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Stafford led the Rams to a 27–9 win over the the Vikings.

10 Things to Watch Ahead of the NFL Divisional Round

With the wild-card weekend in the books, it’s time to look ahead to the next stage of the playoffs.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Stroud and the Texans used a dominant second half to deliver a 32–12 wild-card win over the Chargers.

NFL Wild-Card Round Winners and Losers: C.J. Stroud, Texans Silence the Doubters

Houston was the most overlooked division champ heading into wild-card weekend, but Stroud and a dominant defense torched the Chargers for a statement upset. Plus, fans can get their popcorn ready for Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen.

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The Rams led 24–3 at halftime and were never truly threatened by the Vikings.

Wild-Card Rapid Reaction: Rams Overcome Devastating Week, Roll Over Vikings

Los Angeles overcame an abrupt upheaval after their home playoff game was moved to Arizona due to wildfires, ending Minnesota’s season in a rout to move on to face Philadelphia.

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Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell during the second half against the Los Angeles Rams in an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium on January, 13, 2025.

Vikings' Kevin O'Connell Seemed to Speak About Sam Darnold With Air of Finality

Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell seemed to speak about quarterback Sam Darnold with an air of finality after the team's wild-card round loss vs. the Rams.

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Colorado head coach Deion Sanders has spoken with Jerry and Stephen Jones about the franchise's new coaching vacancy.

Mike Greenberg Tears into Jerry Jones, Cowboys Over Deion Sanders

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Jason Kelce's heart wasn't in this one.

Jason Kelce Seemed to Want Nothing To Do With Betting Prediction Before Vikings-Rams

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Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford

Matthew Stafford Explains Unusual Shovel Pass That Prevented Sack vs. Vikings

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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

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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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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after making a three-point shot against the Philadelphia 76ers during the third quarter at Chase Center.

NBA Coach Says He’ll Gleefully Get 'Drunk' on the Night Steph Curry Retires

Most will rue the day when Curry decides to call it quits—most, not all.

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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker is a great prop target on Tuesday night.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Devin Booker, Paul George on Tuesday)

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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry

Raptors Bizarrely Made Young Fan Remove Steph Curry Jersey, Announcers Were Furious

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One fan avoids Jordan Poole’s pass. Another isn’t so lucky.

Jordan Poole Threw a Pass That Hit an Unsuspecting Fan in the Head

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Former Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander

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

Justin Verlander received a blessing from Brandon Crawford to wear the No. 35 jersey in San Francisco.

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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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Fans meet Mets player Jose Iglesias and watch him perform his hit song, OMG, at Playland in Rye.

Nick Castellanos Makes Strangely Compelling Argument for Jose Iglesias as NL MVP

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Paul Goldschmidt (46) is doused with water by center fielder Michael Siani

Paul Goldschmidt Sends Classy Final Message to Cardinals Fans

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College Football

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Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Drew Allar hands the ball off to running back Kaytron Allen.

Penn State Offense Gets Major Boost With Three Key Weapons Set to Return in 2025

A huge boost for Penn State's offense in 2025.

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Northern Illinois cornerback Jacob Finley brings down Notre Dame wide receiver Kris Mitchell during their game on Sept. 7.

Notre Dame's Ascent After Historic NIU Loss Ushers in New CFP Era

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Ohio State quarterback Will Howard and defensive end Jack Sawyer hold up a banner after earning a spot in the College Football Playoff national championship game.

CFP Title Game Features Resurgence of Northern and Midwestern College Football

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Bill Belichick

ACC Commissioner Reportedly 'Nervous' About Bill Belichick's NFL Flight Risk

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Golf

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Cam Smith and Jon Rahm’s LIV Golf Teams Appear to Have New Sponsor

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Jon Rahm offered some pointed comments about the OWGR while in Dubai for a DP World Tour event.

LIV Golf's Jon Rahm Blasts ‘Unfair’ Official World Ranking System

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Xander Schauffele finished T30 in his 2025 debut at the Sentry.

Xander Schauffele Withdraws From the American Express, Joining Scottie Scheffler

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Nick Dunlap won the 2025 edition of the American Express as an amateur.

2025 American Express Betting Preview: Picks, Predictions and Odds for PGA West

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Arne Slot looks to avenge the first loss he suffered as Liverpool manager.

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs. Nottingham Forest: Premier League

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Manchester City travel to Gtech Community Stadium to take on Brentford.

Manchester City Predicted Lineup vs. Brentford: Premier League

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Cole Palmer should start once again in the Premier League.

Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs. Bournemouth: Premier League

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Callum Hudson-Odoi's (right) strike sealed Nottingham Forest's first win at Anfield in 55 years.

Nottingham Forest vs. Liverpool Prediction, Odds, and Best Bets for Premier League Week 21

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Sep 9, 2023; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Gabe Harris (29) reacts after making a tackle against the Ball State Cardinals during the second half at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Georgia Football Players to Buy Stock in for 2025 College Football Season

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WNBA

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

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Coco Gauff reacts to winning a match at the 2024 U.S. Open.

Coco Gauff Shares Funny Reason Why She Joined Unrivaled As Investor

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