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November 26, 2025

 

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Oregon quarterback Dante Moore (5) runs the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Minnesota Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, in Eugene, Ore.

College football rankings start juggling act at 6-7, while top 5 remain the same

The College Football Playoff rankings placed the spotlight on, where else this year, “6-7" — flip-flopping Oregon and Ole Miss in those spots while keeping their top five teams the same in Tuesday night’s reveal. Read More.

Luka Doncic criticizes the NBA Cup court, but praises Lakers for support in late-game skirmish with Clippers’ nemesis Kris Dunn

Luka Doncic was not pleased by the special NBA Cup court at the Los Angeles Lakers' downtown arena, calling it “slippery” and "dangerous." Read More.

Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

The Olympic flame began its journey Wednesday to the Milan Cortina Winter Games — missing a little of its usual magic. Read More.

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Beyond the score

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, left, catches a touchdown pass ahead of Tennessee Titans safety Amani Hooker (37) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Myles Garrett put two NFL records in jeopardy before Thanksgiving

Jaxon Smith-Njigba already wrapped up the most prolific receiving season in Seattle history and is on pace to be the NFL's first 2,000-yard receiver. Read More.

Cristiano Ronaldo set to avoid ban at World Cup after FIFA red-card verdict offers probation

Cristiano Ronaldo will likely avoid missing any Portugal games at the World Cup despite his red card in a qualifying game for elbowing an Ireland opponent. Read More.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow excited for long-awaited return and Thanksgiving stage against Ravens

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow confirmed on Tuesday that he’ll be returning on Thanksgiving night to start against the Baltimore Ravens. Read More.

 

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The UEFA Playoff tree is shown on a screen next to Manolo Zubiria, Chief Tournament Officer for the FIFA World Cup 2026, left, and host Melanie Winiger during the FIFA World Cup 2026 playoff draw in Zurich, Switzerland, Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025.

2026 World Cup draw can separate top-ranked Spain, Argentina, France and England until semifinals

The 2026 World Cup draw next week will reward the four highest-ranked teams — Spain, Argentina, France and England — who will be placed in separate sections of a new tennis-style seeded tournament bracket. Read More.

Final Four feel in Las Vegas: Top women’s basketball teams clash in Players Era tourney

Eyes will be on Las Vegas this week when three of the top four teams in the country play in the Players Era Women's Championship. Read More.

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