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Fueled by boos, Browns receiver Jerry Jeudy turns in 235-yard performance in return to Denver
Pat Graham, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 3 - 8:53 a.m. | Save Story
The boos only brought out the best in Jerry Jeudy as he returned to Denver. The explosive Cleveland Browns wideout turned in an electric performance Monday night with nine catches for 235 yards, the most in NFL history by a receiver against his former team. He also had a 70-yard touchdown in a 41-32 loss to the Broncos. Jeudy, who played his first four seasons with Denver, was jeered every time he caught the ball. He loved all the noise directed at him, even motioning at times for the crowd to get even louder. His only regret was the Browns couldn't close out the win.
Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair suspended 3 games without pay after violent hit on Trevor Lawrence
Kristie Rieken, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 3 - 8:26 a.m. | Save Story
Houston's Azeez Al-Shaair was suspended by the NFL without pay for three games for repeated violations of player safety rules following his hit to the head of Jacksonville's Trevor Lawrence, which led to a concussion. Al-Shaair's punishment was announced by NFL vice president of football operations Jon Runyan. In his letter to Al-Shaair, he noted that he has had multiple offenses for personal fouls and sportsmanship-related rules violations in recent seasons. Runyan says "video shows you striking the head/neck area of Jaguars' quarterback Trevor Lawrence after he clearly goes down in a feet-first slide."
McMillian's pick-6 helps Broncos spoil career nights by Winston and Jeudy and beat Browns 41-32
Pat Graham, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 3 - 7:42 a.m. | Save Story
the most in NFL history by a receiver against his former team. Winston's electric night included three interceptios, two of which were returned for TDs. Bo Nix threw for 294 yards, a touchdown and two interceptions for Denver. The Broncos moved to 8-5 while the Browns fell to 3-9.
Ryan Poles to remain Bears general manager and lead search for new head coach
Andrew Seligman, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 2 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
Chicago Bears president Kevin Warren said Ryan Poles will remain the general manager and serve as the point person in the search for a head coach to replace the fired Matt Eberflus. He says Poles will have the "final say" if the two have differing opinions on who should get the job. Chicago had never fired a coach during a season. But a six-game losing streak marked by questionable coaching decisions spurred the founding NFL franchise to change course. The Bears let Eberflus go Friday and replaced him on an interim basis with offensive coordinator Thomas Brown.
Rams claim CB Emmanuel Forbes off waivers from Washington
The Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 4:24 p.m. | Save Story
The Los Angeles Rams have claimed cornerback Emmanuel Forbes off waivers from Washington. They waived undrafted rookie defensive back Charles Woods to make room on the roster. Forbes was a first-round pick by the Commanders in 2023, but the club released him Saturday. Forbes started 10 games as a rookie, but the Mississippi State product's playing time dwindled to almost nothing under coach Dan Quinn this season. Forbes was considered undersized to be an elite NFL defensive back before Washington used a first-round pick on him, and his play did little to discourage that perception.
Buccaneers are back to .500 and in position to control their playoff hopes down the stretch
Fred Goodall, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 4:22 p.m. | Save Story
Tampa Bay's bid for a fourth straight NFC South title and fifth consecutive playoff berth is gaining momentum.
Trent Williams' wife, Sondra, says their son was stillborn
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 4:12 p.m. | Save Story
The San Francisco 49ers were hit by another family tragedy with the announcement that star left tackle Trent Williams' wife gave birth to a stillborn son. Sondra Williams announced on Instagram that she gave birth to Trenton O'Brien Williams Jr. on Nov. 24. Williams also wrote that she was initially pregnant with twins and lost the other child earlier in the pregnancy. Williams wrote that her son was diagnosed with Trisomy 13, a genetic condition also known as Patau syndrome that affects how the face, brain and heart develop, along with several other internal organs.
Cardinals are average through 12 games and the frustration is it feels as if they could be better
David Brandt, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 4:08 p.m. | Save Story
The Arizona Cardinals are 6-6 through 12 games, which makes them an average football team.
Seahawks have taken a bumpy path to first place in the NFC West
Shane Lantz, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 4:01 p.m. | Save Story
The Seattle Seahawks took a bumpy path to sole possession of first place in the NFC West. Sunday's 26-21 win over the Jets featured several special teams miscues, including a 99-yard kickoff return for a touchdown by New York. On the flip side, the Seahawks got their second pick-6 in as many weeks and just enough production by Geno Smith and the offense. The Seahawks' uneven performance was characteristic of a season in which they started 3-0, then lost five of six before winning another three in a row to take command of their underachieving division. Seattle is 7-5 and leads Arizona by one game, with a matchup against the Cardinals looming next weekend.
49ers running back Christian McCaffrey headed to IR with an injured right knee
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 2 - 3:46 p.m. | Save Story
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey will not need surgery on his injured right knee but he will miss the rest of the regular season. Coach Kyle Shanahan said McCaffrey will be out at least six weeks after injuring his posterior cruciate ligament in a loss to the Buffalo Bills. McCaffrey will be placed on injured reserve for the second time this season after previously missing the first eight games with Achilles tendinitis The 49ers also lost McCaffrey's backup to an injury. Jordan Mason is also set to go on injured reserve after suffering a high ankle sprain in the game.
Giants place Dexter Lawrence on injured reserve
Tom Canavan, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 2:55 p.m. | Save Story
The New York Giants defense is going to have to learn to adjust to life without Pro Bowl tackle Dexter Lawrence. Lawrence, who dislocated his left elbow in the third quarter of the Thanksgiving game against the Cowboys in Dallas, was placed on injured reserve on Monday along with rookie tight end Theo Johnson, who hurt his foot in the game. Lawrence leads the Giants with a career-high nine sacks, but he has not had one since getting two against the Philadelphia Eagles on Oct. 20.
Browns star Garrett, on the cusp of 100 sacks, is driven to be the best
Tom Withers, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 2:43 p.m. | Save Story
Myles Garrett is on the verge of 100 career sacks. He doesn't plan to stop at the century mark. Cleveland's All-Pro defensive end is having another monster season for the Browns, who haven't played up to expectations and are a long shot to make the playoffs heading into Monday's game at Denver. Garrett is coming off a three-sack performance against Pittsburgh that made him the seventh player in league history to record double-digit sacks in seven straight seasons. It's a heady list of players and Garrett appreciates being in the company of players whom he grew up watching.
Houston's Al-Shaair apologizes for hit on Jacksonville's Lawrence that led to concussion
Kristie Rieken, Associated Press | Updated Dec. 2 - 2:13 p.m. | Save Story
Houston's Azeez Al-Shaair took to X to apologize to Jacksonville's Trevor Lawrence after his violent blow to the quarterback's facemask led to him being carted off the field with a concussion. Back in the starting lineup after missing two games with a sprained left shoulder, Lawrence scrambled left on a second-and-7 play in the second quarter of Houston's 23-20 win on Sunday. He initiated a slide before Al-Shaair raised his forearm and unleashed on the defenseless quarterback. In the long post, Al-Shaair says "To Trevor I genuinely apologize to you for what ended up happening."
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes could have new blindside protector when he faces Chargers on Sunday night
Dave Skretta, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 1:40 p.m. | Save Story
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes could have a new blindside protector when he faces the Chargers on Sunday night. Kansas City coach Andy Reid said Monday he was leaving open the possibility that former Pro Bowl left tackle D.J. Humphries could start against Los Angeles. The news came three days after the position was a mess in a win over the Raiders that came down to the wire. Humphries is coming off an ACL injury and just signed with the team last week.
Russell Wilson isn't cooked, he's cooking. So is the Steelers' offense
Will Graves, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 1:11 p.m. | Save Story
Squint your eyes a little bit, and it could have been 2014, not 2024.
Hall of Famer Randy Moss reveals he's 'battling something' internal and asks for prayers
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 11:47 a.m. | Save Story
Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss revealed he's dealing with a health issue and asked fans to pray for him and his family. The 47-year-old ESPN football analyst made the announcement on Instagram from the set of the network's "Sunday NFL Countdown" show. He directed his message to men and urged them to get checkups and bloodwork done, without specifying for any particular illness. Moss explained why he's been wearing tinted sunglasses, saying, "I'm battling something, man, and it's something internal, your boy is going to get through it."
Bo Nix taking 'Monday Night Football' debut in stride as he leads Broncos against the Browns
Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 11:42 a.m. | Save Story
Denver Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix will make his 'Monday Night Football' debut against the Cleveland Browns. Nix says he considers every game a prime-time game and the only difference in this one is that the sun will be down and the lights will shine a little brighter. Nix is on a roll after a slow September. He was named the NFL's Rookie of the Month in October and has won the last three NFL Rookie of the Week honors as he's led the Broncos into the AFC playoff race with hopes of ending an eight-year playoff drought.
Sports betting roundup: Football on Thanksgiving weekend doesn't disappoint
Ryan Hannable Of Betmgm Sportsbook, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 10:58 a.m. | Save Story
The football on Thanksgiving weekend didn't disappoint. The NFL saw favorites go 9-2 straight up on Sunday, and the teams with the most bets cover the spread. The four most bet on teams in terms of bets all covered the spread: Seattle (-1) vs. New York Jets, Buffalos (-6) vs. San Francisco, Los Angeles Rams (-2.5) at New Orleans and Houston (-3.5) at Jacksonville. Although there were upsets in college football, the teams that saw the most bets covered the spread for the most part. The six-most-bet teams in terms of bets all covered, including Indiana (-28.5) vs. Purdue, South Carolina (+2.5) at Clemson and Arizona State (-8.5) at Arizona.
Washington Commanders' offense busts out thanks to its old friend, the running game
Stephen Whyno, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 2 - 10:12 a.m. | Save Story
on the right side, of course.
