Mike Greenberg takes over as host of ESPN’s ‘Sunday NFL Countdown’

Mike Greenberg replaces Sam Ponder on ‘Sunday NFL Countdown’

ESPN announced its “Sunday NFL Countdown” roster on Tuesday.

Mike Greenberg replaces Sam Ponder as host of the show as it heads into its 40th season.

Joining Greenberg are Randy Moss, Rex Ryan, Tedy Bruschi, Alex Smith, and Adam Schefter.

Greenberg already has the following positions at the WorldWide Leader:hosting “Get Up” on weekday mornings, hosting “Greeny” on ESPN Radio, and hosting “NBA Countdown.”

ESPN’s ‘Sunday NFL Countdown’ to broadcast from Philly ahead of Eagles vs. Cowboys

ESPN’s ‘Sunday NFL Countdown’ to broadcast live from Philly ahead of Eagles vs. Cowboys

Philadelphia will be the center of the NFL universe this weekend as two prominent ESPN shows will make their way to the city to join in on the Eagles-Cowboys hype.

Taking a cue from their Monday Night Football counterparts and for the first time this season, ESPN’s Sunday NFL Countdown is going on the road from its studio in Bristol, Conn., to Xfinity Live across the street from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia ahead of the Birds playoff-like match-up against the Dallas Cowboys per a press release.

“With the playoffs on the line this week in Philadelphia, there is nowhere we would rather be on Sunday morning,” said Matthew Garrett, ESPN coordinating producer. “We have taken Countdown on the road to some of the NFL’s biggest matchups in recent years and this Cowboys-Eagles rivalry game certainly fits that bill. The passion of Eagles fans is extraordinary and we can’t wait to put it on display this Sunday at Xfinity Live!”

ESPN reporters Sal Paolantonio and Ed Werder will report live from Lincoln Financial Field, while NFL insiders Chris Mortensen and Adam Schefter will handle their roles from ESPN headquarters in Bristol.

How to Watch Patriots vs. Texans, NFL Week 13 Live Stream, Schedule, TV Channel, Start Time

Watch Patriots vs. Texans Live Online.

The New England Patriots (10-1) bring their AFC East-leading squad to NRG Stadium to take on the AFC South-leading Texans (7-4). New England won 27-20 at Gillette Stadium last year and owns both AFC Divisional Playoff victories between these two teams. The Texans only win was nearly a decade ago in 2010, when they edged the Patriots 34-27 in Houston. The Patriots are 10-1 all-time vs. Texans.

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Patriots vs. Texans

When: Sunday, December 1

Time: 8:20 p.m. ET

TV: NBC

Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

Tom Brady is frustrated with the offensive production of the Patriots, and rightfully so. The team posted 20 points in a loss to the Ravens, 17 the following week in a win against the Eagles, and beat the Cowboys 13-9 in a defensive battle this past weekend. Brady completed 17 of 37 passes for 190 yards and one touchdown. Sony Michel rushed for 85 yards and Julian Edelman was the leading receiver with 93 yards. The offensive depth chart is incredibly thin due to injuries. This unit will need to get going, as the defense can only carry them for so long.

This year we’ve seen stellar defenses in the NFL, including the 49ers and the Patriots. Lamar Jackson proved that New England’s group isn’t perfect, but he’s been doing that to opponents all season long. The unit held the Cowboys No. 1 scoring offense to zero touchdowns in the game and Dak Prescott to a mere 212 yards passing, while also tossed an interception. All-Pro wide receiver Amari Cooper was unable to reel in any receptions for the first time in his career as a Cowboy. Dallas converted only two of 13 third-down attempts as well. The Patriots defense simply shutdown the Cowboys and will face another tough offense in the Houston Texans.

After a 41-7 beatdown at the hands of the Ravens, the Texans narrowly defeated the Colts 20-17 last weekend. If they thought it was difficult scoring points on Indy, it won’t get any easier when the Patriots come rolling into town with their defense that ranks second in total defense (256.4 YPG) and passing yards allowed (158 YPG). Last weekend, Watson threw for nearly 300 yards and two touchdowns. Will Fuller had his second-best game of the season with seven catches for 140 yards, while DeAndre Hopkins added six receptions for 94 yards and two scores. Can this offensive line protect Watson and give him time to throw the ball to his talented wide receivers? Will they be able to get running back Carlos Hyde going to set up the play-action pass? How they respond to these questions will be crucial to their success on Sunday.

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How to Watch Browns vs. Steelers, NFL Week 13 Live Stream, Schedule, TV Channel, Start Time

Watch Browns vs. Steelers Live Online.

The Cleveland Browns (5-6) and Pittsburgh Steelers (6-5), AFC North rivals, meet Sunday for the second time in three weeks. The Browns throttled the Steelers 21-7 at home in a game that ended in a brawl, which resulted in multiple suspensions and over $700,000 worth of fines. Pittsburgh will look to add another victory and improve its wild card chances in front of a home crowd at Heinz Field.

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Browns vs. Steelers

  • When: Sunday, December 1
  • Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
  • TV: CBS
  • Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

After three consecutive home wins, the Browns are back on the road Sunday in Pittsburgh. Cleveland is coming off of a 41-26 victory against Miami in which Baker Mayfield threw for 327 yards, three touchdowns, but also three interceptions. Nick Chubb continued his standout season with his fifth game of over 100 yards rushing. Kareem Hunt adds another dynamic in the backfield and picked up 37 yards on eight carries and one touchdown. Jarvis Landry notched double-digit catches with 106 total yards and two touchdowns, marking just his second game over 100 yards this season. Odell Beckham Jr. added six catches for 84 yards and one touchdown, as the offense combined for over 450 total yards.

The first time these two teams met it was the defensive unit of the Browns that stole the show with four sacks, four interceptions and held the Steelers to under 300 yards of offense. Against the Dolphins last weekend, the defense had another solid outing despite missing its leading pass rusher Myles Garrett who was suspended the rest of the season for striking quarterback Mason Rudolph with his helmet against the Steelers. Sheldon Richardson had five tackles and two sacks, while Joe Schobert added five tackles and two interceptions. Schobert leads the team in both categories.

Plenty of question marks and injuries surround the Steelers offense as it heads into a rematch with the Browns. Pittsburgh returns to Heinz Field after two consecutive road games, which included the loss to the Browns and a 16-10 win against the Bengals last weekend. Quarterback Mason Rudolph, who threw four interceptions against Cleveland, completed just eight of 16 passes for 85 yards and one interception, before being benched in the third quarter. Coach Mike Tomlin wanted a spark on offense and put in Devlin Hodges, who threw for 118 yards and one touchdown. Tomlin noted after the game he had yet to choose a starter for Sunday. Rookie running back Benny Snell Jr. did a nice job in the absence of injured James Conner with 21 carries for 98 yards. Pittsburgh can use all the weapons it has on offense, including Conner and JuJu Smith-Schuster, who was out against the Bengals. Starting center Maurkice Pouncey will miss the game due to a suspension for his role in the brawl in Cleveland.

The Steelers defense is ranked in the Top 10 in points allowed, total yards allowed and passing yards allowed. Last weekend, it limited Ryan Finley to under 200 yards passing and the Bengals run game to a total of 86 yards. Mark Barron and Cam Heyward each had six tackles and one sack. If this unit pressures Baker Mayfield, creates turnovers and limits the Browns big-play offense, Pittsburgh has a chance to win on Sunday.

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