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Mavs’ Jeremiah Baker turns setbacks into opportunity
MOSES LAKE — Long before signing his letter of intent to play football for Pacific Northwest Christian College on …
Over the hump? Dolphins are big favorites against Bengals
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins are in contention for their first AFC East title since 2008, which would ensure their first playoff berth since 2016, which would give them a shot at their first postseason win since…
Purdue tries to plug leaky run defense with Nebraska up next
As Purdue coach Jeff Brohm watched video of Nebraska, he immediately identified a potential pitfall.
Nagy not throwing in towel as struggling Bears face Lions
CHICAGO (AP) — Matt Nagy saw it five years ago when he was an assistant on Andy Reid's staff in Kansas City. The Chiefs answered a big slump with a massive turnaround, catapulting them to the playoffs.
Rams, Cardinals meet in crucial NFC West December showdown
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals haven't been very good the past few seasons, so many of their players haven't experienced a playoff push.
The Latest: USA Curling halts events for at least 6 months
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49ers prepared to deal with challenges of extended trip
When the San Francisco 49ers arrived at their temporary home in Arizona, coach Kyle Shanahan gathered several players and told them to make sure everyone is looking out for each other.
Bucks' investment in Holiday trade makes him feel wanted
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jrue Holiday took notice along with the rest of the NBA when he discovered the substantial package of players and picks the Milwaukee Bucks sacrificed to acquire him.
Best in the West Seahawks set to host East-leading Giants
SEATTLE (AP) — If anyone can relate to the situation currently facing the New York Giants, it’s Pete Carroll.
No. 24 Iowa taking nothing for granted against Illinois
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz is taking nothing for granted after seeing what Illinois did to a Nebraska team his Hawkeyes hung on to beat 26-20 last week.
Ravens hope to put COVID outbreak, losing streak behind them
By the time this season is done, the Baltimore Ravens would like to be known as the team that rebounded from an outbreak of COVID-19 to reach the playoffs, rather than the NFL club most impacted by playing in the m…
Vikings still committed to core, as Jaguars starting over
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars, just short of three years ago, were leading New England with less than three minutes to go in the AFC championship game.
Watt's renaissance in Houston helps Texans win 2 straight
HOUSTON (AP) — Romeo Crennel joined the Houston Texans in 2014 as the defensive coordinator.
No. 24 Iowa looking for a road win against surging Illinois
No. 24 Iowa (4-2 Big Ten, No. 19 CFP) at Illinois (2-3), Saturday at 3:30 p.m. EST (FS1).
Plan B as in BYU: Cougars face Chanticleers on short notice
Word came to Coastal Carolina on Wednesday that the most significant home game in the history of the program was in serious jeopardy.
College Football Picks: Alabama-LSU has decided lack of buzz
Alabama-LSU has in 13 months gone from Game of the Century to not even as interesting as BYU at Coastal Carolina.