2016 NFL season

American football season March 2026 the American football season in the United States the Gaelic football season in Ireland 2016 National Football League (Ireland) December 2015 2016 2016 09 08 – 2017 01 01 January 7, 2017 New England Patriots Atlanta Falcons New England Patriots LI February 5, 2017 NRG Stadium, Houston January 29, 2017 Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Florida The 2016 NFL season was the 97th season in the history of the National Football League (NFL) and the 51st of the Super Bowl era. The season began on September 8, 2016, with the defending Super Bowl 50 champion Denver Broncos defeating the Carolina Panthers in the NFL Kickoff Game in a rematch of the Super Bowl. The season concluded with Super Bowl LI, the league's championship game on February 5, 2017, at NRG Stadium in Houston with the New England Patriots defeating the Atlanta Falcons 34–28. For the first time since the 2003 NFL season, neither of the previous season's Super Bowl participants made the playoffs.Ortega Mark E. Broncos, Panthers miss playoffs after Super Bowl 50 https://www.nfl.com/news/broncos-panthers-miss-playoffs-after-super-bowl-50-0ap3000000763687 NFL.com National Football League December 26, 2016 January 8, 2017 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170109114218/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000763687/article/broncos-panthers-miss-playoffs-after-super-bowl-50 January 9, 2017 mdy-all The former St. Louis Rams moved out of St. Louis, Missouri and returned to the Los Angeles metropolitan area, its home from 1946 to 1994.Hanzus Dan Rams to relocate to L.A.; Chargers first option to join https://www.nfl.com/news/rams-to-relocate-to-l-a-chargers-first-option-to-join-0ap3000000621645 NFL.com National Football League January 12, 2016 January 13, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160114055828/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000621645/article/rams-to-relocate-to-la-chargers-first-option-to-join January 14, 2016 mdy-allRams to Return to Los Angeles http://www.stlouisrams.com/news-and-events/article-1/Rams-to-Return-to-Los-Angeles/802b4e16-671e-4864-97b6-943115cdc4cf St. Louis Rams January 12, 2016 January 13, 2016 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20160113032719/http://www.stlouisrams.com/news-and-events/article-1/Rams-to-Return-to-Los-Angeles/802b4e16-671e-4864-97b6-943115cdc4cf January 13, 2016 mdy-all This was the first time an NFL team relocated to another state since the Houston Oilers relocated to Tennessee in 1997.The Oilers received approval to relocate to Nashville, Tennessee in 1997, but elected to play at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium in Memphis for one season while the Nashville venue now known as Nissan Stadium was under construction. After playing in San Diego for 56 years, the 2016 season was the last season for the San Diego Chargers before their return to the city of Los Angeles for 2017, where the franchise was based for their first season in 1960. This would be the first season in which the Super Bowl went into overtime, and the last until 2023. 3 Player movements and retirements The 2016 NFL league year began on March 9, 2016, at 4:00 p.m. ET. On March 7 clubs started to contact and enter into contract negotiations with the certified agents of players who became unrestricted free agents upon the expiration of their 2015 contracts two days later. On March 9, clubs exercised options for 2016 on players who have option clauses in their 2015 contracts, submitted qualifying offers to their restricted free agents with expiring contracts and to whom desire to retain a Right of Refusal/Compensation, submitted a Minimum Salary Tender to retain exclusive negotiating rights to their players with expiring 2015 contracts and who have fewer than three accrued season of free agent credit, and teams were required to be under the salary cap, using the "Top-51" definition (in which the 51 highest-paid players on the team's payroll must have a collective salary cap hit below the actual cap). All 2015 players contracts expired and trading period for 2016 begin. This season's salary cap increased to $155.27 million per team, up from $143.28 million in 2015.NFL salary cap set at $255.4M per team for 2024 regular season https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-salary-cap-set-at-255-4m-per-team-for-2024-regular-season NFL.com February 29, 2024 April 1, 2025 February 6, 2025 https://web.archive.org/web/20250206202102/https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-salary-cap-set-at-255-4m-per-team-for-2024-regular-season live Free agency A total of 496 players were eligible for some form of free agency at the beginning of the free agency period.Free Agency Signing Period Begins; 496 Players Become Free Agents https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Free-Agency-Signing-Period-Begins;-496-Players-Became-Free-Agents.aspx nflcommunications.com NFL Enterprises, LLC. March 9, 2016 March 9, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160323115626/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Free-Agency-Signing-Period-Begins;-496-Players-Became-Free-Agents.aspx March 23, 2016 mdy-all In addition, a number of highly paid players were released after the start of the league year to allow their teams to regain space under the salary cap. Among the notable players who changed teams via free agency were: Quarterbacks Robert Griffin III (Washington to Cleveland) and Brock Osweiler (Denver to Houston) Running backs Matt Forte (Chicago to New York Jets), Chris Ivory (New York Jets to Jacksonville) Lamar Miller (Miami to Houston), and Alfred Morris (Washington to Dallas) Wide receivers Travis Benjamin (Cleveland to San Diego), Marvin Jones (Cincinnati to Detroit), Rishard Matthews (Miami to Tennessee), and Mohamed Sanu (Cincinnati to Atlanta) Tight ends Coby Fleener (Indianapolis to New Orleans) and Benjamin Watson (New Orleans to Baltimore) Offensive linemen Alex Boone (San Francisco to Minnesota), Alex Mack (Cleveland to Atlanta), Russell Okung (Seattle to Denver), Kelechi Osemele (Baltimore to Oakland), Mitchell Schwartz (Cleveland to Kansas City), Donald Stephenson (Kansas City to Denver), Defensive linemen Damon Harrison (New York Jets to New York Giants) Malik Jackson (Denver to Jacksonville), Brandon Mebane (Seattle to San Diego), and Olivier Vernon (Miami to New York Giants) Linebackers Demario Davis (New York Jets to Cleveland), Bruce Irvin (Seattle to Oakland), and Danny Trevathan (Denver to Chicago) Defensive backs Prince Amukamara (New York Giants to Jacksonville), Tashaun Gipson (Cleveland to Jacksonville), Casey Hayward (Green Bay to San Diego), Janoris Jenkins (Los Angeles to New York Giants), Rodney McLeod (Los Angeles to Philadelphia), Josh Norman (Carolina to Washington), Sean Smith (Kansas City to Oakland), and Eric Weddle (San Diego to Baltimore) Trades March 9: Philadelphia traded CB Byron Maxwell, LB Kiko Alonso, and a 2016 first round pick to Miami in exchange for a 2016 first-round draft pick.Walker James Dolphins complete trade for Byron Maxwell, Kiko Alonso http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/14936999/miami-dolphins-complete-trade-byron-maxwell-kiko-alonso ESPN March 10, 2016 March 10, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160829025251/http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/14936999/miami-dolphins-complete-trade-byron-maxwell-kiko-alonso August 29, 2016 mdy-all March 9: Philadelphia traded RB DeMarco Murray along with a 2016 fourth round pick to Tennessee in exchange for a 2016 fourth round pick.March 7, 2016 Titans to acquire RB DeMarco Murray from Eagles https://www.nfl.com/news/titans-to-acquire-rb-demarco-murray-from-eagles-0ap3000000642098 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160308072520/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000642098/article/titans-to-acquire-rb-demarco-murray-from-eagles March 8, 2016 NFL.com mdy-all March 11: Philadelphia traded QB Mark Sanchez to Denver in exchange for a conditional 2017 seventh-round draft pick.Marc Sessler Mark Sanchez acquired by Broncos in trade with Eagles https://www.nfl.com/news/mark-sanchez-acquired-by-broncos-in-trade-with-eagles-0ap3000000643643 NFL.com March 11, 2016 March 11, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160311233409/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000643643/article/broncos-trade-for-eagles-qb-mark-sanchez March 11, 2016 mdy-all March 15: New England traded DE Chandler Jones to Arizona in exchange for G Jonathan Cooper and a 2016 second round pick.Patriots trade Chandler Jones to Cardinals https://www.nfl.com/news/patriots-trade-chandler-jones-to-cardinals-0ap3000000644613 NFL.com Marc Sessler March 15, 2016 March 15, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160316181247/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000644613/article/patriots-trade-chandler-jones-to-the-cardinals March 16, 2016 mdy-all March 16: Chicago traded TE Martellus Bennett along with a 2016 sixth round pick to New England in exchange for a 2016 fourth round pick.Martellus Bennett traded by Bears to Patriots https://www.nfl.com/news/martellus-bennett-traded-by-bears-to-patriots-0ap3000000645101 NFL.com Dan Hanzus March 16, 2016 March 17, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160318171246/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000645101/article/martellus-bennett-traded-by-bears-to-patriots March 18, 2016 mdy-all April 9: Denver traded OT Ryan Clady and a 2016 seventh round pick to the New York Jets in exchange for a 2016 fifth round pick.Jets acquire Ryan Clady in trade with Broncos https://www.nfl.com/news/jets-acquire-ryan-clady-in-trade-with-broncos-0ap3000000651782 NFL.com live https://web.archive.org/web/20160410072046/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000651782/article/jets-acquire-ryan-clady-in-trade-with-broncos April 10, 2016 mdy-all August 16: Tennessee traded WR Dorial Green-Beckham to Philadelphia in exchange for G Dennis Kelly.https://www.nfl.com/news/dorial-green-beckham-traded-to-eagles-from-titans-0ap3000000685910 Eagles acquire Dorial Green-Beckham from Titans NFL.com 2016-08-16 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160817013206/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000685910/article/eagles-acquire-dorial-greenbeckham-from-titans August 17, 2016 mdy-all September 3: Philadelphia traded QB Sam Bradford to Minnesota for a 2017 first round pick and conditional 2018 fourth round pick.https://www.nfl.com/news/sam-bradford-traded-to-vikings-for-two-draft-picks-0ap3000000694979 Sam Bradford traded to Vikings for two draft picks Orr Connor NFL.com live https://web.archive.org/web/20180222003508/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000694979/article/sam-bradford-traded-to-vikings-for-two-draft-picks February 22, 2018 mdy-all October 31: the New England traded LB Jamie Collins, Sr. to Cleveland for a conditional 2017 third round pick. Notable retirements DE Jared Allen – Five-time Pro Bowler and four-time first-team All-Pro. Played for Kansas City, Minnesota, Chicago, and Carolina during his 12-year career.https://www.nfl.com/news/jared-allen-announces-retirement-after-12-seasons-0ap3000000637002 Jared Allen announces retirement after 12 seasons NFL.com February 18, 2016 February 10, 2022 February 22, 2022 https://web.archive.org/web/20220222224603/https://www.nfl.com/news/jared-allen-announces-retirement-after-12-seasons-0ap3000000637002 live RB Arian Foster – Four-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro (two first-team, one second-team). Played for Houston and Miami during his eight-year career.Wesseling Chris Dolphins' Arian Foster announces his NFL retirement https://www.nfl.com/news/dolphins-arian-foster-announces-his-nfl-retirement-0ap3000000727497 NFL.com October 25, 2016 October 25, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161025013533/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000727497/article/dolphins-arian-foster-announces-his-nfl-retirement October 25, 2016 mdy-all WR Calvin Johnson – Six-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro (three first-team, one second-team). Played for Detroit during his entire nine-year career.https://www.nfl.com/news/lions-announce-calvin-johnson-has-retired-0ap3000000642221 Lions announce Calvin Johnson has retired NFL.com Patra Kevin March 8, 2016 February 10, 2022 January 13, 2022 https://web.archive.org/web/20220113112155/https://www.nfl.com/news/lions-announce-calvin-johnson-has-retired-0ap3000000642221 live RB Marshawn Lynch – Five-time Pro Bowler, two-time All-Pro (one first-team, one second-team), and Super Bowl XLVIII champion. Played for Buffalo and Seattle during his nine-year career.https://www.nfl.com/news/marshawn-lynch-retires-after-nine-seasons-0ap3000000634345 Marshawn Lynch retires after nine seasons NFL.com Wesseling Chris February 8, 2016 February 10, 2022 March 8, 2019 https://web.archive.org/web/20190308201834/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000634345/article/marshawn-lynch-retires-after-nine-seasons live Prior to the 2017 season, Lynch came out of retirement, signing with Oakland.Gutierrez Paul Seahawks, Raiders agree to swap, bringing Marshawn Lynch to Oakland https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/19159591/marshawn-lynch-set-join-oakland-raiders-trade-seattle-seahawks-agreed-to ESPN April 14, 2017 July 25, 2025 June 19, 2024 https://web.archive.org/web/20240619192600/https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/19159591/marshawn-lynch-set-join-oakland-raiders-trade-seattle-seahawks-agreed-to live G Logan Mankins - Seven-time Pro Bowler and six-time All-Pro (one first-team, five second-team). Played for New England and Tampa Bay during his 11-year career.Bucs guard Logan Mankins retires Tampa Bay Times 2016-03-08 https://www.tampabay.com/sports/football/bucs/bucs-guard-logan-mankins-retires/2268356/ 2024-07-24 December 5, 2024 https://web.archive.org/web/20241205141248/https://www.tampabay.com/sports/football/bucs/bucs-guard-logan-mankins-retires/2268356/ live QB Peyton Manning – Fourteen-time Pro Bowler, 10-time All-Pro (seven first-team, three second-team), first overall selection in the 1998 NFL draft, five-time NFL MVP (2003, 2004, 2008, 2009, and 2013), two-time Offensive Player of the Year (2004 and 2013), two-time Super Bowl champion (XLI and 50), Super Bowl XLI MVP, 2005 Walter Payton Man of the Year, and 2012 Comeback Player of the year. Played for the Indianapolis and Denver during his 18-year career.https://www.nfl.com/news/peyton-manning-announces-retirement-from-nfl-0ap3000000641930#:~:text=Peyton%20Manning%20announces%20retirement%20from%20NFL%20Published%3A%20Mar,he%20ended%20his%20career%20with%20the%20perfect%20goodbye. Peyton Manning announces retirement from NFL NFL.com March 7, 2016 February 10, 2022 November 8, 2020 https://web.archive.org/web/20201108130459/https://www.nfl.com/news/peyton-manning-announces-retirement-from-nfl-0ap3000000641930#:~:text=Peyton%20Manning%20announces%20retirement%20from%20NFL%20Published%3A%20Mar,he%20ended%20his%20career%20with%20the%20perfect%20goodbye. live S Charles Woodson – Nine-time Pro Bowler, eight-time All-Pro (four first-team, four second-team), 2009 Defensive Player of the Year, and Super Bowl XLV champion. Played for Oakland and Green Bay during his 18-year career.https://www.nfl.com/news/raiders-charles-woodson-to-retire-after-2015-season-0ap3000000606924 Raiders' Charles Woodson to retire after 2015 season NFL.com Wesseling Chris December 21, 2015 February 10, 2022 February 21, 2022 https://web.archive.org/web/20220221191307/https://www.nfl.com/news/raiders-charles-woodson-to-retire-after-2015-season-0ap3000000606924 live Others Husain AbdullahTeicher Adam March 28, 2016 'Personal health' primary reason for Husain Abdullah to retire https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/15082468/husain-abdullah-announces-retirement-instagram-health-top-reason September 20, 2023 ESPN.com en Associated Press December 27, 2023 https://web.archive.org/web/20231227191555/https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/15082468/husain-abdullah-announces-retirement-instagram-health-top-reason live Jon Beasonhttp://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2016/02/giants_cut_linebacker_jon_beason.html Giants linebacker Jon Beason announces his retirement Kratch James February 10, 2016 NJ.com March 9, 2016 March 10, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160310075300/http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2016/02/giants_cut_linebacker_jon_beason.html live Chris ClemonsWesseling Chris July 28, 2016 Chris Clemons informs Seahawks he plans to retire https://www.nfl.com/news/chris-clemons-informs-seahawks-he-plans-to-retire-0ap3000000677593 2023-03-27 NFL.com January 24, 2025 https://web.archive.org/web/20250124063509/https://www.nfl.com/news/chris-clemons-informs-seahawks-he-plans-to-retire-0ap3000000677593 live Darnell DockettNFL.com https://www.nfl.com/news/darnell-dockett-retires-after-10-seasons-in-nfl-0ap3000000676456 Darnell Dockett retires after 10 seasons in NFL Conor Orr July 25, 2016 July 25, 2016 March 5, 2021 https://web.archive.org/web/20210305005133/https://www.nfl.com/news/darnell-dockett-retires-after-10-seasons-in-nfl-0ap3000000676456 live D'Brickashaw Fergusonhttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/15160660/dbrickashaw-ferguson-choosing-retire-age-32 D'Brickashaw Ferguson announces retirement at age 32 ESPN April 9, 2016 Rich Cimini April 12, 2016 December 3, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20161203201557/http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/15160660/dbrickashaw-ferguson-choosing-retire-age-32 live Daniel FellsHeck Jordan https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/daniel-fells-retires-mrsa-giants-career-foot-infection/e21pflu8p8w21aj8r7iw28scm Daniel Fells retires from NFL after battle with MRSA July 27, 2016 July 27, 2016 sportingnews.com Matt HasselbeckRosenthal Gregg March 9, 2016 Matt Hasselbeck announces his retirement https://www.nfl.com/news/matt-hasselbeck-announces-his-retirement-0ap3000000642630 March 9, 2016 NFL.com May 15, 2021 https://web.archive.org/web/20210515122314/https://www.nfl.com/news/matt-hasselbeck-announces-his-retirement-0ap3000000642630 live Greg JenningsNFL.com https://www.nfl.com/news/greg-jennings-announces-his-nfl-retirement-0ap3000000676465 Greg Jennings announces his NFL retirement Gregg Rosenthal July 25, 2016 July 25, 2016 November 8, 2020 https://web.archive.org/web/20201108233018/https://www.nfl.com/news/greg-jennings-announces-his-nfl-retirement-0ap3000000676465 live Phil Loadholthttps://www.nfl.com/news/phil-loadholt-informs-minnesota-vikings-he-is-retiring-0ap3000000676436 Phil Loadholt informs Minnesota Vikings he is retiring NFL.com July 25, 2016 July 25, 2016 October 22, 2020 https://web.archive.org/web/20201022130840/https://www.nfl.com/news/phil-loadholt-informs-minnesota-vikings-he-is-retiring-0ap3000000676436 live Rashean Mathishttps://www.nfl.com/news/lions-cb-rashean-mathis-announces-retirement-0ap3000000636448 Lions CB Rashean Mathis announces retirement Patra Kevin NFL.com February 16, 2016 February 16, 2016 July 24, 2021 https://web.archive.org/web/20210724122708/https://www.nfl.com/news/lions-cb-rashean-mathis-announces-retirement-0ap3000000636448 live Jerod MayoFebruary 16, 2016 Patriots LB Jerod Mayo retires https://www.si.com/nfl/2016/02/16/jerod-mayo-retires-new-england-patriots February 26, 2024 Sports Illustrated en-us February 26, 2024 https://web.archive.org/web/20240226142256/https://www.si.com/nfl/2016/02/16/jerod-mayo-retires-new-england-patriots live Heath MillerCoolong Neal February 19, 2016 Heath Miller retires after 11-year career USA Today http://steelerswire.usatoday.com/2016/02/19/heath-miller-retirement-steelers/ February 19, 2016 February 21, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160221064025/http://steelerswire.usatoday.com/2016/02/19/heath-miller-retirement-steelers/ live Lance MooreSessler Marc August 8, 2016 Veteran receiver Lance Moore announces retirement https://www.nfl.com/news/veteran-receiver-lance-moore-announces-retirement-0ap3000000681558 August 8, 2016 NFL.com November 8, 2020 https://web.archive.org/web/20201108171717/https://www.nfl.com/news/veteran-receiver-lance-moore-announces-retirement-0ap3000000681558 live Manny RamirezRamirez retires after eight seasons http://www.chicagobears.com/news/article-1/Ramirez-retires-after-eight-seasons/fd466f21-37ee-4231-9ee4-d229cf4c84db dead https://web.archive.org/web/20160610164138/http://www.chicagobears.com/news/article-1/Ramirez-retires-after-eight-seasons/fd466f21-37ee-4231-9ee4-d229cf4c84db June 10, 2016 June 9, 2016 Chicagobears.com Antrel RollePro Bowl safety Antrel Rolle announces retirement https://www.nfl.com/news/pro-bowl-safety-antrel-rolle-announces-retirement-0ap3000000735363 Orr, Conor November 7, 2016 NFL.com April 3, 2025 April 3, 2025 https://web.archive.org/web/20250403010031/https://www.nfl.com/news/pro-bowl-safety-antrel-rolle-announces-retirement-0ap3000000735363 live A.J. Tarpleyhttps://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/08/sports/football/aj-tarpley-buffalo-bills-retires-concussion.html A.J. Tarpley Retires From N.F.L. at Age 23, Citing Concussions April 3, 2025 February 2, 2019 https://web.archive.org/web/20190202044317/https://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/08/sports/football/aj-tarpley-buffalo-bills-retires-concussion.html live Walter ThurmondSheridan Phil March 11, 2015 Former Philadelphia Eagles DB Walter Thurmond retiring at 28 https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/15853313/former-philadelphia-eagles-db-walter-thurmond-retiring-28 2024-10-23 ESPN April 3, 2025 https://web.archive.org/web/20250403010031/https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/15853313/former-philadelphia-eagles-db-walter-thurmond-retiring-28 live Charles TillmanWiederer Dan July 21, 2016 Charles Tillman expected to re-sign, retire with Bears Chicago Tribune http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-charles-tillman-retires-bears-20160721-story.html July 21, 2016 July 24, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160724160158/http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-charles-tillman-retires-bears-20160721-story.html live Justin TuckPatra Kevin February 1, 2016 Justin Tuck announces retirement after 11 seasons https://www.nfl.com/news/justin-tuck-announces-retirement-after-11-seasons-0ap3000000630928 August 27, 2019 NFL.com en August 4, 2020 https://web.archive.org/web/20200804121008/https://www.nfl.com/news/justin-tuck-announces-retirement-after-11-seasons-0ap3000000630928 live Draft 2016 NFL draft The 2016 NFL draft was held between April 28 − April 30, 2016, in Chicago. By way of a trade with the Tennessee Titans, the Los Angeles Rams held the first overall pick and selected QB Jared Goff. Rule changes The following rule changes were approved for the 2016 NFL season at the owners' meeting on March 22:Brinson Will Chop blocks hit the chopping block as NFL makes seven new rules changes http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/25526663/here-are-the-seven-nfl-playing-rule-changes-for-2016 CBSSports.com March 22, 2016 March 22, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160323175956/http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/25526663/here-are-the-seven-nfl-playing-rule-changes-for-2016 March 23, 2016 mdy-all Allowing the offensive and defensive play callers on the coaching staffs to use the coach-to-player communication system regardless of whether they are on the field or in the coaches' booth. Permanently adopting the extra-point rules enacted in the 2015 NFL season. Extra point kicks will be from the 15 yard line, and defenses can return blocked PAT's, fumbles or interceptions on two-point tries for a two-point defensive conversion. Outlaw all chop blocks anywhere on the field. Previously, the chop block was legal when an offensive lineman chops a defensive player "while the defensive player is physically engaged above the waist by the blocking attempt of another offensive teammate". Expand the definition of a "horse-collar tackle" to include tackles where a player is grabbed by the jersey at or above the name plate and dragged to the ground. Making the act of calling time-out when not permitted to do so subject to a delay-of-game penalty (5 yards). Changing from a five-yard penalty to a loss of down when a receiver goes out of bounds and comes back in to illegally touch a forward pass. Eliminating multiple spots of enforcement for a double foul committed after a change of possession. The umpire will now line up in the offensive backfield directly across from the referee at all times in the game, ending the practice of the umpire moving behind the defensive line when the offense is inside the five-yard line or in the final 2:00 of the first half & the final 5:00 of the second half. The following changes were approved for only the 2016 NFL season at the owners' meeting on March 23. Both were subject to become permanent rules or scrapped for 2017. Moving the touchback spot after kickoffs and other free kicks to the 25-yard line, similar to the NCAA rule adopted in the 2012 season (a touchback after a turnover or punt will still be placed on the 20-yard line). The goal for this rule change is to decrease the number of kickoff returns: kick returners may be more reluctant to bring the ball out from the end zone because of the greater risk of being tackled before reaching the 25-yard line. NFL officials concede that this may in fact increase kickoff returns because kickers may instead attempt to pin returners inside the 10-yard line.Breech John NFL implements huge new touchback rule, admits it could backfire http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/25528216/nfl-implements-huge-new-touchback-rule-admits-it-could-backfire CBSSports.com March 23, 2016 March 23, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160326124530/http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/25528216/nfl-implements-huge-new-touchback-rule-admits-it-could-backfire March 26, 2016 mdy-all This rule was made permanent in 2018. Players committing two unsportsmanlike conduct penalties in the same game will be automatically ejected from the game. This was in response to New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. committing three personal fouls in one game against the Carolina Panthers cornerback Josh Norman without being ejected. This change is being referred to as the "Odell Beckham Rule". NFL officials, however, clarify that this new rule would not have ejected Beckham since he committed personal fouls and not unsportsmanlike conduct penalties.Vacchiano Ralph NFL owners approve 'Odell Beckham Rule,' players will be tossed after two 'unsportsmanlike conduct' penalties http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/giants/nfl-owners-approve-odell-beckham-rule-article-1.2574788 March 24, 2016 New York Daily News March 24, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160326112947/http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/giants/nfl-owners-approve-odell-beckham-rule-article-1.2574788 March 26, 2016 mdy-all The following changes to instant replay rules were approved for the 2016 NFL season at the owners' meeting on May 24:Orr Connor Changes to league's instant replay rules pass https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-owners-approve-changes-to-instant-replay-system-0ap3000000664581 May 24, 2016 NFL.com NFL May 24, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160525051653/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000664581/article/changes-to-leagues-instant-replay-system-pass May 25, 2016 mdy-all Refining what is a reviewable play, including the following: Plays involving possession. Plays involving touching of either the ball or the ground. Plays governed by the goal line. Plays governed by the boundary lines. Plays governed by the line of scrimmage. Plays governed by the line to gain (1st down). Number of players on the field at the snap. Game administration (which includes correct application of the playing rules, proper down, spot of the foul for penalty application, and game clock status (running clock, not running clock, end of period) Additional rule updates made for the 2016 season include: Banning players from wearing hoodies under their uniform shirts. This was adopted in response to Green Bay Packers wide receiver James Jones using that style in the 2015 season, which hid his name plate under the hood.Seifert Kevin Source: Player hoodies banned on field as part of NFL rules updates http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/16057096/player-hoodies-banned-assistant-coaches-barred-field-part-nfl-rule-updates ESPN June 9, 2016 June 9, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160829013216/http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/16057096/player-hoodies-banned-assistant-coaches-barred-field-part-nfl-rule-updates August 29, 2016 mdy-all Banning any coaches except for the head coach from entering the field of play, and then only to check on an injured player. This was in response to the incident involving Pittsburgh Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter and several Cincinnati Bengals players, especially Adam Jones, during the 2015–16 NFL playoffs. If the coin does not flip (as it did during the 2015–16 NFL Playoff game between the Green Bay Packers and the Arizona Cardinals), during the pre-game or pre-OT toss, the Referee can re-toss the coin using the captain's original call. Practice squads can now have up to four players with two seasons of experience, an increase from the two players allowed the previous two years.Wilson Aaron NFL changes rules for practice-squad members https://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/NFL-changes-rules-for-practice-squad-members-8318574.php June 22, 2016 Houston Chronicle June 22, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160622175508/http://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/NFL-changes-rules-for-practice-squad-members-8318574.php June 22, 2016 mdy-all Injury reports will no longer include the "probable" designation. The league had discouraged using the designation for anything beyond minor injuries after 2005 (in a game in which Michael Vick, listed as probable on the injury report, also was listed as inactive), to the point where almost all of the players who were being listed as probable ultimately played. The "questionable" category will now be broadened to include any injury that could possibly prevent a player from entering the game, while the "doubtful" category will likewise be generalized to include any player who is more likely to not play than play. Prior to 2016, each designation represented the approximate odds of the player seeing any playing time: 75 percent for probable, 50 percent for questionable and 25 percent for doubtful.Florio Mike Mike Florio NFL drops "probable" from injury report, redefines "questionable" and "doubtful" http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/08/21/nfl-drops-probable-from-injury-report-redefines-questionable-and-doubtful/ Profootballtalk.com NBC Sports August 21, 2016 August 21, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160822055333/http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/08/21/nfl-drops-probable-from-injury-report-redefines-questionable-and-doubtful/ August 22, 2016 mdy-all 2016 deaths The following people associated with the NFL (or AFL) died in 2016.2016 Pro Football Deaths https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2016/deaths.htm Pro-Football-Reference.com June 29, 2016 June 29, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160722164014/http://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2016/deaths.htm July 22, 2016 mdy-all Dennis Green Dennis Green died July 21. Green was named the head coach of the Minnesota Vikings in 1992, becoming the second full-time black head coach in NFL history (Art Shell, who had been hired for the Los Angeles Raiders three years prior, was the first). Green spent ten years coaching the Vikings, eight of them being playoff seasons, but never made it to the Super Bowl. He then took over the Arizona Cardinals from 2004 to 2006, to much less success, most infamously in the Monday Night Meltdown, in which he let off a tirade after losing a game. Green had also spent time as an assistant coach with the San Francisco 49ers and as a broadcast commentator. Green was 67.Mather Victor Dennis Green, Pioneering Coach of the Vikings and the Cardinals, Dies at 67 https://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/23/sports/football/dennis-green-dead.html?_r=0 July 23, 2016 The New York Times July 22, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160727235849/http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/23/sports/football/dennis-green-dead.html?_r=0 July 27, 2016 mdy-all Winston Hill Winston Hill died on April 26. Hill, an offensive tackle for the New York Jets for 13 seasons and spent the last one with the Los Angeles Rams. He was a four-time Pro Bowler and a three-time Second-Team All-Pro. He also won Super Bowl III in 1968 with the Jets. He was posthumously inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2020. Hill was 74.Lange Randy Winston Hill, Jets' Decorated Tackle, Dies at 74 http://www.newyorkjets.com/news/article-randylangefb/Winston-Hill-Jets-Decorated-Tackle-Dies-at-74/c4f00038-97c2-4cdc-8d6f-ddbdacb64bd6 newyorkjets.com April 26, 2016 April 26, 2016 April 27, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160427133629/http://www.newyorkjets.com/news/article-randylangefb/Winston-Hill-Jets-Decorated-Tackle-Dies-at-74/c4f00038-97c2-4cdc-8d6f-ddbdacb64bd6 live Buddy Ryan thumb|Buddy Ryan James "Buddy" Ryan died June 28. Ryan, a head coach and defensive coordinator who served with six NFL teams over the course of his career, was credited with inventing the 46 defense. His contributions to the game were considered crucial to helping the New York Jets secure an upset win in Super Bowl III and played a key role in the Chicago Bears' rout in Super Bowl XX. His sons, Rex and Rob, were both coaches with the Buffalo Bills at the time (a team the elder Ryan turned down a coaching offer from in the early years of his career). Ryan was 85.Finley Patrick Former Bears defensive guru Buddy Ryan dead at 85 http://chicago.suntimes.com/1985-chicago-bears/report-former-bears-defensive-guru-buddy-ryan-dead-at-82/ June 28, 2016 Chicago Sun-Times June 28, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160629234944/http://chicago.suntimes.com/1985-chicago-bears/report-former-bears-defensive-guru-buddy-ryan-dead-at-82/ June 29, 2016 mdy-allEckel Mark Former Eagles head coach Buddy Ryan was one of a kind http://www.nj.com/eagles/index.ssf/2016/06/former_eagles_head_coach_buddy_ryan_was_one_of_a_k.html June 29, 2016 The Hunterdon County Democrat June 28, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160629161901/http://www.nj.com/eagles/index.ssf/2016/06/former_eagles_head_coach_buddy_ryan_was_one_of_a_k.html June 29, 2016 mdy-all Regular season The 2016 regular season featured 256 games which were played out over a seventeen-week schedule beginning on Thursday, September 8, 2016. Each of the league's 32 teams played a 16-game schedule, with one bye week for each team scheduled between weeks 4–13. The slate also featured games on Monday night. There were games played on Thursday, including the National Football League Kickoff game in prime time on September 8 and games on Thanksgiving Day. The regular season concluded with a full slate of 16 games on Sunday, January 1, 2017, all of which were intra-divisional matchups, as it has been since 2010. Scheduling formula Under the NFL's current scheduling formula, each team played each of the other three teams in its own division twice. In addition, a team played against all four teams in one other division from each conference. The final two games on a team's schedule were against the two teams in the team's own conference in the two divisions the team was not set to play which finished the previous season in the same rank in their division (e.g. the team which finished first in its division the previous season played each other team in its conference that also finished first in its respective division). The pre-set division pairings for 2016 were:    Intra-conference AFC North vs. AFC East AFC South vs. AFC West NFC North vs. NFC East NFC South vs. NFC West   Inter-conference AFC East vs. NFC West AFC North vs. NFC East AFC South vs. NFC North AFC West vs. NFC South The complete 2016 schedule was released on April 14, 2016. Highlights of the 2016 schedule included: NFL Kickoff Game: The 2016 season began with the Kickoff Game on September 8. The 2015 champion Denver Broncos hosted and defeated the Carolina Panthers 21–20 in a rematch of Super Bowl 50, marking the first time since the Kickoff game was established that it was a rematch of the previous Super Bowl, and the first such meeting of both Super Bowl participants during the first week of the next season since the 1970 season (when the Minnesota Vikings and Kansas City Chiefs held a rematch of Super Bowl IV to kick off the new post-merger era). The Broncos debuted Trevor Siemian as their new starting quarterback; Siemian had been the Broncos' third-string quarterback and ascended to the starting position after Peyton Manning, their starting quarterback for the 2012 through 2015 seasons, retired following Super Bowl 50, and second-stringer Brock Osweiler left as a free agent for the Houston Texans. International Series: Four games were played internationally this season. Three of the games were played in London, England and the fourth was played in Mexico City, Mexico. The Jacksonville Jaguars played host to and defeated the Indianapolis Colts 30–27 on October 2 at Wembley Stadium, marking the fourth of at least eight consecutive years in which the Jaguars hosted a game in London. On October 23, in the first NFL game at Twickenham Stadium also in London, the Los Angeles Rams hosted and were defeated by the New York Giants 17–10. The Cincinnati Bengals played host to and tied with the Washington Redskins 27–27 on October 30 at Wembley Stadium in London.2016 UK International Series schedule announced https://www.nfl.com/news/2016-uk-international-series-schedule-announced-0ap3000000587776 NFL.com November 25, 2015 December 30, 2015 live https://web.archive.org/web/20151229001728/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000587776/article/2016-uk-international-series-schedule-announced December 29, 2015 mdy-all Finally, on Monday, November 21, the Oakland Raiders hosted and defeated the Houston Texans 27–20 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, in the first Monday night game to be played outside of the United States and the second regular-season contest to be held in Mexico (the first being the 2005 Fútbol Americano contest.)Back to Mexico: Texans-Raiders to play Nov. 21 in Mexico City https://www.nfl.com/news/back-to-mexico-texans-raiders-to-play-nov-21-in-mexico-city-0ap3000000632878 NFL.com February 5, 2016 February 5, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160206083946/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000632878/article/back-to-mexico-texansraiders-to-play-nov-21-in-mexico-city February 6, 2016 mdy-all Thanksgiving Day games: As has been the case since 2006, three games were played on Thursday, November 24, 2016. The Detroit Lions hosted and defeated the Minnesota Vikings 16–13, the Dallas Cowboys hosted and defeated the Washington Redskins 31–26, and the evening game, the first Thanksgiving game to feature teams from the AFC since 2013, featured the Indianapolis Colts hosting and being defeated by the Pittsburgh Steelers 28–7. Christmas games: Christmas Day, December 25, fell on a Sunday in 2016. The Sunday afternoon games were moved to Saturday, Christmas Eve, and joined by a Thursday Night Special game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Houston Texans; the Texans won 12–10. Two nationally televised games were played on Christmas Day; a late-afternoon Thursday Night Special game was played between the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers; the Steelers won 31–27, while Sunday Night Football was played between the Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs; the Chiefs won 33–10. In-season scheduling changes Pro Football Hall of Fame Game: The 2016 edition of the preseason Hall of Fame Game, between Green Bay and Indianapolis, was canceled due to unsafe playing conditions at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, caused by the use of improper paints applied to the field to create the Hall of Fame logo and other markings.Hall of Fame Game canceled due to field concerns https://www.nfl.com/news/hall-of-fame-game-canceled-due-to-field-concerns-0ap3000000681448 NFL.com 2016-08-08 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160808162801/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000681448/article/hall-of-fame-game-canceled-due-to-field-concerns August 8, 2016 mdy-all Week 8: The Green Bay–Atlanta game, originally scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET, was switched to 4:25 p.m. ET in place of the originally-scheduled Arizona–Carolina game, which was originally scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET (both games still on Fox).Week 8 Schedule Change https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Week-8-Schedule-Change.aspx nflcommunications.com 2016-10-13 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161022063040/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Week-8-Schedule-Change.aspx October 22, 2016 mdy-all Week 12: The Kansas City–Denver game, originally scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS, was flexed into the 8:30 p.m. ET slot on NBC's Sunday Night Football, in place of the originally-scheduled New England–New York Jets game, which was moved to 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS.https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Week-12-November-27-Schedule-Change-Chiefs-Broncos-Moves-to-830-PM-ET-on-NBC.aspx Week 12 (November 27) Schedule Change nflcommunications.com 2016-11-14 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161115072710/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Week-12-November-27-Schedule-Change-Chiefs-Broncos-Moves-to-830-PM-ET-on-NBC.aspx November 15, 2016 mdy-all Week 14: The New Orleans–Tampa Bay game, originally scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET, was switched to 4:25 p.m. ET, still on Fox. The Bears–Lions game was "cross-flexed" from Fox to CBS, still at 1:00 p.m. ET.Week 14 Schedule Change https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/WEEK-14-(DECEMBER-11)-SCHEDULE-CHANGE.aspx nflcommunications.com NFL 29 November 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161130054107/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/WEEK-14-(DECEMBER-11)-SCHEDULE-CHANGE.aspx November 30, 2016 mdy-all Week 15: The Tampa Bay–Dallas game, originally scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox, was flexed into the 8:30 p.m. ET slot on NBC's Sunday Night Football, in place of the originally-scheduled Pittsburgh–Cincinnati game, which was moved to 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS.Week 15 Schedule Change https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Week-15-(December-18)-Scheduling-Change.aspx nflcommunications.com NFL 10 December 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161224020934/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Week-15-(December-18)-Scheduling-Change.aspx December 24, 2016 mdy-all Week 16: The Tampa Bay–New Orleans game, originally scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox, was switched to 4:25 p.m. ET (still on Fox).Week 16 Schedule Change https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/WEEK-16-(DECEMBER-24)-SCHEDULE-CHANGE.aspx nflcommunications.com NFL 12 December 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161224152709/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/WEEK-16-(DECEMBER-24)-SCHEDULE-CHANGE.aspx December 24, 2016 mdy-all Week 17: The Green Bay–Detroit game, which was originally scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox, was selected for the final 8:30 p.m. NBC Sunday Night Football game, which for the second consecutive season decided the NFC North division champion. Also, the New Orleans–Atlanta game and the New York Giants–Washington game were moved from 1:00 p.m. ET to 4:25 p.m. ET, with both games still on Fox. Regular season standings Division Conference Postseason 2016–17 NFL playoffs The 2016 playoffs began on the weekend of January 7–8, 2017 with the Wild Card playoff round. The four winners of these playoff games visited the top two seeded teams in each conference in the Divisional round games, which were played on the weekend of January 14–15, 2017. The winners of those games advanced to the Conference championship games, which were held on January 22, 2017. The 2017 Pro Bowl was held at the recently renovated Camping World Stadium (the former Citrus Bowl stadium) in Orlando, Florida on January 29, 2017, and aired on ESPN.Soshnick Scott The NFL Pro Bowl Is Moving to Orlando https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-05-19/nfl-said-to-be-moving-pro-bowl-game-to-orlando-from-honolulu May 19, 2016 Bloomberg News live https://web.archive.org/web/20160519221608/http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-05-19/nfl-said-to-be-moving-pro-bowl-game-to-orlando-from-honolulu May 19, 2016 mdy-all Super Bowl LI was held on February 5, 2017, at NRG Stadium in Houston on Fox. Playoffs bracket Notable events Deflategate On April 25, 2016, the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals reinstated New England Patriots' quarterback Tom Brady's four-game suspension for the 2016 regular season related to Deflategate; Brady dropped his appeal shortly thereafter and declined to take his case to the Supreme Court.Orr Connor Tom Brady's four-game suspension reinstated https://www.nfl.com/news/tom-brady-s-four-game-suspension-reinstated-by-court-0ap3000000655649 NFL.com April 25, 2016 April 25, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160426121909/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000655649/article/brady-fourgame-suspension-reinstated-by-us-appeals-court April 26, 2016 mdy-allTom Brady has 4-game suspension upheld, not ready to accept ruling https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/15353950/tom-brady-new-england-patriots-four-game-suspension-deflategate-reinstated-appeals-court April 27, 2016 ESPN News Services Associated Press April 27, 2016 New York City live https://web.archive.org/web/20160426150714/http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/15353950/tom-brady-new-england-patriots-four-game-suspension-deflategate-reinstated-appeals-court April 26, 2016 mdy-all National anthem protests U.S. national anthem kneeling protests In 2016, several professional athletes protested the United States national anthem. The protests began in the NFL, when San Francisco 49ers' quarterback Colin Kaepernick sat during the anthem, as opposed to the tradition of standing, before a preseason game.Sandritter Mark A timeline of Colin Kaepernick's national anthem protest and the NFL players who joined him September 11, 2016 https://www.sbnation.com/2016/9/11/12869726/colin-kaepernick-national-anthem-protest-seahawks-brandon-marshall-nfl SB Nation 20 September 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160912110107/https://www.sbnation.com/2016/9/11/12869726/colin-kaepernick-national-anthem-protest-seahawks-brandon-marshall-nfl September 12, 2016 mdy-all Records, milestones, and notable statistics Week 1 Cam Newton scored his 44th career rushing touchdown, surpassing Steve Young for the most career rushing touchdowns by a quarterback in NFL history. Newton, who had scored a passing touchdown in the first quarter, also surpassed Young for the most career games with both a passing touchdown and a rushing touchdown by a quarterback in NFL history, with 32.Ingrassia Nunzio Cam Newton breaks a touchdown record held by Steve Young in first half http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/cam-newton-breaks-a-touchdown-record-held-by-steve-young-in-first-half-090816.amp.html Fox Sports Digital Media Foxsports.com September 9, 2016 September 9, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160915165639/http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/cam-newton-breaks-a-touchdown-record-held-by-steve-young-in-first-half-090816.amp.html September 15, 2016 mdy-all Drew Brees tied Peyton Manning for the most 400-yard passing games in a career (17 overall, regular season and postseason combined) by a quarterback.Saints Postgame Notes: September 11, 2016 http://www.neworleanssaints.com/news-and-events/article-1/Saints-Postgame-Notes-September-11-2016/f9e8fdf8-592b-48b2-a141-77dbe35ae388 neworleanssaints.com September 12, 2016 September 11, 2016 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20160920165413/http://www.neworleanssaints.com/news-and-events/article-1/Saints-Postgame-Notes-September-11-2016/f9e8fdf8-592b-48b2-a141-77dbe35ae388 September 20, 2016 mdy-all Week 4 Frank Gore surpassed Marshall Faulk for 10th place on the NFL's all-time rushing yards list.Keefer Zak Colts sloppy early, comeback falls short http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2016/10/02/colts-sloppy-early-comeback-falls-short/91326796/ October 4, 2016 The Indianapolis Star October 2, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161003175701/http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2016/10/02/colts-sloppy-early-comeback-falls-short/91326796/ October 3, 2016 mdy-all Matt Ryan and Julio Jones became the first passer/receiver duo in NFL history with 500+ passing yards and 300+ receiving yards in a game.Odum Charles Ryan, Jones set records as Falcons beat Panthers 48–33 http://pro32.ap.org/article/ryan-jones-set-records-falcons-beat-panthers-48-33 October 3, 2016 AP Sports Associated Press October 2, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161003175754/http://pro32.ap.org/article/ryan-jones-set-records-falcons-beat-panthers-48-33 October 3, 2016 mdy-all Matthew Stafford broke the NFL record previously held by Dan Marino for most passing yards in a player's first 100 games, with 27,174.Meinke Kyle Lions QB Matthew Stafford breaks another NFL passing record http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2016/10/lions_qb_matthew_stafford_brea.html MLive.com Advance Publications October 4, 2016 October 2, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161005064611/http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2016/10/lions_qb_matthew_stafford_brea.html October 5, 2016 mdy-all Week 5 Bill Belichick won his 250th career game (including the post-season). He became the fourth head coach to reach this mark joining Don Shula, George Halas and Tom Landry.Seven From Sunday – Week 5 https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/SEVEN-FROM-SUNDAY-–-WEEK-5-2016.aspx nflcommunications.com NFL Communications October 18, 2016 October 9, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161022080449/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/SEVEN-FROM-SUNDAY-%E2%80%93-WEEK-5-2016.aspx October 22, 2016 mdy-all Week 6 Dak Prescott broke the NFL record for most consecutive pass attempts without an interception to start a career, a record previously held by Tom Brady with 162 passes.Armas Genaro Cowboys keep rolling behind rookies Prescott, Elliott http://pro32.ap.org/article/cowboys-keep-rolling-behind-rookies-prescott-elliott October 17, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports October 17, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161019010634/http://pro32.ap.org/article/cowboys-keep-rolling-behind-rookies-prescott-elliott October 19, 2016 mdy-all He ran his streak to 176 pass attempts before throwing his first interception.Reyes Lorenzo Dak Prescott amplifies Cowboys' Tony Romo question in win over Packers https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/cowboys/2016/10/16/dak-prescott-tony-romo-dallas-qb-green-bay-packers/92218112/ October 17, 2016 USA Today October 16, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161017013548/http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/cowboys/2016/10/16/dak-prescott-tony-romo-dallas-qb-green-bay-packers/92218112/ October 17, 2016 mdy-all Tom Brady became the fourth player in NFL history to record 5,000 career pass completions, joining Brett Favre, Peyton Manning, and Drew Brees.Ortiz Robert Tom Brady becomes fourth QB to reach 5,000 career completions http://sportsnaut.com/2016/10/tom-brady-becomes-fourth-qb-reach-5000-career-completions/ October 17, 2016 Sportsnaut October 16, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161018210607/http://sportsnaut.com/2016/10/tom-brady-becomes-fourth-qb-reach-5000-career-completions/ October 18, 2016 mdy-all Drew Brees set an NFL record for the most regular season 400-yard passing games in a career with 15.Martel Brett Brees leads Saints past slumping Panthers, 41–38 http://pro32.ap.org/article/brees-leads-saints-past-slumping-panthers-41-38 October 17, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports October 16, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161019005448/http://pro32.ap.org/article/brees-leads-saints-past-slumping-panthers-41-38 October 19, 2016 mdy-all Brees also became the sixth player to record 50,000 passing yards with one team.Erickson Joel Big day from Drew Brees leads 'battle-tested' Saints over Carolina Panthers https://www.theadvocate.com/new_orleans/sports/saints/big-day-from-drew-brees-leads-battle-tested-saints-over-carolina-panthers/article_fc4113b4-93d8-11e6-9d50-37985d0db8cd.html October 17, 2016 The Advocate October 16, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161018214712/http://www.theadvocate.com/new_orleans/sports/saints/article_fc4113b4-93d8-11e6-9d50-37985d0db8cd.html?sr_source=lift_amplify October 18, 2016 mdy-all Week 7 Jay Ajayi became the fourth player in NFL history to rush for at least 200 yards in consecutive games, joining O. J. Simpson (who accomplished the feat twice), Earl Campbell and Ricky Williams.SEVEN FROM SUNDAY – WEEK 7 https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/SEVEN-FROM-SUNDAY-–-WEEK-7.aspx NFLCommunications.com NFL Enterprises, L.P. November 8, 2016 October 23, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161025070352/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/SEVEN-FROM-SUNDAY-%E2%80%93-WEEK-7.aspx October 25, 2016 mdy-all Adam Vinatieri set a new NFL record for most consecutive regular season field-goals made with 43, breaking the record that was held by Mike Vanderjagt.Walker Teresa Luck still perfect vs. Titans as Colts pull out 34–26 win http://pro32.ap.org/article/luck-still-perfect-vs-titans-colts-pull-out-34-26-win November 8, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports October 23, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161109083635/http://pro32.ap.org/article/luck-still-perfect-vs-titans-colts-pull-out-34-26-win November 9, 2016 mdy-all His streak ended at 44 after a miss in Week 11.Marot Michael Colts get fast start and hold off charging Titans 24–17 http://pro32.ap.org/article/colts-get-fast-start-and-hold-charging-titans-24-17 November 23, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports November 20, 2016 Indianapolis live https://web.archive.org/web/20161122190709/http://pro32.ap.org/article/colts-get-fast-start-and-hold-charging-titans-24-17 November 22, 2016 mdy-all Matt Ryan set an NFL record for the most consecutive games with at least 200 passing yards, with 46.Odum Charles Chargers beat Falcons 33–30 in OT on Lambo's 42-yard FG http://pro32.ap.org/article/chargers-beat-falcons-33-30-ot-lambos-42-yard-fg November 8, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports October 23, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161109022311/http://pro32.ap.org/article/chargers-beat-falcons-33-30-ot-lambos-42-yard-fg November 9, 2016 mdy-all Week 8 The Washington–Cincinnati game ended in a 27–27 tie. It was the first time an International Series game had ended in a tie (and the first such game to have gone into overtime). It also was the first time since 1997 where two games ended in a tie in the same season.Pogatchnik Shawn Redskins, Bengals battle to 27–27 tie in London http://pro32.ap.org/article/redskins-bengals-battle-27-27-tie-london November 1, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports October 30, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161031153945/http://pro32.ap.org/article/redskins-bengals-battle-27-27-tie-london October 31, 2016 mdy-all The Oakland Raiders were penalized 23 times for 200 yards, setting a new NFL record for the most penalties against a team in a single game.Tafur Vic Raiders overcome themselves – and Bucs – in OT win http://www.sfgate.com/raiders/article/Raiders-overcome-themselves-and-Bucs-in-OT-win-10423640.php November 8, 2016 San Francisco Chronicle October 30, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161107230724/http://www.sfgate.com/raiders/article/Raiders-overcome-themselves-and-Bucs-in-OT-win-10423640.php November 7, 2016 mdy-all Week 9 The San Francisco 49ers set an NFL record for allowing an opponent's running back to run for 100 or more yards in seven consecutive games.Young Shalise 49ers' run defense set sad new record on Sunday vs. Saints https://sports.yahoo.com/news/49ers-run-defense-set-sad-new-record-on-sunday-vs-saints-155130253.html sports.yahoo.com Yahoo! Sports November 7, 2016 November 7, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161107223111/http://sports.yahoo.com/news/49ers-run-defense-set-sad-new-record-on-sunday-vs-saints-155130253.html November 7, 2016 mdy-all Week 10 Stefon Diggs became the first player in NFL history to have at least 13 catches in consecutive games.Vensel Matt Familiar story: Vikings lose another game, another body on O-line http://www.startribune.com/vikings-fast-start-now-a-distant-memory-after-26-20-loss-to-redskins/401018985/#1 November 14, 2016 Star Tribune November 14, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161114234725/http://www.startribune.com/vikings-fast-start-now-a-distant-memory-after-26-20-loss-to-redskins/401018985/#1 November 14, 2016 mdy-all For the first time in NFL history, two different games on the same day, the Dallas–Pittsburgh matchup and the Seattle–New England matchup, involved at least seven different lead changes.THE WEEK THAT WAS – WEEK 10 https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/THE-WEEK-THAT-WAS-%E2%80%93-WEEK-10.aspx November 15, 2016 November 15, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161116103554/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/THE-WEEK-THAT-WAS-%E2%80%93-WEEK-10.aspx November 16, 2016 mdy-all Week 11 A single-day record twelve point after touchdown attempts were missed, including three in domed stadiums.Hanzus, Dan NFL kickers miss record 12 extra-point attempts Sunday https://www.nfl.com/news/kickers-miss-record-12-extra-point-attempts-sunday-0ap3000000742721 NFL November 20, 2016 November 20, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161121174254/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000742721/article/nfl-kickers-miss-record-11-extrapoint-attempts-today November 21, 2016 mdy-all The Dallas Cowboys gained 417 total net yards, marking the team's eighth consecutive game with at least 400 yards, tied for the longest single-season streak in NFL history (2007 New England Patriots and 2013 Denver Broncos).SEVEN FROM SUNDAY – WEEK 11 https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/SEVEN-FROM-SUNDAY-–-WEEK-11.aspx NFLCommunications.com NFL Enterprises, L.P. November 23, 2016 November 21, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161122071619/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/SEVEN-FROM-SUNDAY-%E2%80%93-WEEK-11.aspx November 22, 2016 mdy-all Steve Smith Sr. reached 1,000 catches, becoming the 14th player in NFL history to reach this mark.Zrebiec Jeff Ravens' Steve Smith makes his 1,000th career catch https://www.baltimoresun.com/2016/11/20/ravens-steve-smith-makes-his-1000th-career-catch/ November 23, 2016 The Baltimore Sun November 20, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161123203749/http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/bal-smith-smith-makes-his-1-000th-career-catch-20161120-story.html November 23, 2016 mdy-all Week 12 Tom Brady joined Peyton Manning as the second starting quarterback in NFL history to record 200 combined regular season and postseason wins.Reyes Lorenzo Tom Brady revels in record-tying 200th win with Patriots https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/patriots/2016/11/27/tom-brady-record-qb-wins-new-england/94529174/ November 28, 2016 USA Today November 28, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161128072304/http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/patriots/2016/11/27/tom-brady-record-qb-wins-new-england/94529174/ November 28, 2016 mdy-all The Patriots' victory made them the first former American Football League franchise to record 500 all-time victories, including playoffs.Waszak Dennis Brady ties Manning with 200th win, Patriots beat Jets 22–17 http://pro32.ap.org/article/brady-ties-manning-200th-win-patriots-beat-jets-22-17 November 28, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports November 27, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161128151443/http://pro32.ap.org/article/brady-ties-manning-200th-win-patriots-beat-jets-22-17 November 28, 2016 mdy-all Brady also became only the fifth quarterback to record 60,000 regular season passing yards, joining Peyton Manning, Brett Favre, Drew Brees and Dan Marino. Week 13 Tom Brady broke Peyton Manning's record of most career wins by a quarterback (regular season and playoffs) in NFL history with his 201st win.Hightower Kyle Brady breaks QB wins record, Patriots beat Rams 26–10 http://pro32.ap.org/article/brady-breaks-qb-wins-record-patriots-beat-rams-26-10 December 5, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports December 4, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161205131148/http://pro32.ap.org/article/brady-breaks-qb-wins-record-patriots-beat-rams-26-10 December 5, 2016 mdy-all Larry Fitzgerald became the youngest player in NFL history (33 years, 95 days) to reach 1,100 career catches.Baum Bob Palmer, Johnson lead Cardinals past Redskins http://pro32.ap.org/article/palmer-johnson-lead-cardinals-past-redskins December 6, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports December 4, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161206173506/http://pro32.ap.org/article/palmer-johnson-lead-cardinals-past-redskins December 6, 2016 mdy-all Week 14 Matthew Stafford recorded his eighth fourth quarter comeback win of the season, surpassing the previous record held by Peyton Manning, who led the Indianapolis Colts to seven fourth quarter comeback wins during the 2009 season.Lage Larry Stafford runs for go-ahead TD in Lions' 20–17 win over Bears http://pro32.ap.org/article/stafford-runs-go-ahead-td-lions-20-17-win-over-bears December 12, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports December 11, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161220150028/http://pro32.ap.org/article/stafford-runs-go-ahead-td-lions-20-17-win-over-bears December 20, 2016 mdy-all Anquan Boldin moved past Andre Johnson for tenth on the NFL's all-time receptions list.Meinke Kyle Anquan Boldin moves into top 10 in career catches with big TD snag http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2016/12/anquan_boldin_improves_hall_of.html MLive.com Advance Publications December 12, 2016 December 11, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20171201034412/http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2016/12/anquan_boldin_improves_hall_of.html December 1, 2017 mdy-all Week 15 The New England Patriots clinched their eighth consecutive AFC East title.Jones Lindsay Patriots crack Broncos to clinch AFC East, first-round bye https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/patriots/2016/12/18/new-england-afc-east-denver-broncos/95596208/ December 20, 2016 USA Today December 19, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161219230027/http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/patriots/2016/12/18/new-england-afc-east-denver-broncos/95596208/ December 19, 2016 mdy-all They surpassed the Los Angeles Rams, who won the NFC West division title every year from 1973 to 1979, for the most consecutive division titles won by any franchise in NFL history.Wesseling Chris Patriots top Broncos, clinch AFC East, first-round bye https://www.nfl.com/news/patriots-top-broncos-clinch-afc-east-first-round-bye-0ap3000000759222 NFL.com NFL Enterprises, L.P. December 20, 2016 December 18, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161219164004/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000759222/article/patriots-top-broncos-clinch-afc-east-firstround-bye December 19, 2016 mdy-all Week 16 The Pittsburgh Steelers recorded the 600th regular-season victory in franchise history, joining the Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, and New York Giants as the only teams in NFL history to reach this mark.THE WEEK THAT WAS – WEEK 16 https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/THE-WEEK-THAT-WAS---WEEK-16--.aspx NFLCommunications.com NFL Enterprises, L.P. December 28, 2016 December 27, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161228221435/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/THE-WEEK-THAT-WAS---WEEK-16--.aspx December 28, 2016 mdy-all Bill Belichick won his 200th career regular-season game as head coach of the New England Patriots. Belichick became the fifth coach to reach 200 regular-season wins with one team, joining George Halas, Don Shula, Tom Landry and Curly Lambeau.Hightower Kyle Patriots close in on AFC top seed with 41–3 win over Jets http://pro32.ap.org/node/700759 December 28, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports December 24, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161228200755/http://pro32.ap.org/node/700759 December 28, 2016 mdy-all Matt Ryan threw a touchdown pass to his 13th different receiver of the season, an NFL record. Week 17 Matthew Stafford surpassed 30,000 career passing yards in his 109th game, surpassing Dan Marino and Kurt Warner for the fastest quarterback to reach that mark.Lage Larry Rodgers-led Packers beat Lions 31–24 to win NFC North http://pro32.ap.org/article/rodgers-led-packers-beat-lions-31-24-win-nfc-north January 2, 2017 Associated Press AP Sports January 2, 2017 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170103002558/http://pro32.ap.org/article/rodgers-led-packers-beat-lions-31-24-win-nfc-north January 3, 2017 mdy-all Sam Bradford achieved a 71.6 completion percentage, surpassing Drew Brees for the record for highest completion percentage in a season.Goldberg Rob Sam Bradford Sets NFL Record for Single-Season Completion Percentage https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2684679-sam-bradford-sets-nfl-record-for-single-season-completion-percentage January 1, 2017 Bleacher Report January 1, 2017 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170102064511/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2684679-sam-bradford-sets-nfl-record-for-single-season-completion-percentage January 2, 2017 mdy-all Postseason Division Round The Patriots advanced to their sixth consecutive AFC Championship Game, surpassing the 1973–1977 Oakland Raiders for the most consecutive appearances in a conference championship game in history.Hightower Kyle Lewis scores 3 TDS, Pats advance to AFC title game 34–16 http://pro32.ap.org/article/lewis-scores-3-tds-pats-advance-afc-title-game-34-16 January 17, 2017 Associated Press AP Sports January 15, 2017 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170116184917/http://pro32.ap.org/article/lewis-scores-3-tds-pats-advance-afc-title-game-34-16 January 16, 2017 mdy-all Chris Boswell made a postseason record six field goals.Wilner Barry Steelers hold off Chiefs on Boswell's 6 field goals, 18–16 http://pro32.ap.org/article/steelers-hold-chiefs-boswells-6-field-goals-18-16 January 17, 2017 Associated Press AP Sports January 16, 2017 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170117153031/http://pro32.ap.org/article/steelers-hold-chiefs-boswells-6-field-goals-18-16 January 17, 2017 mdy-all Dak Prescott became the first rookie to throw three touchdown passes in a postseason game in the Super Bowl era.Jones Lindsay Dak Prescott shines, but playoff debut spoiled by Aaron Rodgers, Packers https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/cowboys/2017/01/15/dak-prescott-tony-romo-dallas-jerry-jones/96629178/ January 17, 2017 USA Today January 15, 2017 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170117011113/http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/cowboys/2017/01/15/dak-prescott-tony-romo-dallas-jerry-jones/96629178/ January 17, 2017 mdy-all Dion Lewis became the first player in NFL history to score a rushing, receiving and kickoff return touchdown in a playoff game.http://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/18477954/new-england-patriots-dion-lewis-scores-kickoff-return-receiving-rushing-touchdowns Pats' Lewis makes playoff history with 3-TD night January 15, 2017 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170124170443/http://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/18477954/new-england-patriots-dion-lewis-scores-kickoff-return-receiving-rushing-touchdowns January 24, 2017 mdy-all Super Bowl LI Super Bowl LI marked an NFL record seventh Super Bowl appearance for Tom Brady and Bill Belichick as a QB-head coach duo.http://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/18534854/tom-brady-bill-belichick-make-nfl-history-record-7th-super-bowl-appearance They're back: Brady, Belichick into record 7th SB January 23, 2017 live https://web.archive.org/web/20180105152502/http://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/18534854/tom-brady-bill-belichick-make-nfl-history-record-7th-super-bowl-appearance January 5, 2018 mdy-all Super Bowl LI also marked the New England Patriots' ninth Super Bowl appearance, breaking a record shared with the Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, and Pittsburgh Steelers. The Patriots accumulated 37 first downs in the game, an NFL postseason record.February 6, 2017 At least 30 records set or tied in Super Bowl LI https://www.nfl.com/news/at-least-30-records-set-or-tied-in-super-bowl-li-0ap3000000783986 February 25, 2021 National Football League en November 30, 2020 https://web.archive.org/web/20201130082153/https://www.nfl.com/news/at-least-30-records-set-or-tied-in-super-bowl-li-0ap3000000783986 live Tom Brady's 43 pass completions, 62 pass attempts, and 466 passing yards all set new single game Super Bowl records. For the first time in NFL history, the Super Bowl went into overtime. After trailing 28–3, the Patriots won the game, 34–28, completing the largest comeback win in both team history and Super Bowl history. The Atlanta Falcons became the first losing team in Super Bowl history to return an interception for a touchdown; teams returning an interception for a touchdown in the Super Bowl had been a perfect 12–0.https://boston.cbslocal.com/2017/02/06/5-mind-blowing-facts-to-sum-up-patriots-super-bowl-stunner 5 Mind-Blowing Facts To Sum Up Patriots' Super Bowl Stunner CBS Boston February 6, 2017 February 6, 2017 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170208171228/http://boston.cbslocal.com/2017/02/06/5-mind-blowing-facts-to-sum-up-patriots-super-bowl-stunner/ February 8, 2017 mdy-all Regular season statistical leaders Individualhttp://www.nfl.com/stats/player NFL Stats: Player NFL.com December 13, 2019 https://web.archive.org/web/20090111214603/http://www.nfl.com/stats/player January 11, 2009 live mdy Scoring leader Matt Bryant, Atlanta (158)Most field goals made Justin Tucker, Baltimore (38 FGs)Touchdowns David Johnson, Arizona (20 TDs)Rushing Ezekiel Elliott, Dallas (1,631 yards)Passing yards Drew Brees, New Orleans (5,208 yards)Passing touchdowns Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay (40 TDs)Passer rating Matt Ryan, Atlanta (117.1 rating)Pass receptions Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona (107 catches)Pass receiving yards T. 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Hilton, Indianapolis (1,448 yards)Combined tackles Bobby Wagner, Seattle (168 tackles)Interceptions Casey Hayward, San Diego (7)Punting Johnny Hekker, Los Angeles (4,680 yards, 47.8 average yards)Sacks Vic Beasley, Atlanta (15.5) Awards Individual season awards 6th NFL Honors The 6th NFL Honors, saluting the best players and plays from 2016 season, was held at the Wortham Theater Center in Houston, Texas on February 4, 2017.Keegan–Michael Key to host NFL Honors in Houston https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Keegan-Michael-Key-to-Host-NFL-Honors-at-Wortham-Theater-Center-in-Houston.aspx nflcommunications.com NFL January 22, 2017 December 23, 2019 December 23, 2019 https://web.archive.org/web/20191223052019/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Keegan-Michael-Key-to-Host-NFL-Honors-at-Wortham-Theater-Center-in-Houston.aspx live Award Winner Position Team AP Most Valuable Player Matt Ryan Quarterback Atlanta Falcons AP Offensive Player of the Year Matt Ryan Quarterback Atlanta Falcons AP Defensive Player of the Year Khalil Mack Defensive end Oakland Raiders AP Coach of the Year Jason Garrett Head coach Dallas Cowboys AP Assistant Coach of the Year Kyle Shanahan Offensive coordinator Atlanta Falcons AP Offensive Rookie of the Year Dak Prescott Quarterback Dallas Cowboys AP Defensive Rookie of the Year Joey Bosa Defensive end San Diego Chargers AP Comeback Player of the Year Jordy Nelson Wide receiver Green Bay Packers Pepsi Rookie of the Year Dak PrescottDallas Cowboys: Following Terrific First Season, Prescott Named Pepsi NFL Rookie Of The Year. https://web.archive.org/web/20170203181936/http://www.dallascowboys.com/news/2017/02/03/following-terrific-first-season-prescott-named-pepsi-nfl-rookie-year February 3, 2017 3 February 2017. 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Quarterback Dallas Cowboys Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Larry FitzgeraldEli Manning Wide receiverQuarterback Arizona CardinalsNew York Giants PFWA NFL Executive of the Year Reggie McKenziehttp://www.mercurynews.com/2017/01/19/raiders-reggie-mckenzie-is-nfl-executive-of-the-year/ Raiders' Reggie McKenzie is NFL Executive of the Year January 19, 2017 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170120030235/http://www.mercurynews.com/2017/01/19/raiders-reggie-mckenzie-is-nfl-executive-of-the-year/ January 20, 2017 mdy-all General Manager Oakland Raiders Super Bowl Most Valuable Player Tom Brady Quarterback New England Patriots All-Pro team 2016 All-Pro Team The following players were named First Team All-Pro by the Associated Press: OffenseQuarterbackMatt Ryan, AtlantaRunning backEzekiel Elliott, DallasFlexDavid Johnson, ArizonaWide receiverAntonio Brown, PittsburghJulio Jones, AtlantaTight endTravis Kelce, Kansas CityLeft tackleTyron Smith, DallasLeft guardKelechi Osemele, OaklandCenterTravis Frederick, DallasRight guardZack Martin, DallasRight tackleJack Conklin, TennesseeDefenseEdge rusherKhalil Mack, OaklandVic Beasley, AtlantaInterior linemanAaron Donald, Los AngelesDamon Harrison, New York GiantsLinebackerVon Miller, DenverBobby Wagner, SeattleSean Lee, DallasCornerbackAqib Talib, DenverMarcus Peters, Kansas CitySafetyLandon Collins, New York GiantsEric Berry, Kansas City Special teamsPlacekickerJustin Tucker, BaltimorePunterJohnny Hekker, Los AngelesKick returnerCordarrelle Patterson, MinnesotaSpecial teamsMatthew Slater, New England Players of the week/month The following were named the top performers during the 2016 season: Week/MonthOffensivePlayer of the Week/MonthDefensivePlayer of the Week/MonthSpecial TeamsPlayer of the Week/MonthAFCNFCAFCNFCAFCNFC1https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-1.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 1 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161022192726/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-1.aspx October 22, 2016 mdy-all DeAngelo Williams(Steelers) Jameis Winston(Buccaneers) Whitney Mercilus(Texans) Eric Kendricks(Vikings) Stephen Gostkowski(Patriots) Sam Martin(Lions)2https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-2.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 2 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161022191234/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-2.aspx October 22, 2016 mdy-all Ryan Fitzpatrick(Jets) Stefon Diggs(Vikings) Von Miller(Broncos) Marcus Cooper(Cardinals) Lawrence Guy(Ravens) Janoris Jenkins(Giants)3https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-3-2016.aspx AFC and NFC Players of the Week – Week 3 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170106173510/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-3-2016.aspx January 6, 2017 mdy-all Trevor Siemian(Broncos) Carson Wentz(Eagles) Marcus Peters(Chiefs) Everson Griffen(Vikings) Ryan Allen(Patriots) Dustin Hopkins(Redskins)Sept.https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Players-of-the-Month---September.aspx Players of the Month – September Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161022190736/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/Players-of-the-Month---September.aspx October 22, 2016 mdy-all LeGarrette Blount(Patriots) Matt Ryan(Falcons) Von Miller(Broncos) Fletcher Cox(Eagles) Justin Tucker(Ravens) Dustin Hopkins(Redskins)4https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-5-.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 4 Nflcommunications.com 2016-09-28 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170106102457/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-5-.aspx January 6, 2017 mdy-all Ben Roethlisberger(Steelers) Julio Jones(Falcons) Zach Brown(Bills) Aaron Donald(Rams) Will Fuller(Texans) Jon Ryan(Seahawks)5https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-5---.aspx AFC and NFC Players of the Week – Week 5 Nflcommunications.com 2016-09-28 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170106102357/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-5---.aspx January 6, 2017 mdy-all Tom Brady(Patriots) David Johnson(Cardinals) Nickell Robey-Coleman(Bills) Darius Slay(Lions) Adam Vinatieri(Colts) Jamison Crowder(Redskins)6https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-6---.aspx AFC and NFC Players of the Week – Week 6 Nflcommunications.com 2016-09-28 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170106102033/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-6---.aspx January 6, 2017 mdy-all Jay Ajayi(Dolphins) Odell Beckham Jr.(Giants) Dont'a Hightower(Patriots) David Irving(Cowboys) Drew Kaser(Chargers) Wil Lutz(Saints)7https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-7--.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 7 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161027061449/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-7--.aspx October 27, 2016 mdy-all Jay Ajayi(Dolphins) Davante Adams(Packers) Denzel Perryman(Chargers) Landon Collins(Giants) Marquette King(Raiders) Josh Huff(Eagles)8https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-8-.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 8 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161104040056/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-8-.aspx November 4, 2016 mdy-all Derek Carr(Raiders) Jordan Howard(Bears) Bradley Roby(Broncos) Star Lotulelei(Panthers) Shane Lechler(Texans) Wil Lutz(Saints)Oct.https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Month---October-.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Month – October Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161104043110/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Month---October-.aspx November 4, 2016 mdy-all Tom Brady(Patriots) David Johnson(Cardinals) Lorenzo Alexander(Bills) Cliff Avril(Seahawks) Adam Vinatieri(Colts) Matt Bryant(Falcons)9https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-9.aspx AFC and NFC Players of the Week – Week 9 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161110044329/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-9.aspx November 10, 2016 mdy-all Melvin Gordon(Chargers) Matt Ryan(Falcons) Khalil Mack(Raiders) Landon Collins(Giants) Jordan Todman(Colts) Matt Prater(Lions)10https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-10.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 10 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161117065739/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-10.aspx November 17, 2016 mdy-all Marcus Mariota(Titans) Ezekiel Elliott(Cowboys) Eric Berry(Chiefs) Kam Chancellor(Seahawks) Justin Simmons(Broncos) Johnny Hekker(Rams)11https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-11--.aspx AFC and NFC Players of the Week – Week 11 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161124030356/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-11--.aspx November 24, 2016 mdy-all Tom Brady(Patriots) Kirk Cousins(Redskins) Stephon Tuitt(Steelers) Xavier Rhodes(Vikings) Dan Carpenter(Bills) Roberto Aguayo(Buccaneers)12https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-12-.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 12 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161201035539/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-12-.aspx December 1, 2016 mdy-all Tyreek Hill(Chiefs) Mark Ingram II(Saints) Khalil Mack(Raiders) Jason Pierre-Paul(Giants) Justin Tucker(Ravens) Matt Prater(Lions)Nov.https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Month---November.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Month – November Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161202041308/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Month---November.aspx December 2, 2016 mdy-all Marcus Mariota(Titans) Kirk Cousins(Redskins) Khalil Mack(Raiders) Landon Collins(Giants) Cairo Santos(Chiefs) Matt Prater(Lions)13https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-13-.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 13 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161223174902/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-13-.aspx December 23, 2016 mdy-all Andrew Luck(Colts) David Johnson(Cardinals) Eric Berry(Chiefs) Akiem Hicks(Bears) Stephen Gostkowski(Patriots) Matt Prater(Lions)14https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-14-.aspx AFC and NFC Players of the Week – Week 14 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161225040930/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-14-.aspx December 25, 2016 mdy-all Le'Veon Bell(Steelers) Aaron Rodgers(Packers) Geno Atkins(Bengals) Vic Beasley(Falcons) Tyreek Hill(Chiefs) Brad Wing(Giants)15https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-15-.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 15 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161227105909/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-15-.aspx December 27, 2016 mdy-all Matt Moore(Dolphins) Devonta Freeman(Falcons) Bruce Irvin(Raiders) Ha Ha Clinton-Dix(Packers) Ryan Succop(Titans) Brad Wing(Giants)16https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-16--.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 16 Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-28 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161229033610/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-16--.aspx December 29, 2016 mdy-all Jay Ajayi(Dolphins) Aaron Rodgers(Packers) Jalen Ramsey(Jaguars) Malcolm Jenkins(Eagles) Jamie Meder(Browns) Matt Bryant(Falcons)Dec.https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Month---December.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Month – December Nflcommunications.com 2017-01-05 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170106011633/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Month---December.aspx January 6, 2017 mdy-all Le'Veon Bell(Steelers) Aaron Rodgers(Packers) Quintin Demps(Texans) Vic Beasley(Falcons) Tyreek Hill(Chiefs) Johnny Hekker(Rams)17https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-17-.aspx AFC & NFC Players of the Week – Week 17 Nflcommunications.com 2017-01-05 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170106102807/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/AFC-and-NFC-Players-of-the-Week---Week-17-.aspx January 6, 2017 mdy-all Julian Edelman(Patriots) Matt Ryan(Falcons) Robert Mathis(Colts) Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie(Giants) Tyreek Hill(Chiefs) Bryan Anger(Buccaneers) WeekFedEx AirPlayer of the Weekhttp://www.nfl.com/voting/players-air-and-ground/2016 FedEx Players Air and Ground NFL.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161023210813/http://www.nfl.com/voting/players-air-and-ground/2016 October 23, 2016 mdy-all FedEx GroundPlayer of the WeekPepsi NextRookie of the Weekhttp://www.nfl.com/voting/rookies/2016/ Pepsi Rookie of the WEEK NFL.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161223151123/http://www.nfl.com/voting/rookies/2016 December 23, 2016 mdy-all Castrol EdgeClutch Performerof the Weekhttp://www.nfl.com/voting/clutch-performer/2016/ Castrol Edge Clutch Performer of the Week NFL.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161123121154/http://www.nfl.com/voting/clutch-performer/2016 November 23, 2016 mdy-all 1 Jameis Winston(Buccaneers) DeAngelo Williams(Steelers) Carson Wentz(Eagles) Derek Carr(Raiders)2 Philip Rivers(Chargers) Matt Forte(Jets) Corey Coleman(Browns) Marcus Mariota(Titans)3 Trevor Siemian(Broncos) LeSean McCoy(Bills) Carson Wentz(Eagles) Su'a Cravens(Redskins)4 Matt Ryan(Falcons) Ezekiel Elliott(Cowboys) Dak Prescott(Cowboys) Derek Carr(Raiders)5 Ben Roethlisberger(Steelers) Ezekiel Elliott(Cowboys) Carson Wentz(Eagles) Roberto Aguayo(Buccaneers)6 Drew Brees(Saints) Jay Ajayi(Dolphins) Jatavis Brown(Chargers) Odell Beckham Jr.(Giants)7 Aaron Rodgers(Packers) Jay Ajayi(Dolphins) Joey Bosa(Chargers) Denzel Perryman(Chargers)8 Derek Carr(Raiders) Jordan Howard(Bears) Dak Prescott(Cowboys) Derek Carr(Raiders)9 Drew Brees(Saints) Latavius Murray(Raiders) Dak Prescott(Cowboys) Melvin Gordon(Chargers)10 Marcus Mariota(Titans) DeMarco Murray(Titans) Ezekiel Elliott(Cowboys) Ezekiel Elliott(Cowboys)11 Kirk Cousins(Redskins) Rob Kelley(Redskins) Dak Prescott(Cowboys) Amari Cooper(Raiders)12 Drew Brees(Saints) Mark Ingram II(Saints) Noah Spence(Buccaneers) Derek Carr(Raiders)13 Joe Flacco(Ravens) Latavius Murray(Raiders) Ezekiel Elliott(Cowboys) Khalil Mack(Raiders)14 Aaron Rodgers(Packers) Le'Veon Bell(Steelers) Ezekiel Elliott(Cowboys) Keith Tandy(Buccaneers)15 Matt Ryan(Falcons) Devonta Freeman(Falcons) Ezekiel Elliott(Cowboys) Sebastian Janikowski(Raiders)16 Aaron Rodgers(Packers) Jay Ajayi(Dolphins) Dak Prescott(Cowboys) Antonio Brown(Steelers)17 Matt Ryan(Falcons) Isaiah Crowell(Browns) Tyreek Hill(Chiefs) Mike Evans(Buccaneers) MonthRookie of the MonthOffensiveDefensiveSept.https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/NFL-Rookies-2016.aspx NFL Rookies of the Month – September Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161104042138/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/NFL-Rookies-2016.aspx November 4, 2016 mdy-all Carson Wentz(Eagles) Deion Jones(Falcons)Oct.https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/NFL-Rookies-of-the-Month---October--.aspx NFL Rookies of the Month – October Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161104043440/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/NFL-Rookies-of-the-Month---October--.aspx November 4, 2016 mdy-all Ezekiel Elliott(Cowboys) Joey Bosa(Chargers)Nov.https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/NFL-Rookies-of-the-Month---November-.aspx NFL Rookies of the Month – November Nflcommunications.com 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161202045146/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/NFL-Rookies-of-the-Month---November-.aspx December 2, 2016 mdy-all Dak Prescott(Cowboys) Noah Spence(Buccaneers)Dec.https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/NFL-Rookies-of-the-Month---December-.aspx NFL Rookies of the Month – December Nflcommunications.com 2017-01-05 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170106011829/https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/NFL-Rookies-of-the-Month---December-.aspx January 6, 2017 mdy-all Jordan Howard(Bears) Joey Bosa(Chargers) Head coach/front office personnel changes Head coach Offseason Team Departing coach Interim coach Incoming coachReason for leavingNotesCleveland BrownsMike PettineHue JacksonFiredPettine compiled a record of 10–22 (10 22) in two years with the Browns, finishing in last place in the AFC North both years. After putting up a promising record of 7–9 the season before, the team, marred by the actions of Johnny Manziel off the field, regressed heavily, forcing the Browns to hire their fifth head coach in eight seasons. The decision to fire Pettine came the day before the end of the regular season.Rosenthal Gregg Cleveland Browns fire Mike Pettine, GM Ray Farmer https://www.nfl.com/news/cleveland-browns-fire-mike-pettine-gm-ray-farmer-0ap3000000614532 NFL.com January 3, 2016 January 3, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160104012019/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000614532/article/browns-gm-ray-farmer-out-in-cleveland January 4, 2016 mdy-all On January 13, the Browns hired Jackson as their head coach. Jackson spent most of the past two seasons as the offensive coordinator for the Cincinnati Bengals and had previously served as head coach for the Oakland Raiders.Wesseling Chris Cleveland Browns hire Hue Jackson as head coach https://www.nfl.com/news/cleveland-browns-hire-hue-jackson-as-head-coach-0ap3000000621189 NFL.com 13 January 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160116091451/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000621189/article/cleveland-browns-hire-hue-jackson-as-head-coach January 16, 2016 mdy-allMiami DolphinsJoe PhilbinDan CampbellAdam GasePhilbin compiled a record of 24–28 (24 28), with no playoff appearances, in 3¼ seasons as head coach of the Dolphins. The Dolphins were expected to be contenders for a playoff position in 2015 but grossly underachieved, starting the season 1–3, which led to Philbin's firing. Philbin joined the Indianapolis Colts as offensive line coach for 2016. Campbell, the team's tight ends coach, took over for the rest of the season; following the season, he joined the New Orleans Saints as tight ends coach.Walker James Dolphins fire coach Joe Philbin after team stumbles to 1–3 start https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/13814560/miami-dolphins-fire-joe-philbin ESPN December 29, 2015 October 5, 2015 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160125063747/http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/13814560/miami-dolphins-fire-joe-philbin January 25, 2016 mdy-all On January 9, the Dolphins hired Gase as their head coach. Gase had spent the past season as the offensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears; at age 37, Gase became the youngest active head coach in the NFL.Sessler Marc Miami Dolphins hire Adam Gase as new head coach https://www.nfl.com/news/miami-dolphins-hire-adam-gase-as-new-head-coach-0ap3000000619758 NFL.com 10 January 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160109215650/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000619758/article/miami-dolphins-hire-adam-gase-as-new-head-coach January 9, 2016 mdy-allPhiladelphia EaglesChip KellyPat ShurmurDoug PedersonKelly was released on December 29, 2015, one week prior to the end of the regular season, following the Eagles being eliminated from playoff contention. He finished with a record of 26–21 (26 21) and one playoff appearance (a single loss in 2013) over almost three seasons. Heading into 2015, Kelly made several controversial roster moves as general manager that didn't pan out, leading to his firing. Offensive Coordinator (and former Cleveland Browns head coach) Pat Shurmur served as interim replacement for week 17.Rosenthal Gregg Chip Kelly released by Philadelphia Eagles https://www.nfl.com/news/philadelphia-eagles-fire-coach-chip-kelly-0ap3000000612168 NFL.com 2015-12-30 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160101205114/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000612168/article/philadelphia-eagles-let-go-of-chip-kelly January 1, 2016 mdy-all Shurmur finished 1–0 as the Eagles head coach, and was a frontrunner in the Eagles head coaching race along with Tom Coughlin and Doug Pederson; following the season, he joined the Minnesota Vikings as tight ends coach and later offensive coordinator after the sudden resignation of Norv Turner. On January 18, the Eagles hired Pederson as their head coach. Pederson had spent the previous three season as offensive coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs, and also was a former QB for the Eagles.Wesseling Chris Philadelphia Eagles hire Doug Pederson as coach https://www.nfl.com/news/philadelphia-eagles-hire-doug-pederson-as-coach-0ap3000000622612 NFL.com January 18, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160120142223/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000622612/article/philadelphia-eagles-hire-doug-pederson-as-coach January 20, 2016 mdy-all San Francisco 49ers Jim Tomsula Chip Kelly Tomsula compiled a record of 5–11 (5 11) in his lone full season as head coach of the 49ers.San Francisco 49ers fire coach Jim Tomsula https://www.nfl.com/news/san-francisco-49ers-fire-coach-jim-tomsula-0ap3000000616007 NFL.com January 3, 2016 January 3, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160104063418/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000616007/article/san-francisco-49ers-fire-coach-jim-tomsula January 4, 2016 mdy-all On January 14, the 49ers hired Kelly as their head coach. Kelly had spent the previous three seasons as head coach for the Philadelphia Eagles.Patra Kevin San Francisco 49ers hire Chip Kelly as head coach https://www.nfl.com/news/san-francisco-49ers-hire-chip-kelly-as-head-coach-0ap3000000622478 NFL.com January 14, 2016 January 14, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160114232425/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000622478/article/san-francisco-49ers-hire-chip-kelly-as-head-coach January 14, 2016 mdy-allTampa Bay BuccaneersLovie SmithDirk KoetterSmith compiled a record of 8–24 (8 24), with no playoff appearances, in two years with the Buccaneers, finishing in last place in the NFC South both years.Wesseling Chris Tampa Bay Buccaneers fire Lovie Smith https://www.nfl.com/news/tampa-bay-buccaneers-fire-lovie-smith-0ap3000000618589 NFL.com January 6, 2016 January 6, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160107083057/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000618589/article/tampa-bay-buccaneers-fire-lovie-smith January 7, 2016 mdy-all Smith moved to the college ranks, becoming the head coach of the university of Illinois Fighting Illini football team. On January 14, Koetter was promoted to head coach after serving as offensive coordinator with the team since 2015.Hanzus Dan Buccaneers promote OC Dirk Koetter to head coach https://www.nfl.com/news/buccaneers-promote-oc-dirk-koetter-to-head-coach-0ap3000000622328 NFL.com January 14, 2016 January 14, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160116102233/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000622328/article/buccaneers-promote-oc-dirk-koetter-to-head-coach January 16, 2016 mdy-allTennessee TitansKen WhisenhuntMike MularkeyWhisenhunt compiled a record of 3–20 (3 20), with no playoff appearances, in 1½ seasons as head coach of the Titans. After an impressive opening day win, the Titans lost six straight, resulting in Whisenhunt's dismissal. Mularkey, the team's tight ends coach, took over as interim head coach. Mularkey's previous head coaching experience includes two seasons with the Buffalo Bills (2004–05) and one season with the Jacksonville Jaguars (2012).Orr Conor Tennessee Titans fire head coach Ken Whisenhunt https://www.nfl.com/news/tennessee-titans-fire-head-coach-ken-whisenhunt-0ap3000000572205 NFL.com 2015-12-29 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160106164651/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000572205/article/whisenhunt-relieved-of-duties-as-titans-head-coach January 6, 2016 mdy-all For 2016, Whisenhunt joined the San Diego Chargers as offensive coordinator. On January 16, Mularkey shed the interim tag and was hired as the full-time head coach.Sessler Marc Mike Mularkey sheds interim tag, named Titans coach https://www.nfl.com/news/mike-mularkey-sheds-interim-tag-named-titans-coach-0ap3000000623006 NFL.com 17 January 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160117175744/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000623006/article/mike-mularkey-sheds-interim-tag-named-titans-coach January 17, 2016 mdy-allNew York GiantsTom CoughlinBen McAdooResignedCoughlin compiled a record of 102–90 (102 90) in 12 years with the Giants, a tenure that included three division titles, five playoff appearances (with a collective record of 8–3 in those games), and two Super Bowl wins (Super Bowl XLII and Super Bowl XLVI, both over the New England Patriots). Since winning Super Bowl XLVI, the Giants had missed the playoffs every year and had accrued three consecutive losing seasons immediately prior to Coughlin's resignation.Tom Coughlin says he's stepping down as Giants coach https://www.nfl.com/news/tom-coughlin-says-he-s-stepping-down-as-giants-coach-0ap3000000617073 NFL.com January 4, 2016 January 4, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160104213709/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000617073/article/giants-will-not-retain-tom-coughlin-as-head-coach January 4, 2016 mdy-all On January 14, McAdoo was promoted to head coach after serving as offensive coordinator with the team since 2014.Hanzus Dan New York Giants hire Ben McAdoo as head coach https://www.nfl.com/news/new-york-giants-hire-ben-mcadoo-as-head-coach-0ap3000000622234 NFL.com January 14, 2016 January 14, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160116225035/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000622234/article/new-york-giants-hire-ben-mcadoo-as-head-coach January 16, 2016 mdy-all In-season Team 2016 head coach Reason for leaving Interim replacement NotesLos Angeles RamsJeff FisherFiredJohn FasselAfter receiving a two-year contract extension prior to the season, Fisher was fired after going 4–9 in the season, and 31–45–1 (.414) in his tenure in St. Louis and Los Angeles. Under his tenure, the Rams never finished better than 7–8–1 (2012) and never reached the playoffs.Mortensen Chris Jeff Fisher fired as Rams coach http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/18263718/jeff-fisher-fired-coach-st-louis-rams ESPN December 12, 2016 12 December 2016 live http://archive.wikiwix.com/cache/20161216210341/http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/18263718/jeff-fisher-fired-coach-st-louis-rams December 16, 2016 mdy-all Fassel, the son of former NFL head coach Jim Fassel, has been the Rams' special teams coach since 2012.Jacksonville JaguarsGus BradleyDoug MarroneBradley was fired after four seasons and a 14–48 (.226) record with no playoff appearances.Rosenthal Gregg Gus Bradley fired by Jacksonville Jaguars https://www.nfl.com/news/gus-bradley-fired-by-jacksonville-jaguars-0ap3000000759029 NFL.com 18 December 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161218231429/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000759029/article/coach-gus-bradley-fired-by-jacksonville-jaguars December 18, 2016 mdy-all Marrone, the Jaguars' offensive line coach, was previously head coach of the Buffalo Bills from 2013 to 2014.Jaguars name Marrone interim head coach http://archive.wikiwix.com/cache/20170524213227/http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/12/19/jaguars-name-marrone-interim-head-coach/ May 24, 2017 .Buffalo BillsRex RyanAnthony LynnRyan was fired after two seasons and a 15–16 record with no playoff appearances. His twin brother, assistant head coach Rob Ryan, also was dismissed.http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/12/27/bills-fire-rex-ryan/ Bills fire Rex Ryan December 27, 2016 nbcsports.com May 2, 2018 live http://archive.wikiwix.com/cache/20170114200402/http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/12/27/bills-fire-rex-ryan/ January 14, 2017 mdy-all Lynn began the 2016 season as running backs coach, then moved up to offensive coordinator when Greg Roman was fired in week 3, then interim head coach after Ryan's dismissal.https://www.nfl.com/news/buffalo-bills-fire-offensive-coordinator-greg-roman-0ap3000000703603 Buffalo Bills fire offensive coordinator Greg Roman NFL.com live https://web.archive.org/web/20170102174738/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000703603/article/buffalo-bills-fire-offensive-coordinator-greg-roman January 2, 2017 mdy-all Front office Offseason TeamPosition2015 office holder2015 interim2016 replacementReason for leavingNotesCleveland BrownsGMRay FarmerSashi BrownFiredThe Browns released Ray Farmer after the final game of the 2015 regular season. He had been with the team for three seasons, two as general manager. As of April 2016, the Browns had not named a general manager; the duties are being filled in the interim by executive vice president of football operations Sashi Brown, an attorney by trade who has served in the Browns front office since 2013.Detroit LionsGMMartin MayhewSheldon WhiteBob QuinnAfter starting the season 1–6, the Lions fired offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi. One week later, after another loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, owner Martha Firestone Ford fired Mayhew and Lewand.Orr Conor Lions fire GM Martin Mayhew, president Tom Lewand https://www.nfl.com/news/lions-fire-gm-martin-mayhew-president-tom-lewand-0ap3000000573477 NFL.com 2015-12-29 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160106164706/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000573477/article/lions-fire-gm-martin-mayhew-president-tom-lewand January 6, 2016 mdy-all On January 8, the Lions hired Quinn as their GM. Quinn had spent the previous 16 seasons in various positions in the front office of the New England Patriots.Ortega Mark E. Detroit Lions hire Bob Quinn as general manager http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000619585/article/detroit-lions-hire-bob-quinn-as-general-manager NFL.com 13 January 2016 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20160112025006/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000619585/article/detroit-lions-hire-bob-quinn-as-general-manager January 12, 2016 mdy-allTeam PresidentTom LewandRod WoodMiami DolphinsGMDennis HickeyChris Grier The Dolphins fired GM Hickey, who had spent the past two years with the team.Bergman Jeremy Miami Dolphins part ways with GM Dennis Hickey http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000613743/article/dolphins-part-ways-with-gm-dennis-hickey NFL.com 2 January 2016 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20160130031014/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000613743/article/dolphins-part-ways-with-gm-dennis-hickey January 30, 2016 mdy-all Grier, Dolphins' director of college scouting, was appointed as the new GM on January 5, 2016, having worked for the Dolphins organization since 2000. Grier formerly worked in the New England Patriots front office from 1994 to 1999.Hanzus Dan Chris Grier named general manager of Dolphins https://www.nfl.com/news/chris-grier-named-general-manager-of-dolphins-0ap3000000616944 NFL.com 5 January 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160105225032/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000616944/article/chris-grier-named-general-manager-of-dolphins January 5, 2016 mdy-allPhiladelphia EaglesVP of Player PersonnelEd MarynowitzTom DonahoeVice President of Player Personnel Ed Marynowitz was fired alongside head coach Chip Kelly on December 29, 2015. Donahoe last served as president and general manager of the Buffalo Bills from 2001 to 2005 but has largely been out of football in the ten years since his firing from that position.GM (de facto)Chip KellyHowie RosemanRoseman, who carried the title of "executive vice president of football operations" while Kelly handled general manager duties in 2015, reverted to his previous general manager duties after Kelly's firing.Tennessee TitansGM Ruston Webster Jon RobinsonThe Titans released Webster the Monday following their final game of the 2015 regular season. Webster had spent the past four seasons with the team.Sessler Marc Titans parting ways with GM Ruston Webster https://www.nfl.com/news/titans-parting-ways-with-gm-ruston-webster-0ap3000000616975 NFL.com 2016-01-04 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160104191219/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000616975/article/titans-parting-ways-with-gm-ruston-webster January 4, 2016 mdy-all On January 14, the Titans hired Robinson as GM. Robinson had spent the previous three seasons as director of player personnel for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.Patra Kevin Titans select Jon Robinson as new general manager https://www.nfl.com/news/titans-select-jon-robinson-as-new-general-manager-0ap3000000622397 NFL.com 14 January 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160116193406/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000622397/article/titans-select-jon-robinson-as-new-general-manager January 16, 2016 mdy-all Stadiums Atlanta Falcons The Atlanta Falcons played their 25th and final season at the Georgia Dome, with the team's new home field, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, opened in 2017.http://mercedesbenzstadium.com/stadium-info/timeline/ Mercedes-Benz Stadium Timeline live https://web.archive.org/web/20151226035552/http://mercedesbenzstadium.com/stadium-info/timeline/ December 26, 2015 mdy-all Minnesota Vikings The Minnesota Vikings played their first season at U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis. Construction on the team's new home field in downtown Minneapolis wrapped up at the start of the 2016 season. The new stadium was built on the site of the Vikings' former home, the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, which was demolished after the 2013 season.Olson Rochelle Vikings stadium construction entering critical phase, transitioning for fall, winter http://www.startribune.com/vikings-stadium-construction-entering-critical-phase-transitioning-for-fall-winter/317670111/ September 22, 2015 Star Tribune Star Tribune Media Company, LLC. July 21, 2015 https://web.archive.org/web/20150725121643/http://www.startribune.com/vikings-stadium-construction-entering-critical-phase-transitioning-for-fall-winter/317670111/ July 25, 2015 Relocation of the Rams from St. Louis to Los Angeles History of the National Football League in Los Angeles The league scheduled a vote on whether to relocate one or two of its existing franchises to the Los Angeles metropolitan area on January 12, 2016. The league set a relocation fee of $550 million for any team that was approved to relocate.Patra Kevin https://www.nfl.com/news/los-angeles-relocation-fee-to-be-550-million-per-team-0ap3000000613870 Los Angeles relocation fee to be $550 million per team NFL.com January 16, 2016 January 3, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160106004147/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000613870/article/los-angeles-relocation-fee-to-be-550-million-per-team January 6, 2016 mdy-all On January 4, three teams filed to relocate to Los Angeles: the Oakland Raiders, San Diego Chargers, and the St. Louis Rams, all three of which had previously resided in the city at various points in their history.http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000617813/article/rams-chargers-raiders-apply-for-la-relocation Rams, Chargers, Raiders apply for L.A. relocation NFL.com January 5, 2016 January 5, 2016 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20160105072112/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000617813/article/rams-chargers-raiders-apply-for-la-relocation January 5, 2016 mdy-all Despite the Committee on Los Angeles Opportunities recommending the Raiders' and Chargers' joint proposal for a stadium in Carson, California, on January 12, the league approved the Rams' proposal to relocate to Inglewood after three ballots and gave the Chargers the option to share the Rams' stadium if they so chose. In the first two rounds of voting, Inglewood led Carson 21–11 and 20–12 respectively; by the third ballot, the Rams proposal had received effectively unanimous support from the other owners, with the final vote reaching 30–2 (the Raiders and Chargers themselves casting the lone opposing votes).Breer Albert Rams to relocate to L.A.; Chargers first option to join https://www.nfl.com/news/rams-to-relocate-to-l-a-chargers-first-option-to-join-0ap3000000621645 National Football League January 12, 2016 January 12, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160116091542/http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000621645/article/expectation-is-owners-to-award-rams-inglewood-site?campaign=fb-nf-sf18682475-sf18682475 January 16, 2016 mdy-all The Rams played the first four seasons at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, while their new stadium was built in Inglewood. The Rams had previously played at the Coliseum during their first stint in Los Angeles from 1946 to 1979. Rams bid for Los Angeles SoFi Stadium The Rams and the St. Louis CVC (Convention & Visitors Commission) began negotiating deals to get the Rams' home stadium, The Dome at America's Center (then known as Edward Jones Dome), into the top 25 percent of stadiums in the league (i.e., top eight teams of the thirty-two NFL teams in reference to luxury boxes, amenities and overall fan experience). Under the terms of the lease agreement, the St. Louis CVC was required to make modifications to the Edward Jones Dome in 2005. However, then-owner, Georgia Frontiere, waived the provision in exchange for cash that served as a penalty for the city's noncompliance. The City of St. Louis, in subsequent years, made changes to the score board and increased the natural lighting by replacing panels with windows, although the overall feel remained dark. The minor renovations which totaled about $70 million did not bring the stadium within the specifications required under the lease agreement. On February 1, 2013, a three-person arbitral tribunal selected to preside over the arbitration process found that the Edward Jones Dome was not in the top 25% of all NFL venues as required under the terms of the lease agreement between the Rams and the CVC. The tribunal further found that the estimated $700 million in proposed renovations by the Rams was not unreasonable given the terms of the lease agreement. Finally, the city of St. Louis was ordered to pay the Rams attorneys' fees which totaled a reported $2 million. Publicly, city, county and state officials expressed no interest in providing further funding to the Edward Jones Dome in light of those entities, as well as taxpayers, continuing to owe approximately $300 million more on that facility. As such, if a resolution was not reached by the end of the 2014–2015 NFL season and the City of St. Louis remained non-compliant in its obligations under the lease agreement, the Rams were free to nullify their lease and relocate. On January 31, 2014, both the Los Angeles Times and the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported that Rams owner Stan Kroenke had purchased 60 acres of land adjacent to the Forum in Inglewood, California. It was, by the most conservative estimates, sufficient land on which an NFL-sized stadium may be constructed. The purchase price was rumored to have been between US$90–100 million. Commissioner Roger Goodell represented that Kroenke informed the league of the purchase. As an NFL owner, any purchase of land in which a potential stadium could be built must be disclosed to the league. This development further fueled rumors that the Rams intended to return its management and football operations to Southern California. The land was initially targeted for a Walmart Supercenter but Walmart could not get the necessary permits to build the center. Kroenke is married to Ann Walton Kroenke who is a member of the Walton family and many of Kroenke's real estate deals have involved Walmart properties.Wagoner Nick Stan Kroenke buys 60 acres in L.A. https://www.espn.com/los-angeles/nfl/story/_/id/10380150/st-louis-rams-owner-stan-kroenke-buys-60-acres-land-los-angeles ESPN September 4, 2014 February 1, 2014 live https://web.archive.org/web/20140921005816/http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/nfl/story/_/id/10380150/st-louis-rams-owner-stan-kroenke-buys-60-acres-land-los-angeles September 21, 2014 mdy-allhttp://www.ksdk.com/story/sports/nfl/rams/2014/01/30/stan-kroenke-plot-of-land-california-st-louis-rams/5069985/ Report: Rams owner bought 60 acres of land in California Piper Brandie Gannett Satellite Information Network, Inc. January 31, 2014 ksdk.com September 4, 2014 dead https://archive.today/20140221154310/http://www.ksdk.com/story/sports/nfl/rams/2014/01/30/stan-kroenke-plot-of-land-california-st-louis-rams/5069985/ February 21, 2014 Farmer Sam Vincent Roger Owner of St. Louis Rams plans to build NFL stadium in Inglewood https://www.latimes.com/sports/nfl/la-sp-0105-nfl-la-stadium-20150105-story.html#page=1 May 19, 2015 Los Angeles Times January 5, 2015 live https://web.archive.org/web/20150528184109/http://www.latimes.com/sports/nfl/la-sp-0105-nfl-la-stadium-20150105-story.html#page=1 May 28, 2015 mdy-all On January 5, 2015, The Los Angeles Times reported that Kroenke Sports & Entertainment and Stockbridge Capital Group were partnering up to develop a new NFL stadium on property owned by Kroenke. The project included a stadium of up to 80,000 seats and a performance venue of 6,000 seats while reconfiguring the previously approved Hollywood Park plan for up to 890,000 square feet of retail, 780,000 square feet of office space, 2,500 new residential units, a 300-room hotel and 25 acres of public parks, playgrounds, open space and pedestrian and bicycle access. In lieu of this the city of St. Louis responded on January 9, 2015, by unveiling an outdoor, open air, riverfront stadium that could have accommodated the Rams and an MLS team with the hope that the NFL bylaws would force them to stay. On February 24, 2015, the Inglewood City Council approved the stadium and the initiative with construction on the stadium planned to begin in December 2015. On December 21, 2015, Construction was officially underway at the Hollywood Park site for the stadium. On January 4, 2016, after St. Louis finished last in per-game attendance for the 2015 season,Fink James Thomas Scott Buffalo Bills rank in upper half of NFL in attendance http://www.bizjournals.com/buffalo/blog/morning_roundup/2016/01/buffalo-bills-rank-in-upper-half-of-nfl-in.html?ana=twt April 12, 2016 Buffalo Business First Advance Publications January 5, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170917213932/https://www.bizjournals.com/buffalo/blog/morning_roundup/2016/01/buffalo-bills-rank-in-upper-half-of-nfl-in.html?ana=twt September 17, 2017 mdy-all the team filed a relocation application to relocate to Los Angeles and released a statement on their website. On January 12, 2016, the NFL owners approved the Inglewood proposal and the Rams' relocation by a 30–2 vote; the Rams relocated almost immediately thereafter.Rams headed back to Los Angeles; Chargers have option to join http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/14558668/st-louis-rams-relocate-los-angeles January 13, 2016 ESPN News Services Associated Press January 13, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160807231536/http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/14558668/st-louis-rams-relocate-los-angeles August 7, 2016 mdy-all Raiders and Chargers failed stadium bid Carson Stadium On February 19, 2015, the Oakland Raiders and San Diego Chargers announced plans for a privately financed $1.7 billion stadium that the two teams would build in Carson, California if they were to move to the Los Angeles market.https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/12351492/san-diego-chargers-oakland-raiders-joint-stadium-plan-los-angeles Chargers, Raiders reveal L.A. plan Espn.go.com 2015-02-20 2015-12-02 live https://web.archive.org/web/20151208115743/http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/12351492/san-diego-chargers-oakland-raiders-joint-stadium-plan-los-angeles December 8, 2015 mdy-all Such a move would have marked a return to the nation's second-largest market for both teams; the Raiders played in Los Angeles from 1982 to 1994 while the Chargers called Los Angeles home for their inaugural season in the American Football League. The Chargers were the only NFL team to play in Southern California at the time (until the Rams moved to Los Angeles in 2016), with San Diego being a 125 mi km on distance from Los Angeles, and the Chargers counted Los Angeles as a secondary market. The Chargers had been looking to replace Qualcomm Stadium (which, like the Oakland Coliseum opened in the late 1960s) since at least 2003, and had an annual out clause in which it could move in exchange for paying a fine to the city of San Diego for its remaining years on its lease. The Raiders, meanwhile, had been operating on year-to-year leases with Oakland Coliseum, the stadium it has shared with the Oakland Athletics for most of its time in Oakland, California, since the last long-term lease on that stadium ended in 2013.https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/11229559/roger-goodell-floats-san-francisco-49ers-levi-stadium-oakland-raiders-option Goodell: Levi's might fit Raiders Espn.go.com 2014-07-17 2015-12-02 live https://web.archive.org/web/20151119172029/http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11229559/roger-goodell-floats-san-francisco-49ers-levi-stadium-oakland-raiders-option November 19, 2015 mdy-all Due to both television contracts and NFL bylaws, had both of the longstanding division rivals moved to Los Angeles, one of the teams would have been required to move to the NFC West, something that Mark Davis volunteered the Raiders to be willing to do. The Raiders moving to the National Football Conference would have been considered ironic seeing that Davis's father Al Davis was a staunch opponent of the NFL during its rivalry and eventual merger with the AFL. If such a scenario had happened, a NFC West team would have had to take their spot in the AFC West. The early rumor was that the Seattle Seahawks, who played in the AFC West from 1977 to 2001, would have been the favorite to have switched conferences with the Raiders. However, that team's then growing rivalry with the San Francisco 49ers had pointed to either the Arizona Cardinals or the then-St. Louis Rams switching conferences to take the Raiders' spot in the AFC West. Had the Rams stayed in St. Louis, switching them to the AFC would have allowed for a yearly home-and-home with the cross-state Kansas City Chiefs.http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/02/20/if-chargers-and-raiders-share-stadium-one-would-likely-move-to-nfc/ If Chargers and Raiders share stadium, one would likely move to NFC Florio Mike NBC Sports February 20, 2015 nbcsports.com April 30, 2015 live https://web.archive.org/web/20150425073539/http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/02/20/if-chargers-and-raiders-share-stadium-one-would-likely-move-to-nfc/ April 25, 2015 mdy-all As a portion of the Rams' 2016 schedule was already set because of their International Series appearance, the league could not realign until at least 2017. On October 23, 2015, Mark Fabiani, Chargers spokesperson confirmed that the team planned to officially notify the NFL about its intentions to relocate to Los Angeles in January during the timetable when teams can request to relocate.Garrick David Chargers plan to file L.A. relocation papers http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2015/oct/23/chargers-stadium-fabiani-relocation-los-angeles/ November 29, 2015 The San Diego Union-Tribune October 23, 2015 live https://web.archive.org/web/20151208083739/http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2015/oct/23/chargers-stadium-fabiani-relocation-los-angeles/ December 8, 2015 mdy-all On January 4, 2016, both teams filed relocation applications for relocation to Los Angeles. On January 12, 2016, the NFL voted to allow the Rams move to Los Angeles and the Inglewood proposal, effectively rejecting and killing the Carson proposal. The Chargers were then given the option to join the Rams in Inglewood in 2017, with the Raiders having the option in 2018 if the Chargers declined; the Chargers announced on January 29 that they would remain in San Diego for the 2016 season as negotiations continued, but that if negotiations ultimately failed, they had reached an agreement in principle with the Rams to join them in Los Angeles once the Inglewood stadium was complete.Hirsh Lou Chargers to Play in S.D. for 2016; More Negotiations Planned http://sdbj.com/news/2016/jan/29/chargers-play-sd-2016-more-negotiations-planned/ January 29, 2016 San Diego Business Journal January 29, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160131062441/http://sdbj.com/news/2016/jan/29/chargers-play-sd-2016-more-negotiations-planned/ January 31, 2016 mdy-all The Raiders reached an agreement on another one-year lease extension with Oakland Coliseum on February 11, 2016, keeping the team in Oakland for one more season. The Raiders, having previously explored San Antonio, Texas as a potential relocation site in 2014, moved on to other potential relocation sites after the rejection of the Carson proposal, focusing on a stadium plan in the vicinity of Las Vegas, Nevada. On August 25, 2016, the Raiders applied for a trademark for the "Las Vegas Raiders" and unveiled artist renditions of the proposed Las Vegas stadium, given the tentative title "Raiders Stadium".Perez A.J. Oakland Raiders file to trademark 'Las Vegas Raiders' name https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/raiders/2016/08/25/raiders-las-vegas-trademark-relocation/89341228/ August 25, 2016 USA Today August 25, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160827021927/http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/raiders/2016/08/25/raiders-las-vegas-trademark-relocation/89341228/ August 27, 2016 mdy-all Naming rights agreements Buffalo Bills On August 13, the Buffalo Bills and Pegula Sports and Entertainment reached an agreement to sell the naming rights to their stadium to the locally based New Era Cap Company, a major headwear supplier to all of the major North American sports leagues. The stadium had previously been known as Rich Stadium from its opening in 1973, then as Ralph Wilson Stadium since 1998. The sale of naming rights came as somewhat of a surprise, as previous owner Ralph Wilson was firmly against selling the naming rights to the stadium and there were few companies in Western New York believed to have the money to pay the naming rights fee for an NFL stadium.Wawrow John Bills reach deal to sell stadium naming rights to New Era http://pro32.ap.org/article/bills-reach-deal-sell-stadium-naming-rights-new-era August 13, 2016 Associated Press AP Sports August 13, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160815163025/http://pro32.ap.org/article/bills-reach-deal-sell-stadium-naming-rights-new-era August 15, 2016 mdy-all Miami Dolphins Canadian-based financial services company Sun Life Financial had held the naming rights to the Miami Dolphins' stadium since 2010, a deal which expired in the offseason. The team already announced that it was not going to renew the license.Jackson Barry Heat adds center; Dolphins Friday analysis, postscripts; New stadium name coming; Loria rejects overtures; Marlins issues; Heat http://miamiherald.typepad.com/sports-buzz/2015/08/new-stadium-name-coming-loria-rejects-overtures-marlins-issues-heat.html August 15, 2015 Miami Herald April 1, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20150817080939/http://miamiherald.typepad.com/sports-buzz/2015/08/new-stadium-name-coming-loria-rejects-overtures-marlins-issues-heat.html August 17, 2015 mdy-all On August 16, 2016, it was reported that Hard Rock Cafe purchased the naming rights to the stadium, with the venue to be renamed Hard Rock Stadium.Jackson Barry Miami Dolphins' stadium gets a new name: Hard Rock http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/nfl/miami-dolphins/article96001322.html August 16, 2016 Miami Herald August 16, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160817161447/http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/nfl/miami-dolphins/article96001322.html August 17, 2016 mdy-all Oakland Raiders On April 2, the O.co Coliseum, home of the Oakland Raiders, reverted to its previous identity as the Oakland Alameda Coliseum. Online retailer Overstock.com held the naming rights to the Raiders' home field since 2011,Graf Dan O.co Coliseum is now just Oakland Coliseum again http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/oakland-raiders-athletics-o-co-coliseum-naming-rights-040316 Foxsports.com April 3, 2016 April 3, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160404051043/http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/oakland-raiders-athletics-o-co-coliseum-naming-rights-040316 April 4, 2016 mdy-all but opted out of the naming rights agreement, though it will continue to maintain its corporate sponsorship with the Athletics. The Raiders' home field has undergone numerous name changes in its history, including Network Associates Coliseum (1998–2004) and McAfee Coliseum (2004–2008).Johnson Lizzie O.co drops out; stadium is back to just Oakland Coliseum http://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/O-co-drops-out-stadium-is-back-to-just-Oakland-7224659.php April 2, 2016 San Francisco Chronicle April 2, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160403033544/http://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/O-co-drops-out-stadium-is-back-to-just-Oakland-7224659.php April 3, 2016 mdy-all Field surface changes Baltimore Ravens On December 2, 2015, the Baltimore Ravens announced a change in the surface at M&T Bank Stadium from their previous Shaw Sportexe Momentum 51 artificial turf to natural Bermuda grass for the first time since the 2001 season, by player preference for a natural surface.Zrebiec Jeff Ravens will switch to natural grass at M&T Bank Stadium in 2016 https://www.baltimoresun.com/2015/12/04/ravens-will-switch-to-natural-grass-at-mt-bank-stadium-in-2016/ June 5, 2016 The Baltimore Sun December 4, 2015 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160512193527/http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/bal-ravens-switching-to-grass-field-20151204-story.html May 12, 2016 mdy-all The field was replaced beginning on February 4, 2016, timed to be installed by the start of the Johns Hopkins lacrosse season.Gilbert Pete M&T Bank Stadium rips up turf for new grass field http://www.wbaltv.com/sports/mt-bank-stadium-rips-up-turf-for-new-grass-field/37821266 June 5, 2016 WBAL-TV February 4, 2016 Baltimore live https://web.archive.org/web/20160805040503/http://www.wbaltv.com/sports/mt-bank-stadium-rips-up-turf-for-new-grass-field/37821266 August 5, 2016 mdy-all New uniforms and patches NFL Color Rush After a trial run in 2015, the NFL Color Rush program returned for 2016 with all 32 NFL teams required to participate.Uni Watch: A colorful rush to judgment http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/17538646/uni-watch-goes-game-game-break-nfl-latest-color-rush-uniforms September 20, 2016 uniwatch.com September 13, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160917081248/http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/17538646/uni-watch-goes-game-game-break-nfl-latest-color-rush-uniforms September 17, 2016 mdy-all To prevent issues with color blindness from the previous season, the NFL is scheduled match-ups and where color blindness would not be an issue. The Color Rush games were during the Thursday Night Football contests.Florio Mike Mike Florio NFL apparently has a plan to avoid color-blind confusion for Color Rush games http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/04/16/nfl-apparently-has-a-plan-to-avoid-color-blind-confusion-for-color-rush-games/ Profootballtalk.com NBC Sports August 13, 2016 April 16, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160820232401/http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/04/16/nfl-apparently-has-a-plan-to-avoid-color-blind-confusion-for-color-rush-games/ August 20, 2016 mdy-all The San Francisco 49ers wore a patch to commemorate their 70th season.Fucillo David 49ers to wear 70th anniversary patch, likely wear black jerseys again http://www.ninersnation.com/2016/3/7/11177378/49ers-to-wear-70th-anniversary-patch-likely-wear-black-jerseys-again ninersnation.com SB Nation July 13, 2016 March 7, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160818081110/http://www.ninersnation.com/2016/3/7/11177378/49ers-to-wear-70th-anniversary-patch-likely-wear-black-jerseys-again August 18, 2016 mdy-all The New Orleans Saints wore a patch to commemorate their 50th season.Delery Wallace Saints Unveil Addition To Their Uniform For 50th Anniversary Season http://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/2016/3/19/11264174/saints-unveil-addition-to-their-uniform-for-50th-anniversary-season canalstreetchronicles.com SB Nation July 13, 2016 March 19, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160709073343/http://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/2016/3/19/11264174/saints-unveil-addition-to-their-uniform-for-50th-anniversary-season July 9, 2016 mdy-all The New York Giants wore white pants instead of gray for their primary home jerseys.Kratch James Giants making uniform change for 2016 season http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2016/07/giants_making_uniform_change_for_2016_season.html July 13, 2016 The Star-Ledger July 11, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160712131239/http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2016/07/giants_making_uniform_change_for_2016_season.html July 12, 2016 mdy-all The Los Angeles Rams joined the handful of teams (such as the Cowboys and the Dolphins) that primarily wear their white jerseys at home. The change comes as a nod to the team's Fearsome Foursome era (they will play in the same stadium as those teams) and to accommodate the warmer climate of Los Angeles. The uniform itself will remain the same as it was in the last years in St. Louis.Klein Gary Rams will wear white uniforms for home games this season https://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-uniforms-20160811-snap-story.html August 12, 2016 Los Angeles Times August 11, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160812003238/http://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-uniforms-20160811-snap-story.html August 12, 2016 mdy-all The Miami Dolphins wore aqua for some of their home games in 2016 that include daytime.Dwork David Dolphins Unveil Uniforms For All Eight Home Games In 2016 http://miami.cbslocal.com/2016/05/23/dolphins-unveil-uniforms-for-all-eight-home-games-in-2016/ October 18, 2016 CBS 4 May 23, 2016 Miami live https://web.archive.org/web/20161019145806/http://miami.cbslocal.com/2016/05/23/dolphins-unveil-uniforms-for-all-eight-home-games-in-2016/ October 19, 2016 mdy-all The Pittsburgh Steelers retired their 1934 throwback uniforms after the 2016 season. The Steelers wore them for the last time on October 9, 2016, against the New York Jets.Wold Rachel Steelers to retire hideous 'bumblebee' throwback uniforms http://sportsnaut.com/2016/08/steelers-to-retire-hideous-bumblebee-throwback-uniforms/ Sportsnaut.com Sportsnaut October 18, 2016 August 3, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20161020035613/http://sportsnaut.com/2016/08/steelers-to-retire-hideous-bumblebee-throwback-uniforms/ October 20, 2016 mdy-all The Atlanta Falcons wore 1966 throwback uniforms against the San Diego Chargers and San Francisco 49ers. The throwback uniforms are an altered version of the ones used from 2009 to 2012.Shaw Morgan http://www.atlantafalcons.com/news/blog/article-1/Falcons-to-Bring-Back-%E2%80%9966-Throwback-Uniforms/ecbd9946-0bd4-4387-8fd8-9dbe7ffa8c9f Falcons to Bring Back '66 Throwback Uniforms Atlantafalcons.com 2016-10-19 2016-12-23 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20170110193150/http://www.atlantafalcons.com/news/blog/article-1/Falcons-to-Bring-Back-%E2%80%9966-Throwback-Uniforms/ecbd9946-0bd4-4387-8fd8-9dbe7ffa8c9f January 10, 2017 mdy-all The Washington Redskins wore burgundy pants with their white jerseys for the first time in five years,Tesfatsion Master https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/football-insider/wp/2016/09/30/redskins-players-and-fans-hope-the-burgundy-pants-are-here-to-stay/ Redskins players, and fans, hope the burgundy pants are here to stay The Washington Post 2016-12-23 live https://web.archive.org/web/20170203195447/https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/football-insider/wp/2016/09/30/redskins-players-and-fans-hope-the-burgundy-pants-are-here-to-stay/ February 3, 2017 mdy-all and temporarily place gray facemasks on their helmets when wearing the 1937 throwback uniforms. Media Broadcast rights This was the third season under the league's broadcast contracts with its television partners. This included "cross-flexing" (switching) Sunday afternoon games between CBS and Fox before or during the season, regardless of whether the visiting team is in the AFC (which CBS normally airs) or the NFC (which is normally carried by Fox). NBC continued to air Sunday Night Football, the annual Kickoff game, and the primetime Thanksgiving game. ESPN continued airing Monday Night Football and the Pro Bowl. During the postseason, ABC simulcasted one AFC Wild Card game with ESPN. One NFC Wild Card game was broadcast on NBC. Coverage of the AFC playoff games was split between CBS and NBC, while the remainder of the NFC playoff games was broadcast by Fox. CBS had exclusive coverage of the AFC Championship Game. Fox had exclusive coverage of the NFC Championship Game and Super Bowl LI, and it was also on Fox Deportes. Flexible scheduling A change to the flexible scheduling rule takes effect for the 2016 season: in week 17, any game can be flexed into Sunday Night Football, regardless of how many times a team had been featured on a primetime game that season. This change can, theoretically, allow a game with playoff implications in the final week of the season to be moved to primetime for greater prominence.Pelissero Tom NFL lifts prime-time flex scheduling restriction for Week 17 https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2016/03/21/flex-scheduling-week-17/82090786/ March 21, 2016 USA Today March 21, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160322100912/http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2016/03/21/flex-scheduling-week-17/82090786/ March 22, 2016 mdy-all As in 2015, the NFL will continue the "suspension" of its blackout policy, meaning that all games will be broadcast in their home markets regardless of ticket sales; Goodell stated that the league needed to continue investigating the impact of removing the blackout rules before such a change is made permanent.NFL continues suspension of local TV blackout policy for 2016 https://www.si.com/nfl/2016/03/28/nfl-continues-suspension-tv-blackout-rule March 29, 2016 Sports Illustrated Time Inc. March 28, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160329092720/http://www.si.com/nfl/2016/03/28/nfl-continues-suspension-tv-blackout-rule March 29, 2016 mdy-all Thursday Night Football The league's contract with CBS for Thursday Night Football expired after the 2015 season and was placed back up for bids.NFL Ready To Accept New Bids For Thursday Night Package, Including Streaming Companies http://www.sportsbusinessdaily.com/Daily/Issues/2015/12/16/Media/NFL-Thursday.aspx Sports Business Journal December 16, 2015 16 December 2015 live https://web.archive.org/web/20151222112931/http://www.sportsbusinessdaily.com/Daily/Issues/2015/12/16/Media/NFL-Thursday.aspx December 22, 2015 mdy-all On February 1, 2016, the NFL announced that Thursday Night Football would be shared between CBS, NBC, and NFL Network for the 2016 season. CBS and NBC will each air five games, which will be simulcast by NFL Network, along with an additional eight games exclusively on NFL Network, the production of which will be split between the two networks. Commissioner Roger Goodell that the league was "thrilled to add NBC to the Thursday Night Football mix, a trusted partner with a proven track record of success broadcasting NFL football in primetime, and look forward to expanding with a digital partner for what will be a unique tri-cast on broadcast, cable and digital platforms."CBS & NBC To Share 'Thursday Night Football' With NFL Network; League Eyes "Tri-Cast" With Digital Partner https://deadline.com/2016/02/thursday-night-football-cbs-nbc-share-nfl-network-1201694273/ Deadline Hollywood February 2016 1 February 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160202032721/http://deadline.com/2016/02/thursday-night-football-cbs-nbc-share-nfl-network-1201694273/ February 2, 2016 mdy-all On April 5, 2016, it was announced that Twitter had acquired non-exclusive worldwide digital streaming rights to the 10 broadcast television TNF games, including to mobile devices (this is the first time any NFL games have been made available to mobile devices not subscribed to Verizon Wireless, whose NFL Mobile app holds exclusive rights to all other games). This partnership will also include content for Twitter's live streaming service Periscope, such as behind-the-scenes access.Brodkin Jon Twitter buys NFL streaming rights for 10 Thursday Night Football games https://arstechnica.com/business/2016/04/twitter-buys-nfl-streaming-rights-for-10-thursday-night-football-games/ Ars Technica Condé Nast 5 April 2016 5 April 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160405174814/http://arstechnica.com/business/2016/04/twitter-buys-nfl-streaming-rights-for-10-thursday-night-football-games/ April 5, 2016 mdy-all Internet streaming for International Series After 2015's Bills–Jaguars International Series contest was a modest success, the league was initially expected to make all three of the 2016 London games exclusive to the Internet. Yahoo! Screen, which carried the 2015 contest, shut down in January 2016;Thielman Sam Yahoo kills off Screen video service less than four years after launch https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2016/jan/04/yahoo-screen-video-service-ends April 7, 2016 The Guardian New York City live https://web.archive.org/web/20160403071034/http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2016/jan/04/yahoo-screen-video-service-ends April 3, 2016 mdy-all the bidders on the three games (which may or may not go to the same broadcaster) included YouTube and Apple TV, both of which bid on the 2015 game but were passed up in favor of Yahoo!'s bid.Toonkel Jessica Exclusive: NFL to live-stream all London games, in talks with Apple, Google https://www.reuters.com/article/us-nfl-london-livestream-idUSKBN0UM1YJ20160108 April 7, 2016 Reuters Thomson Reuters January 8, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160409160523/http://www.reuters.com/article/us-nfl-london-livestream-idUSKBN0UM1YJ20160108 April 9, 2016 mdy-all Ultimately, the league decided not to make the International Series games Web-exclusive, instead focusing its efforts on the Thursday Night Football partnership with Twitter.Toonkel Jessica NFL decides against live stream of London games next season https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nfl-decides-against-live-stream-145206760.html April 11, 2016 Yahoo! Finance Reuters Yahoo! April 11, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160413091940/http://finance.yahoo.com/news/nfl-decides-against-live-stream-145206760.html April 13, 2016 mdy-all Personnel changes Mike Tirico, the lead play-by-play announcer for Monday Night Football, announced his departure from ESPN on May 9, 2016; he joins NBC, where he was originally designated to lead the network's broadcast team for Thursday Night Football telecasts. Replacing Tirico on MNF is Sean McDonough.Mandell Nick ESPN confirms that Mike Tirico will leave network; will be replaced by Sean McDonough on MNF http://ftw.usatoday.com/2016/05/mike-tirico-espn May 9, 2016 USA Today May 9, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160510102154/http://ftw.usatoday.com/2016/05/mike-tirico-espn May 10, 2016 mdy-all The move was initially reported in April but not confirmed until the next month.Ourand John Sources: ESPN Mainstay Mike Tirico Leaving To Join NBC http://www.sportsbusinessdaily.com/Daily/Closing-Bell/2016/04/25/Tirico.aspx Sports Business Daily April 25, 2016 April 25, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160426195922/http://www.sportsbusinessdaily.com/Daily/Closing-Bell/2016/04/25/Tirico.aspx April 26, 2016 mdy-all However, shortly before the start of the regular season, the league exercised a clause in its television contract with NBC demanding that any broadcast team that calls Sunday Night Football also call Thursday Night Football as well, effectively forcing Al Michaels to call both packages unless he and Tirico also split Sundays (this was the scenario that was ultimately chosen; on most weeks when Michaels calls a Thursday game, Tirico will call Sundays).Raissman Bob Al Michaels, not Mike Tirico, will be calling NFL games on Thursday for NBC http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/al-michaels-not-mike-tirico-calling-thursday-nfl-games-article-1.2759020 August 24, 2016 New York Daily News August 20, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160823142852/http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/al-michaels-not-mike-tirico-calling-thursday-nfl-games-article-1.2759020 August 23, 2016 mdy-all Tirico eventually got his chance the next season, when NBC announced he would replace Michaels after the NFL waived its broadcast team clause. Tirico's colleague at ESPN, Heather Cox, was also hired by NBC as their sideline reporter for Thursday Night Football, after Michele Tafoya opted out to spend more time with family, and to focus on SNF. This is also the final season Chris Berman serves as a studio analyst for ESPN's NFL programming; Berman has been with ESPN since the network's inception in 1979.http://thebiglead.com/2016/05/26/chris-berman-retiring-espn-after/ McIntyre Jason Chris Berman's Contract Won't Be Renewed at ESPN, Who Replaces Him? USA Today May 26, 2016 May 26, 2016 live https://web.archive.org/web/20160527230441/http://thebiglead.com/2016/05/26/chris-berman-retiring-espn-after/ May 27, 2016 mdy-all This would also end up being Phil Simms' last season as lead color commentator for the NFL on CBS. Tony Romo, who would retire at the end of this season, would replace Simms as lead color commentator on CBS. Simms will join The NFL Today next season.January 2022 This would also lead to Tony Gonzalez and Bart Scott, leaving The NFL Today. Gonzalez will now be on Fox NFL Kickoff. Replacing Gonzalez and Scott will be Simms and Nate Burleson, who comes over from NFL Network's football morning talk show, Good Morning Football, although he will remain with the show. This would also be the last season for Solomon Wilcots at CBS. James Lofton from Westwood One, will replace Wilcots next season. Meanwhile, at Fox, this would be the last season for John Lynch, who would leave to be the next general manager of the San Francisco 49ers. Replacing Lynch next season, would be Charles Davis who would move up from the #4 team at Fox to join Kevin Burkhardt. Television viewers and ratings Most watched regular season games DH = doubleheader; SNF = NBC Sunday Night Football Rank Date Matchup Network Viewers (millions) TV ratinghttp://www.sportsmediawatch.com/nfl-tv-ratings-viewership-nbc-cbs-fox-espn-nfln-regular-season-playoffs/ The NFL Ratings Page SportsMediaWatch.com September 27, 2014 September 29, 2016 September 6, 2018 https://web.archive.org/web/20180906111536/http://www.sportsmediawatch.com/nfl-tv-ratings-viewership-nbc-cbs-fox-espn-nfln-regular-season-playoffs/ live Window Significance 1 November 24, 4:30 ET Washington Redskins 26 Dallas Cowboys 31Fox 35.1 14.5 Thanksgiving Cowboys–Redskins rivalry 2 November 13, 4:25 ET Dallas Cowboys 35 Pittsburgh Steelers 30 28.9 16.4 Late DHa a none Cowboys–Steelers rivalry 3 October 16, 4:25 ET Dallas Cowboys 30 Green Bay Packers 16 28.0 15.8 Late DHb b none Cowboys-Packers rivalry 4 November 24, 12:30 ET Minnesota Vikings 13 Detroit Lions 16CBS 27.6 13.0 Thanksgiving Lions–Vikings rivalry 5 September 11, 4:25 ET New York Giants 20 Dallas Cowboys 19 Fox 27.5 15.5 Late DHc c none Cowboys–Giants rivalry 6 December 11, 8:30 ET Dallas Cowboys 7 New York Giants 10 NBC 26.5 14.9 SNF Cowboys–Giants rivalry 7 December 4, 4:25 ET New York Giants 14 Pittsburgh Steelers 24 Fox 25.4 14.6 Late DHd d none 8 September 8, 8:30 ET Carolina Panthers 20 Denver Broncos 21 NBC 25.2 14.6 Kickoff Game Super Bowl 50 Rematch 9 December 11, 4:25 ET Seattle Seahawks 10 Green Bay Packers 38 Fox 25.2 14.4 Late DHe e none Packers–Seahawks rivalry 10 December 18, 4:25 ET New England Patriots 16 Denver Broncos 3 CBS 25.0 14.2 Late DHf f none AFC Championship Rematch *Note – Late DH matchups listed in table are the matchups that were shown to the largest percentage of the market. lower-alpha A A noneDAL/PIT was shown in 92% of the markets during the late doubleheader time slot of Fox coverage. B B noneDAL/GB was shown in 86% of the markets during the late doubleheader time slot of Fox coverage. C C noneNYG/DAL was shown in 90% of the markets during the late doubleheader time slot of Fox coverage. D D noneNYG/PIT was shown in 85% of the markets during the late doubleheader time slot of Fox coverage. E E noneSEA/GB was shown in 67% of the markets during the late doubleheader time slot of Fox coverage. F F noneNE/DEN was shown in 83% of the markets during the late doubleheader time slot of CBS coverage. Notes note References 30em External links Complete schedule for all teams 2016