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Is Matt LaFleur’s job security really getting shaky? This week’s Fact of Fiction from @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social: www.si.com/nfl/nfl-fact...

Packers Coach Matt LaFleur’s Job Could Be in Jeopardy

Usually, it’s the head coaches with losing teams who should be worried about their job security. But winning coaches could be in trouble, too.

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November 12, 2025 at 3:23 PM

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The Eagles’ win over the Packers on Monday night wasn't pretty, but @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social says they showed how to take Micah Parsons out of a game—even if no NFL team can replicate them: www.si.com/nfl/eagles-s...

The Eagles Showed How to Negate Micah Parsons

Philadelphia’s win over the Packers on Monday night wasn’t pretty, but it succeeded in taking perhaps the NFL’s best defender out of the game.

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November 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM

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Mike Kafka has his own unique situation that makes him a legitimate option for the full-time position as Giants coach, writes @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social www.si.com/nfl/mike-kaf...

Mike Kafka Makes the Right Decision to Bet on Himself as Giants’ Interim Coach

Now he needs to continue to develop Jaxson Dart and make savvy late-game decisions in the remaining games this season.

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November 10, 2025 at 9:56 PM

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@gilbertomanzano.bsky.social’s biggest lessons learned in Week 10:
🏈 Patriots are the AFC's team to beat
🏈 Raheem Morris is on the hot seat
🏈 Dan Campbell's bold move
🏈 More

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Why the Patriots Are the Best Team in the AFC

Week 10 to 15, to me, is the sweet spot for highly anticipated games that will say plenty when it comes to the Super Bowl contender pecking order. We learned

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November 10, 2025 at 7:36 PM

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Chargers Show They Can Adjust on the Fly With Impressive Win Over Steelers
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Chargers Show They Can Adjust on the Fly With Impressive Win Over Steelers

The Chargers made the right move for Justin Herbert when they passed on star receiver Malik Nabers in favor of stud tackle Joe Alt in last year’s draft. They al

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November 10, 2025 at 6:02 AM

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Fuerza Regida pronunciation butchered on TNF halftime show

Finally something entertaining to watch on Prime. Broncos-Raiders has been brutal 💤

November 7, 2025 at 2:55 AM

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1️⃣1️⃣ Colts-Seahawks
8️⃣ Bills-Patriots
2️⃣ Lions-Rams
1️⃣ ???

@gilbertomanzano.bsky.social ranks the 15 best games over the second half of the season: www.si.com/nfl/top-15-n...

Top 15 NFL Games Left On the 2025 Schedule: Long-Brewing Showdown Tops the List

The Eagles, Bills and Chiefs all appear three times in our midseason rankings.

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November 6, 2025 at 5:21 PM

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While the NFC may not have a superior team, the Eagles still appear to be the best group, writes @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social in his NFC midseason report cards ✍️ www.si.com/nfl/2025-nfc...

2025 NFC Midseason Report Cards: One Team Grades Above the Rest

Seattle looks to be a Super Bowl contender, while Washington continues to flail. Plus, how the Eagles stack up against the rest of the conference.

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November 5, 2025 at 2:28 PM

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In @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social’s Week 10 Fact or Fiction:
🏈 A Kyler Murray–Tua Tagovailoa swap?
🏈 Should the Bills have traded for a WR?
🏈 Should the Browns have dealt Myles Garrett?
🏈 Chargers are no longer Super Bowl contenders
🏈 More

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Why a Kyler Murray–Tua Tagovailoa QB Swap Makes Sense

Both quarterbacks could use a change of scenery. Plus, the Browns did the right thing holding onto Myles Garrett in this week’s fact or fiction.

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November 5, 2025 at 6:45 PM

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The Ravens acquired defensive lineman Dre’Mont Jones from the Titans on Monday to aid their quest to return to the playoff picture.
@gilbertomanzano.bsky.social grades the deal from both sides: www.si.com/nfl/ravens-t...

Ravens-Titans Trade Grades: Baltimore Bolsters Defensive Front

The Ravens acquired Dre’Mont Jones from Tennessee, continuing to make moves to get back in the playoff race after their 1–5 start.

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November 4, 2025 at 2:02 AM

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Last year, the NFC North was the league's most top-heavy division. Now, it's a true four-team race after Sunday's results. @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social breaks down the NFL's most wide-open group: www.si.com/nfl/nfc-nort...

NFC North Is Wide Open After Packers, Lions Show Key Weaknesses

The Packers (5–2–1) might be pretenders after losing to the Panthers. The Lions (5–3) don’t appear as mighty as last season. And J.J. McCarthy and Caleb William

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November 3, 2025 at 4:58 PM

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@gilbertomanzano.bsky.social grades the Eagles’ trade for Jaire Alexander www.si.com/nfl/jaire-al...

Jaire Alexander Trade Grades: Eagles Add Depth, but Fit Questions Linger

Philadelphia has now added two players to its already crowded secondary, while Baltimore seems content to move on after finding promise elsewhere.playing for hi

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November 2, 2025 at 12:05 AM

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Lamar Jackson was back in action for the Ravens in Thursday’s win over the Dolphins and though he wasn’t perfect, Baltimore now has a clear path back to the top of the AFC North, @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social writes: www.si.com/nfl/lamar-ja...

Lamar Jackson's Back, and the Ravens Could Be, Too, With An Easy Schedule Ahead

The two-time MVP wasn’t perfect in Thursday’s win over the Dolphins, but his return sets the stage for Baltimore to begin its climb back in the AFC North race.

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October 31, 2025 at 3:42 AM

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@gilbertomanzano.bsky.social ranks the top 15 players available at the NFL trade deadline, including a couple of game-wreckers on defense: www.si.com/nfl/ranking-...

Ranking the Top 15 Players Available at the NFL Trade Deadline

If you’re a Cowboys fan who was disappointed to hear about the Raiders reportedly not being willing to trade star edge rusher Maxx Crosby, fear not: There is st

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October 28, 2025 at 8:28 PM

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With the trade deadline fast approaching, @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social breaks down why the aging Steelers should look to get rid of some key players—despite their place in the standings: www.si.com/nfl/why-firs...

Why the First-Place Steelers Should Be Trade Deadline Sellers

I gotta admit, I find this time of year annoying because there’s rampant speculation about potential star players possibly being moved before the trade deadline

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October 29, 2025 at 1:24 PM

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Tuesday night trades‼️

Grades from @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social ✍️

Kyle Dugger to the Steelers ➡️ www.si.com/nfl/patriots...

Keion White to the 49ers ➡️ www.si.com/nfl/49ers-pa...

Patriots-Steelers Trade Grades: Pittsburgh Adds Versatile Safety to Its Defense

Kyle Dugger was viewed as a possible cut candidate after he was demoted to the second team during the preseason.

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October 29, 2025 at 2:54 AM

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Ranking the Top 15 Players Available at the NFL Trade Deadline

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Ranking the Top 15 Players Available at the NFL Trade Deadline

If you’re a Cowboys fan who was disappointed to hear about the Raiders reportedly not being willing to trade star edge rusher Maxx Crosby, fear not: There is st

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October 28, 2025 at 6:58 PM

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Story on why the Bears are determined to move forward with their stadium suburb plans and why the Commanders went all in to return to the city.

Quotes from Jerry Jones, lawmakers and stadium consultants

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Bears and Commanders State Their Cases for Suburban and Urban Stadiums

Jerry Jones has made billions from turning the iconic Dallas Cowboys brand into vivid experiences. Even a simple phone call with Jones can be quite the experien

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October 28, 2025 at 6:57 PM

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While there are many benefits to having a new NFL stadium, @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social looks at the Bears and Commanders to detail how complex it can be to get new facility plans off the ground: www.si.com/nfl/bears-co...

Bears and Commanders State Their Cases for Suburban and Urban Stadiums

Jerry Jones has made billions from turning the iconic Dallas Cowboys brand into vivid experiences. Even a simple phone call with Jones can be quite the experien

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October 28, 2025 at 2:46 PM

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A well-reported piece from @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social on the issue of teams looking to build stadiums in cities vs. suburbs. He spoke to everyone from Jerry Jones to a local IL politician to the mayor of DC. www.si.com/nfl/bears-commanders-state-their-cases-suburban-urban-stadiums

Bears and Commanders State Their Cases for Suburban and Urban Stadiums

Jerry Jones has made billions from turning the iconic Dallas Cowboys brand into vivid experiences. Even a simple phone call with Jones can be quite the experien

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October 28, 2025 at 3:16 PM

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The Commanders are the NFL’s most disappointing team, writes @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social www.si.com/nfl/commande...

Commanders Are the NFL’s Most Disappointing Team

Washington was routed 28–7 by the Chiefs on Monday night to fall to 3–5 on the season and has minimal draft capital to improve its outlook.

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October 28, 2025 at 4:53 AM

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Week 8 lessons from @gilbertomanzano.bsky.social:
🏈 Mike McDaniel’s job security
🏈 Patriots are legitimate contenders
🏈 Broncos answer questions
🏈 More

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Why It’s Not Over for Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel and Tua Tagovailoa

The quarterback bought his coach some time after his four-touchdown performance. Plus, the Patriots are legitimate contenders in what we learned in Week 8.

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October 28, 2025 at 1:13 AM

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@gilbertomanzano.bsky.social talks to a couple of oddsmakers in Vegas, who express frustration about the late change to Lamar Jackson’s injury status www.si.com/nfl/las-vega...