14+ min ago (1684+ words) We are entering the most important weeks of the fantasy football season. For many of you, it's win or go home. That makes every decision even more important. Let's take a look at the top Week 14 waiver wire targets and pickups that fantasy managers should consider adding to their rosters. As always, all players are rostered in less than 50% of Yahoo leagues. I eliminated FAAB recommendations last year, as there are too many variables to account for. Instead, I replaced them with my opinion on how aggressive fantasy managers should pursue the player on a scale of 1-10. In a game where he only had to throw 27 passes, Trevor Lawrence managed his second straight game with 20+ fantasy points. He threw for 229 yards and two touchdowns on a relatively efficient day. Next week, the Jacksonville Jaguars should have to throw a little…...

17+ min ago (414+ words) The Cleveland Browns came up short at home to the San Francisco 49ers to secure their second straight losing season under head coach Kevin Stefanski. The conditions were brutal at Huntington Bank Field, but Kyle Shanahan's team handled a dangerous road opponent with ease. This game, however, was mired in some controversy as several Browns players spoke out against 49ers wideout Jauan Jennings for his reaction to a teammate's injury. The 49ers' offense capitalized on several short fields throughout this 26-8 victory to move to 9-4 overall. Even with the Seattle Seahawks winning their afternoon clash against the Minnesota Vikings, the 49ers are now just a half-game back in the NFC West race. As for the Browns, they dropped 3-9 overall, losing their second start under rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders. The former Colorado standout had a solid, albeit conservative, effort, completing 16 of 25 passes for 149 yards and a…...

32+ min ago (648+ words) When it" comes to Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Ma"rio"ta, much of the spotlight naturally focuses on" his football journey, from being "the No. 2 overall pick in the "2015 "NFL" Draft to his ongoing N"FL career. But off the field, Mariota shares his life with someone who has been part of his story since his college days at Oregon." Their relationship, though private, offers a glimpse into the" man behind the helmet. Mariota's relationship with Kiyom"i Cook began long before NFL stadium lights or media headlines. The couple "met in 2014 while both attended the" University of Oregon. Mariota starred for the Ducks' football" team," while Cook was a midfielder on "the women's "soccer team. Their shared athletic backgrounds "and the balance between their academic and athletic commitments seem to have laid a strong foundation for their bond. According…...

33+ min ago (846+ words) Week 13 in the NFL is almost in the books, and the playoff race is heating up. Surprising contenders and intriguing potential matchups are beginning to fill out the bracket, giving fans a taste of what this year's path to Super Bowl 60 could look like. With so much still to be decided, the NFL playoff picture is shifting weekly, but let's take a peek at where things stand now. Here's a look at the current NFL postseason bracket, plus a look at which teams are rising and falling in PFSN's NFL Playoff Predictor. 2. Denver Broncos, 9-2 3. Jacksonville Jaguars, 8-4 4. Baltimore Ravens, 6-6 5. Los Angeles Chargers, 8-4 6. Indianapolis Colts, 8-4 7. Buffalo Bills, 8-4 8. Houston Texans, 7-5 9. Pittsburgh Steelers, 6-6 10. Kansas City Chiefs, 6-6 11. Miami Dolphins, 5-7 12. Cincinnati Bengals, 4-8 13. New York Jets, 3-9 14. Cleveland Browns, 3-9 15. Las Vegas Raiders, 2-10 16. Tennessee Titans, 1-11 2. Los Angeles Rams, 9-3 3. Philadelphia Eagles, 8-4 4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 7-5 5. Seattle Seahawks, 9-3 6. Green Bay Packers, 8-3-1 7. San…...

33+ min ago (491+ words) A primetime slot without Washington Commanders" franchise quarterback and a veteran stand'in while contact clearance lingers, Week 13 arrives with the Commanders balancing health, timeline, and a 3-8 season as Jayden Daniels" status shifts to the next checkpoint. Daniels dislocated his left, non'throwing elbow late in the Commanders" Week 9 loss to the Seahawks. Medical evaluation ruled out fractures and significant ligament damage, eliminating the need for surgery. He returned to practice in a limited capacity but has not been cleared for contact, and as a result, he missed Week 13 against the Broncos. As of Sunday, his Week 14 availability at Minnesota remains uncertain pending medical clearance. Marcus Mariota started his sixth game of the season on Sunday night, with Josh Johnson as the backup. Through six starts, Daniels has posted 1,184 passing yards, eight touchdowns, two interceptions, and 262 rushing yards with two scores; Washington…...

35+ min ago (619+ words) The Denver Broncos have found a franchise quarterback in Bo Nix, whom they drafted in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. If his early production is any indication, it's certainly possible that they discovered a long-term solution at the most important position. While the No. 12 overall pick was a pleasant surprise throughout the 2024 NFL season and is now the leader of a Super Bowl contender in 2025, he wouldn't be in this position today without his support system, which includes his parents, Patrick and Krista, and his wife, Izzy Smoke. Nix was born on Feb. 25, 2000, to Patrick and Krista Nix.Here's everything you need to know about Nix's parents and upbringing. Bo's father, Patrick, was an esteemed college athlete who also played quarterback for the Auburn Tigers. In the mid-1990s, Patrick enjoyed two successful seasons as the program's starting quarterback. In…...

38+ min ago (350+ words) Los Angeles Lakers superstar and Cleveland native LeBron James shows he still has an eye out for his hometown teams on this NFL Sunday. The Cleveland Browns faced off against the NFC powerhouse San Francisco 49ers. A challenging assignment for rookie QB Shedeur Sanders, facing off against coordinator Robert Salah's aggressive 49ers defense. Overall, the Browns got shut down by the 9-4 Niners by a score of 26-8. Sanders, however, had one exciting moment early in the second quarter that got "King" James to take to the social media platform X to offer his support and praise. This is bound to be an exciting moment to earn the praise of one of the NBA's greats. Clearly, James is keeping a keen eye on the Browns quarterback, earning his praise for an impressive read and touchdown. James wrote a seven-word message that speaks volumes: "Helluva…...

39+ min ago (416+ words) Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota is back in the fold again due to starter Jayden Daniels's elbow injury. Mariota replaced Daniels early in the second half of their loss to the Dallas Cowboys in Week 7, and then stepped up in Week 9 as well after the second-year quarterback suffered another injury. Mariota is on a one-year deal worth $8 million with the Commanders. He got a signing bonus of $5.5 million, and $7.39 million of his contract is guaranteed at signing, as he'll be a free agent in 2026. His cap hit in 2025 is $8.08 million, which takes 2.89% of Washington's total cap. With a $1,890,000 base salary, his $5.5 million signing bonus, $390,000 roster bonus, $100,000 workout bonus, and $200,000 in likely incentives'comprise the rest of his salary. His contract this season marks another chapter in his established career as a journeyman. He has made $83,541,683 across his career from NFL contracts....

42+ min ago (371+ words) Achilles injuries have sidelined many NFL players over the years, and this time it was Washington Commanders RB Austin Ekeler who went down with a season-ending one. He was placed on IR after playing just two games this season. Ekeler got off to a slow start this season, but he still had plenty left in the tank. In his ninth NFL season, he hoped to show he could build on a relatively quiet first year with the Commanders. After spending his first seven seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers, Ekeler averaged 4.8 yards per carry last year, his best mark since 2018. He finished the 2024 campaign with 77 carries for 367 yards across 12 games. Injuries once again caught up to him, as he has played all 17 games only once in his career. The 2025 season will ultimately be remembered as the quietest of his career,…...

44+ min ago (416+ words) The reluctance of Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski to place full trust in quarterback Shedeur Sanders has become increasingly evident, drawing attention beyond football as a former NBA player weighed in on the controversy-laden situation. Shedeur Sanders" NFL journey has been a hectic one, and now that he"s become the Cleveland Browns" starting quarterback, it has become increasingly evident that head coach Kevin Stefanski appears reluctant to have him under center. The situation has drawn attention beyond football, with other prominent athletes openly voicing their opinions. One of the latest to weigh in on Sanders" treatment is former NBA player Eddie Johnson. Johnson, now a television color analyst for the Phoenix Suns, publicly criticized Stefanski in a post on X on Sunday. "The @Browns head coach has Serious trust issues," Johsnon wrote, tagging the team. "What does S. Sanders…...