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After Celebrating Tragedy, the N.F.L. Draft Looks to Change Its Tone

Criticism of the fascination with players’ bodies and the focus on tragic family histories has the league and its broadcast partners rethinking the draft.

By Ken Belson

Football McCaffrey, Christian (1996- ) Mitchell, Elijah (1998- ) National Football League Purdy, Brock (1999- ) Samuel, Deebo (1996- ) San Francisco 49ers Seattle Seahawks Smith, Geno

49ers Roll Over Seahawks to Advance to Divisional Round

The San Francisco 49ers got an impressive second half from rookie quarterback Brock Purdy.

By Kris Rhim

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N.F.L. Playoff Predictions: Our Picks in the Wild-Card Round

The Seahawks will try to find a weakness in the 49er defense, and the Giants look to slip past the Vikings before Tom Brady attempts to extend his postseason magic against the Cowboys.

By David Hill

Football National Football League Purdy, Brock (1999- ) San Francisco 49ers Seattle Seahawks Smith, Geno Wilson, Russell (1988- )

Two Backup Quarterbacks and the Relentless N.F.L. Narrative Machine

With so many players and a limited, high-stakes schedule, the N.F.L. is one of the best leagues at producing compelling story lines. Like those of Brock Purdy and Geno Smith.

By Kurt Streeter

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