TIME: 08:30 P.M. ESTVENUE: Candlestick Park Ben Roethlisberger has played through injuries before, but the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback could find himself sidelined for health reasons for the first time since 2009 at an inopportune time. In a tight AFC playoff race, the Steelers could also be without linebacker James Harrison when they visit the postseason-bound [...]
TIME: 01:00 P.M. ESTVENUE: Ralph Wilson Stadium A modest resurgence over the last month was not enough to save Tony Sparanos job as coach of the Miami Dolphins. Despite another disappointing season, the Dolphins still might be in better shape than the reeling Buffalo Bills. Playing their first game since Sparano was fired, the Dolphins [...]
TIME: 01:00 P.M. ESTVENUE: Arrowhead Stadium When talk of a perfect season began last month, Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy said he wouldnt discuss the matter until several other goals were reached first. McCarthys team is now one victory away from turning its attention to perfection. The Packers look to clinch home-field advantage throughout [...]
TIME: 04:05 P.M. ESTVENUE: O.co Coliseum Trying to maintain their playoff position in the NFC, the Detroit Lions are eager to welcome one of their top players back to the field. The Oakland Raiders are looking for anything to help their chances of remaining in the AFC playoff picture. With defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh back [...]
TIME: 04:15 P.M. ESTVENUE: Lincoln Financial Field The New York Jets and Philadelphia Eagles havent lived up to lofty expectations this year. While a three-game winning streak has the Jets headed in the right direction, the Eagles are clinging to very slim playoff hopes. With major playoff implications on the line, the Jets go for [...]
TIME: 08:20 P.M. ESTVENUE: Georgia Dome A spectacular comeback helped put the Atlanta Falcons in position for their third playoff berth in four years. With coach Mike Smith expected to be on the sideline after a medical scare, the Falcons will try to hold on to that spot Thursday night against a visiting Jacksonville Jaguars [...]