Lawyer in Diego Pavia's eligibility lawsuit against NCAA cites NBA draft pick's return to college
Read full article: Lawyer in Diego Pavia's eligibility lawsuit against NCAA cites NBA draft pick's return to collegeA lawyer for Heisman Trophy runner-up Diego Pavia and 26 other football players has cited the NCAA’s decision to allow an NBA draft pick to return to college basketball as a reason that a federal judge should let his clients play in 2026 and 2027.
Smith's diving TD catch in overtime sends Minnesota to 20-17 win over New Mexico in Rate Bowl
Read full article: Smith's diving TD catch in overtime sends Minnesota to 20-17 win over New Mexico in Rate BowlJalen Smith scored his second touchdown a diving 12-yard catch in the first overtime and Minnesota extended its postseason winning streak to nine straight games with a 20-17 win over New Mexico in Rate Bowl.
Kyle Whittingham hired as Michigan football coach, replacing the fired and disgraced Sherrone Moore
Read full article: Kyle Whittingham hired as Michigan football coach, replacing the fired and disgraced Sherrone MooreMichigan has hired Kyle Whittingham as its football coach, giving the former Utah coach a five-year contract to replace the fired and disgraced Sherrone Moore.
With top draft pick in play, Raiders bench banged-up Maxx Crosby for game vs. Giants
Read full article: With top draft pick in play, Raiders bench banged-up Maxx Crosby for game vs. GiantsThe Las Vegas Raiders have decided to bench defensive end Maxx Crosby for Sunday’s home game against the New York Giants in a matchup of teams with the NFL’s worst records.
Hornets beat Magic 120-105 after rookie Kon Knueppel injures ankle in first half
Read full article: Hornets beat Magic 120-105 after rookie Kon Knueppel injures ankle in first halfLaMelo Ball had 22 points and seven rebounds and the Charlotte Hornets beat the Orlando Magic 120-105 after losing rookie forward Kon Knueppel to a right ankle injury in the first half.
Jokic sets the career record for assists by a center as the Nuggets beat the Magic
Read full article: Jokic sets the career record for assists by a center as the Nuggets beat the MagicNikola Jokic had 23 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds to become the career assists leader among centers, and the streaking Denver Nuggets beat the Orlando Magic 126-115 on Thursday night.
Magic guard Jalen Suggs leaves NBA Cup semifinal with hip injury, tests await in Orlando
Read full article: Magic guard Jalen Suggs leaves NBA Cup semifinal with hip injury, tests await in OrlandoOrlando guard Jalen Suggs has left the arena in a wheelchair after an NBA Cup semifinal loss to New York.
UCF keeps bowl hopes alive with 17-point rally over Oklahoma State
Read full article: UCF keeps bowl hopes alive with 17-point rally over Oklahoma StateUCF kept its slim bowl hopes alive with a 17-point rally to erase a 14-point deficit against Oklahoma State, sending the Cowboys to their 10th straight loss.
UCF football looks ahead to Senior Day game against Oklahoma State
Read full article: UCF football looks ahead to Senior Day game against Oklahoma StateCollege football’s regular season is winding down. UCF, boasting a 4-6 record on the season, will host Oklahoma State on Senior Day this Saturday at the Acrisure Bounce House.
Orlando City, Pride host annual turkey giveaway to support local families
Read full article: Orlando City, Pride host annual turkey giveaway to support local familiesInstead of a stadium full of soccer fans, the Inter & Co Stadium was packed with food and people seeking assistance. The 10th annual Orlando City and Orlando Pride Turkey Giveaway drew thousands who received ingredients they might not otherwise afford.
Djordje Mihailovic scores 2 goals, Toronto beats Orlando 4-2 in regular-season finale
Read full article: Djordje Mihailovic scores 2 goals, Toronto beats Orlando 4-2 in regular-season finaleDjordje Mihailovic scored two goals, Orlando City xxx Toronto FC 4-2 in the regular-season finale for both teams.
Thomas Müller’s stoppage-time goal helps Whitecaps beat Orlando 2-1
Read full article: Thomas Müller’s stoppage-time goal helps Whitecaps beat Orlando 2-1Thomas Müller scored in the seventh minute of stoppage time, Nelson Pierre also scored a late goal and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat Orlando City 2-1 on Saturday night to take sole possession of first place in the Western Conference with a week left in the regular season.
Pasalic scores a goal, Gallese has 6 saves for Orlando City in 1-1 tie with Crew
Read full article: Pasalic scores a goal, Gallese has 6 saves for Orlando City in 1-1 tie with CrewMarco Pasalic scored in the 34th minute and Pedro Gallese had six saves for Orlando City in a 1-1 tie with the Columbus Crew.
Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel declines to discuss his future after another embarrassing loss
Read full article: Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel declines to discuss his future after another embarrassing lossMiami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel has declined to address his future with the team after another embarrassing loss.
Joe Burrow throws for 309 yards and 4 TDs as Bengals rout Dolphins 45-21
Read full article: Joe Burrow throws for 309 yards and 4 TDs as Bengals rout Dolphins 45-21Joe Burrow rebounded from his first time being shut out to throw for 309 yards and four touchdowns as the Cincinnati Bengals routed the Miami Dolphins 45-21.
Tagovailoa wins in cold, leads Dolphins to 4th straight victory 34-10 to remain unbeaten vs. Jets
Read full article: Tagovailoa wins in cold, leads Dolphins to 4th straight victory 34-10 to remain unbeaten vs. JetsTua Tagovailoa remained unbeaten against the New York Jets and put his cold weather woes on ice, and the Miami Dolphins had three rushing touchdowns to run away with a 34-10 victory Sunday.
Achane rushes for 134 yards and a TD to help Dolphins edge Saints 21-17 for 3rd straight win
Read full article: Achane rushes for 134 yards and a TD to help Dolphins edge Saints 21-17 for 3rd straight winDe’Von Achane rushed for 134 yards and a touchdown, and the Miami Dolphins won their third straight game by holding off the New Orleans Saints 21-17.
Bears, Patriots, Jaguars clinch playoff berths in stunning first-year coaching turnarounds
Read full article: Bears, Patriots, Jaguars clinch playoff berths in stunning first-year coaching turnaroundsChicago, New England and Jacksonville have clinched playoff spots this week after disappointing 2024 seasons.
Trevor Lawrence’s 4 TDs propel Jaguars past Broncos 34-20, ending Denver’s 11-game winning streak
Read full article: Trevor Lawrence’s 4 TDs propel Jaguars past Broncos 34-20, ending Denver’s 11-game winning streakTrevor Lawrence threw three touchdown passes and ran for a score, leading the Jacksonville Jaguars to a 34-20 win over the Denver Broncos.
Jaguars overwhelm Jets from start to finish in 48-20 rout, reach 10 wins
Read full article: Jaguars overwhelm Jets from start to finish in 48-20 rout, reach 10 winsTrevor Lawrence accounted for six touchdowns, including a career-high five passing, and the Jacksonville Jaguars overwhelmed the New York Jets from start to finish in a 48-20 drubbing Sunday.
Daniel Jones hurt in Jaguars’ 11th consecutive home win against the Colts, 36-19
Read full article: Daniel Jones hurt in Jaguars’ 11th consecutive home win against the Colts, 36-19Trevor Lawrence threw two touchdown passes, Travis Etienne ran for two scores and the Jacksonville Jaguars moved atop the AFC South with a 36-19 victory against rival Indianapolis.
Bryce Young throws 2 TDs, Panthers finally beat Bucs 23-20 to take over first place in NFC South
Read full article: Bryce Young throws 2 TDs, Panthers finally beat Bucs 23-20 to take over first place in NFC SouthBryce Young threw for 191 yards and two touchdowns, Lathan Ransom intercepted Baker Mayfield with 42 seconds left and the Carolina Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 on Sunday to take over first place in the NFC South.
No longer an MVP contender, Baker Mayfield says ‘we should be frustrated’ after Bucs’ latest loss
Read full article: No longer an MVP contender, Baker Mayfield says ‘we should be frustrated’ after Bucs’ latest lossBaker Mayfield is no longer an MVP candidate after a midseason swoon by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Orlando Pride in talks with Osceola County on possible relocation of training facilities
Read full article: Orlando Pride in talks with Osceola County on possible relocation of training facilitiesThe Orlando Pride and Orlando City Soccer are engaged in negotiations with Osceola County that could lead to the professional women’s team relocating its training facilities to Osceola County, officials said.
Shaw scores in Gotham’s 1-0 win over Pride to reach NWSL championship
Read full article: Shaw scores in Gotham’s 1-0 win over Pride to reach NWSL championshipJaedyn Shaw scored with practically the last kick of the game and Gotham beat the Orlando Pride 1-0 on Sunday to advance to the National Women’s Soccer League championship game.
The Seattle Reign will visit the Orlando Pride on Friday to kick off the NWSL playoffs
Read full article: The Seattle Reign will visit the Orlando Pride on Friday to kick off the NWSL playoffsThe National Women’s Soccer League has announced its schedule for this weekend’s playoffs, kicking off with the Seattle Reign’s quarterfinal match at the Orlando Pride on Friday night.
Orlando Pride clinch home-field advantage for playoffs after 1-1 draw with Seattle Reign FC
Read full article: Orlando Pride clinch home-field advantage for playoffs after 1-1 draw with Seattle Reign FCOrlando Pride secured home-field advantage in the quarterfinals of the NWSL Playoffs after playing to a 1-1 draw against Seattle Reign FC in Sunday evening’s Decision Day match at Inter&Co Stadium.
With Florida legends on hand, new Gators coach Jon Sumrall promises to ‘just win a whole bunch’
Read full article: With Florida legends on hand, new Gators coach Jon Sumrall promises to ‘just win a whole bunch’Florida introduced new coach Jon Sumrall to much less fanfare than Lane Kiffin’s arrival would have created.
Florida State QB Thomas Castellanos drops NCAA appeal, enters NFL draft
Read full article: Florida State QB Thomas Castellanos drops NCAA appeal, enters NFL draftFlorida State quarterback Thomas Castellanos has dropped his appeal for another year of college eligibility and declared for the NFL draft.
Ohio State and Miami set for a nostalgic CFP clash, with the focus on now, not a flag from long ago
Read full article: Ohio State and Miami set for a nostalgic CFP clash, with the focus on now, not a flag from long agoOhio State and Miami are set to meet in the Cotton Bowl, a College Football Playoff quarterfinal, on New Year's Eve.
Miami freshman Malachi Toney redeems himself with winning touchdown in 10-3 victory over Texas A&M
Read full article: Miami freshman Malachi Toney redeems himself with winning touchdown in 10-3 victory over Texas A&MMalachi Toney’s tiebreaking 11-yard touchdown reception with less than two minutes left lifted No. 10 seed Miami to a 10-3 win over No. 7 Texas A&M in the College Football Playoff.
Old Dominion, South Florida coaches highlight Cure Bowl’s impact beyond football
Read full article: Old Dominion, South Florida coaches highlight Cure Bowl’s impact beyond footballThe bowl game, which has raised more than $6.3 million for cancer research over its 10-year history, holds special meaning for many participants, past and present.
Who’s going bowling in Orlando? Matchups announced for all 3 games at Camping World Stadium
Read full article: Who’s going bowling in Orlando? Matchups announced for all 3 games at Camping World StadiumOfficial announced the matchups for all three bowl games being played in Orlando on Sunday afternoon with some heavy hitters coming to Camping World Stadium.
With Florida legends on hand, new Gators coach Jon Sumrall promises to ‘just win a whole bunch’
Read full article: With Florida legends on hand, new Gators coach Jon Sumrall promises to ‘just win a whole bunch’Florida introduced new coach Jon Sumrall to much less fanfare than Lane Kiffin’s arrival would have created.
Could UCF host the Cheez-It Bowl, Pop Tart Bowl and the Florida Classic in 2026? Here’s what we know
Read full article: Could UCF host the Cheez-It Bowl, Pop Tart Bowl and the Florida Classic in 2026? Here’s what we knowThe Cheez-It Bowl, Pop Tart Bowl and the Florida Classic could have a new home in 2026, if approved by UCF officials this week.
Bears, Patriots, Jaguars clinch playoff berths in stunning first-year coaching turnarounds
Read full article: Bears, Patriots, Jaguars clinch playoff berths in stunning first-year coaching turnaroundsChicago, New England and Jacksonville have clinched playoff spots this week after disappointing 2024 seasons.
Trevor Lawrence’s 4 TDs propel Jaguars past Broncos 34-20, ending Denver’s 11-game winning streak
Read full article: Trevor Lawrence’s 4 TDs propel Jaguars past Broncos 34-20, ending Denver’s 11-game winning streakTrevor Lawrence threw three touchdown passes and ran for a score, leading the Jacksonville Jaguars to a 34-20 win over the Denver Broncos.
Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel declines to discuss his future after another embarrassing loss
Read full article: Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel declines to discuss his future after another embarrassing lossMiami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel has declined to address his future with the team after another embarrassing loss.
Bryce Young throws 2 TDs, Panthers finally beat Bucs 23-20 to take over first place in NFC South
Read full article: Bryce Young throws 2 TDs, Panthers finally beat Bucs 23-20 to take over first place in NFC SouthBryce Young threw for 191 yards and two touchdowns, Lathan Ransom intercepted Baker Mayfield with 42 seconds left and the Carolina Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 on Sunday to take over first place in the NFC South.
Joe Burrow throws for 309 yards and 4 TDs as Bengals rout Dolphins 45-21
Read full article: Joe Burrow throws for 309 yards and 4 TDs as Bengals rout Dolphins 45-21Joe Burrow rebounded from his first time being shut out to throw for 309 yards and four touchdowns as the Cincinnati Bengals routed the Miami Dolphins 45-21.
Jaguars overwhelm Jets from start to finish in 48-20 rout, reach 10 wins
Read full article: Jaguars overwhelm Jets from start to finish in 48-20 rout, reach 10 winsTrevor Lawrence accounted for six touchdowns, including a career-high five passing, and the Jacksonville Jaguars overwhelmed the New York Jets from start to finish in a 48-20 drubbing Sunday.
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Sydney to Hobart favorite Master Lock Comanche leads yacht race into the first night
Read full article: Sydney to Hobart favorite Master Lock Comanche leads yacht race into the first nightMaster Lock Comanche was leading defending champion LawConnect in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race late on the first day of the 80th running of the ocean race to the island state of Tasmania.
Vikings eliminate Lions with defense-dominating 23-10 victory, racking up 6 turnovers and 5 sacks
Read full article: Vikings eliminate Lions with defense-dominating 23-10 victory, racking up 6 turnovers and 5 sacksJordan Addison took a jet sweep handoff 65 yards for the game-sealing touchdown with 3:43 left after the Minnesota Vikings forced six turnovers and eliminated the Detroit Lions from contention for the playoffs with a 23-10 victory.
Lions eliminated after Goff's uncharacteristic giveaways in loss that sends Packers to playoffs
Read full article: Lions eliminated after Goff's uncharacteristic giveaways in loss that sends Packers to playoffsJared Goff and the Detroit Lions have gifted the division rival Green Bay Packers a spot in the playoffs.
Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler lead the way as Warriors beat Mavericks 126-116 on Christmas Day
Read full article: Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler lead the way as Warriors beat Mavericks 126-116 on Christmas DayStephen Curry scored 23 points and knocked down a key 3-pointer with 3:45 left to help seal it, Jimmy Butler added 14 points, nine assists and nine rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Dallas Mavericks 126-116.
Tyler Kolek chases down Donovan Mitchell for a block and helps the Knicks catch the Cavaliers
Read full article: Tyler Kolek chases down Donovan Mitchell for a block and helps the Knicks catch the CavaliersTyler Kolek sprinted back to chase down Donovan Mitchell and had enough energy left to gloat about his defensive stop afterward.
Dak Prescott throws for 307 yards and 2 TDs to lead Cowboys past skidding Commanders 30-23
Read full article: Dak Prescott throws for 307 yards and 2 TDs to lead Cowboys past skidding Commanders 30-23Dak Prescott threw for 307 yards and two touchdowns, and the Dallas Cowboys blew most of an 18-point lead before squeezing past the Washington Commanders 30-23.
Brunson and the reserves lead a Christmas comeback as the Knicks beat the Cavaliers 126-124
Read full article: Brunson and the reserves lead a Christmas comeback as the Knicks beat the Cavaliers 126-124Jalen Brunson scored 34 points, reserve Jordan Clarkson had 25 and the New York Knicks came from 17 down in the fourth quarter to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 126-124 on Thursday and win on Christmas Day for the third straight year.
Jaguars CB Jourdan Lewis to have season-ending foot surgery, AP source says
Read full article: Jaguars CB Jourdan Lewis to have season-ending foot surgery, AP source saysA person familiar with the injury says Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jourdan Lewis will have season-ending foot surgery.
John Robertson, two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, dies at 72
Read full article: John Robertson, two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, dies at 72John Robertson, a former Scotland winger who won the European Cup twice with Nottingham Forest and scored the only goal in the 1980 final, has died.