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Texans QB C.J. Stroud in concussion protocol following loss to Jets

The Texans’ surprising loss to the Jets on Sunday came with a late injury included. C.J. Stroud has entered the concussion protocol and the rookie quarterback will be evaluated throughout this upcoming week, head coach DeMeco Ryans announced following the defeat. Stroud’s neck whiplashed after taking a hit from Jets defensive lineman Quinnen Williams halfway…

Patriots eliminated from playoff contention at earliest point since 2000 season

Bill Belichick’s most trying season in his illustrious New England tenure met mathematical misfortune on Sunday. Despite defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night, the Patriots were officially eliminated from playoff contention due to the Cincinnati Bengals’ 34-14 win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. With four weeks remaining in the season, it’s the earliest…

Seahawks to start QB Drew Lock vs. 49ers with Geno Smith (groin) unable to play

Seattle will have to endure a rematch with the 49ers without its QB1. Seahawks quarterback Drew Lock will get the start on Sunday with Geno Smith (groin; questionable) unable to go, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported, per a source. Smith has since been declared inactive by the Seahawks, but the team will at least…

2023 NFL season, Week 14: Notable injuries, news from Sunday's games

Here are the injuries and news we’re monitoring around the league on this Week 14 Sunday: Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mack Hollins (ankle) and left tackle Jake Matthews (knee) did not return versus the Buccaneers. Defensive end Kentavius Street (shoulder) was ruled out for the game. Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Devin Duvernay (back) and safety…

Browns announce QB Joe Flacco will remain starter for rest of 2023 season

Cleveland has its starting quarterback for the remainder of its season. After turning back the clock with 311 yards, three touchdowns and an interception to lead the Browns to a 31-27 victory over the Jaguars on Sunday, 38-year-old Joe Flacco received the QB1 nod from head coach Kevin Stefanski. Asked if he Flacco would be…

Lions' Jared Goff: TE Sam LaPorta, RB Jahmyr Gibbs are 'two of the best rookies I've ever been around'

Any worries in Detroit were remedied by a 42-point display from the Lions offense in Week 15. Jared Goff and Co. were simply dominant in Saturday night’s win over the Denver Broncos, producing 448 total yards of offense with a healthy dispersion of run and pass plays that resulted in touchdown drives in five of…

Brazil to host first-ever NFL regular-season game in South America in 2024

The National Football League will play a regular season game in Brazil in 2024 — the first ever in South America — as the league continues to emphasize global growth as a major strategic priority. The historic first game in Brazil will take place in the city of São Paulo at the Corinthians Arena, home…

Move the Sticks: Dave Ziegler on Patriots scouting days, traits he looks for & team building

Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks are back with a new episode of Move the Sticks. Throughout the show, the guys are joined by former Raiders general manager Dave Ziegler as he discusses balancing a personal life while working in the NFL, stories from his Patriots scouting days, what makes up a winning organization and culture….