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Everton advances in FA Cup after Dyche’s firing and Fulham also wins
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
Managerless Everton advanced to the fourth round of the FA Cup after a 2-0 victory over third-division Peterborough on Thursday. Everton made the surprise announcement that Sean Dyche had been fired just hours before hosting Peterborough, with under-18s coach Leighton Baines and club captain Seamus Coleman put in temporary charge. It had an immediate effect ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The Chiefs are better because of injuries and adversity, and not just because of mental resilience
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The injuries and adversity that Kansas City had to overcome on its way to earning the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs and a first-round bye could be exactly what propels the Chiefs to an unprecedented third consecutive Super Bowl title. Not just because they’ve been forced to develop ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bills’ Von Miller won’t let his affection for the Broncos get in the way of his playoff objective
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Von Miller is as competitive as he can be sentimental, which is why the Buffalo Bills edge rusher won’t utter a negative word about the Denver Broncos. The memories are too fond, and the 10-plus seasons he spent in Colorado too meaningful. Denver is where the three-time All-Pro established himself ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Broncos’ first postseason berth in 9 years has them facing playoff-tested Bills
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
Denver (10-7) at Buffalo (13-4) Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Bills by 9. Series record: Bills lead 23-17-1. Against the spread: Broncos 12-5, Bills 10-7. Last meeting: Broncos beat Bills 24-22 on Nov. 13, 2023, at Orchard Park, New York. Last week: Broncos beat Chiefs 38-0; Bills lost to Patriots 23-16. Broncos ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Everton striker Armando Broja given oxygen after leg injury against Peterborough
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Everton striker Armando Broja was given oxygen and carried off on a stretcher after injuring his right leg in an innocuous challenge in Thursday’s FA Cup match against Peterborough. Broja had come on as a substitute in the 68th minute at Goodison Park but fell to the ground in pain after ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Saskatchewan Roughriders sign veteran quarterback Jake Maier to contract
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
REGINA — The Saskatchewan Roughriders signed veteran American quarterback Jake Maier on Thursday. The deal reportedly is for one year. Saskatchewan obtained Maier from the Calgary Stampeders last month. The six-foot, 200-pound Maier spent the previous four seasons with Calgary, starting 45 of 65 regular-season games. In 2024, he completed 357-of-494 passes for 3,841 yards ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!James Butler rejoins B.C. Lions shortly after being released by Hamilton Tiger-Cats
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
HAMILTON — James Butler took full advantage of his head start on CFL free agency Thursday. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats released the veteran running back, who was slated to become a free agent Feb. 11. But hours later, the five-foot-eight, 215-pound Chicago native signed with the B.C. Lions, the team he began his CFL career with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!49ers interview Robert Saleh and Deshea Townsend for defensive coordinator job
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers began their search for a new defensive coordinator Thursday by interviewing Robert Saleh for a second stint at the job and Detroit Lions assistant Deshea Townsend. The Niners fired Nick Sorensen earlier this week after just one season in the role and are seeking their fourth ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Baltimore’s ability to establish Derrick Henry and the running game could be key against Pittsburgh
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
Pittsburgh (10-7) at Baltimore (12-5) Saturday, 8 p.m. EST, Prime Video. BetMGM NFL Odds: Ravens by 10. Against the spread: Steelers 11-6, Ravens 10-6-1. Series record: Steelers lead 36-26. Last meeting: Ravens beat Steelers 34-17 in Baltimore on Dec. 21, 2024. Last week: Steelers lost to Bengals 19-17; Ravens beat Browns 35-10. Steelers offense: overall ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eagles and Packers head into their wild-card matchup with QBs Hurts and Love fighting injuries
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jalen Hurts returned to Eagles practice after a two-week layoff with a concussion without cameras and social media posts and fans present to dissect his performance. As the only eyes available, Hurts’ teammates largely praised his comeback. Hurts was sharp. He was dialed in. He played with energy. It was dope. They ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!FA Cup: Cardiff eliminates Sheffield United with 1-0 victory
By Canadian Press on January 9th, 2025
Sheffield United is targeting a quick return to the Premier League next season but crashed out of the FA Cup with a 1-0 loss to Cardiff in the third round on Thursday. Cian Ashford’s 19th minute goal at Bramall Lane was the difference between the second-division teams. Sheffield is in third place in the Championship ... Read More »
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