Swelling sends QB J.J. McCarthy into second knee surgery
Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy underwent a second surgery on his right knee earlier this week.Coach Kevin O’Connell said Wednesday the procedure occurred because of swelling that developed when…
Raiders ride with QB Gardner Minshew despite offensive changes
Luke Getsy is gone and Scott and Norv Turner arrived during the Las Vegas Raiders’ bye week as part of head coach Antonio Pierce’s attempt to repair a broken offense.But…
Bears coach Matt Eberflus outlines decision to fire OC
Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus declined to describe the process he followed before firing Shane Waldron, but said he dismissed the first-year offensive coordinator on Tuesday morning and promoted…
Colts QB Anthony Richardson to start vs. Jets, rest of season
The Indianapolis Colts’ quarterback carousel is turning back to Anthony Richardson.Two weeks after Shane Steichen told reporters that Joe Flacco will serve as the team’s starting quarterback “going forward,” the…
Bears release G Nate Davis
The Chicago Bears released Nate Davis, the team’s highest-paid offensive lineman, on Wednesday.The Bears signed Davis to a three-year, $30 million contract — with $19.25 million guaranteed — in March…
Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence out, Mac Jones in vs. Lions
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has been ruled out for the team’s second straight game due to an AC joint sprain in his left (non-throwing) shoulder.Mac Jones, who was acquired…
Reports: 49ers’ Deommodore Lenoir lands 5-year, $92M extension
Cornerback Deommodore Lenoir and the San Francisco 49ers agreed to a five-year, $92 million extension, multiple media outlets reported Tuesday night.The deal keeps Lenoir in the Bay Area through the…
Giants GM: Starting QB post-bye will be ‘football decision’
That was the message from general manager Joe Schoen, who said the coaching staff and front office is “going to evaluate everything” during the team’s bye week. Schoen spoke to…
Streaking Eagles battle rising Commanders for NFC East supremacy
Forget the short week of practice. Dan Quinn was ready to lead his Washington Commanders into Thursday night’s NFC East showdown in Philadelphia by Monday.”I’m fired up about it. ……
Report: NFL rescinds fine of Ravens’ Roquan Smith for hip-drop tackle
The NFL rescinded the fine imposed on Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith for the hit he delivered that left Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin with an apparent season-ending…
Reports: Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco, DE Charles Omenihu return
The Kansas City Chiefs designated running back Isiah Pacheco and defensive end Charles Omenihu to return to practice this week, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.They could be available for Sunday’s showdown…
Panthers activate WR Adam Thielen from IR
The Carolina Panthers activated veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen from injured reserve on Tuesday.Thielen was activated on the final day of his 21-day practice window, which was opened on Oct.…
Bears fire OC, toss play-calling duties to Thomas Brown
Bears passing game coordinator Thomas Brown was handed the headset and playcalling duties as Chicago searches for answers and an end to a three-game losing streak.As part of the shakeup,…
Surgery ends season for Dak Prescott, Cowboys shift to QB triage mode
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott requires season-ending surgery to repair a partial avulsion of the hamstring tendon, ending his season and dealing a potentially fatal blow to the franchise’s fading…
Dolphins end 3-game skid with hard-fought win over Rams
Tua Tagovailoa passed for 207 yards with a touchdown as the visiting Miami Dolphins ended a three-game losing streak with a 23-15 victory Monday night over the Los Angeles Rams…
Seahawks release leading tackler Tyrel Dodson
The Seattle Seahawks released starting inside linebacker Tyrel Dodson on Monday and signed cornerback Josh Jobe from the practice squad to the active roster.Dodson, 26, started all nine games in…