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Anthony Davis and LeBron James reunited during NBA All-Star draft

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How Kendrick Lamar out-gained the Chiefs during Super Bowl 59

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Jalen Hurts, Eagles dethrone Chiefs in Super Bowl 59 blowout

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Updates on if Donald Trump is watching Chiefs vs. Eagles

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Chiefs defeat Bills to set up Super Bowl 59 matchup against Eagles

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Josh Allen devastated in postgame press conference after Bills' loss to Chiefs

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How Vic Fangio reached Eagles' DC role after long coaching career

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Revisiting Marty Schottenheimer's playoff letdowns with son rumored to be next Cowboys coach

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Tracking which college stars have declared for the 2025 NFL Draft

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Jeremiah Smith makes huge play to seal Ohio State's national championship

The Buckeyes got a massive play from their star freshman to seal their first title since the 2014-15 season.

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Monday's national championship game between Ohio State and Notre Dame featured a brief halftime performance by Travis Scott.

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Riley Leonard throws up after carrying ball 9 times on TD drive

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Hometown, high school and more about Ohio State's Jack Sawyer

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Hometown, high school and more to know about Jeremiah Smith

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Bills take down Ravens to advance to AFC title game vs. Chiefs

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Ravens' pregame Mark Andrew tweet ages poorly after playoff mistakes

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Lamar Jackson goes on NSFW rant about Ravens' turnovers: 'I'm tired of this s—"

Lamar Jackson was critical of Baltimore's turnover issues in a postgame rant.

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Revisiting Marcus Freeman's college playing career at Ohio State

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Will Riley Leonard be selected in the 2025 NFL Draft?

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Who will Eagles play in NFC Championship?

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Jared Verse backs up criticisms of Eagles fans with strong playoff performance

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The details on the weather forecast for Eagles vs. Rams

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Jared Verse 'hates' Eagles fans? Rams rookie calls out hometown team

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Full list of referee assignments for Bills vs. Ravens divisional-round matc

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Examining the Lions' 2025 QB depth chart behind Jared Goff

As the Lions look to make a Super Bowl run, here's a look at their quarterback room behind Jared Goff.

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Latest injury updates on Lions defensive star Aidan Hutchinson

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The full timeline of Joe Mixon's various off-the-field issues over the years

Mixon has been one of the top running backs in the NFL for some time, but off-the-field storylines have also followed him throughout his career.

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The full transcript from Harrison Butker's controversial commencement speech

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How Travis Kelce can pass Jerry Rice for most TDs in NFL playoff history

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Who do the Eagles play in the divisional round of the playoffs?

Who will the Eagles face in the divisional round after beating the Packers?

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Philadelphia's offense needed a boost in the third quarter, and Dallas Goedert stepped up with a huge touchdown.

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A look at the Vikings' 2025 QB depth chart behind Sam Darnold

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Bills dominate Broncos in second half, advance to AFC divisional round

Josh Allen and the Bills' run game got whatever they wanted against the Broncos' defense on Sunday, as Buffalo advanced to face Baltimore in next week's divisional round.

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Ohio State's Will Howard plays through knot in non-throwing hand

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ESPN surprises Nick Saban with news he was elected to College Football Hall of Fame

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Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard returns from injury, leads team to semifinal win

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Lee Corso almost falls while making Orange Bowl pick

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Steve Kerr's childhood home destroyed in Los Angeles wildfires

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Why did Arch Manning choose to go to Texas?

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Updated Chargers RB depth chart following Ezekiel Elliott signing

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Lions breeze past Vikings to claim NFC North crown, No. 1 seed in playoffs

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Updated seeding scenarios for Chargers in 2025 NFL playoff bracket

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Latest injury updates on UConn star Paige Bueckers

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How the Falcons missed out on NFC South title in Week 18

Atlanta entered Week 18 with a chance to clinch the NFC South.

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How the Buccaneers can clinch the NFC South in Week 18

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Ohio State dominates top-ranked Oregon, advances to face Texas in CFP semis

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Latest injury updates on Brock Purdy

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Why Bryce James committed to Arizona over Ohio State, Duquesne

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Penn State beats Boise State to advance to CFP semifinals

James Franklin and the Nittany Lions held Ashton Jeanty to a season-low in rushing yards on New Year's Eve.

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Shane Beamer Bret Bielema get into altercation during Cheez-It Citrus Bowl

South Carolina and Illinois' head coaches had some words for each other during Tuesday's bowl game.

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How long will Ja Morant be out for the Grizzlies?

Here's what to know about how long Morant could be sidelined for Memphis.

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LeBron James jokes about playing another 5-7 years on 40th birthday

The Lakers star is in the 22nd year of his NBA career, but James believes he could play at a high level even longer.

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Bengals' updated playoff chances entering Week 17 vs. Broncos

Cincinnati is still fighting for a postseason spot entering the final two weeks of the season.

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Broncos' updated playoff chances after Week 17 loss

Denver is in line to claim a wild-card spot, but the final week of the season could change that.

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Chargers' updated playoff chances following Week 17 win vs. Patriots

Los Angeles is officially into the 2024 postseason with its win over New England.

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How Bengals' overtime win over Broncos impacts AFC wild-card picture

Cincinnati's thrilling home win over Denver in Week 17 had significant implications on the AFC wild-card race.

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Why Kirk Cousins was benched in favor of Michael Penix Jr.

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Brock Bowers passes Puka Nacua for NFL receptions mark in Week 17

Bowers has had a dominant rookie season, and he made history by breaking Nacua's rookie receptions record.

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Full list of winners for college football's top awards

With college football season coming to an end, its time for awards to be handed out. The Sporting News is tracking the finalists and winners for award season.

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Bengals beat Broncos in Week 17 thriller to stay alive in AFC playoff race

Huge performances from Joe Burrow and Tee Higgins kept the Bengals' playoff hopes alive Saturday as they took down the Broncos.

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Seahawks hold on vs. Bears on 'TNF' to keep playoff hopes alive

Seattle is still fighting to stay in the NFC West race, and a Week 17 win over Chicago on "Thursday Night Football" helped improve the Seahawks' playoff outlook.

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Will Diontae Johnson play for the Texans on Christmas?

After being released by the Ravens last week, Johnson already has a chance to face his former squad on Christmas Day.

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Will Chris Jones play against the Steelers on Christmas?

The status of one of Kansas City's top defenders is in doubt for Week 17.

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Why the NFL Christmas games are on Netflix

The NFL's Christmas games won't be broadcast nationally, and instead are streaming on Netflix. Here's why.

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Why is Mariah Carey performing before Chiefs vs. Steelers on Netflix?

Well-known for one of her Christmas songs, Carey will be singing before Kansas City and Pittsburgh kick-off.

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Meet Netflix's star-studded NFL broadcast lineup

The streaming service, which will carry two Christmas Day games, has collected talent from a wide variety of well-known NFL shows.

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Meet the 2024 NFL Christmas announcers for Netflix

Among the broadcasters calling the 2024 NFL Christmas games are a father-son duo.

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Why Joel Embiid is wearing a mask for NBA Christmas Day matchup

Philadelphia's star center has dealt with various injuries to begin the 2024-25 season — and now a face injury is forcing Embiid to wear a mask while he plays.

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Did Duke make Darian Mensah the 'highest-paid' college football player?

After transferring from Tulane to Duke, Mensah may (unofficially) be making record NIL money for a college football player.

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Shannon Sharpe threatens Kirk Herbstreit over Ohio State criticism

A few of ESPN's most well-known personalities had on-air disagreements regarding Ohio State over the weekend.

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Who is Aaron Rodgers' girlfriend? Jets QB reveals 'Brittani' hint

Rodgers mentioned a new girlfriend during his appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show" on Monday.

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Seahawks' updated playoff chances after Week 16 loss to Vikings

Seattle is still contending for an NFC playoff spot, but the Seahawks have work to do.

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Why NFL fans are convinced Jordan Love plays better during Toyotathon

Love recently poked fun at a conspiracy theory suggesting he plays better during Toyota's annual sale event.

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How Chris Boswell can break David Akers' single-season field goal record

The Steelers' kicker has a chance to make history in the final portion of the 2024 regular season.

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Sterling Shepard has daughters give player intro on 'SNF' vs. Cowboys

During NBC's player introductions on "Sunday Night Football," Shepard got creative by including his family.

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Meet Steve Belichick, Bill's son and UNC's 'coach-in-waiting'

Bill Belichick is making the jump from the NFL to college football, with his son, Steve, set to join him at UNC.

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Derrick Henry continues dominant season in Ravens' win over Steelers

Baltimore's offseason acquisition continued to dominate Saturday, leading the Ravens to a divisional win over the Steelers.

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Penn State takes down SMU with ease, advances to CFP quarterfinals

In each team’s first College Football Playoff appearance, Penn State beat SMU 38-10 on Saturday to advance to the Fiesta Bowl.

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Latest weather updates for Penn State vs. SMU

The Nittany Lions and Mustangs are set to play in cold conditions in the CFP first round.

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Everything to know about SMU's location and school

SMU is making a return to the national stage in the 2024 College Football Playoff.

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Latest weather updates in South Bend for Notre Dame vs. Indiana

Cold conditions could make an impact on Friday's playoff matchup between the Irish and the Hoosiers.

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Chargers beat Broncos on 'TNF' to inch closer to playoffs

The Chargers faced an 11-point deficit in the first half on "Thursday Night Football," but Herbert led a comeback effort against the Broncos to give Los Angeles its ninth win of the season.

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Complete results, highlights from LIV vs. PGA Tour Showdown

The Sporting News tracked live results and highlights from Tuesday's LIV vs. PGA Tour Showdown between some of the biggest names in golf.

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How Eagles' win over Steelers affects AFC, NFC playoff pictures

Philadelphia's win over Pittsburgh made significant impacts on the NFL playoff picture in Week 15.

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Seahawks lose game, QB Geno Smith to knee injury vs. Packers

Geno Smith left the Seahawks' Week 15 matchup after a hit to his legs.

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Updated Cardinals playoff chances following Week 15 win over Patriots

Arizona's playoff chances are still alive after a Week 15 win vs. New England. How can the squad reach the postseason?

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49ers' updated playoff chances after Week 15 loss vs. Rams

San Fransisco hasn't been as dominant as usual in 2024, but it still has a path to the postseason.

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Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown silence critics in win vs. Steelers

Philadelphia's passing offense was a hot topic entering Week 15, but Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown led the way as the Eagles improved to 12-2.

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Explaining the Commanders-Saints clock controversy that had many NFL fans upset

Washington and New Orleans went down to the wire in Week 15, and some clock issues at the end of the game had significant consequences.

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Ravens' updated chances to make playoffs after Week 15 win

Baltimore is in a strong position to claim an AFC playoff spot, but still has some work to do.

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Cowboys' updated playoff chances after Week 15 win over Panthers

Dallas is still alive in the playoff chase but needs to continue its run down the stretch with some help from other teams.

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Updated Buccaneers' playoff chances after Week 15 win vs. Chargers

Tampa Bay still leads the NFC South after Week 15 but will need to win down the stretch to secure a postseason spot.

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Saquon Barkley injury update: Eagles star RB exits after taking big hit from Steelers

The Eagles' star running back, entering Week 15 on pace to contend for the NFL's single-season rushing record, briefly left Sunday's matchup with an injury.

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Comparing the stats for each 2024 Heisman Trophy finalist

How did individual production vary among the four Heisman finalists this season? Here's a look at the stats.

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Rams beat 49ers on 'Thursday Night Football' to boost playoff outlook

Matthew Stafford and the Rams held on for a low-scoring road win over the 49ers on Thursday, improving to 8-6 this season.

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Why did Juan Soto sign with the Mets over Yankees? Contract offers likely played part

Soto made his massive free agency decision on Sunday, moving from the Bronx to Queens.

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How social media poked fun at Bill Belichick's decision to join UNC

The news of Bill Belichick joining UNC came as a shock to many — but that didn't stop people from flexing their sense of humor in response.

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Inside the head-to-head history between Sean McVay, Kyle Shanahan

Considered two of the NFL's top head coaches, McVay and Shanahan have often met as NFC West rivals.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo throws down massive dunk, leads Bucks to NBA Cup win

Milwaukee's star put forth a dominant force to eliminate Orlando from the NBA Cup, including a huge dunk.

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Updated playoff chances for the Bengals following win over Cowboys

Cincinnati faces an uphill battle to reach the 2024 playoffs, but a Week 14 victory was the first step there.

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Travis Hunter, Ashton Jeanty highlight 2024 Heisman Trophy finalists

Some of college football's biggest names make up this year's Heisman group, including Colorado's two-way star, Travis Hunter.

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Updated 2025 NFL Draft order: Jaguars fall in race for No. 1 pick with win

With NFL season now into Week 14, here's a look at the current projected 2025 NFL Draft order.

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Brandon Graham says 'things have changed' in Eagles' passing game before backtracking

Philadelphia has won nine consecutive games, but its air attack hasn't been quite as effective lately.

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How Juan Soto's Mets deal compares to biggest contracts in sports history

The Mets dished out a huge chunk of money for Juan Soto in MLB free agency. Where does Soto's deal rank among the largest in professional sports history?

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Chiefs beat Chargers on walk-off FG to clinch AFC West for ninth straight season

Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs have won the AFC West once again after taking down the Chargers on "Sunday Night Football" in Week 14.

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Everything you need to know about Joe Burrow's $2.9M Batmobile purchase

Cincinnati's star quarterback reportedly spent big money on a superhero-style vehicle.

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Who will Penn State play in CFP bracket?

Here's what to know about the Nittany Lions' next opponent in the College Football Playoff bracket.

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Who will Tennessee play in the CFP bracket?

The Volunteers have clinched a playoff spot. Who will they face?

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Oregon beats Penn State in Big Ten Championship to continue unbeaten season

In their debut season in the Big Ten, Oregon secured the conference title, and remained undefeated, with a victory over Penn State on Saturday night.

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What Texas' loss to Georgia means for College Football Playoff

The Longhorns lost to the Bulldogs for the second time this season in Saturday's SEC Championship. Here's how it will impact the upcoming playoff bracket.

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What game is Tom Brady calling in Week 14?

Brady will be back in the booth for a big-time matchup this week, calling an inter-conference game that holds playoff implications for both sides.

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Why live mascot Bevo won't join Texas for SEC championship vs. Georgia

While Texas and Georgia's live mascots have a heated history, the Longhorns won't have Bevo on site for the conference title matchup.

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George Pickens vs. Greg Newsome beef, explained

Another NFL cornerback-wide receiver beef has been brewing between Pittsburgh and Cleveland.

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Dan Campbell responds after Jahmyr Gibbs shares post with Lions play calls

Gibbs accidentally leaked some team information in a recent social media post.

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How injuries have depleted Lions' defense so far this season

Detroit has dealt with various injuries to its defense so far in 2024, and it could hurt it down the stretch.

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49ers OT Trent Williams' wife announces death of newborn son

Sondra Williams recently shared via Instagram that the family was dealing with the loss of their newborn son, Trenton O'Brien Williams Jr.

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Will Jameis Winston re-sign in Cleveland or test the free-agent market?

Winston has stepped in as QB1 for the Browns. Could he re-sign with the team in the offseason?

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Why Bills QB Josh Allen grew up as a 49ers fan

Buffalo's star quarterback will be facing his former favorite team in Week 13.

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Explaining Texas' starting QB situation vs. Texas A&M

Here's why Texas' young star quarterback won't be starting against Texas A&M.

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How a win over Auburn could help Alabama make the CFP

The Crimson Tide are getting closer to a CFP bid despite three losses this season.

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