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Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) carries the ball and is tackled by Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Chidobe Awuzie during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Packers-Niners renew now familiar NFL rivalry on Sunday

By Barry Wilner Sep. 24, 2021 12:57 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 26, 2020, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback wide receiver warms up before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Foxborough, Mass. Edelman will soon be back on the field where his NFL career began and ultimately ended. The Patriots are set honor Edelman during halftime of their game against the New Orleans Saints after the former receiver announced his retirement in April following 11 NFL seasons — all in New England. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
Edelman says return to Gillette Stadium will 'hit my soul'

By Kyle Hightower Sep. 23, 2021 06:31 PM EDT

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry is stopped just short of the goal line by Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks (56) and Seattle Seahawks defensive end Kerry Hyder (51) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Seattle. Henry scored on the next play and the extra point was good to tie the game at 30. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Titans can grab AFC South edge, put Colts in deeper hole

By Teresa M. Walker Sep. 23, 2021 05:53 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
For Cousins and winless Vikings, nemesis Seahawks are next

By Dave Campbell Sep. 23, 2021 04:58 PM EDT

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Sep. 23, 2021 03:44 PM EDT
Sept. 24 1930 — The Portsmouth Spartans beat the Brooklyn Dodgers 12-0 in the first NFL game played under floodlights. More than 6,000 fans...

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Sep. 23, 2021 03:40 PM EDT
Sept. 28 1920 — A Chicago grand jury indicts eight members of the Chicago White Sox on charges of fixing the 1919 World Series, known as...

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Sep. 23, 2021 03:34 PM EDT
Sept. 24 1930 — The Portsmouth Spartans beat the Brooklyn Dodgers 12-0 in the first NFL game played under floodlights. More than 6,000 fans...

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey pushes away from New Orleans Saints outside linebacker Demario Davis during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 3

By Brandon Gdula Sep. 23, 2021 03:16 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (14) celebrates with teammates after his touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
LA Rams host Buccaneers in early meeting of NFC contenders

By Greg Beacham Sep. 23, 2021 12:40 PM EDT

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull )
Prescott, Cowboys' No. 4 offense face Eagles' 4th-ranked D

By The Associated Press Sep. 23, 2021 11:32 AM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Vikings aim to stop 7-game skid vs. Wilson, Seahawks

By The Associated Press Sep. 23, 2021 10:46 AM EDT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett talks to reporters, Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021, in Renton, Wash. The Seahawks are scheduled to play the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday in an NFL football game. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Seahawks' Lockett shies away from attention after hot start

By Tim Booth Sep. 22, 2021 06:59 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (33) avoids the tackles of Arizona Cardinals linebacker Zaven Collins during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Vikings' Cook shows toughness after physical game in Arizona

By Brian Hall Sep. 22, 2021 06:44 PM EDT

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) rushes against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Seattle. The Titans won 33-30 in overtime. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Titans' Henry, Seahawks' Lockett among best bets to score

By Dorian Colbert Sep. 22, 2021 01:35 PM EDT

FILE - This Oct. 30, 2016, file photo shows Denver Broncos outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware (94) smiling prior to an NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers in Denver. Ten first-year eligible players, including defensive standout DeMarcus Ware, are among 122 nominees for the 2022 class of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, announced Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021.(AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Ware, Mathis among 1st-year eligibles for Pro Football Hall

Sep. 22, 2021 01:01 PM EDT

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson gets up after being sacked during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Rookie NFL quarterbacks struggling through 1st 2 weeks

By Josh Dubow Sep. 22, 2021 03:06 AM EDT

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) tries to pass against the Tennessee Titans in overtime of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Seattle. The Titans won 33-30. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Seahawks' stumble was collective breakdown in fourth quarter

By Tim Booth Sep. 20, 2021 07:43 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings kicker Greg Joseph (1) walks to the sidelines after missing a game-winning field goal attempt against the Arizona Cardinals after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. The Cardinals won 34-33. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Hexed? Vexed? Vikings try to stay on track after missed kick

By Dave Campbell Sep. 20, 2021 07:03 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Mike Edwards (32) looks back after intercepting a pass by Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) and returning it for a score during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Backup defenders making impact for defending SB champions

By Fred Goodall Sep. 20, 2021 02:58 PM EDT

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill reacts as he runs off the field after his team beat the Seattle Seahawks 33-30 in overtime of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Titans believe they found themselves on road in OT comeback

By Teresa M. Walker Sep. 20, 2021 02:20 PM EDT