1 year, 1 month ago

Falcons and Jets face different circumstances in the playoff hunt while both seek consistency

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Atlanta Falcons have had quarterback issues, a three-game losing streak and a record under.500. “We’re trying to win every football game we play in, so hopefully we can keep him in contention.” BOYLE BACK UNDER CENTER While the Jets wait to see if Rodgers will be able to actually come back this season, Boyle will get a second straight start. “But I think it’s continuing to just build on the run game and just getting the ball out of my hands and getting it into the playmakers’ hands so they can make a move or two.” MORE SAUCE FOR RIDDER Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner and Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder were teammates at Cincinnati, and now face each other as opponents in the NFL. “No, I don’t think any of us will touch that anytime soon.” STALLED HALL Jets running back Breece Hall got off to a terrific start this season in his return from a torn knee ligament that ended his rookie season after seven games. “Breece is a special talent and we all agree when the ball is in his hands, we’re better, but there’s grimy yards that a back has to understand he has to get,” Saleh said.

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4 days, 7 hours ago

QB Penix gives Falcons reason for hope as defense faces possible offseason changes after 8-9 finish

Associated Press

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Michael Penix Jr. left the Atlanta Falcons’ practice facility on Monday clutching two game balls as keepsakes from a rookie season that ended with his first three starts. Despite Penix passing for 312 yards and accounting for three touchdowns — two passing and one rushing — Atlanta’s 44-38 overtime loss to Carolina on Sunday extended the …

5 days, 10 hours ago

Bryce Young accounts for 5 TDs as Panthers beat Falcons 44-38 in OT. Atlanta misses playoffs again

Associated Press

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons and Carolina Panthers have more in common than frustrating streaks of seven consecutive losing seasons. “We took a step back today, a huge step.” Rookie Michael Penix Jr. capped his late-season, three-game introduction as Atlanta’s starting quarterback by passing for 312 yards and two touchdowns — both to Drake London, who had 10 catches for …

1 week, 1 day ago

Falcons are leaning on rookie QB Penix as they try to protect fading playoff hopes against Panthers

Associated Press

Carolina at Atlanta Sunday, 1 p.m., CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Falcons by 8 1/2 Series record: Falcons lead 37-22 Against the spread: Panthers 7-9, Falcons 7-9 Last meeting: Falcons beat Panthers 38-20 at Carolina on Oct. 13. Panthers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Panthers defense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Falcons offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Falcons defense: overall, rush, pass, …

1 week, 1 day ago

Dolphins face Rodgers and Jets needing a win and some help to complete a playoff-bound turnaround

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Miami Dolphins were struggling midway through the season, playing nothing like a potential playoff contender. “We started off 2-6,” wide receiver Jaylen Waddle said, “and look at us now.” The Dolphins are 8-8 heading into the regular-season finale Sunday against Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets needing a win — and some help elsewhere …

1 week, 2 days ago

Rodgers says his time with Jets has been ‘best 2 years of my life,’ but he also needs a mental break

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers was in a reflective mood as he prepares for what could be his last game with the New York Jets. “And see where I’m at after that.” Still, he very much sounded as though he doesn’t necessarily expect to be back with the Jets — even if he does want to continue playing. “It’s …

1 week, 4 days ago

Falcons are in good hands at QB, but making the playoffs may have to wait

Associated Press

ATLANTA — Two games into the Michael Penix Jr. era, it’s clear the Atlanta Falcons are in good hands at quarterback. A gut-wrenching loss to the Washington Commanders, who rallied from a 17-7 halftime deficit to pull out a 30-24 overtime victory Sunday night, dealt a huge blow to Atlanta’s postseason hopes. If Morris had used his two timeouts during …

1 week, 4 days ago

Rodgers gets one more start for the Jets and then an offseason of uncertainty begins

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets have one more game left before bidding farewell to what has been a miserable season. Interim coach Jeff Ulbrich reiterated Monday what he said Sunday after New York’s 40-14 loss to Buffalo: The 41-year-old Rodgers will be under center for the team’s last game. “Not to say that it’s right, but I do …

1 week, 5 days ago

Jayden Daniels dazzles again as Commanders clinch a playoff spot by beating Falcons 30-24 in OT

Associated Press

— Jayden Daniels felt tired. Daniels connected with Zach Ertz in overtime for his third touchdown pass of the game to clinch a playoff spot by beating the Atlanta Falcons 30-24 in overtime Sunday night in a back-and-forth prime-time showdown between highly drafted rookie quarterbacks. “I really can’t put into words how much it means to them and how much …

1 week, 5 days ago

Aaron Rodgers-led Jets unravel in undisciplined and turnover-filled 40-14 loss to the Bills

Associated Press

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Aaron Rodgers hoped to become the NFL’s fifth quarterback to throw 500 touchdown passes. Interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said that “barring injury,” Rodgers will start next week’s season finale at home against the Miami Dolphins. “I’m going to enjoy next week and then take some mental and physical rest,” Rodgers said Sunday. Rodgers’ first interception came …

2 weeks, 4 days ago

With rookie QB Penix showing poise in starting debut, the Falcons again control their playoff hopes

Associated Press

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons are back in first place in the NFC South and again in control of their playoff hopes. Rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. showed the poise in his first NFL start the Falcons will need to take advantage of their opportunity to end a six-year playoff drought. Powered by a big-play defense that produced two pick-6s, …

2 weeks, 4 days ago

Rodgers acknowledges Jets could release him after the regular season as he contemplates his future

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers is still contemplating his playing future. The 41-year-old Rodgers said last week that he’ll take some time after this season, his 20th in the NFL, to determine what he wants to do next. “I think there’s a world where they just say, ‘Hey, thank you, we’re going to go in another direction’ on Jan. 6,” Rodgers said during …

2 weeks, 5 days ago

Rodgers and the Jets started strong and then ‘the rhythm disappeared’ in another rough loss

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The way Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets’ offense started, it appeared they might be on their way to a high-scoring victory. “I think that’s what needs to clean up moving forward for some of these guys to reach their full potential is to just lock in on the details.” The offense appeared totally focused …

3 weeks, 1 day ago

Rams’ Matthew Stafford and Jets’ Aaron Rodgers square off in a showdown of familiar foes

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Matthew Stafford has played Aaron Rodgers too many times over the years to wax poetic about any single showdown. It’s always a challenge going against him.” The last time they squared off, Rodgers’ Packers topped Stafford and the Rams 36-28 at Lambeau Field. “It’s two greats and two guys that I look at as Hall of …

4 weeks, 1 day ago

Slumping Falcons try to keep pace in NFC South when visiting the skidding Raiders

Associated Press

LAS VEGAS — Four games remain in the regular season, but the playoffs might as well be underway for the Falcons, who find themselves in a tailspin at just the wrong time. We have to control what we can, and that’s the next game.” Morris has been asked repeatedly over the past two weeks about the struggles of quarterback Kirk …

Jets and Jaguars, two of the NFL’s most disappointing teams, meet amid uncertain futures

Associated Press

New York Jets at Jacksonville Sunday, 1 p.m., FOX. Key injuries Jets RB Breece Hall could miss his second game in a row because of an MCL injury and hyperextension in his left knee.. Special teams ace Irvin Charles was placed on injured reserve this week with a torn ACL.. KR Kene Nwangwu sat out early in the week with …

Jets and Jaguars playing out the string again while facing uncertain futures for coaches

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Jets and Jaguars playing out the string again while facing uncertain futures for coaches

Associated Press

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The New York Jets and Jacksonville Jaguars can sulk together Sunday. … It does give you a bit of juice going into the week.” Even though Jacksonville is coming off a 10-6 victory at the Titans, Pederson’s offense showed no rhythm without injured quarterback Trevor Lawrence. “Situational football hasn’t been great for us and that is why …

4 weeks, 2 days ago

Aaron Rodgers suggests a ‘curse’ might be the reason for the Jets’ losing ways

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets might be dealing with an opponent even tougher to overcome than their poor play, missed opportunities and ill-timed mistakes. Wide receiver Garrett Wilson suggested last Sunday a losing “gene” might be an explanation for the Jets’ inability to pull out victories after the team dropped to 3-10 with a loss at Miami. …

1 month ago

Jets still struggling to secure wins and stop blowing late leads in another playoff-less season

Associated Press

Garrett Wilson has experienced a lot of losing in his three seasons with the New York Jets. “When you’re up in the fourth quarter, all of a sudden it starts to feel like you have a losing problem,” the wide receiver said after the Jets’ 32-26 overtime loss. The Jets couldn’t even enjoy what interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Monday …

1 month ago

Jets’ postseason drought extends to NFL-high 14 straight seasons with a loss to Dolphins

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The ugly pattern that has defined the New York Jets’ disappointing season showed up again Sunday. The Jets squandered a fourth-quarter lead for the fifth time and they lost 32-26 in overtime to the Miami Dolphins, extending their postseason drought to 14 straight years — the NFL’s longest active streak. “We’re playing for our pride at …

1 month ago

For the Jets, anything that can go wrong will go wrong — and Garrett Wilson is sick of it

New York Times

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — “Losing, period, sucks.” Garrett Wilson paused. “When you’re up in the fourth quarter all of a sudden it starts to feel like we have a losing problem, like a gene or some s—,” Wilson said. He’s only in his third season with the Jets, but he already understands the self-fulfilling prophecy, the “Same Old Jets.” The …

1 month, 1 week ago

Falcons looking for scoring revival and an end to 2-game skid when they face Herbert-led Chargers

Associated Press

ATLANTA — Raheem Morris doesn’t want to hear about the production of his Atlanta Falcons’ offense. We’ve got to get back to doing that.” A Falcons offense led by quarterback Kirk Cousins and running back Bijan Robinson had too many drives grind to an early halt in their two straight losses. That’s when we’ve had self-inflicted wounds.” The Chargers also …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rodgers says he’ll enjoy the rest of the Jets’ season and ‘let the future take care of itself’

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers is feeling healthy and will be the New York Jets’ starting quarterback as long as that remains the case. “I’m just going to enjoy these times here and let the future take care of itself.” Interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Rodgers returned from the team’s bye-week break appearing physically refreshed and ready to go. “After my conversations with …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jets’ Ulbrich says Rodgers ‘absolutely’ remains the team’s starting quarterback

Associated Press

New York Jets interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Aaron Rodgers “absolutely” will remain the team’s starting quarterback and start Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. “All I can say, and you’d have to ask Aaron if he’s fully healthy, but he’s better off today than he’s been as of late,” Ulbrich said. “So, I’m excited about what that looks like.” NFL …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bizarre reason Aaron Rodgers 'REFUSES scans on injuries' during nightmare Jets season

Daily Mail

Aaron Rodgers has reportedly refused to have scans to determine the severity of several injuries he has been carrying during a nightmare New York Jets season. Aaron Rodgers has refused to have scans on injuries in case it stops the Jets playing him Rodgers, 40, is believed to be carrying a few knocks from a difficult season with the Jets …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers 'faces being frozen out by the Jets and possibly cut' in brutal move after horrific season

Daily Mail

The New York Jets are reportedly considering placing Aaron Rodgers on injured reserve as their dismal season continues to unwind. Earlier this week it was also claimed that Jets owner Woody Johnson wanted to bench Rodgers after the dismal Week 4 home defeat by the Denver Broncos. The New York Jets are reportedly considering placing Aaron Rodgers on injured reserve …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

If the Jets don’t want Aaron Rodgers back, the 4-time MVP will find another home: Analysis

Associated Press

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. Aaron Rodgers could be next to leave the New York Jets. If Rodgers doesn’t retire and New York’s new regime wants a clean slate, here are potential destinations for the future first-ballot Hall of Famer: SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS: This could only happen if Brock Purdy’s shoulder injury …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jets’ Super Bowl dreams with Rodgers have fizzled into a tumultuous mess with lots of uncertainty

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers sat in front of a packed auditorium at the New York Jets’ facility and shared an observation a few generations of frustrated fans knew all too well. “I mean, it’s disappointing,” Rodgers said after the Jets’ 28-27 loss to Indianapolis last Sunday. He insisted this year’s squad was one of the franchise’s “most talented teams that has ever …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Quarterback clashes and spiraling squads: Five things to look out for in Week 11 of the NFL season

CNN

CNN — It’s tough, tough times for some NFL fanbases as we enter Week 11 of the season. Mike Dinovo/USA Today Sports/Reuters Passing game coordinator Thomas Brown – who called plays for the Carolina Panthers last season – will now be calling the plays for the Bears. Chicago is 3-25 against Green Bay in their last 28 matchups, and here’s …

1 month, 4 weeks ago

Russell Wilson finds a way, Jets’ defense unravels, Week 10 thoughts: Quick Outs

New York Times

Nothing about Week 10 made any sense. 1 spot, 4 QBs in updated top 50 QB charting: Russell Wilson The construct of Pittsburgh’s Wilson-led offense has not been a mystery — run the ball, attack the short areas with rollouts and take seemingly endless shots down the field. Russell Wilson's Week 10 numbers Comp Att TDs WR Adj INT Total …

1 month, 4 weeks ago

Falcons denied sweep of Saints because of 3 missed FGs and failures on pass defense

Associated Press

ATLANTA — It should be no surprise the Atlanta Falcons won’t achieve perfection in their NFC South schedule. Atlanta was 4-0 against division opponents before failures on pass defense and three missed field goals helped to prevent a sweep of the season series against the Saints. That play served as a reminder the Atlanta defense was held without a sack …

2 months ago

Jets endure a humbling 31-6 loss to Cardinals and are running out of chances to turn things around

Associated Press

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Aaron Rodgers rolled out to his right before flinging a pass to Malachi Corley a few yards downfield. Rodgers threw for 151 yards and the Jets managed just two field goals in a lopsided 31-6 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Offensively, you’re not going to beat anyone scoring six points.” Rodgers completed 22 of 35 …

2 months ago

Uncharacteristic and untimely struggles doomed the Falcons against the Saints

Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS — Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo held his hands to his helmet when his would-be tying field goal banged off the right upright with 6 1/2 minutes remaining against a Saints team that hadn’t won a game since September. Koo missed three field goals for the first time in his seven seasons in the NFL — and six …

2 months, 1 week ago

New York Jets end losing run with victory over Houston Texans

The Independent

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2 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers stats Jets vs. Texans on Thursday Night Football: This will all be over soon.

Slate

At best, Aaron Rodgers has failed to transform the New York Jets into anything other than the New York Jets. The Jets’ entire last season became about a quarterback who would not be playing for them, and who frequently created negative news cycles for the team with his weekly appearances on ESPN’s Pat McAfee Show. Rodgers’ every utterance becomes national …

Atlanta Falcons' Momentum Continues, While Cowboys' Struggles Continue

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2 months, 1 week ago

Atlanta Falcons' Momentum Continues, While Cowboys' Struggles Continue

Associated Press

The Atlanta Falcons are surging to the top of the NFC South, while the Dallas Cowboys are struggling to find their footing. Robinson has been a key factor in Atlanta's success, topping 100 scrimmage yards in three straight games and scoring four touchdowns. The Falcons have won four of their last five games against teams that are now struggling, including …

2 months, 1 week ago

NFL quarterback gives team huge boost ahead of blockbuster Sunday game

Daily Mail

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love may not have to sit out of another game with injury after all, as he stated Wednesday he sees a 'realistic' chance to play this weekend against the Lions. Love suffered a groin injury during the third quarter of last week's win over the Jacksonville Jaguars and did not play a snap in Florida …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

After loss to Patriots, it’s too dark to see how Aaron Rodgers’ Jets can save their season

New York Times

— Aaron Rodgers stood at the lectern, sullen, the brim of his hat casting a shadow over his eyes. Until they did..@dreeday32 WITH 22 SECONDS LEFT 🤯 📺: CBS pic.twitter.com/QTUC4h6w6p — New England Patriots October 27, 2024 Afterward, interim coach Jeff Ulbrich — promoted to be the captain of the Titanic just as it was about to strike the iceberg …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Falcons Struggling to Conquer Seattle: A Tale of Missed Opportunities

Associated Press

The Atlanta Falcons suffered a 34-14 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, marking a disappointing start to the season. Despite having a three-game winning streak, the Falcons faltered in the fourth quarter, allowing the Seahawks to secure the victory. The team's struggles with pass rush continue to be a major concern, with only six sacks in the game. The Falcons' offensive …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

What we learned in NFL Week 6: Bears have their guy, Cowboys shocked at home

New York Times

It was an unnerving sight: an NFL head coach disappearing into the blue medical tent on the sideline during a game, then walking to the locker room with the training staff. That means Williams has thrown for nine touchdowns in his first six starts, matching the total the Bears’ last two first-round picks at quarterback amassed across their entire first …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

Russini’s what I’m hearing: Saleh’s foiled plan to save Jets offense, Steelers’ Justin Fields feelings

New York Times

All it takes is one. Most don’t like to fire head coaches during the season — including the New York Jets, who hadn’t done so since the 1970s. This is what I’m hearing this week: • How Saleh tried to fix the offense • How the Jets are still trying to reel in a pair of All-Pros • Ferris Bueller, …

3 months, 1 week ago

Falcons looking for more points from Cousins-led attack as they brace for visit from Mayfield, Bucs

Associated Press

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons had big plans for their offense when they decided to invest heavily in quarterback Kirk Cousins and add new coach Raheem Morris and offensive coordinator Zac Robinson. I think we know that, I think they know that, and I think we’re really comfortable being able to go out there and win football games however we …

3 months, 1 week ago

Falcons pull out a win that puts a much more positive spin on their opening month

Associated Press

ATLANTA — Kirk Cousins knew how important it was for the Atlanta Falcons to pull out a win against the New Orleans Saints. “There’s a lot to fix.” said Cousins, who is off to an uneven start in his first season as Atlanta’s quarterback. “You come away saying I’m so glad we won.” Cousins likes to record voice memos to …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Falcons squander a prime-time chance to show they’re a team on the rise in the NFL

Associated Press

ATLANTA — Three weeks into the season, the Atlanta Falcons had a chance to establish themselves as a team on the rise in the NFL. “There’s plenty I can point to that wasn’t good enough to win this game, but still felt like it was right there for us to win and when you don’t do it, it leaves you …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers issues ominous warning to the NFL after Jets' thumping win over the Patriots

Daily Mail

Aaron Rodgers has issued an ominous warning to the rest of the NFL about his thriving relationship with his Jets receivers. It came after the quarterback combined for touchdowns with both Allen Lazard and Garrett Wilson as the New York Jets blew away the New England Patriots 24-3 on Thursday. Aaron Rodgers issued an ominous warning to the NFL after …

3 months, 4 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets visit the Titans with both trying to avoid 0-2 starts

Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The NFL did the New York Jets and four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers no favors scheduling their first three games over the span of 11 days. Two-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons said Rodgers probably has the best hard count outside of Titans offensive line guru Bill Callahan. Rodgers watched the end of the Jets’ loss …

3 months, 4 weeks ago

Jets’ Rodgers is healthy, focused and ‘relaxed’ a year to the day of his injury

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers faced an uncertain playing future a year ago as he limped off the field with what turned out to be a torn Achilles tendon. “Yeah, we go into the Groundhog Day mindset being a Wednesday and we’re on to the next opponent,” Rodgers said. A lot’s changed in a year and I’m glad to …

4 months ago

Jets struggle in opener, but Saleh says 0-1 with Rodgers feels better than 1-0 last year without him

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers being back on the field healthy — albeit a bit rusty — made even a rough loss in front of a national TV audience sting just a little less for the New York Jets. “Unfortunately, it does.” That’s because after one game last year, Rodgers’ injury had the Jets’ heads spinning and their frustrated fans coming to grips …

4 months ago

Falcons hardly look like a team turning things around in an ugly loss to Steelers in Week 1

Associated Press

ATLANTA — After six straight losing seasons, nothing less than a trip to the playoffs will do for the Atlanta Falcons. “We know he has to play better, there’s no doubt about that,” said Raheem Morris, whose first game as Falcons coach was a huge disappointment. But the Falcons’ longest play was a 20-yard completion to Ray-Ray McCloud — hardly …

4 months ago

Aaron Rodgers makes his return when the Jets open the season at the 49ers

Associated Press

New York Jets at San Francisco Monday, 8:15 p.m. EDT, ESPN/ABC BetMGM NFL Odds: 49ers by 3 1/2. The 40-year-old four-time NFL MVP tore his left Achilles tendon four snaps into his debut last season for New York, sinking the Jets’ playoff hopes with him. Stats and stuff The Jets are 1-2 in season openers under Robert Saleh, with the …

4 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers is back for the Jets and so are lofty expectations to end a 13-year playoff drought

Associated Press

NEW YORK JETS EXPECTATIONS: Playoffs or bust. But with the 40-year-old Aaron Rodger back and healthy after tearing his left Achilles tendon on his fourth snap of the season last year, there’s renewed optimism for the Jets to not only get into the playoffs, but to make a run. The Jets’ success will come down to how Rodgers plays in …

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