November 29th, 2025

National Sports

Dion Dawkins and Spencer Brown ruled out for Bills against Steelers

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott ruled out Dion Dawkins and Spencer Brown on Friday from playing at Pittsburgh this weekend, leaving Josh Allen without his two primary protectors. Left tackle Dawkins has not yet cleared the NFL’s concussion protocol. Brown will miss additional time because of a right shoulder injury ... Read More »

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US Soccer has bold plans for the World Cup legacy

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

The last time the United States hosted the World Cup, the U.S. Soccer Federation built on the the financial infusion and the public’s excitement to help launch Major League Soccer two years later. Much has changed with the 2026 World Cup. This time the tournament is hosted by three nations, with the United States joined ... Read More »

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Broncos face Commanders, looking to extend win streak to 9 games

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

Coach Sean Payton reminded the Denver Broncos this week that only one team in the AFC receives a bye in the playoffs. “That’s significant,” he said. The Broncos (9-2), who have won eight games in a row, are a half-game back of the top spot entering Sunday’s road game against the Washington Commanders (3-8). “It’s ... Read More »

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Unbuilt stadiums in Manchester, Wrexham and Birmingham lined up for 2035 Women’s World Cup

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United’s proposed new stadium has been offered as a venue for the 2035 Women’s World Cup. A redeveloped Wrexham Racecourse Ground and Birmingham’s yet-to-be-built Powerhouse Stadium have also been included in the United Kingdom’s official bid, announced on Friday. In total 16 host cities are in in the joint bid ... Read More »

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Palmer fit for Chelsea-Arsenal showdown in Premier League

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

LONDON (AP) — Cole Palmer is fit for Chelsea’s top-of-the-table clash with Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday after recovering from a broken toe sooner than expected. The England forward was injured reportedly in an accident at home last week. But Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca confirmed on Friday he was in contention to start ... Read More »

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Jaguars aim to extend the Titans’ losing streak while chasing Colts in AFC South

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Liam Coen started hearing about the Jacksonville- Tennessee rivalry not long after being hired as the Jaguars coach. Hall of Fame left tackle Tony Boselli, now the Jaguars’ executive vice president of football operations, shared some stories. Coen also heard about the AFC South rivals’ battles while coaching at Kentucky, so ... Read More »

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Banged up Patriots eyeing 10th straight win in Monday night matchup with Giants

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots have the best record in the NFL, haven’t lost in two months and have only a matchup with one of the league’s worst teams standing between a 10th consecutive win and their bye week. But that doesn’t mean the Patriots (10-2) are taking anything for granted heading into Monday ... Read More »

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Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel puts his iconic red sweater-vest on the line ahead of Michigan showdown

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel, known for sporting a red sweater-vest when he led the Ohio State football team, may be feeling blue if the Buckeyes lose to the University of Michigan on Saturday. Tressel has agreed to wear a blue vest if the Wolverines win the annual showdown. Michigan ... Read More »

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College football mascots just as good at keeping their identities secret as firing up a crowd

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Ross Ramsey enjoys spending time with fellow alums at Michigan State football tailgates. These aren’t just any old former Spartans, though. They were Sparty himself – something few knew when Ramsey and his pals donned the muscular mascot suit two decades ago. “Once you are done being Sparty, you can ... Read More »

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Cardinals and Buccaneers face off with each team trying to stop a 3-game losing streak

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have lost three in a row. So have the Arizona Cardinals. Still, the two teams are going in opposite directions. The Buccaneers (6-5) lead a weak NFC South, though their grip on first place has loosened quite a bit following three poor defensive efforts against three winning ... Read More »

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Oregon State hires Alabama assistant JaMarcus Shephard to take over struggling football program

By Canadian Press on November 28th, 2025

CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) — Oregon State on Friday announced the hiring of Alabama assistant JaMarcus Shephard as its head coach, replacing Trent Bray, who was fired following the Beavers’ 0-7 start. The 42-year-old Shephard has been on Kalen DeBoer’s staff for two years and most recently has served as assistant head coach, co-offensive coordinator and ... Read More »

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