Falcons have “neglected” play action, plan more of it coming out of their bye week
The Falcons did some self-scouting during their Week 12 bye and they found something they’d like to change about their offense in the final six games of the season. No team has used play action less than the Falcons to this point of the year and they are the only
Dolphins’ Shaquil Barrett Applies For Reinstatement
Shaquil Barrett announced his retirement in July, a decision which seemed to bring his career to an end. The veteran pass rusher is now interested in a comeback, however. Barrett has applied for reinstatement, per his agents (via NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport). He remains under contract to the Dolphins, who placed
Shaq Barrett wants to play again
Veteran edge rusher Shaq Barrett wants to come out of retirement. Barrett’s agents Drew Rosenhaus and Robert Bailey said that their client has requested reinstatement from the reserve/retired list. Barrett was a member of the Dolphins when he announced his retirement in July, so Miami retains his contractual rights. That
Former players share bleak outlook on future of Jets’ Rodgers
While it certainly seems like the New York Jets and quarterback Aaron Rodgers will part ways during the upcoming offseason (if not sooner), multiple reports have indicated he wants to play at least one more season even though he turns 41 years old in early December. For a piece published Tuesday, multiple former players suggested
Where Saquon Barkley’s Free-Agent Signing Ranks in NFL’s Best Moves of Last 5 Years | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Philadelphia Eagles were reeling from the sting of their 2023 collapse when they lured Saquon Barkley away from the New York Giants. The running back has proved to be the piece this offense was missing last year and could eventually be the catalyst
Updated 2025 NFL Draft Order
The Week 12 slate of games is in the books. For many teams, attention is increasingly turning toward the offseason with a playoff berth no longer in reach. Plenty of time remains for the draft order to change over the coming months, and it will be interesting to see which
Jim Harbaugh: Ravens played better than Chargers, but we’ll regroup
Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh’s team lost on Monday night to the Ravens, but he said after the game that he’s confident his team will show what it’s made of over the remainder of the season. “We’ll regroup. They played better football than we did tonight, but more importantly, we
Dolphins vet shares how Tagovailoa rebounded from concussion
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa largely looked like his old self coming off his latest concussion as he guided the Miami Dolphins to three straight victories that improved them to 5-6 on the season. Following Miami’s impressive 34-15 home win over the New England Patriots on Sunday afternoon, veteran Dolphins defensive tackle Calais Campbell spoke with Albert
NFL Playoff Bracket Scenarios 2024-25 Week 13: Standings After Ravens Beat Chargers | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images 2. Philadelphia Eagles (9-2) 3. Seattle Seahawks (6-5) 5. Minnesota Vikings (9-2) 6. Green Bay Packers (8-3) 7. Washington Commanders (7-5) 8. Arizona Cardinals (6-5) 9. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-6) 10 Los Angeles Rams (5-6) 11. San Francisco 49ers (5-6) 12. New Orleans Saints
Raiders Designate QB Aidan O’Connell For Return
Gardner Minshew failed to finish a Raiders-Broncos game for the second time, with the oft-benched quarterback going down with a broken collarbone yesterday. Antonio Pierce confirmed reports of the break Monday and said Aidan O’Connell is in play to return this week. The Raiders have since designated O’Connell for return
Bears reach tentative tax deal for Arlington Heights stadium site
As the Bears keep trying to finagle a new stadium in Chicago, one of their suburban options has gotten a long-awaited boost. Via Mitchell Armentrout of the Chicago Sun-Times, the Bears have reached a tentative deal with Arlington Heights and local school district leaders over the tax bill for the
‘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















































