Eddy Pineiro kicked a 23-yard field goal as time expired and the Carolina Panthers defeated Atlanta 9-7 in a steady downpour Sunday, dealing the Falcons playoff hopes a huge blow. Atlanta (6-8) entered the game tied with New Orleans and Tampa Bay for first place in the NFC South, but …
Read More »Saints' Derek Carr leaves game vs Packers with shoulder injury
New Orleans Saints star Derek Carr left Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers in the third quarter after he appeared to be shaken up after a tackle. Carr walked off of the field under his own power with 10:39 to go in the quarter. Packers pass-rusher Rashan Gary had …
Read More »Lions-Cowboys game ends in controversy as penalty thwarts Detroit's go-ahead 2-point conversion
The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys game was mired in controversy on Saturday after a penalty thwarted a potential game-winning 2-point conversion play. The play would have given the Lions a 21-20 lead and likely the victory. But officials said Lions offensive lineman Tyler Decker wasn’t an eligible receiver when …
Read More »Dolphins fan swipes ball intended for Tyreek Hill's mom after Miami star's touchdown
An overzealous Miami Dolphins fan intercepted a pass from Tyreek Hill on Sunday after the speedy wide receiver scored a touchdown early in the third quarter against the New York Giants. Hill and Tua Tagovailoa connected on a 69-yard touchdown pass that helped Miami extend the lead, 24-10. After Hill …
Read More »Browns' Deshaun Watson slams idea he's disincentivized by guaranteed contract: 'Why wouldn't I wanna play?'
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson will be unavailable for the team’s Week 8 game against the Seattle Seahawks as he continues to deal with a shoulder injury. Watson started last Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts, but backup quarterback PJ Walker was called upon to finish the game, which the …
Read More »Patriots' Chad Ryland brutally misses game-tying field goal as disastrous season continues
The Patriots’ season continues in turmoil, as rookie kicker Chad Ryland missed a 35-yard, game-tying field goal and New England fell to the New York Giants, 10-7, on Sunday. Head coach Bill Belichick dealt with quarterback troubles all game long, as he started the game with Mac Jones under center …
Read More »NFL Week 13 preview: Eagles and 49ers headline docket with NFC championship rematch
How is it December already? While the days, weeks and months seem to tick by, there’s no other better time than to get the snacks ready, maybe pour yourself some hot cocoa and curl up in front of the TV for an important NFL Sunday and Monday slate of games …
Read More »Lions' C.J. Gardner-Johnson medically cleared to return from potential season-ending injury: 'Mutant genes'
The Detroit Lions are getting one of their key secondary pieces back after safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson was medically cleared to join his teammates. Head coach Dan Campbell told reporters Gardner-Johnson’s 21-day window to return could start as soon as next week. Gardner-Johnson has been sidelined since Week 2 with a …
Read More »Christmas NFL games that have created unforgettable memories in football
Christmas Day in the NFL has birthed some of the most unforgettable moments in football history, carving a special niche in the hearts of fans worldwide. As the holiday spirit blankets the nation, the gridiron becomes a stage for memorable clashes, thrilling comebacks and iconic performances that etch themselves into …
Read More »Cowboys owner Jerry Jones: Micah Parsons trade gives team 'chance to be better' than recent years
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones sat in front of reporters Thursday addressing the stunning Micah Parsons trade to the Green Bay Packers. The main question on everyone’s mind was why make the trade? “This gives us a chance to be a better team than we’ve had the last several years,” …
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