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ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Mike Tomlin is out as coach; what's next for Steelers?
Who could replace the head coach, how does this impact Aaron Rodgers and the QB position and more questions.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Tomlin ends 19-year run as Steelers head coach
Mike Tomlin has stepped down as Steelers coach, ending a 19-year run in Pittsburgh during which he never had a losing season.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Nine open NFL coaching jobs, nine predicted hires: Who will land in Baltimore, Atlanta, New York?
Could three coaches who were just fired immediately find new NFL teams? With interviews taking place this week, we projected candidates to fill open jobs.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

?? Longest-tenured head coaches in NFL history
Many NFL coaches pull off winning seasons, but few stay with a team for 20-plus seasons. Learn more about the all-time longest-tenured coaches now.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Bolts fire OC Roman, OL coach after playoff exit
The Chargers have fired offensive coordinator Greg Roman and offensive line coach Mike Devlin after their playoff exit, the team announced Tuesday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Vikings' Addison arrested; 3rd incident since '23
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison was arrested early Monday morning and charged with misdemeanor trespassing in Tampa, Florida, according to police records.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Panthers to pick up 5th-year option on QB Young
The Panthers will pick up the fifth-year option on quarterback Bryce Young, who showed "flashes of greatness" while leading Carolina to the playoffs this season, general manager Dan Morgan said Tuesday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Study: Ex-NFL player suicide rates rose in 2010s
Suicide rates among former NFL players rose between 2011 and 2019 compared to NBA and MLB players, according to a Harvard study.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

How the former Broncos head coach has keyed one of the NFL's top defenses
Vance Joseph's return to Denver after an inauspicious head coaching stint raised eyebrows, but his D-coordinator work has again made him a hot head coaching candidate.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Lions confronting a lost 2025: 'If we're not in the dance ... it's a failure'
After a stunning playoff miss, Detroit believes the pain of 2025 could sharpen its push in 2026 and beyond.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Eight open NFL coaching jobs, eight predicted hires: Who will land in Baltimore, Atlanta, New York?
Could three coaches who were just fired immediately find new NFL teams? With interviews taking place this week, we projected candidates to fill open jobs.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

NFL divisional round odds, early bets: Seahawks favored vs. 49ers; Rams over Bears
Our early bets for the NFL divisional round, plus spreads, lines, totals and FPI analysis for every game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

What now for five losing teams from wild-card weekend?
Offensive changes for the Eagles? Retooling needed for the Packers? Let's size up why five teams are out.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Why Bears QB Caleb Williams choked up while saluting Ben Johnson
Caleb Williams got emotional giving Ben Johnson the game ball after the Bears' win over the Packers. Here's why.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

How Davante Adams broke through in L.A. after failing to do so with Raiders, Jets
Adams said he went into free agency looking for a situation where he could win, now he's just three games away from that goal.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Let's predict who will land all eight open NFL coaching jobs: Which team will hire Kevin Stefanski?
Could three coaches who were just fired immediately find new NFL teams? With interviews taking place this week, we projected candidates to fill open jobs.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Can the Giants land John Harbaugh?
There is mutual interest between Harbaugh and the Giants, according to multiple sources aware of the situation.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

The resurgence of Vance Joseph: How the former Broncos head coach has keyed one of the NFL's top defenses
Joseph's return to Denver after an inauspicious head coaching stint raised eyebrows, but his D-coordinator work has again made him a hot head coaching candidate.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Rodgers backs Tomlin: 'Absolute joke' if on hot seat
On Monday, as the Pittsburgh Steelers dropped a fifth straight playoff game by double digits, coach Mike Tomlin endured "Fire Tomlin" chants from fans during his team's 30-6 loss to the Houston Texans.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

'Best defense' steals show in Texans' wild-card win
The Texans' defense came into the postseason viewed as one of the league's best and showed why in their 30-6 wild-card win over Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers on Monday night.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Overreactions from wild-card round: Are the Steelers still a QB away despite coaching?
Do the Steelers still need a better quarterback? Could this be the Bills' year? Is Caleb Williams a future MVP?

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Texans dominate Steelers, Aaron Rodgers in wild-card matchup
Houston scored two touchdowns on offense and two more on defense against Pittsburgh.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Texans' Collins carted off with concussion in win
Texans Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins left Monday night's win over the Steelers on a cart because of a concussion.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

?? Texans' petty post tops NFL wild-card trolls
The NFL wild-card round had its fair share of petty posts after big wins, led by the Houston Texans.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Mack: Herbert shouldn't shoulder weight of loss
Chargers vet LB Khalil Mack said he hopes Justin Herbert stops "putting everything on his shoulders" after another disappointing playoff loss.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Hurts avoids endorsement of Eagles OC Patullo
An endorsement of beleaguered Eagles offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo never came from Jalen Hurts on Monday, a day after last season's Super Bowl champions were knocked out of the playoffs.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Bills lose WR Davis to torn ACL; S Poyer out Sat.
Bills wide receiver Gabe Davis will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL, and starting safety Jordan Poyer is out Saturday at Denver with a hamstring injury.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Falcons interview Harbaugh, who is vetting teams
The Falcons announced Monday they have completed an interview with John Harbaugh for their head coaching job.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Johnson not sorry for rant: 'I don't like' Packers
Bears coach Ben Johnson isn't apologizing for his reaction to Chicago beating the rival Packers in the NFC wild-card round.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Our early primer for divisional round games: How every team could win next weekend
Let's preview the divisional round matchups. How can each team win and advance? Here's what to know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Parsons wants LaFleur back as Packers' coach
Micah Parsons and other Packers players said Monday they want Matt LaFleur to return as the team's head coach next season.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Pats Pro Bowl CB Gonzalez in concussion protocol
Patriots starting cornerback Christian Gonzalez is in concussion protocol after being ruled out of Sunday's 16-3 playoff win over the Chargers.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Maye carries Patriots to wild-card win over Chargers
In his playoff debut, the second-year QB guides New England to a convincing win against Los Angeles.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Allen, Bills outlast Jaguars to advance to AFC divisional round
The Bills win after intercepting a Trevor Lawrence pass in the last minute of the game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Rams' Stafford has finger sprain but 'good to go'
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford sprained the index finger on his throwing hand but will be "good to go" this Sunday against the Bears.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Divisional round odds, early bets: Seahawks favored vs. 49ers, Rams over Bears
Our early bets for the NFL divisional round, plus spreads, lines, totals and FPI analysis for every game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Betting buzz: Bettors cash in on latest Bears comeback, 49ers' upset win
Bettors took advantage of yet another Bears comeback and also made a dent at sportsbooks with the 49ers' upset win.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Tracking NFL head coach firings: Dolphins move on from Mike McDaniel
There are now eight head coach openings around the NFL. Here's what to know, including pros and cons for the open jobs.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Sources: Packers will try to keep LaFleur as HC
The Packers are expected to try to work out a deal in the coming days to keep head coach Matt LaFleur in Green Bay, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

?? Judging overreactions from all wild-card games
Are the Patriots still untested? Could this be the Bills' year? Is Caleb Williams a future MVP? We're sizing up every NFL playoffs wild-card game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

What now for five losing teams from wild-card weekend? Barnwell on each front office's next steps
Potential offensive changes for the Eagles? Retooling needed for the Packers? Let's size up why five playoff teams are heading home early.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Barnwell: What went wrong -- and what's next -- for five losing teams from wild-card weekend
Potential offensive changes for the Eagles? Retooling needed for the Packers? Let's size up why five playoff teams are heading home early.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Offseason guide for eliminated teams: Key free agents, draft outlook, priorities and predictions
The offseason has arrived for 23 teams. What must each do to have a better season in 2026?

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Does Bengals front office share its players' urgency?
Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase want the Bengals to make some changes, but their vision may be different from the team's.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Here are 7 reasons why the Bears are the NFL's comeback kings
Saturday's wild-card win over the Packers was the seventh time the Bears overcame a fourth-quarter deficit. Here's all seven.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

'We can beat anybody': Why a Texas-sized turnaround has the Texans rolling into playoffs
Two key wins and a sideline scuffle highlight a run to the playoffs after an 0-3 start for Houston.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Steelers aren't sweating playoff drought: 'We came here for what lies ahead'
As Pittsburgh aims to end playoff futility, how's the team approaching Monday's game?

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Overreactions, questions from five wild-card games: Patriots still haven't beat a good team?
Are the Pats still untested? Could this be the Bills' year? We size up every playoff game in the wild-card round.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Maye 'didn't throw very well,' pins win on defense
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye wasn't thrilled with his performance in Sunday's 16-3 wild-card victory over the Chargers. "Wasn't pretty, that's for sure," he said.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Herbert takes blame for Chargers' latest ouster
The Los Angeles Chargers' season ended Sunday with a loss to the New England Patriots, and Justin Herbert took responsibility for the poor performance, telling reporters after the 16-3 defeat, "I didn't play well enough and didn't make any plays."

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

NFL wild-card arrivals deliver statement looks
Before the wild-card round kicked off, players made sure to put their most fashionable foot forward.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

'Hungry for more': 49ers' petty posts at Eagles tops NFL wild-card trolls
The NFL wild-card round had its fair share of petty posts after big wins, led by the San Francisco 49ers.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

How Lamar Jackson, Todd Monken, Ravens' locker room impacted Harbaugh's firing
How it fell apart for John Harbaugh and the Baltimore Ravens after 18 seasons.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

How the Steelers forged Aaron Rodgers-Mike Tomlin connection
The bond between veteran QB and coach has led Pittsburgh to its first home playoff game since the 2020 season.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Drake Maye carries Patriots to wild-card win over Chargers
In his playoff debut, the second-year QB guides New England to a convincing win against Los Angeles.

ESPN NFL
Jan 12, 2026

Our early primer for the divisional round matchups: How every team could win next weekend
Let's preview the divisional round matchups. How can each team win next weekend and advance? Here's what to know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Follow live: Maye connects with Henry for first TD of the game as Patriots extend lead
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ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

49ers lose Kittle but carry his 'energy' to win
Despite another devastating injury to a team captain, the 49ers embodied the spirit of George Kittle to help will themselves to a playoff win over the Eagles.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Sirianni defends Brown after drops, sideline spat
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni defended receiver A.J. Brown after a pair of drops in Sunday's loss to the Niners and also downplayed an animated interaction the two had in the opening half.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Niners defeat defending champs for NFC wild-card win
The victory sends the 49ers to Seattle for the NFC divisional round next weekend.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Follow live: Patriots strike first with 23-yard FG
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ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Four wild-card games, four overreactions, four big questions: Bills finally to the Super Bowl?
Is it the Bills' year? Are the 49ers a legit contender? Is Caleb Williams a future MVP? We're sizing up every game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

The NFC playoff bracket is set: Reasons for optimism for the Seahawks, 49ers, Bears and Rams
Let's preview the divisional round matchups. How can each team win next weekend and advance? Here's what to know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Kittle tears Achilles in win as 49ers lose star TE
49ers tight end George Kittle suffered a torn Achilles during San Francisco's 23-19 wild-card playoff victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

49ers oust Eagles, march on behind Purdy, CMC
Brock Purdy threw a go-ahead 6-yard scoring pass to Christian McCaffrey late in the fourth quarter, San Francisco used a trick play on a TD toss from wide receiver Jauan Jennings, and the 49ers eliminated the Eagles with a 23-19 wild-card victory Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

'Warrior' Allen helps get Bills over hump on road
Fourth-quarter comebacks happen to be an important part of the team's success this season -- all behind quarterback Josh Allen -- and that continued Sunday, as the reigning MVP led the Bills past the Jaguars in the AFC wild card round, 27-24.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Offseason guide for eliminated NFL teams: Key free agents, draft outlook, priorities and predictions
The NFL offseason has arrived for 22 teams. What must each do to have a better season in 2026? We have outlooks, early buzz and predictions.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Follow live: Eagles trying to hold off 49ers for spot in divisional round
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ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

49ers' Kittle carted off field with Achilles injury
George Kittle suffered an injury to his right Achilles in Sunday's wild-card playoff game against the Eagles.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Disappointed Jags see loss as 'growing moment'
The Jaguars believe some good -- and some motivation -- will come out of Sunday's bitter 27-24 loss to the Bills in the AFC playoffs.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

LaFleur to discuss future with Packers prez soon
Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Sunday he expects to meet with team president Ed Policy about his future in Green Bay either late Sunday night or Monday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

X-rays on Stafford's finger come back negative
X-rays on the finger of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford came back negative Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

2025 NFL wild-card betting: Will Texans' defense be too much for Steelers?
Odds, game picks, prop plays, betting advice and daily fantasy tips for the Texans-Steelers wild-card matchup.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Follow live: 49ers strike first with TD on opening drive to take lead over Eagles
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ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Three wild-card games, three overreactions, three big questions: Bills finally to the Super Bowl?
Is it the Bills' year? Do the Rams have secondary problems? Is Caleb Williams a future MVP? We're sizing up every NFL playoffs wild-card game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Josh Allen, Bills outlast Jaguars to advance to AFC divisional round
The Bills won 27-24 after intercepting a Trevor Lawrence pass in the last minute of the game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Eagles star RT Johnson remains out vs. 49ers
Eagles RT Lane Johnson remained inactive for Sunday's playoff game after some optimism he may have been able to return from the Lisfranc injury that has kept him out since mid-November.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Allen, Bills battle past Jaguars, score road win
Josh Allen took a pounding, doled out punishment and delivered Buffalo its first road playoff victory in more than three decades, 27-24 over Jacksonville in the AFC's wild-card opener Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Dowdle: Drop in carries to affect free agency call
Panthers running back Rico Dowdle said Sunday that his decreased carries late in the season will impact his decision on whether to return to the reigning NFC South champions.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Panthers LT Ekwonu (knee) to miss 6-12 months
Panthers starting left tackle Ickey Ekwonu suffered a ruptured patellar tendon in his right knee in Saturday's playoff loss. With a recovery time of six to 12 months, coach Dave Canales said the injury will force the team to alter its offseason plans.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Follow live: Bills take back lead on Josh Allen rushing touchdown
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Jan 11, 2026

NFL wild-card arrivals deliver statement looks -- led by Eagles' Jalen Hurts
Before the wild-card round kicked off, players made sure to put their most fashionable foot forward.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

NFL wild-card arrivals deliver statement looks -- led by Pats' Christian Gonzalez
Before the wild-card round kicked off, players made sure to put their most fashionable foot forward.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Tracking head coach firings: Dolphins move on from Mike McDaniel
There are now eight head coach openings around the NFL. Here's what to know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Source: Stafford to have tests on injured finger
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford will undergo tests Sunday on an injured finger, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Bears' Johnson in viral speech: 'F--- the Packers!'
A fired-up Ben Johnson yelled "F--- the Packers" during his postgame locker room speech after the Bears' historic comeback victory.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Other contenders called but Khalil Mack didn't answer: Why he returned to L.A.
Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu have developed a bond while leading one of the league's best defenses.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Drake Maye and Josh McDaniels have sparked Patriots' playoff resurgence
The young QB quickly formed a bond with the returning OC, and it took the Patriots to the playoffs (8 p.m. ET).

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Best way to an Eagles defensive lineman's heart -- and performance? Meatballs
Vic Fangio introduced the Meatball Award this season for his defense to serve as that extra bit of motivation.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

How Mac Jones and Brock Purdy helped each other to the playoffs
San Francisco will face Philadelphia on Sunday in part because of a strong bond between the duo.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Offseason guide for eliminated teams: Key free agents, draft outlook, and predictions
What must be done to have a better season in 2026? We have outlooks, early buzz and predictions.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

What's next for Matt LaFleur, Brian Gutekunst after the Packers' wild-card loss?
Green Bay's head coach and GM have one year left on their respective contracts.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Our guide to four remaining wild-card games: Matchup previews, bold predictions, more
Bills-Jaguars? Niners-Eagles? Chargers-Pats? Texans-Steelers? We have picks, predictions and stats to know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Deflated LaFleur deflects job talk after Pack loss
Deflated after his team's stunning 31-27 loss to the Chicago Bears on Saturday night, Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur told reporters that he wants to remain Packers coach, but he declined to say whether he expected to return next season for an eighth year.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Comeback Bears 'no fluke,' rally from 18 down
Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams came through in his playoff debut, throwing a go-ahead, 25-yard touchdown pass to DJ Moore with 1:43 remaining, and the Bears rallied from an 18-point deficit to defeat the Green Bay Packers 31-27 in the wild-card round.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Solak: The Bears are a second-half team, and you can never count them out
Perhaps we shouldn't be surprised the Bears came back to beat the Packers. They've been doing this all season.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Two overreactions, two big questions: Graziano and Solak make sense of Saturday's wild-card comebacks
Is Caleb Williams a future MVP? Do the Rams have secondary problems? We're making sense of each game in the NFL playoffs wild-card round.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Bears LB Edwards fractures fibula, out for season
Chicago linebacker T.J. Edwards will miss the remainder the Bears' postseason run, after he suffered a fractured fibula in the second quarter of his team's stunning 31-27 comeback victory over the Green Bay Packers on Saturday night at Soldier Field.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Bears roar back for first playoff win in 15 years
Quarterback Caleb Williams came through in his playoff debut, throwing a go-ahead, 25-yard touchdown pass to DJ Moore with 1:43 remaining. The Chicago Bears rallied from an 18-point deficit to defeat the Green Bay Packers 31-27 in the wild-card round.

ESPN NFL
Jan 11, 2026

Caleb Williams, Bears stun Packers again with wild-card win
The Bears once again pulled out a wild win over Green Bay, which dominated the first half.

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