The two most improved teams in the NFL collide with a playoff spot on the line when the Indianapolis Colts host the Houston Texans in a Week 18 game on Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium. One year after having the second worst record in the NFL (3-13-1), Houston (9-7) is in position to return to the playoffs for the first …
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Some voters consider picking Lamar Jackson as NFL MVP, but not as first-team All-Pro quarterback
In most years, the announcement of the All-Pro team and an inspection of the votes points directly to the eventual league MVP. This year, it might not be as obvious. Some voters, we’re told, are considering whether it’s appropriate for 2023 to vote for Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson as MVP, but not as the All-Pro quarterback. Technically, it’s permissible. “Value” …
Read More »Cowboys vs. Commanders odds, spread, time: 2024 NFL picks, Week 18 predictions from proven model
The Washington Commanders and the Dallas Cowboys are set to square off in an NFC East battle at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday at FedEx Field. Washington is 4-12 overall and 1-6 at home, while Dallas is 11-5 overall and 3-5 on the road. The rivalry dates back to 1960 and the Cowboys own a 77-48-2 advantage in the all-time …
Read More »Patrick Mahomes finishes with the worst statistical season of his career
Patrick Mahomes’ worst season is still a good season by the standard of most quarterbacks, but his stats from 2023 represent easily the worst of his NFL career. Mahomes, whose regular season is over as he’ll sit out on Sunday to stay healthy for the playoffs, finished with the worst numbers of any of his six seasons as the Chiefs’ …
Read More »Seahawks vs. Cardinals prediction, odds, line, start time: 2024 NFL picks, Week 18 best bets by proven model
The Seattle Seahawks are on the outside looking in for the NFC playoffs and need to beat the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday afternoon to give themselves a chance at continuing their season. Last week, Seattle (8-8) fell at home to Pittsburgh, 30-23, while Arizona (4-12) stunned Philadelphia, 35-31. The Seahawks have won four straight games between these teams, including a …
Read More »How to watch the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens game today
This Saturday, kicking off Week 18 of the 2023-24 NFL season, the Pittsburgh Steelers visit the Baltimore Ravens. The Steelers (9-7) are currently favored to win over the Ravens (13-3), while the Baltimore Ravens are still major contenders to head to Super Bowl 58 next month. Ready to watch some football? Here’s how to watch this Saturday’s Steelers vs. Ravens …
Read More »How Josh Allen turned a contract year into a breakout campaign
Ben Arthur AFC South Reporter Josh Allen smelled blood. Carolina Panthers left tackle Ikem Ekwonu reacted late on the edge, giving Allen a free rush at the snap. He quickly got behind quarterback Bryce Young, who was trying to step up in the pocket. He brought down the 2023 No. 1 overall pick for a seven-yard loss. And as the …
Read More »Broncos vs. Raiders prediction, odds, spread, line, time: 2024 NFL picks, Week 18 best bets from proven model
The Denver Broncos hit the road to take on the Las Vegas Raiders in a Week 18 AFC West rivalry game on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. Las Vegas is 7-9 overall and 5-3 at home, while Denver is 8-8 overall and 3-4 on the road. Both teams have been eliminated from postseason contention. The Broncos are coming off a 16-9 …
Read More »Eagles at Giants predictions for Week 18 of NFL season
Eagles at Giants predictions for Week 18 of NFL season originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The Eagles (11-5) will finish out their regular season on the road facing the Giants (5-11) at MetLife Stadium: Let’s get to our predictions: Reuben Frank (12-4) In the closing seconds of the loss to the Cards, I said to myself, “I can’t in …
Read More »Lions vs. Vikings odds, spread, line, time: 2024 NFL picks, Week 18 predictions from proven computer model
The Detroit Lions (11-5) will try to end an impressive regular season on a high note when they face the Minnesota Vikings (7-9) on Sunday afternoon. Detroit had its two-game winning streak snapped in a 20-19 loss to Dallas last week, but it has already clinched the NFC North title. The Lions currently occupy the No. 3 seed in the …
Read More »Are the vibes better after hitting rock bottom?
Eagles notebook: Are the vibes better after hitting rock bottom? originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The Eagles are coming off their worst regular season loss in years but there seemed to be a bit of a weight lifted this week. At least according to left tackle Jordan Mailata. “The vibes are high this week,” Mailata said. “The energy’s high …
Read More »Mike McGlinchey’s injured ribs prevent Broncos from having O-line intact from start to finish
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Right tackle Mike McClinchey was ruled out Friday from the Broncos’ season finale at Las Vegas, denying Denver the chance to have its entire offensive line intact from start to finish for the first time since 2011. “We’ve had our fair share of injuries but not a lot,” coach Sean Payton said Friday, when he also …
Read More »Aaron Rodgers wins Dennis Byrd award as most “inspirational” Jets player
He would have preferred league MVP or Super Bowl MVP. His four plays in 2023 nevertheless resulted in an award for Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Based on a vote of teammates, Rodgers won the Dennis Byrd award, given to the most inspirational player on the roster. “I’ve said it a million times,” coach Robert Saleh told reporters, via Rich Cimini …
Read More »Leslie Frazier ready for second stint as head coach, hopes for opportunity to be ‘a part of this hiring cycle’
After taking a nearly year-long sabbatical from coaching, Leslie Frazier is ready for his second opportunity as a head coach in the NFL. In a phone interview with CBS Sports Friday, the former Vikings head coach said he’s been preparing the last several months to interview for a head-coaching job this month, with anywhere between six and eight jobs coming …
Read More »Chris Tabor tells Panthers players to play for “your name and your tape”
It’s easy for fans and the media to say an NFL team has nothing to play for when it’s out of playoff position, but that’s not really the case for the players on the field. They’re playing for future jobs and future contracts, for their pride in their work, and for the teammates they’ve formed a bond with even in …
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