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Drew Magary

circa 1885: A couple of men playing a leisurely game of chess. The photo is in black in white. The men are dressed in suits. One of them is also petting a dog.

This Is So Stupid

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Brian Daboll stands on the sideline during New York's blowout loss.

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Michael Kay Apologizes For Ripping Brian Daboll Over Child’s Birthday Celebration

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A New York Jets fan looks on from the crowd during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at MetLife Stadium on Saturday, August 19, 2023, in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

For Jets Fans, Disaster Is The Only Love Language

Jim Trotter smiles during a media appearance.

Jim Trotter’s Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Makes Working For NFL Network Sound Like A Nightmare

Israel Daramola

A screenshot of the Manningcast reacting to Aaaron Rodgers's injury

The Manningcast Was The Perfect Companion To That Insane Jets Game

Lauren Theisen

Josh Allen Was The Problem

Tom Ley

Aaron Rodgers sits on the turf during an NFL football game between the New York Jets and the Buffalo Bills, Monday, Sept. 11, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J.

Aaron Rodgers Is Broken And The Jets Are Back In The Mud

I Will Have No Idea Whether Jordan Love Is Good Until He Plays Not The Bears

A member of the Washington Commanders cheer squad celebrates a touchdown during the NFL game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Washington Commanders on September 10, 2023 at Fed Ex Field in Landover, MD.

The Washington Commanders Played A Football Game And Dan Snyder Had Nothing To Do With It

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Dan McQuade

FOXBOROUGH, MA - SEPTEMBER 10: Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Darius Slay (2) takes an interception to the house during a game between the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles on September 10, 2023, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Eagles Suffer Unbearable Victory

Barry Petchesky

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 10: Mark Glowinski #64 of the New York Giants recovers a fumble during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium on September 10, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

The Giants’ Flaws Are Obvious: They Don’t Have Enough Captains

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 10: Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars throws a pass in the second half of a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 10, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Jaguars Junction: Week 1

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after running for a first down in the fourth quarter of a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on September 10, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

The Steelers Stink!

Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions celebrates their 21-20 win over the Kansas City Chiefs

Holy Shit! Look At The Goddamn Lions!

A Big Honking TV Is Family

Samer Kalaf

Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon

The Search Continues For A Single Reason To Believe In Jonathan Gannon

Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys warms up prior to a game against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Santa Clara, California.

Dak Prescott Finally Ready To Win Super Bowl After Learning Tactical Breathing Maneuvers From Ex-Navy SEALs

In this handout image provided by the Kansas City Chiefs, Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs pose during the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LVII Ring Ceremony at Union Station on June 15, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Why Your Team Sucks 2023: Kansas City Chiefs

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni speaks in a post-game interview after Super Bowl LVII between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, February 12th, 2023 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ.

Why Your Team Sucks 2023: Philadelphia Eagles

Head Coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers in the locker room before the NFC Wild Card playoff game against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium on January 14, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. The 49ers defeated the Seahawks 41-23.

Why Your Team Sucks 2023: San Francisco 49ers

Show Us Your Fantasy Football Team

Joe Burrow walks off the field during the AFC Championship NFL football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo.

Why Your Team Sucks 2023: Cincinnati Bengals

Jonathan Gannon scratching his head, asking: "Who took the bus?"

Jonathan Gannon’s Gut Might Need A Little More Fire

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) is sacked by Detroit Lions linebacker James Houston (59) during a regular season NFL football game between the Buffalo Bills and the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving Day on November 24, 2022 at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan.

Why Your Team Sucks 2023: Buffalo Bills

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A Minnesota Vikings fan with a painted face and a goofy horned helmet looks contemplative/despondent during the team's loss to the New York Giants in the 2023 NFC Wild Card game.

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