Dee Ford was one step away from the Super Bowl with the Chiefs before his offsides helped the Patriots stay alive and ultimately win the AFC title.
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Opinion: Listen to Richard Sherman — he’s definitely still elite and leading the 49ers into NFC title game vs. Packers
San Francisco’s Richard Sherman was banking that 49ers’ rebuilding plan would get him back in championship hunt. He’s a key player who got them here.
Opinion: With smackdown of Vikings, 49ers show they can win in any number of ways
The 49ers showed off a smashmouth style in a rout of the Vikings, but Kyle Shanahan’s crew can adapt whatever style it needs to win.
49ers run over Vikings, advance to host NFC Championship Game
The 49ers had little trouble dispatching the Vikings via the run game and pass rush, and San Francisco will advance to the NFC title game.
Opinion: Is the Titans’ Derrick Henry the perfect NFL Playoff antidote to Lamar Jackson?
The Titans have their own engine in the running game, and a big performance by Derrick Henry could help keep Lamar Jackson at bay.
Opinion: As Ravens ready for playoff run, Ozzie Newsome’s influence is undeniable
Ozzie Newsome no longer holds the official title of GM for the Ravens, but his fingerprints are all over the top-seeded AFC team.
NFL wild-card weekend: Is Tom Brady playing in his final game with the Patriots?
The NFL wild-card weekend features four big matchups. Here is a glance at the key issues of each game.
Opinion: Key question for every NFL playoff team, including, ‘How does losing bye hurt Patriots?’
Among questions for NFL playoffs: Can Packers win away from Lambeau? What’s J.J. Watt factor worth for Texans? Can Saints avoid another heartbreak?
Opinion: This past decade of NFL scandals is the worst stretch ever for the league
The 2010s in the NFL saw bounties and bullying, battered women and battered brains, a blackballed quarterback and many blown calls.
Opinion: Jerry Jones says he has ‘a lot to consider’ on Jason Garrett, but Cowboys’ season speaks for itself
In an exclusive chat with USA TODAY Sports, Jerry Jones opened up about Jason Garrett and a Cowboys season that could be nearing its end.