NFL Christmas Game Day: Cowboys beat Commanders 30-23, Vikings defeat Lions 23-10

The Dallas Cowboys beat the Washington Commanders 30-23, and the Minnesota Vikings defeated the Detroit Lions 23-10, with the Lions loss eliminating them from playoff contention and helping the Green Bay Packers clinch a spot. The Cowboys
Alpine skier Lindsey Vonn completes comeback to earn spot on Team USA in 2026 Winter Olympics

Nearly eight years after her last Olympic appearance and five years after stepping away from competition, 41-year-old Lindsey Vonn has officially qualified to represent the United States at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.
2026 NFL Pro Bowl Games rosters are announced

The NFL has revealed the full AFC and NFC lineups for the 2026 Pro Bowl Games, setting the stage for the league’s annual all-star showcase during the week of Super Bowl LX. The NFL will again forgo
Steelers’ WR DK Metcalf suspended two games after altercation with Lions fan during Sunday’s game

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has been suspended two games without pay by the NFL after an on-field altercation between himself and a Detroit Lions fan during Sunday’s 29-24 Steelers win at Ford Field. According to
NY Mets trade veteran Jeff McNeil to the A’s in exchange for rookie pitcher Yordan Rodriguez

The New York Mets have traded veteran infielder Jeff McNeil to the Oakland Athletics in exchange for right-handed pitcher Yordan Rodriguez. The McNeil trade marks another notable move for the Mets, who have seen significant turnover this
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy ruled out at halftime with hand injury in 16-13 win against Giants

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy was ruled out of play after halftime Sunday against the New York Giants after suffering a right-hand injury late in the second quarter, yet another setback in an injury-filled season. The injury
Browns’ rookie RB Quinshon Judkins fractures fibula, dislocates ankle in 23-20 loss against Bills

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins was ruled out of Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills after suffering a serious injury late in the first half. The Bills went on to win the game 23-20, with
Rams’ WR Puka Nacua apologizes for antisemitic touchdown celebration during livestream

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua issued a public apology Thursday after agreeing on a livestream to use a touchdown celebration that was later widely criticized as antisemitic. Nacua said he did not understand the meaning
Retired NASCAR champion Greg Biffle, wife and children among 7 killed in plane crash

Retired NASCAR champion Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina Grossu Biffle and their two children were among seven people killed in a plane crash in North Carolina on Thursday morning. Rep. Richard Hudson, a friend of the family,
Ohio University head coach Brian Smith fired for cause due to ‘serious professional misconduct’

Ohio University dismissed head football coach Brian Smith for cause on Wednesday, citing a contract violation tied to “engaging in serious professional misconduct and participating in activities that reflect unfavorably on the University.” School officials did not