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Gunner Stockton, No. 3 Georgia return to playoff in rematch with No. 6 Ole Miss
Ole Miss did just fine in its first rematch of a regular-season game in the College Football Playoff.,But the No. 6 Rebels find themselves in a much different situation in their CFP quarterfinal matchup with No. 3 Georgia in the Sugar Bowl on Thursday night in New Orleans.,Ole Miss (12-1), which def...

Denny Hamlin's father dies after fire at NASCAR star's home
NASCAR driver/owner Denny Hamlin's father, Dennis, died from injuries suffered in a fire at his son's house, Gaston County Office of Emergency Management and Fire Services announced Monday.,The fire in Stanley, N.C., which was reported at 6:19 p.m. ET on Sunday, led to Dennis Hamlin, 75, and his wif...

Leaning on Ebuka Okorie, Stanford opens ACC play vs. Notre Dame
Ebuka Okorie and Stanford hope to kick off ACC play on a high note as they host Notre Dame on Tuesday.,The Cardinal (11-2) are 7-2 at home this season and currently riding a four-game winning streak. Okorie posted 32 points in a 77-68 win against Colorado on Dec. 20 and had 30 points in an 88-80 vic...

Devils honing in on offense ahead of trip to Toronto
The New Jersey Devils could find out if their scoring touch is returning Tuesday night when they visit the Toronto Maple Leafs.,The Devils took some encouragement from a 4-3 home overtime loss Saturday to the Washington Capitals. They had not scored more than two goals in their five previous games (...

Andy Reid intends to coach Chiefs in 2026 'If they'll have me'
As Andy Reid nears the end of his 13th season as head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, and his 27th consecutive season as an NFL head coach, he made it clear Monday that he does not want a disappointing 2025 season to be his last.,"I think I'm coming back, right," Reid told reporters Monday. "If the...

LAFC acquire F Jacob Shaffelburg from Nashville SC
Los Angeles FC acquired Canadian forward Jacob Shaffelburg from Nashville SC on Monday.,In exchange, Nashville receives $1 million in general allocation money -- $500,000 in 2026 and $500,000 in 2027 -- and retains a sell-on percentage in any future deals.,"Jacob is a versatile, attack-minded player...

Reports: Penn State hiring USC DC D'Anton Lynn
Penn State is finalizing a deal with Southern California defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn for the same position, multiple outlets reported Monday.,Lynn, 36, played cornerback for the Nittany Lions from 2008-11 and is joining new head coach Matt Campbell's staff after two seasons with the Trojans.,...

Luka Doncic, Giannis Antetokounmpo lead All-Star voting
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic leads the Western Conference and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is atop the Eastern Conferences in the first fan returns of NBA All-Star voting released Monday.,Doncic leads all players with 1,249,518 votes. He is followed in the West by Nikola Jok...

Bryson DeChambeau on LIV Golf extension: 'You never know'
In the wake of Brooks Koepka's early departure from LIV Golf, it's only natural that all eyes would turn to see if LIV's most popular star, Bryson DeChambeau, would similarly jump ship with one year left on his contract or sign an extension early.,If you're waiting for a clear answer, you'll have to...

Reports: LAFC set to acquire Nashville's Jacob Shaffelburg
Los Angeles FC is set to acquire Canadian winger Jacob Shaffelburg from Nashville SC, according to multiple reports Monday.,Nashville will reportedly receive $1 million in general allocation money -- $500,000 in 2026 and $500,000 in 2027 -- and will retain a sell-on percentage in any future deals.,T...

Two hurt in blaze at NASCAR star Denny Hamlin's home
A fire at a home owned by NASCAR driver/owner Denny Hamlin sent two individuals to the hospital on Sunday night.,The blaze in Stanley, N.C., was reported at 6:19 p.m. ET and two unidentified people were being treated for possible smoke inhalation, Lucia Riverbend Fire Department Chief David Toomey t...
The Bears Are Here, Caleb Williams Is Ready, and the NFC Isn’t Prepared
The Chicago Bears have flaws, but Caleb Williams looks playoff-ready. A look at the NFC QB landscape and why Chicago might have the edge....

Postgame X-rays negative on Bills QB Josh Allen's foot
Buffalo star quarterback Josh Allen's injured right foot was examined after Sunday's 13-12 home loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and X-rays were negative, Bills coach Sean McDermott said.,"Nothing new has popped up to this point," McDermott said of Allen's health.,Allen played Sunday after injuring t...

Orioles bring back RHP Zach Eflin on 1-year deal
Free agent right-hander Zach Eflin re-signed with the Baltimore Orioles on a one-year contract with a mutual option for 2027 on Sunday night.,Terms were not disclosed, but MLB Network first reported that the contract is worth a guaranteed $10 million.,He became a free agent in November at the conclu...

Simon Edvinsson's OT winner nudges Red Wings past Maple Leafs
Simon Edvinsson scored with 3:14 remaining in overtime as the host Detroit Red Wings captured a 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Sunday.,Edvinsson skated into the crease and scored on a backhander as the Red Wings maintained a two-point lead in the Atlantic Division.,Moritz Seider and Mason A...

Billy Horschel's massive putt earns Atlanta Drive season-opening TGL win
Billy Horschel made a 37 1/2-foot eagle putt on the final hole to lift Atlanta Drive GC over New York Golf Club 6-4 in a stirring opening match of TGL's second season Sunday in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.,In a rematch of last year's SoFi Cup Finals that saw Atlanta sweep New York, the Drive built a 4-1...

Mikaela Shiffrin wins sixth consecutive World Cup slalom race
Mikaela Shiffrin put together a sparkling second run on Sunday to win her sixth consecutive World Cup slalom race.,Shiffrin conquered the choppy course in Semmering, Austria, in 53.58 seconds for a total time of 1:48.82. She edged Camille Rast of Switzerland by 0.09 seconds.,Shiffrin has won all fiv...

Nick Kyrgios takes 'Battle of the Sexes' over Aryna Sabalenka
In a match that was far more lighthearted than antagonistic, Nick Kyrgios defeated Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-3 at Dubai on Sunday in a match dubbed "Battle of the Sexes.",After the friends floated the concept in an interview earlier this year, the match became a reality with Kyrgios using the one-hour,...
Why Michigan Is Betting on Kyle Whittingham at the Most Dangerous Time
Michigan’s hire of Kyle Whittingham looks risky at first glance, but the Wolverines may have made the smartest bet of the coaching carousel....
Ravens Keep Playoff Hopes Alive, Now Need Browns to Save Their Season
The Ravens crushed the Packers, but their playoff hopes now rest with the Browns in a dramatic AFC North Week 17 scenario....