Buffalo Bills defeat Jacksonville Jaguars 27-24 in AFC wild-card playoff

Bills’ quarterback Josh Allen delivered a breakout postseason road performance Sunday, lifting the Buffalo Bills to a 27-24 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars in an AFC wild-card thriller marked by constant momentum swings. Allen threw for 273
Notre Dame releases statement after battery claims involving head coach Marcus Freeman

The University of Notre Dame has firmly denied allegations that football coach Marcus Freeman assaulted a high school wrestling coach during an incident at a youth tournament earlier this month, saying video evidence clears him of any
Tensions flare in Minneapolis, as state officials are blocked by FBI from probe of ICE shooting

Tensions escalated and clashes erupted in Minneapolis after a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer fatally shot a 37-year-old woman during a protest Wednesday, triggering conflicting accounts from federal and state officials and prompting outrage nationwide. The
Senate advances war powers resolution to restrict further military strikes on Venezuela

On Thursday, the U.S. Senate moved to restrict President Donald Trump’s ability to carry out additional military operations in or against Venezuela without explicit congressional approval, advancing a bipartisan war powers resolution amid growing concern over the
Miami Dolphins fire head coach Mike McDaniel after four seasons

The Miami Dolphins announced Thursday that they have fired head coach Mike McDaniel, signaling a reset for the franchise following another disappointing season. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, team owner Stephen Ross met with McDaniel earlier this week
Washington Commanders CB Marshon Lattimore arrested in Ohio on weapon charges

Washington Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore was taken into custody Wednesday night in suburban Cleveland following a traffic stop that led to potential weapons charges, according to police records and local reports. The incident occurred around 6:14 p.m.
ICE agent fatally shoots woman in vehicle during immigration-related operation in Minneapolis

A woman was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer during a federal immigration operation in south Minneapolis on Wednesday, prompting sharp disputes between federal officials, local leaders, and witnesses, as well as renewed protests
U.S. military seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker and second ship, both linked to Venezuela

U.S. forces seized two oil tankers tied to Venezuela on Wednesday — one in the North Atlantic and another in the Caribbean — escalating Washington’s global effort to enforce sanctions and block what officials describe as illicit
Chicago Cubs acquire starting pitcher Edward Cabrera from Miami Marlins

The Chicago Cubs have acquired Miami Marlins right-handed starter Edward Cabrera in exchange for top prospects outfielder Owen Caissie, infielder Cristian Hernandez and infielder Edgardo De Leon (according to SportsGrid.) Neither team has confirmed the deal. ESPN’s
Alabama QB Ty Simpson announces he will enter 2026 NFL Draft

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson announced Wednesday that he will forgo his final year of eligibility and enter the 2026 NFL Draft, closing the book on a four-year career in Tuscaloosa highlighted by a strong first season as