Broncos' Payton: Concerned about details, not playcalling
Sean Payton said righting the wrongs of Denver's offense is more about the "specific and the detail of each play," not who is actually calling the plays.
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Nix isn’t taking any advice from TV analysts about how to fix Broncos’ offence
Bo Nix is searching for answers to the Denver Broncos’ offensive struggles but isn’t taking any advice from quarterbacks-turned-TV-analysts like Dan Orlovsky and Hall of Famer Kurt Warner, who suggested he’s risk-averse right now and too impatient to let plays develop.
49ers DE Williams excited to get back on the field for first time since knee surgery
Defensive end Mykel Williams has spent nearly a year working his way back after a torn knee ligament cut short his rookie season for the San Francisco 49ers.
Bengals’ WR Chase (concussion), Higgins (adductor) miss practice Wednesday
Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins did not participate in practice on Wednesday, and coach Zac Taylor has labeled them each as “day to day” leading up to Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins.
Vikings’ Jefferson says plan is to play vs. Saints
Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson returned to practice Wednesday on a limited basis for the first time since spraining his left ankle 10 days ago, and appeared optimistic that he will play Sunday at New Orleans.
Packers TE Kraft struggling with drops as he comes back from torn ACL
Green Bay’s Tucker Kraft said this summer he believed he was playing as well as any tight end in the NFL before tearing his anterior cruciate ligament last season.
Giants are 3-1 and underdogs again against Commanders - which players are using as fuel
Minutes after he and the New York Giants won last weekend, Cam Skattebo was quick to point out that they were not expected to — at least by oddsmakers. “We were underdogs,” Skattebo said. "It’s dumb to be underdogs at home, especially when you’re a good football team.”
LaPorta says extension talks with Lions at ‘stalemate’
Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is currently focused on the 2026 season but acknowledged for the first time after Wednesday's practice that he has broken off contract talks on an extension.
Colts CB Gardner calls his effort, pursuit ‘embarrassing’ and wants to leave it in London
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner was his own worst critic on Wednesday. The two-time All-Pro repeatedly used the word “embarrassing” to describe the game tape he broke down after last weekend’s 30-13 victory over Washington, acknowledging neither his effort nor his pursuit to the ball were good enough and promising it would never happen again.
Giants’ Nabers misses practice with ‘sore’ knee
Giants star wide receiver Malik Nabers did not practice Wednesday because of a knee injury, saying only he was more "sore" than usual.
Commanders QB Daniels a full participant at practice, trending toward return vs. Giants
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels continued on a path that is expected to result in him playing Sunday against the New York Giants, only three weeks after he dislocated his elbow.
Head coach Ryans takes over defensive play-calling for winless Texans
Houston coach DeMeco Ryans is taking over defensive play-calling duties for the winless Texans. Ryans announced Wednesday that he’d take over calling plays from defensive coordinator Matt Burke as the 0-4 Texans prepare to visit the also winless Titans.
NFL, union clarify celebration rules, OK drinking gestures
The NFL and NFLPA said recent player celebrations imitating drinking a beverage will no longer be violations or result in discipline. The sides also clarified what celebrations remain prohibited.
Steelers QB Rodgers downplays heated exchange with coach McCarthy
The Steelers downplayed the several confrontations between players and coaches during Thursday night's loss, with Aaron Rodgers calling the display of emotion and passion a "positive."
Is it time to panic about 49ers’ injuries?
The 49ers are again among the most injured teams in the NFL. We answered questions about their injuries and how they will affect the 2026 season.
Rookie WR Boston making major impact to fuel Browns’ hot start
Not lacking skill or confidence, Denzel Boston entered the NFL fully expecting to do big things for the Cleveland Browns as a rookie. It’s been immediate and substantial. Smashing.
Banged-up Jets limping toward game vs. Browns with Hall, Mitchell still sidelined
New York Jets running back Breece Hall and wide receiver Adonai Mitchell remain sidelined with injuries and could miss the game Sunday against the Cleveland Browns.
Colts’ Gardner vows not to repeat ‘embarrassing’ effort
Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner said he gave his team an "embarrassing" effort in London and vowed there would not be a repeat performance.
Commanders focusing on ways Daniels can protect himself as he prepares for return to field
The Washington Commanders are focusing on ways in which quarterback Jayden Daniels can protect himself as he prepares for his expected return against the New York Giants on Sunday, Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Wednesday.
Ravens acquire C Jurgens in trade with Eagles, whose OL takes another big hit
The Ravens have acquired two-time Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens in a trade with the Eagles.
49ers’ Juszczyk wins appeal on fine over ‘Juice’ celebration
San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk won his appeal over the fines issued by the NFL for what it deemed an “offensive” celebration when he imitated drinking a beverage, which the league said looked like he was chugging a beer.
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