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Jan 5, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) on the field after the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

NFL Playoffs 2025: Previewing Broncos vs. Bills Wild Card matchup

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

Dec 22, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) warms up before the game against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

NFL Playoffs 2025: Previewing Packers vs. Eagles Wild Card matchup

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

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

The Latest

Jan 12, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) runs for a gain during the fourth quarter against the Buffalo Bills in an AFC wild card game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

Broncos show future is bright, but work still ahead in Wild Card loss to Bills

Broncos show future is bright, but work still ahead in Wild Card loss to Bills

Jan 12, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) runs out of the pocket during the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills in an AFC wild card game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Denver Broncos rookies set incredible NFL Playoffs record

Despite their loss to the Buffalo Bills, the future is bright for Bo Nix and the Broncos.

Jan 12, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) runs for a gain during the second quarter against the Denver Broncos in an AFC wild card game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Referee went out of his way to apologize to Josh Allen after missed PI call (WATCH)

Social media is having a field day with Bill Vinovich going over to the Bills quarterback.

NFC Wild Card Packers vs Eagles NFL Playoffs

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

Catch all the NFL playoff action between the Green Bay Packers and the Philadelphia Eagles during Wild Card Weekend live on Sunday.

Watch Seattle Kraken vs Detroit Red Wings: free live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between the Kraken and the Red Wings in this NHL matchup live on Saturday.

Tennessee Titans Head Coach Mike Vrabel reacts to a Titans penalty against the Seattle Seahawks during their game at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023. Vrabel was fired by owner Amy Adams Strunk Monday after having two losing seasons back-to-back.

Patriots should be ashamed of process in hiring Mike Vrabel, firing Jerod Mayo

Patriots should be ashamed of process in hiring Mike Vrabel, firing Jerod Mayo

Sports Media

Jan 7, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Gilbert Arenas calls out unrealistic expectations from LeBron James, gives Michael Jordan example

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

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

NFL

Jan 11, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans defensive end Denico Autry (96) sacks Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) during the game in an AFC wild card game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Do the Chargers have a Justin Herbert problem after QB's dismal play in loss vs. Texans?

AFC Wild Card Broncos vs Bills NFL Playoffs

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

Vrabel was the obvious hire for New England

The Patriots made the correct head coaching hire

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

NBA

Jan 4, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts after drawing a foul while scoring against the Denver Nuggets during the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Michael Jordan's ex-teammate reveals what Victor Wembanyama needs to improve

Jan 10, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) dribbles the ball against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Paul George claims he was 'bored' after playing an unexpected new role for the 76ers

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

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.

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