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Taylor Heinicke #4 of the NFC Washington Football Team celebrates after defeating the Seattle Seahawks at FedExField on November 29, 2021 in Landover, Maryland.

Breaking Down The Race For The Final NFC Playoff Spot

The race to the NFL playoffs always goes down to the wire each year, and this season is no different. The postseason picture is starting to take shape, and some teams have practically saved their spot. However, there are still teams trying to make it in, hoping that their rivals

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

Derrick Henry #22 of the NFL Tennessee Titans carries the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field on September 19, 2021 in Seattle, Washington.

3 Most Disappointing NFL Injuries In 2021

It's a miracle for NFL players to finish a season without missing any games due to physical inability. They play one of the most violent sports globally and any play can lead to season or career-ending injuries. These players train hard every day to prepare their bodies for the i

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

Mac Jones #10 of the New England Patriots looks to pass the ball against the Tennessee Titans during the game at Gillette Stadium on November 28, 2021 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

New England Patriots

Is Mac Jones An NFL MVP Candidate?

Could it be that the New England Patriots and quarterback Mac Jones were a match made in heaven? The six-time Super Bowl champions did not trade up to acquire the play-caller from Alabama. The teams that went before either drafted other quarterbacks or selected players for differ

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

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Head coach Matt Rhule of the Carolina Panthers walks off the field after beating the Atlanta Falcons 19-13 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 31, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Ben Donahue • 2 years ago As the 2021 NFL season dawned, the Carolina Panthers looked poised to have a breakout year. The team was moving on from quarterback Teddy Bridgewater and added former New York Jets signal-caller Sam Darnold. Carolina also made a number of solid picks in the 2021 NFL Draft includi

NFL Quarterback Justin Herbert #10 of the Los Angeles Chargers directs his team at the line during the fourth quarter in the game against the Dallas Cowboys at SoFi Stadium on September 19, 2021 in Inglewood, California.

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Joe Burrow #9 of the NFL Cincinnati Bengals leads a huddle during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on October 17, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan.

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Joe Burrow Not Satisfied With Sweeping The Steelers

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Kendrick Bourne #84 of the New England Patriots celebrates with Mac Jones #10 after Bourne scored on a third quarter touchdown against the Tennessee Titans at Gillette Stadium on November 28, 2021 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

New England Patriots

3 Reasons The Patriots Are Legitimate Super Bowl Contenders

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Head coach Sean Payton of the New Orleans Saints reviews plays against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on November 21, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

New Orleans Saints

Saints May Finally Be Making A Bold Move At QB

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Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams is sacked by Kenny Clark #97 of the Green Bay Packers during the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field on November 28, 2021 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Green Bay Packers

Packers Assert NFC Dominance Against The Rams

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

Green Bay Packers

Packers Assert NFC Dominance Against The Rams

Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams is sacked by Kenny Clark #97 of the Green Bay Packers during the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field on November 28, 2021 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago Say what you want about Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, but he leads his team to victory more often than not. Injured toe and all, the 37-year-old starter led the Packers to victory against the Los Angeles Rams. https://twitter.com/packers/status/1465100103849500673

Christian McCaffrey #22 of the Carolina Panthers walks back to the locker room after Carolina was defeated by Miami 33-10 at Hard Rock Stadium on November 28, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Carolina Panthers

Panthers Provide Worst-Case Scenario Update On Christian McCaffrey

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Head coach Kliff Kingsbury of the Arizona Cardinals looks on before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on November 21, 2021 in Seattle, Washington.

Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury Targeted By Top College Program

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on as he walks off the field after his team's loss against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on November 28, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Philadelphia Eagles

Jalen Hurts Can't Seem To Get Consistent Results In 2021

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers throws the ball during the first half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium on November 28, 2021 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Pittsburgh Steelers

Should The Steelers Bench Ben Roethlisberger?

Mark Bergin • 2 years ago

Pittsburgh Steelers

Should The Steelers Bench Ben Roethlisberger?

Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers throws the ball during the first half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium on November 28, 2021 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Mark Bergin • 2 years ago Father time is undefeated. Ben Roethlisberger, 39, is in his 18th season with the Pittsburgh Steelers and in the final year of his contract. It’s clear Big Ben’s best days are behind him at this phase of his career. However, the Steelers (5-5-1) are best served to stick wi

Cleveland Browns

Browns Make Unfortunate History In Sunday Night Loss

Quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens r with the ball against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium on November 28, 2021 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago The Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens engaged in an ugly meeting Sunday night. The final was 16-10 in favor of the Ravens in a game that featured six total turnovers, 10 penalties, and all-around confusion from both sides. But it was the Browns who made history in the worst w

Footballs on the field before the NFL game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium on September 26, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Raiders defeated the Dolphins 31-28 in overtime.

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The Maryland Terrapins play against the Michigan Wolverines in the first half at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium on November 20, 2021 in College Park, Maryland.

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Ezekiel Elliott #21 of the Dallas Cowboys walks the field prior to the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Dallas Cowboys at Arrowhead Stadium on November 21, 2021 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Insider Provides Insight To Cowboys' Plans With Ezekiel Elliott

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Insider Provides Insight To Cowboys' Plans With Ezekiel Elliott

Ezekiel Elliott #21 of the Dallas Cowboys walks the field prior to the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Dallas Cowboys at Arrowhead Stadium on November 21, 2021 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Wendi Oliveros • 2 years ago The Dallas Cowboys are 7-4 and in first place in the NFC East; they have lost two straight games. By this point in the season, all teams and players are banged up. The Cowboys are no different. Most often, players are playing through the injuries. That seemed to be the stra

Jerry Jones Comments On Cowboys' Thanksgiving Day Loss

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A fan looks on during a game between the Detroit Lions and the Chicago Bears at Ford Field on November 25, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan.

Lions May Have Locked Up No. 1 Overall Pick

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago

Baker Mayfield #6 of the NFL Cleveland Browns warms up before the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on November 14, 2021 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

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Aaron Rodgers #12 of the NFL Green Bay Packers runs for yards during a game against the Washington Football Team at Lambeau Field on October 24, 2021 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Green Bay Packers

Aaron Rodgers' Status Has Not Changed Even Without Practice

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Green Bay Packers

Aaron Rodgers' Status Has Not Changed Even Without Practice

Aaron Rodgers #12 of the NFL Green Bay Packers runs for yards during a game against the Washington Football Team at Lambeau Field on October 24, 2021 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago The Green Bay Packers don't seem too concerned about the fact that Aaron Rodgers is dealing with a fractured toe. Everyone in the organization may just be glad he is finally being forthright about an ailment. Rodgers has not been practicing since his return from the COVID/Reserve

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Antonio Brown Recovery Timetable Remains On Track

Antonio Brown #81 and Chris Godwin #14 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins during the second quarter at Raymond James Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Tampa, Florida.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans may have been holding out some hope that Antonio Brown could return this week. He has not played since October 14, which is a tough blow for the Buccaneers offense as he had 418 yards in five games played. An ankle injury has been the culprit and from th

Dawson Knox #88 of the NFL Buffalo Bills celebrates a win over New Orleans Saints with fans at Caesars Superdome on November 25, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Bills TE Dawson Knox Struggles With Turkey After Thanksgiving Win

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Daniel Carlson #2 of the Las Vegas Raiders celebrates after victory in the NFL match between Las Vegas Raiders and Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on November 25, 2021 in Arlington, Texas.

Road Teams Continue NFL Thanksgiving Domination

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago

Head coach Joe Judge of the New York Giants looks on during the game against the Denver Broncos during the first half at MetLife Stadium on September 12, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

New York Giants

Giants Breaking NFL Media Rule Ahead Of Week 12

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T.J. Hockenson #88 of the Detroit Lions catches a touchdown pass against the Chicago Bears during the third quarter at Ford Field on November 25, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan.

Lions Prove They Are Going Winless With Thanksgiving Loss

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Taysom Hill #7 of the New Orleans Saints during pregame against the Washington Football Team at FedExField on October 10, 2021 in Landover, Maryland.

New Orleans Saints

3 Potential Roles For Taysom Hill With The Saints

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New Orleans Saints

3 Potential Roles For Taysom Hill With The Saints

Taysom Hill #7 of the New Orleans Saints during pregame against the Washington Football Team at FedExField on October 10, 2021 in Landover, Maryland.

Lawrence Fernandez • 2 years ago Even the New Orleans Saints couldn’t determine Taysom Hill’s exact worth by offering him one of the strangest contracts in NFL history. Regardless of the total amount he will get, the hybrid player can still get a ton of money even if he’s playing spot minutes. His contract

Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates a win over the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 26, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan.

Baltimore Ravens

2 Reasons Ravens Should Let Lamar Jackson Rest In Week 12

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Quarterback Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up before the start of the Eagles and Tampa Bay Buccaneers game at Lincoln Financial Field on October 14, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Philadelphia Eagles

Jalen Hurts Is Now The Answer At QB For The Eagles

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Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers scrambles with the ball in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 21, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Green Bay Packers

Should Packers Fans Be Worried About Aaron Rodgers' Injury?

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Quarterback Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals throws against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on November 21, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Cincinnati Bengals

Joe Burrow Shares His Thoughts On Some Bengals Disrespect

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Cincinnati Bengals

Joe Burrow Shares His Thoughts On Some Bengals Disrespect

Quarterback Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals throws against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on November 21, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Steven Kubitza • 2 years ago Joe Burrow has brought a brand new attitude to the Cincinnati Bengals. He has also brought a winning record, as the Bengals enter Week 12 at 6-4 on the season. Cincinnati is not a franchise that is going to be put in the national spotlight often. At least not yet. But there