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New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Cowboys seek first road win vs. Saints since 2009

By The Associated Press 13 hrs ago

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (28) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
AFC has record 12 teams at .500 or better through Week 12

By Josh Dubow 22 hrs ago

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel celebrates during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Streaking 49ers lose Warner, Samuel for at least 1 week

By Josh Dubow Nov. 29, 2021 07:44 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) acknowledges fans after an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Denver. The Eagles won 30-13. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Jalen Hurts, Eagles look to start a winning streak vs Saints

By The Associated Press Nov. 18, 2021 01:33 PM EST

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill, center, reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
AFC leading Titans host Saints looking for 6th straight win

By The Associated Press Nov. 11, 2021 12:51 PM EST

New Orleans Saints quarterback Trevor Siemian (15) passes in the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
Saints seek 4th straight win vs Falcons, but with new QB

By The Associated Press Nov. 04, 2021 03:34 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) celebrates with wide receiver Mike Evans (13) after Evans couaght a touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Bucs, Saints both ride winning streaks into NFC South clash

By The Associated Press Oct. 28, 2021 01:34 PM EDT

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Jan. 19, 2021 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 20 1891 — The International YMCA in Springfield, Mass. is the site of the first official basketball game. Peach baskets were used, but...

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Jan. 14, 2021 03:59 PM EST
Jan. 20 1891 — The International YMCA in Springfield, Mass. is the site of the first official basketball game. Peach baskets were used, but...

Defending NFC champ 49ers look to avoid 0-2 start vs. Jets

By The Associated Press Sep. 17, 2020 05:54 PM EDT
SAN FRANCISCO (0-1) at NEW YORK JETS (0-1) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE - 49ers by 7 1/2 ...

FILE - In this Nov. 7, 1989, file photo, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jerry Rice runs past New Orleans Saints' Toi Cook for a touchdown in the first half of an NFL football game at Candlestick Park in San Francisco. Rice set records with 1,549 catches, 22,895 yards receiving and 208 TDs, while helping the Niners win three Super Bowl titles. (AP Photo/Martha Jane Stanton, File)
A look at the best and worst in 49ers draft history

By Josh Dubow Apr. 21, 2020 07:18 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Carolina Panthers' Christian McCaffrey runs during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, in Indianapolis. McCaffrey's versatility and superb statistics helped him to a rare double: The Carolina Panthers running back has made The Associated Press NFL All-Pro Team at two positions. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
AP source: Panthers make McCaffrey highest-paid running back

By Steve Reed Apr. 13, 2020 05:00 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Carolina Panthers' Christian McCaffrey runs during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, in Indianapolis. McCaffrey's versatility and superb statistics helped him to a rare double: The Carolina Panthers running back has made The Associated Press NFL All-Pro Team at two positions. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Panthers' McCaffrey pulls out of Pro Bowl; Kamara in

Jan. 16, 2020 10:29 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2019, file photo, Philadelphia Eagles' Jay Ajayi (28) tries to break free from Seattle Seahawks' Bobby Wagner during the second half of an NFL football game in Philadelphia. Wagner was named to The Associated Press' All-Pro Team for the fifth time. (AP Photo/Michael Perez, File)
McCaffrey a double All-Pro pick; Gilmore, Thomas unanimous

By Barry Wilner Jan. 03, 2020 12:07 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens defensive back Chuck Clark, left, brings down Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Vance McDonald during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
ICYMI: Winston joins group of one _ the 30 TD-30 INT club

By Eddie Pells Dec. 30, 2019 02:29 AM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett (58) celebrates with cornerback Carlton Davis (33) at Barrett sacked Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
NFL Today, Week 17

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 10:23 PM EST

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (22) breaks a tackle during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019. McCaffrey broke a record on the play to become the third player in NFL history to tally 1000 rushing and 1000 receiving yards in the same season. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
McCaffrey races into NFL history in Panthers' down season

By Steve Reed Dec. 29, 2019 06:25 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick celebrates his winning touchdown pass to Mike Gesicki in the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Dolphins stun Pats; Chiefs top Chargers to grab bye in AFC

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 05:58 PM EST

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) and fullback Ricky Ortiz (30) celebrate Kamara's touchdown against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
Saints finish 13-3 but miss out on first-round bye

By Steve Reed Dec. 29, 2019 04:59 PM EST

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
The Latest: Eagles in playoffs, claim NFC East after victory

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 11:47 AM EST