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What we're hearing on the NFL coaching carousel: Latest buzz on top candidates, potential openings

Which teams will make coaching changes? Could Jeff Hafley or Chris Shula land an open job? Here's our coach movement intel ahead of Week 18.

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EYE ON THE POSTSEASON

16 teams in the NFL playoff mix, 16 potential downfalls: Let's find each roster's fatal flaw

We found fatal flaws for all 12 clinched teams in the playoff field, plus the AFC North and NFC South teams trying to join them entering Week 18.

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NFL playoff schedule, projected bracket: Here's what to know in both conferences

The playoffs begin on Jan. 10 with three full rounds before Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8.

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TALKING FOOTBALL

Mad Dog gets heated at Schrager, Swagu when defending Aaron Rodgers

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Jason McCourty: Packers must score fast to make a playoff run

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AROUND THE LEAGUE

Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, plus what we learned about each team this season

Let's update our NFL Power Rankings one more time ahead of Week 18.

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Why NFL uniform rules have players feeling like a 'mannequin'

While NBA players rock sneakers of various colors, the NFL has strict rules, and violators can incur hefty fines.

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NFL NATION

How Zach Allen's QB hits from the interior have sparked the Broncos' pass rush: 'He closes the door'

Allen's ability to squeeze the pocket from the interior and hit the QB helped earn him his first Pro Bowl selection. Can he continue dominating into the playoffs?

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Lions not just playing out string in finale at Bears

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Will the Chargers' offensive line issues stifle them in the playoffs?

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Will Kyler Murray return? That's one of the Cardinals' key questions

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Will 2026 free agent Jadeveon Clowney be back with Cowboys?

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FANTASY FOOTBALL

The Playbook: Shadow Reports, lineup locks and projected scores for Week 18

An all-encompassing look at the matchups to exploit or avoid and lineup locks in fantasy, as well as projected scores for all NFL games.

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LOOKING AHEAD TO THE DRAFT

Projecting the 2026 draft order: Will the Raiders clinch the No. 1 pick?

ESPN's Football Power Index projects the 2026 NFL draft order for Round 1. Which teams have the best odds to pick early?

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Week 18 scenarios for No. 1 pick in 2026 draft

The No. 1 pick is still up for grabs. Here's how the Raiders and Giants can each secure it.

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SPORTS BETTING

PLAYOFF MACHINE

How will the seeding shake out? Simulate your own scenarios and check the latest playoff picture

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