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Jets GM Darren Mougey is confident the team can have a quick turnaround after a dismal 3-14 season
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Darren Mougey showed no hesitation when asked how quickly the New York Jets can rebound from one of the worst seasons in franchise history. “I believe we can be competitive and respectable right away, next year,” the general manager said Tuesday, two days after the Jets finished 3-14 and left ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Defending champion Thunder figuring things out after 6-6 stretch follows 24-1 start
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Thunder are finding the roles of contender and champion to be very different. Led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the young squad won the NBA title last season after years of showing promise. Oklahoma City started this season with a 24-1 record, matching the best 25-game start in league history. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Florida lands Georgia Tech QB Aaron Philo and Auburn gets South Florida QB Byrum Brown
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
Florida and Auburn have new quarterbacks to pair with new head coaches. Georgia Tech’s Aaron Philo announced his commitment to the Gators on Tuesday and will follow former Yellow Jackets offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner from Atlanta to Gainesville. Philo is expected to compete with redshirt freshman Tramell Jones Jr. for the starting job to replace ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Joseph McGettigan, prosecutor in Jerry Sandusky and John du Pont cases, dies at 76
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Joseph E. McGettigan III, a Pennsylvania prosecutor who obtained criminal convictions against Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky and chemical heir John du Pont, has died at age 76. McGettigan, who lived in the Philadelphia suburb of Media, died on Dec. 31, according to the funeral home Boyd Horrox Givnish ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Search for marquee attacker continues but Toronto FC appears set on backline
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
TORONTO — While the search for a marquee attacker continues, Toronto FC appears to have settled on its backline as players prepare to report to training camp this weekend. Newly acquired veteran centre back Walker Zimmerman will lead the defence, mentoring 19-year-old Lazar Stefanovic, 22-year-old Zane Monlouis and 23-year-old Nicksoen Gomis. Canadian international Richie Laryea ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NFL playoff guide: How to watch, betting favorites and some of the top storylines
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
This year’s NFL playoffs could represent a shift to a new generation of winning players — particularly at quarterback. The top two seeds in both the AFC and NFC are led by a quartet of young or unheralded quarterbacks, including Bo Nix (Broncos), Drake Maye (Patriots), Sam Darnold (Seahawks) and Caleb Williams (Bears). All while ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man United candidates for interim coach include Solskjaer and Carrick, AP source says
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United has approached Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick in its search for an interim coach to take over until the end of the season, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed to The Associated Press on Tuesday. The person spoke on the condition on anonymity because the recruitment ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr. are gone from the Commanders after a 5-12 season, AP source says
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
Coordinators Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr. are both gone from head coach Dan Quinn’s staff with the Washington Commanders after a 5-12 season, a team official with knowledge of the moves told The Associated Press on Tuesday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the staff changes had not yet ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No. 6 seed Ole Miss, No. 10 Miami set up College Football Playoff game like no other
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Miami barged into the College Football Playoff like a hurricane, a stifling defense and steady quarterback rekindling the magic of 2001. Mississippi has been excelling since its coach left for another program, an athletic and acrobatic quarterback taking the Rebels to heights not seen since the 1960s. The Fiesta Bowl will ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cowboys fire defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus after one season filled with poor showings
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys fired first-year defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus on Tuesday after they allowed the most points and intercepted the fewest passes in franchise history. It’s the second consecutive season in which Eberflus has been fired. He was let go midseason in 2024, his third year as head coach of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rays acquire outfielder Justyn-Henry Malloy from Tigers for cash
By Canadian Press on January 6th, 2026
DETROIT (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays acquired outfielder Justyn-Henry Malloy from the Detroit Tigers for cash on Tuesday. Malloy, who turns 26 on Feb. 19, had been designated for assignment on Dec. 20 to open a roster spot when the Tigers finalized their contract with right-hander Kyle Finnegan. He hit .221 with a .346 ... Read More »
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