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www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 1:22 AM Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus we picked non-QB MVPs for every team       Justin Jefferson is making history with Minnesota and Jonathan Taylor has led a Colts resurgence.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 1:22 AM Rodgers won't drag out decision on future plans       Aaron Rodgers is willing to make one promise when it comes to his future: The Green Bay Packers quarterback won't take too long after this season to decide it.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 1:22 AM Garoppolo: 'Definitely' have a chance to play Sun.       Niners quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, who is dealing with a Grade 3 UCL sprain in his right thumb, said Wednesday he feels "confident" he can play through the injury Sunday against the Texans as San Francisco looks to clinch a postseason berth.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 1:22 AM Barkley not thinking about ACL in Chicago return       This Sunday will be Saquon Barkley's first game back at Soldier Field in Chicago, where he tore the ACL in his right knee just over 15 months ago. Not that he's trying to think about the moment that everything changed.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 1:22 AM Lamar returns to practice with pronounced limp       Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will return to practice Wednesday as Baltimore heads into what is essentially a must-win game against the Rams.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 1:22 AM Wagner admits future with Seahawks uncertain       Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner said he knows the team will need to make changes after a disappointing season, and he acknowledged he isn't sure whether he'll be a part of its plans.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 1:22 AM Colts called Rivers; Ehlinger will go if Wentz can't       Colts coach Frank Reich, after reaching out to retired quarterback Philip Rivers, will start rookie Sam Ehlinger against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday if veteran Carson Wentz is not cleared to play.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 1:22 AM Brother of Washington DE Sweat killed in Virginia       Anthony Sweat, the brother of third-year Washington defensive end Montez Sweat, was shot and killed Tuesday afternoon.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 1:22 AM Panthers opt to start Darnold over Cam vs. Saints       Sam Darnold will start at quarterback for the Carolina Panthers on Sunday at New Orleans, coach Matt Rhule said on Wednesday.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 4:07 AM Coach, broadcaster, esports icon: Inside the legacy of John Madden       Madden died on Dec. 28 at the age of 85. We took a look back at how the legendary coach changed the sports we watch -- and how we watch them.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 30, 2021 4:07 AM Sports world reacts to death of NFL great, broadcasting legend John Madden       The sports world took to social media in droves to pay tribute to the household name.