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NFL WEEK 16
Mike Florio and Chris Simms run through top performances from Week 16, including Michael Penix Jr.'s strong play vs. the New York Giants and Mike McCarthy leading the Cowboys to a close win over the Buccaneers.
In a physically grueling game with gutsy plays and hard hits, the Cowboys triumphed to a 26-24 victory over the Buccaneers on SNF in Week 16.
Chris Simms and Devin McCourty analyze the Buffalo Bills’ near upset loss to the New England Patriots, explaining how the team needs to “clean things up” before the playoffs.
Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss the Colts’ Week 16 win over the Titans, including Shane Steichen’s leadership, Jonathan Taylor rebounding from a poor performance last week and more.
After Minnesota’s win vs. Seattle, Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss the Kevin O’Connell’s “magic touch,” and how his belief in both QB Sam Darnold and the team’s ability to win is infectious.
Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss Joe Burrow’s stellar play in the Bengals blowout 24-6 win over the Cleveland Browns in Week 16, and what it means for Cincinnati’s playoff chances.
Mike Florio and Chris Simms break down the Lions Week 16 victory over the Bears, including Detroit proving its offense’s reliability, the power of Dan Campbell and Jared Goff’s consistency.
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The Buccaneers need wins along with some help from Falcons opponents in the final two weeks of the season to win the NFC South and safety Jordan Whitehead might be able to help with their end of that equation.
Now eliminated from postseason contention, the Cardinals will not have either of their starting offensive tackles for Saturday’s game against the Rams.
Aaron Rodgers has not missed a start for the Jets this season despite dealing with several injuries and the team doesn’t expect him to miss this Sunday’s game against the Bills either.
Josh Allen, Jahmyr Gibbs, Ja’Marr Chase, and Trey McBride lead the way in positional rankings for Week 17 of the 2024 NFL season.
Premier League
The 2024-25 Premier League season is in full flow.
A rampant Liverpool attack ripped Tottenham to pieces to underline their title credentials.
Erling Haaland is looking for a third-successive Premier League Golden Boot award for leading a season in goals, and a host of folks aim to stop him.
Check out the latest Premier League table for the 2024-25 season.
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Josh Allen, Jahmyr Gibbs, Ja’Marr Chase, and Trey McBride lead the way in positional rankings for Week 17 of the 2024 NFL season.
Xavier Worthy, Rashod Bateman, and Darnell Mooney can help managers claim that fantasy championship.
A survey of the team defense landscape for Week 17 of the NFL season.
From Deebo Samuel to Josh Downs and Hollywood Brown, a close look at players who might be due for regression in Week 17
College Football
Both teams have had ample time for evolution since that 32-31 Oregon win on Oct. 12.
Drew Allar and the Penn State Nittany Lions will face off against the Boise State Broncos in the Fiesta Bowl.
Check out the sights and sounds from Ohio State as the Buckeyes defeated Tennessee in the first round of the College Football Playoff.
No. 2 Georgia is resting its national championship hopes on backup quarterback Gunner Stockton following Carson Beck’s season-ending elbow surgery on Monday.
Motor Sports
Haiden Deegan will lead the western division along with the return of Michael Mosiman. Max Anstie will ride in the east.
Denny Hamlin won three points races and the Clash at the Coliseum in 2024.
Australian Reid Taylor will race for ClubMX as a replacement rider for the injured Devin Simonson in the Monster Energy Supercross 250 East division.
Alex Bowman won the Chicago Street Race and had a career-high 17 top 10s in 2024.
Golf
So much is changing on the PGA Tour, and yet there remains so much potential. Here’s a wish list for what else I’d like to see the PGA Tour change.
Both discussed a little bit about their lives and their plans at the recent PNC Championship.
In this week’s edition of the Golf Channel Podcast with Rex & Lav, the senior writers offer their takeaways from the PNC Championship.
How players qualified for the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club.
Rex Hoggard and Ryan Lavner discuss why the energy and intensity around the PNC Championship makes it a better watch than other showdown-style matches.
As we approach Tiger Woods’ 49th birthday, Rex Hoggard and Ryan Lavner assess how his “engagement” and performance at the PNC Championship could affect his outlook on the Champions Tour.
MLB
Red Sox finalize 2-year deal with left-hander Patrick Sandoval, who is recovering from elbow surgery
Sandoval made 16 starts for the Los Angeles Angels in 2024, going 2-8 with a 5.08 ERA before tearing his UCL.
The 31-year-old Ross made 10 starts and 25 total appearances for the Milwaukee Brewers last season.
The 38-year-old McCutchen hit .232 with 20 home runs and 53 RBIs in 120 games last season with Pittsburgh, which finished 76-86 for a second consecutive year.
The Japanese superstar caps 2024 by winning The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for the third time, tying him with basketball great Michael Jordan. He trails only four-time winners Lance Armstrong, Tiger Woods and LeBron James.
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“We highlight some of the best teams in the NBA on Christmas Day... when you’re playing on that day, it’s an honor.”
Larry Nance Jr., De’Andre Hunter, and Malik Beasley were among Monday’s low-rostered standouts.
The 76ers went on to beat the Spurs and Joel Embiid came back out to celebrate with teammates.
Raphielle Johnson and Noah Rubin discuss the recent dominance of Victor Wembanyama and if he can surpass Nikola Jokic in fantasy this season.
Betting
Brad Thomas, Vaughn Dalzell and Eric Froton preview the Peach Bowl featuring Texas and Arizona State, including why the Sun Devils need to establish the run early if they want to have a chance to top the Longhorns.
Brad Thomas, Vaughn Dalzell and Eric Froton break down the betting angles of the titanic matchup between Notre Dame and Georgia.
Seattle Seahawks at Chicago Bears Game Preview
Jay Croucher and Drew Dinsick game out scenarios for the NFL MVP race, which has come down to two elite quarterbacks.
College Basketball
It’s a fitting spot for a pair of Southeastern Conference teams considering the league put 10 teams into Monday’s AP Top 25.
Kasparas Jakucionis scored 21 points, including the go-ahead basket with 28 seconds left, and Illinois defeated Missouri 80-77 on Sunday in the annual Braggin’ Rights game between the nonconference rivals.
Kwame Evans Jr. made 10 free throws on the way to a team-high 13 points and No. 10 Oregon beat Stanford 76-61 on Saturday night.
Bruce Thornton scored 22 of his career-high 30 points in the second half and Ohio State cruised to an 85-65 victory over No. 4 Kentucky on Saturday in the CBS Classic at Madison Square Garden.
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DeVonta Smith had a brutal drop late in the fourth quarter in a loss to the Commanders .
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Quarterback Brock Purdy threw for more than 300 yards against the Miami Dolphins, but it was not winning football.
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New England was competitive throughout the game in Buffalo.
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The Buffalo Sabres can carry the good cheer of ending the longest losing streak in the NHL this season into their holiday break.
The Chiefs may not have their best defensive player when they play the Steelers on Christmas Day.
Christmas is here.
“We will be prepared,” the league says.
With Dustin Hopkins still struggling, the Browns have added another kicker.
