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Russell Wilson throws for 2 TDs, runs for another TD in Pittsburgh debut as Steelers rout Jets 37-15
Read full article: Russell Wilson throws for 2 TDs, runs for another TD in Pittsburgh debut as Steelers rout Jets 37-15Russell Wilson threw for two touchdowns and ran for another score in his Pittsburgh debut to lead the Steelers to a 37-15 win over Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets.
Newly acquired wide receiver Davante Adams expects to play for Jets on Sunday night vs. Steelers
Read full article: Newly acquired wide receiver Davante Adams expects to play for Jets on Sunday night vs. SteelersDavante Adams expects to make his debut for the New York Jets on Sunday night at Pittsburgh.
Ravens' dynamic duo of Henry and Jackson help lead a rushing renaissance in the NFL
Read full article: Ravens' dynamic duo of Henry and Jackson help lead a rushing renaissance in the NFLThe NFL's running game has had a bit of a renaissance early this season thanks in part to a dynamic duo in Baltimore off to a historic start.
Jets acquire wide receiver Davante Adams from Raiders, reuniting him with Aaron Rodgers
Read full article: Jets acquire wide receiver Davante Adams from Raiders, reuniting him with Aaron RodgersAaron Rodgers and Davante Adams are finally reunited after more than two years of separation and one year of speculation and now they’ll try to save the New York Jets' sinking season.
Jets' Rodgers insists there's no rift with Saleh and responds to rumors of potential Adams reunion
Read full article: Jets' Rodgers insists there's no rift with Saleh and responds to rumors of potential Adams reunionAaron Rodgers talked some football but mostly relationships — those with coach Robert Saleh and former teammate Davante Adams, in particular — after the New York Jets landed in London on Friday.
Broncos out to snap 8-game losing streak to Raiders who have long overcome distractions vs. Denver
Read full article: Broncos out to snap 8-game losing streak to Raiders who have long overcome distractions vs. DenverThe Las Vegas Raiders may be dealing with Davante Adams' situation but they've gotten pretty good at dealing with drama and still beating the Denver Broncos over the last few seasons.
Antonio Pierce won't address speculation surrounding Raiders and Davante Adams' future
Read full article: Antonio Pierce won't address speculation surrounding Raiders and Davante Adams' futureLas Vegas Raiders coach Antonio Pierce channeled his inner Bill Belichick after being asked repeatedly about star wide receiver Davante Adams’ status with the team.
Adams says no word from Pierce since Raiders coach appeared to like trade talk on social media
Read full article: Adams says no word from Pierce since Raiders coach appeared to like trade talk on social mediaDavante Adams said on his weekly spot on the “Up and Adams Show” that he hadn’t heard from Las Vegas coach Antonio Pierce since a screenshot appeared of Pierce appearing to like a social media post about possibly trading the Raiders star wide receiver.
Gardner Minshew rallies Raiders past Ravens 26-23 with 3 fourth-quarter scoring drives
Read full article: Gardner Minshew rallies Raiders past Ravens 26-23 with 3 fourth-quarter scoring drivesGardner Minshew led three scoring drives in the fourth quarter, Daniel Carlson kicked a go-ahead 38-yard field goal with 27 seconds left and the Las Vegas Raiders rallied to beat the Baltimore Ravens 26-23.
Four days after losing 3-0, Raiders set franchise scoring record, beat Chargers 63-21
Read full article: Four days after losing 3-0, Raiders set franchise scoring record, beat Chargers 63-21Four days after losing 3-0, the Las Vegas Raiders set a franchise scoring record with a 63-21 win over the Los Angeles Chargers.
Jacobs rushes for 116 yards as Raiders improve to 2-0 under Pierce, beat Jets 16-12
Read full article: Jacobs rushes for 116 yards as Raiders improve to 2-0 under Pierce, beat Jets 16-12Josh Jacobs rushed for 116 yards, Aidan O’Connell connected with fellow rookie Michael Mayer for the game’s only touchdown, and the Las Vegas Raiders improved to 2-0 under interim coach Antonio Pierce, beating the New York Jets 16-12.
Vikings, Raiders show that midseason misadventures needn't result in giving up on the 2023 season
Read full article: Vikings, Raiders show that midseason misadventures needn't result in giving up on the 2023 seasonThe Minnesota Vikings and Las Vegas Raiders didn't waste any time getting their first wins after a tumultuous midseason misadventure.
Defending national champion and No. 1 LSU falls 92-78 to No. 20 Colorado in season opener
Read full article: Defending national champion and No. 1 LSU falls 92-78 to No. 20 Colorado in season openerDefending national champion and No. 1 LSU lost to No. 20 Colorado 92-78 on Monday night in the Hall of Fame Series.
Lions lean on Jahmyr Gibbs' legs, Jared Goff's arm in 26-14 win over offensively challenged Raiders
Read full article: Lions lean on Jahmyr Gibbs' legs, Jared Goff's arm in 26-14 win over offensively challenged RaidersRookie Jahmyr Gibbs ran for a season-high 152 yards and a touchdown, Jared Goff threw for 272 yards with a score, and the Detroit Lions beat the Las Vegas Raiders 26-14.
Deion and Shedeur Sanders have Colorado rolling toward bowl eligibility after taking over 1-11 team
Read full article: Deion and Shedeur Sanders have Colorado rolling toward bowl eligibility after taking over 1-11 teamThe Colorado Buffaloes got back to work after a win over Arizona State where coach Deion Sanders described their play as “hot garbage.”.
Chandler Jones posts, then deletes that he doesn't want to play for Raiders coach and GM
Read full article: Chandler Jones posts, then deletes that he doesn't want to play for Raiders coach and GMLas Vegas Raiders defensive end Chandler Jones indicated in since-deleted social media posts on Tuesday that he no longer wanted to play for coach Josh McDaniels and general manager Dave Ziegler.
Justin Jefferson selected top wide receiver by panel of AP Pro Football Writers
Read full article: Justin Jefferson selected top wide receiver by panel of AP Pro Football WritersJustin Jefferson has been setting records and terrifying defenses since the Minnesota Vikings selected him in the first round of the 2020 NFL draft.
Raiders' Davante Adams charged for shoving photographer
Read full article: Raiders' Davante Adams charged for shoving photographerLas Vegas Raiders receiver Davante Adams has been charged with misdemeanor assault for shoving a photographer to the ground as he left the field following a loss at Kansas City.
AP source: Raiders' Adams could be suspended for shove
Read full article: AP source: Raiders' Adams could be suspended for shoveLas Vegas Raiders receiver Davante Adams could face a possible suspension or fine for shoving a photographer to the ground as he ran off the field following a loss at Kansas City.
Chiefs hold on for wild 30-29 victory over rival Raiders
Read full article: Chiefs hold on for wild 30-29 victory over rival RaidersPatrick Mahomes threw four touchdown passes to Travis Kelce, the Chiefs overcame an early 17-point deficit along with a dubious roughing-the-passer penalty, and Kansas City extended its mastery of the Las Vegas Raiders, holding on for a 30-29 victory.
Murphy's 59-yard OT fumble return ends Cards' win over Vegas
Read full article: Murphy's 59-yard OT fumble return ends Cards' win over VegasByron Murphy Jr. scooped up Hunter Renfrow’s fumble and returned it 59 yards for a touchdown with 3:51 left in overtime and the Arizona Cardinals rallied from a 20-point deficit in the second half before running away with a 29-23 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
Defending Super Bowl champion Rams open season as underdogs
Read full article: Defending Super Bowl champion Rams open season as underdogsMatthew Stafford, Aaron Donald and the Los Angeles Rams will raise their Super Bowl banner Thursday night before kicking off the NFL season at home where they became the second straight team to hoist the Vince Lombardi trophy in their own stadium.
NFL news dominates headlines, even during the offseason
Read full article: NFL news dominates headlines, even during the offseasonAfter one of the wildest offseasons in NFL history featuring blockbuster trades, rapid free-agency movement, record-setting contracts and plenty of off-field drama, the regular season is almost here.
Raiders give McDaniels happy homecoming, beat Jaguars 27-11
Read full article: Raiders give McDaniels happy homecoming, beat Jaguars 27-11Josh Jacobs and rookie Zamir White ran well on a rain-soaked field and the Raiders routed Jacksonville 27-11 in the Hall of Fame game Thursday night, spoiling coach Doug Pederson’s first game with the Jaguars.
Wide receivers more likely than before to deliver as rookies
Read full article: Wide receivers more likely than before to deliver as rookiesThe emergence of former LSU teammates Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase casts doubt on the conventional wisdom that NFL teams can’t count on rookie wide receivers.
Packers' next challenge: building around Rodgers, Adams
Read full article: Packers' next challenge: building around Rodgers, AdamsGreen Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said early in the offseason that salary cap concerns shouldn’t prevent the team from building a quality roster around Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams if both players stayed.
Aaron Rodgers says he will remain with Packers next season
Read full article: Aaron Rodgers says he will remain with Packers next seasonAaron Rodgers is planning to come back to the Green Bay Packers for an 18th season, a move that keeps the reigning MVP quarterback off the trade market and answers the question that had dominated NFL offseason discussions.
These players won (and lost) sports bettors the most in 2021
Read full article: These players won (and lost) sports bettors the most in 2021Here are some athletes who were money in the bank for sports bettors this year: Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver Mike Evans and Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani.
Rodgers sets team record as Packers hold off Browns 24-22
Read full article: Rodgers sets team record as Packers hold off Browns 24-22Aaron Rodgers surpassed Brett Favre to become Green Bay’s all-time leader in touchdown passes and the Packers intercepted Baker Mayfield four times in a 24-22 victory over the Cleveland Browns on Saturday.
Packers clinch division after Ravens' 2-point try fails
Read full article: Packers clinch division after Ravens' 2-point try failsAaron Rodgers threw three touchdown passes — tying Brett Favre on Green Bay’s career list — and the Packers became the first team this season to clinch a division title, wrapping up the NFC North with a 31-30 win over Baltimore after the Ravens missed another big 2-point conversion in the final minute.
Rodgers, Packers issues cloud NFL COVID-19 numbers progress
Read full article: Rodgers, Packers issues cloud NFL COVID-19 numbers progressWhen the reigning league MVP and several other key players enter the NFL’s COVID-19 protocols, it clouds the numbers that indicate significant progress made in protection against the coronavirus.
Packers beat Cardinals 24-21 after Murray throws late INT
Read full article: Packers beat Cardinals 24-21 after Murray throws late INTAaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes, Randall Cobb caught both of them and the Green Bay Packers knocked off the previously unbeaten Arizona Cardinals 24-21 after Kyler Murray’s stunning late interception on Thursday night.
Rodgers rallies Packers past 49ers 30-28
Read full article: Rodgers rallies Packers past 49ers 30-28Aaron Rodgers completed two deep passes to Davante Adams on a last-minute drive, setting up Mason Crosby’s 51-yard field goal on the final play of the game that gave the Green Bay Packers a 30-28 victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
Packers dominate 2nd half, bounce back to beat Lions 35-17
Read full article: Packers dominate 2nd half, bounce back to beat Lions 35-17Aaron Jones caught three of Aaron Rodgers’ four touchdown passes and rushed for a fourth score, and the Green Bay Packers had a welcome return to normal after an embarrassing opening-week loss.
Packers' CEO 'hopeful' about sorting things out with Rodgers
Read full article: Packers' CEO 'hopeful' about sorting things out with RodgersGreen Bay Packers president/CEO Mark Murphy says he’s optimistic that quarterback Aaron Rodgers will play for them this season but added that the three-time MVP hasn’t told him about his plans.
NFC Matchups: Where else to start but Brady and Rodgers?
Read full article: NFC Matchups: Where else to start but Brady and Rodgers?But Gronk in particular has always been a big-play guy in big games for Brady, and Green Bay doesn't have linebackers who excel in coverage. Green Bay will do some blitzing, though not as much as Buccaneers defensive coordinator Todd Bowles figures to do. Unlike Brady, Rodgers can create outside the pocket, and he's especially dangerous when doing so. Veteran placekicker Mason Crosby is solid, making all 16 field goal attempts, but missed four PATs for Green Bay. Tampa Bay's Ryan Succop, now in his 12th pro season, made 28 of 31 field goal tries but missed five extra points.
Ted Thompson, 68, GM when Packers won last Super Bowl, dies
Read full article: Ted Thompson, 68, GM when Packers won last Super Bowl, diesThompson was Packers general manager from 2005-17 and drafted many notable players on the current roster, including two-time MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)GREEN BAY, Wis. – Ted Thompson, whose 13-year run as Green Bay Packers general manager included their 2010 Super Bowl championship season, has died. Mike Sherman had been working as Packers coach and general manager up to that point. With Thompson as general manager, the Packers made eight consecutive playoff appearances from 2009-16, including the Super Bowl championship season in 2010. Gutekunst, who had been working with Thompson as player personnel director, was promoted to general manager and remains in that position.
Packers realize how much Rodgers has at stake this weekend
Read full article: Packers realize how much Rodgers has at stake this weekendRodgers gets a chance to make amends for that performance Sunday when the top-seeded Packers host the Bucs in the NFC championship game. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken, File)Aaron Rodgers’ Green Bay Packers teammates understand what this NFC championship game means to the All-Pro quarterback’s legacy. Rodgers led the Packers to a Super Bowl crown in the 2010 season, but hasn’t brought them back since. Green Bay led Tampa Bay 10-0 early in the second quarter back on Oct. 18 until Jamel Dean scored on a 32-yard interception return. There’s no one who’s been better.”This marks Rodgers’ fourth NFC championship game appearance over the past seven years.
Chiefs advance to 3rd straight AFC title game at home
Read full article: Chiefs advance to 3rd straight AFC title game at home(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)The AFC title game is returning to a familiar place in Kansas City. The question all week will be whether Patrick Mahomes will be able to play quarterback for the Chiefs. Coach Andy Reid’s gutsy call helped make sure the Chiefs would become the first team to host the AFC championship game for the third straight year. New Orleans (13-4) is hosting Tampa Bay (12-5) later Sunday for the right to visit Green Bay in the NFC title game next week. The win sends Rodgers to his fifth NFC title game as starting quarterback and the first at home since taking over from Brett Favre in 2008.
Rodgers leads Packers into title game with 32-18 win vs Rams
Read full article: Rodgers leads Packers into title game with 32-18 win vs RamsGreen Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers pumps his fist after an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers defeated the Rams 32-18 to advance to the NFC championship game. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are making a return trip to the NFC title game and this time they get to play it at home. Rodgers and the Packers will host the winner of Sunday’s game between Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints in the NFC title game Jan. 24. Green Bay allowed no sacks and committed no turnovers.
Top cornerbacks standing out on NFL's Super Bowl hopefuls
Read full article: Top cornerbacks standing out on NFL's Super Bowl hopefulsNearly every team still vying for the Super Bowl has an elite cornerback often capable of shutting down an opponent's top receiver all by himself. The NFC playoff bracket has three of the conference's four Pro Bowl cornerbacks: Green Bay's Jaire Alexander, Los Angeles' Jalen Ramsey and New Orleans' Marshon Lattimore. Staley's scheme has employed Ramsey in multiple roles throughout the season, and his job often changes from play to play. Oddly enough, the remaining playoff team perceived to have the least dominant cornerbacks is defending champion Kansas City, the favorite to make it back to the Super Bowl. “Some of the best cornerbacks happen to play on the best teams, that’s all I can say,” Bills safety Micah Hyde said.
Aaron Donald, Travis Kelce unanimous AP All-Pro Team choices
Read full article: Aaron Donald, Travis Kelce unanimous AP All-Pro Team choicesDonald was selected Friday, Jan. 8, 2021, to The Associated Press All-Pro Team. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)Dynamic defensive star Aaron Donald and unstoppable tight end Travis Kelce are unanimous choices Friday for The Associated Press NFL All-Pro Team. It is the sixth All-Pro selection for Donald, who has helped the Los Angeles Rams to the top-ranked defense in the NFL, and the third for Kansas City's record-setting Kelce. Rounding out the offense are Cleveland right tackle Jack Conklin (second selection), and Washington right guard Brandon Scherff (first). The long snapper position is new to the All-Pro Team in 2020, and Baltimore's Morgan Cox is the choice.
Rodgers leads Pack to top of NFC after draft disappointment
Read full article: Rodgers leads Pack to top of NFC after draft disappointment(AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)The NFC playoff field features the usual cast of quarterbacks in Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees and Russell Wilson. Last Lombardi: Super Bowl 45, 31-25 over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Feb. 6, 2011, at Arlington, Texas. Last Lombardi: Super Bowl 48, 43-8 over the Denver Broncos on Feb. 2, 2014, at East Rutherford, N.J. Last year: No. The Bears’ leading tackler left in the first quarter of the Green Bay game with an elbow injury. DBs Buster Skrine, rookie Jaylon Johnson and Deon Bush missed the loss to Green Bay.
Week 17 scoring bonanza caps record-setting season
Read full article: Week 17 scoring bonanza caps record-setting season(AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)The Week 17 scoring bonanza provided the perfect finish to a record-setting season on offense. Teams combined for 100 touchdowns in the final week of the season for the second-most in NFL history in a single week behind only the 104 scored in Week 14 of the 2013 season. He became the first player with at least 4,500 yards passing, 35 TD passes and five TD runs in a single season. The Browns joined the 2012 Colts (minus-30) as the only teams to win 11 games in a season when they were outscored. EVEN STEVENIn a bit of a statistical oddity, the Vikings gained the exact same number of yards this season as they allowed: 6,292.
Rodgers throws 4 TDs, Packers beat Bears 35-16 for top seed
Read full article: Rodgers throws 4 TDs, Packers beat Bears 35-16 for top seedThe Green Bay Packers clinched the No. 1 seed in the NFC by beating the playoff-bound Chicago Bears 35-16 on Sunday. “This is a special season," Rodgers said. And the Packers beat Chicago again after pounding the Bears at Lambeau Field to start their win streak. Green Bay then drove 76 yards, with Jones scoring from the 4 to make it 28-16 with 3:47 remaining.
Adams shines in snow as Packers trounce Titans 40-14
Read full article: Adams shines in snow as Packers trounce Titans 40-14The Green Bay Packers teammates would love the opportunity to produce plenty of similar scenes next month by staying home throughout the NFC playoffs. Rodgers threw four touchdown passes as the Packers trounced the Tennessee Titans 40-14 for their fifth consecutive victory Sunday night. I think we proved that tonight.”Playing in the cold at Green Bay is tough for road teams, anyway. With snow falling throughout the first half and continuing to cover much of the field the rest of the game, Green Bay moved the ball at will all night. Green Bay pulled ahead 19-0 when Rodgers threw touchdown passes on each of their first three possessions.