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Los Angeles Rams cornerback Donte' Deayon (21) and linebacker Obo Okoronkwo (45) celebrate their win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during an NFL divisional round playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Rams on brink of Super Bowl despite struggling to close wins

By Greg Beacham Jan. 24, 2022 07:01 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers (23) slips a tackle by Tampa Bay Buccaneers free safety Jordan Whitehead (33) during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Gay's 30-yard FG lifts Rams over Brady, Buccaneers 30-27

By Fred Goodall Jan. 23, 2022 06:46 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) is sacked by Seattle Seahawks defensive end Carlos Dunlap (8) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ralph Freso)
Murray, Stafford seek first playoff wins when Cards visit LA

By Greg Beacham Jan. 14, 2022 04:59 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (32), defended by Green Bay Packers cornerback Isaac Yiadom (24) rushes for a 14-yard touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Lions' relatively strong ending gives hope for 2022 season

By Larry Lage Jan. 10, 2022 06:48 PM EST

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell watches from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Rodgers fine, sits 2nd half, top seed Packers lose to Lions

By Larry Lage Jan. 09, 2022 04:25 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

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) waves to fans after the team defeated the Carolina Panthers during an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
The Latest: Raiders beat Chargers with playoff spot on line

By The Associated Press Jan. 09, 2022 12:08 PM EST

Detroit Lions offensive tackle Penei Sewell (58) looks over quarterback Jared Goff during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Packers plan to start stars against Lions despite no stakes

By The Associated Pres Jan. 06, 2022 02:03 PM EST

Detroit Lions wide receiver Trinity Benson, left, sits on the bench during the second half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Lions struggle toward finish line with what's left of roster

By Dave Hogg Jan. 03, 2022 06:52 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow celebrates after the Bengals defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 34-31 in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
The Latest: Four teams vying for final two NFC playoff spots

By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2022 11:58 AM EST

Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny (20) points skyward after scoring a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seahawks host Lions in home finale with changes likely ahead

By Tim Booth Dec. 30, 2021 07:09 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny (20) carries against the Chicago Bears during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
Seahawks close out disappointing home campaign hosting Lions

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 01:43 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) tries to break a tackle by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (24) after catching a pass during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 17

By Brandon Gdula Dec. 30, 2021 12:19 PM EST

New York Giants' Mike Glennon passes during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Analysis: Omicron looms ominously over NFL's playoff races

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 28, 2021 02:49 AM EST

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) scores a touchdown against Atlanta Falcons inside linebacker Foye Oluokun (54) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Boyle plays well until INT ruins Lions' comeback bid late

By George Henry Dec. 26, 2021 07:01 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys' Trevon Diggs (7) celebrates intercepting a pass thrown by Washington Football Team's Taylor Heinicke in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
The Latest: Washington brings benches, just as Cowboys did

By The Associated Press Dec. 26, 2021 11:58 AM EST

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer, right, talks with down judge Derick Bowers (74) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)
Kupp will keep Vikings busy in crucial game vs. Rams

By Dave Campbell Dec. 23, 2021 04:10 PM EST

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell looks over his play sheet during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Falcons want first true home win as Lions eye first road W

By Charles Odum Dec. 23, 2021 02:21 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Ronald Jones (27) reacts after rushing for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 16

By Brandon Gdula Dec. 23, 2021 01:19 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back Craig Reynolds is caught by Arizona Cardinals free safeties Jalen Thompson, top, and Deionte Thompson (22) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Falcons look to protect fading playoff hopes against Lions

By The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2021 10:10 AM EST