This Sunday, the Rams and Cowboys face off in an important pre-playoff game, while Texans and Titans, tied at the top of the AFC South, play the first of two games against each other in the final weeks of the regular season. Meanwhile, Drew Lock goes up against the Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes in a game that could help ensure his return as Denver’s quarterback next year. The Ringer has all that covered and more. Stay tuned right here for updates, analysis, and highlights from our staff.
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December 17, 2019
Drew Brees Is Your New Touchdown King, and the Saints Look Scary As Hell
The quarterback broke Peyton Manning’s all-time record and the single-game completion mark in a thrashing of the Colts
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December 16, 2019
The Starting 11: The Defining Story Lines of Week 15—and This NFL Season
Quarterback contract questions, Browns struggles, Lamar Jackson miracles, and more were on full display in this week’s games. Plus: The Raiders play their last game in Oakland, and George Kittle continues to dominate.
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December 16, 2019
The Bears’ Problems Begin and End With Mitchell Trubisky. What Will They Do About It?
An excellent defense isn’t enough to make up for the big issue at quarterback, which leaves GM Ryan Pace with a big decision to make
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December 16, 2019
The Seahawks-49ers Divisional Battle Could Shape the Entire NFC Playoff Picture
Seattle and San Francisco both sit at 11-3, and their looming Week 17 clash may determine who wins the NFC West. But that game also has massive implications for New Orleans, Green Bay, and the rest of the conference.
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December 16, 2019
The Raiders’ Final Game in Oakland Is Engulfed in a Black Hole of Boos
The team played its last game in Oakland on Sunday before its move to Las Vegas. Fans were sad and angry, and they let their feelings be known. Many will root for the team in its new home, but it marks the end of an era for an iconic fan base.
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December 16, 2019
What We Learned in Fantasy Football in 2019
For those of us not in our league’s fantasy football championships, it’s time to look ahead to next year. Here are the biggest takeaways to keep in mind for 2020.
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December 16, 2019
The Winners and Losers of NFL Week 15
Kenyan Drake had one of the all-time great fantasy playoff performances. Except it probably didn’t matter. Plus, reliving the Cowboys’ coin-toss debacle and saying farewell to the Black Hole.
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December 15, 2019
The Cowboys Got the Exact Win They Needed
Dallas dominated the Rams on Sunday and set themselves up to win the NFC East against the Eagles next week
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December 15, 2019
A Wild Falcons-49ers Finish Set Up an All-Time Great NFC Playoff Race
With Atlanta’s 29-22 win over San Francisco, the Niners, Seahawks, Packers, and Saints all have three losses and are locked into an intense battle for the conference’s bye weeks. Which teams come out on top will set the stage for the postseason.
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December 15, 2019
Ryan Tannehill’s Magic May Be Finally Running Out in Tennessee
The Dolphins castoff has been a revelation for the revitalized Titans, but after dropping a close game to the Texans on Sunday, his team’s playoff hopes are on life support
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December 13, 2019
Sit Patrick Mahomes and Start David Blough
We offer up the best and worst daily fantasy bets for the weekend
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December 13, 2019
NFL Week 15 Preview: It’s Do or Die for Teams Like the Rams and Cowboys
But everyone’s injured at this point in the season. Plus, all the info you need for each matchup.
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December 11, 2019
NFL Week 15, College Football Playoffs, and Worst Hall of Fame QB
Cousin Sal is joined by the Degenerate Trifecta to discuss the crew’s flawless best bets last week