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Seahawks, Rams ready for rematch with a spot in the Super Bowl on the line
2+ hour, 6+ min ago (863+ words) By Andrew Destin AP Sports Writer Defensive tackle Leonard Williams and the Seahawks are on a roll, having crushed one NFC West rival in the playoffs. They will host another division foe in the Rams in today's NFC championship. Quarterback…...
AFC championship: Stidham takes reins for Broncos against former teams
2+ hour, 14+ min ago (954+ words) By Arnie Stapleton AP Pro Football Writer Patriots quarterback Drake Maye has won his first two career playoff games and now has New England favored to reach the Super Bowl with a win today in Denver. DENVER " If any opponent…...
Steelers close on a deal to make Mike McCarthy coach of his hometown team
3+ hour, 27+ min ago (216+ words) By Will Graves AP Sports Writer Former Packers head coach Mike McCarthy waves during halftime of last season's opener in Green Bay. After a year off from coaching, McCarthy is set to return to take over the Steelers. PITTSBURGH " Mike…...
Mendoza officially declares for draft, could go No. 1
21+ hour, 7+ min ago (628+ words) Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza did it all this season, winning a national championship along with the Heisman Trophy and a Big Ten title. His next major accomplishment could be a No. 1 overall selection in April's draft. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. " The Las…...
College Football Playoff still at 12 teams after SEC, Big Ten fail to agree on expansion
21+ hour, 24+ min ago (699+ words) By Eddie Pells and Eric Olson AP Sports Writers The Big Ten has won the first two national titles in the 12-team playoff era with Indiana holding off Miami on Monday. Though the field is likely to expand in the…...
Former MVP, Niners quarterback Brodie dies at 90
21+ hour, 57+ min ago (654+ words) By Josh Dubow AP Pro Football Writer San Francisco quarterback John Brodie gets a free ride on the shoulders of an admiring crowd following a win over Minnesota for a division title on Dec. 16, 1972. Brodie, who won league MVP in…...
Stidham taking the spotlight for Broncos in AFC Championship
22+ hour, 18+ min ago (1536+ words) Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham takes over the rest of the way for the AFC's top seed with starter Bo Nix out for the season with a broken ankle. Denver hosts New England for the AFC Championship on Sunday. Broncos cornerback…...
Ravens hire Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter as head coach
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (451+ words) Jesse Minter had success as Jim Harbaugh's defensive coordinator at Michigan and with the Chargers, earning him the job as John Harbaugh's replacement as Ravens head coach on Thursday. BALTIMORE " Jesse Minter is heading back to Baltimore, this time as…...
On the Money: Seahawks look primed to win and cover on Sunday
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (980+ words) I was one layup away from a 3-0 column last week. One bucket away. The funny thing is, I didn't even realize it until several days later. I was unable to watch the Toledo-Kent State game last Friday night, I merely…...
No. 22 North Carolina handles Notre Dame
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (498+ words) North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson (8) shoots against Notre Dame forward Brady Koehler during the first half. North Carolina guard Seth Trimble (7) tries to control the ball as he is defended by Notre Dame forward Jalen Haralson (10) during the first half....