Jan 16, 22:00

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 7:29 PM 'We just had to show him he left it in good hands:' Rams' young defense filling Aaron Donald-sized hole       The defense, sans Donald, has gone from perhaps the Rams' Achilles heel to a group that impressed in their victory over the Vikings on Monday.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 7:29 PM Sirianni's confounding public behavior is relished by his players       Eagles coach Nick Sirianni often takes the heat for his players' missteps. His players know it.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 9:19 PM Texans' Mixon questionable to play against Chiefs       Texans running back Joe Mixon didn't practice Thursday because of an ankle injury and is listed as questionable for Saturday's divisional-round playoff game against the Chiefs.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 9:19 PM Ravens' Monken: HC interview timing unfortunate       Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken has two interviews for head coach vacancies with the Jaguars and Bears just days before Baltimore's AFC divisional playoff game in Buffalo on Sunday.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 9:19 PM Rodgers says Jets future hinges on new GM, HC       Aaron Rodgers made it sound Thursday like the Jets' incoming new general manager and coach, not owner Woody Johnson, will determine whether he's back with the team in 2025.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 9:19 PM Source: Chiefs plan to activate CB Watson off IR       The Chiefs are planning to activate starting cornerback Jaylen Watson off the injured reserve list in time to play in Saturday's playoff game against the Texans, a source tells ESPN.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 9:19 PM Brady to be with Fox for long haul, says agent       Tom Brady plans to be in the Fox broadcast booth for the duration of his 10-year contract, his agent, Don Yee, told the Sports Business Journal on Thursday.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 9:19 PM O'Connell: 'Great' bond, dialogue with Vikes brass       Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell met with the team's ownership group this week and said Thursday that he wants to sign a contract extension to remain with the team.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 9:19 PM NFL, feds tighten Super Bowl security after attack       The NFL and federal law enforcement are increasing security for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans in response to the New Year's Day terrorist attack on Bourbon Street that killed 14 people, officials told ESPN.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 9:19 PM Three finalists for Salute to Service award named       Vikings running back Aaron Jones, 49ers tight end George Kittle and Chargers defensive end Morgan Fox are the finalists for the NFL's 14th annual Salute to Service award presented by USAA.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 7:29 PM Is the NFL's playoff format broken? Barnwell offers up six fixes, from more teams to picking opponents       Add two teams? Go back to 12 teams? Let teams choose their opponents in the wild-card round? Here's how the league could make tweaks to its postseason.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 7:06 PM 'You just want this guy around': How a journeyman lineman became a cult hero in Detroit       The backup lineman gets huge ovations, even in road stadiums, when his name is announced. Here's how it happened and the man behind the cheers.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 6:16 PM New owners, musical meetings and a rookie sensation: How Washington quickly rebooted       New owners, new culture and a game-changing QB have breathed new life into a once-listless franchise.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 4:44 PM 2024 fantasy football awards: MVP, rookie of the year, breakout, top pickup and more       Our Fantasy Focus Football podcast crew unveils the best -- and worst -- of the 2024 fantasy football season.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 4:06 PM What's next for the Chargers after disappointing playoff exit?       The Chargers restored their credibility as an organization in Year 1 under Jim Harbaugh. The quest to take the next step begins now.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 4:06 PM How will the Broncos build on their playoff breakthrough? We answered six questions       Can the Broncos get back to the postseason in 2025, and how can they improve this offseason?

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 4:06 PM Steve Wilks? Wink Martindale? Who might fit best as the Falcons' defensive coordinator?       The Falcons' slide out of playoff contention coincided with a defensive tailspin that led to firings.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 5:18 PM 'We are big dogs': The Texans' defense is soaring off belief, guidance from DeMeco Ryans       As Houston prepares for its divisional round matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs, Ryans has his defense playing at its best.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 5:18 PM Hall of Fame resume, 12 NFL seasons, zero Super Bowls: Can DeAndre Hopkins finally get there?       In his 12th NFL season, Hopkins is hoping to capture his first Super Bowl ring.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, January 16, 2025 5:15 PM Full list of 2025 NFL draft declarations: Which underclassmen joined the class?       Seventy underclassmen have declared for the 2025 NFL draft, which begins April 24 in Green Bay.