Jets interview Ron Rivera for head coach, Louis Riddick for GM
The New York Jets said Thursday that they completed interviews with Ron Rivera for their head coaching vacancy and Louis Riddick for their general manager job.The Jets have gotten the…
Amazon’s ‘TNF’ sees 11% spike in NFL ratings
The viewership of “Thursday Night Football” on Amazon Prime Video increased for the third straight season, up 11 percent from last season and 38 percent over the 2022 campaign.Including the…
Browns tap Bailey Zappe for finale; 40th starting QB since 1999
At the end of another unproductive season, the Cleveland Browns will turn to their fourth starting quarterback of the year and their 40th since 1999.The Browns on Thursday named Bailey…
Vikings, Lions to settle No. 1 seed in ‘fairytale’ showdown
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell brings intensity to every game.As for Sunday night’s matchup between the Lions and Minnesota Vikings, which will determine the No. 1 seed in the NFC,…
49ers, Cardinals to end season with backups in starting roles
Out of the postseason race, the San Francisco 49ers and Arizona Cardinals are preparing to start backups because of injuries for their season-ending matchup Sunday in Glendale, Ariz.San Francisco coach…
Dolphins’ playoff hopes alive entering finale vs. Jets
The Miami Dolphins remain in the hunt for a playoff berth as they take on the New York Jets on Sunday afternoon in East Rutherford, N.J.The Dolphins (8-8), who have…
Bengals RB Chase Brown, WR Tee Higgins questionable vs. Steelers
Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown and wide receiver Tee Higgins are listed as questionable to play on Saturday night in the season finale against the host Pittsburgh Steelers.Brown has…
Playoff-bound Chargers not sitting starters in finale vs. Raiders
A month ago it may have sounded unfathomable, but the Las Vegas Raiders are looking to close a disappointing campaign with a third straight victory on Sunday as they host…
Seahawks chase 10th win in finale against stingy Rams
Not surprisingly, the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams will take different approaches into Sunday’s regular-season finale in Inglewood, Calif.The Rams (10-6), who already have clinched the NFC West title,…
NFL reveals dates on franchise tags, new league year
The NFL on Thursday announced several important dates that affect the league’s qualifying teams for the upcoming playoffs and the 2025 season at large.Case in point is Monday for free-agent…
Elusive playoff berth at stake as Broncos host Chiefs
Bo Nix was in high school the last time the Denver Broncos qualified for the playoffs.Should the rookie quarterback snap his team’s two-game losing streak on Sunday against the visiting…
Eyeing division title, Bucs expect ‘dogfight’ with Saints
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a simple scenario for extending their season.If the Buccaneers (9-7) defeat the visiting Saints (5-11) on Sunday afternoon, they will be NFC South champions for…
Jordan Love, Packers use clash vs. Bears as postseason tune-up
Sunday’s meeting between the host Green Bay Packers and Chicago marks the first time that the Bears have visited their longtime rivals in the regular-season finale in successive years.Darned if…
Ravens, Lions lead selections for Pro Bowl Games
The Baltimore Ravens placed nine players on the 2025 Pro Bowl Games rosters, announced Thursday by the NFL.The Detroit Lions also saw seven players picked, one of six teams with…
With shot at NFC South title, Falcons set for Panthers
Sunday’s regular-season finale in Atlanta between the Falcons and Carolina Panthers will be do-or-die for the home team.Had Atlanta (8-8) held on to defeat the Washington Commanders last Sunday, the…
Texans intent on halting skid in finale vs. Titans
The Houston Texans plan to use their healthy players despite having nothing to gain from Sunday’s regular-season finale at the Tennessee Titans in Nashville, Tenn.After all, the Texans, who have…