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<td>C Nick Richards</td>
<td> G Josh Okogie</td>
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<td>2nd-round pick (2025 DEN)</td>
<td> 2nd-round pick (2026 DEN)</td>
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<td>2nd-round pick (2031 DEN)</td>
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<td>2nd-round pick (2031)</td>
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<td>G D'Angelo Russell</td>
<td>F Dorian Finney-Smith</td>
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<td>F Maxwell Lewis</td>
<td>G Shake Milton</td>
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<td>2nd-round pick (2027)</td>
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<td>2nd-round pick (2030)</td>
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<td>G De'Anthony Melton</td>
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<td>G Reece Beekman</td>
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<p>Wayne Gretzky's record of 894 career goals was once thought to be unbreakable, but Alex Ovechkin had other ideas. </p><p>The Washington Capitals superstar has scored at a prodigious rate throughout his 20-year NHL career, and he now sits just 20 goals from passing The Great One's all-time mark.</p><p>With the record firmly in Ovi's sights, we'll be tracking his chase the rest of the way.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3>20 goals to go</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">He's now just 20 goal away from breaking the record! 📝<br><br>Absolutely incredible! <a href="https://t.co/LxFZDbXBVx">pic.twitter.com/LxFZDbXBVx</a></p>— NHL (@NHL) <a href="https://twitter.com/NHL/status/1882666063852102001?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 24, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p><strong>Goal No. 875</strong><br><strong>When: </strong>Jan. 23, 2025<br><strong>Where: </strong>Climate Pledge Arena<br><strong>Opponent: </strong>Seattle Kraken<br><strong>Opposing goalie: </strong>Empty-net goal</p><p>Ovechkin pulled within 20 of passing Gretzky with an empty-netter to seal Washington's 3-0 victory in Seattle. It's the 62nd such goal of his career, already the most of all time.</p><h3>21 goals to go</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">874.<br><br>ALEX OVECHKIN IS 21 GOALS AWAY FROM WAYNE GRETZKY'S RECORD! <a href="https://t.co/v6IE9z0FWX">pic.twitter.com/v6IE9z0FWX</a></p>— TSN (@TSN_Sports) <a href="https://twitter.com/TSN_Sports/status/1880082301943448000?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 17, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p><strong>Goal No. 874</strong><br><strong>When: </strong>Jan. 16, 2025<br><strong>Where: </strong>Canadian Tire Centre<br><strong>Opponent: </strong>Ottawa Senators<br><strong>Opposing goalie: </strong>Leevi Merilainen</p><p>Ovechkin sunk the Senators with a wicked wrister to move within 21 goals of Gretzky. The Capitals icon <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3192010" href="https://thescore.com/news/3192010">made history</a> with this tally, scoring on the 179th netminder of his career to break his tie with Jaromir Jagr for the all-time record.</p><h3>22 goals to go</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">22 TO GO! 🚨<br><br>Alex Ovechkin has his 20th goal of the season and is 22 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record! <a href="https://t.co/FFKtQXF4Ih">pic.twitter.com/FFKtQXF4Ih</a></p>— NHL (@NHL) <a href="https://twitter.com/NHL/status/1878287560528523513?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p><strong>Goal No. 873</strong><br><strong>When: </strong>Jan. 11, 2025<br><strong>Where: </strong>Bridgestone Arena<br><strong>Opponent: </strong>Nashville Predators<br><strong>Opposing goalie: </strong>Empty-net goal</p><p>Ovechkin blocked a shot late in regulation and cruised to goal No. 873 with a sweat-free finish to seal a victory for the Capitals. Although it was an empty-netter, the marker was significant: Ovi <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3184097" href="https://thescore.com/news/3184097">joined Gordie Howe</a> on the exclusive list of players to record 20 straight 20-goal seasons.</p><h3>23 goals to go</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">ONE GOAL CLOSER TO HISTORY! OVECHKIN IS 23 AWAY! <br><br>📺: ABC &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/ESPNPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ESPNPlus</a> ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/S5tPrXCygm">https://t.co/S5tPrXCygm</a> <a href="https://t.co/puEAWZFLYr">pic.twitter.com/puEAWZFLYr</a></p>— NHL (@NHL) <a href="https://twitter.com/NHL/status/1875631396187689389?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p><strong>Goal No. 872</strong><br><strong>When:</strong> Jan. 4, 2025<br><strong>Where:</strong> Capital One Arena<br><strong>Opponent:</strong> New York Rangers<br><strong>Opposing goalie:</strong> Jonathan Quick</p><p>Ovechkin came back from a 16-game absence due to a broken fibula and picked up right where he left off. He scored his fourth goal in the five contests after his return by tucking one just under Jonathan Quick's pad. The tally gave the Capitals a 5-3 lead and would stand as the game-winner in Washington's 7-4 victory, the 133rd game-winning goal of the Russian's magnificent career.</p><h3>24 goals to go</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">ALEX OVECHKIN 🦅<br><br>He only needs 24 more goals to pass Wayne Gretzky! <a href="https://t.co/FqKGxbTDVL">pic.twitter.com/FqKGxbTDVL</a></p>— NHL (@NHL) <a href="https://twitter.com/NHL/status/1874993970717102485?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p><strong>Goal No. 871<br>When:</strong> Jan. 2, 2025<br><strong>Where:</strong> Capital One Arena<br><strong>Opponent:</strong> Minnesota Wild<br><strong>Opposing goalie:</strong> Marc-Andre Fleury</p><p>Ovechkin beat Marc-Andre Fleury, his longtime rival, with a long-range wrister late in the second period of Washington's first game of 2025. It was Ovechkin's 28th career goal on Fleury, marking the most he's scored against any netminder. Fleury would get the last laugh, though: The Wild earned a 4-3 shootout victory.</p><h3>25 goals to go</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Another goal closer for the Gr8! 🚨 <a href="https://t.co/2oAIHfdLDX">pic.twitter.com/2oAIHfdLDX</a></p>— NHL (@NHL) <a href="https://twitter.com/NHL/status/1873500323295146474?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p><strong>Goal No. 870<br>When:</strong> Dec. 29, 2024<br><strong>Where:</strong> Little Caesars Arena<br><strong>Opponent:</strong> Detroit Red Wings<br><strong>Opposing goalie:</strong> Alex Lyon</p><p>Ovechkin got closer to passing Gretzky's all-time mark in the final days of 2024. He ripped a snap one-timer from the faceoff circle in the first period, though the Red Wings took a 4-1 lead after the frame en route to a 4-2 victory.</p>

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<p>With the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame class set to be announced Tuesday, 14 of theScore's news editors submitted mock ballots revealing which players they believe are worthy of enshrinement in Cooperstown. We also have the <a href="#User%20ballot">results of our user ballot</a> at the bottom of the article.</p><h3>Inducted</h3><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<td>Ichiro Suzuki</td>
<td>14</td>
<td>100%</td>
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<td>CC Sabathia</td>
<td>12</td>
<td>86%</td>
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<td>Billy Wagner</td>
<td>12</td>
<td>86%</td>
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<td>Andruw Jones</td>
<td>11</td>
<td>78%</td>
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</table></div></figure><p>We elected four members to Cooperstown, with Ichiro the lone player on the ballot to receive 14 votes. Sabathia also gets elected in his first year on our ballot, while Wagner and Jones join this year's class after each falling one vote short on our ballots last winter.</p><h3>Missed the cut</h3><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<th>Players</th>
<th>Votes</th>
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<td>Carlos Beltrán</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>71%</td>
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<td>Alex Rodriguez</td>
<td>9</td>
<td>64%</td>
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<td>Manny Ramirez</td>
<td>9</td>
<td>64%</td>
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<td>Félix Hernández</td>
<td>7</td>
<td>50%</td>
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<td>Chase Utley</td>
<td>6</td>
<td>43%</td>
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<td>Bobby Abreu</td>
<td>6</td>
<td>43%</td>
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<td>Andy Pettitte</td>
<td>3</td>
<td>21%</td>
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<td>Russell Martin</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>7%</td>
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<td>Dustin Pedroia</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>7%</td>
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<td>Ian Kinsler</td>
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<td>Carlos González</td>
<td>0%</td>
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<td>Curtis Granderson</td>
<td>0%</td>
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<td>Torii Hunter</td>
<td>0%</td>
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<td>Adam Jones</td>
<td>0%</td>
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<td>Brian McCann</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hanley Ramirez</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fernando Rodney</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Francisco Rodríguez</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jimmy Rollins</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Troy Tulowitzki</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Omar Vizquel</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Wright</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Zobrist</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><h3><a id="User ballot" name="User%20ballot">Results from our user ballot</a></h3><p>Our users elected Ichiro as the lone member of their 2025 class after not electing anyone last year. </p><p>Thanks for participating. We received 10,370 ballots. Check out the full results below. 👇</p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Players</th>
<th>Votes</th>
<th>Percentage</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Ichiro Suzuki</strong></td>
<td><strong>9203</strong></td>
<td><strong>89%</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td> </td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CC Sabathia</td>
<td>5988</td>
<td>58%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Manny Ramirez</td>
<td>5533</td>
<td>53% ⬆️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andruw Jones</td>
<td>5419</td>
<td>52% ⬇️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Rodriguez</td>
<td>5225</td>
<td>50% ⬆️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Billy Wagner</td>
<td>4687</td>
<td>45% ⬆️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andy Pettitte</td>
<td>4088</td>
<td>39% ⬆️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Carlos Beltrán</td>
<td>3912</td>
<td>38% ⬆️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Félix Hernández</td>
<td>3530</td>
<td>34% </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dustin Pedroia</td>
<td>2752</td>
<td>27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Omar Vizquel</td>
<td>2129</td>
<td>21% ⬆️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chase Utley</td>
<td>2062</td>
<td>20%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bobby Abreu</td>
<td>1915</td>
<td>18% ⬆️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Torii Hunter</td>
<td>1877</td>
<td>18% ⬆️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jimmy Rollins</td>
<td>1784</td>
<td>17% ⬇️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Buehrle</td>
<td>1747</td>
<td>17% ⬇️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Wright</td>
<td>1597</td>
<td>15%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell Martin</td>
<td>936</td>
<td>9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Troy Tulowitzki</td>
<td>829</td>
<td>8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Francisco Rodríguez</td>
<td>825</td>
<td>8% ⬇️</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Curtis Granderson</td>
<td>707</td>
<td>7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian McCann</td>
<td>474</td>
<td>5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Jones</td>
<td>385</td>
<td>4% </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ian Kinsler</td>
<td>373</td>
<td>4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Zobrist</td>
<td>373</td>
<td>4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Carlos González</td>
<td>301</td>
<td>3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hanley Ramirez</td>
<td>253</td>
<td>2%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fernando Rodney</td>
<td>167</td>
<td>2%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure>

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - APRIL 15: Ichiro Suzuki﻿ throws the ceremonial first pitch during Seattle’s home opener between the Mariners and the Houston Astros at T-Mobile Park on Friday, April 15, 2022 in Seattle, Washington. Ichiro will be inducted into the Seattle Mariners Hall of Fame in August.

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<p>With the 2024-25 campaign now in its second half, here's a look at the 10 players who are making the strongest case for the NBA's most prestigious individual accolade.</p><p><em>The NBA's 65-game minimum for end-of-season awards means some stars are already ruled out, such as Joel Embiid, Luka Doncic, and Ja Morant.</em></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="MVP RANKINGS: N JOKIC (Copy) (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-WTBEc" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/WTBEc/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="68" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><em>Previous: Not Ranked </em></p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>GP</th>
<th>FG%</th>
<th>3PT%</th>
<th>FT%</th>
<th>REB</th>
<th>AST</th>
<th>PTS</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>39</td>
<td>60.5</td>
<td>48.4</td>
<td>76.7</td>
<td>14.2</td>
<td>6.3</td>
<td>20.8</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Sabonis has been fantastic for a surging Sacramento Kings squad that has only lost once<strong> </strong>in 2025. De'Aaron Fox is the team's leading scorer, but he has a negative on-off differential per 100 possessions (minus-4). Sabonis, on the other hand, is in the league's 95th percentile; Sacramento is plus-9.4 per 100 possessions when he's on the court.</p><p>It's uncommon to find a big man who can score, create for others, and rebound at a high level. Sabonis, the Association's leading rebounder, is elite at all three. Only three players are averaging at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists per game this season - Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Sabonis.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="MVP RANKINGS: N JOKIC (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-RteOh" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/RteOh/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="81" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><em>Previous: Not Ranked</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>GP</th>
<th>FG%</th>
<th>3PT%</th>
<th>FT%</th>
<th>REB</th>
<th>AST</th>
<th>PTS</th>
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<td>40</td>
<td>49</td>
<td>34.4</td>
<td>77.6</td>
<td>6.3</td>
<td>2.1</td>
<td>22.6</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Jackson is a steadfast force for the Grizzlies. Ja Morant missed his 18th game Friday, which means the guard won't reach the 65-game award minimum. Jackson, meanwhile, has been more than just available; he's been dominant at both ends. The 25-year-old is averaging a career-best and team-high 22.6 points on slightly lower usage (28.4%) than last year (30.2%), and he's pairing a personal-best 1.5 steals per game with 1.7 blocks.</p><p>It isn't a stretch to say the former Defensive Player of the Year is a bigger factor in Memphis' success this season than anyone else. He's one of just two Grizzlies to play over 1,000 minutes this season, and the team's net rating is at its second worst (4.1) when he sits.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="MVP RANKINGS: N JOKIC (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-XS0Qu" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/XS0Qu/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="81" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><em>Previous: Not Ranked</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>GP</th>
<th>FG%</th>
<th>3PT%</th>
<th>FT%</th>
<th>REB</th>
<th>AST</th>
<th>PTS</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>36</td>
<td>47.3</td>
<td>35.4</td>
<td>84.5</td>
<td>10.8</td>
<td>3.7</td>
<td>24.4</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Wembanyama is the front-runner in the race for Most Improved Player due to his stellar defensive play. He leads the league in total blocks (144) and blocks per game (4) by a wide margin and recently won the NBA's new Defensive Player of the Month award. The 21-year-old is also the first player this century to average more than four swats and <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/leaders/blk_per_g_season.html">holds</a> the 15th-highest figure in a single season.</p><p>The Spurs are continuing to let Wembanyama experiment offensively, allowing him to handle the ball and create opportunities for himself and teammates instead of using him in a defined role. The French phenom will only become more versatile with time - a truly alarming thought for opposing teams.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="MVP RANKINGS: GILGEOUS-ALEXANDER (Copy) (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-OvzH9" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/OvzH9/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="81" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><em>Previous: 8</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<th>GP</th>
<th>FG%</th>
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<td>37</td>
<td>52</td>
<td>31.8</td>
<td>78.4</td>
<td>11.8</td>
<td>3.5</td>
<td>25.6</td>
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</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>It's hard to overstate how much work Davis has to do to fill the holes in the Los Angeles Lakers' porous defense. Austin Reaves, Dalton Knecht, and the recently traded D'Angelo Russell deserve some of the blame, but the No. 1 culprit is LeBron James. The 40-year-old's minus-9.2 is the fifth-worst plus-minus per 100 possessions in the NBA (minimum 600 minutes played).</p><p>Davis is third in the Association with 2.2 blocks per game. Only Wembanyama and Dyson Daniels boast more stocks (steals plus blocks) per game than Davis' average of 3.5, and the 31-year-old continues to improve his efficiency on the offensive side of the court. He's averaging the second-highest 2-point field-goal percentage of his career to go along with his best assist rate (17%) since he joined the Lakers in 2019.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="MVP RANKINGS: J BRUNSON (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-cHPCn" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/cHPCn/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="81" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><em>Previous: 7 </em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<th>GP</th>
<th>FG%</th>
<th>3PT%</th>
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<tbody>
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<td>38</td>
<td>55</td>
<td>44.9</td>
<td>83.6</td>
<td>13.9</td>
<td>3.3</td>
<td>25.4</td>
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</table></div></figure><p>The self-proclaimed "greatest shooting big man of all time" is certainly living up to the moniker this season. Towns is on pace to become the only 7-footer in league history to shoot over 44% from downtown over the course of a season with at least four attempts per game.</p><p>But the remainder of Towns' game is also evolving after he moved to NYC in the offseason. The 29-year-old is the NBA's second-leading rebounder, and his 2.6 turnovers per game are the fewest since his junior season in 2017-18. Towns' contribution to the team becomes most apparent when he's absent from New York's lineup - the 27-16 Knicks possess a 2-3 record in the five games without the former No. 1 pick and are a combined minus-27 in those contests.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="MVP RANKINGS: J TATUM (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-qza9z" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/qza9z/5/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="81" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><em>Previous: 5</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<th>GP</th>
<th>FG%</th>
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<td>39</td>
<td>45.9</td>
<td>35.8</td>
<td>79.9</td>
<td>9.3</td>
<td>5.4</td>
<td>27.7</td>
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</table></div></figure><p>Something has been bogging down the Celtics' shooting since the new year, including Tatum's. He was knocking down just 30.9% of his team-high 9.7 long-range attempts per game until Friday, when he went 4-for-9 against the Orlando Magic. However, the troubles returned immediately in their next game against the Atlanta Hawks. Tatum went 7-for-21 from the field and 2-of-9 from three as Boston fell in overtime.</p><p>But despite his shooting troubles, Tatum is still averaging 25.6 points, 8.3 rebounds, five assists, and 1.4 steals per game in January. Those numbers are helping the Celtics stay within touching distance of the Cavs and above the mess beneath them in the East standings.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="MVP RANKINGS: D MITCHELL (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-qUMDI" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/qUMDI/6/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="81" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><em>Previous: 6</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>GP</th>
<th>FG%</th>
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<td>39</td>
<td>44.6</td>
<td>40.1</td>
<td>82.6</td>
<td>4.5</td>
<td>4.5</td>
<td>23.1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>The offensive engine of the league's best team deserves some recognition for MVP. Donovan Mitchell remains potent despite averaging the fewest amount of points since his rookie season. His improved shot selection is contributing to the team's success and allowing Darius Garland and Evan Mobley to focus on scoring.</p><p>What's holding him back from the top three are his performances against the Western Conference's best team. Mitchell averaged 9.5 points, four rebounds, and three assists while shooting 19% from the field in two contests against the Oklahoma City Thunder.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="MVP RANKINGS: G ANTETOKOUNMPO (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-eRpOj" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/eRpOj/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="84" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><em>Previous: 2</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<th>GP</th>
<th>FG%</th>
<th>3PT%</th>
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</thead>
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<td>35</td>
<td>60.5</td>
<td>15.4</td>
<td>58.7</td>
<td>12</td>
<td>6</td>
<td>31.5</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>Antetokounmpo is flying under the radar in the MVP conversation. He's averaging more points per game than Nikola Jokic and as many as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the league’s leading scorer.</p><p>The Greek Freak finds himself taking on more offensive responsibility, as only one other player on the team is averaging more than 13.3 points – Damian Lillard, who looks more comfortable in his second full season in Milwaukee. Antetokounmpo's scoring allowed the Bucks to recover from a 2-8 start to the season and is driving his MVP campaign.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="MVP RANKINGS: N JOKIC (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-Ii8V8" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/Ii8V8/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="81" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><em>Previous: 1</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<td>36</td>
<td>56.1</td>
<td>47.1</td>
<td>80.6</td>
<td>13.2</td>
<td>9.9</td>
<td>30.1</td>
</tr>
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</table></div></figure><p>How can you sum up the two-time reigning MVP's performance this season without repeating yourself? Here's one way - he's the only player in the NBA to rank in the top three<strong> </strong>in points (third, 30.1), rebounds (third, 13.2), and assists (second, 9.9) per game. No player has ever led all three categories by season's end, but Jokic is showing it can be done.</p><p>It's bewildering how much worse the Nuggets are without him on the court. They understandably regress offensively when he sits, but their defensive rating also suffers each time he's on the bench. Jokic has never been regarded as an elite defensive big, but he's providing irreplaceable value for Denver at <em>both </em>ends this season.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="MVP RANKINGS: GILGEOUS-ALEXANDER (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-LgpHR" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/LgpHR/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="84" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
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<td>41</td>
<td>53.2</td>
<td>35</td>
<td>90</td>
<td>5.3</td>
<td>6.1</td>
<td>31.5</td>
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</table></div></figure><p>At some point, we need to reward the most impactful player on the NBA's most dominant team. It's why Gilgeous-Alexander has leapfrogged Jokic and Antetokounmpo for the No. 1 spot in our MVP rankings. </p><p>The Thunder are smothering teams with their defense, and Gilgeous-Alexander has been elite on that end of the floor. Opponents are shooting a measly 40.8% when being guarded by the two-time All-Star.</p><p>The Kentucky product is also the straw that stirs Oklahoma's offense. Gilgeous-Alexander is the NBA's leading scorer and is averaging nearly 11 more points than his closest teammate (Jalen Williams is scoring 20.6 points per game). The 6-foot-6 guard does most of his damage inside the paint. He leads the league with 21.3 drives per contest and is shooting 71.6% within five feet of the rim. To put that into context, Shaquille O'Neal shot 71.7% around the rim during his 1999-00 MVP season with the Los Angeles Lakers.</p>

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Cleveland Cavaliers (34-5)</a></h3><p><em>Previous: </em>2</p><p>In the battle of multi-game winning streaks, it was Cleveland ending Oklahoma City's run of 15 straight victories. Nearly 80% of the Cavs' wins have come during their two winning streaks, a sign of complete dominance.</p><h3><a id="OKC" name="OKC">2. Oklahoma City Thunder (33-6)</a></h3><p>Previous: 1 </p><p>Despite the loss to the Cavs, OKC still beat two of the East's best teams last week and boasts the league's best defensive rating with an absurd 102.9<strong> </strong>mark. And the Thunder are still missing Chet Holmgren and Alex Caruso.</p><h3><a id="BOS" name="BOS">3. Boston Celtics (28-11)</a></h3><p>Previous: 4</p><p>Joe Mazzulla's men may have left their 3-point shooting in 2024. In six games in the new year, the Celtics are attempting the most threes (43.7) but hitting only 32.8% - the fifth-worst mark in January.</p><h3><a id="HOU" name="HOU">4. Houston Rockets (26-12)</a></h3><p>Previous: 6</p><p>Houston has gone 5-1 in 2025 and jumped into second place in the West. Jalen Green has also caught fire, contributing a team-high 30 points per game on 51.2/45.6/92.3 shooting splits since the calendar flipped.</p><h3><a id="NYK" name="NYK">5. New York Knicks (26-15)</a></h3><p>Previous: 3</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765365/cropped_GettyImages-2191014600.jpg?ts=1736890293" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765365/w220xh124_GettyImages-2191014600.jpg?ts=1736890293 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765365/w320xh180_GettyImages-2191014600.jpg?ts=1736890293 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765365/w640xh360_GettyImages-2191014600.jpg?ts=1736890293 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765365/w768xh432_GettyImages-2191014600.jpg?ts=1736890293 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765365/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2191014600.jpg?ts=1736890293 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Chris Graythen / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>The Knicks' dirty little secret is that they struggle to beat good teams. New York is 1-6 against the NBA's top eight squads and only 12-12 versus clubs with a winning record.</p><h3><a id="MEM" name="MEM">6. Memphis Grizzlies (25-15)</a></h3><p>Previous: 5</p><p>Even with Ja Morant's 16 missed games, the Grizzlies' depth and two-way play have them keeping pace in the conference. Memphis deserves to stay together to see how deep it can go in the playoffs.</p><h3><a id="DEN" name="DEN">7. Denver Nuggets (24-15)</a></h3><p>Previous: 12</p><p>Russell Westbrook has settled into his role with the Nuggets. The former MVP is averaging 16.8 points, 7.4 assists, and 7.5 rebounds since Jan. 1 - Denver is 6-2 in those contests.</p><h3><a id="MIL" name="MIL">8. Milwaukee Bucks (21-17)</a></h3><p>Previous: 10</p><p>The Bucks have found their scoring touch. Three of Milwaukee's rotation players have been shooting above 40% from deep since Dec. 1: Gary Trent Jr. (42.5%), A.J. Green (44.3%), and Taurean Prince (45.7%)</p><h3><a id="DAL" name="DAL">9. Dallas Mavericks (22-18)</a></h3><p>Previous: 7</p><p>Dallas shot just 44.4% in the five games they were without both Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic this month. That was the NBA's ninth-worst percentage over that stretch. Before then, the Mavs were fifth with a 48.2% mark. At least Irving's back now.</p><h3><a id="ORL" name="ORL">10. Orlando Magic (23-18)</a></h3><p>Previous: 8</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765366/cropped_GettyImages-2193067661.jpg?ts=1736890344" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765366/w220xh124_GettyImages-2193067661.jpg?ts=1736890344 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765366/w320xh180_GettyImages-2193067661.jpg?ts=1736890344 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765366/w640xh360_GettyImages-2193067661.jpg?ts=1736890344 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765366/w768xh432_GettyImages-2193067661.jpg?ts=1736890344 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765366/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2193067661.jpg?ts=1736890344 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Gary Bassing / National Basketball Association / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Paulo Banchero showed no signs of rust Friday against the Bucks in his return from a 33-game absence due to a torn oblique, scoring 34 points on 5-of-8 shooting from deep. Do you believe in Magic?</p><h3><a id="LAC" name="LAC">11. Los Angeles Clippers (21-17)</a></h3><p>Previous: 11</p><p>Kawhi Leonard is back. So, too, is Terance Mann. The returns immediately give Ty Lue's roster much-needed depth. Since Dec. 21, the Clippers <a href="https://www.nba.com/stats/teams/advanced?DateFrom=12/21/2024&amp;DateTo=01/05/2025&amp;Season=2024-25&amp;SeasonType=Regular%20Season&amp;StarterBench=Bench&amp;dir=D&amp;sort=NET_RATING">bench</a> has been tied for the seventh-worst in the league with a minus-2.1<strong> </strong>net rating.</p><h3><a id="IND" name="IND">12. Indiana Pacers (22-19)</a></h3><p>Previous: 20</p><p>Tyrese Haliburton's troublesome hamstring issue couldn't have resurfaced at a worse time. The Pacers guard averaged 24.8 points and 10.8 assists while shooting 48.7% from distance in five straight Pacers wins before his early exit Sunday.</p><h3><a id="SAC" name="SAC">13. Sacramento Kings (20-20)</a></h3><p>Previous: 25</p><p>Doug Christie seems to be the key to Sacramento's success. Since the interim coach took over, the Kings have gone 7-1 and are on a seven-game win streak, including impressive wins over the Grizzlies and Celtics.</p><h3><a id="MIA" name="MIA">14. Miami Heat (20-18)</a></h3><p>Previous: 16</p><p>The Heat continue to find ways to win. Even with Jimmy Butler halfway out the door, Tyler Herro has blossomed into an All-Star-caliber player. The 24-year-old is averaging a career-high 24<strong> </strong>points on 46.9% shooting.</p><h3><a id="DET" name="DET">15. Detroit Pistons (21-19)</a></h3><p>Previous: 21</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765363/cropped_GettyImages-2193795388.jpg?ts=1736890119" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765363/w220xh124_GettyImages-2193795388.jpg?ts=1736890119 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765363/w320xh180_GettyImages-2193795388.jpg?ts=1736890119 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765363/w640xh360_GettyImages-2193795388.jpg?ts=1736890119 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765363/w768xh432_GettyImages-2193795388.jpg?ts=1736890119 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765363/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2193795388.jpg?ts=1736890119 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Dustin Satloff / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>The rebuild may finally be over in Detroit. The Pistons are sitting at 21-19 through 40 games, whereas they were at 3-36 last season. This is their first time being .500 or better after Jan. 1 since 2019.</p><h3><a id="MIN" name="MIN">16. Minnesota Timberwolves (21-18)</a></h3><p>Previous: 14</p><p>Monday's win over the Wizards meant the Timberwolves wouldn't alternate between three-game streaks of wins and losses for the first time since mid-December. That's obscure, sure, but it's an indicator of Minnesota's consistently inconsistent play this season.</p><h3><a id="LAL" name="LAL">17. Los Angeles Lakers (20-17)</a></h3><p>Previous: 9</p><p>The Lakers have been relatively mediocre this campaign but can always rely on Anthony Davis and LeBron James. At 40 years old, LeBron recently erupted for 68 points over two games, leading L.A. to consecutive wins on a back-to-back.</p><h3><a id="ATL" name="ATL">18. Atlanta Hawks (20-19)</a></h3><p>Previous: 13</p><p>A New Year's Day loss in Denver started the Hawks' nightmare five-game road trip out West. Atlanta went 1-4 to open 2025, and its minus-13.2 net rating through Monday was only better than the Nets' and Wizards'.</p><h3><a id="SAS" name="SAS">19. San Antonio Spurs (19-19)</a></h3><p>Previous: 17</p><p>San Antonio desperately needs a boost, ranking 18th<strong> </strong>in offensive rating. A player like Zach LaVine could be nice to pair with Victor Wembanyama to challenge for the Spurs' first playoff berth since 2019.</p><h3><a id="PHX" name="PHX">20. Phoenix Suns (19-20)</a></h3><p>Previous: 20</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765367/cropped_GettyImages-2191625388.jpg?ts=1736890528" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765367/w220xh124_GettyImages-2191625388.jpg?ts=1736890528 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765367/w320xh180_GettyImages-2191625388.jpg?ts=1736890528 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765367/w640xh360_GettyImages-2191625388.jpg?ts=1736890528 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765367/w768xh432_GettyImages-2191625388.jpg?ts=1736890528 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765367/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2191625388.jpg?ts=1736890528 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Chris Coduto / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Phoenix is reportedly looking to part ways with Jusuf Nurkic and is interested in Hornets big man Nick Richards. Adding the 27-year-old center would give the league's ninth-worst defense some much-needed rim protection.</p><h3><a id="GSW" name="GSW">21. Golden State Warriors (19-20)</a></h3><p>Previous: 15</p><p>Steve Kerr blamed himself Monday after the Warriors fell below .500 for the first time this season. Overly self-critical or not, Golden State will need to answer some tough questions if a trade-deadline addition can't save its campaign.</p><h3><a id="CHI" name="CHI">22. Chicago Bulls (18-22)</a></h3><p>Previous: 22</p><p>Perpetual mediocrity plagues this Bulls team, but at least LaVine is enjoying an All-Star-caliber campaign with career highs in field goal (52%) and three-point percentage (44%). The trade deadline beckons for Arturas Karnisovas.</p><h3><a id="PHI" name="PHI">23. Philadelphia 76ers (15-23)</a></h3><p>Previous: 19</p><p>Perhaps being the third option on a Joel Embiid-led team is draining. Paul George is having his worst year since his sophomore season in 2011-12, averaging 16.8<strong> </strong>points and 4.7<strong> </strong>assists while shooting 42.1% from the field.</p><h3><a id="POR" name="POR">24. Portland Trail Blazers (13-26)</a></h3><p>Previous: 23</p><p>Signing Jerami Grant has been a disaster for Portland. Grant averages just 15<strong> </strong>points on 38.2/38.2/82 shooting splits and is a team-low minus-9.3 per 100 possessions, arguably hindering the development of the Blazers' young guards.</p><h3><a id="BKN" name="BKN">25. Brooklyn Nets (14-26)</a></h3><p>Previous: 24</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765368/cropped_GettyImages-2192203249.jpg?ts=1736890584" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765368/w220xh124_GettyImages-2192203249.jpg?ts=1736890584 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765368/w320xh180_GettyImages-2192203249.jpg?ts=1736890584 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765368/w640xh360_GettyImages-2192203249.jpg?ts=1736890584 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765368/w768xh432_GettyImages-2192203249.jpg?ts=1736890584 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765368/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2192203249.jpg?ts=1736890584 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Stacy Revere / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>The tanks are back in Brooklyn. Since trading Dennis Schroder to the Warriors, the Nets have lost 11<strong> </strong>of their 15<strong> </strong>contests in hopes of landing their next star in June's draft.</p><h3><a id="UTA" name="UTA">26. Utah Jazz (10-28)</a></h3><p>Previous: 26</p><p>Despite blowing a 13-point fourth-quarter lead, the Jazz snapped a nine-game home losing skid against the Nets to improve their record at the Delta Center to 3-14, the worst mark in the Association. Is that good?</p><h3><a id="CHA" name="CHA">27. Charlotte Hornets (8-28)</a></h3><p>Previous: 27</p><p>Charlotte needs to rein in LaMelo a bit. While the youngest Ball brother has impressive counting stats, he also owns the sixth-highest usage in NBA history (38.3). Meanwhile, the Hornets possess the league's second-worst offensive rating (107.2).</p><h3><a id="NOP" name="NOP">28. New Orleans Pelicans (9-32)</a></h3><p>Previous: 30</p><p>The Pelicans just can't figure things out, as they sit 29th in the NBA. Zion Williamson's suspension for being late to team activities quickly overshadowed his recent return to action.</p><h3><a id="TOR" name="TOR">29. Toronto Raptors (9-31)</a></h3><p>Previous: 29</p><p>The Raptors aren't very good, even when the team's starting lineup is healthy. The five-player unit has a<strong> </strong>net rating of minus-21.8 over 132<strong> </strong>possessions played. Toronto needs this crew to show something positive.</p><h3><a id="WAS" name="WAS">30. Washington Wizards (6-32)</a></h3><p><em>Previous: 28</em></p><p>It's not all doom and gloom in D.C. Sure, the Wizards have lost every game but one<strong> </strong>in the new year, but Alex Sarr has begun to find his footing after a rough start. Washington also has nine picks in the next two drafts.</p>

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Ellis surpassed 33 minutes in a game just once in his 29 contests under Brown. <em>- Thomas Tittley</em></p><h3>Which role player having a great season is flying under the radar?</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764921/cropped_GettyImages-2193313586.jpg?ts=1736689894" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764921/w220xh124_GettyImages-2193313586.jpg?ts=1736689894 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764921/w320xh180_GettyImages-2193313586.jpg?ts=1736689894 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764921/w640xh360_GettyImages-2193313586.jpg?ts=1736689894 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764921/w768xh432_GettyImages-2193313586.jpg?ts=1736689894 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764921/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2193313586.jpg?ts=1736689894 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Luke Hales / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Malik Beasley: </strong>The 28-year-old has bounced around the league over the last four years, but it seems he found a home with the Detroit Pistons. 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However, Pippen got extended playing time down the stretch in 2023-24 with Memphis' roster decimated by injuries, and his strong play earned him a standard four-year contract. The 24-year-old has held a key role in Taylor Jenkins' rotation this season, averaging 10.5 points, 4.8 assists, 3.4 boards, and 1.2 steals across 39 appearances. The Vanderbilt product has provided playmaking, floor-spacing, and defensive intensity, and his steady play at the point has been especially important with Ja Morant sidelined. <em>- Nacion</em></p><p><strong>Josh Hart:</strong><em> </em>Hart is quietly having a career year for the New York Knicks. The versatile wing's average of 14.4 points represents his highest total since the 2021-22 campaign, and he's posting career-high averages in rebounds (9.3), assists (5.5), and steals (1.5). His 361 total rebounds on the season rank higher than players like Victor Wembanyama, Evan Mobley, and LeBron James. With his consistent stat-stuffing performances, Hart is tied for fifth with Giannis Antetokounmpo in triple-doubles with four - two of which came in back-to-back wins over the Wizards and Jazz. The 29-year-old has proven integral to New York's success courtesy of high-energy play and versatility on both ends of the court. - <em>Higney</em></p><h3>Who will be the next coach to get fired?</h3><p><strong>Willie Green</strong>: In Green's fourth year in New Orleans, the Pelicans sit last in the West with an 8-32 record, All-Defensive wing Herb Jones is out for the season, and Zion Williamson - who has only appeared in eight games due to injury - was recently suspended for being late for a flight and multiple team practices. Putting all the organization's eggs in Williamson's basket hasn't worked to this point, and trading for Dejounte Murray hasn't panned out. It seems likely that David Griffin and his front office might axe the 43-year-old head coach in a last-ditch attempt to save their jobs. <em>- Tittley</em></p><p><strong>Steve Kerr:</strong> Kerr began his Warriors tenure by leading the team to four rings in his first 10 campaigns, but the success has waned as the core ages. The team missed the playoffs last season and currently sits at .500,<strong> </strong>going 7-16 in its last 23 outings after beginning the season 12-3. Golden State lacks an offensive punch beyond 36-year-old Stephen Curry - no other player averages over 20 points. Kerr has also struggled to develop Jonathan Kuminga, bouncing him in and out of the starting five multiple times this campaign. With the win-now window rapidly closing as Curry's influence diminishes, the Warriors need a spark - and they're running out of time to find one. <em>- Casciaro</em></p><p><strong>Chauncey Billups:</strong> Portland's virtually in the same place as it was when the team hired Billups four years ago. The Trail Blazers won no more than 31 games with Damian Lillard on the roster and have consistently been among the NBA's worst defensive teams under Billups' watch. First-round draft picks Scoot Henderson and Kris Murray haven't developed as much as desired. What's more, the team's had its share of lackluster efforts this season, including a pair of 40-point losses at home. That's unacceptable, even for a rebuilding club. Billups had more than enough time to turn things around. It'd be in the franchise's best interest to move on. <em>- Nacion</em></p><h3>How can the league improve declining ratings?</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764922/cropped_GettyImages-2182664782.jpg?ts=1736689999" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764922/w220xh124_GettyImages-2182664782.jpg?ts=1736689999 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764922/w320xh180_GettyImages-2182664782.jpg?ts=1736689999 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764922/w640xh360_GettyImages-2182664782.jpg?ts=1736689999 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764922/w768xh432_GettyImages-2182664782.jpg?ts=1736689999 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/764922/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2182664782.jpg?ts=1736689999 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Mitchell Leff / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Shorten the season: </strong>Considered a more radical idea, cutting down the NBA's 82-game slate could increase the league's viewership. The hope would be that fewer contests would limit back-to-backs and extended runs of games, keeping stars in the lineup for home and road fans, as well as maintaining marquee matchups full of top-level talent. Reducing the number of games would increase the importance of every regular-season showing; there would be less time for teams to treat it as a ramp-up period for the playoffs. Despite problems like decreased stadium revenue, shortening the season would ensure elite players stay in games, increasing visibility. - <em>Higney</em></p><p><strong>End the 3-point shooting debate: </strong>A large, vocal portion of social media users - and some mainstream critics - have erroneously claimed that there's no variety in the league and that teams just jack 3-pointers. Are 3-pointers up? Yes. Do all teams play the same way? Absolutely not. Shotmaking, ball-handling, and passing are at all-time highs. 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</script></figure><p>Our editors see the AFC's wild-card round almost identically, with the exception of one Steelers win over the Ravens. That one pick is a bit of a surprise considering how those clubs have looked lately, but the Bills sweeping the Broncos isn't a shocker. Neither is the Chargers downing the Texans given Houston's recent issues.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p><strong>NFC wild-card round</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="2024 Playoff Predictions - NFC WC" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-44iuS" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/44iuS/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="494" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p>The Eagles' status as an NFC juggernaut remains solidified among our crew, but the Packers are likely to keep that contest close. The other two NFC wild-card games are significantly more intriguing. The Commanders, Buccaneers, Rams, and Vikings each received at least four picks.</p><p><strong>AFC divisional round</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="2024 Playoff Predictions - AFC Div." aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-H8bh1" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/H8bh1/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="483" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p>One of the Chiefs and Chargers will appear in each of our AFC championship picks thanks to the AFC West foes matching up in almost all of our divisional-round predictions. Kansas City is the more popular choice, but don't sleep on Jim Harbaugh's squad. Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen seem poised to duel in one of the postseason's best matchups in the conference's second contest of this round, with the Ravens holding a narrow lead over the Bills in win selections.</p><p><strong>NFC divisional round</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="2024 Playoff Predictions - NFC Div." aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-p1uwp" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/p1uwp/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="483" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p>Rejoice Lions fans: Detroit appears destined to host the NFC Championship Game for the first time in team history after a clean sweep over four potential opponents. The Eagles are also unsurprisingly a prominent pick, though the Rams earned a conference championship appearance with a lone win over the Buccaneers.</p><p><strong>AFC Championship Game</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="2024 Playoff Predictions - AFC CC" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-iiz8j" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/iiz8j/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="528" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p>Death, taxes, and Patrick Mahomes' Chiefs appearing in the AFC championship: Kansas City has made the conference title game every season since Mahomes took over as the starting quarterback, and that trend continues in the majority of our predictions. However, most of our editors see them falling short of another Super Bowl berth. The Ravens are our favorite to represent the AFC in Super Bowl LIX, with the Bills a close second.</p><p><strong>NFC Championship Game</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="2024 Playoff Predictions - NFC CC" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-fko36" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/fko36/2/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="528" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p>Not only have the Lions never hosted the NFC championship, but they've also never won a conference title. That changes according to most of our editors' selections. Don't count out the Eagles to make their second Super Bowl appearance in three seasons.</p><p><strong>Super Bowl LIX</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="2024 Playoff Predictions - Super Bowl LIX" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-XXe4m" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/XXe4m/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="526" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p>Our Super Bowl forecasts see two picks for the Chiefs, three selections each for the Bills and Lions, and four Ravens predictions. None of our choices are shocking, with each team ranking among the NFL's most impressive this season. A Super Bowl LIX victory would represent the first Lombardi Trophy in franchise history for the Lions and Bills, a third for the Ravens, and the Chiefs' fifth.</p>

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<p>With the 2024 NFL season coming to a close, many of the league's best players and coaches put together closing arguments in their cases to claim the top individual awards.</p><p>Here's a look at the best five candidates for the main honors.</p><h3>Coach of the Year</h3><p><strong>5. Mike Tomlin, Steelers</strong></p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Steelers ended their season on a low note, losing their final four games. But let's not forget what Tomlin did to help Pittsburgh overachieve and reach double-digit wins. His decision to turn to Russell Wilson over Justin Fields midway through the season was controversial but ultimately wise, as Wilson started his Steelers tenure with a 6-1 record and helped get the team to the playoffs.</p><p><strong>4. Jim Harbaugh, Chargers</strong></p><p>Harbaugh's first regular season back in the NFL couldn't have gone much better, as he helped the Chargers reach the postseason as the 5-seed after they won just five games in 2023. Harbaugh's staff had a major impact on both sides of the ball, helping Justin Herbert get back to his best and building a top-10 defensive unit.</p><p><strong>3. Dan Quinn, Commanders</strong></p><p>It felt like the Commanders were years away from contending when they hired Quinn as head coach and drafted quarterback Jayden Daniels during the 2024 offseason. Less than a year later, Washington is headed to the playoffs with a 12-5 record, a major improvement from the club's 4-13 mark in 2023.</p><p><strong>2. Dan Campbell, Lions</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763887/cropped_GettyImages-2186683266.jpg?ts=1736135953" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763887/w220xh124_GettyImages-2186683266.jpg?ts=1736135953 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763887/w320xh180_GettyImages-2186683266.jpg?ts=1736135953 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763887/w640xh360_GettyImages-2186683266.jpg?ts=1736135953 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763887/w768xh432_GettyImages-2186683266.jpg?ts=1736135953 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763887/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2186683266.jpg?ts=1736135953 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Andy Lyons / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Detroit won the NFC North with a 12-5 record in 2023, but somehow Campbell's outfit was even better this season. Despite several injuries to starters, the 15-2 Lions enjoyed their best-ever regular season and secured the NFC's 1-seed. The Lions once again enter the playoffs as a top contender, and Campbell and his staff deserve a ton of credit.</p><p><strong>1. Kevin O'Connell, Vikings</strong></p><p>O'Connell's season has Coach of the Year written all over it. This award often rewards the coach who overachieves the most, and that was certainly the 39-year-old. O'Connell turned the 7-10 team he had in 2023 into a 14-3 powerhouse despite losing Kirk Cousins and starting Sam Darnold at quarterback, which seemed like a major downgrade in the offseason. O'Connell and his staff elevated Minnesota to a new level and helped morph Darnold into a touchdown machine.</p><h3>Defensive Rookie of the Year</h3><p><strong>5. Edgerrin Cooper, Packers</strong></p><p>Cooper was everywhere on the field and a great find for the Packers under new defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley. The second-round pick was twice named NFC Defensive Player of the Week and finished the season with 87 tackles (13 for loss), four pass breakups, 3.5 sacks, and one interception.</p><p><strong>4. Chop Robinson, Dolphins</strong></p><p>Robinson didn't get his first sack until November, but the promising edge rusher still piled up six by the end of the campaign to go along with 14 QB hits. He also had 56 pressures - the second most among rookies, according to TruMedia -<strong> </strong>and projects to be a key member of Miami's defense in 2025.</p><p><strong>3. Braden Fiske, Rams</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759945/cropped_GettyImages-2182934068.jpg?ts=1733839872" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759945/w220xh124_GettyImages-2182934068.jpg?ts=1733839872 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759945/w320xh180_GettyImages-2182934068.jpg?ts=1733839872 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759945/w640xh360_GettyImages-2182934068.jpg?ts=1733839872 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759945/w768xh432_GettyImages-2182934068.jpg?ts=1733839872 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759945/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2182934068.jpg?ts=1733839872 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Steph Chambers / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>The Rams traded a pair of second-rounders to move up and draft Fiske 39th overall. They should feel good about that decision. The defensive tackle had 10 tackles for loss, 8.5 sacks (most among rookies), and two forced fumbles to help L.A.'s defensive line stay sharp despite Aaron Donald's retirement. With Kobie Turner, Byron Young, Fiske, and another promising defender who's our top rookie on this list, the Rams' future is bright.</p><p><strong>2. Quinyon Mitchell, Eagles</strong></p><p>Elite cornerbacks can go unnoticed in games, often doing such a good job in coverage that opposing QBs avoid throwing their way. That was the case with Mitchell for parts of the Eagles' season. The first-round corner allowed only an 87 passer rating. If not for the lack of game-changing plays (Mitchell finished 2024 with zero takeaways), he would've made an even stronger case as a top DROY candidate.</p><p><strong>1. Jared Verse, Rams</strong></p><p>No rookie defender was better and as consistent as Verse was. The Florida State first-round stud led all rookies with 77 pressures (no other rookie had more than 60) to go along with 4.5 sacks and two forced fumbles. He was the Rams' most important defensive player, helping the team reach the playoffs despite starting 1-4.</p><h3>Offensive Rookie of the Year</h3><p><strong>5. Malik Nabers, Giants</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762686/cropped_GettyImages-2191774440.jpg?ts=1735503207" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762686/w220xh124_GettyImages-2191774440.jpg?ts=1735503207 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762686/w320xh180_GettyImages-2191774440.jpg?ts=1735503207 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762686/w640xh360_GettyImages-2191774440.jpg?ts=1735503207 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762686/w768xh432_GettyImages-2191774440.jpg?ts=1735503207 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762686/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2191774440.jpg?ts=1735503207 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Luke Hales / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>It took only one season for Nabers to set a Giants record for receptions in a season with 109. He did so despite missing two games through injury. His 1,204 receiving yards were good enough for seventh among all NFL receivers. Had Nabers not missed time, he likely would have made it a very tough call for the top spot here.</p><p><strong>4. Bo Nix, Broncos</strong></p><p>The No. 12 pick strengthened his case as the year progressed. From Week 8 on, Nix ranked eighth in EPA/dropback, per TruMedia, coming in ahead of Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow, among others. Most significant to Broncos fans, though, is Nix ended the team's eight-year playoff drought. He showed incredible poise for a first-year passer coming to a club that's struggled to find an answer under center since Peyton Manning retired.</p><p><strong>3. Brian Thomas Jr., Jaguars</strong></p><p>The top three wideouts in receiving yards this season read like this: Ja'Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson, and Brian Thomas Jr. Two are the best in their respective conferences, while the other is a rookie. That's the kind of company Thomas kept during his first season. With 87 receptions, 1,282 yards, 10 touchdowns, and 14.7 yards per catch, Thomas lit up the field in Duval County.</p><p><strong>2. Brock Bowers, Raiders</strong></p><p>Bowers rewrote the record books in his first taste of NFL action. Not only did he set a Raiders record for receptions in a season, but his 112 grabs were the most by an NFL rookie ever. His 1,194 receiving yards passed Mike Ditka's rookie record of most yards by a tight end, set in 1961. Even more incredible, Bowers was just four catches off tying the TE record for receptions in a season (116 by Zach Ertz in 2018). He ranked 15th all time in receiving yards for his position.</p><p><strong>1. Jayden Daniels, Commanders</strong></p><p>When you stack it all up, no rookie is more deserving of the top spot than Daniels. The No. 2 pick finished top 10 in EPA/dropback, according to TruMedia, already solidifying his place in the NFL. His 891 rushing yards also surpassed former Washington quarterback Robert Griffin III for most by a rookie quarterback ever. What really mattered, though, was his poise, as Daniels appeared NFL-ready from Week 1. His 12 wins as a starter led the Commanders to the postseason for the first time since 2020, while his four game-winning drives were tied for second most, trailing only Mahomes.</p><h3>Defensive Player of the Year</h3><p><strong>5. Nik Bonitto, Broncos</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763994/cropped_GettyImages-2189614312.jpg?ts=1736203246" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763994/w220xh124_GettyImages-2189614312.jpg?ts=1736203246 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763994/w320xh180_GettyImages-2189614312.jpg?ts=1736203246 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763994/w640xh360_GettyImages-2189614312.jpg?ts=1736203246 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763994/w768xh432_GettyImages-2189614312.jpg?ts=1736203246 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/763994/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2189614312.jpg?ts=1736203246 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">AAron Ontiveroz / Denver Post / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Bonitto was given an opportunity to make his mark in 2024, and he didn't leave any scraps on the table. The third-year pass-rusher broke out in a big way, as only Trey Hendrickson (17) and Myles Garrett (14) registered more sacks than he did (13.5). He also showcased some flash that can catch voters' attention with two defensive touchdowns, one coming on a pick-6 and the other via a fumble recovery.</p><p><strong>4. Myles Garrett, Browns</strong></p><p>Garrett hasn't been shy in his belief that he's the NFL's best pass-rusher. He built a strong case this season, but it likely won't be enough for the reigning Defensive Player of the Year to win the award again. Garrett finished second in sacks with 14, while his 22 tackles for loss led the NFL. His case is slightly weakened by the Browns' poor record. Overall, it was another terrific year for Garrett, who's now recorded over 10 sacks in seven straight seasons.</p><p><strong>3. Trey Hendrickson, Bengals</strong></p><p>Hendrickson flew under the radar for too long, but his work has finally gotten the appreciation it deserves. No player in the NFL recorded more sacks than the pass-rusher's 17.5. His 83 pressures were tied for the league lead, according to PFF, while his pressure rate ranked in the top three. The Bengals' defense was incredibly poor this season, but Hendrickson was a one-man wrecking crew.</p><p><strong>2. T.J. Watt, Steelers</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759990/cropped_GettyImages-2188251434.jpg?ts=1733852758" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759990/w220xh124_GettyImages-2188251434.jpg?ts=1733852758 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759990/w320xh180_GettyImages-2188251434.jpg?ts=1733852758 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759990/w640xh360_GettyImages-2188251434.jpg?ts=1733852758 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759990/w768xh432_GettyImages-2188251434.jpg?ts=1733852758 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/759990/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2188251434.jpg?ts=1733852758 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Diamond Images / Diamond Images / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Watt was the overwhelming favorite to win his second DPOY award before ending the season with a whimper. The 30-year-old had 11.5 sacks but recorded just two over his last five games, and both came in one contest. Still, Watt gets recognition for his game-changing ability, which was once again on full display. He led the NFL in forced fumbles with six and was the only player to notch over 10 sacks and five forced fumbles.</p><p><strong>1. Pat Surtain, Broncos</strong></p><p>While the last four Defensive Player of the Year awards have gone to a pass-rusher, the Broncos' star cornerback has done more than enough to bring the honor back to the secondary with a four-interception campaign. Of all corners with at least 600 coverage snaps, Surtain placed first in receptions allowed (37), yards allowed (317), and yards per reception (8.6) and second in passer rating when targeted (61.1), per PFF. His contributions are a key reason why the Broncos finished third in points allowed and returned to the postseason.</p><h3>MVP</h3><p><strong>5. Jared Goff, Lions</strong></p><p>Goff quarterbacked the 15-2 Lions to a historic regular season for the franchise. The veteran ranked in the top four in completion percentage (72.4), passing yards (4,629), and touchdown passes (37) while helping Detroit finish as the NFC's top seed. The 30-year-old enjoyed his best season since entering the NFL as the No. 1 pick in 2016.</p><p><strong>4. Joe Burrow, Bengals</strong></p><p>Burrow led the NFL in completions (460), passing yards (4,918), and touchdowns (43). He may have been this season's best QB. Yet, we can't rank him any higher because the defensively deficient Bengals finished just 9-8 and missed the playoffs.</p><p><strong>3. Saquon Barkley, Eagles</strong></p><p>Any realistic chances Barkley had of winning MVP rested on the star running back breaking the single-season rushing yards record that's stood since 1984. Philadelphia rested its starters in the final week of the regular season, so Barkley fell short. But let's not forget how special his 2024 was. He became only the ninth NFL player to run for over 2,000 yards and led the league in scrimmage yards (2,283) and touches (378). He also scored 15 TDs in 16 games.</p><p><strong>2. Lamar Jackson, Ravens</strong></p><p>Sequels are rarely better, but Jackson followed up his 2023 MVP campaign with arguably an even better performance. Over 4,000 passing yards and 40 touchdowns? Check. The NFL leader in passer rating? Check again. The best EPA/dropback, according to TruMedia? Yes. The two-time MVP had his finest season as a passer while also adding 915 yards on the ground, his most since 2020. This season demonstrated what a peak dual-threat Jackson can do.</p><p><strong>1. Josh Allen, Bills</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761021/cropped_GettyImages-2190269019.jpg?ts=1734404183" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761021/w220xh124_GettyImages-2190269019.jpg?ts=1734404183 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761021/w320xh180_GettyImages-2190269019.jpg?ts=1734404183 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761021/w640xh360_GettyImages-2190269019.jpg?ts=1734404183 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761021/w768xh432_GettyImages-2190269019.jpg?ts=1734404183 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761021/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2190269019.jpg?ts=1734404183 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Nic Antaya / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Narratives are a major part of the NFL's award ceremony, there's no denying that. Allen powered the Bills to a 13-win campaign despite losing his two leading receivers from last season, with signature victories over the Chiefs and Lions, the No. 1 seed in each conference. His numbers serve as the finishing touch to his case for MVP. For a fifth straight season, Allen combined for 40-plus passing and rushing touchdowns. He flashed his cannon arm (7.7 yards per pass, his highest since 2020) and rushing ability (12 scores), but he also protected the football with a career-low six interceptions.</p>

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On the first Tuesday of every month during the 2024-25 season, we'll debate which clubs are among...

<p><em>On the first Tuesday of every month during the 2024-25 season, we'll debate which clubs are among Europe's elite in our Soccer Power Rankings. In our January edition, we're picking out one player each of the continent's top teams should sign during the winter transfer window.</em></p><p><strong>Jump to</strong>:<br><a href="#Arsenal">ARS</a> | <a href="#Atalanta">ATA</a> | <a href="#Bilbao">ATH</a> | <a href="#Atleti">ATM</a> | <a href="#Barca">BAR</a> | <a href="#Chelsea">CHE</a> | <a href="#Bayern">FCB</a> | <a href="#Inter">INT</a> | <a href="#Juve">JUV</a> | <a href="#Leverkusen">LEV</a> | <a href="#Lille">LIL</a> | <a href="#Liverpool">LIV</a> | <a href="#Man%20City">MCI</a> | <a href="#Milan">MIL</a> | <a href="#Napoli">NAP</a> | <a href="#Newcastle">NEW</a> | <a href="#Forest">NFO</a> | <a href="#PSG">PSG</a> | <a href="#RM">RMA</a> | <a href="#Sporting">SCP</a></p><h3>1. <a id="Liverpool" name="Liverpool">Liverpool</a> 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿</h3><p><em>Previous: 1</em> ⚖️</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761869/cropped_GettyImages-2190461282.jpg?ts=1734900145" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761869/w220xh124_GettyImages-2190461282.jpg?ts=1734900145 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761869/w320xh180_GettyImages-2190461282.jpg?ts=1734900145 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761869/w640xh360_GettyImages-2190461282.jpg?ts=1734900145 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761869/w768xh432_GettyImages-2190461282.jpg?ts=1734900145 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/761869/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2190461282.jpg?ts=1734900145 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">GLYN KIRK / AFP / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Antonee Robinson</strong>. Losing Trent Alexander-Arnold - either this month or in the summer - would be a huge blow. But at least Conor Bradley is a capable replacement. There's no obvious succession plan on the opposite side, where Andy Robertson has become a defensive liability. Robinson, one of Fulham's standout players, would be an ideal fit at left-back.</p><h3>2. <a id="Inter" name="Inter">Inter Milan</a> 🇮🇹</h3><p><em>Previous: 3</em> 📈</p><p><strong>Sam Beukema</strong>. Injuries to Francesco Acerbi and Benjamin Pavard have created a need for defensive reinforcements at Inter, where Yann Bisseck has been forced to play more minutes than expected. Bologna defender Beukema could come in and contribute right away thanks to his familiarity with Serie A, which is always a key consideration for January additions.</p><h3>3. <a id="Atalanta" name="Atalanta">Atalanta</a> 🇮🇹</h3><p><em>Previous: 2</em> 📉</p><p><strong>Rayan Cherki</strong>. Atalanta could benefit from signing a No. 9 to help lighten the load on Mateo Retegui, but Gian Piero Gasperini has a habit of turning forwards who aren't traditional strikers into prolific scorers. Cherki, an attacking midfielder, could thrive under the Italian tactician, and Lyon's delicate financial situation could force them to sell the 21-year-old this month.</p><h3>4. <a id="Atleti" name="Atleti">Atletico Madrid</a> 🇪🇸</h3><p><em>Previous: 10</em> 📈</p><p><strong>Miguel Gutierrez</strong>. Diego Simeone's team is humming right now, and there aren't any obvious deficiencies that desperately need addressing in January. More depth at left-back would be welcome, though. Landing Gutierrez from Girona would be tricky - bitter rivals Real Madrid own 50% of his rights, complicating matters - but worthwhile as Atletico chase a league title.</p><h3>5. <a id="RM" name="RM">Real Madrid</a> 🇪🇸</h3><p><em>Previous: 9</em> 📈</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/753439/cropped_GettyImages-2181773378.jpg?ts=1730726802" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/753439/w220xh124_GettyImages-2181773378.jpg?ts=1730726802 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/753439/w320xh180_GettyImages-2181773378.jpg?ts=1730726802 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/753439/w640xh360_GettyImages-2181773378.jpg?ts=1730726802 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/753439/w768xh432_GettyImages-2181773378.jpg?ts=1730726802 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/753439/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2181773378.jpg?ts=1730726802 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Diego Souto / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Trent Alexander-Arnold</strong>. They're trying. Real Madrid's first attempt to acquire the English right-back in January was swiftly rebuffed by Liverpool. A free transfer in the summer remains a <em>far</em> more likely outcome, but Carlo Ancelotti clearly wants Alexander-Arnold right now as the Champions League holders look to replace injured stalwart Dani Carvajal. This saga isn't going away.</p><h3>6. <a id="Arsenal" name="Arsenal">Arsenal</a> 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿</h3><p><em>Previous: 5</em> 📉</p><p><strong>Bryan Mbeumo</strong>. With star winger Bukayo Saka out long term following hamstring surgery, and breakout teenager Ethan Nwaneri also sidelined, Arsenal need to act this month. Mbeumo is having a sensational season at Brentford and wouldn't come cheap, but he's a great fit as an immediate replacement for Saka, and he could also play with him when he returns.</p><h3>7. <a id="Bayern" name="Bayern">Bayern Munich</a> 🇩🇪</h3><p><em>Previous: 4</em> 📉</p><p><strong>Jonathan David</strong>. Bayern Munich, unsurprisingly, aren't the same attacking force when Harry Kane isn't available. Few others offer the Englishman's combination of elite scoring ability and link-up play, but David, the top marksman in Ligue 1 this season, thrives in both aspects. While Lille appear resigned to losing him in the summer, Bayern could accelerate a transfer.</p><h3>8. <a id="Leverkusen" name="Leverkusen">Bayer Leverkusen</a> 🇩🇪</h3><p><em>Previous: 16</em> 📈</p><p><strong>Diogo Leite</strong>. The best-run clubs plan ahead to ensure they aren't scrambling when key players depart. Bayer Leverkusen will almost certainly lose impending free agent Jonathan Tah this summer. It's a big hole to fill; the imposing center-back has been at the club for a decade. Union Berlin's Leite, linked with Leverkusen in the past, would be a sensible fit.</p><h3>9. <a id="Barca" name="Barca">Barcelona</a> 🇪🇸</h3><p><em>Previous: 7</em> 📉</p><p><strong>Dani Olmo</strong>. That's right. Barcelona's priority in January should be registering their own players before they even think about trying to finagle someone else's. Olmo remains ineligible to play in the second half of the season after Barca's desperate plea to extend his temporary registration beyond Dec. 31 was rejected by La Liga. It's all a big mess of their own making.</p><h3>10. <a id="Napoli" name="Napoli">Napoli</a> 🇮🇹</h3><p><em>Previous: 8</em> 📉</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/748361/cropped_GettyImages-2175654261.jpg?ts=1728009305" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/748361/w220xh124_GettyImages-2175654261.jpg?ts=1728009305 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/748361/w320xh180_GettyImages-2175654261.jpg?ts=1728009305 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/748361/w640xh360_GettyImages-2175654261.jpg?ts=1728009305 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/748361/w768xh432_GettyImages-2175654261.jpg?ts=1728009305 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/748361/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2175654261.jpg?ts=1728009305 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Mondadori Portfolio / Mondadori Portfolio / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Danilo</strong>. The Brazilian defender is no longer part of Juventus' plans and will move on in January. Now 33, he's not nearly as mobile as he once was at right-back, but he can still be a solid contributor and veteran leader for a title-chasing Napoli side that needs more defensive cover with Alessandro Buongiorno on the shelf. A nominal fee should get the job done here.</p><h3>11. <a id="PSG" name="PSG">Paris Saint-Germain</a> 🇫🇷</h3><p><em>Previous: 12</em> 📈</p><p><strong>Victor Osimhen</strong>. PSG need a central striker. Their top scorers this season are wide forwards (Bradley Barcola and Ousmane Dembele), while Goncalo Ramos has seen limited action and Randal Kolo Muani is expected to leave in January. Osimhen, on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has long been a target for the French giants. Could this finally be the window they bring him aboard?</p><h3>12. <a id="Forest" name="Forest">Nottingham Forest</a> 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿</h3><p><em>Previous: N/A</em> 📈</p><p><strong>Omar Marmoush</strong>. Chris Wood's renaissance was one of the Premier League's best storylines in 2024. But, at 33, Nottingham Forest can't rest on their laurels and expect him to stay hot forever. Marmoush, who Forest pushed hard to land last summer, is enjoying the best season of his life right now at Eintracht Frankfurt. His signing would be a huge statement of intent.</p><h3>13. <a id="Newcastle" name="Newcastle">Newcastle United</a> 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿</h3><p><em>Previous: N/A</em> 📈</p><p><strong>Tyler Dibling</strong>. Newcastle should be seeking an upgrade on the right wing this month. Jacob Murphy is a serviceable player, but to keep making serious progress, the Magpies need to balance out an attack that relies heavily on the left side. Dibling is a rising star who won't be available much longer, with Southampton likely to be relegated at season's end. The time to act is now.</p><h3>14. <a id="Chelsea" name="Chelsea">Chelsea</a> 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿</h3><p><em>Previous: 6</em> 📉</p><p><strong>Viktor Gyokeres</strong>. Nicolas Jackson is scoring at a decent clip for Chelsea and could yet establish himself as the club's long-term No. 9. No matter how many goals he seems to deliver, though, links with other strikers persist. After 62 tallies for club and country in 2024, Gyokeres is at the top of the list. His transfer from Sporting CP to one of Europe's biggest clubs is imminent.</p><h3>15. <a id="Man City" name="Man%20City">Manchester City</a> 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿</h3><p><em>Previous: 11</em> 📉</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762488/cropped_GettyImages-2190913720.jpg?ts=1735398263" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762488/w220xh124_GettyImages-2190913720.jpg?ts=1735398263 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762488/w320xh180_GettyImages-2190913720.jpg?ts=1735398263 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762488/w640xh360_GettyImages-2190913720.jpg?ts=1735398263 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762488/w768xh432_GettyImages-2190913720.jpg?ts=1735398263 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762488/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2190913720.jpg?ts=1735398263 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Martin Zubimendi</strong>. Sometimes the most obvious answer is the correct one. Manchester City are showing some signs of life again after their abysmal run to close out 2024, but Pep Guardiola's team can't operate at its best without someone providing midfield control. Nobody can truly replace the injured Rodri, but Real Sociedad's Zubimendi is the best surrogate out there.</p><h3>16. <a id="Bilbao" name="Bilbao">Athletic Bilbao</a> 🇪🇸</h3><p><em>Previous: N/A</em> 📈</p><p><strong>Borja Sainz</strong>. Athletic Club, unbeaten since October, strictly adhere to a well-known policy of only fielding players with direct ties to the Basque Country. That makes transfers tricky, but one of their own could fill a need for a team lacking some punch up front. Norwich City's Sainz, who spent five years in the Athletic academy, is the top scorer in the Championship this season.</p><h3>17. <a id="Milan" name="Milan">AC Milan</a> 🇮🇹</h3><p><em>Previous: 17</em> ⚖️</p><p><strong>Samuele Ricci</strong>. Milan have <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1876247354430607578">reportedly</a> made "concrete progress" to sign the ascendant Italian midfielder in June. But they shouldn't wait that long. Ricci, 23, is also being eyed by Manchester City. The only way for Milan to ensure the Premier League champions don't have a chance to blow Torino's socks off with a massive offer this summer is to secure his signature this month.</p><h3>18. <a id="Sporting" name="Sporting">Sporting CP</a> 🇵🇹</h3><p><em>Previous: 14</em> 📉</p><p><strong>Christantus Uche</strong>. Sporting signed Conrad Harder last year, in part, to prepare for the eventual departure of Gyokeres. But replacing the Swede's output can't be a one-person job. That's why Sporting should move for Uche, the versatile Getafe forward who, at 21, fits the club's philosophy of scooping up young players with major resale potential.</p><h3>19. <a id="Lille" name="Lille">Lille</a> 🇫🇷</h3><p><em>Previous: 19</em> ⚖️</p><p><strong>Youssoufa Moukoko</strong>. Lille wanted to sign Moukoko last summer, but he eventually ended up at Ligue 1 peers Nice on loan. His playing time in the French Riviera has dwindled as the season has progressed, though, opening up the possibility that Borussia Dortmund could cut his loan spell short and seek another solution for the 20-year-old forward.</p><h3>20. <a id="Juve" name="Juve">Juventus</a> 🇮🇹</h3><p><em>Previous: 18</em> 📉</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757469/cropped_GettyImages-2186793056.jpg?ts=1732661833" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757469/w220xh124_GettyImages-2186793056.jpg?ts=1732661833 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757469/w320xh180_GettyImages-2186793056.jpg?ts=1732661833 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757469/w640xh360_GettyImages-2186793056.jpg?ts=1732661833 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757469/w768xh432_GettyImages-2186793056.jpg?ts=1732661833 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/757469/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2186793056.jpg?ts=1732661833 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Marco Luzzani / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Antonio Silva</strong>. Some cover for Dusan Vlahovic would also be nice in January, but the club's top priority is help in central defense. The absence of Gleison Bremer, out for the season with a torn ACL, is painfully felt every game. Infamous agent Jorge Mendes is putting public pressure on Benfica to sell the promising Portuguese defender to the Italian club.</p><p><strong>Dropped out</strong>: Fiorentina, Borussia Dortmund, Eintracht Frankfurt<br><strong>On the cusp</strong>: Marseille, Benfica, PSV, Lazio</p>

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<h3>The latest</h3><ul>
<li>Raiders reportedly hire Pete Carroll as head coach (<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3199364" href="https://thescore.com/news/3199364">Read more</a>)</li>
<li>Jaguars hire Liam Coen as head coach (<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3198702" href="https://thescore.com/news/3198702">Read more</a>)</li>
<li>Jets reportedly hire Aaron Glenn as head coach (<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3195573" href="https://thescore.com/news/3195573">Read more</a>)</li>
</ul><h3>Head coach openings</h3><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Team</th>
<th>Fired</th>
<th>Hired</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Chicago Bears</td>
<td>Matt Eberflus</td>
<td>Ben Johnson</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dallas Cowboys</td>
<td>Mike McCarthy</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jacksonville Jaguars</td>
<td>Doug Pederson</td>
<td>Liam Coen</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Las Vegas Raiders</td>
<td>Antonio Pierce</td>
<td>Pete Carroll</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>New England Patriots</td>
<td>Jerod Mayo</td>
<td>Mike Vrabel</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>New Orleans Saints</td>
<td>Dennis Allen</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>New York Jets</td>
<td>Robert Saleh</td>
<td>Aaron Glenn</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><h3>General manager openings</h3><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Team</th>
<th>Fired</th>
<th>Hired</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jacksonville Jaguars</td>
<td>Trent Baalke</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>New York Jets</td>
<td>Joe Douglas</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tennessee Titans</td>
<td>Ran Carthon</td>
<td> Mike Borgonzi</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Las Vegas Raiders</td>
<td>Tom Telesco</td>
<td> John Spytek</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><h3>Interviews</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Chicago Bears" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-5QDlI" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/5QDlI/2/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><strong>Head coach</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Ben Johnson</strong></td>
<td><strong>Lions OC</strong></td>
<td><strong>Hired</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pete Carroll</td>
<td>Ex-Seahawks HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike McCarthy</td>
<td>Ex-Cowboys HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Campbell</td>
<td>Iowa State HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Todd Monken</td>
<td>Ravens OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aaron Glenn</td>
<td>Lions DC</td>
<td>- </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Drew Petzing</td>
<td>Cardinals OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Flores</td>
<td>Vikings DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Weaver</td>
<td> Dolphins DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Kafka</td>
<td> Giants OC</td>
<td> -</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Shaw</td>
<td>Broncos sr. personnel executive</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Vrabel</td>
<td>Ex-Titans HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Brady</td>
<td>Bills OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kliff Kingsbury</td>
<td>Commanders OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ron Rivera</td>
<td>Ex-Commanders HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Marcus Freeman</td>
<td>Notre Dame HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Brown</td>
<td>Bears interim HC</td>
<td> -</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Stenavich</td>
<td> Packers OC</td>
<td> -</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arthur Smith</td>
<td> Steelers OC</td>
<td> -</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eddie George</td>
<td> Tennessee State HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Dallas Cowboys" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-pvi69" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/pvi69/2/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><strong>Head coach</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Deion Sanders</td>
<td>Colorado HC</td>
<td>Rumored</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Saleh</td>
<td>Ex-Jets HC</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Leslie Frazier</td>
<td>Seahawks assistant HC</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kellen Moore</td>
<td>Eagles OC</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Schottenheimer</td>
<td>Cowboys OC</td>
<td>Set for 2nd interview</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Jacksonville Jaguars" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-zIOyd" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/zIOyd/2/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><strong>Head coach</strong></p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Liam Coen</strong></td>
<td><strong>Bucs OC</strong></td>
<td><strong>Hired</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Graham</td>
<td> Raiders DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Saleh</td>
<td> Ex-Jets HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aaron Glenn</td>
<td>Lions DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Johnson</td>
<td>Lions OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kellen Moore</td>
<td> Eagles OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Todd Monken</td>
<td> Ravens OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Brady</td>
<td> Bills OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Flores</td>
<td>Vikings DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Spagnuolo</td>
<td>Chiefs DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p><strong>General manager</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>-</td>
<td>-</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Las Vegas Raiders" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-Hmplt" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/Hmplt/2/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><strong>Head coach</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Pete Carroll</strong></td>
<td><strong> Ex-Seahawks HC</strong></td>
<td> <strong>Hired</strong>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Johnson</td>
<td>Lions OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aaron Glenn</td>
<td>Lions DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Spagnuolo</td>
<td> Chiefs DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Todd Monken</td>
<td>Ravens OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Saleh</td>
<td>Ex-Jets HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vance Joseph</td>
<td> Broncos DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ron Rivera</td>
<td>Ex-Commanders HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p><strong>General manager</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>John Spytek</strong></td>
<td> <strong>Buccaneers assistant GM</strong>
</td>
<td> <strong>Hired</strong>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon-Eric Sullivan</td>
<td> Packers VP of player personnel</td>
<td> -</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sheldon White</td>
<td>Steelers director of pro personnel</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandon Brown</td>
<td> Giants assistant GM</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chad Alexander</td>
<td>Chargers assistant GM</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lance Newmark</td>
<td>Commanders assistant GM</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="New England Patriots" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-6D7Cy" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/6D7Cy/2/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><strong>Head coach</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Mike Vrabel</strong></td>
<td><strong>Ex-Titans HC</strong></td>
<td><strong>Hired</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Johnson</td>
<td>Lions OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Byron Leftwich</td>
<td>Ex-Bucs OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pep Hamilton</td>
<td>Ex-Texans OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="New Orleans Saints" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-9qXyY" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/9qXyY/2/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><strong>Head coach</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Joe Brady</td>
<td>Bills OC</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kellen Moore</td>
<td>Eagles OC</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Weaver</td>
<td> Dolphins DC</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aaron Glenn</td>
<td>Lions DC</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Kafka</td>
<td> Giants OC</td>
<td> Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Vrabel</td>
<td>Ex-Titans HC</td>
<td>Scheduled</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kliff Kingsbury</td>
<td>Commanders OC</td>
<td>Scheduled</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike McCarthy</td>
<td>Ex-Cowboys HC</td>
<td>Requested</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Darren Rizzi</td>
<td> Saints interim HC</td>
<td>Interviewed </td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="New York Jets" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-pFrvi" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/pFrvi/2/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;r<e.length;r++)if(e[r].contentWindow===a.source){var i=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";e[r].style.height=i}}}))}();
</script></figure><p><strong>Head coach</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Aaron Glenn</strong></td>
<td><strong>Lions DC</strong></td>
<td><strong>Hired</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Vrabel</td>
<td>Ex-Titans HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ron Rivera</td>
<td>Ex-Commanders HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rex Ryan</td>
<td>ESPN</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeff Ulbrich</td>
<td>Jets interim HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bobby Slowik</td>
<td>Texans OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Flores</td>
<td>Vikings DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arthur Smith</td>
<td>Steelers OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Brady</td>
<td>Bills OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vance Joseph</td>
<td>Broncos DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Nagy</td>
<td>Chiefs OC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Griese</td>
<td>49ers QBs coach</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh McCown</td>
<td>Vikings QBs coach</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Darren Rizzi</td>
<td> Saints interim HC</td>
<td> -</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Spagnuolo</td>
<td> Chiefs DC</td>
<td> -</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Locksley</td>
<td>Maryland HC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Whitt Jr.</td>
<td>Commanders DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeff Hafley</td>
<td>Packers DC</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p><strong>General manager</strong></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Lance Newmark</td>
<td>Commanders assistant GM</td>
<td>Set for 2nd interview</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Darren Mougey</td>
<td>Broncos assistant GM</td>
<td>Had 2nd interview</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Trey Brown</td>
<td>Bengals sr. personnel executive</td>
<td>Had 2nd interview</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Louis Riddick</td>
<td>ESPN</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Nagy</td>
<td>Senior Bowl executive director</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Robinson</td>
<td>Ex-Titans GM (2016-22)</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Dimitroff</td>
<td>Ex-Falcons GM (2008-20)</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alec Halaby</td>
<td>Eagles assistant GM</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ray Farmer</td>
<td>Rams sr. personnel executive</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Borgonzi</td>
<td>Chiefs assistant GM</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Grigson</td>
<td>Vikings sr. VP of player personnel</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon-Eric Sullivan</td>
<td>Packers VP of player personnel</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Gaine</td>
<td>Bills assistant GM</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Spielman</td>
<td> Lions special assistant to CEO</td>
<td>Interviewed</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Greenberg</td>
<td>Buccaneers assistant GM</td>
<td>Requested</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Candidate</th>
<th>Current job</th>
<th>Status</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Mike Borgonzi</strong></td>
<td><strong>Chiefs assistant GM</strong></td>
<td><strong>Hired</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catherine Hickman</td>
<td>Browns assistant GM</td>
<td>- </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Terrance Gray</td>
<td> Bills personnel executive</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ed Dodds</td>
<td> Colts assistant GM</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Spytek</td>
<td>Buccaneers assistant GM</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Reggie McKenzie</td>
<td>Dolphins sr. personnel executive</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Dimitroff</td>
<td>Ex-Falcons GM (2008-20)</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Berry</td>
<td>Seahawks personnel executive</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ian Cunningham</td>
<td>Bears assistant GM</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon-Eric Sullivan</td>
<td>Packers VP of player personnel</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure>

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JANUARY 07: Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll looks on from the sideline during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on January 07, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona.

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