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Why the New Orleans Saints, Jameis Winston have incomplete report card through six weeks
SEATTLE — Sorry if you were hoping to form a definitive opinion on quarterback Jameis Winston and the 2021 version…
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Kansas City Chiefs have a lot of problems, but how many are fixable?
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Much has gone wrong for the Kansas City Chiefs during this unexpected 2021 NFL season. After a…
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Giants’ Saquon Barkley, Panthers’ Christian McCaffrey show risks of building around RBs
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — When the New York Giants (1-5) and Carolina Panthers (3-3) take the field at MetLife Stadium…
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Baltimore Ravens rocking retro backfield with Devonta Freeman, Le’Veon Bell
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The running joke during the Baltimore Ravens’ 34-6 win over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday…
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Detroit Lions fans still rooting for now-Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford
6:00 AM ET Eric WoodyardESPN DETROIT — Quarterback Matthew Stafford pushed through the pain in his final game with the…
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Case Keenum — in for Baker Mayfield — helps Browns end skid, stay in playoff race
CLEVELAND — On fourth down inside the Denver 10-yard line, Cleveland Browns quarterback Case Keenum dropped back with the Denver…
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As Dallas Cowboys succeed, where’s coach Mike McCarthy’s credit?
FRISCO, Texas — With a 5-1 record, there are many reasons for the Dallas Cowboys‘ success. Quarterback Dak Prescott‘s return…
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Bengals show that even on an off day, they have the chops of a potential playoff team
DETROIT — The scene inside Ford Field on Sunday was almost unthinkable a couple of years ago. The backups jogged…
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New England Patriots running backs undone by fumbling, injuries
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Quick-hit thoughts/notes around the New England Patriots and NFL: 1. RBs dropping the ball: Things were looking…
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Inside the incredible numbers that define success for Ravens QB Lamar Jackson
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The football world is still trying to figure out what label to put on Baltimore Ravens…
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Reintroducing Geno Smith: Seahawks quarterback starting again after patience-testing journey
6:00 AM ET Brady HendersonESPN RENTON, Wash. — Geno Smith will make his first start since 2017 on Sunday night…
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New York Jets need playmakers, so why isn’t Elijah Moore getting the ball?
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — One of the biggest disappointments in the New York Jets‘ 1-4 start is rookie wide receiver…
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Can Buffalo Bills complete revenge trifecta against Titans?
6:00 AM ET Alaina GetzenbergESPN ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills are on a bit of a revenge tour.…
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A successful season for Jacksonville Jaguars means no doubts about Trevor Lawrence
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Jaguars (0-5) have lost 20 games in a row, the second-longest losing streak in NFL…
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‘They want to beat us bad’: Chiefs address weekly burden of being in the ‘crosshairs’
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — As the two-time defending AFC champions with dynamic talent Patrick Mahomes at quarterback, it’s natural the…
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How Richard Sherman has lifted the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ defensive backs group
TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Richard Sherman jumped on a flight — a Boeing 738 to be exact…
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How’s Eagles rookie DeVonta Smith similar to HOF receiver Randy Moss?
PHILADELPHIA — Rookie receiver DeVonta Smith‘s NFL career is off to a fast start. The No. 10 overall pick in…
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Derek Carr transcript: Everything he said about Jon Gruden’s resignation as Raiders coach
LAS VEGAS — Derek Carr, his voice cracking at times and his eyes growing watery, spoke on a number of…
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‘Just sad about it’: Rams’ Sean McVay speaks on resignation of mentor Jon Gruden
8:38 PM ET Lindsey ThiryESPN Close Covered Rams for two years for Los Angeles Times Previously covered the Falcons Has…
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Carson Wentz wants Indianapolis Colts to learn from Monday’s loss and develop ‘killer instinct’
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indianapolis Colts were 18 minutes away Monday from the type of signature victory they needed to turn…
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Baltimore Ravens believe unreal finishes are the start of something special
BALTIMORE — Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh posed a question to his players in the locker room after a 31-25…
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Kadarius Toney is the new ‘Human Joystick’ and a fun addition to Giants offense
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New York Giants have something in receiver Kadarius Toney. The the 20th overall selection in…
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Dallas Cowboys’ offense puts up 515 yards, showing it’s always ‘in the strike zone’
ARLINGTON, Texas — Maybe the game’s outcome was already decided, since the Dallas Cowboys were leading by 14 points in…
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Two-interception game caps memorable week for Philadelphia Eagles corner Darius Slay
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — During his news conference following Sunday’s come-from-behind 21-18 win over the Carolina Panthers, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen…
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Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers puts Davante Adams on catch and repeat in win over Bengals
CINCINNATI – Why Davante Adams isn’t the highest-paid receiver in the NFL is a question for another day. The one…
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Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard has preached patience, but fans are expecting wins
INDIANAPOLIS — Patience. That’s how Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard views building his roster. He wants the 1-3 Colts…
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Inside the remarkable — and controversial — record Lamar Jackson, Ravens could break Monday
BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Ravens’ pursuit of an NFL rushing record held by the 1970s Pittsburgh Steelers caused coach John…
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Mac Jones’ poise stands out for Patriots in leading first NFL game-winning drive
HOUSTON — Sunday wasn’t the New England Patriots‘ best day, but when they needed a boost most, rookie quarterback Mac…
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New England Patriots’ dire situation on O-line a first under Bill Belichick
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Quick-hit thoughts/notes around the New England Patriots and NFL: 1. O-line in flux: Just when you think…
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What Trey Lance’s start for the San Francisco 49ers means for Jimmy Garoppolo
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — It’s happening sooner than the San Francisco 49ers or starter Jimmy Garoppolo hoped, but rookie quarterback…
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Is the Bills’ No. 1 defense for real? Facing Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes will provide answers
6:00 AM ET Alaina GetzenbergESPN ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills have never intercepted quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The Bills…
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Can Jason Garrett keep the Giants’ offense rolling and his critics quiet?
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Mention New York Giants offensive coordinator Jason Garrett’s name and it almost always elicits some kind…
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After Urban Meyer’s disastrous week, how do the Jacksonville Jaguars move on?
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — So, let’s recap the past seven days for the Jacksonville Jaguars: A viral video involving head coach…
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With Russell Wilson out due to injury, what’s next for Seattle Seahawks, Geno Smith?
11:20 PM ET Brady HendersonESPN RENTON, Wash. — Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson had surgery Friday to repair a ruptured…
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Is 26 rushes and zero targets the new normal for New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara?
METAIRIE, La. – Alvin Kamara’s evolving role in the New Orleans Saints’ offense reached extreme levels last week. The running…
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Why the Patriots are trading All-Pro Stephon Gilmore to the Carolina Panthers
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots‘ plans to trade cornerback Stephon Gilmore came as a surprise Wednesday. Gilmore, who…
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What Cardinals’ Kyler Murray, Jaguars’ Trevor Lawrence could have made in NIL dollars
6:00 AM ET Josh Weinfuss Close ESPN Staff Writer Covered the Cardinals since 2012 Graduate of Indiana University Member of…
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Brothers Amon-Ra, Equanimeous St. Brown bring family together for Lions-Packers
6:00 AM ET Eric WoodyardESPN DETROIT — Early in the morning, around 6 a.m. Pacific time, John Brown’s phone rang.…
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With the Bears facing the Bengals’ Joe Burrow, the topic of starting Justin Fields rages on
6:00 AM ET Jeff Dickerson Close ESPN Staff Writer Dickerson covers the Chicago Bears for ESPN’s NFL Nation. He is…
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Jalen Ramsey leads entertaining cast of characters in Los Angeles Rams’ secondary
6:00 AM ET Lindsey ThiryESPN Close Covered Rams for two years for Los Angeles Times Previously covered the Falcons Has…
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Shirt on or shirt off, elite version Von Miller has returned to Denver Broncos
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — This season is a lot of things for Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller. He’s 32, the most…
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Chiefs, Patrick Mahomes know it can’t be just Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Patrick Mahomes was being chased by a defender to the sideline and had to make a…
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Teddy Bridgewater makes the first impression Denver Broncos hoped to see
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller has said — to most anyone who would listen — that…
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Already ‘cooking’: Seahawks’ Russell Wilson-Shane Waldron partnership gets off to fast start
10:49 PM ET Brady HendersonESPN INDIANAPOLIS — Pete Carroll’s postgame slip of the tongue was one of only a few…
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How ‘Mama McCourty’ will watch sons Devin (Patriots), Jason (Dolphins) in opener
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Quick-hit thoughts and notes around the New England Patriots and NFL: 1. Mama McCourty’s plan: The last…
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Former Saints QB Drew Brees reflects on go-to plays, biggest regrets
For the first time in 20 years, the NFL season is about to kick off without Drew Brees behind center.…
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Ex-New York Jets QB Vinny Testaverde recalls 9/11: ‘Saw some things I wish I’d never seen’
On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, Vinny Testaverde was sitting in the New York Jets‘ trainers’ room getting treatment…
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Despite one playoff win since 1957 championship, Lions fans ‘endure, keep the faith’
6:00 AM ET Eric WoodyardESPN DETROIT, Mich. — Calvin Johnson tried to keep his emotions in check. As the former…
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How Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills keep underdog mentality despite expectations
Sep 7, 2021 Marcel Louis-JacquesESPN BUFFALO, N.Y. — These are not the same Buffalo Bills that failed to make the…
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Can New York Jets’ coach-QB duo of Robert Saleh, Zach Wilson flip the franchise?
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — One night in training camp, when meetings were finished and the players had free time, quarterback…
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