While the AFC has two teams out in front of the rest, the NFC race looks wide open through the first four weeks of the season.
Author: Mike Jones, USA TODAY
Seahawks escape with win after Rams’ last-minute field goal miss
Even with a four-touchdown performance by Russell Wilson, the Seahawks needed a last-minute FG miss from the Rams to secure a win Thursday night.
Upon Further Review: A closer look at Ravens’ defensive struggles, Redskins’ QB dilemma and NFL CBA talks
Lamar Jackson certainly has displayed signs of growth, but Ravens need more from their defense. Plus the latest on CBA talks and Redskins’ QB dilemma.
Opinion: Freddie Kitchens passes big test as Browns coach with win over Ravens — even if he won’t say so
Freddie Kitchens won’t acknowledge it, but his Browns team entered Sunday’s contest against the Ravens at something of a crossroads.
Melvin Gordon expected to play for Chargers vs. Dolphins, just three days after ending holdout
Three days after ending his holdout, running back Melvin Gordon is expected to make his season debut for the Chargers on Sunday vs. the Dolphins.
Opinion: Redskins’ deepening angst, dysfunction all comes back to Daniel Snyder
Washington is 0-3 and looking at a lost year under Jay Gruden, whose tenure could be in jeopardy. But the problems run much deeper.
LA Rams bottle up Baker Mayfield, Cleveland Browns to move to 3-0
The Rams held firm until the very end to move to 3-0 while dealing Baker Mayfield and the Browns another serious setback.
Opinion: Eli Manning deserved better than Giants’ benching, years of indecision
Eli Manning’s run with the Giants might be over after the long-time starter lost his job to rookie Daniel Jones. But New York never had a clear plan.
Antonio Brown won’t be placed on commissioner’s list and will be eligible to play for Patriots
Antonio Brown will be eligible to make hisNew England Patriots debut Sunday against the Miami Dolphins. The NFL won’t place Brown on the exempt list.
Five NFL figures desperately seeking a strong rebound in Week 2
After disappointing, or in some cases embarrassing, NFL season openers, these players and coaches need a bounce-back performance in the worst way.