USFL announces eight franchises for 2022 reboot
USFL announces eight franchises for 2022 reboot
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The United States Football League is back and will have its first season in 36 years when it begins play in April 2022. On Monday, the league announced the eight franchises that will represent the USFL in its upcoming season.
Luka Doncic may miss more time after aggravating knee injury
Luka Doncic may miss more time after aggravating knee injury
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Luka Doncic has not played in a week after injuring his knee and ankle last Monday. Just as he looked to be on the verge of a return, the issue appears to have gotten worse.
Packers' Aaron Rodgers (toe) to start vs. Rams; may not practice beforehand
Packers' Aaron Rodgers (toe) to start vs. Rams; may not practice beforehand
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Packers head coach Matt LaFleur told reporters Monday Rodgers is on track to be in the lineup for this coming Sunday's contest against the 7-3 Los Angeles Rams ahead of Green Bay's bye.
Giants re-sign starting pitcher Anthony DeSclafani
Giants re-sign starting pitcher Anthony DeSclafani
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The Giants have made the first of what’ll be multiple additions to the starting rotation, announcing agreement with free agent starter Anthony DeSclafani on a three-year, $36M contract.
LeBron, Pistons' Stewart both receive suspensions for altercation
LeBron, Pistons' Stewart both receive suspensions for altercation
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An altercation that left Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart bloodied and in need of stitches has resulted in suspensions for both Stewart and Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James.
England manager Gareth Southgate signs extension through 2024
England manager Gareth Southgate signs extension through 2024
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Southgate was earning £3 million per year before Monday's development, but his new deal is worth approximately £5 million annually and also includes performance clauses and bonuses following the team's successes under his guidance over the past five years.
Unvaccinated athletes won't be allowed to travel to Canada starting Jan. 15
Unvaccinated athletes won't be allowed to travel to Canada starting Jan. 15
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Professional athletes who have not yet received one of the approved COVID-19 vaccines won’t be allowed to travel to Canada beginning on January 15.
Broncos, one-time Pro Bowl WR Courtland Sutton agree to four-year, $60.8 million contract extension
Broncos, one-time Pro Bowl WR Courtland Sutton agree to four-year, $60.8 million contract extension
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The Denver Broncos won't be breaking up their talented group of young wide receivers any time soon.
Report: Packers Pro Bowl OL Elgton Jenkins suffers torn ACL vs. Vikings
Report: Packers Pro Bowl OL Elgton Jenkins suffers torn ACL vs. Vikings
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The Green Bay Packers lost their third game of the 2021 season on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings, but they also lost a whole lot more on their offensive line.
Pistons HC Dwane Casey: Isaiah Stewart shouldn't face further punishment for altercation
Pistons HC Dwane Casey: Isaiah Stewart shouldn't face further punishment for altercation
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The Lakers and Pistons are both off until Tuesday, but if the NBA is going to assess fines and/or suspensions, an announcement will likely come at some point on Monday.
Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr.’s season in jeopardy?
Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr.’s season in jeopardy?
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The Nuggets’ plan is to give Porter another week to show improvement before considering alternative treatment options, including a possible surgical procedure.
Ex-All Star closer Doug Jones dies at 64, reportedly due to COVID complications
Ex-All Star closer Doug Jones dies at 64, reportedly due to COVID complications
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Former MLB All-Star closer Doug Jones has died at the age of 64, reportedly due to complications from COVID-19.
Browns HC Kevin Stefanski 'hopeful' RB Kareem Hunt, OL Jack Conklin will play Week 12 vs. Ravens
Browns HC Kevin Stefanski 'hopeful' RB Kareem Hunt, OL Jack Conklin will play Week 12 vs. Ravens
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Cleveland is looking for some more consistency and help on offense, and there's a chance the Browns could get it this week.
Giants RB Saquon Barkley expected to play vs. Buccaneers, barring setback
Giants RB Saquon Barkley expected to play vs. Buccaneers, barring setback
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After an injury-plagued 2020 campaign that limited him to just two games, Barkley has suffered a similar fate thus far this season, playing in only five of New York's first nine games.
Aaron Rodgers says 'very, very painful' toe injury got worse vs. Vikings
Aaron Rodgers says 'very, very painful' toe injury got worse vs. Vikings
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Through 10 games in 2021, Rodgers has 21 touchdown passes and four interceptions.
Ezekiel Elliott suffers apparent ankle injury against Chiefs
Ezekiel Elliott suffers apparent ankle injury against Chiefs
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It’s hard to tell if Elliott rolled his ankle or the defender just banged into it. The latter would likely be the better scenario.
Baker Mayfield’s wife calls out Browns after QB skips media session
Baker Mayfield’s wife calls out Browns after QB skips media session
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Baker Mayfield is dealing with injuries to his knee, shoulder and foot. He had in the past said that he has never played through so much pain.
Klay Thompson receives full medical clearance for practice
Klay Thompson receives full medical clearance for practice
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Klay Thompson has been cleared to fully participate in Warriors‘ practices and is moving toward a return the week before Christmas.
Red Sox exercise option on manager Alex Cora for 2023, 2024 seasons
Red Sox exercise option on manager Alex Cora for 2023, 2024 seasons
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The former MLB infielder made his managerial debut with the Red Sox in 2018, leading them to a 108-54 record in the regular season and their fourth championship of the millennium.
Jonathan Taylor breaks Colts record with five touchdowns vs. Bills
Jonathan Taylor breaks Colts record with five touchdowns vs. Bills
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For fantasy football team owners who have Taylor on their roster, his performance was one of the best ever.
Peng Shuai's disappearance may force IOC to confront China, committee member says
Peng Shuai's disappearance may force IOC to confront China, committee member says
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Peng hasn't been seen in public since alleging a former state leader sexually assaulted her.
Bears QB Justin Fields leaves Week 11 injured, replaced by Andy Dalton
Bears QB Justin Fields leaves Week 11 injured, replaced by Andy Dalton
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The Chicago Bears were held scoreless in the first half of a Week 11 game against the Baltimore Ravens and saw bad turn to worse when rookie quarterback Justin Fields suffered an injury early in the third quarter.
Rory McIlroy ripped shirt in anger after bad final round
Rory McIlroy ripped shirt in anger after bad final round
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Rory McIlroy entered the final round of the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai on Sunday as the 54-hole leader, but he finished five shots back of winner Collin Morikawa followed a brutal collapse.
Report: Lamar Jackson extension not imminent
Report: Lamar Jackson extension not imminent
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The Ravens and QB Lamar Jackson have consistently expressed full confidence that a new contract will get done, but no deal is imminent at this point.
NPB outfielder Seiya Sukuzi to be posted tomorrow morning
NPB outfielder Seiya Sukuzi to be posted tomorrow morning
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MLB has told teams that outfielder Seiya Suzuki will be posted tomorrow morning. That will open a 30-day window for teams to negotiate with him, with the deadline being 4:00 pm CT on December 22.
Former welterweight champion Shawn Porter retires after loss to Terence Crawford
Former welterweight champion Shawn Porter retires after loss to Terence Crawford
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Former IBF and WBC welterweight champion Shawn Porter called it a career shortly after a loss to Terence Crawford late Saturday night.
Texas Longhorns hit ugly low with loss to West Virginia
Texas Longhorns hit ugly low with loss to West Virginia
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Texas really got rid of a guy who went 7-3 and won a bowl game last season only to hire Steve Sarkisian to go 4-7 and lose six in a row.
Islanders now have six players in COVID protocol
Islanders now have six players in COVID protocol
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Losing Anthony Beauvillier and Adam Pelech, in particular, is tough to swallow for the Islanders, who are 5-6-2 after their season-opening 13-game road trip.
Yankees reportedly offered Justin Verlander a one-year, $25M deal
Yankees reportedly offered Justin Verlander a one-year, $25M deal
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Verlander ultimately got $25M a year for two years with an opt-out from the Astros.
Rams had to fend off stronger offer for Odell Beckham Jr.
Rams had to fend off stronger offer for Odell Beckham Jr.
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The Seahawks actually made the strongest offer to Beckham in the early stages of his free agency.
Blue Jackets activate Max Domi from COVID protocol
Blue Jackets activate Max Domi from COVID protocol
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Some good news for Domi after a trying start to the season.
Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger expected to start vs. Chargers after clearing protocols
Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger expected to start vs. Chargers after clearing protocols
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Roethlisberger will fly across the country to join his team and expects to start a «Sunday Night Football» game against the Chargers.
Forecasting the outcome of each NFL Week 11 game
Forecasting the outcome of each NFL Week 11 game
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Last week: 8-6, pushing the season forecast to 98-52.
Are signs of hope starting to emerge for the Orioles?
Are signs of hope starting to emerge for the Orioles?
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It's been a rough stretch in Baltimore, but there may be light at the end of the tunnel.
Rangers center Mika Zibanejad removed from COVID protocol after false positive
Rangers center Mika Zibanejad removed from COVID protocol after false positive
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The New York Rangers announced before their practice Saturday that center Mika Zibanejad has been placed in COVID protocol.
Australian Open to require COVID vaccine, leaving Novak Djokovic's status in question
Australian Open to require COVID vaccine, leaving Novak Djokovic's status in question
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Novak Djokovic hasn't revealed his vaccine status, but he won't be able to compete for a 10th title in Australia unless he can prove he's vaccinated against COVID-19.
Report: Cowboys WR Amari Cooper positive for COVID-19 as unvaccinated player, out two games
Report: Cowboys WR Amari Cooper positive for COVID-19 as unvaccinated player, out two games
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Cooper must isolate away from team activities for a minimum of 10 days, which makes him ineligible to return in time to participate in the Thanksgiving Day matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Report: Buccaneers' Antonio Brown obtained alleged fake COVID-19 vaccine card from teammate
Report: Buccaneers' Antonio Brown obtained alleged fake COVID-19 vaccine card from teammate
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Faking or doctoring a COVID-19 vaccination card is a federal criminal offense and also violates the NFL's personal conduct policy.
Pelicans have gone to great lengths to get Zion Williamson healthy?
Pelicans have gone to great lengths to get Zion Williamson healthy?
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The Pelicans are hoping that their continued investment of resources into Williamson will yield more of the latter in due time.
No. 4 Ohio State routs No. 7 MSU, 56-7, in pivotal Big Ten matchup
No. 4 Ohio State routs No. 7 MSU, 56-7, in pivotal Big Ten matchup
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The win for Ohio State pushes the Buckeyes closer to a spot in the College Football Playoff with only a matchup against the No. 6 Michigan Wolverines left on the regular-season schedule.
