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Steelers' No. 1 receiver George Pickens (hamstring) is off the injury report and good to go for the Christmas Day bout with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Kansas City listed star defensive tackle Chris Jones as questionable on Christmas Day.

Beyoncé plays the halftime show of Wednesday's Christmas showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans. Reigning ߣ����AV MVP Lamar Jackson said he plans to watch the icon perform. 

Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes said his injured ankle feels better after playing on it over the weekend. Mahomes and the Chiefs head into a Christmas Day bout against Pittsburgh with the No. 1 seed at stake. 

The New Orleans Saints became the first team in 2024 to get shut out, falling 34-0 to the Green Bay Packers. 

Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed that Tank Dell suffered a dislocated kneecap Sunday against the Chiefs. He added that the wideout also tore his ACL along with other damage, while safety Jimmie Ward is out for the year with a foot injury.

Jonathan Taylor wasn't dropping the pigskin prematurely this time. After a weaving, 65-yard touchdown sprint vs. the Titans, the  Colts RB not only made sure he crossed the goal line with the ball, but he took it all the way up the tunnel, Bo Jackson-style.

After the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Tampa Buccaneers Sunday night despite already being eliminated from postseason contention, owner Jerry Jones praised his team and head coach Mike McCarthy for their performance.

Michael Penix Jr. earned a blowout win in his first career start as two pick-sixes from the Falcons defense and steady play from the rookie QB led to a 34-7 victory. Head coach Raheem Morris described the outing as "almost flawless football".

Justin Jefferson experienced a championship run with the LSU Tigers in 2019. The star Vikings receiver sees parallels with that legendary club and Minnesota's run this year.

What's next for the nine ߣ����AV teams that have already been eliminated from playoff contention? Kevin Patra gets into the holiday spirit and identifies each downtrodden franchise's biggest offseason wish.

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown popped up on the injury report this week but he won't miss Sunday's showdown with the Washington Commanders.

Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn railed against the notion that the team is panicking after his defense lost two more key pieces in Alim McNeill (torn ACL) and Carlton Davis (fractured jaw).

Micah Parsons doesn't want an elongated contract standoff with the Dallas Cowboys. The star edge rusher hopes to get a deal done before free agency in March. 

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love is again shining during the stretch run as his club makes its playoff push. 

The Denver Broncos built a double-digit lead on the road but saw it deteriorate in a blink as both the offense and defense struggled in the second half. 

The Titans will start Mason Rudolph at quarterback on Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts, head coach Brian Callahan announced Wednesday, sending Will Levis to the bench.

It's no secret that the Texans' interior offensive line has struggled mightily, particularly at the guard position. That's not a great recipe when preparing to face Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones squashed any speculation about trading star pass rusher Micah Parsons this offseason.

The Baltimore Ravens have lost eight of their past nine games to the Pittsburgh Steelers. A loss on Saturday would clinch the AFC North for Pittsburgh. 

New Orleans Saints QB Derek Carr (left hand) underwent further examination recently and he's at least a few weeks away from being able to withstand contact, meaning his season is likely over, ߣ����AV Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.

Following the news of David Montgomery's season-ending knee injury, Lions head coach Dan Campbell explained why the team is confident in RB Jahmyr Gibbs but must be careful with his workload going forward.

Commanders CB Marshon Lattimore didn't see any pass attempts come his way during his debut with the team on Sunday, and head coach Dan Quinn recognizes the cornerback's impact despite the blank stat sheet.

The Las Vegas Raiders had a chance to steal the win Monday night but came up shy in a home loss to the Atlanta Falcons, leading to Las Vegas' 1oth consecutive loss. 

The Bears suffered their eighth consecutive loss Monday night in Minnesota, securing their fourth straight season with 10-plus losses. 

The Detroit Lions' injury problems continued to take a toll on Monday. Running back David Montgomery suffered an MCL injury during Sunday's loss to the Buffalo Bills and is out indefinitely, per ߣ����AV Network Insider Ian Rapoport.

De'Vondre Campbell will end his run with San Francisco on the suspension list. The Niners are planning to suspend the LB for three games, ending his season after Campbell refused to enter the game Thursday night.

Brian Thomas Jr. has been the ray of sunshine in a forgettable season in Jacksonville. The first-round rookie shined again in Sunday's loss to the Jets, gobbling up 10 catches for 105 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. had two impressive interceptions in Sunday's win over the Miami Dolphins, helping the team clinch the AFC South title.

With 159 receiving yards and two touchdowns in Tampa Bay's win against the Chargers on Sunday, Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans received some high praise from head coach Todd Bowles. 

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor says his would-be touchdown in Sunday' loss to the Denver Broncos "should never happen." 

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan announced Friday the team has released De'Vondre Campbell one day after the linebacker refused to enter the game in the third quarter of the 49ers' 12-6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

The Broncos inked Garett Bolles to a four-year, $82 million contract extension with $42 million guaranteed. The contract keeps Bolles in Denver through the 2028 season, which would be his 12th ߣ����AV season.

San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel had a chance for a game-altering touchdown but dropped the ball. 

The Dolphins are expected to release Odell Beckham Jr. on Friday after just nine catches for 55 yards in nine games in Miami. 

The Los Angeles Rams won their third consecutive game against NFC West rivals San Francisco on Thursday night in a 12-6 tussle. It marked the first time since 2018 that the Rams swept the season series. 

Will Anthony Richardson's Colts elbow their way into the playoff picture by beating the Broncos on Sunday? Or will they fade with a loss? Kevin Patra highlights five teams facing make-or-break games in Week 15 of the 2024 ߣ����AV season.  

Coming out of the bye, the 8-5 Ravens are two games behind the Steelers in the AFC North race. Baltimore sits in the No. 5 seed, ahead of the 8-5 Chargers and 8-5 Broncos in the AFC wild-card pecking order.

Dallas Cowboys special teams coordinator John Fassel defended Amani Oruwariye, who touched a blocked punt, allowing the Cincinnati Bengals to recover the ball and retain possession.

San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel admitted he's unhappy with his current production, which has seen him held to under 35 scrimmage yards each of the past three weeks. 

Authoring a career year in Minnesota, Sam Darnold is poised to hit the free-agent market in the spring as the top quarterback available. 

The Pittsburgh Steelers will likely be without No. 1 wide receiver George Pickenson Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles. On Tuesday, head coach Mike Tomlin described Pinkens availability for Sunday as doubtful.

In a since-deleted social media post, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel denied he's struggling in 2024 and that he's simply not getting the ball.

Philadelphia Eagles veteran defensive end Brandon Graham walked back comments he made about the relationship between teammates A.J. Brown and Jalen Hurts. 

Tee Higgins is set to be one of the top free agents in the offseason unless the Cincinnati Bengals do what it takes to keep him off the market. 

For a few brief seconds, it appeared the Dallas would be set up to potentially win Monday night's game against the Cincinnati Bengals, but a poor decision by Amani Oruwariye cost the Cowboys a possession. 

Panthers rookie running back Jonathon Brooks' season is over after suffering a torn ACL in his right knee in Sunday's loss to Philadelphia Brooks will undergo surgery and miss the remainder of the 2024 campaign

Derek Carr will miss at least the next several weeks, and his season could be over. ߣ����AV Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported Monday that Carr did, in fact, suffer a significant fracture to his left, non-throwing hand.

Jonnu Smith did a lot of cardio for four quarters on Sunday, seeing just one target with no catches. Then overtime hit, and the Miami Dolphins tight end took off. Smith caught three passes in OT for 44 yards, including the game-winning 10-yard score to keep Miami's playoff hopes alive.

New Orleans defensive lineman Bryan Bresee got a paw on Graham Gano's last-second field goal try, blocking the boot to avoid overtime, clinch the win, and keep the Saints' minuscule postseason dreams alive in a 14-11 road win over the New York Giants.

Facing an Arizona Cardinals defense that shut down their run game two weeks ago and not having Kenneth Walker III available didn't suggest a big day for the Seattle Seahawks' ground attack. Zach Charbonnet had other ideas. The second-year back spurred Seattle's offense, rushing for a career-high 134 yards with two TDs as the Seahawks secured a 30-18 win.

Sam Darnold stole the show in the Minnesota Vikings' 42-21 win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, throwing a career-high five passing touchdowns. The normally reserved quarterback discussed the "buzz" and "pure joy" he felt during the contest.

The 49ers have stumbled after a second Super Bowl loss in five seasons, leading some to question Kyle Shanahan's future with the club. GM John Lynch laughed at the idea that Shanahan is on the hot seat.

Vikings running back Aaron Jones' mother, Vurgess Jones, told her son following Sunday's comeback win over Arizona that coaches were right to bench him after another fumble.

Amid a 3-10 season, New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo admitted he's still growing into the role but maintained confidence he will be better in Year 2 at the helm.

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell kept his offense on the field on fourth down in a tied game. The controversial decision helped the Lions defeat the Packers 34-31 without Green Bay getting the ball back late. 

The Green Bay Packers fell to the Detroit Lions in a tight tussle Thursday night, likely relegating Matt LaFleur's team to a wild-card bid. The coach told his players they plan to return to Detroit in January potentially. 

Should Saquon Barkley be considered the Eagles' most important addition of the past offseason? Will the Falcons' decline continue? Entering Week 14 of the 2024 ߣ����AV season, Kevin Patra assesses five emerging takes, separating fact from fiction.

Following a high-scoring game win the Bengals and ahead of a potential touchdown fest versus the Browns on Sunday, Steelers coach Mike Tomlin isn't yet comfortable embracing a shootout mentality. 

If you believe the words of both Dan Campbell and Matt LaFleur, Jahmyr Gibbs accidentally leaking the Lions' protection calls ahead of Thursday night's showdown is much ado about nothing.

In discussing raw rookie third-round pick Jalyx Hunt, Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio called back to Allen Iverson's famous practice rant. 

Maxx Crosby is a Pro Bowl player stuck on a 2-10 Las Vegas Raiders team. The star pass rusher said that as a leader, he must bring a positive attitude to help turn things around. 

Former All-Pro safety Jamal Adams has another shot at reviving his once bright career, joining the 11-1 Lions this week as a banged-up Detroit defense brought in several reinforcements.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie Bucky Irving is surging down the stretch, with the running back setting career highs in rushing yards and scrimmage yards in each of the last two weeks.

The ex-Denver Broncos first-round pick put up 235 yards and a touchdown against his former team as the Cleveland Browns fell in a shootout. 

The Denver Broncos outlasted Cleveland in a back-and-forth tussle. Two pick-6s for Denver made the difference in a game that saw sides combine for 952 yards and 73 points. 

The Chicago Bears fired head coach Matt Eberflus on Friday, creating what team president Kevin Warren believes will be the most highly sought-after opening in the ߣ����AV in 2025.

Following Philadelphia's eighth straight win on Sunday, Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni took issue with those giving QB Jalen Hurts a 'game manager' label.

Lamar Jackson's mother, Felicia Jones, had a bone to pick with the MVP QB following Sunday's 24-19 loss to the Eagles. When asked following the defeat if he could have run the ball more, Jackson relayed Jones' criticism.

The powerbrokers at 345 Park Avenue, ߣ����AV headquarters, have an easy decision for NFC Defensive Player of the Week: Leonard Williams. The Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle dominated his former New York Jets team, providing difference-making plays the entire tilt in an eventual 26-21 road victory.

Russell Wilson turned back the clock as the Pittsburgh Steelers won a 44-38 shootout over divisional rival Cincinnati on Sunday. "It was fun. We just had a great time," Wilson said via The Associated Press. "We knew it was a matchup. We knew it was going to be a heavyweight fight."

Bills quarterback Josh Allen scored every which way as Buffalo bullied the San Francisco 49ers 35-10 in brutal conditions to secure a fifth consecutive AFC East title. Allen scored four touchdowns on three plays, becoming the first quarterback in ߣ����AV history to put up a passing, receiving and rushing touchdown in a single game. 

Is Sam Darnold going to earn a bigger pay day in 2025 with his performance over the final weeks of the 2024 ߣ����AV season? Kevin Patra identifies five players with a chance to cash in down the stretch.

The Bears have fired Matt Eberflus followng a 4-8 start to the season and have elevated offensive coordinator Thomas Brown to interim head coach.

The Jacksonville Jaguars expect to have their big-money quarterback on the field in Week 13 against the Houston Texans. Coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Trevor Lawrence should return after missing the past two games due to a shoulder injury.

Matt Eberflus remains in charge of the Bears. In the aftermath of bungling the ending of Thanksgiving's 23-20 loss to the Lions, Eberflus told reporters on Friday that it's business as usual, and he's preparing for Week 14's game against the 49ers.

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy is headed back to Denver soaring, and his former Broncos coach and teammates recognize the challenge he'll bring with him.

The Dolphins froze in the Green Bay tundra, falling, 30-17, to the Packers to snap a three-game winning streak. Although players and coaches didn't think the cold played a role, some, like Miami linebacker Jordyn Brooks, felt the team played "soft" regardless.

The New York Giants fell to 2-10 with a 27-20 Thanksgiving loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Coach Brian Daboll, however, isn't fretting his job status moving forward. 

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has spent the season insisting he wouldn't make a midseason coaching change. Following Sunday's win over the Commanders, he's going the opposite way, suggesting he could extend Mike McCarthy's contract.