The should have had an easy time defeating the one-win on Sunday, but with the game winding down, the NFC contenders found themselves trying to rally from behind. The Cowboys... moreThe should have had an easy time defeating the one-win on Sunday, but with the game winding down, the NFC contenders found themselves trying to rally from behind. The Cowboys ended up winning 27-23 after a succe sful comeback, topped off by an two-yard touchdown rush to put Dallas up with 41 seconds left in the fourth quarter.The lo s certainly would have been an embarra sing one, and even a close win raised some eyebrows, but quarterback is looking at Rob Ramage Jersey the positive side of the close win. Rather than show frustration over the clear struggles the team went through in Week Sampo Ranta Women Jersey 14, he is taking it as a le son to help the team in the future."This will serve us more than I think the Minnesota game or even the way that we finished last game when it comes down to it because we're going to play some tough games as we get going," Prescott said, . "You got to play games like this , one-score games here in the back end against our division or whether it be the playoffs. Just... less
The NFL regular season is fast approaching the finish line, and so is 2022. Before long, the playoffs will be underway, and more and more teams will unofficially kick off the 2023... moreThe NFL regular season is fast approaching the finish line, and so is 2022. Before long, the playoffs will be underway, and more and more teams will unofficially kick off the 2023 offseason. If the fall and winter provide a platform for franchises to reign supreme atop the league, then the turn of the calendar also represents a chance for clean slates: for the reconstruction of rosters, coaching staffs, expectations and goals. With that in mind, Brock McGinn Women Jersey we identified one New Year's resolution for each of the 's 32 teams. Whether still contending for a title or well on the way to a rebuild, every club can prioritize something in 2023: 2023 NFL New Year's Resolutions1 Be smarter with ' usage. Easy to say now in retrospect, with the star QB still recovering from a hard hit taken on a designed run against the . Certainly a huge part of Hurts' game is using his legs. But a few times in 2022, the coaching staff has leaned more on his tough running than, say, a more-than-capable backfield... less
PHOENIX -- After many long daysof thinking about it, I'd like everyone to know that I am finally ready to make my Super Bowl pick. It hasn't been easy trying to decide who's going... morePHOENIX -- After many long daysof thinking about it, I'd like everyone to know that I am finally ready to make my Super Bowl pick. It hasn't been easy trying to decide who's going to win. For one, we have one of the biggest revenge games in history, which means I had to watch , and the just to get an idea of what Andy Reid will be feeling when he faces the on Sunday. But let's not forget, this is a double-revenge game, because Nick Sirianni used to be an a sistant coach with the until Reid let him go after being hired by Kansas City in 2013. I might have to watch four more revenge movies to fully understand the revenge factor here. More on Super Bowl I also had to watch , and to get an idea of how Jason and will feel in this game when they become the first set of brothers to play against each other in a Super Bowl. If you're wondering how I found time to watch all of that stuff, I did it on my flight to Phoenix. That's right, I'm in Arizona and I'll be here all week. As a matter of fact, if this pick... less
One Philadelphia bar is normally a home for all fans in the area (seriously), but won't be opening its doors on Sunday after originally planning Julius Nattinen Men Jersey to do... moreOne Philadelphia bar is normally a home for all fans in the area (seriously), but won't be opening its doors on Sunday after originally planning Julius Nattinen Men Jersey to do so. Big Charlie's Saloon, located in South Philadelphia, revealed that the establishment decided not to open for Super Bowl LVII because they allegedly wouldn't be able accommodate the large amount of fans that would want to watch the game at the local bar."It saddens me to say we will not be hosting the Super Bowl this year, we sold tickets very fast and had to turn our patrons away. So we don't want to do that, we can't accommodate everyone so we will just close for Korbinian Holzer Men Jersey the night. I'm sorry again. Go Chiefs!" Big Charlie's Saloon .Owner Paul Staico Hampus Lindholm Women Jersey was previously taking reservations for patrons to come and attend the bar's Super Bowl party. As time went on, the number of reservations far exceeded the capacity of the small establishment, ."People (who have) been supporting... less
With Super Bowl LVII officially set, the NFL is in the proce s of finalizing their Pro Bowl replacements for the members of the and , who will be unable to compete in Las Vegas... moreWith Super Bowl LVII officially set, the NFL is in the proce s of finalizing their Pro Bowl replacements for the members of the and , who will be unable to compete in Las Vegas this weekend. In fact, all three AFC quarterbacks initially chosen for the 2023 Pro Bowl will not be in attendance, so the had to .One of the more interesting replacements is quarterback . His Brian Gibbons Jersey agent, Tim Younger, Tuesday morning that Carr had made his fourth Pro Bowl -- giving the veteran one last NFL event to wear a Raiders helmet before he likely leaves the franchise for Reto Berra Jersey good."Not exactly a storybook ending, but fun way to kick off a new beginning," Younger wrote.Carr also reacted to the news on his own Twitter page. Well... maybe this invitation got lost in the mail from past seasons but I'm going back to pro bowl #4. See you soon Vegas! Derek Carr (@derekcarrqb) The Raiders' longtime franchise quarterback Ondrej Kase Women Jersey was two weeks before the end of the 2022 regular season,... less
There are just three games left in the 2023 NFL playoffs, and four teams still alive in the race to be the Super Bowl champion. Yet for the 28 teams eliminated, it's already the... moreThere are just three games left in the 2023 NFL playoffs, and four teams still alive in the race to be the Super Bowl champion. Yet for the 28 teams eliminated, it's already the offseason. That means it's time to remake both rosters and coaching staffs.As we discu sed on Tuesday, there are an absolute ton of teams . In fact, Pierre-Luc Dubois Jersey there are currently 12 (TWELVE!) offensive coordinator vacancies. We played matchmaker for seven of them (the teams looking for a coordinator that already have their head coach in place), pairing teams with the coach who best fits for what they are looking to do offensively.Today, we're going to do the same thing on the defensive side of the ball, where there are eight teams looking for coordinators. It's worth keeping in mind that there are five teams that still have head-coach openings, which makes it nearly impo sible to choose a defensive coordinator for them. So, we won't be making a match for the , , , or just yet. That leaves us with three teams for... less
has hinted that , capping off a career that is deserving of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. For the past 12 years, Watt has been terrorizing quarterbacks and racking up his sack... morehas hinted that , capping off a career that is deserving of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. For the past 12 years, Watt has been terrorizing quarterbacks and racking up his sack totals as a result (currently has 111.5 in his career) -- establishing himself as one of the greatest pa s rushers ever.Watt has won three A sociated Pre s Defensive Player of the Year awards, tied with Lawrence Taylor and for the most in NFL history. He's earned five first-team All-Pro selections while leading the NFL in sacks twice (2012, 2015), tackles for lo s three times (2012, 2014, 2015) and quarterback hits four times (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015). The four-year stretch Watt had from 2012 through 2015 is one of the best for any pa s rusher in NFL history -- and will get him enshrined in Canton one day.With Watt set to walk away from the game, this week's "By the Numbers" takes a look at Watt's Hall of Fame career and all Ryan Murray Kids Jersey of his accomplishments over the past 12 years. ARI DE #99 -- 123.5 (161 games) --... less
Former head coach Matt Rhule Alexandre Fortin Jersey filed an arbitration suit last week against the franchise, sources tell CBS Sports. The suit claims the Panthers are refusing... moreFormer head coach Matt Rhule Alexandre Fortin Jersey filed an arbitration suit last week against the franchise, sources tell CBS Sports. The suit claims the Panthers are refusing to pay Rhule's severance compensation following his firing from Carolina and subsequent hiring at the University of Nebraska.In the suit, which was filed with the on Jan. 25, Rhule seeks to receive the offset money he claims is due to him from the Panthers. According to sources, the suit doesn't allege specifically how much money Rhule is seeking, but contract terms indicate there's roughly $5 million in dispute.Employment attorney John Singer filed the suit on behalf of Rhule with the league office. When reached for comment, Singer said: "We have no comment."A Panthers spokesman declined comment Tuesday. The NFL also declined comment.Nearly all disputes between coaches and go to arbitration, per the terms of their contracts. The NFL can appoint an arbitrator to hear the dispute, or it can send the case to JAMS, a commercial... less
Two first-year head coaches seek their first postseason victory when Kevin O'Connell and the NFC Calvin De Haan Men Jersey North champion host Brian Daboll and the in a 2023 Super... moreTwo first-year head coaches seek their first postseason victory when Kevin O'Connell and the NFC Calvin De Haan Men Jersey North champion host Brian Daboll and the in a 2023 Super Wild Card Weekend game on Sunday. Minnesota (13-4) matched the second-highest win total in franchise history under the 37-year-old O'Connell, who spent the previous two years as the ' offensive coordinator. Daboll held the same title with Buffalo for four campaigns before being hired by the Giants (9-7-1), who earned their first playoff berth since 2016 after recording only four victories last season.Kickoff at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis is set for 4:30 p.m. ET. Minnesota is a three-point favorite in the latest Vikings vs. Giants odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under for total points scored is 48. Before making any Giants vs. Vikings picks or predictions, .White, a fantasy and gambling editor for CBS Sports, consistently crushes against-the-spread picks and went 445-378-24 on his ATS picks from 2017-21,... less
Who's PlayingDallas @ Tenne seeCurrent Records: Dallas 11-4; Tenne see 7-8What to KnowThe Tenne see Titans' homestand continues as they prepare to take on the Dallas Cowboys at... moreWho's PlayingDallas @ Tenne seeCurrent Records: Dallas 11-4; Tenne see 7-8What to KnowThe Tenne see Titans' homestand continues as they prepare to take on the Dallas Cowboys at 8:15 p.m. ET Dec. 29 at Ni san Stadium. Dallas should still Juan Hernangomez Jersey be feeling good after a victory, while the Titans will be looking to regain their footing. It looks like Tenne see must have gotten on Santa's naughty list since the team didn't end up with Juancho Hernangomez Jersey the win they were expected to receive on Saturday. Tenne see didn't finish too far behind, but the squad still lost 19-14 to the Houston Texans. The losing side was boosted by RB , who rushed for one TD and 126 yards on 23 carries. Meanwhile, Dallas' offense rose to the challenge against a Philadelphia defense that boasted an average of only 19.14 points allowed. They managed a 40-34 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday. Dallas QB was slinging it as he pa sed for three TDs and 347 yards on 35 attempts in addition to... less
In today's NFL, the backup quarterback may be the second-most important position, behind the starting quarterback, of course. That is probably the main reason why president Art... moreIn today's NFL, the backup quarterback may be the second-most important position, behind the starting quarterback, of course. That is probably the main reason why president Art Rooney II recently said that he expects the team to honor the final year of two-year contract.Trubisky, who started the 2022 season as the starter before losing the job to , went 2-3 in five starts. He was especially efficient in helping the Steelers defeat the in Week 14 while playing in place of Pickett, who was injured.On paper, bringing Trubisky back makes sense. He's capable of succe sfully leading the Steelers' offense if he Hats is called into action. He's also under contract after signing with Pittsburgh on the first official day of free agency last March.Trubisky comes with an expensive price tag for a backup, however. He carries a $10.25 million cap hit that he likely won't be willing to renegotiate. Trubisky has also made it clear that he wants a chance to compete for a starting job, so it's safe to say that he won't... less
The Ian Mahinmi Jersey are battling the for the AFC South this Saturday night in the regular-season finale, and head coach Mike Vrabel announced Monday they will start quarterback... moreThe Ian Mahinmi Jersey are battling the for the AFC South this Saturday night in the regular-season finale, and head coach Mike Vrabel announced Monday they will start quarterback under center. He gets the nod over rookie third-round pick ."Talked to both quarterbacks and let them know that Josh will be our quarterback for this week and that Malik has to continue to prepare like a starter," Vrabel said, .Dobbs made his first career start last Thursday night against the . While the Titans fell, 27-13, Dobbs faired well, completing 20 of 39 pa ses for 232 Ish Smith Jersey yards, one touchdown and one interception. The former University of Tenne see star was more effective than the rookie Willis when it came to pushing the ball down the field. Willis hasn't reached 100 yards pa sing in any of his three career starts. Dobbs surpa sed 100 yards pa sing in the first two quarters in Week 17.Dobbs was selected by the in the fourth round of the 2017 . He attempted just 17 pa ses C.J. Miles Jersey in his first... less
When Andy Reid first guided the to the at the close of the 2019 season, it marked the first time in 15 years that Big Red had been to the big game. Since then, he's already logged... moreWhen Andy Reid first guided the to the at the close of the 2019 season, it marked the first time in 15 years that Big Red had been to the big game. Since then, he's already logged two more trips, meaning he'll have made four different championship appearances when Kansas City takes the field for Super Bowl LVII against the .The 24th coach in NFL history to contend for a Lombardi Trophy more than once, Reid has long been considered one of the best in the busine s. The 64-year-old has been named Coach of the Year nine different times by four different outlets since ascending to his first top job with the Eagles in 1999. He's earned playoff berths in 18 of 24 seasons. And 10 of his teams have advanced to the conference championship game, including five straight with the present-day Chiefs.But as he looks to claim his second ring by squaring off against his old team, where does Reid actually rank among the select few who've led multiple Super Bowl appearances?Let's start with just Dwight Howard Jersey the... less
Players, coaches, personnel, medical staff and media all made their way to Kevin Durant Jersey Glendale, Arizona, this week ahead of the Super Bowl LVII matchup between the and .... morePlayers, coaches, personnel, medical staff and media all made their way to Kevin Durant Jersey Glendale, Arizona, this week ahead of the Super Bowl LVII matchup between the and . Along with them, each of the team's biggest fans made their may as well. Yes, I'm talking about the lovable, over the top and often dramatic mascots.The Chiefs' mascot is K.C. Wolf and if the name did not already give it away, it is a wolf. The Eagles' mascot is an eagle named Swoop.K.C. Wolf's last appearance was in 2021, when the Chiefs lost to the . The last win the wolf got to see was in 2020, the year the Chiefs defeated the . Swoop's last appearance was also the last Eagles win they saw, coming in 2018 with a Philadelphia victory over the .Now let's take a closer look at these mascots, including how they got their name and how they Glenn Robinson III Jersey came to be:K.C. Wolf has not always been around. The Chiefs mascot was originally named Warpaint and was a horse ridden by a man in a headdre s. K.C. Wolf took over... less
The look to continue their recent dominance over the when the teams meet in an AFC matchup on Saturday night. The Raiders (6-8), who are coming off a 30-24 win over the New... moreThe look to continue their recent dominance over the when the teams meet in an AFC matchup on Saturday night. The Raiders (6-8), who are coming off a 30-24 win over the New England Patriots, have won six of the last eight meetings with Pittsburgh, including two in a row. Las Vegas registered a 26-17 win in Pittsburgh last season. The Steelers (6-8), who beat Carolina 24-16 on Sunday, have won three of four and four of six. Both teams are on the outside looking in on the AFC playoff picture, but can stay alive with a win. The kickoff temperatureis expected to be around 13 degrees with Chris Mullin Jersey winds blowing around 20 MPH.The game from Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh is scheduled to kick off at 8:15 p.m. ET. The Raiders have the 11th-ranked offense in the league, averaging 358.1 yards per game, while the Steelers are 26th at 317.9 per game. Pittsburgh is a 2-point favorite in the latest Raiders vs. Steelers odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under for total points scored is set at... less
is perhaps the most qualified person when it comes to discu sing the predicament faced over the past Luguentz Dort Jersey week. Griffin, after all, saw the trajectory of his... moreis perhaps the most qualified person when it comes to discu sing the predicament faced over the past Luguentz Dort Jersey week. Griffin, after all, saw the trajectory of his career change dramatically after he played through serious injuries during a playoff game during his rookie season.That may be why Griffin defended Jackson's decision to not play in the ' Super Wild Card Weekend game against the , as he continues to deal with a PCL sprain that was sustained on Dec. 4. Vick's decision has led to criticism that included former quarterback Michael Vick advising him to on national television prior to kickoff.Griffin, via social media, responded to Vick's comments while showing his support for Jackson. Griffin's post also included a picture of the play that saw him further injure his knee late in Washington's 2012 wild card playoff lo s to Seattle. Griffin, who played in that game despite suffering a PCL sprain weeks earlier, was never the same player after he underwent offseason Chris Paul Jersey... less
Welcome to the Thursday edition of the Pick Six newsletter!I hope everyone had tea and crumpets for breakfast this morning, because that's what I had, and I had it to celebrate... moreWelcome to the Thursday edition of the Pick Six newsletter!I hope everyone had tea and crumpets for breakfast this morning, because that's what I had, and I had it to celebrate the fact that the announced the teams that will be hosting international games this year.There will be a total of five international games in 2023 with three being played in London and two being played in Germany. We'll be going over the five home teams in those games in today's newsletter, plus we'll be talking about the playoffs, because this would be the worst NFL newsletter ever if we didn't talk about the playoffs.As always, here's your weekly reminder to tell all your friends to sign up for the Pick Six newsletter. To get your friends to sign up, all you have to do is with them.If you're going to listen to just one episode of the Pick Six podcast every week, then you should definitely make sure that you're listening every Thursday, because that's when Brady Quinn joins the show. For today's episode, the former first-round... less
For the third time in four years, the finished their season so close, yet simultaneously so far from hoisting their first Lombardi Trophy since the 1994 season, following their... moreFor the third time in four years, the finished their season so close, yet simultaneously so far from hoisting their first Lombardi Trophy since the 1994 season, following their season-ending 31-7 defeat in the NFC Championship Game at the top-seeded . The team seemed to be quarterback-proof, winning 12 games in a row prior to Sunday's lo s thanks to a treasure trove of offensive riches -- running back , wide receiver , wide receiver , tight end and left tackle -- and the 's No. 1 scoring defense (16.3 points per game) and total defense (300.6 total yards per game) led by the NFL's sack leader (18.5) and likely Defensive Player of the Year, defensive end .However, the plan fully unraveled when quarterback -- who transformed from the final pick of the 2022 into one of the hottest pa sers in the league through his first seven starts -- suffered on San Francisco's opening drive and his backup, fourth-string, journeyman suffered a concu sion. Entering the Ty Jerome Jersey 2023 offseason, the 49ers don't... less
The 2022 NFL offseason was one of the most memorable offseasons in recent memory. The quarterback carousel was spinning at a high rate of speed before halted it with his... moreThe 2022 NFL offseason was one of the most memorable offseasons in recent memory. The quarterback carousel was spinning at a high rate of speed before halted it with his guaranteed $230 million deal, we witne sed a total reset of the wide receiver market -- something that players like , and among others benefitted from -- and of course retired and unretired and now has . What's in store for us this time around?As happens every offseason, there are multiple players at different positions who are in line to reset the market with record-breaking extensions. Below, Charles Barkley Jersey we will break down 10 of the players who have earned big paydays this offseason. CIN QB #9 CMP%68.3YDs4475TD35INT12YD/Att7.38 Joey Franchise didn't get back to the this year, but he's going to feel like he won it all when he puts pen to paper on a new deal at some point. That could come this offseason. , Burrow and the Bengals are preparing for a monster contract extension. The former No. 1 overall pick is in line to... less
There may be no quarterback prospect as captivating as Florida's Anthony Richardson. While he's been billed as a raw signal-caller, he oozes the type of talent and potential that... moreThere may be no quarterback prospect as captivating as Florida's Anthony Richardson. While he's been billed as a raw signal-caller, he oozes the type of talent and potential that comes DeMarre Carroll Jersey off the board early in the first round. This week, Richardson can state his case to be among the top quarterbacks taken in the 2023 , and it sounds like he's making the most of the opportunity.At the Scouting Combine, while we all watch these quarterbacks run the 40-yard dash and occasionally throw wearing compre sion Dejounte Murray Jersey shorts, arguably the most important piece of the week happens behind closed doors during the interview proce s. It's there where Richardson is apparently shining. According to , there are scouts who have been in the room for all of the top four quarterback prospects back-to-back-to-back-to-back and came away most impre sed by Chimezie Metu Jersey Richardson. Some scouts reportedly noted Richardson is the best quarterback interview they had comparing last year's... less
The 2022 NFL regular season is over and we are on to the playoffs. And while it may be months away, we are already looking ahead to next season.With Week 18 in the books, each... moreThe 2022 NFL regular season is over and we are on to the playoffs. And while it may be months away, we are already looking ahead to next season.With Week 18 in the books, each team's opponents for the 2023 season have been determined. Teams face each divisional opponent twice. They also play one game against all four teams from a division in the opposing conference, and all four from another division in their own conference. They'll face a team in each of the remaining two same conference divisions based on order of finish. The 17th opponent rotates each year.Dates and times will be released in May. Here's a look at each team's home and away games:Home: , , , , , , , Away: , , , , , , Chimezie Metu Jersey Eagles, Giants, Commanders New York GiantsHome: Cowboys, Commanders, Eagles, Rams, Seahawks, Patriots, Jets, Away: Cowboys, Commanders, Eagles, Cardinals, 49ers, Bills, Dolphins, , Philadelphia EaglesHome: Cowboys, Giants, Commanders, Cardinals, Bills, 49ers, Dolphins, Away: Cowboys, Commanders,... less
and the are tied together, but only tentatively. With 2023 free agency around the corner, the star quarterback is under Baltimore's control after the team on Jackson Tuesday.... moreand the are tied together, but only tentatively. With 2023 free agency around the corner, the star quarterback is under Baltimore's control after the team on Jackson Tuesday. Because the Ravens designated him a non-exclusive tag, other teams can negotiate with -- and make offers to -- the former MVP once free agency begins. It's anyone's gue s as to where Jackson will actually suit up in 2023.How, exactly, did we get here? Let's recap the quarterback's contract timeline with an overview:April 26, 2018 -- The Ravens draft Lamar Jackson No. 32 overall after trading up with the .June 5, 2018 -- Jackson signs a four-year, $9.47 million rookie contract with the Ravens, negotiating the deal alongside his mother, Felicia Jones, and without an official agent. Dec. 12, 2018 -- Jackson is named the Ravens' starting QB after going 3-1 in place of an injured .Feb. 1, 2020 -- Jackson is announced as John Wall Jersey the unanimous winner of the 2019 NFL MVP after his Pro Bowl debut as a full-time starter, totaling... less
One thing is clear regarding the ' quarterback situation: Gang Green is a big fan of . After the team reportedly told Carr that if he signs with them, Jets coach Robert Saleh... moreOne thing is clear regarding the ' quarterback situation: Gang Green is a big fan of . After the team reportedly told Carr that if he signs with them, Jets coach Robert Saleh heaped more praise on the former quarterback from the combine.The Jets met with Carr a second time on Wednesday from Indianapolis. It appears, based on Saleh's Houston Rockets Jeresy comments, that Carr is a serious option for New York as it also continues to wait for ' decision regarding his future. Saleh compared Carr to quarterback , who won a later in his career after changing teams."Derek's got an elite makeup with regards to football IQ," Saleh said, . "He's got tremendous accuracy and arm strength. He can put the ball anywhere you want. He's underrated in terms of a scrambler, being able to P. J. Tucker Jersey move out of the pocket and all that stuff."He's been asked to do a lot in his career. He's more in line with what Matt Stafford's career has been in terms of if you can just get him to a place that can surround him... less
If the and both advance to the AFC Championship Game, the showdown of the top seeds will be held in a neutral location, and before it's even known if that will happen fans are... moreIf the and both advance to the AFC Championship Game, the showdown of the top seeds will be held in a neutral location, and before it's even known if that will happen fans are already trying to secure their spot in the stadium. The league advised the teams to begin selling tickets ahead of time in case Mike Bibby Jersey both teams make it and fans from each side wasted no time buying tickets.More than 50,000 tickets were purchased by Bills and Chiefs season Marko Guduric Jersey -ticket holders in the first 24 hours they went on sale for the game that would take place at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, . The home of the holds 71,000 people.by the league because the Bills' game against the was canceled after safety . With the Bills playing one le s game than the Chiefs and the teams being two of the top contenders in the AFC, an alternative playoff plan was put into place.With a Week 18 win the Chiefs earned the No. 1 seed and the Bills took the No. 2 spot with a regular season finale victory of... less
The AFC certainly was a gauntlet this past season, even with the proving their conference superiority by winning LVII -- their second championship in four seasons. Even with a... moreThe AFC certainly was a gauntlet this past season, even with the proving their conference superiority by winning LVII -- their second championship in four seasons. Even with a strong AFC full of franchise quarterbacks, teams are still trying to figure out how to beat the Chiefs and reign superior over the rest of the conference.With free agency just days away, teams are (again) waiting to see what decides to do for the 2023 season. What about Lamar Jackson's contract situation with the ? Even with the franchise tag, will Jackson reach a new deal with Baltimore or will he bolt for another franchise? Wherever Jackson winds up could shift the balance of power in the AFC.The Chiefs are clearly the best team in the conference, while the and aren't far behind. The appear set to challenge the top three sooner rather than later, while the Ravens and hope to emerge into the upper echelon of contenders.Finding the right free agent fit is paramount toward competing for a championship, a player each team will be... less