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NFL: Australia's MCG to host regular-season game in 2026
Australia will be the sixth international country to host a regular-season game, the National Football League (NFL) announced.
#ThisDayThatYear: Baltimore Colts win first Super Bowl under NFL-AFL merger
On January 17, 1971, the Baltimore Colts triumphed in Super Bowl V, marking the first championship under the NFL-AFL merger.
Ranking top winningest NFL franchises in terms of winning percentage
Success in the NFL is measured not just in championships but in sustained excellence.
NFL: Ranking the MVP candidates post the Wild card games
On February 6, the NFL Honors in New Orleans will reveal the 2024 MVP.
#ThisDayThatYear: Cowboys set Super Bowl rushing record with 252 yards
On January 16, 1972, the Dallas Cowboys made history with a dominant Super Bowl performance, setting a record for the then-most rushing yards in the big game.
Decoding teams with the most playoff losses in NFL history
The NFL playoffs have seen incredible highs and devastating lows for many teams.
#ThisDayThatYear: Packers dominate Falcons with postseason scoring record in 2011
On January 15, 2011, the Green Bay Packers delivered a postseason masterclass, defeating the Atlanta Falcons 48-21 in the NFC Divisional Round.
NFL: Players with most sacked yards lost (single playoff game)
In NFL playoff history, several players have suffered significant sack-yardage losses, with Sam Darnold recently making headlines for breaking records in a shocking first-half performance.
#ThisDayThatYear: Patriots' Brady throws record-tying six touchdown passes vs Broncos
On January 14, 2012, Tom Brady delivered a historic performance in a 45-10 playoff rout of the Denver Broncos, throwing a record-tying six touchdown passes.
Ranking NFL teams with most 30-point home games this season
Scoring points in the NFL is no easy feat, with defenses continuously evolving to challenge even the most potent offenses.
#ThisDayThatYear: Patriots' Brady becomes winningest quarterback in postseason play (2013)
On January 13, 2013, Tom Brady made history, becoming the winningest quarterback in NFL postseason play.
Ranking NFL QBs with most career postseason rushing yards
Quarterbacks who excel on the ground in the postseason add a dynamic edge to their game, impacting playoff runs.
#ThisDayThatYear: Kaepernick breaks QB playoff rushing record with 181 yards
On January 12, 2013, Colin Kaepernick etched his name into NFL history, rushing for a quarterback playoff-record 181 yards and two touchdowns.
NFL coaches with most wins in first four regular seasons
Success in the NFL starts with strong coaching.
#ThisDayThatYear: Belichick and Patriots mutually part ways after 24 seasons
On January 11, 2024, Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots mutually agreed to part ways after an extraordinary 24-season partnership.
Ranking QBs with 4,000+ yards, 40+ TDs, 70%+ completion season
Achieving 4,000+ passing yards, 40+ touchdowns, and a 70% completion rate in a single NFL season is an extraordinary feat for any quarterback.
#ThisDayThatYear: Cardinals top Packers in NFL's highest-scoring playoff game
On January 10, 2010, in NFL history, the Arizona Cardinals and Green Bay Packers delivered an unforgettable playoff thriller, combining for a record-breaking 96 points.
NFL: Ranking Rookie of the Year candidates through Week 18
As the 2024 NFL regular season wraps up, clear frontrunners for end-of-season awards have emerged.
#ThisDayThatYear: Peyton Manning becomes the first four-time AP MVP winner
On January 09, 2010, the Indianapolis Colts' Peyton Manning made NFL history by becoming the first player to win the AP MVP award four times.
NFL: Decoding wide receivers with the triple crown since 1970
Since 1970, achieving the NFL's coveted wide receiver triple crown—leading the league in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns—has been a rare feat reserved for the most dominant pass-catchers.
Ranking NFL rookies with the most receptions (single season)
NFL rookies making an immediate impact often showcase their talent through record-breaking performances, especially as pass-catchers.
#ThisDayThatYear: Patriots dominate and set record with 10 playoff wins
On January 7, 2006, the New England Patriots cemented their legacy by setting an NFL record with 10 consecutive postseason victories.
NFL: Ranking the Commanders' single-season receiving TDs record
Terry McLaurin's late touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys secured a historic milestone, giving him sole possession of the Washington Commanders' single-season receiving touchdown record.
#ThisDayThatYear: Marino dominates playoffs with record 421 yards, four TDs
On January 6, 1985, Dan Marino delivered a historic playoff performance, passing for a record 421 yards and four touchdowns in the Miami Dolphins' 45-28 AFC Championship win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
NFL: Decoding Ravens RBs with most rushing TDs (single season)
The Baltimore Ravens celebrated clinching the AFC North title with a victory over the Cleveland Browns, as Derrick Henry set a new single-season franchise record for rushing touchdowns by a running back.
#ThisDayThatYear: Arian Foster registers 100 yards in three playoff games
On January 05, 2013, in NFL history, Arian Foster etched his name in the record books by becoming the first player to rush for 100 yards in each of his first three playoff games.
NFL: Presenting TEs with 1,000-plus receiving yards in four seasons
Reaching 1,000 receiving yards in an NFL season is a rare milestone for tight ends, but achieving it multiple times places a player in elite company.
#ThisDayThatYear: Rams' Eric Dickerson sets playoff record with 248 yards
On January 04, 1986, Eric Dickerson delivered a historic performance for the Los Angeles Rams, rushing for an NFL playoff record 248 rushing yards in a 20-0 win over the Dallas Cowboys.
NFL: Decoding the biggest Pro Bowl snubs of this season
The Pro Bowl honors the NFL's brightest stars, but every year, some deserving players are left out.
#ThisDayThatYear: Bills pull off NFL's greatest comeback win vs Oilers
On January 3, 1993, the Buffalo Bills etched their name into NFL history with a record-breaking 41-38 overtime victory over the Houston Oilers.
NFL: Ranking top five RBs with most rushing yards (2024)
In the 2024 NFL season, running backs continue to dominate the field with impressive rushing yard totals.
#ThisDayThatYear: Seahawks make history as first sub-.500 division champ
On January 02, 2011, the 2010 Seattle Seahawks stunned the NFL by becoming the first team in league history to win a division with a losing record.
Ranking the NFL MVP candidates ahead of the playoffs
With Week 17 nearly over, the MVP race feels decided, though playoff spots remain up for grabs heading into Week 18.
#ThisDayThatYear: Backup QB Flynn sets Packers record with six touchdowns
On January 01, 2012, backup quarterback Matt Flynn delivered a historic performance for the Green Bay Packers.
NFL: Ranking rookie Giants WR with most receiving yards
The New York Giants have a history of standout wide receivers, and this year, all eyes are on their newest rookie sensation.
NFL: Ranking most wins by the Commanders (single season)
The Washington Commanders have a rich history of remarkable seasons, with this NFL season being their first 11-win campaign since 1991 as a highlight.
#ThisDayThatYear: Bills clinch playoffs, ending 17-year playoff drought
On December 31, 2017, the Buffalo Bills ended a 17-year playoff drought, the longest active non-playoff streak in North American professional sports.
NFL: Ranking rookie TEs with most receiving yards (single season)
In the 2024 NFL season, rookie tight ends are making their mark, with some standout performances.
#ThisDayThatYear: Patrick Mahomes becomes NFL's second 5,000-yard, 50-TD QB
On December 30, 2018, Patrick Mahomes etched his name in NFL history by becoming the second quarterback to achieve an incredible 5,000-yard and 50-touchdown season.
NFL: QBs with most 250+ yards, 3+ TD games (2024)
The 2024 NFL season has been a showcase of remarkable quarterback dominance, with multiple players excelling in games with 250+ passing yards and 3+ touchdowns.
#ThisDayThatYear: Patriots become first team to achieve perfect 16-0 record
On December 29, 2007, the New England Patriots made history by completing a perfect 16-0 regular season, the first team in NFL history to achieve such a feat.
NFL: Ranking QBs with highest single-season passer rating of all-time
Quarterbacks have left indelible marks with historic single-season performances.