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Lions prepare for NFC Championship rematch vs. banged-up 49ers
The Detroit Lions will know how meaningful their matchup with the San Francisco 49ers on Monday night will carry before they step on the field.,If Minnesota defeats Green Bay on Sunday, the Lions will still have to beat the Vikings in the regular-season finale to take the NFC North and gain the top ...
NFL Christmas games on Netflix set streaming records
Despite blowouts in both Christmas Day games, Netflix drew a record audience of nearly 65 million total streaming viewers in the United States for the Kansas City Chiefs-Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans matchups, according to Nielsen on Thursday.,The early-afternoon matchup, f...
Falcons, Commanders eye playoff clincher behind rookie QBs
Two teams aiming to secure playoff berths meet when the Atlanta Falcons visit the Washington Commanders on Sunday night in Landover, Md.,The Falcons (8-7) can clinch the NFC South with a win over the Commanders and a loss by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-7) against the visiting Carolina Panthers. ,The...
Chargers rule out RB Gus Edwards (ankle) vs. Patriots
Los Angeles Chargers running back Gus Edwards was ruled out for Saturday's road game against the New England Patriots with an ankle injury.,Fellow Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins is close to returning from a four-game absence because of a knee injury, as he was listed questionable to play.,Offens...
Rams OT Rob Havenstein slowed with shoulder injury
After opening the week with a perfectly clean injury report, Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Rob Havenstein is dealing with a shoulder injury that occurred in practice, putting his status up in the air in advance of Saturday's home game against the Arizona Cardinals.,The Rams (9-6), who are on a f...
No. 14 Gonzaga, No. 22 UCLA take rivalry into lap of luxury
In a rivalry that has delivered some memorable games, No. 14 Gonzaga is set to face No. 22 UCLA on a brand-new stage Saturday when they become the first college teams to play at the Intuit Dome, the new $2 billion home of the NBA's Los Angeles Clippers in Inglewood, Calif.,Saturday's matchup is the ...
Browns place DT Shelby Harris (elbow) on injured reserve
The Cleveland Browns placed starting defensive tackle Shelby Harris on injured reserve on Thursday because of an elbow issue.,The Browns (3-12) host the Miami Dolphins (7-8) on Sunday before completing their season against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 18. ,Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who s...
Bruins take 5-game points streak into meeting with Blue Jackets
The Boston Bruins will look to continue their recent success following the NHL's three-day holiday break when they visit the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday for the opening leg of a home-and-home series. ,A 4-1 victory over the Washington Capitals on Monday allowed Boston to go into the recess on a ...
QB Teddy Bridgewater to unretire, rejoin Lions
Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is coming out of retirement to rejoin the Detroit Lions, coach Dan Campbell confirmed Thursday.,Bridgewater, 32, appeared in one game (three snaps) for the Lions last season. He announced his retirement in February and spent the 2024 season coaching his alma mater Miami...
Report: QB Teddy Bridgewater to unretire, rejoin Lions
Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is coming out of retirement to rejoin the Detroit Lions, NFL Network reported Thursday.,Bridgewater, 32, appeared in one game (three snaps) for the Lions last season. He announced his retirement in February and spent the 2024 season coaching his alma mater Miami Northwe...
Titans, Jaguars seek spark in battle of struggling AFC South teams
If the Tennessee Titans' contest against the host Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday were a bowl game, some might term it the Tank Bowl.,In a matchup of 3-12 AFC South teams playing out the string of forgettable seasons, it could be argued that the loser will come out ahead in the long run. After all, t...
Dolphins waiving LB Shaq Barrett from reserve/retired list
The Miami Dolphins are waiving two-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher Shaquil Barrett from the reserve/retired list on Thursday, his agent confirmed to ESPN.,Barrett, 32, would be eligible to play again this season if he clears waivers and signs with another team. If another team claims him, however, the vet...
Heat sign G League standout Keshad Johnson
The Miami Heat announced the signing of NBA G League standout Keshad Johnson on Thursday.,The team converted his two-way contract to a standard two-year NBA deal. Terms were not disclosed.,Johnson, 23, has averaged 21.2 points and 8.2 rebounds in 13 starts for the Sioux Falls Skyforce, Miami's G Lea...
Best Sports Betting Picks Today: College Football, NBA, NFL Predictions for December 26
Christmas Day is in the rearview mirror, but Thursday December 26th's slate of sports gives us college football, NBA and NFL action to bet on. These are our best bets....
NFL Christmas Day Games on Netflix Fall Completely Flat
The much-anticipated arrival of NFL games on Netflix were disappointing on Christmas Day, as both games were massive blowouts and not competitive. ...
Suns gain split of home-and-home set vs. Nuggets
Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal scored 27 points apiece and the Phoenix Suns avenged a one-sided loss at Denver earlier this week with a solid 110-100 victory over the visiting Nuggets on Wednesday night.,Tyus Jones added 17 points on 7-of-9 shooting and Monte Morris scored 11 off the bench for the Su...
Lamar Jackson breaks QB career rushing record
Lamar Jackson is officially the most prolific rushing quarterback in NFL history.,The Baltimore Ravens star on Wednesday broke the record for most career rushing yards by a quarterback, getting just enough to pass Michael Vick as the Ravens demolished the host Houston Texans 31-2.,Entering the game ...
Road-tested Pistons draw Kings next
The Detroit Pistons hope to continue to enjoy their holiday away from home when they go for a third straight road win on Thursday night against the host Sacramento Kings.,Last season's losingest team appeared to catch no break in the schedule when dealt a four-game Western swing sandwiching Christma...
Lamar Jackson, Ravens run all over Texans
Lamar Jackson set an NFL record, Derrick Henry achieved a single-season franchise mark and the visiting Baltimore Ravens moved into first place in the AFC North with a 31-2 rout of the Houston Texans on Wednesday.,Jackson rushed for 87 yards, including a 48-yard touchdown run in the third quarter, t...
Rockets getting lift from different players while Pelicans seek spark
The Houston Rockets have won three straight games and five of their last six.,The New Orleans Pelicans have lost seven games in a row and have just five victories this season.,The team with the second-best record in the Western Conference will visit the team with the worst record in the conference o...