These Broncos are actually surrendering fewer points per game than last year’s version that brought home the Lombardi Trophy . They limited Tom Brady to 16 completions and the Patriots to 16 points on Sunday, but their sputtering offence and atrocious special teams again couldn’t match the effort.
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The Latest: Cowboys’ Witten tops TO for 7th on catches list
Witten caught a 6-yard pass from rookie Dak Prescott early in the second quarter to pass Owens with his 1,079th catch. He had two more catches on that touchdown drive and finished the first half with eight catches for 47 yards, giving him 1,084 for his career.
Jaguars fire Gus Bradley after team blows late lead to Houston
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley was fired Sunday after the Jaguars lost 21-20 to Houston. Although two weeks earlier than expected, the ax fell on Jaguars coach Gus Bradley late Sunday afternoon after the team’s ninth consecutive loss and with two games remaining in the franchise’s most disappointing season.
Bucs Postseason Chances Remain Strong
NFC Playoff Picture Update: The Buccaneers saw their winning streak snapped Sunday in Dallas but still have several optimistic avenues to the postseason. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers saw their five-game winning streak come to an end on Sunday night in Dallas, but their playoff hopes are still very much alive.
Buccaneers Fall to Cowboys in Week 15
The Buccaneers dropped to 8-6 on Sunday when they fell, 26-20, to the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. The Bucs went into halftime trailing, 17-6, but came on strong in the second half.
Boswell’s 6 Field Goals Lead Steelers Over Bengals 24-20
The Steelers took control of the AFC North by doing a little bit of everything during a month-long winning streak: throwing it, running it, playing some steely defense. Their fifth straight victory came a whole new way.
Mariota salvages miserable day, Titans’ playoff hopes
Marcus Mariota had never played in weather colder than 75 degrees during high school, and never in temperatures bellows 40 degrees during his college days at Oregon. So when he took the field at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, and it was 1 degree with a wind chill of minus-9, perhaps it made sense the Tennessee Titans quarterback would get off to a chilly start.
Mariota salvages miserable day, Titans’ playoff hopes
Marcus Mariota had never played in weather colder than 75 degrees during high school, and never in temperatures bellows 40 degrees during his college days at Oregon. So when he took the field at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, and it was 1 degree with a wind chill of minus-9, perhaps it made sense the Tennessee Titans quarterback would get off to a chilly start.
Packers, Giants, Titans improve playoff hopes
The Packers are right back in the mix for an NFC North title thanks to a last-second win over the Bears and help from the Giants , who beat the Lions and put pressure on the Cowboys in the NFC East. The Chiefs temporarily lost control of their division championship hopes, and all three teams vying for first place in the AFC South got big wins.
Packers, Giants, Titans improve playoff hopes
The Packers are right back in the mix for an NFC North title thanks to a last-second win over the Bears and help from the Giants , who beat the Lions and put pressure on the Cowboys in the NFC East. The Chiefs temporarily lost control of their division championship hopes, and all three teams vying for first place in the AFC South got big wins.
Succop’s winning FG gives Titans 19-17 win over former team
Ryan Succop wasn’t offended when Titans coach Mike Mularkey elected to go for a 2-point conversion and the win Sunday rather than let him attempt the tying extra point against the Chiefs. The kicker who lost his job in Kansas City to an undrafted rookie in training camp a few years ago spoiled what was nearly a banner day for the Chiefs.
Succop’s winning FG gives Titans 19-17 win over former team
Ryan Succop wasn’t offended when Titans coach Mike Mularkey elected to go for a 2-point conversion and the win Sunday rather than let him attempt the tying extra point against the Chiefs. The kicker who lost his job in Kansas City to an undrafted rookie in training camp a few years ago spoiled what was nearly a banner day for the Chiefs.
Vikings defense shredded in backbreaking loss to Colts
The Minnesota Vikings have leaned on their ferocious, fiery defense all season long to hang around the playoff field in the NFC. Andrew Luck threw for 250 yards and two touchdowns, shredding the league’s second-ranked defense in the Indianapolis Colts’ 34-6 victory over the Vikings on Sunday.
Vikings defense shredded in backbreaking loss to Colts
The Minnesota Vikings have leaned on their ferocious, fiery defense all season long to hang around the playoff field in the NFC. Andrew Luck threw for 250 yards and two touchdowns, shredding the league’s second-ranked defense in the Indianapolis Colts’ 34-6 victory over the Vikings on Sunday.
Eagles’ decision to go for 2 gets them 1 disappointing loss
In a season filled with defeats, the Philadelphia Eagles were presented with the opportunity Sunday to pull off an upset. After rookie quarterback Carson Wentz ran for a touchdown to get Philadelphia to 27-26 with 4 seconds left, Pederson used his last timeout.
Eagles’ decision to go for 2 gets them 1 disappointing loss
In a season filled with defeats, the Philadelphia Eagles were presented with the opportunity Sunday to pull off an upset. After rookie quarterback Carson Wentz ran for a touchdown to get Philadelphia to 27-26 with 4 seconds left, Pederson used his last timeout.
Lions still control playoff fate despite loss to Giants
Coach Jim Caldwell and his players refuse to look that far ahead. After losing 17-6 to the Giants on Sunday, Detroit ‘s focus is solely on the Cowboys and their meeting in Dallas on Dec. 26. “I view it like I’ve viewed it all season long, like I’ve viewed it since I’ve been here,” Caldwell said.
Lions still control playoff fate despite loss to Giants
Coach Jim Caldwell and his players refuse to look that far ahead. After losing 17-6 to the Giants on Sunday, Detroit ‘s focus is solely on the Cowboys and their meeting in Dallas on Dec. 26. “I view it like I’ve viewed it all season long, like I’ve viewed it since I’ve been here,” Caldwell said.
Jaguars fire Bradley after 4th-quarter collapse at Texans
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley, right, reacts during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston. The Jaguars lost and Bradley was fired after the game.
Jaguars fire Bradley after 4th-quarter collapse at Texans
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley, right, reacts during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston. The Jaguars lost and Bradley was fired after the game.
49ers drop 13th straight
A 21-0, first-quarter deficit proved insurmountable as the 49ers lost their 13th consecutive game Sunday, extending that franchise record with a 41-13 defeat to the Atlanta Falcons. The 49ers have lost 17 of 18 road games dating back to December 2014, and all but three defeats were by at least 10 points.
49ers drop 13th straight
A 21-0, first-quarter deficit proved insurmountable as the 49ers lost their 13th consecutive game Sunday, extending that franchise record with a 41-13 defeat to the Atlanta Falcons. The 49ers have lost 17 of 18 road games dating back to December 2014, and all but three defeats were by at least 10 points.
Green Bay Packers unleash new weapon for December stretch drive: Ty Montgomery and dominant run game
The 60-yard strike from Aaron Rodgers to Jordy Nelson on third-and-11 with just 31 seconds remaining and the score 27-27, positioning Mason Crosby for a game-winning 32-yard field goal and the Packers to clinch their eighth consecutive postseason berth with two more wins likely will be frozen into the memory of those who watched the latest classic … (more)
Green Bay Packers unleash new weapon for December stretch drive: Ty Montgomery and dominant run game
The 60-yard strike from Aaron Rodgers to Jordy Nelson on third-and-11 with just 31 seconds remaining and the score 27-27, positioning Mason Crosby for a game-winning 32-yard field goal and the Packers to clinch their eighth consecutive postseason berth with two more wins likely will be frozen into the memory of those who watched the latest classic … (more)
Osweiler benched, Bradley fired, Texans beat Jags 21-20
Houston Texans quarterback Brock Osweiler stands on the sideline after being benched during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston. Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles is sacked by Houston Texans defensive end Jadeveon Clowney during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston.
Osweiler benched, Bradley fired, Texans beat Jags 21-20
Houston Texans quarterback Brock Osweiler stands on the sideline after being benched during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston. Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles is sacked by Houston Texans defensive end Jadeveon Clowney during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston.
Final Drive A Building Block For Wentz
Add a successful extra point, the game would have went into overtime tied at 27-27. Wentz looked over to the sideline immediately after his second rushing touchdown of the season.
Final Drive A Building Block For Wentz
Add a successful extra point, the game would have went into overtime tied at 27-27. Wentz looked over to the sideline immediately after his second rushing touchdown of the season.
Notes: Players Support Going For Two
Sunday’s game was another hard-fought battle for the Eagles, but for the fifth-straight contest, Philadelphia came up short. The Eagles ended their 2016 road schedule with a 1-7 record away from Lincoln Financial Field, though they had their chance to come away with a win with under five seconds to play.
Report: Prescott would need ‘prolonged slump’ to be benched
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Matt Barkley to wear wetsuit under Bears uniform vs. Packers
Due to frigid temperatures in Chicago on Sunday, the Bears quarterback planned to wear the upper part of a two-piece wetsuit under his uniform against the Packers, according to NFL.com .
Eagles-Ravens Inactives: Birds To Start Fifth-String Right Tackle
Rookie Isaac Seumalo will start at right tackle with Allen Barbre inactive for the Eagles’ game against the Ravens, the team announced. The third-round pick is the fifth right tackle Carson Wentz has had to play behind this season.
Texans Gameday: Live coverage of Jaguars-Texans
Houston Texans quarterback Brock Osweiler runs onto the field to warm up before an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers at NRG Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2016, in Houston. Houston Texans quarterback Brock Osweiler runs onto the field to warm up before an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers at NRG Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2016, in Houston.
Giants vs. Lions: Everything you need to know about NFC showdown
The Giants will host the Lions on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in a crucial conference matchup with major playoff implications. Injuries : Left guard Justin Pugh will be back in the lineup for the first time since November after missing five games with a knee injury.
Saints vs. Cardinals: What TV channel, time is today’s game on?
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees directs the play during the game between the New Orleans Saints and Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona on Sunday, September 13, 2015.
O’Hara’s Final Thoughts: Stafford watch
Stafford’s history: The guessing game on how Stafford will perform leading the Detroit Lions’ offense against the New York Giants today with an injured middle finger on his right hand is just that – a guessing game. What is not open to debate is the importance of the game.
5 things to watch: Lions at Giants
The Detroit Lions take on the New York Giants today in a matchup with huge playoff implications. The Lions are trying to keep their distance from Green Bay and Minnesota in the NFC North, while New York attempts to keep pace with the first-place Dallas Cowboys in the NFC East.
Adrian Peterson off injured reserve, set to start for Vikes
The Vikings activated their star player from injured reserve Saturday, according to an official announcement from the club. Defensive tackle Toby Johnson was waived in a corresponding move.
Jets’ Petty leaves with chest injury, having CT scan
New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty fumbles the ball as he is sacked by Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. Miami recovered the ball on the play. New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty walks off the field after an injury during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Jets quarterback was knocked out of New York’s 34-13 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Saturday night on the first play of the fourth quarter when he got sandwiched by Cameron Wake and Ndamukong Suh as he completed a 28-yard pass down the right sideline to Robby Anderson.
Mistakes, bad decisions doom Jets in loss to Dolphins
New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty fumbles the ball as he is sacked by Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. Miami recovered the ball on the play. less New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty fumbles the ball as he is sacked by Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East … more New York Jets head coach Todd Bowles, right, greets Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase at mid field after an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Dolphins won 34-13.