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Bickley: Arizona Cardinals face their defining moment Sunday against the Rams

Bruce Arians loves to throw deep, run up the score and checkmate defensive coordinators. But some of his fondest memories occur in the parking lot after a game, when he pops the trunk, serves drinks and talks football with coaches and players who are limping out of the stadium. They are rare bonding

Winston’s quandary looks awfully familiar

Jameis Winston could potentially face punishment despite not facing charges after being accused of groping an Uber driver. His case is reminiscent of Big Ben’s from years back.

Jameis Winston’s Uber case gives faint echo of landmark Roger Goodell decision involving Ben Roethlisberger

Winston’s confidence may be misplaced. Despite having never been charged with a crime, that has not prevented the league from handing down punishment in the past.

Eagles bring 10-1 record to Seattle to face Seahawks

It took a moment for Bobby Wagner to recall four years ago and what it felt like to be on a team that was 10-1 at one point of the season. A team that looks very similar to that 2013 version of the Seahawks comes to Seattle on Sunday night when the 10-1 Philadelphia Eagles visit, riding a nine-game

Lightning forward Cedric Paquette suspended for game

NEW YORK (AP) Tampa Bay Lightning forward Cedric Paquette was suspended for one game without pay by the NHL on Thursday for boarding Boston Bruins defenseman Torey Krug.

Morehead State beats Alice Lloyd 103-56 behind Henson (Nov 30, 2017)

MOREHEAD, Ky. (AP) Djimon Henson scored a career-high 23 points with five rebounds, Lamontray Harris added 16 and grabbed 10 rebounds, and Morehead State beat NAIA Div. II Alice Lloyd 103-56 on Thursday night.

Braves sign LHP Brothers to 1-year, non-guaranteed deal

ATLANTA (AP) The Atlanta Braves have agreed to terms on a one-year, non-guaranteed contract with left-hander Rex Brothers to avoid arbitration.

Bizarre episodes surround FIFA trial in Brooklyn

NEW YORK (AP) A juror dismissed for sleeping during hearings. A defendant allegedly doing a throat-slitting gesture to intimidate a witness. A judge admonishing a defendant for taking a paper clip and a pen from her clerk’s desk.

Dak Prescott-led Cowboys look to silence doubters

Coming off a stellar rookie season, Prescott is facing myriad questions about his recent rut. And the Cowboys QB can’t wait to provide answers.

Hopkins shines for Texans with toughness and tenacity

HOUSTON (AP) The right side of his No. 10 jersey was torn almost completely apart and white paint that had rubbed off the field peppered his long dreadlocks.

Jays TV analyst Greg Zaun fired for "inappropriate behavior"

TORONTO (AP) Toronto Blue Jays television analyst Gregg Zaun has been fired from Sportsnet for ”inappropriate behavior and comments” toward female employees.

Vikings look to extend winning streak against Falcons

Minnesota will put its seven-game winning streak on the line against the Falcons, who have won three straight

West Indies 79-3 at lunch on day 1, 1st test vs. NZ

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) New Zealand claimed three late wickets in the first cricket test against the West Indies on Friday, sending the tourists to lunch at 79-3.

Redskins left tackle Trent Williams (knee) active vs Cowboys

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Washington Redskins left tackle Trent Williams is active against the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night after missing three of past five games with a right knee injury that will require surgery.

Mayfield is Big 12's top offensive player for 2nd time

IRVING, Texas (AP) Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield is the Big 12’s offensive player of the year for the second time in three years, and Sooners defensive end Ogbonnia Okoronkwo shared the defensive honor with Texas linebacker Malik Jefferson.

Brady expresses empathy for Eli as streak ends

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady expressed empathy for Eli Manning after the New York Giants quarterback’s consecutive-games-started streak will come to an end Sunday.

'Four!' Jets focused on fixing fourth-quarter woes

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) Four is the magic number for the New York Jets.

Bills brace for Brady, Patriots' latest trip to Buffalo

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) Having apparently been kept in the dark since being drafted by the Bills, rookie cornerback Tre’Davious White was genuinely curious about Patriots quarterback Tom Brady’s career-long dominance of Buffalo.

Titans eye staying atop AFC South, not payback vs. Texans

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Staying atop the AFC South and chasing the franchise’s first playoff berth since 2008. The Tennessee Titans insist that’s their only focus when they host the Houston Texans on Sunday, needing a win against the two-time division champ to stay exactly where they want to be.

Bears' Demps back at practice for 1st time since September

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) Chicago Bears safety Quintin Demps has practiced for the first time since breaking his left arm in late September.

Cadiz eliminates Real Betis in Copa del Rey thriller

MADRID (AP) Real Betis became the latest top-tier casualty in the Copa del Rey this week, failing to advance to the last 16 after a 5-3 loss to second-division club Cadiz on Thursday.

Jonathan Smith introduced as head coach at Oregon State

CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) Jonathan Smith introduced himself as head coach of the Oregon State Beavers with a simple message.

England galvanized as a team ahead of 2nd test: Anderson

ADELAIDE, Australia (AP) England paceman Jimmy Anderson says tensions between his team and Australia ahead of the second Ashes test have only helped strengthen the touring squad.

Lindsey Vonn second-fastest in Lake Louise downhill training

LAKE LOUISE, Alberta (AP) Lindsey Vonn was the second-fastest in training Thursday for the season-opening women’s World Cup downhill.

Giants coordinators emotional talking about Manning

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) Steve Spagnuolo, Mike Sullivan and Tom Quinn handle the defense, offense and special teams of the New York Giants for coach Ben McAdoo.

Jaguars look to sweep Colts, remain in AFC playoff picture

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) The Jacksonville Jaguars haven’t lost consecutive games all season.

Jenkins won't protest after NFL's $89M pledge

Malcolm Jenkins says he will not raise his fist during the national anthem on Sunday after the NFL and the Players Coalition joined in a partnership that calls for the league to contribute $89 million to projects dealing with social issues.

Hue: 'Heck yeah' Gordon will start vs. Chargers

Browns coach Hue Jackson said that getting wide receiver Josh Gordon back after he was suspended for the past two seasons is like Christmas morning, and “he’s gonna start” against the Chargers on Sunday.

Arizona still searching for consistent defensive intensity

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) Arizona freshman Brandon Randolph watched the ball rotate to his side of the floor and was late getting out to a shooter on the wing.

Pitino sues University of Louisville Athletic Association

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) Rick Pitino has sued the University of Louisville Athletic Association for $38.7 million, saying it breached his contract by placing him on unpaid administrative leave without notice and firing him last month with no legally justified ”cause.”