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    The Buffalo Bills showed this past weekend they look like prime contenders to dethrone the Kansas City Chiefs as conference and Super Bowl champions.

    Josh Allen is playing like the NFL MVP and the rest of the team has followed suit. The Bills held on for a victory over the Lions on Sunday evening. Three strong weeks will be able to solidify that notion if the team is up to it.

    Behind the Bills, the rest of the league is jostling for position. There are a handful of teams that have separated from the rest of the pack over the last few weeks. The Chiefs are still in that conversation, as are the Philadelphia Eagles and Lions, even with the loss to Buffalo.

    Read below for the power rankings this week.

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    1. Buffalo Bills (11-3)

    Josh Allen runs

    Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen runs against the Lions during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rey Del Rio)

    The Bills might have the fifth-best record in the NFL, but is there any doubt that they’re the best team? The clinic the Buffalo offense put on against the Detroit Lions on Sunday showed that no team wants to face surefire NFL MVP Josh Allen in the playoffs.

    Last week: 4

    2. Philadelphia Eagles (12-2)

    AJ Brown reacts

    Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown reacts after his touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

    After all the talk in Philadelphia this past week about the passing game, Jalen Hurts had 290 passing yards and two touchdowns while AJ Brown caught eight passes for 110 yards and a touchdown. The Eagles dominated in their win, outgaining the Steelers 401-163 in yards and holding the ball for nearly two-thirds of the game. As the injuries keep piling up for the Lions, the Eagles are hoping they can lurch in front of Detroit in the standings and get the No. 1 seed in the NFC.

    Last week: 2

    3. Kansas City Chiefs (13-1)

    Patrick Mahomes looks on

    Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes watches play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Browns, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)

    All it took was a game against the last-place Browns for the Chiefs to get a comfortable win by multiple possessions. But it didn’t come for free either. Patrick Mahomes’ ankle injury could put the Chiefs’ hopes of holding on to the No. 1 spot in real jeopardy, especially with a runaway Bills team keeping pace every week. But if Carson Wentz does have to start a game for Kansas City, the Chiefs can take solace in the fact that their defense and running game has been just as if not more important to their success this year than an explosive passing game.

    Last week: 3

    4. Detroit Lions (12-2)

    Jared Goff looks on

    Lions quarterback Jared Goff reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rey Del Rio)

    Maybe it’s Josh Allen riding a crazy hot streak, but the Lions looked like it was the 2023 version of the team after allowing 48 points. That came after close calls against the Bears and Packers during a stretch of three-straight home games in which their point differential was zero, and now they go to Chicago, where it will be in the mid-20s on Sunday. The Lions need a solid performance to make everyone forget about this latest skid.

    Last week: 1

    5. Minnesota Vikings (12-2)

    Justin Jefferson celebrates touchdown

    Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson celebrates after catching a touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

    Sam Darnold is back, Justin Jefferson is back, and the Vikings are back. They have taken care of business against two weak opponents, just as they should. They wrap up the regular season with games in Seattle, home against Green Bay and then go to Detroit. It’s going to be a true litmus test to see where this team truly ranks as they go into January.

    Last week: 5

    6. Green Bay Packers (10-4)

    Romeo Doubs celebrates Jordan Love

    Green Bay Packers Romeo Doubs celebrates his touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seahawks on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

    The Packers proved they are a force to be reckoned with after a dominant victory in Seattle. Jordan Love has turned it on, and they have scored 30-plus points in four straight contests. In fact, they’ve scored less than 20 just once, and that was in Week 2. This is not a magic carpet ride like it was last season. This team could do some damage.

    Last week: 7

    7. Baltimore Ravens (9-5)

    Lamar Jackson and Decontez Walker celebrate

    Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Devontez Walker is congratulated by quarterback Lamar Jackson after catching a touchdown pass against the New York Giants during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

    The 2024 New York Giants have not been included in conversations about the NFL’s elite teams. At times this season, the Baltimore Ravens have looked to be among the league’s best teams. The Ravens took care of business against the Giants. Lamar Jackson threw for an impressive five touchdowns. Baltimore now shifts its focus to a high-stakes AFC North matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

    Last week: 8

    8. Pittsburgh Steelers (10-4)

    Russell Wilson runs

    Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson runs with the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Eagles on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

    Although the Steelers dropped this past Sunday’s game to the Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh held on to its lead in the AFC North. But this Saturday’s game against the Baltimore Ravens will be critical. The Steelers hope to get a couple of their key players healthy down the stretch. Star pass rusher TJ Watt suffered an ankle injury during the loss to the Eagles, while wide receiver George Pickens has missed the past couple of weeks with a hamstring injury.

    Last week: 6

    9. Houston Texans (9-5)

    Nico Collins celebrates with Tank Dell

    Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (12) celebrates scoring a touchdown with teammate wide receiver Tank Dell during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

    A big win over the Miami Dolphins and a crucial loss by a divisional opponent led the Houston Texans to win their second straight AFC South title on Sunday. The Texans’ defense has played a crucial role in the team’s 9-5 record, but CJ Stroud’s continued growth week after week has meant both sides of the ball are finally playing complimentary football – just in time for the playoffs. 

    Last week: 11

    10. Washington Commanders (9-5)

    Terry McLaurin celebrates

    Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the first half of an NFL football game against the Saints in New Orleans, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

    It is better to win ugly than to lose pretty, and that was certainly the case for the Commanders. If the Saints converted the two-point conversion as time expired, it would have been a significant blow to the Commanders’ playoff chances. However, the Commanders held on and now remain in control of their playoff destiny for the rest of the season. One of the positives for Washington is that the Jayden Daniels-Terry McLaurin connection has been one of the best in football this season. The pair connected for two touchdowns in the win.

    Last week: 10

    11. Denver Broncos (9-5)

    Adam Trautman celebrates with Bo Nix

    Broncos’ Adam Trautman celebrates his touchdown with Bo Nix during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

    The Broncos are gaining more momentum with each snap. They only got stronger as their game against Indianapolis went on, especially on defense. However, Bo Nix has had turnover issues for two straight games, but the rest of the team has done enough to overcome it. Nix will have to return to his midseason form if the Broncos hope to keep up their momentum.

    Last week: 12

    12. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-6)

    Mike Evans scores touchdown

    Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans scores a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

    They’re making a playoff push and with Mike Evans fully healthy again and three teams with losing records on the schedule to end the season, it’s hard to think they won’t get to the postseason. 

    Last week: 14

    13. Los Angeles Chargers (8-6)

    Justin Herbert talks

    Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert fields questions after an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Eric Thayer)

    The Chargers are suddenly a fading team that could ultimately end up playing for their playoff lives in the final stretch of the season. It’s a script that this team has become all too familiar with over the years, and even Jim Harbaugh’s presence hasn’t changed it yet. The good news is the Chargers still have a two-game lead for the final wild card spot and their final two games will be against the basement-dwelling Raiders and Patriots.

    Last week: 9

    14. Los Angeles Rams (8-6)

    Matthew Stafford reacts

    Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)

    It will be a fight to the finish, but the Rams defeating the 49ers on Thursday night put them in a good spot to capture the NFC West when it’s all said and done.

    Last week: 15

    15. Seattle Seahawks (8-6)

    Geno Smith gets attended to

    Seahawks’ Geno Smith is hurt during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

    An injured Geno Smith will hurt Seattle’s chances of getting a playoff spot in the long run. 

    Last week: 13

    16. Arizona Cardinals (7-7)

    Kyler Murray runs onto the field

    Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray takes the field prior to an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

    A good win against the Patriots may carry their momentum toward the Carolina Panthers games. Arizona will need a victory to keep pace before a pivotal matchup against the Rams in Week 17.

    Last week: 17

    17. San Francisco 49ers (6-8)

    Brock Purdy jogs off field

    San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy jogs off the field after an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Santa Clara, Calif., Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)

    Somebody has to win the NFC West. The 49ers are a long shot at this point and the schedule going forward doesn’t do them any favors. It starts with the Dolphins on Sunday.

    Last week: 16

    18. Cincinnati Bengals (6-8)

    Joe Burrow in action

    Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow passes during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

    Joe Burrow has been one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL this season. Despite throwing a couple of interceptions against the hapless Titans, Burrow’s three touchdowns and dazzling playmaking helped the Bengals secure their sixth win of the season. Cincinnati might not end up in the playoffs, but the Bengals front office will have some tough decisions to make this offseason.

    Last week: 19

    19. Atlanta Falcons (7-7)

    Drake London celebrates touchdown

    Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London, center, celebrates after a touchdown against the Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

    They broke a four-game losing skid, which is appropriate because they are still equally broken. Kirk Cousins and the offense are not meshing. They don’t fully maximize their stars and the secondary is suspect.

    Last week: 20

    20. Miami Dolphins (6-8)

    Mike McDaniel yells

    Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel directs from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Texans, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

    The Dolphins had to win on Sunday to keep any shred of hope of a postseason run alive, and they couldn’t get it done. Now the questions turn to head coach Mike McDaniel’s future. Could Miami move on from him? It’s possible.

    Last week: 18

    21. Indianapolis Colts (6-8)

    Anthony Richardson walks off

    Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Broncos on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

    The Colts are on the outside looking in when it comes to the playoffs after a brutal 31-13 loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Too many turnovers, a lack of consistent play from second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson and several miscues on the field could come back to haunt Indy as they sit two games out of the AFC’s final playoff spot.

    Last week: 21

    22. Dallas Cowboys (6-8)

    CeeDee Lamb celebrates with Cooper Rush

    Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb celebrates a score with quarterback Cooper Rush against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

    Even with the win, the Cowboys’ chances of making the playoffs are less than 1%. What might matter more, however, is that if the Cowboys keep winning games down the stretch, Jerry Jones might be inclined to keep head coach Mike McCarthy around for another season. It would have been easy for the Cowboys to quit on the season after losing to the Bengals and then having to go on the road on a short week. But the Cowboys came out to play and rolled over the Panthers, an encouraging sign for McCarthy as the players show up for him.

    Last week: 22

    23. New Orleans Saints (5-9)

    Spencer Rattler in action

    Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler throws a pass in the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders in New Orleans, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

    It takes courage to bypass an extra point to tie the game on the last play of the game and instead go for the win. Didn’t work, but tip of the hat.

    Last week: 23

    24. Chicago Bears (4-10)

    Caleb Williams in action

    Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams throws a pass against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

    Just when we thought the Bears had figured something out and were looking to turn the corner, they find themselves right back in the ditch. They have been non-competitive in two straight games, which is surprising considering in their previous three games they lost by a combined seven points. They wrap up the season with home games against the Lions and Seahawks before heading to Green Bay in Week 18. Not fun.

    Last week: 24

    25. New York Jets (4-10)

    Davante Adams in action

    New York Jets wide receiver Davante Adams can’t hang onto a pass against the Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

    Of course, the week after the Jets were officially eliminated from playoff contention, Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams turned back the clock and put on a performance reminiscent of their days with the Green Bay Packers to beat the Jacksonville Jaguars.

    Last week: 27

    26. Carolina Panthers (3-11)

    Bryce Young in action

    Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young passes against the Dallas Cowboys during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

    Get them to the offseason already.

    Last week: 26

    27. Cleveland Browns (3-11)

    Jameis Winston in action

    Browns quarterback Jameis Winston makes the catch against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

    Jameis Winston has handled the starting quarterback duties for the Browns for the past seven games. While the Browns’ average points and yards per game have increased under Winston, the team has also experienced an uptick in turnovers. The Browns have dropped three consecutive games and will look for a solution at the quarterback position for 2025.

    Last week: 25

    28. New England Patriots (3-11)

    Drake Maye scores touchdown

    New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye runs for a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

    The Patriots still have to play the Buffalo Bills twice the rest of the way, which is probably good news. New England is in play for the No. 1 overall pick in the draft, and they don’t need to pick a quarterback. That’s a strong position in which to find yourself.

    Last week: 28

    29. Jacksonville Jaguars (3-11)

    Mac Jones dives

     Jaguars quarterback Mac Jones (10) is tripped up by New York Jets defensive end Solomon Thomas during the second half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

    The Jaguars had little to celebrate (outside improving their draft positioning) after a narrow loss to the New York Jets on Sunday. And with both teams eliminated from the playoffs, this weekend came down to bragging rights. On the bright side, rookie wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. managed to break two franchise records. 

    Last week: 30

    30. Tennessee Titans (3-11)

    Will Levis walks off

    Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

    The Will Levis experiment might be over in Tennessee. Levis was benched after his fourth turnover, a pick-6, in Sunday’s rough outing against the Bengals. The offense has struggled all season long and first-year head coach Brian Callahan finds himself in the hot seat with just three games left on the schedule.

    Last week: 29

    31. Las Vegas Raiders (2-12)

    Desmond Ridder looks on

    Raiders quarterback Desmond Ridder leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

    The Raiders seem to sniff a potential win every week without ever closing it out. But these late-game follies have been critical in keeping the team at the top of the draft order. Their ability to blow these close games will be tested against a Mac Jones-led Jaguars team next week.

    Last week: 31

    32. New York Giants (2-12)

    Malik Nabers in action

    New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers makes a catch in the end zone for a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

    The season cannot end quick enough for general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll. The Giants, while decimated by injuries, never stood a chance as Lamar Jackson torched the Giants secondary, throwing for five touchdowns. One of the few positives is rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers, who had 10 catches for 82 yards and a touchdown while drawing some defensive pass interference calls for the Giants offense.

    Last week: 32

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    The Fox News Digital Sports NFL power rankings were compiled by the Fox News Digital Sports staff and the OutKick.com staff.

  • NFL odds, Week 16 lines, ATS predictions, game picks, tips, times: Model simulates every game 10,000 times

    While many bettors would prefer to make Week 16 NFL predictions and Week 16 NFL game picks with narrow lines, others would prefer heavy NFL favorites or NFL underdogs go bet on. Fortunately, both of those groups are in luck thanks to the wide spectrum of Week 16 NFL spreads. Six games have Week 16 NFL odds of a field goal or less, while four have a spread of a touchdown or more. Some in the former category include Eagles vs. Commanders (+3.5), Vikings vs. Seahawks (+3) and Dolphins vs. 49ers (+1).

    As for those wide lines, Green Bay is a 13.5-point home favorite over the Saints in the Week 16 NFL betting odds, while Buffalo is favored by 14 at home versus the Patriots. Should you have the same NFL betting strategy with both narrow and wide NFL spreads? All of the Week 16 NFL lines are listed below, and SportsLine’s advanced computer model has all the NFL betting advice and NFL predictions you need to make the best Week 16 NFL picks now. Plus, get the model’s full Week 16 NFL score predictions here.

    The model, which simulates every NFL game 10,000 times, is up well over $7,000 for $100 players on top-rated NFL picks since its inception. The model enters Week 16 of the 2024 NFL season on an incredible 27-11 betting hot streak on top-rated NFL picks this year. Longer term, it is on a 207-139 roll on top-rated NFL picks that dates back to the 2017 season and a 61-32 roll on top-rated NFL picks since Week 7 of 2022.

    The model also ranked in the top 10 on NFLPickWatch four of the past six years on straight-up NFL picks and beat more than 94% of CBS Sports Football Pick’em players four times during that span. Anyone following at sportsbooks and on betting apps has seen strong returns.

    Now, it has turned its attention to the latest Week 16 NFL odds and NFL betting lines and locked in betting picks for every NFL matchup. You can find them all here.

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    Below is a comparison of the various welcome promotions available along with reviews of the major sportsbooks and their current promo offers.   

    Thursday, Dec. 19

    Thursday Night Football: Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Chargers (-3, 42.5)

    Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
    Channel: Prime Video

    The last three games between these two teams have averaged 31.7 total points, with all of them combining for fewer than 40 points. These teams have given up the exact same number of points in the 2024 season (247), and their 17.6 points allowed per game are tied for the fewest in the NFL.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which enters Week 16 of the 2024 NFL season on an incredible 27-11 betting hot streak on top-rated NFL picks this year, projects just two players to have more than 55 scrimmage yards, which could be beneficial with NFL prop bets. See the NFL projections here.

    Saturday, Dec. 21

    Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs (+1.5, 39.5)

    Time: 1 p.m. ET
    Channel: NBC

    Patrick Mahomes (high ankle sprain) is shaping up to be a game-time decision. The last five games between these teams have averaged 64.2 total points. Each of the five had at least 54 combined points. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (knee) practiced fully on Tuesday.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is on a 207-139 roll on top-rated NFL picks that dates back to the 2017 season and a 61-32 roll on top-rated NFL picks since Week 7 of 2022, projects one side of the spread to hit well over 50% of the time, and the model says one side of the total also hits in well over 50% of simulations. See the NFL projections here.

    Pittsburgh Steelers at Baltimore Ravens (-6, 45)

    Time: 4:30 p.m. ET
    Channel: FOX

    Lamar Jackson has lost each of his last four starts versus Pittsburgh, with tour total touchdowns versus eight turnovers. Jackson has never rushed for a touchdown against Pittsburgh in his NFL career, while Russell Wilson has just one passing touchdown over his last three games against Baltimore.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is up well over $7,000 for $100 players on top-rated NFL picks since its inception, projects one team to allow nine more points than its season average, and it projects one team to average under 3.5 yards per carry. See the NFL projections here.

    Sunday, Dec. 22

    Cleveland Browns at Cincinnati Bengals (-7, 48)

    Time: 1 p.m. ET
    Channel: CBS/Paramount+

    Jameis Winston has eight interceptions over his last three games and ranks fourth in picks (12) despite ranking 24th in pass attempts. Cleveland’s 4-10 record against the spread (ATS) is the second-worst in the NFL, however, the Bengals have covered just once at home, going 1-5 ATS in Cincinnati.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which enters Week 16 of the 2024 NFL season on an incredible 27-11 betting hot streak on top-rated NFL picks this year, says one side of the spread hits in well over 50% of simulations in an A-rated pick. Get the model’s coveted A-rated pick here.

    New York Giants at Atlanta Falcons (-9.5, 41)

    Time: 1 p.m. ET
    Channel: FOX

    Both teams have seen the Under go 9-5 this season. The Under is 5-1 over the Falcons last six games, while the Under is 8-3 in Giants games when the total is 40 or more. Kirk Cousins leads the NFL with 16 interceptions, while New York ranks last in the league with nine passing touchdowns.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is on a 207-139 roll on top-rated NFL picks that dates back to the 2017 season and a 61-32 roll on top-rated NFL picks since Week 7 of 2022, says one defense will score more Fantasy points than any running back, receiver or tight end on the opposing team. Get more NFL projections here.

    Arizona Cardinals at Carolina Panthers (+4.5, 47)

    Time: 1 p.m. ET
    Channel: FOX

    Carolina has won six of the last seven meetings between these teams, and the Panthers have also covered in four of their last five games of the 2024 NFL season. Bryce Young is coming off a game in which he was sacked a season-high of six times and also had a career-high of four turnovers (two interceptions, two lost fumbles).

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is up well over $7,000 for $100 players on top-rated NFL picks since its inception, projects two players to have nearly 100 yards from scrimmage while another player has at least six receptions. See who they are right here.

    Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears (+7, 48)

    Time: 1 p.m. ET
    Channel: FOX

    The Lions are 0-3 ATS over their last three games, which matches the number of ATS defeats they had over their previous 18 games. The Bears enter this game on an eight-game losing streak, which is tied for the second-longest in franchise history. After losing on MNF in Week 15, Chicago is 1-3 ATS with a rest disadvantage since 2022, while the Lions are 8-3 ATS when they have more rest than their opponents over that stretch.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which enters Week 16 of the 2024 NFL season on an incredible 27-11 betting hot streak on top-rated NFL picks this year, says three players have over 80 scrimmage yards, while another four players have at least 50 total yards. See the NFL projections here.

    Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts (-4, 42.5)

    Time: 1 p.m. ET
    Channel: CBS/Paramount+

    These teams combined for 11 turnovers in last week’s defeats as Tennessee had six versus Cincinnati, while Indy had five against Denver. Four of the last five meetings between these two have seen 41 or fewer points scored. Their last matchup — a 20-17 Colts victory in Week 6 — saw both teams finish with fewer than 270 total yards.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is on a 207-139 roll on top-rated NFL picks that dates back to the 2017 season and a 61-32 roll on top-rated NFL picks since Week 7 of 2022, says one quarterback has nearly a 100% chance of throwing an interception. See the NFL projections here.

    Los Angeles Rams at New York Jets (+3.5, 46.5)

    Time: 1 p.m. ET
    Channel: CBS/Paramount+

    The Rams are 4-0 over their last four trips to MetLife Stadium and are 4-1 over their last five road games versus the Jets. The Rams played last Thursday, but they are just 1-6 ATS when they have a rest advantage since 2022. Meanwhile, the Jets are 5-4 ATS when they have less rest than their opponent since 2022.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is up well over $7,000 for $100 players on top-rated NFL picks since its inception, says one side of the total hits in almost 60% of simulations. See which side of the total is a must-back here.

    Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders (+3.5, 45.5)

    Time: 1 p.m. ET
    Channel: FOX

    The last four matchups between these two have averaged 57.8 combined points. Jayden Daniels’ 656 rushing yards are the second-most among quarterbacks, while Jalen Hurts’ 14 rushing touchdowns are the most among all players in the 2024 season.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which enters Week 16 of the 2024 NFL season on an incredible 27-11 betting hot streak on top-rated NFL picks this year, forecasts one side of the total to hit 60% of the time. See which side of the total is a must-back here.

    Minnesota Vikings at Seattle Seahawks (+3, 43)

    Time: 4:05 p.m. ET
    Channel: FOX

    Seattle has won five straight home games versus the Vikings, but the Seahawks are just 2-6 ATS at home this season, which is the fourth-worst ATS record in the league. The Vikings are on a seven-game winning streak and are 4-2-1 ATS over this run.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is on a 207-139 roll on top-rated NFL picks that dates back to the 2017 season and a 61-32 roll on top-rated NFL picks since Week 7 of 2022, projects there to be at least 10 total sacks plus turnovers, which could be beneficial with Fantasy picks and NFL prop bets. Get the NFL projections here.

    New England Patriots at Buffalo Bills (-14, 46.5)

    Time: 4:25 p.m. ET
    Channel: CBS/Paramount+

    Teams that are underdogs of at least 12 points this season are 0-6 straight up and 2-4 against the spread. During New England’s current four-game losing streak, it is 1-3 ATS and has seen the Over hit all four times. Meanwhile, the Over is 5-1 over the Bills’ last six games.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is up well over $7,000 for $100 players on top-rated NFL picks since its inception, forecasts one team’s defense to score more Fantasy points than any non-quarterback, and it projects one team to have six players with at least 40 yards from scrimmage. See who they are right here.

    Jacksonville Jaguars at Las Vegas Raiders (+1.5, 39.5)

    Time: 4:25 p.m. ET
    Channel: CBS/Paramount+

    The Raiders have committed the second-most turnovers (28) and also have forced the second-fewest turnovers (nine). Meanwhile, the Jags have the fewest takeaways (eight) in the league and have also given up the most total yards this season. The Under is a combined 5-1 for the teams over the last three weeks.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which enters Week 16 of the 2024 NFL season on an incredible 27-11 betting hot streak on top-rated NFL picks this year, says one side of the total hits in well over 60% of simulations. See which side of the total is a must-back here.

    San Francisco 49ers at Miami Dolphins (-1, 44.5)

    Time: 4:25 p.m. ET
    Channel: CBS/Paramount+

    San Francisco is 4-1 straight-up over its last five games in the Eastern Time Zone. The 49ers are coming off a loss to the Rams in which San Fran failed to score a touchdown, and the Niners have gone without a passing touchdown in two of their last three games. Tua Tagovailoa is coming off a three-interception game, after having no picks in each of his previous four games.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is on a 207-139 roll on top-rated NFL picks that dates back to the 2017 season and a 61-32 roll on top-rated NFL picks since Week 7 of 2022, says seven different players will have at least 50 scrimmage yards, including one having 90 total yards. See who they are right here.

    Sunday Night Football: Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Dallas Cowboys (+4, 48.5)

    Time: 8:20 p.m. ET
    Channel: NBC

    Dallas is 1-6 ATS at home this season, the second-worst mark in the league, though the Cowboys are 3-1 ATS over their last four games overall. Tampa is also 3-1 versus the spread over its last four and enters this contest with four consecutive outright wins.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is up well over $7,000 for $100 players on top-rated NFL picks since its inception, projects five different players to have well over 70 scrimmage yards, including one having 90 yards. See who they are right here.

    Monday, Dec. 23

    Monday Night Football: New Orleans Saints at Green Bay Packers (-13.5, 42)

    Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
    Channel: ABC/ESPN

    Derek Carr (hand) is doubtful to play, while Alvin Kamara (groin) is questionable after leaving last week’s game early. Green Bay has covered in four straight games, which followed it going 0-4 ATS over its prior four. The Over is just 1-4 for New Orleans in Darren Rizzi’s five games as interim head coach.

    Model pick: The SportsLine model, which is on a 207-139 roll on top-rated NFL picks that dates back to the 2017 season and a 61-32 roll on top-rated NFL picks since Week 7 of 2022, says one side of the spread hits in well over 50% of simulations, while one side of the total hits nearly 60% of the time. See which sides to back here.

  • Fostul star NFL Michael Vick acceptă postul de antrenor principal de fotbal la colegiu: raport

    Se pare că Michael Vick va fi antrenor principal de fotbal la colegiu.

    Fostul fundaș vedetă din NFL va prelua funcția de antrenor principal al programului de fotbal din Norfolk State, potrivit The Virginian-Pilot.

    Vick a spus luni pentru presa că a avut conversații despre eventuala preluare a programului.

    „Știu să conduc și știu ce este nevoie”, a spus el ziarului.

    Vick a fost, de asemenea, legat de un alt antrenor al colegiului care se deschidea la Sacramento State, potrivit ESPN.

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    Michael Vick se uită pe teren

    Fostul fundaș NFL Michael Vick participă la Jocurile Pro Bowl de pe stadionul Allegiant. (Kirby Lee/USA Today Sports)

    „El și-a exprimat interesul pentru poziție și, da, m-am întâlnit cu el în legătură cu interesul lui pentru fotbalul din Sac State și ascensiunea noastră atletică. După cum vă puteți imagina, având în vedere succesul programelor noastre sportive, postul nostru de antrenor principal de fotbal este un rol atractiv”, a declarat președintele statului Sacramento, Luke Wood, într-o declarație pentru ESPN.

    Cu toate acestea, The Sacramento Bee a raportat că Vick nu a fost candidat pentru acel loc de muncă, citând un „membru al departamentului de atletism al școlii” nenumit, care a spus că raportul ESPN este doar un zvon.

    Vick și-a jucat cariera universitară la Virginia Tech în perioada 1998-2000, câștigând onoruri de la prima echipă All-American în 1999. Vick a fost apoi selectat cu alegerea numărul 1 la draftul NFL din 2001 de către Atlanta Falcons, unde a devenit unul dintre cele mai tinere vedete din sport.

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    Michael Vick vorbește cu Roger Goodell

    Comisarul NFL Roger Goodell, dreapta, discută cu fostul jucător Michael Vick înainte de un meci dintre Philadelphia Eagles și Minnesota Vikings la Lincoln Financial Field. (Bill Streicher/USA Today Sports)

    Vick a fost sportivul de acoperire al Madden NFL 2004 de la EA Sports. Versiunea din acel an a jocului video l-a făcut pe Vick unul dintre cei mai rapizi jucători din joc și unul dintre cei mai rapizi fundași din istoria seriei.

    Dar cariera și reputația lui Vick au luat o întorsătură întunecată în 2007.

    Vick a petrecut aproape doi ani de închisoare după ce a pledat vinovat pentru finanțarea unei operațiuni de luptă de câini, forțându-l să rateze sezoanele 2006 și 2007.

    Vick a trebuit să-și reactiveze imaginea, iar NFL i-a permis să joace cu Philadelphia Eagles, unde a petrecut cinci sezoane după ce a fost eliberat din închisoare în 2009. S-a alăturat, de asemenea, New York Jets și Pittsburgh Steelers înainte de a se retrage în 2015.

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    Michael Vick se uită

    Michael Vick la Fox Sports Ziua presei de la Phoenix Convention Center. (Kirby Lee/USA Today Sports)

    Vick s-a aventurat să antreneze în vara lui 2017, când s-a alăturat șefilor Kansas City și fostului său antrenor principal Eagles, Andy Reid, ca stagiar de antrenor. S-a alăturat NFL pe FOX ca analist după ce cantonamentul s-a încheiat în acel an.

    În aprilie 2018, Vick a fost angajat ca coordonator ofensiv pentru Atlanta Legends of the Alliance of American Football. Cu toate acestea, cu puțin timp înainte de începerea sezonului, antrenorul principal Kevin Coyle a anunțat că Vick nu va servi ca coordonator ofensiv, ci va rămâne cu echipa ca consultant.

    Vick nu a antrenat niciodată la nivel de colegiu, dar acum are șansa de a ajuta la schimbarea unui program după un sezon de 4-8 în 2024.

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  • Jalen Hurts de la Eagles beneficiază de „privilegiul destul de”, spune analistul ESPN NFL

    Jalen Hurts îi revine pe Philadelphia Eagles în prima competiție pentru Super Bowl, în ciuda criticilor legate de o scădere a numărului său de la an la an.

    Hurts a avut 290 de yarzi prin trecere și două pase de touchdown în victoria de duminică împotriva lui Pittsburgh Steelers. Cu un lanț strălucitor, și-a început conferința de presă de după meci întrebând reporterii dacă „asta e ceea ce au vrut să vadă?”

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    Jalen Hurts se luptă

    Quarterbackul Eagles, Jalen Hurts, conduce mingea împotriva lui Pittsburgh Steelers duminică, 15 decembrie 2024, în Philadelphia. (Foto AP/Derik Hamilton)

    Domonique Foxworth, un fost fundaș defensiv al NFL și actual analist ESPN, a declarat la „Get Up” de marți că lipsa reacțiilor de la observațiile lui Hurts după acel meci a fost rezultatul „destul de privilegiu”.

    „S-a ridicat la conferința de presă de după meci și s-a comportat ca și cum ar fi Josh Allen”, a spus Foxworth. „Uită-te la acest om cu Kangolul lui care arată ca Nino Brown… cu diamante în valoare de trei mii de milioane de trilioane de dolari pe gât și se comportă de parcă ar fi făcut 400 de metri timp de trei săptămâni la rând.

    “Omule, ai trecut o săptămână bună. Și toată lumea o uită când începe să-și bată ochii la tine.”

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    Jalen Hurts fuge

    Quarterbackul Eagles, Jalen Hurts, aleargă cu mingea de la linebackerul Pittsburgh Steelers TJ Watt la Lincoln Financial Field pe 15 decembrie 2024, în Philadelphia. (Bill Streicher-Imagini)

    „Destul de privilegiu” sau nu, Hurts îi are pe Eagles în vârful NFC East pe parcursul a 15 săptămâni.

    Are 2.892 de metri de trecere, 18 pase de touchdown și doar cinci interceptări în acest sezon. Procentul său de finalizare (69,2%) este cel mai mare din cariera sa. Și cele 12 victorii ale sale aproape au egalat sezonul său de 14-1 ca titular în 2022.

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    Jalen Hurts și Russell Wilson

    Jalen Hurts de la Eagles și quarterbackul de la Pittsburgh Steelers, Russell Wilson, se îmbrățișează după meciul lor de duminică, 15 decembrie 2024, la Philadelphia. (Foto AP/Derik Hamilton)

    Philadelphia are o serie de 10 victorii consecutive, cu trei jocuri rămase.

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  • Playoff-uri NFL: Ce se întâmplă dacă există o egalitate pentru capul de serie nr. 1 în NFC între Eagles, Lions și Vikings?

    Niciodată nu a fost mai important pentru o echipă NFL să obțină capul de serie numărul 1 în divizia lor. Cele două echipe nr. 1 sunt singurele echipe care primesc un revedere în prima rundă în playoff, în timp ce orice altă echipă din playoff trebuie să lupte pentru a ajunge săptămâna următoare.

    Există o situație ciudată care se pregătește în vârful NFC chiar acum. Trei echipe – Philadelphia Eagles, Detroit Lions și Minnesota Vikings – ar putea egala pentru acea cap de serie numărul 1 foarte important. În acest moment, toate cele trei echipe au 12-2 cu trei jocuri rămase de jucat. Dacă toți vor câștiga același număr de jocuri în următoarele trei săptămâni, NFL va trebui să se bazeze pe procedurile sale de departajare pentru a determina care echipă primește cu adevărat pa.

    NFL are 12 criterii în vigoare pentru a rupe legăturile în trei părți (care sunt la fel cu cei 12 pași pentru a rupe orice legături în două părți). Începe cu recordurile echipelor în meciurile una împotriva celeilalte și continuă prin diverse scenarii. Dacă egalitatea încă nu a fost ruptă după primele 11 criterii, al 12-lea pas este o aruncare a monedei. Dacă oricare dintre cele trei echipe este eliminată în timpul oricăruia dintre pași, regulile de egalitate în trei părți nu se vor mai aplica și cele două echipe rămase vor începe la pasul unu din regulile de egalitate în două părți.

    Iată cei 12 pași pentru a rupe o egalitate între trei în NFL:

    1. Head-to-head (cel mai bun procentaj câștiguri-pierde-egalite în jocurile dintre cluburi).

    2. Cel mai bun procentaj de câștiguri, pierdute și egale în jocurile disputate în cadrul diviziei.

    3. Cel mai bun procentaj câștiguri-pierdute-egalite în jocurile comune.

    4. Cel mai bun procentaj de câștiguri, pierdute și egale în jocurile jucate în cadrul conferinței.

    5. Puterea victoriei în toate jocurile.

    6. Forța programului în toate jocurile.

    7. Cea mai bună clasare combinată între echipele conferinței în puncte marcate și puncte permise în toate jocurile.

    8. Cel mai bun clasament combinat dintre toate echipele în puncte marcate și puncte permise în toate jocurile.

    9. Cele mai bune puncte nete în jocurile comune.

    10. Cele mai bune puncte nete din toate jocurile.

    11. Cele mai bune atingeri pe net din toate jocurile.

    12. Aruncarea monedelor

    Pașii unu și doi din procedurile de departajare nu s-ar aplica, deoarece Eagles (NFC East) nu sunt în aceeași divizie cu Lions și Vikings (NFC North).

    Pasul nr. 3 se referă la jocurile pe care toate cele trei echipe le-au jucat împotriva aceluiași adversar. În 2024, Jacksonville Jaguars și Green Bay Packers sunt singurele echipe cu care s-au confruntat Eagles, Lions și Vikings. Începând cu 17 decembrie, toate cele trei echipe au câștigat fiecare meci pe care l-au jucat împotriva lui Jags și Packers.

    Asta ne duce la pasul nr. 4, jocuri de conferință. Începând cu 17 decembrie, Eagles au două înfrângeri în conferință (Săptămâna 2 împotriva Atlanta Falcons, Săptămâna 4 împotriva Tampa Bay Buccaneers). Vikingii au, de asemenea, două înfrângeri în conferință (Săptămâna 7 împotriva Detroit Lions, Săptămâna 8 împotriva Los Angeles Rams). Doar Lions au o înfrângere la conferință (Săptămâna 2 împotriva Tampa Bay Buccaneers), deoarece înfrângerea în Săptămâna 15 a fost în fața Buffalo Bills de la AFC North.

    Dacă sezonul s-ar fi încheiat chiar acum, acele pierderi din conferință ar determina capul de serie numărul 1 în NFC. Și Lions aveau să dețină departajarea față de Eagles și Vikings, făcându-i capul de serie numărul 1.

    Dar, cu trei jocuri rămase, singurul mod în care ar putea exista încă o egalitate între trei după Săptămâna 18 este dacă toate cele trei echipe pierd un singur meci. Vikingii și Leii se joacă între ei în Săptămâna 18, așa că doar una dintre acele echipe are șansa de a câștiga toate jocurile rămase. Dacă și Eagles vor câștiga, atunci ar exista o egalitate în două părți în vârful NFC. Dar dacă toate cele trei echipe merg cu 2-1 – adică câștigătorul Vikings-Lions ar trebui să piardă unul dintre celelalte două jocuri ale lor – atunci ar fi trei echipe cu 14-3 în vârful NFC.

  • Fosta vedetă din NFL îi sugerează pe Patrick Mahomes pe banca Chiefs pentru playoff după o accidentare la gleznă

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    Accidentarea la gleznă a lui Patrick Mahomes a venit într-un moment nepotrivit pentru șefii din Kansas City, în timp ce aceștia încep prima parte a sezonului 2024 spre playoff.

    Mahomes a suferit accidentarea împotriva lui Cleveland Browns duminică, la câteva zile după ce s-a plâns că trebuie să treacă prin trei jocuri într-o perioadă de 11 zile. Rețeaua NFL a raportat că a suferit o entorsă ușoară la glezna înaltă.

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    Patrick Mahomes a abordat

    Placul defensiv al echipei Cleveland Browns, Mike Hall Jr., numărul 51, și linebackerul Devin Bush, numărul 30, se îndreaptă spre fundașul Kansas City Chiefs Patrick Mahomes, numărul 15, în timpul celei de-a doua reprize la Huntington Bank Field, pe 15 decembrie 2024, în Cleveland. (Ken Blaze-Imagini)

    Matt Ryan, un fost MVP NFL care i-a condus pe Atlanta Falcons la o apariție la Super Bowl, a spus luni că Chiefs ar trebui să-l odihnească pe Mahomes până la playoff.

    “Dacă aș fi eu, l-aș așeza. Cred că este cel mai important să-l avem sănătos pentru playoff-ul, iar gleznele sunt dure”, a spus el la “CBS Sports HQ”. „Știu că a mai făcut-o în playoff, a cam jucat prin asta și a jucat foarte bine cu el, dar acestea sunt jocuri de playoff.

    „Mă uit la acest sezon regulat, ei au un avans de două meciuri în AFC, au aceste două jocuri consecutiv. playoff-urile, dar vom vedea care este gradul de accidentare și cum se vindecă de ea în următoarele două zile.

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    Patrick Mahomes pe margine

    Fundașul Kansas City Chiefs Patrick Mahomes, numărul 15, merge pe margine în timpul unui timeout din al patrulea trimestru împotriva lui Cleveland Browns la Huntington Bank Field, pe 15 decembrie 2024, în Cleveland. (Scott Galvin-Imagini Imagini)

    “Nu aș avea nicio reținere să-l odihnesc și să mă asigur că este sănătos. În opinia mea, trebuie să-l ai cât mai proaspăt posibil dacă vrei să alergi către al treilea Super Bowl”.

    Mahomes s-a confruntat cu leziuni la glezne în trecut.

    În 2023, a părăsit un joc de playoff împotriva Jacksonville Jaguars. El a jucat printr-o entorsă la glezna înaltă în Super Bowl LVII în timp ce Chiefs i-au învins pe Philadelphia Eagles.

    Patrick Mahomes a ajutat

    Placul defensiv al Cleveland Browns, Dalvin Tomlinson, numărul 94, îl ajută pe fundașul Kansas City Chiefs Patrick Mahomes, numărul 15, după un tackle în timpul celui de-al treilea trimestru la Huntington Bank Field pe 15 decembrie 2024 în Cleveland. (Scott Galvin-Imagini Imagini)

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    Nu este clar ce vor face șefii în acest moment. Ei au un meci sâmbătă împotriva Houston Texans și apoi pleacă pe drum în ziua de Crăciun pentru a juca cu Pittsburgh Steelers.

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  • Ce poziție va juca Hunter în NFL? Glazer dezvăluie un sondaj de la front office

    Ce poziție va juca Hunter în NFL? Glazer dezvăluie că sondajul de la front office a apărut inițial pe NBC Sports Boston

    Starul din Colorado, Travis Hunter, a câștigat Trofeul Heisman în weekendul trecut ca cel mai remarcabil jucător al fotbalului universitar și ocupă locul 1 în clasamentele multor potențiali înaintea draftului NFL 2025.

    Hunter este un jucător rar. El a jucat atât ca receptor lat, cât și fundaș de colț pentru Colorado. Hunter a prins 92 de pase pentru 1.152 de yarzi și 14 touchdown-uri ca un wideout, în timp ce a numărat 21 de tacleri solo, 11 rupturi de pase și patru interceptări ca fundaș de colț.

    A juca ambele părți ale mingii în NFL ar fi extrem de dificil. Deci, în ce poziție ar putea juca mai mult timp la profesioniști?

    Insiderul NFL al lui FOX Sports, Jay Glazer, a efectuat un sondaj pe 13 antrenori principali și directori generali și aproape toți au ajuns la aceeași concluzie.

    „A fost copleșitor de fundaș de colț”, a spus Glazer în emisiunea de la FOX Sports de duminică. „Singicul GM care l-ar pune la primire, motivul pentru care a fost abilitățile de minge de elită. Toți ceilalți au spus fundaș de colț. De ce? Abilități de minge de elită. Dar ei au spus că este atât de greu să găsești un fundaș de colț închis ca asta.

    „Cu toate acestea, au spus cu toții, deși l-am începe la cornerback, cu siguranță îi vom găsi pachete și jocuri pe partea ofensivă a mingii”.

    New England Patriots dețin în prezent alegerea nr. 3 în draftul 2025, după ce au pierdut duminică în fața Arizona Cardinals. Dacă primele două alegeri sunt fundași, Patrioții ar avea șansa să-l drafte pe Hunter pe locul 3 la general în prima rundă.

    Două dintre cele mai evidente nevoi ale echipei Patrioți în extrasezon vor fi primitorii și fundașul de colț. Ei trebuie să obțină un adevărat numărul 1 care poate fi o amenințare în afara numerelor și în adâncul câmpului. Găsirea unui alt fundaș de colț excelent pentru a-l pune în fața lui Christian Gonzalez ar trebui să fie și o prioritate. Hunter ar putea ocupa oricare dintre aceste roluri în New England.

    O mulțime de experți au proiectat că Hunter va merge la Patrioți pe locul 3 în ultimele schițe simulate, inclusiv Field Yates de la ESPN. Iată ce a scris despre Hunter și Patrioți în cea mai recentă schiță simulată publicată săptămâna trecută:

    „Cel mai electric jucător din clasă și cel mai bun prospect de pe tabla mea, Hunter oferă abilități de a face diferențe de ambele părți ale mingii. Are accelerații rare și trăsături de joc de vârf ca receptor, dar văd și acoperire de blocare. abilități — inclusiv abilități și instincte de elită cu mingea — ca fundaș de colț. Luați în considerare faptul că nu este doar al șaselea la primirea de yarzi (1.152) și al doilea la capturi de TD (14). în atac, dar are și patru interceptări și 10 rupturi de pase în apărare.

    „Patrioții au o nevoie semnificativă de tackle stânga, așa că țintirea pe cineva precum Kelvin Banks Jr. din Texas este cel puțin o conversație. Dar odată ce luați în considerare găurile de la receptor și locul din colțul opus lui Christian Gonzalez, Hunter este prea bun pentru a trece. Sus.”

    Receptorul larg și placajul stâng sunt cele mai proeminente două poziții discutate adesea atunci când se analizează ce ar trebui să facă Patrioții în primul tur al draftului 2025. Aceste poziții sunt extrem de importante, dar având în vedere performanța slabă a apărării Patrioților în tot sezonul și mai ales în ultimele patru jocuri, ar putea fi cel mai logic ca New England să vizeze o potențială vedetă defensivă precum Hunter în runda 1.

  • Legendele Vikingilor Cris Carter și Jake Reed conduc tributurile lui Randy Moss după ce fostul star NFL a dezvăluit diagnosticul de cancer

    Randy Moss a fost în mintea unor colegi din Minnesota Vikings luni seară, după ce fostul superstar NFL a anunțat că a fost diagnosticat cu cancer săptămâna trecută.

    Cris Carter, membru al Hall of Fame al fotbalului profesionist, și fostul star Vikings, Jake Reed, au intrat pe teren ținând în picioare un tricou Moss.

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    Jake Reed și Cris Carter

    Foștii jucători ai Minnesota Vikings, Jake Reed, stânga, și Cris Carter poartă un tricou pentru fostul primitor Vikings Randy Moss înaintea unui meci de fotbal NFL împotriva Chicago Bears, luni, 16 decembrie 2024, la Minneapolis. (AP Foto/Bruce Kluckhohn)

    „Să facem cancerul Moss”, a spus crainic de la US Bank Stadium.

    Cei doi jucători au ridicat tricoul în timp ce oficialii conduceau tragerea de monede cu căpitanii fiecărei echipe la mijlocul terenului.

    În primul sfert, starul Vikings Justin Jefferson a prins o pasă de touchdown a lui Sam Darnold. S-a uitat în cameră și a strigat: „Te iubim, Randy! Asta a fost pentru tine”.

    Moss a spus vineri că este un „supraviețuitor al cancerului” și a adăugat că a petrecut șase zile în spital și a fost operat. El a mulțumit echipei sale de medici și tuturor celor care s-au rugat pentru el.

    „Sunt un supraviețuitor de cancer”, a spus Moss. „Unele momente de încercare, dar am reușit”.

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    Justin Jefferson se încălzește

    16 decembrie 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, SUA; Receptorul de la Minnesota Vikings Justin Jefferson (18) se încălzește înainte de meciul împotriva lui Chicago Bears de la US Bank Stadium. (Brad Rempel-Imagini Imagini)

    Moss a spus că medicii i-au găsit cancer în căile biliare „chiar între pancreas și ficat”.

    „Nu credeam că voi fi vreodată în această poziție, atât de sănătos pe cât credeam că sunt”.

    Moss a renunțat la rolul său de analist la „Sunday NFL Countdown” de la ESPN la începutul acestei luni.

    „De îndată ce voi fi sănătos să mă întorc cu băieții, voi fi pe platoul de filmare… Sper că voi putea fi cu voi în curând”, a spus Moss.

    „Scopul meu este să revin la televizor cu echipa mea”.

    Moss, în vârstă de 47 de ani, a fost inclus în Hall of Fame în 2018, după ce a jucat 14 sezoane cu Vikings (1998-2004, 2010), Oakland Raiders (2005-06), New England Patriots (2007-10), Tennessee Titans (2010) și San Francisco 49ers (2012).

    Randy Moss se uită

    17 ianuarie 2022; Inglewood, California, SUA; Randy Moss la ESPN Monday Night Countdown a avut loc înaintea unui meci de fotbal din playoff NFC Wild Card dintre Los Angeles Rams și Arizona Cardinals pe stadionul SoFi. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)

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    Moss este al doilea în istoria NFL cu 156 de capturi de touchdown și a avut un record NFL de 23 de recepții de touchdown în 2007 pentru Patriots.

    Jackson Thompson de la Fox News a contribuit la acest raport.

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  • NFL Week 16 Power Rankings: Buccaneers getting hot at the right time; Lions fall to fourth after loss to Bills

    There is a team lurking in the NFC that nobody will want to play come playoff time.

    It’s the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

    I thought the Bucs could be a playoff team this season. In fact, I picked them to win the NFC South. But after watching them do what they did to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, I am even more impressed by what they are as a team.

    After falling behind, 17-10, in the second quarter, looking like a team that would flounder on the road, the Bucs scored 30 unanswered points in the second half on their way to a 40-17 blowout.

    The Bucs had 505 total yards, 222 on the ground, and Baker Mayfield threw four touchdown passes against the league’s top-ranked scoring defense. The Tampa Bay defense harassed Justin Herbert all day long and limited him to 195 yards with two touchdowns and one interception. In the second half, he couldn’t do much of anything.

    The Bucs are now 8-6 heading to the final three games, leading the NFC South. Mayfield is a big reason why. He has 32 passing touchdowns, the most of his career. He threw two to Mike Evans on Sunday, both on big plays for the veteran receiver. When you combine a tough, bruising running attack with Mayfield’s right arm, the offense is tough to stop.

    The defense has had injury issues all season, but getting their corners healthy and getting defensive lineman Calijah Kancey going has been big for that unit. The starting safeties are still out, but the backups held up against Herbert.

    Tampa Bay is up to 12th in my Power Rankings this week. It closes the season with a road game at Dallas this week, followed by home games against the Carolina Panthers and New Orleans Saints. Those teams have a combined record of 14-28, which means the Bucs have a real shot to run the table.

    If they do, they’ll win the NFC South, clinch the third or fourth seed in the playoffs and play a home game. Like I said, nobody will want to play this team in the postseason. They can score on anybody and when the defense is healthy, that unit can be really good — a great mix of young and old on that side of the ball.

    Tampa Bay showed last year it could win with Mayfield and gang in the playoffs. Now they are seasoned some, which should make them even more dangerous this time around. That’s why they have to be considered a team that can go on a run in the playoffs and seem to be getting hot at just the right time.

    Biggest Movers

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    Rcrd

    1


    Chiefs

    		 They are back in the top spot with the Detroit Lions losing. The injury to Patrick Mahomes could impact whether they get the top seed in the AFC, especially with three games in 10 days. 1 13-1-0

    2


    Eagles

    		 They keep on rolling in the NFC East, and the passing game came alive against the Steelers. But they do face a tough game on the road against the Commanders this week. 1 12-2-0

    3


    Bills

    		 Winning at Detroit against the Lions was a big statement game. The past two weeks have showed that to beat this team, you might need to score 40 or more. Josh Allen is the MVP right now. 2 11-3-0

    4


    Lions

    		 The defense just isn’t good enough. That could be the undoing for this dynamic offensive-led team. The loss to the Bills exposed that defense, and now they have more injury losses with defensive tackle Alim McNeill and corner Carlton Davis. It’s a shame. 3 12-2-0

    5


    Vikings

    		 It was a little disjointed against the Bears, but they just keep on winning. They face a tough road game at Seattle this week as they eye the potential division title. 1 12-2-0

    6


    Packers

    		 They showed a physical brand of football in beating up on the Seahawks on Sunday night. This team is a real threat in the NFC. 1 10-4-0

    7


    Steelers

    		 The offense was lifeless in the loss to the Eagles. That opens up new questions about Russell Wilson as they head to Baltimore to play the Ravens. 1 10-4-0

    8


    Ravens

    		 They came out of their bye with an impressive beatdown of the Giants. Now comes a monster divisional game with the Steelers. — 9-5-0

    9


    Broncos

    		 Bo Nix had a rough outing against the Colts, but they still found a way to win a game where he didn’t play well. The defense makes a lot of big plays. 2 9-5-0

    10


    Commanders

    		 They looked dominant for much of the game against the Saints, but wilted late and made it a close game. They can’t do that this week against the Eagles or they will pay. 2 9-5-0

    11


    Rams

    		 They now lead the NFC West, which is amazing. Sean McVay deserves a ton of credit for getting this team to this position. 2 8-6-0

    12


    Buccaneers

    		 As they get healthier, they get better. Baker Mayfield is having his best season yet. 2 8-6-0

    13


    Chargers

    		 That was a horrible showing against the Bucs. They have lost two straight and now face a big Thursday game on the road against the Broncos. 4 8-6-0

    14


    Texans

    		 They have clinched the AFC South, but the next three weeks have to be about getting right for the playoffs. It’s still not like we expected so far for their offense. 1 9-5-0

    15


    Seahawks

    		 They got pushed around by the Packers and now face a tough final three games with Geno Smith banged up. Their playoff chances don’t look great. 5 8-6-0

    16


    Cardinals

    		 They impressed in beating up on the Patriots to keep their playoff hopes alive. Kyler Murray bounced back after a few tough games. 1 7-7-0

    17


    Colts

    		 The Jonathan Taylor mistake of dropping the ball as he went into the end zone could end up costing them a chance to make the playoffs. What a horrible play that turned a victory into a loss against the Broncos. 1 6-8-0

    18


    Bengals

    		 It’s a shame they probably won’t make the playoffs because the offense is dynamic. Joe Burrow has been MVP good all year. 2 6-8-0

    19


    Dolphins

    		 They are basically done now after losing to the Texans. Tua Tagovailoa had a rough day on a stage where they needed him to be better. 1 6-8-0

    20


    49ers

    		 Brock Purdy came up small in a big game against the Rams. They have an outside shot at the playoffs, but they can’t afford another loss. 1 6-8-0

    21


    Falcons

    		 They stayed alive in the division race by beating the Raiders on Monday night, but it sure wasn’t pretty. Kirk Cousins still doesn’t look right. — 7-7-0

    22


    Cowboys

    		 They showed some fight in beating up on the Panthers. The defense played really well as Dallas’ slim playoff hopes remain alive. 4 6-8-0

    23


    Bears

    		 This season continues to spiral downward. The offense just isn’t very good right now, and it’s time to start looking to 2025 and a new coach. 1 4-10-0

    24


    Browns

    		 Jameis Winston still makes way too many mistakes, which is why he was benched against the Chiefs. They have quarterback issues heading into next season. — 3-11-0

    25


    Saints

    		 A season that started with so much hope is ending on a downer. They have a challenging offseason for whoever is coaching this group. 2 5-9-0

    26


    Panthers

    		 So much for the strides Bryce Young was making playing quarterback. He wasn’t good in the loss to the Cowboys. 1 3-11-0

    27


    Jets

    		 Aaron Rodgers to Davante Adams was the difference in beating the Jaguars last week. It’s a bit of a tease for Jets fans since they expected to see so much more of that. 3 4-10-0

    28


    Jaguars

    		 They have a star in receiver Brian Thomas Jr., which is good for the future. He is going to be special for whoever coaches this team and for Trevor Lawrence. 1 3-11-0

    29


    Titans

    		 Will Levis could be done as their starter. It just didn’t work. They need to get a quarterback in the offseason. 1 3-11-0

    30


    Patriots

    		 Drake Maye didn’t do much in the Pats’ loss to the Cardinals. They need to loosen things up a bit and let him throw it around in the final three games. 1 3-11-0

    31


    Giants

    		 Things are so bad that it’s hard to imagine there won’t be changes — big changes. Can Brian Daboll keep his job? — 2-12-0

    32


    Raiders

    		 With Desmond Ridder at quarterback, they have no chance. They are on their way to getting their quarterback in the draft next April. — 2-12-0

  • Legenda NFL Mike Vick a fost prins în zvonuri de antrenori de fotbal la colegiu

    Bill Belichick a șocat deja lumea fotbalului universitar acceptând postul de antrenor principal al lui Tar Heels din Carolina de Nord și au existat rapoarte despre o altă angajare șocantă la orizont.

    Cu toate acestea, spre deosebire de situația lui Belichick, există unele rapoarte contradictorii.

    Vick a avut discuții cu Sacramento State pentru a deveni următorul lor antrenor principal, a informat ESPN luni.

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    Michael Vick se uită

    Michael Vick la Fox Sports Ziua presei de la Phoenix Convention Center. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)

    Hornets fac mișcări în timp ce se îndreaptă către FBS anul viitor, având în același timp peste 50 de milioane de dolari în resurse NIL și construiesc un nou stadion și pentru echipa de fotbal, potrivit ESPN.

    Vick a mai spus pentru The Virginian-Pilot că a avut conversații despre posibilitatea obținerii unui loc de muncă în statul Norfolk.

    „Știu să conduc și știu ce este nevoie”, a spus el pentru The Virginian-Pilot.

    BILL BELICHICK EXPLICĂ DE CE RECRUTAREA PENTRU UNC ARE UN SIMPAT „FOARTE ASEMĂNĂTOR” NFL: „E EXCITANT”

    Sacramento Bee, totuși, a raportat că Vick nu a fost candidat pentru postul de stat din Sacramento, citând un „membru al departamentului de atletism al școlii”, care a spus că raportul ESPN este un zvon.

    Președintele statului Sacramento, Luke Wood, a lansat o declarație către ESPN despre zvonul Vick.

    Michael Vick vorbește cu Roger Goodell

    Comisarul NFL Roger Goodell (R) discută cu fostul jucător Michael Vick (L) înainte de un meci dintre Philadelphia Eagles și Minnesota Vikings la Lincoln Financial Field. (Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports)

    „El și-a exprimat interesul pentru poziție și da, m-am întâlnit cu el în legătură cu interesul lui pentru fotbalul din Sac State și ascensiunea noastră atletică. După cum vă puteți imagina, având în vedere succesul programelor noastre atletice, postul nostru de antrenor principal de fotbal este unul atractiv. rol”, a spus Wood.

    Dacă Vick ar accepta o slujbă de antrenor principal, ar fi prima lui de la retragerea din NFL. El a lucrat ca analist NFL la Fox Sports după ce s-a retras.

    Vick a petrecut aproape doi ani de închisoare după ce a pledat vinovat pentru finanțarea unei operațiuni de luptă de câini, forțându-l să rateze sezoanele 2006 și 2007.

    Vick a trebuit să-și dezactiveze imaginea, iar NFL i-a permis în cele din urmă să joace cu Philadelphia Eagles, unde a petrecut cinci sezoane după ce a fost eliberat din închisoare în 2009. El va petrece scurte perioade cu New York Jets și Pittsburgh Steelers înainte de a se retrage în 2015. .

    Michael Vick se uită pe teren

    Fostul fundaș NFL Michael Vick participă la Jocurile Pro Bowl de pe stadionul Allegiant. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)

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    Statul Sacramento speră la un sezon mai bun în 2025, deoarece au terminat cu 3-9 sezonul în Big Sky.

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    Scott Thompson este un scriitor sportiv pentru Fox News Digital.