NFL underdog report: Division rivals rise up in Week 14
The Eagles and Steelers both scored upset victories in Week 13. These teams hope to do the same against division rivals in Week 14. (odds via ESPN Bet) Green Bay Packers at Detroit Lions (-3.5) Detroit has won 10 straight games including a 24-14 victory over the Packers in Week
Austin Ekeler is still dealing with concussion symptoms
Commanders running back Austin Ekeler has had two concussions this year. He’s still feeling the effects of the most recent one he suffered. Via Ben Standig of TheAthletic.com, Ekeler said during his weekly appearance on 106.7 The Fan that he’s experiencing concussion symptoms after suffering a brain injury during the
Broncos Waive WR Josh Reynolds From IR
Rather than use one of their injury activations on Josh Reynolds, the Broncos are moving on. The team had a few options with the recovery wideout, and 9News’ Mike Klis notes he will be cut. Denver, which has three injury activations remaining, had signed Reynolds to a two-year, $9MM deal
Black Friday game sees 41-percent increase over 2023
The NFL’s Black Friday experiment is finding its footing. This year’s Raiders-Chiefs game outpaced the 2023 Dolphins-Jets day-after-Thanksgiving game by 41 percent, according to Prime Video. The audience averaged 13.51 million viewers. Last year, Dolphins-Jets averaged 9.61 million. Friday afternoon isn’t an ideal time for football viewing. But nothing draws
Aaron Rodgers reveals if he regrets joining Jets amid rumors
Per multiple reports, New York Jets owner Woody Johnson intends to move on from quarterback Aaron Rodgers following this season. During Tuesday’s edition of “The Pat McAfee Show,” Rodgers insisted he doesn’t “have any regrets about” orchestrating a trade from the Green Bay Packers to the Jets in the spring of 2023 despite all
Tom Brady suggests penalizing quarterbacks for sliding late
Tom Brady knows a thing or two about the consequences for using a well-timed slide to stick his cleat into a nearby defender’s crotch. (He also used the slide technique in other ways.) Brady is now suggesting that a poorly-timed slide should result in a penalty for the offense, too.
LSU OT Will Campbell Declares For 2025 Draft
One of the nation’s top offensive line prospects has officially declared for the 2025 NFL Draft. LSU lineman Will Campbell announced on Instagram that he’ll forgo his remaining year of eligibility and head to the NFL. “There aren’t enough words to describe the impact LSU, the Baton Rouge community and
Bucs to sign S Ryan Neal to practice squad
Earlier in the day, the Buccaneers signed free agent safety Kaevon Merriweather. The Bucs also are signing free agent safety Ryan Neal their practice squad, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports. Neal, 28, spent 2023 with the Bucs. He played 15 games, starting 13, and totaled 76 tackles.
Dak Prescott has firm stance on Mike McCarthy’s potential exit from Cowboys
Many Dallas Cowboys fans are ready to move on from Mike McCarthy as their team’s head coach. Dak Prescott does not share the same sentiment. McCarthy is in the final year of the five-year contract he signed with the Cowboys back in 2020. Given how tumultuous Dallas’ season has been
Dak Prescott campaigns for Mike McCarthy: I believe in him wholeheartedly
Mike McCarthy is in the final year of his contract, and the expectation long has been that the Cowboys will move on after the season. McCarthy was dealt a losing hand when the Cowboys did nothing meaningful in free agency and then expected more with less. Injuries that cost players
Browns Re-Sign QB Bailey Zappe
Bailey Zappe has landed back on Cleveland’s active roster. After getting suddenly waived by the Browns yesterday, the quarterback has re-signed with the squad, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 in Houston. Zappe has spent more than a month in Cleveland, with the Browns plucking him from the Chiefs’ practice squad
Raiders sign RB Sincere McCormick to their active roster
The Raiders used up their temporary practice squad elevations for running back Sincere McCormick, so they made a more lasting roster move on Tuesday. McCormick has been signed to the 53-man roster in Las Vegas. Wide receiver D.J. Turner was placed on injured reserve in a corresponding move. McCormick played
Mike Tomlin mum on how Steelers are handling Pickens issue
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin provided little insight into how they’re addressing George Pickens’ recurring penalties. In Sunday’s 44-38 win against the Cincinnati Bengals, the third-year wide receiver was flagged for taunting and firing a finger gun after a catch. His second penalty erased a 36-yard gain. “I’m not
Bailey Zappe returns to Browns
Just 24 hours after cutting him, the Browns are re-signing quarterback Bailey Zappe. The Browns put Zappe on waivers yesterday, needing an open roster spot for defensive tackle Jowon Briggs, who played last night against the Broncos after he was called up from the practice squad. Now Zappe has cleared
AFC South Notes: Colts, Harris, Jaguars
Given a historically quick hook based on his draft status, Anthony Richardson has continued to struggle as a passer upon being reinserted into the Colts‘ lineup. He has only bumped his completion percentage up to 47.5, remaining on pace to become just the seventh QB to finish south of 50%
Mike Tomlin on George Pickens: I’m not giving you details about what goes on behind the scenes
Following Sunday’s win over the Bengals, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said George Pickens has “just got to grow up, man,” after the third-year receiver committed a pair of personal fouls. Pickens was flagged for taunting and for making finger guns after a catch, costing Pittsburgh 30 yards in penalties.
Legendary Giants HC not selected as HOF finalist
The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced five Blue-Ribbon Committee finalists for the Class of 2025 on Tuesday. The three senior players, one coach and one contributor will join the 25 modern-era players still under consideration ahead of the final class announcement the week of Super Bowl LIX in New
Vikings designate K Will Reichard, LS Andrew DePaola for return from IR
The Vikings have started the clock on getting a couple of special teamers back in the lineup. The team announced on Tuesday that kicker Will Reichard and long snapper Andrew DePaola have been designated for return from injured reserve. They will be able to practice for the next 21 days
Free Agent Stock Watch: Russell Wilson
The Steelers opted for a complete overhaul of the quarterback position this offseason, signing Russell Wilson and trading for Justin Fields. Both passers are pending free agents, and it remains to be seen if each member of the pair will be retained for 2025. In Wilson’s case, though, his time in
Jamal Adams: It was a “no brainer” to join a team “kicking everybody’s ass”
After being released by the Titans in October, safety Jamal Adams found a new squad, signing with Detroit’s practice squad. With several injuries on defense, Adams can potentially provide some depth as another option. Adams seemingly wasn’t expecting to get any kind of opportunity with a contender like Detroit but
Why Bill Belichick feels bad for a lot of Patriots players amid losing season
The first season of the New England Patriots’ post-Bill Belichick era has largely gone as many expected, as the rebuilding team that has weaknesses throughout its roster entered its Week 14 bye at 3-10. During the latest edition of SiriusXM’s “Let’s Go!” show and podcast, Belichick spoke about the struggles of
Yes, the Browns need to keep Jameis Winston
Early in Monday night’s game, after quarterback Jameis Winston had thrown his first touchdown pass and had not yet thrown any of his three interceptions, I posted this on Twitter: “The Browns are insane if they don’t re-sign Jameis and make him the starter next year over Deshaun Watson.” Even
WR Diontae Johnson Facing Uncertain Ravens Future
The Ravens were among the teams which made a receiver addition ahead of the trade deadline, acquiring Diontae Johnson from the Panthers. The sixth-year veteran was happy to move on from Carolina after less than one campaign with the team, but it remains to be seen how long he will remain in
Stephen Jones: DeMarcus Lawrence “probably a long shot” for Week 14
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said last week that the team expected to have defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence back for their Week 14 Monday night game against the Bengals, but the outlook was a bit different on Monday. Head coach Mike McCarthy said that Lawrence will be working with the rehab
Bill Belichick raises eyebrows with interesting Aaron Rodgers comments
It was reported as recently as this past Sunday that New York Jets owner Woody Johnson wants “a fresh start at general manager, head coach and quarterback,” which suggests the Jets will move on from future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers if he doesn’t retire before the new league year
Azeez Al-Shaair suspended for three games
The NFL has suspended Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair for three games for his hit on quarterback Trevor Lawrence and the actions that followed. It was reported on Monday that Al-Shaair was expected to be suspended. In its statement, the NFL noted Al-Shaair’s “repeated violations of rules intended to protect the
Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair Issued Three-Game Suspension
A decision has been made on a suspension for Azeez Al-Shaair. The Texans linebacker has received a three-game ban, the NFL announced on Tuesday. Al-Shaair will appeal, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. “Your lack of sportsmanship and respect for the game of football and all those who play, coach, and enjoy watching it,
PFT’s Week 14 2024 NFL power rankings
1. Lions (last week No. 1; 11-1): The injuries are piling up. Will it derail their Super Bowl run? 2. Bills (No. 2; 10-2): If the Raiders hadn’t blown their chance to beat the Chiefs, the Bills would be the top seed in the AFC. 3. Eagles (No. 4; 10-2):
What Jameis Winston told teammates after roller-coaster outing
Cleveland Browns fans got what Grant Gordon of the NFL’s website referred to as “the full Jameis Winston experience” during the team’s 41-32 loss to the Denver Broncos on Monday night. Winston recorded 497 passing yards with four touchdowns and three interceptions (two returned for scores) during the prime-time matchup.
Ravens don’t think Rashod Bateman’s knee injury is a long-term issue
The Ravens played without wide receiver Rashod Bateman for much of Sunday’s loss to the Eagles, but they don’t expect his absence to be a lengthy one. Bateman was ruled out with a knee injury during the game and head coach John Harbaugh said on Monday that he thinks Bateman
Rams Claim CB Emmanuel Forbes
Despite being tied to a mid-first-round contract, Emmanuel Forbes will not clear waivers. The Rams are ensuring the 2023 first-round cornerback will remain tied to that deal. Forbes is heading to Los Angeles via waiver claim, ESPN.com’s Adam Schefter tweets. The Commanders’ Adam Peters-run regime moved on despite the 2023
Bears president Kevin Warren: Our head coaching job will be “most coveted” in NFL this year
The Bears are on their way to a fourth-straight losing season and they haven’t won a playoff game since the 2010 season, but team president Kevin Warren isn’t expecting to have a hard time finding people who want to coach the team. Warren and General Manager Ryan Poles held a
Jeudy’s historic game not enough as Broncos win wild ‘MNF’
The wild Week 13 finale between the Browns and Broncos featured 952 total yards, 47 first downs and six Jameis Winston touchdowns — four to Browns teammates and two to Broncos defenders. Here are five takeaways from Denver’s 41-32 win. Sticking with Deshaun Watson cost the Browns Cleveland’s loss on
Jameis Winston: “I’m just praying to the Lord to deliver me from pick-sixes”
Browns quarterback Jameis Winston threw three interceptions, two of which were returned for touchdowns, in Monday night’s loss to the Broncos. After the game he blamed himself and asked for divine intervention for improvement. “I’m just praying to the Lord to deliver me from pick-sixes,” Winston said. Asked if he
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 12/2/24
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NFL Playoff Bracket Scenarios 2024-25 Week 14: Standings After Broncos Beat Browns | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
David Eulitt/Getty Images 1. Kansas City Chiefs (11-1) 3. Pittsburgh Steelers (9-3) 5. Los Angeles Chargers (8-4) 6. Baltimore Ravens (8-5) 8. Indianapolis Colts (6-7) 10. Cincinnati Bengals (4-8) 11. Cleveland Browns (3-9) 13. Tennessee Titans (3-9) 14. New England Patriots (3-10) 15. Jacksonville Jaguars (2-10) 16. Las Vegas Raiders
Texans LB addresses ‘dirty’ hit on Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence
On Monday, Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair apologized for his brutal hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence. In the second quarter of the Texans’ 23-20 victory on Sunday, Lawrence scrambled and slid for six yards on 2nd-and-7 before Al-Shaair blasted him, causing a skirmish between both teams. After officials
Jameis Winston’s fourth touchdown pass gives Browns 32-31 lead
Jameis Winston and Jerry Jeudy are carving up the Browns. Winston is 30-of-49 for 446 yards, and Jeudy has eight catches for 219 yards and a touchdown against his former team. Winston’s fourth touchdown of the night — a 5-yarder to running back Nick Chubb — has given the Browns
Interim HC Thomas Brown, DC Eric Washington To Call Plays For Bears
With the departure of former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus, Chicago was forced to do some shuffling of the coaching staff just weeks after the firing of former offensive coordinator Shane Waldron necessitated some shuffling of its own. Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reported today that, with Thomas Brown
Monday Night Football: Broncos escape Browns 41-32 with two pick-sixes
Jameis Winston threw for 497 yards and four touchdowns, but the Browns didn’t win because of the two pick-sixes he threw. The Broncos escaped with a 41-32 win, with Nik Bonitto and Ja’Quan McMillian getting interception returns for touchdowns. Denver improved to 8-5, while Cleveland fell to 3-9. In an
Watch: Broncos, Browns trade haymakers with deep TD passes
We have an unlikely shootout in the Mile High City. The Broncos and Browns traded haymakers with 70-plus-yard touchdowns on consecutive plays. When the dust settled, Denver led 28-25. Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix connected with wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. for a 93-yard touchdown to give Denver a 28-17
Jerry Jeudy answers Bo Nix’s bomb to Marvin Mims with long score of his own
Bo Nix had thrown for only 115 yards, completing 10 of his first 21 passes. His 11th completion, though, went for 93 yards. With the Broncos facing a third-and-11 at their own 7, Nix saw Marvin Mims split the safeties — Rodney McLeod and Ronnie Hickman — and threw a
Jets Sticking With Aaron Rodgers; Woody Johnson Wanted QB Benched On Multiple Occasions?
In the final stage of a wildly disappointing season, the Jets have dropped to 3-9. They have not seen their Aaron Rodgers trade come close to meeting expectations, and the now-41-year-old quarterback is not believed to be in the team’s plans beyond this season. It would then be understandable if
Monday Night Football: Broncos lead Browns 21-17 after defensive score
The Browns could have the lead. They don’t. They trail the Broncos 21-17 at halftime. Dustin Hopkins missed a 47-yard field goal on the Browns’ first drive, his ninth missed kick this season. Yet, the Browns still had a chance to take a lead into the locker room. They were
Watch: Jameis Winston pick-six gives Broncos breathing room
The Broncos gained breathing room against the Browns with a game-changing pick-six on “Monday Night Football.” Outside linebacker Nik Bonitto intercepted the pass Jameis Winston pass and returned it 71 yards for a touchdown to give Denver a 21-10 lead. Cleveland drove to Denver’s 29-yard line, gaining 41 yards in
Matthew Stafford has minor ankle sprain he should be able to play through
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford came out of Sunday’s victory over the Saints with an injury. Coach Sean McVay said, via Jourdan Rodrigue of TheAthletic.com, that Stafford has a lateral ankle sprain, but the injury should not affect Stafford’s practice time or game status. The Rams play the Bills on Sunday.
Vikings To Open Practice Windows For K Will Reichard, LS Andrew DePaola
The Vikings are hoping to get their main special teamers back this week. According to Alec Lewis of The Athletic, head coach Kevin O’Connell told the media that both kicker Will Reichard and long snapper Andrew DePaola will have their 21-day practice windows opened this week. A sixth-round rookie out
Broncos take 7-0 lead on Browns
The Browns had a chance to take an early lead after Jerry Jeudy had a 44-yard catch-and-run to the Denver 46 against his former team. The Browns, though, stalled and Denver 29, and Dustin Hopkins missed yet another field goal. Hopkins’ 47-yard try was wide left, his seventh field goal
Case is clear for Eagles’ Saquon Barkley for MVP
A running back hasn’t won the NFL Most Valuable Player award since Minnesota’s Adrian Peterson in 2012, but Saquon Barkley is now in line to end the drought. Barkley, in his first season with the Philadelphia Eagles, leads the NFL in rushing yards (1,499) through 12 games. He ranks second
Monday Night Football: No surprises among Browns-Broncos inactives
The Browns have only two quarterbacks available for Monday Night Football after waiving Bailey Zappe. Starter Jameis Winston and backup Dorian Thompson-Robinson have no emergency third quarterback behind them. The Browns are missing some key players against the Broncos, too. Safety Juan Thornhill (calf), wide receiver Cedric Tillman (concussion), offensive