Saturday night’s New England Patriots–Denver Broncos game pits America’s suddenly most popular athlete against a less-than-beloved coach and team. What more can we ask for than this contest of good vs. evil?
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Tebow the Terrible, Colts Win By Losing: Three Lessons from the NFL’s Week 17
TIME’s Sean Gregory breaks down the lessons from football’s 17th week.
Tebow Slowed, Imperfect Pack: Three Things We Learned From NFL’s Week 15
Tebow wasn’t terrible against New England, but his “left-to-right deficiency” has been noted.
Three Things We Learned In the NFL’s — Aw Forget It, Let’s Talk Tim Tebow
We tried to ignore Tim Tebow in this space. But how is that humanly possible?
Tim Tebow and Faith’s Place in Football
In the Dec. 19 issue of TIME, Tim Tebow speaks out about the vitriol over his public Christianity. “Thank goodness I don’t have to live the roller coaster that everyone else lives about my life,” he says
Still Tebow Time, Luckless Leinart: Three Things We Learned From NFL Week 12
TIME’s Sean Gregory breaks down the lessons from football’s 12th week.
Holiday Cheat Sheet: 4 Ways to Look Smart About Football on Thanksgiving
As you gather around the television for food and football on Thanksgiving, why not wow the family with your NFL knowledge?
‘Just Win, Baby!’: The Legacy of Al Davis, 1929-2011
Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis, who died at his home on Saturday morning at 82, was never beloved outside of Raider nation.
ESPN and Hank Williams Jr. Part Ways: Why a Rowdy-Free Broadcast Is the Right Move
“Are You Ready For Some Football?” is no more.
Dallas’ Disaster and Aaron’s Athletics: Three Lessons Learned From NFL Week Four
TIME’s Sean Gregory breaks down the lessons from football’s fourth week.
Problems in Philly, Surprise 3-0 Teams: Three Lessons Learned From NFL Week Three
TIME’s Sean Gregory breaks down the lessons from football’s third week.
TIME Outtakes: Philadelphia Eagles Cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha
He’s one of the top pass defenders in the NFL. He’s also one of top philanthropists in sports. Here’s what didn’t make it into this week’s magazine.
Is The NFL A Bunch Of Fakes?
We always thought flopping was a problem in futbol.