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FILE - Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth (77) walks back to the locker room after the team defeats the Detroit Lions in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. Age is a funny thing in the NFL, where many players are considered “over the hill” in their 30s. And even younger, depending on the position you play. Rams left tackle Andrew Whitworth turns 40 in five weeks — on Dec. 12, fittingly an NFL Sunday. And Los Angeles is off that day with a Monday night game at Arizona, so Whitworth can celebrate with a few naps and then get to bed early. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
Andrew Whitworth's 40 time is only getting better for Rams

By Greg Beacham Dec. 09, 2021 06:40 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. makes a touchdown catch over Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Nevin Lawson during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Cardinals try to capture road magic at home on MNF vs. Rams

By David Brandt Dec. 09, 2021 05:10 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray carries the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)
Cardinals try to clinch playoff spot with win versus Rams

By The Associated Press Dec. 09, 2021 02:49 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) celebrates during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Chiefs aim for sixth straight win as Raiders come calling

By Dave Skretta Dec. 09, 2021 02:15 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson looks to pass against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 14

By Brandon Gdula Dec. 09, 2021 12:38 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts' Jonathan Taylor (28) is tackled by Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Sean Murphy-Bunting (23) and Lavonte David (54) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Mahomes among 5 champions recognized for sportsmanship

Dec. 09, 2021 11:40 AM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Dec. 09, 2021 11:03 AM EST
Dec. 10 1939 — The Green Bay Packers register the first shutout in an NFL championship game by beating the New York Giants 27-0. 1961 —...

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (38) intercepts a pass as teammate Tyrann Mathieu (32) watches late in the second half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Chiefs' Mathieu making important plays on and off the field

By Dave Skretta Dec. 08, 2021 03:29 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) is tackled by Detroit Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs (39) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Cards' Conner, Vikings' Jefferson among best bets to score

By Dorian Colbert Dec. 08, 2021 12:48 PM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones, left, hands off to cornerback J.C. Jackson during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., Monday, Dec. 6, 2021. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Patriots throw fewest passes in an NFL game since 1974

By Josh Dubow Dec. 08, 2021 02:18 AM EST

The Arizona Cardinals celebrates around defensive end Zach Allen after Allen's pass of Chicago Bears quarterback Andy Dalton during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Chicago. The Cardinals won 33-22. (AP Photo/David Banks)
Cards, Pack, Bucs, Pats, Chiefs still top 5 in AP Pro32 poll

By Simmi Buttar Dec. 07, 2021 08:58 PM EST

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku, center right, is congratulated by offensive tackle Blake Hance (62), running back Nick Chubb (24) and wide receiver Jarvis Landry (80) after Njoku caught a touchdown pass against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
Browns place Njoku on COVID-19 list, could miss Ravens game

By Tom Withers Dec. 07, 2021 08:36 PM EST

Henry and Mathieu among 32 NFL Man of the Year nominees

By Barry Wilner Dec. 07, 2021 08:50 AM EST
Derrick Henry and Tyrann Mathieu, 2020 All-Pro players, are among the 32 men chosen as finalists for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. Each...

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (10) calls signals during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., Monday, Dec. 6, 2021. (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex)
Analysis: Patriots' downfall after Brady lasted one season

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 07, 2021 02:29 AM EST

The Arizona Cardinals celebrates around defensive end Zach Allen after Allen's pass of Chicago Bears quarterback Andy Dalton during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Chicago. The Cardinals won 33-22. (AP Photo/David Banks)
Cardinals' nose for takeaways big reason for 10-2 record

By David Brandt Dec. 06, 2021 04:59 PM EST

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Dec. 06, 2021 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 7 1973 — Jerry West of Los Angeles sets an NBA record with 10 steals in the Lakers’ 115-111 loss to the Seattle Supersonics. ...

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) celebrates as he leaves the field following an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
NFL Today, Week 14

By The Associated Press Dec. 05, 2021 09:22 PM EST

Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (32) spins out of the attempted tackle by Arizona Cardinals cornerback Robert Alford during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Dalton's interceptions send Bears to loss against Cardinals

By Gene Chamberlain Dec. 05, 2021 07:01 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner runs to the end zone for a touchdown as Chicago Bears safety Tashaun Gipson pursues during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Murray throws for 2 TDs, runs for 2 as Cardinals beat Bears

By Andrew Seligman Dec. 05, 2021 04:23 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray smiles as he warms up before an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)
Arizona Cardinals at Chicago Bears 12/5/2021

Dec. 05, 2021 12:47 PM EST