Tom Brady, Patriots look ordinary and vulnerable as problems mount December 17, 2018 The Patriots have typically owned December, but they fallen in consecutive games during the month for the first time since 2002 and look vulnerable.

32 things we learned from Week 15 of the 2018 NFL season December 17, 2018 Just two teams joined the playoff picture this week, but the postseason outlook still underwent a potentially big reshaping.

NFL Week 15 winners, losers: New England Patriots' loss is Houston Texans' gain December 17, 2018 Consecutive losses for the New England Patriots have put the Houston Texans into prime playoff positioning in the AFC.

By the numbers: Why Los Angeles Rams are struggling after bye week December 17, 2018 The Rams haven't been their explosive selves in three weeks since their bye, losing their past two games. A look at the troubling numbers.

NFL playoff picture after Week 15: Patriots' loss to Steelers may mean no first-round bye December 17, 2018 No NFL teams clinched a bye in Week 15, and some — notably New England — suffered major setbacks in bids to sit out wild-card weekend.

Steelers make statement by finishing off Tom Brady, Patriots December 17, 2018 After dropping their previous five contests against one of their rivals, the Steelers had something to prove when they took on the Patriots.

Do the Eagles have a QB controversy between Carson Wentz and Nick Foles? Not if you look closely December 17, 2018 Alshon Jeffery had his best game of the season with Nick Foles at quarterback. What will the Eagles do going forward?

Aaron Rodgers keeps missing the mark, making life difficult for Packers December 17, 2018 Every week, Aaron Rodgers seems to miss open receivers or make inaccurate throws that were almost always completions in the past.

Here's why Oakland coach Jon Gruden should share credit for Chicago Bears' NFC North title December 16, 2018 Boneheaded as Jon Gruden’s decision was to cut Khalil Mack loose from Oakland, it’s been transformative for Chicago, which is headed to the playoffs

Ezekiel Elliott: Cowboys' loss 'embarrassing' but 'very much needed' December 16, 2018 Ezekiel Elliott and Dak Prescott weren't happy with the Cowboys' performance in a shutout loss. But both believe Dallas might have needed the outcome.

Why the Colts have Josh McDaniels to thank for their success December 16, 2018 Josh McDaniels did the Colts a favor by hiring defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus and forcing the Colts to take a second look at coach Frank Reich.

Detroit Lions coach Matt Patricia drops F-bomb in live radio interview December 16, 2018 Matt Patricia was answering a question from Lomas Brown after the Detroit Lions guaranteed themselves their first losing season since 2015.

Bears lineman proposes to girlfriend after big win over Packers December 16, 2018 Charles Leno Jr. dropped to one knee and pops the question after division-clinching win over Packers.

USA TODAY Sports' Week 15 NFL picks: Do Cowboys stay hot vs. Colts? December 13, 2018 As the playoff picture crystallizes and other teams circle the drain, our NFL experts serve up their weekly prognostications.

NFL power rankings: Saints replace Rams at No. 1, Steelers tumble from Top 10 December 11, 2018 The Saints return to the top spot, the Chargers' rise continues, and the sinking Steelers are no longer in top 10.

2019 NFL draft first-round order: Cardinals are on the clock if the season ended today December 17, 2018 Here is a look at the first-round order for the 2019 NFL draft after Thursday Night Football, which would place the Arizona Cardinals on the clock.

USA TODAY Sports' 2018 NFL midseason predictions for Super Bowl LIII, MVP and more October 31, 2018 With the 2018 NFL season hitting the halfway mark, our panel of experts revisited their preseason prognostications.

2018 NFL record projections: Will Patriots falter on road to Super Bowl LIII? September 06, 2018 USA TODAY Sports releases it annual NFL record projections, which suggest the Patriots and Seahawks will falter in 2018 on the road to Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta.

Joe Hawley retired from NFL. Then he moved into van and hit road in search of new path May 11, 2018 He retired from the NFL. He gave away most of his stuff. Now, former Tampa Bay Bucs offensive lineman Joe Hawley is traveling around the country in a tricked-out van, trying to fill the void that football left behind.

Ranking current NFL players' chances of Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement August 03, 2018 As the Pro Football Hall of Fame inducts its 56th class, it's a good time to ponder which active NFL players will one day be enshrined in Canton. Think Tom Brady makes the cut?

Get your popcorn ready: Classic NFL celebrations we most want to see repeated next November 06, 2018 Michael Thomas replicated Joe Horn's cellphone celebration. Kevin Byard copied T.O. Here are some more classic celebrations we'd like to see.

2018 NFL schedules for all 32 teams April 19, 2018 Take a look at every NFL team's schedule for the 2018 season, which kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 6 when the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles host the Atlanta Falcons at Lincoln Financial Field.

NFL cheerleaders in 2018 season December 17, 2018

NFL 2018: Wild weather games December 16, 2018 Take a look at NFL games impacted by adverse weather conditions during the 2018 NFL season.

Titans cornerback Logan Ryan says he has broken left leg December 17, 2018 Titans cornerback Logan Ryan says he has broken left leg

NFL Whip Around Week 15: Bears clinch, Pats losing race for first-round bye December 17, 2018 Chicago’s future looks bright while the Patriots may have cost themselves a first-round bye. NFL insiders break down the biggest stories from Week 15.

Column: Maybe the key word in NFL stretch drive is balance December 17, 2018 Column: Maybe the key word in NFL stretch drive is balance

NFL ICYMI: As of now, Brady, Patriots not what they've been December 17, 2018 In case you missed it in Week 15 of the NFL season: Tom Brady and the New England Patriots have lost five games in a season for the first time in nearly a decade

Rams trying to handle adversity after second straight loss December 17, 2018 The Los Angeles Rams are experiencing something they haven't in Sean McVay's two seasons as head coach _ a losing streak

Back in the game: Foles leads Eagles past Rams 30-23 December 17, 2018 Nick Foles took over for Carson Wentz and passed for 270 yards, and Wendell Smallwood rushed for two touchdowns in the Eagles' 30-23 victory over the Los Angeles Rams

Bears clinch NFC North with 24-17 victory over Packers December 17, 2018 Mitchell Trubisky threw for two touchdowns, Eddie Jackson ended Aaron Rodgers' NFL-record streak without an interception and the Chicago Bears clinched the NFC North championship with a 24-17 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday

NFL Week 15 overreactions: Eagles and Steelers save season, Bears clinch North December 17, 2018 SportsPulse: Nick Foles did it again, the Bears did something they haven't done in awhile and the Steelers look like they will get it done in the end. Trysta Krick breaks down the top storylines in Week 15.

NFL Today, Week 15 December 16, 2018 NFL Today, Week 15

Bears clinch 1st playoff berth since 2010, beat Packers December 16, 2018 NFL Capsules

Shorthanded Philadelphia Eagles stun Rams in Los Angeles to boost playoff hopes December 17, 2018 The Eagles were big underdogs without starting quarterback Carson Wentz, but the defending champs came up big against the Rams.

Road Rash: Sloppy Patriots fall to Steelers 17-10 December 16, 2018 The New England Patriots are having trouble winning on the road, a serious issue for them as they prepare for playoffs

Seahawks blow chance to clinch playoffs with OT loss to SF December 16, 2018 The stage was all set for a playoff-clinching party for the Seattle Seahawks with a game against a struggling rival they had dominated for five years running

Steelers ride rookie Samuels past Patriots 17-10 December 16, 2018 Rookie running back Jaylen Samuels ran for a career-high 142 yards and made a critical third-down reception in the fourth quarter as Pittsburgh snapped a three-game losing streak by holding off Tom Brady and the Patriots 17-10

Gould's FG in OT helps 49ers snap 10-game skid vs. Seahawks December 16, 2018 Robbie Gould kicked a 36-yard field goal with 3:06 left in overtime and the San Francisco 49ers snapped a 10-game losing streak against the Seattle Seahawks with a 26-23 victory

Dolphins' Gore injures left ankle against Vikings December 16, 2018 Miami's Frank Gore hurt his left ankle on the second-to-last play of the first quarter and didn't return to the Dolphins' loss at Minnesota

Bengals end 5-game losing streak, beat Raiders 30-16 December 16, 2018 Joe Mixon had another big game, rushing for 129 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and the Cincinnati Bengals held on for a 30-16 victory over the Oakland Raiders that ended one of their longest losing streaks under coach Marvin Lewis

Aaron Rodgers among fantasy football playoffs' biggest disappointments December 17, 2018 Week 15 fantasy football takeaways: Packers' Aaron Rodgers, Giants' Saquon Barkley, Vikings' Adam Thielen among those who fail to deliver in playoffs.

Colts use Mack attack, defense to shut down Cowboys 23-0 December 16, 2018 Marlon Mack rushed for a career-high 139 yards and two scores and the Indianapolis Colts defense shut out one of the league's hottest offenses, rolling to a 23-0 victory Sunday

Seattle Seahawks miss chance to secure playoff berth in loss to San Francisco 49ers December 16, 2018 Robbie Gould's overtime field goal snapped the Seahawks' 10-game winning streak against the 49ers and prevented Seattle from securing a playoff spot.

Best celebrations of the 2018 NFL season December 16, 2018 Take a look at NFL players celebrating big plays during the 2018 season.

NFL's scariest players ever October 30, 2018 These NFL all-timers are likely to strike fear in any opponent.

NFL player suspensions for 2018 season August 21, 2018

No. 1 NFL draft picks since 1985 April 27, 2018

NFL player arrests database December 14, 2016 USA TODAY Sports' complete database of all the arrests since 2000.

It's official. Toss this Detroit Lions season away after loss to Bills December 16, 2018 The Detroit Lions aren't going to the playoffs. So stop worrying about it. A season that began with a gut-punch on opening night will end in misery.

Steve Wilks not shying away from responsibility for Cardinals' loss December 16, 2018 If this was the straw that ultimately broke the back of the Cardinals’ first-year head coach, Steve Wilks wasn’t about to run any interference.

Insider: The Colts are coming December 17, 2018 The Colts have won seven of their last eight games and looking to be the second team since 2002 to make the playoffs after a 1-5 start

Best of NFL Week 15 December 16, 2018 Take a look at the best images from the 15th week of play in the 2018 NFL season.

My Cause, My Cleats: NFL players wear custom cleats December 16, 2018 NFL players showcase their custom-made cleats on the field in support of My Cause, My Cleats during Weeks 13-15.

NFL power rankings: Week 14 December 11, 2018 Take a look at how the NFL teams stand after 14 weeks of play in the 2018 season.

NFL weather games through the years December 06, 2018 Here are some famous NFL weather games, whether played in rain, mud, snow, cold, or a combination of those adverse conditions.