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Jackson races to the end zone as the Ravens blow out the Texans on Christmas.

NFL Christmas Day 2024 Takeaways: Chiefs Clinch No. 1 Seed, Ravens Rout Texans

Kansas City has cleared a path to a third consecutive Super Bowl, though Baltimore took the AFC North lead in dominant fashion. Plus, putting together our nice and naughty lists.

Gilberto Manzano
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Jackson races to the end zone as the Ravens blow out the Texans on Christmas.

NFL Christmas Day 2024 Takeaways: Chiefs Clinch No. 1 Seed, Ravens Rout Texans

Kansas City has cleared a path to a third consecutive Super Bowl, though Baltimore took the AFC North lead in dominant fashion. Plus, putting together our nice and naughty lists.

Gilberto Manzano
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Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry and quarterback Lamar Jackson

Derrick Henry Declares Lamar Jackson Deserves MVP Again This Season

Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry believes that Lamar Jackson should win the NFL MVP.

Eva Geitheim
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James finished with 31 points, 10 assists, and four rebounds as the Lakers beat the Warriors 115-113 on Christmas Day.

LeBron James Had Blunt Message for NFL After Lakers Beat Warriors on Christmas Day

James boldly declared that Christmas is the NBA's day amid the NFL's big Netflix launch.

Ryan Phillips
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Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud

C.J. Stroud Gives Blunt Assessment of His Performance in Blowout Loss to Ravens

C.J. Stroud had a blunt review of his performance in the Houston Texans' loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

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HEADLINES

Jackson accounted for three touchdowns in Baltimore's 31-2 win over the Houston Texans on Christmas Day.

Lamar Jackson Had a Funny Three-Word Flex About His Fastest NFL Run Ever

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Anderson and the Texans fell to the Baltimore Ravens 31-2 on Christmas Day.

Will Anderson Jr. Rips 'Embarrassing' Texans Performance vs. Ravens

Ryan Phillips
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Jackson smiles after the Ravens beat the Texans on Christmas day

Lamar Jackson Offered Teammates Apology for His One Mistake in Christmas Day Game

Josh Wilson
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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson shares a moment with a young fan as he heads to the tunnel at NRG Stadium during the team's 31-2 win over the Houston Texans open Christmas Day.

Lamar Jackson Made Young Ravens Fan's Christmas With Cool Gesture Mid-Game

Tim Capurso
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Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Montravius Adams and linebacker Alex Highsmith

Steelers' Alex Highsmith Calls Out Team's Desire to Win Amid 3-Game Skid

Eva Geitheim
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Stroud leads the Texans out on Christmas Day before a loss to the Ravens

NFL Fans Lament Texans' Playoff Security After Poor Performance in Christmas Day Game

Josh Wilson
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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson scrambles with the ball during the second quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on Christmas Day.

Lamar Jackson Surpassing Michael Vick's Record Left NFL Fans in Awe

Tim Capurso
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Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens jumped out to a 31-2 lead over the Houston Texans on Christmas Day.

John Harbaugh Hilariously Admits He Checked if Lamar Jackson Snuck Out for Beyonce Show

Ryan Phillips
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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce.

Patrick Mahomes Reflects On Travis Kelce's 'Special' Career After Breaking Chiefs' Record

Eva Geitheim
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Mahomes threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns as the Chiefs beat the Steelers 29-10 on Christmas Day.

Patrick Mahomes Gave Hilarious Takeaway On Andy Reid in Santa Suit

Ryan Phillips
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Pro Football Hall of Fame Tony Gonzalez congratulates Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce for breaking his franchise record during a Christmas Day game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Tony Gonzalez Had Classy Message for Travis Kelce After Chiefs Star Broke His Record

Tim Capurso
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DeShon Elliott after the Steelers' 44–38 win over the Bengals on Dec. 1, 2024.

Steelers' DeShon Elliott Angrily Blasts Team's Play After Christmas Loss to Chiefs

Patrick Andres
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The Chiefs beat the Steelers 29-10 on Christmas Day to improve to 15-1 and clinch the top seed in the AFC.

Andy Reid Dressed as Santa for Chiefs Postgame Locker Room Celebration

Ryan Phillips
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Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and offensive linemen Rodger Saffold, Dion Dawkins.

Bills Offensive Line Gifts Special 'MVP' Necklace to Josh Allen for Christmas

Eva Geitheim
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Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon confronts Ravens players and assistant coaches before a Christmas Day game at NRG Stadium.

Joe Mixon Confronted Ravens Player After Errant Punt Hit Texans Assistant Coach

Tim Capurso
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FEATURED

The NFL and Hallmark capitalized on the Chiefs becoming a pop culture behemoth. Could it warm Conor Orr’s heart?

The MMQB Reviews Hallmark’s ‘Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story’

Conor Orr
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The Packers and Vikings will square off for the second time this season, in a game with major NFC playoff implications.

NFL Week 17: Best Games, Key Matchups, Fantasy Tips, Best Bets and Predictions

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Patrick Mahomes is introduced before the Chiefs’ Week 16 game against the Texans.

NFL Week 17 Picks From the MMQB Staff: Christmas Doubleheader and Playoff Clinchers

The MMQB Staff
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Murray and the Cardinals have struggled in the final stretch of the regular season, losing four of their past five games.

NFL Fact or Fiction: Cardinals Should Have Kyler Murray Compete for Starting Gig in 2025

Gilberto Manzano
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Barkley leads the league in rushing yards, helping the Eagles to a 12–3 record.

Eagles Understood the Running Back Market and Scored Saquon Barkley

Albert Breer
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Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams runs with the ball against New York Jets linebacker Quincy Williams during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium.

Week 16 Winners and Losers: The Rams Are Primed for Playoff Push After Perfect Sunday

Gilberto Manzano
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The holiday season is here and with it, SI's suggestions for the most useful gifts for each NFL team.

NFL Power Rankings: One Useful Holiday Gift for Each Team

Conor Orr
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Burrow led the Bengals to a 24–6 win over the Browns.

The Revival of Joe Burrow’s Bengals

Albert Breer
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Fans have been waiting years to see the fully realized version of the Falcons’ offense. Can Penix unlock it?

A Detailed Breakdown of Michael Penix Jr.’s First Start Shows Plenty to Be Excited About

Conor Orr
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Daniels celebrates after throwing a touchdown against the Eagles in the Commanders’ 10th win of the year.

Week 16 NFL Takeaways: Commanders Have Built Program for Jayden Daniels to Succeed

Albert Breer
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Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels runs the ball against the Philadelphia Eagles during the third quarter at Northwest Stadium.

2024 NFL Playoff Picture, Week 16: Ravens Clinch Spot, Eagles Falter

Matt Verderame
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Jefferson caught 10 passes for 144 receiving yards and two touchdowns in Minnesota’s win over the Seahawks.

What We Learned in Week 16: Justin Jefferson Can Take Vikings on Lengthy Playoff Run 

Gilberto Manzano
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Goff and the Lions have built up a highlight reel full of trick plays this season

The Lions’ Fake Stumble Touchdown Is Ben Johnson’s Most Impressive Trick Play Yet

Conor Orr
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All eyes will be on Patrick Mahomes on Saturday to see how he plays with an ankle injury.

Where Does Saturday’s NFL–College Football Playoff Smorgasbord Rank Among Best Sports Days of the Year?

Jimmy Traina
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Belichick has landed in North Carolina after one season out coaching

Bill Belichick’s Move to UNC Tracks With the Professionalization of College Sports

Andrew Brandt
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