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NFL announces Salute to Service Award nominees

Nov. 11, 2020 12:01 PM EST
NEW YORK (AP) — Nominees for the NFL's annual Salute to Service Award for this year include players, coaches, team executives, and even cheerleaders. ...

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (22) celebrates after scoring against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Rhule: McCaffrey's injury not expected to be season ending

By Steve Reed Nov. 11, 2020 11:10 AM EST

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams, right, celebrates after catching a touchdown pass next to San Francisco 49ers cornerback Emmanuel Moseley (41) during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
A look at who's up and who's down at midpoint of NFL season

By Josh Dubow Nov. 11, 2020 04:15 AM EST

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks to throw against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. With the NFC East a total mess, the conference's West Division is so strong that three teams, possibly all four, figure to challenge for the playoffs. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Wide-open NFC has league's best and worst divisions

By Rob Maaddi Nov. 10, 2020 05:40 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers' Chris Boswell (9) talks with head coach Mike Tomlin, right, after Boswell kicked a field goal late in the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Steelers stay perfect, keep top spot in AP Pro32 poll

By Simmi Buttar Nov. 10, 2020 05:29 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) throws a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
AFC features plenty of star power even without Tom Brady

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 10, 2020 03:18 PM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton, left, celebrates his touchdown 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/Bill Kostroun)
Despite record, Patriots confidence remains at halfway point

By Kyle Hightower Nov. 10, 2020 01:29 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 13, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Tyrod Taylor (5) leaves the field for halftime during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati. From the season-altering (Dak Prescott, Saquon Barkley) to the bizarre (Taylor, Trent Brown), injuries are playing their traditionally significant role in the NFL. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster, File)
From season-altering to bizarre, injuries hit NFL yet again

By Schuyler Dixon Nov. 10, 2020 03:21 AM EST

New England Patriots' Rex Burkhead, left, signals a touchdown as quarterback Cam Newton scores during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Monday, Nov. 9, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Patriots storm back to beat Jets 30-27, end 4-game skid

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 09, 2020 11:35 PM EST

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith (10) celebrates with teammates, including wide receiver wide receiver Michael Thomas (13) after scoring against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Saints enter season's second half as prime contenders

By Brett Martel Nov. 09, 2020 09:15 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) reacts as he leaves the field at the end of the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
At 6-3, Brady-led Bucs off to best start in nearly 2 decades

By Fred Goodall Nov. 09, 2020 07:49 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Robert Woods (17) catches a pass during warm-ups prior to an NFL game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020 in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins defeated the Rams 28-17. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Formerly high-scoring Rams now struggling to put up points

By Greg Beacham Nov. 09, 2020 06:14 PM EST

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) celebrates with teammate Isaiah McKenzie after they connected for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
Perhaps, it's time to start taking the 7-2 Bills seriously

By John Wawrow Nov. 09, 2020 05:11 PM EST

Jets activate CB Hall, promote 3 others before game vs. Pats

Nov. 09, 2020 04:38 PM EST
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Jets activated rookie cornerback Bryce Hall from the reserve/non-football injury list and he'll likely make his NFL...

Houston Texans safety Eric Murray (23) tries to break up a pass reception by Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver DJ Chark Jr. (17) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jaguars halfway home to another high pick, potential reboot

By Mark Long Nov. 09, 2020 01:11 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers' Chris Boswell (9) talks with head coach Mike Tomlin, right, after Boswell kicked a field goal late in the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
On Football: Be prepared or be ready for an unexpected test

By Barry Wilner Nov. 09, 2020 03:02 AM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) is pressured by New Orleans Saints defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) as he throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Brady, Buccaneers sputter in lackluster 38-3 loss to Saints

By Fred Goodall Nov. 09, 2020 01:35 AM EST

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) scores on a 1-yard touchdown run against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Brees throws 4 TD passes, Saints rout Brady, Buccaneers 38-3

By Fred Goodall Nov. 08, 2020 11:28 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers' Jordan Berry (4) holds as place kicker Chris Boswell (9) attempts a field goal under pressure from Dallas Cowboys cornerback C.J. Goodwin (29) in the second half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. The Cowboys blocked the field goal attempt. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
NFL Today, Week 9

By The Associated Press Nov. 08, 2020 09:12 PM EST

Thomas, Godwin active as Saints, Bucs battle for 1st place

Nov. 08, 2020 08:14 PM EST
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — NFL career passing leaders Tom Brady and Drew Brees are working with full complements of playmakers with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New...