The No. 1 seed question: How much does the bye really help in the NFL playoffs?
This will be the fifth postseason where No. 1 seeds hold the only byes. The data reveals a mixed blessing. Football people are torn on its value.
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Why Jerod Mayo was fired after one season with the Patriots and what's next
Patriots owner Robert Kraft cited wanting to return to championship contention as soon as possible as a reason for the change.
Inside the Browns' descent into NFL mediocrity: How they got to 13 losses -- and QB purgatory
The Browns went from a playoff team to a three-win mess. Do they have a plan to fix it in 2025?
Can Michael Penix Jr. lead a Falcons playoff push? Are Kirk Cousins' days in Atlanta over?
Atlanta's win Sunday was not enough to buy Cousins more time, as the Falcons are turning to their rookie.
Haslam backs Stefanski, GM; will look at all else
Although Browns owner Jimmy Haslam expressed support for Kevin Stefanski and Andrew Berry, he told ESPN that the team's struggles at quarterback are something he plans to look after the season.
