Success of Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley and other NFL running backs may change position's future
Read full article: Success of Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley and other NFL running backs may change position's futureDerrick Henry, Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs are the top three leading rushers in the NFL.
Boswell kicks 6 field goals and the Steelers bottle up Lamar Jackson in 18-16 win over the Ravens
Read full article: Boswell kicks 6 field goals and the Steelers bottle up Lamar Jackson in 18-16 win over the RavensChris Boswell tied a franchise record with six field goals and the Pittsburgh Steelers limited Lamar Jackson and the NFLās top-ranked offense in an 18-16 victory over the Baltimore Ravens.
Winston throws 3 TD passes as Browns stun Jackson, Ravens 29-24 to end 5-game losing streak
Read full article: Winston throws 3 TD passes as Browns stun Jackson, Ravens 29-24 to end 5-game losing streakJameis Winston threw a 38-yard touchdown pass ā his third of the game ā to Cedric Tillman with 59 seconds left as the Cleveland Browns beat Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens 29-24 to snap a five-game losing streak.
Lamar Jackson throws for 281 yards, 5 TDs to lead streaking Ravens to 41-31 victory over Buccaneers
Read full article: Lamar Jackson throws for 281 yards, 5 TDs to lead streaking Ravens to 41-31 victory over BuccaneersLamar Jackson threw for 281 yards and five touchdowns, helping the Baltimore Ravens overcome an early double-digit deficit and extend their winning streak to five games with a 41-31 victory Monday night over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Ravens' dynamic duo of Henry and Jackson help lead a rushing renaissance in the NFL
Read full article: Ravens' dynamic duo of Henry and Jackson help lead a rushing renaissance in the NFLThe NFL's running game has had a bit of a renaissance early this season thanks in part to a dynamic duo in Baltimore off to a historic start.
Jackson outduels Daniels and Henry runs for two TDs as Ravens beat Commanders 30-23
Read full article: Jackson outduels Daniels and Henry runs for two TDs as Ravens beat Commanders 30-23Lamar Jackson threw for 323 yards and a touchdown to outshine rookie Jayden Daniels and the Baltimore Ravens beat the Washington Commanders 30-23 for their fourth consecutive victory.
Justin Tucker's field goal after Derrick Henry's big run lifts Ravens to a wild 41-38 overtime win
Read full article: Justin Tucker's field goal after Derrick Henry's big run lifts Ravens to a wild 41-38 overtime winJustin Tucker kicked a 24-yard field goal to lift the Baltimore Ravens to a wild 41-38 overtime win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.
Henry runs for 199 yards and Jackson has 3 TDs as Ravens rout previously unbeaten Bills 35-10
Read full article: Henry runs for 199 yards and Jackson has 3 TDs as Ravens rout previously unbeaten Bills 35-10Derrick Henry ran for 199 yards, Lamar Jackson accounted for three touchdowns and the Baltimore Ravens beat the Buffalo Bills 35-10.
Henry rushes for 151 yards, 2 TDs as Ravens hang on to beat Cowboys 28-25
Read full article: Henry rushes for 151 yards, 2 TDs as Ravens hang on to beat Cowboys 28-25Derrick Henry ran for 151 yards and two touchdowns, Lamar Jackson accounted for two scores and the Baltimore Ravens held on for a 28-25 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
Gardner Minshew rallies Raiders past Ravens 26-23 with 3 fourth-quarter scoring drives
Read full article: Gardner Minshew rallies Raiders past Ravens 26-23 with 3 fourth-quarter scoring drivesGardner Minshew led three scoring drives in the fourth quarter, Daniel Carlson kicked a go-ahead 38-yard field goal with 27 seconds left and the Las Vegas Raiders rallied to beat the Baltimore Ravens 26-23.
Analysis: History suggests a team will make a big leap to reach a conference championship game
Read full article: Analysis: History suggests a team will make a big leap to reach a conference championship gameSome of the 18 NFL teams that missed the playoffs last year have reason to hope for much greater success this season.
Pro Picks: Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs will begin three-peat quest with a win over the Ravens
Read full article: Pro Picks: Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs will begin three-peat quest with a win over the RavensPatrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs will raise their championship banner and begin their quest to become the first team to three-peat in the Super Bowl era.
Running backs had plenty of options this week, even if the position still faces challenges
Read full article: Running backs had plenty of options this week, even if the position still faces challengesBeing a running back still isnāt all that lucrative compared to other positions, but this year some of the gameās best rushers enjoyed something you canāt put a price on.
Derrick Henry heading to Ravens is another sign that running backs are valued -- at the right price
Read full article: Derrick Henry heading to Ravens is another sign that running backs are valued -- at the right priceDerrick Henry is leaving the Tennessee Titans to team up with MVP Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens with a two-year deal worth up to $20 million, a person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press.
Ravens agree to 2-year deal with free agent RB Derrick Henry, AP source says
Read full article: Ravens agree to 2-year deal with free agent RB Derrick Henry, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the deal says the Baltimore Ravens have agreed to a two-year contract with free agent running back Derrick Henry.
Danielle Hunter, Derrick Henry head the list of available remaining free agents after a wild Day 1
Read full article: Danielle Hunter, Derrick Henry head the list of available remaining free agents after a wild Day 1Thereās still plenty of star-quality players available after a wild opening to the NFLās free agency period.
Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, Saquon Barkley are among the star players set to test NFL free agency
Read full article: Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, Saquon Barkley are among the star players set to test NFL free agencyKirk Cousins will be a free agent for the first time since the Vikings gave him the first fully-guaranteed quarterback deal in the NFL.
Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley among veterans eager to see how the NFL values running backs
Read full article: Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley among veterans eager to see how the NFL values running backsDerrick Henry is back in the gym eager to prove turning 30 is just a number that shouldnāt affect the four-time Pro Bowl running backās value on the NFLās open market.
Kirk Cousins and Chris Jones head an NFL free agents list filled with star-quality players
Read full article: Kirk Cousins and Chris Jones head an NFL free agents list filled with star-quality playersNFL teams could find a Pro Bowl quarterback, an All-Pro defensive lineman or a future Hall of Fame wide receiver and plenty more star-quality players when the free agency period begins on March 13.
Lawrence stopped short of goal line as Jags eliminated from playoff race in 28-20 loss to Titans
Read full article: Lawrence stopped short of goal line as Jags eliminated from playoff race in 28-20 loss to TitansTrevor Lawrence had every chance to play the Jacksonville Jaguars into the playoffs for a second straight year as the AFC South champs.
Amari Cooper's record-setting day highlights a milestone week for NFL wide receivers
Read full article: Amari Cooper's record-setting day highlights a milestone week for NFL wide receiversSeveral wide receivers had milestone performances this past week, but no one could do what Amari Cooper did for the Cleveland Browns.
Will Levis rallies Titans for 2 late TDs, 28-27 win over Dolphins
Read full article: Will Levis rallies Titans for 2 late TDs, 28-27 win over DolphinsRookie Will Levis threw for a career-high 327 yards and directed two touchdown drives in the final 4 1/2 minutes, and the Tennessee Titans rallied to stun Miami 28-27, knocking the Dolphins out of the top spot in the AFC.
Dolphins look to stretch winning streak to four games when they host Titans in prime time
Read full article: Dolphins look to stretch winning streak to four games when they host Titans in prime timeThe Miami Dolphins will enter their Monday night matchup with the Tennessee Titans as the No. 2 seed in the AFC and look to stretch their winning streak to four games.
Jackson throws TD pass and Tucker kicks 6 FGs for Ravens in 24-16 win over Titans in London
Read full article: Jackson throws TD pass and Tucker kicks 6 FGs for Ravens in 24-16 win over Titans in LondonLamar Jackson threw a touchdown pass and Justin Tucker kicked six field goals to lead the Baltimore Ravens to a 24-16 win over the Tennessee Titans at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Moss upstages Taylor's return in Colts' 23-16 victory over Titans. Richardson injures shoulder
Read full article: Moss upstages Taylor's return in Colts' 23-16 victory over Titans. Richardson injures shoulderZack Moss upstaged the return of Jonathan Taylor by running for a career-high 165 yards and two scores and Gardner Minshew was sharp in relief of the injured Anthony Richardson to lead the Indianapolis Colts past the Tennessee Titans 23-16.
Titans' Derrick Henry ready to remind everyone what running backs mean to NFL
Read full article: Titans' Derrick Henry ready to remind everyone what running backs mean to NFLDerrick Henry has run for more yards than anyone else since the start of the 2016 NFL season and seems like a man on a mission going into the final year of his deal with the Tennessee Titans.
Christian McCaffrey claims the top spot in the AP's NFL running back rankings
Read full article: Christian McCaffrey claims the top spot in the AP's NFL running back rankingsThe value of running backs in the NFL has dropped precipitously in recent years as teams rely more on the passing game to succeed.
Browns' Nick Chubb among several star running backs to discuss devalued position on Zoom call
Read full article: Browns' Nick Chubb among several star running backs to discuss devalued position on Zoom callCleveland Browns star Nick Chubb was one of several NFL running backs to take part in a Zoom call on Saturday night to discuss the current trend of their position being underpaid and devalued by some teams.
Giants and running back Saquon Barkley fail to reach contract extension
Read full article: Giants and running back Saquon Barkley fail to reach contract extensionSaquon Barkley and the New York Giants failed to reach an agreement on a long-term contract extension by Mondayās deadline for franchised players, leaving the star running back with the option of playing for the tag-mandated $10.1 million salary or maybe taking the season off.
Minnesota Vikings releasing star running back Dalvin Cook for salary cap reasons, AP source says
Read full article: Minnesota Vikings releasing star running back Dalvin Cook for salary cap reasons, AP source saysThe Minnesota Vikings are parting ways with star running back Dalvin Cook for salary cap reasons.
Joe Burrow's TD to Higgins lifts Bengals over Titans 20-16
Read full article: Joe Burrow's TD to Higgins lifts Bengals over Titans 20-16Joe Burrow threw a 27-yard touchdown pass to Tee Higgins with 13:42 left to put Cincinnati ahead to stay, and the Bengals held off the Tennessee Titans 20-16 for their third straight victory and fifth in six games.
Falcons-Panthers back at it less than 2 weeks after OT game
Read full article: Falcons-Panthers back at it less than 2 weeks after OT gameThe worst division in the NFL gets a prime-time matchup when the Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons meet for the second time in less than two weeks on Thursday night.
Mahomes helps Chiefs rally past Titans 20-17 in overtime
Read full article: Mahomes helps Chiefs rally past Titans 20-17 in overtimePatrick Mahomes ran for the tying touchdown and 2-point conversion late in the fourth quarter, Harrison Butker atoned for two earlier misses by kicking the go-ahead field goal in overtime, and the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Tennessee Titans 20-17.
Defending Super Bowl champion Rams open season as underdogs
Read full article: Defending Super Bowl champion Rams open season as underdogsMatthew Stafford, Aaron Donald and the Los Angeles Rams will raise their Super Bowl banner Thursday night before kicking off the NFL season at home where they became the second straight team to hoist the Vince Lombardi trophy in their own stadium.
Ravens top Titans 23-10 for 21st straight preseason win
Read full article: Ravens top Titans 23-10 for 21st straight preseason winTyler Huntley went 16 of 18 for 110 yards and a touchdown in the first half, and the Baltimore Ravens extended their record streak of preseason victories to 21 with a 23-10 win over the Tennessee Titans.
Reese Witherspoon becomes part-owner of Nashville MLS team
Read full article: Reese Witherspoon becomes part-owner of Nashville MLS teamActor Reese Witherspoon and Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry have joined the ownership group of Major League Soccerās Nashville team ahead of Sunday's opening of Geodis Park, its 30,000-seat stadium.
Titans star running back Derrick Henry cleared to practice
Read full article: Titans star running back Derrick Henry cleared to practiceThe Tennessee Titans have moved a step closer to having the 2020 AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year back, opening the 21-day window Wednesday for Derrick Henry to start practicing.
Jones throws 2 TD passes, Patriots roll past Titans 36-13
Read full article: Jones throws 2 TD passes, Patriots roll past Titans 36-13Mac Jones had two touchdown passes, New Englandās defense forced four turnovers and the Patriots earned their sixth straight win, rolling past the Tennessee Titans 36-13.
Cards return to top spot in AP Pro32 poll; Titans at No. 2
Read full article: Cards return to top spot in AP Pro32 poll; Titans at No. 2Despite being short-handed, the Arizona Cardinals returned to the top of the AP Pro32 poll after beating the San Francisco 49ers without quarterback Kyler Murray and wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins.
Defense carries Titans past Rams 28-16 for 5th straight win
Read full article: Defense carries Titans past Rams 28-16 for 5th straight winKevin Byard returned an interception 24 yards for a touchdown, and Tennesseeās defense carried the Titans to a 28-16 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in a showdown between conference co-leaders.
Titans stop Allen on 4th down, hang on to beat Bills 34-31
Read full article: Titans stop Allen on 4th down, hang on to beat Bills 34-31Derrick Henry scored his third touchdown with 3:05 left, and the Tennessee Titans stopped Josh Allen on a fourth-down quarterback sneak in the final seconds to beat Buffalo 34-31.
Jets get first win, top Titans 27-24 in OT on Bullock's miss
Read full article: Jets get first win, top Titans 27-24 in OT on Bullock's missMatt Ammendola kicked a 22-yard field goal in overtime, and then Randy Bullock was wide left on a potential tying 49-yarder with 15 seconds left to give the New York Jets their first victory, 27-24 over the Tennessee Titans.
King Henry leads Titans' late rally to stun Seahawks 33-30
Read full article: King Henry leads Titans' late rally to stun Seahawks 33-30Derrick Henry ran for 182 yards and two fourth-quarter touchdowns, Randy Bullock hit a 36-yard field goal midway through overtime, and the Tennessee Titans rallied from a 14-point deficit to stun the Seattle Seahawks 33-30.
Murray gets 5 TDs, Jones 5 sacks as Cards rout Titans 38-13
Read full article: Murray gets 5 TDs, Jones 5 sacks as Cards rout Titans 38-13Kyler Murray scored five touchdowns and linebacker Chandler Jones had a career-high five sacks as the Arizona Cardinals simply dominated the Tennessee Titans 38-13 for a big road win to open the season.
Woodside, Barkley throw TDs as Titans stop Falcons 23-3
Read full article: Woodside, Barkley throw TDs as Titans stop Falcons 23-3Logan Woodside and Matt Barkley each threw touchdown passes to open Tennesseeās backup quarterback competition and the Titans beat the Atlanta Falcons 23-3 in each teamās preseason opener.
Jones says 'stay tuned' as he proves he's still fast, strong
Read full article: Jones says 'stay tuned' as he proves he's still fast, strongJulio Jones turned 32 in February, missed seven games with a nagging hamstring issue in his 10th NFL season and now finds himself with a new team in the Tennessee Titans.
Aaron Jones staying with Packers on 4-year, $48 million deal
Read full article: Aaron Jones staying with Packers on 4-year, $48 million dealThe Pro Bowl running back, Jones has agreed to a new deal with the Green Bay Packers and wont be exploring free agency. Drew Rosenhaus, Jones agent, confirmed that his client had agreed on a four-year deal worth $48 million that includes a $13 million signing bonus. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)Pro Bowl running back Aaron Jones has agreed to a new deal with the Green Bay Packers and wonāt be exploring free agency. Drew Rosenhaus, Jonesā agent, confirmed that his client had agreed on a four-year deal worth $48 million that includes a $13 million signing bonus. āWe anticipated bigger offers in free agency, but Aaron wanted to stay with the Packers,ā Rosenhaus said via email.
Rodgers wins 3rd MVP, Donald gets 3rd top defensive player
Read full article: Rodgers wins 3rd MVP, Donald gets 3rd top defensive playerGreen Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers pumps his fist after an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers earned his third Associated Press Most Valuable Player award, while Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald took his third top defensive player prize at NFL Honors. Titans 2,000-yard rusher Derrick Henry won Offensive Player of the Year, and the offensive rookie honor went to Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert. Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson won the Walter Payton Man of the Year award for his work in the community. Rodgers had perhaps the best season of his 16-year career, leading Green Bay to a 13-3 regular season, the NFCās best mark.
The Latest: Washington's Smith is comeback player of 2020
Read full article: The Latest: Washington's Smith is comeback player of 2020Smith received 49 votes from a nationwide panel of 50 media members who regularly cover the league. ___9:52 p.m.For turning around a moribund Cleveland franchise, overcoming injuries and COVID-19 concerns, Kevin Stefanski is The Associated Press 2020 NFL Coach of the Year. ___9:43 p.m.One of the well-earned spoils for Derrick Henryās 2,000-yard rushing season is The Associated Press 2020 NFL Offensive Player of the Year honor. ___9:30 p.m.Aaron Donald has become such a dominant defensive tackle that heās joined elite company in winning his third Associated Press NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award. The Los Angeles Ramsā unanimous All-Pro added the 2020 top defensive player honor to his wins in 2017 and 2018.
Ravens' season ends with Jackson in locker room, 17-3 loss
Read full article: Ravens' season ends with Jackson in locker room, 17-3 lossThe Ravens and Lamar Jackson were stymied for the much of Saturday night by a hustling, relentless Buffalo defense. Then, the biggest miscue on a night of missteps for the Ravens effectively put an end to an otherwise memorable season. In the end, however, the Ravens got blown away on a windy night by a team that chased Jackson all over the field. 1-ranked rushing game generated 150 yards, but Jackson was limited to 34 yards on nine carries with a long of 15 yards. Throwing under duress for much of the game, Jackson went 14 of 24 for 162 yards with an interception and three sacks.
Falcons pick Titans offensive coordinator Smith as new coach
Read full article: Falcons pick Titans offensive coordinator Smith as new coachFILE - Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith instructs his players during NFL football training camp in Nashville, Tenn., in this Friday, Aug. 21, 2020, file photo. The New York Jets interviewed Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith on Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, for their head coaching vacancy. Atlanta agreed to terms with Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith on Friday to become the team's head coach. Smith has served on Tennessee's staff for 10 seasons, including two as offensive coordinator. He also was an offensive assistant/quality control coach (2012), offensive line/tight ends assistant (2013) and assistant tight ends coach (2014-15).
Allen, Jackson set for playoff showdown as Bills host Ravens
Read full article: Allen, Jackson set for playoff showdown as Bills host RavensFILE - Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) talks with Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) following a 24-17 Ravens win in an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., in this Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, file photo. It happened in the 2018 season opener, when the then-raw rookie Bills quarterback was shoved into the Ravens' sideline. Much like Jackson, Allen prefers putting the past behind him and focusing on the next challenge. āWeāve had our backs against the wall since the Pittsburgh game,ā Harbaugh said. The Bills limited the Ravens to only 118 yards rushing in last yearās meeting, a 24-17 Ravens win.
Browns advance, Brees to meet Brady, Lama Jackson a winner
Read full article: Browns advance, Brees to meet Brady, Lama Jackson a winnerThe Browns not only snapped a 17-game skid at Heinz Field, they manhandled the mistake-prone archrival Steelers 48-37 Sunday night. After two postseason flops, Jackson was his usual dynamic and decisive self in leading the Ravens to a 20-13 wild-card victory at Tennessee. Browns 48, Steelers 37In their first playoff road victory since 1969, the Browns (12-5) overcame all sorts of problems and history. Baker Mayfield threw for three touchdowns and the Browns got their first playoff win in 26 years. While leading his new team, the Buccaneers (12-5), to their first playoff win since Tampa Bay won the 2002 championship, Brady extended his record for playoff victories to 31.
Lamar winless no more, leads Ravens to 20-13 win over Titans
Read full article: Lamar winless no more, leads Ravens to 20-13 win over TitansBaltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) celebrates after scoring a touchdown on a 48-yard run against the Tennessee Titans in the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. At right is Titans cornerback Kristian Fulton (26). After the turnover, the Ravens came onto the field and started waving good-bye to the Titans ā drawing a taunting penalty they didn't mind at all. The All-Pro ran all over the Ravens with 328 yards rushing combined in the past two meetings. āWe won the division, hosted a home playoff game,ā Titans coach Mike Vrabel said. The Titans finally stopped the Ravens' scoring spree at 17 when Gostkowski kicked a 25-yard field goal to start the fourth quarter, pulling within 17-13.
The Latest: Browns open 28-0 lead over Steelers
Read full article: The Latest: Browns open 28-0 lead over SteelersThe Browns have raced to a 28-0 lead over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Brownsā 28 points are the most by any team in the first quarter of a playoff game since the 1970 merger. So, this will be the first NFL playoff game ever pitting two quadragenarian quarterbacks. Drew Brees is trying to join Brett Favre and Tom Brady as quarterbacks to win a playoff game after turning 40. That was his third career playoff game with 150 or more rushing yards, one game shy of Hall of Famer Terrell Davisā record.
Brady and Bucs, plus Bills and Rams win wild-card games
Read full article: Brady and Bucs, plus Bills and Rams win wild-card gamesThe Bills won the game 27-24. The first tripleheader of NFL wild-card games Saturday saw Tom Brady extend his postseason record for victories to 31 with a 31-23 victory for Tampa Bay at Washington. After a quarter-century, the Bills got one of those triumphs that Brady collects ā and they even figured out how to stop a Hail Mary. The previous playoff win was over Miami on Dec. 30, 1995. And it came in the Billsā first home playoff game in 24 years, with a limited number of 6,700 fans in attendance for the first time this season.