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The AFC East Has a Patriots Problem Again

After half a decade of mediocrity, New England is back to looking like a powerhouse thanks to the coach-quarterback duo of Mike Vrabel and Drake Maye.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 2, 2025

It’s Anyone’s Year to Win the Super Bowl, Including the Broncos

Sunday marked the third straight week that the Super Bowl betting favorite lost. Denver, meanwhile, won its ninth straight game.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 1, 2025

Broncos vs. Commanders: Three Bold Predictions for ‘Sunday Night Football’ in Week 13

Denver is looking to win their ninth game in a row on Sunday night.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 30, 2025

NFL Power Rankings: Eagles’ Collapse Leads to Shakeup at the Top

Philadelphia lost its grip on the NFC's No. 1 seed after blowing a big lead to the Cowboys, leaving only three two-loss teams standing.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 25, 2025

2025 NFL Playoff Picture, Week 12: Who’s In and Who’s Out

The Ravens took over the No. 4 seed in the AFC, while the Eagles stumbled in Dallas and lost their grip on the top spot in the NFC to the Rams.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 24, 2025

The Patriots’ Injury Luck May Have Finally Reached Its Breaking Point

New England is 10–2 and currently holds the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoff picture, but at what cost?

Sports Illustrated · Nov 24, 2025

The AFC Playoff Bracket Is Upside Down, But Familiar Teams Have One Reason to Believe

The Chiefs eked by the Colts, as some of the usual conference heavyweights who were saddled with difficult schedules have started making their move.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 23, 2025

The Good, Bad and Ugly, Week 12: Cowboys Pull off Epic Comeback Against Eagles

Dallas overcame a 21-0 deficit behind Dak Prescott and receiver George Pickens. Plus, Seattle receiver Jaxson-Smith Njigba is on pace to make NFL history, and the Chiefs and Lions both rallied for overtime wins.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 23, 2025

Chiefs vs. Colts: Three Bold Predictions As Kansas City Looks to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs sit at 5–5 with their proverbial backs against the wall.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 23, 2025

How do the 2026 World Cup play-offs work? Dates, venues and format

The 2026 World Cup qualifiers start tonight and there are still another six places up for grabs

FourFourTwo · Nov 21, 2025