List/Grid Monthly Archives: November 2018

Why Chiefs had no choice but to cut star RB
Given the team’s history with players and domestic violence, there was no way to justify keeping Kareem Hunt after a video showed him hitting a woman. Powered by WPeMatico

Which Rams player scares you the most?
To be a good team in the NFL, sometimes you just need a single player who is such a transformative talent that he can carry the rest of the roster…

Eagles aren’t worried about Cowboys, playoff picture
PHILADELPHIA — There are three games to define where the Eagles currently sit entering Week 13 of the NFL season. 1. The Eagles lost to the Dallas Cowboys 27-20 on…

Baltimore Ravens vs. Atlanta Falcons TV (12/2/18): Time, channel, line, picks, predictions, livestream
The Baltimore Ravens (6-5), led by quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Joe Flacco, meet the Atlanta Falcons (4-7), led by quarterback Matt Ryan, in a Week 13 NFL football game on Sunday, December…

Cornerback Richard Sherman makes his much-anticipated return to Seattle
After being the face of the Legion of Boom for a majority of his career, corner Richard Sherman decided to turn in the blue and green and head down south…

NFL Week 13 picks, predictions: Washington Redskins vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Another week, another do-or-die game for the Eagles (5-6). Philadelphia will host the Washington Redskins (6-5) on Monday Night Football. Both squads are competing for the NFC East crown. While…

Fantasy football players to watch in Week 13 in the NFL
This week’s NFL Fantasy picks to click: Lamar Jackson, QB, Ravens – As a passer, Jackson is still a work in progress, but if he continues to put up eye-popping rushing…

Kansas City Chiefs Release Kareem Hunt After Domestic Violence Video Surfaces
The NFL team issued a statement saying the running back lied when asked about the video, which allegedly shows Hunt assaulting a woman in Ohio. Powered by WPeMatico

Week 13 NFL Picks: Vikings upset Pats, Colts pile on Jaguars and more of Jason La Canfora’s best bets
The slump continued. Uggh. Thank you Leonard Fournette for the ejection, by the way, and a first-and-goal to cover turning into a 42-yard missed field goal! Such is life in…

NY Giants: Undrafted rookies Tae Davis, Grant Haley seizing the moment in lost season
Four months ago, the undrafted rookie linebacker from Tennessee-Chattanooga was not sure what that role would be, and it’s entirely possible the New York Giants were not certain, either. Same…

Rams have NFC West title, home-field advantage in playoffs within their grasp
THOUSAND OAKS – The first stop is Detroit, and that’s where the Rams say their eyes will remain until Sunday’s game ends, but a glance down the road reveals nothing…

NFL can’t escape its domestic violence failures
The video of Kareem Hunt hitting a woman raises questions about who knew what and when. This is nothing new for a league with an ugly history of dealing with…

Colts LB Darius Leonard facing stiff competition for defensive rookie of year
The Indianapolis Colts will face a short-handed Jacksonville Jaguars team this Sunday. INDIANAPOLIS — Who is the favorite to win defensive rookie of the year? The answer might just depend…

Fantasy Football Week 13 Sleepers: Josh Allen, T.J. Yeldon, Chris Conley could be useful in crunch time
Well, Thursday night’s game between New Orleans and Dallas did not go as well as many Fantasy owners likely hoped. There were more duds than studs, especially considering all the…

Week 13 NFL picks against the spread: Opposing takes on Chargers-Steelers, Rams-Lions, Vikings-Patriots — and Bears-Giants
Tribune reporters Rich Campbell and Dan Wiederer are picking against the spread and each other this season. Here are their Week 13 selections. Season scoreboard: Wiederer 30, Campbell minus-30 Game…

NFL Power Rankings: 49ers Overtake Raiders for No. 1 Draft Pick Position
The Raiders won a game, and lost rights to the No. 1 overall draft pick for the moment. The 49ers were thankful for that, because they’ve got ’em now. There was…

Fantasy insights with Watson for Week 13
Last season, IBM introduced IBM Insights, a tool that uses Watson AI to analyze thousands of fantasy articles, blogs, websites and podcasts and provide support data to assist with fantasy…

Misery loves company: Houston, Cleveland share similar NFL tenures
As NFL cities, Houston and Cleveland have been joined at the hip since the modern NFL was born with the 1970 merger and, with a few rare exceptions, it’s a…

Brotherly Love: Watts, Pounceys to face off Sunday night
Caption Close PITTSBURGH (AP) — On the surface they’re identical. Below the surface too. Large. Loud. Remarkably athletic and remarkably close. Well compensated and well tattooed. Still, Pittsburgh Steelers center…

Fantasy football Week 13 cheat sheet: Injury decisions and fringe starters
Need some quick tips to assemble your fantasy lineup for Week 13? This weekend represents the end of the regular season in the majority of fantasy football leagues. We’ve combed…

2019 Super Bowl odds: Steelers suffer major hit, Cowboys climb, Saints still favorite after loss
The Pittsburgh Steelers were on the rise, scratching and clawing their way into the Super Bowl conversation, but their loss to the Broncos hurt their chances enough that if football…

MMQB labeled Dolphins as one of the most boring teams in the NFL
On Friday, MMQB released an article of a roundtable of writer’s opinions on who the most boring team in the NFL was. While many writers had different opinions, two of…

Stefon Diggs, Xavier Rhodes questionable for Vikings
The Vikings may have a couple of key players for a critical game at New England. Or they may not. Receiver Stefon Diggs (knee) and cornerback Xavier Rhodes (hamstring) are…

PFF: Bills offensive line rankings increasing
The Buffalo Bills can stand to improve on their offensive line this offseason. It’s easily near the top of general manager Brandon Beane’s “to-do list.” However, slowly but surely, the…

L.A. Chargers: the NFL power you haven’t heard much about
Who’s talking about the Los Angeles Chargers? Nobody. Seldom counted among the NFL’s most dangerous teams this fall, the Chargers aren’t even regarded as best in their division, or state…

Choosing Between Kirk Cousins, Russell Wilson and Lamar Jackson on FanDuel in Week 13
DAILY FANTASY VALUE (FANDUEL & DRAFTKINGS) He is projected for 18 FanDuel points and at $7.6K he is expected to put up 19.5 points. This difference translates to a -585…

Who Is the Most Boring Team in the NFL?
There are some NFL teams that move the needle every week. These are the ones that don’t. Powered by WPeMatico

NFL advertising revenue falls sharply despite higher TV ratings
For the TV industry, this National Football League season has brought good news and bad news. The good: Ratings for professional football — the most valuable type of TV programming…

Vikings Visit Patriots in NFC-AFC Showdown
The Minnesota Vikings are looking to make the playoffs again this season, but they will visit a daunting Patriots team on Sunday. Minnesota currently sits in fifth place in the…

What is the deal with all these undrafted RBs shaking up fantasy?
Austin Ekeler, Gus Edwards, and Josh Adams are the next undrafted running backs making quite the impact in fantasy football. Powered by WPeMatico

Column: Keys to turnarounds for Seahawks, Colts and Texans
What do you see if you root for the Colts, Texans and Seahawks? Seattle has stamped itself as a wild-card contender in the NFC, and an opponent most teams would…

Jacksonville’s growth rewards NFL’s surprise choice
Twenty-five years ago, the National Football League surprised the sports world on Nov. 30, 1993, by selecting a small-market Sun Belt city for its newest team. Back then, Jacksonville didn’t…

Ravens-Falcons Week 13 Matchup
Can the Baltimore Ravens (6-5) make a playoff run? The future didn’t look good two weeks ago; it looks better now, with two more wins in their pocket and a…

NFL Picks Week 13: Patriots Squeak By Vikings At Home
The Minnesota Vikings are right on the edge of the NFC Playoff picture at the moment, currently the fifth seed in the NFC. But they have a difficult road ahead,…

Bills try to continue Dolphins’ skid
The Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins are heading in opposite directions as they approach Sunday’s game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Bills (4-7) have suddenly come…

Week 13 NFL betting guide: Best plays for every game
Warren Sharp Close Warren Sharp Special to ESPN.com Licensed professional engineer with 20 years experience Uses advanced metrics to find betting market inefficiencies Specializes in NFL and CFB totals Follow…

NFL RedZone companion, week 13: Mayfield’s Browns look to end Texans’ streak and Richard Sherman’s back in Seattle
Are you ready for some serious football? We’re right into it now. Bye weeks are over, there are five games left in the season and the playoff race is starting…

NFL outlook: Storms could produce delays in Florida; Unsettled weather may linger in Northeast
Several East Coast matchups, including the rivalry game between Washington and Philadelphia, could face weather impacts this week as multiple systems hover in the South and Northeast. Powered by WPeMatico

Scouting report for Sunday’s Ravens-Falcons game
RAVENS PASSING GAME: Rookie quarterback Lamar Jackson threw 18 times in the first half of the Ravens’ 34-17 win over the Oakland Raiders, with mixed results. He threw a perfect…

NFL’s Jared Allen Dead Serious About Olympic Curling After Bet with Buddies
Ex-NFL star Jared Allen says his new career as a pro curler — the ice sport — is NOT a joke … and it all began after making a stupid…

Cowboys’ massive win likely saved Garrett’s job
Dallas punctuated a 4-game win streak with a victory over the juggernaut Saints, which probably means Jason Garrett is here to stay. Powered by WPeMatico

Jerry Jones expects Cowboys LT Tyron Smith (stinger) to return vs. Eagles in Week 14
Original story from Kate Hairopoulos follows It’s official — the Cowboys will have to face the white-hot New Orleans Saints without All-Pro left tackle Tyron Smith. Smith is inactive, missing…

How did Saints’ loss affect the NFC race for home-field advantage?
Is the NFC playoff race now up for grabs following the Saints loss? The “NFL Total Access” crew breaks it down. Powered by WPeMatico

Late Post Week 12 538 Playoff Percentage Update.
(This is information before the Thursday night game between Dallas and New Orleans. Due to retail work in the Holidays and finishing up my Master’s class, this is late. )…

UConn in the NFL: Week 12
It’s official! Obi Melifonwu has made his New England Patriots debut this week. While the numbers may not jump off a stat sheet, it’s an important step forward for the…

The 5 O’Clock Club: Finally! The Eagles!
The 5 o’clock club is published Wednesday to Saturday during the season, and aims to provide a forum for reader-driven discussion at a time of day when there isn’t much…

Saints at Cowboys
In a sneaky good Thursday Night football matchup, the 10-1 New Orleans Saints are on the road in Jerry World to take on the surging 6-5 Dallas Cowboys who are…

2 of NFL’s top rivalries have turned sour
“We had some great battles over the years,” says Seahawks coach Pete Carroll, specifically referring to the matchups with Jim Harbaugh when he led the 49ers. “If that’s what you…

Ex-Bills QB Jim Kelly optimistic after latest cancer surgery
Jill Kelly, the wife of Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly, said her husband has undergone what is hoped to be his last cancer-related surgery. On Instagram Wednesday,…

Matthew Stafford responds to Ndamukong Suh’s latest diss: ‘Classic Suh’
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford speaks to the media on Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018, in Allen Park. First Jared Goff, now Jay Cutler. Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh…

Patriots running game will be a good test for the Vikings
Since the Week 4 debacle in Los Angeles, the Vikings defense is nearing last year’s form, when it was the NFL’s top-ranked unit. Most of the focus goes to the…

Week 13 Preview Podcast: Revealing expert strategies to get you through fantasy playoffs
What strategies can take you successfully through the playoffs? Liz and Dalton discuss them and more in this week’s preview podcast. Powered by WPeMatico

The best NFL bets for week 13
The Mostly Football crew gives us the best gambling plays for week 13. Powered by WPeMatico

Week 13 NFL picks, best bets from a legendary expert: This three-way parlay pays 6-1
If you’re looking for a huge payout during Week 13 of the NFL season, there’s nobody better to listen to than Hammerin’ Hank Goldberg. Hammer enjoyed a 17-year ESPN run…

Cowboys vs. Saints: Prediction, preview, how to watch, stream, statistics to know for ‘Thursday Night Football’
Two first-place teams on Thursday Night Football? Yes, please! Both the Cowboys and Saints played a week ago on Thanksgiving, with each of them coming away with a win over…

This Week in U.S. Sports: Controversy surrounds Redskins, College Football Playoff almost set
Controversy has surrounded the Washington Redskins while in college football, the four playoff teams will soon be set. Powered by WPeMatico

Ravens notes: Cornerback Jimmy Smith mum on recent play
Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith appears to be moving better and reacting quicker since returning from the torn left Achilles tendon that sidelined him for the final four games of last…

Week 13 NFL odds, betting trends, expert gambling advice
The experts from BetQL are here with a look at Week 13 NFL odds and gambling trends on four key games. From value bets to an intriguing over/under to a “sharp” favorite to…

Fantasy Football Injury Updates: Joe Flacco, Mitchell Trubisky, Jimmy Graham, more impact Week 13 start-sit decisions
Joe Flacco, Mitchell Trubisky, and Sam Darnold are key QBs all trying to return from injuries soon, and there are several important banged-up TEs, including Jimmy Graham, Evan Engram, and Vance McDonald. These…

Norv Turner on Christian McCaffrey: “He can do most anything”
And that’s the beauty of McCaffrey’s game. He’s the ultimate offensive weapon. McCaffrey endured some criticism as a rookie last year when it came to running between the tackles. He…

Brian Billick breaks down why Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is having a MVP-caliber season
NFL Network’s Brian Billick breaks down film to show why Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is having a MVP-caliber season. Powered by WPeMatico

NFL-N-Motion: Why running back Dalvin Cook is the matchup nightmare Minnesota Vikings need down the stretch
NFL Network’s Brian Billick breaks down film to show how Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook can be the matchup nightmare his team needs down the stretch. Powered by WPeMatico

NFL Week 13: Preview and Analysis for Each Sunday Game
What can we expect in each of the 14 games to be played on Sunday? A quick look at the upcoming slate. Powered by WPeMatico

NFL Week 13 QB Power Rankings: Russell Wilson, Andrew Luck deserve some MVP buzz as well
This column mercifully took the week off during Thanksgiving and now it returns, fatter and more stuffed full of quarterbacks than ever. Actually I take that back: the quarterback ranks…

AFC West Update
Kansas City Chiefs It’s been over a week since the Chiefs played in a game – Week 12 was their bye – but they’re going to be ready come Sunday…

Week 13 Daily Fantasy Football cheatsheet: Kenny Golladay set to take off?
Our Yahoo Fantasy experts reveal their most optimal daily lineups for Week 13, and they’re liking Kenny Golladay’s chances. Powered by WPeMatico

The computer models that pick NFL games have made their picks for Week 13
Elo and Cortana have made their picks for Week 13. Cortana leads the overall race, correctly picking 68% of the games this season. The computers disagree on two games this…

Booms, Busts and Breakouts: Yahoo’s Week 13 fantasy predictions
Our Yahoo Fantasy experts deliver their biggest booms, busts, and breakouts for Week 13. Powered by WPeMatico

Choosing Between Russell Wilson, Jared Goff and Aaron Rodgers on DraftKings in Week 13
DAILY FANTASY VALUE (DRAFTKINGS & FANDUEL) He is priced at $6.3K and at this price he is expected to have 23.4 points on DraftKings. With a projection of 21.9 he…

USA TODAY Sports’ Week 13 NFL picks: Will Steelers get back on track against Chargers?
We want you to become a better bettor. Get it? So we enlisted Action Network’s Chad Millman to tell you the bets you need to make and avoid this weekend…

Why I’ll Be Watching College GameDay’s Presentation of the 2019 NFL Draft
Plus what’s next for Tiger vs. Phil, analyzing the future of Sunday Night Football’s Predictive Analysis, the NCAA’s latest controversy and more. Powered by WPeMatico

Around the NFL in 32 hot takes: One bold statement about every team
For too long now the good people of Britain (and indeed the world!) have been restricted to reading just one inflammatory hot take per article – but I say: no…

Who to root for in Week 13 if you are a Washington Redskins fan
Yes, the Redskins need to win games. But, if the Redskins can get some help in Week 13 that wouldn’t be a bad thing right? Powered by WPeMatico

Week 13 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em: Play or Bench Tips for Fantasy Football Owners
The NFL’s Week 13 slate serves up another explosive batch of matchups. Maybe the serving isn’t as appetizing as say, recent holiday spreads and desserts, but it’s hard to complain…

Up The Gut Week 13: Falcons Most Disappointing Team In NFL
Cold Open A tale of two AFC contenders in Week 12 may have determined who possibly meets the Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game, should Andy Reid not screw it…

NFL ratings bounce back amid scoring explosion
The reversal comes after the NFL saw television rating declines of roughly 10 percent for the 2016 season and another 8 percent for the 2017 season. Powered by WPeMatico

‘I’m with Kap’: Terrell Owens says he’d kneel during anthem
The Hall of Famer said he would kneel with Colin Kaepernick if he played today. Powered by WPeMatico

SI.com’s Orr: If Cincinnati Bengals fire Marvin Lewis, they’ll have best NFL job opening
The Cleveland Browns are the only National Football League team that we know will seek a new head coach or promote Gregg Williams, their interim head coach. Everything else is…

NFL’s Buccaneers offer free tickets amid sagging attendance
The Buccaneers have the third-lowest average home game attendance in the NFL this season. Powered by WPeMatico

Texans bracing for Browns pass rusher Myles Garrett
Caption Close When the Texans’ offensive line breaks the huddle Sunday, they’ll be tasked with blocking one of the most talented young pass rushers in the NFL. Former Texas A&M…

Why the Bucs’ plan to give away tickets might be brilliant
Here’s why Tampa Bay’s plan to give away tickets to this weekend’s game could be a brilliant move. Powered by WPeMatico

NFL: Adrian Peterson yet to learn child abuse unacceptable
Pose the same question to Washington running back Adrian Peterson and he’ll say one out of 10 times. In a recent feature by Bleacher Report’s Master Tesfatsion, the future NFL…

Baker Mayfield defends ripping Hue Jackson as ‘fake’: ‘I’m not looking for anybody’s approval’
Baker Mayfield stands behind his criticism of former Browns coach Hue Jackson, saying the public doesn’t know the details of the coach’s time in Cleveland. And Mayfield also said he…

Cowboys WR Amari Cooper says he has more passion in Dallas
Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper believes he has become more passionate since his move to Dallas. Former Oakland Raiders receiver Cooper has helped the Cowboys win three of their last…

Don’t ask if Colin Kaepernick is returning to NFL — your team probably already passed on him
Every time an NFL quarterback suffers a serious injury, or throws four interceptions or even gets fired, the inevitable question issues forth from a reader, a colleague, a player … even…

Patrick Mahomes is focused on eliminating turnovers following Rams game
Adam Teicher ESPN Staff Writer Close Covered Chiefs for 20 seasons for Kansas City Star Joined ESPN in 2013 Follow on Twitter KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Patrick Mahomes had a…

Watch: Fastest times clocked during touchdowns in 2018, by position
ESPN.com staff It wouldn’t surprise anyone to learn that Tyreek Hill was clocked with the fastest max speed — according to NFL’s Next Gen Stats — for a wide receiver…

Are NFL players addicted to Instagram? Let the Colts explain
Stroll into the locker room before practice, or after practice, or 15 minutes after the coach’s postgame speech, and you’ll probably see them hunched over in their seats, shoulder pads…

Thursday morning one-liners
Bills legend Jim Kelly had what his doctors hope is his final jaw surgery. Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill hasn’t lost his sense of humor. Patriots coach Bill Belichick has been…

Wednesday’s Sports in Brief
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette’s appeal of a one-game suspension for fighting has been denied, meaning he will sit out Sunday’s game against Indianapolis. Fournette was suspended without pay…

49ers’ Sherman returns to Seattle to face Seahawks
When the schedule was issued before the season, Sunday’s game in Seattle against the San Francisco 49ers seemed intriguing since it would be the return of Richard Sherman. Sherman was…

Rams look at big picture while focusing on Lions
The Los Angeles Rams return from a bye week to face the Detroit Lions on Sunday at Ford Field with a chance to wrap up their second consecutive NFC West…

Chiefs-Raiders rivalry looks like a mismatch this time
The Oakland Raiders and the Kansas City Chiefs had one of the hottest rivalries in football for a long time, first in the American Football League and later in the…

49ers’ Kyle Shanahan surprised Reuben Foster claimed by Washington
Among those who didn’t expect a team to claim Reuben Foster on waivers Tuesday just three days after he was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence? That would be Foster’s…

Patrick Mahomes endorses Kliff Kingsbury, says ex-coach’s ‘innovativeness’ would translate to NFL
As Kliff Kingsbury continues to generate buzz as an NFL coaching candidate, the former Texas Tech coach gained an expected, but valuable endorsement on Wednesday when Chiefs quarterback and MVP…

Dose: Funchess Still Sidelined
Connor Allen breaks down the impact of Marlon Mack, Devin Funchess and Kerryon Johnson missing practice in Thursday’s Dose. Powered by WPeMatico

NFL bold predictions, Week 13: Cowboys’ Amari Cooper, Rams’ Aaron Donald explode; Packers pull Aaron Rodgers; Bills creep into 2nd place
The NFL is just about impossible to predict. Who would have guessed we’d see the Bears beat the Lions with their backup quarterback? Who envisioned the Texans smoking the Titans,…

Hurley’s Picks: AFC East Is Pretty Bad, But It’s Not NFL’s Worst Division
BOSTON (CBS) — Picking on the AFC East has become something of a sport among sports fans and media members. It’s often a faulty venture. That’s not to say that…

Longhorns in the NFL: McCoy gets his shot
The NFL season is now 12 weeks old. The most recent week of games was not lacking in entertainment, or notable storylines involving former Longhorns, including one of the most…

Chargers missing RB Gordon for big test against Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers have performed well without their star running back, Le’Veon Bell, and the Los Angeles Chargers will find out in Sunday night’s game in Pittsburgh whether they can…