Los Angeles Rams
Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey signs dollar bills for fans before he threw out the first pitch at a baseball game between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Los Angeles Dodgers Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Brewers at Dodgers 10/2/2021

Oct. 14, 2021 10:33 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf, center, is tackled by Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey as Rams' Taylor Rapp (24) moves in as Metcalf scores a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)
Ramsey embracing leadership role on and off field for Rams

By Greg Beacham Oct. 14, 2021 10:26 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks backup quarterback Geno Smith (7) passes to wide receiver DK Metcalf for a touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Geno Smith's time arrives as he steps up for Seahawks

By Tim Booth Oct. 14, 2021 07:02 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Chargers and Ravens meet in matchup of division leaders

By Noah Trister Oct. 14, 2021 05:52 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, file photo, New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) carries the ball as Dallas Cowboys safety Malik Hooker (28) rushes in during the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas. The talented fourth-year running back is probably going to miss at least a game or two after spraining his left ankle on a fluke play early in the Giants 44-20 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Giants' Barkley frustrated by ankle, Jones making progress

By Tom Canavan Oct. 14, 2021 05:38 PM EDT

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) is hugged after his touchdown catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)
Rams on a roll early, head east to face hurting Giants

By Tom Canavan Oct. 14, 2021 04:33 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) scores a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Young guns: Jackson faces Herbert when Ravens host Chargers

By The Associated Press Oct. 14, 2021 01:20 PM EDT

Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) rushes the ball in the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 6

By Brandon Gdula Oct. 14, 2021 12:48 PM EDT

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Oct. 14, 2021 12:46 PM EDT
Oct. 19 1940 — Alabama snaps Tennessee’s defensive scoreless streak of 71 quarters but still loses 27-12. Tennessee hadn’t allowed a point...

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Oct. 14, 2021 12:44 PM EDT
Oct. 15 1933 — The Philadelphia Eagles play their first NFL game and suffers a 56-0 loss to the New York Giants. 1961 —...

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool (11) catches a pass from quarterback Ben Roethlisberger for a touchdown with Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons (31) defending during the second half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Steelers look to build momentum against Wilson-less Seahawks

By The Associated Press Oct. 14, 2021 11:48 AM EDT

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) moves to avoid Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks (56) during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, in Seattle. The Rams won 26-17. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)
McVay and Rams look to beat Giants for 2nd straight year

By The Associated Press Oct. 14, 2021 11:24 AM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers' Mike Williams (81) celebrates a touchdown reception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chargers facing offensive line issues with Ravens up next

By Joe Reedy Oct. 13, 2021 08:59 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 7, 2021, file photo, Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett is defended by Los Angeles Rams cornerback Robert Rochell (31) during an NFL football game in Seattle. Just one week ago, Rochell was a rookie cornerback hoping to contribute on special teams while he waited for the opportunity to make plays for the Rams' defense. When the Rams visit the New York Giants on Sunday, there's a good chance this fourth-round pick from Central Arkansas will spend his fifth career NFL game as a starting cornerback for Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ben VanHouten, File)
Rookie Rochell thrust into prominent role in Rams' secondary

By Greg Beacham Oct. 13, 2021 08:46 PM EDT

New York Giants head coach Joe Judge watches play against the Dallas Cowboys in the second half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Giants' Jones could play if he clears concussion protocol

By Tom Canavan Oct. 13, 2021 03:42 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris, top, leaps over the goal line for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Steelers' Harris, Packers' Adams among best bets to score

By Dorian Colbert Oct. 13, 2021 12:36 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt (99) celebrates a defensive stop against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ralph Freso)
Cardinals, Bills tied for top spot in latest AP Pro32 poll

By Simmi Buttar Oct. 12, 2021 06:03 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson goes down as he tries to get a pass off against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)
Russell Wilson a spectator as 'Hawks return from mini break

By Tim Booth Oct. 11, 2021 08:20 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams makes a touchdown catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Chargers continue to build strong resume after another win

By Joe Reedy Oct. 11, 2021 06:09 PM EDT

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) fumbles the ball as he is hit by Minnesota Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter (99) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)
Campbell has composure but few answers for 0-5 Lions

By Dave Hogg Oct. 11, 2021 05:52 PM EDT