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By Kevin Dolney@K_Dog92 Oct 14, 2015, 7:00am EDT

AFC EAST:

New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)

Patriots Work Out WR Nicks, RB Pead, and TE Kasa - Pats Pulpit
A few more veterans traveled to New England for a workout.

New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)

Jets Add Sheldon Richardson to Roster; Waive Wes Saxton - Gang Green Nation
Sheldon Richardson's suspension has ended. That means he can be added to the acted roster. The Jets needed to clear a spot for him, though, so they waived rookie tight end Wes Saxton. We have...

Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)

IK Enemkpali added to Buffalo Bills' active roster; Cierre Wood to IR - Buffalo Rumblings
IK Enemkpali has been officially added to the Buffalo Bills' 53-man roster, but with Cierre Wood heading to IR, the team may be back down to two healthy running backs for now.

AFC NORTH:

Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)

Ravens add free agent cornerback Shareece Wright - Baltimore Beatdown
The Ravens got dinged with yet another injury as reports came out that newly acquired cornerback Will Davis tore his ACL in the game Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. With fellow cornerback L...

Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)

Pittsburgh Steelers defeat Chargers 24-20 and stay alive within the AFC North race - Behind the Steel Curtain
The Pittsburgh Steelers win in dramatic fashion on Monday Night Football and move their record to 3-2 and hand Michael Vick his first win as a Pittsburgh Steeler.

Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)

Bengals vs Seahawks: Bengals remain undefeated after thrilling 27-24 overtime win - Cincy Jungle
The Cincinnati Bengals are 5-0 for the first time since '88 and for only the third time in franchise history, joining the '75 and '88 squads. It was a pretty awesome win.

Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)

Browns-Ravens Final Score: Cleveland Rallies to Beat Baltimore in Overtime, 33-30 - Dawgs By Nature
McCown's hot hand continued, and then the running game helped lead the Browns into field goal range. K Travis Coons drilled the chip shot 30-yard field goal to win the game and send the Browns to 2-3 and the Ravens to 1-4.

AFC SOUTH:

Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)

What's Been The Biggest Disappointment Over The Texans' First Five Games Of 2015? - Battle Red Blog
At 1-4, the Houston Texans have been a colossal disappointment. What's been the biggest part of that letdown? Texans fans chime in on Battle Red Blog.

Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)

Ken Whisenhunt is not a good NFL head coach - Music City Miracles
It is time to move on.

Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)

Gus Bradley links Bernard Pierce's concussion symptoms with punt coverage mistake - Big Cat Country
Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley didn't say definitively that Bernard Pierce's punt block gaffe was because of his reported concussion, but it's the only explanation he had.

Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)

Colts sign return specialist Marcus Thigpen, release quarterback Josh Johnson - Stampede Blue
The Indianapolis Colts today signed return specialist Marcus Thigpen and released quarterback Josh Johnson.

AFC WEST:

Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)

Horse Tracks: Broncos' pass-rushers OK sans DeMarcus Ware for now - Mile High Report
Denver's defense can overcome the loss of D-Ware.

San Diego Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)

Chargers-Steelers Final Score: San Diego loses to Pittsburgh 24-20 on last play of the game - Bolts From The Blue
It's nothing new for the San Diego Chargers, as they once again lose a heartbreaker on Monday Night Football. This time, it was to Michael Vick and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Oakland Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)

PFF Grades: Raiders with NFL's best pass protecting offensive line - Silver And Black Pride
This season Pro Football Focus has had a lot of good things to say about the Raiders' offensive line. While the run blocking hasn't been consistently great, the pass blocking has been among the...

Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)

MRI confirms Jamaal Charles tore his ACL - Arrowhead Pride
Ugh...

NFC EAST:

New York Giants (via Big Blue View)

Giants 30, 49ers 27: "Kudos & Wet Willies" review - Big Blue View
The "Kudos & Wet Willies" review of Sunday's game is turning into a mushy love-fest. Give this week's "K&WW" a read and let us know what you agree or disagree with.

Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)

Eagles to wear all black uniforms against New York Giants in Week 6 - Bleeding Green Nation
Back in black.

Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)

BREAKING NEWS: Matt Cassel Reported To Be Cowboys Starter For Giants Game - Blogging The Boys
Brandon Weeden reportedly benched.

Washington Redskins (via Hogs Haven)

Redskins Lose in Overtime to Falcons, 25-19 - Hogs Haven
Washington Redskins put up a fight, but ultimately lose to the Atlanta Falcons.

NFC NORTH:

Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)

T.J. Lang has 'outside chance' of playing in Week 6, per report - Acme Packing Company
The Packers' guard shouldn't miss much time due to his knee sprain.

Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)

Lions-Cardinals PFF Grades: An embarrassing performance from all phases - Pride Of Detroit
The Detroit Lions have now lost seven straight games to the Arizona Cardinals and this may be the most embarrassing one yet. Check out the individual performances for Sunday's beatdown.

Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)

Chicago Bears place Jacquizz Rodgers on season ending IR, sign RB Antone Smith - Windy City Gridiron
Earlier today the Chicago Bears placed back up running back and special teamer, Jacquizz Rodgers, on season ending injured reserve. To take his place on the roster the Bears added former Atlanta Falcons' running back Antone Smith.

Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)

A Brief Look At Chiefs/Vikings History - Daily Norseman
As we generally do as we get closer to game time, we'll take a look back at the history between the Vikings and their upcoming opponent.

NFC SOUTH:

NFC WEST:

San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)

Does Steve Spurrier retirement cut down on South Carolina-49ers draft pipeline? - Niners Nation
The ol' ball coach is stepping down. Trent Baalke has brought a decent number of Gamecocks to the Bay Area. Will the 49ers pipeline continue?

Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)

Arizona Cardinals reportedly agree to sign pass rusher Dwight Freeney - Revenge of the Birds
With the potential loss of Alex Okafor, the Cardinals needed pass rushing help.

Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)

Seahawks vs. Bengals: Snap count analysis - Field Gulls
Let's take a look at the Seahawks' snap count from Sunday's game.

St. Louis Rams (via Turf Show Times)

St. Louis Rams Monday News: DE Chris Long Will Be Week To Week With Knee Injury, RB Trey Watts Released And More - Turf Show Times
Bye week Monday doesn't mean the Rams aren't still at work...