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

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

Jan 5, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) waves to the crowd against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

NFL Playoffs 2025: Previewing Texans vs. Chargers Wild Card matchup

NFL Playoffs 2025: Previewing every Wild Card matchup

Sep 15, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) and Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) shake hands after the game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Cardinals come to Rams' rescue after playoff venue change to Arizona

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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

Sirianni has the highest winning percentage among active NFL head coaches.

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

They even got the Chicago quarterback to jump on a FaceTime call wih them.

Apr 6, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Kevin Na of the Iron Heads plays his shot from the fifth tee during the second round of LIV Golf Miami golf tournament at Trump National Doral. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images

Kevin Na wants LIV golfers to receive the same exemptions PGA Tour players get

As of now, only a handful of LIV players earn exemptions into PGA majors.

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

The Los Angeles Kings are facilitating charitable donations in response to the catastrophe, as Patrick O'Neal announced during Friday's broadcast from Winnipeg.

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

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

CFP Semifinal Cotton Bowl Ohio State vs Texas

Watch Ohio State vs Texas CFP Cotton Bowl: free live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between Ohio State and Texas during the Cotton Bowl live on Friday in the College Football Playoff Semifinal.

Sports Media

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

Oct 26, 2014; Glendale, AZ, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Emmanuel Acho (51) against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Cardinals defeated the Eagles 24-20.

Emmanuel Acho among those evacuated from California wildfires

Apr 9, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) reacts after a basket against the Atlanta Hawks in the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

NBA champ names $121 million reason for Jimmy Butler to join West team

NFL

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) looks downfield as he is pressured by Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen (99). Allen threw for 177 yards and a touchdown. HE also ran for a touchdown but the Bills lost to the Denver 24-22.

NFL's Wild Card Weekend undergoes quiet name change

Mike McCarthy is signing his own pink slip with return to Dallas Cowboys

Deshaun Watson's latest injury could signal the end of worst trade in NFL history

Jan 5, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) throws a pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

NFL Playoffs 2025: Previewing Commanders vs. Buccaneers 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

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

Oct 8, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Luis Arraez (4) reacts after an out in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game three of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images

Yankees' second baseman search turns to potential trade with Padres, Dodgers

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.

Mike Vrabel, Bradley Beal and TGL tees off in today's Roundup