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The Miami Dolphins' playoff hopes are not in their hands, but they did their part with a gritty win over San Francisco.

The Dolphins' improbable path to the playoffs isn't in their hands, but they must do their part

The Cincinnati Bengals have won three straight games for the first time this season.

Riding a 3-game win streak, the Bengals cling to playoff hopes with the Broncos next

Josh Allen doesn't have to do it all, and may be hard-pressed to top 4,000 yards passing for a fifth consecutive season.

Bills offense is 'Cooking,' with running game adding a powerful new dimension

Jalen Hurts is in the NFL's concussion protocol, limiting his ability to practice for the Philadelphia Eagles' game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is in the NFL's concussion protocol. His status for Sunday is uncertain

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens was a full participant in practice, opening the door for him to return from a three-game absence as the Steelers host the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day.

Steelers WR George Pickens returns to practice, hopeful to play against Chiefs

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Linebacker Micah McFadden, running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. and center John Michael Schmitz also left Falcons' loss banged up. 

QB Lock has MRI on shoulder for hurting Giants

He was targeted just seven times with four coming on the Jets' final drive in loss to Rams on Sunday.

Wilson should be bigger part of Jets' offense against Bills

Along with scoring his third goal of the season, Barzal had 16:43 of ice time spanning 19 shifts.

Barzal's goal vs. Toronto could be a spark for himself and Isles

Players and coaches aren't thinking about 2025, as a good amount won't even be here next season. 

Rock: Give Giants time to process final two weeks

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