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     We used the ESPN Football Power Index's most likely simulation to project Weeks 16, 17 and 18 -- and how the playoff field could stack up.

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     Nine teams have the chance to clinch a playoff berth this week. Denver can also lock up the AFC's No. 1 seed.

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     The Chicago Bears are exploring locations for a new stadium outside the city and even outside Illinois after multiple plans hit stumbling blocks over concerns about the cost to taxpayers.

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     The Dolphins are benching quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and turning to rookie Quinn Ewers as their new starter.

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     The Rams' Puka Nacua said on a livestream Tuesday night that he thinks some NFL referees make calls just to get shown on TV during games.

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     Cam Ward wants to be involved in the process when the Titans search for their next head coach.

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     Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was asked Wednesday if he ever envisioned playing for another franchise.

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     The Seahawks will be without left tackle Charles Cross while Rams receiver Davante Adams is doubtful to play in Thursday night's NFC West showdown.

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     The Jets are sticking with undrafted rookie Brady Cook as their quarterback, tacitly acknowledging they're in evaluation mode as they play out the final three games of another lost season.

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     When asked about the importance of remaining in Las Vegas and helping turn around what is currently a 2-12 team, Raiders QB Geno Smith said, "I'm expecting to win a lot of games here."

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 18, 2025 7:34 AM
     Which potential NFL head coach opening would be most attractive to candidates? Let's sort eight possible openings, starting with Cincinnati.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 18, 2025 7:39 AM
     The Seahawks face the Rams Thursday in a battle for first place in the NFC West. Macdonald has his team ready to compete.

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     The connection between Verse and Young has helped form the identity of the Rams' defense.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 18, 2025 7:43 AM
     Here's the latest heading into NFL Week 16, including intel on Patrick Mahomes, Micah Parsons, Philip Rivers, playoff races and offseason trade candidates.

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     Plus, Philip Rivers' first start back in the NFL and some wild Week 15 trends to watch.

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     Hosting the Jets on Sunday, New Orleans will lean on several players to pick up carries and make catches.

www.espn.com - NFL Thursday, December 18, 2025 7:38 AM
     Will Dolphins part ways with Tagovailoa or his contract prohibitive? Did Mike McDaniel fail with Tagovailoa?