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just now (450+ words) Buffalo beat Cincy 39-34 in an offensive shootout at home between QB Josh Allen and the Bills offense and Joe Burrow and the Bengals unit. Allen's supporting cast did their part, though the QB did put the team on his back in crucial moments, including taking off for the longest touchdown run by a Bills quarterback in franchise history on a 40-yard score. The mark surpassed his own previous record set on a 36-yard touchdown run against the Jets in 2022. At the press podium, Allen was to the point, though not without a sense of humor, regarding his level of confidence afterward. Allen would go 22 for 28 passes and 251 yards with three touchdowns in the air, erasing a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter to get the win. He also became the first QB ever with three seasons of 20+ passing TDs and…...

1+ min ago (381+ words) The first of what could be many bowl game opt-outs is here for Penn State. Senior captain and defensive tackle Zane Durant announced Monday night he will not play in the Pinstripe Bowl against Clemson and will declare for the NFL Draft. He was out of eligibility after this season. "I want to thank Penn State University for the memories and experiences that it has given me," Durant wrote in a social media post. He went on to thank a large pool of people, including former Penn State coach James Franklin. Durant, a Lake Nona, Florida, native, was one of the key members of the 2022 recruiting class that filled Penn State fans and Franklin with hope for a national title over the past few years. After the Nittany Lions fell three points short to Notre Dame in last year's national…...

3+ min ago (207+ words) Utah sophomore quarterback Isaac Wilson will enter the transfer portal, he told On3s Hayes Fawcett. The former Corner Canyon star was the Utes starter for much of the 2024 season after quarterback Cam Rising was injured for the majority of that year. Wilson started seven games for the Utes in his true freshman season, throwing for 1,510 yards and 10 touchdowns with 11 interceptions and a 56.4% completion rate. Wilson was publicly named the backup quarterback by Kyle Whittingham in the fall ahead of the 2025 season, but freshman Byrd Ficklin rose to QB2 instead during the season. Wilson played just 12 snaps this year. With Utah confident in keeping both starting quarterback Devon Dampier and Ficklin for next season, there isnt a clear path to playing time for Wilson. Wilson, a former four-star recruit, entered the transfer portal at the conclusion of the 2024 season, only to withdraw and…...

5+ min ago (437+ words) Damien Woody explains how the Chiefs' season is essentially over after Sunday night's loss to the Texans. (0:41) KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Wanya Morris suffered a season-ending left knee injury during Sunday night's loss to the Houston Texans, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Starting in place of the injured Josh Simmons, Morris was hurt on the game's opening snap when he appeared to be rolled up on by center Creed Humphrey while run blocking. Within minutes of having to be assisted off the field, Morris was taken to the locker room on a cart. He was later seen leaving the locker room on crutches. Morris was replaced by undrafted rookie Esa Pole, who made his NFL debut after being elevated to the active roster this past week. Pole was impressive, too, especially when matched with Texans pass…...

5+ min ago (156+ words) The Colts have Anthony Richardson on injured reserve and will have Daniel Jones on injured reserve later this week. Jones will undergo season-ending surgery on his torn Achilles this week. That leaves the Colts with rookie Riley Leonard to start Sunday's game against the Seahawks. But Shane Steichen said Leonard, a sixth-round pick out of Notre Dame, has a knee issue that he's working through. The Colts "hope" Leonard can play. "We'll see how it goes," Steichen said, via Stephen Holder of ESPN. Leonard played the final three quarters against the Jaguars on Sunday after Jones' injury. He completed 18 of 29 passes for 145 yards and an interception. The Colts will look to make at least one quarterback transaction this week, depending on Leonard's availability. Brett Rypien, who is on the practice squad, could see a promotion to the active roster. Rypien…...

7+ min ago (252+ words) 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings had a week off from confrontations with opponents due to the team's bye week, but he was asked about his last issue when he spoke to reporters on Monday. Browns defensive lineman Shelby Harris said that Jennings "said some things that you should not say to another man" during an injury stoppage in the Week 13 game between the teams. Harris also said he could "see exactly why they punched him in the nuts" in reference to Panthers safety Tre'Von Moehrig doing that to Jennings the previous week. Harris' teammate Myles Garrett also took issue with Jennings' comments and the wideout said on Monday that he thinks "they wanted some attention" because he doesn't believe he said anything that crossed a line. "I mean, [Harris] said some things, so why ain't he saying what he said?" Jennings…...

9+ min ago (163+ words) Ravens backup offensive lineman Ben Cleveland has been suspended for three games for violating the NFL's policy on substances of abuse. The league announced the suspension Monday. The 27-year-old Cleveland has appeared in 10 games this season with no starts. Cleveland was arrested in Georgia earlier this year on suspicion of drunken driving. The Ravens later re-signed him. This is his fifth season with the team. Baltimore took him in the third round of the 2021 draft out of Georgia. Ravens OL Ben Cleveland suspended 3 games for violating the NFL's policy on substances of abuse The league announced the suspension Monday. The 27-year-old Cleveland has appeared in 10 games this season with no starts. Cleveland was arrested in Georgia earlier this year on suspicion of drunken driving. The Ravens later re-signed him. This is his fifth season with the team. Baltimore took him…...

9+ min ago (171+ words) Jason Pierre-Paul hasn't played in an NFL game in two years, but he might not be done just yet. Jason Pierre-Paul worked out for the Buccaneers today Jason Pierre-Paul hasn't played in an NFL game in two years, but he might not be done just yet. Pierre-Paul worked out for the Buccaneers today, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. The 36-year-old Pierre-Paul played defensive end for the Giants, Buccaneers, Ravens, Saints and Dolphins from 2010 to 2023. He was a first-team All-Pro once, a Pro Bowler three times, and a two-time Super Bowl winner. Pierre-Paul has said on social media that he is working out and remains in great shape, but it seems like a long shot that he could come back from two years off and contribute to the Buccaneers down the stretch. Still, they're taking a look as they…...

9+ min ago (171+ words) Jason Pierre-Paul hasn't played in an NFL game in two years, but he might not be done just yet. Jason Pierre-Paul worked out for the Buccaneers today Jason Pierre-Paul hasn't played in an NFL game in two years, but he might not be done just yet. Pierre-Paul worked out for the Buccaneers today, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. The 36-year-old Pierre-Paul played defensive end for the Giants, Buccaneers, Ravens, Saints and Dolphins from 2010 to 2023. He was a first-team All-Pro once, a Pro Bowler three times, and a two-time Super Bowl winner. Pierre-Paul has said on social media that he is working out and remains in great shape, but it seems like a long shot that he could come back from two years off and contribute to the Buccaneers down the stretch. Still, they're taking a look as they…...

10+ min ago (579+ words) Our NFL expert offers his Eagles vs Chargers predictions, picks, and odds for Monday Night Football, as two 8-4 teams meet at 8:15pm EST (12/8). Despite having surgery on his non-throwing hand this week, Los Angeles Chargers (+115) QB Justin Herbert will likely play tonight against the Philadelphia Eagles (-2), who have lost two games in a row. With Herbert limited, Eagles -2 (-110) is an intriguing bet. All odds are courtesy of US Sportsbooks, correct at the time of publishing, and subject to change. Los Angeles Chargers rookie running back Omarion Hampton is set to return from an ankle injury to make his first appearance since Week 5. I expect he'll be eased back into the offense, especially given Kimani Vidal's performance in the 31-14 Week 14 win against the Raiders. Vidal picked up a career-high 126 rushing yards last Sunday and exploded for a 59-yard touchdown run. He's scored…...