Bucs take 'unacceptable' loss to Saints, leaving NFC South title unclaimed
The Bucs missed an opportunity to clinch, keeping three NFC South teams in contention going into the final week of the regular season.DECEMBER 31, 2023
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With Falcons on outside looking in, why didn't they do more at QB?
Atlanta seems destined to continue its playoff drought, which is directly tied to its quarterback drought. So why haven't the Falcons aimed...DECEMBER 28, 2023
Bucs' success could lead to new deal for Baker Mayfield; what might that look like?
The Bucs are closing in on an unlikely division title, and Baker Mayfield's leadership could set him up to be their QB far beyond 2023.DECEMBER 28, 2023
NFC South playoff race: Bucs have easy path, but Falcons, Saints still alive
The NFC South is still up for grabs with two weeks left, though the Bucs have the easiest path to clinching — and hosting a playoff game.DECEMBER 27, 2023
9 things we learned in NFL Week 16: Browns' secret weapon; Bills' bumpy ride
Can the beat-up Browns ride Amari Cooper to a playoff run? Can the streaky Bills ride the Josh Allen wave? Here are nine things we learned i...DECEMBER 26, 2023
Bucs win fourth straight game, look to clinch NFC South title next week
Baker Mayfield and the surging Bucs routed the reeling Jaguars and could clinch a division title next week with a win over the Saints.DECEMBER 25, 2023
Slow start dooms Saints, who no longer control playoff destiny after loss to Rams
The Saints, trying to stay in playoff contention, struggled Thursday night in a loss to the Rams that leaves them needing help to make the p...DECEMBER 22, 2023
NFC South playoff scenarios: Bucs, Saints in control, but division still up for grabs
With three weeks left, Tampa Bay and New Orleans still control their destiny for a division title, but the Falcons remain in the hunt.DECEMBER 21, 2023
2024 NFL Pro Bowl picks: The best NFC, AFC players at every position
Which NFL players most deserve to be honored with a spot in the 2024 Pro Bowl Games? Our NFL staff voted on the most deserving NFC and AFC p...DECEMBER 21, 2023
Saints' fate is in their hands as last 3 games come against fellow bubble teams
New Orleans is still tied for first in the NFC South but needs a tough road win at Los Angeles to gain ground on a playoff berth.DECEMBER 20, 2023
Former NFL WR Antonio Brown sues movie producer, says he hasn't been paid
Former All-Pro wide receiver Antonio Brown claims he's owed $2 million for a proposed documentary series about him.DECEMBER 19, 2023
Struggling Falcons switch QBs again, benching Desmond Ridder for Taylor Heinicke
Atlanta will go back to Taylor Heinicke at quarterback Sunday against the Colts as the Falcons try to keep their playoff chances alive.DECEMBER 19, 2023
Falcons' playoff hopes nosedive with loss to lowly Panthers
Atlanta's 9-7 loss to Carolina means the Falcons now need help to win the NFC South, putting their playoff hopes in serious doubt.DECEMBER 17, 2023
Saints, Derek Carr still see path to playoffs: 'This is the time to get hot'
Despite a frustrating first season for Derek Carr and a 6-7 record, New Orleans still controls its playoff destiny with four games left.DECEMBER 14, 2023
Falcons WR Drake London had a career game. But why do TDs remain elusive?
Atlanta's second-year receiver reset his career highs for catches and yards Sunday but still hasn't scored a touchdown since Week 4.DECEMBER 13, 2023
Bucs TE Cade Otton making last-minute, go-ahead touchdowns his specialty
In two years with the Bucs, Cade Otton has as many touchdowns in the final minute of games as he does in the first 59 minutes of games.DECEMBER 12, 2023
10 things we learned in NFL Week 14: Cowboys' X-factor; Brandon Aiyuk's star turn
Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey is one of the league's best stories, while Brandon Aiyuk deserves his flowers. We go through what we learned i...DECEMBER 11, 2023
Shohei Ohtani and the 10 best free-agent sagas in sports: From Reggie White to Lionel Messi
Shohei Ohtani's signing with the Dodgers is the latest in a long line of dramatic free-agency periods. We go through ten of the biggest in s...DECEMBER 11, 2023
Bucs hold off Falcons 29-25, enjoy slim lead atop NFC South
With four weeks left, the NFC South has a three-way tie for first place — with the Bucs ahead by a tiebreaker after their win Sunday.DECEMBER 11, 2023
Bucs, WR Chris Godwin try to work out differences: 'Nobody's beefing'
Pair a dip in usage with some coach's comments that the receiver's wife took as an insult to him and you have an Insta controversy in Tampa.DECEMBER 7, 2023
Falcons lean on surging defense as Bucs loom in divisional showdown
Atlanta has four wins this year in which opponents have scored 15 or fewer points. The Falcons hope to add to that Sunday against the Bucs.DECEMBER 6, 2023
Bucs WR Mike Evans adding to strong case for Hall of Fame
With 10 straight 1,000-yard seasons and approaching his 100th career touchdown, Mike Evans is only adding to a résumé worthy of Canton.DECEMBER 5, 2023
9 things we learned in NFL Week 13: Eagles' defensive issues, Dak Prescott's MVP path
What is at the root of the Eagles' defensive problems? What is Dak Prescott's path to an MVP award? We go through what we learned in Week 13...DECEMBER 4, 2023
