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Lions stage huge rally to claim the Big Ten title
- December 05, 2016
MI came in at No. 6 and Big 12 champion Oklahoma also did not make the cut. But they have not done enough to warrant a place in the College Football Playoff . At the end of the season, the four highest-ranked teams fill out the four Playoff spots. Comparing scores can be a fool's errand, but it's foolish to think a Washington team that played an embarrassing non-conference schedule of Rutgers, Idaho and Portland State can hang with the Crimson Tide. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
MI came in at No. 6 and Big 12 champion Oklahoma also did not make the cut. But they have not done enough to warrant a place in the College Football Playoff . At the end of the season, the four highest-ranked teams fill out the four Playoff spots. Comparing scores can be a fool's errand, but it's foolish to think a Washington team that played an embarrassing non-conference schedule of Rutgers, Idaho and Portland State can hang with the Crimson Tide. (more...)
Two more ex-players speak out
- December 05, 2016
Ex-Crewe midfielder Steve Walters and former Manchester City forward David White also say they were abused by Bennell, while former England global Paul Stewart has described the abuse he suffered from an unnamed youth coach as a child over a four-year period. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
Ex-Crewe midfielder Steve Walters and former Manchester City forward David White also say they were abused by Bennell, while former England global Paul Stewart has described the abuse he suffered from an unnamed youth coach as a child over a four-year period. (more...)
College bowl teams, schedule announced
- December 05, 2016
While most analysts felt Clemson would play Ohio State and Washington would face Alabama in the semifinals, there was talk that Penn State or even MI could sneak into the final four. Cutting through all the numbers and all the discussion, the biggest reason the committee took Washington over Penn State was because it had only one loss and Penn State had two. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
While most analysts felt Clemson would play Ohio State and Washington would face Alabama in the semifinals, there was talk that Penn State or even MI could sneak into the final four. Cutting through all the numbers and all the discussion, the biggest reason the committee took Washington over Penn State was because it had only one loss and Penn State had two. (more...)
Clemson heading to Phoenix for College Football Playoff
- December 05, 2016
The betting line opened at Ohio State by 3.5. That victory gave the Tigers their second consecutive Atlantic Coast Conference championship. If we've learned anything about the College Football Playoff selection process during its first three years, it's that, while the criteria for selection may change on an annual basis, there's always at least one team feeling left out of the party. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
The betting line opened at Ohio State by 3.5. That victory gave the Tigers their second consecutive Atlantic Coast Conference championship. If we've learned anything about the College Football Playoff selection process during its first three years, it's that, while the criteria for selection may change on an annual basis, there's always at least one team feeling left out of the party. (more...)
MLB players, owners have tentative labor deal
- December 05, 2016
Most of the previous agreement will remain in the new CBA. "Every negotiation I've been a part of now, which is three, there's things that every side is looking to get, there's things that each side is looking to improve the game as a whole that they believe will help both sides, and so you whittle through it all", Guthrie said. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
Most of the previous agreement will remain in the new CBA. "Every negotiation I've been a part of now, which is three, there's things that every side is looking to get, there's things that each side is looking to improve the game as a whole that they believe will help both sides, and so you whittle through it all", Guthrie said. (more...)
MLB players, owners reach tentative labour deal
- December 05, 2016
The new agreement, then, is not significantly different from the old one. Instead, by reaching a tentative agreement , with some details to be worked out and language formalized, they extended the labor peace that has followed the acrimonious 1994-95 strike. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
The new agreement, then, is not significantly different from the old one. Instead, by reaching a tentative agreement , with some details to be worked out and language formalized, they extended the labor peace that has followed the acrimonious 1994-95 strike. (more...)
Jill Stein to Take Pennsylvania Recount Fight to Federal Court
- December 05, 2016
The results in all three states would need to be overturned for Clinton, whose campaign is not actively seeking recounts but said it will assist in Stein's efforts, to become the president-elect instead of Trump. Earlier in the day, Stein's campaign withdrew from a state lawsuit to force a Pennsylvania recount . Goldsmith was asking skeptical questions Sunday about Stein's request to start the recount immediately. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
The results in all three states would need to be overturned for Clinton, whose campaign is not actively seeking recounts but said it will assist in Stein's efforts, to become the president-elect instead of Trump. Earlier in the day, Stein's campaign withdrew from a state lawsuit to force a Pennsylvania recount . Goldsmith was asking skeptical questions Sunday about Stein's request to start the recount immediately. (more...)
Man United concedes late penalty, draws 1-1 at Everton
- December 05, 2016
The hosts scored three goals in the final 14 minutes to win on Sunday, securing their first ever victory over the Reds . From a slow start, in which Origi's failure to turn in Nathaniel Clyne's inviting low cross was the only serious attempt on goal, Liverpool began to dominate and scored twice in successive attacks. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
The hosts scored three goals in the final 14 minutes to win on Sunday, securing their first ever victory over the Reds . From a slow start, in which Origi's failure to turn in Nathaniel Clyne's inviting low cross was the only serious attempt on goal, Liverpool began to dominate and scored twice in successive attacks. (more...)
Vettel rules himself out of Mercedes drive?
- December 05, 2016
Rosberg, who emulated his father Keke by winning the drivers' title, explained his decision to retire by saying: "I have climbed my mountain, I am on the peak, so this feels right". "It is a very fearless one because it is much easier to carry on, but if he feels it is time to stop, it is time to stop". The popular names that cropped up were Sebastian Vettel, Pascal Wehrlein, and Fernando Alonso. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
Rosberg, who emulated his father Keke by winning the drivers' title, explained his decision to retire by saying: "I have climbed my mountain, I am on the peak, so this feels right". "It is a very fearless one because it is much easier to carry on, but if he feels it is time to stop, it is time to stop". The popular names that cropped up were Sebastian Vettel, Pascal Wehrlein, and Fernando Alonso. (more...)
Giants' Ben McAdoo on Offensive Troubles: 'It's Just Consistency'
- December 05, 2016
Both of Manning's interceptions came near the Pittsburgh goal line and the Giants missed on all three of their fourth-down attempts. Beckham was visibly frustrated, particularly with plays by Steelers safety Mike Mitchell , like the one below. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
Both of Manning's interceptions came near the Pittsburgh goal line and the Giants missed on all three of their fourth-down attempts. Beckham was visibly frustrated, particularly with plays by Steelers safety Mike Mitchell , like the one below. (more...)
Jill Stein's Recount Parade Heads to MI
- December 05, 2016
Bush hung in the balance. "The people of MI and all Americans deserve a voting system we can trust", Stein said in a statement on Wednesday as she filed for a recount. Officials say clerks will be allowed to use machines if they wish, but those machines must be tested with others watching to make sure each ballot is counted accurately. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
Bush hung in the balance. "The people of MI and all Americans deserve a voting system we can trust", Stein said in a statement on Wednesday as she filed for a recount. Officials say clerks will be allowed to use machines if they wish, but those machines must be tested with others watching to make sure each ballot is counted accurately. (more...)
England beats Argentina 27-14 despite early sending-off
- December 05, 2016
With his pre-match verbal offensive gathering steam, Jones delivered some rich compliments to his former team, declaring the Wallabies were much better now than when beaten 3-0 at home by England in June at the start of the worldwide season. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
With his pre-match verbal offensive gathering steam, Jones delivered some rich compliments to his former team, declaring the Wallabies were much better now than when beaten 3-0 at home by England in June at the start of the worldwide season. (more...)
Wenger: What we produced was 'not Arsenal'
- December 05, 2016
I always try to avoid players having surgery as it creates anxiety. That was the objective. "I regret that we lost the game", said Wenger. Jack Wilshere says he wants to keep performing consistently for Bournemouth in order to win a new contract at parent club Arsenal . (more...)
- December 05, 2016
I always try to avoid players having surgery as it creates anxiety. That was the objective. "I regret that we lost the game", said Wenger. Jack Wilshere says he wants to keep performing consistently for Bournemouth in order to win a new contract at parent club Arsenal . (more...)
Bud Selig selected for Hall of Fame
- December 05, 2016
He was elected in his first time on the ballot, which required at least 12 votes from the 16-man committee. "On behalf of everyone at the Milwaukee Brewers, I congratulate Commissioner Emeritus Selig on his election to the Hall of Fame, the highest honor in our sport". (more...)
- December 05, 2016
He was elected in his first time on the ballot, which required at least 12 votes from the 16-man committee. "On behalf of everyone at the Milwaukee Brewers, I congratulate Commissioner Emeritus Selig on his election to the Hall of Fame, the highest honor in our sport". (more...)
Faf du Plessis to face ICC ball tampering hearing in Adelaide
- December 05, 2016
South Africa are refusing to budge on their legal defence of their skipper's integrity. Du Plessis says he has been made a "scapegoat" by the ICC over the issue and believes shining the ball and ball tampering are separate issues. The batsman was cleared to face Australia in the third Test, but was fined by the ICC after footage emerged of him applying saliva from a mint or sweet to the ball during the encounter in Hobart. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
South Africa are refusing to budge on their legal defence of their skipper's integrity. Du Plessis says he has been made a "scapegoat" by the ICC over the issue and believes shining the ball and ball tampering are separate issues. The batsman was cleared to face Australia in the third Test, but was fined by the ICC after footage emerged of him applying saliva from a mint or sweet to the ball during the encounter in Hobart. (more...)
And Now, The McKnight Case Will Get Completely Out Of Control
- December 05, 2016
The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office issued a release Friday night describing the incident that occurred on February 20, 2006, between Gasser and a 51-year-old white male at the same intersection where McKnight was killed Thursday in Terrytown, La. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office issued a release Friday night describing the incident that occurred on February 20, 2006, between Gasser and a 51-year-old white male at the same intersection where McKnight was killed Thursday in Terrytown, La. (more...)
Penn State Finishes No. 5, Headed To Rose Bowl
- December 05, 2016
You know, we fight harder when we're down. Penn State will take on No. 9 USC in the Rose Bowl Game Presented by Northwestern Mutual. Though Washington might not feel as comfortable as the other two. And if it does, which one? "From a defensive standpoint, from starting field position differential, the edge was to Washington", Hocutt said. Penn State is ranked No. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
You know, we fight harder when we're down. Penn State will take on No. 9 USC in the Rose Bowl Game Presented by Northwestern Mutual. Though Washington might not feel as comfortable as the other two. And if it does, which one? "From a defensive standpoint, from starting field position differential, the edge was to Washington", Hocutt said. Penn State is ranked No. (more...)
Patriots TE Gronkowski placed on injured reserve
- December 05, 2016
He missed the November 20 game against San Francisco; when he returned last week against the New York Jets, he left late in the first quarter with a back injury. Gronk told Jay Glazer of FOX Sports that he does not plan on retiring anytime soon, despite this being his third back surgery . Gronkowski has been limited due to injury and has only caught 25 passes this year but for an awesome 21.6 yards per catch average. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
He missed the November 20 game against San Francisco; when he returned last week against the New York Jets, he left late in the first quarter with a back injury. Gronk told Jay Glazer of FOX Sports that he does not plan on retiring anytime soon, despite this being his third back surgery . Gronkowski has been limited due to injury and has only caught 25 passes this year but for an awesome 21.6 yards per catch average. (more...)
Aubameyang on fire as Dortmund crush Gladbach
- December 05, 2016
Aubameyang's double takes the Gabon striker to 15 Bundesliga goals for the season, and the 27-year-old acknowledged that, while he is determined to help the team achieve their collective goals, he is also focused on finishing the campaign as the league's leading scorer. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
Aubameyang's double takes the Gabon striker to 15 Bundesliga goals for the season, and the 27-year-old acknowledged that, while he is determined to help the team achieve their collective goals, he is also focused on finishing the campaign as the league's leading scorer. (more...)
Woodburn Makes History, Ejaria Shines As Liverpool, Hull Reach EFL Cup Semis
- December 05, 2016
Everyone's talking about Ben Woodburn Liverpool qualified for the final four of the EFL Cup on Tuesday night as they beat Leeds United 2-0 at Anfield . Klopp again demonstrated his confidence in Liverpool's academy prospects by starting Alexander-Arnold and Ovie Ejaria against Leeds , though he admitted Woodburn's goal enriched the quarter-final win. (more...)
- December 05, 2016
Everyone's talking about Ben Woodburn Liverpool qualified for the final four of the EFL Cup on Tuesday night as they beat Leeds United 2-0 at Anfield . Klopp again demonstrated his confidence in Liverpool's academy prospects by starting Alexander-Arnold and Ovie Ejaria against Leeds , though he admitted Woodburn's goal enriched the quarter-final win. (more...)
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