NFL Week 16 panic meter: Broncos, Texans show red flags

Of the teams and players that struggled in NFL Week 16, which ones should be worried about their performances? Let's rank them on the panic meter.

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / December 22

Why Bobby Petrino-Bill Belichick pairing at North Carolina seems destined to flop

One of the most scrutinized college football programs in the country is about to be under an even bigger microscope. On Monday, it was reported that Bobby

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Three underperforming NHL players who must step up

We’re deep enough into the NHL season now that patience is starting to wear thin for some around the league.

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The 'Multiple Cy Young Award winners' quiz

In MLB history, 23 pitchers have won more than one Cy Young Award. How many can you name in five minutes?

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / December 22

J.J. McCarthy's latest injury raises more concerns about durability

The Vikings are clearly banking on him becoming a franchise QB after they took him with pick No. 10 in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Backup QB Max Brosmer helps Vikings knock off Giants

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson exits game vs. Patriots with injury

Chiefs QB situation gets worse after injury to Gardner Minshew

Quinshon Judkins' gruesome injury worsens Browns' offensive woes

Packers' Jordan Love knocked out of game vs. Bears with concussion

Report sheds light on Joe Burrow's feelings toward Bengals

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 22

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson exits game vs. Patriots with injury

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has been a regular on the team's injury report this season and has already missed significant time. That does not seem to be stopping anytime soon.

J.J. McCarthy's latest injury raises more concerns about durability

New report sheds light on Joe Burrow's feelings toward Bengals

Shedeur Sanders calls reporter out for asking about his worst play vs. Bills

The most crushing defeats in NFL playoff history

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 22

NFL Week 16 winners, losers: Jaguars make big statement; Lions in trouble

With most of the NFL Week 16 schedule complete, it is time to take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from Sunday's games.

Liam Coen throws shade at Sean Payton after Jaguars’ upset of Broncos

Jakobi Meyers has changed Jaguars season, and now they paid him

Lions face an unimaginable scenario

Bills RB James Cook's 44-yard TD against Browns amazed J.J. Watt

Shedeur Sanders calls reporter out for asking about his worst play vs. Bills

'SNF' takeaways: Patriots clinch playoff spot with win

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 22

Three big-market MLB teams that are failing their fan bases

With Christmas just days away, several MLB teams have been hard at work, giving their fans stocking stuffers that will have them decking the halls past New Year’s.

Why trading Jazz Chisholm Jr. would make zero sense for the Yankees

Mets' Jonah Tong, Brandon Sproat address uncertain futures amid Tarik Skubal trade rumors

Cubs should be over the moon after latest Tatsuya Imai report

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The 'MLB Relievers of the Year since 1995' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 22

New angle of alleged punch may change everything for Steelers' Metcalf

New angle of alleged punch may completely change everything for Steelers' DK Metcalf

Star Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf headed into the Motor City hoping to have a big-time game in a hostile environment. During the Steelers’ 29–24 win over the Detroit Lions, however, the focus briefly shifted away from the action on the field.

Steelers' DK Metcalf could be facing suspension for altercation with Lions fan

Steelers RB Kenneth Gainwell makes potential play of the season vs. Lions

Lions' season pushed to brink in gut-wrenching, last-second loss to Steelers

The most crushing defeats in NFL playoff history

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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 22

Red Sox acquire Willson Contreras in trade with Cardinals

The Boston Red Sox were looking to fill their hole at first base. Their second trade of the offseason with the St. Louis Cardinals has provided an answer.

Munetaka Murakami gambling on himself with White Sox deal

White Sox win sweepstakes for Japanese slugger Murakami

Phillies are facing roadblocks in pursuit of J.T. Realmuto

Alex Bregman could stay in the AL East, but not with the Red Sox

Guardians designate Justin Bruihl for assignment days after trade

Three big-market MLB teams that are failing their fan bases

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multiple 3-rushing-TD games in a season' quiz

How many of the 55 NFL players to get a hat-trick of rushing touchdowns multiple times in the same season can you name in eight minutes?

DK Metcalf News / Yardbarker / December 22

DK Metcalf could be punished for altercation with Lions fan

Steelers' DK Metcalf could be facing suspension for altercation with Lions fan

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf could be facing some league discipline this week for an altercation that took place in the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions. It was not an altercation with a player.

Fan involved in Metcalf altercation gives details about bizarre scene

League source details expectation for Metcalf's punishment

New angle of alleged punch may change everything for Metcalf

Lions' season pushed to brink in heartbreaking loss to Steelers

Lions lose in controversial fashion

Steelers RB Kenneth Gainwell makes potential play of the season

NHL News / Yardbarker / December 21

Sidney Crosby breaks longtime Penguins franchise record

The Pittsburgh Penguins' 4-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday night was significant for several reasons

Canadiens alter goaltending plan before game vs. Penguins

Phillip Danault's first words to Canadiens fans following Kings trade

Canadiens' latest acquisition could fill void left by Jake Evans injury

Oilers’ Tristan Jarry out week-to-week with a lower-body injury

Matt Grzelcyk fined for cross-checking Senators’ Tim Stutzle

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Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / December 21

Matt Eberflus' future with Cowboys seems clear after defensive dud vs. Chargers

Will the Dallas Cowboys be getting a new defensive coordinator for Christmas?

Commanders likely to retain Dan Quinn, move on from DC

Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon expected to keep job in 2026

Rams make change to coaching staff after special teams meltdown

Has Dolphins' Mike McDaniel done enough to keep his job?

Why Dolphins, Tua Tagovailoa may need each other in 2026 after benching

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 21

LeBron James won't take Chris Paul's side in feud with Clippers

The Clippers' decision to move on from Paul has drawn considerable criticism.

LeBron has fans concerned with his 'YouTube golf' quip

Lakers' JJ Redick gives no clarity about Luka Doncic's left leg injury

Bruce Brown accuses Kevin Durant of disrespecting him

Warriors have a Draymond Green problem on their hands

Green gets ejected after shoving Suns' Collin Gillespie

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 21

Five worst Week 16 NFL performances: Baker Mayfield clunker forces Buccaneers to win out for playoff berth

Some players only deserve coal this Christmas. With Santa Claus finalizing his naughty and nice lists, the following five players or units left a bad last impression.

Baker Mayfield throws horrible INT as Buccaneers lose crucial game

Charlie Smyth, Tyler Shough lead Saints to win over Jets

Has Panthers QB Bryce Young finally proved worthy of No. 1 pick?

Giants QB Jaxson Dart had the most bizarre first half stat line

Jets defense still has one of NFL's most shocking stats

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 21

Morocco delivers upon its immense promise in victorious AFCON debut

Morocco's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tenure is off to a strong start.

AFCON 2025 storylines

Kylian Mbappe ties Cristiano Ronaldo's record at Bernabeu

Gary Neville saw what Bruno Fernandes did after sustaining injury

Thomas Frank stresses one fix for Tottenham’s blunt attacking edge

Tyler Adams's MCL tear is a setback and an opportunity for USMNT

No. 13 Vanderbilt stays unbeaten, keeps rolling as SEC play looms

The Vanderbilt Commodores have emerged as one of the best teams in men's college basketball, and they've done so in dominant fashion.

Chris Beard, Ole Miss searching for answers after missed opportunities

Georgetown coach Ed Cooley hit a child with a water bottle

No. 19 Texas Tech hands No. 3 Duke first loss of season in historic comeback

Penny Hardaway, Memphis off to miserable start in 2025

CBB weekend winners, losers

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 21

Ranking remaining QBs in CFP: Where do Mendoza, Moore land?

Ranking remaining QBs in CFP: Where do Fernando Mendoza, Dante Moore and others land?

Now that eight teams remain in the College Football Playoff, it's even easier to identify the top passers in the country. With that in mind, let's rank the remaining QBs.

Miami defense in CFP win legitimizes team’s title candidacy

James Madison, Tulane did not do Group of Five teams any favors

Oregon player had scathing assessment of his team’s CFP performance

Ole Miss did what it was expected to do, but now comes the real test

Oklahoma's self-destruction helps send Alabama to CFP quarterfinal

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 21

Lions' season pushed to brink in last-second loss to Steelers

Lions' season pushed to brink in gut-wrenching, last-second loss to Steelers

That is about as brutal of a way possible to lose a game.

Jaylen Warren, Steelers hold off Lions in wild finish

Steelers' DK Metcalf could be facing suspension for altercation with Lions fan

Steelers RB Kenneth Gainwell makes potential play of the season vs. Lions

The most crushing defeats in NFL playoff history

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 22

Fan involved in Metcalf altercation gives details about bizarre scene

Fan involved in DK Metcalf altercation gives details about bizarre scene during Steelers' win over Lions

The fan was tracked down during the game by the Detroit Free Press, and the fan told the outlet what happened that led to the altercation with the star wide receiver.

Steelers' DK Metcalf could be facing suspension for altercation with Lions fan

Lions' season pushed to brink in gut-wrenching, last-second loss to Steelers

Steelers RB Kenneth Gainwell makes potential play of the season vs. Lions

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NFL News / Steeler Nation / December 21