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New look, same hunger: Lady Vikings chase another regional crown
MOSES LAKE — After a special season that saw the Big Bend Community College Lady Vikings compile a 27-4 record, th…
Man City, Chelsea, Liverpool win as normality returns to EPL
On a day uncertainty reigned in England as the nation prepared to go back into lockdown, the Premier League returned to something resembling normality.
Nix, Auburn unload on LSU in 48-11 win
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Bo Nix generated 381 yards of total offense and four touchdowns as Auburn routed LSU 48-11 inside Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday.
Game-ending FG lifts Abilene Christian to 1st win, 20-17
MACON, Ga. (AP) — Blair Zepeda kicked a 38-yard field goal as time expired, rallying Abilene Christian to a 20-17 victory over Mercer on Saturday, foiling Mercer's final chance to win a game in 2020.
Cubs pick up $16.5M option on 1B Anthony Rizzo for 2021
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs picked up their $16.5 million option for Anthony Rizzo on Saturday, bringing back the popular first baseman after he struggled during the pandemic-shortened season.
Fill-in Sears helps No. 25 Boise State beat Air Force 49-30
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) — Jack Sears' first throw as a starting quarterback in two years went for a 75-yard touchdown.
Pitcher Chris Archer's $11M option declined by Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chris Archer’s $11 million option for 2021 has been declined by the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the 32-year-old right-hander became a free agent.
Picault scores twice, FC Dallas beats Dynamo 3-0
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Fabrice-Jean Picault scored twice in FC Dallas' 3-0 victory over the Houston Dynamo on Saturday.
Dodgers decline option on RHP Jimmy Nelson
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jimmy Nelson’s $2 million option was declined Friday by the Los Angeles Dodgers, allowing the right-hander to become a free agent.
Toney, Trask shine as No. 10 Florida tops, fights Missouri
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida coach Dan Mullen showed up after his team's testy victory against Missouri dressed as Darth Vader.
Virginia holds on to extend streak against No. 15 UNC, 44-41
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — With his team's lead dwindling and his defense getting weary, Virginia coach Bronco Mendenhall knew an extended drive might be just what the Cavaliers needed to hang on against No. 15 No…
MATCHDAY: Everton, Real Sociedad look to retake league leads
A look at what’s happening around European soccer on Sunday:
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney says QB Trevor Lawrence will not play next week against Notre Dame due to COVID-19 protocols
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson coach Dabo Swinney says QB Trevor Lawrence will not play next week against Notre Dame due to COVID-19 protocols.
Friday's Sports in Brief
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Patriots CB Stephon Gilmore ruled out for game against Bills
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Cornerback Stephon Gilmore will miss his first regular-season game in three seasons when the New England Patriots visit AFC East-leading Buffalo on Sunday.
Hall, Purdy lead No. 23 Iowa State to 52-22 romp over Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Breece Hall usually cruises right past the turn toward the University of Kansas every time the sophomore running back makes the drive on Interstate 35 from his home in Wichita to Iowa State.