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Bill Belichick and North Carolina created a ripple this week with news the Super Bowl–winning coach was interested in the college ranks.

College Football Coaching Carousel Primer: Names Beyond Bill Belichick to Watch

Four power-conference programs have current openings and are expected to make hires soon after championship weekend concludes.

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Aubrey watches his 65-yard field goal against the Ravens sail through the uprights. He made a 60-yarder against the Giants the following week.

Why We’re Close to the First 70-Yard Field Goal in NFL History

Kickers have adjusted, improved and evolved despite rule changes continuing to make their jobs harder. But most of all, they have become longer with accuracy, the critical delineation.

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Aubrey watches his 65-yard field goal against the Ravens sail through the uprights. He made a 60-yarder against the Giants the following week.

Why We’re Close to the First 70-Yard Field Goal in NFL History

Kickers have adjusted, improved and evolved despite rule changes continuing to make their jobs harder. But most of all, they have become longer with accuracy, the critical delineation.

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Belichick interviewed for the North Carolina job and is looking to return to the coaching in the NFL or college.

Theories on Why Bill Belichick Interviewed for the North Carolina Job

What we know for sure is that the Tar Heels and Belichick spoke about the third-winningest coach in NFL history, and that’s incredibly intriguing.

Conor Orr
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Flagg is the top NBA draft prospect a month into the college basketball season.

NBA Draft Big Board: Three Blue Devils in Top 10, Rutgers’ Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey Near Top

A month into the college basketball season, the freshman class has outproduced its high expectations.

Kevin Sweeney
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup draw in Miami.

Opportunity Knocks for Clubs Not Competing in 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Arsenal, Liverpool and Man United won’t be at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, but have an opportunity to gain a big advantage for 2025-26.

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NFL

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Belichick has now met with North Carolina twice regarding their vacant head coaching job.

Bill Belichick, North Carolina Met for Second Time Over Tar Heels Coaching Job

The former Patriots coach reportedly interviewed with the Tar Heels again.

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Hill tore his ACL last Sunday against the Rams.

Saints Officially Place TE Taysom Hill on Injured Reserve After Tearing ACL

Mike Kadlick
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Dallas Cowboys place kicker Brandon Aubrey attempts a field goal against the Houston Texans.

Cowboys Kicker Brandon Aubrey Claims He Could Beat NFL's Longest FG Record

Tyler Lauletta
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Watson is ruled out for the remainder of the 2024 season with a ruptured Achilles.

NFL Closes Case on Deshaun Watson's Latest Personal Conduct Investigation

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Fantasy Football

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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) celebrates a touchdown against Detroit Lions during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.

Josh Jacobs Leading Fantasy Football Managers To Postseason Berth

If Josh Jacobs is on your fantasy football roster, there’s a good chance you’re heading for the playoffs next week. The veteran running back scored three touchd

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Rico Dowdle (left) and Will Levis (right) are interesting fantasy sleepers in Week 14.

Fabs Five: Will Levis, Rico Dowdle Highlight Week 14 Fantasy Football Sleeper Picks

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Drake London (left), Jalen Hurts (center) and Chase Brown (right) are all among the top-ranked players in fantasy this week.

Week 14 Fantasy Football Rankings For Every Position In PPR Leagues

Michael Fabiano
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Sam Darnold (left) is a start this week while Aaron Rodgers (right) is a sit.

Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Quarterbacks for Fantasy Football Week 14

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NBA

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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) celebrates with forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) after a basket during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena.

Steph Curry Fired Up Over Jonathan Kuminga's Career Game in Win Over Rockets

Curry watched from the bench as Kuminga led the way with a career-high 33 points.

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Ja Morant points at an official after a call he didn’t like.

Irate Ja Morant Thrown Out of Game After Animated Reaction to Foul Call vs. Kings

Stephen Douglas
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A girl sings the National Anthem at MSG on Dec. 5, 2024.

Anthem Singer Charms Karl Anthony-Towns, Knicks Fans After Rude Crowd Interruption

Brigid Kennedy
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Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball brings the ball up court.

Lonzo Ball Says Big Baller Brand Kicks He Wore in Games 'Were Like Kickball Shoes'

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MLB

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Nick Castellanos reacts in the eighth inning against the New York Mets.

MLB Insider Confirms at Least Two Phillies Are Possible Trade Candidates

The Philadelphia Phillies lineup might look a bit different in 2025. After three straight seasons of downward results in the playoffs, the Phillies are reported

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Boston Red Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks is not a fan of the proposed golden at-bat rule that's floating around.

Veteran Pitcher Liam Hendriks Gives Blunt Reaction to 'Golden at-Bat' Idea

Mike McDaniel
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Buehler clinched the Dodgers’ first World Series title in a full season since 1988.

Best 2024 Moments: Walker Buehler Craved the Lasting Image of World Series Glory

Stephanie Apstein
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Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the World Series.

Dodgers Announce First Baseman Freddie Freeman Underwent Offseason Surgery

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College Football

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Nick Saban speaks to Pat McAfee on 'The Pat McAfee Show' at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta ahead of the 2024 SEC championship game.

Nick Saban Masterfully Explains Why SEC Football Is Different

Saban explained the passion behind football in the Southeast and why he believes SEC championship is often tougher than the national title.

Dan Lyons
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Peruna during SMU's 31–30 win over Navy on Sept. 22, 2018.

SMU Mascot Peruna Roasts Bevo for Being Too Large to Attend SEC Title Game

Patrick Andres
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Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy is in a contract standoff with the Cowboys following a disappointing 2024 season.

Mike Gundy in Contract Standoff With Oklahoma State

Mike McDaniel
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Colin Cowherd cannot imagine Bill Belichick actually coaching North Carolina.

Colin Cowherd Throws Buckets of Water on Bill Belichick-to-UNC Idea

Kyle Koster
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Golf

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2024 Best Holiday Golf Gifts for Her

Janice Ferguson
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Scheffler is atop the world rankings as he competes this week in the Bahamas.

2024 Hero World Challenge Final Payouts, Prize Money From Tiger Woods's Event in Bahamas

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Scottie Scheffler lines up a putt on the second green during the first round of the Hero World Challenge.

Scottie Scheffler Experiments With Different Putting Grip at Hero World Challenge

Bob Harig
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Nick Dunlap, pictured at the BMW Championship in August, is playing this week at the 20-player Hero World Challenge.

Nick Dunlap's Whirlwind Year Begins at Alabama and Ends in Paradise

Bob Harig
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Soccer

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Jeremy Doku (left) and Bernardo Silva (right) should feature again for Manchester City.

Manchester City Predicted Lineup vs. Crystal Palace: Premier League

Max Mallow
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Barcelona's deadly front three of Raphinha (left) Lamine Yamal (middle) and Robert Lewandowski (right) could start together for the first time in over a month.

Barcelona Predicted Lineup vs. Real Betis: La Liga

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Liverpool is coming off only its second draw under Arne Slot.

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs. Everton: Premier League

Amanda Langell
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Marco Reus and LA Galaxy are gearing up for the MLS Cup final.

Perennial Runner-Up Marco Reus Is on the Cusp of MLS Glory

Amanda Langell
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Nov 4, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) looks on against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

NBA Star Brandon Ingram's Reported Contract Desire Amid Trade Talk

Terry Kimble
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NC State football head coach Dave Doeren

Dave Doeren Hypes Next NC State Football Building Block Center

Matt Giles
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Nov 30, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian checks on injured offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr. (78) during the Lone Star Showdown against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Sara Diggins/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Kelvin Banks Remains Questionable on Friday SEC Championship Injury Report

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WNBA

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Kate Martin and college teammate Caitlin Clark share a laugh before a game between the Fever and Aces.

Caitlin Clark, A'ja Wilson React to Valkyries Taking Kate Martin in WNBA Expansion Draft

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Michelle Wie West was among the Bay Area natives to announce the Valkyries' selections in the expansion draft.

WNBA Fans Had Jokes About Valkyries Not Selecting Storm Player in Expansion Draft

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The Valkyries selected their inaugural roster on Friday night.

Projected Golden State Valkyries Starting Lineup, Depth Chart After WNBA Expansion Draft

Mike Kadlick
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LSU guard Flau'jae Johnson speaks to media at the NCAA tournament.

LSU's Flau'jae Johnson Becomes Second College Player to Ink NIL Deal With Unrivaled

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