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JJ Watt proves to be a solid replacement for Tony Romo as CBS’s No 1 analyst
JJ Watt steps into CBS's top NFL analyst chair, drawing praise while Tony Romo remains on leave.
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Raiders start Klint Kubiak era with complete team victory
The Las Vegas Raiders launched the Klint Kubiak era with a 27-13 season-opening victory over the Miami Dolphins.
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Matt LaFleur shredded by Packers fans after team collapses vs Vikings
9 articles track Green Bay's intense fallout following a 39-22 Week 1 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.
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Geno Smith praised for "quarterback efficiency' in Jets re-debut
Geno Smith earns high praise for quarterback efficiency during his Week 1 re-debut win with the New York Jets.
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Bears-Panthers was highest-scoring Week 1 game in NFL history
The Chicago Bears defeated the Carolina Panthers 59-37 in a historic, record-setting Week 1 NFL shootout.
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New York Jets vs. Tennessee Titans Live Score and Stats
The New York Jets opened their season with a 23-10 victory over the Tennessee Titans.
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Ravens' Henry passes Allen for third all-time in rushing TDs
Ravens running back Derrick Henry passed Marcus Allen to reach third place all-time in career rushing touchdowns.
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Week 1 NFL highlights: Best plays, moments, touchdowns, more
Football fans across the country are tuning in as the regular season kicks off its opening Sunday slate.
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Lions Week 1 inactives: Christian Izien, Ahmed Hassanein OUT vs. Saints
The Detroit Lions finalized their Week 1 roster decisions, ruling out five players for the season-opening matchup against the New Orleans Saints.
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Sources: Rams' Myles Garrett to have knee surgery, headed to IR
Rams star Myles Garrett is scheduled for knee surgery and will be placed on injured reserve following a Week 1 loss.
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Sources: Maxx Crosby shut down Rams trade talks after failed Ravens deal
Maxx Crosby reportedly ended potential trade talks with the Los Angeles Rams, opting to remain with the Raiders.
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Sources: Joey Porter Jr. unlikely to play amid uncertain Steelers future
Joey Porter Jr. is inactive for the Steelers' opener amid trade rumors and an uncertain contract deadline.
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Sources: C.J. Stroud, Texans to table extension talks
Contract extension negotiations between C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans are being set aside until after the upcoming season.
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Raiders TE Michael Mayer gets 3-year, $45M extension, sources say
Raiders tight end Michael Mayer secures a lucrative multi-year contract extension, sparking discussion across the league.
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Eagles-Commanders Final Injury Report: Jonathan Greenard ruled OUT
Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Jonathan Greenard has been officially ruled out for the upcoming Week 1 matchup against the Washington Commanders.
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Report: Kyle Shanahan quietly signed contract extension with 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers quietly signed head coach Kyle Shanahan to a multiyear contract extension during the offseason.
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Fred Warner felt the Rams "withered away" as game went on
Following a season-opening victory over the Rams in Melbourne, 49ers players reflected on the matchup and an unusual international trip.
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Myles Garrett: “This was the worst version of myself that I’ve put out there”
Myles Garrett calls his scoreless Rams debut against the 49ers the worst version of himself amid a significant knee injury.
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Shanahan, McVay brush off travel plans as factor in Niners' win over Rams
NFL coaches brush off travel factors following the 49ers' win over the Rams in an Australian opener.
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Brock Purdy, 49ers dominate Rams 27-7 in Australia
The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in Melbourne, Australia, during an international matchup.
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De'Zhaun Stribling injury update: 49ers wide receiver hobbled vs. Rams
San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling exits his debut against the Rams with an ankle injury.
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Jets' Breece Hall says he's ready to face Titans in opener
New York Jets running back Breece Hall states he is ready to face the Tennessee Titans in the upcoming season opener.
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Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa suffers oblique injury in practice
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has sustained an oblique injury in practice, altering team preparations ahead of the matchup against the Steelers.
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Seahawks pick off Drake Maye 3 times to beat Patriots 13-10 in Super Bowl rematch
The Seahawks defeated the Patriots 13-10 in a Super Bowl rematch defined by three interceptions thrown by Drake Maye.
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Sam Darnold suffers hip injury on Seahawks' opening drive. Fracture ruled out but more tests needed
Sam Darnold exits the season opener with a hip injury as the Seahawks rally past the Patriots.
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Seahawks take Week 1 win over Patriots, lose QB Darnold early
The Seattle Seahawks secured a 13-10 Week 1 victory over the New England Patriots while losing quarterback Sam Darnold early in the game.
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Seahawks rule out QB Sam Darnold’s return tonight
Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold and Patriots receiver A.J. Brown exited their Week 1 opener due to injuries.
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Report: Brock Bowers to miss "a game or two" after meniscus trim
Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is expected to miss time following a meniscus trim.
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McCarthy to open season as Vikings' No. 3 QB
6 articles track the Vikings positioning J.J. McCarthy as the team's third-string quarterback ahead of the season opener.
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A new starter pops up on the 49ers injury report
Fantasy managers and 49ers fans face a tense wait as key players land on the team's first official practice report ahead of the season opener.
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Baker Mayfield agrees to three-year extension with Buccaneers
Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers secured a three-year extension, moving past earlier camp tensions.
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Aaron Donald will not play against the 49ers
Los Angeles Rams defensive star Aaron Donald will miss the team's season opener against the 49ers in Australia.
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Browns announce unofficial depth chart for Week 1 vs. the Jaguars
NFL teams release their unofficial depth charts and roster updates as Week 1 approaches.
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DK Metcalf, Aaron Rodgers bonded over their mutual embrace of conspiracy theories
Shared conspiracy theories regarding Antarctica have linked NFL figures Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce match in silky stripes for NYC date night
Newlyweds Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce stepped out in New York City for their first public date night in months.
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Detroit Lions make several roster moves ahead of Week 1 vs. Saints
The Detroit Lions shuffle their roster and adjust player numbers ahead of their Week 1 matchup against the Saints.
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Giants cut Slayton, team's longest-tenured player
The Giants released veteran wide receiver Darius Slayton just days before their upcoming season opener.
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Cowboys guard Tyler Smith to have thumb surgery, headed for IR
The Dallas Cowboys face an early-season roster hurdle as star offensive lineman Tyler Smith heads to injured reserve before Week 1.
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Falcons pick Tua Tagovailoa as their Week 1 starting quarterback
The Falcons have named Tua Tagovailoa their starting quarterback for the upcoming Week 1 matchup against the Steelers.
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49ers happy to be in Australia, call it 'a cool experience'
5 distinct outlets capture the 49ers arriving in Melbourne for a season opener while navigating time zone confusion and local food.
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Mike Detillier dies after brief battle with cancer, revered as respected college & pro football analyst for 40+ years on WWL
Longtime sports radio host and football analyst Mike Detillier has died following a brief battle with cancer.
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Rams expect Puka Nacua, Alaric Jackson to play vs. 49ers
The Rams expect Puka Nacua and Alaric Jackson to play against the 49ers.
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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell agrees to four-year extension
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has agreed to a four-year contract extension, tying his leadership to the league through the end of the decade.
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Miami Dolphins Add Former First-Round Pick Mazi Smith to Practice Squad
The Dolphins shock fans by dropping a quarterback and stashing a former first‑round pick on the practice squad.
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Tony Romo pleads no contest to OWI charge in Wisconsin, vows to return to CBS
A former NFL star’s no‑contest OWI plea sparks a CBS leave and a public vow to return, putting his broadcasting future under scrutiny.
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Cowboys waive QB Joe Milton
Dallas Cowboys cut backup quarterback Joe Milton, reshaping their QB depth chart as Sam Howell steps up.
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Chiefs News: It’s time to form the practice squad
NFL deadline day sees a wave of roster cuts as the Chiefs scramble to shape their practice squad.
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2026 Detroit Lions practice squad, waiver wire tracker
Detroit Lions finalize a 53-man roster while staying idle on the waiver wire, leaving practice‑squad spots wide open.
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Police officer in Jed York arrest video: “It’s crazy the people that do this”
Jed York’s August arrest and the NFL’s swift review spark a league‑wide debate over ownership conduct.
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NFL ending Pro Bowl game. Player honors will remain, but alternates no longer acknowledged
The NFL scraps the Pro Bowl game, reshaping its flagship All‑Star tradition while keeping player honors.
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NFL, players agree to focus discipline on 5 health, safety fouls
A new three‑strike rule puts NFL players at risk of game suspensions for repeat safety fouls.
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Source: Giants WR Calvin Austin (torn ACL) out for season
Giants lose top receiver Calvin Austin to a torn ACL, reshaping their 2026 offense
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Ja’Marr Chase says he’s “fine” after hyperextending his knee
Ja'Marr Chase's calm "I'm fine" claim clashes with grim knee footage, sending Bengals fans from panic to cautious optimism.
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Big Ten to pass rule that prohibits players to return to college football from NFL
The Big Ten is set to outlaw former NFL players from stepping back onto college fields, upending a long‑standing loophole.
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Nike x NFL Rivalries uniforms return for 2026 season with 8 new teams, including Lions and Texans
Nike and the NFL roll out eight new Rivalries alternate uniforms for the 2026 season, sparking fresh team identities.
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New study finds at least 24.5 percent of NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE
Study reveals at least one‑in‑four former NFL players dead since 2016 had CTE, sparking fresh safety debate.
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Packers training camp recap today; fight breaks out, defense dominates
A training camp fight between former college teammates highlights the latest Green Bay Packers practice.
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Mike McCarthy says Steelers at 'impasse' with CB Joey Porter
Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy reports a contract impasse with cornerback Joey Porter Jr. ahead of Week 1.
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San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York pleads no contest after arrest at Ohio trailer park
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York faces misdemeanor charges after an arrest in an Ohio trailer park.
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49ers owner arrested in East Palestine
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York was arrested in Ohio and pleaded no contest to misdemeanor charges.