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Tony Pollard or Ezekiel Elliott: How about both? December 9, 2022
Over the last couple of weeks, the longstanding debate about how Tony Pollard and Ezekiel Elliott should split time in the Dallas Cowboys backfield has intensified. However, these debates might overshadow how good the two have been and make people forget to appreciate how well the two complement one another.
Making the case for every 2022 Heisman Trophy finalist December 9, 2022
One of the four 2022 Heisman Trophy finalists — Caleb Williams, C.J. Stroud, Stetson Bennett and Max Duggan — will be crowned on Saturday.
Fantasy Football Week 14: 5 WR/CB matchups to target and 5 to avoid December 9, 2022
The Seattle Seahawks' Tyler Lockett is among the players to target in DFS in Week 14, whereas the Tennessee Titans' Robert Woods is one to avoid.
Fantasy Football: OL/DL matchups to target and avoid in Week 14 December 9, 2022
Jonathon Macri drops the offensive line/defensive line matchups to attack or avoid for fantasy heading into Week 14.
Fantasy Football: Week 14 mismatch manifesto & top blow-up picks December 9, 2022
Breaking down the biggest mismatches in fantasy football based on matchup-specific metrics on offense and defense heading into Week 14 of the 2022 NFL season.
NFL Week 14 Fantasy Football Recap: Las Vegas Raiders vs. Los Angeles Rams December 9, 2022
PFF's fantasy football recap focuses on player usage and stats, breaking down all the vital information you need to achieve fantasy success in 2022.
NFL Week 14 Game Recap: Los Angeles Rams 17, Las Vegas Raiders 16 December 9, 2022
Bakey Mayfield led the Los Angeles Rams on a late comeback to pick up the 17-16 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
NFL Week 14 positional fantasy football rankings 2.0 December 8, 2022
PFF's Nathan Jahnke reveals his NFL Week 14 fantasy football rankings.
FIFA World Cup 2022: Players to watch in the quarterfinals December 8, 2022
Based on the performance of each player so far, our model predicts which players are likely to receive a high average grade in the quarterfinals.
FIFA World Cup 2022 Preview: Croatia vs. Brazil — December 9, 2022 December 8, 2022
Croatia will take on the juggernaut that is Brazil at the Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar on Friday in the first of the quarterfinal ties.
FIFA World Cup 2022 Preview: Netherlands vs. Argentina — December 9, 2022 December 8, 2022
The Netherlands will face Argentina on Friday, with a place in the World Cup semifinals at stake. The winners of this enticing matchup will face either Brazil or Croatia.
Thursday Night Football: Las Vegas Raiders-Los Angeles Rams betting preview (odds, lines, best bets) December 8, 2022
The best bets for the Thursday Night Football clash between the Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Rams, including Josh Jacobs player props.
Fantasy Football: Week 14 key wide receiver questions and tight end analysis December 8, 2022
Breaking down the Week 14 fantasy football landscape at wide receiver and tight end, including fantasy rankings, matchups and recent usage.
NFL Week 14 Anytime Touchdown Bets: Back Raiders WR Davante Adams on Thursday Night Football December 8, 2022
Target Davante Adams and Tyler Higbee for your Thursday Night Football anytime touchdown bets.
Best Teasers Bets NFL Week 14: Tease the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday Night Football December 8, 2022
The best teaser beats ahead of NFL Week 14, including Las Vegas Raiders from -6.5 to -.5 vs. the Los Angeles Rams.
Fantasy Football: Week 14 WR/CB shadow matchups and biggest mismatches December 8, 2022
Breaking down the projected wide receiver/cornerback shadow matchups and biggest mismatches for fantasy football ahead of NFL Week 14.
Fantasy Football: Week 14 IDP rankings and tiers December 8, 2022
Breaking down the Week 14 IDP fantasy football rankings with analysis of recent trends and key matchups.
NFL Week 14 Power Rankings: The Cincinnati Bengals make their push, Kansas City Chiefs remain at No. 1 December 8, 2022
The Kansas City Chiefs enter Week 14 as the top team in PFF's power rankings. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles keep their spot at No. 3, and the San Francisco 49ers come in at at No. 5.
PFF’s 2022 NFL Third-Quarter All-Pro Team: Patrick Mahomes, Dexter Lawrence, Sauce Gardner and more December 8, 2022
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes and cornerback Sauce Gardner headline the third-quarter 2022 NFL All-Pro team.
NFL offensive tackle rankings ahead of Week 14: Trent Williams, Andrew Thomas, Christian Darrisaw and more December 8, 2022
The San Francisco 49ers' Trent Williams continues to be the unquestioned No. 1 tackle in the NFL, but young stars Christian Darrisaw and Andrew Thomas, among others, are gaining ground.

What to know for NFL Week 14: Score picks, bold predictions, fantasy tips, key stats for every game December 9, 2022
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Mayfield caps Rams debut with 98-yard GW drive December 9, 2022
Two days after being claimed off waivers, Baker Mayfield led the Rams to an improbable win over the Raiders.
Source: Falcons bench Mariota for rookie Ridder December 9, 2022
The Falcons have benched quarterback Marcus Mariota, giving the job to rookie Desmond Ridder, a source told ESPN.
49ers: 'Way outside chance' of Garoppolo return December 9, 2022
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said Wednesday there's a "way outside chance" that quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo will be able to return in the playoffs from his foot injury.
2-time All-ACC WR Downs leaving UNC for NFL December 9, 2022
Two-time All-ACC wide receiver Josh Downs is leaving North Carolina for the NFL, he told ESPN.
Cards DC: Pats embody Patricia's defensive roots December 9, 2022
Arizona Cardinals defensive coordinator Vance Joseph, who is preparing to face quarterback Mac Jones and the New England Patriots' offense on Monday night, said the unit's defensive-minded approach stands out.
Jets OT Mitchell dealing with blood clots, says dad December 9, 2022
New York Jets offensive tackle Max Mitchell will miss the remainder of the season because of blood clots in his right calf and lung, his father told ESPN on Thursday.
Browns' Watson on rust: 'When it clicks, it clicks' December 9, 2022
Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson said that he expects to be better Sunday against the Bengals after struggling against the Texans in his first game in 700 days.
Snyder allowed team's toxic culture, report finds December 9, 2022
Commanders owner Daniel Snyder "permitted and participated" in the team's longtime toxic work culture and obstructed a congressional inquiry, claiming more than 100 times in testimony that he could not recall answers to basic questions.
Why Chargers QB Justin Herbert will likely get paid this offseason December 9, 2022
Despite playing under center for a middling team, Justin Herbert is one of several young quarterbacks in line to reset the QB market this offseason.
Daily Notes: Uncertainty in Seahawks' backfield, Cardinals' receiving corps; new QB in ATL December 9, 2022
The Friday morning fantasy football news rundown: We're still not sure who will start at running back for Seattle, the Cardinals could be short-handed at wide receiver Monday night and the Atlanta Falcons are moving on from Marcus Mariota.
‘I’ll go to war with him any day’: How Mayfield pulled off a win 48 hours after becoming a Ram December 9, 2022
The Rams claimed Mayfield off of waivers on Tuesday. On Thursday, he delivered a game-winning touchdown to beat the Raiders.
49ers, Brock Purdy favored over Tom Brady December 9, 2022
NFL betting notes and nuggets from around the league heading into Week 14.
NFL betting odds, picks, tips: Bengals solve Browns; Jets sweep Bills? December 9, 2022
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NFL Week 14 playoff scenarios: How the Chiefs can clinch a playoff spot December 8, 2022
ESPN takes a look at the NFL playoff scenarios for Week 14 and what teams in the AFC and NFC need to make it all the way.
Updated NFL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus one stat where every team ranks first December 8, 2022
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Our updated NFL rookie rankings: Jets, Seahawks dominate our top 10 December 8, 2022
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The XFL is set to return in February. The league unveiled the uniforms for its eight teams on Wednesday.
Unique kickoff, PAT choices remain in XFL for '23 December 7, 2022
The XFL has preserved most of its rulebook for the 2023 season, including its unique kickoff and three-tier option structure for PATs.
The Eagles' high-flying 'old married couple' of Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown: Best friends, unstoppable passing-game duo December 7, 2022
A friendship dating back to high school and the undeniable chemistry between Brown and Hurts is the heartbeat of this Philadelphia Eagles offense.

John Harbaugh: It looks like Tyler Huntley will start for the Ravens on Sunday December 9, 2022
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is likely to miss Sunday’s game against the Steelers. Baltimore head coach John Harbaugh confirmed today that he’s expecting Tyler Huntley to start at quarterback while Jackson sits out with a knee injury. “It looks like it’s going to be Tyler on Sunday,” Harbaugh said. Jackson suffered the injury on Sunday […]
Report: Josh Jacobs to undergo more tests on injured pinkie finger December 9, 2022
Raiders running back Josh Jacobs was clearly bothered by an injured pinkie finger in Thursday’s 17-16 loss to the Rams. While he was able to finish the game, there could be more to it for him as the Raiders begin a long weekend. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, Jacobs will undergo more tests […]
Jerry Jones calls Commanders investigation “politically biased” December 9, 2022
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones hadn’t said much about the Congressional investigation of the Commanders. On Friday, Jones said plenty. “First of all, I hope our fans see how politically biased this report is,” Jones said during his weekly Friday appearance on 105.3 The Fan in Dallas. “This report doesn’t even come out if the Republicans […]
T.J. Watt: It’s been one thing after another this year, but I don’t want to miss any more games December 9, 2022
Steelers edge rusher T.J. Watt popped up on the injury report again this week with a rib injury. But he doesn’t intend for it to keep him out of Sunday’s matchup with the Ravens. Via Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Watt told reporters on Friday that his injury is a week-to-week thing. But he […]
Amari Cooper questionable for Sunday December 9, 2022
Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper‘s availability for Sunday’s game against the Browns won’t be finalized until closer to kickoff. Head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters on Friday that Cooper will be listed as questionable to face the Bengals this Sunday. Cooper didn’t practice on Friday after hurting his hip during Thursday’s practice. Stefanski said the […]
Cowboys plan $295 million upgrade to AT&T Stadium December 9, 2022
The Cowboys are trying to keep up with the Joneses. Via Ben Fischer of Sport Business Journal, up to $295 million in upgrades to AT&T Stadium are in the works. The goal is to refresh premium spaces and upgrade technology before hosting the 2026 World Cup. Owner Jerry Jones opened the building to much fanfare […]
Tee Higgins, Sam Hubbard good to go for Sunday December 9, 2022
The Bengals added wide receiver Tee Higgins and defensive end Sam Hubbard to their injury report on Thursday, but there’s no concern about having either of them on hand for Sunday’s game against the Browns. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor told reporters on Friday that Higgins and Hubbard are both good to go this weekend. […]
Dan Campbell on Lions being favored over Vikings: I’m shocked by that December 9, 2022
The folks in Vegas like the Lions this week. Detroit is generally favored by 1.5 points in Sunday’s matchup against division rival Minnesota. It’s apparently the first time in the Super Bowl era that a 10-2 team has been an underdog to a 5-7 team. The Lions have been playing better as of late, winning […]
49ers won’t put Jimmy Garoppolo on injured reserve December 9, 2022
The 49ers got some positive news about quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo‘s foot injury this week, but the timeline for any return is at least seven weeks and that’s a long time to carry a player on the roster without a chance to play. It’s not too long for the 49ers to keep Garoppolo on the active […]
Trevor Lawrence set to practice Friday December 9, 2022
Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence missed practice the last two days, but that’s set to change on Friday. Head coach Doug Pederson told reporters before the session that Lawrence will take part in his first practice work of the week. Lawrence is dealing with a toe injury. Lawrence said earlier this week that he will play […]
Brian Daboll says Saquon Barkley’s neck is “a little sore,” but hopes he plays Sunday December 9, 2022
The Giants added running back Saquon Barkley to their injury report on Thursday and apparently, there’s concern about his potential availability for Sunday’s game against the Eagles. Via Charlotte Carroll of TheAthletic.com, head coach Brian Daboll said on Friday that Barkley’s neck is “a little sore” given that it’s Week 14. When asked if Barkley […]
Report: Liam Coen to leave Rams, return to Kentucky as offensive coordinator December 9, 2022
Rams offensive coordinator Liam Coen helped get Baker Mayfield ready to quarterback the team to a win on Thursday night and it will reportedly be one of the final things he does with the team. Chris Mortensen of ESPN reports that Coen will leave the Rams to take the offensive coordinator job at the University […]
Alex Van Pelt: We need to work through the rust with Deshaun Watson December 9, 2022
After serving his 11-game suspension, Deshaun Watson showed some serious rust in his Browns debut last week. Watson admitted after the game that he felt his 700-day layoff from the last game he’d played for the Texans in 2020. But even as the Browns’ slim postseason chances are alive, the club doesn’t anticipate going back […]
Johnny Hekker named NFLPA Community MVP for Week 14 December 9, 2022
The NFL Players Association announced on Friday that Panthers punter Johnny Hekker has been named their Community MVP for this week. Hekker hosted a pair of events this week for kids in the Charlotte area. Hekker hosted a shopping spree for 30 kids from the Matthews Police Activities League on December 5 that saw each […]
Maxx Crosby on Raiders’ struggles: It’s all self-inflicted December 9, 2022
Maxx Crosby says the Raiders have no one to blame but themselves for the way they keep losing close games. Crosby, the Raiders defensive end who added another sack on Thursday night to give him 11.5 this season, said after the Raiders’ 17-16 loss that they had every opportunity to close the Rams out and […]
Jordan Phillips ruled out for Sunday December 9, 2022
The Bills will not have defensive tackle Jordan Phillips in the lineup against the Jets on Sunday. Bills head coach Sean McDermott said on WGR 550 on Friday that Phillips has been ruled out for this weekend. Phillips missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday with a shoulder injury. Phillips has 18 tackles, 1.5 sacks, and […]
Derek Carr on clunky interception: “I don’t know what happened” December 9, 2022
Near the end of the first half on Thursday night, with the Raiders leading the Rams by 10 points, Las Vegas was driving for more. The Raiders had the ball at the L.A. 10, facing third and five with 56 seconds left. Quarterback Derek Carr dropped back to pass.Under pressure, he stumbled a bit before […]
Six teams that missed postseason last year are in playoff position heading into Week 14 December 9, 2022
Significant turnover is coming in this year’s playoffs. Heading into Week 14, six teams that missed the playoffs last year are in playoff position this year: The Ravens, Dolphins, Jets, Vikings, Giants and Seahawks. Meanwhile, six teams that made last year’s postseason are poised to miss it this year: The Patriots, Steelers, Raiders, Packers, Rams […]
Raiders’ defensive scheme on game-winning touchdown pass deserves scrutiny December 9, 2022
Sandwiched around three straight Las Vegas wins, the Raiders lost to Jeff Saturday five days after he arrived in Indianapolis and to Baker Mayfield two days after he landed in L.A. It’s as embarrassing and confounding as it gets. Compounding the embarrassment is the way it happened last night. The game-winning touchdown pass from Rams […]
Mike White not thinking about “revenge” for his last start against Bills December 9, 2022
The Jets wouldn’t mind seeing history repeat itself against the Bills this weekend as long as the repeat is of what happened when the two teams met earlier this season. They beat the Bills 20-17 a few weeks ago, but going back to 2021 wouldn’t work out quite as well. The Jets lost both games […]

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