Barkley needs 101 yards to break the NFL’s single-season rushing record held by Eric Dickerson.
The Philadelphia Eagles are locked in as the NFC’s second seed and don’t really need to play their starters this upcoming weekend. But they can help one of their starters achieve NFL history by playing him. In his first season with the Eagles, running back Saquon Barkley, is 101 yards away from breaking Eric Dickerson’s single-season rushing record. So should the Eagles risk injuries to achieve this feat? Check out what the San Francisco 49ers, Baltimore Ravens, and other NFL teams are talking about in our roundup.
AFC EAST:
New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)
Patriots players circle wagons after ‘Fire Mayo’ chants vs. Chargers – Pats Pulpit
The Patriots were blown out 40-7 by the Chargers in Week 17.
New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)
Rex Ryan says he “expects” to speak with Jets about head coaching vacancy – Gang Green Nation
Former Jets head coach Rex Ryan hasn’t been shy about his desire to once again become the current Jets head coach. He has been openly campaigning for the job in the media for months. During an…
Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)
Takeaways: Josh Allen, Bills defense combine for a Buffalo bludgeoning of Jets – Buffalo Rumblings
Josh Allen is the MVP of the NFL and the Bills’ defense really stepped up.
AFC NORTH:
Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)
Ravens run into record books and 4 more takeaways from historical win over Texans – Baltimore Beatdown
Some questions were answered while others came into focus on Christmas night.
Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)
3 things the Steelers need to improve in Week 18 vs. Bengals as confidence craters – Behind the Steel Curtain
The Steelers lost in ugly fashion to the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day, falling 29-10 at home to lose a third straight game.
Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)
Orlando Brown Jr. playing with a broken leg; calls his injury ‘extremely unique’ – Cincy Jungle
A somewhat surprising update on the left tackle after he returned to the lineup against the Broncos.
Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)
Browns, Dolphins Winners & Losers: DTR, Myles Garrett, Isaiah McGuire among Week 17’s notables – Dawgs By Nature
Browns vs Dolphins kept one team in the NFL playoff chase, helped the other’s NFL draft order position
AFC SOUTH:
Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)
The Day After the Day After: The Baltimore Ravens’ ruining of Christmas for the Houston Texans – Battle Red Blog
Really, really, really not what the home crowd at NRG Stadium wanted for Christmas. At least…Beyonce???
Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)
Titans must strongly consider selecting QB in 2025 NFL Draft – Music City Miracles
The Titans are now slated to earn the No. 2 pick. Should they take a QB?
Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)
Jacksonville Jaguars sweep Tennessee Titans with 20-13 Week 17 victory – Big Cat Country
The Jaguars took an early lead and never looked back in Sunday’s 20-13 victory over the Titans, wrapping up the 2024 EverBank Stadium home slate.
Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)
Pat McAfee goes scorched earth on the state of the Indianapolis Colts – Stampede Blue
The former Colts Punter and current sports media superstar took to Twitter/X to air out his grievances with the state of the organization.
AFC WEST:
Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)
Denver Broncos’ offense is not playing complementary football – Mile High Report
There is a problem in Denver. While fixable, its still a problem and is costing the Denver Broncos games now.
Los Angeles Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)
Chargers-Patriots final score, highlights, and recap – Bolts From The Blue
Justin Herbert, Ladd McConkey, and a host of other Chargers set career highs in 37-7 victory over the Patriots to clinch playoff berth.
Las Vegas Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)
Raiders-Saints score: Las Vegas wins, now slotted to pick 8th in draft – Silver And Black Pride
The Las Vegas Raiders beat the host New Orleans Saints 25-10 in Week 17 on Sunday. They are now projected to draft 8th.
Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)
The 2024 Chiefs have made history — and hope to make more – Arrowhead Pride
The team has proven they can overcome adversity; now, they just have to complete the job.
NFC EAST:
New York Giants (via Big Blue View)
‘Kudos & Wet Willies’: Lots of praise to be awarded after Giants’ only home victory of 2024 – Big Blue View
Who played well, and who did not against the Colts?
Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)
Should the Eagles let Saquon Barkley chase NFL history in Week 18? – Bleeding Green Nation
Philadelphia’s running back is 101 yards shy of breaking the single-season rushing record.
Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)
Dallas Cowboys blowout emphasizes CeeDee Lamb’s importance to team – Blogging The Boys
The Dallas Cowboys offense couldn’t get anything going against the Eagles without their star receiver on Sunday.
Washington Commanders (via Hogs Haven)
The Washington Commanders have clinched a spot in the playoffs – Hogs Haven
PLAYOFFS!!!
NFC NORTH:
Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)
Week 17 Game Highlights and Lowlights: Packers vs. Vikings – Acme Packing Company
All the highlights and lowlights as the Packers close out their 2024 series against the Vikings.
Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)
4 winners, 2 losers in Lions’ 40-34 win against the San Francisco 49ers – Pride Of Detroit
The Detroit Lions get their revenge against the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football, winning 40-34. Who stood out for good and bad reasons for Detroit?
Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)
The Bears are failing Caleb Williams – Windy City Gridiron
Williams has a lot of work to do on his game, but the Bears have hurt him more than he’s hurt them.
Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)
Minnesota Vikings 27, Green Bay Packers 25: Vikings Keep Control of Their Destiny – Daily Norseman
Another one for the favorite team of cardiac surgeons everywhere
NFC SOUTH:
New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)
What we learned from Saints vs. Raiders – Canal Street Chronicles
The Saints fell to 5-11 after being dominated by the 4-12 Raiders.
Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)
Penix to Pitts redemption touchdown was a thing of beauty, even in a loss – The Falcoholic
The rookie connecting with the much-maligned tight end was one of the plays of the night.
Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)
Former Panthers Steve Smith Sr and Luke Kuechly are 2025 Hall of Fame finalists – Cat Scratch Reader
Two Panthers greats get their shot at Canton
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Week 17 Top Performers vs. Carolina Panthers – Bucs Nation
The Bucs take care of business on all fronts.
NFC WEST:
San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)
49ers news: Brock Purdy suffers an injury to his right elbow versus Lions – Niners Nation
49ers QB Brock Purdy did not return to the game after leaving with just under 2 minutes to play.
Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)
LAR 13 ARI 9: ROTB Questions – Revenge of the Birds
Here are 8 questions for our ROTB members
Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)
The Seattle Seahawks’ inability to beat top teams costs them again – Field Gulls
If you don’t ever beat the best, you won’t belong with the best.
Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)
Rams clinch NFC West title, playoff berth, 3-seed in postseason – Turf Show Times
Rising from a 1-4 start, the Rams have another division title under Sean McVay