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Mercury Morris, 2-time SB champ with Fins, dies

Eugene “Mercury” Morris, who starred for the unbeaten 1972 Dolphins and helped the team win two Super Bowl titles, has died at age 77.

Packers' Love inactive; Willis to start vs. ex-team

Malik Willis will get his second straight start Sunday when the Packers visit his former team, the Titans. Willis is stepping in for Jordan Love, who was ruled inactive while he recovers from an MCL sprain.

Sources: Panthers getting Young trade inquiries

Teams have expressed an interest in trading for Bryce Young, despite the Panthers saying they do not intend to trade the former No. 1 overall pick, sources told ESPN.

Week 3 inactives: Who's in and who's out?

AJ Mass provides updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.

Sources: Packers likely to start Willis vs. Titans

Malik Willis is likely to make another start Sunday when the Packers visit his former team, the Titans, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter, as Jordan Love continues to recover from his MCL sprain.

Niners' Kittle downgraded to out against Rams

The Niners declared TE George Kittle (hamstring) out for Sunday’s game against the Rams.

Steelers place starting RT Fautanu (knee) on IR

The Steelers have placed starting right tackle Troy Fautanu on injured reserve with a knee injury.

Texans to be without Mixon (ankle) vs. Vikings

The Texans will be without their leading rusher in Week 3 as injured running back Joe Mixon will not travel to face the Vikings.

Buccaneers' Vea, Johnson won't play vs. Broncos

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, looking to improve on their 2-0 start, downgraded defensive tackle Vita Vea and wide receiver Kameron Johnson to out for Sunday’s home game against the Denver Broncos.

Bunkering down: Why the Broncos are taking an extended road trip — with a West Virginia detour

Staying out east after Week 3, the Broncos are hoping The Greenbrier — and its underground bunker — will help them shake off a sluggish start.

Sources: Steelers' Fautanu (knee) out indefinitely

Steelers starting right tackle Troy Fautanu injured a knee in practice Friday and is sidelined indefinitely, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

'Action!': Inside the acting pursuit of Falcons star running back Bijan Robinson

Bijan Robinson hopes to pursue an acting career, and friendships such as the one he has with Matthew McConaughey could help.

Jags TE Engram out for Monday's game at Bills

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Evan Engram will miss Monday’s game against Buffalo with a hamstring injury.

Game guide: Matchup keys, predictions and score picks for every game

Which teams will win? Who are the X factors, and which storylines matter most?

49ers likely without Kittle, possibly 2 top defenders

49ers tight end George Kittle is doubtful for Sunday’s game at Los Angeles with a hamstring injury, while two of San Francisco’s top defenders, Nick Bosa and Charvarius Ward, are listed as questionable.

Browns' Garrett dealing with injury to both feet

Browns defensive star Myles Garrett says he’s dealing with the same injury to both his feet and he’ll continue to play but might require a procedure in the future.

QB Herbert questionable, pain in ankle 'not great'

Chargers QB Justin Herbert said Friday that doctors diagnosed him with a high right ankle sprain and his status for Sunday’s game against the Steelers is “yet to be decided.”

Bengals' Higgins plans MNF return: 'I feel great'

After missing the first two weeks of the season, Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins said he plans to return for the team’s “Monday Night Football” game vs. Washington.

Packers anticipate QB Love to be game-time call

The Packers are listing quarterback Jordan Love as questionable for Sunday’s affair against the Titans as he continues to work his way back from an MCL sprain in his left knee.

NFL Week 3 game guide: Matchup keys, predictions and score picks for every game

Here’s everything you need to know for Week 3 NFL games. Which teams will win? Who are the X factors, and which storylines matter most?

Patriots QB Brissett to remain starter, says Mayo

Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo said Friday that quarterback Jacoby Brissett “showed a lot of toughness, a lot of grit” in Thursday night’s loss to the Jets and will remain New England’s starter.

Steelers tackle Fautanu hurt, puts start in doubt

Days away from making his second career start, Pittsburgh Steelers first-round tackle Troy Fautanu sustained an injury in practice Friday.

McDaniel: Dolphins expect to be without Mostert

Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said he is “pessimistic” that running back Raheem Mostert will be available for Sunday’s game vs. the Seahawks.

Ravens sign backup RB Hill to two-year extension

The Ravens secured depth at running back by signing Justice Hill to a two-year extension worth $6 million on Friday.

Which NFL teams are most, least analytics-advanced?

Do the Browns still lead the way in analytics? Which franchises have bought in, and which remain skeptical?

Rodgers, Saleh laugh off denied hug as Jets roll

Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers and coach Robert Saleh made light of their awkward sideline encounter Thursday night, which is easier to do after a dominant win.

Rodgers dazzles in Jets home-opening win over Patriots

The Jets were in control all night, outgaining the Patriots 400-139.

Aaron Rodgers throws first MetLife touchdown as a New York Jet

Allen Lazard caught the touchdown to open scoring vs. New England Patriots.

Kittle, Ward do not practice for banged-up Niners

George Kittle and Charvarius Ward sat out Thursday’s practice with injuries for the 49ers, who are already dealing with injuries to Christian McCaffrey and Deebo Samuel.

Panthers' Young vows to 'be better' after benching

Bryce Young on Thursday admitted he was surprised when Panthers coach Dave Canales benched him in favor of veteran Andy Dalton, but he also took responsibility for statistics that were historically bad.