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Bucs' Antoine Winfield Jr. relies on Dad's FaceTime calls to help navigate NFL

There are lessons to be learned each week, but not always X’s and O’s. Winfield Sr., a 14-year NFL vet, has been his son’s secret weapon all season.

49ers lose Samuel, Wilson for multiple weeks

Just as the 49ers’ offense was rounding into form, the team has lost wide receiver Deebo Samuel (hamstring strain) and running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (high ankle sprain) for multiple weeks due to injury.

Cowboys DC feels heat after hot sauce mishap

Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Nolan’s rough season took another bad turn Monday when he had to halt a call with reporters because he accidentally rubbed hot sauce in his eye.

Source: Cards RB Drake likely out a few weeks

Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake is expected to miss “a few weeks” with a slight tear of a ligament in his ankle, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Rams' Jalen Ramsey steps up for Nashville charter school

With continuous support, Ramsey has become a hero for the kids at Purpose Prep Academy in his hometown.

Gase backs Darnold after QB's clunker vs. Bills

Adam Gase gave struggling quarterback Sam Darnold a pep talk and a vote of confidence after he posted one of the worst statistical games of his career in Sunday’s loss to the Bills.

What separates star defenders Aaron Donald and Khalil Mack? Production

Since their monster 2018 seasons, Mack and Donald’s performances have differed. What happened?

McCaffrey returns to practice field; status still iffy

Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey returned to practice Monday, his first after missing five games with a high ankle sprain.

Barnwell solves Week 7's biggest mysteries: How did DK do that? What's wrong with Cam?

Let’s run through the week’s unsolved (or misunderstood) mysteries, from a touchdown-saving sprint to a quarterback in a major funk.

Source: Bostic suspension unlikely for Dalton hit

After being ejected Sunday, Washington Football Team linebacker Jon Bostic is not expected to be suspended for his hit on Cowboys QB Andy Dalton, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

OBJ has torn ACL in left knee, will miss season

Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL in his left knee, the Browns announced Monday morning.

Murray: Beating Seahawks a 'big step' for Cards

Cardinals rookie linebacker Isaiah Simmons intercepted Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson late in overtime, setting the stage for a winning field goal by Zane Gonzalez that capped a wild Sunday night matchup between Arizona and Seattle.

Wilson says 'I have to be better' after 3-INT night

An uncharacteristic performance by Russell Wilson that included three interceptions led to a postgame news conference in which the Seahawks quarterback and MVP candidate acknowledged, “It starts with me” and “I’ve got to be better.”

Gurley 'mad as hell' as TD leads to Falcons loss

Falcons running back Todd Gurley lamented his late touchdown that gave the Lions enough time to drive down the field and rally to beat Atlanta on Sunday.

Takeaways: Big days for Baker, Rodgers — but not the Cowboys

Baker Mayfield and Aaron Rodgers combined for nine TDs, but Dallas had another disappointing outing.

Judging Week 7 overreactions: Should Mike McCarthy be on the hot seat? What about Cam Newton?

The Cowboys got blown out — again. Cam Newton had another rough day. Tom Brady looked great without Antonio Brown. Let’s overreact to Week 7.

Cards knock off unbeaten Seahawks in wild OT

Cardinals rookie linebacker Isaiah Simmons intercepted Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson late in overtime, setting the stage for a game-winning field goal by Zane Gonzalez that capped a wild Sunday night matchup between Arizona and Seattle.

Seahawks' DK Metcalf runs down Cardinals' Budda Baker, prevents pick-six

Metcalf reached speeds greater than 22 MPH to track down Baker from behind, a play that would loom large after the Cardinals’ offense failed to score.

Follow live: Wilson, Seahawks look to stay undefeated with visit to Cardinals

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Bucs' Tom Brady drops a dime to Scotty Miller for his third TD of first half

With 25 seconds before halftime, Miller got behind the defense and hauled in the TD just before going out of the back of the end zone.

Browns lose OBJ to knee injury on opening drive

Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is out for the game after injuring his knee attempting to make a tackle on an interception return.

Gase cedes playcalling vs. Bills, but Jets still lose

Jets coach Adam Gase decided to relinquish offensive playcalling duties to offensive coordinator Dowell Loggains on Sunday — but the result was yet another dreary performance in an 18-10 loss to the Bills.

Cowboys' Dalton concussed in Washington loss

Cowboys quarterback Andy Dalton left Sunday’s game in the third quarter after suffering a concussion. Dalton, who was largely ineffective before exiting, was replaced by Ben DiNucci.

Mayfield outduels Burrow as Browns nip Bengals

In a duel of Heisman Trophy winners selected No. 1 overall, Cleveland quarterback Baker Mayfield led the Browns to a comeback win over Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.

Steelers move to 6-0 as missed FG dooms Titans

The Steelers are 6-0 for the first time since 1978 after holding off the previously unbeaten Titans, who missed a potential game-tying field goal late in the fourth quarter.

Follow live: Steelers, Titans square off in undefeated showdown

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Sources: Jags RB Armstead still battling virus

Jaguars running back Ryquell Armstead is not expected to play again this season because of symptoms that he has suffered while battling COVID-19, league sources tell ESPN.

Source: AB's deal with Bucs maxes out at $2.5M

Wide receiver Antonio Brown can make up to $2.5 million with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Sunday.

Sources: Thomas in jeopardy of missing Week 8

Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas, who is out Sunday against Carolina, also could miss New Orleans’ Week 8 game against Chicago, league sources told ESPN.

Falcons, Lions make MLK honorary captain Sun.

Late civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. was named an honorary captain by both the Falcons and Lions for the teams’ game in Atlanta on Sunday.