BIZARRE: 29 - You Need To See This

Rams Suddenly Reeling After Wasting Another Opportunity to Improve Playoff Path

Los Angeles has rapidly tumbled from the NFC’s top seed over the last two weeks—and Matthew Stafford may have coughed up the MVP trophy Monday night in Atlanta.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 30, 2025

The Las Vegas Raiders and the thin line between tanking and incompetence

Las Vegas sidelined Maxx Crosby and Brock Bowers, then imploded against the Giants. Tanking or just terrible? Either way, the Raiders look broken

The Guardian - US · Dec 29, 2025

Albert Breer: Brock Purdy Explains How This Season’s 49ers Team Is Different

The QB discusses San Francisco’s sixth consecutive win. Plus, how the Eagles win, do-or-die games next week and much more.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 29, 2025

NFL TV Coverage Map Week 17: Full Breakdown of CBS, Fox Broadcasts

After three games on Christmas and two on Saturday, here is what Sunday’s NFL broadcast lineups look like across the country.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 24, 2025

Why the NFL Playoffs Will Be Defined by Dominant Defenses

It's an offense-driven league. But with so many standout defenses this year, a defensive-minded team is poised to hoist the Lombardi Trophy.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 24, 2025

It’s Time for the Bengals to Do Right By Joe Burrow

The star QB has been an agent for change in Cincinnati, but he won’t be patient forever. Plus more from around the league.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 23, 2025

Washington will have the highest state minimum wage in 2026

Seattle and nearby cities will top $21 an hour, while the state rate hits $17.13 on Jan. 1.

Axios · Dec 23, 2025

It's Time to Take the 49ers Seriously As Super Bowl Contenders

With Brock Purdy having the offense humming, San Francisco has gone from an overachieving squad into a legitimate threat for the Lombardi Trophy.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 23, 2025

Studs and Duds NFL Week 16: Joe Burrow and Chase Brown Explode in Miami

The duo led the Bengals to a blowout win over the Dolphins. Plus, Puka Nacua and Jaxon Smith-Njigba impressed in the thrilling showdown between the Rams and Seahawks.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 21, 2025

Seattle's Delivery Minimum Wage Failed Drivers and Raised Costs

Increased hourly rates corresponded with lower tips and fewer orders to share between drivers, leaving gig workers no better off than they were before the law passed.

Reason · Dec 20, 2025