching Rumors: Cowboys, Vrabel, Johnson
After failing to make it past the Divisional Round of the playoffs for the fourth straight year as Cowboys head coach, Mike McCarthy entered the 2024 NFL season on a bit of a hot seat. Often that type of pressure comes externally from a disgruntled fan base or media criticism,
Lions-49ers was most-watched Monday night game of the season
The 49ers were already out of playoff contention, and the Lions had little to play for, but that didn’t stop fans from tuning in on Monday night. Lions-49ers was the most-watched Monday Night Football game of this season, ESPN announced. The game, which aired on both ABC and ESPN, drew
One New Year’s resolution for every AFC team
Every team must set goals, some loftier than others. So, in the spirit of the season, Yardbarker NFL writers offer a New Year’s resolution for every AFC team. AFC East BUFFALO BILLS (13-3) | Hang a Super Bowl banner at Highmark Stadium | Highmark Stadium has been home to the
Travis Kelce finishes first in fan voting for Pro Bowl
At least the Swifties made a difference in one election this year. Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce closed out the Pro Bowl voting with the most fan votes of any player, with 252,200. Coming in second was Lions running back Jahymr Gibbs, at 250,082. In third place was Commanders quarterback
No First-Round Quarterbacks?
As the NFL regular season comes to a close and college prospects are making their final amateur appearances, focus for many NFL teams is shifting to the 2025 NFL Draft. While many sources seem to have narrowed the field of potential first-round quarterbacks to two players, there are reportedly some
Texans sign OL Austin Deculus off Saints’ practice squad, place OT Zach Thomas on NFI
The Texans signed offensive lineman Austin Deculus off the Saints’ practice squad, the team announced Tuesday. Deculus arrived to the NFL as a sixth-round draft pick of the Texans out of LSU in 2022. He bounced between the practice squad and the active roster in 2022 and 2023. The Jets
Cowboys release former star with one game left
The Dallas Cowboys on Tuesday granted veteran running back Ezekiel Elliott’s request to be released so he can hook on with a team bound for the postseason. The collective reaction of those teams should be yawwnnnnn. “Out of respect and appreciation for Zeke and wanting to provide him with an opportunity
Saints sign OL Josh Ball off Cowboys’ practice squad, place LB Jaylan Ford on IR
The Saints signed offensive tackle Josh Ball from the Cowboys’ practice squad, the team announced Tuesday. They placed rookie linebacker Jaylan Ford on injured reserve in a corresponding move. Ball, 26, entered the NFL as a fourth-round pick of the Cowboys in 2021. He missed his entire 2021 rookie season
Minor NFL Transactions: 12/31/24
December 31st, 2024 at 6:59pm CST by Ely Allen The last minor NFL transactions of the 2024 calendar year: Arizona Cardinals Cleveland Browns Detroit Lions Houston Texans New Orleans Saints New York Jets San Francisco 49ers Follow @PFRumors This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors
WWE NXT Results: Winners, Live Grades, Reaction and Highlights Before New Year’s Evil | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
NXT ended the year for WWE on December 31 with the NXT Year End Awards, celebrating the last year of great action and moments. Alongside big categories to be awarded like Male and Female Superstar of the Year and Moment of the Year, the women of NXT stepped up to
49ers QB Brock Purdy will ‘most likely’ sit out Week 18
Head coach Kyle Shanahan said that Purdy “most likely” will sit out the 49ers’ regular season finale next week, though he is not dealing with any “long-term issues.” Specifically, the ulnar collateral ligament he tore in the NFC Championship Game in January 2023 is not affected. San Francisco was eliminated
Ronnie Stanley, Patrick Mekari, Justice Hill don’t practice for Ravens
The Ravens were missing three offensive players due to illness at Tuesday’s practice. Left tackle Ronnie Stanley, left guard Patrick Mekari and running back Justice Hill also missed Monday’s return to practice after the team’s post-Christmas break. Hill missed the Christmas win with a concussion, but head coach John Harbaugh
Cowboys Release Ezekiel Elliott
December 31st, 2024 at 3:41pm CST by Nikhil Mehta The Cowboys are waiving running back Ezekiel Elliott, per veteran NFL insider Josina Anderson. Elliott requested his release so he could explore an opportunity with a playoff-bound team. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones released a statement (via Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer) praising Elliott
Joe Burrow: I think I’ll win MVP one day, but not this year
After the Bengals beat the Broncos last Saturday, Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said he thinks quarterback Joe Burrow should be the MVP of the league this year because he is the best player in the world. Burrow didn’t weigh in on his global status during a Tuesday press conference,
The ‘NFL all-time passing yards leaders’ quiz
‘Monday Night Football,’ between the Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers may not have had an impact of the NFC playoff picture, but try telling that to Lions head coach Dan Campbell and quarterback Jared Goff. Goff continued perhaps his most impressive season of his career, carving up the 49ers
Steelers’ Cole Holcomb, Roman Wilson, Logan Lee Return To Practice
The Steelers could have reinforcements on both sides of the ball as early as Week 18. The team announced on Tuesday that linebacker Cole Holcomb, along with receiver Roman Wilson and defensive lineman Logan Lee have returned to practice. In the case of all three players, they now have up to 21 days to practice before
Bill Belichick: I couldn’t sell resting players to the rest of the team
Some playoff teams rest starters in meaningless late-season games. Some don’t. Former Patriots coach Bill Belichick shared his views on the dilemma during the latest episode of the Lets’ Go! podcast. “I mean, you can only have seven inactive guys,” Belichick said. “Who are they? And it’s tough to go
Jets promote veteran kicker for Week 18
Greg Joseph signed with the Jets last week, giving the team another kicking option for late in the year. The veteran will indeed receive a look for the season finale. Joseph was promoted to New York’s active roster on Tuesday, per an announcement from his agent. He will handle kicking
Kevin Stefanski on Mike Vrabel: I think a team will be lucky to have him
After spending the season with the Browns, Mike Vrabel is now available to interview with any team about its head coaching vacancy. Head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed Vrabel’s time with Cleveland has come to an end during his Tuesday video conference. “Coach ‘Vrabes’ is one of my favorites,” Stefanski said.
49ers Will Retain Kyle Shanahan, John Lynch For 2025
Little (if anything) has gone according to plan for the 49ers this season. Monday night’s loss leaves the team with a 6-10 record, but major changes on the sidelines or in the front office will not be coming. [RELATED: 49ers Unlikely To Replace DC Nick Sorensen?] Owner Jed York said prior to
Matt LaFleur defends “totally legal” low block on Pat Jones II
A low block on Sunday from Packers tight end Tucker Kraft sent Vikings linebacker Pat Jones II out of the game with a knee injury. On Monday, Packers coach Matt LaFleur defended the maneuver. Via Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com, LaFleur called it a “totally legal play.” “It’s part of the
Mike McCarthy’s future with Cowboys still uncertain
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones seemingly gave head coach Mike McCarthy a vote of confidence on Tuesday, but that doesn’t mean he will secure a contract extension. “What I’m not going to do this morning is get into any indication that I’m not interested in having Mike back,” Jones told
Tyrel Dodson named AFC defensive player of the week
The Dolphins stayed alive in the playoff hunt by beating the Browns last Sunday and linebacker Tyrel Dodson helped make it happen. Dodson led the team with 15 tackles and he had one hit on Browns quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson. Dodson also picked off a pass by Thompson-Robinson during the 20-3
Patriots To Waive Yannick Ngakoue
Yannick Ngakoue is set to be on the move once again in 2024. The veteran edge rusher is headed to waivers today, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. Ngakoue was unsigned through the start of the season, but he landed a deal with the Ravens in September. That practice squad agreement allowed him
Byron Leftwich seeking return to NFL sideline
As the 2025 hiring cycle approaches, candidates for the three current head coaching vacancies (and others which will likely soon open) are emerging. Byron Leftwich hopes to be among the names to receive consideration for a position on an NFL staff this year. The former quarterback transitioned to the sidelines
Jerry Jones: No “unusual time frame” to make coaching decisions
The last time the Cowboys made a coaching change, team owner Jerry Jones took his time before announcing that Jason Garrett would not be signing a new contract with the team. Mike McCarthy is the head coach on an expiring contract this time and recent reports have indicated that other
Byron Leftwich Seeking NFL Return
As the 2025 hiring cycle approaches, candidates for the three current head coaching vacancies (and others which will likely soon open) are emerging. Byron Leftwich hopes to be among the names to receive consideration for a position on an NFL staff this year. The former quarterback transitioned to the sidelines under Bruce
Patriots to waive Yannick Ngakoue on Tuesday
The Patriots are moving on from a veteran edge rusher. Per Adam Schefter of ESPN, New England is waiving Yannick Ngakoue on Tuesday. Ngakoue, 29, joined the Patriots when he was claimed off waivers in November. He had been with the Ravens earlier this year, appearing in five games. In
D.J. Reed addresses Jets disappointment, pending free agency
In June, D.J. Reed indicated he would be open to remaining with the Jets beyond the 2024 season. The pending free-agent cornerback later confirmed that he would not engage in contract talks with an eye on hitting the open market in the spring. That remains the case at this point, and
Mike McDaniel optimistic about Jaylen Waddle’s availability for Week 18
Dolphins receiver Jaylen Waddle has been sidelined since suffering a knee injury against Houston in Week 15. But he may be able to aid the Dolphins’ slim postseason chances this week. Head coach Mike McDaniel told reporters on Monday that he’s feeling positive about Waddle’s potential availability for the Week
Jets CB D.J. Reed Addresses Pending Free Agency
In June, D.J. Reed indicated he would be open to remaining with the Jets beyond the 2024 season. The pending free agent cornerback later confirmed, though, that he would not engage in contract talks with an eye on hitting the open market in the spring. That remains the case at this point,
PFT’s Week 18 2024 NFL power rankings
1. Chiefs (last week No. 1; 15-1): They picked the right time to play their best game of the year. 2. Bills (No. 2; 13-3): Are they ready to beat the Chiefs when it counts most? 3. Vikings (No. 3; 14-2): This is the best and most balanced team the
NFL MVP Race 2024-25: Latest Predictions After Updated Odds Entering Week 18 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Dylan Buell/Getty Images Award voters love a good narrative, and there’s a non-zero chance Joe Burrow has quite the story to tell after this season. He has already brought the Cincinnati Bengals back from the brink of elimination, winning four consecutive contests and piling up 12 touchdown passes against three
Jets CB D.J. Reed: I’m ready for free agency, want to see what’s next
Another losing Jets season will come to an end with their Week 18 game against the Dolphins and one defensive starter has already turned his attention to March. Cornerback D.J. Reed is in the final year of the three-year contract he signed with the Jets as a free agent and
NFL Playoff Picture 2024-25: Bracket Clinching and Elimination Scenarios for Week 18 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Ezra Shaw/Getty Images 1. Detroit Lions (14-2; clinched playoff berth) 2. Philadelphia Eagles (13-3; clinched NFC East) 3. Los Angeles Rams (10-6; clinched NFC West) 4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-7) 5. Minnesota Vikings (14-2; clinched playoff berth) 6. Washington Commanders (11-5; clinched playoff berth) 7. Green Bay Packers (11-5; clinched
Dan Campbell calls Week 18 matchup with Vikings “fairytale stuff”
The Lions knew heading into Monday night’s game against the 49ers that they had a bigger matchup waiting for them in Week 18 and head coach Dan Campbell was able to turn his attention to it after his team’s 40-34 win in Santa Clara. Week 18 and the 2024 regular
Lions have five games this season with 40 points and 0 turnovers, a first in NFL history
As the Lions’ injury-ravaged defense is just trying to find enough healthy bodies to put on the field, their offense is accomplishing unprecedented feats. In the Lions’ 40-34 win over the 49ers on Monday night, they had no turnovers. That made it the fifth time this season that they’ve scored
Brock Purdy’s touchdown throw on opening drive gives 49ers early lead
The 49ers opened Monday Night Football with a 37-yard kickoff return from Deebo Samuel. They were in the end zone 11 plays and 61 yards later. Brock Purdy threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Ricky Pearsall for a 7-0 lead. Officials initially ruled Pearsall down at the 1, but replay
Dan Campbell: You cross your fingers nobody gets hurt, we were fortunate
Lions head coach Dan Campbell knew heading into Monday night’s game against the 49ers that it was effectively meaningless to his team’s ultimate goal of winning the Super Bowl: Win or lose in San Francisco, the No. 1 seed in the NFC will come down to Sunday night against Minnesota.
Brock Purdy’s second TD pass gives 49ers 14-6 lead
The 49ers’ makeshift offensive line hasn’t had any problem against the Lions’ makeshift defense. Brock Purdy is 7-for-7, and San Francisco is 2-for-2. The 49ers have scored touchdowns on their first two drives, with Brock Purdy throwing a 3-yarder to Ricky Pearsall and a 9-yarder to Kyle Juszczyk. San Francisco
Jameson Williams scores his second TD on a hook-and-ladder
Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson already has pulled out a trick play Monday night. He called for the hook-and-ladder on third-and-12. Jared Goff threw a 1-yard pass to Amon-Ra St. Brown, who lateraled it to Jameson Williams. Williams ran 41 yards down the sideline for a touchdown. Williams was credited
Monday Night Football: 49ers run over Lions defense, lead 21-13 at halftime
The 49ers have scored more than 20 points in only one of their previous seven games. They scored 21 in the first half Monday night. San Francisco scored on three of four first-half possessions, with Jake Moody missing a 51-yard field goal try wide right with two seconds left in
Lions tie 49ers 21-21 on opening drive of second half
The 49ers had three touchdowns in the first half. The Lions had two and were stopped at the San Francisco 8 on another drive. The Lions opened the second half with a 10-play, 66-yard drive to tie it up. Jared Goff threw a 6-yard touchdown pass to tight end Sam
Mike Vrabel Rumored As Potential Raiders Frontrunner; Saints On Radar
With the 2025 coaching carousel not viewed as especially deep, the chances of Mike Vrabel slipping through the cracks for a second straight year appear slim. Vrabel joins Lions HC Ben Johnson as the top candidates in this year’s pool, and multiple teams are being tied to the former Titans
49ers regain lead on Brock Purdy’s third touchdown pass
Brock Purdy was credited with his third touchdown pass of the night, giving the 49ers a 28-21 lead over the Lions. Purdy flipped the ball to Deebo Samuel, who ran the 5 yards to the end zone for the touchdown with 7:40 left in the third quarter. The 49ers have
















































