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FILE - Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Reeves adjusts his headset at the start of play against the Detroit Lions at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta Sunday, Dec. 22, 2002. Reeves, who won a Super Bowl as a player with the Dallas Cowboys but was best known for a long coaching career highlighted by four more appearances in the title game with the Denver Broncos and Atlanta Falcons, died Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Ric Feld, File)
Former Broncos, Falcons, Giants coach Dan Reeves dies at 77

By Paul Newberry Jan. 01, 2022 09:41 AM EST

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) fumbles the ball as he is tackled by Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Minneapolis. The Rams won 30-23. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings lose Cousins to COVID list before game vs. Packers

By Dave Campbell Dec. 31, 2021 11:50 AM EST

Atlanta Falcons inside linebacker Foye Oluokun (54) celebrates his interception against the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons won 20-16. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Bills have their swagger back in preparing to host Falcons

By John Wawrow Dec. 30, 2021 06:59 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams running back Sony Michel (25) runs from Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson (7) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Hardnosed RB Sony Michel carries Rams to playoff berth

By Greg Beacham Dec. 30, 2021 04:57 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

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Falcons seek to stay in playoff hunt in game at Bills

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 12:43 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

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill (17) passes against the San Francisco 49ers in the second half of an NFL football game Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Titans try to clinch AFC South against streaking Dolphins

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 11:22 AM EST

New England Patriots running back Damien Harris (37) hangs onto the ball as Buffalo Bills free safety Jordan Poyer, right, tries for the strip on his touchdown run during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)
In passing league, some teams still find success on ground

By Josh Dubow Dec. 29, 2021 01:58 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) runs up field after catching a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Record-setting receivers enjoy big Week 16 across NFL

By Josh Dubow Dec. 29, 2021 05:45 AM EST

Green Bay Packers oeensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett is seen before an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Jaguars line up 8 interviews for head coaching vacancy

By Mark Long Dec. 28, 2021 04:57 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 running back Jamaal Williams (30) is hit by Atlanta Falcons inside linebacker Foye Oluokun (54) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Campbell hopes to take more winning risks going forward

By Dave Hogg Dec. 27, 2021 06:21 PM EST

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (19) is congratulated by Stefon Diggs (14) after his touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. At left is New England Patriots safety Adrian Phillips (21). (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)
Bills beat Patriots, reassert themselves atop AFC East

By John Wawrow Dec. 27, 2021 05:56 PM EST

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell, left, speaks with Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith after an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons won 20-16. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Falcons show progress by remaining relevant through December

By Charles Odum Dec. 27, 2021 03:43 PM EST

FILE - Four-time winner of the Indianapolis 500, Al Unser, poses with the Borg-Warner Trophy at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Al Unser was the third member of one of America’s most-accomplished racing families to die in 2021, following his older brother Bobby, a three-time Indy champion, and Bobby Unser Jr. Al Unser was one of four drivers who won the Indy 500 a record four times, with victories in 1970, 1971, 1978 and 1987. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler, File)
Aaron, Elder overcame hate to achieve records, milestones

By Bernie Wilson Dec. 27, 2021 03:41 PM EST

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Tyson Campbell (32) tackles New York Jets punter Braden Mann (7) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Jaguars set to start interview process for next head coach

By Mark Long Dec. 27, 2021 03:40 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown is tackled by Carolina Panthers defensive back Myles Hartsfield during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
NFL Today, Week 16

By The Associated Press Dec. 26, 2021 10:01 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs running back Darrel Williams (31) is knocked out of bounds by Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Steelers dumped 36-10 by Chiefs as playoff hopes keep fading

By Dave Skretta Dec. 26, 2021 07:50 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs guard Trey Smith is introduced before the start of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Chiefs rout stumbling Steelers 36-10 to clinch AFC West

By Dave Skretta Dec. 26, 2021 07:45 PM EST