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C.J. Stroud CAN be MVP; Lions WILL earn NFC's No. 1 seed; Bengals MUST win on Thursday in Baltimore

Everyone has played at least nine games, meaning the 2023 NFL regular season is beyond halfway done. Consequently, we’re starting to get a clearer picture on where teams stand — and where they ultimately could end up. With that in mind, it’s a good time to clarify where I stand on the happenings across the…

Patriots' safety Jabrill Peppers on victory over Steelers: Felt good to get a win for Bill Belichick

Bill Belichick’s future following the 2023 season has been questioned as the losses mounted in New England. After weeks of subpar play, Belichick’s club finally got off the mat, snapping a five-game losing streak Thursday with a 21-18 win on the road in Pittsburgh. Veteran safety Jabrill Peppers said after the win that he’s happy…

Move the Sticks: MNF recap, evaluating C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young and Week 11 rookie draft

Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks and Rhett Lewis are back with a new episode of Move the Sticks. To start off the show, the guys recap the Monday Night Football game between the Broncos and Bills, as well as reacting to the news that the Bills have fired their offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey (:28). Following that,…

Bears QB Justin Fields (right thumb) expected to start vs. Lions

Justin Fields is finally back. Fields is expected to return to the lineup on Sunday against the Detroit Lions, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Wednesday, per sources informed of the situation. Head coach Matt Eberflus later confirmed that the team’s plan is to start Fields this week. The quarterback was listed as a…

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray credits 'edge,' 'different energy' for strong 2023 debut

Kyler Murray‘s 2023 debut provided an instant spark for the woeful Arizona Cardinals, a boost they sorely needed. On Wednesday, Murray credited the pressure of his first game back since suffering an ACL injury as the motivation he needed to perform well. “You’re always on edge,” Murray said, via the team’s official site. “You’re never…

Bills head coach Sean McDermott apologizes for referencing 9/11 hijackers in team meeting 4 years ago

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — An emotional Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott acknowledged regret on Thursday for crediting the 9/11 hijackers for their coordination during a team meeting four years ago. McDermott had cited the hijackers while stressing the importance of communication. Upon realizing how his message was being interpreted, McDermott said he called a second…