Two years after helping the 49ers remain a postseason contender, Ryans was hired to replace Lovie Smith as the Texans’ head coach. Entering the season, many believed the Thursday Night Showdown could have significant playoff implications headlined by Aaron Rodgers and C.J. Stroud.

Tight end Tyler Conklin said during a video call with reporters he thought the quarterback “probably took this harder than almost anybody” because it was clear that “it weighed heavy on him.”

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers in responding to what he called "ridiculous allegations" denied having any role in the firing of coach Robert Saleh on Tuesday. Rodgers, who is in his second season as the Jets quarterback,