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December 25, 2025: Football festivities: NFL gifts big Christmas Day slate

Although the first matchup doesn't have any playoff implications, Christmas Day in the NFL will mean a lot for the other teams. - Louis
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Although the first matchup doesn't have any playoff implications, Christmas Day in the NFL will mean a lot for the other teams. - Louis
 
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
 
The Top 10
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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
 
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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?
 
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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
 
"I've never seen that ever. That's not something that I've ever witnessed, and I'm in every meeting." - John Harbaugh
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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
 
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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
 
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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
 
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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
 
“When we decide that losing is not ok, we’re gonna go somewhere... And if we don’t decide to change that, it’s not gonna change." - Pascal Siakam
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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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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 
 
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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
 

 
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