San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan announced Monday that running backs Christian McCaff...

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan announced Monday that running backs <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/85079" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/85079">Christian McCaffrey</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174345" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174345">Jordan Mason</a> are being placed on injured reserve, according to <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1863700031087280177">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.McCaffrey is expected to miss at least six weeks with a PCL injury. Shanahan confirmed the ailment won't require surgery. Mason is dealing with a high ankle sprain.McCaffrey exited Sunday's contest against the Buffalo Bills in the second quarter and did not return. He rushed for 53 yards on seven carries before being sidelined. The All-Pro tailback missed a portion of training camp and the first eight games of the season due to bilateral Achilles tendinitis.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 2023 NFL Offensive Player of the Year has rushed for 202 yards on 50 carries, caught 15 passes for 146 yards, and has zero touchdowns in four games this season.Mason stepped in for McCaffrey against the Bills, rushing for a team-high 78 yards on 13 carries. He leads the team with 789 rushing yards to go along with three scores. Rookie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199986" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199986">Isaac Guerendo</a> is now in line to be the Niners' feature back following a rash of injuries at the position.San Francisco entered last weekend's prime-time matchup missing several key starters due to injuries. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/111907" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/111907">Nick Bosa</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/14297" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/14297">Trent Williams</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/162090" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/162090">Deommodore Lenoir</a> were inactive for Sunday's contest, while <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/125339" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/125339">Brandon Aiyuk</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/68677" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/68677">Javon Hargrave</a> were both placed on the reserve list with season-ending ailments earlier in the campaign.The Niners (5-7) will aim to halt a three-game losing skid Sunday when they host the Chicago Bears.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 17: Christian McCaffrey #23 of the San Francisco 49ers warms up before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Santa Clara, California.

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The New Orleans Saints fear that tight end Taysom Hill sustained a season-ending knee in Sunday's...

The New Orleans Saints fear that tight end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/18741" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/18741">Taysom Hill</a> sustained a season-ending knee in Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams, sources told <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1863412749767705087">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>. Hill will have an MRI to determine the severity of the injury, Rapoport adds.The versatile tight end was carted off the field in the fourth quarter after taking a hit to his left knee while running the ball on fourth-and-1. <div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Hill caught five passes for 37 yards while adding 10 rushing yards before exiting Sunday's 21-14 loss."Taysom goes down, a lot of the guys are disappointed," interim head coach Darren Rizzi said postgame, per <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/42725940/saints-taysom-hill-undergo-testing-knee-injury">ESPN's Katherine Terrell</a>. "He's obviously a very respected and well-liked guy in our locker room."The BYU product's most notable outing took place in a game against the Cleveland Brown where he rushed for 138 yards to go along with eight catches for 50 yards three totals touchdowns in a 35-14 win for New Orleans. Hill has provided a spark for the Saints' offense this season. He's lined up as a quarterback, wide receiver, fullback, and tight end at times.Hill produced 418 scrimmage yards and six total touchdowns in seven games entering Sunday. He's missed time with a bruised lung this season and has also battled through cracked ribs.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - DECEMBER 01: Taysom Hill #7 of the New Orleans Saints carries the ball against the Los Angeles Rams during the first quarter at Caesars Superdome on December 01, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh isn't considering moving on from Justin Tucker after th...

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh isn't considering moving on from <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/21259" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/21259">Justin Tucker</a> after the kicker struggled in Sunday's 24-19 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles."If you're asking me are we going to move on from Justin Tucker, I'm not really planning on doing that right now," Harbaugh said postgame, according to <a href="https://x.com/MikeGarafolo/status/1863386994354610534">NFL Network's Mike Garafolo</a>.He added: "I don't think that would be wise," per <a href="https://x.com/jamisonhensley/status/1863386802825859503">ESPN's Jamison Hensley</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Harbaugh also said Tucker is "definitely capable of making every kick. Nobody wants to make those kicks more than Justin," per Garafolo.Tucker missed an extra point in the first quarter, as well as field-goal attempts of 47 and 53 yards in the third quarter. It marked the first time in his 13-year career that he failed to convert three kicks in a game. He made two of four field goals overall.Tucker also missed two field goals in an 18-16 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers two weeks ago. The All-Pro specialist has now missed a career-high eight field goals this season and is 19 of 27 on his attempts (70%).Tucker owned up to his struggles postgame."I feel like I cost us this one. ... I did not do a good enough job to help our team win a football game," per <a href="https://x.com/AllBannerSports/status/1863388720516288619">Baltimore Banner Sports</a>.Tucker added: "But it doesn't really do anyone any good to dwell on it. The only thing that I can do is continue to work. Move forward. Continue to take it one kick at a time."The Ravens fell 1.5 games behind the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC North title chase. Baltimore next has a bye week before facing the New York Giants on Dec. 15.

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - DECEMBER 01: Justin Tucker #9 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts during the third quarter after missing his third kick of the night against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium on December 01, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. Philadelphia defeated Baltimore 24-19.

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The Miami Dolphins decided not to activate pass-rusher Shaquil Barrett off the reserve/retired li...

The Miami Dolphins decided not to activate pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/53117" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/53117">Shaquil Barrett</a> off the reserve/retired list this season, a source told <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1862231440542376196">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.However, the Dolphins don't intend to release him or allow him to play for another team for the remainder of the season, per Rapoport.The two-time Pro Bowler applied for reinstatement this week and was willing to resume his career with the Dolphins after retiring earlier this year.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Barrett signed a one-year, $9-million deal with the franchise in the offseason before walking away from the game, and the franchise owns Barrett's rights. The Dolphins brought in the veteran linebacker to help bolster their pass rush after he recorded 17.5 sacks combined over his previous three seasons.Barrett's season is over if he's not activated by 4 p.m. ET Thursday, according to <a href="https://x.com/CameronWolfe/status/1862231790418637058">NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe</a>. Barrett's contract will toll over to 2025 and he can ask Miami to grant his return again next season, per <a href="https://x.com/CameronWolfe/status/1862247690106494984">Wolfe</a>.Miami's pass rush has leaned on rookie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199739" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199739">Chop Robinson</a> and <a href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/64154">Emmanuel Ogbah</a> after losing <a href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161647">Jaelan Phillips</a> to a season-ending knee injury. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/85942" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/85942">Bradley Chubb</a> hasn't played a game this season as he continues to make his way back from an ACL injury that ended his 2023 campaign.The Dolphins face the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football.

TAMPA, FL - DECEMBER 24: Shaquil Barrett #7 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers stands on the sidelines prior to an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Raymond James Stadium on December 24, 2023 in Tampa, Florida.

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Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce didn't pull any punches when describing his team ahea...

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce didn't pull any punches when describing his team ahead of Friday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs."Let's call a spade a spade. (It's) the best team in football against the worst team in football," Pierce <a href="https://x.com/Raiders/status/1861853067504763259">said</a>. "Let's change the narrative. Let's go out there and make it a dogfight. Let's make it ugly. Let's make it scrappy. It's Black Friday."The Chiefs have won seven of the past eight games against their AFC West rivals. Las Vegas also sports a 2-9 record, which includes just one road win.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>However, Pierce remains optimistic."Heads are not down. Guys are not packing up the U-Haul," Pierce said. "I'm just thankful for our players being doubted, aligning to the culture. Using that word 'process,' being committed with what we're trying to do with this organization."Las Vegas will seek to hand the Chiefs its second loss this season with a familiar face under center. Pierce announced Wednesday that <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188217" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188217">Aidan O'Connell</a> will start Friday's matchup after breaking his right thumb against the Los Angeles Rams in October. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174062" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174062">Desmond Ridder</a> will likely serve as O'Connell's backup with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/94300" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/94300">Gardner Minshew</a> out for the rest of the season.The Raiders will try to halt their seven-game losing skid against the Chiefs on Friday.

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 17: Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce on the sideline during the first half against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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Running back Isiah Pacheco and defensive end Charles Omenihu are expected to return to the Kansas...

Running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174108" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174108">Isiah Pacheco</a> and defensive end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/99772" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/99772">Charles Omenihu</a> are expected to return to the Kansas City Chiefs lineup for Friday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders barring any setbacks, head coach Andy Reid said, according to <a href="https://x.com/adamteicher/status/1861848542052053076">ESPN's Adam Teicher</a>."As long as they're OK. We'll check on it today. If they're good after today, then we'll play them," Reid said, according to <a href="https://x.com/goldmctNFL/status/1861848620661624833">A to Z Sports NFL's Charles Goldman</a>.Pacheco has missed nine games after injuring his leg against the Cincinnati Bengals in September. Omenihu began the season on the team's physically unable to perform list with a knee injury.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Rutgers product has led the Chiefs in rushing in each of the past two seasons. Pacheco produced 135 yards and one touchdown while averaging 4 yards per carry in two games this season. Kansas City would have to activate Pacheco from injured reserve before he can return to the active roster.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/75836" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/75836">Kareem Hunt</a> has taken on the feature role at tailback with Pacheco sidelined through much of the first half of the season. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/200297" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/200297">Carson Steele</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/82727" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/82727">Samaje Perine</a> have also split carries.Omenihu's return provides additional firepower to the Chiefs' defense. The veteran defensive lineman recorded seven sacks, five tackles for loss, and 11 QB hits last season with the Chiefs. He'll join a defensive front that is headlined by <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/173980" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/173980">George Karlaftis</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188107" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188107">Felix Anudike-Uzomah</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/111767" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/111767">Joshua Uche</a>.

KANSAS CITY, MO - SEPTEMBER 15: Isiah Pacheco #10 of the Kansas City Chiefs carries the ball during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.

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Raheem Morris and the Atlanta Falcons have been underwhelmed by Matthew Judon's production this s...

Raheem Morris and the Atlanta Falcons have been underwhelmed by <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/105754" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/105754">Matthew Judon</a>'s production this season."I can't sit here and tell you that we've gotten what we want out of him. That would be an absolute lie, and I won't do that," Morris <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KwTg-du8iY">said</a> Wednesday. "But I can't tell you that he hasn't gotten what he wants out of himself."The Falcons coach added: "To be quite honest, we're looking for more."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Judon, 32, was acquired from the New England Patriots in August. The veteran pass-rusher was seeking a fresh start after missing all but four games last season in New England due to a torn biceps. He'd recorded 28 sacks combined between 2021 and 2022 prior to the injury.Judon was expected to provide consistent production for a Falcons defensive front that saw <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/1754" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/1754">Calais Campbell</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/54911" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/54911">Bud Dupree</a> depart last offseason. However, the impending free agent has struggled to find his stride with Atlanta.Judon leads the team with just 2.5 sacks in 11 games. He also only has three tackles for loss. Overall, the Falcons are allowing the seventh-most passing yards (229.9) and have recorded the fewest sacks (10) in the league through 12 weeks.Judon snapped an eight-game drought without a sack in Atlanta's loss to the Denver Broncos earlier this month. Morris expects the defensive stalwart to increase his production with six games left in the regular season."You've got to fight through some stuff, you've got to find a way," Morris said. "We've got six games that's guaranteed on our schedule. I look forward to him really helping us out down the stretch and really being a contributing factor."He added: "I believe that he's still got it in there."The Falcons will host the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday.

ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 03: Matthew Judon #15 of the Atlanta Falcons looks on from the field during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on November 3, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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For Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, it's no mystery why he's seemingly turned a ...

For Chicago Bears rookie quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199760" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199760">Caleb Williams</a>, it's no mystery why he's seemingly turned a corner in recent weeks."The time on task has helped," Williams said, according to <a href="https://chicago.suntimes.com/bears/2024/11/26/bears-qb-caleb-williams-tries-to-continue-rise-but-faces-first-of-its-kind-challenge-vs-lions">Chicago Sun Times' Jason Lieser</a>. "You can't ever beat that. That has provided a sense of clarity, a sense of belief, and things like that."Williams produced two of his best performances in Weeks 11 and 12. He helped the Bears' offense generate 391 total yards and 23 first downs in a narrow 20-19 loss to the Green Bay Packers, then followed that up with 340 yards, two touchdowns, zero turnovers, and a 68% completion rate against a stout Minnesota Vikings defense.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Williams also acknowledged that it's no coincidence his improved play has come after Chicago replaced offensive coordinator Shane Waldron with Thomas Brown."(Brown) just allows you to play free," the 2024 first overall pick said earlier this week.Chicago fired Waldron earlier this month after the offense failed to score a touchdown in three straight weeks against the Washington Commanders, Arizona Cardinals, and New England Patriots.Wideout <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97110" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97110">DJ Moore</a> is also seeing a difference with Brown running the offense."The plays that we got stacked on top of each other have been better," he said, according to <a href="https://www.chicagobears.com/news/thomas-brown-helping-caleb-williams-bears-offense-keep-improving-vikings-2024-week-12">team reporter Larry Mayer</a>. "The flow of the game has been better. I know it's a collaboration that's going on between him and all our offensive coaches, so that's been good."Williams has accumulated 2,356 passing yards, 11 touchdowns, five interceptions, and an 84.9 quarterback rating overall this season.The 4-7 Bears will attempt to snap a five-game losing streak against the division-leading Detroit Lions on Thursday at Ford Field.

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 3: Quarterback Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, at State Farm Stadium on November 3, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona.

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Future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers isn't certain if he'll return for his 21st season a...

Future Hall of Fame quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/747" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/747">Aaron Rodgers</a> isn't certain if he'll return for his 21st season amid a frustrating year with the New York Jets. "I don't even know if I want to play yet, but New York would be my first option," Rodgers said during his appearance Tuesday on "<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq0aT-cbFqM">The Pat McAfee Show</a>."Rodgers' uncertainty about whether he would return next season is a change from earlier in November when he <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3127756" href="https://thescore.com/news/3127756">said</a> "I think so, yeah" when asked about his desire to play in 2025.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"I haven't told anybody in my life that I want to play in 2025 and not on the Jets," Rodgers said. "That's 100% false. I actually said the opposite. I said that I'm going to wait and see what happens at the end of the season. ... There's a lot of things out of my control when it comes to that. But I've really enjoyed my time in New York. Obviously we haven't had the success that we've all wanted to have. But I've made some great friendships on the team."The Jets reportedly would like to move on from the star quarterback who'll turn 41 on Monday. Team owner Woody Johnson reportedly suggested after a Week 4 loss to the Denver Broncos that Rodgers be benched because he was stifling the offense."I came here to win here," Rodgers said. "So I'm not jumping off ship."While the four-time MVP expressed a desire to remain with the Jets, he understands that decision ultimately comes down to the new general manager and coaching staff."At this point I'm open to everything and attached to nothing," Rodgers said.Rodgers also dismissed a rumor that he isn't healthy enough to finish the season. A recent report suggested the Jets passer could be placed on injured reserve and that he refused to get his current injuries tested to reveal their severity.The Jets are 3-8 this season in games that Rodgers has started. New York had reinforced its offense by acquiring <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/57482" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/57482">Davante Adams</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/18684" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/18684">Tyron Smith</a> in an attempt to lead the franchise to its first playoff appearance since 2010.New York would owe Rodgers close to $38 million next season if he remains on the roster, with the bulk of his salary stemming from a $35-million option that would be exercised before the 2025 campaign, per <a href="https://overthecap.com/player/aaron-rodgers/1085">Over The Cap</a>.

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 10: Quarterback Aaron Rodgers #8 of the New York Jets warms up before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on November 10, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals defeated the Jets 31-6.

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Ahead of Saturday's rivalry game, No. 2 Ohio State head coach Ryan Day spoke candidly this week a...

Ahead of Saturday's rivalry game, No. 2 Ohio State head coach Ryan Day <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x1tU-dQJogs">spoke </a>candidly this week about the toll that losing to Michigan has taken on him.Day, 45, has an impressive 66-9 record through seven seasons as the Buckeyes' coach. Yet his 1-3 mark against the school's top rival has served as motivation, and he described the losses as leaving a feeling that "eats at your core."Day said the game is more about the players, specifically the seniors, who returned for the 2024 season. "It's the biggest game of the year, every year," he said.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Oh my goodness. <a href="https://t.co/uwLSqQIyfL">pic.twitter.com/uwLSqQIyfL</a>— Timmy Hall🎙 (@TimmyHallRadio) <a href="https://twitter.com/TimmyHallRadio/status/1861277667141534107?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 26, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>"We know what's at stake. We've felt what it's like to not win this game, and it's bad," Day said. "It's one of the worst things that's happened to me in my life quite honestly."Other than losing my father and a few other things, it's quite honestly, for my family, the worst thing that's happened. So we can never have that happen again, ever. And that's been the approach all season."Ohio State's players are well-aware of what "The Game" means to their coach and are focused on helping him get a win Saturday at home."No one deserves this win more than he does," defensive end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/161691" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/161691">Jack Sawyer</a> said, according to <a href="https://x.com/chaseabrown__/status/1861468731383087180">Eleven Warriors' Chase Brown</a>. The Wolverines have won three consecutive games at the expense of the Buckeyes after their annual rivalry game was called off in 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Michigan won last year's meeting 30-24 on its way to an unbeaten season and the national championship.Ohio State (10-1) enters this weekend's showdown considered the favorite over the reigning champions. A Buckeyes victory would clinch a spot in the Big Ten championship game against Oregon.Michigan (6-5) is attempting to end the regular season by extending its win streak over its rival to cap head coach Sherrone Moore's first season at the helm.

EUGENE, OREGON - OCTOBER 12: Head coach Ryan Day of the Ohio State Buckeyes looks on before the game against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium on October 12, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon.

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Pass-rusher Shaquil Barrett is ending his retirement less than six months after stepping away fro...

Pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/53117" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/53117">Shaquil Barrett</a> is ending his retirement less than six months after stepping away from the NFL, his agents told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1861427305249202609">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Barrett applied for reinstatement, and he's willing to resume his career with the Miami Dolphins, a source told <a href="https://x.com/CameronWolfe/status/1861436178211209592">NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe</a>. The Dolphins own the 32-year-old's contractual rights after he signed a one-year, $9-million deal with the team in the offseason before quitting."It all depends on the Dolphins and what they want to do. … Waiting for them to decide," Barrett's agent Drew Rosenhaus said, according to <a href="https://x.com/TheMozKnowz/status/1861438246061830410">WVSN Talks' Josh Moser</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Barrett spent nine seasons between the Denver Broncos and Tampa Bay Buccaneers before joining the Dolphins as a free agent in March. He posted a league-leading 19.5 sacks to go along with 19 tackles for loss in 2019 to earn the first of his two Pro Bowl nods.The veteran edge rusher's return would boost the Dolphins down the regular season's final stretch. Linebacker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/85942" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/85942">Bradley Chubb</a> continues to work his way back from an ACL injury that ended his 2023 campaign. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161647" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161647">Jaelan Phillips</a> is still on injured reserve after sustaining a knee injury earlier this season.Rookie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199739" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199739">Chop Robinson</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/64154" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/64154">Emmanuel Ogbah</a> have established themselves as Miami's starting edge rushers in 2024. The Dolphins are allowing the eighth-fewest passing yards per game this season (197.5).

TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 15: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Linebacker Shaquil Barrett (7) rushes the passer during the NFC Wild Card game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on January 15, 2024 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

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Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones said he isn't ruling out a contract extensio...

Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones said he isn't ruling out a contract extension for head coach Mike McCarthy."I don't think that's crazy at all," Jones said during his weekly appearance on 105.3 The Fan, according to <a href="https://x.com/jonmachota/status/1861422924906868940">The Athletic's Jon Machota</a>. "This is a Super Bowl-winning coach. Mike McCarthy has been there and done that. He has great ideas. We got a lot of football left."Jones added that the six games that the Cowboys have remaining are a "lifetime" when it comes to influencing what the franchise will do in the offseason, per <a href="https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/jerry-jones-not-crazy-to-think-mike-mccarthy-will-get-an-extension">Pro Football Talk's Josh Alper</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>McCarthy, who coached the Green Bay Packers to a Super Bowl victory in 2011, is in the final season of a five-year deal he signed in 2020. The 61-year-old is 46-32 with the Cowboys and led the franchise to three straight 12-5 seasons from 2021 to 2023.Jones remains optimistic about the Cowboys' trajectory this season amid a 4-7 campaign. Dallas halted a five-game losing streak Sunday by holding on to win 34-26 thriller against the Washington Commanders.Cowboys ownership has been reluctant to move on from McCarthy amid a disappointing campaign with injuries to key starters such as <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/50470" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/50470">Dak Prescott</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161667" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161667">Micah Parsons</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/60919" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/60919">DeMarcus Lawrence</a>. Jones previously said McCarthy hasn't lost the locker room despite the team's disappointing record.Jones echoed the sentiments of chief operating officer and co-owner Stephen Jones, who was asked if he had any mixed emotions while watching the Cowboys' win against their NFC East rivals on Sunday."Absolutely not. We've been very up front that we want to win football games right now," Stephen Jones <a href="https://x.com/jonmachota/status/1861122420511273322">said</a>. "The most important thing right now is to play the people who give us the best chance to win the game."McCarthy will try to continue the Cowboys' momentum Thursday against the New York Giants in a Thanksgiving Day matchup.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 13: Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy looks on during the first half of a game against the Detroit Lions at AT&T Stadium on October 13, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.

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New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll said he's spoken with Malik Nabers about the rookie recei...

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll said he's spoken with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199759" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199759">Malik Nabers</a> about the rookie receiver calling the team "soft" after Sunday's 30-7 blowout loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers."He's a very competitive individual," Daboll said Monday, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/42605129/giants-brian-daboll-talks-malik-nabers-wr-rant">ESPN's Jordan Raanan</a>. "Again, you want to get the ball in his hands, and I got to do a better job of getting the ball in his hands early. He's a smart young guy that's very competitive. And again, when you lose like that, it's a frustrating thing. But we've had good communication as we always have." Daboll said he spoke twice with the Giants' 2024 first-round pick after Nabers criticized his teammates in postgame comments. The Giants coach didn't disclose what he told Nabers during their conversations Sunday and Monday.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"First, second quarter, I don't get the ball," Nabers <a href="https://www.thescore.com/nfl/news/3138767">said</a> Sunday. "I mean, can't do nothing. Start getting the ball when it's 30-0. What do you want me to do?"The LSU product finished Sunday's matchup with six receptions on nine targets for 64 yards. The standout rookie leads the Giants with 67 catches, 671 yards, and three touchdowns."I mean, it's just soft, man. I'm tired of going out there and losing," Nabers added.Defensive star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/105300" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/105300">Dexter Lawrence</a> echoed Nabers' criticism of the Giants, while offensive lineman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/83253" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/83253">Jermaine Eluemunor</a> said he doesn't think everyone on the team is giving 100%."The guys played hard. They played with effort," Daboll countered. "Just didn't do enough."Nabers confirmed Tuesday that he had a conversation with Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen. After watching film, he admitted that the team did try to get him the ball in the first half against the Bucs, but he didn't retract his postgame comments."I still stand by what I said. I have no regrets with what I said," Nabers told reporters, including the <a href="https://x.com/PLeonardNYDN/status/1861496663866560749">New York Daily News' Pat Leonard</a>. New York made a change at quarterback prior to last week's contest, naming <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188915" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188915">Tommy DeVito</a> its starter and releasing 2019 first-round pick <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97984" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97984">Daniel Jones</a>.The Giants (2-9) will attempt to end their six-game losing skid on Thanksgiving Day against the Dallas Cowboys (4-7).

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 22: Brian Daboll, head coach of the New York Giants, congratulates Malik Nabers #1 after his touchdown against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith won't be in the lineup for the Sunday Night Footb...

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161668" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161668">DeVonta Smith</a> won't be in the lineup for the Sunday Night Football matchup against the Los Angeles Rams due to a hamstring injury.Smith didn't participate in this week's practices prior to the Eagles releasing their final injury report Friday. The fourth-year wideout caught four passes for 29 yards in last week's win against the Washington Commanders. The 26-year-old leads Philadelphia's pass-catchers with 41 catches for four touchdowns and 516 yards.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Smith's absence opens the door for more opportunities for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174000" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174000">Jahan Dotson</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/200017" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/200017">Johnny Wilson</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/200015" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/200015">Ainias Smith</a>. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/111194" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/111194">A.J. Brown</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/82025" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/82025">Dallas Goedert</a> lead the way for the Eagles, who rank 22nd in passing yards per game (198.6).The Eagles (8-2) seek to extend their win streak to seven games against a Rams defense that's surrendered 223.3 passing yards per contest through 10 games.

ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 10: DeVonta Smith #6 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on from the field during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on November 10, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.

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Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson will return to the lineup for Sunday's AFC South match...

Houston Texans defensive end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188133" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188133">Will Anderson</a> will return to the lineup for Sunday's AFC South matchup against the Tennessee Titans."I'm excited to be back," Anderson said, according to the <a href="https://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/texans/article/will-anderson-jr-return-titans-19934957.php?utm_campaign=CMS%20Sharing%20Tools%20(Premium)&amp;utm_source=t.co&amp;utm_medium=referral">Houston Chronicle's Sam Warren</a>. "Just to be back out there with the guys. I was trying my best to hurry up and get back. I'm good now." Anderson missed the Texans' past two games due to an ankle injury. The Alabama product is currently tied with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/60658" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/60658">Danielle Hunter</a> for the team lead with 7.5 sacks while adding 11 tackles for loss.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/61402" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/61402">Denico Autry</a>, who replaced Anderson while he was sidelined, is questionable to play Sunday due to a knee and oblique injury.Houston will enter Sunday's contest seeking to add to its 34 team sacks against a Titans offense that's surrendered 33 through 10 games this season.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 22: Will Anderson Jr. #51 of the Houston Texans looks on during the game between the Minnesota Vikings and Houston Texans at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Will Anderson to rejoin Texans' lineup vs. Titans

Colorado wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter confirmed Thursday that he will enter the 202...

Colorado wide receiver and cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/179519" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/179519">Travis Hunter</a> confirmed Thursday that he will enter the 2025 NFL Draft and intends to play both ways at the pro level, according to <a href="https://x.com/ByPatForde/status/1859662304650068109">Sports Illustrated's Pat Forde</a>."That's definitely for sure," Hunter said, when asked if there's any doubt he'll enter next year's draft, per <a href="https://x.com/ESPNRittenberg/status/1859662140380152254">ESPN's Adam Rittenberg</a>.The Buffaloes' two-way star has established himself as the front-runner for the Heisman Trophy this season. In last week's win against Utah, he became the first player since Hall of Famer Champ Bailey to record at least 50 receiving yards while rushing for a touchdown and intercepting a pass in the same game at the college or NFL level. Bailey accomplished the feat during the 2000 NFL season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Hunter, who is listed as an athlete on Colorado's roster, is posting career-high numbers on offense this season. The junior leads the team with 74 receptions for 911 yards and nine touchdowns. Defensively, he boasts 24 tackles, eight pass breakups, three interceptions, and a forced fumble in 10 games."Travis Hunter should win the Heisman," quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/160938" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/160938">Shedeur Sanders</a> <a href="https://x.com/ByPatForde/status/1859664750193635553">said</a>, per Forde.The two-way star is among the favorites to take home the award this year alongside <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/172507" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/172507">Ashton Jeanty</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/138036" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/138036">Dillon Gabriel</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/152938" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/152938">Cam Ward</a>.Hunter and Sanders are projected to be among the first players to hear their name called in the NFL draft.Colorado is 8-2 under head coach Deion Sanders this season and sit above .500 for the first time since 2016. The program is also in contention to play in the Big 12 title game after rejoining the conference this season.The Buffaloes will play against Kansas on Saturday.

BOULDER, COLORADO - NOVEMBER 16: Travis Hunter #12 of the Colorado Buffaloes celebrates during the second half against the Utah Utes at Folsom Field on November 16, 2024 in Boulder, Colorado.

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North Carolina head coach Mack Brown is informing his coaching staff and players that he plans to...

North Carolina head coach Mack Brown is informing his coaching staff and players that he plans to return to his role next season, according to <a href="https://247sports.com/article/mack-brown-currently-planning-on-remaining-at-north-carolina-240093488/">CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz</a>.Brown is in the midst of his 35th season as a college head coach and his sixth season with North Carolina. It's his second stint with the school. He's established a 282-148-1 overall record that includes stops at Tulane and Texas, the latter of whom he led to a national championship in 2005."There's going to be a day I wake up and say, 'somebody else needs to do be doing this,' and I haven't gotten to that yet," Brown said earlier this week on <a href="https://x.com/SXMCollege/status/1859250353436303580">SiruiusXM College Sports Radio</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Brown highlights the players as a big reason why he's still coaching."I'm going to work as hard as I can every day of my life to do what I'm supposed to do. And right now, my role is to help these young people," Brown said.Brown will lead the Tar Heels into action against Boston College on Saturday.

CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 14: Head coach Mack Brown of the North Carolina Tar Heels watches his team play against the North Carolina Central Eagles during the game at Kenan Memorial Stadium on September 14, 2024 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

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Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh doesn't want the spotlight to be on him or his brother John ahea...

Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh doesn't want the spotlight to be on him or his brother John ahead of Monday's clash between Los Angeles and the Baltimore Ravens."It's about the excitement of the big game. ... It's about the two teams. It's about those who are coaching and those who are playing," Jim said, according to the <a href="https://www.ocregister.com/2024/11/20/chargers-jim-harbaugh-embraces-3rd-matchup-with-brother-john/">Orange County Register's Elliott Teaford</a>. "I'm sure he doesn't want to make it about him. I don't want to make it about me."The prime-time matchup will mark the third NFL matchup between the Harbaugh brothers. John is 2-0 against his younger brother, beating the then-San Francisco 49ers head coach in Super Bowl XLVII and during the 2011 regular season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Although Jim insisted the spotlight shouldn't be on himself and John, he admitted the Super Bowl loss to his brother stung."As I was walking off the field at that Super Bowl, it was like, there will be another day. Then there wasn't for many years," Jim said.He added: "By the grace of God, back in it. Back on a team that has a chance to do that. I'm very thankful."The Niners fired Jim two seasons after that defeat in 2014. He then coached Michigan for nine seasons before being hired by the Chargers. Jim has led L.A. to a 7-3 record in his first campaign back on an NFL sideline."We know how important this is for him," quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/104207" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/104207">Justin Herbert</a> said. "I know if I were playing one of my brothers, it would be a really cool opportunity. ... I can only imagine how big this is for him and his family. It's a special moment for him."Jim said he and his brother wished each other "good luck" ahead of Monday's matchup."It's a tough matchup," John <a href="https://x.com/Ravens/status/1859695364330193036">said</a> Thursday. "It's a very good football team we're playing this week. They're highly ranked pretty much in every area. A winning football team, very physical, very tough. Extremely well-coached, no question about it. One of the best coaches of this generation, no question about it. Even if he weren't my brother, I would say the same thing."The Chargers are aiming to extend their four-game win streak following a nail-biting win against the Cincinnati Bengals.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 08: Head coach Jim Harbaugh of the Michigan Wolverines celebrates with his brother, and NFL head coach, John Harbaugh after defeating the Washington Huskies during the 2024 CFP National Championship game at NRG Stadium on January 08, 2024 in Houston, Texas. Michigan defeated Washington 34-13.

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Wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/57482" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/57482">Davante Adams</a> isn't second-guessing his trade from the Las Vegas Raiders to the New York Jets."Nah, I don't live my life like that," Adams <a href="https://x.com/UpAndAdamsShow/status/1859274691199824181">said</a> Wednesday on "Up &amp; Adams" when asked if he regretted the move. "You'll drive yourself crazy. Hindsight's always 20-20. So you can sit here and look at it right now and say, 'Oh, I could've maybe stayed there, would've been more comfortable, wouldn't have had to move' and all that stuff. But for me, it's about going with my gut in my life, and that's how I make my decisions. I live with them. We'll roll the dice and see what happens."The Jets acquired Adams from the Raiders on Oct. 15 in exchange for a conditional third-round pick in the 2025 draft. The deal reunited the three-time All-Pro wideout with four-time MVP quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/747" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/747">Aaron Rodgers</a>, who was Adams' teammate with the Green Bay Packers from 2014-21.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Adams also noted that joining the Jets wasn't a gamble given his relationship with the future Hall of Famer. While he acknowledges he and Rodgers haven't played up to their capabilities, they're still giving their full effort to put the team back on track.The 11-year pro hasn't spoken with Rodgers about his future amid a <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3133666" href="https://thescore.com/news/3133666">report</a> that the Jets intend to move on from the quarterback after the season."All we can do is worry about the next game," Adams <a href="https://x.com/UpAndAdamsShow/status/1859276409761407038">said</a>. The addition of Adams hasn't proved to be the catalyst to changing the Jets' fortunes after a month. New York has posted a 1-4 mark since acquiring the six-time Pro Bowl wideout. He's caught 26 passes for 278 yards and one score with the Jets.New York is in the midst of a regime change this season. The franchise dismissed head coach Robert Saleh after a 2-3 start in his fourth season. On Tuesday the club <a href="https://www.thescore.com/nfl/news/3133365/jets-fire-gm-douglas-as-disastrous-season-rolls-on">fired general manager Joe Douglas</a>, naming senior advisor Phil Savage as the interim GM."It's surprising, but it's not, just because you know the way this game goes," Adams <a href="https://x.com/UpAndAdamsShow/status/1859284831403901270">said</a> about Douglas' dismissal. "When games aren't being won and things don't look the way that they were intended to look, something's gotta change." Adams noted that he had nothing but good interactions with Douglas during their brief tenure together.After their bye week, the Jets (3-8) will play host to the Seattle Seahawks on Dec. 1.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 31: Davante Adams #17 of the New York Jets looks on from the sideline prior to an NFL football game against the Houston Texans at MetLife Stadium on October 31, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans is planning to make his return Sunday against the N...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/51141" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/51141">Mike Evans</a> is planning to make his return Sunday against the New York Giants, according to <a href="https://x.com/Schultz_Report/status/1859295502405152964">Fox Sports' Jordan Schultz</a>.Evans has missed the last three games due to a hamstring injury.The five-time Pro Bowler returned to the practice field for the first time since aggravating the ailment last month against the Baltimore Ravens.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Evans was spotted at a bonus practice session Monday. He said he could've pushed his rehab to be available for the Bucs' game against the San Francisco 49ers but added that he's always targeted this weekend, per <a href="https://x.com/JennaLaineESPN/status/1858544344115880031">ESPN's Jenna Laine</a>.Evans' return would provide a significant boost for Tampa Bay's offense, which is without fellow wideout <a href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87115">Chris Godwin</a> for the remainder of the season. <a href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174174">Cade Otton</a>, <a href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/64132">Sterling Shepard</a>, and <a href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188292">Trey Palmer</a> have been among a group of pass-catchers who've stepped up in Evans' absence.Evans has posted over 1,000 yards in each of his previous 10 campaigns. He leads the Bucs with six TDs while totaling 335 yards on 26 receptions in seven games this season.Tampa Bay will look to halt a four-game losing skid against the Giants.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 03: Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 03, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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