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Jags fire defensive coordinator Caldwell, others

Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson fired defensive coordinator Mike Caldwell and multiple defensive assistants on Monday, the team announced.

Source: Wink Martindale to resign as Giants DC

Wink Martindale is expected to resign as the Giants’ defensive coordinator, a source told ESPN.

Rodgers says Jets need to flush the B.S. in 2024

Aaron Rodgers, responding to a question about what can be learned from the Jets’ 7-10 season, said the organization needs to eliminate distractions.

'There's tough and then there's Dan Campbell': Untold stories of the Lions' coach as a player

Campbell’s legacy as a player lives on through the teammates, coaches and friends from his football journey. Here are their favorite stories.

Rivera fired; ex-GMs to lead Washington overhaul

The Washington Commanders dismissed coach Ron Rivera and hired former Golden State Warriors GM Bob Myers and former Minnesota Vikings GM Rick Spielman to help in the search for a new head of football operations and head coach, team officials told ESPN.

Panthers fire GM Fitterer following 2-15 season

The Panthers fired general manager Scott Fitterer on Monday,

NFL playoff bracket and schedule: TV times, dates and locations

From the wild-card matchups to Super Bowl LVIII, here are the dates, times and locations for every game.

Our guide to the NFL playoffs: Reasons for hope — and concern — for all 14 teams

The NFL playoff field is set, and an exciting wild-card slate lies ahead. Here’s everything to know about the 14 teams vying to win Super Bowl LVIII.

Falcons fire Smith after another playoff-less year

The Falcons on Sunday night fired Arthur Smith, a move that came hours after the team’s season-ending 48-17 loss to the Saints. He finished 21-30 in his three seasons with the team.

Allen, Bills rally, win fourth straight AFC East title

Trailing, 14-7, at halftime, the Buffalo Bills closed the door on the Miami Dolphins in the third and fourth quarters, outlasting their division rivals, 21-14, on Sunday night, securing a fourth consecutive AFC East championship along the way.

Follow live: Bills, Dolphins battle for AFC East title

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Love, Packers win, secure NFC's final playoff spot

The Green Bay Packers had a 27% chance to make the postseason after a Week 15 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but Jordan Love orchestrated a rally from there, and with a 17-9 victory over the Chicago Bears Sunday, his club sealed an NFC playoff berth.

Brown hurt as Eagles' get-right hopes go wrong

A.J. Brown injured his right knee in the first quarter, one of several injuries for the Eagles, who ultimately pulled some of their starters — including Jalen Hurts — after falling behind big against the Giants on Sunday.

Nacua breaks rookie record for yards, catches

Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua broke the 63-year-old record for most receiving yards by a rookie in NFL history on Sunday.

After loss, Belichick focuses on results, not future

Bill Belichick kept his answers following Sunday’s season-ending loss to the Jets focused on the Patriots’ “disappointing” season, not his own status as the team’s coach as speculation mounts on his future.

Saints overrule Allen's call; TD ticks off Falcons

The Saints’ players decision to overrule coach Dennis Allen’s call to run out the clock and have Jamaal Williams score a late TD angered Falcons coach Arthur Smith.

Two TDs for Jordan Love, Dontayvion Wicks have Packers closing in on final NFC playoff spot

Love has 32 touchdown passes on the season as Green Bay looks to the playoffs.

Follow live: Cowboys can win NFC East with win over Commanders

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Jags eliminated with loss in Lawrence's return

The Jaguars lost to the Titans in Trevor Lawrence’s return and were eliminated from playoff contention.

Bucs clinch third straight NFC South title with win

The Buccaneers clinched their third straight NFC South title with a 9-0 win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

Lawrence active for Jags' key game vs. Titans

Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is active against the Titans.

Sources: Eagles RB Swift likely out vs. Giants

The Eagles are not expected to have leading rusher D’Andre Swift against the Giants, sources told ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.

Must-win moves: Kamara out vs. Ridder-led ATL

The Saints will be without running back Alvin Kamara, while the Falcons will turn back to Desmond Ridder at quarterback in an NFC South showdown in which both teams need a win and help to reach the playoffs.

Steelers' Watt has Grade 2 MCL sprain, J.J. says

Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt has a Grade 2 MCL sprain, according to his brother, retired NFL star J.J. Watt.

Lions' LaPorta sets standard for rookie tight ends

The Lions’ Sam LaPorta set a new NFL record for most receptions in a season for a rookie tight end with his 2-yard TD catch vs. the Vikings on Sunday.

C.J. Stroud, Texans hang on to beat Colts, clinch playoff berth

Stroud threw two TD passes, and Houston’s defense stiffened on a fourth-down stop late in the fourth quarter.

Steelers keep playoff hopes alive with win over Ravens

Baltimore rested Lamar Jackson with the AFC’s top seed secure, and Mason Rudolph and Pittsburgh capitalized.

Source: Steelers fear Watt suffered MCL sprain

The Steelers believe defensive MVP candidate T.J. Watt suffered a sprained MCL in the third quarter of Pittsburgh’s pivotal 17-10 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Belichick decision looms amid coaching changes

Bill Belichick’s future in New England is one of several unresolved coaching situations that teams face as they enter the final week of the regular season.

Source: Pierce, Ravens agree to $7.5M extension

The Ravens agreed to a two-year, $7.5 million extension with Michael Pierce, a source told ESPN’s Field Yates, which keeps the starting nose tackle from becoming an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season.