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(Photo by Jeff Schear/Getty Images for Cantor Fitzgerald)   The Los Angeles Rams might be the best team in football right now. They entered the season as a dark horse to come out of the NFC, but they’ve been much better than anticipated. Sean McVay has proven again to be one of the best head coaches in the game, and Matthew Stafford is playing the best football of his career. Add a top-notch defense to the mix, and you have a formula for success. In fact, as shown by ESPN insider Adam Schefter on X, what they’re doing is second to none in this league: “Signs of the Rams’ dominance: Rams have won six straight games and in their past five games, they have outscored their opponents 63-3 in the first quarter. Against the Jaguars, 49ers and Buccaneers, they have held leads of 21-0. The Rams haven’t trailed since the first quarter of Week 6, when Baltimore led Los Angeles 3-0,” Schefter posted on X. Signs of the Rams’ dominance:   Rams have won six straight games and in...

(Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)   Kevin O’Connell first connected with Johnny Manziel in 2014 as a private quarterback coach, preparing the Heisman Trophy winner for the NFL Draft while building a relationship that would shape both their careers. When the Cleveland Browns hired O’Connell as their quarterbacks coach in February 2015, the franchise was directly influenced by his prior work with Manziel and their established trust. During a recent appearance on Glory Daze Podcast, Manziel opened up about what O’Connell means to him, looking back at those formative pre-draft days when their partnership began. The appreciation in his voice made clear how much that early mentorship still resonates with him today. “Kevin O’Connell was with me pre-draft. He did my board work and film room work because he’s preparing me for the NFL. The Texans had the 1st pick that year. He had been with Bill O’Brien, so he was very much sitting down with me trying to teach me Bill’s offense to...

(Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)   Defensive coordinators who oversee dominant units often find themselves in the conversation for head coaching vacancies. Lou Anarumo, the Indianapolis Colts ‘ defensive coordinator, has become exactly that kind of candidate following his group’s impressive performance this season. Ahead of the Colts’ matchup against the Houston Texans, Anarumo addressed the speculation directly and spoke candidly about his future. “I’d be lying to you if I said that down the road that wasn’t something that would be a career goal, but my full attention is on the Houston Texans,” Anarumo said . “And they better be, because they’re a really good football team. While I appreciate all that stuff, my main — and sole — focus is on the Texans this week.” The head coaching interest surrounding Anarumo carries legitimate weight. He has transformed a competitive defense into one that excels at the most critical metric: keeping opponents off the scoreboard. Head...

(Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)   There is a long-standing concept that the NFL stands for “Not For Long,” which is often the case for head coaches. All it takes is one bad season to put many coaches on the hot seat, which is why it’s common to see upwards of six or seven openings every offseason. Of course, some destinations are more attractive than others, and some teams are too far gone to attract the top candidates. Of next season’s openings, there are already two teams that ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky believes are “very attractive” head coaching jobs. The main thing that can make a head coaching job attractive is the presence of an exciting quarterback. Coincidentally, two teams that have already fired their coaches happen to have a pair of rookie first-round QBs who look quite promising. “The Titans and Giants will be very attractive jobs bc of the way the young QBs have looked,” Orlovsky posted on X. The Titans and Giant will be very attractive jobs bc of the way th...

(Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images for SiriusXM)   The Dallas Cowboys are firmly back in the mix as an NFC playoff contender after pulling off a thrilling comeback victory over the Philadelphia Eagles last week and overcoming a 21-0 deficit. It was the second consecutive win for the Cowboys after demolishing the Las Vegas Raiders the prior week, and at 5-5-1, Dallas is still alive heading into a tough matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving, who are in a similar boat in the AFC. A big reason why the Cowboys are still alive and were able to win the last two games has been the outstanding performance of wide receiver George Pickens. Dallas’ new star receiver caught nine passes in each of the last two games for 144 and 146 yards, respectively, with a touchdown in each game as well. ESPN’s Louis Riddick touched on the topic of Pickens’ upcoming free agency on Wednesday’s episode of Get Up. Riddick noted how important it is for Dallas to hang on to its new star and explo...

(Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers ‘ front seven drew plenty of hype before the start of the season. Adding Micah Parsons to the mix was a scary sight for the rest of the league, and so far, he’s done a great job of showing why. The secondary, however, was a bit of a concern. Nate Hobbs has been on the wrong end of some big plays this season, and he was starting to become a major issue for Jeff Hafley’s unit. Fortunately for this team, they may have found a true CB1. As pointed out by Zach Kruse on X, Carrington Valentine has been an absolute menace recently: “87 coverage snaps, 10 targets, 2 receptions allowed, 15 yards allowed,” he wrote. #Packers CB Carrington Valentine in coverage over the last 3 games: 87 coverage snaps, 10 targets, 2 receptions allowed, 15 yards allowed. — Zach Kruse (@zachkruse2) November 24, 2025 Those are some elite numbers. He may not get the praise and recognition other players in his position get, but he’s ...

(Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers needed all hands on deck on Sunday. With Josh Jacobs out with a knee injury, someone would have to step up to lead the way against the Minnesota Vikings. Fortunately for them, backup RB Emanuel Wilson was more than up to the task. That’s why, after his strong performance, it’s not much of a surprise to see him being nominated for the FedEx Air and Ground Player of the Week: “Packers RB Emanuel Wilson (125 total yards, 2 TDs) is a nominee for the FedEx Air and Ground Players of the Week award in Week 12,” Kruse posted on X. #Packers RB Emanuel Wilson (125 total yards, 2 TDs) is a nominee for the FedEx Air and Ground Players of the Week award in Week 12. — Zach Kruse (@zachkruse2) November 24, 2025 Wilson was shifty and explosive out of the backfield. He forced missed tackles left and right, and he was a factor with his pass blocking and reliable hands in the passing game as well. It was a much-welcome per...

(Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers didn’t need Jordan Love to do much to secure their seventh win of the season. Even so, their quarterback responded when he needed to step up. That’s why Brent Sobleski gave him a modest grade for his Week 12 performance. In his latest column, he graded Love with a ‘C’ after the 23-6 win: “Jordan Love wasn’t slinging the ball everywhere against the Vikings. He didn’t need to do so. The Green Bay Packers used the tried-and-true method of running the ball, even without Josh Jacobs in the lineup due to injury, and playing good defense to garner a decisive victory. Emanuel Wilson carried the ball 28 times for 107 yards and two touchdowns. With this approach, all a team asks of its quarterback is to not make mistakes. Love didn’t. He did enough to keep his team on track and let everyone else go to work,” Sobleski wrote . Love completed just 14 of 21 passes for 139 yards, no touchdowns, and no interceptions. He ...

(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)   The New England Patriots suffered a significant blow on Sunday when first-round pick Will Campbell sustained a knee injury during their victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. Campbell was carted off the field and did not return to the game, forcing the Patriots to adjust their offensive line depth. The injury raised immediate concerns about the team’s protection scheme moving forward. Early evaluations from Monday provided some measure of relief. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, the injury may not sideline Campbell for an extended period, though the Patriots are preparing for his absence in the short term. “Patriots LT Will Campbell is believed to have suffered an MCL sprain and will have an MRI on his knee, sources said. He’s a candidate for Injured Reserve, with the hope he returns when it counts the most,” Rapoport posted on X. Just discussed on @GMFB : #Patriots LT Will Campbell is believed to have suffered an MCL sprain a...

(Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)   After four seasons of inconsistent performance under Brian Daboll, the New York Giants face an offseason rebuild that will likely include a new head coach. Mike Kafka is managing the team as interim while the organization prepares for a comprehensive search once the season concludes. According to Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio, the Giants are considering an unconventional approach to their coaching vacancy. At 2-10, New York might explore options that most franchises would never pursue, including potentially trading for a sitting head coach from another organization. “The Giants could look to make a trade for a head coach this offseason, per Pro Football Talk. Florio also says the Giants keeping Mike Kafka as head coach can’t be ruled out,” JPA shared on X. 𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧: The Giants could look to make a trade for a head coach this offseason, per @ProFootballTalk Florio also says the Giants keeping Mike Kafka as head coach can’t be r...

(Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)   The Dallas Cowboys made a big gamble this offseason. In a somewhat shocking turn of events, they acquired George Pickens from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Pickens has all the talent in the world and showed some flashes during his days under Mike Tomlin’s tutelage. However, there were some major red flags about his character and maturity – or lack thereof. Those issues have popped up again every now and then in Arlington, but he’s been worth the trouble. That’s why everybody on the team wants him there for the long run. With that in mind, NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport revealed the most likely scenarios for him and the Cowboys. And while he can be there for a while, he might also be a trade chip: “If Pickens is not the top receiver in free agency next offseason, then he’s at least in the conversation for that title. While the best option for Pickens would be to hit unfettered free agency, the more likely option, sources say, is the ...

(Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)   The Philadelphia Eagles sit atop the NFC East, yet their path has been anything but straightforward. Much of the scrutiny has centered on quarterback Jalen Hurts , who faces criticism from various angles, including some within the organization. Despite the pressure, Hurts maintains composure and appears unfazed by external noise. Former defensive end Chris Canty believes the Eagles’ concerns about Hurts go beyond surface-level frustration. He suggested the franchise itself harbors doubts about its signal-caller’s standing within the system. “Jalen Hurts is a top-five quarterback, in my eyes. I don’t know if the Philadelphia Eagles view him that way,” Canty said on the Unsportmanlike Radio. . @ChrisCanty99 isn't sure if the Eagles view Jalen Hurts as a top five quarterback. pic.twitter.com/kmXCFpzKXA — UNSPORTSMANLIKE Radio (@UnSportsESPN) November 21, 2025 Hurts has delivered strong individual numbers through the first part of...

(Photo by Thomas B. Shea/Getty Images)   The Houston Texans defeated the Buffalo Bills 23-19 on Thursday Night Football, bolstering their playoff chances heading into the second half of the season. Josh Allen orchestrated a late fourth-quarter drive for Buffalo, but Houston’s defense ultimately held firm. The victory marks their third consecutive win and sixth triumph in their last eight games, yet skepticism persists about their postseason viability. Analyst Joe Fortenbaugh remains unconvinced despite Houston’s recent momentum. During an appearance on ESPN’s Get Up, he outlined his reasoning for why he believes the Texans will miss the playoffs entirely. “Thursday night game in the 2nd half of the season. It’s the toughest spot to turn around, especially when you’re on the road. Buffalo was just in a war on Sunday with Tampa. Now, four days later, you gotta go to Houston and face this defense?” Fortenbaugh said. “Houston? Good. I don’t see him making the playoffs,” . @...

(Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for Revolt)   Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is on the verge of activation after participating fully in practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Backup Joe Flacco was limited during the session. Burrow’s injury history has prompted fresh questions about his long-term durability moving forward in his career. During a recent segment on FS1’s First Things First, analysts weighed whether Burrow has anything left to prove despite his evident talent. Analyst Chris Broussard compared his injury issues to those associated with Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis , who has frequently been viewed as injury-prone. “Yes, absolutely. It’s one thing only, that he can stay healthy. Oh. He is the Anthony Davis of the NFL. Like, great player, no doubt about it. Can’t stay healthy,” Broussard said. . @Chris_Broussard calls Joe Burrow the Anthony Davis of the NFL “Great player, no doubt about it. Can’t stay healthy.” pic.twitte...

(Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)   The Houston Texans present an unusual evaluation challenge this season. Their offense has struggled significantly while their defense operates at an elite level, creating a stark contrast that defines the team’s overall identity and potential heading forward. Following Houston’s victory over the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night, former NFL quarterback Dan Orlovsky offered a bold assessment of where the Texans stand in the AFC playoff picture. He suggested the 6-5 team has become a threat that opposing conferences should take seriously as the season progresses. “They’re the one team that nobody in the AFC wants in the playoffs. This team’s won 6 of 8, okay? This is the best defense in football. The teams that they’ve lost through, they’ve lost to by 5, 7, 8, 1, and 3. Those are their five losses. Every team they’ve lost to is a playoff team,” Orlovsky said on ESPN’s First Take. "They're the one team that nobody in the AFC wants...

(Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)   The Indianapolis Colts sit at 8-2 after their bye week, looking to build momentum against the Kansas City Chiefs this weekend. The Colts notched their first win since trading Sauce Gardner in Week 9, with quarterback Daniel Jones executing at a high level and running back Jonathan Taylor producing consistently. Kansas City enters the matchup at 5-5, searching for stability after an inconsistent season. Indianapolis aims to prevent the Chiefs from reaching six victories and extending their playoff positioning. The Colts conducted workouts with two wide receivers on Friday as they evaluate depth options at the position. The team previously traded Adonai Mitchell and continues assessing potential practice-squad additions. “Colts worked out Jaylen Johnson and Cole Burgess,” KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson reported. #Colts worked out Jaylen Johnson and Cole Burgess — Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) November 21, 2025 Cole Burgess went undrafted...

(Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)   The New York Jets will travel to Baltimore on Sunday to face the Ravens as substantial underdogs. The Ravens have won four straight games, with three victories coming since Lamar Jackson returned to the starting lineup. As the Jets prepare for the matchup, the organization has continued assessing available talent on the market. The team recently conducted workouts with multiple players to evaluate potential roster additions, according to KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson. “Jets worked out Damien Alford, Andrew Armstrong, Silas Bolden, Seth Henigan, Myles Purchas, Trey Vaval, Isaiah Wooden,” Wilson shared on X. #Jets worked out Damien Alford, Andrew Armstrong, Silas Bolden, Seth Henigan, Myles Purchas, Trey Vaval, Isaiah Wooden — Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) November 21, 2025 Damien Alford has emerged as a productive option since Calgary selected him first overall in the 2025 CFL Draft. He has already recorded 13 catches for 307 yards and five t...

(Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)   Joe Burrow is nearing a return to the field after missing significant time with a turf toe injury suffered in Week 2. The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback practiced fully throughout the week, positioning himself as a potential option against the New England Patriots this Sunday. His absence has weighed heavily on Cincinnati’s offense, which has struggled without him in the lineup. However, analyst Andy Hart believes the Bengals may delay Burrow’s return by one more week, opting instead to have him debut on Thanksgiving night against the Baltimore Ravens. “I don’t believe Joe Burrow’s playing. I think Joe Burrow is practicing because he’s gonna play on Thursday night, and when you play on Thursday night, you don’t practice during the week. So, if he was going to practice fully, it had to take place this week in preparation for Thanksgiving night against the division rival Ravens,” Hart said on WEEI 93.7 radio. "Joe Burrow will NOT be p...

(Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers dodged a bullet in Week 11. Running back Josh Jacobs left the win against the New York Giants after injuring his knee on the infamous turf at MetLife Stadium. Despite early concern, it was revealed that Jacobs didn’t suffer any structural damage. As such, he has a chance to play against the Minnesota Vikings, and head coach Matt LaFleur revealed the Packers’ plan for Jacobs in Week 12. “The plan is to try to get him healthy enough to go. It’s gonna be a day-by-day thing and we’ll see how he progresses as the week unfolds,” LaFleur said. RB Josh Jacobs won't practice today, according to Matt LaFleur "The plan is to try to get him healthy enough to go (vs Vikings). It's gonna be a day-by-day thing … and we'll see how he progresses as the week unfolds." — weston hodkiewicz (@WesHod) November 19, 2025 This makes sense, especially considering that the Packers are about to face a physical and ha...

(Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers ‘ offense is a work in progress, so to speak. Their defense, however, is spectacular. So far this season, the Packers are quietly dominating several NFL defensive categories. According to Jacob Morley, the Packers rank second in yards allowed after the catch per reception (4.0). They rank third in yards per play (4.67), rushing yards per play (3.83), and passing yards per play (5.60) allowed. Green Bay also ranks sixth in QB hits (69) and total yards allowed per game (292.1), and seventh in rushing yards allowed per game (96.8) and points allowed per game (19.6). It ranks ninth in first downs allowed per game (18.5) and 10th in passing yards allowed per game (195.3). The Packers rank in the top 10 of the NFL this season in the following defensive categories: Yards per game: 292.1 (6th) Yards per play: 4.67 (3rd) Rushing yards per game: 96.8 (7th) Rushing yards per play: 3.83 (3rd) Passing yards per game: 1...

(Photo by Leonardo Fernandez/Getty Images)   The Philadelphia Eagles made one of the most impactful moves of the NFL trade deadline. Adding Jaelan Phillips worked wonders to fix their ailing pass rush, and he’s having the time of his life on his new team. The former Miami Dolphins linebacker has repeatedly stated that the trade to Philadelphia was the best thing to ever happen to him. Of course, it didn’t take long before some people thought that was a shot at his former team. His comments rubbed some people the wrong way, so Phillips took to social media to shut down the narrative about his leaving the Dolphins. “If anyone would take the time to actually listen to interviews instead of making assumptions based on clickbait, they would realize that I’ve been nothing but humble and grateful for this opportunity to play for an incredible Eagles organization. I have never once said a single negative word about the Miami organization. I am grateful for my five years in Miami,...

(Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)   The Carolina Panthers defeated the Atlanta Falcons in overtime in Week 11, and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan made a strong impression during the victory. Afterward, numerous analysts were taking note of his eight-catch, two-touchdown performance. Analyst Damien Harris raved about McMillan after the rookie’s big breakout game. “I do want to give some love to Tetairoa McMillan. It was a breakout game for him, but he has been playing like this all season long, like a true WR1. This is a cornerstone piece for the Carolina Panthers moving forward,” Harris said. "I do want to give some love to Tetairoa McMillan … this is a cornerstone piece for the Carolina Panthers moving forward." @DHx34 reacts to Tetairoa McMillan's breakout game against the Falcons. pic.twitter.com/DXjmIZibOg — NFL on CBS (@NFLonCBS) November 17, 2025 Quarterback Bryce Young may get the most headlines, and he deserves acclaim too. He set the franc...

(Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)   The Jacksonville Jaguars lost their most important piece before he could even finish one season. Travis Hunter will miss the remainder of the year with a knee injury. Of course, that prompted even more doubts about his usage going forward. Injury prevention was one of the many reasons why playing him on both sides of the field wasn’t a good idea. However, they’re not going to change their approach to their first-round pick. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, the Jaguars will continue to play him in the same way next season: “Sources say Jacksonville does, in fact, plan to continue to deploy Hunter as their top wide receiver and matchup cornerback moving forward. In fact, prior to Hunter’s non-contact injury during practice on Oct. 30, he was ramping up to be used more, not less,” Rapoport wrote. This isn’t much of a surprise, unfortunately. Jaguars GM James Gladstone looked to make a statement by getting him as his first big mo...

(Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers haven’t been able to get anything going in the past couple of weeks. They dropped back-to-back games at home, and both of them in an ugly fashion. That’s despite Micah Parsons ‘ best efforts. However, the former Dallas Cowboys star pass rusher has also had a couple of mishaps. Notably, that happened late in the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, as he tripped RB Saquon Barkley. He avoided the flag at the time, but upon further review, the league still chose to fine him roughly $12K for that. Micah Parsons was fined for this fourth quarter play. pic.twitter.com/FUyFIVUgxN — Rob Demovsky (@RobDemovsky) November 15, 2025 Of course, that’s pocket change for a player who just became the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history. Still, it was something that should’ve never happened; it’s simply unsportsmanlike. Parsons has been spectacular for the most part this season, but he does have a tendency to let h...