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USC's potent offense faces Washington State's subpar defense

Former Pac-12 Conference counterparts Washington State and Southern California will meet in a nonconference clash on Sunday in Los Angeles. USC (9-1), in its second season since leaving the Pac-12 for the Big Ten Conference, meets Washington State (3-7) for the 132nd time in history and first since a league matchup in February 2024.

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'I’d play anywhere really if I’m honest,' Luke McCowan

Wilfried Nancy has already outlined his plans for Luke McCowan, holding clear discussions with the midfielder about how he fits into Celtic’s tactical setup… The 27 year-old has shown his adaptability throughout this season, operating in central areas as well as out wide during a campaign that has seen him play under three different managers.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 14

Man United closely monitoring 'powerful' Bundesliga ace ahead of potential move

Manchester United are reportedly interested in the Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham. The 20-year-old midfielder is highly rated across Europe, but he has not been able to live up to the expectations at the German club.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 14

No. 8 Gonzaga's second-half spurts sink No. 25 UCLA

Graham Ike scored 25 points and Braden Huff added 21 to lead No. 8 Gonzaga to an 82-72 victory over No. 25 UCLA on Saturday night in Seattle. Mario Saint-Supery added 12 points as the Bulldogs (10-1) notched their third straight win.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 14

Texas A&M puts tough loss in rear view, preps for Jacksonville

Texas A&M has had a week to stew over a lost opportunity in its most recent game. The Aggies (7-3) hope to apply the lessons learned in that time when they face Jacksonville (5-5) on Sunday in College Station, Texas.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 14

Hearts form is decent but decline in standards in Scottish game is worrying

The form of Hearts might be good for Scottish football, but it also shows how far the standard has fallen. Just look at our European results on Thursday night with Celtic, Aberdeen and theRangers all losing… Hearts have been the surprise package of the season thus far.

MMA News / Field Level Media / December 14

UFC Fight Night: Manel Kape KOs Brandon Royval, wants title shot

The final UFC event of the year may have ignited a new UFC flyweight contender in Manel Kape. Kape kept his newfound momentum afloat in the main event of UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, finishing former title challenger Brandon Royval with a right hook, followed by a flurry of punches at 3:18 in Round 1.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / December 14

Another NFL insider expects 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey to play vs. Titans

In a somewhat surprising move on Saturday, the San Francisco 49ers listed running back Christian McCaffrey as questionable for Sunday's Week 15 matchup against the Tennessee Titans due to a back issue.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Last Word On Sports / December 14

Three Very Un-Brewers-Like Ideas for the Offseason

The Milwaukee Brewers and General Manager Matt Arnold find themselves in an interesting position this offseason, just after the Winter Meetings. They will be returning 99% of their roster from last season’s MLB-leading 97-win team and can proudly boast one of the best farm systems in the league.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 14

Dodgers Re-Sign Nick Frasso To Minor League Deal

The Dodgers have re-signed right-hander Nick Frasso to a minor league contract, per Aram Leighton of Just Baseball. Frasso was non-tendered by the club in November but now returns on a new deal.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 14

Victor Wembanyama taunts Alex Caruso during epic NBA Cup game

The San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder produced an early game-of-the-year contender on Saturday. San Antonio knocked Oklahoma City out of NBA Cup contention on Saturday with a 111-109 victory during their semifinal matchup.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / December 14

Jalen Suggs Leaves NBA Cup Game With Hip Injury

Magic guard Jalen Suggs engaged in a scoring battle with Knicks star Jalen Brunson during the first half of Saturday’s NBA Cup semifinals matchup, but pain forced him out of the game after he hurt his hip in the third quarter, writes Tim Bontemps of ESPN.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / December 14

Joe Burrow reportedly cut off his own cast after toe surgery

The legend of Joe Burrow as a football sicko continues to grow. The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback missed a good chunk of the 2025 season after suffering a toe injury early in the campaign.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 14

No. 1 Arizona makes statement in historic win over No. 12 Alabama

The top-ranked Arizona Wildcats faced a 41-39 halftime deficit to No. 12 Alabama on Saturday night before completely taking the game over out of the break.

Yaxel Lendeborg helps No. 2 Michigan erase deficit in win over Maryland

Cornhuskers are Big Ten contenders after upset win

Kentucky breaks out of slump with huge win over Indiana

Trevon Brazile's big game vs. Texas Tech elevates Arkansas' ceiling

Arkansas and Texas Tech players get in handshake line scuffle

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / December 13

Tristan Jarry’s first win as an Oiler, Spencer Stastney’s debut, and a whole lotta Connor McDavid

After wrapping up their home stand with a big win over Detroit, the Edmonton Oilers are back on the road for the next five games, with their first stop happening in Toronto for a matchup against the Leafs.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 13

Turnovers doom Boise State in blowout loss in LA Bowl

Turnovers doom Boise State in blowout loss to Washington in LA Bowl

In what was the final LA Bowl at SoFi Stadium, Washington dominated Boise State in a 38-10 decision.

Bloody hand and all, Blake Horvath powers Navy to win over Army

The 25 greatest players in SEC football history

The 'RBs taken in the first round of the NFL Draft since 2005' quiz

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 13

Kraken Place Jared McCann On IR, Recall Jacob Melanson

The Seattle Kraken have once again placed their top forward on the shelf. Center Jared McCann has been placed on injured reserve with a lower-body injury that is expected to hold him out for three weeks.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 13

Dirk Nowitzki called Victor Wembanyama out over his comments on Chet Holmgren

Victor Wembanyama’s latest comments on Chet Holmgren are not sitting well with Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki. The San Antonio Spurs star recently sat down with Prime Video’s Taylor Rooks ahead of his return to the court for Saturday’s NBA Cup semifinals game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 13

Mets, Padres, Pirates Interested In Luis Robert

Last month, the White Sox picked up their $20MM option on Luis Robert Jr. General manager Chris Getz signaled that the club planned on Robert being their starting center fielder in 2026.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 13

Elias Pettersson Out, Marco Rossi Could Make Canucks Debut

The whirlwind around the Vancouver Canucks will continue into Sunday’s game against the New Jersey Devils. Vancouver will be without their star winger Elias Pettersson, but could return Marco Rossi back from injury, per Thomas Drance of The Athletic.

Seattle Seahawks News / Pro Football Rumors / December 13

Seahawks Activate C Jalen Sundell, TE Eric Saubert From IR

Jalen Sundell has been sidelined for the Seahawks during each of the team’s past four games. Seattle’s starting center will be available for Week 15, however.

NHL News / Yardbarker / December 13

Penguins' latest collapse reached historic level of incompetence

The Pittsburgh Penguins did it again. They managed to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory by blowing yet another third period lead, and this one might have been the worst one yet.

Islanders get scoring from all over in win over Lightning

Wild's late goal drops Sens

Canucks' trade of Quinn Hughes highlights team's failure

Wild's blockbuster trade for Hughes comes at perfect time

Trading for Tristan Jarry a reasonable risk for cornered Oilers