The New York Times – Sports:
The team and its heralded quarterback finished the 2022 season with a losing record and one of the most disorganized offenses in the N.F.L. Its new head coach has brought order, and an early controversy.
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Two Backup Quarterbacks and the Relentless N.F.L. Narrative Machine
The New York Times – Sports:
With so many players and a limited, high-stakes schedule, the N.F.L. is one of the best leagues at producing compelling story lines. Like those of Brock Purdy and Geno Smith.
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Geno Smith Isn’t the Only Reason the Seahawks Are Riding a Mile High
The New York Times – Sports:
A new offensive system, a resurgent quarterback, and a stellar draft class have the Seahawks soaring in the N.F.C. West.
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Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers Look to Rebound From Bad Starts
The New York Times – Sports:
Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson and Matt Ryan have been among the N.F.L.’s most successful quarterbacks over the past 15 years. Their disappointing starts this season are unique in their own ways.
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The Existential Horror of Thursday Night Football
The New York Times – Sports:
On the whole, the N.F.L.’s Thursday night games aren’t statistically worse than the rest of the schedule and draw more viewers than “Young Sheldon.” So why do they get such a bad rap?
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The Chasm Between AFC and NFC Teams Seems Huge — for Now
The New York Times – Sports:
Led by offenses both expected (the Bills and Ravens) and surprising (the Jaguars), A.F.C. teams have dominated early-season scoring while perennial N.F.C. contenders have shown their age.
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Broncos Coach Nathaniel Hackett: ‘I Would Be Booing Myself’
The New York Times – Sports:
For the second week in a row, Denver fans were left scratching their heads about Nathaniel Hackett’s play-calling and time management.
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Russell Wilson’s Return to Seattle Ends in Loss
The New York Times – Sports:
Wilson connected on big passing plays in his return to Seattle, but miscues from the Broncos’ running backs — and a hearty effort from his Seahawks replacement — spoiled his revenge game.
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Russell Wilson Spreads His Football Gospel to the Broncos
The New York Times – Sports:
With a picture-perfect family, a Super Bowl-caliber team and Michael Jordan’s trainer at his side, the star quarterback is back to spreading football intensity — with a smile.