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NFL news and original analysis, from game results and quarterback play to team decisions. Explore our latest stories and 2026 TV schedules.

Week 1 afternoon NFL action collage featuring Eagles-Commanders, Dolphins-Raiders and Vikings-Packers.

Week 1 Afternoon Recap: Minnesota Turns a 12-Point Deficit Into a 39-22 Stunner

The Vikings erased a 22-10 deficit with 29 unanswered points, while Philadelphia survived Washington and both Las Vegas and Arizona opened the season with convincing wins.

September 13, 2026 · 5 min read

Evan McPherson kicks for Cincinnati beside a portrait of Joe Burrow in a Week 1 Bengals-Buccaneers recap thumbnail.

Bengals Force Four Turnovers, Hold Off Buccaneers 33-27 in Season Opener

Cincinnati's rebuilt defense flipped the opener with four fumble recoveries, Evan McPherson kicked four field goals, and Joe Burrow left Paycor Stadium focused less on the win than the work still ahead.

September 13, 2026 · 4 min read

Jesse Minter and Lamar Jackson in a Baltimore Ravens Week 1 graphic reading “Lamar Runs the Operation,” with the final score Ravens 41, Colts 23.

Lamar Runs the Operation as Ravens Close Out Colts

Jackson’s 324-yard opener featured explosives, patience and control. The clearest statement came late, when Baltimore drained 6:17 from the fourth quarter to seal Jesse Minter’s first win.

September 13, 2026 · 5 min read

Split-panel cover showing Josh Allen in a blue Buffalo Bills uniform and Lamar Jackson in a white Baltimore Ravens uniform.

THE NFL IS BACK!

Eight early-window games are complete on the first full NFL Sunday of 2026. Chicago scored 59, Baltimore rolled, Detroit survived overtime and Josh Allen rescued Buffalo late in Houston.

September 13, 2026 · 6 min read

NFL Week 1 broadcast-booth editorial graphic featuring network announcers overlooking a football field

Every NFL Broadcast Booth for Week 1, and the Changes We’re Watching

September 13, 2026 · 7 min read

Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens during training camp.

Lamar Jackson Is Handling His Contract the Right Way

September 13, 2026 · 6 min read

Sean McVay beside the quotation “Whether you wanna say it’s about travel.” AI-assisted editorial composite based on The Sporting Tribune press-conference frame.

Sean McVay Took the Blame. Then He Brought Up Travel.

September 11, 2026 · 10 min read

George Kittle speaks into a microphone wearing a red 49ers sleeveless hoodie and a backward red cap.

49ers-Rams Fantasy Guide: Kittle’s Workload and the Decisions Before Kickoff

September 10, 2026 · 10 min read

A.J. Brown catches a football during warmups before the New England Patriots’ game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field.

A.J. Brown’s Patriots Fit Is About More Than the Deep Ball

September 10, 2026 · 5 min read

A.J. Brown stands on the field in his New England Patriots uniform during the first half against the Seattle Seahawks.

A.J. Brown Leaves Patriots Debut With Ankle Injury

September 10, 2026 · 2 min read