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FILE - In this Oct. 12, 2014, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers strong safety Troy Polamalu watches from the bench in the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Brownsin Cleveland. First-time eligibles Reggie Wayne and Polamalu are among 15 finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's modern-day 2020 class. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Wayne, Polamalu finalists for HOF 2020 in 1st year eligible

By Barry Wilner Jan. 02, 2020 07:04 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz wipes down his helmet at the NFL football team's practice facility in Philadelphia, Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020. The Seattle Seahawks travel to Philadelphia to play the Eagles in an NFC wild-card matchup on Sunday. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Eagle's Carson Wentz to make postseason debut vs. Seahawks

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 02, 2020 06:42 PM EST

File-This Feb. 27, 2019, file photo shows New York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman speaking during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. The Giants fired head coach Pat Shurmur on Monday, Dec. 30, 2019, just two years into a five-year contract, the Daily News has confirmed. But the Giants aren’t making sweeping changes as Gettleman is being retained by co-owners John Mara and Steve Tisch. Gettleman is expected to meet with the media on Tuesday. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Giants start coaching interviews, Cowboys Kris Richard

By Tom Canavan Jan. 02, 2020 04:41 PM EST

Eagles try to beat Russell Wilson, Seahawks for first time

By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2020 03:30 PM EST
SEATTLE (11-5) at PHILADELPHIA (9-7) Sunday, 4:40 p.m. EST, NBC OPENING LINE — Eagles by 1 RECORD...

Seattle Seahawks' John Ursua, left, makes a catch at the one-yard line to give the team a first down with less than a minute left as San Francisco 49ers' K'Waun Williams tackles during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers won 26-21. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
Pressure nothing new for Eagles as they prepare for Seattle

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 02, 2020 03:07 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph stands on the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, in Minneapolis. In his ninth season with the Minnesota Vikings, tight end Kyle Rudolph realizes he doesn't have many more of these chances to win a championship. The Vikings start the playoffs at New Orleans on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King, File)
Chicago Bears at Minnesota Vikings 12/29/2019

Jan. 02, 2020 03:04 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks' Marshawn Lynch (24) carries between San Francisco 49ers' Richard Sherman (25) and Solomon Thomas (94) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Teams without a bye have a tough road to the Super Bowl

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 02, 2020 02:20 AM EST

Seattle Seahawks tight end Jacob Hollister (48) is stopped just short of the goal line by San Francisco 49ers middle linebacker Fred Warner (54) and linebacker Dre Greenlaw, left, during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers won 26-21. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Carroll believes NFL missed pass interference call vs 49ers

By Tim Booth Jan. 01, 2020 07:47 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins throws a pass intended for tight end Kyle Rudolph (82) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
Cousins, Vikings prep for crossroad playoff game vs. Saints

By Dave Campbell Jan. 01, 2020 05:49 PM EST

49ers sign DT Earl Micthell for postseason

Jan. 01, 2020 04:20 PM EST
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have signed defensive tackle Earl Mitchell to a contract for the playoffs Wednesday and waived defensive...

AP Sportlight

Compiled By Paul Montella Jan. 01, 2020 09:47 AM EST
Jan. 2 1961 — George Blanda passes for three touchdowns and kicks a field goal and the extra points to give the Houston Oilers a 24-16...

Ravens, Saints, 49ers are top 3 teams in final AP Pro32 poll

By Simmi Buttar Dec. 31, 2019 08:46 PM EST
NEW YORK (AP) — Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens will start the postseason as the hottest team in the NFL. The Ravens, who finished with the league’s...

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets in Orchard Park, N.Y. In making his NFL playoff debut against the Texans this weekend, second-year Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen gets an opportunity to show how far he's come since his last trip to Houston 14 months ago. (AP Photo/David Dermer, File)
Allen makes great jump in 2nd year for playoff-bound Bills

By John Wawrow Dec. 31, 2019 07:46 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks' John Ursua, left, makes a catch at the one-yard line to give the team a first down with less than a minute left as San Francisco 49ers' K'Waun Williams tackles during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers won 26-21. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
Final drive of regular-season finale featured everything

Arnie Stapleton Dec. 31, 2019 04:25 AM EST

Officials stand on the field as a play involving Seattle Seahawks tight end Jacob Hollister (48) is reviewed late in the second half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Seattle. Hollister was ruled down just inches away from the goal line on a fourth-and-goal play and the decision was upheld by the review. The 49ers won 26-21. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Missed chance at division has Seahawks heading to the road

By Tim Booth Dec. 30, 2019 07:44 PM EST

Detroit Lions cornerback Darius Slay (23) takes a defensive position during an NFL game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019 in Minneapolis. The Vikings defeated the Lions 20-7. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Lions' Stafford says he's confident back injury won't linger

By Larry Lage Dec. 30, 2019 06:36 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles strong safety Malcolm Jenkins (27) celebrates beating the New York Giants after NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Once again, Eagles overcome adversity to reach playoffs

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 30, 2019 04:19 PM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady leaves the field after being defeated by the Miami Dolphins in an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Can playoffs be as unpredictable as end of regular season?

By Barry Wilner Dec. 30, 2019 02:18 AM EST

Officials stand on the field as a play involving Seattle Seahawks tight end Jacob Hollister (48) is reviewed late in the second half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Seattle. Hollister was ruled down just inches away from the goal line on a fourth-and-goal play and the decision was upheld by the review. The 49ers won 26-21. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Penalty costs Lynch chance at winning TD in Seattle return

By Josh Dubow Dec. 30, 2019 01:34 AM EST

Seattle Seahawks' Marshawn Lynch (24) scores a touchdown on a 1-yard rush against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
49ers take NFC West, No. 1 seed with 26-21 win over Seahawks

By Tim Booth Dec. 29, 2019 11:46 PM EST