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Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) celebrates after Devin Singletary (26) rushed for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Orchard Park, N.Y. The Bills won 29-15. (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex)
Titans hope third time is charm as top seed in AFC playoffs

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 13, 2022 06:46 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) tries to break a tackle by Los Angeles Rams free safety Taylor Rapp (24) after catching a pass during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings players look forward to new atmosphere, culture

By Dave Campbell Jan. 11, 2022 06:54 PM EST

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard catches a pass for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Green Bay Packers at Detroit Lions 1/9/2022

Jan. 09, 2022 01:29 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Gardner Minshew runs with the ball as Dallas Cowboys defensive end Tarell Basham tries to stop him during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson)
Dallas Cowboys at Philadelphia Eagles 1/9/2022

Jan. 08, 2022 08:33 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) catches a touchdown in front of Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Herbert, Roberts propel Chargers back into playoff position

By Joe Reedy Jan. 02, 2022 07:15 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) celebrates after a rushing touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Chargers 1/2/2022

Jan. 02, 2022 04:43 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson passes during warmups before an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Detroit Lions at Seattle Seahawks 1/2/2022

Jan. 02, 2022 03:13 PM EST

FILE -Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson (80) makes the catch for a first down in front of Atlanta Falcons defensive back Dominique Franks (24) in the second quarter of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, in Houston. Andre Johnson is a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2022.(AP Photo/Dave Einsel, File)
Falcons-Texans 12/4/2011

Dec. 30, 2021 06:01 PM EST

FILE -Kansas City Chiefs Jared Allen (69) celebrates a play against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first quarter of a football game Sunday, Oct. 7, 2007 in Kansas City, Mo. Jared Allen is a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2022.(AP Photo/Dick Whipple, File)
Hester, Ware, Andre Johnson 1st-year Hall of Fame finalists

By Barry Wilner Dec. 30, 2021 05:50 PM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 04:06 PM EST
Dec. 31 1961 — Paul Hornung, on leave from the Army, scores 19 points to lead the Green Bay Packers to a 37-0 win over the New York Giants for their...

Jacksonville Jaguars fans watch as their team warm up before an NFL football game against the New York Jets Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Jacksonville Jaguars at New York Jets 12/26/2021

Dec. 26, 2021 12:13 PM EST

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Dec. 20, 2021 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 21 1891 — Dr. James Naismith introduces the first game of basketball. Based on 13 rules created by Naismith, the game is tested by 18 students at...

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (10) looks for a receiver during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Houston Texans at Jacksonville Jaguars 12/19/2021

Dec. 19, 2021 01:33 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. warms up before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Kansas City Chiefs at Los Angeles Chargers 12/16/2021

Dec. 16, 2021 06:37 PM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Dec. 16, 2021 11:40 AM EST
Dec. 21 1891 — Dr. James Naismith introduces the first game of basketball. Based on 13 rules created by Naismith, the game is tested by 18 students at...

Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon (25) runs for a gain against the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Broncos honor Demaryius Thomas with 38-10 rout of the Lions

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 12, 2021 07:26 PM EST

Members of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrate late in the second half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Broncos hope to keep AFC West jumbled against Chiefs

By Barry Wilner Dec. 03, 2021 12:08 AM EST

A Detroit Lions fan is seen during pregame of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Chicago Bears at Detroit Lions 11/25/2021

Nov. 25, 2021 12:07 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Monday, Nov. 15, 2021. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 12

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 24, 2021 05:18 PM EST

Former Chicago Bears returner Devin Hester smiles during a retirement ceremony Monday, April 23, 2018 at Halas Hall. Seven first-time eligible former players, including wide receivers Andre Johnson, Steve Smith and Anquan Boldin, are among 26 modern day semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2022. Joining them as candidates for induction next year are outstanding kick returner Devin Hester; pass-rushing standouts Robert Mathis and DeMarcus Ware; and run-stuffing defensive tackle Vince Wilfork. Each last played in the 2016 season. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune via AP)
Andre Johnson, Steve Smith among Hall of Fame semifinalists

By Barry Wilner Nov. 24, 2021 01:04 PM EST