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Bryce Harper's agent opened contract talk with Nationals

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) With Bryce Harper a year from free agency, the agent for Washington’s star opened contract talk with the Nationals.

Injured WR Robert Woods plans to return for Rams vs Seahawks

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) Robert Woods is ready to rejoin the Los Angeles Rams’ playoff push.

Claiborne, Forte sit out practice for Jets

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) New York Jets cornerback Morris Claiborne and running back Matt Forte were among a handful of players who sat out practice with injuries.

Injured right-hander Volquez released by Miami Marlins

MIAMI (AP) Injured right-hander Edinson Volquez has been released by the Miami Marlins, who might bring him back on a minor league contract.

Goff, Rams aim to measure up against Seahawks (Dec 17, 2017)

The Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks square off in a critical NFC West game in the Pacific Northwest on Sunday.

Kamara among Saints regulars back, but some still missing

METAIRIE, La. (AP) Rookie running back Alvin Kamara and several other recently injured Saints returned to practice Wednesday, providing New Orleans hope of getting back several regulars as the club tries to hold on to a slim lead atop the NFC South.

3rd Ashes test hit by reports of match-fixing, ICC to probe

PERTH, Australia (AP) Cricket Australia says it will cooperate with the International Cricket Council’s anti-corruption unit investigation into a British newspaper report that bookmakers have offered to fix parts of the third Ashes test.

Murder trial in case of slain Tennessee teen reaches jury

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Jurors are set to begin deliberations in a murder trial involving the 2015 death of a Tennessee teenager who shielded friends from gunfire and was posthumously hailed as a hero by then-President Barack Obama.

REPORT: Angels trade for Tigers 2B Ian Kinsler

Kinsler hit 22 homers and knocked in 52 RBI last season.

Torey Lovullo on J.D. Martinez

Torey Lovullo discusses the Dbacks filling the void if J.D. Martinez cannot be re-signed and the balancing act teams face in signing free agents to long-term contracts.

Northern Arizona hires Washington State's Marlow as AD

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) Northern Arizona has hired Washington State deputy director of athletics Mike Marlow as its next athletic director.

Durable Vikings DE Griffen: 'I take care of my body'

Despite being banged up by injuries, Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen isn’t slowing down.

Patriots looking to bounce back vs. Steelers (Dec 17, 2017)

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Tom Brady made it very clear that Monday night’s loss in Miami didn’t sit well with him and his New England Patriots teammates.

Healthier Bears' defense looks to hold it together.

LAKE FOREST , Ill. (AP) Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio thinks the end this season can look different, even if the circumstances seem very familiar.

Raiders put aside frustration of down season for stretch run

ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) The anger over a lopsided loss in Kansas City that crushed Oakland’s playoff hopes and raised questions about how a team could come out so flat in such an important game has finally simmered.

Durable Vikings DE Griffen: 'I take care of my body.'

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) Everson Griffen revealed this week the foot problem that sidelined him for one of Minnesota’s game last month was a plantar fascia injury. That painful condition in the ligament connecting the heel to the toes can linger for weeks and significantly limit a player’s strength.

For Steelers, battle with Tom Brady begins before ball is even snapped

In his past seven games against Pittsburgh, the Patriots QB has 22 touchdowns, zero interceptions and six wins.

Patriots have had some of their most memorable moments at Heinz Field

The Patriots will travel to Pittsburgh and play at a stadium where they’ve gone 5-2 and won two AFC title games in the Bill Belichick era.

Kamara returns to full practice, to play Sunday

Saints running back Alvin Kamara returned to full practice participation Wednesday and told reporters he is ‘good to go’ for Sunday’s game against the New York Jets. Kamara has to pass all steps in order to get clearance through the concussion protocol.

Bell healthy and relishing another crack at Pats

Running back Le’Veon Bell, who watched from the sideline the last time the Steelers faced new England, says he’s healthy and ready to get another shot at overcoming the Patriots’ firepower in this Sunday’s showdown.

Predators, Bridgestone extend their naming rights agreement

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The home of the Nashville Predators will continue to be known as Bridgestone Arena through at least 2025.

Stafford, Lions try to keep slim playoff hopes alive vs. Bears (Dec 16, 2017)

A bruised throwing hand didn’t prevent Matthew Stafford from keeping the Detroit Lions’ playoff hopes alive last weekend.

Phoenix Suns sign guard Isaiah Canaan

PHOENIX (AP) The Phoenix Suns have signed guard Isaiah Canaan after receiving an injury hardship exemption from the NBA.

Chiefs' red zone problems keep costing them points

The Kansas City Chiefs have been settling for field goals rather than scoring touchdowns too often in 2017.

Next stop on Panthers' road trip is Colorado

FOX Sports Florida’s Steve Goldstein and Denis Potvin look ahead to the Florida Panthers’ matchup against the Colorado Avalanche.

Kennesaw State seeks to keep building in 2018

(STATS) – Fresh off winning their first Big South title and reaching the FCS playoff quarterfinals, Kennesaw State looked ahead to the 2018 season by announcing an 11-game schedule on Wednesday.

Blank: Jones had input on comp. committee

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones didn’t have a role in increasing the percentage of Roger Goodell’s contract that isn’t guaranteed, Falcons owner Arthur Blank said Wednesday. Jones did have input on possible changes to how the compensation committee is formed.