Dan Campbell favored over Mike Tomlin, Kevin O’Connell for Coach of the Year
Lions coach Dan Campbell is the betting favorite to win the NFL’s Coach of the Year award. Campbell, who took over a Lions team that was perhaps the NFL’s worst franchise and has them at 11-1, has +120 odds for Coach of the Year at DraftKings. The two coaches with
Jets confirm Aaron Rodgers decision for Dolphins game
Shortly after the New York Jets fell to 3-9 via a 26-21 home loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday afternoon, multiple reporters mentioned that quarterback Aaron Rodgers may not make another start for the Jets before the two sides part ways this coming offseason. However, Jets interim coach Jeff Ulbrich confirmed
Baker Mayfield: Getting cleated “scared the daylights out of me”
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield had a rough time of it on multiple fronts Sunday. Mayfield threw a pair of interceptions, got sacked four times and fumbled twice over the course of the Bucs’ game against the Panthers. He also got stepped on in the third quarter and initially worried that
Falcons Not Benching Kirk Cousins
Kirk Cousins endured one of the worst games of his career on Sunday, throwing four interceptions in a Falcons loss. Atlanta will continue with the veteran under center, however. “That guy has carried us this season,” head coach Raheem Morris said of Cousins, via The Athletic’s Josh Kendall (subscription required). “He has done such a
Lamar Jackson: My mom cussed me out for missing opportunities to run against the Eagles
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson didn’t have his first rushing attempt until the final minute of the first half in Sunday’s loss to the Eagles, and he never really used his legs as a weapon until a 39-yard run in garbage time. Jackson’s mom told him after the game that he
Insider expands on Jets’ Aaron Rodgers plans for 2025
It was reported after New York Jets owner Woody Johnson fired general manager Joe Douglas that the Jets were ready to move on from quarterback Aaron Rodgers this offseason in part because Johnson felt that Rodgers “is not good anymore.” Following New York’s 26-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks that dropped Gang Green to
NFL Playoff Picture 2024: Week 14 Standings, Super Bowl Odds, Wild Card Bracket Hunt | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images 10. Los Angeles Rams (6-6) 16. New York Giants (2-10) The wild-card hunt is not too thrilling in the NFC either. The Washington Commanders own a 1.5-game advantage on a trio of 6-6 going into their Week 14 bye. Week 14 is the time
Jaguars, LT Walker Little Agree To Extension
The Jaguars have agreed to a three-year, $45MM extension with left tackle Walker Little, as ESPN’s Adam Schefter was first to report. The deal, which features $26MM in guaranteed money, will keep Little under club control through 2027. Little, 25, was selected by Jacksonville in the second round of the
Aaron Jones “thankful” Vikings believed in him on a rocky Sunday
Running back Aaron Jones has had issues holding onto the ball in the last few games, but the Vikings did not stop looking his way as they tried to beat the Cardinals on Sunday. Jones fumbled twice early in the game and dropped a potential touchdown pass later in the
Week 13 knee-jerk reactions: Barkley, Wilson strengthen award cases
Even though the playoff picture didn’t change, the Week 13 slate was still thrilling, as we saw several unbelievable finishes and spectacular performances from some of the NFL’s top stars. To recap Sunday’s action, the Philadelphia Eagles rallied from a nine-point deficit to win their marquee road showdown against
Trevor Lawrence says he’s “home and feeling better” after taking vicious hit
Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence gave everyone a scare after taking a cheap shot from Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair on Sunday. Lawrence showed the fencing response immediately after the hit, clinching his fists as a sign of a traumatic brain injury. He left on a cart and the team quickly ruled
Vikings QB Sam Darnold Expected To Have Competitive Market, Unlikely To Return To Minnesota
Sam Darnold signed a one-year, $10MM contract with the Vikings this offseason with the understanding that he would operate as a bridge to a rookie quarterback should Minnesota select one early in the draft. After the Vikes drafted J.J. McCarthy with the No. 10 overall pick, it was believed that
2025 NFL Draft Order: Updated first round picks, projections by team in Week 13
The 2025 NFL draft doesn’t begin until April 24 in Green Bay, but we can begin looking at the likely draft order now. Here’s the draft order based on all 32 teams’ current records, with projected strength of schedule of all 17 opponents as the tiebreaker: 1. Jaguars (2-10) 2.
Mike Tomlin extends impressive streak with win over Bengals
The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a huge 44-38 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, improving their record to 9-3 this season. It was an important win because it not only helped them bounce back from a tough Thursday night loss in Cleveland but also allowed them to maintain their hold
Kyle Shanahan: 49ers put ourselves in a hole, have to do something special to get out
The 49ers were among the preseason favorites to win the Super Bowl, but now they look like long shots to make the playoffs. Coach Kyle Shanahan says they’re going to need to do something remarkable just to give themselves a chance. After the 49ers fell to 5-7 with a loss
Bears To Prioritize Leadership Ability In Next HC; GM Ryan Poles Expected To Be Retained
The Bears will be in the market for a new head coach this offseason, and per Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports, the club believes its vacancy is the most attractive one that will be available. With a promising rookie-contract quarterback in Caleb Williams and a bevy of other offensive talent,
Sunday Night Football: Bills clinch AFC East with snowy 35-10 victory over 49ers
The 49ers have been struggling for much of the season, but they had no shot in the snow on Sunday night in Western New York. Buffalo trounced San Francisco 35-10, taking advantage of the wintery conditions to power their way through the squad from California and clinch the AFC East.
Watch: Bills’ Josh Allen scores improbable TD on crazy lateral
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has been one of the leading MVP candidates this season, and he added another ridiculous play to his resume on Sunday night against the San Francisco 49ers. Allen and wide receiver Amari Cooper combined for one of the wilder touchdowns of the season, with Allen
PFT’s Week 13 2024 NFL results and recap
The 13th Sunday of the regular season was lucky for half of the teams. And unlucky for the other half. Here’s a quick recap of each of the eleven games that unfolded on the first day of December. The biggest winners arguably were the Bucs. As the only NFC South
49ers RB Christian McCaffrey’s Season In Jeopardy
This has been a forgettable season for Christian McCaffrey. The reigning NFL Offensive Player of the Year missed nearly half the season due to a lingering Achilles injury; weeks after debuting, the star running back joined a few of the 49ers’ other standouts in being out of the mix. McCaffrey
Christian McCaffrey potentially out for season with PCL injury
Christian McCaffrey may be done for the rest of 2024. Following Sunday’s 35-10 loss to the Bills, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters in his postgame press conference that McCaffrey suffered a PCL injury that could be season-ending. McCaffrey went down in the second quarter, potentially suffering his knee
Watch: Brawl occurs after Texans LB’s hit knocks out Lawrence
A melee ensued after Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair blasted Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence late in the second quarter of Sunday’s matchup. Lawrence scrambled and slid on a 2nd-and-7 at Jacksonville’s 49-yard line before Al-Shaair flew in and hit him. Subsequently, Jaguars tight end Evan Engram shoved Al-Shaair, resulting
Report: Saints fear TE Taysom Hill has season-ending knee injury
The Saints fear tight end Taysom Hill has a season-ending knee injury, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports. Hill will undergo an MRI to confirm the initial diagnosis. He was injured on a 2-yard run on fourth-and-1 with 4:49 left. Linebacker Jared Verse was tackling Hill when Cobie Durant went
Henry, Barkley, Smith, Reddick, Hubbard
Ravens running back Derrick Henry has been enjoying a phenomenal first season in Baltimore. The team signed him to a two-year, $16MM deal that saw him receive $9MM in cash in the first year. Henry’s deal also came with five $500K incentives. His incentives are maxed out at $2MM, so
Darren Rizzi: Taysom Hill will have tests on knee, hope it’s not too bad
Saints tight end Taysom Hill had to leave Sunday’s loss to the Rams on a cart and it will be a little time before there’s an update on his outlook. Interim head coach Darren Rizzi told reporters at his postgame press conference that Hill will have tests on his injured
Ravens have a Justin Tucker problem
Over the past 10 years, there has been almost nobody in the NFL who has been better at their job than Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker. He has been automatic. He has been clutch. He has made kicks that almost no other kicker in the NFL would even be allowed
Big Ten will fine Michigan, Ohio State $100,000 each for Saturday’s post-game melee
Saturday afternoon wasn’t all right for fighting. According to Ross Dellenger of Yahoo Sports, the Big Ten is expected to fine Michigan and Ohio State $100,000 each for the melee that unfolded after Saturday’s game in Columbus. The schools are expect to accept the punishment for violating the sportsmanship policy.
NFC Injury Updates: Warner, Wright, Paschal
49ers linebacker Fred Warner is having an outstanding season, grading out as the best linebacker in the NFL, per Pro Football Focus (subscription required). The veteran’s impressive display is happening despite an apparent injury. According to Nick Wagoner of ESPN, Warner recently reported that he’s been dealing with a fractured
Jalen Hurts, Dallas Goedert get the Eagles on the board
The Eagles punted the first four times they had the ball on Sunday afternoon, but the last of them turned out to be the springboard they needed for their first points of the game. Braden Mann’s punt was downed at the Ravens’ 1-yard-line and the Eagles got it back on
Bengals are wasting Joe Burrow
Conventional wisdom in the NFL is that if you have a franchise quarterback playing at an MVP level, you are probably going to have a real chance to win the Super Bowl. The Cincinnati Bengals are throwing that conventional wisdom in the trash can this season. With their 44-38 loss
Vikings come back late, beat Cardinals 23-22
For three quarters, the Cardinals outplayed the Vikings today in Minnesota. But the end of the game belonged to the home team. The Vikings scored a touchdown late in the third quarter, added a field goal in the fourth quarter, and then Aaron Jones caught a touchdown pass from Sam
Bengals Demote G Cordell Volson
Cordell Volson had served as a full-time starter up to this point in his Bengals career. The third-year left guard is no longer a first-team option along the interior, however. Cincinnati has replaced Volson with Cody Ford at the left guard spot beginning with today’s contest against Pittsburgh. Volson was healthy for each
Bowl Projections 2024-25: Playoff Bracket Predictions, Scenarios Post-week 15 AP Poll | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
The Hurricanes are No. 14 in the AP Top 25 and will likely find themselves in a similar position in Tuesday’s CFB Playoff rankings release. Miami’s only chance for upward movement is if the Arizona State Sun Devils lose the Big 12 Championship Game and fall from No. 12. Even
Lions sign three-time Pro Bowl safety
Adams, 29, was cut by the Titans in October, a move that the player himself requested. He had just signed with Tennessee in July, but he appeared in a total of 20 snaps with the team before landing on the reserve/non-football injury list with a hip ailment. His placement on
Jets up 21-13 after a wild few minutes in the Meadowlands
The Seahawks special teams units did not travel well this weekend, but their defense came up with a big play. Jets returner Kene Nwangwu took a kickoff return 99 yards for a touchdown after the Seahawks got on the board with a touchdown catch by A.J. Barner and Seahawks kickoff
Lions Sign S Jamal Adams
Shortly after signing linebacker Kwon Alexander, the Lions are adding another former Pro Bowler in the hopes of strengthening their injury-ravaged defense. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Detroit is signing safety Jamal Adams to the practice squad with the intention of elevating him to the active roster in short order. Adams,
Brian Robinson’s 40-yard run gives Commanders 7-0 lead
The Titans held the Texans to 40 rushing yards last week. The Commanders ran for a 40-yard touchdown on their first rush. Brian Robinson’s run off right tackle to the end zone has Washington with a 7-0 lead 11:58 remaining in the first quarter. The Commanders’ 59-yard drive took only
Bears are reportedly eyeing HC candidate with connection to Williams
After firing head coach Matt Eberflus on Friday, a familiar face could certainly help the Chicago Bears maximize rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. On a Sunday episode of “NFL GameDay,” NFL Media insider Ian Rapoport reported Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury should be an “interesting name to watch” in Chicago’s
Report: Kliff Kingsbury is a candidate to coach the Bears
Some would say he’s an expert in failing upward. Others would say it’s fitting, given that he’s a candidate to coach a team that traditionally fails. Via Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingbury is a candidate to become the next coach of the Chicago Bears. Kingsbury
49ers’ Brock Purdy To Return In Week 13; Trent Williams Still Out
DECEMBER 1: Purdy will suit up for the 49ers’ Week 13 game against the Bills today, as Cam Inman of the Bay Area News Group reports. Per Inman and Schefter, Purdy was a full participant in practice over the last two days and did not experience any setbacks. As ESPN’s
Seahawks-Bears will remain on Thursday night in Week 17
The first scheduling domino for Week 17 has fallen. By not falling at all. Per the NFL, Seahawks-Bears will stay put as the Thursday night game on December 26. It’s a challenging weekend for the league, with eight standalone windows: two on Wednesday, one on Thursday night, three on Saturday,
Jaguars agree to three-year extension with former second-round pick
Little, 25, was selected by Jacksonville in the second round of the 2021 draft and saw just six regular season starts over his first two professional seasons. However, three of those games — along with two more postseason appearances as a starter — came at the end of the Jaguars’
Walter Anderson addresses key play in Raiders-Chiefs, partially
Raiders coach Antonio Pierce primarily has himself to blame for mismanagement of the final seconds of Friday’s game against the Chiefs. That doesn’t exonerate the NFL, however, for potential mismanagement of the officiating of the play that led to the game-sealing fumble. Pierce said Saturday that the Las Vegas sideline
Steelers OC Arthur Smith Receives Interest For UNC HC Job
North Carolina recently fired head coach Mack Brown, and the school’s process of finding his replacement is underway. Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith received a call about the vacant position. “Reality is [UNC] reached out on [a] preliminary call,” Smith said (via ESPN’s Brooke Pryor). “I appreciate it, love that place. But that’s not
Sean McVay on Bears interim head coach Thomas Brown: He demands respect, guys will follow his lead
The Bears installed Thomas Brown as their interim head coach after firing Matt Eberflus on Friday and one of Brown’s former bosses thinks he’s well suited for his new role. Brown spent three years as a running backs coach, tight ends coach, and assistant head coach on Sean McVay’s staff
Two veteran NFL running backs land on injured reserve
It is not a particularly good week to be an NFL running back. The Los Angeles Chargers announced Saturday that leading rusher JK Dobbins has been placed on injured reserve. Dobbins suffered an MCL sprain in his left knee during last Monday’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens (full details here).
Chiefs optimistic that Hollywood Brown will return for the end of the regular season
Chiefs wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown should be on the field before the playoffs. Brown and the Chiefs are optimistic that he’ll be given clearance to return from shoulder surgery in time to play in Week 16 or Week 17, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The Chiefs signed
Andrew Luck Returns To Stanford As GM
Former Colts quarterback Andrew Luck is returning to his alma mater to become the general manager of Stanford’s football program, per ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Luck’s new role at his old school “will place him above the entire program and is a distinct evolution from the traditional college GM,” according to Thamel.
Bills vs 49ers weather update: Snow covers the stadium, plows clearing the field overnight
Snow has blanketed Orchard Park, New York, where the Buffalo Bills will play the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football. And more is on the way. The Bills shared images on social media of the stadium and playing field covered in snow, with plows and shovelers working overtime to
Bills defense getting boost with return of former All-Pro
The Buffalo Bills’ defense will receive a significant boost for Sunday night’s game against the San Francisco 49ers and the stretch run of the 2024 season. The team activated linebacker Matt Milano on Saturday. The former All-Pro is expected to appear in his first game since Oct. 8, 2023, when
















































