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6 takeaways from Chiefs HC Andy Reid’s Monday media availability

#Chiefs HC Andy Reid spoke to the media on Monday, sharing some thoughts on his team as they come off of the bye week.

Emmanuel Acho: Lincoln Riley leaving Oklahoma for USC is not the right football move I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Lincoln Riley will become USC’s next head coach after leaving Oklahoma. He led the Sooners to four straight Big 12 titles in his first four seasons with them. He will now join a Trojans program that has not won a Bowl Game since 2016. Emmanuel Acho explains why Riley is ‘making the right life move but not the right football move.’

Washington's Jamin Davis motivated by former teammate Chris Oats, who suffered stroke in 2020

When his Kentucky teammate was stricken last year, Davis became a starting linebacker and delivered on his vow to “step up and make him proud.”

Seahawks' Ken Norton Jr. inspired by memories of heavyweight champion father

Norton Jr. uses lessons learned from his father, late heavyweight champion Ken Norton Sr., to deal with adversity and improve the Seahawks’ defense.

Big Noon Kickoff, Wendy’s 2021 Road Trip Continues in Indianapolis

The partnership between Wendy’s and FOX’s Big Noon Kickoff enjoyed a fantastic season together – one that continues in Indianapolis this weekend at the Big Ten Championship Game between the Michigan Wolverines and Iowa Hawkeyes.

Albert Breer joins Colin Cowherd to discuss the future of Baker Mayfield & Cleveland Browns I THE HERD

NFL reporter Albert Breer joins Colin Cowherd to discuss the future of Cleveland Browns’ quarterback Baker Mayfield. The Browns are coming off a week 12 loss to rival Baltimore Ravens. The defeat leaves the Browns record on the 2021 season at 6-6 and currently last in the AFC North. With their playoff hopes looking cloudy, Colin ask Breer about the future of Baker Mayfield in Cleveland.

Panthers' McCaffrey done for year due to ankle

An ankle injury will force Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey to miss the rest of the season, the team announced Monday.

Source: Vikings RB Cook has dislocated shoulder

Vikings running back Dalvin Cook dislocated his shoulder during Sunday’s loss to the San Francisco 49ers, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Winners/losers: Burrow ready for primetime

Joe Burrow is living up to the hype as last year’s No. 1 overall pick, and he has the Bengals in position to make a legitimate playoff run in the AFC.

Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy tests positive for COVID-19, will miss game vs. Saints

The Cowboys’ rash of COVID-19 cases has reached a key figure in the organization, as coach Mike McCarthy has tested positive.

Bears' Matt Nagy: No plan for Teven Jenkins to start, yet

Jason Peters and Larry Borom have both played well, so it will be tough for the Bears to squeeze Jenkins onto the offensive line.

32 things we learned from Week 12 of 2021 NFL season: Playoff picture keeps shifting

The outlook for the AFC and NFC’s top playoff seeds continues to change week to week, with some contenders rising while others fade.

Skip Bayless: ‘Dallas played a horrendous game vs. Raiders, it’s hard to come back from that’ I UNDISPUTED

Skip Bayless discuss the results of the Philadelphia Eagles vs. New York Giants Week 12 matchup and the playoff implications it has in the NFC East. After the Week 12 slate of games, the Dallas Cowboys are still the NFC East division leader. Skip gives his thoughts on the Cowboys chances to win NFC EAST despite their play as of late.

Chiefs CB L’Jarius Sneed hitting his stride for final stretch of regular season

#Chiefs CB L’Jarius Sneed hasn’t been perfect this season, but our @TheJohnDillon feels the defense plays its best when Sneed plays his best.

Shannon Sharpe on Lakers: We are in trouble because we are inconsistent and cannot defend I UNDISPUTED

LeBron James handled his old friend Isaiah Stewart & the Detroit Pistons 110-106 last night, which was a good bounce-back win after starting their weekend with a triple overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings on Friday. Laker Nation may have gotten an injury scare as the King was seen holding his side after some contact late in the game yesterday, but assured reporters afterward quote: ‘I’m alright. I’ll be ready to go on Tuesday.’ Shannon Sharpe shares his takeaways from LeBron’s two home games last weekend, including why the ‘Lakers are in trouble.’

McCarthy becomes latest Cowboys COVID case

The Cowboys’ COVID-19 outbreak has spread to head coach Mike McCarthy, who will miss Thursday night’s game against the Saints after testing positive for the virus.

Shannon Sharpe on Packers dominating the Rams: I was very surprised; Green Bay looks legit I UNDISPUTED

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers flexed their muscles on the LA Rams in a 36-28 victory. The reigning MVP threw two touchdowns and ran for another. Meanwhile, the Rams lost their third straight game yesterday, as Odell Beckham Jr. caught his first touchdown as a Ram but only pulled in five of his ten targets. Shannon Sharpe explains why he was surprised that Matt Stafford, Von Miller, OBJ and company were dominated in Green Bay, along with how the ‘the Packers are legit.’

Nick Wright: The Rams are not good enough, and I don’t see that changing I FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Los Angeles Rams suffer yet another loss after falling to the Green Bay Packers in Week 12. Nick Wright and Chris Broussard lay out why the Rams’ struggles are a Matt Stafford issue, and why the Rams are not as good as the other good teams in the NFL.

Chris Broussard: Browns are right to stick with Baker Mayfield I FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Baltimore Ravens pulled out an ugly win against the Cleveland Browns, and with Baker Mayfield’s injuries, Nick wright thinks it’s time Cleveland sits the quarterback out in favor of Case Keenum. Watch to see why Chris Broussard thinks the Browns are right to stick with Baker.

Nick Wright: Patriots are clearly and obviously not the best team in the AFC I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Kevin Wildes is ready to call his New England Patriots the best team in the AFC after they defeat the Tennessee Titans Sunday night, but Nick Wright isn’t sold. While Nick admits Mac Jones played well, and the Patriots have the best coach in the history of the NFL in Bill Belichick, watch him explain why the Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills are still better teams than New England.

Pettersen to captain Europe at 2023 Solheim Cup

Suzann Pettersen, who won the Solheim Cup for Europe in 2019 with the last shot of her career, will captain the team four years later for its second straight title defense.

Lamar, Ravens earn unlikely win after QB's 4 INTs

Quarterbacks had lost 41 straight games when throwing four interceptions before Sunday, as the Ravens overcame a career-worst night from Lamar Jackson to beat the Browns 16-10.

Current NFL playoff picture: AFC shake-up as Ravens slide into No. 1 seed

The Ravens moved into the top seed in the AFC, while the Packers and Buccaneers inched closer to the Cardinals in the NFC. Here is the current postseason outlook.

Takeaways: Packers drop Rams, Patriots make an AFC statement and Bucs win thriller

Here’s what to know from Week 12’s action.

Fantasy Football: Week 12 recap and analysis

Dalton Del Don runs through all the fantasy fallout of Week 12, including the Rams losing their third straight.

Sunday Night Football: Despite four Lamar Jackson interceptions, Ravens defeat Browns 16-10

Somehow, someway, the Ravens continue to get it done. After a stunning last-minute victory over the Bears without Lamar Jackson last week, Baltimore was able to overcome a career-high four interceptions by Jackson to defeat Cleveland 16-10 on Sunday Night Football. The Browns had plenty of chances to get something going, but never really could, [more]