National Football League

Rams survive Bears' clutch heroics with FG in OT

Despite another improbable late touchdown from the Bears to force overtime, the Rams held on, picking off QB Caleb Williams to set up the game-winning FG.

Patriots happy to flaunt D vs. vaunted Texans unit

Thanks to a swarming defensive performance -- which tied the franchise postseason record with four interceptions -- the Patriots advance to the AFC Championship Game next Sunday against the Broncos.

Broncos' Payton sure Stidham to be 'ready to go'

Broncos coach Sean Payton says he has complete confidence in Jarrett Stidham, who will start in the AFC Championship Game after Bo Nix's injury.

Sources: Steelers open to Rodgers' return in '26

The Steelers remain open to an Aaron Rodgers reunion in 2026, even though it's unlikely because of Mike Tomlin's resignation, sources told ESPN.

Al-Shaair keeps eye black message despite fine

Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair wore a message of "stop the genocide" on his eye black before Sunday's loss to the Patriots, doing so despite reportedly being fined for it after last week's wild-card round.

Touchback error not noticed by Rams, Panthers

An error in last weekend's wild-card playoff game between the Rams and Panthers seemingly went unnoticed not only by the officiating crew working the game, but also by both teams in real time.

Bills' McDermott rips refs' ruling on pivotal INT

Bills coach Sean McDermott wasn't happy with the way officials handled a critical overtime play that resulted in a Broncos interception Saturday, saying it was "too big of a play" not to stop the game and review it.

Falcons hire Stefanski in Ryan's 1st move as prez

The Falcons hired Kevin Stefanski on Saturday after the former Browns coach and two-time NFL Coach of the Year had his second interview with the team earlier in the day.

📈 Yates' debut 2026 NFL draft rankings

Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Which receivers have first-round talent? Field Yates stacks his top 25 board.