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Falcons stay in playoff hunt with crucial rally

Despite piling up the turnovers early, Matt Ryan made up for it by leading Atlanta to a comeback win over the NFC South-leading Saints.

Solo announces she's running for president of US Soccer

Former U.S. national team goalkeeper Hope Solo says she’s running for president of U.S. Soccer.

Allen stands tall in Blues' 3-0 win over Stars

The St. Louis Blues beat the Dallas Stars 3-0 on Thursday night.

Schenn on Allen: 'He's been solid all year'

Brayden Schenn and the Blues got a shutout win over the Stars in part thanks to Jake Allen’s performance in net.

Dressing as Blues' emergency goalie is 'dream come true' for vending machine worker

Tyler Stewart, a vending machine worker in St. Louis, dressed as the Blues’ emergency goalie Thursday night.

Vending machine worker dresses for Blues as emergency goalie

ST. LOUIS (AP) A vending machine worker in St. Louis dressed as the Blues emergency goalie Thursday night.

Cooking with fire: Lightning remain red-hot, throttle visiting Avalanche

The Tampa Bay Lightning reel off their third straight dominating victory with Thursday’s win over the Avalanche.

Stamkos has 3 points, Lightning beat Avalanche 5-2 (Dec 07, 2017)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) Steven Stamkos had a goal and two assists, and the Tampa Bay Lightning became the first NHL team with 20 wins by defeating the Colorado Avalanche 5-2 on Thursday night.

Steven Stamkos credits Peter Budaj for giving Bolts momentum

Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos, who had three points in Thursday’s victory, says goalie Peter Budaj made several big saves that allowed the Bolts to maintain momentum.

Silver says NBA considering G League team in Mexico

MEXICO CITY (AP) NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the league is considering putting an NBA G League team in Mexico.

Savage looks to limit mistakes as Texans host 49ers

HOUSTON (AP) Tom Savage threw for a career-high 365 yards last week before the Houston Texans were once again done in by one of his turnovers in a loss to the Tennessee Titans.

Browns name ex-Chiefs exec Dorsey as new GM

The Browns have hired former Chiefs general manager John Dorsey to take over the same position in their front office. Dorsey, who also spent 21 years in the Packers’ scouting department, replaces the fired Sashi Brown as the man in charge in Cleveland.

Eagles TE Zach Ertz practices, still in concussion protocol

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz has returned to practice on a limited basis.

Browns hire former Chiefs executive Dorsey as new GM

CLEVELAND (AP) The Cleveland Browns have hired former Kansas City general manager John Dorsey as their new GM.

Smith, Miller lead UNC Greensboro past Elon 75-44 (Dec 07, 2017)

GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) Marvin Smith and Isaiah Miller each scored 12 points and UNC Greensboro rolled to a 75-44 victory over Elon on Thursday night.

Watch live: Falcons-Saints in high-stakes clash

The season is on the line for Matt Ryan and Atlanta, while Drew Brees and New Orleans are in the driver’s seat in the NFC South.

With Ziggy Ansah hurting, Lions could expand Dwight Freeney's role

Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford, who has a bruised right hand, throws passes and hands off the ball with his right hand during practice Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017. Also hear from coach Jim Caldwell and OC Jim Bob Cooter. As the Detroit Lions continue to look for ways to jumpstart their struggling pass

Cowboys have tougher task facing Giants after changes

The New York Giants’ firing of coach Ben McAdoo and general manager Jerry Reese may have made things tougher on the Dallas Cowboys in their fight to stay in the playoff race. A week ago, the Cowboys (6-6) probably looked forward to playing the Giants (2-10) at MetLife Stadium with either Geno Smith

IDP fantasy advice: Favorable Week 14 matchups

We examine the IDPs who have favorable matchups, including Cowboys defensive tackle David Irving.

Don't assume Hue Jackson's job is safe

The Browns brass said Jackson is safe after Thursday’s firing of GM Sashi Brown, but nothing is ever certain with the dysfunctional Browns.

Chiefs place pass rusher Ford on IR, sign DT Hamilton

The Chiefs placed pass rusher Dee Ford on injured reserve with an ailing back and signed defensive tackle Justin Hamilton on Thursday night, three days before a crucial game against Oakland. Ford has been hobbled most of the season, missing a pair of games in September and October before hurting his