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FILE - Seattle Seahawks running back Adrian Peterson (21) celebrates with quarterback Russell Wilson (3) after scoring a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game Dec. 5, 2021, in Seattle. With uncertainty surrounding the future of Wilson, Peterson believes finishing the season on a high note – Wilson threw nine touchdown passes and one interception in the final three games – will result in the quarterback staying put. (AP Photo/John Froschauer, File)
Adrian Peterson looks to extend career in Seattle

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AP Sportlight

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Dec. 28 1944 — Maurice Richard has five goals and three assists to lead the Montreal Canadiens to a 9-1 rout of the Detroit Red Wings. ...

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) is congratulated by Kylen Granson (83) and Eric Fisher (79) after scoring on a 67-yard touchdown run during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Cardinals try to clinch playoff spot against surging Colts

By David Brandt Dec. 23, 2021 01:56 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (7) reacts after breaking up a pass in the end zone against the New York Giants during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Playoff-bound Cowboys set for quick Washington rematch

By The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2021 01:51 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) runs for a 67-yard touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Surging Colts, struggling Cardinals meet on Christmas Day

By The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2021 10:51 AM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2021 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 28 1944 — Maurice Richard has five goals and three assists to lead the Montreal Canadiens to a 9-1 rout of the Detroit Red Wings. ...

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor runs for a 67-yard touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Record 27 teams remain in playoff hunt with 3 weeks to go

By Josh Dubow Dec. 22, 2021 02:21 AM EST

Kansas City Chiefs fullback Michael Burton scores a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Kelce's OT touchdown gives Chiefs 34-28 win over Chargers

By Joe Reedy Dec. 16, 2021 11:59 PM EST

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Dec. 16, 2021 11:45 AM EST
Dec. 17 1933 — The Chicago Bears win the first NFL championship with a 23-21 victory over the New York Giants. The Bears score the winning touchdown on...

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Dec. 16, 2021 11:30 AM EST
Dec. 17 1933 — The Chicago Bears win the first NFL championship with a 23-21 victory over the New York Giants. The Bears score the winning touchdown on...

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Dec. 09, 2021 11:07 AM EST
Dec. 10 1939 — The Green Bay Packers register the first shutout in an NFL championship game by beating the New York Giants 27-0. 1961 —...

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Dec. 09, 2021 11:03 AM EST
Dec. 10 1939 — The Green Bay Packers register the first shutout in an NFL championship game by beating the New York Giants 27-0. 1961 —...

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones, left, hands off to cornerback J.C. Jackson during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., Monday, Dec. 6, 2021. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Patriots throw fewest passes in an NFL game since 1974

By Josh Dubow Dec. 08, 2021 02:18 AM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor (5) is sacked by Indianapolis Colts defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad (97) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex )
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By Kristie Rieken Dec. 05, 2021 04:12 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) heads to the locker room after a win over the Buffalo Bills in an NFL football game at Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
Brady leads Bucs bunch back to Indy for another big game

By Michael Marot Nov. 26, 2021 01:50 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers nose tackle Steve McLendon (96) celebrates with free safety Jordan Whitehead (33) after intercepting a pass by New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Nov. 22, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Indy hoping for better results as Brady brings Bucs to town

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AP Sportlight

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Nov. 25 1925 — Red Grange, playing his first game as a professional with the Chicago Bears, is held to 36 yards in a 0-0 tie with the...

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward, left, breaks up a pass intended for Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Cedrick Wilson (1) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
NFL teams on Thanksgiving schedule all coming off loss

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AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2021 10:00 AM EST
Nov. 24 1904 — Fullback Sam McAllester is thrown for a touchdown to give Tennessee a 7-0 victory over Alabama. McAllester, wearing a wide...

Minnesota Vikings kicker Greg Joseph, center, celebrates with teammates after kicking a 29-yard field goal on the final play of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 34-31. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
NFL Today, Week 11

By The Associated Press Nov. 21, 2021 09:29 PM EST