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It only took one game for the NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend to deliver its first upset. The Texans (11-7) defeated the Chargers (11-7), 32-12, after entering Saturday’s wild-card game as a 2.5-point home underdog. Here are three takeaways from Houston’s surprising win. Knee-jerk reaction: Jim Harbaugh gets the full

Javonte Williams’ performance as a rookie seemed to put him on track to operate as the lead running back for the Broncos over the long term. His timeshare with Melvin Gordon appeared to be a temporary arrangement, but the team’s backfield plans were altered once Williams suffered ACL and LCL

The Baltimore Ravens are moving on to the divisional round of the AFC playoffs after a convincing 28-14 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday night.  While the final score might make it look like this game was somewhat competitive, it really was not. The Ravens were the best team

With the regular season in the books, all NFL teams have declared their cap carryover for the 2025 league year. Unused cap space from the current campaign will roll over, a substantial element of many teams’ financial planning. Last offseason saw a record-breaking jump in the salary cap ceiling (pushing

The Falcons defense struggled in Lake’s one year coaching it. He failed to build on a promising 2023 season when the unit ranked 18th in scoring (21.9 points per game) and 11th in yards allowed (321.1 yards per game). It was the first time the unit finished inside the top

Saturday’s minor transactions and more standard gameday practice squad elevations for the wild-card round of the playoffs: Baltimore Ravens Buffalo Bills Denver Broncos Green Bay Packers Philadelphia Eagles Pittsburgh Steelers Tampa Bay Buccaneers Washington Commanders As a member of the practice squad this year, Clifford, the second-year passer out of

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had a game to forget against the Houston Texans in the AFC wild-card round.  Herbert was 14-of-32 for 242 yards with one passing touchdown and four interceptions in the Chargers’ 32-12 loss to the Texans. “I just have to be better,” Herbert said. The

Head coach and general manager interviews are underway, and the Raiders are looking to hire both. Already looking to hire a new head coach after firing Antonio Pierce, the Raiders made the move to fire general manager Tom Telesco, as well, at the alleged behest of part-owner Tom Brady. According

Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud made something out of nothing to spark Houston’s 99-yard go-ahead touchdown drive against the Chargers in the first game of Super Wild Card Weekend. Facing a third-and-16 from Houston’s 17-yard line, Stroud failed to handle Texans center Jarrett Patterson’s high snap, which went over his right

The 2023 NFL season yielded a dearth of clear-cut MVP candidates, but that has not proven to be the case this year. Several players made a claim to receive consideration at various points in the campaign, and debate has continued through the conclusion of the season regarding which one will

After expanding the playoffs to 14 teams (seven in each conference) in 2020, the NFL has seen a new problem develop in its postseason format. There are three teams with superior records than their opponents who will play their respective wild-card games on the road this weekend. The league’s current format

5:33: As if the below reporting wasn’t enough indication of where this coaching search was headed, Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports confirmed that the Patriots are indeed negotiating a deal with Vrabel to become their next head coach. Schultz claims that, “barring something unforeseen, the expectation remains that both sides

The Patriots seem to be well on their way to replacing one former player-head coach with another. They fired former linebacker Jerod Mayo after only one season as head coach, and it appears that New England is narrowing in on another former linebacker to replace him. While it has already

Today’s practice squad transactions: Pittsburgh Steelers Signed WR Scotty Miller Released: S Ayo Oyelola This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors

Lake, a very experienced defensive backs coach with four universities and four NFL teams on his résumé, was in his first year as a defensive coordinator in the NFL. Following a playing career in college, Lake immediately jumped into coaching. With seven years of college coaching under his belt, Lake

The coaching turnover continues. Atlanta will officially be looking for a new defensive coordinator as Mike Garafolo reports that the Falcons have fired Jimmy Lake. In addition to Lake, Atlanta has let go of defensive line coach Jay Rodgers, as well. Lake, a very experienced defensive backs coach with four

While Deion Sanders has continually committed to sticking with the Colorado Buffaloes, it sounds like the fast-rising head coach and NFL Hall of Fame cornerback has indeed been sniffing around at some NFL gigs. According to Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Sanders “has his eye” on the Raiders

Mike McCarthy‘s future remains uncertain at this point as the expiration of his current contract draws nearer. Further signs point to him remaining in place in place as the Cowboys’ head coach, though. McCarthy and owner Jerry Jones have remained in contact since the end of the season, although terms

The Jets are already well into their general manager search, and we’ve got a handful of new names to add to their robust list of candidates. According to Peter Schrager of FOX Sports, the Jets are interviewing three previously unreported candidates for the job today: Broncos assistant GM Darren Mougey,

The Bears are adding a franchise icon to their list of head coaching candidates. According to Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports, the Bears will interview Ron Rivera this weekend for their head coaching job. Rivera has had multiple stints with the organization, most famously between 1984 and 1992, when the linebacker helped

The Bears are adding a franchise icon to their list of head coaching candidates. According to Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports, the Bears will interview Ron Rivera this weekend for their head coaching job. Rivera has had multiple stints with the organization, most famously between 1984 and 1992 when the

Shortly after running back Saquon Barkley signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as a free agent last March, his new teammates noted how he embraced a leadership role following the retirements of “culture guys” Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox. The Athletic’s Brooks Kubena expanded on all that Barkley has meant for the

Both Micah Parsons and the Cowboys have expressed interest in keeping the dynamic edge rusher in Dallas for the foreseeable future. Of course, that would require a long-term agreement between the two sides, as Parsons is currently set to enter the 2025 season as an impending free agent. [RELATED: Micah

The New England Patriots would’ve “earned” the first overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft last Sunday had they lost to a Buffalo Bills side already locked in as the No. 2 seed for the AFC playoffs. Instead, rookie quarterback and sixth-round pick Joe Milton III helped New England notch a 23-16 win

The Dolphins have parted ways with special teams coordinator Danny Crossman and wide receivers coach Wes Welker, per a team announcement. Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel released a statement on his staff changes. “I am grateful for Danny’s contributions and dedication to the Dolphins over the course of many seasons,

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts missed the final two games of the regular season with a concussion, but is on track to start their Wild Card game against the Green Bay Packers. While the Eagles went 2-0 without Hurts against divisional rivals Dallas and New York, heading into the playoffs

As the Buccaneers prepare for their wild-card matchup, they are set to have a pair of key defensive starters back in the lineup. Tampa Bay’s secondary figures to receive two notable boosts in time for Sunday. Head coach Todd Bowles said on Friday that safety Antoine Winfield Jr. and cornerback Jamel Dean are set to

Shortly before it was learned on Thursday that the Las Vegas Raiders had fired general manager Tom Telesco, a report emerged claiming that Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson was “intrigued by” possibly becoming the next head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars.  However, Johnson “might want his own general manager in place” instead of

The Eagles’ hopes for a No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs seemingly came to a halt, along with their 10-game winning streak, when Jalen Hurts was knocked out of Philadelphia’s Week 16 game against the division-rival Commanders after only one and a half drives. Luckily, Hurts’ injury should not

While the Jacksonville Jaguars shut quarterback Trevor Lawrence down in early December so he could undergo shoulder surgery, it’s worth noting that he was originally sidelined because he suffered a second concussion across roughly 12 months.  While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Lawrence insisted his concussion history “doesn’t necessarily worry” him regardless of long-term health

The Colts were considered a team to watch as ‘Black Monday’ approached considering the manner in which their season ended. Despite finishing the campaign at 8-9 and out of the playoffs once again, owner Jim Irsay immediately made it clear both head coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard

If the Las Vegas Raiders get a chance to speak to Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen, both sides will know quickly if it is the best fit. The Raiders or any other NFL teams looking for a head coach cannot interview Coen until three days after the Bucs’

Deshaun Watson‘s recent setback in his Achilles rehab has proven to be a situation which will seriously threaten his availability for 2025. The Browns quarterback tore his Achilles a second time, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. The team has since confirmed the news. Such a scenario was raised as

One of the players who probably most appreciates being back in the NFL playoffs is Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin. McLaurin has caught a pass from 11 different QB’s in his time in Washington, and despite making the playoffs in 2020 has never played on a team with a

The meteoric rise continues for Ephraim Banda. The Browns safeties coach has only been in the NFL for two years, and he already has earned his first defensive coordinator interview. Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports that Banda will meet with the Colts about their open defensive coordinator position. Banda’s

2023 first-round draft pick Anthony Richardson began the last two regular seasons as the Indianapolis Colts’ starting quarterback.  Richardson has some work ahead of him to remain atop the depth chart through the end of August.  As shared by RotoWire/CBS Sports, citing ESPN’s Stephen Holder, Colts general manager Chris Ballard said on Friday that

The Panthers are making multiple changes to their defensive staff after ranking dead-last in yards and points allowed this season. Head coach Dave Canales recently reaffirmed his confidence in defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, but the team has moved on from three members of his staff. Safeties coach Bert Watts, outside linebackers

The Los Angeles Rams’ home playoff game on Monday night against the Minnesota Vikings had to be relocated to Arizona due to the ongoing wildfire situation in Los Angeles. Despite the move and everything surrounding the situation, it sounds like the Rams are still expecting a pretty significant showing of

Former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus doesn’t appear to be staying inactive for long. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Eberflus “is involved in the Bengals defensive coordinator search.” While the wording of the report is vague, it likely indicates that Eberflus is a candidate to take over for the Bengals’

The standout players from the 2024 NFL season were recognized on Friday with the release of the Associated Press NFL All-Pro Team. Here are five takeaways, including some players that got snubbed entirely. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson gets first-team nod over Bills QB Josh Allen The debate has been on

One of the most intriguing matchups of the NFL Wild Card round is the battle between two head coaches who are very familiar with each other – Baltimore’s John Harbaugh and Pittsburgh’s Mike Tomlin. Tomlin (18 years) and Harbaugh (17 years) are the two longest-tenured head coaches in the NFL,

Today’s minor moves and a few standard gameday practice squad elevations for the first games of the playoffs: Chicago Bears Kansas City Chiefs Los Angeles Chargers Philadelphia Eagles McFadden’s waiver claim has been accepted, but since the Bears have no more games this year, it has been deferred until the

The Panthers are making multiple changes to their defensive staff after ranking dead-last in yards and points allowed this season. Head coach Dave Canales recently reaffirmed his confidence in defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, but the team has moved on from three members of his staff. Safeties coach Bert Watts, outside linebackers

Friday’s practice squad moves: Philadelphia Eagles Signed: WR Joseph Ngata Placed on practice squad injured list: OL Jack Driscoll This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors

Expectations are understandably low for the Pittsburgh Steelers going into their wild-card game against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday evening. They have not won a playoff game in eight years despite regular appearances in the postseason, they enter the game on a four-game losing streak this season, and were just

The Raiders were already looking for a new head coach, and after firing Tom Telesco, they’re looking for a new general manager as well. The team has brought in headhunter Jed Hughes of consulting firm Korn Ferry to join their search process, per Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports. Hughes coached

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel released a statement on his staff changes: “I am grateful for Danny’s contributions and dedication to the Dolphins over the course of many seasons, as well as the numerous ways he helped me as a head coach. I also want to thank Wes for his investment

Commanders head coach Dan Quinn announced that cornerback Marshon Lattimore would play against the Buccaneers in Sunday’s wild-card matchup. “He hit all the markers we need to see, so we’re pumped to have him back,” said Quinn (via Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post). Lattimore has battled a hamstring injury for

The Philadelphia Eagles will have their quarterback back on the field for Sunday’s wild-card game against the Green Bay Packers. According to Eagles reporter Tim McManus of ESPN, head coach Nick Sirianni announced on Friday that Hurts made it through concussion protocol and would play on Sunday. Hurts suffered a

The list of candidates for the Browns’ vacant offensive coordinator position has grown. Falcons tight ends coach Kevin Koger will interview with Cleveland today, Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal reports. Koger joined the Falcons’ staff last offseason following a three-year run in the same capacity with the Chargers.