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Ravens | Baltimore hire Jesse Minter as new HC (2026-01-22 17:18:00) [jump to this story] Bills | Brian Daboll interviews with Buffalo (2026-01-22 14:02:00) [jump to this story] Falcons | Tommy Rees is ATL's OC (2026-01-22 09:36:00) [jump to this story] |
Cowboys | Christian Parker will be new Dallas DC Thu Jan 22, 08:59 PM
Philadelphia Eagles defensive backs coach/passing game coordinator Christian Parker has agreed to a deal to become the new defensive coordinator of the Dallas Cowboys, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Link to storyAtlanta Falcons LB Kaden Elliss' 30 pass-rush wins in 2025 were twice as many as any other off-ball linebacker.
Link to storyKaden Elliss player page
Kansas City Chiefs DT Chris Jones led all defensive tackles in pass rush win rate (20.4%) in 2025.
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Seattle Seahawks OT Charles Cross (foot), OT Joshua Jones (ankle, knee) and OT Amari Kight (knee) did not participate in practice. OG Bryce Cabeldue (knee), QB Sam Darnold (oblique), and FB Robbie Ouzts (neck) were limited during practice. TE Elijah Arroyo (knee), RB George Holani (hamstring), LB Tyrice Knight (shoulder), LB DeMarcus Lawrence (non-injury), LB Uchenna Nwosu (hamstring), WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (non-injury), LB Chazz Surratt (ankle) and DE Leonard Williams (non-injury) fully participated in practice.
Link to storyDeMarcus Lawrence player page
Leonard Williams player page
Sam Darnold player page
Uchenna Nwosu player page
Chazz Surratt player page
Jaxon Smith-Njigba player page
Seattle Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (non-injury) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
Link to storyJaxon Smith-Njigba player page
Seattle Seahawks RB George Holani (hamstring) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
Link to storySeattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (oblique) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: There's little doubt that Darnold is going to play in the NFC Championship Game against the Rams. The divisional rivals know each other well and split the season series. So long as Darnold takes care of the ball, Seattle can advance to the Super Bowl. |
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Los Angeles Rams LB Byron Young (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 22. CB Emmanuel Forbes (shoulder) and OT Rob Havenstein (ankle) were limited during practice. S Quentin Lake (illness) and LB Josaiah Stewart (knee) fully participated in practice.
Link to storyFree-agent TE Hayden Rucci (49ers) signed a Reserve/Future contract with the San Francisco 49ers Thursday, Jan. 22. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyNew England Patriots C Garrett Bradbury (illness), LB Harold Landry (knee) and LB Marte Mapu (hip) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 22. CB Carlton Davis (concussion), LB Christian Elliss (hip), TE Hunter Henry (non-injury), WR Mack Hollins (abdomen), OT Morgan Moses (non-injury) and OT Thayer Munford (knee) were limited during practice. DT Joshua Farmer (hamstring), RB TreVeyon Henderson (shoulder), RB Terrell Jennings (head) and LB Robert Spillane (hand) fully participated in practice.
Link to storyHunter Henry player page
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Harold Landry III player page
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New England Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson (shoulder) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Henderson can be a problem for the Broncos on Sunday. The rookie back can make a big play happen any time he touches the ball. Even splitting touches with Rhamondre Stevenson, Henderson could be a factor. |
New England Patriots WR Mack Hollins (abdomen) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Let's see if Hollins can get out there on Sunday against the Broncos. He's coming back from IR with this abdomen injury and not a lock to play. If he does play, Hollins will block (his forte) and be a deep threat for the Pats. |
Mack Hollins player page
New England Patriots TE Hunter Henry (non-injury) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Henry is a seasoned veteran getting some rest. He's good for the AFC Championship Game against the Broncos, and with their weakness covering tight ends he could have a big game. |
Hunter Henry player page
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 22. RB J.K. Dobbins (foot), C Alex Forsyth (ankle) and WR Troy Franklin (hamstring) were limited during practice. WR Pat Bryant (concussion), OT Frank Crum (ankle), TE Lucas Krull (foot), LB Drew Sanders (ankle), S JL Skinner (quadriceps) and C Luke Wattenberg (shoulder) fully participated in practice.
Link to storyJ.K. Dobbins player page
Drew Sanders player page
Denver Broncos WR Pat Bryant (concussion) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Good news for the Broncos here. Bryant was going to be a big part of their plan against the Bills but was concussed for the second time in about a month. He's been seen wearing a guardian cap in practice, and Bryant could wear one in the game to keep him better protected. |
Denver Broncos WR Troy Franklin (hamstring) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: It's not a guarantee Franklin plays on Sunday. Speedy receivers can be bothered more than others by hamstring injuries. Let's see what his status is like on Friday. |
Denver Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins (foot) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Dobbins is trying to come back for the AFC Championship. When he initially injured his foot, reports indicated he could return for the Super Bowl. Dobbins is positive about his status, but the team will make that decision later in the week. |
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Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 22.
Link to storyLos Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter agreed to terms with the Baltimore Ravens Thursday, Jan. 22, to become their new head coach.
| Footballguys view: Reports indicate that Minter was a favorite of Lamar Jackson. Minter will work with the defense, but his plan for Jackson will be paramount for their success. To run the offense, keep an eye on Joe Brady (Bills) and Kliff Kingsbury (formerly of the Commanders). |
Los Angeles Rams OT Rob Havenstein (ankle) had his 21-day practice window opened Thursday, Jan. 22.
Link to storyNew England Patriots DT Christian Barmore should be able to handle his normal workload during the AFC Championship game in Denver even though he has dealt with blood clots in the past, according to head coach Mike Vrabel.
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Detroit Lions OT Dan Skipper announced his retirement from professional football Thursday, Jan. 22.
Link to storyTennessee Titans defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson has been informed that he will not be on head coach Robert Saleh's coaching staff.
Link to storyNew England Patriots WR Mack Hollins (abdomen) practiced on Thursday, Jan. 22, opening his 21-day practice window to be activated from injured reserve.
Link to storyMack Hollins player page
Former New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll interviewed for the head coaching vacancy of the Buffalo Bills on Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Daboll did great things with Josh Allen when he was previously with the Bills as their OC. He's getting plenty of interest as an offensive coordinator this offseason, and Daboll did get interest from the Titans for their head coaching vacancy. Going back to Buffalo, this time as the head coach, might be the best landing spot. |
Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady interviewed for the head coaching vacancy of the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: The Ravens are looking everywhere for their next head coach. Brady makes a lot of sense for them based on the work he's done with Josh Allen. In fact, Brady just taking over for Sean McDermott in Buffalo makes sense too. |
Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter informed the Cleveland Browns he was withdrawing his name from their head coaching search.
| Footballguys view: Minter is likely the favorite to get the head coaching job for the Baltimore Ravens, and that's a much better landing spot. The Browns have now had Minter and Mike McDaniel (now the Chargers OC) withdraw their names from consideration. |
Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle was requested for an interview with the Philadelphia Eagles for their offensive coordinator post.
| Footballguys view: It's not a lateral move for Doyle if he were to take this job as he doesn't call plays with the Bears. With the breakout season from Caleb Williams, the Eagles would be hoping to get the same from Jalen Hurts in 2026. |
Seattle Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker III faces the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game, and in two meetings with the Rams in the regular season, Walker rushed for 167 yards and two touchdowns on 27 carries and caught six passes for 108 yards.
| Footballguys view: Walker is a key player for the Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game. We'll see what the Rams have in store to stop the powerful runner. Without Zach Charbonnet, Walker is going to get a heavy workload on Sunday. |
Seattle Seahawks TE AJ Barner faces the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game, and Barner recorded 14 receptions for 119 yards and a touchdown in the two meetings with the Rams in the regular season.
| Footballguys view: Barner is more accurately described as a not-so-secret weapon. The Rams are going to be ready for the Seahawks aerial attack, and that means they'll have a plan for Barner. |
Los Angeles Rams RB Kyren Williams has caught at least three passes in four of his last five games, including the playoffs, after recording three or more receptions just twice in his first 14 games this season.
| Footballguys view: Williams can beat you as a runner or receiver out of the backfield. The Seahawks will have their hands full with Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, so getting some targets for Williams just makes sense. |
Houston Texans WR Tank Dell (knee) is expected to be ready for offseason activities, according to general manager Nick Caserio. 'He worked very hard,' Caserio said. 'I think our performance group, they do a really good job. I would anticipate him being available for the offseason. Knowing Tank, he's probably cautiously optimistic that he's going to be able to go out there and be Tank Dell.'
| Footballguys view: Dell is coming back from a major knee injury suffered in the playoffs last year. He's an explosive player when healthy, and Dell gives CJ Stroud another dangerous weapon to target. |
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Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua faces the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game, and Nacua had 19 receptions for 300 yards and two touchdowns in the two regular season meetings with Seattle.
| Footballguys view: Nacua is a nightmare for :checks notes: everyone in the NFL. Expect him to be a huge part of the Rams' passing attack (as per usual) in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday. |
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New England Patriots TE Hunter Henry faces the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship Game, and the Broncos have allowed 59.7receiving yards per game to tight ends this season.
Link to storyHunter Henry player page
Houston Texans quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson has been requested for an interview by the Miami Dolphins for their offensive coordinator post.
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Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Tommy Rees was named Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Thursday, Jan. 22.
Link to storyAtlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson is finalizing a deal to become the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offensive coordinator Thursday, Jan. 22.
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New York Giants senior vice president of football operations and strategy Kevin Abrams is leaving the organization, according to sources.
Link to storyGreen Bay Packers CB Trevon Diggs cleared waivers Wednesday, Jan. 21, officially becoming a free agent.
Link to storyTrevon Diggs player page
Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores signed a contract extension with the Vikings Wednesday, Jan. 21, and will return to the team next season if he does not fill any of the remaining head coaching vacancies in the NFL.
Link to storySeattle Seahawks OT Charles Cross (foot), OT Joshua Jones (ankle, knee) and OT Amari Kight (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 21. OG Bryce Cabeldue (knee), QB Sam Darnold (oblique), LB DeMarcus Lawrence (non-injury), LB Uchenna Nwosu (hamstring), FB Robbie Ouzts (neck), WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (non-injury) and DE Leonard Williams (non-injury) were limited during practice. TE Elijah Arroyo (knee), RB George Holani (hamstring), LB Tyrice Knight (shoulder) and LB Chazz Surratt (ankle) fully participated in practice.
Link to storyDeMarcus Lawrence player page
Leonard Williams player page
Sam Darnold player page
Uchenna Nwosu player page
Chazz Surratt player page
Jaxon Smith-Njigba player page
Seattle Seahawks RB George Holani (hamstring) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Jan. 21.
Link to storySeattle Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (non-injury) was limited during practice Wednesday, Jan. 21.
Link to storyJaxon Smith-Njigba player page
Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (oblique) was limited during practice Wednesday, Jan. 21.
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Los Angeles Rams S Quentin Lake (illness) and LB Byron Young (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 21. CB Emmanuel Forbes (shoulder) was limited during practice, while LB Josaiah Stewart (knee) fully participated in practice. The Rams only held a walkthrough Wednesday, so the report is an estimation.
Link to storyNew England Patriots LB Harold Landry (knee) and LB Marte Mapu (hip) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 21. CB Carlton Davis (concussion), LB Christian Elliss (hip), TE Hunter Henry (non-injury), OT Morgan Moses (non-injury) and OT Thayer Munford (knee) were limited during practice. DT Joshua Farmer (hamstring), RB TreVeyon Henderson (shoulder), RB Terrell Jennings (head) and LB Robert Spillane (hand) fully participated in practice.
Link to storyHunter Henry player page
Harold Landry III player page
Carlton Davis III player page
New England Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson (shoulder) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Jan. 21.
| Footballguys view: The Broncos struggled to slow down James Cook in the Divisional Round. They'll have their hands full with Henderson and Rhamondre Stevenson in the AFC Championship on Sunday. |
New England Patriots TE Hunter Henry (non-injury) was limited during practice Wednesday, Jan. 21.
| Footballguys view: Historically, the Broncos struggle to cover tight ends and Henry is one of the best. Expect QB Drake Maye to target him early and often against the Broncos in the AFC Championship on Sunday. |
Hunter Henry player page
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 21. WR Pat Bryant (concussion), RB J.K. Dobbins (foot), C Alex Forsyth (ankle) and WR Troy Franklin (hamstring) were limited during practice. OT Frank Crum (ankle), TE Lucas Krull (foot), LB Drew Sanders (ankle), S JL Skinner (quadriceps) and C Luke Wattenberg (shoulder) fully participated in practice.
Link to storyJ.K. Dobbins player page
Drew Sanders player page
Denver Broncos WR Troy Franklin (hamstring) was limited during practice Wednesday, Jan. 21.
| Footballguys view: Franklin was out there, but a hamstring injury can really slow down a speedy receiver. Likely without Pat Bryant (concussion), it would help if Franklin can be ready for Sunday's AFC Championship against the Patriots. |

































