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Packers shut down Rodgers; QB placed on IR

The Green Bay Packers placed quarterback Aaron Rodgers on injured reserve Tuesday, one day after they were eliminated from contention for a playoff spot.

UNC women's hoops coach Sylvia Hatchell nets 1,000th win

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) North Carolina coach Sylvia Hatchell has become the third women’s Division I coach to net her 1,000th career victory.

Packers place Aaron Rodgers on injured reserve

We won’t see Aaron Rodgers again in 2017. The Packers announced on Tuesday that they have placed Rodgers on injured reserve less than a week after he returned to the active roster from another stint on the list. Rodgers missed eight weeks after breaking his collarbone and was less than 100 percent recovered

12/19: Redskins Make Roster Moves

LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. – The Washington Redskins announced today that they have made the following roster moves: The Redskins signed the following practice squad player to their active roster: S Fish Smithson The Redskins signed the following player to their practice squad: DL Tavaris Barnes The Redskins

Redskins Place Montae Nicholson On Injured Reserve, Sign Fish Smithson

A fourth-round pick out of Michigan State, Montae Nicholson appeared in eight games during his rookie season before being placed on Injured Reserve. The Washington Redskins announced on Tuesday that they have placed safety Montae Nicholson on Injured Reserve. In a corresponding move, the team has signed

Chuck Pagano: Andrew Luck’s been through hell

Colts quarterback Andrew Luck is expected back in the United States soon after traveling to Europe for treatment on his injured shoulder and an upcoming throwing program will reportedly determine if he needs to have biceps surgery before trying to get back on the field. Whenever Luck does return to action

Rangers' Perez hurts non-throwing elbow in mishap with bull

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Texas Rangers left-hander Martin Perez broke his non-pitching elbow in a mishap with a bull and is likely to miss the start of the season.

Justin Thomas raking in cash and playing for trophies

Justin Thomas has earned about $25 million in his three years on the PGA Tour. That includes his bonus from winning the FedEx Cup this year. It does not include endorsement money from the likes of Titleist, Citi and Polo.

Lakers' Brook Lopez has sprained ankle, will be reevaluated

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) Center Brook Lopez sprained his right ankle during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 116-114 loss to the Golden State Warriors.

American's basketball ban in Italy reduced on appeal

ROME (AP) The Italian Basketball Federation appeals court has reduced American player Dearica Hamby’s suspension from three months to four games.

Early signing period creates more challenges for new coaches

An active coaching carousel has added more uncertainty to this week’s early signing period and its impact on this year’s recruiting cycle.

Lions put T.J. Jones on injured reserve

The Lions will be down a wide receiver for the final two games of the season (and, they hope, the playoffs). T.J. Jones has been placed on injured reserve, the team announced today. Jones suffered a shoulder injury Saturday against the Bears. The Lions’ No. 3 wide receiver, Jones is fifth on the team

'The Ghost to the Post' 1977 AFC Divisional Round: Colts vs. Raiders highlights

This game is most famous for “The Ghost to the Post,” a play in which Dave “The Ghost” Casper caught a 42-yard pass to set up a game-tying field goal. Casper also scored the winning touchdown in double overtime.

Three offseason options for suddenly dominant Blake Bortles

Blake Bortles is the NFL’s best quarterback this season — in December. Seriously. That means the Jaguars have an interesting decision to make this offseason. Plus, more lessons from Week 15.

Catch rule is 'tough' but 'clearly stated,' says Patriots' Bill Belichick

The Patriots was asked about the catch rule that negated a Steelers touchdown on Sunday.

Tre’Davious White: Winning would be the best revenge

The NFL suspended Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski for a game after he hit Bills cornerback Tre’Davious White with a forearm to the back of the head at the end of a play in the first meeting between the teams this year. Bills safety Jordan Poyer said that players would have Gronkowski’s hit on

Tomlin expects NFL catch rule 'to be revisited'

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin, a member of the NFL’s competition committee, expects the league’s catch rule to be “revisited” in the offseason after Sunday’s controversial ruling helped lead to his team’s defeat against the Patriots.

Diddy can't stop, won't stop in bid for Panthers

Sean Combs’ interest in buying Jerry Richardson’s stake in the team is “real,” sources say, and Colin Kaepernick is working to form a diverse investment group.

AP source: Kent State hiring Syracuse assistant Lewis

CLEVELAND (AP) A person familiar with the decision says Kent State is hiring Syracuse offensive assistant Sean Lewis as its new coach.

Pagano: Injured Luck has 'been through hell'

Colts quarterback Andrew Luck has been through hell in his shoulder rehabilitation, coach Chuck Pagano said.

Bills' White: Best revenge vs. Gronk is to win

Bills CB Tre’Davious White said he’s “moved on” from the hit that resulted in a suspension for Rob Gronkowski and doesn’t plan any retaliation Sunday.

Big Ben: Should've listened to my gut on INT

Everyone was expecting Ben Roethlisberger to spike the ball in the final seconds against New England, but he instead ran a play he wishes he could have back.

Steelers' injured Brown ruled out vs. Texans

The Steelers will be without star wide receiver Antonio Brown for at least Sunday’s game against the Texans because of a lower leg contusion.

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Miami Dolphins continue to be stuck in rut as consistently average

The Miami Dolphins will finish at .500 or worse for the eighth time in the past nine seasons.

Vikings Snap Counts: Veterans Robison, Newman still game changers

Once again, the high level of play from veterans Brian Robison and Terence Newman was a big factor in the Vikings’ 34-7 win over the Cincinnati Bengals.

Steelers star Brown out vs. Texans, Conner done for season

PITTSBURGH (AP) Steelers coach Mike Tomlin says star receiver Antonio Brown will miss Pittsburgh’s Christmas Day visit to Houston with a contusion on his left calf.

Oklahoma superintendent's job at risk after school assault

TULSA, Okla. (AP) An Oklahoma school board is set to consider the resignation of its superintendent amid an investigation accusing several officials of failing to immediately alert police after a 16-year-old football player said he was sexually assaulted by teammates.

Mavericks sign Collinsworth to 2-way contract, waive pair

DALLAS (AP) The Dallas Mavericks have signed guard Kyle Collinsworth to a two-way contract and requested waivers on guard-forward Antonius Cleveland and center Jeff Withey.