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College football’s new playoff system created more arguments than competitive games in Week 1. But the sport thrives on disharmony.
Where do teams stand entering Week 17 of the NFL season?
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PFT Power Rankings: Eagles fall, Vikings rise
Paul Allen, the Minnesota Vikings play-by-play announcer, joins PFT Live to unpack the Week 17 power rankings with Mike Florio, including the Vikings rising to No. 3.
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NFL WEEK 17
Mike Florio previews the Christmas day matchup between the Chiefs and Steelers, including Patrick Mahomes’ high-ankle injury, and whether Pittsburgh can snap a two-game losing streak.
From Deebo Samuel to Josh Downs and Hollywood Brown, a close look at players who might be due for regression in Week 17
Mike Florio previews the Christmas day matchup between the Ravens and Texans, including whether Houston can finally secure a signature win, and how Lamar Jackson can boost his MVP odds.
A survey of the team defense landscape for Week 17 of the NFL season.
Paul Allen, the Minnesota Vikings play-by-play announcer, joins PFT Live to unpack the Week 17 power rankings with Mike Florio, including the Vikings rising to No. 3.
Xavier Worthy, Rashod Bateman, and Darnell Mooney can help managers claim that fantasy championship.
Paul Allen, the Minnesota Vikings play-by-play announcer, joins PFT Live to discuss Kevin O’Connell’s “spark,” and why Minnesota should keep him with the team long-term.
NFL
Jonathan Taylor held onto the ball in Week 16 and the Colts running back now has an award to hold onto as well.
Running back Chuba Hubbard has been a bright spot for the Panthers all season and he had one of his best games of the year against the Cardinals in Week 16.
Which defenses can help you win a fantasy football title?
It looks like Drew Lock will be leading the Giants offense as the team tries to avoid extending their franchise record to 11 straight losses when they face the Colts on Sunday.
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.
Rotoworld
The Rotoworld staff got together to discuss some players who have impressed (and disappointed) them thus far.
Which defenses can help you win a fantasy football title?
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.
College Football
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas won the Big 12 title in 2023 on its way out the door to the Southeastern Conference.
Vrbo Fiesta Bowl: Penn State vs. Boise State Game Preview
Penn State doesn’t want to be the next team Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty posterizes with jukes and spin moves.
Both teams have had ample time for evolution since that 32-31 Oregon win on Oct. 12.
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.
NBA
“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
Vrbo Fiesta Bowl: Penn State vs. Boise State Game Preview
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
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 Chiefs announced a few roster moves ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Steelers.
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.
Drew Allar and the Penn State Nittany Lions will face off against the Boise State Broncos in the Fiesta Bowl.
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.
