Understanding problematic injuries and identifying viable contingency plans before Sunday morning gives savvy fantasy managers an advantage over the competition. The article below details the top five NFL injuries and contingency plans to know for Wild Card Weekend.
Sixers announce rookie Jared McCain is out for season with torn meniscus
McCain was the Sixers' bright spot this season and a Rookie of the Year candidate.
No. 20 Purdue wins 4th game in a row, 68-50 over Rutgers
Braden Smith and Trey Kaufman-Renn scored 16 points apiece to lead No. 20 Purdue to a 68-50 win over Rutgers on Thursday night. Smith, the reigning Big Ten Player of the Week, had 14 assists. Fletcher Loyer added 13 points, giving him 1,009 for his career.
Umar Nurmagomedov issues UFC 311 press conference challenge to Merab Dvalishvili
Umar Nurmagomedov wants Merab Dvalishvili to back up his words before UFC 311. As fight week for the first numbered event of the year looms, Nurmagomedov (18-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) and Dvalishvili (18-4 MMA, 11-2 UFC) continue to show signs of friction going into the Jan.
Mike Lombardi insists Bill Belichick is “committed” to North Carolina
On Wednesday, NFL Media reported that multiple teams, including the Raiders, have contacted North Carolina coach Bill Belichick to inquire as to whether he would reconsider his move to college football.
Lee Corso almost falls while doing jig after making Notre Dame-Penn State Orange Bowl pick
ESPN college football analyst Lee Corso nearly fell while doing a jig after making his pick for the Penn State-Notre Dame Orange Bowl game.
Sixers say McCain will miss the rest of his rookie year
The Sixers announced Thursday night that Jared McCain will be out for the remainder of the 2024-25 season.
Jets complete interview with Aaron Glenn
The Jets completed an interview with Aaron Glenn for their head coach position, the team announced Thursday night.
What’s next for the Padres, one of this winter’s quietest teams?
An ownership struggle and financial limbo leave San Diego without a clear path forward in 2025.
NFL moves Vikings-Rams playoff game to Arizona
Wildfires force Wild Card game from L.A. to Phoenix.
Wild Card deep dives: Stroud vs. Herbert, blueprint for Broncos & Rams & more | Football 301
In this absolutely packed episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down every matchup heading into Wild Card weekend, offering insights into how playoff contenders are shaping up and which teams might be in trouble.
Ronald Polite hits game-winning 3-pointer to lead UNC Greensboro over Chattanooga 78-75
Donovan Atwell led UNC Greensboro with 28 points and Ronald Polite hit a game-winning 3-pointer just before the buzzer as the Spartans defeated Chattanooga 78-75 on Thursday night. Atwell shot 9 of 11 from the field, including 6 for 7 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 4 from the line for the Spartans (10-6, 3-0 Southern Conference). Kenyon Giles scored 26 points while going 10 of 17 from the floor, including 3 for 8 from 3-point range, and 3 for 4 from the line.
Is Drake Maye the X-factor in Patriots’ pursuit of Mike Vrabel?
How does Drake Maye's potential impact the Patriots' pursuit of Mike Vrabel? Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry discuss on the Patriots Talk Podcast.
Morton scores 17 as Morehead State takes down Little Rock 59-53
Jerone Morton's 17 points helped Morehead State defeat Little Rock 59-53 on Thursday. Morton added four steals for the Eagles (9-7, 4-1 Ohio Valley Conference). Anouar Mellouk scored 14 points, going 7 of 10 from the field.
Ex-UFC champ announces birth of second daughter Liko’ula Pā’ūomahinakaipiha Browne
There's a new addition to the Browne-Rousey family. On Thursday, former UFC star Ronda Rousey announced she and her husband Travis Browne welcomed daughter Liko’ula Pā’ūomahinakaipiha Browne into the world. The exact date of birth is unclear. "Our little girl came into this