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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) passes against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
On Football: Playoff picture clears up -- and muddles, too

By Barry Wilner Dec. 28, 2020 02:06 AM EST

NFL Today, Week 16

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2020 08:59 PM EST
SCOREBOARD Monday, Dec. 28 Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots, 8:15 p.m., ESPN — Josh Allen and the AFC East...

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Mike Glennon (2) throws a pass as he is rushed by Chicago Bears linebacker Barkevious Mingo (50) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jaguars seemingly win Lawrence with 41-17 home loss to Bears

By Mark Long Dec. 27, 2020 07:06 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts strong safety Khari Willis (37) celebrates after sacking Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Colts' playoff path grows complicated after loss to Steelers

By Will Graves Dec. 27, 2020 06:35 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts strong safety Khari Willis (37) sacks Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Steelers rally past Colts to end skid, lock up AFC North

By Will Graves Dec. 27, 2020 04:28 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens running back Gus Edwards (35) avoids a tackle by New York Giants strong safety Jabrill Peppers (21) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Torrid Ravens get jump on Giants, roll to easy 27-13 victory

By David Ginsburg Dec. 27, 2020 04:26 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) greets Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers (17) as the teams warm up before an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Indianapolis Colts at Pittsburgh Steelers 12/27/2020

Dec. 27, 2020 01:14 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is tackled by Atlanta Falcons Foyesade Oluokun during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
The Latest: NFC East will produce sub-.500 champ next week

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2020 12:51 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Dez Bryant works out prior to an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
New York Giants at Baltimore Ravens 12/27/2020

Dec. 27, 2020 12:10 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2020, file photo, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry plays against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game, in Cleveland. The Browns will try to earn a playoff spot without four wide receivers, including star Landry, their starting middle linebacker and his replacement due to COVID-19 protocols. But despite the six players being out, an NFL spokesman said Cleveland's game at the New York Jets will be played as scheduled on Sunday, Dec. 27. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Dwayne Haskins starts for Washington despite breaking rules

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2020 12:04 PM EST

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2020 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 28 1944 — Maurice Richard has five goals and three assists to lead the Montreal Canadiens to a 9-1 rout of the Detroit Red Wings. ...

Cleveland Browns' B.J. Goodson, right, and Malcolm Smith, left, tackle New York Giants' Evan Engram, center, during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Browns down 6 players for Jets game due to COVID protocols

By Tom Withers Dec. 26, 2020 02:45 PM EST

Houston Texans wide receiver Chad Hansen (17) celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) n the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Bengals try to build on big win in trip to struggling Texans

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 24, 2020 05:03 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) celebrates touchdown with offensive guard Mark Glowinski (64) against the Houston Texans in the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Colts, Steelers meet while heading in opposite directions

By Will Graves Dec. 24, 2020 04:47 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock fumbles the ball as he is hit by Buffalo Bills cornerback Tre'Davious White during the second half of an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Herbert could add to rookie marks when Chargers host Broncos

By Joe Reedy Dec. 24, 2020 04:31 PM EST

Washington Football Team quarterback Dwayne Haskins (7) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks strong safety Jamal Adams (33) during the first half of an NFL football game between the Seattle Seahawks and Washington Football Team, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
A bonus for NFL fans in Week 16: 4 straight days of games

By Barry Wilner Dec. 24, 2020 04:15 PM EST

Bengals look to build on big win against struggling Texans

By The Associated Press Dec. 24, 2020 12:57 PM EST
CINCINNATI (3-10-1) at HOUSTON (4-10) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE - Texans by 8 RECORD VS....

Surging Colts hope to pounce on reeling Steelers

By The Associated Press Dec. 24, 2020 12:43 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (10-4) at PITTSBURGH (11-3) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, CBS OPENING LINE - Steelers by 3 RECORD...

Bears' Allen Robinson faces former Jaguars team for 1st time

By The Associated Press Dec. 24, 2020 11:30 AM EST
CHICAGO (7-7) at JACKSONVILLE (1-13) Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS OPENING LINE – Bears by 10 RECORD VS....

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Dec. 24, 2020 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 27 1953 — The Detroit Lions edge the Cleveland Browns 17-16 for the NFL championship, winning on a 33-yeard scoring pass and Doak...