Russell's last minute TD pass puts dent in Broncos' playoff hopes

JaMarcus Russell threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Chaz Schilens with 35 seconds left for a 20-19 scrum-filled win over the Broncos on Sunday.

Russell replaces injured Frye

Oakland Raiders quarterback Charlie Frye was knocked out of the game with a blow to the head and backup JaMarcus Russell came in with 10:59 left against the Denver Broncos.

Week 15 NFL line moves

I've got trouble brewing. The other day I was waiting at the bus stop with my 6-year-old son. We were talking about when the bus would finally arrive ...

Blog Entry | Conversation | December 18, 2009

Fantasy Focus Football: December 18

Paul Severino, Christopher Harris and Stephania Bell get you ready for Week 15

SportsNation Guide: NFL Week 15

Vote: Cowboys-Saints | Power Rankings | MVP Watch | Coaches | Pick 'Em | Spread NFC blogger chats: NFC East | NFC South | NFC North | NFC West ...

FBO: Week 15 matchup analysis

After debunking the myth that is the yards-allowed-per-game statistic, Football Outsiders lists a number of players to start/sit this week based on their Week 15 matchups.

Story | Conversation | December 18, 2009

Broncos battle injuries

The Denver Broncos are banged up in both their offensive and defensive backfields as they prepare to face the Oakland Raiders on Sunday.

Raiders-Broncos Preview

Raiders-Broncos Preview

Countdown Daily Prediction: OAK-DEN

Mark Schlereth and Marcellus Wiley make their pick for the Raiders-Broncos game

Called Out: Brady, Hightower debated

Tristan H. Cockcroft calls out our rankers for the opinions on players such as Tom Brady, Greg Jennings and Reggie Bush.

FBO: The arrival of must-win time

Football Outsiders analyzes Week 15 in the 2009 NFL season. Thoughts: Cincy declines as the game progresses; the Giants can't stop anyone in the red zone; Aaron Rodgers and Matt Schaub actually seem to enjoy being blitzed and more.

Story | Conversation | December 17, 2009

Tough test for emotional Bengals

As they deal with the death of teammate Chris Henry, the Bengals have to somehow focus on football and get ready to face a talented Chargers team on the road, writes John Clayton.

OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: JaMarcus Russell #2 of the Oakland Raiders is sacked by Elvis Dumervil #92 of the Denver Broncos on September 27, 2009 during an...

Raiders to start Frye vs. Broncos

Charlie Frye will start at quarterback over former starter JaMarcus Russell when the Oakland Raiders visit the Denver Broncos on Sunday.

Broncos, Cards top Week 15 DST ranks

Fantasy football defense/special teams rankings for Week 15.