Week 15 of the 2023 NFL season is already underway, and many more matchups are on tap for the weekend. But not every team is healthy as we approach the finalization of the playoff picture, with several big names on track to be sidelined — or return from the sidelines — on Saturday and Sunday. Below, you’ll find a complete …

It’s been a while since the Florida Gators have brought in a blue-chip quarterback, but that drought should end in five days when the early signing period opens up. Willis High (Texas) quarterback DJ Lagway headlines UF’s 2024 recruiting class and there’s little doubt that he’s one of the best in the land. Five-star rating aside, Lagway backed up his …

Getty Images Eight years after he last appeared in an NFL game, Rolando McClain is officially cleared to attempt a comeback. The former Cowboys and Raiders linebacker was reinstated from an indefinite suspension this week, according to Sports Illustrated’s FanNation. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell informed McClain of the move on Thursday, per Mike Fisher, and the 34-year-old free agent has …

The Cardinals signed linebacker Tyreke Smith to the active roster from Seattle’s practice squad, the team announced Friday. Smith appeared in one game this season with the Seahawks after being elevated from the team’s practice squad. He made one tackle in the Seahawks’ Sept. 17 win over the Lions, seeing action on nine defensive snaps and five on special teams. …

Cornerback Jarrian Jones has declared for the NFL Draft. But he will still play one more game with Florida State football. The redshirt senior announced his decision to enter the draft, scheduled for the end of April. He also announced his intentions to play in the Orange Bowl for No. 5 FSU (13-0) against No. 6 Georgia (12-1) at 4 …

With gambling now legal in nearly every part of the country, it seems like NFL officials have been under more scrutiny this year. Whenever there’s a bad call, you’ll almost always hear at least one fan scream that the “fix” is in.  Although the NFL has never had to deal with an officiating scandal, there have definitely been instances where …

The Colts elevated wide receiver Ethan Fernea to the active roster from the practice squad for Saturday’s game against the Steelers, the team announced Friday. Fernea re-joined the Colts on Dec. 1 after participating in the team’s 2023 offseason program and training camp. He has appeared in one career, seeing action on one offensive snap and nine on special teams …

With the arrival of bowl season comes an increased spotlight on the four teams — Michigan, Washington, Texas and Alabama — set to compete in the College Football Playoff. Still, the playoff participants account for merely a fraction of the bowl season field. Seventy-eight other schools will participate in non-CFP bowls over the next few weeks, and even if a …

Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco has been ruled out of the game in New England after having “a cleanup” surgery on his ailing shoulder, coach Andy Reid said Friday, adding that he expects one of the NFL’s leading rushers to be back next week. The Chiefs play the Patriots on Sunday in a game that was flexed out of its …

The Los Angeles Chargers finally moved on from head coach Brandon Staley on Friday, just hours after his team gave up 63 points to the Las Vegas Raiders and lost by 42. Staley was 24-24 in his three seasons as an NFL head coach, failing to win a playoff game with Justin Herbert as his quarterback.  Despite going to the …

The historic Rose Bowl in Pasadena will serve as a College Football Playoff semifinal between top-ranked Michigan and No. 4 Alabama. The Big Ten conference champion and the SEC champion clash, with the winner moving on to the national championship. ESPN’s Bill Connelly listed a top question or storyline for every bowl game (subscription required), including the playoffs. For the …

Getty Images The Titans on Friday ruled defensive lineman Teair Tart out for Sunday’s Week 15 game against the Texans. It turns out the veteran starter won’t suit up for Tennessee again, with the club releasing Tart amid a personal dispute, according to Paul Kuharsky. Tart, 26, hadn’t practiced all week due to an undisclosed personal issue. Now, he’s parting …

Cowboys defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (knee/ankle) will miss some time after being injured during Sunday’s victory over the Eagles. He is the only player the Cowboys have ruled out for Sunday’s game at Buffalo. But Dallas has six players with questionable tags as an illness has spread through The Star. Linebacker Micah Parsons is off the injury report with an …

Who’s Playing Pittsburgh Steelers @ Indianapolis Colts Current Records: Pittsburgh 7-6, Indianapolis 7-6 How To Watch When: Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. ETWhere: Lucas Oil Stadium — Indianapolis, IndianaTV: NFL NetworkFollow: CBS Sports AppOnline streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.) What to Know The Steelers have enjoyed a two-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. They will square …

Star players continue opting out of college football bowl games due to the changing landscape of the sport, creating tricky decisions for people in 2023-24 bowl confidence pools. USC quarterback Caleb Williams is perhaps the most notable opt out, as he will be sitting out of the Holiday Bowl against No. 15 Louisville on Dec. 27. The Cardinals are subsequently …