After Alvin Kamara and the Saints dominated the Vikings on Christmas Day, the NFL’s ever-shifting 2020 schedule continued on Saturday with the playoffs only a couple of weeks away. Ryan Fitzpatrick took over for Tua Tagovailoa to lead the Dolphins to a narrow victory over the Raiders, and Mitchell Trubisky continued his solid play in a win over the Jaguars. Follow along with all of The Ringer’s coverage here:
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December 28, 2020
Kamara Goes Nuclear, Davante’s Historic Snow Day, and Championship Winners and Losers
Danny, Danny, and Craig break down fantasy football championship week before discussing the final edition of the 2020 Fantasy Burn Book
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December 28, 2020
How Week 16 Changed the NFL Playoff Picture
The Bears are now poised to secure a wild-card berth. The Colts are on the outside looking in. And the Cowboys have a real chance to win the NFC East. Let’s break down the various scenarios entering the regular season’s final week.
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December 28, 2020
The Winners and Losers of NFL Week 16
Aaron Rodgers strengthens his MVP candidacy, while Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs have another close call. Plus: Cheers for Alvin Kamara in fantasy football, and jeers for the Texans’ team-building strategy.
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December 28, 2020
Aaron Rodgers’s Renaissance Season Should Earn Him the NFL MVP Award
The Packers quarterback pulled away from Patrick Mahomes in Week 16 and proved that this year, he’s the most valuable player in the NFL
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December 27, 2020
The AFC Playoff Picture Is Finally Coming Into Focus
Following a dramatic few weeks and a couple of tense contests on Saturday and Sunday, the conference’s postseason positioning is getting clearer
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December 27, 2020
If the Bears Re-sign Mitchell Trubisky, They’ll Have No One to Blame but Themselves
The Chicago QB has had a good month—one that peaked with the team’s 41-17 win over the Jaguars. But will that be enough to make the Bears forget about the previous three years?
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December 27, 2020
The Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa–Ryan Fitzpatrick Conundrum Just Won’t Go Away
After another subpar performance, Miami benched its rookie and replaced him with the longtime veteran. It was enough to overcome the Raiders, but what will happen in the playoffs?
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December 24, 2020
NFL Week 16 Matchup Guide: Will the Rams or Seahawks Gain an Edge in the NFC West?
L.A. is coming off a bad loss to the Jets, and Seattle’s offense is trending in the wrong direction. Which team will find its stride this week? Plus: how the rest of this week’s games could shape the playoff race.
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December 23, 2020
Who to Start Over Russ? Plus Championship Week Bold Predictions.
Danny, Danny, and Craig play a start/sit name game with Russell Wilson, offer up gut calls and bold predictions for the Week 16 slate, and more
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December 22, 2020
The Steelers’ Struggles Continue in Third Straight Loss and Best Wagers in Week 16
Plus, Sharp and House attempt to make sense of the New England Patriots