Drake Maye showed up and showed out in his first Monday night game. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> star took on the New York Giants in Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season, taking his team to an easy 33-15 blowout win that was secured after two quarters (the Patriots led 30-7 at halftime).&nbsp;



Maye was surgical again, going 24 of 31 for 282 yards, two touchdowns and a 126.0 passer rating. The second-year quarterback is playing at a high level this campaign, and the MVP buzz continues, as the Patriots improved to 11-2, with 10 consecutive wins.&nbsp;



After Giants’ pass rusher Brian Burns called him “too poised” in the pocket, Maye responded with a strong performance that earned him a lot of praise.&nbsp;



<h2>Mike Vrabel on what Drake Maye showed against the Giants&nbsp;</h2>



Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel raved about his young quarterback after the game, highlighting the traits and maturity he’s shown in only his second season in the league.



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“He’s able to keep his composure, keep his eyes downfield,” Vrabel said. “I thought some of the best plays were just the extensions, the scramble for a first down. To scramble and stay in bounds there late in the game, knowing the situation forces them to call a timeout. And then not throwing an incompletion there at the end of the game. Unselfishly, probably could have said, ‘Hey, I’m gonna try to throw a touchdown.’ And just go and slide and use the clock. Those are the things that probably don’t show up on the stat sheet. Being accurate downfield and being able to give Kayshon (Boutte) a real catchable ball in the end zone was nice, too.”



The Patriots are headed into their bye week. They will return to action on Dec. 14 against the Buffalo Bills, in a duel that can define the 2025 AFC East division champions.&nbsp;

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The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots"> New England Patriots</a> secured another big win on Monday against the New York Giants. The AFC East team extended its winning streak to 10 games with the 33-15 victory it secured in Week 13. The turnaround is complete for the Patriots, who are two wins away from tying their 2024 season losses.



Drake Maye once again led the Patriots after finishing 24 of 31 for 282 yards and two touchdowns with three sacks. Jaxson Dart couldn’t keep up with Maye, going 17 of 24 for 139 yards and one touchdown.



The Patriots continue to be a well-rounded team, dominating on both ends of the ball, and they are anything but done. Mike Vrabel changed the culture in Foxborough, but he doesn’t want the players to relax.



<h2>Mike Vrabel’s clear message to players</h2>



Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Vrabel explained what he expects to see from the Patriots now that they head into their bye week.



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“We’re not done. We’re not satisfied,” Vrabel said. “I think champions are never satisfied. I think you can appreciate where you are. But at the same time, never be satisfied or complacent, and the fine line between rest and recovery and just being sedentary…Understand that just because you have a bye, doesn’t mean you’re guaranteed some victory the next week in this league…”



The Patriots will return to action on Dec. 14 against the Buffalo Bills. Buffalo was the first team the Patriots beat to start their remarkable run. They will face the Baltimore Ravens in Week 16, before taking on the New York Jets and the Miami Dolphins to close out the regular season.&nbsp;

Mike Vrabel sends hungry message to Patriots ahead of bye week

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arizona Cardinals </a>suffered another one-score loss on Sunday. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat them 20-17 at Raymond James Stadium in Week 14 of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. The NFC West team is on a four-game losing streak after beating the Dallas Cowboys 27-17 in Week 9.



The season could look different if certain games had gone the Cardinals’ way. The one-score losses still sting the team, and head coach Jonathan Gannon is well aware that they need to do better moving forward.



Jacoby Brissett went 29 of 40 for 301 yards and two touchdowns with one interception against the Buccaneers. Those numbers weren’t enough against Baker Mayfield’s 194 yards and one touchdown. Ahead of a challenging matchup against the division leaders Los Angeles Rams, Gannon stated what the team has missed during those losses.



<h2>Jonathan Gannon says the Cardinals know how to win</h2>



Speaking with reporters during his Monday press availability, the coach said the Cardinals need to execute better, and the game needs to go their way in every phase.



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“I was thinking about it on the plane, it’s like these one-score games, and then you watch all three phases on the plane as you’re flying home, and it’s like, ‘yes, it’s one score games, but through the course of 60 minutes, every minute goes into winning and losing.’ And there’s multiple examples of a play here, a play there, execution here, a call here, whatever, all three phases coaching and playing, we just got to do better,” Gannon said. “And I keep saying the same thing, but it’s the truth. There’s no magic pill. It’s not like we don’t understand how to win – we just haven’t done it.”



With a 3-9 record, the Cardinals are likely heading to an offseason full of changes.&nbsp;

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The future of the Pittsburgh Steelers could be partially decided next weekend, as they face off against the Baltimore Ravens. This divisional clash will ultimately determine whether Mike Tomlin and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a> stay atop the AFC North or drop to second place after Week 14.



Unfortunately for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Steelers</a>, the head coach confirmed during his press conference that the defense will once again be depleted, as Derrick Harmon was unable to recover from his injury and will remain sidelined—just as he was against the Bills.



“Derrick Harmon can be characterized as being out this week with his knee injury.” the HC <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tomlin">Tomlin</a> said via the team’s YouTube channel. “Everyone else could be characterized as questionable. The guys that fall into that category include Patrick Queen with his glute injury.



“And some other guys with bumps and bruises associated with play. James Pierre is in concussion protocol, and I never try to provide too much color regarding that. The medical experts determine that. But he is in the protocol and could be listed as questionable as we sit here today.”



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<h2>What happened to Harmon?</h2>



During the Week 11 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium, Derrick Harmon injured one of his knees, forcing him to miss the following games for the Steelers.



<h2>Harmon’s rookie season in Pittsburgh</h2>



Derrick Harmon has shown glimpses of his potential during his rookie season in Pittsburgh. The defensive lineman’s statistics currently reflect 9 solo tackles and 2 sacks, contributing to the team’s defensive efforts. 



While demonstrating disruptive potential, Harmon has yet to record a turnover, with his current figures showing zero forced fumbles (FF) and zero interceptions (INT).

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Mike Tomlin confirms Steelers will not recover key Aaron Rodgers teammate vs Ravens

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-broncos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Denver Broncos</a> have been almost perfect this year. However, the front office is aware of the needs in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bo-nix" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bo Nix</a>‘s offense, which is why the club has signed a new player — one who was with Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills this same season.



Standing at 10-2, the Broncos are practically in the playoffs. Nevertheless, the front office aims for that first-week bye, which is why Denver has added a new weapon for Bo Nix to keep the streak alive and secure the No. 1 seed.



On Tuesday, the Broncos announced that Elijah Moore has been signed to their practice squad. The wide receiver is expected to be elevated in the upcoming days, as he could provide a massive boost to Nix’s offense.



<h2>Elijah Moore brings more versatility and depth to the Broncos</h2>



As of today, Courtland Sutton remains the best wide receiver on the roster. However, there has been a lot of uncertainty about the rest of the corps behind the talented veteran.



Troy Franklin and Pat Bryant are listed as WR2 and WR3, respectively. Marvin Mims Jr. is the fourth option, but his duties as a punt returner reduce his workload on offense.



The 25-year-old wideout has not enjoyed a great career so far, averaging just above 550 receiving yards in the five seasons he has been in the NFL. However, the lack of depth is where Elijah Moore could find his opportunity to shine in Denver.


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Moore was part of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/buffalo-bills" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bills</a> this season, but he started only two games, recording nine receptions for 112 yards from Josh Allen. Now, he joins an offense that was desperate for a solid wideout, and Denver could be the place where he finds the stability he needs.



<h2>Moore’s arrival comes at a crucial moment for Denver</h2>



Even though the Broncos are 10-2 and the AFC West seems firmly in their control, they do not want to take any chances. Their goal is to extend the current nine-game winning streak through the end of the regular season.



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In this final stretch, Denver faces the Raiders, Chargers, and Chiefs — three divisional matchups that will not be easy at all. If Nix can build a strong connection with Moore, the Broncos could finally become the true contenders that many still doubt they are.

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Broncos help Bo Nix with new weapon who played for Allen's Bills this season

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ latest loss to the Buffalo Bills could mark a turning point for the team this <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season. Mike Tomlin’s squad didn’t deliver its best performance, and Aaron Rodgers believes he knows what the main factor behind it was.



Preparing for games like this, against opponents who are typically <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> contenders, demands a higher level of intensity than usual—something, according to the quarterback himself, that didn’t work out during the week.



“I thought we had a better preparation week and a poor practice week for whatever reason,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Rodgers</a> admitted during his post-game press conference. “I’m not sure if it was the cold weather, [or] what it was, but it was not our best week of practice.”



Extreme cold may have been one factor behind the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Steelers</a>’ lackluster performance, even though they’re usually accustomed to such conditions. The Bills, despite playing on the road, showed their contender credentials and secured an impressive victory.



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<h2>Steelers miss a golden chance</h2>



The Pittsburgh Steelers squandered a major chance to take control of the AFC North, as the Baltimore Ravens lost to the Cincinnati Bengals on Thanksgiving. Now, both the Steelers and the Ravens remain tied at 6-6.



<h4>AFC North current standings</h4>



<ul><li>Baltimore Ravens (6-6)</li><li>Pittsburgh Steelers (6-6)</li><li>Cincinnati Bengals (4-8)</li><li>Cleveland Browns (3-9)</li></ul>



<h2>Can the Steelers make the Playoffs?</h2>



According to the <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">official NFL website</a>, the Pittsburgh Steelers currently hold a 30% probability of making the playoffs ahead of Week 14. While the team remains firmly in the postseason hunt, this relatively low figure reflects the competitive nature of the AFC.



<h2>What’s next for Pittsburgh?</h2>



The Steelers face a challenging and critical stretch of games to close out the season. This run begins with a key divisional matchup on the road against the Ravens, followed by a home game hosting the Dolphins. 



They then hit the road for two more tough tests against the Lions and the Browns, before concluding their schedule with a second pivotal home contest against the Ravens.

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Aaron Rodgers makes concerning admission for Mike Tomlin to hear

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tomlin">Mike Tomlin</a> has been the Pittsburgh Steelers head coach since 2007, but his long tenure in the City of Bridges appears to be facing critical hours. Even though the Week 13 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/are-the-pittsburgh-steelers-out-of-the-playoffs-after-loss-against-bills-in-week-13">loss to the Buffalo Bills didn’t eliminate the Steelers from the 2026 NFL playoffs</a>, the team now has no margin for error with a 6-6 record.



Steelers fans voiced their displeasure with the current state of the franchise in an unprecedented manner on Sunday, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-steelers-fans-finally-chant-fire-mike-tomlin-in-epic-video-at-pittsburgh-during-game-against-bills">chanting “Fire Tomlin!”</a> for the first time in nearly two decades of his leadership.



Tomlin led the Steelers to a Super Bowl win in his second year as head coach and the team has never had a losing season on his watch. However, with Pittsburgh’s last playoff win dating back to January 2017, fans are calling for a change.



<h2>Will Steelers fire Tomlin after chants from fans?</h2>



Despite the fans’ chants, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Steelers</a> will not part ways with Tomlin. During an appearance on the Pat McAfee Show on Monday, the NFL insider ruled out this scenario: “They are not firing Mike Tomlin. That’s not gonna happen.



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In response to a question from Tone Digz, Schefter expanded on the situation: “Tone, I have always felt like if a change ever occurs there, it is gonna be because Mike Tomlin doesn’t wanna be back there. Mike Tomlin, again, I know the people in Pittsburgh do not like it, but he has not had a losing season in his 18 years as a head coach. They also have not won a playoff game since (the) 2016 (season).”


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<h2>Why are the Steelers not expected to fire Tomlin?</h2>



Tomlin’s current deal and the Rooney family’s stance of avoiding to fire head coaches makes a change unlikely in the near future. Not only is Tomlin under contract through the 2027 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season, but he’s only the third coach the Steelers have had since 1969.



His predecessor, Bill Cowher, coached Pittsburgh for 15 seasons and led the team to a Super Bowl win. Before that, the Steelers were on Chuck Noll’s watch for 23 years in the franchise’s most glorious era, achieving four <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> victories in that period.

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Report confirms if Steelers will fire Mike Tomlin after fans' chants

The New England Patriots are enjoying a dream season, and their Monday Night Football clash against the New York Giants only confirmed it. Mike Vrabel’s leadership at the helm of the team has further elevated <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye">Drake Maye</a>, who many are now positioning as a frontrunner for MVP.



After the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">Patriots</a>’ victory in Foxborough against one of their historic rivals, the head coach spoke about the moment the QB is experiencing and how much he means for the team’s positive development during this crucial stage of the season.



“I think he’s realizing what he can be and what the impact that he makes on this offense and being the conductor,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-vrabel">Vrabel</a> said, via a <a href="https://www.patriots.com/news/new-england-patriots-postgame-quotes-12-1-x9273">transcript from the team.</a> “He’s hard on himself. I think that he challenges himself as well as his coaches. He means a great deal to this football team.”



On Monday Night Football, Maye went 24-of-31 for 282 yards and two touchdowns, securing the 11th win for the current leader of the AFC. Up next is a crucial bye week, which could prove key for the outcome of this campaign.



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<h2>Dream season for Maye</h2>



Drake Maye has been the catalyst for the Patriots’ resurgence this season, leading the team to an impressive 11-2 record, one of the best marks in the AFC. The quarterback has put up stellar numbers, throwing for 3,412 yards with 23 touchdowns against just 6 interceptions. His performance is further highlighted by a strong 72.8 Quarterback Rating (QBR), demonstrating his efficiency and effectiveness in driving New England’s offense.


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<h2>MVP contenders</h2>



Drake Maye is now widely regarded as a serious candidate for the NFL’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, thanks to his exceptional performance in leading the Patriots to the AFC’s top tier. 



However, the race is tightening, as Maye is currently being challenged by a resurgent Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Rams, who is mounting a formidable campaign of his own and is fiercely contending for the prestigious honor.


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This NFL season is one the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants">New York Giants</a> will want to forget in a hurry, especially after entering the year with much higher expectations. In fact, the arrival of Abdul Carter in the latest draft seemed to signal the rise of an elite defense, but in the Giants’ most recent game against the Patriots, interim HC Mike Kafka appeared to have other plans for him.



Kafka’s controversial decision to bench the former Penn State Nittany Lions standout didn’t go unnoticed, further fueling Carter’s growing frustration in recent hours. Addressing the situation, the head coach took full responsibility for what happened.



“I just would say this: That was my decision to do that,” Kafka said to the press once the game concluded. “And, again, those are tough decisions to make, but that was my decision and, again, the kid, nothing with him. 



“Everything that we did was my decision and obviously I’m sure he wasn’t happy about it, which I understand, but I thought that was the best thing for the team and it was my decision to move forward with it and that’s where we’re at.”



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<h2>Carter’s growing frustration</h2>



The Giants’ lopsided loss to the Patriots exposed major flaws in a team that became the first to be eliminated from playoff contention. Abdul Carter was sent to the bench by Kafka, and he didn’t hide his feelings about what happened.


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“(Expletive) happens…I ain’t going to get into detail, (expletive) happens,” the linebacker stated. “You asked me the same question, I just answered.” It’s clear that something broke, and it’ll have to be fixed heading into the final stretch of the season.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">NEWS: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Giants?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Giants</a> rookie pass runner Abdul Carter was asked why he was benched again this week. Carter was asked repeatedly what happened: “Sh*t happens…” “I ain&apos;t going to get into detail, sh*t happens” “You asked me the same question, I just answered” <a href="https://t.co/JucNTWuMb1">pic.twitter.com/JucNTWuMb1</a>— MLFootball (@MLFootball) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLFootball/status/1995718019855556881?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



<h2>Carter’s numbers since entering the NFL</h2>



Since joining the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a>, Abdul Carter has established a presence on the Giants’ defense. In his young career, his statistics currently show 17 solo tackles and 1.5 sacks. He has yet to record a turnover, with zero forced fumbles (FF) and zero interceptions (INT).

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/troy-aikman">Troy Aikman</a> saw the New York Giants enter Monday night’s game already deep in one of their worst stretches in recent memory, sitting at 2–11 and eliminated from playoff contention. Their season only worsened with a 33–15 loss to the Patriots, their seventh straight defeat since beating the Eagles in Week 6.



Before kickoff, ESPN broadcaster and former Cowboys quarterback Aikman reflected on what the team once meant to the league. “It’s been a while since the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants">Giants</a> have been a good team. The NFC East is better when all 4 teams are good. The NFL is better when the Giants are a good team, so hopefully they get back to that.”



The franchise has unraveled fast, going from a 2022 playoff run under Brian Daboll to firing him on Nov. 10 after a 2–8 start. Interim coach Mike Kafka is now 0–3. As Aikman hinted, the Giants’ decline feels bigger than one bad year, it’s the absence of a team the league once relied on for relevance, identity, and big-stage moments.



<h2>The 2024 season could repeat itself for the Giants</h2>



It’s worth remembering that the Giants finished the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season with a brutal 3–14 record, one of their worst in the last 20 years, and 2025 is shaping up to be just as bad, if not worse. With four regular-season games still remaining against the Commanders, Vikings, Raiders, and Cowboys, New York isn’t exactly facing a soft landing.



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One of the Giants’ recurring problems, both this year and in past seasons, has been the trenches. Their offensive and defensive lines continue to struggle. According to Pro Football Reference, the Giants currently rank as the 21st-worst offense this season, while their defensive line sits at 30th out of 32 teams. In 2024, the situation with both lines was virtually the same.



<h2>Aikman also addressed the Jaxson Dart situation</h2>



Recently, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/jaxson-dart-responds-to-harsh-patriots-hit-as-mike-vrabel-and-christian-ellis-defend-it">Jaxson Dart took a hard shot from a Patriots linebacker</a>, a hit the young quarterback spoke about after the Giants-Patriots game. But Aikman is deeply concerned about how exposed Dart has been. “When I watch him, and this is going back, he reminds me so much of Jim McMahon. The way in which he plays. He just rallies the team… I’m worried about him… He just has to be able to protect himself a little better than he has…”

Troy Aikman delivers a reality check to the Giants during their brutal season

Troy Aikman delivers a reality check to the Giants during their brutal season - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jaxson-dart">Jaxson Dart</a> didn’t shy away from the physical reality of Giants-Patriots matchup, even after taking several punishing shots in a 33–15 loss. With Dart finishing the day with 139 yards and one touchdown, the rookie quarterback was again asked about the number of hits he’s absorbing. His response made it clear he’s neither surprised nor bothered by the contact.



“I understand the question, but this is football,” Dart said. “I’m going to get hit if I’m in the pocket or outside the pocket. I’ve played this way my whole entire life. It shouldn’t be any shocker to anybody… We’re not playing soccer out here. You’re going to get hit, things happen. It’s just part of the game.”



Dart’s aggressiveness has been a defining trait in his first <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season, where he’s totaled 1,556 yards, 11 touchdowns and three interceptions. And while the Giants continue to stumble, he emphasized that the physical style that helped him succeed in college isn’t something he plans to tone down any time soon.



<h2>Patriots defend the hit that sparked debate</h2>



One of the toughest blows Dart absorbed came from <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">Patriots</a> LB Christian Ellis, who insisted the play looked more dangerous than it actually was. “I thought he was just going to go out of bounds, but then I saw him tiptoeing,” Ellis said. “So I was like, ‘Stay in bounds. What am I supposed to do?’ We play hard on defense… I was just doing my job and hit anything in the whites.”



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Full play of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Patriots?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Patriots</a> LB Christian Elliss’ hit on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Giants?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Giants</a> QB Jaxson Dart, and the fight that ensued afterwards <a href="https://t.co/QNv9yfaLyX">pic.twitter.com/QNv9yfaLyX</a>— New England Sports Fellow (@_JosephManning) <a href="https://twitter.com/_JosephManning/status/1995671421255864334?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



Patriots head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-vrabel">Mike Vrabel</a> backed Ellis, adding that quarterbacks around the league, including his own, are warned weekly about flirting with the sideline. “That’s a weekly reminder to the quarterback — our quarterback,” Vrabel said. “I wouldn’t get too cute over there by the sidelines. It happens every week. Christian’s playing through the whistle, and as long as the player’s in bounds, he’s gonna try to hit him legally.”



Despite the collision and the mounting losses, Dart maintained his composure in the postgame presser. “It’s not fun losing. It’s not fun with this losing streak,” Dart said. “It doesn’t look super-bright from the outside, but we have each other’s backs… I’m hoping that we can continue to build and find any way that we can to just find a little bit of momentum.”

Jaxson Dart responds to harsh Patriots hit as Mike Vrabel and Christian Ellis defend it

Jaxson Dart responds to harsh Patriots hit as Mike Vrabel and Christian Ellis defend it - Bolavip US

Former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a> DE and current analyst Marcus Spears has intensified the criticism against the Pittsburgh Steelers, particularly targeting the quarterback situation and dropping a harsh quote about Aaron Rodgers. Appearing on NFL Live, Spears stated not only that the team deserves its current position but also that these struggles have been years in the making.



“We all know the truth…,” Spears said, addressing the poor state of the Steelers’ offense. He recalled how the team had placed faith in Rodgers, only to see it fail: “They put all the chips on <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a>… They thought this particular year he was going to be able to max out as a 42-year-old quarterback and hopefully make it to the playoffs.”



Spears also added, “They still not where they need to be…,” referencing the fact that the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Steelers</a> should be more dominant within their division, where they currently sit in the second spot behind the Ravens with a 6-6 record and remain squarely on the bubble for a playoff berth.



<h2>Spears says Steelers need a change</h2>



Spears is far from the only voice calling for a shift in Pittsburgh. “It’s a retooling that needs to take place at Pittsburgh… That’s it, it’s that simple!,” said the former Cowboys and Ravens player. This joins a significant number of recent voices, including others who have <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/james-harrison-rex-ryan-and-even-a-hockey-writer-rip-mike-tomlin-over-the-steelers-ugly-situation">harshly criticized Head Coach Mike Tomlin for the team’s predicament</a>.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">"The Pittsburgh Steelers are exactly where they deserve to be." —Marcus Spears on the Steelers going nowhere until they fix the quarterback position 😳 <a href="https://t.co/cYmldhjOSa">pic.twitter.com/cYmldhjOSa</a>— ESPN (@espn) <a href="https://twitter.com/espn/status/1995629082214580401?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 1, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



Spears’ message was partly directed at Rodgers and the other quarterbacks, stating clearly that a team cannot function without a quality arm. “Like the team cannot go in any direction until you get the most important position [quarterback] right,” he said, mentioning how the Steelers have been searching for a good quarterback since Ben Roethlisberger retired.


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<h2>When did the Steelers last miss the Playoffs?</h2>



Despite the criticism aimed at the Steelers, Rodgers, and Tomlin, the team, though testing various quarterbacks, has managed to play in the playoffs four times since 2020, missing the postseason only in 2023. However, all four of those appearances were Wild Card games, and they lost every single one.

Former Cowboys DE blasts Aaron Rodgers’ Steelers on NFL Live: ‘They’re exactly where they deserve to be’

Former Cowboys DE blasts Aaron Rodgers’ Steelers on NFL Live: ‘They’re exactly where they deserve to be’ - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a> and the Pittsburgh Steelers had a game to remember in Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season. However, it might turn out to be an outing the team won’t be able to erase off its memory. After the 26-7 loss to the Buffalo Bills, ‘A-Rod’ didn’t mince words on his struggles with one teammate.



Since being traded from the Miami Dolphins to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Steelers</a>, Jonnu Smith has failed to establish himself on Mike Tomlin’s offense. Coming off a Pro Bowl campaign in the 2024 NFL season, expectations were set very high for the former third-round selection. However, he continues to lose ground to the other tight ends on the roster, Darnell Washington and Pat Freiermuth.



“When there’s film sessions, everybody shows up. When I check to a route, you do the right route,” Rodgers bluntly said during his postgame press conference. “Jonnu [Smith] and I weren’t on the same page. 



“I checked to his in-breaker and he ran an out-breaker. Jonnu is a true professional, so I’m sure he’s sick about that. We have our meetings every week, we have other opportunities outside of the facility, look forward to seeing all of the boys there.”



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<h2>Not the first time Rodgers puts a teammate on the spot</h2>



Rodgers didn’t hide his frustration—mostly with himself, but also with Smith. Still, it wasn’t the first time the future Hall of Fame quarterback spoke vividly about a teammate. The way the season is going, it may not be the last, either. Fans across the league didn’t look past the irony in Rodgers’ comments, which may hint at a bigger problem within the Steelers.


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If that’s the case, then Tomlin has much bigger issues than keeping his winning-season streak alive in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> campaign. Moreover, it could help paint a much clearer picture of the overall struggles in Pittsburgh and why fans are seeing such inconsistency. 



<h2>Tomlin and Rodgers must get team back on track</h2>



The team in Steel City looks different every week, and the fanbase still can’t tell which version best fits their reality: the one that earned wins over the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts, or the one that came out crestfallen from the get-go against the Bills on Sunday at Acrisure Stadium.



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Until the Steelers figure that out—or better yet, figure themselves out—they will only keep playing with their fans’ hearts, who are now losing hope in the team after a promising 4–1 start to the season. 



So far, the product the city of Pittsburgh prides itself on has been far from stainless. Quite the contrary, as the team wears more and bigger stains with each passing week. Fans looked the other way at first, but can’t leave the elephant in the room unaddressed any longer.


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Pittsburgh Steelers face tension within the team after Aaron Rodgers’ latest outburst with teammate

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Aaron Rodgers boldly calls out Steelers teammate after loss to Bills

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-broncos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Denver Broncos</a> came off a bye week with one thing in mind: beating the Washington Commanders on Sunday Night Football. They did, but it was tougher than expected. Still, head coach Sean Payton made something clear about the Week 13 win.



Quickly after the game, the narrative was that the Broncos escaped with an OT win. For Payton, it was clear. “We&nbsp;didn’t escape. We won,” Payton said, via Michael Phillips of the Associated Press in a classic <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sean-payton" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sean Payton</a> way. “The journey of a good team’s season involves games like this. And then you believe you can do it again.”



Payton is not a guy to sugarcoat anything and he is an old fox in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. Hence, he knows a win is a win, no matter how you’re able to get it. In the end, it was an away primetime game for the Broncos and a win put them 10-2.



<h2>The offense is still not clicking</h2>



Hey, the team scored 27 points and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bo Nix</a> threw for 321 yards, how can someone say the offense is not clicking? Well, Nix threw an interception once again, had less than 50% efficiency on third downs, only 87 rushing yards and the Commanders had more first downs than the Broncos. Oh… and the Commanders were playing with a backup quarterback.



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The reality is that the defense made plenty of good plays despite allowing 26 points. That includes a key defensive play by edge Nik Bonitto on a two-point conversion that would’ve won the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/washington-commanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Commanders</a> the game.


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<h2>At 10-2, Denver is lacking a strong resume</h2>



Yes, being 10-2 is a very hard thing to do in the NFL, but when looking at the games, it doesn’t seem like Denver is a contender. In fact, the Broncos don’t have too many ‘statement wins’. 



As a matter of fact, the Broncos have beaten just one team that would go to the playoffs if the season ended today. The other two playoffs teams that they have faced are the Colts and Chargers, which are the Broncos’ two losses on the season.

Sean Payton makes something brutally clear about the Broncos’ Week 13 win vs Commanders on SNF

Sean Payton makes something brutally clear about the Broncos' Week 13 win vs Commanders on SNF - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kansas City Chiefs</a> are in a dire situation. As Andy Reid prepares to coach this team in a tough final stretch to see if it can go to the playoffs, a former Super Bowl champion for the team is willing to unretire if the team needs him too.



Tyrann Mathieu appeared on Up &amp; Adams and when asked if he’d come out of retirement to play for the Chiefs, and the Honey Badger was clear, “I mean, I’m like, not going to say no.” In other words, if <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Andy Reid</a> calls the free safety, he is likely to suit up despite retiring last year.



Mathieu played for three seasons with the Chiefs where he won a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> in 2020. In those three seasons, Mathieu cemented himself as one of the best free safeties in the NFL, becoming a two-time first-team All Pro.



<h2>Mathieu’s love is not only for the Chiefs</h2>



In the same show, Mathieu also stated another team could tempt him to come back to his playing days. Mathieu also would like to play for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/houston-texans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Texans</a>, a team who he played for in 2018.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251201_BUS_537641_tyrann-mathieu-chiefs_7bb590f7.webp&amp;width=1920&amp;height=1080" alt="Tyrann Mathieu #32 of the Kansas City Chiefs" class="wp-image-537644"></figure><figcaption>Tyrann Mathieu #32 of the Kansas City Chiefs</figcaption></figure>



Mathieu said, “I do know this, the Texans, the way the Texans play defense? I’d come back to play for a defense like that.” And he is not wrong, the Texans are the best defense in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> now and Mathieu said, “for the right situation, who wouldn’t?” come back. Well, that’s a great plan if the Texans need a free safety. 


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<h2>Coming back from retirement is not as easy as it seems</h2>



To come back from retirement, Mathieu would first need to be released by the Saints, since he had an active contract with them before retiring. Hence, if he unretires, he wouldn’t be a free agent, he would be a Saints player.



The other way would be to trade with the Saints. But, there is no way a team trades for a retired player, it’s too much of a risk. Hence, all signs point to Mathieu staying retired despite his good intentions.

Super Bowl champion with Chiefs lets Andy Reid know he’s willing to come back from retirement

Super Bowl champion with Chiefs lets Andy Reid know he's willing to come back from retirement - Bolavip US

Super Bowl champion with Chiefs lets Andy Reid know he's willing to unretire

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