The Raiders have ruled out running back Josh Jacobs, ending his season. Jacobs, who is playing under the franchise tag and scheduled to become a free agent in the offseason, finishes a disappointing fifth season with 233 carries for 806 yards and six touchdowns. Jacobs led the league in rushing with 1,653 last season. He has not played since Week …
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Can Justin Fields beat Jordan Love in 2023 season finale?
Bears vs. Packers prediction: Can Justin Fields beat Jordan Love in 2023 season finale? originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The Bears are completely different from the team that faced the Packers in Week 1. Vibes are high, they’re feeling the momentum. But can they carry that momentum into Lambeau Field, where the Bears haven’t won since 2015? Here’s what …
Read More »NFL Week 18 injury reports: Trevor Lawrence questionable, Colts have O-line woes, several Ravens sitting out
This is it. The final week of the 2023 NFL regular season. Saturday and Sunday are full of do-or-die matchups, as teams look to clinch division crowns or wild-card spots. There are 20 teams still in Super Bowl contention, which is tied for the most in NFL history with one week left to play. Six teams have win-and-in scenarios, so …
Read More »Verrett to undergo season-ending surgery after injuring shoulder
Verrett to undergo season-ending surgery after injuring shoulder originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — Veteran cornerback Jason Verrett was scheduled to play a lot Sunday in the 49ers’ regular-season finale with a chance to earn a significant role in the postseason. But any thought of him making an impact on football’s biggest stage came to an …
Read More »Bears president noncommittal on coach Matt Eberflus’ future: ‘Continually’ evaluating ‘big picture’
Justin Fields has received some big-name endorsements as the Bears’ quarterback of the future, even with Chicago possessing the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. But team president Kevin Warren isn’t ready to publicly commit to Fields’ coach, Matt Eberflus, telling reporters Friday that the Bears are “continually” evaluating the future of team leadership. “As we said all …
Read More »2023 NFL Week 18 odds, predictions, best bets by Chris ‘The Bear’ Fallica
Chris Fallica FOX Sports Wagering Expert “Bear Bets” are real wagers that Chris “The Bear” Fallica is actually making. For those new to this space, if you are looking for some wagers to get in on the NFL action, I have you covered. Nothing makes football better than having a few bucks on the games weekly. Last week, we finished …
Read More »Baltimore Ravens vs. Pittsburgh Steelers live stream info, start time, TV channel: How to watch NFL on TV, stream online
Who’s Playing Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens Current Records: Pittsburgh 9-7, Baltimore 13-3 How To Watch When: Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. ETWhere: M&T Bank Stadium — Baltimore, MarylandTV: ABCFollow: CBS Sports AppOnline streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.) What to Know The Ravens will be in front of their home fans on Saturday, but a look at the spread shows they might …
Read More »Panthers head coach rumors: Carolina owner David Tepper could hand Lions OC Ben Johnson a blank check
USATSI For the second time in as many years, the Carolina Panthers will be conducting a head coaching search. Frank Reich lasted just 11 games this season, which was the shortest tenure for an NFL head coach in the last 45 years, per Sports Illustrated. One coach who is expected to be a hot commodity on the market is Detroit Lions …
Read More »With future uncertain, Matt Eberflus cites Bears being ‘on rise’ as reason he should return
With future uncertain, Matt Eberflus cites Bears being ‘on rise’ as reason he should return originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago LAKE FOREST, Ill. — For weeks, Bears head coach Matt Eberflus has batted away and dodged questions about his future in Chicago. Eberflus has constantly cited being “where his feet are” and having the necessary conversations with general manager …
Read More »2024 NFL Week 18 player props, odds, expert picks, prop bets: Justin Jefferson over 86.5 yards
It’s NFL Week 18, and that means the last full slate of the season for NFL props bettors to cash in. There are 14 games on the Week 18 NFL Sunday schedule and Green Bay can clinch a playoff spot with a victory in Bears vs. Packers. The Packers have won nine straight against Chicago and quarterback Jordan Love is …
Read More »Washington’s Michael Penix Jr. vs. Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy
For the first eight years of its existence, the College Football Playoff National Championship minted future high-end NFL quarterbacks. Marcus Mariota. Deshaun Watson. Jalen Hurts. Tua Tagovailoa. Trevor Lawrence. Joe Burrow. Justin Fields. Mac Jones. Bryce Young. Aside from Hurts, they’re all first-round draft picks with a mixed bag of success on the NFL level. Indeed, had it not been …
Read More »2024 NFL Draft odds: Caleb Williams heavy favorite to go No. 1
After weeks of kind of knowing, but not for sure, the Chicago Bears are locked into the No.1 overall pick for the second year in a row. They are officially on the clock for the 2024 NFL Draft. The pundits expect there to be two main contenders for the top pick, Caleb Williams and Drake Maye, both quarterbacks out of …
Read More »Johnathan Hankins is one of seven Cowboys listed as questionable
The Cowboys could have defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins back in the lineup Sunday. Hankins missed the past three games with a high-ankle sprain but returned to limited work in all three practices this week. He is one of seven players for the team who are questionable. Left guard Tyler Smith (foot) did not practice all week, so it seems less …
Read More »Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown says he was ‘hot’ that he wasn’t selected for Pro Bowl: ‘I’ve got to go harder’
The initial Pro Bowl selections for the 2023 NFL season were revealed this week and one player has made it known that he is not happy to be left off the list. Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown was visibly annoyed on Thursday after practice while speaking with reporters. St. Brown said he was “hot” that he was not …
Read More »NFL odds, lines, picks, spreads, bets, predictions for Week 18, 2024: Model loving Lions, Packers
Most games on the Week 18 NFL schedule have bearing on the NFL playoff picture, but Patriots vs. Jets isn’t one of them. However, the game could be of high interest to those placing Week 18 NFL bets since New England is bringing a historic streak into the matchup. The Pats have won 15 straight games versus the Jets, tied …
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