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Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is interviewed after an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 39-36 in overtime. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Vikings' Jefferson unfazed by big hits, as big games pile up

By Dave Campbell Dec. 21, 2022 07:51 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams (17) pulls in a touchdown reception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Carr-Adams connection rallies Raiders past Chargers 27-20

By Mark Anderson Dec. 04, 2022 07:50 PM EST

Miami Dolphins running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (23) is congratulated by wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) after Wilson scores a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Tyreek Hill, Dolphins success shows value of elite WRs

By Alanis Thames Dec. 02, 2022 03:28 PM EST

New Orleans Saints quarterback Andy Dalton (14) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Brady, Bucs aim to take control of NFC South against Saints

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2022 07:10 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) is helped up by Kaylon Geiger after being sacked during overtime of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Cleveland, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022. Cleveland won in overtime 23-17. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Relieved Bucs: Wirfs' injury not as bad as initially feared

By Fred Goodall Nov. 28, 2022 05:39 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady throws before an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Munich, Germany. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader)
Bucs, Brady visit Browns looking for third straight win

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2022 03:51 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Za'Darius Smith (55) celebrates as his team takes the lead over the Buffalo Bills in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex)
Surging Vikings settle in at home for latest Cowboys visit

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2022 02:57 PM EST

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) passes past Miami Dolphins linebacker Melvin Ingram (6) as running back David Montgomery (32) blocks during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022 in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Fields looks to build on record outing when Bears host Lions

By The Associated Press Nov. 10, 2022 08:08 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) waves to spectators after an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. The Buccaneers defeated the Rams 16-13. Brady become the first player in NFL history with over 100,000 career passing yards. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Bucs, Seahawks clash in 1st regular-season game in Germany

By The Associated Press Nov. 10, 2022 02:41 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Brady, Bucs eye momentum in Bavarian battle against Seahawks

By Ken Maguire Nov. 10, 2022 01:37 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) reacts after defeating the Houston Texans in an NFL football game in Houston, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022. The Eagles won 29-17. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
NFL scoring down to lowest level since 2010 at halfway point

By Josh Dubow Nov. 09, 2022 03:53 AM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady throws during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Rams, Bucs meet in matchup of past 2 Super Bowl champions

By The Associated Press Nov. 03, 2022 03:57 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) stays ahead of Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (90) as he runs the ball in for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Chargers' Staley understands scrutiny of call on fourth down

By Joe Reedy Oct. 10, 2022 08:17 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) spikes the ball after running in for a touchdown against the Cleveland Browns during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Chargers hang on, beat Browns 30-28 after LA coach's gamble

By Tom Withers Oct. 09, 2022 04:40 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow waves to fans as he walks off the field after the AFC championship NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Bengals won 27-24 in overtime. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Analysis: Stafford, Burrow offer divergent Super Bowl paths

By Barry Wilner Feb. 08, 2022 02:11 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams' Matthew Stafford reacts after the NFC Championship NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. The Rams won 20-17 to advance to the Super Bowl. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Rams' Stafford hopes to follow in friend Kershaw's footsteps

By Greg Beacham Feb. 03, 2022 08:46 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) celebrates with wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) after his reception against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Rams' Stafford fired up to realize his Super Bowl dreams

By Greg Beacham Jan. 27, 2022 02:20 AM 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)
Scoring in NFL takes biggest drop in more than 40 years

By Josh Dubow Jan. 12, 2022 02:55 AM 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

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill (17) celebrates with fans after their win over the Houston Texans in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex )
NFL Today, Week 18

By The Associated Press Jan. 09, 2022 10:07 PM EST