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Steve Smith '89 percent sure' his final game will be Sunday

The Ravens wide receiver seems ready to call it a career — for real this time.

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Steelers players defend Mike Tomlin after Terry Bradshaw's criticism

Tomlin holds a record of 102-57 in his 10-year tenure in Pittsburgh and has never posted a losing record.

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Sullivan signs 3-year extension

Sullivan replaced former coach Mike Johnston in Dec. 2015 and led the team to a 33-16-5 record and the team's fourth Stanley Cup.

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Cavaliers troll Warriors before Christmas Day showdown

Cleveland trolled Golden State with a blown-up photo of the key defensive play made by LeBron James in the 2016 NBA Finals.

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Jared Goff on Rams' loss: 'I need to be better for us to win'

The Rams quarterback was critical of his performance in Saturday's loss to the 49ers but promised Los Angeles fans that change is coming.

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Warriors' Draymond Green welcomes first son before Christmas

The Golden State star announced the birth of his son, Draymond Jamal Green, on his Instagram account Thursday.

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Brutal hit can't keep Vontaze Burfict out of Bengals-Steelers game

The Bengals linebacker endured a massive blow when Steelers guard David DeCastro delivered a helmet-to-helmet hit.

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Rubber turf pellets take over field at Steelers-Bills game

The grounds crew plowed the snow from the artificial turf using mounds of rubber pellets.

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Melvin Gordon's hip injury yet another blow to Chargers

Melvin Gordon's hopes of hitting 1,000 yards this season could be cut short.

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Cowboys leave Lucky Whitehead in Dallas after another missed meeting

Lucky Whitehead apparently has a meeting attendance problem.

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Yankees to retire Derek Jeter's No. 2 in May

The team will retire the former captain's jersey and unveil his plaque in Monument Park on May 14 against the Astros.

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Ben Roethlisberger: 'We can't have' Antonio Brown’s celebration penalties

The veteran quarterback on Tuesday discussed the frequency of the wide receiver's flags and what the team is doing to manage it.

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Bears could keep Jay Cutler in 2017

The veteran quarterback is dealing with a partially torn labrum and painful tendonitis in his throwing shoulder.

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Raiders' Aldon Smith could have reinstatement request decided this week

The suspended linebacker applied for reinstatement from his one-year suspension on Oct. 3 and is expected to have an answer this week.

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Indiana QB Zander Diamont to quit football after season: 'I need my brain'

The Hoosiers backup quarterback claimed he suffered "a lot" of concussions throughout his playing career.

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Falcons’ Desmond Trufant out for season with torn pectoral

The star cornerback suffered the injury in a Week 9 win over the Buccaneers and is expected to undergo season-ending surgery.

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LeBron James blown away by 'LeBron: The Musical' video

The viral video released this week took the title song from "Hamilton: The Musical" and chronicled James' 13-year NBA career.

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Michael Irvin wants Cowboys to lose to Redskins

The Hall of Fame wide receiver thinks his former teams needs a loss to "re-identify, refocus."

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Brent Burns' new Sharks contract puts him among NHL's highest-paid

With an average annual value of $8 million, the deal will make Burns the second highest paid defenseman in the league.

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Patriots won't let anybody steal Martellus Bennett the way they did

New England wants to lock up its tight end with a contract extension.

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Chiefs' long snapper to play in honor of father, who was killed in OKC shooting

James Winchester missed all three practices this week to mourn his father's death.

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Luke Kuechly's injury is exactly what the Panthers feared

Luke Kuechly did indeed suffer a concussion Thursday night — they type of injury Carolina can't seem to avoid.

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Cowboys' Rolando McClain can't stop getting suspended

The troubled linebacker has been suspended yet again, meaning he won't see the field until at least November of 2017.

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Spurs to retire Tim Duncan's No. 21 jersey

The future Hall of Famer will become the eighth Spurs player in franchise history to have his number raised.

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Washington LB Azeem Victor out for season with broken leg

Despite the temporary setback, the junior linebacker plans to return next year for his senior season with the Huskies.

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Bickell opens up about MS

The Hurricanes forward discussed his illness and the possibility of going "down a different road" for the first time since it was disclosed.

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Seidenberg suffered broken jaw

The 35-year-old defenseman has registered four goals, four assists and a plus-10 rating in 15 games this season.

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Winless Browns experiencing more tension, which is 'the way they want it'

Stop us if you've heard this one before: There's chaos brewing in Cleveland.

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DeSean Jackson's injury 'not good,' will keep Redskins WR out longer than expected

DeSean Jackson suffered a shoulder injury two weeks ago, and the Redskins don't know when he'll be back.

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NFL still focused on Ezekiel Elliott, league's 'public enemy No. 1'

Given its history of mistakes in past domestic violence investigations, the NFL wants to be as detailed and thorough as possible.

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Tom Brady banned from talking politics by wife Gisele

The Patriots quarterback on Wednesday claimed his supermodel wife wants him to keep his political opinion private and focus on football.

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Packers, desperate for RB help, resorting to division rivals' scraps

Green Bay is expected to sign Joique Bell on Monday.

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Tony Romo at this point can't even be Cowboys' backup

Tony Romo remains in the beginning stages of his comeback, according to a report.

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Norv Turner clarifies why he left Vikings

Although Turner's decision caught Minnesota by surprise, a unidentified source was adamant that he was not forced out by the organization.

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Chiefs place Jamaal Charles on injured reserve, per report

The Chiefs running back will reportedly require a second surgery on his injured knee.

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Chiefs' Alex Smith ruled out of Colts game after taking hit to head — twice

The Kansas City quarterback needs to work on those slides.

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Josh Gordon's release from rehab won't affect Browns

The controversial wide receiver remains on the reserve/suspended by Commissioner list after finishing a 30-day intensive program.

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Seahawks might need to get used to playing without Michael Bennett

Michael Bennett will have surgery on his knee this week.

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Cubs fans need deep pockets to afford World Series tickets at Wrigley

The average ticket price for Game 3 is $3,000, with prices rising for Games 4 and 5.

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Browns preparing to start QB Josh McCown against Jets

The veteran quarterback suffered a broken left collarbone in a Week 2 loss to the Ravens but resumed throwing two weeks ago.

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Steelers' DeAngelo Williams trolls Patriots before Sunday's kickoff

The veteran running back posted a video on his Twitter account of himself tackling a fan in a Tom Brady t-shirt.

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Jets' Geno Smith suffers knee injury against Ravens, has worst luck ever

Geno Smith's attempt to secure his role as starting QB didn't last long.

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Harambe's spirit lives on thanks to Jerick McKinnon's cleats

The Vikings running back wore "RIP Harambe" cleats during pregame warm-ups Sunday.

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Saints' Nick Fairley to play Sunday despite mother's sudden death

The Saints defensive tackle wants to play because he thinks his mother, Paula Rodgers, would have wanted him to.

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Steelers say Ndamukong Suh kicked Ben Roethlisberger's leg, and they are outraged

The Steelers filed a complaint with the NFL on Thursday asking the league to review the play.

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Ben Roethlisberger to miss more time, mainly bummed about missing Brady matchup

The veteran quarterback is expected to miss more time after undergoing knee surgery on Monday due to an injury he suffered last season.

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Saints surprise young fan with 'hype man' contract, trip to Kansas City

Jarrius Robertson, a 14-year-old Saints superfan, was officially made an "honorary member" of the team.

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Steelers optimistic, think Ben Roethlisberger's return will come sooner than later

Ben Roethlisberger is recovering from knee surgery to "clean up" a torn meniscus.

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Diamondbacks hire Red Sox general manager Mike Hazen

News of the hiring comes just two weeks after Arizona fired Dave Stewart.

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Tom Brady's homecoming attracts 'A-list' attendees

The Patriots quarterback returned to Gillette Stadium on Sunday, and team owner Robert Kraft expected a star-studded turnout.

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Colin Kaepernick protected in new deal by hefty insurance policy, report says

The controversial quarterback took out a $7.5 million loss-of-value insurance policy prior to renegotiating his contract with the 49ers.

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Falcons' Tevin Coleman uneasy about visit to Denver: 'I'm risking my life'

Tevin Coleman carries the sickle cell trait and is concerned about how his health could affect his playing status Sunday.

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Dez Bryant's injury downgraded, but Cowboys star to miss time

The Cowboys wide receiver, who was initially diagnosed with a hairline knee fracture on Wednesday, is expected to miss one to two weeks.

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Tony Romo to ramp up workouts with eye on Week 8 return

The veteran quarterback is expected to increase conditioning and throwing with the hope of returning after Dallas' bye week.

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Josh Gordon reportedly violated NFL substance abuse policy before rehab stint

The Browns WR reportedly committed a "slip-up" that ultimately triggered his decision to seek treatment.

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Jacoby Brissett to start at QB for Pats; Julian Edelman the backup

With Jimmy Garappolo reportedly listed as inactive, Brissett will get the start under center with WR Julian Edelman has his backup.

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Watkins could need second surgery

According to ESPN, the veteran wide receiver will likely need to undergo another procedure, which would effectively end his season.

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Seahawks' Russell Wilson diagnosed with sprained MCL

The Seahawks quarterback awkwardly bent his knee when 49ers linebacker Eli Harold landed on his left leg during a sack in Sunday's game.

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Is Trevor Siemian legit? Broncos QB deals against Bengals

The new Broncos quarterback has led his team to a perfect start, finishing Sunday with four touchdowns against the Bengals.

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José Fernández shared baby news just days before his death

Fernández posted a picture of his girlfriend, Carla Mendoza, on Instagram, announcing the couple was expecting their first child.

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Matthews, Burnett out vs. Lions

Green Bay's defense was further depleted as the team also downgraded defensive tackle Letroy Guion and linebacker Datone Jones to doubtful.

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Browns' Josh Gordon hit with arrest warrant over paternity case

The controversial wide receiver was reportedly ordered to provide a DNA sample in the case by Sept. 25 but failed to respond.

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Kurt Busch's ex-girlfriend indicted, allegedly stole from military foundation

Patricia Driscoll is facing seven charges stemming from allegations that she took money from the military foundation she once ran.

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Browns to start rookie QB Cody Kessler in place of injured Josh McCown

As of Sunday, Cleveland will have started five different quarterbacks in five games dating back to last season.

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Steelers outduel Bengals in rainy rivalry renewal

DeAngelo Williams proved to be the real hero for Pittsburgh after Antonio Brown and the Steelers passing game posted unusually low numbers.

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Seahawks QB Russell Wilson will play Sunday vs. Rams, despite ankle sprain

The Seahawks quarterback has yet to miss a start for Seattle since being drafted in 2012.

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Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski to sit second straight week against Dolphins

The Patriots tight end still isn't at full strength after suffering a hamstring injury on Aug. 15.

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NFL fines Antonio Brown for twerking celebration, blue cleats

The Steelers' standout wide receiver, who was flagged 15 yards on the celebration, said the amounts were "nothing to a boss."

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Panthers coach Ron Rivera confirms Cam Newton will play vs. 49ers

The Panthers quarterback has shown no concussion symptoms after taking several helmet-to-helmet hits in last Thursday's season opener.

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Browns place Robert Griffin III on injured reserve with shoulder injury

The Browns quarterback sustained a left shoulder injury in Sunday's 29-10 season-opening loss to the Eagles.

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Swim Shady: Michael Phelps puts on 'Phelps face' while lip syncing Eminem

The angry "Phelps face" got the best of U.S. Olympic gymnasts Simone Biles and Aly Raisman in a lip-synching competition.

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WATCH: Dodgers' Yasiel Puig saves Rich Hill's perfect game bid with diving catch

Puig was making just his second career start in left field after last playing that position in June 2013.

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NFL will review Panthers medical team's response to Cam Newton hits

The league clarified Sunday it will review all relevant aspects of what happened during Thursday's season opener in Denver.

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Seahawks will stand, interlock arms for national anthem

As promised by wideout Doug Baldwin, the team will engage in a "demonstration of unity" prior to their season opener against the Dolphins.

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Colin Kaepernick's jersey sales skyrocket since protest

The quarterback's jersey surged from No. 20 to No. 1 among San Francisco players in a matter of weeks.

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Tigers' Ian Kinsler bloodies finger, rubs some dirt on it

The Tigers second baseman took the classic phrase quite literally after making a game-saving stop in Sunday's win over the Royals.

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Holiday to undergo brain surgery

Jrue Holiday's wife, Lauren, a former member of the U.S. women's soccer team, will undergo brain surgery after giving birth this fall and Jrue will miss part of the season to be with her.

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Ravens to sign kick returner Devin Hester to one-year deal

The Pro Bowl kick returner and wide receiver missed all but five games last season with turf toe.

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Broncos GM John Elway weighs in on Aqib Talib trade rumors

Undisclosed sources told ESPN the Broncos are making the veteran cornerback available to trade for the right price.

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Vikings name Shaun Hill Week 1 starter, for now

Sam Bradford, acquired from the Eagles on Saturday, will have just four practices under his belt but will be ready to fill in as needed.

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Spurs send Redskins QB Kirk Cousins jersey after shout out

To show their appreciation, the NBA team sent the NFL quarterback a white No. 8 jersey with his name stitched on the back.

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Autistic boy's lunch with Travis Rudolph like 'sitting on a rainbow'

During a Thursday TV appearance, Bo's mother had the opportunity to meet the wideout for the first time and thank him for his generosity.

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Mike Tyson accused of stealing ice cream bar at U.S. Open

The former heavyweight boxing champion reportedly lifted a freezer lid, took out a $5.50 bar and walked off.

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Steelers claim Mettenberger

Mettenberger was placed on waivers by the Chargers this week after making just one preseason appearance.

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Steelers TE Ladarius Green out through at least Week 6

The talented tight end, presumed to be rehabilitating his surgically repaired ankle, was placed on the PUP list Tuesday.

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Giants' Victor Cruz says Saturday's catch against Jets 'felt like old times'

The veteran receiver was thrilled to make his first catch since tearing his patellar tendon early in the 2014 season.

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Anquan Boldin says Colin Kaepernick deserves respect

The Lions' veteran wide receiver defended his former teammate, saying Kaepernick has the right to express how he feels.

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Rio Olympics 2016: Caleb Paine secures first U.S. sailing medal since 2008

Paine finished first in Tuesday's medal race to take bronze on the last day of competition.

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Steelers' James Harrison prepared to sit out over Al Jazeera PED report

The veteran linebacker will follow the advice of the attorneys at the NFLPA, but is willing to stay strong as steel if it's the right move.

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Rio Olympics 2016: U.S. women sweep Japan in volleyball quarterfinal

The U.S. will face either Russia or Serbia when they make their third straight appearance in the semifinal.

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Saints rookie Sheldon Rankins out 6 weeks with broken fibula

The first-round defensive tackle is scheduled to undergo surgery to repair his broken fibula.

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Rio Olympics 2016: Jordan Wilimovsky finishes fifth in 10k open water swim

Wilimovsky’s journey at the Rio Olympics came to a close Tuesday morning without a podium appearance.

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Baltimore tourist captures Cam Newton's kind gesture toward homeless man

Candace and Danmon Gregory watched Newton give a homeless man a large bag of food from Sullivan's Steakhouse to a homeless man.

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Phelps disses Steelers fan

As a Baltimore native, Phelps isn't afraid to voice his distaste for Pittsburgh.

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Saints lose rookie Sheldon Rankins to broken leg

The first-round defensive tackle went down during goal-line drills Monday.

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Panthers assistant Bruce DeHaven leaves team to resume cancer fight

DeHaven was diagnosed with prostate cancer in the spring of 2015.

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Rio Olympics 2016: U.S. women's basketball team stays perfect in pool play

The U.S. women's basketball team topped China 105-62 on Sunday.

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Rams break preseason attendance record against Cowboys

The Rams were warmly welcomed back to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday by a record 89,140 fans.

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Pro golfer Smylie Kaufman inks endorsement deal with Natural Light beer

Kaufman tweeted the news Thursday, accompanied by a photo of him sitting on a chair of beer cases with a cold one in his hand.

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Titans auction off preseason play-call duties, raise $20k for charity

You could've called San Diego's first offensive preseason play ... for about $10,000.

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Giants manager Bruce Bochy had irregular heartbeat, prompting hospital visit

Bochy was kept under observation as a precaution after his medication was changed.

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Sidney Crosby surprises Nova Scotia family with home visit

One family in Nova Scotia got the surprise of a lifetime when Sidney Crosby showed up at the front door.

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49ers lose CFL star Eric Rogers for season with torn ACL

The wide receiver suffered the injury in a non-contact drill while working on kickoff coverage.

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Steelers get DeAngelo Williams good with 'birthday' prank

The veteran running back celebrated his 33rd birthday in April during the offseason, and now his teammates are making up for lost time.

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Steelers' 'Color Rush' uniforms won't include much color

Pittsburgh will debut it's black-on-black ensemble against Baltimore on Christmas Day.

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NASCAR results at Pocono: Rookie Chris Buescher declared winner of fog-shortened race

Chris Buescher's surprising win was as unexpected as the heavy fog that obscured visibility of the three-turn, 2.5-mile track.

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Vikings' Adrian Peterson dealing with minor hamstring injury

Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said the team is 'just being careful' by easing Peterson's workload throughout his rehabilitation.

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Ryan Fitzpatrick told by Jets fans to 'stop being so greedy'

The veteran quarterback received input about his contract negotiation from a number of fans from New Jersey to Nevada.

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Tom Brady can't even talk about football with teammates while suspended

The Patriots quarterback won't rule out the idea of working with some of recently retired former teammates to stay on his game.

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Johnny Manziel punched man at friend's Hawaiian wedding, report says

Things allegedly got heated between Manziel and a guest during a friend's rehearsal dinner at the Four Seasons Resort on the Big Island last Friday.

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Johnny Manziel loves you, 'even though your comments suck'

The controversial quarterback promised to make things right and vowed to eventually return to the football field.

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Sidney Crosby hoists Stanley Cup at hometown parade: 'It's a special feeling'

The Penguins captain proudly paraded the Stanley Cup and Conn Smythe Trophy through Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia, on Saturday.

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Pat Riley says Heat weighing options for Chris Bosh with future still uncertain

Given he's medically cleared to play, the team could limit Bosh's workload and restrict his travel for away games to keep him healthy.

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Pelicans guard Tyreke Evans won't be ready to start season

The Pelicans shooting guard underwent surgery on his right knee this year for the third time in the span of nine months.

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Lamar Odom removed from flight after appearing drunk, vomiting

It had been suggested in June that Odom could be using drugs again, as friends reportedly saw paraphernalia scattered all over his house.

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Durham Bulls invite fans to play Pokémon Go on field

With the purchase of a $5 ticket, gamers will have access to the stadium to search for and capture their favorite Pokémon characters.

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Cris Cyborg refuses to fight new UFC champion Amanda Nunes

The Invicta FC champion has no intention of meeting her fellow countrywoman in the octagon.

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Derek Jeter marries longtime girlfriend Hannah Davis

The Yankees legend and Sports Illustrated swimsuit model have been together since 2012.

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Spurs' Manu Ginobili not ready to give up basketball

The veteran guard on Sunday announced his decision to play another season.

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Williams fined $10K

The sanction stems from Williams' second-round victory over Christina McHale at Centre Court on Friday.

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Arena Football League wants Johnny Manziel, even if no one else does

AFL commissioner Scott Butera would be taking a monumental risk on Manziel, who is viewed as "radioactive" by NFL teams.

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Titans great Steve McNair inducted into Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame

The late Titans quarterback was honored by his son, Tyler, at Saturday's ceremony with a touching tribute just before Father's Day.

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Cavs fans sporting 'Bye Ayesha' shirt to commemorate recent rant

Ayesha Curry deleted her tweet from Thursday night's rant, but not before screenshots immortalized the tirade.

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Ben Roethlisberger wants Steelers to go for 2 after every TD

The Steelers led the NFL in two-point conversion attempts (11) and scores (eight) to boast a 72.7 percent success rate last season.

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Fans pay respect to Gordie Howe at Joe Louis Arena

Hockey fans are streaming into Detroit's Joe Louis Arena to pay their respects to the Hall of Famer and Red Wings legend.

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Chiefs' Jamaal Charles could return to practice next week

The Chiefs running back is progressing enough with his ACL rehab that he could be back on the practice field as early as next week.

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Giants' Victor Cruz hopeful to participate in minicamp next week

The Giants wide receiver is optimistic the team's medical staff will give him the green light to participate in drills.

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Curt Schilling rants about guns, Islam after Orlando shooting

The former pitcher and baseball announcer shared his opinion on gun control and Islam in another epic Twitter rant.

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Big Bluff: Ben Roethlisberger won't endorse, speak for Donald Trump at convention

Donald Trump said he has the Steelers quarterback's support, but Big Ben insists he's staying out of politics.

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Penguins' Evgeni Malkin says Sharks are 'a little bit lucky'

The Penguins center was disappointed to come up short in Game 5, but believes the series could end Sunday in San Jose.

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Pirates create 'Game of Thrones' opening to announce starting lineup

The video perfectly captured the essence of the Steel City, cleverly mirroring the intro of the acclaimed HBO series.

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Steelers' Vince Williams keeps Bengals rivalry alive with dead gorilla joke

The Steelers linebacker jumped at the opportunity to use the tragedy as firepower against the division rival Bengals.

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Phil Mickelson breaks silence in wake of insider trading controversy

The PGA Tour star spoke publicly for the first time about the recent insider trading lawsuit he was named in last month.

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Penguins' Matt Cullen opens up about season that almost didn't happen

The Penguins center revealed he had every intention of retiring at the end of last season before Jim Rutherford offered him a roster spot.

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Former NC State football coach Don Horton dies after battle with Parkinson's

Horton coached 10 years at Boston College and six years N.C. State before becoming the Wolfpack's director of football operations in 2012.

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Darryl Strawberry thinks Mets should drink, get into bar fights

The former Mets slugger offered his advice to this year's team, saying they need to get gritty if they want to win a World Series.

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Converted WR Terrelle Pryor has ambitious goals for 2016

The former Ohio State star hasn't had much success after entering the NFL as a quarterback in 2011, but is adapting to his new position.

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San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus bashes Padres after national anthem mistake

The San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus was prepared to sing the national anthem when a recorded voice of a woman came over the loudspeakers.

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Johnny Manziel booted from Vegas club after allegedly punching man

The former Browns quarterback wasn't happy about being shoved during a surprise performance by Drake at a Las Vegas nightclub on Friday.

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Johnny Manziel booted from Vegas club after allegedly punching man

The former Browns quarterback wasn't happy about being shoved during a surprise performance by Drake at a Las Vegas nightclub on Friday.

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Penguins lose Trevor Daley for remainder of playoffs to broken ankle

The Penguins defenseman suffered the injury in the second period of Pittsburgh's loss to Tampa Bay in Game 4 on Friday.

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Paul Pierce surprises daughter with llama for 5th birthday

The Clippers star surprised his daughter with a new pet for her birthday, which was apparently the only gift she asked for.

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Kevin Durant cleared path for ambulance stuck in traffic jam

The Thunder star turned on his hazard lights to help slow traffic for the emergency workers so they could get to their call on time.

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J.J. Watt blasts home runs off Roger Clemens at annual charity softball game

The annual J.J. Watt Charity Classic raised more than $1.6 million at the Astros' Minute Maid Park on Saturday.

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Cris 'Cyborg' Justino holds back Ronda Rousey trash talk after UFC 198

Fresh off her UFC debut victory Saturday, Cris "Cyborg" Justino is too busy celebrating to be concerned about calling out Ronda Rousey.

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Brazilian soccer great Rivaldo urges tourists to avoid Rio Olympics

Rivaldo warned tourists to stay away from the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro because of increased violence throughout the city.

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49ers expect big things from rugby convert Jarryd Hayne in 2016

The National Rugby League convert held on to his position in San Francisco, and the team expects to capitalize on that next season.

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Antonio Cromartie, wife have twins, making it 12 kids for former Jet

The former Jets cornerback also has eight other children with seven women, bringing his total number of kids to a whopping dozen.

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Joe Theismann goes on classic old-man rant ripping Sam Bradford

The Redskins legend is shocked the Eagles quarterback is demanding a trade rather than competing for the No. 1 spot in Philadelphia.

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Bryce Harper is done running into walls

The Nationals outfielder pulled up as he tried to make a catch in Saturday's loss to the Cubs, but doesn't regret playing it safe.

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Fans mad at Dwyane Wade for shooting during Canada's national anthem

The Heat guard is under fire for squeezing in some last-second shooting practice.

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Panthers re-sign Jaromir Jagr to one-year deal

The 44-year-old forward led the Panthers with 66 points last season, logging 27 goals and 39 assists in 79 games.

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Andrew McCutchen apologizes for saying official scorer should be fired

The Pirates center fielder was adamant that he shouldn't have been charged with an error when he fumbled a drive off Anthony Rizzo's bat.

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Von Miller pledges allegiance to Broncos

Denver can get Von Miller "for life," if it wants him.

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Johnny Manziel on latest mugshot: 'Just thankful I had a shirt this time...'

The former Browns quarterback tweeted about his recent mugshot in reference to his first arrest in 2012 while attending Texas A&M.

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Russell Wilson wants Seattle to petition for SuperSonics return

The Seahawks quarterback has been vocal in support of an NBA team returning to Seattle.

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Bruce Arians confirms coaching stint with Cardinals 'will be my last job'

Arians had said his offensive coordinator job with the Steelers would be his last before the team declined to renew his contract in 2012.

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Tyronn Lue thinks David Blatt will coach again in NBA

Blatt could already be on his way to a new coaching gig after interviewing with Knicks president Phil Jackson on Monday.

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Will Smith's alleged shooter indicted on second-degree murder charge

Cardell Hayes was also indicted Thursday for the attempted murder of Smith's wife, Racquel, after allegedly shooting her in the leg twice.

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Suspended Jaguar Justin Blackmon pleads guilty to DUI charge

The controversial wide receiver was arrested Dec. 19 in his hometown of Ardmore, Okla.

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Kings offer free tattoos of new logo to fans

For a limited time Wednesday, the Kings are offering free tattoos to fans who want to permanently commemorate the team's new look.

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Clippers' Chris Paul out 4-6 weeks with fractured hand

The Clippers' All-Star point guard fractured the third metacarpal on his right hand during his team's Game 4 loss to the Trail Blazers on Monday.

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'Leave Tom Brady alone': Donald Trump defends QB after suspension reinstated

The Republican presidential candidate backed the Patriots quarterback after news of his four-game suspension broke.

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Watch Pittsburgh's Le'Veon Bell dunk during knee surgery recovery

The star running back suffered a season-ending MCL injury against the Bengals on Nov. 1.

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Erin Andrews settles nude peephole video case

A jury last month found the Nashville hotel and others are liable in the civil case and awarded Andrews $55 million in damages.

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Matthew Stafford won't be traded anytime soon, Lions GM says

Bob Quinn confirmed the team's stability at quarterback and assured the veteran won't be leaving the team anytime soon.

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Power outage halts play early in Spurs-Grizzlies Game 4

The power surge dimmed the lights at the FedEx Forum in Memphis and stopped play during the second quarter.

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Chris Bosh has no plans of retiring despite blood clotting issue

The Heat forward is optimistic about playing next season despite remaining on blood thinners.

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Giants' Victor Cruz on 2016 comeback: 'I'm 100 percent'

The Giants wide receiver hasn't played since October 2014 because of a number of devastating injuries.

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Boxing legend Marvin Hagler eager for new 'superstar' to emerge from Rio Olympics

The former undisputed middleweight world champion acknowledges the decline in boxing but remains positive about the future of the sport.

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Blackhawks' Andrew Shaw suspended one game, fined $5K for homophobic slur, gesture

The Blackhawks forward directed the slur toward an official during Game 4 against the Blues on Tuesday.

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Browns' Ben Roethlisberger draft whiff recalled by Steelers QB

Big Ben said Cleveland would rue the day they passed on drafting him, and he proved to be right after going 19-2 in his career against them.

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Former Baylor DE Shawn Oakman arrested on sexual assault charge

Oakman is accused of sexually assaulting a female Baylor student, though he reportedly told police he had consensual sex with the woman.

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Chicago hotel to serve cocktail infused with Jon Lester's glove

The "Never Quit" cocktail, a nod to the Cubs pitcher's charity that raises money to fight childhood cancer, will be served through June.

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Senators fire Cameron, coaches

Newly promoted GM Pierre Dorion announced changes to the team's coaching staff just two days after replacing Bryan Murray.

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Knicks considering David Blatt for coaching job, report says

Knicks president Phil Jackson is considering interim head coach Kurt Rambis for the job, but "views Blatt favorably."

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Cardale Jones bashes NCAA in Twitter rant, 'happy to be done'

The Ohio State quarterback went off in a heated rant criticizing the NCAA's rules and regulations placed upon student-athletes.

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LeSean McCoy likely won't face NFL discipline in nightclub brawl, report says

The Bills running back dodged charges last week for allegedly punching and attacking two off-duty police officers with three other men.

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Bruce Arians blames moms for football 'being attacked'

The Cardinals coach wants moms everywhere to know that measures are being taken to "make sure the game is safe."

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Suspect charged with second-degree murder in death of Will Smith

Cardell Hayes had pleaded guilty in 2014 as a first-time offender to illegal carrying of a weapon and was sentenced to six months probation.

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Tyler Summitt resigns as La. Tech women's coach for 'personal reasons'

The son of Hall of Fame coach Pat Summitt apologized for a relationship he was involved in that "negatively affected the people I love."

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Ravens' Terrance West sues hotel after allegedly being robbed — twice

The Ravens running back is seeking $53,129 in damages from Metropole South Beach Hotel.

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DeAngelo Williams says Vontaze Burfict spoiled Steelers' Super Bowl run

The Steelers running back vowed to keep the heated rivalry between Pittsburgh and Cincinnati alive through next season.

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Clippers' Branden Dawson won't be charged in spousal abuse case

Dawson was arrested March 13, just one day after being recalled from the NBA D-League, on a felony domestic-violence charge.

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Shane Mosley giving free tickets to fan with most retweets bashing American Airlines

The boxer took shots at the airline in a rant on Twitter after he claimed its employees were rude and didn't have his bags for his flight.

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Rangers' Ryan McDonagh could be sidelined for start of playoffs

The Rangers defenseman and captain reportedly suffered a broken bone in his right hand in Monday's postseason-clinching win over the Blue Jackets.

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Seahawks' Russell Wilson told by historian he's descended from royalty

The Seahawks quarterback learned at the Richmond Forum during a visit to his hometown that his ancestry included at least one English king.

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Ron Darling details alcohol, drug use during games with 1986 Mets

The retired pitcher disclosed how his teammates would drink beer and ingest amphetamines in the dugout during the Mets' title run.

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Steve Smith mocks Greg Hardy's domestic abuse denial: 'I guess she tripped'

The Ravens wide receiver was quick to call out his former teammate after he again denied past accusations of domestic violence.

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Maple Leafs' Nazem Kadri suspended four games for cross-check

The forward was punished for cross-checking Luke Glendening in the back of the head in the Leafs' loss to the Red Wings on Saturday.

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Shaq and Allen Iverson headline 2016 Basketball Hall of Fame class

The 10-member class of 2016 that will be inducted on Sept. 9 also includes Yao Ming, Tom Izzo, Jerry Reinsdorf and Sheryl Swoopes.

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Jaromir Jagr meets 'Travelling Jagrs' after Panthers' record win

The Panthers' veteran forward met the prominent group of Jagr enthusiasts following Saturday's historic win.

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Flyers fans caught in scary scene when escalator breaks after game

The mood shifted from celebratory to frightening following Philadelphia's victory when an escalator abruptly malfunctioned.

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Michael Vick has 'one more dedicated season' in his system before retirement

The veteran quarterback, who remains a free agent, revealed last month he's calling it quits after the 2016 season.

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UFC 'disappointed' in Jon Jones, will allow UFC 197 to proceed

The former UFC light heavyweight champion will still compete at UFC 197 against Daniel Cormier on April 23.

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Broncos won't take 49ers' Colin Kaepernick without a pay cut, report says

Denver asked the quarterback to take a hefty pay cut to approximately $7 million for the 2016 season if San Francisco agrees to trade him.

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Percy Harvin is 'definitely' playing in 2016, report says

The veteran wide receiver is expected to be on the field next season despite being derailed by knee and hip injuries last year.

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Michael Jordan tops Forbes' list of highest-paid retired athletes

The NBA legend topped the list by a landslide after reportedly earning $110 million in 2015.

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Kordell Stewart does not believe in 'Adam and Steve'

The former Steelers quarterback is still trying to put to rest rumors about his sexuality.

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Blackhawks prospect Garret Ross has revenge-porn charges dropped

Ross was in his home state of Michigan, not Illinois, when he shared a sexual image without the person's consent.

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