NFL divisional round picks: Vikings had more in common with Seahawks, Broncos than you might think
NFL’s No. 1 seeds built their identities on defense, not superhuman QB play.
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January 13, 2026
Kevin O’Connell says Vikings have been ‘really aggressive’ in push to retain DC Brian Flores
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RandBall: Is this the end for Aaron Rodgers ... or just the beginning?
The Steelers’ season ended Monday with a playoff loss to the Texans. What comes next for Aaron Rodgers, and whether it might involve the Vikings, is anyone’s guess.
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Texans stifle Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers 30-6 for franchise's 1st road playoff win
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RandBall: Justin Herbert fizzles while Abbey Murphy sizzles
An NFL playoff weekend full of takeaways and an unbelievable goal set up by the Gophers’ Abbey Murphy highlight today’s 10 things to know.AuthoredMichael Rand
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Maye throws late TD pass and Patriots' defense roughs up Herbert, Chargers in 16-3 playoff win
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Josh Allen carries Bills to 27-24 win at Jags for Buffalo's first road playoff victory in 33 years
Josh Allen took a pounding and doled out punishment — looking every bit like the reigning MVP.
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Purdy, 49ers eliminate defending Super Bowl champion Eagles with 23-19 win in wild-card game
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