National Football League

T.J. Watt practices for 1st time since lung injury

The Steelers' T.J. Watt, two weeks removed from sustaining a partially punctured lung during a dry needling treatment and having subsequent reparative surgery, returned to practice for the first time Wednesday.

WR Rice among four Chiefs players placed on IR

Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice's 2025 season began with a suspension and now will end on injured reserve.

Harbaugh denies rift, on 'A-plus' terms with Lamar

Responding to a column in The Baltimore Sun, Ravens coach John Harbaugh insisted on Wednesday that his relationship with quarterback Lamar Jackson is "A-plus."

Cards' Sweat irked by 'frustrating' Pro Bowl snub

Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat did not hold back his disappointment Wednesday in being named a Pro Bowl alternate this week.

Commanders to start QB Johnson vs. Cowboys

The Commanders will start 39-year-old Josh Johnson at quarterback for their Christmas Day home game against the Cowboys, coach Dan Quinn announced Wednesday.

Vikes' Kelly to IR after 3rd concussion of season

The Vikings placed center Ryan Kelly on injured reserve Wednesday, ending his season and possibly his career after he suffered his third concussion of the year.

Macdonald backs Hall, disagrees with suspension

Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald defended Derick Hall on Wednesday in the wake of his one-game suspension by the NFL.

Metcalf's ban upheld; fan's conduct under review

The NFL upheld DK Metcalf's two-game suspension for his altercation with a fan in Detroit on Sunday.

🏈 Playoff picture projections: The updated odds

We are following the 2025 NFL season's playoff picture. Here's how things look right now for wild-card spots, division races and even the draft order.