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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett, left, looks for a receiver as guard Braden Smith (72) blocks Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (91) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars 12/29/2019

Dec. 29, 2019 04:47 PM EST

New England Patriots running back Sony Michel scores a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Dolphins stun Patriots 27-24, denying NE first-round bye

By Kyle Hightower Dec. 29, 2019 04:46 PM EST

New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder (82) catches a pass for a touchdown in front of Buffalo Bills' Dean Marlowe (31) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Jets close season with 13-6 win over playoff-bound Bills

By John Wawrow Dec. 29, 2019 04:22 PM EST

Cowboys' Byron Jones out against Redskins with ankle injury

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 12:36 PM EST
Dallas cornerback Byron Jones is out against Washington and will miss a game for the first time in his five-year career because of an ankle injury sustained at...

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
The Latest: Eagles in playoffs, claim NFC East after victory

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 11:47 AM EST

AP Sportlight

Compiled By Paul Montella Dec. 29, 2019 09:25 AM EST
Dec. 30 1956 — The New York Giants win the NFL title with a 47-7 rout of the Chicago Bears. 1962 — The Green Bay...

Jets put Compton, Lewis on IR; claim Travis, promote Braden

Dec. 28, 2019 06:21 PM EST
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — The New York Jets placed starting guards Tom Compton and Alex Lewis on injured reserve a day before the team's season finale at...

File-This Dec. 8, 2019, file photo shows Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson passing during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Los Angeles. No matter how many spectacular plays Lamar Jackson and Wilson made, officiating overshadowed the NFL this season. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
In season of Lamar and Russell, NFL officiating overshadows

By Barry Wilner Dec. 27, 2019 02:56 PM EST

File-This Jan. 29, 1975, file photo shows Coach Lou Saban (second from left) of the Buffalo Bills, discussing with his staff one of their choices in Philadelphia in the three-day National Football League draft of college seniors. From left are: Bills' chief scout Bob Celeri; Saban; personnel director Harvey Johnson and scout Elbert Dubenion. Dubenion, who played key roles in the Buffalo Bills winning consecutive American Football League championships in the mid-1960s, has died. He was 86. The Bills announced Dubenion died Thursday, 55 years to the day of Buffalo winning its first AFL title with a 20-7 victory over the San Diego Chargers. Dubenion was living in Ohio and had been battling Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's. (AP Photo/Bill Ingraham, File)
Former AFL Bills star receiver Elbert Dubenion dies at 86

Dec. 27, 2019 10:46 AM EST

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) looks to pass in the second half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Jets' Darnold looks for positive finish to up-and-down year

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 26, 2019 08:10 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
49ers-Seahawks prime-time showdown highlights Week 17

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 26, 2019 06:47 PM EST

On Football: Offbeat Awards for the 2019 season

By Barry Wilner Dec. 26, 2019 06:17 PM EST
The Associated Press will hand out its individual NFL awards on the night before the Super Bowl in Miami. Until then, here are some off-the-beaten track honors...

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin Hodges (6) is stopped by New York Jets defensive end Kyle Phillips in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
For Ravens, there is no meaningless game against Steelers

By David Ginsburg Dec. 26, 2019 05:23 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson (18) is stopped by New York Jets linebacker Frankie Luvu (50)in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Bills wary of Williams-coached Jets defense in season finale

By John Wawrow Dec. 26, 2019 04:42 PM EST

Jets-Bills Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Dec. 26, 2019 12:03 PM EST
NEW YORK JETS (6-9) at BUFFALO (10-5) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, CBS OPENING LINE - Bills by 3 1/2 RECORD...

FILE - In this Nov. 10, 2019, file photo Buffalo Bills outside linebacker Lorenzo Alexander (57) breaks up a pass intended for Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (27) during the second half of an NFL football game in Cleveland. Vowing to retire after this season, the 13-year NFL veteran knows Sunday's regular-season finale against the New York Jets won't be his final game for the playoff-bound Bills. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Bills praise Alexander, who could be playing final home game

By John Wawrow Dec. 24, 2019 06:28 PM EST

File-This Jan. 19, 2014, file photo shows San Francisco 49ers tight end Vance McDonald (89) diving over Seattle Seahawks strong safety Kam Chancellor (31) after a 14 yard gain in the first quarter during the NFL football NFC Championship game in Seattle. As part of its celebration of its 100th season, the NFL is designating a Game of the Week, each chosen to highlight a classic matchup. For this week, it’s the 49ers-Seahawks game. To mark each Game of the Week, the AP will be reprinting its story of a classic matchup in the rivalry. This week it's the Seattle Seahawks' 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game on Jan. 19, 2014. (Paul Kitagaki Jr./The Sacramento Bee via AP, File)
NFL at 100: Seattle had to top 49ers on way to 1st title

By Tim Booth Dec. 24, 2019 03:16 PM EST

File-This Jan. 19, 2014 file photo shows Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman (25) hitting the ball away from San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Michael Crabtree (15) and is intercepted by Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Malcolm Smith (53) during the NFL football NFC Championship game, in Seattle. As part of its celebration of its 100th season, the NFL is designating a Game of the Week, each chosen to highlight a classic matchup. For this week, it’s the 49ers-Seahawks game. To mark each Game of the Week, the AP will be reprinting its story of a classic matchup in the rivalry. This week it's the Seattle Seahawks' 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game on Jan. 19, 2014. (Paul Kitagaki Jr./The Sacramento Bee via AP, File)
NFL At 100-AP Was There-49ers-Seahawks NFC title game

By Barry Wilner Dec. 24, 2019 02:54 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo Buffalo Bills outside linebacker Lorenzo Alexander (57) looks up from the sidelines, during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins in Miami Gardens, Fla. Vowing to retire after this season, the 13-year NFL veteran knows Sunday's regular-season finale against the New York Jets won't be his final game for the playoff-bound Bills. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)
Buffalo Bills at Miami Dolphins 12/2/2018

Dec. 24, 2019 09:10 AM EST

New York Giants tight end Kaden Smith catches a game-winning touchdown pass from quarterback Daniel Jones during overtime of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Landover, Md. The Giants won 41-35 in overtime. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Behind The Call: Wondering about NFL overtime structure

By Barry Wilner Dec. 24, 2019 02:17 AM EST