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Packers suspend CB Jaire Alexander one game following coin toss incident

The Green Bay Packers suspended cornerback Jaire Alexander for one game for his pregame coin toss antics ahead of Sunday’s win in Carolina. “The decision to suspend a player is never easy and not one we take lightly. Unfortunately, Jaire’s actions prior to the game in Carolina led us to take this step,” general manager…

Travis Kelce says Chiefs' struggles are on everyone: 'It's a frustrating (expletive) experience right now'

Travis Kelce summarized Kansas City’s 20-14 loss to the Raiders on Christmas Day quite simply in the latest episode of the “New Heights” podcast. “We handed that team a win on Christmas,” Kelce said on Wednesday, via ESPN.com. “We literally played Santa and gave them a present.” It’s easy to sense Kelce’s frustration in the…

'Healthy' Derek Carr hitting stride as Saints push for spot in NFC playoffs

The New Orleans Saints continue to cling to their postseason chances ahead of Week 18’s bout with the Atlanta Falcons, thanks to the play of their defense and recent run from quarterback Derek Carr. Carr has thrown two-plus passing TDs in four consecutive games, the longest streak by a Saints QB since Drew Brees had…

Raiders' Maxx Crosby (knee) expects to play vs. Vikings: 'If I have a heartbeat, I'm going to be out there with my brothers'

Ahead of Week 12’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders star edge rusher Maxx Crosby didn’t practice due to a knee injury and spent time in the hospital due to an infection. The issues didn’t keep Crosby off the field that game, despite being listed as doubtful, as he netted a sack…

State of the Miami Dolphins: Time for Mike McDaniel, Tua Tagovailoa to deliver deep playoff run

State of the Miami Dolphins: Time for Mike McDaniel, Tua Tagovailoa to deliver deep playoff run

AFC East AFC North AFC South AFC West NFC East NFC North NFC South NFC West Where does your squad stand ahead of the 2024 NFL season? Adam Rank sets the table by providing a State of the Franchise look at all 32 teams, zeroing in on the new faces to know, one significant fantasy…

Browns QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson clears concussion protocol; Kevin Stefanski declines to name starter vs. Jaguars

Dorian Thompson-Robinson has cleared concussion protocol and is available to play for the Browns in Week 14. There’s no guarantee he’ll play, though. When speaking with reporters Friday, Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski declined to name a starting quarterback for Cleveland’s game against Jacksonville this weekend. “Both guys practiced this week,” Stefanski said of Thompson-Robinson…

Commanders QB Jacoby Brissett named starter over Sam Howell for Week 17

Sam Howell‘s benching will carry over into Week 17. Washington is proceeding with Jacoby Brissett as its starting quarterback for the Commanders’ New Year’s Eve game against San Francisco, head coach Ron Rivera announced Wednesday. Brissett replaced Howell for a second time in as many weeks during the third quarter of the Commanders’ 30-28 loss…

NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Wednesday, Dec. 27

NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Wednesday, Dec. 27

NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com’s transaction hub for a daily breakdown. (NOTE: Teams listed in alphabetical order.) Arizona Cardinals 2023 · 3-12-0 INJURIES QB Kyler Murray (illness) did not practice Wednesday, but head coach Jonathan Gannon told reporters there’s no concern…

Doug Pederson says play-calling not to blame for Jaguars' struggles: 'We've got to take care of the football'

The Jacksonville Jaguars are floundering, losing four straight games, and face the prospect of playing without Trevor Lawrence, who suffered yet another injury in Week 16. As the Jags attempt to right the ship, the finger of blame will be pointed in every direction. Throughout this season, offensive coordinator Press Taylor, a first-time play-caller, has…