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A #88 sticker is seen on the helmet of Kyle Fuller #23 of the Denver Broncos in memory of the late former Denver Broncos player Demaryius Thomas before the game between the Detroit Lions and the Denver Broncos on December 9 at Empower Field At Mile High on December 12, 2021 in Denver, Colorado.

Broncos Veteran Stands Alone As NFL’s Most Reliable Protector

The Denver Broncos are an old-school team. They focus on two things: Playing defense and running the ball. You need to win in the trenches to do that. You need to have strong offensive and defensive lines, and that's what Sean Payton and the front office have prioritized. The Broncos have loc...

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

DENVER, COLORADO - OCTOBER 19: Bo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos celebrates after scoring a rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter of a game against the New York Giants at Empower Field At Mile High on October 19, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.

Bo Nix Could Be Poised For Big Primetime Game

The Denver Broncos will face the Washington Commanders for a Sunday Night Football matchup. Usually, it would be an exciting matchup between two young first-round quarterbacks from the 2024 NFL Draft class. But with Jayden Daniels set to miss yet another game with an elbow injury, all eyes wi...

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

HOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 16: C.J. Stroud #7 of the Houston Texans takes the field prior to the NFL Preseason 2025 game between Carolina Panthers and Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on August 16, 2025 in Houston, Texas.

C.J. Stroud Raves About Key Texans Unit

The Houston Texans' offense has been fairly disappointing this season. C.J. Stroud, even when healthy, hasn't looked as sharp as he did in his rookie campaign, and with all the key injuries, the team hasn't had a primary playmaker, either. However, the offensive line has certainly stepped up....

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 02: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers warms up against the Indianapolis Colts before the game at Acrisure Stadium on November 02, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Pittsburgh Steelers

Aaron Rodgers Reportedly Dealing With Injury In Sunday's Start

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have their starting quarterback back on the field on Sunday. Aaron Rodgers missed the loss to the Chicago Bears in spite of his wishes, but he's not going to stay on the sidelines for much longer. However, he'll have to go through a lot to get back on the gridiron...

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

Sports Writer Adam Schefter attends the Annual Charity Day Hosted By Cantor Fitzgerald And BGC at the Cantor Fitzgerald Office on September 11, 2013 in New York, United States.

Los Angeles Rams

Adam Schefter Breaks Down Rams' Dominance

The Los Angeles Rams might be the best team in football right now. They entered the season as a dark horse to come out of the NFC, but they've been much better than anticipated. Sean McVay has proven again to be one of the best head coaches in the game, and Matthew Stafford is playing the bes...

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 15: Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones on the field before the game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Bart Scott Praises Jerry Jones For Offseason Moves

On Thanksgiving, the Dallas Cowboys delivered the moment their fans had been waiting for, edging the Kansas City Chiefs 31-28 in a wild finish. The victory pushed them to 6-5-1 and nudged them back into playoff contention. Three straight wins have shifted momentum and changed how people are t...

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 03: Football Quarterback Johnny Manziel talks onset prior to the SEC Championship game between the LSU Tigers and the Georgia Bulldogs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 03, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Johnny Manziel Gushes About NFC Coach

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago Kevin O'Connell first connected with Johnny Manziel in 2014 as a private quarterback coach, preparing the Heisman Trophy winner for the NFL Draft while building a relationship that would shape both their careers. When the Cleveland Browns hired O'Connell as their quarterbacks coach in Februar...

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 19: New York Jets offensive huddle during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers in the game at MetLife Stadium on October 19, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Jets Made 2 Roster Moves

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The New York Jets face the Atlanta Falcons at MetLife Stadium in Week 13 carrying a 2-9 record. Recent organizational changes have set the stage for the upcoming contest, and Thursday brought two more roster adjustments to New York's lineup. The moves came as the team continues recalibrating...

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 14: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears warms up prior to the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 14, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.

Caleb Williams Is Falling Short Of Making Bears History

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The Chicago Bears face their most consequential game of the season in Week 13 against the Philadelphia Eagles, a matchup that could shape the trajectory of their remaining schedule. Quarterback Caleb Williams delivered a strong performance in Week 12 against the Pittsburgh Steelers and is exp...

Indianapolis Colts

Lou Anarumo Gets Honest About Potential HC Job

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago Defensive coordinators who oversee dominant units often find themselves in the conversation for head coaching vacancies. Lou Anarumo, the Indianapolis Colts' defensive coordinator, has become exactly that kind of candidate following his group's impressive performance this season. Ahead of the...

A Cincinnati Bengals helmet sits on the field before the game against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on October 1, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Cincinnati Bengals

Bengals Rookie Notches Notable NFL Honor

Justin Hussong • 10 months ago Every game from here on out is a must-win game for the Cincinnati Bengals, who are sitting at 4-8 but aren't dead in the AFC North just yet, especially after rallying around quarterback Joe Burrow's return to pick up a huge win over the Baltimore Ravens on Thanksgiving. Cincy will have its ha...

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - OCTOBER 19: Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings reacts after a 28-22 loss against the Philadelphia Eagles in the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 19, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Minnesota Vikings

Justin Jefferson Speaks Out About Vikings QB's Struggles

Justin Hussong • 10 months ago The Minnesota Vikings had high expectations heading into this year on the heels of a 14-3 campaign last year, but things have crashed and burned as they head into a matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, nursing a 4-7 record and mired in a three-game losing streak. Much of the team's struggles...

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 24: Indianapolis Colts helmets sit on the bench before the start of the Colts and Baltimore Ravens game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 24, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Indianapolis Colts

Colts QB Is Reportedly Open To A Trade

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago Anthony Richardson was selected fourth overall by the Indianapolis Colts in the 2023 NFL Draft as the franchise's long-term quarterback prospect. Injuries have limited his availability since entering the league, with only 17 appearances and 15 starts to his name and none this season. Daniel J...

College Football

Marshall Faulk Has Landed A New Job

Justin Hussong • 10 months ago Marshall Faulk is one of the greatest running backs in the history of the NFL and is a proud member of the Hall of Fame due to his MVP award, Super Bowl ring, and seven Pro Bowl nods. He ran for 12,279 yards and 100 touchdowns in his career and recently entered the coaching sphere when he joi...

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 26: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears hands the ball to D'Andre Swift #4 during pregame warm ups prior to the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on October 26, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Bears Get Encouraging Injury Update On 2 Defenders

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The Chicago Bears are set to face the Philadelphia Eagles on Black Friday, with both teams entering with 8-3 records. The Eagles are favored in the matchup, but the Bears received encouraging news on the injury front ahead of the contest. On Thursday, NFL insider Ian Rapoport reported that th...

A row of Philadelphia Eagles helmets rest on the sidelines before a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field on August 24, 2013 in Jacksonville, Florida.

Philadelphia Eagles

Eagles Rookie Sends Message After Successful Surgery

Justin Hussong • 10 months ago The Philadelphia Eagles are looking to wash a bad taste out of their mouth after squandering a 21-0 lead to lose to the Dallas Cowboys last week, which brought a four-game winning streak to an end. Philly has a tough matchup with the 8-3 Chicago Bears on Black Friday in a potential playoff pr...

CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 01: Head coach Bill Belichick of the North Carolina Tar Heels looks on prior to the game against the TCU Horned Frogs at Kenan Stadium on September 01, 2025 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Adam Schefter Reveals What He's Hearing About Bill Belichick Rumors

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago Bill Belichick departed the New England Patriots in 2023 and spent one season as a broadcaster before taking the head coaching job at the University of North Carolina. The Tar Heels currently sit at 4-7 and are positioned near the lower end of the Atlantic Coast Conference standings. Despite...

GREEN BAY, WI - SEPTEMBER 14: Flags fly at Lambeau Field prior to the NFL game between the New York Jets and the Green Bay Packers on September 14, 2014 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Jets 31-24.

Packers Made 4 Roster Moves On Wednesday

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The Green Bay Packers face the Detroit Lions on Thursday in a pivotal NFC North matchup at Ford Field. This marks the Packers' third consecutive Thanksgiving Day appearance and their 23rd Thanksgiving meeting with the Lions, extending the NFL's most frequently played matchup on the holiday. P...

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 09: Quarterback Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass against the New York Jets at Levi's Stadium on September 09, 2024 in Santa Clara, California.

San Francisco 49ers

Worrisome Stat Emerges About Brock Purdy

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The San Francisco 49ers remain in playoff contention through the first 12 weeks of the 2025 NFL season, but concerns continue mounting beyond ongoing injury problems. Quarterback Brock Purdy has struggled with consistency, missing time with injuries and delivering uneven performances when ava...

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - NOVEMBER 02: Drake Maye #10 of the New England Patriots warms up against the Atlanta Falcons in the game at Gillette Stadium on November 02, 2025 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Indianapolis Colts

Colts WR Sees Similarities Between Drake Maye, Daniel Jones

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago Drake Maye has played a significant role in the New England Patriots' success during his second year at quarterback. Meanwhile, Daniel Jones has contributed to an unexpectedly strong season with the Indianapolis Colts. Both signal-callers have drawn comparisons that extend beyond their curren...

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - AUGUST 09: J.J. McCarthy #9 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up prior to the NFL Preseason 2025 game between Houston Texans and Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on August 09, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Minnesota Vikings

Insider Reveals What He's Hearing About J.J. McCarthy's Future

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy remained in the NFL's concussion protocol Wednesday, limited to individual drills and unavailable for full-team activities. His status for this weekend remains uncertain, prompting broader questions about his long-term standing with the organization...

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 08: (L-R) Taylor Lewan, Colin Cowherd, Founder, The Volume, and Jamie Horowitz attend The Volume Super Bowl Party 2023 on February 08, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona.

Colin Cowherd Addresses Recent Bill Belichick Rumor

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago Bill Belichick has almost completed his first season as head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels and remains committed to the program. The six-time Super Bowl champion has publicly rejected speculation about returning to the NFL, yet reports indicate at least two franchises plan to pursue i...

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 16: ESPN football analyst Dan Orlovsky looks on during warmups before a game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on December 16, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Falcons defeated the Raiders 15-9.

Dan Orlovsky Names 2 'Very Attractive' NFL Head Coach Jobs

Justin Hussong • 10 months ago There is a long-standing concept that the NFL stands for "Not For Long," which is often the case for head coaches. All it takes is one bad season to put many coaches on the hot seat, which is why it's common to see upwards of six or seven openings every offseason. Of course, some destinations...

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 02: Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals looks on prior to the NFL Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium on February 02, 2025 in Orlando, Florida.

Cincinnati Bengals

Joe Burrow Speaks Out About Idea Of Sitting Out Games

Justin Hussong • 10 months ago Cincinnati Bengals' quarterback Joe Burrow went down with a toe injury that required surgery in Week 2, and his team has been scrambling to stay alive in his absence. Trading for Joe Flacco provided a bit of relief and helped the team keep its head above water after Jake Browning struggled, b...

Carolina Panthers

Panthers Sign Former Cowboys Defender

Justin Hussong • 10 months ago The Carolina Panthers suffered a tough loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football and once again squandered an opportunity to grab the NFC South by the throat. Carolina fell back to .500 at 6-6 and will have its hands full with the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, who are the leaders...

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 09: Louis Riddick speaks at SiriusXM at Super Bowl LVIII on February 09, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Louis Riddick Reveals What Cowboys Should Do With George Pickens

Justin Hussong • 10 months ago The Dallas Cowboys are firmly back in the mix as an NFC playoff contender after pulling off a thrilling comeback victory over the Philadelphia Eagles last week and overcoming a 21-0 deficit. It was the second consecutive win for the Cowboys after demolishing the Las Vegas Raiders the prior we...

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - SEPTEMBER 07: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates after a touchdown during the NFL 2025 game between San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on September 07, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.

San Francisco 49ers

Nick Wright Sends Warning About The 49ers

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Carolina Panthers in Week 12 to keep pace in the NFC West. The victory wasn't flashy, but it reinforced their standing as a team capable of making noise in the playoffs. Their path forward remains uncertain between a division title and a wild card, yet con...

EUGENE, OREGON - OCTOBER 12: Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach Chip Kelly waves towards the Ohio State fans before the game against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium on October 12, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon.

Las Vegas Raiders

Maxx Crosby Gives Honest Thoughts On Chip Kelly Being Fired

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The Las Vegas Raiders fired Chip Kelly as offensive coordinator following their Week 12 loss to the Cleveland Browns. Throughout the season, Kelly's offense struggled to generate consistent production, and that trend continued against Cleveland. Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby recently gave...

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 15: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers looks on from the sidelines during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Carolina Panthers

Analyst Reveals Biggest Problem With Bryce Young

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The Carolina Panthers face mounting pressure surrounding quarterback Bryce Young's long-term viability with the franchise. Consistent offensive execution remains elusive, and most analysts question whether the team can contend for the playoffs with its current quarterback situation. Analyst J...

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 02: Head coach Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs take the field prior to the game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on November 02, 2025 in Orchard Park, New York.

Kansas City Chiefs

Analyst Makes Bold Playoff Prediction About Chiefs

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The Kansas City Chiefs are facing the real possibility of missing the playoffs for the first time since the 2014 NFL season. With six games remaining, Kansas City needs nearly perfect execution to secure an AFC berth. The margin for error has become thin as the season enters its final stretch...

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 09: Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals celebrates a touchdown scored by Chase Brown #30 against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter in the game at AT&T Stadium on December 09, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.

Cincinnati Bengals

Joe Burrow Reveals His Thoughts About Playing On Thanksgiving

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The Cincinnati Bengals face the Baltimore Ravens on Thanksgiving night in a game with major ramifications for their playoff hopes. Quarterback Joe Burrow is expected to return after missing action due to a toe injury. Ahead of the Week 13 matchup, Burrow revealed his thoughts about playing on...

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 14: J.J. McCarthy #9 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on against the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter in the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Minnesota Vikings

Dan Orlovsky Reveals A Big Problem With J.J. McCarthy

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The Minnesota Vikings selected quarterback J.J. McCarthy at No. 10 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft. Now in his first season as their starter, McCarthy's performance has fallen short of what the organization envisioned when making that decision. Some analysts now believe the Vikings should consi...

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 12: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the first quarter in the game at Levi's Stadium on December 12, 2024 in Santa Clara, California.

San Francisco 49ers

Brock Purdy Draws Harsh Review After Latest Performance

Yagya Bhargava • 10 months ago The San Francisco 49ers may need to evaluate their long-term commitment at quarterback as questions mount around Brock Purdy's consistency. In four starts this season, Purdy has thrown more interceptions (seven) than Mac Jones did in his eight starts (six) while Purdy was injured. In Week 12,...