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January 04, 2026: Best in the west: Seahawks beat 49ers for top spot

Not only did the Seahawks dominate the 49ers, but they won the NFC West, clinched the top seed in the NFC and secured home-field advantage. Not a bad day at the office. - Angie
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Not only did the Seahawks dominate the 49ers, but they won the NFC West, clinched the top seed in the NFC and secured home-field advantage. Not a bad day at the office. - Angie
 
Sam Darnold proves doubters wrong by flipping script from last year   
49ers GM John Lynch went ballistic on live TV after huge Seahawks play
Bears WR Rome Odunze 'noncommittal' on playing in postseason
Amon-Ra St. Brown, Dan Campbell send messages to frustrated fans
Matt Eberflus assigns blame for struggles after Jerry Jones comments
Ravens must avoid Derrick Henry mistake with Lamar Jackson returning
 
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Panthers should be livid over the calls (and non-calls) in Week 18 loss to Bucs
NFL media members point out 'awful' calls that hurt Panthers in loss
Panthers players seemed unprepared for bad weather against Buccaneers
Panthers rookie breaks franchise record during Buccaneers game
Terrible NFC South should lead NFL to reconsider Lions rule change
 
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Blue Jays still have room for Bo Bichette after splash free-agent signing
...but Bichette linked to three new contenders in free agency
Phillies now pursuing Bichette
Blue Jays reportedly have made biggest offer for Kyle Tucker
New York Mets reportedly eyeing significant free-agent move
Why righty Kona Takahashi is returning to Japan for 2026 season
 
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Report reveals Raiders' updated stance on Maxx Crosby trade
Raiders are dysfunctional mess as minority owner Tom Brady works for Fox
Steelers losing Arthur Smith could be blessing in disguise following report
Dolphins' decision on Mike McDaniel may also impact GM search
Rams coach 'connected' to Steelers as possible Mike Tomlin replacement
Have Browns made decision on coach Kevin Stefanski's future?
 
"I grew up wanting to play football. I grew up playing football, taking a bus, going to the park." - Russell Westbrook
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Giannis Antetokounmpo plays hero, saves Bucks with game-winner
Antetokounmpo drew up his own play for game-winning alley-oop dunk
Tyrese Maxey furthers MVP case with dominant performance
Should NBA adjust MVP rule to accommodate stars like Nikola Jokic?
25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good
 
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Winners, losers from Day 1 of college football transfer portal
Former five-star QB Jaden Rashada is transferring again
Quinn Ewers sends strong message to college stars abusing transfer portal
Another Michigan football defensive back has entered the transfer portal
Ole Miss QB to enter transfer portal
Ole Miss likely to lose five assistant coaches for CFP semifinal
 
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Defending national champion Florida has glaring issue that won't easily be fixed
Arkansas freshmen grew up fast in win over No. 19 Tennessee
No. 12 North Carolina's defense nonexistent in concerning loss to SMU
SEC-opening loss shows how far Kentucky is from conference elite
Notre Dame coach charges referee after losing on controversial 4-point play call
No. 4 UCLA women look like title threats after convincing win over No. 17 USC
 
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Five 2026 QB options for Vikings: Rising rival backup an intriguing option
Justin Jefferson wants this quarterback to start for Vikings amid McCarthy buzz
Report gives clarity on if Panthers are ready to commit to Bryce Young
Lamar Jackson fires back amid questions about his dedication to Ravens
Jason Kelce makes intriguing prediction for the Eagles
 
"I just don't want anybody to think that we're all delusional and thinking we should be competing for titles year in and year out." - Steve Kerr
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Warriors tested NBA rules by sitting stars for high-profile game
NBA exec outlines one scenario in which LeBron James returns to Lakers
Rich Paul on LeBron, Steph Curry teaming up: Never going to happen
Celtics' Jaylen Brown throws shade at Knicks' Jalen Brunson
Paul Pierce: Brown not in NBA MVP conversation due to Celtics hate
 
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Winter Classic in major need of reboot
What is Auston Matthews' ceiling after becoming Leafs' all-time goal leader?
Mika Zibanejad makes Winter Classic history in Rangers' dominant win
Brady Tkachuk knocked down after wild Logan Stanley sucker punch
Breaking down USA's 2026 Olympic women's hockey roster
25 current NHL players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good
 
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Hawks reportedly express interest in Mavericks' Daniel Gafford
Hawks players reportedly 'hate' playing with untradable Trae Young
Could under-the-radar Nets star Michael Porter Jr. be on the move?
NBA bans Magic guard Jalen Suggs' unusual headband practice
Knicks vs. Pistons looks like a heated rivalry in the making
 

 
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