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ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Chiefs QB Minshew avoids ACL tear, sources say
Chiefs quarterback Gardner Minshew does not have a torn ACL, as the team initially feared, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Fan denies using slur during incident with Metcalf
The fan involved in the altercation with the Steelers' DK Metcalf on Sunday denied using a slur during the incident, according to a statement issued by a Michigan law firm.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Glenn to frustrated Jets fans: 'We have a plan'
Aaron Glenn is asking frustrated Jets fans for patience, telling them "we have a plan" and not to "let go of the rope."

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Veteran Stefon Diggs shone when Patriots needed him most: 'Prime time is my time'
After a quiet last month for Diggs, he showed out against the Ravens to secure the Patriots a playoff spot.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Odds: Jaguars big favorites at Colts, 49ers favored over Bears
Here are the odds, spreads and totals for every game in Week 17.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Early Week 17 bets: Back Steelers to win AFC North, Lions to keep playoff hopes alive
Which lines offered value once odds came out? Here are games we are eyeing for bets going into Week 17.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Seahawks LB Hall's appeal of 1-game ban fails
Seahawks outside linebacker Derick Hall's one game suspension without pay for an act of unnecessary roughness and unsportsmanlike conduct has been upheld by hearing officer Ramon Foster.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Playoff picture projections: Updated odds for every team trying to reach the postseason
We are following the 2025 season's playoff picture. Here's how things look right now for wild-card spots, division races and even the draft order.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

How Week 16 reset the race for the AFC and NFC 1-seeds: Barnwell on NFL's best teams
Will the Broncos hold off the Patriots in the AFC? Can the Seahawks stay ahead of the Rams in the NFC?

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Inside the wildest dadgum comeback in NFL history
Yes, Philip Rivers unretired and is now the starting QB for a team in the playoff race. No, this is not a movie.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Free agent pickups: Load up on Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 17
All the free agent options worth adding as we dive into Week 17 and the fantasy football championships.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Buzz: Omarion Hampton trending up and more notes from Week 16
Hampton is getting more work, Saquon Barkley is getting it done on the ground, and more takeaways.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

How Week 16 reset the race for the AFC and NFC 1-seeds: Barnwell on the NFL's best teams
Will the Broncos hold off the Patriots in the AFC and get the first-round bye in the playoffs? Can the Seahawks stay ahead of the Rams in the NFC?

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Tracking the playoff picture: Updated chances to clinch open spots, win division titles
Here's how things look right now for wild-card spots, division races and even the draft order.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

?? The biggest overreactions for Week 16 games
Did a lopsided loss expose Denver? Should Bowles be done? Should DK Metcalf have sat? We overreact to Week 16, plus fantasy football takes.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

How Week 16 shook up both 1-seed races: Barnwell sizes up the Seahawks, Rams, Broncos and Patriots
Will the Broncos hold off the Patriots in the AFC and get the first-round bye in the playoffs? Can the Seahawks stay ahead of the Rams in the NFC?

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Tracking the NFL playoff picture: Updated chances to clinch open spots, win division titles
Here's how things look right now for wild-card spots, division races and even the draft order.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Week 17 odds: Jaguars big favorites at Colts, 49ers favored over Bears
Week 17 features critical matchups with the NFL playoffs approaching. Here are the odds, spreads and totals for every game.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Missed tackles, third-down struggles doom the Broncos defense: 'We didn't execute'
Denver's 11-game win streak fizzled against the Jaguars, as the defense couldn't seem to get off the field. Should the Broncos be concerned?

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Browns' Carson Schwesinger's path from walk-on to rookie star
The rookie linebacker has gone from an overlooked recruit at UCLA to a foundational standout for Cleveland.

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Robert Saleh wants to be a head coach again -- but isn't desperate after 49ers return
Saleh has the 49ers' defense staying afloat amid injuries and offseason turnover. Could he leave this offseason?

ESPN NFL
Dec 22, 2025

Maye rallies Pats after last week's 'wake-up call'
A week after failing to lead a game-winning drive against Buffalo, Patriots QB Drake Maye was given the same opportunity Sunday night at Baltimore -- and this time he delivered one of the signature performances of his career to clinch a playoff spot.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Our reporters make sense of Week 16: Statement wins for Patriots, Jaguars, Panthers, Steelers, Bears
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 16 game. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Sources: Broncos' Bryant discharged from hospital
Pat Bryant was discharged from an area hospital Sunday night after being diagnosed with a concussion, but cleared of other major injuries, following a big hit in the final minute of the team's 34-20 loss to the Jaguars, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Lions own loss after late OPI calls: 'It's on us'
The Detroit Lions owned their big loss after late offensive pass interference calls, with coach Dan Campbell saying, "It's on us."

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Back injury forces Ravens' Jackson from SNF loss
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson left Sunday night's game against the Patriots late in the first half because of a back injury. He was replaced by Tyler Huntley.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Two vulnerable NFL sack records: Tracking pace for Myles Garrett (22!), Broncos' D (63!)
The Browns' vet edge rusher and Denver's defense are in contention to rewrite the single-season sacks record book.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Steelers' Metcalf shoves fan during game in Detroit
Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf was involved in an altercation with a fan at Ford Field during the second quarter of Sunday's 29-24 win over the Detroit Lions.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Broncos WR Bryant in hospital, has movement
Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant was taken by ambulance to an area hospital Sunday night but had movement in his extremities following a big hit in the final minute of Sunday's 34-20 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Defiant Jags shift narrative, beat 1-seed Broncos
After a narrative-changing victory over the top-seeded Broncos in Denver, the Jaguars say they don't want anyone jumping on the bandwagon now.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Let's overreact to NFL Week 16: Broncos won't be the 1-seed? Macdonald is COY?
Did lopsided loss expose Denver? Should Bowles be done? We overreact to Week 16, plus fantasy takes.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

'Chaos': Aaron Rodgers' one-word take of Steelers-Lions tops Week 16 quotes
With the playoff race heating up, Week 16 gave fans highlight plays and headline-worthy quotes.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Follow live: Patriots look to clinch playoff berth with win over Ravens
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ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

With Lions' loss, Bears clinch first playoff berth in 5 years
The Bears' thrilling OT win over the Packers on Saturday was their 11th, and set them up for a playoff berth.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Our reporters make sense of Week 16: Statement wins for the Jaguars, Panthers, Steelers, Bears
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 16 game. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Are Broncos vulnerable? Is Todd Bowles' job in jeopardy? Let's overreact to Week 16
Did lopsided loss expose Denver? Should Bowles be done? We overreact to Week 16, plus fantasy takes.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Bengals, Burrow, 'having fun' again, roll past Fins
Joe Burrow was "having fun" again Sunday as he and the rest of the Cincinnati Bengals rolled in a 45-21 victory over the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Olave: Weighed retirement due to concussions
Saints WR Chris Olave said he contemplated retiring from football last season after sustaining several concussions in 2024. He returned in 2025 and has enjoyed a "great year" that included 10 catches for a career-high 149 yards and two TDs on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Panthers outlast Bucs to take lead in NFC South
The Panthers defeated the Buccaneers on Sunday to take the lead in the NFC South and move one win away from clinching a playoff berth.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Jones: Cowboys 'underachieved' in 2025 season
Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones expressed his disappointment Sunday with how the season has gone for his team.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Hand injury latest ailment for Vikes QB McCarthy
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy suffered a hand injury in Sunday's game against the Giants.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Bills' Allen says foot fine despite in-game X-ray
Josh Allen said he "tweaked" his foot but the pain subsided, allowing him to play throughout the second half of Sunday's win in Cleveland.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Rookie Ewers expected to remain Dolphins' QB1
Dolphins quarterback Quinn Ewers is expected to continue to start after coach Mike McDaniel said he "earned" the opportunity.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Steelers' Metcalf throws punch at fan in Detroit
Steelers wideout DK Metcalf threw a punch at a fan hanging over the railing at Ford Field in the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Lions in Detroit.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Packers' Willis also ailing with Love in protocol
While Jordan Love remains in the concussion protocol, his backup, Malik Willis, is dealing with a shoulder injury suffered in Saturday's loss to the Bears.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Follow live: Lions aim to keep playoff hopes alive vs. Steelers
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ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Week 16 winners and losers: Brown, Lawrence, Nacua lead the way; Allen, Jacobs fizzle
Chase Brown, Trevor Lawrence and Puka Nakua led the way with big Week 16 performances, while Josh Allen, Josh Jacobs and Amon-Ra St. Brown were among the biggest disappointments.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Week 16 winners and losers: Brown, Olave, Nacua lead the way; Allen, Jacobs fizzle
Chase Brown, Puka Nakua and Chris Olave led the way with big Week 16 performances, while Josh Allen, Josh Jacobs and Baker Mayfield were among the biggest disappointments.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

'Tis the szn': Chargers troll Cowboys multiple times after victory
Even with the holidays coming up, NFL teams remained their petty selves in Week 16.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

As Chiefs collapse continues, lost 2025 season could be a blessing in disguise
While this shouldn't be a full teardown and rebuild, the Chiefs could retool and search for new ideas.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Big wins for the Bengals, Bears and Eagles? Our reporters make sense of Week 16
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 16 game. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Big wins for the Panthers, Bears and Eagles? Our reporters make sense of Week 16
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 16 game. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

QB McCarthy suffers hand injury in Vikings' win
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy suffered a hand injury in Sunday's game against the Giants.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Sources: Chiefs fear Minshew suffered ACL tear
One week after losing starter Patrick Mahomes to an ACL tear, Chiefs quarterback Gardner Minshew is feared to have suffered a torn ACL, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

RB Judkins has dislocated ankle, fractured fibula
Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins suffered a dislocated ankle and fractured fibula in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Buffalo Bills, coach Kevin Stefanski said.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Vikings RB Mason suffers ankle injury vs. Giants
Vikings running back Jordan Mason was ruled out against the Giants because of an ankle injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Browns standout rookie RB Judkins carted off
Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins left Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills on a cart after suffering a right leg injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

?? Playoff picture: Updated projections, chances
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up -- and who will win divisions -- en route to Super Bowl LX.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Chiefs down to QB3 after Minshew injured, exits
Chiefs quarterback Gardner Minshew sustained a left knee injury in the opening minute vs. the Titans, left the game before halftime and was ruled out.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Bengals WR Higgins to play against Dolphins
Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins will play against the Dolphins after clearing the concussion protocol.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Playoff picture: Updated projections, chances to make the postseason
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up -- and who will win divisions -- en route to Super Bowl LX.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Week 16 inactives: Status of Marvin Harrison Jr., Woody Marks and others
Updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

How will Drake Maye, Patriots bounce back against the Ravens?
Maye said he has learned from the loss to the Bills and is focused on Baltimore.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Will Cowboys consider sitting Dak Prescott down the stretch?
Prescott wants to 'take the field with my brothers,' but do Jerry Jones and Brian Schottenheimer agree he should?

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Week 16 inactives: Status of Tee Higgins, Marvin Harrison Jr. and others
Updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Williams' OT magic caps Bears' latest comeback
Caleb Williams capped his NFL-leading sixth comeback win from a fourth-quarter deficit with a thrilling 46-yard TD pass to DJ Moore to stun the Packers 22-16 in overtime.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Pack lose Love to concussion, unravel in OT loss
Packers quarterback Jordan Love suffered a concussion on a helmet-to-helmet hit, and Green Bay blew a 10-point lead late in the fourth quarter of Saturday's crucial overtime loss to the Bears.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Bucs activate JPP, could play 1st game since '23
The Buccaneers are elevating LB Jason Pierre-Paul, who hasn't played in the regular season since 2023, from the practice squad for Sunday's game.

ESPN NFL
Dec 21, 2025

Inside the Bears' wild comeback win over the Packers in OT
Caleb Williams, Cairo Santos, DJ Moore and Jahdae Walker were key parts of a wild night in Chicago.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

'Been There, Won That': Eagles clinch NFC East
The Eagles clinched their second straight NFC East title by beating the Commanders 29-18 on Saturday night.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Eagles go for 2, igniting brawl; Sirianni backs play
An on-field fight resulted in three players being ejected in Saturday's Eagles-Commanders game after Philadelphia, up by 17 late in the fourth quarter, decided to go for a 2-point conversion.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Questions, takeaways from NFL Week 16: Resilient Bears pull out OT thriller; Eagles repeat as NFC East champs
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 16 game. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Packers' Love concussed after hard hit vs. Bears
Jordan Love was ruled out against the Bears with a concussion after he took a helmet hit.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Follow live: Willis finds Doubs for 33-yard TD to extend Packers' lead
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ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Follow live: Packers and Bears face off in late-season NFC North showdown
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ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Eagles beat Commanders to clinch NFC East again
The Eagles clinched their second straight NFC East title by beating the Commanders 29-18 on Saturday night.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Questions, takeaways from Week 16: Eagles run away from Washington to clinch division
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 16 game. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

49ers' Pearsall, Green ruled out Monday vs. Colts
The San Francisco 49ers will be without receiver Ricky Pearsall and cornerback Renardo Green on Monday night against the Indianapolis Colts.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Vikings' team plane returns to airport after takeoff
The Vikings' charter plane experienced mechanical issues shortly after takeoff Saturday afternoon and returned to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, a team spokesman confirmed.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Sources: Fins tried Burrow trade before '20 draft
The Dolphins offered the Bengals four first-round picks in 2020 for the No. 1 selection and the ability to take Burrow, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Follow live: Commanders hold lead after Jake Elliott misses another FG
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ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Buzz: What to expect from Watson if he plays Saturday at Chicago
Things are trending towards Christian Watson playing. Stephania Bell looks at what to expect from the receiver.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Colts' Buckner back from IR; Gardner out again
The Colts are getting DT DeForest Buckner back from injured reserve but will be without CB Sauce Gardner again vs. the 49ers on Monday night.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Bucs activate Pierre-Paul for game vs. Panthers
The Buccaneers are elevating LB Jason Pierre-Paul, who hasn't played in the regular season since 2023, from the practice squad for Sunday's game.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Giants put LB Thibodeaux on IR, ending his season
New York Giants outside linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux had his season end prematurely Saturday when he was placed on injured reserve.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Lions put S Joseph on IR; activate OL Mahogany
The Lions have placed veteran safety Kerby Joseph on the injured reserve list while activating OL Christian Mahogany, the team announced on Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Sources: Rams fire ST coordinator after TNF loss
The Rams have fired special teams coordinator Chase Blackburn, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Cowboys activate Diggs ahead of Chargers game
The Cowboys activated Trevon Diggs off injured reserve on Saturday, giving the two-time Pro Bowl cornerback the opportunity to play Sunday against the Chargers.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Did you know there are 13 active former No. 1 picks in the NFL? We examine them all
Matthew Stafford, Myles Garrett are having the best seasons of all 13 of the former No. 1 picks currently in the NFL.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Saturday special: How to bet Eagles-Commanders and Packers-Bears, plus DFS picks
The Eagles can clinch the NFC East, and the winner of Packers-Bears will lead the NFC North. Here are the odds, game picks, prop plays and daily fantasy tips for the games.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Rams collapse against the Seahawks -- what that means for their playoff seeding?
The loss to the Seahawks was the second time the Rams have blown a large lead this season.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

How Bears DC Dennis Allen has created a takeaway machine
The Bears lead the NFL in takeaways differential (plus-20), interceptions (21) and total takeaways (30). Here's why.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Last-minute prep on NFL Week 16: We have sleepers, QB questions, trends to watch and more
Fantasy upside for J.J. McCarthy and Tyler Shough? An advantage for the Bears' rushing attack? Upset brewing in Commanders-Eagles? Let's look at Week 16.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Our guide to every game: Matchup previews, predictions and what's at stake
Can Dallas still make the postseason? Picks, predictions and stats for every Week 16 game.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

150 prospects, 12 schools, 7 rounds: We stacked players in the CFP by NFL draft stock
We picked out every CFP player who could factor into the 2026 NFL draft and slotted them by stock.

ESPN NFL
Dec 20, 2025

Will your team make the playoffs? Simulate the rest of the regular season
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ESPN NFL
Dec 19, 2025

Cards' Harrison feels 'good enough' to face Falcons
Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. said his injured heel is "good enough to go" for him to return on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons after missing the past two games.

ESPN NFL
Dec 19, 2025

Falcons expect WR London to play vs. Cardinals
Falcons wide receiver Drake London, out the past four games with a strained left PCL, is expected to play against the Cardinals, according to coach Raheem Morris.

ESPN NFL
Dec 19, 2025

Kelce to play final 3 games as he ponders future
Despite the Chiefs getting eliminated from the NFL's postseason last week, Travis Kelce, the team's star tight end, plans to play in each of the final three games this season.

ESPN NFL
Dec 19, 2025

Steelers' Watt remains sidelined against Lions
After not practicing again this week, T.J. Watt will miss his second straight game when the Steelers face the Lions.

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