Welcome to the Riker Report, where I open up my game day files each week and share a quick-hitter observation or development from each of the eight NFL divisions. Kansas City pulled off another Mission Impossible-level escape in surviving division rival Denver, while the drama of the second Baltimore-Cincinnati matchup surpassed the first. Let’s check … Continue reading Riker Report: The Saints halt seven-game losing streak in style with 20-17 win over Atlanta

We’re halfway through the 2024 NFL season, and let me tell you, I did not foresee the Sam Darnold-led Minnesota Vikings emerging as a Super Bowl contender when the offseason began. The Chiefs’ undefeated start (and Patrick Mahomes’ turnover woes), the 49ers’ .500 record and the precipitous declines of the Cowboys, Jets and Dolphins also … Continue reading Riker Report Midseason Edition: Where all 32 teams stand at regular season’s halfway mark

Welcome to the Riker Report, where I open up my game day files each week and share a quick-hitter observation or development from each of the eight NFL divisions. Though the Kansas City Chiefs maintained their undefeated record in a convincing divisional victory over the Raiders, the rest of the NFL had an abundance of … Continue reading Riker Report Week 8: Daniels’ Hail Mary heave adds another charmed chapter to Commanders’ 2024 season

Welcome to the Riker Report, where I open up my game day files each week and share a quick-hitter observation or development from each of the eight NFL divisions. Week 3 was a great week to be a New Yorker, with the Jets’ and Giants’ offenses powering their respective teams to statement wins. It’s time … Continue reading Riker Report Week 3: New York is (finally) enjoying quality NFL football

Welcome to the Riker Report, where I’ll open up my game day files each week and share a quick-hitter observation or development from each of the eight NFL divisions. A hectic Week 1 featured rookie quarterback debuts, furious comebacks and thrilling finishes. NFL fans, we’re back. AFC East: Patriots kick off Jerod Mayo’s head coaching … Continue reading Riker Report Week 1: Patriots set tone for the Jerod Mayo era with massive upset of Cincinnati