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2022 NFL All-Paid Team: Aaron Rodgers, Tyreek Hill and Aaron Donald headline richest lineup

What would the NFL's richest starting lineup look like? Anthony Holzman-Escareno assembles an all-star collection of the highest-paid players at each position heading into the 2022 season.

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This Week in NFL History (April 18-24): Colts select Peyton Manning No. 1 overall in 1998 NFL Draft

Welcome to This Week in NFL History! Every week, the Research team will spotlight the anniversaries of notable events and birthdays.

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This Week in NFL History (April 11-17): Colts select RB Edgerrin James No. 4 overall in 1999 NFL Draft

Welcome to This Week in NFL History! Every week, the Research team will spotlight the anniversaries of notable events and birthdays.

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This Week in NFL History (March 28 - April 3): Jimmy Johnson leaves Cowboys organization after back-to-back Super Bowl wins

Welcome to This Week in NFL History! Every week, the Research team will spotlight the anniversaries of notable events and birthdays.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning reacts after he threw the game-winning touchdown pass to Reggie Wayne during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Indianapolis, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009. Indianapolis defeated the New England Patriots 35-34. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

This Week in NFL History (March 7-13): HOFers Peyton Manning, Calvin Johnson retire

This week in NFL History revisits the league's greatest and most memorable moments of the past.
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This Week in NFL History (Feb. 28 - March 6): John Ross sets NFL Scouting Combine record with 4.22 40

This week in NFL History revisits the league's greatest and most memorable moments of the past.
Jacksonville Jaguars Tony Boselli (71) during a game at Cleveland Browns Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio against the Cleveland Browns from his 2000 season.The Jaguars beat the Browns 27-7. Tony Boselli played for 7 seasons all with the Jacksonville Jaguars and was an 5-times Pro Bowler.(David Durochik via AP)

This Week in NFL History (Feb. 14 - Feb. 20): HOF Tony Boselli selected first overall in 2002 NFL Expansion Draft

This week in NFL History revisits the league's greatest and most memorable moments of the past.
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NFL overreactions, Super Bowl LVI edition: Joe Burrow & Ja'Marr Chase the new Montana & Rice?

Are Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase the new Joe Montana and Jerry Rice? Did the Rams mortgage their future to reach Super Bowl LVI? Is Matthew Stafford's legacy on the line? Dante Koplowitz-Fleming explores five potential overreactions.
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This Week in NFL History (Feb. 7- Feb. 13): Von Miller leads Broncos to win in Super Bowl 50

This week in NFL History revisits the league's greatest and most memorable moments of the past.
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) runs during an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, January 9, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)

Top 10 records, milestones set in Week 18 of 2021 NFL season

Upon completion of the league's first 17-game season, NFL Research lists the top 10 records and milestones set in Week 18 of the 2021 NFL season.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) throws a pass during an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn)

NFL stats and records, Week 16: Joe Burrow airs it out

Every week the NFL Media Research team puts together the best notes from Sunday’s slate of games. Here are the top nuggets from Week 16.
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This Week in NFL History (Nov. 15-Nov. 21): 'Sweetness' sets single-game rushing record

This week in NFL History revisits the league's greatest and most memorable moments of the past.
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) makes a reception during an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, November 7, 2021 in Inglewood, California. (Ben Liebenberg/NFL)

Overreactions at halfway point of 2021 NFL season: Cooper Kupp is now elite

Has Cooper Kupp reached a truly special level of proficiency? Is Lamar Jackson on pace for another MVP? Dante Koplowitz-Fleming examines five overreactions from the first half of the 2021 NFL season.
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Overreactions at quarter mark of 2021 NFL season: Kyler Murray a lock for MVP

Is Kyler Murray a lock to win the MVP award? Do the Bills have the best defense the league has seen in decades? Dante Koplowitz-Fleming examines five overreactions from the first four weeks of the 2021 NFL season.
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This Week in NFL History (Sept. 27 to Oct. 3): Vince Lombardi wins 1st game as Packers HC, Art Shell hired as Raiders HC

Welcome to This Week in NFL History! Every week, the Research team will spotlight the anniversaries of notable events and birthdays.
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This Week in NFL History (Sept. 8 to Sept. 14): Super Bowl trophy renamed Vince Lombardi trophy in 1970

Welcome to This Week in NFL History! Every week, the Research team will spotlight the anniversaries of notable events and birthdays.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws the ball during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020 in Inglewood, Calif. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)

NFL MVP award: Nine candidates to follow in footsteps of 'Year 2' winners

Can Justin Herbert be named MVP in his second pro season? Will Tom Brady take it home in his second year with the Bucs? Garrett Podell uses an eye-catching trend to project nine candidates to win MVP.
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This Week in NFL History (July 26 to August 1): Vince Lombardi, Jim Brown inducted into Hall of Fame

Welcome to This Week in NFL History! Every week, the Research team will spotlight the anniversaries of notable events and birthdays.
Oakland Raiders defensive back Charles Woodson (24) pounds his chest during an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Nov. 5, 2000, in Oakland. Oakland won 49-31. (Greg Trott via AP)

This Week in NFL History (July 19 to July 25): HOFer Charles Woodson signs rookie contract with Raiders

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This Week in NFL History (July 12 to July 18): HOF WRs Tim Brown, Art Monk retire

Welcome to This Week in NFL History! Every week, the Research team will spotlight the anniversaries of notable events and birthdays.
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Irvin (88) runs a pass pattern during an NFL game against the Denver Bronco son September 13, 1998. The Broncos defeated the Cowboys 42-23 in Denver, Colorado. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)

This Week in NFL History (July 5 to July 11): HOF WR Michael Irvin retires after 12 seasons

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Pro Football Focus: Why general manager John Elway earns high marks for the Denver Broncos' 2020 NFL Draft haul

This Week in NFL History (June 28 to July 4): Hall of Fame QB John Elway turns 61

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This Week in NFL History (June 21 to June 27): HOF QB Bob Griese retires after 14 seasons

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The best NFL team money can buy! Building the ultimate 53-man roster under the 2021 salary cap

What is the best possible team money could buy in 2021? NFL Media researcher Anthony Holzman-Escareno builds the ultimate 53-man roster while remaining under this year's $182.5 million salary cap.