How to watch NFL football: 2026 AFC and NFC Championship games

The NFL’s final four teams clash in the conference championship games with a trip to Super Bowl LX at stake this weekend.

New England Patriots beat Houston Texans 28-16 to advance to the 2026 AFC Championship Game

The New England Patriots advanced to the AFC Championship Game by defeating the Houston Texans 28-16, overcoming a turnover-heavy game behind a dominant defense and key fourth-quarter scoring.

Texans star Azeez al-Shaair fined for pro-Palestinian message on eye black: report

ESPN reported Sunday morning that al-Shaair was fined $11,593 for wearing a "personal message," which violated the league's uniform and equipment rules.

Falcons hire Kevin Stefanski as 20th head coach in franchise history

The Atlanta Falcons hired Kevin Stefanski as head coach. The two-time NFL Coach of the Year joins Atlanta after five seasons with the Cleveland Browns.

Falcons' vacant head coach job ranks 4th most desirable in new index

The Atlanta Falcons' open head coaching position is the fourth-most-desirable in the NFL, according to a new model that scores each job based on six core categories.

How to watch NFL football: 2026 Divisional playoffs

The postseason action heats up as the top seeds from each conference take center stage as they begin their journey towards a Super Bowl run.

Stephen A. Smith mistakenly confuses Texans player with Charlie Kirk

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith immediately apologized on-air after accidentally confusing Houston Texans wide receiver Christian Kirk with late conservative activist Charlie Kirk during analysis of the Texans' playoff victory.

Matt Ryan returns to Falcons as President of Football

Atlanta Falcons legend Matt Ryan has returned to the franchise as the President of Football, where he will lead the search for a new head coach and general manager.

Greg Beadles named president, CEO of Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons are entering a sweeping new era of leadership after the team fired head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot.

Falcons edge Saints 19-17 as Carolina Panthers clinch NFC South title

The Atlanta Falcons defeated the New Orleans Saints 19-17, a result that eliminated the Saints and clinched the NFC South division title for the Carolina Panthers.

3 years after suffering cardiac arrest, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin continues CPR awareness campaign

Three years ago, an NFL game between the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals turned into a gut-retching moment when Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed. Since then, Hamlin has made it his mission to increase awareness of CPR.

Rise Up Tonight | Week 18 2025 Season
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Ahead of the Falcons’ final primetime game of the year, players made stylish entrances for Monday Night Football, mixing comfort and confidence with looks that matched performances, including a rookie’s understated fit and a record-breaking night to follow.

How to watch NFL football: Week 18

As we kick off the new year, teams are fighting for division titles and number one seeds entering the final week of the regular season.

Fashion meets football in Falcons primetime walk
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Ahead of the Falcons’ final primetime game of the year, players made stylish entrances for Monday Night Football, mixing comfort and confidence with looks that matched performances, including a rookie’s understated fit and a record-breaking night to follow.

Viral sensation Hood Anchor goes In The Nest
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Atlanta’s viral “Hood Anchor” joins the Falcons’ In The Nest to explain how an accidental start turned into a full-time passion, blending humor, authenticity, and real-time community reporting that has caught the attention of the Falcons and fans across the city.