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The Rams defense dominated the Vikings in their wild-card victory Monday night.

The Rams Deserve More Credit for Frugally Rebuilding Their Defense

Los Angeles has replenished the holes left behind by Aaron Donald and Jalen Ramsey, and done so while saving a pretty penny. Plus, more from wild-card weekend in Albert Breer’s notes.

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Ichiro Suzuki may become the second person to be unanimously elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.

The Cases For and Against the Baseball Hall of Fame’s First-Time Candidates

Each of the 2025 ballot’s “rookies” deserve recognition, from an all-time legend who could be elected unanimously to the players who may not garner a vote.

Tom Verducci
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Ichiro Suzuki may become the second person to be unanimously elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.

The Cases For and Against the Baseball Hall of Fame’s First-Time Candidates

Each of the 2025 ballot’s “rookies” deserve recognition, from an all-time legend who could be elected unanimously to the players who may not garner a vote.

Tom Verducci
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This shot of swimmer Michael Phelps posing underwater at the University of Michigan was one of Kluetmeier’s favorites.

SI Photographer Heinz Kluetmeier’s Eye for the Iconic Made Him One of a Kind

Kluetmeier, who shot over 100 covers for Sports Illustrated, died Tuesday morning at age 82, leaving behind a catalog of renowned images that still resonate.

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Stroud was an afterthought for much of the season, but has won a playoff game for a second year in a row to start his career.

What We Learned in NFL Wild-Card Round: Quarterback Narratives Can Change Quickly

Several signal-callers will see the conversation around them headed in opposite directions. Plus, the Eagles’ sluggish passing game could cost them and the Buccaneers need defensive upgrades.

Gilberto Manzano
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Duke forward Cooper Flagg celebrates during the second half against Notre Dame.

How Duke Swung From Disappointing Start to Unbeaten Streak With No End in Sight

The Blue Devils have won 10 straight games in dominating fashion with the next most likely roadblock not until February.

Kevin Sweeney
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Dallas Cowboys owner Jones talks to the media before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at AT&T Stadium.

Several Top Cowboys' Coaching Candidates Haven't Received a Call From Jerry Jones Yet

The Dallas Cowboys and Mike McCarthy parted ways on Monday as the head coach's contract was set to expire. Now, Jerry Jones is off to the races to find his team's next signal caller.

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Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones

Jason Witten Was Viewed as 'Heir Apparent' to Mike McCarthy by Jerry Jones

Karl Rasmussen
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Jerry Jones is reportedly conducting the search for the Dallas Cowboys' next head coach by himself.

Reporter Sheds Light on Jerry Jones's 'Solo Mission' to Hire Next Cowboys Head Coach

Ryan Phillips
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Former Dallas Cowboys coach Jason Garrett looks on from the sideilnes.

Jason Garrett Offers Opinion on What Kind of Coach Would 'Thrive' With Cowboys

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Fantasy Football

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Sam Darnold could be a fantasy football bust next season.

Sam Darnold's Fantasy Football Value Could Tank in 2025

Sam Darnold is coming off the best statistical season of his career, but could be a fantasy football bust in 2025 depending on what happens this offseason.

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Lamar Jackson scored more fantasy points than any other quarterback in NFL history in 2024.

Fantasy Football Leagues Should Change Postseason Seeding Rules as NFL Also Mulls Adjustment

Michael Fabiano
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Trey McBride (left), George Kittle (center) and Brock Bowers (right) lead the 2025 fantasy TE rankings.

Fabs' Way-Too-Early Fantasy Football Tight End Rankings for 2025

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Start Em, Sit Em: Wild Card Round

Start Em, Sit Em For Fantasy Football Wild Card Round

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NBA

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Oklahoma City Thunder players mess with their sideline reporter, Nick Gallo.

OKC Thunder Reporter Keeps It Professional As Players Prank Him in Postgame Interview

The Thunder love their sideline reporter, Nick Gallo.

Blake Silverman
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Jimmy Butler is averaging 17.6 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.7 assists for the Miami Heat during the 2024-25 season.

NBA Insider Suggests Pat Riley Avoided Requested Jimmy Butler Meeting for Half a Year

Ryan Phillips
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Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler has spoken again with Pat Riley about his request to be traded.

Jimmy Butler Spoke to Pat Riley a Second Time About Desire for Heat Trade

Mike McDaniel
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Steve Kerr is searching for answers as the Warriors continue to slide.

Steve Kerr Warns Warriors About 'Irresponsible' Moves Ahead of NBA Trade Deadline

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MLB

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Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Brian Matusz throws a pitch during the sixth inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field in 2016.

Former Orioles Pitcher Brian Matusz Died of Suspected Overdose, Police Say

Former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz died of a suspected drug overdose, according to the Phoenix Police Department.

Tim Capurso
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Former Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander

Justin Verlander Extended Classy Gesture to Giants Great Before Picking Jersey Number

Karl Rasmussen
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Japan starting pitcher Roki Sasaki

Roki Sasaki Decision Coming This Week, Four Teams Already Out

Eva Geitheim
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Alyssa Crosby, a contestant on The Voice, entertains fans before a Binghamton Rumble Ponies game

Mets Minor League Team Adopting New Team Name Based on Obscure Donkey Law

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College Football

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Former Texas Longhorns wide receiver Johntay Cook II

Washington Transfer WR Johntay Cook to Leave Program After Less Than a Month

Johntay Cook II, who transferred from Texas to Washington, is leaving the Huskies football program less than a month after committing to the school.

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Matthew Sluka runs during UNLV's 23–20 win over Kansas on Sept. 13, 2024.

UNLV Quarterback Who Left Team Amid NIL Dispute Makes Transfer Portal Decision

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LSU head coach Brian Kelly stands on the sidelines during a game.

Brian Kelly Shares Rooting Interest for CFP Title Game

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Tim Tebow, Wife Demi-Leigh Announce They Are Expecting First Child in Heartfelt Video

Tom Dierberger
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Golf

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Tiger Woods is playing Tuesday night in a TGL match.

Live Updates: Tiger Woods Makes His TGL Debut

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Woods and JLGC lost its debut match

Tiger Woods, TGL Players Couldn't Stop Laughing at Kevin Kisner Gaffe

Josh Wilson
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Woods made his TGL debut Tuesday.

Golf Fans Absolutely Loved Tiger Woods's Walkout Intro, Song Choice for Debut TGL Match

Josh Wilson
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Butch Harmon was critical of Jay Monahan's handling of LIV Golf.

Butch Harmon Takes Shot at PGA Tour Commissioner Over LIV Golf Situation

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Soccer

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Liverpool dropped points once again to Nottingham Forest this Premier League season.

Nottingham Forest 1-1 Liverpool: Player Ratings as Reds Drop Points in Consecutive Games

Max Mallow
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Manchester City only left Gtech Community Stadium with one point.

Brentford 2–2 Manchester City: Player Ratings From City's Stoppage Time Collapse

Amanda Langell
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David Brooks (left) and Bournemouth drew with Marc Cucurella (3) and Chelsea in midweek Premier League action.

Chelsea 2-2 Bournemouth: Player Ratings as Blues Rescue Point in Stoppage Time

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Christian Pulisic went down with a new injury while representing AC Milan.

Christian Pulisic Suffers Injury in First Half of AC Milan vs. Como

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Jan 12, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden.

Zion Williamson Makes Honest Statement After Pelicans-Bulls

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Jan 12, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) brings the ball up court against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Jamal Murray Spoils Kyrie Irving's Return, Nuggets Destroy Mavericks, 118-99

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Nov 19, 2022; Berkeley, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal wide receiver Elijah Higgins (6) celebrates with head coach David Shaw after scoring a touchdown against the California Golden Bears during the third quarter at FTX Field at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Chicago Bears Interview Former Stanford Head Coach

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WNBA

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Former WNBA player and olympic athlete Leslie speaks during a DEI Summit ahead of the 2024 NWSL Championship match at Union Station.

Unrivaled Announcers: Full List of TNT Broadcasters for New Women's League

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Wells Fargo Center has been open since 1996

Sixers Announce Plans for New Arena, WNBA Bid Day After Center City Arena Plans Nixed

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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) warms up before game one of the first round of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs at Mohegan Sun Arena.

Man Arrested for Stalking Caitlin Clark in Indianapolis

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JULY 09: Cameron Brink #22 of the Los Angeles Sparks looks on from the bench during the second half of the game against the Minnesota Lynx at Crypto.com Arena on July 09, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Sparks' Cameron Brink Has Positive Two-Word Update About Recovery From ACL Injury

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