Football (NFL)

NEW ORLEANS (5-4) at MINNESOTA (5-4) 1 p.m. EST, Fox. OPENING LINE: Vikings by 2 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook . AGAINST THE SPREAD: Saints 3-5-1, Vikings 5-4. SERIES RECORD: Vikings lead 24-13. LAST MEETING: Vikings beat Saints 28-25 on Oct.

METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Taysom Hill’s teammates and coaches in New Orleans don't envision other NFL teams emulating the unusual way the Saints have deployed their backup quarterback.

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Linebacker Robert Spillane, known for having a strong inner drive, thought he could match Maxx Crosby's intensity after signing with the Las Vegas Raiders in the offseason. Then came the first practice in April.

COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Justin Herbert was expected to be directing one of the NFL's elite offenses this season. As the Los Angeles Chargers reach the midway point though, the offense remains a work in progress.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers are making a move with their defensive coordinator.

Week 9’s fantasy football slate was tough for many. The under hit in 10 of last week’s 14 games. Five teams failed to score a single touchdown. Fantasy managers felt the consequences of that (unless you rostered Houston Texans — in that case, kudos).

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Perhaps it’s only fitting that the NFL’s youngest team is taking baby steps in its attempt to spark a struggling offense.

BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Deshaun Watson's most recent view of Baltimore's stingy, snarling defense came from the safety of Cleveland's sideline. This week, he'll be in harm's way.

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Zach Wilson appeared on the verge of taking the major step for which so many around the New York Jets — and their frustrated fans — have been waiting.

EAGAN, Minn.