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NHL Picks Tuesday Dec. 23rd: Red Wings vs. Stars, Flyers vs. Blackhawks
Two NHL picks for the final full slate before the Christmas break, including Red Wings value vs. Stars and Flyers against the Blackhawks....
The NFL Should Put Giants vs. Raiders in Primetime and Embrace the Tank Bowl
Giants vs. Raiders isn’t meaningless — it’s the Tank Bowl. Draft positioning, QB futures, and the race to the bottom make it the most entertaining game of Week 17....

No. 20 Illinois grabs Braggin' Rights with blowout of Missouri
Keaton Wagler had 22 points, four assists and two steals as No. 20 Illinois rolled past Missouri 91-48 Monday night in their annual Braggin' Rights Game in St. Louis.,Andrej Stojakovic scored 16 points and Tomislav Ivisic 14 added for the Fighting Illini (9-3).,Illinois shot 15-for-33 from 3-point r...
Notre Dame and USC Canceling their Rivalry is Everything Wrong About College Football
USC ending its historic rivalry with Notre Dame highlights how mega conferences, scheduling, and playoff incentives are reshaping college football — for the worse....
Johnny Manziel Skipping College GameDay Isn’t the Scandal People Think
Johnny Manziel skipped his scheduled College GameDay appearance, sparking online outrage — but the reaction may be far more dramatic than the situation deserves....

Reports: Bobby Petrino to become Bill Belichick’s OC at UNC
Bobby Petrino is expected to join Bill Belichick's staff and become the next offensive coordinator at North Carolina, several reports said Monday.,The longtime college and NFL head coach will try to help Belichick turn around a program that went 4-8 in its first season under the six-time Super Bowl ...
Which College Football Playoff Teams Are Most Vulnerable in the Quarterfinals?
Breaking down College Football Playoff quarterfinal matchups to identify which contenders — including Ohio State and Alabama — show signs of vulnerability....
Monday College Basketball Best Bets: Top CBB Picks Before Christmas Break
Three college basketball best bets for Monday’s packed slate, including Davidson vs Kansas, Missouri vs Illinois, and Northern Iowa vs Saint Mary’s....
49ers vs Colts Week 16 Monday Night Football Betting Picks
The San Francisco 49ers and Indianapolis Colts clash on Monday Night Football with playoff seeding at stake. Defensive strengths point toward the total as the best bet....

No. 18 Illinois braces for Missouri in Braggin' Rights game
Illinois coach Brad Underwood has relished the practice week in preparation for the annual Braggin' Rights game against Missouri on Monday night in St. Louis.,The No. 18 Fighting Illini (8-3) most recently suffered a last-second 83-80 loss at home to Nebraska on Dec. 13. Then Illinois went back to w...

Paul McNeil Jr. stays hot as NC State surges past Ole Miss
Paul McNeil Jr. scored most of his 19 points on six 3-point baskets and North Carolina State used a strong first half on the way to beating Ole Miss 76-62 in a neutral-site game Sunday afternoon at Greensboro, N.C.,Quadir Copeland provided 16 points, nine assists and seven rebounds for the Wolfpack....
Miami Defense Carries Hurricanes Past Texas A&M in CFP Debut
Miami’s revamped defense delivered a statement performance, shutting down Texas A&M in a gritty 10-3 College Football Playoff win....
Small-School Roots Shine in the College Football Playoff
Small-school coaching roots are on full display in the College Football Playoff, with NAIA and Division II backgrounds shaping title contenders....
Patriots vs Ravens Sunday Night Football Week 16 Betting Picks
New England Patriots vs Baltimore Ravens Sunday Night Football betting preview, analysis, and pick, including spread odds and key matchup factors....
Best NFL Player Props for Week 16: Top Bets and Value Picks
Top NFL player prop bets for Week 16, including Saquon Barkley, D’Andre Swift, De’Von Achane, and Phillip Rivers....
Anthony Joshua Knocked Out Jake Paul in a Fight That Made No Sense
Anthony Joshua knocked out Jake Paul, but the fight was filled with bizarre moments, MMA-style takedowns, and referee controversy....
College Football Playoff Continues to Bend Over Backward for the SEC
The SEC once again benefits from favorable College Football Playoff matchups, proving the league still wins more hypotheticals than games....

Michael Ajayi's strong outing lifts Butler over Northwestern
Michael Ajayi piled up 19 points and a career-high 20 rebounds as Butler held on for a 61-58 victory over Northwestern in the opener of the Indy Classic doubleheader on Saturday in Indianapolis., ,Ajayi's ninth double-double of the season, tied for second-most in the nation, enabled the Bulldogs (9-...

No. 12 North Carolina edges Ohio State on late basket
Henri Veesaar flushed a go-ahead dunk with 7.2 seconds left on Saturday, giving No. 12 North Carolina a 71-70 win over Ohio State in the CBS Sports Classic in Atlanta.,Caleb Wilson led all players with 20 points and 15 rebounds, while Veesaar chipped in 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Tar Heels (1...

Sabres fire associate general manager Jason Karmanos
The Buffalo Sabres fired associate general manager Jason Karmanos on Saturday, just five days after Jarmo Kekalainen assumed the top GM role on the team.,Karmanos also served as general manager of the Rochester Americans of the American Hockey League.,"We thank Jason for his contributions to the Buf...