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Patrick Mahomes will have to get through a familiar foe to reach his fifth Super Bowl.

NFL Conference Championship Game Picks From the MMQB Staff: Predicting Super Bowl LIX Matchup

Our writers and editors pick winners in both games. The Chiefs host the Bills and the Eagles host the Commanders with Super Bowl dreams on the line.

The MMQB Staff
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Patrick Mahomes will have to get through a familiar foe to reach his fifth Super Bowl.

NFL Conference Championship Game Picks From the MMQB Staff: Predicting Super Bowl LIX Matchup

Our writers and editors pick winners in both games. The Chiefs host the Bills and the Eagles host the Commanders with Super Bowl dreams on the line.

The MMQB Staff
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Aaron Glenn talks with reporters during Lions OTAs.

Aaron Glenn Has What the Jets Need

New York needed a strong-willed coach who won’t be shaken on the big stage. Throw in a successful run with the Lions and a connection to the pre–Woody Johnson Jets, and he checked all the boxes.

Conor Orr
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Johnson took his time choosing his first head coaching job.

Why the Timing Was Right for Ben Johnson and the Bears

After multiple cycles as a top name on the carousel, Johnson grew comfortable joining the setup in Chicago. Plus, how Sean McDermott entered the NFL ranks and a few assistant coaches who are now top coordinator candidates.

Albert Breer
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Texas quarterback Arch Manning hopes to lead the Longhorns to a long CFP run next season.

Sports Illustrated’s 2025 Way-Too-Early College Football Top 25

The top teams are stacked next season, but one team rises above the 2024 national champion Buckeyes.

Bryan Fischer, Mike McDaniel, Pat Forde, Zach Koons
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New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) and head coach Sean Payton before the game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium.

Sean Payton Cryptically Questions Nick Saban's Story of Dolphins' Drew Brees Pursuit

Saban recently recounted his pursuit of Brees with Miami, but Payton says the story is missing something.

Dan Lyons
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Bills quarterback Josh Allen smiles while warming up before a playoff game against the Broncos at Highmark Stadium on Jan. 12.

Josh Allen Perfectly Described His Inner Dialogue on Potential Dangerous Play vs. Ravens

Tom Dierberger
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Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn.

New Jets Head Coach Aaron Glenn Says Taking Job Feels Like Coming Home

Karl Rasmussen
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Washington Commanders quarterback Daniels is named Tom Brady’s LFG Player of the Game after defeating the Detroit Lions in the NFL divisional round at Ford Field in Detroit. He is congratulated by rookie cornerback Sainristil, who had two interceptions.

Jayden Daniels Explains Calm, Cool Demeanor Ahead of NFC Championship vs. Eagles

Blake Silverman
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Josh Allen (left), Travis Kelce (center) and Saquon Barkley (right) are atop their respective positions in Fabs' Championship Round Fantasy Rankings.

Fantasy Football Conference Championship Playoff Rankings For Every Position

The fantasy football world is focused on the AFC and NFC Championship games and Michael Fabiano has rankings for this weekend's action.

Michael Fabiano
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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and the league will be pushing for an 18-game regular-season schedule at some point in the near future.

Fantasy Football Would Face Major Changes With An 18-Week NFL Schedule

Michael Fabiano
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Ben Johnson's presence in Chicago should mean good things for their offense's fantasy appeal in 2025 and beyond.

Fantasy Football Impact of Ben Johnson Being Hired By The Bears (Caleb Williams, Rome Odunze Get Boosts)

Michael Fabiano
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Drake Maye (left), Ashton Jeanty (center) and Rome Odunze (right) are among Michael Fabiano's Way-Too-Early Breakout Players for 2025.

Fabs' Way-Too-Early Fantasy Football Breakout Players for the 2025 NFL Season

Michael Fabiano
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Garland scored 26 points in the Cavaliers' 109–108 loss to Houston.

Darius Garland Flubs Go-Ahead Free Throws As Cavaliers Suffer Chaotic Loss to Rockets

What a finish.

Tom Dierberger
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 Oklahoma City Thunder guard Gilgeous-Alexander shoots over Utah Jazz guard George during the second quarter at Paycom Center.

NBA Fans Crown Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Worthy of MVP Award After Career-Best Game

Blake Silverman
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ESPN's Kendrick Perkins

Kendrick Perkins Boldly Declares Timberwolves-Knicks Trade the 'Worst in NBA History'

Karl Rasmussen
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LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers have opened the season 23-18.

Lakers Stars Frustrated Over Lack of Improvements As Trade Deadline Nears

Ryan Phillips
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Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Kershaw throws against the Tampa Bay Rays at Dodger Stadium.

Dodgers GM Updates Team's Interest in Clayton Kershaw Reunion for 2025 Season

Is there room for Kershaw on the Dodgers' pitching staff?

Blake Silverman
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Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman and pitcher Roki Sasaki talk during a press conference at Dodger Stadium.

Roki Sasaki Explains Decision to Sign With Dodgers Over Other MLB Teams

Tom Dierberger
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Paul Sewald pitches during the Diamondbacks' 11–6 loss to the Dodgers on Sept. 2, 2024.

Guardians Sign Veteran Relief Pitcher Paul Sewald to One-Year Contract

Patrick Andres
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Seattle Mariners right fielder Ichiro tips his cap after being removed from the game during the eighth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Tokyo Dome.

Mariners Announce Plan to Retire Ichiro's No. 51 Shortly After Hall of Fame Announcement

Blake Silverman
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Devin Brown (33) throws during practice for the Rose Bowl at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif. on Dec. 30, 2024.

Ohio State Quarterback Transfers to ACC Program One Day After National Title Win

Devin Brown remained with the Buckeyes during their College Football Playoff run.

Dan Lyons
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Nick Saban won 11 SEC titles and seven national championships in his college coaching career.

Nick Saban Explains Why He Believes Leaving LSU Was the Biggest Mistake of His Career

Ryan Phillips
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Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman looks on from the sidelines during the National Championship game.

Kirk Herbstreit Explains Why He Thinks Marcus Freeman Has Made Notre Dame 'Here to Stay'

Madison Williams
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Dec 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) takes the field before the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Clemson Tigers in the CFP National Playoff First Round at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Arch Manning Headlines Opening Heisman Trophy Odds

Reed Wallach
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Will Zalatoris was part of a wave of withdrawals from the Farmers Insurance Open. 

Will Zalatoris, Gary Woodland Add to Rash of Withdrawals from Farmers Insurance Open

Max Schreiber
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Tiger Woods has won the Farmers Insurance Open seven times.

Longtime PGA Tour Event Took Tiger Woods ‘for Granted,’ Veteran Player Says

Max Schreiber
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Justin Thomas helped Atlanta Drive GC beat New York GC 4-0 in Tuesday night's TGL match.

Justin Thomas Says Shot Clock on PGA Tour Would Be Hard to Implement

Max Schreiber
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Jack Nicklaus believes Rory McIlroy will eventually end his major championship drought.

Jack Nicklaus Says Rory McIlroy Will Win 'Two or Three More' Majors and the Masters

Max Schreiber
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Lisandro Martínez (left) and Harry Maguire (right) will hope to keep Manchester United's first clean sheet since Dec. 1.

Manchester United Predicted Lineup vs. Rangers: Europa League

Roberto Casillas
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Diego Luna impressed against Costa Rica as USA defeated Costa Rica to complete a flawless January camp.

Diego Luna Shines Bright: Things We Learned From USA 3-0 Costa Rica

Max Mallow
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Santiago Giménez scored a first half brace in Feyenoord's 3–0 victory over Bayern Munich.

Santiago Gimenez Joins Lionel Messi and Neymar on Exclusive Champions League List

Roberto Casillas
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Vinícius Júnior bagged his 100th goal for Real Madrid against RB Salzburg.

Vinicius Junior Reacts to Scoring His 100th Goal for Real Madrid

Amanda Langell
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Caitlin Clark shoots a myriad of three-pointers in a workout for the Indiana Fever.

Fever Post Mesmerizing Three-Minute Video of Caitlin Clark Draining Threes on Her Birthday

Blake Silverman
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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark reacts to the staff singing her "Happy Birthday."

Caitlin Clark Had Wholesome Reaction to Fever Staff's Surprise for Her Birthday

Madison Williams
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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark attends an NBA game.

Caitlin Clark Celebrates Her Birthday With Generous Donation to Iowa, Indiana Schools

Madison Williams
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Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner shoots a basket during a game.

Brittney Griner Will Check Out Free Agency for First Time Since Being Drafted by Mercury

Madison Williams
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