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Bucs' Dean, Nelson out for must-win vs. Panthers
Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean and outside linebacker Anthony Nelson will be out against the Panthers, while defensive tackle Calijah Kancey could make his return from a torn pectoral muscle suffere...
Jenna Laine Jan 01, 2026
Love clears protocol but will sit out until playoffs
Jordan Love has cleared the concussion protocol, but the Green Bay Packers do not intend to play him until the playoffs.
Rob Demovsky Jan 01, 2026
Source: Saints WR Olave out due to blood clot
Saints wide receiver Chris Olave developed a blood clot and will miss the team's season finale against the Falcons, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Katherine Terrell Jan 01, 2026
What the Colts' historic collapse could mean for their future
Will Carlie Irsay-Gordon keep GM Chris Ballard and cocach Shane Steichen in place? The new owner faces tough decisions.
Stephen Holder Jan 01, 2026
Ravens vs. Steelers: Answering six questions ahead of Sunday's AFC North showdown
For years, this feud has become must-watch TV, and Sunday won't be any different in a "winner-takes-all" game.
Jamison Hensley and Brooke Pryor Jan 01, 2026
Why Pilates is more than a New Year's resolution for some of the NFL's best
Why players such as Stefon Diggs, Nik Bonitto, Will Anderson and more are utilizing Pilates to activate core muscles.
DJ Bien-Aime Jan 01, 2026
49ers' Kittle (ankle) 'absolutely' expects to play
George Kittle, who sat out the Niners' Sunday night win against the Bears because of a sprained left ankle, said he "absolutely" expects to play in Saturday's crucial showdown with the Seahawks.
Nick Wagoner Dec 31, 2025
Amid MVP chatter, QB Stafford focused on finale
Rams QB Matthew Stafford has the second-best odds to win the NFL MVP, but he said on Wednesday that "I'm not too worried about it."
Sarah Barshop Dec 31, 2025
Ravens optimistic about Jackson vs. Steelers
The Ravens are "very optimistic" about quarterback Lamar Jackson playing against the Steelers with the AFC North title on the line, coach John Harbaugh said.
Jamison Hensley Dec 31, 2025
McCarthy back at practice, iffy for Vikings' finale
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy practiced Wednesday for the first time since he was diagnosed with a hairline fracture in his right hand.
Kevin Seifert Dec 31, 2025