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Cris Collinsworth’s latest take on Justin Jefferson adds to a growing pattern that has Vikings fans rolling their eyes

There isn't anything wrong with Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings. Sunday night was a very frustrating loss for the Vikings, as they got smoked by the Atlanta Falcons by a score of 22-6.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Cris Collinsworth Under Fire for Remarks After Lamar Jackson’s Altercation With Bills Fan

While most of the attention was on the thrilling “Sunday Night Football” matchup between two potential Super Bowl contenders—the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills—a second-half incident involving Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson briefly stole the spotlight.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '2024 NFL passing TD leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks that threw for at least 20 touchdowns in the 2024-25 regular season?

The 'Rookie quarterback Wild Card passing leaders' quiz

The 'Most TD passes without an NFL playoff berth' quiz

The 'Four NFL passing-touchdown game leaders' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Cris Collinsworth: Former Cowboys First Round Pick in Danger of Being Cut After Missing Eagles Game

The Dallas Cowboys headed to Philadelphia to take on the 2024-25 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday night in a marquee nationally televised game that kicked off the 2025-26 NFL season.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2025 season.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / September 4

Cowboys' Mazi Smith ripped by Cris Collinsworth for being healthy scratch

The Dallas Cowboys' defense has had some trouble stopping the Philadelphia Eagles' rushing attack in Thursday's season opener at Lincoln Financial Field.

Philadelphia Eagles News / 5 GOATs / September 4

Jalen Carter ejection: Cris Collinsworth says Eagles DL to blame ‘if they lose’ to Cowboys

Jalen Carter‘s Week 1 started and ended quickly. The Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman was ejected before the first play of scrimmage in Thursday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys for spitting on quarterback Dak Prescott.

NFL News / The Spun / September 4

When Will Cris Collinsworth Retire? Legendary Broadcaster's NBC Contract Is Telling

Longtime NFL analyst Cris Collinsworth is officially entering his 17th season in the "Sunday Night Football" booth. Unsurprisingly, fans are wondering if this will be his last year with NBC.

NFL News / The Spun / July 31

Cris Collinsworth Gets Ripped For Hall Of Fame Game Performance

The NFL season unofficially kicked off Thursday with the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio. NBC's Mike Tirico and Cris Collinsworth were in the booth to call this exhibition between the Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Chargers.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 2

Stat of the Jay: Collinsworth's Rookie Feat Was - and Remains - Rare Among NFL Wide Receivers

CINCINNATI – In 1981 when Cris Collinsworth was a rookie, NFL teams had 14,508 rushing attempts and 14,180 passing attempts. In the 43 seasons since, there has been only one season with more rushing attempts than passing attempts, which was 1983 with 14,047 passing and 14,211 rushing.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Cris Collinsworth Issues High Praise for Mizzou WR Ahead of NFL Draft

Cris Collinsworth knows a thing or two about wide receivers. After all, he was a three-time pro bowler during his eight-year NFL career with the Cincinnati Bengals. Now an analyst for NBC's Sunday Night Football and majority owner of Pro Football Focus, Collinsworth recently weighed in on Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden III.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / April 20

Cris Collinsworth Has Major Prediction for Titans' Likely No. 1 Pick

The Tennessee Titans' number one selection of Miami's Cam Ward is all but cemented at the top of this year's draft. After weeks of back and forth entering

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 19

2025 NFL Draft: Commentator Leans on Chiefs Adding Protection

The 2025 NFL Draft is less than a week away. With the first round starting on April 24th in Green Bay, fans and executives are gearing up to figure out who they're beloved team will invest in for their future.

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The 'Switch-hitter single-season HR leaders' quiz

The 'Active three-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The '450-passing yards, three touchdowns in a loss' quiz

The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / BroBible / February 12

Cris Collinsworth Finally Admits To Patrick Mahomes Bias: ‘I Don’t Care’

One of the most common criticisms of NBC NFL announcer Cris Collinsworth is that he seems to harbor some bias toward Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 8

Cris Collinsworth Facing Backlash During Chiefs-Chargers Game

Sunday night usually brings with it fan complaints about color analyst Cris Collinsworth - even if that criticism isn't always accurate. However, whenever he's calling a game the Kansas City Chiefs are involved in, things seem to go off the rails a bit sooner than normal.

Buffalo Bills News / Athlon Sports / December 1

Josh Allen Sends Three-Word Message About Cris Collinsworth on 'Sunday Night Football'

Longtime NFL analysts Cris Collinsworth and Mike Tirico were in the booth in Week 13, covering a matchup between the Buffalo Bills and San Francisco 49ers

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 26

Cris Collinsworth likes what he's seen from 49ers rookies

The San Francisco 49ers have yet to get off to the best start in 2024. At times, the team has played poorly, especially in the second half when trying to protect leads.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 6

Cowboys players hilariously nail their Cris Collinsworth impressions

In a lighthearted behind-the-scenes moment, several Dallas Cowboys players channeled their inner Cris Collinsworth, delivering their best "now here's a guy" impressions of the famed NFL commentator.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20

Cris Collinsworth staying in Super Bowl booth after massive extension

Veteran NFL broadcaster Cris Collinsworth is reportedly close to finalizing a deal with NBC Sports that will keep him as the lead NFL game analyst through the end of the decade, according to Andrew Marchand of The Athletic.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 11, 2024

Cris Collinsworth shares broadcasting advice he gave Tom Brady

Brady will become Fox's new lead in-game analyst this coming season.

Major update on Tom Brady's purchase into Raiders, Fox deal revealed

Former All-Pro shares why Tom Brady will excel as broadcaster

Tom Brady: Career retrospective

The 'Replacements for notable NFL QBs' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 9, 2024

Cris Collinsworth reveals his key to Lions defense reaching a higher level

The Detroit Lions have re-shaped their roster this offseason looking to take the leap toward becoming a Super Bowl winner, and many folks have been impressed with the work of Brad Holmes.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / January 17, 2024

Watch: Chiefs' Jones does hilarious Collinsworth impression

Watch: Chiefs DT Chris Jones does hilarious Cris Collinsworth impression

Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is a well-accomplished football player, but during Kansas City’s 26-7 win over the Dolphins on Sunday during Super Wild Card Weekend, the 29-year-old lineman got to showcase another talent.

Chiefs get positive injury update on WR Skyy Moore

Sports Illustrated writer debunks fake Brett Favre quote on Taylor Swift

AFC divisional-round predictions: Will Bills' home 'vibe' be the difference vs. Chiefs?

AFC underdog report: Divisional round

Who's facing the most pressure to win in the NFL divisional round?