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Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni and New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll meet on the field after an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 25, 2023, in Philadelphia. The Eagles won. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Even with 11 wins, Eagles are more unhappy than optimistic over the state of the team

By Dan Gelston - Associated Press

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) smiles as he runs off the field after the Ravens defeated the San Francisco 49ers in an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Monday, Dec. 25, 2023. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Christmas was rough on Super Bowl contenders except for the Ravens

By Rob Maaddi - Associated Press

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) warms up before an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)

MVP may be on line in showdown between Purdy, Jackson

By Josh Dubow - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins place kicker Jason Sanders, center, celebrates after kicking the game winning field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Dolphins secure playoff spot, nip Cowboys on Sanders’ last-second field goal

By Alanis Thames - Associated Press

Dom DiSandro, Philadelphia Eagles chief security officer and senior advisor to general manager Howie Roseman, looks on during player introductions prior to an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)

NFL denies Eagles security chief DiSandro’s appeal of fine, sideline ban, AP source says

By Rob Maaddi - Associated Press

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) makes a touchdown catch in front of Philadelphia Eagles cornerback James Bradberry (24) during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, in Seattle. The Seahawks won 20-17. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Seahawks look to improve playoff position as they visit Titans

Associated Press

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) passes against the Buffalo Bills during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)

Cowboys hoping to slow down Tagovailoa, high-flying Miami offense when they visit Dolphins

Associated Press

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) is chased by Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone (34) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/David Dermer)

Patriots’ stout run defense might force Broncos’ Wilson to air it out even with snow in the forecast

Associated Press

Kansas City Chiefs place-kicker Harrison Butker (7) celebrates after making a 27-yard field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

Report: Footballs in New England were deflated. But don’t blame the Patriots this time

By Jimmy Golen - Associated Press

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) makes a catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

NFL receptions leader Keenan Allen will miss second straight game when Chargers host Bills

Associated Press

In this Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, file photo Zach Young, of New Haven, Conn., places a bet at one of the new sports wagering kiosks at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Conn. Legalized sports betting continued its expansion in 2023 with six states either passing legislation or beginning to accept wagering, Fanatics got into the business and professional leagues and college athletics continued to further embrace the industry. (AP Photo/Susan Haigh, File)

Legalized sports betting continued to grow in 2023, though some significant states remain resistant

By Mark Anderson - Associated Press

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (11) is hit by Pittsburgh Steelers safety Damontae Kazee (23) during the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. Pittman was injured on the play and Kazee was ejected from the game. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

NFL suspends Steelers safety Damontae Kazee for the rest of the season after illegal hit vs. Colts

Associated Press

Kansas City Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon (1) enters the end zone for a touchdown as New England Patriots linebacker Marte Mapu (30) tries to defend during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Chiefs beat Patriots to thrill Taylor Swift, Swifties in crowd

By Jimmy Golen - Associated Press

NFL officials pose for a group picture before the Las Vegas Raiders played against the Los Angeles Chargers in an NFL football game Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Jeff Lewis)

Chargers-Raiders game makes history with NFL’s 1st all-Black officiating crew and 3 women

Associated Press

Las Vegas Raiders interim head coach Antonio Pierce makes a call during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

NFL continues to make incremental, widespread progress in diversity hiring, report says

By David Brandt - Associated Press

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett, left, assists Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields to his feet after he was sacked during an NFL football game, Sept. 26, 2021, in Cleveland. Fields is hoping this visit to Cleveland goes better than his previous one. Chicago's quarterback was sacked nine times in his first start against the Browns in 2021. Fields has endured major criticism this season, but he's played better of late, and the Bears have won three of four. The Browns are in the thick of the AFC playoff race despite a tidal wave of injuries to key players. (AP Photo/David Richard, file)

Browns’ Garrett is set to chase Bears’ Fields at site of the quarterback’s rough NFL debut

By Tom Withers - Associated Press

NFL will head to Brazil for a regular-season game in 2024

By Michael Phillips - Special to The Washington Times

Baltimore Ravens punt returner Tylan Wallace (16) starts to celebrates as he returns a punt for a game-winning touchdown as Los Angeles Rams tight end Davis Allen (87) looks on during overtime of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Baltimore. The Ravens won 37-31. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

AFC boasts a record number of winning teams and NFC filled with losing teams

By Josh Dubow - Associated Press

Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) runs after the catch as Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson (22) defends during the first half on an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey) **FILE**

Jackson blames not learning his lesson on illegal hits on NFL not being a good tutor

By Arnie Stapleton - Associated Press

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) laterals to teammate Kadarius Toney, not seen, as Buffalo Bills cornerback Cam Lewis (39) defends during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. Toney ran the ball into the end zone, but the play was nullified by an offside penalty by Toney. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

Officiating again stole the spotlight even though the call against the Chiefs was correct

By Rob Maaddi - Associated Press