Loser of seven of their last eight games, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers can somehow still make the playoffs.

One of the best additions the Patriots made this offseason was drafting rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Henderson played a crucial role in reshaping New England’s backfield, making second-year quarterback Drake Maye’s journey much smoother and helping him develop into an exceptional player.

Henderson, who has an excellent vantage point to watch Maye each week, spoke about how impressive Maye is as a team player.

“It’s great being able to play alongside Drake,” Henderson said on Sunday. “I always mention he’s such a great leader. I see him each and every...

The San Francisco 49ers matched up with the NFC North champion Chicago Bears on Sunday Night Football. And this showdown between Brock Purdy and Caleb Williams certainly did not disappoint. The two signal callers combined for five passing touchdowns in this contest. However, it was Purdy and the Niners who had the last laugh.

Purdy threw for over 300 yards for the first time this season to go along with three passing touchdowns. He also picked up two touchdowns with his legs, giving him five total. The Bears marched down the field late. However, they failed to score on the...

The Buffalo Bills finish up the 2025 NFL regular season with a home game against the New York Jets in Week 18. It’s also very likely set to become the final game in their current stadium, Highmark Stadium — which is also lovingly referred to as “The Ralph” after late founding Bills owner Ralph C. Wilson Jr.

To mark the occasion, One Bills Drive will welcome Bills Mafia and those otherwise for kickoff at 4:05 p.m. EST on Sunday, January 4, 2026. With much of Buffalo’s playoff options already in place, there’s little more to play for in Week 18...

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen once again played through a right foot injury in Week 17, leading to another uneven performance as the Bills lost 13-12 to the Philadelphia Eagles at Highmark Stadium.

Limping off the field at times and requiring postgame X-rays, Allen gave a single-word response when asked if the injury affected him: “Zero.”

Allen tweaked his right ankle in the third quarter while attempting to evade a sack from Moro Ojomo. The ankle shifted awkwardly, and he went down but was able to continue playing. TV analyst Tom Brady noted Allen limping multiple times as the game...

The New York Giants finally found relief on Sunday, snapping a nine-game losing streak with a decisive 34-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. In a matchup between two struggling teams, the Giants controlled the game from start to finish, earning their first win since Week 6 and giving interim head coach Mike Kafka his first victory since taking over the role.

After the game, Kafka spoke at length about what the win meant, emphasizing contributions across all three phases and the resilience his team showed after weeks of frustration.

“Great, great win, in really all three phases stepped up,”...

The Patriots are enjoying an outstanding season, and much of that success can be attributed to two key additions. New England brought on head coach Mike Vrabel and signed wide receiver Stefon Diggs during free agency this offseason.

Vrabel has significantly transformed the team’s culture, while Diggs has played a crucial role in helping quarterback Drake Maye develop into one of the NFL’s best.

Following the Patriots’ impressive 42-10 victory against the New York Jets on Sunday, Diggs shared some of his favorite aspects of Vrabel.

“My favorite thing about Coach Vrabs (Vrabel)? I’d probably say that he holds everybody...

The Washington Commanders lost to the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas day, dropping to 4-12 for the season. It’s been a long wait until Sunday to find out if the Philadelphia Eagles will have anything to play for in Week 18 when they host the Commanders for the season finale. The Eagles squeaked out a win in Buffalo when the Bills went for two, instead of attempting the extra point to take the game into overtime. Philly still has a shot to move up to the #2 seed in the NFC.

The Washington Commanders are currently sitting in the No. 7...

The Cincinnati Bengals’ 37-14 win over the Arizona Cardinals at Paycor Stadium in Week 17 produced one of the most unusual and statistically significant plays of the year: a 21-yard reception by offensive tackle Cody Ford. The play not only energized the crowd and the sideline but also placed Ford among a rare group in NFL history.

Ford’s 21-yard catch is tied for the third-longest reception by an offensive lineman since at least 2000, according to Sports Illustrated’s Jay Morrison. Only two offensive linemen have recorded longer receptions in that span: Ty Sambrailo, who gained 35 yards for the Denver...

The San Francisco 49ers played one of the more entertaining games of the season against the Chicago Bears. The score went back and forth all night. The defense got a stop when it needed to, while the offense found the end zone when it couldn’t afford to settle for a field goal. Now, after a win, the 49ers remain in control of their own destiny for homefield advantage.

It’s simple: If San Francisco beats Seattle in Week 18 on Saturday, they are the No. 1 seed. One game closer to the NFC Championship, where some reporters believe Fred Warner has...

Week 17 crystallized the late push for the NFL Playoffs. Now Week 18 plans to hit the final crescendo. Games like the Baltimore Ravens at Pittsburgh Steelers and Carolina Panthers versus Tampa Bay Buccaneers will determine final seeds.

But when can fans tune into those matchups?

The league immediately announced the final week lineup after the conclusion of the epic San Francisco 49ers win over the Chicago Bears. The Niners will get a primetime game as one of the division deciding contests on deck. S.F. gets a short week to prepare for the Seattle Seahawks — scheduled for Saturday in...

For Sam Darnold, the calendar flipping to Week 18 brings an eerie sense of deja vu. For the second straight season, the Seattle Seahawks quarterback is walking into a winner-take-all finale. Of course, the stakes couldn’t be higher: the NFC’s No. 1 seed or a slide into the Wild Card round. Last year, it was Darnold’s Minnesota Vikings who stumbled against the Detroit Lions. This time, it’s Seattle lining up opposite the San Francisco 49ers. This game will define not only playoff positioning but Darnold’s evolving NFL narrative.

Seattle earned this moment with a businesslike 27-10 win over the Carolina...