Author: Mike Jones, USA TODAY

The Chargers were overmatched by the Ravens at nearly every turn and left with a list of teaching points for players and coaches alike to mull over.

Raiders owner Mark Davis missed a chance to send a message about accountability and further distance team from the Jon Gruden ugliness. He whiffed.

Jameis Winston was once known for producing questionable interceptions just as easily as he threw dazzling TDs. But something has changed for the QB.

Jameis Winston made some puzzling decisions but also threw for four touchdowns as the Saints scored a 33-22 victory over Washington.

The NFL Players Association said learning more about the criminal investigation into Washington trainer Ryan Vermillion is a matter of player safety.

The NFL’s opening round of the playoffs will feature a Monday night football game in what the league is calling “Super Wild Card Weekend.”

Matt Nagy said that he plans to give Andy Dalton back the starting QB job once the veteran is healthy, but Justin Fields could change things quickly.

Even after an MVP campaign, Lamar Jackson has faced persistent ridicule. Maybe it’s time to just start appreciating him the uniquely elite QB he is.

Taylor Heinicke’s grit and determination, qualities that have made him a favorite with players and coaches, was on full display in Washington’s win.