This might not have been the ending many expected for Tom Brady, but the quarterback’s decision ultimately came down to him and his family.
Author: Jarrett Bell, USA TODAY
NFL awards: Putting a unique spin on the best performances of the 2021 season
Jarrett Bell hands out his awards for the top performances of 2021, but with a unique spin on the categories for players and teams.
Opinion: Sean Payton’s legacy with New Orleans Saints goes beyond X’s and O’s
Sean Payton poured it out on the podium during a one-hour, 32-minute news conference to announce he was stepping down as New Orleans Saints coach.
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Opinion: Negative portrayals of Black NFL coaches fuel questions of media bias
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Opinion: Dak Prescott’s postgame blunder even worse than squandering the clock in Cowboys’ loss
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Opinion: Bucs blow out Eagles, but tougher tests loom for the defending champs
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Bucs all-pro tackle Tristan Wirfs suffers ankle injury in wild card game against Eagles
The Bucs’ Tristan Wirfs suffered an ankle injury early in Sunday’s game against the Eagles. Tampa Bay can hardly afford more injuries to its offense.
Bucs all-pro tackle Tristan Wirfs suffers ankle injury in wild card game against Eagles
The Bucs’ Tristan Wirfs suffered an ankle injury early in Sunday’s game against the Eagles. Tampa Bay can hardly afford more injuries to its offense.
Opinion: Ben Roethlisberger’s final home game symbolized grit, survival that marked his brilliant career
Ben Roethlisberger’s final game at Heinz Field wasn’t exactly a vintage performance. But it was fitting, nonetheless.