Cardinals place RB Trey Benson on injured reserve
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Cardinals place RB Trey Benson on injured reserve

January 1, 2025
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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

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NFL scout has sobering take on top QB prospects
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NFL scout has sobering take on top QB prospects

January 1, 2025
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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

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Myles Garrett, Denzel Ward, David Njoku would not have practiced Tuesday for Browns
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Myles Garrett, Denzel Ward, David Njoku would not have practiced Tuesday for Browns

January 1, 2025
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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

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Mike Vrabel reportedly wants one specific NFL head-coaching job
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Mike Vrabel reportedly wants one specific NFL head-coaching job

January 1, 2025
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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.

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49ers put Dre Greenlaw on injured reserve
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49ers put Dre Greenlaw on injured reserve

January 1, 2025
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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

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NFC Coaching Rumors: Cowboys, Vrabel, Johnson
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NFC Coaching Rumors: Cowboys, Vrabel, Johnson

January 1, 2025
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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,

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Lions-49ers was most-watched Monday night game of the season
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Lions-49ers was most-watched Monday night game of the season

January 1, 2025
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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

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One New Year’s resolution for every AFC team
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One New Year’s resolution for every AFC team

January 1, 2025
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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

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Travis Kelce finishes first in fan voting for Pro Bowl
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Travis Kelce finishes first in fan voting for Pro Bowl

January 1, 2025
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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

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No First-Round Quarterbacks?
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No First-Round Quarterbacks?

January 1, 2025
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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

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Texans sign OL Austin Deculus off Saints’ practice squad, place OT Zach Thomas on NFI
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Texans sign OL Austin Deculus off Saints’ practice squad, place OT Zach Thomas on NFI

January 1, 2025
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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

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Cowboys release former star with one game left
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Cowboys release former star with one game left

January 1, 2025
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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

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Saints sign OL Josh Ball off Cowboys’ practice squad, place LB Jaylan Ford on IR
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Saints sign OL Josh Ball off Cowboys’ practice squad, place LB Jaylan Ford on IR

January 1, 2025
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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

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Minor NFL Transactions: 12/31/24
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Minor NFL Transactions: 12/31/24

January 1, 2025
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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

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WWE NXT Results: Winners, Live Grades, Reaction and Highlights Before New Year’s Evil | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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WWE NXT Results: Winners, Live Grades, Reaction and Highlights Before New Year’s Evil | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors

January 1, 2025
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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

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49ers QB Brock Purdy will ‘most likely’ sit out Week 18
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49ers QB Brock Purdy will ‘most likely’ sit out Week 18

January 1, 2025
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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

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Ronnie Stanley, Patrick Mekari, Justice Hill don’t practice for Ravens
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Ronnie Stanley, Patrick Mekari, Justice Hill don’t practice for Ravens

December 31, 2024
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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

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Cowboys Release Ezekiel Elliott
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Cowboys Release Ezekiel Elliott

December 31, 2024
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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

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Joe Burrow: I think I’ll win MVP one day, but not this year
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Joe Burrow: I think I’ll win MVP one day, but not this year

December 31, 2024
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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,

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The ‘NFL all-time passing yards leaders’ quiz
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The ‘NFL all-time passing yards leaders’ quiz

December 31, 2024
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‘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

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Steelers’ Cole Holcomb, Roman Wilson, Logan Lee Return To Practice
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Steelers’ Cole Holcomb, Roman Wilson, Logan Lee Return To Practice

December 31, 2024
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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

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Bill Belichick: I couldn’t sell resting players to the rest of the team
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Bill Belichick: I couldn’t sell resting players to the rest of the team

December 31, 2024
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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

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Jets promote veteran kicker for Week 18
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Jets promote veteran kicker for Week 18

December 31, 2024
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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

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Kevin Stefanski on Mike Vrabel: I think a team will be lucky to have him
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Kevin Stefanski on Mike Vrabel: I think a team will be lucky to have him

December 31, 2024
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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.

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49ers Will Retain Kyle Shanahan, John Lynch For 2025
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49ers Will Retain Kyle Shanahan, John Lynch For 2025

December 31, 2024
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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

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Matt LaFleur defends “totally legal” low block on Pat Jones II
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Matt LaFleur defends “totally legal” low block on Pat Jones II

December 31, 2024
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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

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Mike McCarthy’s future with Cowboys still uncertain
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Mike McCarthy’s future with Cowboys still uncertain

December 31, 2024
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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

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Tyrel Dodson named AFC defensive player of the week
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Tyrel Dodson named AFC defensive player of the week

December 31, 2024
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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

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Patriots To Waive Yannick Ngakoue
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Patriots To Waive Yannick Ngakoue

December 31, 2024
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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

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Byron Leftwich seeking return to NFL sideline
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Byron Leftwich seeking return to NFL sideline

December 31, 2024
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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

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Jerry Jones: No “unusual time frame” to make coaching decisions
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Jerry Jones: No “unusual time frame” to make coaching decisions

December 31, 2024
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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

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Byron Leftwich Seeking NFL Return
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Byron Leftwich Seeking NFL Return

December 31, 2024
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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

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Patriots to waive Yannick Ngakoue on Tuesday
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Patriots to waive Yannick Ngakoue on Tuesday

December 31, 2024
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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

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D.J. Reed addresses Jets disappointment, pending free agency 
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D.J. Reed addresses Jets disappointment, pending free agency 

December 31, 2024
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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

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Mike McDaniel optimistic about Jaylen Waddle’s availability for Week 18
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Mike McDaniel optimistic about Jaylen Waddle’s availability for Week 18

December 31, 2024
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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

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Jets CB D.J. Reed Addresses Pending Free Agency
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Jets CB D.J. Reed Addresses Pending Free Agency

December 31, 2024
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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,

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PFT’s Week 18 2024 NFL power rankings
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PFT’s Week 18 2024 NFL power rankings

December 31, 2024
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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

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NFL MVP Race 2024-25: Latest Predictions After Updated Odds Entering Week 18 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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NFL MVP Race 2024-25: Latest Predictions After Updated Odds Entering Week 18 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors

December 31, 2024
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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

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Jets CB D.J. Reed: I’m ready for free agency, want to see what’s next
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Jets CB D.J. Reed: I’m ready for free agency, want to see what’s next

December 31, 2024
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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

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NFL Playoff Picture 2024-25: Bracket Clinching and Elimination Scenarios for Week 18 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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NFL Playoff Picture 2024-25: Bracket Clinching and Elimination Scenarios for Week 18 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors

December 31, 2024
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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

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Dan Campbell calls Week 18 matchup with Vikings “fairytale stuff”
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Dan Campbell calls Week 18 matchup with Vikings “fairytale stuff”

December 31, 2024
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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

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Lions have five games this season with 40 points and 0 turnovers, a first in NFL history
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Lions have five games this season with 40 points and 0 turnovers, a first in NFL history

December 31, 2024
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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

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Brock Purdy’s touchdown throw on opening drive gives 49ers early lead
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Brock Purdy’s touchdown throw on opening drive gives 49ers early lead

December 31, 2024
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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

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Dan Campbell: You cross your fingers nobody gets hurt, we were fortunate
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Dan Campbell: You cross your fingers nobody gets hurt, we were fortunate

December 31, 2024
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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.

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Brock Purdy’s second TD pass gives 49ers 14-6 lead
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Brock Purdy’s second TD pass gives 49ers 14-6 lead

December 31, 2024
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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

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Jameson Williams scores his second TD on a hook-and-ladder
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Jameson Williams scores his second TD on a hook-and-ladder

December 31, 2024
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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

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Monday Night Football: 49ers run over Lions defense, lead 21-13 at halftime
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Monday Night Football: 49ers run over Lions defense, lead 21-13 at halftime

December 31, 2024
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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

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Lions tie 49ers 21-21 on opening drive of second half
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Lions tie 49ers 21-21 on opening drive of second half

December 31, 2024
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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

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Mike Vrabel Rumored As Potential Raiders Frontrunner; Saints On Radar
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Mike Vrabel Rumored As Potential Raiders Frontrunner; Saints On Radar

December 31, 2024
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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

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49ers regain lead on Brock Purdy’s third touchdown pass
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49ers regain lead on Brock Purdy’s third touchdown pass

December 31, 2024
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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

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