The Raiders and Texans square off Saturday in a playoff game that might be called The Quarterback Bowl. As in, both these teams are on uncharted roads with their QBs, and neither heads into the week of practice knowing exactly who is going to be taking snaps.
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9 Hue Jackson decisions that defined his first season with the Browns
You can say Hue Jackson’s first season as head coach of the Browns resulted in just one win. But fans got more than that.
Playoff-bound Chiefs get a week to rest
Alex Smith has known all along that he was going to report to the Kansas City Chiefs’ practice facility Monday, and he knew pretty much down to the minute what the rest of the day would entail. In the span of four sweet hours, Smith went from potentially spending the entire week getting ready for a road playoff game to having the rest of it off.
Raiders QB Cook in line to make history if he starts playoff opener
If Cook starts Saturday’s Wild Card playoff game against the Houston Texans, he’d become the first quarterback to make his NFL starting debut in a playoff game. No pressure, kid.
Raiders hoping to have enough healthy bodies for playoff game vs. Texans
In terms of optimism, Raiders coach Jack Del Rio didn’t start off his weekly news conference offering the sunniest picture. As Oakland faces a short week before opening the playoffs with Saturday’s Wild Card round game against the Houston Texans, Del Rio was asked if he was concerned about having enough healthy bodies.
How losing Tony Romo saved the Cowboys’ season
Rather than focus on the team’s less than stellar performance in Philadelphia on New Year’s Day, Jerry Jones sought to put the season into context. To do that, the owner went back nearly five months to reflect on his thoughts.
Raiders head into playoffs with uncertainty at quarterback
Oakland Raiders quarterback Matt McGloin sits on the sideline with an injury during the first half of the team’s NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver. Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook fumbles in the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver.
Broncos LB Zaire Anderson was temporarily paralyzed
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Tyeler Davison to undergo shoulder surgery
Saints defensive tackle Tyeler Davison works in defensive agility drills during the Saints training camp practice Friday in White Sulphur Springs, WVa. Saints defensive tackle Tyeler Davison works in defensive agility drills during the Saints training camp practice Friday in White Sulphur Springs, WVa.
Saints coach Sean Payton tells WWL ‘My plan is definitely to be back here’
New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton yells during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. ORG XMIT: AZMY New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton yells during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz.
Jacksonville Jaguars to interview Falcons OC Kyle Shanahan
Per NFL rule, assistant coaches on teams in the playoffs can only interview while the team is on a bye. Any interview of Shanahan must be conducted prior to the conclusion of the wild-card games this weekend.
Indianapolis Colts coach Chuck Pagano expects to be back in 2017
Indianapolis head coach Chuck Pagano said Monday he has not met with Colts owner Jim Irsay after missing the playoffs for a second straight year but expects to return for the 2017 season. “That’s the plan ,” Pagano told reporters.
Packers, Giants hottest teams in NFC
When the Giants lost at Lambeau Field nearly 3 months ago, they fell to 2-3 on the season, but they responded by winning their next 6 games, and 9 of their final 11. We are all aware that the Packers won their 6th straight game last night to capture the NFC North and earn the right to host the Giants in a Wild Card game here on Sunday. So whose side will big momentum be on Sunday? “I think both teams come into this game with a lot of momentum, a lot of confidence, and with that it is going to be an excellent competition.
Fans celebrate Badgers win in Cotton Bowl
There was plenty to cheer about at the Bad Badger Sports Bar in downtown Appleton Monday afternoon- where fans gathered to watch the Cotton Bowl and the Badgers pull out a win over previously undefeated Western Michigan. Dave Salvo of Freedom said,”Badgers, yeah, I knew they were having a good game, good season, loved them, wanted to see them win, and they came out and pulled it off.”
3 released in Dakota Access pipeline stadium protest
Three people who were arrested after Dakota Access pipeline protesters rappelled from the roof of the Minnesota Vikings’ stadium to unfurl a banner were released from jail Monday with charges pending. The Vikings’ season finale against the Chicago Bears was not interrupted by the protest Sunday, but eight rows of fans seated below the banner at U.S. Bank Stadium were cleared as a precaution.
Broncos begin head coaching search; request interview with Falcons OC Kyle Shanahan
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Bengals receiver A.J. Green won’t play in Pro Bowl
Bengals receiver A.J. Green says his injured right hamstring is feeling good, but he won’t play in the Pro Bowl. Green severely strained the hamstring on Nov. 20 and didn’t play the rest of the season.
York: 49ers need culture change after firing coach, GM
Two years after asking to be held accountable if his San Francisco 49ers fall short of winning the Super Bowl, team CEO Jed York was back on stage having fired two more coaches, a general manager, and seen his team post a 7-25 record. York apologized Monday for a 2-14 record this season that he called embarrassing, and repeatedly said the organization needed a “clean slate” in order to re-establish a “championship culture.”
Jed York: Paraag Marathe will be involved in search process, coach/GM structure un-settled
Jed York spoke to the media on Monday to discuss the next steps in the San Francisco 49ers GM and coach search process. York did not get into a lot of specifics, but he did offer a few nuggets of how the process will go.
POLL: What Should the Jets Do with Revis?
Revis has been a topic of conversation all season long. His play has dropped off and his age is catching up with him.
Denver Broncos: John Elway alludes to wanting young head coach
The Denver Broncos are underway with a new head coach search, and John Elway alluded to the team seeking a bright, young mind As Gary Kubiak made an emotional exit from his position as the Denver Broncos head coach, John Elway has begun the preliminary search for someone to take his place. Elway alluded to the fact that the Broncos want to go young with their next head coach, which makes sense given his first two hires and how each of those worked out.
Packers attracting most Super Bowl bets in Vegas; big money on Pats
The New England Patriots are the clear-cut favorites to win the Super Bowl heading into the playoffs, but bettors have been siding with the Green Bay Packers all season. The Patriots are listed at 7-5 to win the Super Bowl at the Westgate SuperBook, followed by the Dallas Cowboys at 7-2.
Redskins OC Sean McVay to Interview for Rams Head Coaching Job
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Alshon Jeffery Guarantees Chicago Bears Will Win Super Bowl Next Year for Some Reason
Decades ago, Joe Namath became a legend by guaranteeing his New York Jets would beat the favored Baltimore Colts in the Super Bowl. Broadway Joe’s bold claim came just a few days before the big game.
Gary Kubiak Makes Broncos Resignation Official in Monday Letter
While it was a foregone conclusion at the end of the Broncos game Sunday, coach Gary Kubiak has made his resignation official in a Monday morning press release. The press release, obtained by Denver 7 , focuses on the health issues that have plagued Kubiak this season as the main factor in his decision.
Broncos coach Gary Kubiak officially steps down
Denver Broncos coach Gary Kubiak waves as he walks off the field after the team’s NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver. The Broncos won 24-6.
Cotton Bowl: Western Michigan vs. Wisconsin | NFL Draft prospects Eagles should watch
Several top NFL Draft prospects at positions that could interest the Eagles will be playing in Monday’s Cotton Bowl Classic between Western Michigan and Wisconsin. Scroll through this slideshow for a look at the players to keep an eye on.
Cowboys To Host Divisional Playoff Game Jan. 15
Ezekiel Elliott of the Dallas Cowboys takes a knee in the end zone before a game at AT&T Stadium. After the Wild Card Round, Dallas – the NFC’s top seed – will host the lowest-seeded team at 3:30 p.m. Jan. 15 at AT&T Stadium.
Dick Clark Productions Rejects Mariah Carey’s Sabotage Claim
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Chargers assigned No. 7 overall draft pick
The Chargers lose to the Chiefs, finishing their season 5-11 and fire head coach Mike McCoy following the game. Sportswriters Kevin Acee and Michael Gehlken discuss the atmosphere at the game and the team’s future in San Diego.
Kirk Cousins’ interception leaves Washington out as NFL play-off field is set
Kirk Cousins threw a late interception as the Washington Redskins blew their chance at a play-off place with a 19-10 home loss to the New York Giants on the final day of the NFL’s regular season. Facing a team with nothing to play for, the Redskins were their own worst enemy in a listless performance.
The NFL playoff bracket is now set
The Green Bay Packers beat the Detroit Lions in the “Sunday Night Football” matchup and now we know all 12 seeds for when the NFL playoffs begin next weekend. By beating the Lions, the Packers won the NFC North and will host the New York Giants in the Wild Card round.
After loss, 49ers’ Colin Kaepernick gets to consider his future
Quarterback Colin Kaepernick scrambles under pressure from Seattle’s Bobby Wagner in the first half. Kaepernick and the 49ers were impressive early on, taking a 14-3 lead before losing.
49ers fire coach Chip Kelly, GM Trent Baalke
The San Francisco 49ers fired coach Chip Kelly and general manager Trent Baalke on Sunday in the latest overhaul for a franchise that has fallen from perennial Super Bowl contender to the bottom of the standings in three seasons. Team CEO Jed York announced the moves just hours after the Niners matched a franchise record for losses in a season by losing the finale to Seattle 25-23.
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers reacts on the bench after …
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers reacts on the bench after an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Detroit. The Packers defeated the Lions 31-24.
Raiders lose game, QB, division, bye
Oakland Raiders quarterback Connor Cook passes against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Denver. Cook came into the game after Raiders quarterback Matt McGloin was injured.
Browns do it the hard way to win top draft pick
If anything, owner Jimmy Haslam is doubling down on his bet that Jackson, general manager Sashi Brown and the rest of the front office are the right people to turn things around. The revolving door that’s been an offseason fixture since Haslam bought the team in 2012 is stopping, even after a 27-24 overtime loss to the backup-laden Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday that left the Browns an NFL-worst 1-15.
Rodgers-led Packers beat Lions 31-24 to win NFC North
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers stiff arms Detroit Lions defensive tackle A’Shawn Robinson during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Detroit. Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers stiff arms Detroit Lions defensive tackle A’Shawn Robinson during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Detroit.
Redskins QB Cousins’ 2 picks in loss to NYG set up intrigue
Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins walk through the tunnel before an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins walk through the tunnel before an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017.
Miami Dolphins still considering Ryan Tannehill return for playoffs
The Dolphins have not ruled out a Ryan Tannehill comeback and remain open to him playing in the playoffs if he’s medically cleared. Tannehill sprained the ACL and MCL in his left knee Dec. 11 and hasn’t practiced since.