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2025 SI AWARDS

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Is SI’s 2025 Sportsperson of the Year
Michael Phelps Honored With Muhammad Ali Legacy Award
Napheesa Collier, Breanna Stewart Are the Innovators of the Year
Cal Raleigh Is the Breakout Star of the Year
SportsKid of the Year: Chyna Taylor

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THE MMQB


The tight end has been really dealing with the injury bug this season.
Brigid Kennedy|
Josh Allen had a powerful message for his Bills teammates after leading Buffalo to a road playoff win over the Jaguars.
Liam McKeone|
The Jaguars’ season came to a sudden end as they fell to the Bills.
Eva Geitheim|
The Jags lost, 27–24, but maybe this interaction eased the sting just a bit.
Brigid Kennedy|
Many called the Bills coach a hypocrite over his previous remarks on banning the tush push.
Kristen Wong|
Erin Andrews was all bundled up for Sunday’s playoff game, and NFL fans had plenty of jokes about her winter coat.
Karl Rasmussen|
Bills Mafia had a blast celebrating their team's win with Josh Allen.
Andy Nesbitt|
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said part of the game plan was to quiet the Philly fans early. Mission accomplished.
Tyler Lauletta|
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Michael Phelps’ Inspiring Speech After Receiving the Muhammad Ali Legacy Award
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Wins Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year
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ROAD TO THE 2026 WORLD CUP


The United States will open the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles on June 12.
Ben Steiner|
The 16 host stadiums for the 2026 World Cup being held in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Toby Cudworth|
The World Cup group stage has been structured to try and ensure that the top seeds don’t meet until the latter rounds.
Grey Whitebloom|
Young phenoms enter the camp as others look to prove themselves for the 2026 World Cup squad.
Ben Steiner|
Several players have found form as they contend for spots on Mauricio Pochettino’s 26-player roster.
Ben Steiner|
A geopolitical dispute involving the U.S. has dominated world headlines.
Barnaby Lane|

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