J.J. McCarthy (hand) OUT vs Lions, Max Brosmer to start | 'The Insiders'

NFL Insider Tom Pelissero reports that Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy has been ruled out for the Christmas Day matchup against the Detroit Lions with a hand injury as quarterback Max Brosmer will start in his place.

"Thursday Night Football" analytics expert Sam Schwartzstein joins "The Insiders" ahead of the Christmas matchup between the Denver Broncos and the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 17 of the 2025 NFL season.

NFL Fantasy Analyst Michael F. Florio gives his Week 17 starts and sits for the fantasy football championship.

NFL Insider Mike Garafolo reports that Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf's suspension has been upheld on appeal.

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston joins "The Insiders" to reflect on a great performance in his hometown against the Dallas Cowboys, the Chargers clinching a playoff berth and the importance of the upcoming matchup against the Houston Texans.

NFL Insider Mike Garafolo reports that Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love was a limited participate in Tuesday's practice but is still concussion protocol.

Senior National Columnist Judy Battista reports that Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown received encouraging injury news from head coach Dan Campbell.

NFL Insider Mike Garafolo reports that Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson did not practice today and was listed as day-to-day with a back injury.

NFL Insider Tom Pelissero breaks down the Week 17 NFC clinching scenarios on "The Insiders."

NFL Insider Tom Pelissero breaks down the Week 17 clinching scenarios in the AFC.

NFL Senior Columnist Judy Battista reports that Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen did not practice on Tuesday due to a foot injury but is still expected to play on Sunday vs. the Philadelphia Eagles.

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin speaks with the media to give his thoughts on wide receiver DK Metcalf's incident with a fan in the win over the Detroit Lions.

Detroit Lions defensive tackle DJ Readers joins 'The Insiders' to talk about his community work and the Lions chances of making the postseason.

NFL fantasy analyst Adam Rank brings a cinematic twist to his Week 16 fantasy football advice, channeling The Godfather while breaking down key players and playoff-shaping decisions on "The Insiders."

NFL reporter Omar Ruiz gives the playoff implication of the San Francisco 49ers vs. the Indianapolis Colts matchup.

Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt is listed as out vs. the Detroit Lions with a lung condition.

NFL Fantasy Analyst Adam Rank joins "The Insiders" to give his Week 16 fantasy football insights.

NFL reporter Sara Walsh joins "The Insiders" to preview the critical divisional matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Carolina Panthers with major playoff stakes on the line.

NFL insider Mike Garafolo reports that Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jakobi Meyers has agreed to a three-year, $60 million contract extension, with $40 million guaranteed.

NFL Insider Ian Rapoport reports that Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London has been listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.

NFL Insider Mike Garafolo reports that Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has been fined $25k for comments on officiating as head coach Sean McVay along with Insider Ian Rapoport and NFL reporter Omar Ruiz give their thoughts on the situation.

NFL analyst Bucky Brooks details what's at stake for the Jacksonville Jaguars in their Week 16 matchup vs. the Denver Broncos.

NFL fantasy analyst Marcas Grant discusses his Week 16 sleeper players in fantasy football.

NFL Network reporter Jane Slater provides an update on Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs' injury.

Denver Broncos offensive tackle Garett Bolles joins the show to talk about his community work, the Broncos playoff chances and what its like being underrated despite his production.