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QB Stoudt cues the rout: Tigers overwhelm Sooners
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QB Stoudt cues the rout: Tigers overwhelm Sooners

December 29, 2014

A rare Oklahoma “victory” – cornerback Jordan Thomas (7) breaks up a pass intended for Clemson wide receiver Germone Hopper Monday night in the Russell Athletic Bowl in Orlando, Florida.John…

NFL teams courting Manning’s offensive coordinator
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NFL teams courting Manning’s offensive coordinator

December 29, 2014

If Adam Gase’s advice is good enough for Peyton Manning … Gase, Denver’s offensive coordinator, and other Broncos assistants, are a hot commodity as several NFL teams looks for new…

Allen leads Aggies past WVU 45-37 in Liberty Bowl
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Allen leads Aggies past WVU 45-37 in Liberty Bowl

December 29, 2014

Monday’s Liberty Bowl was all Texas A&M quarterback Kyle Allen – he threw four touchdown passes and ran for a fifth score in the Aggies’ 45-37 victory over West Virginia…

Big moves: Star linemen lead Ducks, FSU to playoff
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Big moves: Star linemen lead Ducks, FSU to playoff

December 29, 2014

Although they weren’t counted on in Sunday’s practice, Oregon’s star-studded offensive line looks to open holes for running back Royce Freeman on New Year’s Day.Kelvin Kuo/Associated Press That was the…

Lions DT Suh suspended for playoff game
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Lions DT Suh suspended for playoff game

December 29, 2014

Detroit’s Ndamukong Suh was fined $100,000 for an illegal block on Minnesota Vikings center John Sullivan, right, last season. His most recent indiscretions will be a bit more costly –…

Buccaneers ‘earn’ first overall draft pick
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Buccaneers ‘earn’ first overall draft pick

December 29, 2014

It was a long, anguishing season for Tampa Bay Buccaneers tackle Kevin Pamphile and the Bucs, but they were “rewarded” for their struggles with the No. 1 pick in next…

AP source: Harbaugh takes Michigan job
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AP source: Harbaugh takes Michigan job

December 29, 2014

San Francisco head coach Jim Harbaugh and the 49ers parted ways Sunday, opening the door for conversations with Michigan on Monday, according to a report.Marcio Jose Sanchez/Associated Press The person…

Jets, Bears, Falcons fire head coaches
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Jets, Bears, Falcons fire head coaches

December 29, 2014

The Atlanta Falcons released head coach Mike Smith from his contract after missing the playoffs with a 6-10 record, while the Chicago Bears fired head coach Marc Trestman and General…

Mo’ne Davis wins AP Female Athlete of the Year
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Mo’ne Davis wins AP Female Athlete of the Year

December 29, 2014

Pennsylvania’s Mo’ne Davis won hearts and Little League games – and now The Associated Press 2014 Female Athlete of the Year.Gene J. Puskar/Associated Press file photo A vote by U.S.…

Allen leads Arkansas over Texas 31-7 in Texas Bowl
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Allen leads Arkansas over Texas 31-7 in Texas Bowl

December 28, 2014

Texas defensive back Dylan Haines (44) breaks up a pass intended for Arkansas tight end Hunter Henry, but little else went right for the Longhorns in their home state Monday…

Harbaugh, 49ers agree to part ways
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Harbaugh, 49ers agree to part ways

December 28, 2014

San Francisco head coach Jim Harbaugh celebrates with 49ers fullback Bruce Miller (center) and running back Alfonso Smith (right) after Miller scored a touchdown Sunday, allowing Harbaugh to go out…

Broncos rout Raiders 47-14, clinch first-round bye
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Broncos rout Raiders 47-14, clinch first-round bye

December 28, 2014

Not rest and relaxation, but rehab and revitalization. “I think to win 12 games with the schedule that we had was a good thing,” Manning said after being held without…

While Pats, Broncos top AFC, Ravens lurk at No. 6
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While Pats, Broncos top AFC, Ravens lurk at No. 6

December 28, 2014

For the fifth consecutive year with Joe Flacco at quarterback, the Baltimore Ravens qualified for the playoffs with their victory over Cleveland on Sunday and San Diego’s loss to Kansas…

Sweden’s Hector reaches podium peak
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Sweden’s Hector reaches podium peak

December 28, 2014

Sara Hector of Sweden surprised even herself by winning the women’s World Cup giant slalom Sunday in Kuehtai, Austria.Pier Marco Tacca/Associated Press Just two weeks after coming second in a…

Lowry’s double-double leads Raptors over Nuggets
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Lowry’s double-double leads Raptors over Nuggets

December 27, 2014

Denver Nuggets forward J.J. Hickson, front, fights for control of a rebound with Toronto Raptors guard Terrence Ross, but for the most part, Sunday night’s game wasn’t much of a…

Kane helps Blackhawks to 5-2 win over Avs
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Kane helps Blackhawks to 5-2 win over Avs

December 27, 2014

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Zach Redmond (22) wrestles with Chicago Blackhawks center Andrew Shaw (65) in front of Avalanche goalie Calvin Pickard (31) as Blackhawks left wing Brandon Saad (20) looks…

Jameis Winston is in his ‘sanctuary’ at Rose Bowl
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Jameis Winston is in his ‘sanctuary’ at Rose Bowl

December 27, 2014

Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston is at ease in the sun of Southern California.Chuck Burton/Associated Press file photo In his first public appearance since he was cleared of violating Florida…

South Carolina tops Miami 24-21 in Independence Bowl
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South Carolina tops Miami 24-21 in Independence Bowl

December 27, 2014

South Carolina linebacker Jonathan Walton (28) and Skai Moore had much to celebrate Saturday in the Independence Bowl in Shreveport, La.Rogelio V. Solis/Associated Press “We’re going to chuck it down…

Arizona State beats Duke 36-31 in Sun Bowl
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Arizona State beats Duke 36-31 in Sun Bowl

December 27, 2014

Jaelen Strong and Arizona State were just a little too strong for Duke on Saturday in the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.Victor Calzada/Associated Press When he got his chance,…

Virginia Tech beats Cincy 33-17 in Military Bowl
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Virginia Tech beats Cincy 33-17 in Military Bowl

December 27, 2014

Virginia Tech running back J.C. Coleman was the difference Saturday, here running past Cincinnati linebacker Jeff Luc for a touchdown in the Military Bowl in Annapolis, Md.Nick Wass/Associated Press The…

Kentucky takes elbow, delivers knockout punch
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Kentucky takes elbow, delivers knockout punch

December 27, 2014

Kentucky’s Andrew Harrison, right, and the Wildcats had a little too much for Louisville and Mangok Mathiang on Saturday.Timothy D. Easley/Associated Press The Wildcats didn’t because freshman guard Tyler Ulis…

Broncos see a much better Raiders team this time
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Broncos see a much better Raiders team this time

December 27, 2014

Not long ago, it appeared Manning would be going for an NFL record 55 consecutive games with a touchdown throw and Carr would be trying to steer his team away…

Kessler leads No. 24 USC to 45-42 win over Huskers
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Kessler leads No. 24 USC to 45-42 win over Huskers

December 26, 2014

Southern California wide receiver George Farmer and the Trojans just cleared Nebraska and safety Corey Cooper, right, and cornerback Daniel Davie on Saturday night in the Holiday Bowl in San…

Rutgers beats North Carolina in Quick Lane Bowl
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Rutgers beats North Carolina in Quick Lane Bowl

December 26, 2014

Rutgers running back Robert Martin (7) gets a lift from offensive lineman Betim Bujari after he gave Rutgers a lift with a touchdown Friday in the Quick Lane Bowl in…

High-scoring offenses create longer college games
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High-scoring offenses create longer college games

December 26, 2014

TCU quarterback Trevone Boykin (2) and running back Kyle Hicks celebrate after a touchdown against Texas Tech in the second half of an NCAA college football game in October in…

Anderson: post-game petulance was out of character
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Anderson: post-game petulance was out of character

December 26, 2014

Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson (22) tried to fend off Cincinnati’s Steven Johnson (53) – and the media after the game, but has apologized profusely for that and is…