Lions, Broncos have big playoff implications with Christmas games

The Lions and Broncos will hope to get some incredible Christmas gifts.

Lions' fleeting playoff hopes on the line Christmas Day vs. Vikings

Commanders make QB decision for Christmas Day clash with Cowboys

Cowboys sign former Packers CB off practice squad for Week 17

Cowboys' Dak Prescott makes bold declaration about team's future

Prescott must make one key move to help Cowboys return to playoffs

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What Alabama can take away from epic CFP win over Oklahoma

For as much of a collapse as it was for the Sooners, it was a watershed moment for the Crimson Tide.

Ty Simpson, Alabama make for a scary matchup in CFP

Former Alabama star issues apology to Kalen DeBoer

Reports: Alabama co-OC Nick Sheridan leaving for Michigan State

The 25 greatest players in SEC football history

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz

In Super Bowl history, a player has topped the century mark in rushing yards just 22 times. How many can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 25

Commanders make QB decision for clash with Cowboys

Commanders make QB decision for Christmas Day clash with Cowboys

The Washington Commanders will be without the services of backup quarterback Marcus Mariota due to a quad injury on Christmas Day.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott makes bold declaration about team's future

Dak Prescott must make one key financial move to help Cowboys return to playoffs in 2026

Lions, Broncos have big playoff implications with Christmas games

The most crushing defeats in NFL playoff history

The 'NFL rookie passing-yard leaders' quiz

James Harrison News / Yardbarker / December 25

Browns fan tackled by James Harrison in 2005 credits ex-Steelers star for changing his life

A tackle by James Harrison during a Pittsburgh Steelers game 20 years ago didn’t just end a fan’s dash onto the field — it helped start him on a path to sobriety.

Steelers have reportedly made a decision about DK Metcalf's future

Steelers' chaotic WR history makes DK Metcalf suspension even more frustrating

Dan Orlovsky does not sugarcoat how disappointing Ravens have been

Giants looking to poach Marcus Freeman from Notre Dame could be a mistake

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / December 25

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers reacts to DK Metcalf's altercation with Lions fan

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers doesn't condone wide receiver DK Metcalf punching a fan, but he also believes spectators shouldn't provoke players.

Steelers' Cam Heyward Calls For Massive Change To NFL Policy After DK Metcalf Incident

Suspension could cost Steelers' DK Metcalf more than $45M

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

Baltimore Ravens News / Yardbarker / December 25

HC John Harbaugh defends Lamar Jackson amid column

HC John Harbaugh defends Lamar Jackson after column calls out Ravens QB

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh defended Lamar Jackson on Wednesday after a column blasted the quarterback.

Harbaugh knows Ravens might move on from him as head coach

Insiders explain why Lamar Jackson's future with Ravens is uncertain

Dan Orlovsky does not sugarcoat how disappointing Ravens have been

Philip Rivers makes a sad admission about his return to Colts

Matthew Stafford issues a warning to WR Puka Nacua regarding refs

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 25

Hawai'i beats Cal, wins wild Hawai'i Bowl

Hawai'i completes largest comeback in school history to win Hawai'i Bowl

Over the course of a single football game, the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors managed to get blown out, come back, nearly found a way to lose in heartbreaking fashion and then won on a wild touchdown pass with 10 seconds to go.

Ty Simpson, Alabama make for a scary matchup in CFP

Could Michigan try 'high-wire act' with Alabama's Kalen DeBoer?

Report: Michigan could target prominent NFL OC as head coach

New 'name of interest' emerges in Michigan head-coaching search

Michigan interim coach Biff Poggi crushes prior leadership

Should Titans try to hire Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman?

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 25

Fan who harassed DK Metcalf gets shocking verdict from NFL

Fan who harassed Steelers' DK Metcalf gets shocking verdict from NFL

Metcalf will be forced to miss the final two games of the regular season as a result of the altercation.

DK Metcalf's suspension could cost him over $45 million

DK Metcalf's suspension may cost Steelers in playoff hunt

Steelers' chaotic WR history makes DK Metcalf suspension even more frustrating

The 25 best NFL head coaches who never won a Super Bowl

The 'NFL playoffs receiving yards leaders' quiz

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / December 24

Steve Kerr, Draymond Green make amends after sideline spat

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr and forward Draymond Green have moved past their tense sideline exchange. The Green-Kerr incident overshadowed the Warriors' 120-97 win over the Orlando Magic on Monday night.

Green is making it easy for Warriors to imagine life without him

Jimmy Butler's All-Star plea shows what's wrong with today's NBA

Suns' Dillon Brooks gets his revenge on LeBron James

James Harden clears one thing up about relationship with Kevin Durant

Russell Westbrook gets disciplined by the NBA for flopping

Cooper Flagg helps Mavericks hold off massive game from Nuggets duo

James Nnaji News / Yardbarker / December 25

Former NBA draft pick's college return reveals lunacy of system

Former NBA draft pick's college return reveals lunacy of current system

College basketball has jumped the shark.

Top draft prospect's stats have never been seen before in NCAA or NBA

Wisconsin loses it after freshman’s first career bucket vs. Central Michigan

Top five studs and duds this season in men's college basketball

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 men's basketball poll

...and five takeaways from AP Top 25 women's basketball poll

Entertainment

The 25 biggest music moments from 2025

20 TV stars who quit, were killed off or fired from popular shows

20 iconic TV shows where the cast feuded with one another

20 actors who looked exactly like the real-life people they portrayed

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 24

Marlins show willingness to spend by adding RP Pete Fairbanks

The Marlins have made a significant addition.

Marlins plug an understated hole with Fairbanks addition

Pirates land All-Star slugger they've been looking for in Ryan O’Hearn

Mets face one major obstacle in their pursuit of Bo Bichette, Alex Bregman

Sean Newcomb to sign with White Sox, 'will at least get the chance to start'

Athletics add another piece to impressive lineup in Jeff McNeil

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / December 25

Steelers have reportedly made a decision about DK Metcalf's future

Metcalf's suspension created some questions about his compensation and future in Pittsburgh.

Metcalf's suspension may cost the Steelers in playoff hunt

Steelers' chaotic WR history makes Metcalf suspension more frustrating

Fan who harassed Metcalf gets shocking verdict from NFL

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers reacts to Metcalf's altercation with Lions fan

Rodgers' NFL longevity to be highlighted by Browns matchup

Browns fan tackled by James Harrison in 2005 credits him for changing his life

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 24

AFCON 2025: The biggest and best stories from Matchday 1

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is officially underway. Twenty-four of the continent's top teams entered. Just one will be crowned the champion of African soccer.

Late Mo Salah winner lifts Egypt toward AFCON redemption

Salah speaks in media mix zone after Egypt’s AFCON opener

Morocco delivers upon its promise in victorious AFCON debut

L.A. Galaxy finalizing stunning defensive makeover for 2026

MLS divisional shift could spell trouble for two faltering franchises

Indiana Pacers News / Yardbarker / December 24

Pascal Siakam blasts Pacers' culture after falling to 6-24

The veteran forward Pascal Siakam dished out a stinging opinion of his side’s mentality following their 111-94 defeat at the hands of Milwaukee on Tuesday.

Bucks’ win has TJ McConnell sending blunt message to Pacers

Can Pistons do the improbable on Western Conference road trip?

Who should really start in the 2025 NBA All-Star Game?

Ben Simmons is going fishing as NBA opportunities dry up

Charles Barkley on when relationship with Michael Jordan went south

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 24

Maple Leafs need to make a decision on Easton Cowan

Toronto's handling of Cowan doesn't make a lot of sense.

Craig Berube keeps it simple following Maple Leafs win vs. Penguins

Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving gives vote of confidence to Berube

Should spotlight be on Treliving more for Leafs’ current struggles?

What Christmas gifts do NHL teams need heading into season's second half?

Three underperforming NHL players who must step up

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / December 24

Cowboys, Chiefs among five NFL teams poised for 2026 turnaround

Many NFL teams are already thinking about next season. With 10 of the 14 playoff spots clinched, most NFL teams must begin preparing for the offseason.

Chiefs' stadium deal with Kansas has some questionable clauses

Andy Reid had words for Travis Kelce before possible Arrowhead farewell

Why Kelce deserves Pro Bowl nod

2025 Pro Bowl biggest snubs

Five most important NFL games outside playoff picture