By Gemini Sports Desk | Published: January 8, 2026 Key Takeaways The Big Call: Pete Prisco predicts the Jacksonville Jaguars will defeat the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LX. Wildcard Weekend: The Packers are tipped to upset the Bears, while the Rams are expected to handle the Panthers easily. The “Dark Horse”: Despite a history of struggles, Prisco calls Jacksonville the “hottest team” entering the postseason. JACKSONVILLE — The NFL playoffs are here, and the brackets are busted before kickoff. CBS Sports Senior Insider Pete Prisco just dropped his postseason predictions, and he didn’t just pick a winner—he threw a …

  By Senior NFL Insider | Published: January 7, 2026 Key Takeaways The Harbaugh Effect: Fired after 18 seasons in Baltimore, John Harbaugh is already fielding calls from two teams that haven’t even fired their current coaches yet. Stefanski to Nashville? Insiders view former Browns coach Kevin Stefanski as a prime target for the Tennessee Titans to pair with QB Cam Ward. Defensive Risers: Vikings DC Brian Flores and Chargers DC Jesse Minter are heating up as top “culture-setter” candidates. NEW YORK — The NFL playoffs haven’t even started, but the league’s other season—the hiring cycle—is already spinning at maximum …

  By Senior College Football Editor | Published: January 7, 2026 Key Takeaways The Big Stat: Indiana’s running backs outgained the entire Alabama team 407 yards to 190 in the Rose Bowl. The Breakout Star: Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss—a Division 2 transfer—has averaged over 300 passing yards in his last four games. The Pass Rush: Miami’s defense has racked up 12 sacks in just two playoff games, on pace to shatter postseason records. GLENDALE, Ariz. — The 2026 College Football Playoff has shredded every preseason bracket. We are left with a Final Four that features two programs searching for …

  By Senior NFL Editor | Published: January 4, 2026 Key Takeaways Top Dogs: The Seattle Seahawks (14-3) and Denver Broncos have secured the No. 1 seeds and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. The Rematch: The Philadelphia Eagles will host the San Francisco 49ers in a heavyweight Wild Card clash of struggling titans. Upset Alert: The 5th-seeded Los Angeles Rams open as road favorites against the NFC South champion Carolina Panthers. NEW YORK — The road to Super Bowl LX is officially paved. Following a chaotic Week 18 that saw the San Francisco 49ers stumble and the Chicago Bears surge, …

ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders aren’t waiting to fix the mess of 2025. Following a dismal 5-12 campaign that saw the team regress on both sides of the ball, Head Coach Dan Quinn is officially moving on from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero broke the news Tuesday, confirming a complete reset for the Commanders’ coordinator crew heading into the 2026 offseason. The Offense: Kingsbury’s “Mutual” Exit The separation with Kingsbury is being framed as a mutual decision, but the numbers paint a clear picture of why …

NEW YORK — The 2025 NFL regular season didn’t just shuffle the deck; it flipped the table. Five of the eight new division champions watched the playoffs from their couches last year. Only the Eagles managed to repeat as a top-four seed. That chaos makes predicting the road to Super Bowl LX a nightmare for oddsmakers but a thrill for fans. While the Seattle Seahawks locked up the No. 1 seed behind a resurrected Sam Darnold, the smartest money isn’t looking at the top of the bracket. It’s looking at the No. 5 seed: the Los Angeles Rams. The “Meat” …

By Marcus Thorne, Senior NFL Editor | Published: January 7, 2026 The Move: Detroit fired OC John Morton on Tuesday, two days after concluding a 9-8 season with a win over Chicago. Play-Calling Struggles: Head coach Dan Campbell had already stripped Morton of play-calling duties back in Week 10. Regression: The Lions’ offense dropped from the #1 scoring unit in 2024 to #2 in 2025, with significant dips in 3rd-down efficiency. DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are hitting the reset button on their offensive leadership. Just two days after defeating former OC Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears in the season finale, …

By Marcus Thorne, Senior NFL Editor | Published: January 7, 2026 Black Monday is in the rearview mirror, and the 2026 NFL coaching landscape is officially set. With seven organizations currently hunting for a new leader, the league is bracing for a massive shift in power. From storied franchises seeking a “jolt” to rebuilding squads armed with No. 1 picks, not all jobs are created equal. Here is how we rank the current openings from most attractive to the “avoid at all costs” tier. Top Tier: The Baltimore Ravens are the undisputed #1 job due to a roster featuring a …

Draft Position: Tennessee officially holds the No. 4 overall pick after a 3-14 regular season finish. Top Target: Miami EDGE Rueben Bain Jr. remains the favorite to solve the Titans’ pass-rushing woes. Trade Note: The 5th-round pick acquired from Baltimore in the Dre’Mont Jones deal will not be upgraded to a 4th following the Ravens’ playoff exclusion. NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Titans are officially on the clock. Following a grueling 3-14 campaign, the Titans have secured the No. 4 overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. With three picks currently in the top 66, General Manager Mike Borgonzi has a …

By Marcus Thorne, Senior NFL Editor | Published: January 7, 2026 The Move: Owner Steve Bisciotti relieved John Harbaugh of his duties Tuesday following an 8-9 season. The Catalyst: A missed 44-yard field goal in Week 18 against the Steelers cost Baltimore the AFC North and a playoff spot. Legacy: Harbaugh leaves as the winningest coach in Ravens history (180-113) with one Super Bowl ring. BALTIMORE — The longest-tenured coaching run in Baltimore sports history ended with a wide-right kick and a Tuesday morning phone call. The Baltimore Ravens fired head coach John Harbaugh today, ending an 18-year partnership that …

NEW YORK — Former NFL offensive tackle Matt Kalil is taking his ex-wife to court. The 36-year-old former Viking and Panther filed a lawsuit Tuesday against model Haley Kalil, alleging her recent public commentary regarding his anatomy destroyed his post-retirement privacy and sparked a wave of online harassment against his current family. The Livestream That Sparked a Legal Battle The legal dispute centers on a November 2025 appearance by Haley Kalil on Marlon Garcia’s “Mar-Athon” livestream. During the broadcast, the Sports Illustrated model described Matt’s private parts as being the size of “two Coke cans, maybe even a third.” She …

SEO METADATA: Meta Title: Meta Description: HBO’s Hard Knocks captures the Philadelphia Eagles as the sole NFC East survivor. Get the breakdown on Jordan Davis and Philly’s title defense. Focus Keywords: Hard Knocks NFC East, Philadelphia Eagles, Jordan Davis, NFL Playoffs, HBO Max Image Prompt: A high-contrast cinematic shot of Jalen Hurts in a dark green Eagles hoodie, walking through a tunnel with “Hard Knocks” branding visible in the background. The Eagles Are the Last Ones Left in the NFC East The Lone Survivor: Philadelphia remains the only NFC East team headed to the postseason after a division-wide collapse. Defensive …

By Senior Chief Sports Editor | Published: January 7, 2026 Key Takeaways: The Result: Detroit Lions edge out the Chicago Bears 19-16 in a defensive slugfest. The Hero: Kicker Jake Bates remains perfect, drilling the game-winning field goal as time expired. Playoff Impact: Chicago’s loss creates a chaotic scramble for the NFC’s top seeds heading into the Wild Card round. CHICAGO — The Detroit Lions didn’t just win a football game on Sunday; they played spoiler in the loudest way possible. In a Week 18 finale that felt like a January playoff battle, kicker Jake Bates hammered a 19-16 victory …

SEO METADATA: Meta Title: Meta Description: Washington parts ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury. QB Jayden Daniels reportedly disappointed as Commanders undergo a total staff reset for 2026. Focus Keywords: Kliff Kingsbury, Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders, NFL Coaching Rumors, Dan Quinn Image Prompt: A high-contrast photo of Jayden Daniels looking stunned on the sideline, juxtaposed with a blurred image of Kliff Kingsbury walking through a stadium tunnel. Text overlay: “THE FALLOUT.” Key Takeaways The Bombshell: Despite an public endorsement from QB Jayden Daniels, the Washington Commanders have officially moved on from OC Kliff Kingsbury. Locker Room Friction: Reports indicate key offensive …

SEO METADATA: Meta Title: Meta Description: Washington parts ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury and fires DC Joe Whitt Jr. after a dismal 5-12 season. See the fallout and top replacement candidates. Focus Keywords: Kliff Kingsbury, Washington Commanders, Jayden Daniels, NFL Coaching Search, Joe Whitt Jr. Image Prompt: A split image of Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr. in Washington Commanders gear, with a “BREAKING NEWS” overlay and the team logo in the center. Key Takeaways Coaching Overhaul: The Washington Commanders mutually parted ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury and fired DC Joe Whitt Jr. following a 5-12 finish in 2025. Injury …

SEO METADATA: Meta Title: Meta Description: Washington parts ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury and DC Joe Whitt Jr. Explore the fallout and Kingsbury’s top landing spots for the 2026 season. Focus Keywords: Kliff Kingsbury, Washington Commanders, NFL Coaching Rumors, Jayden Daniels Image Prompt: A wide shot of Kliff Kingsbury walking off the field at Northwest Stadium for the final time, wearing a Washington headset, with the scoreboard showing a late-season score in the background. Key Takeaways The Split: The Washington Commanders mutually parted ways with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and fired defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. following a 5-12 campaign. …

PITTSBURGH — The NFL regular season didn’t just end; it imploded. While the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrated a division title in the freezing rain, four franchises spent the morning handing out pink slips. In a matter of hours, the league’s landscape shifted as Kevin Stefanski, Pete Carroll, Jonathan Gannon, and Raheem Morris were all shown the door. The Black Monday Purge The biggest shockwave came from Las Vegas. Pete Carroll’s second act in the NFL lasted exactly one year. Despite high hopes and a 74-year-old’s energy, the Raiders collapsed to a 3-14 record, securing the No. 1 overall pick for the …

By [Your Name/Gemini Sports Desk] | Published: January 6, 2026 Key Takeaways History Made: Myles Garrett recorded his 23rd sack of the season, officially breaking the single-season record of 22.5 held by Michael Strahan and T.J. Watt. The Victim: Joe Burrow went down in the fourth quarter, marking the 12th time Garrett has sacked the Bengals QB—his favorite target. Elite Company: Garrett also reached 125.5 career sacks, passing Dwight Freeney on the all-time list and joining Reggie White as the only players with such production before age 30. CINCINNATI — The chase is over. The number 22.5, which stood as …

By [Your Name/Gemini Sports Desk] | Published: January 6, 2026 Key Takeaways The New King: Myles Garrett recorded his 23rd sack of the season, breaking the all-time single-season record held by Michael Strahan and T.J. Watt (22.5). The Moment: With 5 minutes left in the 4th quarter, Garrett used a blistering swim move to take down Joe Burrow, sealing his place in history. Career Climber: The sack pushed Garrett to 125.5 career sacks, surpassing Reggie White for the most sacks by a player before age 30. CINCINNATI — The ghost of Michael Strahan’s 2001 record finally has company—and now, a …

  “ Key Takeaways The Viral Clip: New Inside the NFL footage shows an emotional Aaron Rodgers walking through the postgame tunnel, telling teammates he feels “nothing but gratitude”. The Context: The 42-year-old quarterback threw for 294 yards and the game-winning touchdown to clinch the AFC North crown for Pittsburgh. The Outcome: The Steelers (10-7) survived a last-second missed field goal by Baltimore to win 26-24, eliminating the Ravens. What’s Next: Rodgers will host C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans in the Wild Card round on Monday, Jan. 12. By Gemini Sports Desk | Published: January 6, 2026 PITTSBURGH — …

LOS ANGELES — They say NFL quarterbacks play for rings, money, or legacy. Matthew Stafford plays for the four little girls in the front row. On Tuesday, Inside the NFL released Mic’d Up footage from Week 18 that is melting hearts across social media. Before the Rams took the field to lock up the No. 5 seed, Stafford was stopped in his tracks by his daughters—Tyler, Hunter, Sawyer, and Chandler—holding hand-drawn signs that read: “Congrats on Season #17 Daddy!”. The 37-year-old veteran, often stoic in the pocket, cracked a wide grin, embracing his family in a moment that felt more …

NEW YORK — The dust has settled on the wildest Week 18 in recent memory, and the NFL playoff picture is officially locked. Buckle up. The league released the Super Wild Card Weekend schedule Monday night, and it’s dripping with storylines. From a legendary quarterback defending his turf against the league’s brightest young star to the oldest rivalry in football getting a playoff chapter, the road to Super Bowl LX just got treacherous. Monday Night Football: The Master vs. The Apprentice Save the best for last. The NFL is putting Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers in primetime to close …

NEW YORK — The NFC North wasn’t just good this year. It was a meat grinder. The NFL released the final standings Monday morning, confirming a statistic that is as impressive as it is heartbreaking: for the first time in the Super Bowl era, an entire division finished with a winning record, yet half of them will be watching the playoffs from the couch. The league’s official account summed it up with a single “😔” emoji. “Above .500 across the NFC North,” the caption read, showing the faces of the four quarterbacks who turned the “Black and Blue Division” into …

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Locker cleanout day usually brings hollow platitudes about “next year.” But inside the Giants’ locker room Monday, Malik Nabers wasn’t interested in clichés. He was interested in a resurrection. Sporting a gray beanie and a determined stare, the second-year superstar—who saw his 2025 campaign snatched away by a torn ACL in September—opened up about the mental toll of the last four months. He admitted he hit rock bottom. He admitted he asked, “Why me?” Then Jameis Winston walked over. The Wisdom of Jameis Winston, the Giants’ veteran backup and locker room sage, refused to let the …

BEREA, Ohio — The Kevin Stefanski era in Cleveland is officially over. Less than two years after winning his second NFL Coach of the Year award, Stefanski was relieved of his duties Monday morning, becoming the first casualty of “Black Monday” 2026. The move comes on the heels of a disastrous 5-12 campaign that saw the Browns finish dead last in the AFC North for the second consecutive year. Owner Jimmy Haslam didn’t mince words in a statement released shortly after the news broke. “We thank Kevin for his hard work and the stability he brought to our franchise. However, …