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Seifert: Garrett deserves record punishment

Myles Garrett’s season must end with an unprecedented punishment after brawl late in Thursday’s game.

Garrett ejected after striking Rudolph with helmet

Three players were ejected after a nasty brawl between the Steelers and Browns in the closing seconds.

OBJ, Landry troll Tomlin with yawns in end zone

Browns receivers Odell Beckham Jr. and Jarvis Landry each celebrated in the end zone by apparently taunting Mike Tomlin with yawns, mocking a gesture the Steelers coach made in the offseason while discussing Beckham.

Steelers' Smith-Schuster, Conner out with injuries

Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster was ruled out for the rest of Thursday’s game against the Browns after suffering a concussion when he absorbed two helmet-to-helmet hits on the same play.

Follow live: Browns looking to snap Steelers' win streak

Baker Mayfield’s rushing touchdown gives Cleveland the upper hand on Pittsburgh, which has won four in a row.

Baker Mayfield and Mason Rudolph's Bedlam bromance comes to AFC North

They were friends and rivals in college, with Baker Mayfield getting the best of Mason Rudolph each time. In their first NFL matchup, Rudolph looks to finally return the favor.

Fournette takes a rare breather during Jags' bye

Leonard Fournette’s commitment to his diet and workout regimen has paid dividends for the Jaguars this season, but the running back allowed himself a breather during the team’s bye week.

Hue to lead Kap workout; at least 13 teams to go

The NFL released more details about Colin Kaepernick’s scheduled workout in Atlanta on Saturday, saying Thursday that Hue Jackson will lead the drills. At least 13 teams have committed to attend.

Steelers place special-teamers Switzer, Nix on IR

The Steelers placed receiver/returner Ryan Switzer and fullback Roosevelt Nix on injured reserve Thursday. Both had already been ruled out for Thursday night’s game in Cleveland.

Browns cut Callaway; WR facing 2nd suspension

Antonio Callaway is facing a 10-game suspension for violating the league’s substance-abuse policy, leading the Browns to waive the second-year receiver Thursday.

Is Carson Wentz an elite QB? A dive into the numbers

For the first time in his career, the Eagles’ QB will go up against the defending Super Bowl champs. Here’s what his stats through nine games tell us.

Giants' Jones looks to trademark 'Danny Dimes'

Giants quarterback Daniel Jones has filed a trademark request for “Danny Dimes,” the nickname the rookie has accepted if not yet fully embraced. The filing came after two other trademark applications were received for “Danny Dimes.”

Mahomes says he's feeling best he has all year

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes said Thursday that he’s feeling better physically than he has since Week 1 of the season.

From fear of dogs to epic dog dad, Boujee has changed Steelers receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster

The Steelers’ star receiver, a proud doggie dad, was once afraid of dogs. Now, with a social media feed full of his pup, Smith-Schuster can’t imagine life without his well-traveled, well-known, four-legged best friend.

Man faces felony for vandalizing Montana statue

Santa Clara police announced Wednesday that a 37-year-old man has been arrested on a charge of felony vandalism for allegedly pulling the face mask off a Joe Montana statue outside Levi’s Stadium.

Barnwell: Picking who will improve, decline and score more TDs this season

The Seahawks could struggle. The Browns might not. Michael Thomas will catch more TD passes. The numbers tell a full story.

A one-night wonder falls off the map: What happened to Jonas Gray?

Jonas Gray put up a monster performance vs. the Colts. A few days later, an uncharged phone changed his career.

Remember Peyton Hillis? One-hit wonders for all 32 NFL teams

Peyton Hillis, Jonas Gray, David Tyree, Timmy Smith. Do you remember their legendary one-off performances?

Sources: NFL won't give Kap reps list of attendees

The NFL will not provide Colin Kaepernick’s representatives with a list of the personnel planning to attend the QB’s workout Saturday, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Biggest Week 11 injury questions for all 32 NFL teams: Updates on Amari Cooper, Le'Veon Bell, more

As the playoff races tighten, a number of key starters are battling injuries. Get the latest scoop from inside NFL locker rooms.

Jags' Minshew: Proved staying power in NFL

Jaguars quarterback Gardner Minshew is moving to the bench with Nick Foles back in the fold but said he thinks he proved he can be in the NFL “for a long, long time.”

Source: Texans claim CB Hargreaves off waivers

Vernon Hargreaves, who was released by the Bucs on Tuesday for what coach Bruce Arians deemed a lack of hustle, was claimed off waivers by the Texans, a source told ESPN.

Reid: NFL's Kap workout 'feels like a PR stunt'

Eric Reid said of Colin Kaepernick’s scheduled workout for NFL teams Saturday, “I’ll believe it when I see it,” and that the event organized by the league “feels like a PR stunt.”

Fantasy vs. reality: The rise and fall of one-game wonder Jonas Gray

Five years ago, an unknown Patriots running back named Jonas Gray put up a monster performance against the Colts. A few days later, an uncharged phone changed the course of his career.

Sources: Kap reps sought different workout date

NFL clubs have been informed that Colin Kaepernick will hold a workout on Saturday, although the QB’s reps had asked that it could take place on a Tuesday, when more team personnel could attend.

49ers' Sanders (ribs) likely game-time decision

The 49ers lost another top receiving option Monday when damaged rib cartilage forced Emmanuel Sanders to the sideline. Coach Kyle Shanahan said Tuesday that Sanders will likely be a game-time decision on Sunday.

The NFL's non-QB MVPs: Why Watt leads the way — and why McCaffrey is missing

We ranked the top five most valuable non-quarterbacks through Week 10 of the 2019 NFL season — and Christian McCaffrey didn’t make the list.

NFL MVP stock watch: A three-way QB race, starting with Wilson

Russell Wilson holds the MVP race lead, but it’s closer than you think. Who else is in the running to win the award after 10 weeks?

32 NFL one-hit wonders: Hillis' Madden cover, Tyree's helmet catch, more

Peyton Hillis, Jonas Gray, David Tyree, Timmy Smith. Do you remember their legendary one-off performances? We found the best ever.

'Crazy trash': How the Rams' Jalen Ramsey 'gets in people's heads'

The Rams have seen and heard trash talkers before, but none as damaging and as constant as their new cornerback.