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Tyreek Hill makes key TD catch, and the Dolphins hold off the Rams 23-15 to snap their 3-game skid
Read full article: Tyreek Hill makes key TD catch, and the Dolphins hold off the Rams 23-15 to snap their 3-game skidThe Miami Dolphins snapped their three-game losing streak with a gritty 23-15 victory over the Los Angeles Rams.
Garrett Wilson makes eye-popping TD catch, Jets beat Texans 21-13 to snap 5-game skid
Read full article: Garrett Wilson makes eye-popping TD catch, Jets beat Texans 21-13 to snap 5-game skidGarrett Wilson made a dazzling one-handed 26-yard go-ahead touchdown catch early in the fourth quarter and the New York Jets snapped a five-game losing streak by beating the Houston Texans 21-13.
Dolphins RB De'Von Achane clears concussion protocol and hopes to play vs. Colts
Read full article: Dolphins RB De'Von Achane clears concussion protocol and hopes to play vs. ColtsDolphins running back De’Von Achane said he has cleared concussion protocol and is hoping to play against the Indianapolis Colts.
Odell Beckham Jr. will make his Dolphins debut vs. Patriots after being activated from PUP
Read full article: Odell Beckham Jr. will make his Dolphins debut vs. Patriots after being activated from PUPThe Miami Dolphins have activated Odell Beckham Jr. from the physically unable to perform list, clearing the way for the veteran receiver to make his season debut Sunday at New England.
Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, Saquon Barkley are among the star players set to test NFL free agency
Read full article: Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, Saquon Barkley are among the star players set to test NFL free agencyKirk Cousins will be a free agent for the first time since the Vikings gave him the first fully-guaranteed quarterback deal in the NFL.
Zay Flowers catches and runs for TDs, Ravens force 4 turnovers in 20-10 win over Chargers
Read full article: Zay Flowers catches and runs for TDs, Ravens force 4 turnovers in 20-10 win over ChargersRookie Zay Flowers had a touchdown catch and ran for a game-sealing score late in the fourth quarter, Baltimore’s defense forced four turnovers, and the AFC-best Ravens beat the Los Angeles Chargers 20-10.
Ravens rout Seahawks 37-3 behind defense and Keaton Mitchell's big day
Read full article: Ravens rout Seahawks 37-3 behind defense and Keaton Mitchell's big dayKeaton Mitchell ran for 138 yards and his first NFL touchdown, Odell Beckham Jr. scored for the first time since the Super Bowl two seasons ago and the Baltimore Ravens routed another first-place team in beating the Seattle Seahawks 37-3.
Pro Picks: Mahomes, Chiefs up for a tough task vs. Lions
Read full article: Pro Picks: Mahomes, Chiefs up for a tough task vs. LionsThe Kansas City Chiefs will have Patrick Mahomes under center after they raise their championship banner and embark on a quest to become the first team to repeat in nearly two decades.
Odell Beckham Jr. suits up for first time in 16 months as Ravens begin minicamp
Read full article: Odell Beckham Jr. suits up for first time in 16 months as Ravens begin minicampFor the first time in 16 months, Odell Beckham Jr. participated in a live practice Tuesday as the Baltimore Ravens opened mandatory minicamp.
Cowboys score 33 points in 4th quarter, rout Colts 54-19
Read full article: Cowboys score 33 points in 4th quarter, rout Colts 54-19Malik Hooker returned a fumble 38 yards for a touchdown against his former team in a 33-point fourth quarter for Dallas, propelling the Cowboys to a 54-19 rout of the Indianapolis Colts.
NFL free agent Odell Beckham Jr. taken off plane in Miami
Read full article: NFL free agent Odell Beckham Jr. taken off plane in MiamiAuthorities say NFL free agent Odell Beckham Jr. was removed from an aircraft before takeoff at Miami International Airport after failing to respond to requests to buckle his seatbelt and appearing to be unconscious.
Buffalo Bills blow out champion Rams 31-10 in season opener
Read full article: Buffalo Bills blow out champion Rams 31-10 in season openerJosh Allen passed for 297 yards while accounting for four touchdowns as the Buffalo Bills stamped themselves as a clear contender for the Rams’ Super Bowl crown with a 31-10 victory over Los Angeles.
Waiting game: Watson, Browns open camp as NFL ruling looms
Read full article: Waiting game: Watson, Browns open camp as NFL ruling loomsCleveland quarterback Deshaun Watson practiced on Day 1 of training camp as the Browns began preparing for the upcoming season still not knowing if he will be suspended by the NFL for violating its personal conduct policy.
Stafford, Donald lead Rams to 30-23 win over Cardinals
Read full article: Stafford, Donald lead Rams to 30-23 win over CardinalsMatthew Stafford threw for 287 yards and three touchdowns, Cooper Kupp and Odell Beckham Jr. each caught a touchdown pass and the Los Angeles Rams held on for a 30-23 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
Toe injury can't stop Rodgers as Packers defeat Rams 36-28
Read full article: Toe injury can't stop Rodgers as Packers defeat Rams 36-28Aaron Rodgers withstood pain from a toe injury, threw two touchdown passes and also ran for a score in the Green Bay Packers’ 36-28 victory over the Los Angeles Rams.
49ers win 1st home game in more than a year, 31-10 over Rams
Read full article: 49ers win 1st home game in more than a year, 31-10 over RamsJimmy Garoppolo threw two touchdown passes, Jimmie Ward returned one of his two first-quarter interceptions for another score and the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams 31-10 for their first home win in more than a year.
Prescott, Burrow among NFL's top comeback candidates in 2021
Read full article: Prescott, Burrow among NFL's top comeback candidates in 2021Dak Prescott and Joe Burrow are the top contenders for the NFL's Comeback Player of the Year honors after bouncing back from injuries that ended their 2020 seasons early.
Browns close chaotic week by dumping Burrow, Bengals 41-16
Read full article: Browns close chaotic week by dumping Burrow, Bengals 41-16Baker Mayfield threw two touchdown passes, Nick Chubb ran for 137 yards and the Cleveland Browns capped a chaotic week by smashing Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals 41-16.
Down and out: Receiver Odell Beckham Jr. released by Browns
Read full article: Down and out: Receiver Odell Beckham Jr. released by BrownsOdell Beckham Jr. is being released by the Cleveland Browns, who are cutting ties with the polarizing star wide receiver and have officially ended his drama-filled stay with the team.
AP source: Browns excuse Beckham for 2nd straight day
Read full article: AP source: Browns excuse Beckham for 2nd straight dayA person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press that Odell Beckham Jr. has been excused from practice for the second straight day as the Cleveland Browns figure out their next move with the wide receiver.
White steps in, leads Jets to wild 34-31 win over Bengals
Read full article: White steps in, leads Jets to wild 34-31 win over BengalsMike White threw for 405 yards and three touchdowns in his first NFL start, caught a 2-point conversion pass on the go-ahead score and had the fans chanting his name while leading the New York Jets to a wild 34-31 comeback victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.
Keenum, 3rd-string back Johnson lead Browns past Broncos
Read full article: Keenum, 3rd-string back Johnson lead Browns past BroncosCase Keenum stepped in for Baker Mayfield and made the most of his first start in two years, leading Cleveland’s injury-ravaged offense and the Browns to a 17-14 win over the Denver Broncos.
Browns' Mayfield out with shoulder injury, Keenum starting
Read full article: Browns' Mayfield out with shoulder injury, Keenum startingCleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield will sit out Thursday’s game against the Denver Broncos with a painful left shoulder injury and backup Case Keenum will start.
The Latest: Diggs gets INT in 6th straight game
Read full article: The Latest: Diggs gets INT in 6th straight gameTrevon Diggs intercepted New England’s Mac Jones and returned it 42 yards for a touchdown late in the fourth quarter to tie the NFL record of six straight games with at least one pick to start a season.
AP source: Browns' Mayfield has torn labrum in left shoulder
Read full article: AP source: Browns' Mayfield has torn labrum in left shoulderA person familiar with the injury tells The Associated Press that Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield has been playing with a torn labrum in his left shoulder that won't require surgery at this time.
Garrett, Browns rough up rookie QB Fields, slam Bears 26-6
Read full article: Garrett, Browns rough up rookie QB Fields, slam Bears 26-6Myles Garrett made a franchise record 4 1/2 sacks on Justin Fields and Cleveland brought down Chicago’s rookie quarterback nine times while harassing him throughout his first NFL start as the Browns thumped the Bears 26-6.
Chiefs All-Pro safety Mathieu out of COVID-19 protocol
Read full article: Chiefs All-Pro safety Mathieu out of COVID-19 protocolChiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu was added to the active roster from the COVID-19 list on Saturday, and the three-time All-Pro was listed as questionable for Kansas City’s regular-season opener against the Cleveland Browns.
Cam Newton headlines list of NFL players released
Read full article: Cam Newton headlines list of NFL players releasedCam Newton followed Mac Jones along the sideline, holding his right hand up, waiting for the rookie quarterback to slap it after the No. 15 overall pick threw a touchdown in a preseason game Sunday night.
NFL faces playbook full of questions as training camps open
Read full article: NFL faces playbook full of questions as training camps openFrom players getting COVID-19 vaccinations to relaxed coronavirus protocols to lineup issues, particularly at quarterback, the NFL faces a multitude of questions as training camps open.
Mayfield, Browns move closer to playoffs, top Giants 20-6
Read full article: Mayfield, Browns move closer to playoffs, top Giants 20-6Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) celebrates with teammate Austin Hooper (81) after they connect for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – Baker Mayfield led two 95-yard touchdown drives and the Cleveland Browns moved closer to ending their 17-year playoff drought with a 20-6 victory over the New York Giants on Sunday night. Mayfield was sharp all night, helping the Browns (10-4) bounce back from a 47-42 loss to Baltimore last Monday night. The win got the Browns closer to clinching their first playoff spot since 2002, the NFL’s longest drought. New York's opening drive stalled at the 8 after McCoy's throw to Evan Engram fell incomplete in the end zone. It could've worked, too: Kicker Graham Gano was wide open in the end zone.
Browns' Landry calls Ravens CB Peters 'coward' for spitting
Read full article: Browns' Landry calls Ravens CB Peters 'coward' for spittingBrowns wide receiver Jarvis Landry called Ravens cornerback Marcus Peters a coward for appearing to spit at him during Monday night's, Dec. 14 game. A video taken from the national TV broadcast shows Peters spitting in Landry's direction at the end of the first quarter. (AP Photo)CLEVELAND – Days after their hard-hitting game, the Ravens and Browns are still bashing each other. Cleveland wide receiver Jarvis Landry on Thursday called Baltimore cornerback Marcus Peters “a coward” for appearing to spit at him during Monday night's game. Landry was asked if he would welcome a third game between the Browns and Ravens this season — in the playoffs.
LSU self-imposes bowl ban for current season amid NCAA probe
Read full article: LSU self-imposes bowl ban for current season amid NCAA probeLSU head coach Ed Orgeron leads his team on the field before an NCAA college football game against Alabama in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. – LSU is self-imposing a one-year ban on postseason play for this season as part an effort to cooperate with an NCAA probe into rules violations. “I share the disappointment of our student-athletes who will not be able to compete this season in a bowl game. Beckham was recorded on video handing out cash to LSU football players during on-field celebrations immediately after a 42-25 victory over Clemson in last season's national championship game in the Superdome. "LSU will continue to cooperate with the NCAA and IARP throughout the enforcement process.”___For more AP college football coverage: https://apnews.com/tag/collegefootball and https://twitter.com/AP_Top25
Giants, Vikings shed slow starts, move into playoff position
Read full article: Giants, Vikings shed slow starts, move into playoff positionThe New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings are in position to pull off remarkable turnarounds. One of the other teams that started 0-5 this season shares a stadium with the Giants but hasn’t pulled off an in-season turnaround. Jefferson, a first-round pick, had nine catches for 121 yards last week to reach 1,039 yards receiving on the season. With 11 TD runs this season, Newton has reached double-digits in three seasons (14 in 2011 and 10 in 2015). It was the first time since Brady Quinn in 2009 that a quarterback won consecutive starts despite throwing for fewer than 100 yards.
Vikings outlast error-prone Jags 27-24 on Bailey's OT kick
Read full article: Vikings outlast error-prone Jags 27-24 on Bailey's OT kickMinnesota Vikings place kicker Dan Bailey (5) celebrates with teammates after kicking a 23-yard field goal during overtime in an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Minneapolis. The Cowboys, Panthers and Jaguars (1-11), who lost their 11th straight game, are a combined 8-27. Chase McLaughlin even had a chance to win it with a 62-yard field goal at the end of the fourth quarter that fell short. FOUR FIGURESJefferson joined Pro Football Hall of Fame member Randy Moss (1998) as the only rookies in Vikings history to reach 1,000 receiving yards. Vikings: CB Jeff Gladney (calf) and TE Brandon Dillon (ankle) each left the game.
Browns' Garrett said COVID 'kicked my butt, now I'm back'
Read full article: Browns' Garrett said COVID 'kicked my butt, now I'm back'CLEVELAND – Myles Garrett pushes, shoves and fights 300-pound offensive linemen on a nearly daily basis for a living. “Kicked my butt,” the Browns star said Friday. As his sickness dragged on, he grew concerned about heart problems, which can occur in some COVID patients. "I’m feeling as normal as I’m going to. So I’m treating it as if I’m picking up right where I left off.
Browns' Garrett home sick, team places 3 more on COVID list
Read full article: Browns' Garrett home sick, team places 3 more on COVID listCleveland Browns offensive tackle Jack Conklin (78) plays against the Houston Texans during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Cleveland. The team also placed dependable long snapper Charley Hughlett on the growing list. Stefanski said Garrett has not tested positive. The NFL created the COVID list for players who either tested positive or have had close contact with an infected person or persons. They also put quarterback Baker Mayfield on the COVID list for a few days after he had contact with a staffer who tested positive.
From season-altering to bizarre, injuries hit NFL yet again
Read full article: From season-altering to bizarre, injuries hit NFL yet againFrom the season-altering (Dak Prescott, Barkley) to the bizarre (Tyrod Taylor, Trent Brown), injuries are playing their traditionally significant role in the NFL. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)ARLINGTON, Texas – From the season-altering to the bizarre, injuries are playing their traditionally significant role in the NFL. Brown also recently went back on the COVID-19 list, a newcomer among potential ailments with the NFL playing during a pandemic. Few teams have had the volume of injuries that have hit defending NFC champion San Francisco. New Orleans' star receiver, Michael Thomas, has had a tumultuous season in part because of ankle and hamstring injuries.
Browns place QB Baker Mayfield on COVID-19 list during bye
Read full article: Browns place QB Baker Mayfield on COVID-19 list during byeCleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield throws before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)CLEVELAND – The Cleveland Browns didn't escape the bye week completely unscathed. Quarterback Baker Mayfield was placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list Sunday after a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus. As long as he doesn't test positive, Mayfield could be allowed to return to practice as early as Wednesday. The Browns (5-3) reached their bye still in the playoff picture and one win shy of matching their total from 2019.
Carr, Raiders overcome windy, wintry weather to down Browns
Read full article: Carr, Raiders overcome windy, wintry weather to down BrownsLas Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr celebrates after the Raiders defeated the Cleveland Browns 16-6 in an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)CLEVELAND – Derek Carr had no idea where his passes were going or what the weather was doing. The wind, who knows what it was?”But the winter-like weather didn't stop Carr or the Raiders. After that, it was tough.”Using running back Josh Jacobs and a short passing game, Carr controlled the clock in the second half and kept the ball away from the Browns (5-3). The Raiders appeared to take the lead in the second quarter when Carr connected with Henry Ruggs III in the back right corner of the end zone.
Beckham's season over, Browns star WR tears knee ligament
Read full article: Beckham's season over, Browns star WR tears knee ligamentCleveland Browns' Odell Beckham Jr. (13) is examined during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Cincinnati. Browns star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will miss the rest of the season after tearing a knee ligament during Sunday's 37-34 win at Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)CLEVELAND – Odell Beckham Jr. was in a much better place emotionally and physically. The star receiver's second season with Cleveland ended on Monday after an MRI confirmed he sustained a torn left knee ligament in the opening minutes of Sunday's 37-34 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. He had 23 catches for 319 yards and three touchdowns this season and scored on a 50-yard touchdown run.
Browns' Beckham, Washington's Collins leave with injuries
Read full article: Browns' Beckham, Washington's Collins leave with injuries(AP Photo/Michael Conroy)Cleveland receiver Odell Beckham and Washington safety Landon Collins will have more tests Monday to determine the extent of what could be season-ending injuries. Beckham injured his left knee while attempting to make a tackle after Baker Mayfield threw an interception on the team's opening pass play. Collins injured his left ankle/Achilles tendon in noncontact fashion early in the second quarter. Phillips was carted off the field early in the second quarter. — Carolina left tackle Russell Okung (calf) left in the second half against New Orleans and did not return.
Hurting Mayfield, Browns score late, outduel Bengals 37-34
Read full article: Hurting Mayfield, Browns score late, outduel Bengals 37-34Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) talks with wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones after Peoples-Jones' touchdown reception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston)CINCINNATI – Baker Mayfield overcame a terrible start to throw for five touchdowns, including a 24-yard go-ahead score to Donovan Peoples-Jones with 15 seconds left, and the Cleveland Browns outdueled the Cincinnati Bengals 37-34 on Sunday. Nursing sore ribs, Mayfield started 0 for 5 — including an interception on his first attempt of the game. Rashard Higgins had six catches for 110 yards, and tight end Harrison Bryant had two touchdown catches. MISSING PIECESThe Bengals had lost Mixon (foot) and cornerback William Jackson III (concussion) to injuries during the week.
The Latest: Seahawks lead Cardinals 27-17 at halftime
Read full article: The Latest: Seahawks lead Cardinals 27-17 at halftime___10:09 p.mArizona Cardinals linebacker Isaiah Irving has been carted off the field after a collision on a kickoff just before halftime against the Seattle Seahawks. Jacksonville rallied from a 16-0 deficit and took the lead, but the Jaguars have been blanked in the fourth quarter. ___7:10 p.m.Tom Brady moved one touchdown pass ahead of Drew Brees for the career lead. Mayfield threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Harrison Bryant to even the score in the second quarter. New York leads 3-0.
Undefeated Titans getting healthy after COVID-19 outbreak
Read full article: Undefeated Titans getting healthy after COVID-19 outbreakThe undefeated Titans are healing up from the NFL’s first COVID-19 outbreak. DeCastro will miss his third game of the season after sustaining an abdominal injury last week against Philadelphia. Johnson, Pittsburgh’s second-leading receiver, is out because of a back injury suffered on a punt return last week. Cincinnati also will be missing starting defensive tackle D.J. Eagles: RT Lane Johnson, WR DeSean Jackson, WR Alshon Jeffery, CB Avonte Maddox, S Marcus Epps, LB Duke Riley, QB Nate Sudfeld.
The Latest: Brady, Bucs roll to win, give Packers first loss
Read full article: The Latest: Brady, Bucs roll to win, give Packers first lossBrady threw for 166 yards and two touchdowns, including one to Gronkowski, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers rolled to a 38-10 win over the previously undefeated Green Bay Packers. Brady hit Rob Gronkowski for a 12-yard touchdown with 1:02 left in the second quarter to cap the rally. It's been a tough afternoon so far for Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The Dolphins had a 21-0 halftime lead after Ryan Fitzpatrick threw for 147 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. Board has movement in his limbs after suffering a concussion and neck injury in the team's win over Washington.
Beckham tests negative, cleared to rejoin Browns for game
Read full article: Beckham tests negative, cleared to rejoin Browns for gameCLEVELAND – Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. had his second negative COVID-19 test in 24 hours, clearing him to rejoin his teammates and play in Sunday's game at Pittsburgh. Beckham was kept away from Cleveland's facility and didn't practice for two days after feeling ill on Thursday and being sent home. In keeping with NFL coronavirus protocol, he had to twice test negative before being allowed back. The Browns listed Beckham as questionable to face the unbeaten Steelers (4-0) at Heinz Field. Beckham has had a strong start in his second season with the Browns, who acquired the star in a blockbuster trade with the New York Giants.
Patriots place 3 more on COVID-IR but Broncos game still on
Read full article: Patriots place 3 more on COVID-IR but Broncos game still onThe Patriots went back to work Saturday, Oct. 17, one day after a fifth player on the team tested positive for COVID-19 and one day before their twice-postponed game against the Denver Broncos. The Broncos had COVID-19 news of their own Saturday: Running backs coach Curtis Modkins has tested positive and won’t make the trip to New England. Elsewhere, the Jacksonville Jaguars said that a practice-squad player tested positive. The Jaguars also placed defensive end Josh Mauro on the regular COVID-19 list. The Falcons had to shut their facility Thursday but reopened Friday after one nonplayer tested positive.
Patriots cancel practice after 5th player tests positive
Read full article: Patriots cancel practice after 5th player tests positiveThe Patriots canceled practice Friday and later placed center James Ferentz on the reserve/COVID-19 list. He became the fifth player on the team to test positive for the virus. Newton missed New England’s loss at Kansas City on Oct. 5 after his Oct. 2 positive test. Rookie defensive tackle Marlon Davidson was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday and a second person, who is not a player, subsequently tested positive. The Panthers have guard/center Tyler Larsen on the reserve/COVID-19 list, five days after he played against Atlanta.
Browns send "ill" Beckham home, QB Mayfield feeling better
Read full article: Browns send "ill" Beckham home, QB Mayfield feeling betterCleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (13) rushes during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Cleveland. He took another test before leaving the team's facility and the Browns will find out those results Friday. Along with Mayfield and Beckham, safeties Ronnie Harrison (concussion) and Karl Joseph (hamstring) are both uncertain for Sunday. As for Mayfield, Stefanski said his quarterback has improved and was able to throw some passes on Wednesday. But he is progressing.”On Wednesday, Steelers defensive tackle Cam Heyward made it clear that he's got Mayfield in his sights.
Mayfield, Garrett right at home as Browns beat Cowboys 49-38
Read full article: Mayfield, Garrett right at home as Browns beat Cowboys 49-38Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) celebrates on the field after their 49-38 win against the Dallas Cowboys in an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020. Mayfield threw for two touchdowns, including one set up when Garrett had a strip sack in a third straight game, and Beckham scored three times and the Cleveland Browns held on to beat the Dallas Cowboys 49-38 on Sunday. Dallas is the first team since Oakland in 2012 to allow at least 38 points in three straight games in the same season. Cowboys: C Joe Looney injured his right knee on the first offensive play of the game and didn't return. Cowboys: New York Giants in second of three straight home games next Sunday.
Mayfield throws 2 TD passes, Browns hold off Burrow, Bengals
Read full article: Mayfield throws 2 TD passes, Browns hold off Burrow, BengalsCleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, in Cleveland. 1 overall pick Joe Burrow, who threw three TD passes and showed incredible poise in just his second game. Burrow's third TD pass — a 9-yarder to Tyler Boyd with 43 seconds left — pulled the Bengals within five, but the Browns recovered the ensuing onside kick and ran out the clock. But the reigning Heisman Trophy winner matched Mayfield pass for pass and showed why the Bengals believe he can turn them around. Uzomah in the second quarter, but Cincinnati's defense couldn't slow down the Browns and Mayfield tossed a 6-yard TD pass to a wide-open Hunt gave Cleveland a 21-10 lead.
Burrow, Bengals hit road vs Browns on NFL's 100th birthday
Read full article: Burrow, Bengals hit road vs Browns on NFL's 100th birthdayCincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) reacts after running for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, in Cincinnati. Outside, Burrow got lessons on Paul Brown, Jim Brown, Boomer Esiason, Bernie Kosar, The Ickey Shuffle and Dawg Pound. “In my eyes I played terrible through 3 1/2 quarters and then played up to my standards in the last drive and almost won the game,” Burrow said. RUN OVERThe Bengals significantly overhauled the NFL’s worst run defense of last season — 149 yards allowed per game —- and had a tough start against the Chargers, who ran for 155. Bengals coach Zac Taylor expects Bullock, who fully practiced on Tuesday, to handle kicking duties against the Browns.
Jackson throws 3 TD passes for Ravens in 38-6 rout of Browns
Read full article: Jackson throws 3 TD passes for Ravens in 38-6 rout of BrownsBaltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) looks to pass as he is pursued by Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson (98), during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, in Baltimore, MD. Facing a Cleveland secondary depleted by injuries, Jackson completed 20 of 25 passes and racked up a team-high 45 yards on the ground. A year ago, the multi-faceted star set an NFL single-season record for yards rushing by a quarterback and threw 36 TD passes. Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield threw an interception on the opening series, the first of three Browns turnovers. The Browns then withstood a 47-yard completion from Jackson to Marquise Brown by forcing a fumble by Patrick Ricard inside the 10.
NFL Week 1: What to watch for in fantasy football
Read full article: NFL Week 1: What to watch for in fantasy footballRonald Martinez/Getty Images(CNN) - After seven months the NFL is finally back, which means it's time to set your fantasy football lineups for Week 1. With the 100th NFL season kicking off with tonight's matchup between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears, here are some potential breakout games and situations to watch for this week. Instead, he has fallen to the second round of many fantasy football drafts. Despite leading countless teams to the fantasy playoffs last season, Gurley was a no-show in the NFC Championship game and Super Bowl LIII. Week 1 should give fantasy owners a better picture of how he'll be utilized this season.