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Mike Florio and Rodney Harrison analyze Jayden Daniels’ progression throughout the NFL season and how he is a “different” QB entering the playoffs with his attitude and humility taking his play to the next level.
Mike Florio and Rodney Harrison reveal their X-factors for the AFC Wild Card matchups, from Mike Tomlin and George Pickens to the Bills RBs and Courtland Sutton.
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Nicole Auerbach reacts to Notre Dame punching its ticket to the National Championship game, including a few intriguing Fighting Irish storylines and James Franklin falling short once again on the big stage.
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NFL Wild Card Round
It’s the NFC Wild Card round, and the Commanders take on the Buccaneers. Check out the latest odds and best bets.
Chris Simms, Maria Taylor, Devin McCourty and Jason Garrett discuss why QB experience won’t be the bottom line in the Commanders-Bucs Wild Card matchup on NBC, as Jayden Daniels and Baker Mayfield go head-to-head.
Pro Football Focus takes a closer look at the players to watch in the Commanders-Buccaneers Wild Card matchup, including Jayden Daniels, Baker Mayfield, Terry McLaurin and Mike Evans.
Drew Dinsick and Jay Croucher lay out why bettors should consider backing Unders in all three NFC matchups across Super Wild Card Weekend.
Jay Croucher and Drew Dinsick debate the best ways to bet on Commanders vs. Buccaneers in the Wild Card round, exploring reasons to back both squads as the playoffs begin.
Simms isn’t counting out the Texans against the Chargers at home in Wild Card Weekend, sharing what he sees as the key for Houston before he and Florio make their picks.
The NFL’s “Super” wild card weekend schedule has been set, with kickoff times, matchups and TV networks for the six playoff games now official.
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Son of former Pro Bowl CB is doing justice to his given name, and then some.
The wildfires that have ravaged the L.A. area have forced thousands to evacuate their homes.
The Colts interviewed Browns safeties coach Ephraim Banda for their defensive coordinator job, Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports.
Mike Evans admitted before his first meeting with Marshon Lattimore earlier this season that he hasn’t done a good job of controlling his emotions against his nemesis.
Premier League
The 2024-25 Premier League season is in full flow.
The FA Cup is the oldest active football competition in the world, first played in the 1871-72 season. Inside: a list of all finals and winners.
All of the details you need to know as the highly-anticipated FA Cup third round is here.
The latest confirmed ins and outs for all 20 Premier League clubs during the winter transfer window.
Supercross Anaheim 1
The 2025 SuperMotocross World Championship begins at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California
Jett Lawrence hopes to become the first rider to win consecutive Anaheim openers since Justin Barcia in 2019/2020.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto spell out what a successful first season of Supercross might look like for Jorge Prado and Monster Energy Kawasaki in 2025.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto discuss Haiden Deegan’s presence at Anaheim 1 to kick off the 2025 Supercross season and his ability to embrace the energy surrounding the spectacle of the season-opener.
Jett Lawrence is NXTBets.com’s favorite to defend the season-opener. Eli Tomac and Chase Sexton are also highly ranked.
Top riders explain the significance of a potential win in Supercross Round 1 at Anaheim.
Jalek Swoll will be replaced in the West division by Stylez Robertson and Austin Forkner moves to the East in case Swoll is unable to return in 2025
How Freeman led Notre Dame to title game
With Notre Dame in the CFP National Championship Game, Marcus Freeman is chasing something that’s become common in Fighting Irish history: a head coach winning it all in Year 3. Watch “Here Come the Irish” on Peacock.
Learn in episode 6 of “Here Come the Irish” why Notre Dame’s players look up to head coach Marcus Freeman so much, including his strong character and consistency.
On episode 4 of “Here Come the Irish,” learn how the shocking Week 2 upset loss to Northern Illinois lit a fire under Notre Dame and head coach Marcus Freeman. Watch full episodes on Peacock.
Marcus Freeman knows the expectations for his team in 2024, and he’s taking in all the lessons he can, including from the legendary Lou Holtz. Watch full “Here Come the Irish” episodes on Peacock.
Rotoworld
A new King was born
Kelly Oubre Jr. and Shaedon Sharpe are among the players worth considering ahead of Week 12.
Brock Bowers, Jayden Daniels, and Bucky Irving were amount the players that won fantasy managers their leagues for 2024. Several rookies made impactful fantasy contributions and have key outlooks for the 2025 season.
Zay Flowers’ absence looms large for NFL Wild Card Weekend.
College Football
Texas and Ohio State meet in Arlington to decide who will get a chance to play for the national title.
Notre Dame is set to play for the national title on Jan. 20, due in part to the “misfit” mindset that Marcus Freeman has tried to instill in his team throughout the 2024-25 season. Watch “Here Come the Irish” on Peacock.
The game that planted the seeds for this run to the title game was Week 3 against Purdue — a 66-7 win.
ASU football head coach Kenny Dillingham joins Dan Patrick to look back on the Sun Devils’ loss to Texas in the CFP, creating a culture of “likeminded” guys, Cam Skattebo and more.
Motor Sports
To generate excitement for Ducati’s entry into American SuperMotocross competition, the brand and Troy Lee Design will embark on a eight-city tour.
The SuperMotocross World Championship will kick off at zMax Dragway for the third time.
Changes address playoff waivers, penalties to manufacturers and Damaged Vehicle Policy
A federal judge denied a request Friday by NASCAR and NASCAR Chairman Jim France to dismiss the lawsuit against them by 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports.
Golf
Luke Clanton stops by Smylie Kaufman on Happy Hour presented by Michelob Ultra to analyze the action at the Sony Open in Hawaii and talks about his top priorities as he looks toward his pro transition.
Harry Higgs talks with Smylie Kaufman about celebrating Grayson Murray’s life at the site of his last PGA Tour win and how kindness needs to be shown towards others and ourselves.
Harry Higgs joins Smylie Kaufman on Happy Hour presented by Michelob Ultra and calls Ben Griffin’s eagle on the second hole at the Sony Open in Hawaii.
Gary Woodland finished his second round at the Sony Open in Hawaii 6-under par and he talks with Todd Lewis about how good he’s feeling to start 2025.
Todd Lewis speaks with Zach Johnson after second-round action at the Sony Open in Hawaii, where he reflects on his mindset throughout the tournament after finishing Friday’s action as the co-leader.
Spieth hasn’t played on the PGA Tour since failing to qualify for the second FedExCup playoff event last year.
MLB
MLB sent a letter to Austin Capobianco and John P. Hansen this week informing them of the decision.
Guerrero and Valdez can become free agents after the World Series.
The 34-year-old right-hander went 5-5 with a 2.80 ERA and one save last year with the St. Louis Cardinals, striking out 67 and walking 20 in 70 2/3 innings.
The Pirates plan to stretch Ferguson out in spring training to see if he is an option to join the starting rotations. Ferguson has made 14 starts in his big league career, most as an opener.
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“I was not prepared for what I saw, it’s complete devastation and destruction.”
Is there a realistic trade out there that works for Miami?
He underwent surgery on a torn meniscus last month.
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College Basketball
Steven Crowl scored 18 points and John Tonje added 16 for Wisconsin on Friday night to help the Badgers beat Minnesota 80-59 for their fourth win in a row.
The Badgers used a second-half surge to pull away from rival Minnesota and give the Madison faithful reason to cheer.
The Golden Gophers face off against the Badgers tonight on Peacock at 7 PM ET.
A proposal from the nation’s four largest conferences would give them more authority over rule-making, policy decisions and postseason events such as March Madness.
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Christian McCaffrey already is finding the silver linings in his most difficult season since joining the 49ers.
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The Penguins captain tied Hall of Famer Joe Sakic at 1,641 points with an assist on Bryan Rust’s first-period goal and passed him with an assist on Drew O’Connor’s goal later in the game.
The Jets completed an interview with Buccaneers executive Mike Greenberg for their General Manager vacancy, the team announced Friday.
The Titans completed a first-round virtual interview with former Falcons G.M.
Nick Dunlap will return to defend his title at The American Express, Jan. 16-19 in La Quinta, California.
The Broncos have an almost entirely clean injury report for Sunday’s wild card matchup against the Bills.
