Denver advances, but Bo Nix is out: Six questions about where the Broncos go from here
The Broncos advanced to the AFC title game but lost their QB to a broken ankle. So what's next for them on their Super Bowl quest?

Broncos' Nix breaks bone in ankle, out for playoffs
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix will miss the remainder of the playoffs after breaking a bone in his right ankle during overtime of Saturday's 33-30 win over the Bills, coach Sean Payton said.

Sources: Steelers open to Rodgers' return in '26
The Steelers remain open to an Aaron Rodgers reunion in 2026, even though it's unlikely due to Mike Tomlin's resignation, sources told ESPN.

Seahawks showcase full arsenal, blow out 49ers
The Seahawks delivered an all-three-phases beatdown of the 49ers on Saturday, racing to a 17-0 lead and never looking back in a 41-6 win to advance to the NFC title game.

Falcons hire Stefanski hours after 2nd interview
The Atlanta Falcons hired Kevin Stefanski, 43, as their new coach, the club announced on Saturday night, after the former Cleveland Browns coach, who is a two-time NFL Coach of the Year, had his second interview with the team earlier in the day.

Allen devastated, but loss not on QB, Bills say
After another playoff loss that ended a promising season for the Bills, quarterback Josh Allen told reporters that "I feel like I let my teammates down tonight," though Buffalo players and coaches disagreed after the Broncos won 33-30 on Saturday night.

Future still 'really bright' for depleted 49ers
The short-handed San Francisco 49ers saw their season end Saturday night, with a 41-6 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, but running back Christian McCaffrey and his teammates spoke after the defeat about the pride they have in overcoming the odds this year.

Bills' McDermott rips refs' ruling on pivotal INT
Bills coach Sean McDermott wasn't happy with the way officials handled a critical overtime play that resulted in a Broncos interception Saturday, saying it was "too big of a play" not to stop the game and review it.

Sources: Packers' LaFleur back on multiyear deal
The Packers are keeping Matt LaFleur as head coach on a multiyear extension that represents a "real commitment," sources told ESPN.

📈 Yates' debut 2026 NFL draft rankings
Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Which receivers have first-round talent? Field Yates stacks his top 25 board.

Key questions about close officiating calls in the Broncos' win over the Bills
When is a catch a catch and how much contact draws a penalty flag were in dispute Saturday in Denver.

Kevin Stefanski to Falcons: Grading the hire and the impact on Penix
Kevin Stefanski didn't have a great record in Cleveland, but he'll have more talent to work with in Atlanta.

John Harbaugh to the Giants! Eight questions and a grade for New York's move
The 63-year-old has been able to call his own shot in this coaching search and wound up choosing the Giants.

Seahawks start fast and roll past 49ers, advance to NFC Championship Game
Kenneth Walker III and Ernest Jones IV led the Seahawks past their division rival on Saturday.

Sizing up overreactions, big questions from the divisional round: Why do the Bills keep falling short?
Another Super Bowl-less season for Buffalo? But are the Broncos also done? And did Seattle ace last offseason? Let's make sense of every divisional round game.

Everything you need to know for all divisional games: Score picks, predictions and storylines
Bills-Broncos? 49ers-Seahawks? Texans-Patriots? Rams-Bears? We have picks, predictions and stats to know for the divisional round games.

All-Pro LBs to coaches: How Texans' Ryans, Patriots' Vrabel have revived former teams
In Year 1 under Mike Vrabel and DeMeco Ryans, the two turned their franchises into playoff teams.

Stories that explain Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel -- from the past and present
We talked with over a dozen former teammates, colleagues and players about their favorite memories.

How the Bears, Caleb Williams became an offensive juggernaut
Ben Johnson helped build one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL in Chicago. Here's how he did it.

Rams focused on playing 'great for 60 minutes' at Chicago
L.A. has learned from its fourth-quarter comebacks, but that doesn't mean it's how Sunday should go down.

Matt LaFleur's new contract means final goal is a Packers Super Bowl
The 46-year-old got a contract extension despite Green Bay's recent postseason failures.

Which QBs could Vikings add to push, support J.J. McCarthy?
Minnesota can't go into another season without a safety net behind its young signal-caller.

What is Schottenheimer seeking in Eberflus' replacement as the next DC?
Dallas is moving into Phase 2 in the search for a new defensive coordinator -- in-person interviews.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba tops best arrival looks ahead of divisional round of the NFL playoffs
Before the divisional round got underway, players made sure to put their most fashionable foot forward.

How NFL players prepare for the coldest games of the year
Even as beards freeze and fingers lose feeling, NFL players find ways to handle ridiculously cold temperatures.