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Carolina Panthers running back D'Onta Foreman runs during the first half of an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Detroit Lions on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Brady, Bucs take aim at NFC South title against Panthers

By Fred Goodall Dec. 29, 2022 05:48 PM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones, left, holds the ball as he hits the ground while Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Joseph Ossai, right, defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
Without Tua, Dolphins need to find a win to reach playoffs

By Jimmy Golen Dec. 29, 2022 04:53 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Detroit Lions on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Brady, Bucs can clinch NFC South with win over Panthers

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2022 04:10 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

Cincinnati Bengals tight end Devin Asiasi, left, is brought down by New England Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones (25) during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Few winning teams leads to 1 Week 17 matchup of winners

By Josh Dubow Dec. 28, 2022 06:00 AM EST

FILE - Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis (90) in action during the NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys on Oct. 16, 2022, in Philadelphia. Davis was such a difference-maker in the middle of the Eagles’ defensive line the first two months of the season that the team needed to sign two former Pro Bowl players to replace him after the rookie sustained an ankle injury. (AP Photo/Christopher Szagola, File)
Eagles rookie Jordan Davis learns from room of veterans

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 27, 2022 02:29 PM EST

Today in Sports History-Detroit goes 16-games with no wins

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 27 1953 — The Detroit Lions edge the Cleveland Browns 17-16 for the NFL championship. Doak Walker’s extra point, following a 33-yard scoring pass,...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs as Arizona Cardinals safety Jalen Thompson pursues during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Brady, Bucs can clinch NFC South with victory over Panthers

By Fred Goodall Dec. 26, 2022 07:00 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) talks with head coach Kliff Kingsbury during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. The Buccaneers defeated the Cardinals 19-16 in overtime. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
Kingsbury's future with Cardinals the focus of final 2 weeks

By David Brandt Dec. 26, 2022 05:31 PM EST

FILE - Carolina Panthers cornerback Josh Norman (24) runs back an interception against the Jacksonville Jaguars for a 30-yard touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game on Sept. 13, 2015, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Panthers worked out 35-year-old cornerback Norman on Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, because starter Jaycee Horn’s status for Sunday’s crucial game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is up in the air. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Panthers sign CB Norman; Horn to have wrist surgery

By Steve Reed Dec. 26, 2022 03:00 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

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) is hit by Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (9) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Cardinals' McSorley falls short in NFL starting debut

By John Marshall Dec. 26, 2022 01:09 AM EST

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (6) runs in for a touchdown as Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Logan Ryan defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
Tom Brady, Buccaneers rally to beat Cardinals 19-16 in OT

By David Brandt Dec. 26, 2022 12:11 AM EST

Dallas Cowboys' DaRon Bland celebrates his interception with teammates during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Analysis: NFL playoff picture tightens up after Week 16

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 25, 2022 03:04 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (6) scores a touchdown against the Denver Broncos during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Bucs travel to Cardinals, try to keep lead in NFC South

By The Associated Press Dec. 22, 2022 07:51 PM EST

Denver Broncos tight end Eric Tomlinson (87) is hit by Arizona Cardinals linebacker Tanner Vallejo during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Brady, Bucs push for playoffs against struggling Cardinals

By David Brandt Dec. 22, 2022 05:04 PM EST

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Dec. 22, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 27 1953 — The Detroit Lions edge the Cleveland Browns 17-16 for the NFL championship. Doak Walker’s extra point, following a 33-yard scoring pass,...

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) runs against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game in Seattle, Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 16

By Brandon Gdula Dec. 21, 2022 04:58 PM EST

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown (81) walks on the field during an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. No charges will be filed against former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown following an apparent domestic incident at a Tampa, Florida, home in late November, prosecutors said Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Charges dropped against ex-NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown

By Freida Frisaro Dec. 21, 2022 12:56 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien (4) runs as Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt (99) pursues during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Cardinals out of playoff race, limping down stretch

By David Brandt Dec. 19, 2022 07:51 PM EST