5 things I care about Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry are peaking The Ravens’ addition of Derrick Henry was met with much fanfare this offseason. How could a backfield of the hulking running back and Lamar Jackson be anything but cool? Given that hype, a 13-carry, 46-yard debut in the season opener was met with great disappointment, even if he …
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2024 NFL odds Week 5: Lines, spreads for all 14 games
With Week 4 of the NFL season nearly in the books, we’re looking ahead to Week 5. Let’s check out the lines for each NFL game at DraftKings Sportsbook as of Sept. 29. (All times ET) 2024 NFL Week 5 Odds THURSDAY, OCT. 3 BUCCANEERS @ FALCONS (8:15 p.m., Prime Video) Point spread: Falcons -2.5 (Falcons favored to win by …
Read More »Maiocco’s 49ers Report Card: Team grades in rebound win over Patriots
Maiocco’s 49ers Report Card: Team grades in rebound win over Patriots originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — Defensive end Nick Bosa said if he did not know any better, he would have thought the building was burning down. After two consecutive losses, the 49ers needed to get back on the winning track following back-to-back poor performances. …
Read More »Patrick Mahomes makes more history, plus ten incredible stats from Week 4
The fourth week of the NFL is nearly in the books, with just two games left to play. Several players had incredible performances, along with surprising results from multiple teams. Arguably the most impressive performance of the week came from Patrick Mahomes, who spearheaded a comeback win by the Chiefs against the Chargers. Trailing 10-0 in the second quarter, the …
Read More »Okuayinonu’s hellacious motor creates perfect 49ers D-line marriage
Okuayinonu’s hellacious motor creates perfect 49ers D-line marriage originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — Sam Okuayinonu had the game of his NFL career on Sunday, but when given an opportunity to relish in the spotlight, the veteran defensive lineman immediately highlighted his teammates’ efforts rather than soak in the glory of his outstanding individual performance. “It …
Read More »49ers DBs appreciate front pressure that halted Patriots’ passing game
49ers DBs appreciate front pressure that halted Patriots’ passing game originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — Jacoby Brissett wasn’t the only one who felt the pressure the 49ers’ defensive line applied in Sunday’s 30-13 win over the New England Patriots. The 49ers’ secondary — which watched their teammates sack the Patriots quarterback six times and constantly harass him — felt …
Read More »Bosa vows 49ers’ D-line ‘just fine’ after six-sack game vs. Patriots
Bosa vows 49ers’ D-line ‘just fine’ after six-sack game vs. Patriots originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — The 49ers’ defense bounced back from back-to-back sub-par performances in Sunday’s 30-13 win over the New England Patriots, proving the team very much remains a contender. Defensive end Nick Bosa was pleased with the group’s performance, which included six sacks of …
Read More »NFL power rankings: Where 49ers stand after win vs. Patriots
NFL power rankings: Where 49ers stand after win vs. Patriots originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area We’re one quarter through the 2024 NFL season and the league’s true heirarchy is beginning to take shape. Early surprise contenders are starting to look like pretenders, the top teams continue to show their vulnerabilities, while the worst teams continue to be … …
Read More »Derrick Henry has a monster game as the Ravens smash the Bills to improve to 2-2
Derrick Henry had a huge game as the Baltimore Ravens evened their record at 2-2 this season. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images) The one thing the Baltimore Ravens never had for Lamar Jackson was a great running back to help him out. Mark Ingram had a good run near the end of his career. Between injuries, J.K. Dobbins was effective. …
Read More »Mason’s place on UDFA running backs yardage list hints at bright future
Mason’s place on UDFA running backs yardage list hints at bright future originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Jordan Mason has put himself in rarified air among undrafted NFL running backs after his latest 49ers rushing performance. Per ESPN’s Nick Wagoner, Mason has the third-most rushing yards by an undrafted running back through their team’s first four games, trailing …
Read More »Kittle admits doubting 49ers’ play call on spectacular TD grab
Kittle admits doubting 49ers’ play call on spectacular TD grab originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — The best play call in football is the one that works, a reminder George Kittle received in epic fashion during the 49ers’ resounding 30-13 win over the New England Patriots on Sunday at Levi’s Stadium. Kittle’s spectacular leaping-touchdown grab stole …
Read More »Brissett gave this message to Patriots teammates after loss vs. 49ers
Brissett gave this message to Patriots teammates after loss vs. 49ers originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots suffered their third straight loss of the 2024 NFL season on Sunday. The final score read 30-13 in favor of the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium, but the reality is the game was even more lopsided than what …
Read More »NFL Week 4 winners, losers: 49ers pick up momentum at perfect time
NFL Week 4 winners, losers: 49ers pick up momentum at perfect time originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area With September coming to a close, NFL teams are starting to figure themselves out. The fourth week of the 2024 NFL season already has brought about several upsets, last-second surprises and more. Here are all the winners and losers from Sunday’s …
Read More »Doug Pederson defends Jaguars OC Press Taylor after loss to Texans drops them to 0-4: ‘As coaches we can’t make the plays’
The Jacksonville Jaguars are a mess. They fell to 0-4 on Sunday with a 24-20 loss to the Houston Texans. That loss arrived on the heels of a 47-10 blowout to the Buffalo Bills on Monday where the Jaguars failed to score in the first half. Sunday’s loss featured an offense that failed to score in its final four possessions …
Read More »Jerod Mayo challenges Pats offense to improve in these areas
Jerod Mayo challenges Pats offense to improve in these areas originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Sunday’s game against the San Francisco 49ers marked another dismal showing for the New England Patriots offense. Jacoby Brissett was sacked six times behind an injury-riddled offensive line. The veteran quarterback was 19-for-32 with 168 passing yards, one touchdown, and an interception that was …
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