Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Who’s in and who’s out for this Divisional Round game. The Philadelphia Eagles officially announced the inactives list for their 2025 NFL playoffs Divisional Round game against the Los Angeles Rams. The following Eagles players WILL NOT PLAY: Tanner McKee, Nick Gates, Darian Kinnard, Trevor Keegan, Ainias Smith, Eli Ricks, and Lewis Cine. These are the same inactives the Eagles had for last weekend’s Wild Card game against the Green Bay Packers. Under the NFL’s emergency third quarterback rule, McKee is only allowed to play if both Jalen Hurts AND Kenny Pickett leave the game for good. Gates, Kinnard, Keegan, Smith, Ricks, and Cine are all healthy scratches. Nicholas Morrow and Khari Blasingame are active after being temporarily elevated from the practice squad. Morrow is playing in his first game with the Eagles this season. Philadelphia Eagles Inactive List QB Tanner McKee* – Third QB. OL Nick Gates – Ninth OL. OL Darian Kinnard – Tenth OL. OL Trevor Keegan – Eleventh OL. WR Ainias Smith – Sixth WR. CB Eli Ricks – Seventh CB. S Lewis Cine – Sixth S. Los Angeles Rams Inactive List The Rams ruled three starters questionable on their final injury report: starting left tackle Alaric Jackson, starting nose tackle Bobby Brown III, and starting cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon. Sean McVay said they’d all be active and indeed they are. QB Stetson Bennett* OL Justin Dedich WR Tyler Johnson S John Johnson III DE Brennan Jackson OT Joe Noteboom OT AJ Arcuri
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Divisional playoffs: How to watch Rams at Eagles, Ravens at Bills
Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images Who will advance to their conference title games? The Divisional Round of the 2025 NFL Playoffs concludes Sunday with a doubleheader. Here is all of your viewing, streaming, listening and wagering information. Los Angeles Rams (11-7 – No. 4) at Philadelphia Eagles (15-3 – No. 2) The Los Angeles Rams tied a playoff record with nine sacks in their Wild Card victory over Minnesota while Philadelphia defeated Green Bay for its first Wild Card win since 2018. With a win, the Eagles would advance to the NFC Championship for the second time in three seasons, while the Rams can reach the Championship round for the third time in eight seasons under head coach Sean McVay. Philadelphia defeated Los Angeles, 37-20, in Week 12 as running back Saquon Barkley recorded a career-high 302 scrimmage yards (including a career-high and franchise-record 255 rushing yards) and became the sixth player in NFL history to record multiple rushing touchdowns of 70-or-more yards in a game, joining Pro Football Hall of Famers Lenny Moore (1956) and Barry Sanders (1997) as well as John Fuqua (1970), Frank Gore (2009) and Maurice Jones-Drew (2009). When: Sunday Jan. 19, 2025 Where: Lincoln Financial FieldGame time: 3 p.m. ETTV: NBC/PeacockAnnouncers: Mike Tirico, Cris Collinsworth, Melissa Stark Radio: Westwood One — Ian Eagle, Charles Davis | Sirius — Rams, Ch. 226; Eagles, Ch. 225; National, Ch. 88Referee: Shawn SmithStreaming: NFL appFanduel Sportsbook odds: Eagles -6.5 | Moneyline: Rams +220, Eagles -270 | Over/Under: 44.5 Baltimore Ravens (13-5 – No. 3) at Buffalo Bills (14-4 – No. 2) This is a matchup of two heavyweight teams with long-held aspirations of knocking off the Kansas City Chiefs to represent the AFC in the Super Bowl. During the regular season, Buffalo led the AFC and ranked second in the NFL with 30.9 points per game, while Baltimore ranked third with 30.5. Baltimore is seeking back-to-back appearances in the AFC Championship Game. Buffalo is seeking its first AFC Championship Game berth since 2020. When: Sunday Jan. 19, 2025 Where: Highmark StadiumGame time: 6:30 p.m.TV: CBS/Paramount+Announcers: Jim Nantz, Tony Romo, Tracy Wolfson (field reporter), Jay Feely (field reporter) Radio: Westwood One — Ryan Radtke, Mike Golic | Sirius — Ravens, Ch. 229; Bills, Ch. 228; National, Ch. 88Referee: Carl CheffersStreaming: NFL appFanduel Sportsbook odds: Ravens -1.5 | Moneyline: Ravens -118, Bills +100 | Over/Under: 51.5
Rams Reacts Survey Results: Another NFC upset is brewin’
Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Rams fans are confident headed into Sunday’s divisional round playoff game After the Commanders upset the Lions on Saturday, the L.A. Rams are just one win away from hosting the NFC Championship game and three-fourths of their fans think that’s exactly what will happen. If the Rams beat the Eagles on Sunday, they will move onto the NFC Championship and host the Commanders next Sunday. Though the Eagles are 6.5-point favorites at FanDuel sportsbook, 75% of us believe that the Rams will upset the Eagles on Sunday: And 54% of us voted that the game will be under 43.5 points, the over/under total that was also set at FanDuel. A factor in some thinking the score will be on the lower side could be due to the inclement weather that is expected for the game. Some news outlets are reporting 3-5 inches of snow to fall in the Philadelphia area Sunday, which could limit what the Rams and Eagles will be able to do through the air. At the time of this article the game was at 5.5 points, and it was basically a coin flip for who would cover: The Eagles beat the Rams by 17 points in their regular season matchup, but that was a long time ago and few teams are rolling as hot as Sean McVay’s team right now, especially with Puka Nacua back in the lineup. Since Puka’s return, the Rams have won 9 of 11 games, not including Week 18. The Eagles were one of those losses, but with the Commanders surprising win over the Detroit Lions, the Rams now have a chance to host the NFC championship at home with a win this Sunday. That extra motivation could be just the push Los Angeles needs to get the victory.
What channel is Ravens vs. Bills on today? Time, TV schedule for Divisional Round game
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Sunday Divisional Round open thread
Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images Eagles – Rams and Bills – Ravens highlight today’s action. We’ve got another double dose of Divisional Round football on tap for today, so come join the fun in our open thread!
Sunday Divisional Round Playoff open thread
Lamar Jackson, Maxx Crosby | Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images Discuss it all here The NFL Divisional Playoff round ends Sunday with two games. Los Angeles Rams play at the Philadelphia Eagles, at 12 p.m. PT. and the Baltimore Ravens play at the Buffalo Bills, at 3:30 p.m. Discuss it all here.
How to watch Bills vs Ravens today: Time, TV channel, odds for NFL playoffs
The Buffalo Bills will look to exact revenge for an early season loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday evening, with a trip to the AFC Championship game on the line. The Bills are at home in what should be frigid temperatures at Highmark Stadium. The temperature at kickoff will be around 19 degrees and falling, and we could see snow throughout the evening. Here’s how to watch the Bills vs. Ravens game, including time, TV schedule and streaming information: What channel is Bills vs Ravens game on today? Time, TV schedule TV Channel: CBS Start time: 6:30 p.m. ET Bills vs. Ravens will broadcast nationally on CBS. Jim Nantz and Tony Romo will call the game from the booth at Highmark Stadium. Where to watch Bills vs Ravens on livestream Streaming options for the game include Fubo if you live in the local coverage area. The game will also stream on Paramount+. Watch Bills vs Ravens live on Fubo (free trial) Bills vs Ravens predictions, picks, odds Bills 23, Ravens 20: Yes, the Ravens pounded the Bills in the first meeting in Baltimore. But, this is the postseason, and it is in Western New York in the snow. Baltimore has a tough, uphill battle against the weather, the fans, a tough team, and against history. – Kevin Erickson, Sportsbook Wire ODDS: Ravens by 1 O/U: 51.5 All NFL Odds via BetMGM. NFL Playoff picks: Unlock exclusive data-driven predictions Buffalo Bills 2024 schedule Week 1: vs. Arizona (W, 34-28) Week 2: at Miami (W, 31-10) Week 3: vs Jacksonville (W, 47-10) Week 4: at Baltimore (L, 35-10) Week 5: at Houston (L, 23-20) Week 6: at New York Jets (W, 23-20) Week 7: vs Tennessee (W, 34-10) Week 8: at Seattle (W, 31-10) Week 9: vs. Miami (W, 30-27) Week 10: at Indianapolis (W, 30-20) Week 11: vs. Kansas City (W, 30-21) Week 12: BYE WEEK Week 13: vs. San Francisco (W, 35-10) Week 14: at Los Angeles Rams (L, 44-42) Week 15: at Detroit (W, 48-42) Week 16: vs. New England (W, 24-21) Week 17: vs. New York Jets (W, 40-14) Week 18: at New England (L, 23-16) Wild Card round: vs. Denver (W, 31-7) Record: 14-4 We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn’t influence our coverage. Gambling involves risk. Please only gamble with funds that you can comfortably afford to lose. While we do our utmost to offer good advice and information we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of gambling. We do our best to make sure all the information that we provide on this site is correct. However, from time to time mistakes will be made and we will not be held liable. Please check any stats or information if you are unsure how accurate they are. No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain. All forms of betting carry financial risk and it is up to the individual to make bets with or without the assistance of information provided on this site and we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of following the betting tips provided on this site. Past performances do not guarantee success in the future and betting odds fluctuate from one minute to the next. The material contained on this site is intended to inform, entertain and educate the reader and in no way represents an inducement to gamble legally or illegally or any sort of professional advice. Gannett may earn revenue from sports betting operators for audience referrals to betting services. Sports betting operators have no influence over nor are any such revenues in any way dependent on or linked to the newsrooms or news coverage. Terms apply, see operator site for Terms and Conditions. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call the National Council on Problem Gambling 24/7 at 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ, OH), 1-800-522-4700 (CO), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN). Must be 21 or older to gamble. Sports betting and gambling are not legal in all locations. Be sure to comply with laws applicable where you reside. It is your sole responsibility to act in accordance with your local laws.
2025 NFL Draft prospect profile – Bradyn Swinson, EDGE, LSU
Scott Kinser-Imagn Images Is Swinson an under-the-radar answer for the Giants? The New York Giants spent the first half of 2025 among the sack leaders of the NFL, but at the same time they fielded one of the league’s worst run defenses. That improved considerably in the second half of the season, but it was still a lingering issue. The team could also have depth concerns along the defensive front with Azeez Ojulari entering unrestricted free agency. LSU edge defender (and Oregon transfer) Bradyn Swinson isn’t a household name, however he could prove to be a great value add for a team like the Giants. Prospect: Bradyn Swinson (4)Games Watched: vs. USC (2024), vs. Ole Miss (2024), vs. Texas A&M (2024), vs. Alabama (2024)Red Flags: none Measurables Height: 6-foot-4Weight: 260 pounds Strengths Best traits Size and length Play strength Competitive toughness Burst Tackling Bradyn Swinson is a big, long edge defender with great play strength and a very versatile build. Swinson is listed at 6-foot-4 and roughly 260 pounds, and looks every inch of it – if not more. Strength is the strength of Swinson’s game, and the foundation of almost everything he looks to do as a defender. He uses a bull-rush as his go-to pass rush move, making full use of his power to drive blockers into the backfield. Swinson has heavy, violent hands and understands how to use his hands and leverage to get under blockers’ pads and put them on skates. He generally uses a two-hand swipe or a forklift move as the counter for his bull rush, pairing power with more power. He does a great job of using his length to extend and keep blockers from locking him up. Likewise, he understands the importance of inside leverage and uses his length and strength to win inside leverage and control offensive blockers. That makes him a good run defender as well as an effective pass rusher. Swinson is able to establish a firm edge on his side of the field, and then discard blockers to make a play on the ball. He’s also a patient and disciplined run defender who rarely bites on fakes or over-commits. Swinson is a very good tackler, who not only arrives with authority, but consistently wraps up to get the ball carrier on the ground. He rarely allows yards after contact and is usually in good position to make tackles in space. On that note, Swinson is surprisingly comfortable when dropping into shallow coverage zones and understands how to use his size to clog passing lanes. Finally, he has great competitive toughness throughout his game. Not only is Swinson a willing hitter who never shies away from taking on offensive linemen, but he plays with great hustle. He never gives up on a play, nor does he give less than full effort in pursuit. Weaknesses Worst traits Ankle flexibility Speed rush Swinson’s most glaring weakness stems from some stiffness in his lower body and ankles in particular. Swinson is able to lower his hips and play with good pad level, however he’s a relatively linear athlete when rushing the passer. He lacks the ankle flexibility to keep his cleats planted in the turf while turning a tight corner. That lack of bend either forces him to slow his rushes or lose his balance as he tries to carry speed around the edge. He also lacks a true speed counter for his usual power rushes. Swinson has heavy, violent hands, but little ability to win with finesse when blockers are prepared for his power. Swinson can also be a bit slow off the snap at times. That doesn’t seem to be an issue with explosiveness or quick-twitch athleticism so much as consistently timing the snap. Game Tape (Swinson is the LSU EDGE wearing number 4 and long white sleeves) Projection Bradyn Swinson projects as a rotational edge defender at the NFL level. That said, he could easily see his role expand to starter (or near starter) reps in the right system. Swinson lacks the pure explosive speed and bend off the edge to be a consistently threatening pass rusher. However, his play strength, technique, and competitive toughness should at least make him a consistent factor in the pass game. And unlike speedy pass rush specialists, Swinson won’t need to come off the field in short yardage situations. In fact, he may be considered more of a run defending edge to start his career. Swinson should be able to find a role in a wide variety of systems. He has a versatile build and a skill set most teams can use, and should be able to find the field on defense for both even and odd fronts. Swinson might be a Day 2 value, but he’ll likely create fans among coaches early on. Does he fit the Giants?Yes Final Word: A Day 2 value
What’s Next for the 2025 Vikings?
Kevin O’Connell and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah have guided the Vikings to a 34-17 regular season record over three years, with two playoff appearances. Discussions are ongoing for their contract extensions as tensions and speculation about their futures rise within the organization. | Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images Two Old Bloggers analyze Vikings’ crucial 2025 decisions, including O’Connell and Adofo-Mensah’s contract extensions, coaching staff changes, Harrison Smith’s potential retirement, and offensive line concerns—key insights on the team’s future direction. Welcome back to another exciting episode of Two Old Bloggers on the Vikings 1st & SKOL production in partnership with the Fans First Sports Network! Today, we dive deep into the Minnesota Vikings’ 2024 season performance, future plans for 2025, and the potential changes within the team. If you’re a die-hard Vikings fan, you won’t want to miss this! Key Topics: Minnesota Vikings’ 2024 season, 2025 plans, player reviews, future outlooks. In this episode of Two Old Bloggers, Darren Campbell and Dave Stefano bring their extensive experience and passion to discuss the latest happenings with the Minnesota Vikings. Here’s what was covered in the show: Review of the Vikings’ 2024 season: Darren and Dave reflect on the highs and lows, including the disastrous end of the season. 2025 Planning: The duo dives into the plans for the upcoming season, focusing on possible coaches’ extensions, key player decisions, and the overarching vision to make the Vikings Super Bowl contenders. Player Reviews: Discussion on key player, coach, and general manager performances, including Kevin O’Connell, Kweisi Adolfo-Mensa, and Harrison Smith’s possible retirement. Offseason Strategy: Insight into potential changes in coaching, player acquisitions through free agency, and the draft. Personal Opinions: Darren and Dave share their thoughts on the Vikings’ offensive line struggles, defensive improvements, and the effect of potential coaching changes. Listener Interaction: Engaging the audience by responding to questions and comments about the Vikings’ future. So if you’re ready to get the inside scoop on all things Vikings, grab a seat, and let’s dive in! Whether you’re a long-time follower or new to the Vikings community, this episode of Two Old Bloggers has something for everyone. From in-depth analysis to engaging discussions, Darren and Dave are here to provide you with all the insights and opinions you need. And as always, let’s SKOL Vikings! Check out the full episode now to stay ahead of all the Vikings’ offseason moves and strategies. Listen: Watch: Fan With Us! We have your Minnesota Vikings talk amongst the Two Old Bloggers, Darren @KickassblogVike, and Dave @Luft_Krigare. Join the conversation! Fan with us at Vikings 1st & SKOL @Vikings1stSKOL and with our podcast partner Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN and Fans First Sports Network’s NFL feed @FFSN_NFL where you get sports takes for the fan, from the fan!
What They’re Saying About The Eagles: Inner Excellence Edition
What They’re Saying About The Eagles: Inner Excellence Edition Highlights from the Eagles’ latest win. By Jan 19, 2025, 10:46am EST Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images WHAT’S GOING ON BLEEDING GREEN NATION?!?! Ugly wins are still wins and the Eagles have moved on to the Divisional Round. I really don’t even know what to write about the game. It was an injury filled event, full of poor play calling, QB play, and plenty of turnovers. It just didn’t feel good or fun to watch. We won though, and that is the important part. There are no asterisks in the win column. Today we are taking on the Rams in our second home game against them this season. Okay, technically the first home game but let’s just be real here. We are already in their players heads, with them complaining about how mean we are. The Birds have already played and beat the Rams earlier in the season. There should be no apprehension going into today’s game at all. That being said, I’m nervous as hell. I’m sure some of you are too. So to help pass the time until the 3pm kick off, let’s revisit the end of the Packers season and see What They’re Saying About The Eagles: Do It For Dean Edition Yeaaah about that request…. FFFFUUUUMMMBBBBLLLLLEEEEEEEEE WE GOT DOTSON HERE!!! (7-0)
