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Damar Hamlin speaks out for first time since cardiac arrest, expresses gratitude for widespread support

Almost four weeks after suffering a cardiac arrest incident during the Buffalo Bills' Week 17 game, safety Damar Hamlin spoke publically for the first time since the incident to express his gratitude in a video made in collaboration with the Bills.

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NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Saturday, Jan. 28

NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown.

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Joe Burrow not surprised with consecutive AFC title game appearances: 'I would say that winning is expected'

Having already ended the franchise's 32-year AFC Championship Game drought this time last year, Bengals QB Joe Burrow isn't surprised or overwhelmed by the consistent success that's coincided with his arrival.

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Chiefs WR JuJu Smith-Schuster: Bengals have always been a 'rah-rah team' but they back it up

Kansas City wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster says the Bengals have been a "rah-rah team" ever since he entered the NFL.

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2022 NFL season: Five things to watch for in 49ers-Eagles in NFC Championship Game

NFL.com's Nick Shook breaks down five things to watch for when the San Francisco 49ers visit the Philadelphia Eagles in Sunday's NFC Championship Game.
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Falcons name Ryan Nielsen as new defensive coordinator

The Atlanta Falcons on Friday named Ryan Nielsen as the team's new defensive coordinator.
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2022 NFL season: Five things to watch for in Bengals-Chiefs in AFC Championship Game

NFL.com's Kevin Patra breaks down five things to watch for when the Cincinnati Bengals visit the Kanas City Chiefs in Sunday's AFC Championship Game.
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Championship Sunday injury report for 2022 NFL season

Here are the official injury designations for 49ers-Eagles and Bengals-Chiefs on Championship Sunday.
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks on before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 04, 2022 in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Lachlan Cunningham)

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa remains in concussion protocol, won't participate in Pro Bowl Games

Tua Tagovailoa remains in the league's concussion protocol and will be unable to partake in the league's all-star game as a result, NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe reported Friday.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) celebrates on the sideline during an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. Kansas City won 27-20. (Andrew Mather/Kansas City Chiefs via AP)

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes to start in AFC title game vs. Bengals despite high ankle sprain

As expected, Patrick Mahomes will start Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals despite a high ankle sprain. "He looks good," Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Friday of Mahomes. "He's moving around good."
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49ers DC DeMeco Ryans emerging as top candidate for Texans' head coaching job

DeMeco Ryans is spending the week preparing for his team's biggest game to date. He might soon be packing his belongings for a new club entirely. The 49ers DC has emerged as a top candidate for the Texans' head coaching job.
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NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Friday, Jan. 27

NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown.
New York Jets offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur coaches from the sideline during an NFL preseason football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Friday, Aug. 27, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. The game ended in a 31-31 tie. (Ric Tapia via AP)

Rams hire former Jets OC Mike LaFleur as new offensive coordinator

The moment Mike LaFleur parted ways with the New York Jets, the Los Angeles Rams became the favorite to land the former offensive coordinator. The ship landed on Friday.
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Steve Wilks 'disappointed but not defeated' after not getting Panthers' head coaching job

Steve Wilks is taking the high road after being passed over for the Panthers head coaching job. The day after Carolina announced it hired Frank Reich as its next coach, Wilks sent a message on social media thanking his former players and coaches.
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Sauce Gardner 'wouldn't mind' if Aaron Rodgers joined Jets: 'I just want what's best for the offense'

Aaron Rodgers continues to debate his future, whether it be retirement, returning to Green Bay or changing cities. After Nathaniel Hackett's hire in New York, every Jets player, including Sauce Gardner, is being asked about a possible Rodgers addition.
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Mike McCarthy: Jerry Jones wants me to coach Cowboys as long as Tom Landry

Despite another season that ended for the Dallas Cowboys in the Divisional Round, head coach Mike McCarthy has spoken to Jerry Jones and feels his tenure with the team is in a secure spot.
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Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy on facing Bengals defense: 'Knuckle up' for a '60-minute dogfight'

Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy expects a fierce battle against the Bengals defense in Sunday's AFC Championship Game, predicting a "put your hand in the dirt, knuckle up, 60-minute dogfight."
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) congratulates Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon (1) after they connected for a touchdown against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)

Chiefs RB Jerick McKinnon on QB Patrick Mahomes battling through ankle injury: 'Definitely inspires (us)'

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes' ankle has garnered plenty of attention this week, and it's also cause for inspiration among his Kansas City teammates, including running back Jerick McKinnon.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin celebrates after a touchdown during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Pittsburgh, PA. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)

Art Rooney II encouraged by Steelers' second half, improvement: 'I liked the way the team kept fighting down the stretch and kept ourselves alive'

Mike Tomlin’s Steelers finished 9-8 in 2022 and increased Tomlin’s NFL-record streak of non-losing seasons to begin his career to 16. The feat was made possible largely by marked improvement after a tumultuous start of the season. It was advancement that was lauded by team owner and president Art Rooney II.
Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce (62) looks on from the sideline prior to an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022, in Houston. The Eagles defeated the Texans, 29-17. (Ryan Kang via AP)

Eagles center Jason Kelce on potential retirement: 'I don't know when that last game's going to come'

Eagles center Jason Kelce has pondered hanging it up for a few seasons now, and though he made no bold declarations Thursday, he’s well aware his final game could come sooner than later.
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Chiefs LB Willie Gay on what impresses him about Bengals offense: 'Nothing'

Chiefs linebacker Willie Gay told reporters on Thursday that "nothing" impresses him about the Bengals' offense ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship Game.
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Dan Quinn to remain with Cowboys as defensive coordinator; OC Kellen Moore's future unclear

Dan Quinn's second season in Dallas produced another effective defense. Much to the delight of Cowboys fans, he isn't leaving in 2023. Quinn interviewed for head coaching openings in Arizona, Denver and Indianapolis in recent weeks, but will be staying in Dallas next season.
Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich on the sideline before an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)

Panthers hiring former Colts coach Frank Reich as head coach

The Carolina Panthers are hiring Frank Reich as their next head coach. Reich spent the past five seasons as head coach of the Indianapolis Colts, compiling a 40-33-1 record before being fired midway through the 2022 season.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) and quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) talk during an NFL football workout Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs are scheduled to play the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday in the AFC championship game. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes on injured ankle: 'People will see where I'm at on Sunday'

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes told reporters on Thursday that his injured right ankle came out of Wednesday's practice well and that he's feeling good ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals.