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Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon (25) is hit by Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Tevaughn Campbell (37) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Better ground game would help settle Broncos QB Drew Lock

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 20, 2020 05:28 PM EST

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold, center left, looks on from the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Monday, Nov. 9, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. Jets quarterback Sam Darnold will be sidelined for a second straight game as he recovers from an injured right shoulder. Coach Adam Gase said Monday that Joe Flacco will start in Darnold's place when the winless Jets take on the Chargers in Los Angeles on Sunday.(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Darnold has 'good shot' at returning as Jets QB next week

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 20, 2020 01:55 PM EST

FILE - In this Monday, Nov. 9, 2020, file photo, New York Jets head coach Adam Gase walks on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in East Rutherford, N.J. The Los Angeles Chargers host the winless Jets on Sunday, in a midseason matchup of struggling teams. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin, File)
Winless Jets, reeling Chargers searching for any momentum

By Joe Reedy Nov. 19, 2020 06:44 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) looks to throw against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken)
Tagovailoa seeks only second 4-0 start by rookie in 40 years

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 19, 2020 05:45 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) looks to throw a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Bengals' Burrow vs. Washington's Young: Top two picks meet

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 19, 2020 05:26 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, New York Jets cornerback Brian Poole (34) chases a play during an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in East Rutherford, N.J. The Jets' suddenly thin and inexperienced secondary took another big hit. Veteran cornerback Brian Poole is having surgery on his injured shoulder, and coach Adam Gase confirmed Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, the he will be out the rest of the year. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Jets CB Poole having shoulder surgery, out for season

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 19, 2020 04:43 PM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Nov. 19, 2020 12:48 PM EST
Nov. 22 1875 — Harvard beats Yale 4-0 in the schools’ first football meeting. With 15 players on each side, the game is a mix of rugby and...

Winless Jets look to snap 3-game losing streak to Chargers

By The Associated Press Nov. 19, 2020 10:10 AM EST
NEW YORK JETS (0-9) at LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (2-7) Sunday, 4:05 p.m. ET, CBS OPENING LINE - Chargers by 10 1/2 ...

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) stands on the sidelines, during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Chargers' Herbert attracts attention for new haircut

By Joe Reedy Nov. 18, 2020 07:57 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) pulls in the game winning touchdown pass as Buffalo Bills free safety Jordan Poyer (21) and strong safety Micah Hyde (23) defend during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. The Cardinals won 32-20. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Lions' Swift, Cardinals' Hopkins among best bets to score

By Dorian Colbert Nov. 18, 2020 03:51 PM EST

Miami Dolphins defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah (91) walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. Ogbah is leading the charge for the Miami Dolphins’ defense. He has become a playmaker for a disruptive unit that ranks second in the NFL in takeaways per game and fourth in points allowed. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Ogbah's breakout season helps Dolphins join playoff race

By Steven Wine Nov. 18, 2020 02:22 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (32) running with the ball during an NFL football game against the Washington football team on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020 in Detroit. The Lions defeated the Washington Football team 30-27. (Detroit Lions via AP).
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 11

By Brandon C. Williams Nov. 18, 2020 12:24 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (32) avoids a tackle by Washington Football Team cornerback Jimmy Moreland (20) and inside linebacker Jon Bostic (53) before falling into the end zone for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to add include Swift, Winston

By Brandon C. Williams Nov. 17, 2020 01:20 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) stands on the sidelines, during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Chargers frustrated after third straight loss has them 2-7

By Joe Reedy Nov. 16, 2020 07:42 PM EST

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver (91) kneels after the Arizona Cardinals won an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. The Cardinals won 32-20. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
'Hail Murray' loss will linger through Bills' bye week off

By John Wawrow Nov. 16, 2020 04:51 PM EST

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold, center left, looks on from the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Monday, Nov. 9, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. Jets quarterback Sam Darnold will be sidelined for a second straight game as he recovers from an injured right shoulder. Coach Adam Gase said Monday that Joe Flacco will start in Darnold's place when the winless Jets take on the Chargers in Los Angeles on Sunday.(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Darnold out again for Jets, Flacco to start vs. Chargers

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 16, 2020 03:22 PM EST

Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) runs after intercepting a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Dolphins are in the hunt for first division title since 2008

By Steven Wine Nov. 16, 2020 02:53 PM EST

Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel (43) blocks a punt by Los Angeles Chargers punter Ty Long (1), during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Special teams mistakes costly as Chargers lose to Dolphins

By Steven Wine Nov. 15, 2020 09:31 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks to pass the football during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Dolphins earn 5th straight win by beating Chargers 29-21

By Paul Gereffi Nov. 15, 2020 07:31 PM EST

Miami Dolphins defensive back Nik Needham (40) sacks Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10), during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Los Angeles Chargers at Miami Dolphins 11/15/2020

Nov. 15, 2020 04:18 PM EST