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Week 1 Scoring Frenzy Ties Super Bowl Era Record
around-the-nfl25 days ago

Week 1 Scoring Frenzy Ties Super Bowl Era Record

Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season produced a scoring surge that ties the Super Bowl era record for most Week 1 points (791), driven by the Chiefs-Broncos 41-point clash and a fireworks-filled weekend that saw Caleb Williams’ Bears drop 59 on the Panthers in the league’s highest-scoring Week 1 game (96 combined), plus Ravens (41), Bills (36-31), and Vikings (39-22) among other high-scoring performances, with NFL Research noting an average of 50.0 points per game before the finale brought it down to 49.4.

49ers eye rare 30+ starting lineup if Deebo starts
sports2 months ago

49ers eye rare 30+ starting lineup if Deebo starts

If Deebo Samuel starts, the 49ers could become the fourth team in the Super Bowl era to begin a game with five non-quarterback skill-position players aged 30 or older, joining the 1992 Washington, 2003 Denver, and 2004 Tampa Bay squads. The five would be Mike Evans, Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle, Kyle Juszczyk, and the Z receiver (either Deebo Samuel, Christian Kirk, or Demarcus Robinson). Pearsall’s departure could slow the offense’s field-stretch and speed, but Samuel’s speed (up to 19.23 mph on a kickoff) and return ability (30.1 yards per return on 15 tries) remain valuable for both offense and special teams.

Commanders revive iconic 1979 look with new SB-era kits and black alternate
sports5 months ago

Commanders revive iconic 1979 look with new SB-era kits and black alternate

Washington Commanders reveal a 2026 uniform set reviving their traditional 1979-era aesthetic across helmets, jerseys and pants, anchored by a burgundy, white and gold scheme. The launch also introduces the all-black “Hail Raiser” alternate featuring a spear motif, with white pants and simplified side striping to maintain a unified visual identity. The move, led by new owners including Josh Harris, blends the franchise’s storied past with a modern update while keeping the spear emblem as a distinguishing touch.

"AFC North Makes History with Every Team Finishing with Winning Record"
sports2 years ago

"AFC North Makes History with Every Team Finishing with Winning Record"

The AFC North Division made history as the first NFL division since 1935 to have all four teams finish with a winning record, with the Baltimore Ravens, Cleveland Browns, and Pittsburgh Steelers advancing to the postseason. This achievement reflects the depth and talent of the division, with the Bengals being the only team to miss out on the playoffs despite their previous divisional success.