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New York Jets defensive end John Franklin-Myers (91) sacks Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Browns' COVID contact players eligible to return Thursday

By Tom Withers Dec. 28, 2020 01:30 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Eric Ebron (85) celebrates with wide receivers Chase Claypool (11) and JuJu Smith-Schuster (19) after making a touchdown catch against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Steelers can exhale after a wearying run to AFC North title

By Will Graves Dec. 28, 2020 12:09 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals running back Samaje Perine (34) runs for a touchdown as Houston Texans' A.J. Moore Jr. (33) and Zach Cunningham try to tackle him during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Bengals cap productive week with pair of unexpected wins

By Simmi Buttar Dec. 28, 2020 11:52 AM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) passes against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
On Football: Playoff picture clears up -- and muddles, too

By Barry Wilner Dec. 28, 2020 02:06 AM EST

NFL Today, Week 16

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2020 08:59 PM EST
SCOREBOARD Monday, Dec. 28 Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots, 8:15 p.m., ESPN — Josh Allen and the AFC East...

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Mike Glennon (2) throws a pass as he is rushed by Chicago Bears linebacker Barkevious Mingo (50) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jaguars seemingly win Lawrence with 41-17 home loss to Bears

By Mark Long Dec. 27, 2020 07:06 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts strong safety Khari Willis (37) celebrates after sacking Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Colts' playoff path grows complicated after loss to Steelers

By Will Graves Dec. 27, 2020 06:35 PM EST

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield leaves the field after an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Jets won 23-16. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Browns' playoff chances take hit with 23-16 loss to Jets

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 27, 2020 04:54 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals running back Samaje Perine (34) celebrates after a 46-yard touchdown run against the Houston Texans during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)
Bengals beat Texans 37-31 for first road win since 2018

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 27, 2020 04:35 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts strong safety Khari Willis (37) sacks Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Steelers rally past Colts to end skid, lock up AFC North

By Will Graves Dec. 27, 2020 04:28 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) greets Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers (17) as the teams warm up before an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Indianapolis Colts at Pittsburgh Steelers 12/27/2020

Dec. 27, 2020 01:14 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is tackled by Atlanta Falcons Foyesade Oluokun during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
The Latest: NFC East will produce sub-.500 champ next week

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2020 12:51 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2020, file photo, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry plays against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game, in Cleveland. The Browns will try to earn a playoff spot without four wide receivers, including star Landry, their starting middle linebacker and his replacement due to COVID-19 protocols. But despite the six players being out, an NFL spokesman said Cleveland's game at the New York Jets will be played as scheduled on Sunday, Dec. 27. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Dwayne Haskins starts for Washington despite breaking rules

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2020 12:04 PM EST

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt warms up before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)
Cincinnati Bengals at Houston Texans 12/27/2020

Dec. 27, 2020 11:56 AM EST

Packers activate center Corey Linsley from injured reserve

Dec. 26, 2020 04:50 PM EST
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers center Corey Linsley has been activated from injured reserve after missing his team’s past three games. ...

Houston Texans wide receiver Chad Hansen (17) celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) n the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Bengals try to build on big win in trip to struggling Texans

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 24, 2020 05:03 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) celebrates touchdown with offensive guard Mark Glowinski (64) against the Houston Texans in the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Colts, Steelers meet while heading in opposite directions

By Will Graves Dec. 24, 2020 04:47 PM EST

Washington Football Team quarterback Dwayne Haskins (7) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks strong safety Jamal Adams (33) during the first half of an NFL football game between the Seattle Seahawks and Washington Football Team, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
A bonus for NFL fans in Week 16: 4 straight days of games

By Barry Wilner Dec. 24, 2020 04:15 PM EST

Bengals look to build on big win against struggling Texans

By The Associated Press Dec. 24, 2020 12:57 PM EST
CINCINNATI (3-10-1) at HOUSTON (4-10) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE - Texans by 8 RECORD VS....

Surging Colts hope to pounce on reeling Steelers

By The Associated Press Dec. 24, 2020 12:43 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (10-4) at PITTSBURGH (11-3) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, CBS OPENING LINE - Steelers by 3 RECORD...