Biggest Week 17 questions, stats and predictions
Will it be the Lions, Packers or both teams earning an NFL playoff spot in Week 17? We get you ready for the final week of the regular season.
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Florida State RB Cook declares for NFL draft
FSU junior Dalvin Cook, who rushed for 1,765 yards and averaged 6.1 yards per carry this season, has declared himself eligible for the NFL draft.
49ers give Kaepernick inspiration/courage award
Niners quarterback Colin Kaepernick, whose protest of racial inequality sparked a national controversy, was given the team's Len Eshmont Award for his "inspirational and courageous play."
McCoy, Watkins: Bills lacked discipline with Ryan
LeSean McCoy and Sammy Watkins agreed a culture change is necessary as discipline was lacking under former coach Rex Ryan.
NFL won't reinstate Raiders LB Smith this season
The NFL has decided not to reinstate Oakland Raiders linebacker Aldon Smith from his suspension and will not revisit his case until March 15, the league confirmed Friday.
Sources: Romo expected to play against Eagles
Tony Romo is expected to play for the first time since Thanksgiving 2015 when the Cowboys play the Eagles on Sunday in the regular-season finale.
End of an era: Veteran Colts LB Mathis retiring
Colts linebacker Robert Mathis, who has been with the team since being drafted by Indianapolis in 2003, announced Friday that he will retire after Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Watching Stafford's Lions, Rodgers' Packers
Eric Karabell previews the Week 17 slate, which includes a divisional title game Sunday night, but also much guessing about playing time.
Biggest Week 17 questions, stats and predictions
Will it be the Lions, Packers or both teams earning an NFL playoff spot in Week 17? We get you ready for the final week of the regular season.
Chris Berman's Week 17 NFL picks
Will the Lions actually miss the playoffs? Can the Washington Redskins beat the New York Giants? "The Swami" is 49-29 against the spread this season. Here are his five Week 17 NFL picks.
2017 New Year's resolutions for every NFL team
Better health for the Chargers and Falcons. Big changes for the 49ers and Jets. Offensive linemen for the Seahawks and Broncos. NFL Nation reporters made resolutions for all 32 teams.
Jets' Darrelle Revis has reached crossroad after 'embarrassing' year
With Darrelle Revis' days as an elite NFL cornerback likely over, the Jets have big decisions to make. Could he transition to an elite safety? Maybe.
Comparing NFL contenders to past playoff teams
Tom Brady's Patriots have some similarities to a team that made it all the way to the Super Bowl. Football Outsiders finds the best archetypes for this year's 13 playoff contenders.
For Packers' Joe Whitt, overcoming dyslexia leads to growth as a coach
Joe Whitt's lifelong battle with dyslexia and becoming one of the league's top assistant coaches for the Packers is a story of perseverance.
Von Miller won't be upset if 'little brother' Vic Beasley wins sack title
Vic Beasley leads the league in sacks going into the Falcons' final regular-season game. "He deserves it," says Von Miller, who's one sack behind.
Lions represent final obstacle to the Packers running the table
The Packers are hot; the Lions have lost their past two. Can Detroit recover to win its first division title since 1993, or will Green Bay prevail?
Ezekiel Elliott runs through rookie wall, focuses on Cowboys' team goals
Breaking the rookie rushing record is likely out of reach for Ezekiel Elliott, but the Cowboys' bigger objectives remain very much in play.
Winningest rookie QB ever? Prescott has a chance
One more regular-season win would give Dak Prescott 14, more than any other rookie QB. Check out which other milestones are in play this week.
Cain says the Cowboys handled QB situation 'perfectly' this season (1:46)
Romo handling himself as a professional (0:48)
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Rating the health of NFL playoff contenders
The Patriots and Cowboys are the two healthiest playoff contenders. Kevin Seifert lines up who is healthy and who is not as we head to January.
Mort & Schefter's Week 17 notebook: McDaniels, Shanahan lead pack for Assistant Coach of the Year
Who is in line to win Assistant Coach of the Year? Who will be the next coach in Jacksonville? Our two NFL Insiders cover those topics and more heading into the last week of the regular season.
The Week 17 games that actually matter
Week 16 was a decisive one for the NFL, with six teams clinching playoff spots and eight getting eliminated. That makes Week 17, unfortunately, a bit of a drag.
The NFL's five best Comeback Player of the Year candidates
Le'Veon Bell, Jimmy Graham, DeMarco Murray, Jordy Nelson and Cameron Wake lead our list of NFL Comeback Player of the Year candidates.
Week 17 NFL predictions: Scores for every game
It's come down to one game for the NFC North crown, as Aaron Rodgers and the Packers take on Matthew Stafford and the Lions in Detroit. Who will prevail? NFL Nation assesses each Week 17 matchup.
The NFL's best pass-rusher, as picked by evaluators
Who's the best at taking down quarterbacks right now? Von Miller and Khalil Mack, who both play in Denver on Sunday, certainly have cases. Six people around the league make their picks.
Injured Peterson out for Vikes' finale vs. Bears
Vikings RB Adrian Peterson will miss his second straight game as he recovers from knee and groin injuries.
Ravens' Smith honoring family, friends via cleats
Ravens receiver Steve Smith Sr. will don cleats Sunday, during what is likely his last NFL game, that feature the names of the teams and people who have helped him throughout his career.
Ravens promote ex-Navy standout Reynolds
Former Navy standout Keenan Reynolds was promoted from the practice squad and will play in the Ravens' season finale on Sunday, while CB Jimmy Smith was put on IR with an ankle injury.
Love, Hate and the 2017 TMR 100
Matthew Berry's philosophy on the players he loves and hates for those going for their championships in Week 17 is simple: Play the players with something to play for, and don't get cute.
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Seahawks, Bennett agree to 3-year extension
Seahawks DE Michael Bennett told ESPN that he has agreed to a three-year extension with the team worth a reported $31.5 million.
Ranking the Seahawks' best and worst playoff matchups
There are four possible opponents for the Seahawks in their first playoff game. So who would Seattle rather see and which teams should it avoid?
Steelers' Ramon Foster bakes lasagna, saves all receipts and pummels LBs
He might not be the highest-paid Steeler, but offensive lineman Ramon Foster is one of the nastiest, and a popular character off the field, too.
Brown declares victory in car bet with Marshall
Antonio Brown is declaring victory in the battle of luxury cars with Brandon Marshall, as the Steelers star is nearly 500 receiving yards ahead with one game remaining.
Ranking non-playoff teams' chances of making 2017 field
Denver and Carolina are both on the outside looking in after their Super Bowl runs last season. Among this year's outsiders, which ones have the best chances of being next year's contenders?
Continuity among reasons Chip Kelly should stay with 49ers
The 49ers' 2-13 record has Chip Kelly's future in question, but San Francisco's keynote veteran and a rival coach advocate keeping Kelly another year.
Highs, lows and constant movement: An eventful 2016 for the L.A. Rams
The year 2016 was one of change and transition for the Rams, who had to move across the country and figure out how to navigate a larger market.
Buccaneers switch jerseys for final practice, hilarity ensues
The Bucs' last practice of 2016 didn't lack laughter, as hefty linemen squeezed into the jerseys of their leaner teammates to wear during the workout.
NFL executives predict Adrian Peterson's future
Adrian Peterson's enormous contract has put the Vikings in a bind for 2017. Would they really part ways with a future Hall of Famer? Executives weigh in, and at least one thinks he'll be gone.
Early fantasy football ranks for 2017
Mike Clay offers a look at his 2017 rankings, thinking ahead in identifying top talents.
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Week 17 preview
Is Tyrod Taylor being taken advantage of? (1:38)
Buffalo's merry-go-round of head coaches spins again
The Bills fired Rex Ryan earlier this week. Interim coach Anthony Lynn is Buffalo's fourth head coach in five years and the lack of consistent leadership is taking its toll.
How the Chiefs have built Travis Kelce into the top tight end in football
The Kansas City Chiefs have taken advantage of Travis Kelce's versatility, spurring the tight end to a career year in his third season.
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ESPN CollegeFootball @ESPNCFB
Dalvin Cook has announced that he will forego his senior season and enter the 2017 NFL Draft. (via nole__4/Instagra… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
Jordan Raanan ESPN Staff Writer
RT Bobby Hart a late addition to the Giants injury report with a forearm injury. He's listed as probable for Sunday vs. Redskins.
Ben Goessling ESPN Staff Writer
The Vikings added receiver Isaac Fruechte to the active roster from their practice squad, placing safety Andrew Sendejo on injured reserve after he hurt his knee in practice this week.
ESPN Chalk @ESPN_Chalk
LISTEN: @AnitaMarks and @DougESPN cover #NFL Week 17 and remaining bowls with @philsteele042, @RufusPeabody: es.pn/2iNi5iB
Adam Schefter ESPN Senior Writer
Buccaneers signed punter Bryan Anger to a multi-year contract extension.
Jenna Laine ESPN Staff Writer
The Bucs have signed punter Bryan Anger to a well-deserved contract extension.
Adam Caplan @caplannfl
Anger is 4th in NFL with 42.4 net average. 5th in NFL with punts inside 20 (32).
ESPN Fantasy Sports @ESPNFantasy
.@karabellespn tells fantasy owners what to watch for in Week 17, including an NFC North showdown.… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
Adam Caplan @caplannfl
So look for #Eagles UDFA WR Paul Turner, who was inactive the past 2 games, to be active tomorrow.
Arash Markazi ESPN Senior Writer
Flying over the future home of the Los Angeles Rams and possibly the Los Angeles Chargers.
Katherine Terrell ESPN Staff Writer
The Bengals have placed A.J . Green on injured reserve.
Ben Fawkes @BFawkesESPN
Chris Berman is 49-29 ATS in the NFL this year, his best season ever. Here are his Week 17 picks on @ESPN_Chalk: es.pn/2hDkX3H
Ed Werder @Edwerderespn
I've always believed Tony Romo should play to get acclimated to speed of game if needed in playoffs. If he's too fragile, find out now
Mike Rodak ESPN Staff Writer
Bills announce GM Doug Whaley will speak to reporters 2 p.m. Monday in his NFL-mandated season-ending news conference.
Sereita Cobbs ESPN.com
NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin was a tad animated after the stunning 48 sec TKO of Ronda Rousey.
stan verrett @stanverrett
He actually played college and NFL football. ⬇️ twitter.com/ewrighteous21/…