The holidays are here, and that means sitting across the dinner table from people you secretly kinda-sorta ... well, hate's a strong word. But let's just say we're not blind around here to the likelihood of holiday tension amongst families. So what better time than now…
No hip-drop fines for tackles on A.J. Brown or Joe Mixon in Week 15
Eagles wide receiver A.J.
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NFL's new Terms and Conditions could save it from a class action.
Phillies pick up lefty starter Jesús Luzardo in trade with Marlins
Luzardo is coming off an injury-filled 2024, but will be a big boost to the Phillies rotation if he can stay healthy.
Broncos, Jets were never close to a deal for Jerry Jeudy
The most entertaining story of the week came from TheAthletic.com, which led a deep dive into the dysfunctional Jets with a tale that was too fantastical to not be true.
Israel Adesanya: Preparing for first non-title UFC fight in six years ‘doesn’t feel any different’
Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is on the verge of competing in his first non-title fight in six years, but says everything still feels the same. After back-to-back losses in title fights with heated builds, Adesanya (24-4 MMA, 13-4 UFC) is relatively at…
College Football Playoff quarterfinal schedule, matchups, odds: Texas becomes new title favorite
The Longhorns beat the Tigers 38-24 and now have shorter odds than both Ohio State and Oregon to win it all.
Colorado signee Quentin Gibson named MVP, enters Texas HS championship record book
Quentin Gibson, a three-star receiver committed to Colorado, was named MVP of the UIL championship game as he helped North Crowley dominate.
USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings review: Biggest movers in 2024
The landscape of MMA changes rapidly.
Micah Parsons is expected to play on Sunday night
Quarterback Baker Mayfield and the rest of the Buccaneers are likely going to have to deal with Micah Parsons on Sunday night.
Minnesota Vikings vs. Seattle Seahawks game: How to watch, kickoff time and more
The Minnesota Vikings play the Seattle Seahawks this Sunday. Here's everything you need to know about how to watch.
Patrick Mahomes: I pride myself on playing through pain
The week leading up to Saturday's game against the Texans involved questions about how effective Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes would be playing through an ankle injury and it didn't take long to get an answer.
Ohio State football inspires new catchphrase for coach Ryan Day in rout of Tennessee
Ryan Day and his Ohio State Buckeyes prove resurgent against Tennessee. That inspired a new catchphrase.
Russell Wilson: I can’t let those two negative plays happen
The Steelers looked like they were on their way to taking the lead in the second quarter of Saturday's game in Baltimore when quarterback Russell Wilson broke free for a long run inside the Ravens' 5-yard-line, but Wilson wouldn't reach the end zone and the Steelers wouldn't get another shot at points on the drive.
The Times’ 2024 All-Star high school football team
A look at the Los Angeles Times' 24-player All-Star high school football team for the 2024 season.