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Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook holds the ball up as he runs into the end zone during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020 in Minneapolis. (Elizabeth Flores/Star Tribune via AP)
Vikings-Bears game stirs college memories for Cousins, Foles

By Andrew Seligman Nov. 15, 2020 11:55 AM EST

Fans sit in the stands before the first half of an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Charlotte , N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Carolina Panthers 11/15/2020

Nov. 15, 2020 11:26 AM EST

New York Giants' Golden Tate, right, catches a touchdown in front of Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Sean Murphy-Bunting during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 2, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Tate apologizes for outburst, says it 'won't happen again'

Nov. 13, 2020 04:31 PM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton, center, throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Monday, Nov. 9, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
QBs Brady, Newton, Rivers still finding footing in new homes

By Mark Long Nov. 13, 2020 03:00 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 4, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald, right, works against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif. Halfway through the season, Donald is in the running for defensive player of the year. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File)
On Football: Halfway through season, who are awards leaders?

By Barry Wilner Nov. 13, 2020 10:14 AM EST

Philadelphia Eagles' Travis Fulgham (13) catches a touchdown pass against Dallas Cowboys' Trevon Diggs (27) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Eagles seek to continue dominance over Giants in NFC East

By Rob Maaddi Nov. 12, 2020 08:00 PM EST

Chicago Bears quarterback Nick Foles (9) passes against the Tennessee Titans in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
For Foles, Bears' game against Vikings spurs super memories

By Andrew Seligman Nov. 12, 2020 07:40 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) runs off the field after an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Indianapolis. Old school and new school will collide when the Patriots host the Ravens. (AP Photo/Zach Bolinger, File)
Lamar Jackson, Cam Newton in spotlight as Pats host Ravens

By Kyle Hightower Nov. 12, 2020 06:00 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles' Doug Pederson, left, and DeSean Jackson talk during practice at the NFL football team's training facility, Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, Pool)
Chiefs coach Andy Reid's tree extends to all corners of NFL

By Dave Skretta Nov. 12, 2020 05:10 PM EST

New York Jets head coach Adam Gase reacts during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. From the unbeaten Steelers at the top to the winless Jets at the bottom, predictability has taken a hike halfway through NFL 2020. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Jets hit bye week with no wins, lots of questions for future

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 12, 2020 04:57 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 19, 2017, file photo, then-Philadelphia Eagles tight end Trey Burton (88) has a photo taken with former Eagles linebacker Emmanuel Acho prior to an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas. Acho has enjoyed a spectacular rise off the field, beginning with his desire to take on racism. Acho celebrated his 30th birthday this week with the official release of his book: “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man.” His YouTube series with the same name has already amassed over 65 million views in five months.(AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Former NFL player Emmanuel Acho tackles racism in new book

By Rob Maaddi Nov. 12, 2020 04:23 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) looks for a receiver during an NFL game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020 in Tampa, Fla. The Saints defeated the Buccaneers 38-3. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
NFL television ratings see 6% decline at midseason point

By Joe Reedy Nov. 12, 2020 01:46 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) looks for a receiver during an NFL game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020 in Tampa, Fla. The Saints defeated the Buccaneers 38-3. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Brady, Bucs look to rebound from lopsided loss vs. Carolina

By Steve Reed Nov. 12, 2020 01:39 PM EST

Former league MVPs Jackson, Newton meet as Pats host Ravens

By The Associated Press Nov. 12, 2020 01:13 PM EST
BALTIMORE (6-2) at NEW ENGLAND (3-5) Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EDT, NBC OPENING LINE — Ravens by 6 1/2 ...

Panthers looking to avenge 31-17 Week 2 loss to Brady, Bucs

By The Associated Press Nov. 12, 2020 11:43 AM EST
TAMPA BAY (6-3) at CAROLINA (3-6) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE - Buccaneers by 6 RECORD VS....

Packers seek to hand Jaguars their 8th consecutive loss

By The Associated Press Nov. 12, 2020 10:10 AM EST
JACKSONVILLE (1-7) at GREEN BAY (6-2) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE – Packers by 13 ½ RECORD...

FILE - In this Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, in Cincinnati. There’s no shortage of high draft picks making huge impact around the league, especially on offense with the instant success of players like Burrow. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Talent show: Rookie class shines despite virus limitations

By Dave Campbell Nov. 12, 2020 01:56 AM EST

The New Orleans Saints huddle during an NFL game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020 in Tampa, Fla. The Saints defeated the Buccaneers 38-3. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Column: Half a season and a Super Bowl ahead for NFL

By Tim Dahlberg Nov. 12, 2020 01:53 AM EST

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) catches a pass in front of San Francisco 49ers cornerback Jamar Taylor (47) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Browns' Chubb, Packers' Adams among best bets to score

By Dorian Colbert Nov. 11, 2020 04:50 PM EST

New York Jets head coach Adam Gase reacts during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. From the unbeaten Steelers at the top to the winless Jets at the bottom, predictability has taken a hike halfway through NFL 2020. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Halfway through NFL season, uncertainty reigns off the field

By Barry Wilner Nov. 11, 2020 03:30 PM EST