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Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa (97) tackles Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8), causing a fumble, during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Chargers' Bosa, Tillery placed in NFL's COVID-19 protocol

Nov. 16, 2021 06:57 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt (90) is helped off the field after being injured during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Roethlisberger, Watt may play; Fitzpatrick likely out

Nov. 16, 2021 03:46 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) catches a pass while defended by Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Tevaughn Campbell (20) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Go-for-it Vikings get results from increased aggression

By Dave Campbell Nov. 15, 2021 06:48 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Staley, Chargers seeking more consistency on offense

By Joe Reedy Nov. 15, 2021 06:21 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (32) is tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Steelers DB Minkah Fitzpatrick placed on COVID-19 list

Nov. 15, 2021 05:09 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift, top, gets past Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Alex Highsmith (56) during the second half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
What next? Steelers' defense struggling with consistency

By Will Graves Nov. 15, 2021 11:27 AM EST

Seattle Seahawks' Russell Wilson is sacked by Green Bay Packers' Preston Smith during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won 17-0. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash)
Analysis: Wilson shut out for 1st time on surprising NFL day

By Rob Maaddi Nov. 15, 2021 02:15 AM EST

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Darius Slay (2) runs back a fumble recovery for a touchdown against the Denver Broncos during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
NFL Today, Week 10

By The Associated Press Nov. 14, 2021 10:27 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers running back Larry Rountree III (35) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
With problems all around, Herbert's Bolts take 3rd loss in 4

By Greg Beacham Nov. 14, 2021 09:30 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Nick Vigil (59) puts pressure on Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10), who throws an incomplete pass during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Cousins throws 2 TDs, Vikings bounce back to beat Chargers

By Joe Reedy Nov. 14, 2021 07:49 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) takes off on a 26-yard scramble during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Rudolph's spot start a mixed bag in messy tie with Lions

By Will Graves Nov. 14, 2021 07:24 PM EST

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) rolls out while looking to pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Comedy of errors as Steelers, Lions slog to 16-16 tie

By Will Graves Nov. 14, 2021 05:06 PM EST

Fans use blue smoke outside of SoFi Stadium before an NFL football game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Chargers 11/14/2021

Nov. 14, 2021 03:31 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks' Russell Wilson looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
The Latest: Packers blank Seahawks, retake 1st place in NFC

By The Associated Press Nov. 14, 2021 11:16 AM EST

Linebacker Murray activated off injured reserve by Chargers

Nov. 13, 2021 05:04 PM EST
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. was activated off injured reserve by the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday. The team placed cornerback...

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley watches action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
4th down aggressiveness increasing rapidly across NFL

By Josh Dubow Nov. 12, 2021 05:41 AM EST

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) runs with the ball past Philadelphia Eagles safety Marcus Epps (22) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Chargers can certainly relate to Vikings' tough-luck season

By Joe Reedy Nov. 11, 2021 06:46 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) rolls out of the pocket before throwing a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Victory over Eagles would give Broncos a sweep of NFC East

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 11, 2021 06:23 PM EST

FILE - Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) dives to score a touchdown against Tampa Bay Buccaneers inside linebackers Kevin Minter (51) and Lavonte David (54) during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021, in Landover, Md. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers return to where their playoff run to the Super Bowl started when they visit Washington. The Buccaneers are a 9½-point favorite. But Brady says he and his teammates cannot just expect to walk onto the field and win. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
Buccaneers visit Washington in rematch of wild-card game

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 11, 2021 04:03 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Prescott, Burrow among NFL's top comeback candidates in 2021

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 11, 2021 01:59 PM EST