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Weekend Kickoff: Road to Super Bowl 51 begins

The 2017 NFL playoffs and road to Super Bowl 51 begin with wild card weekend.

Ron Clements

Raiders' Derek Carr explains 'eerie' feeling when he broke his leg

Derek Carr knew exactly what happened when he broke his leg against the Colts.

Jordan Heck

J.J. Watt comes through with jerseys for young Texans fan struck by car

The Texans star hand-delivered a bunch of jerseys to a young fan recovering after being hit by a car on New Year's Eve.

Brandon Schlager

Von Miller writes tribute to retiring coach Gary Kubiak

The Broncos linebacker lauded his former coach for being "a leader who was believable, a man of high character who always had a plan."

Ron Clements

LaDainian Tomlinson headlines Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists

Tomlinson, Brian Dawkins and Jason Taylor were the three finalists in their first year of eligibility.

Ron Clements

Michael Crabtree likens refs to cops, says he was treated like a 'criminal'

The Raiders receiver wasn't happy with the officials ... or with Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib after Sunday's loss.

Jordan Heck

The Blitz Read: Playoff field set with streaking Packers, Patriots, Steelers

The Packers and Patriots enter the playoffs riding six-game win streaks while the Steelers have won seven straight.

Ron Clements

Raiders' Matt McGloin a wild card at QB for playoff game vs. Texans

Injured in his first start, the Raiders quarterback says he plans to play in next week's AFC wild-card game against the Texans.

Brandon Schlager

Broncos coach Gary Kubiak tells players he is 'stepping down' for health concerns

Gary Kubiak is putting his own well-being ahead of his career.

Ron Clements

Talib snatches Crabtree's chain

The Broncos cornerback went right after the Raiders receiver in the first quarter of Sunday's game in Denver.

Ron Clements

Broncos coach Gary Kubiak likely to step down amid health concerns

Gary Kubiak was forced to take a week off earlier this year after being taken to the hospital and diagnosed with a "complex migraine condition."

Kirstie Chiappelli

DeMarcus Ware says he's not retiring despite back surgery

Despite undergoing season-ending back surgery, DeMarcus Ware says he's not done playing professional football.

Joe Rodgers

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Making sense of Week 17’s playoff scenarios

The Buccaneers have to beat the Panthers and hope a lot of things go their way in order to make the playoffs.

Ron Clements

DeMarcus Ware's season ends with back surgery; is retirement next?

An injury-marred season will end a game early for the pass-rushing legend, who sits eighth on the NFL's all-time sacks list.

Marc Lancaster

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 16

As some NFL teams are preparing for the playoffs, other clubs such as the Jets, Rams and Vikings are a mess with one week remaining.

Ron Clements

Derek Carr's chances to return for potential Raiders Super Bowl don't look good

The 25-year-old MVP candidate with a broken leg continues to lead: "We still have work to do as a team and goals to obtain."

Bob Hille

J.J. Watt, Eddie Lacy and other injured players that impacted the NFL season

Injuries to key players affected the fortunes of several teams during the 2016 NFL season. We take a look at what might have been.

Arthur Weinstein

Who is Matt McGloin? Raiders quarterback has beaten expectations before

The injury to Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has thrust backup Matt McGloin into the spotlight. Just who is this unheralded reserve?

Arthur Weinstein

The Blitz Read: Brutal Week 16 for playoff-bound Raiders, Seahawks

The Raiders and Seahawks both saw star players go down with broken legs. The Titans lost quarterback Marcus Mariota to the same injury.

Ron Clements

Raiders QB Derek Carr suffers broken leg, done for season

It has been a costly day for NFL playoff teams. The Raiders' MVP-caliber quarterback was the latest to go down Saturday.

Ron Clements

Raiders punter Marquette King blames Pro Bowl snub on Russians

America's favorite punter questions the voting system.

Jordan Heck

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Giants among several teams hoping to clinch playoff spots

Thursday's Giants-Eagles game kicks off a Week 16 slate chock-full of playoff implications.

Ron Clements

Pro Bowl rosters headed by Raiders, Falcons players

The 2017 Pro Bowl will be played at Orlando's Camping World Stadium on Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. ET.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: AFC South a jumbled mess with two games remaining

Thanks to a pair of improbable wins, the Titans and Texans are 8-6, but the Colts are right behind them after Sunday's win in Minnesota.

Ron Clements

Raiders' Aldon Smith 'mad and frustrated' awaiting reinstatement

Aldon Smith thought he'd be back in the NFL by now.

Joe Rodgers

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Seahawks among teams with chance to clinch

The Seahawks can clinch the NFC West with a win Thursday over a dysfunctional Rams team that has lost eight of nine and four straight.

Ron Clements

Raiders coach Jack Del Rio isn’t happy with punter Marquette King’s penalties

Del Rio also doesn't understand why any of his players — especially punter Marquette King — should get flagged for unsportsmanlike penalties

Joe Rodgers

Oakland floats plan to keep Raiders from moving to Las Vegas

Oakland has a plan to build the Raiders a new stadium, but it is doubtful whether it will be enough to keep the team from moving to Vegas.

Marcus Dinitto

NBC says SkyCam cables at Arrowhead weren't to blame for Derek Carr’s late wobbly pass

Amari Cooper said the "duck" was of no fault of a wire, instead that the ball just moved on him at the last second.

Joe Rodgers

Raiders' Marquette King clarifies the burn he gave to Chiefs' Travis Kelce

Marquette King has become a star.

Jordan Heck

Field at Chiefs' Arrowhead Stadium is apparently covered in ice

This might cause problems for Thursday night's game against the Raiders.

Jordan Heck

Weekend Kickoff: NFL playoff berths hinge on Cardinals-Dolphins game

The Raiders, Patriots and Seahawks can clinch playoff spots this weekend — with some help.

Ron Clements

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 13

Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles has thrown 11 pick-sixes, but won just 10 games. He said this season has been a nightmare.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: Chiefs' Eric Berry kicks off NFL's season of giving in heartfelt homecoming

Quarterbacks were in the giving spirit on Sunday, with 24 interceptions thrown and five fumbles lost by NFL signal callers.

Ron Clements

Weekend Kickoff: Cowboys look to stay hot before weekend of inter-conference matchups

If the Cowboys can win at Minnesota on Thursday, they can be the first team this season to clinch a playoff berth.

Ron Clements

Raiders coach Jack Del Rio dons black glove in solidarity with Derek Carr

Raiders coach Jack Del Rio has a pretty good sense of humor.

Ron Clements

Bills' Logan Thomas makes funny movie reference in discussing switch to TE

Logan Thomas was drafted as a quarterback in 2014, but moved to tight end this week. He'll need to be a quick study.

Ron Clements

Ravens' Justin Tucker backs idea of 'reward' for kickoffs that split uprights

The Ravens kicker has 35 touchbacks this season. He believes there should be a reward for combining power and accuracy.

Ron Clements

Bills' Seantrel Henderson mulls legal action against NFL after latest ban, report say

The Bills offensive lineman has maintained he uses marijuana to help manage the pain of Crohn's disease.

Brandon Schlager

NFL Week 12 Local Headlines: Derek Carr fights through pain; Justin Houston premonition comes true

Derek Carr fought through a painful finger injury, while Justin Houston delivered a one-man show in a pulsating Week 12.

Nicholas McGee

Raiders QB Derek Carr explains what happened to his pinky

The MVP candidate was able to lead his team back despite a painful injury.

Jordan Heck

Raiders QB Derek Carr somehow returns after gruesome pinkie injury

The Raiders QB fumbled a snap early in the third quarter that led to a Panthers touchdown. But that was least of Oakland's concern.

Ron Clements

Luke Kuechly out for Panthers game against Raiders

Luke Kuechly is still feeling the affects of a concussion he sustained against the Saints in Week 11.

Gabrielle McMillen

Head2Head: Derek Carr could feast on depleted Panthers defense

The Raiders QB will look to stay hot against a Panthers defense that is young and wounded.

Ron Clements

Weekend Kickoff: Playoff implications loom large on Thanksgiving

For the first time since 1935, each game played on Thanksgiving Day will feature teams with records of .500 or better.

Ron Clements

Raiders fans chant homophobic slur in Mexico City

The derogatory chant was picked up on ESPN's broadcast multiple times.

Joe Rodgers

Texans QB Brock Osweiler says laser affected how he played

The Texans quarterback had a laser pointed right in his face during the Monday night game.

Jordan Heck

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 11

Steve Smith may be destined for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, but that doesn't mean the veteran receiver has the respect of his opponents.

Ron Clements

Texans coach Bill O'Brien questions officiating after loss to Raiders

The Texans had to deal with several questionable calls by officials and lasers in their 27-20 loss to the Raiders in Mexico.

Ron Clements

New lawsuit from former players demands NFL recognize 'living CTE'

The NFL is facing another lawsuit related to chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE.

Ron Clements

Texans, Raiders won't be able to breathe in Mexico City, ex-USMNT player says

Apparently playing in Mexico City's Azteca Stadium is "like breathing with a plastic bag on your head."

Jordan Heck

Just what the heck's wrong with NFL kickers?

NFL kickers combined to miss 12 extra points Sunday, including a pair of misses by Giants kicker Robbie Gould and Cincinnati's Mike Nugent.

Ron Clements

Weekend NFL Kickoff: Saints, Panthers eager to play despite short week

For the Saints and Panthers, who are both coming off gut-wrenching losses Sunday, this week’s game offers a chance to erase a bad taste.

Ron Clements

Memo has long list of warnings for Texans while in Mexico City

"DO NOT leave the hotel."

Bob Hille

Pro Football Hall of Fame maintains stance of no rings, jackets for deceased enshrinees

The family of former Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler was upset it would not be presented with a ring and jacket for "The Snake."

Ron Clements

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 9

There is a growing distrust of the NFL by players and Monday night's game did little to remedy that.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: Special teams on the uptick past the NFL midway point

Sunday was a special kind of day in the NFL. That was either a good thing or a bad thing, depending on the team.

Ron Clements

Broncos' Brandon Marshall ends protest of anthem, will stand for woman killed by police

The Broncos linebacker has decided to take a stand instead of continuing to kneel during "The Star Spangled Banner" before games.

Steven J. Gaither

Derek Carr must overcome Broncos if he wants to remain in MVP conversation

Oakland's Derek Carr has not been good against Denver. That'll need to change Sunday.

Ron Clements

Wade Phillips in press box?

The defensive coordinator retains his sense of humor about the incident but also knows he doesn't want to get hit again.

Bob Hille

Weekend Kickoff: Bucs-Falcons start off division showdowns

We’re more than halfway through the season and nearly every division is still up for grabs.

Ron Clements

Broncos' T.J. Ward doesn't buy Raiders' receiving corps hype, says they're just 'good'

Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree comprise on the NFL's best wide receivers tandems. But don't tell that to Broncos safety T.J. Ward.

Ron Clements

Lions lose LB Armonty Bryant to three-game suspension

Tucked at the bottom of a release announcing a trade, the Lions revealed the suspension for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.

Ron Clements

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 8

Does the NFL have an officiating problem? The overwhelming response from coaches and players is yes.

Ron Clements

NFL Week 8 Headlines: If you like to rip kickers, Josh Norman says 'you suck'

Kickers came under fire again Sunday after some big misses, while the Bengals and Redskins traveled to London for a tie.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: Tom Brady, Matt Ryan, Derek Carr top list of early MVP candidates

Several of the league's top quarterbacks led their respective teams to big victories on Sunday.

Ron Clements

Raiders topple Buccaneers in overtime despite NFL-record 23 penalties

The Oakland Raiders have an infamous reputation for being one of the NFL's most penalized teams. Well, they fit the part Sunday.

Ron Clements

C.J. Anderson's knee surgery 'a super success' but return unclear

If the Broncos place Anderson on injured reserve, he will be out of game action a minimum of eight weeks, under NFL rules.

Bob Hille

Raiders LB Aldon Smith requests NFL reinstatement

Smith has reportedly completed rehab after he was suspended from the league for a year.

Gabrielle McMillen

NFL Weekend Kickoff: Games have been bad, sure, but they’ve been close

A near-record number of games through the first seven weeks have been decided by seven points or fewer.

Ron Clements

He Said What?! Best Week 7 quotes

Following their respective Week 7 games, several NFL players and coaches took some time for self-reflection.

Ron Clements

NFL announces Pro Bowl captains

Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis will join future Hall of Famers Ray Lewis, Tony Gonzalez and Charles Woodson at the 2017 Pro Bowl.

Ron Clements

Jaguars' Jalen Ramsey on ejection: 'I would do it again'

The Jaguars rookie cornerback was ejected after fighting with Raiders receiver Johnny Holton.

Arthur Weinstein

The Blitz Read: Turnovers galore mar NFL season's ugliest day of football yet

Of the 13 games played Sunday, 10 of them had multiple turnovers in what was the sloppiest day of the season thus far.

Ron Clements

NFL Weekend Kickoff: Can Packers rekindle Lambeau mystique?

London’s Twickenham Stadium will host an NFL game for the first time with the Giants and Rams facing off at the famed rugby venue.

Ron Clements

He Said What?! This coach threw his team under the bus

One coach ripped his team for how they finished the game, while two others are calling for instant relay for pass interference. The best quotes from NFL Week 6.

Ron Clements

Unlike Rams' move, Raiders' Las Vegas courtship comes with transparency

It's appearing more apparent the Oakland Raiders will move to Las Vegas after Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval signed legislation into law.

Ron Clements

Chiefs run all over Raiders to end Oakland's win streak

The Chiefs rushed for 183 yards and three touchdowns in a 26-10 road win over the Raiders.

Joe Rodgers

Raiders staying in Oakland two more seasons, says owner Mark Davis

The Raiders have one-year options to stay in the Oakland Coliseum for the 2017 and 2018 seasons.

Travis Durkee

Raiders owner Mark Davis already 'proud' to call Las Vegas home

The final piece of the funding puzzle for a $1.9 billion stadium in Las Vegas fell into place Friday.

Marc Lancaster

Fulton Walker, first player to return kick for TD in Super Bowl, dies at 58

Walker was a return specialist for the Dolphins and Raiders in the early 1980s.

Marc Lancaster

Weekend Kickoff Week 6: NFL playoff hopefuls face must-win situations

Since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970, only 12 teams that began the season 1-4 went on to make the playoffs.

Ron Clements

Chiefs’ Jamaal Charles to take off 'training wheels’ against Raiders

In his last return from an ACL tear, Charles rushed for a career-high 1,509 yards in 2012.

Travis Durkee

Las Vegas Raiders one step closer to reality; stadium proposal clears another hurdle

The Nevada Senate approves $750 million in public funding for a new stadium. The legislation moves to the Assembly.

Ron Clements

He Said What?! Best Week 5 quotes

Often NFL players are called heroes or their play is referred to as heroic. But one NFL player said he was inspired by a super hero Sunday.

Ron Clements

The Blitz Read: Vikings victorious to remain NFL's only undefeated team

The Vikings remain unbeaten. Tom Brady returned. Dak Prescott shined again. Carson Wentz and the Eagles saw their perfect streaks snapped.

Ron Clements

Josh McCown's daughter has fun at school on 'Jersey Day'

The journeyman quarterback couldn't help but point out a mistake in his daughter's jersey choices.

Ron Clements

Weekend Kickoff: Expected contenders dealing with QB shuffle

Who could have predicted the two teams that played in January’s NFC championship game would both be 1-3 after four games?

Ron Clements

Justin Forsett, out-of-work running back, makes job plea on Twitter

The veteran was released by the Ravens on Tuesday.

Ron Clements

Former USC, Raiders QB Todd Marinovich charged after nude break-in

Marinovich was charged with trespassing and drug possession after he was found nude in another person's backyard.

Gabrielle McMillen

Ravens fan in critical condition after alleged assault by Raiders fans

A Ravens fan is in the hospital after a dispute at Sunday's game.

Jordan Heck

NFL Week 4 Headlines: Panthers not dwelling on loss of Josh Norman; no panic in New England

We look at the headlines from Week 4 of the NFL season, which was defined by close finishes and more injuries.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: For Panthers, Cardinals, what a difference a year makes

Even the Patriots and Broncos were not immune to misfortune Sunday, a rough day for each of last year's NFL semifinalists in different ways.

Brandon Schlager

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 3

The Eagles are one of five unbeaten NFL teams through three weeks, and the hype around rookie quarterback Carson Wentz continues to grow.

Ron Clements

Raiders release Pro Bowler Marcel Reece after PED violation

Reece was suspended the last game of the 2015 regular season, the Pro Bowl and the first three weeks of the season for a PEDs violation.

Joe Rodgers

Titans' Taylor Lewan is an 'absolute fraud,' according to Kirk Herbstreit

A dubious play Sunday prompted Herbstreit to call out Lewan.

Scott Ridge

NFL Week 3 headlines: From savvy Carson Wentz to 's—y' Jets

Here's a look at some of the local headlines from around the NFL this weekend.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: Turnovers help Bills, Vikings pull off upsets of NFC favorites

Three weeks into the season, both the Panthers and Cardinals are 1-2 while the Vikings, Eagles, Ravens, Patriots and Broncos are 3-0.

Ron Clements

Nevada governor says Raiders 'committed and resolute' in relocation to Vegas

Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval told reporters on Wednesday he met with Raiders owner Mark Davis this week.

Ron Clements

Raiders' Marquette King wants to start GoFundMe for incoming fine

Marquette Kings knows he's about to get fined, so he wants his fans to help pay for it.

Jordan Heck

'He Said What?!' The best NFL quotes from Week 2

Coaches and players aren't going to panic with 14 games remaining on the schedule. They will complain about officials, though.

Ron Clements

NFL Week 2 Headlines: Patriots hail 'baby' Brissett as injury bug strikes

After a Sunday slate in which the injury bug hit the NFL hard, we round up some of headlines from Week 2.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: Injuries ravage NFL rosters in Week 2

Not only did the Patriots lose Jimmy Garoppolo with a shoulder injury, several top running backs also suffered injuries on Sunday.

Ron Clements

Raiders move gets closer as Nevada approves $750 million for Las Vegas stadium

A Nevada panel has approved a plan for $750 million in public funding for a stadium for the Raiders.

Steven J. Gaither

Weekend kickoff: 'Color Rush' precedes playoff rematches, home debuts

The NFL’s second “Color Rush” season begins Thursday night with the New York Jets taking on the Buffalo Bills.

Ron Clements

C.J. Spiller released by Saints; team taking another hefty cap hit

The Saints waived the veteran running back after he was inactive for Sunday's 35-34 loss to the Raiders. The move will cost the franchise $7 million in "dead money" through the 2017 season.

Ron Clements

He Said What?! The best NFL quotes from Week 1

Marcus Peters talks about his show of solidarity with Colin Kaepernick; plus, sarcasm by Bill Belichick and straight talk by Cardinals GM Steve Keim.

Ron Clements

NFL Week 1 Headlines: Terrance Williams 'aware' of clock, Dolphins owner backs protests

After a wild opening weekend, we look at some of the headlines from around the NFL.

Nicholas McGee

The Blitz Read: Derek Carr outduels Drew Brees in wild Week 1

Oakland's victory in New Orleans was just one of 10 games that came down to the wire on the NFL's first Sunday.

Ron Clements

Storylines for 2016 NFL season

Beginning with Thursday's Super Bowl rematch, there are plenty of storylines to watch, including milestones within reach and predictions.

Ron Clements

Weekend kickoff: Super Bowl rematch begins season

The 2016 NFL seasons gets started Thursday night in Denver with the defending Super Bowl champion Broncos welcoming the team they beat.

Ron Clements

Seahawks' Jeremy Lane earns thanks from Colin Kaepernick for protest support

Teammates of the Seahawks cornerback say they're supportive of his right to speak out for something he believes in.

Joe Rodgers

NFL roster cuts tracker: Mark Sanchez, Justin Forsett among final cuts

The deadline for NFL teams to cut their rosters to 53 was 4 p.m. ET Saturday. Teams can claim waived players beginning Sunday at noon.

Ron Clements

Rookies go off while Colin Kaepernick takes a seat in preseason finales

Tom Brady started New England's game against the Giants. A few hours later, three NFL players sat during the national anthem.

Ron Clements

Bradford shines in Eagles' win

So far this preseason, Bradford is 32-of-40 passing with 285 yards.

Travis Durkee

Josh Gordon, Robert Griffin III make dynamic duo for Browns against Bucs

Gordon is back in the NFL, and Robert Griffin III couldn't be happier.

Ron Clements

Las Vegas reps zero in on two sites for proposed Raiders stadium

Financial backers of a proposed NFL stadium in Las Vegas have narrowed their options down to two sites south of the Mandalay Bay hotel.

Ron Clements

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