NFL

49ers' Purdy, Pearsall to remain out vs. Texans

With starter Brock Purdy slowly working his way back from the right big toe injury that's kept him out since Week 4, the 49ers will again turn to backup Mac Jones on Sunday against the Texans. Ricky Pearsall also is out. ... Continue Reading

🏈 Best, worst offseasons: Barnwell on every team

The Colts' Daniel Jones deal looks great now; the Texans' OL moves do not. Let's review every NFL team's signings, trades, hirings and draft picks with hindsight. ... Continue Reading

Falcons QB Penix questionable, Cousins waiting

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is questionable to play this week with a knee injury. ... Continue Reading

NFL reminds players to adhere to gambling policy

A day after an FBI probe resulted in multiple arrests in the NBA, the NFL reminded its players Friday that they are prohibited from taking part in any form of illegal gambling and betting on league games. ... Continue Reading

Commanders' McLaurin (quad) eyes MNF return

Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin said he's feeling like himself and looking forward to playing Monday night against the Chiefs after missing the past four games with a quad injury. ... Continue Reading

QB Jackson full participant in Ravens practice

Lamar Jackson was a full participant in Friday's practice, giving the struggling Ravens some hope that the two-time NFL Most Valuable Player will return for Sunday's pivotal game against the Bears. ... Continue Reading

12 more Week 8 games, 12 matchup previews: We have predictions, picks and wild stats

Aaron Rodgers vs. Green Bay? Can Bills and Ravens get back on track? Picks, predictions and stats for every Week 8 game. ... Continue Reading

Bears to be down top 3 cornerbacks vs. Ravens

Bears will face the Ravens on Sunday without starting cornerbacks Tyrique Stevenson and Kyler Gordon, who have been ruled out, in addition cornerback Jaylon Johnson, who is out indefinitely. ... Continue Reading

Jets' Glenn refuses to disclose QB1 vs. Bengals

Jets coach Aaron Glenn declined to name a starting quarterback on Friday, shutting down all quarterback-related questions during a testy exchange with reporters ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bengals. ... Continue Reading

Panthers' Dalton starting as QB vs. Bills

Regardless of Bryce Young's injury status, Andy Dalton will start as QB for the Carolina Panthers on Sunday versus the Buffalo Bills. ... Continue Reading

The Playbook: Lineup locks, Shadow Reports for Week 8

An all-encompassing look at the matchups to exploit or avoid and lineup locks in fantasy. ... Continue Reading

Titans DT Simmons, WR Ridley ruled out vs. Colts

The Titans have declared defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons and receiver Calvin Ridley out for Sunday's road contest against the Colts in Indianapolis, interim coach Mike McCoy announced Friday. ... Continue Reading

Bills safety Rapp heads to IR with knee injury

Bills safety Taylor Rapp is headed to injured reserve with a knee injury. ... Continue Reading

McCarthy nears return as Wentz fights pain in loss

Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell reaffirmed his commitment to getting J.J. McCarthy back on the field as soon as possible, saying he believes his return is "right around the corner." ... Continue Reading

📈 Power Rankings, Week 8: Unsung role players

Let's update our NFL Power Rankings ahead of Week 8. Plus, here are the unsung role players and nonstarters on each roster. ... Continue Reading