Two TDs for Wilson in win over mistake-prone Browns
NFL, Sports
December 9, 2024
They expanded their lead to two games in the AFC North Division. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Heyward has been on good teams before. Ones that have captured divisions. Ones that have won playoff games, thoug...
Darnold sets two new career highs as Vikings win
NFL, Sports
December 9, 2024
He threw for 347 yards and five TDs in the 42-21 victory. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Sam Darnold tossed aside his stoic demeanor for a moment after realizing he was on the videoboard, aggressively twirling a ...
Barkley has Dickerson’s NFL rushing mark in his sights
NFL, Sports
December 9, 2024
He needs 483 yards in the Eagles’ final four games to break the record. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Saquon Barkley knew the Eagles season rushing record could be his on Sunday with the type of stellar perform...
Watt ready to reduce snap count with Highsmith’s return
NFL, Sports
By By KEVIN GORMAN TribLive 
December 7, 2024
He’s expected to start Sunday against the Browns. One Pittsburgh Steeler is ready for the return of Alex Highsmith after he missed three games with an ankle injury. It should come as no surprise it’s ...
Pickens, Newsome prepared to battle again Sunday
NFL, Sports
December 7, 2024
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens doesn’t appear too worried about a rematch with Cleveland defensive back Greg Newsome II. Two weeks after Pickens and Newsome ended C...
Steelers look to avoid another letdown
NFL, Sports
December 6, 2024
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The video is still fresh. So is the frustration for the Pittsburgh Steelers. A chance to take firm control of the AFC North evaporated in the snow in Cleveland two weeks ago, when Ja...
Pro Picks: Falcons will upset Vikings in Cousins’ return
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AP PRO PICKS
By By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer 
December 6, 2024
Six division matchups and Kirk Cousins’ return to Minnesota highlight a lighter Week 14 schedule. Six teams aren’t playing as the NFL wraps up its final week of byes before going to a full slate over ...
Heyward, 35, earns top grade among defensive tackles
NFL, Sports
By By KEVIN GORMAN TribLive 
December 5, 2024
He leads the league with seven passes batted down and is in the top 10 in four other categories. Cameron Heyward accepted that he had lost the Ohio State-Michigan bet — one he initiated with rookie wi...
Keeanu Benton takes the spotlight on ‘Hard Knocks’
NFL, Sports
By By KEVIN GORMAN TribLive 
December 5, 2024
The defensive tackle delivered an inspirational speech to his teammates. Pittsburgh Steelers second- year defensive tackle Keeanu Benton knew the NFL Films cameras would be present when he spoke to hi...
NFL, Sports
December 5, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) — The NFL and the NFL players association upheld Houston linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair’s three-game suspension without pay for repeated violations of player safety rules following his viole...
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Micah Hyde rejoins Bills after being signed to practice squad
December 5, 2024
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars shut down quarterback Trevor Lawrence for the rest of the season following his latest concussion. With the Jaguars (2-10) eliminated from playoff con...
Tomlin sees ‘serial killer mentality’ in Porter Jr.
NFL, Sports
By By KEVIN GORMAN Trib Total Media 
December 5, 2024
Joey Porter Jr. has drawn as much attention for his penalties as his pass coverage, but Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin continues to defend the second-year cornerback’s play. Even after Porter d...
Allen, Winston create statistical firsts with performances
NFL, Sports
INSIDE THE NUMBERS
By By JOSH DUBOW AP Pro Football Writer 
December 5, 2024
Josh Allen and Jameis Winston delivered signature performances in prime time that define their styles of play. Allen used his athleticism, creativity and a statistical quirk to become the first quarte...
Wilson, Steelers’ offense are cookin’
NFL, Sports
December 4, 2024
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Squint your eyes a little bit, and it could have been 2014, not 2024. Russell Wilson drifting to his right. The Cincinnati pass rush closing in. Time running out. Then a quick flick ...
Garrett determined to be the best
NFL, Sports
December 4, 2024
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Myles Garrett didn’t know he had joined a prestigious list of defensive stars last week until one of his biggest fans pointed it out to him. “My dad was hyped about it,” he said. Fo...
Tomlin expects Highsmith to return against Cleveland
NFL, Sports
By By KEVIN GORMAN Trib Total Media 
December 4, 2024
The prospect of having a full complement of outside linebackers — an injury-plagued position for the Pittsburgh Steelers this season — made Mike Tomlin flash a smile during his weekly news conference....
Goodell, Harris meet about RFK stadium site
NFL, Sports
December 4, 2024
WASHINGTON (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Washington Commanders controlling owner Josh Harris met with congressional lawmakers Monday on Capitol Hill as efforts push forward to secure acces...
NFL, Sports
December 4, 2024
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston’s Azeez Al-Shaair was suspended by the NFL without pay for three games Tuesday for repeated violations of player safety rules following his violent hit to the head of Jacksonvil...
Jeudy turns in 235-yard performance in Denver return
NFL, Sports
December 4, 2024
DENVER (AP) — The boos only brought out the best in Jerry Jeudy as he returned to Denver. “They only boo you,” Jeudy reasoned, “when they know there’s something great in you.” The explosive Cleveland ...
Wilson giving Steelers elite quarterback play
NFL, Sports
By By CHRIS ADAMSKI Trib Total Media 
December 3, 2024
CINCINNATI — Pat Freiermuth didn’t even let the reporter finish the question. In the visitors’ locker room at Paycor Stadium not long after his team’s victory Sunday, Freiermuth was asked about Russel...