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FILE - Then-Arizona Cardinals outside linebacker Jessie Lemonier (53) is shown on the sidelines before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Friday, Aug. 12, 2022, in Cincinnati. Outside linebacker Jessie Lemonier, who appeared in seven games for the Detroit Lions in 2021 in a brief NFL career highlighted by a sack of Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers, has died. He was 25. The Lions disclosed his death in a statement Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023, adding they confirmed it with his family. (AP Photo/Zach Bolinger, File)
Ex-Lions, Liberty linebacker Jessie Lemonier dead at 25

Jan. 26, 2023 02:26 PM EST

FILE - Denver Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett looks on before an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022, in Denver. The New York Jets have hired former Denver Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett as their offensive coordinator. The team announced the hiring Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023, of the 43-year-old Hackett, who replaces Mike LaFleur after coach Robert Saleh and the Jets interviewed at least 15 candidates for the vacancy. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Jets hire former Broncos coach Hackett to run offense

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 26, 2023 11:29 AM EST

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) leaps for a two-point conversion against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second half of an NFL wild-card football game, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
No Brady or Rodgers, no problem for NFL in divisional round

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 18, 2023 03:59 PM EST

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) gets a hug from teammate Randall Cobb as the head off the field following an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. The Lions won 20-16. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Rodgers says he can play at MVP level in right situation

Jan. 17, 2023 06:33 PM EST

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) stands on the field following an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. The Lions won 20-16. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Packers GM: Rodgers can still play 'at a very high level'

By Steve Megargee Jan. 13, 2023 01:32 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) showers against the New York Jets during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
Wild-card weekend features 6 rematches, 3 division games

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 11, 2023 02:01 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Quinton Jefferson (77) celebrates his sack against the New York Jets during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
NFL offseason a mental, physical reboot process for players

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 11, 2023 10:45 AM EST

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Rodgers' future heads list of Packers' offseason concerns

By Steve Megargee Jan. 09, 2023 07:59 PM EST

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers talks with Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams following an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. The Lions won 20-16. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Lions miss playoffs, but head into offseason with optimism

By Steve Megargee Jan. 09, 2023 12:11 AM EST

Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) sacks Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Rodgers, Packers lose 20-16 to Lions, miss playoffs

By Steve Megargee Jan. 08, 2023 11:38 PM EST

Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon (28) celebrates with teammates after scoring on a 2-yard touchdown run during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Late-season runs raise stakes for Lions-Packers matchup

By Steve Megargee Jan. 05, 2023 05:28 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (32) is hugged by offensive tackle Taylor Decker (68) after rushing for a 21-yard touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Packers can reach playoffs if they avenge loss to Lions

By The Associated Press Jan. 05, 2023 05:05 PM EST

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) is sacked by Detroit Lions linebacker James Houston (59) during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Jets OC: Wilson would've benefited from sitting as rookie

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 05, 2023 04:29 PM EST

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) celebrates after a touchdown run by teammate AJ Dillon during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
Packers' late-season surge bringing back memories of 2016

By Steve Megargee Jan. 04, 2023 07:51 PM EST

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (9) reacts after a play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Lions looking forward to potentially playing for playoffs

By Larry Lage Jan. 02, 2023 06:53 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans scores in front of Carolina Panthers cornerback CJ Henderson during the second half of an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Analysis: NFC is wide open heading into final weekend of NFL

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 02, 2023 01:33 AM EST

Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon (25) celebrates with fans after returning a kickoff for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Rodgers, Packers rout Vikings 41-17, control playoff fate

By Steve Megargee Jan. 01, 2023 07:38 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (25) carries during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 17

By Brandon Gdula Dec. 28, 2022 07:17 PM EST

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) gets sacked by Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins (94), and Miami Dolphins safety Eric Rowe (21), bottom, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Jim Rassol)
Rodgers misses practice with knee issue, but expects to play

By Steve Megargee Dec. 28, 2022 07:14 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) calls a play against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Rams, Bucs, Packers earn wins on same day in upside-down NFC

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 26, 2022 06:00 AM EST