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Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta not only had the best game of his NFL career, he also made his mark in the team’s history books. In their 33-28 win over the New Orleans Saints, LaPorta had a career-high 140 receiving yards, which is the new franchise record for most receiving yards by a rookie tight end. LaPorta finished with …

Getty Images Shaquille Leonard has made his decision. The free-agent linebacker has agreed to a one-year deal to join the Philadelphia Eagles, the team announced Monday. The specific financial terms of Leonard’s deal with the Eagles with not immediately disclosed.  This signing comes after Leonard was released by the Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 21 after spending the first five years …

The Philadelphia Eagles may have loss — badly — the game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, but that 42-19 drubbing helped the Eagles win the Shaquille Leonard sweepstakes. On Monday afternoon, Philadelphia announced that it signed the former All-Pro linebacker to a one-year deal. The former Indianapolis Colts standout was deciding between the Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys, …

Every Sunday night, oddsmakers drop the upcoming week’s NFL betting lines, and if you are wondering if the opening spreads look accurate, we’ve got you covered. Each week, FOX Sports Betting Analysts Geoff Schwartz, Sam Panayotovich and Jason McIntyre will break down the opening numbers in this space and point out if they think the line is too low, too …

How 49ers QB Purdy made NFL history in multiple ways vs. Eagles originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Brock Purdy’s triumphant return to Philadelphia earned the 49ers quarterback a prestigious place in NFL history alongside three of the best players ever to play the sport. Purdy shined on the national stage, throwing four touchdowns and recording a 148.8 passer …

Getty Images New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr left in the fourth quarter of their 33-28 loss to the Detroit Lions after being hit hard by Bruce Irvin in the backfield. Carr was slow to get up and eventually helped off the field by trainers, who were holding the veteran’s right arm. Jameis Winston replaced Carr under center.  Carr, who was officially listed …

Titans coach Mike Vrabel has fired special teams coordinator Craig Aukerman after Tennessee had a punt blocked and returned for a touchdown followed by the punter suffering a season-ending injury on his next punt attempt in Sunday’s loss to the Colts.  Vrabel announced the rare in-season coaching change Monday with Tom Quinn taking over for the rest of this season. …

Getty Images The New York Jets have lost five straight games since starting the season 4-3, and they are seeing their odds to make the playoffs quickly dwindle. The Jets (4-8) benched quarterback Zach Wilson for Tim Boyle in hopes it would improve the offense, but Boyle was then replaced by Trevor Siemian. Now, the Jets are reportedly considering another …

Getty Images Kenny Pickett underwent a surgical procedure on his high-ankle sprain Monday morning “in an effort to accelerate the healing process,” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin told reporters. He’s expected to miss multiple weeks after suffering the injury during the Steelers’ 24-10 loss to the Cardinals.  While Tomlin made it clear the quarterback will be out for their Thursday night game against …

Titans running back Derrick Henry avoided a concussion on Sunday, but a key member of the defense didn’t enjoy the same luck on the injury front. Defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons left their overtime loss to the Colts with a knee injury early in the second half and was ruled out a short time later. On Monday, head coach Mike Vrabel …

USATSI The New York Giants plan on bringing back one of their quarterbacks very soon, as Tyrod Taylor has been designated to return off injured reserve, according to NFL Media. Taylor’s practice window has been opened this week; if he is not activated to the 53-man roster in the next 21 days, he will be demoted to season-ending injured reserve. …

Purdy’s MVP odds skyrocket after 49ers QB’s huge game vs. Eagles originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area There’s a new NFL MVP frontrunner in the league. During the 49ers’ 42-19 rout of the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field, quarterback Brock Purdy made his case for the award with an electric four-touchdown performance opposite Jalen Hurts. The …

Patrick Everson FOX Sports Betting Analyst Christmas is coming early for the public betting masses, thanks to NFL favorites going on a binge the past two weekends. It started in Week 12, with favorites finishing 12-4 against the spread (ATS). It continued in the NFL Week 13 odds market, particularly on Sunday, when favorites were 9-1 straight up (SU) and …

Getty Images Kenny Pickett underwent a surgical procedure on his high-ankle sprain Monday morning “in an effort to accelerate the healing process,” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin told reporters. He’s expected to miss 2-4 weeks after suffering the injury during the Steelers’ 24-10 loss to the Cardinals.  While Tomlin made it clear the quarterback will be out for their Thursday night game against …

USATSI Tennessee Titans star running back Derrick Henry put together one of his best performances of the season in the Week 13 overtime loss to the Indianapolis Colts, as he rushed 21 times for 102 yards and two touchdowns. Unfortunately, Henry also left the game in the fourth quarter due to what was thought to be a concussion.  While there …