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Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) carries for a first down during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Chargers' Ekeler 'going fantasy crazy' with NFL-best 16 TDs

By Joe Reedy Dec. 28, 2022 09:06 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (25) carries during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 17

By Brandon Gdula Dec. 28, 2022 07:17 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson, right, catches a 15-yard touchdown pass over New York Giants cornerback Darnay Holmes (30) and safety Julian Love (20) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
T.J. Hockenson proves perfect fit for Vikings' offense

By Brian Hall Dec. 28, 2022 06:40 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley reacts to a fourth down stop during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Defense propels Chargers to 1st playoff berth in 4 seasons

By Joe Reedy Dec. 27, 2022 08:04 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Nick Foles (9) is sacked by Los Angeles Chargers' Khalil Mack (52) during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Colts take step back as pass-protection problems return

By Michael Marot Dec. 27, 2022 05:10 PM EST

FILE - Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis (90) in action during the NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys on Oct. 16, 2022, in Philadelphia. Davis was such a difference-maker in the middle of the Eagles’ defensive line the first two months of the season that the team needed to sign two former Pro Bowl players to replace him after the rookie sustained an ankle injury. (AP Photo/Christopher Szagola, File)
Eagles rookie Jordan Davis learns from room of veterans

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 27, 2022 02:29 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts' Jelani Woods (80) makes a catch against Los Angeles Chargers' Michael Davis (43) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Chargers reach playoffs, beat Foles, overmatched Colts 20-3

By Michael Marot Dec. 26, 2022 11:30 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James Jr. (3) makes an interception against Indianapolis Colts' Parris Campbell (1) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Chargers S James ejected after 2 personal fouls in 3 plays

Dec. 26, 2022 09:38 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers runs between Denver Broncos cornerback Damarri Mathis, left, and linebacker Randy Gregory during the first half of an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Randy Gregory, Oday Aboushi suspended 1 game for punches

Dec. 26, 2022 03:06 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson, left, celebrates with teammate C.J. Ham after an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 27-24. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings offense still seeking complete performance

By Dave Campbell Dec. 26, 2022 02:39 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers place kicker Cameron Dicker (15) celebrates with teammates after kicking the game winning field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Chargers face Colts on rebound after historically poor games

By Michael Marot Dec. 25, 2022 12:25 PM EST

Today in Sports History-Roy first goalie to win 500 games

By The Associated Press Dec. 25, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 26 1908 — Jack Johnson becomes the first black man to win the world heavyweight boxing title, with a 14th-round knockout of Tommy Burns in Sydney,...

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) runs from Minnesota Vikings safety Camryn Bynum (24) during a 27-yard touchdown run in the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Minneapolis. The Vikings won 27-24. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Vikings edge Giants 27-24 on Joseph's game-ending 61-yard FG

By Dave Campbell Dec. 24, 2022 04:47 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) scrambles away from Tennessee Titans linebacker Rashad Weaver (99) during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Colts still playing to win as Chargers chase playoff spot

By Michael Marot Dec. 22, 2022 09:29 PM EST

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill, left, greets Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) after an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Chargers close in on playoff spot against injuries, history

By Greg Beacham Dec. 22, 2022 08:35 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) scrambles away from Tennessee Titans linebacker Rashad Weaver (99) during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Foles trying to give Colts fresh start against Chargers

By The Associated Press Dec. 22, 2022 08:21 PM EST

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll smiles during a news conference after a 20-12 victory over the Washington Commanders, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Giants-Vikings reconnects rookie coaches Daboll, O'Connell

By Dave Campbell Dec. 22, 2022 05:28 PM EST

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

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) runs against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game in Seattle, Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 16

By Brandon Gdula Dec. 21, 2022 04:58 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) catches an 8-yard touchdown pass ahead of Indianapolis Colts cornerback Stephon Gilmore (5) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)
Vikings' Cook, Bills' Diggs among best bets to score

By Dorian Colbert Dec. 21, 2022 02:41 PM EST