Leading Off: Pictures of the Week (Nov. 26-Dec. 2)

SI Staff | Dec 3, 2014

Leading Off: Pictures of the Week (Nov. 26-Dec. 2) /

Leading Off: Pictures of the Week (Nov. 26-Dec. 2)

A surfer rides a wave during a tow-in surfing session at the Praia do Norte beach in Nazare, Portugal.

Thirty-five skydivers try to set a record for "Big Way Turkey Multi-Skydiving" with the support of the Turkish Armed Forces in Izmir, Turkey. The old record was set with 24 skydivers.

Mikaela Shiffrin of the United States skis to sixth place in the giant slalom during the 2014 Audi FIS Ski World Cup.

Wisconsin's Melvin Gordon runs the ball against the Minnesota Golden Gophers. He finished with 151 yards and one touchdown in the Badgers' 34-24 win.

The Oregon Ducks take the field for their game against the Oregon State Beavers.

Fans watch the New York Giants vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game from underwater in the northeast pool on the Clevelander Deck at EverBank Field.

The Washington Wizards' Marcin Gortat fouls LeBron James during the Cavs' 113-87 win.

Baltimore Ravens cheerleaders perform during Sunday's game against the San Diego Chargers.

Germany's Andreas Wellinger slides down the slope after falling during the FIS Ski Jumping HS 142 World Cup in Finland.

Patriots cornerback Darrelle Revis breaks up a pass intended for Packers receiver Jordy Nelson. The Packers defeated the Patriots 26-21.

Anton Khudobin of the Carolina Hurricanes keeps his eye on the puck as Ron Hainsey and Blake Comeau of the Pittsburgh Penguins battle for position.

Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger tries to get away from the Saints' Keenan Lewis.

Chris Ward of the United States placed second in his Round 2 heat of the Vans World Cup.

Ravens receiver Marlon Brown tries to hang on to the catch as Chargers cornerback Shareece Wright defends.

Maria Pietilae-Holmner of Sweden competes in the first run of the ladies' slalom during the 2014 Audi FIS Ski World Cup. Pietilae-Holmner finished the first run in fourth place.

Auburn's Joe Turner attempts to bring down Alabama running back Amari Cooper. Cooper finished with 224 yards in Alabama's 55-44 win.

Steven Clements, riding Susquehanna River, clears the water jump during the Burges Salmon Amateur Riders' Handicap Steeple Chase in Newbury, England.

Anders Lee of the New York Islanders fights with Tom Wilson of the Washington Capitals. The Capitals won 5-2.

The Broncos' Omar Bolden celebrates after recovering a punt that hit the Chiefs' Marcus Cooper. The Broncos defeated the Chiefs 29-16.

Frankie Gavin fights Bradley Skeete in the British and Commonwealth Welterweight Championships.

Ravens receiver Steve Smith Sr. misses a catch as Chargers cornerback Brandon Flowers defends. The Chargers won 34-33 on a last-minute touchdown.

Dan Girardi, Marc Staal and Mats Zuccarello of the New York Rangers battle Vincent Lecavalier and Zac Rinaldo of the Philadelphia Flyers during their game at Madison Square Garden.

Ravens linebacker Elvis Dumervil gets a hand on the ball as Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers prepares to throw. Rivers had one interception, which came after Dumervil hit his arm during a pass.

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Maciej Bydlinski of Poland competes during the Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Men's Super-G in Lake Louise, Canada.

Luke Willson of the Seattle Seahawks avoids a tackle from Chris Borland of the San Francisco 49ers. The Seahawks defeated the 49ers 19-3.

The San Antonio Spurs' Manu Ginobili drives past the Boston Celtics' Brandon Bass during San Antonio's 111-89 win.

Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota hurdles over Oregon State Beavers safety Justin Strong. The Ducks won 47-19.

The Grizzlies' Vince Carter attempts a layup against the Lakers. Memphis defeated L.A. 99-93.

Fans tailgate in the parking lot of Lambeau Field before the Green Bay Packers play the New England Patriots.

St. Louis Blues right wing T.J. Oshie hits the post after colliding with Minnesota Wild goalie Niklas Backstrom during overtime. The Blues won 3-2 in a shootout.

Trojans receiver Juju Smith makes a catch and beats out Notre Dame cornerback Cole Luke to the end zone. USC beat Notre Dame 49-14.

Published Dec 3, 2014

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