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Dec 16, 2025

?? Roster add: McVay announces birth of son
The Rams announced the news on social media with a humorous post likening Christian's birth to a traditional roster decision.

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Dec 16, 2025

Dolphins' McDaniel opens door to benching Tua
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel opened the door to a possible quarterback change Tuesday, saying "everything is on the table," after Tua Tagovailoa's performance in Monday night's loss to the Steelers.

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Dec 16, 2025

Packers' LaFleur confirms Parsons has torn ACL
Packers head coach Matt LeFleur confirmed Tuesday that star pass rusher Micah Parsons suffered a season-ending torn ACL in Sunday's loss to the Broncos.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Caleb Williams' impossible pass and 2 Pats runners top 20 mph highlight Week 15
Here were some of the top plays in the NFL in Week 15, as defined by Next Gen Stats.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Playoff picture: Updated projections, chances to make the postseason
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up -- and who will win divisions.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

NFL playoff-clinching scenarios: Which teams can secure a berth in Week 16?
In Week 16, nine NFL teams have the chance to clinch a playoff berth. The Broncos can also lock up the AFC's No. 1 seed.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Rams still hope injured Adams can play in Seattle
The Rams have not ruled out Davante Adams for Thursday night's showdown against the Seahawks, despite the star wide receiver's hamstring injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Jets release receiver Lazard, last Rodgers-era link
The Jets severed their last tie to the ill-fated Aaron Rodgers era by releasing receiver Allen Lazard after three seasons with the team, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Jones: 'Important' for Cowboys to be competitive
Cowboys' owner and GM Jerry Jones says it's "important" for the team to remain competitive over the final three games of the regular season, even if the team is officially eliminated from postseason play.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Rankings for Week 16
Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and IDP formats, as well as Eric Karabell's superflex ranks.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

What is going on with Trevon Diggs and the Dallas Cowboys?
Will Diggs be activated by Saturday's deadline or miss the rest of the season on injured reserve?

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Which NFL teams are rising -- or falling -- after 15 weeks? Our new Power Rankings
Let's update our NFL Power Rankings ahead of Week 16. We also looked at players who could get contract extensions this offseason.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Updated NFL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, plus who could get extended this offseason
Let's update our NFL Power Rankings ahead of Week 16. We also looked at players who could get contract extensions this offseason.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Caleb Williams, Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford had some of the top plays of Week 15
Here were some of the top plays in the NFL, as defined by Next Gen Sta

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Big questions from Week 15 games: Is Steelers' defense legit? What now for Chiefs?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 15 game. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Solak spins NFL Week 15 forward: The Broncos and Rams clinched ... now can they reach the Super Bowl?
Ben Solak sizes up the Broncos and Rams in their respective conferences, Philip Rivers' first start back in the NFL and some wild Week 15 trends to watch.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Course correction: Lamar Jackson, Ravens getting back on track
Jackson was back to producing touchdowns, countering the blitz and stretching the field against the Bengals.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Rodgers says win made extra special by 'castoffs'
Aaron Rodgers grinned as he shouted out the names of his teammates who helped the Steelers beat the Dolphins on Monday night -- Kenneth Gainwell, Connor Heyward, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Asante Samuel Jr., Adam Thielen. They all had something in common.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Big Ben: Tomlin has 'right to move on,' or stay put
Ahead of his Hall of Honor induction Monday night, former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger couched comments he previously made on his podcast about coach Mike Tomlin and his future in Pittsburgh.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Big questions from Week 15 games: Can Pittsburgh's defense repeat against Detroit? What now for Chiefs?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 15 game. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Chiefs' Mahomes has surgery for torn ACL, LCL
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes underwent successful surgery Monday in Dallas to repair the tear in his left ACL. A league source told ESPN that Mahomes also had a torn LCL that was repaired.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

NFL Week 15's fashionable arrivals, featuring Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers
The top fashion looks around the NFL.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Commanders shut down Daniels for rest of year
Jayden Daniels' injury-marred second season is over. The Commanders have shut down the quarterback a week after he aggravated his dislocated left, non-throwing elbow.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Broncos defense takes hit with Jones put on IR
The Broncos placed safety Brandon Jones on injured reserve Monday with a pectoral injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Bears weigh sitting Odunze to help foot recover
The Bears are weighing whether to sideline Rome Odunze for an extended stretch as the WR recovers from a foot injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Source: Jags' Tuten out weeks for finger surgery
Jaguars running back Bhayshul Tuten will undergo surgery to repair a broken finger and will miss several weeks, a league source told ESPN. Tuten is expected to be ready in time for the postseason.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

'Crap, coach wasn't scared': Philip Rivers and more top NFL quotes from Week 15
Week 15 in the NFL brought abnormal scenarios and unpredictable moments that were voiced, producing some unforgettable quotes.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Burrow to start final 3 games: 'We want to win'
Quarterback Joe Burrow is expected to start the final three games of the regular season, coach Zac Taylor said Monday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Bucs' McMillan: Neck injury almost paralyzed me
Buccaneers WR Jalen McMillan reflected on his recovery from a severe neck injury that could've left him paralyzed.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Rivers to remain Colts' QB1 for MNF vs. 49ers
Philip Rivers will remain the Colts' starting quarterback for their Week 16 "Monday Night Football" matchup with the 49ers, coach Shane Steichen said Monday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Early Week 16 bets: Broncos over Jaguars, Drake Maye to win MVP among picks
Which lines offered value once odds came out? Here are games we are eyeing for bets going into Week 16.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

NFL Week 16 odds: Eagles can clinch NFC East with win vs. Commanders
Week 16 features huge matchups with the NFL playoffs approaching. Here are the odds, spreads and totals for every game.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

MRI confirms Parsons has torn ACL, source says
An MRI confirmed that Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons suffered a season-ending torn ACL, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Mahomes avoided major damage to rest of knee
An MRI revealed, that besides his torn ACL, Patrick Mahomes didn't have any major damage to his other ligaments in his left knee.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Buccaneers place starting CB McCollum on IR
The Buccaneers placed starting cornerback Zyon McCollum on injured reserve Monday due to a hip injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

?? Judging biggest overreactions for Week 15
Has Liam Coen unlocked the Jags' mercurial QB? Will we see an AFC East rubber match? We overreact to Week 15, plus fantasy football takes.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Ravens' Buchanan suffered torn ACL vs. Bengals
Baltimore Ravens LB Teddye Buchanan tore his ACL and will miss the remainder of the year, coach John Harbaugh said.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

NFL playoff picture: Updated projections, chances to make the postseason
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up -- and who will win divisions -- en route to Super Bowl LX.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Free agent pickups: What can you do to replace Patrick Mahomes?
All the free agent options worth adding as we dive into Week 16 and the fantasy football playoffs.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Eric Moody's notebook: Who got the ball on Sunday?
Snaps, targets and other participation data that can portend future value.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Jets fire DC Wilks after blowout loss to Jaguars
The New York Jets have fired defensive coordinator Steve Wilks and have turned playcalling over to interim DC Chris Harris, who has served as the passing game coordinator.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Simmons' home burglarized during Titans' game
Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons' home was broken into while the team was in Santa Clara, California, to face the 49ers on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Has Trevor Lawrence leveled up? Are Packers doomed? Let's overreact to Week 15
Has Liam Coen unlocked the Jags' mercurial QB? Will we see an AFC East rubber match? That and much more.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

'I have nothing positive to say': Struggling Jets defense searching for answers
New York coach Aaron Glenn seemed to have separated himself from defensive coordinator Steve Wilks after Jaguars loss.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Source: Pack get good news on Watson's injury
Packers receiver Christian Watson did not sustain a long-term injury and it's not out of the realm of possibility that he could play in the next game on Saturday against the Bears, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Barnwell on two knee injuries with big implications: What now for the Packers, Chiefs?
Micah Parsons and Patrick Mahomes both suffered significant knee injuries Sunday. What do they mean for the Packers' playoff push and the Chiefs' offseason plans?

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

How two seismic Week 15 injuries impacted the NFL: Barnwell on Parsons, Mahomes and the fallout
Micah Parsons and Patrick Mahomes both suffered significant knee injuries Sunday. What do they mean for the Packers' playoff push and the Chiefs' offseason plans?

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Source: LB Buchanan believed to have ACL tear
The belief is that Ravens linebacker Teddye Buchanan tore his ACL in Sunday's 24-0 win at the Bengals, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter, which would mean the team's second-leading tackler would be out for the remainder of the season.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

State of the Steelers: What organization's past tells us about Mike Tomlin's future
With a contract option decision due by March 1, 2026, the team and the 53-year-old coach stay "business-like."

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Why Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is so much more than a meme
McDaniel has grown famous for his viral moments, but people who have played for him say he's so much more.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Is eliminated Chiefs' Super Bowl window closing -- and what changes are ahead?
Will Travis Kelce retire? Will Patrick Mahomes be ready for Week 1? The state of the Chiefs is not pretty.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

McCarthy hits 'Griddy' before TD, irking O'Connell
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell was displeased with J.J. McCarthy's modified "Griddy" touchdown dance, a celebration the QB admitted he had been warned not to do.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Cowboys' once-bright outlook dims with latest loss
A 34-26 defeat to the Vikings on Sunday night dropped the Cowboys to 6-7-1 and saw their playoff chances dwindle to 1%.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

?? Bills roast Patriots in NFL Week 15 trolls
NFL teams remained petty in Week 15 with the Buffalo Bills poking fun at the New England Patriots after a huge road win.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Rivers: Return was 'blast,' but loss stings most
In his stunning return after nearly five full seasons in retirement, Philip Rivers started at quarterback for the Colts and positioned them to win before a late collapse by Indy in an 18-16 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

What's next for Packers after Parsons, Watson injuries?
How will injuries to Parsons and Watson affect the Packers after Sunday's loss to the Broncos?

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Big questions from Week 15 games: Can the Rams take the 1-seed? What now for the Chiefs?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 15 game.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Two vulnerable NFL sack records: Tracking pace for Myles Garrett (21.5!), Broncos' D (58!)
The Browns' vet edge rusher and Denver's defense are in contention to rewrite the single-season sacks record book.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Surtain flips game with INT as red-hot Broncos roll
The Broncos credited star cornerback Pat Surtain II with flipping the game's momentum when he intercepted Jordan Love and stopped the red-hot Packers.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Mahomes tears ACL as Chiefs' playoff hopes end
Patrick Mahomes suffered a torn ACL in the closing minutes of Sunday's loss to the Chargers, an MRI confirmed. "Don't know why this had to happen," he wrote on social media. "And not going to lie, [it] hurts."

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Bills reference New England clam chowder to troll Patriots, leading NFL's petty posts
NFL teams remained petty in Week 15 with the Buffalo Bills poking fun at the New England Patriots after a huge road win.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Rivers' return ignites prop betting interest; 44-year-old QB leads Colts to cover
Philip Rivers made his first NFL start in over 1,800 days on Sunday in Seattle, and bettors took notice in a big way.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Follow live: Cowboys cling to playoff hopes as Vikings visit Dallas
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Dec 14, 2025

Rams' Adams injures hamstring; TNF status TBD
Rams WR Davante Adams is questionable to return due to a non-contact hamstring injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Bills ride 'vibe' to beat Pats, stay in AFC East race
A big rousing halftime speech wasn't needed for the Bills to orchestrate a comeback, ultimately beating the Patriots, 35-31, to improve to 10-4 and keep the competition for the AFC East alive.

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Dec 14, 2025

'About damn time': Moore sparks Bears with 2 TDs
One week after finishing with the worst receiving output of his career, DJ Moore sparked the Bears' aerial attack against the NFL's top pass defense in a 31-3 rout of the Browns on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Rivers nearly helps Colts win in stunning return
In his stunning return after nearly five full seasons in retirement, Philip Rivers started at quarterback for the Colts and positioned them to win before a late collapse by Indy in an 18-16 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Has Trevor Lawrence leveled up? Will we see Bills-Pats again? Let's overreact to Week 15
Has Liam Coen unlocked the Jags' mercurial QB? Will we see an AFC East rubber match?

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Big questions on Week 15 games: Can the Rams take the 1-seed? What now for the Chiefs?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 15 game.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Chiefs say Mahomes tore ACL in loss to Chargers
Patrick Mahomes suffered a torn ACL in the closing minutes of Sunday's loss to the Chargers, an MRI confirmed. "Don't know why this had to happen," he wrote on social media. "And not going to lie, [it] hurts."

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Source: Pack's Parsons believed to have torn ACL
The initial belief is that the Packers' Micah Parsons suffered a torn ACL, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Hurts bounces back as Eagles praise QB's resolve
Jalen Hurts had a rebound performance in the Eagles' 31-0 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, tossing three touchdowns with no interceptions following a highly scrutinized five-turnover game just six days earlier.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Lawrence 'on fire,' accounts for 6 TDs in Jags win
Trevor Lawrence threw for 330 yards and a career-high five touchdowns and ran for another in the Jaguars' 48-20 rout of the Jets at EverBank Stadium.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Giants' Dart surprised by latest concussion check
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart left Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Washington Commanders early in the fourth quarter to be examined for a concussion, later questioning why he was taken out.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Burrow: 'Fun' comments weren't aimed at Cincy
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow said his midweek comments "had nothing to do with Cincinnati."

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Saints RB Neal leaves game with hamstring injury
Saints running back Devin Neal suffered a hamstring injury in Sunday's game against the Panthers.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Henderson and Lawrence paint playoff masterpiece; more winners and losers of Week 15
TreVeyon Henderson, Trevor Lawrence and Trey McBride led the way with big Week 15 performances, while Joe Burrow, Quinshon Judkins and Ladd McConkey were among the biggest disappointments.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

'Soup season': Bills' troll of Patriots leads NFL's petty posts
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Dec 14, 2025

NFL Week 15's fashionable arrivals, featuring Cowboys QB Dak Prescott
The top fashion looks around the NFL from "Thursday Night Football" to Monday night.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

NFL Week 15's fashionable arrivals, featuring Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs
The top fashion looks around the NFL from "Thursday Night Football" to Monday night.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Mahomes exits hurt as Chiefs' playoff hopes end
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered a left knee injury late in Sunday's loss to the Chargers, which eliminated Kansas City from playoff contention.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Cardinals WR Baccellia suffers neck injury in loss
Cardinals wide receiver Andre Baccellia was taken to a Houston-area hospital for evaluation after suffering a neck injury Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Bolts' Jefferson ejected, makes obscene gesture
Chargers safety Tony Jefferson was ejected after a helmet-to-helmet hit on Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton in the fourth quarter Sunday and left the field in frustration, making an obscene gesture toward fans.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Questions, takeaways from NFL Week 15: Our reporters break down every game, including the Bills' comeback
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 15 game.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

How a Dak Prescott initiative saved a Cowboys exec with Stage 2 cancer
Prescott and the senior VP of communications look back on their friendship through a fortified bond.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Bears' Odunze out after aggravating foot injury
Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze will not play against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday after aggravating his foot injury during pregame warmups.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Ravens standout rookie LB Buchanan hurts knee
Ravens linebacker Teddye Buchanan, who is the team's second-leading tackler, was knocked out of Sunday's game against the Bengals with a knee injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

How Daniel Jones' injury could affect Jets, who own the Colts' first-round pick
New York received first-round picks in 2026 and 2027 from Indianapolis in the Sauce Gardner trade.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Javonte Williams shining despite Cowboys' flagging run game
Dallas' run game hasn't been nearly as efficient in recent weeks, but Williams still could top 1,300 yards.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Fantasy football: Live Week 15 Q&A with our expert, noon ET
Eric Moody is here to answer your pressing questions in a live Q&A from noon to 1 p.m. ET.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Betting Vikings-Cowboys: Picks, props and DFS plays for 'Sunday Night Football'
Odds, game bets, prop plays, daily fantasy advice and analysis to help you bet Vikings-Cowboys.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Patriots or Broncos? Breaking down the race for the AFC's No. 1 seed
The Patriots and Broncos are riding 10-game winning streaks and have separated themselves. Who has the edge for the AFC's top seed?

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Five players with upside for your fantasy playoffs
Chimere Dike, Isaiah Likely among players who have the potential and matchup to provide a boost for your lineup this week.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Week 15 inactives: Status of Rome Odunze, Christian McCaffrey and others
Updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Patriots vs. Bills might be New England's biggest game since Tom Brady's finale
The Patriots can clinch the division title Sunday, but they need to beat the Bills to get there.

ESPN NFL
Dec 13, 2025

Rivers could join exclusive list of athletes to suit up while a grandparent
If 44-year-old Philip Rivers plays this season he won't be the first grandparent to suit up.

ESPN NFL
Dec 13, 2025

Source: Colts expected to start Rivers vs. Seattle
Philip Rivers, who came out of retirement this week to help the Colts address their void at quarterback, is expected to start Sunday against the Seahawks, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 13, 2025

Bears' Odunze active, set to return vs. Browns
Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze, who was questionable with a foot injury, is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns.

ESPN NFL
Dec 13, 2025

49ers place injured Aiyuk on reserve/left team list
The 49ers placed Brandon Aiyuk on the reserve/left team list on Saturday, likely ending the receiver's tenure in San Francisco.

ESPN NFL
Dec 13, 2025

Sources: Colts' Jones expected back for camp
Daniel Jones underwent surgery that is expected to sideline him for 6-8 months, giving the Colts QB the ability to be fully cleared for the start of next summer's training camp, sources told ESPN.

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