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Kingsbury, Keim out as Cardinals Undergo Franchise Makeover

TEMPE, Ariz.—The Arizona Cardinals have fired coach Kliff Kingsbury and parted ways with general manager Steve Keim after a dreadful season that saw constant unwanted headlines, a serious knee injury to star quarterback Kyler Murray and lots of losing. The team confirmed the changes on Monday. “We have announced that head coach Kliff Kingsbury has…


Damar Hamlin Released From the Hospital After Cardiac Arrest

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin was released from a Cincinnati hospital on Monday about a week after he collapsed during a “Monday Night Football” game due to cardiac arrest, officials said. “We are thrilled and proud to share that Damar Hamlin has been released from the hospital and returned to Buffalo,” said the University of Cincinnati…


NFL Playoffs: Seahawks Are in Field After Lions Stun Packers

The NFL’s Week 18 saved its best drama for the final game of the weekend. The Detroit Lions—eliminated from playoff contention earlier Sunday when the Seahawks beat the Rams—pushed past their disappointment and played the role of a spoiler, rallying to beat Green Bay 20–16 on Sunday night, Jan. 8. The win denied quarterback Aaron Rodgers…


Seahawks Keep Postseason Hopes Alive, Top Rams 19–16 in Overtime

SEATTLE—Within minutes of the Seattle Seahawks winning to maintain their playoff hopes, the video boards inside Lumen Field flashed a message. “Go Lions.” Go Lions, indeed. Jason Myers kicked a 32-yard field goal midway through overtime, and the Seahawks beat the Los Angeles Rams 19–16 on Sunday, Jan. 8, to put their postseason fate in…


Wilson, Broncos Beat Herbert, Playoff-Bound Chargers 31–28

DENVER—Russell Wilson threw three touchdown passes, Justin Simmons forced two fumbles and the Denver Broncos dodged a franchise-worst 13th loss with a 31–28 victory over the playoff-bound Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Jan.8. The Chargers (10–7) knew before kickoff they were locked into the fifth AFC playoff seed with a first-round game looming at Jacksonville,…


Bills Fans Honor Hamlin With Giant Get-Well Card

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y.—A mere store-bought get-well card wasn’t enough for Bills fan Ryan Magnuson to show his support for Buffalo safety Damar Hamlin. The owner of a sign shop, Magnuson took the next step by designing a 4-by-10-foot canvas card, which he erected at the foot of the Bills stadium entrance for all to see—and…


Damar Hamlin Still Critical, Posts Thanks for Prayers

Days after his on-field collapse, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin remains in critical condition but wrote Sunday that he was thankful for the outpouring of prayers and support. “It’s GameDay & There’s Nothing I Want More Than To Be Running Out That Tunnel With My Brothers,” he wrote alongside a video on Sunday. “God Using…


Tailgate Party Before NFL Game Between Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots

A tailgate party will begin at 10 a.m. ET on Jan. 8. Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin remains on the minds of fans and players ahead of their game against the New England Patriots. …


Fans Hold Tailgate Party Before NFL Game Between Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots

A tailgate party is held in Orchard Park, New York, on Sunday, ahead an NFL game between Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots. The game is scheduled to start at 1 p.m. ET. Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who collapsed during a game between Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals last week, remains on the minds of fans…


NFL Playoffs: Packed Week 18 Slate Will Decide Playoff Field

The NFL’s Week 18 slate of games is a must-watch for anyone who enjoys high-stakes football, as long as they also enjoy elements of scoreboard-watching and slightly convoluted playoff tiebreakers. It’s been an eventful week for players and fans, who watched in horror Monday night as Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field…