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The Eagles defense did what seemed impossible, frustrating Patrick Mahomes and shutting out the Chiefs until late in the third quarter. Josh Sweat, Cooper DeJean, Milton Williams and Zack Baun all were candidates for the MVP award. But Jalen Hurts plays the quarterback position, and he had a good game,

Sometimes, even a GOAT can have a bad day. For Patrick Mahomes, it doesn’t happen very often. Super Bowl LIX completes a handful of bad days for the Chiefs’ offense with Mahomes at the helm. Four prior eggs were laid. On Christmas Day in 2023, the Chiefs were stymied by

If we were ranking commercials on a “most unhinged” basis, everybody else would be playing for second place against this Pringles ad. In chronological order, we get Adam Brody noticing a dearth of Pringles at a party, at which point an empty can tells him to blow into it. It’s

Crazy things have happened in the NFL, but the Eagles are still in a dominant position midway through the third quarter. Jakel Elliott connected on a 29-yard field goal to give the Eagles a 27-0 lead, capping the club’s first possession of the second half. Philadelphia’s offense began at the

No one saw this coming, likely not even the most optimistic Eagles fan. Philadelphia dominated the first half, taking a 24-0 lead into the locker room at halftime. The Eagles sacked Patrick Mahomes three times, had a pick-six, an almost pick-six and held the Chiefs to 23 yards in the

Trailing 17-0 late in the first half of Super Bowl LIX, the Chiefs had the Eagles on the ropes. And linebacker Nick Bolton let ‘em off the hook. After an incomplete pass that would have left the Eagles facing third and 26, Bolton was called for unnecessary roughness, giving Philly

The Chiefs didn’t put together a strong response after going down 7-0 with Jalen Hurts’ touchdown, going three-and-out. After surrendering the first touchdown of the game on a Brotherly Shove, the Chiefs started with the ball at their own 33-yard line. Nikko Remigio nearly broke off a long return, but

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is trying to become the first player to lead his team to three straight Super Bowl titles and he could also become the first to win three straight Super Bowl MVPs. Oddsmakers have made Mahomes the favorite to pull that off. Mahomes is +120 at most

Two years ago, the Eagles took full advantage of a rule change from 2006 allowing runners to be shoved from behind by teammates. After many complaints regarding the ensuing tush push play — which is more rugby than football — the rule remained. This week, Fox’s Mike Pereira suggested that

Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce reportedly hasn’t decided whether to play in 2025. Some within the Chiefs’ organization believe the decision has been made. From James Palmer, formerly of NFL Network and now with Underdog Fantasy and Bleacher Report, comes this tweet: “I’m told just like last year Travis Kelce

NFL games gather a live audience like nothing else. But not everything carrying The Shield on the show thrives in today’s world of ever-fracturing audiences. For instance, Thursday night’s NFL Honors on Fox and NFL Network generated the smallest audience in the history of the annual awards show, which first

According to Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer, Rodgers met with the Jets, who informed him that they plan to move in a different direction at quarterback. Glazer believes that Rodgers’ decision to discuss his future with the team indicates that he plans to play in 2025, despite rumblings that the 20-year

The Super Bowl always becomes the most-watched TV event of the year, by far. This year’s could end up being the most-watcher Super Bowl ever. Even with possible Chiefs fatigue and a rematch of the game played only two years ago. As noted by Drew Lerner of AwfulAnnouncing.com, the kicker

The Cowboys have found another member of Brian Schottenheimer’s first staff. According to multiple reports, the Cowboys will hire Junior Adams as their new wide receivers coach. Adams spent the last three seasons at Oregon as the school’s co-offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach. He held similar positions at Washington

The Bills have elected to make a significant change to their coaching staff. Per Tom Pelissero of NFL Media, Buffalo has parted ways with special teams coordinator Matthew Smiley. Smiley, 46, had been with the Bills since Sean McDermott’s first year as head coach in 2017. He was assistant special

For a guy who’s supposedly all in with college football, Bill Belichick has spent plenty of time this week hanging around the NFL’s marquee event. From an appearance at the NFL Honors show to hitting the party scene to just strolling around New Orleans, the HC of the UNC hasn’t

The 49ers have granted wide receiver Deebo Samuel and his agent, Tory Dandy, permission to find a trade partner, Samuel told Adam Schefter of ESPN. Samuel asked the 49ers to trade him during the players’ exit meetings after the season. “It was a hard conversation to have with Kyle [Shanahan]

There is a former Lakers big man who could catch lobs from Dončić who could be available to play a role off the bench. JaVale McGee is playing in Puerto Rico and is someone who might be open to a return to Los Angeles. He suited up for the team

The NFL offseason never sleeps. And the offseason giant will be awakening very soon. Then again, it always slumbers with one eye open. One of the biggest questions hovering over the looming quarterback carousel could be resolved in the immediate future. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that a decision

He caught the history-blocking touchdown pass in the most consequential Super Bowl before today’s. And the ring that Giants receiver Plaxico Burress earned that day in Arizona is up for grabs. Burress’s Super Bowl XLII has been put up for auction. Heritage Auctions has the offering. With 13 days to

As receiver Deebo Samuel enters the last year of his contract, he might have already played his last game with the 49ers. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the 49ers are expected to explore trading Samuel in the coming weeks. It’s not a surprise, for various reasons. First, when

A year ago, it would have seemed like blasphemy to rate Corey Graves as anything less than WWE’s best color commentator, but a lot has changed. Since 2016, Graves has served as a primary color commentator for WWE, finding the most success emulating Bobby “The Brain” Heenan and Jerry Lawler

Even though the NHL Trade Deadline is still over a month away some teams have managed to get a head start with their roster movement. Mikko Rantanen, Taylor Hall, Joel Farabee, Morgan Frost, J.T. Miller, Mikael Granlund, Cody Ceci, Drew O’Connor and Marcus Pettersson have all been on the move

Joe Sargent/NHLI via Getty Images Kyle Dubas took over as president and general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins two years ago. During that time, he’s attempted to retool his roster with younger players while trying to add veterans to build a winner around aging stars Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and

Ravens running back Derrick Henry was as shocked as anyone by Thursday night’s announcement of the 2024 NFL MVP. Bills quarterback Josh Allen won the award even though most were expecting it to go to Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, whom the same voters had selected as the first-team All-Pro quarterback.

Robert WhittakerChris Unger/Zuffa LLC Robert Whittaker Israel Adesanya Nassourdine Imavov The ideal fight for Strickland would involve staying in the limelight. Losing to Du Plessis in two of his last three fights is going to make it tough for him to get back in the title picture. If the UFC

In November, Hall of Fame receiver Randy Moss commenced a leave of absence from his ESPN duties, after being diagnosed with bile duct cancer. For the network’s Super Bowl pregame show, Moss will be back. Via Adam Schefter of ESPN.com, Moss makes his return on Sunday morning from New Orleans

Before he received an extension last month, Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell had a contract that ran through 2025. Eagles coach Nick Sirianni’s contract currently runs through 2025 — and he has yet to get an extension. He’ll be offered one. There’s no doubt about it. Earlier this week, owner Jeffrey

Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has earned three Super Bowl rings and a first-ballot, no-brainer spot in the Hall of Fame, five years after he retires. And his retirement potentially could come sooner than later. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Kelce hasn’t decided whether to play in 2025

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When Mike Macdonald became the Seahawks head coach last year, he created some doubt about his level of commitment to quarterback Geno Smith but there’s been a lot less ambiguity this year. Macdonald said at the end of the regular season that the Seahawks “want Geno to be here” when

Eight years ago, the Patriots pulled off an all-time comeback in Super Bowl LI, beating the Falcons in overtime after trailing 28-3 in the second half. Via Darren Rovell, the first ring given to a player in that game has sold at auction. Tight end Martellus Bennett’s ring went for

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The Chiefs elevated cornerback Steven Nelson and linebacker Swayze Bozeman from the practice squad for Super Bowl LIX, the team announced. It does not mean either player will play against the Eagles as both players still could end up on the Chiefs’ inactive list. Nelson came out of retirement to

The Eagles activated defensive end Brandon Graham from injured reserve, the team announced. He is expected to play in Super Bowl LIX in what could be his final game. The Eagles placed offensive lineman Nick Gates (groin) on injured reserve in a corresponding move, and they elevated fullback Khari Blasingame

With all the big names we’ve seen traded already in the NHL, it makes you wonder who will be left by the trade deadline on March 7. When Mikko Rantanen and Taylor Hall are moved in the same trade, it sends the message that just about anyone could be had

Browns running back Nick Chubb hopes to be back in Cleveland next season. He has spent his entire seven-year career with the Browns. But Chubb is scheduled for free agency in March. “Of course,” Chubb told Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal when asked if he wanted to return

Adan Manzano, an anchor and reporter for Telemundo in Kansas City, died this week under suspicious circumstances in his New Orleans-area hotel room while in town to cover the Super Bowl. He was 27 years old. No one has been charged with his death, but a woman with a history

The December 2024 burglary at the Ohio home of Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has recently sparked two waves of arrests. And one member of law enforcement believes it’s just the start. “These individuals seem to be the alleged tip of the iceberg,” U.S. attorney Kenneth Parker told the Associated Press.

Former NFL player and head coach Dick Jauron died Saturday morning after a short cancer battle, The Daily Item in Massachusetts reports. Jauron was 74. He was head coach of the Bears from 1999-2003, winning coach of the year honors in 2001 when Chicago went 13-3. Jauron went 35-45 with

I started covering the Super Bowl and the week preceding it in early 2009. The experience has taken the PFT traveling roadshow to Tampa, Miami (twice), Dallas, Indianapolis, New Orleans (twice), New York, Phoenix (twice), San Francisco, Houston, Minneapolis, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. Miami and New Orleans lead

The unexpected (especially for the voters) decision of the Associated Press to disclose the full ballots of the 50 media members has sparked unprecedented scrutiny of the votes, and the voters. It has also sparked a debate of sorts over the ongoing exclusion of NFL Media employees. The Associated Press

The Jaguars have announced their full coaching staff for the 2025 season. Head coach Liam Coen is at the top of the list after being hired to replace the fired Doug Pederson last month. Coen joins the Jags after spending the 2024 season as the offensive coordinator in Tampa. “What

The Steelers are bringing in a new defensive backs coach. Cameron Wolfe of NFL Media reports that they will hire Gerald Alexander to fill that role on head coach Mike Tomlin’s staff. It’s a return to Pittsburgh for Alexander, who was an assistant defensive backs coach for the team in

The Chiefs wrapped up their on-field preparations for Super Bowl LIX on Friday. The team’s final practice session at Tulane featured special teams work and situational drills as the Chiefs put the finishing touches on their plans for Sunday’s game against the Eagles. Head coach Andy Reid said that his

The only three fans who have attended every Super Bowl are back in New Orleans this year to make it 59 in a row. Old friends Don Crisman, Gregory Eaton and Tom Henschel, who have been to all 58 Super Bowls, are in New Orleans this week and have told

Look, I tried not to do this one. In the end, it just made sense for several reasons. Obviously there’s the poetic nature of Blake Fiddler being drafted by Dallas when he is a Dallas product (and, of course, his dad played for Dallas). But another big reason for me

Miami QB prospect Cam WardBryan M. Bennett/Getty Images One notable NFL event will take place between Super Bowl LIX and free agency. Though it may not hold a marquee spot on the calendar of casual football fans, the scouting combine will take place between February 27 and March 2, and

Kansas City 27, Philadelphia 24 It’s difficult to pick against Mahomes, Kelce and Co. in the Super Bowl because of how well they’ve handled the pressure of previous big games. In Super Bowl 57, Mahomes led the Chiefs on a double-digit point comeback to take down the Eagles. Nothing seems

In 1984, Dan Marino obliterated the previous NFL records by passing for 5,084 yards and 48 touchdowns. Passing statistics like that had previously been unthinkable, in part because the rules of those days made it open season on quarterbacks for pass rushers. Marino visited the PFT Live set at Super