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Detroit Lions wide receiver Kalif Raymond (11) runs against Minnesota Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy Jr. (7), right, and safety Josh Metellus (44) during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025.

NFL hints at significant changes to its playoff format

Jan 4, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) makes a pass during the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

NFL Playoffs 2025: Previewing Steelers vs. Ravens Wild Card matchup

Jim Harbaugh can't escape the curse of the Chargers 'Chargering'

Dec 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott talks with Tom Brady during the game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Tom Brady's influence is making the Raiders a hot coaching destination

Jan 5, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) during the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Kids prank Caleb Williams by pretending to be the next Bears head coach

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Pittsburgh Steelers can't be afraid to assess the future of head coach Mike Tomlin

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has done great things for the franchise. However, recent postseason performances have to have the front office rethinking Tomlin's future.

Justin Herbert trumps his regular season total of interceptions in wild-card loss

The Los Angeles Chargers had a performance to forget in their wild-card loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Justin Herbert would also like to forget his performance.

Chargers kicker decimated after blocked PAT vs. Texans (VIDEO)

The Houston Texans earned the first win of the NFL postseason schedule after dominating the Los Angeles Chargers. It will be a game Chargers kicker Cameron Dicker won't soon forget.

Watch Free Kentucky vs Mississippi State: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between the Kentucky Wildcats and the Mississippi State Bulldogs in this ranked college basketball matchup live on Saturday.

Watch Free Alabama vs Texas A&M: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Texas A&M Aggies in this ranked college basketball matchup live on Saturday.

AFC Wild Card Steelers vs Ravens NFL Playoffs

Watch NFL Playoffs Steelers vs Ravens Wild Card Weekend: free live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the NFL playoff action between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens during Wild Card Weekend live on Saturday.

Sports Media

NFL announcer schedule & pairings for Wild Card Weekend, 2025 playoffs

Dec 5, 2010; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Fox Sports Net reporter Patrick O'Neal (left) interviews Southern California Trojans forward Nikola Vucevic after the game against the Texas Longhorns at the Galen Center. USC defeated Texas 73-56.

Emmy award-winning broadcaster reveals his house burned down in Southern California wildfire

Proposed sports streaming app Venu won't launch after all

Dec 21, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Thursday Night Football Amazon Prime play-by-play announcer Al Michaels during the game between the Los Angeles Rams and the New Orleans Saints at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Al Michaels says he's 'leaning' toward decision on 'Thursday Night Football' return

NFL

AFC Wild Card Chargers vs Texans NFL Playoffs

Watch NFL Playoffs Chargers vs Texans Wild Card Weekend: free live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Dec 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni and chief security officer Dom DiSandro after win against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Despite some of his antics, Nick Sirianni is beloved by Eagles players

NFL Playoffs 2025: Previewing every Wild Card matchup

Dec 28, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass against the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

NFL Playoffs 2025: Previewing Vikings vs. Rams Wild Card matchup

NBA

Watch Free New Orleans Pelicans vs Philadelphia 76ers: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Jimmy Butler's advice on what good 'bosses do' seems directed at Pat Riley

Mar 26, 2019; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat president Pat Riley speaks during the jersey retirement of former player Chris Bosh during halftime of the game between the Miami Heat and the Orlando Magic at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

Pat Riley admits East Rivals have kicked his a**, says maybe he's 'washed'

Dec 28, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) warms up before the game between the Phoenix Suns and the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Bradley Beal promises one thing he'll never do even after coming off the bench

MLB

Freddie Freeman poses on the red carpet before the 58th Annual Country Music Association Awards in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.

Dodgers' Freddie Freeman, wife pledge massive donation in response to Southern California fires

A's surprising ticket news shows Sacramento's excitement for MLB

Dec 30, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks linebacker Bryce Boettcher (28) during Rose Bowl media day at Sheraton Grand LA.

Two-sport star Bryce Boettcher makes decision about his immediate future in football, baseball

Oct 15, 2022; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler celebrates defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers during game four of the NLDS for the 2022 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park.

Brother of late Padres owner: relocation not in plans

Roundup

Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin.

Penn State, Notre Dame and potential Super Bowl LIX matchups in today's Roundup

Cavaliers guard Darius Garland celebrates after hitting a three-point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

An instant NBA classic, Deion Sanders and an NFL playoffs preview in today's Roundup

Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin before the Fiesta Bowl.

James Franklin, Bill Belichick and LeBron's best dunk ever in today's Roundup

Mike Vrabel watches practice at the Browns training facility in Ohio.