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Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin.

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

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

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day hosts the Leishman Trophy following the 41-21 win over the Oregon Ducks in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2025.

College Football Playoff Semifinal 2025: Previewing Cotton Bowl between Texas and Ohio State

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

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

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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.

Love wants Ohio State in the title game

Jeremiyah Love says Notre Dame has a rooting interest in Friday night's Cotton Bowl

The Notre Dame running back wants to go up against another vaunted rush defense in the National Championship

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

The Athletics have sold out all of their 2025 season tickets for their inaugural season at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento.

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

Catch all the action between the Pelicans and the 76ers in this NBA matchup live on Friday.

Watch Chicago Blackhawks vs Detroit Red Wings: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between the Blackhawks and the Red Wings in this NHL matchup live on Friday.

Jul 27, 2024; Inglewood, CA, USA; Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford (10) controls the ball against Arsenal forward Reiss Nelson (24) during the first half at SoFi stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

A move to Barcelona could kickstart Marcus Rashford's revival

The Englishman's days at Manchester United have been numbered since Ruben Amorim's arrival.

Sports Media

Proposed sports streaming app Venu won't launch after all

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

Bay Club golfers Shane Lowry, left, Ludvig Aberg and Wyndham Clark, right, during their golf match at SoFi Center, the home of TGL, the interactive golf league founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy on January 7, 2025 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

TGL smashes debut expectations with massive ratings

NFL

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

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

NBA

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

Jan 2, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

What Joe Mazzulla wants to do after ex-NBA star called Jayson Tatum soft

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

NBA fans' hilarious reactions to when LeBron James made a fan flinch

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

Jul 7, 2022; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres former radio announcer and team ambassador Ted Leitner (left) shakes hands with Padres chairman Peter Seidler after being inducted into the Padres hall of fame before the game against the San Francisco Giants at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images

Widow of MLB owner sues brothers for control of team

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

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs celebrates a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings.

NFL playoffs, Tyreek Hill and Black Monday in today's Roundup