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Best of NFL Week 14

Patriots receiver Malcolm Mitchell celebrates his first-half touchdown catch against the Ravens.
Patriots receiver Malcolm Mitchell celebrates his first-half touchdown catch against the Ravens.
Stew Milne, USA TODAY Sports
Patriots safety Devin McCourty (32) intercepts a first-half pass intended for Ravens receiver Mike Wallace (17).
Patriots safety Devin McCourty (32) intercepts a first-half pass intended for Ravens receiver Mike Wallace (17).
Bob DeChiara, USA TODAY Sports
Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower (54) and Ravens guard Marshal Yanda (73) exchange words after a play during the first half.
Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower (54) and Ravens guard Marshal Yanda (73) exchange words after a play during the first half.
Stew Milne, USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) can't catch a pass on fourth down against the Giants, effectively ending the game.
Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) can't catch a pass on fourth down against the Giants, effectively ending the game.
Brad Penner, USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) fumbles the ball late in the fourth quarter against the Giants.
Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (88) fumbles the ball late in the fourth quarter against the Giants.
Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY Sports
Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) scores a touchdown in the second half against the Cowboys.
Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) scores a touchdown in the second half against the Cowboys.
Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY Sports
Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) fumbles as he is hit by Cowboys defensive end Benson Mayowa (93) during the second quarter.
Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) fumbles as he is hit by Cowboys defensive end Benson Mayowa (93) during the second quarter.
Brad Penner, USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys wide receiver Terrance Williams (83) scores a first-quarter touchdown against the Giants.
Cowboys wide receiver Terrance Williams (83) scores a first-quarter touchdown against the Giants.
Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY Sports
Cowboys kicker Dan Bailey (5) kicks off in the pregame smoke.
Cowboys kicker Dan Bailey (5) kicks off in the pregame smoke.
Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY Sports
Packers player Clay Matthews offers a helping hand to Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson after knocking him to the ground in the fourth quarter.
Packers player Clay Matthews offers a helping hand to Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson after knocking him to the ground in the fourth quarter.
Dan Powers, Post-Crescent/USA TODAY Sports
Packers wide receiver Jeff Janis (83) takes the Lambeau Leap after a second-half touchdown.
Packers wide receiver Jeff Janis (83) takes the Lambeau Leap after a second-half touchdown.
Rick Wood, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel/USA TODAY Sports
Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) spikes the football with wide receiver Randall Cobb (18) after scoring a touchdown.
Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson (87) spikes the football with wide receiver Randall Cobb (18) after scoring a touchdown.
Benny Sieu, USA TODAY Sports
Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright (50) commits a penalty while tackling Packers tight end Richard Rodgers (82) during the third quarter.
Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright (50) commits a penalty while tackling Packers tight end Richard Rodgers (82) during the third quarter.
Jeff Hanisch, USA TODAY Sports
Falcons running back Tevin Coleman (26) is defended by Rams linebacker Alec Ogletree (52) on a 6-yard touchdown run.
Falcons running back Tevin Coleman (26) is defended by Rams linebacker Alec Ogletree (52) on a 6-yard touchdown run.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
Jets running back Bilal Powell (29) scores the game-winning touchdown in overtime against the 49ers.
Jets running back Bilal Powell (29) scores the game-winning touchdown in overtime against the 49ers.
Kyle Terada, USA TODAY Sports
Jets running back Bilal Powell (29) scores a touchdown against the 49ers during the fourth quarter.
Jets running back Bilal Powell (29) scores a touchdown against the 49ers during the fourth quarter.
Kyle Terada, USA TODAY Sports
Buccaneers cornerback Brent Grimes (24) intercepts the ball against the Saints during the second half.
Buccaneers cornerback Brent Grimes (24) intercepts the ball against the Saints during the second half.
Kim Klement, USA TODAY Sports
Buccaneers defensive back Ryan Smith (29) downs the ball on a punt after teammate Josh Robinson (26) knocked it back on the field of play  in the second half.
Buccaneers defensive back Ryan Smith (29) downs the ball on a punt after teammate Josh Robinson (26) knocked it back on the field of play in the second half.
Jonathan Dyer, USA TODAY Sports
Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) leaps for first down against the Buccaneers.
Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) leaps for first down against the Buccaneers.
Kim Klement, USA TODAY Sports
The Falcons recover Rams wide receiver Mike Thomas' fumble on the opening kickoff.
The Falcons recover Rams wide receiver Mike Thomas' fumble on the opening kickoff.
Jayne Kamin-Oncea, USA TODAY Sports
49ers running back Shaun Draughn (24) scores a touchdown against the Jets.
49ers running back Shaun Draughn (24) scores a touchdown against the Jets.
Kelley L Cox, USA TODAY Sports
Seahawks running back Thomas Rawls (34) is tackled during the first quarter against the Packers.
Seahawks running back Thomas Rawls (34) is tackled during the first quarter against the Packers.
Jeff Hanisch, USA TODAY Sports
Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) drops a pass in the first half against the Saints.
Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) drops a pass in the first half against the Saints.
Jonathan Dyer, USA TODAY Sports
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jeremy Kerley (17) runs with the football against Jets.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jeremy Kerley (17) runs with the football against Jets.
Kyle Terada, USA TODAY Sports
Falcons running back Tevin Coleman (26) rushes for a touchdown against the Rams.
Falcons running back Tevin Coleman (26) rushes for a touchdown against the Rams.
Jayne Kamin-Oncea, USA TODAY Sports
Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) throws an incomplete pass in the second quarter against the Falcons.
Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) throws an incomplete pass in the second quarter against the Falcons.
Jayne Kamin-Oncea, USA TODAY Sports
San Diego Chargers running back Kenneth Farrow (27) runs after losing his helmet in the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium.
San Diego Chargers running back Kenneth Farrow (27) runs after losing his helmet in the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium.
Jeremy Brevard, USA TODAY Sports
Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh (93) reaches for Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer (3) during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium.
Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh (93) reaches for Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer (3) during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium.
Jasen Vinlove, USA TODAY Sports
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Kenny Stills (10) celebrates after making a catch in the game against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Kenny Stills (10) celebrates after making a catch in the game against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium.
Jasen Vinlove, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee TItans players celebrate after recovering a fumble by Denver Broncos tight end A.J. Derby (83) late in the fourth quarter at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee TItans players celebrate after recovering a fumble by Denver Broncos tight end A.J. Derby (83) late in the fourth quarter at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Houston Texans safety Andre Hal (29) and tight end Ryan Griffin (84) celebrate after defatting the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Houston Texans safety Andre Hal (29) and tight end Ryan Griffin (84) celebrate after defatting the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Brian Spurlock, USA TODAY Sports
Minnesota Vikings running back Matt Asiata (44) reacts after a play in the second half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field.
Minnesota Vikings running back Matt Asiata (44) reacts after a play in the second half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field.
Logan Bowles, USA TODAY Sports
Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Anthony Barr (55) and cornerback Xavier Rhodes (bottom right) combine to stop the catch by Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Neal Sterling (bottom left) during the second half of  an NFL football game at EverBank Field.
Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Anthony Barr (55) and cornerback Xavier Rhodes (bottom right) combine to stop the catch by Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Neal Sterling (bottom left) during the second half of an NFL football game at EverBank Field.
Reinhold Matay, USA TODAY Sports
Buffalo Bills strong safety James Ihedigbo (27) tries to make a tackle on Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell (26) during the second half at New Era Field.
Buffalo Bills strong safety James Ihedigbo (27) tries to make a tackle on Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell (26) during the second half at New Era Field.
Timothy T. Ludwig, USA TODAY Sports
San Diego Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward (26) breaks up a pass in the end zone intended for Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess (17) as wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin (13) looks on in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
San Diego Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward (26) breaks up a pass in the end zone intended for Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess (17) as wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin (13) looks on in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
Bob Donnan, USA TODAY Sports
Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (43) celebrates his 4-yard touchdown catch from quarterback Carson Wentz (11) during the second quarter against the Washington Redskins at Lincoln Financial Field.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (43) celebrates his 4-yard touchdown catch from quarterback Carson Wentz (11) during the second quarter against the Washington Redskins at Lincoln Financial Field.
Eric Hartline, USA TODAY Sports
Arizona Cardinals strong safety Tony Jefferson (22) reaches for Miami Dolphins running back Jay Ajayi (23) during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium.
Arizona Cardinals strong safety Tony Jefferson (22) reaches for Miami Dolphins running back Jay Ajayi (23) during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium.
Jasen Vinlove, USA TODAY Sports
Detroit Lions wide receiver Anquan Boldin (80) scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Chicago Bears at Ford Field.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Anquan Boldin (80) scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Chicago Bears at Ford Field.
Tim Fuller, USA TODAY Sports
Cleveland Browns quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) throws a pass as Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Carlos Dunlap (96) closes in during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
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Cleveland Browns quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) throws a pass as Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Carlos Dunlap (96) closes in during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-268614 ORIG FILE ID: 20161211_twg_bk4_091.jpg
Ken Blaze, USA TODAY Sports
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) runs out of the pocket during the first half against the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) runs out of the pocket during the first half against the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Thomas J. Russo, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) carries the ball as Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) defends during the first half at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) carries the ball as Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (25) defends during the first half at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell (26) is tackled by Buffalo Bills outside linebacker Jerry Hughes (55) and defensive end Leger Douzable (91) during the first quarter at New Era Field.
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell (26) is tackled by Buffalo Bills outside linebacker Jerry Hughes (55) and defensive end Leger Douzable (91) during the first quarter at New Era Field.
Kevin Hoffman, USA TODAY Sports
Washington Redskins running back Rob Kelley (32) runs with the ball past Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham (55) at Lincoln Financial Field.
Washington Redskins running back Rob Kelley (32) runs with the ball past Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham (55) at Lincoln Financial Field.
Bill Streicher, USA TODAY Sports
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Kenny Stills (10) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Kenny Stills (10) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium.
Jasen Vinlove, USA TODAY Sports
Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) carries the ball as Miami Dolphins strong safety Isa Abdul-Quddus (24) makes the tackle during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium.
Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) carries the ball as Miami Dolphins strong safety Isa Abdul-Quddus (24) makes the tackle during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium.
Steve Mitchell, USA TODAY Sports
Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Margus Hunt (99) tackles Cleveland Browns wide receiver Ricardo Louis (80) during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Margus Hunt (99) tackles Cleveland Browns wide receiver Ricardo Louis (80) during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Ken Blaze, USA TODAY Sports
Cincinnati Bengals running back Jeremy Hill (32) runs the ball past Cleveland Browns inside linebacker Christian Kirksey (58) during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Cincinnati Bengals running back Jeremy Hill (32) runs the ball past Cleveland Browns inside linebacker Christian Kirksey (58) during the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Ken Blaze, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans linebacker Derrick Morgan (91) and Brian Orakpo (98) celebrate after a sack on Denver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian (not pictured) during the first half at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans linebacker Derrick Morgan (91) and Brian Orakpo (98) celebrate after a sack on Denver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian (not pictured) during the first half at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) dives for a touchdown during the first half against the Denver Broncos at Nissan Stadium.
Tennessee Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) dives for a touchdown during the first half against the Denver Broncos at Nissan Stadium.
Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Marqise Lee (11) returns a kickoff in the first quarter as Minnesota Vikings cornerback Trae Waynes (26) defends at EverBank Field.
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Marqise Lee (11) returns a kickoff in the first quarter as Minnesota Vikings cornerback Trae Waynes (26) defends at EverBank Field.
Logan Bowles, USA TODAY Sports
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) makes a catch in the first quarter as Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Prince Amukamara (21) defends at EverBank Field.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) makes a catch in the first quarter as Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Prince Amukamara (21) defends at EverBank Field.
Logan Bowles, USA TODAY Sports
Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor (5) is sacked by Pittsburgh Steelers safety Sean Davis (28) and defensive end Stephon Tuitt (91) during the first quarter at New Era Field.
Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor (5) is sacked by Pittsburgh Steelers safety Sean Davis (28) and defensive end Stephon Tuitt (91) during the first quarter at New Era Field.
Kevin Hoffman, USA TODAY Sports
San Diego Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) is tackled by Carolina Panthers cornerback Daryl Worley (26) in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
San Diego Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (28) is tackled by Carolina Panthers cornerback Daryl Worley (26) in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
Jeremy Brevard, USA TODAY Sports
Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Kawann Short (99) applies pressure to San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Kawann Short (99) applies pressure to San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium.
Jeremy Brevard, USA TODAY Sports
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz (86) makes a reception and is tackled by Washington Redskins strong safety Duke Ihenacho (29) during the first quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz (86) makes a reception and is tackled by Washington Redskins strong safety Duke Ihenacho (29) during the first quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.
Bill Streicher, USA TODAY Sports
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Chris Conley (17) reacts after making a first down against the Oakland Raiders during a NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Chris Conley (17) reacts after making a first down against the Oakland Raiders during a NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
Oakland Raiders tight end Clive Walford (88) runs from Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Ron Parker (38) during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
Oakland Raiders tight end Clive Walford (88) runs from Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Ron Parker (38) during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
Jay Biggerstaff, USA TODAY Sports
Oakland Raiders at the line against the Kansas City Chiefs during a NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Oakland Raiders at the line against the Kansas City Chiefs during a NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) returns a punt for a touchdown during the first half against the Oakland Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) returns a punt for a touchdown during the first half against the Oakland Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium.
Denny Medley, USA TODAY Sports
Oakland Raiders running back Jalen Richard (30) runs against Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Phillip Gaines (23) during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
Oakland Raiders running back Jalen Richard (30) runs against Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Phillip Gaines (23) during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
Jay Biggerstaff, USA TODAY Sports
Dec 8, 2016; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Marcus Peters (22) celebrates after a fumble recovery in the first quarter against the Oakland Raiders during a NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Dec 8, 2016; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Marcus Peters (22) celebrates after a fumble recovery in the first quarter against the Oakland Raiders during a NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
Kansas City Chiefs running back Charcandrick West (35) runs for a touchdown during the first half against the Oakland Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Charcandrick West (35) runs for a touchdown during the first half against the Oakland Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium.
Denny Medley, USA TODAY Sports
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs in for a touchdown as Oakland Raiders cornerback David Amerson (29) attempts the tackle during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs in for a touchdown as Oakland Raiders cornerback David Amerson (29) attempts the tackle during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium.
Denny Medley, USA TODAY Sports
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) throws a pass against the Oakland Raiders during a NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) throws a pass against the Oakland Raiders during a NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws a pass against the Kansas City Chiefs during a NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws a pass against the Kansas City Chiefs during a NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports