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StaTuesday: Brewers prospects in 2017 Arizona Fall League

A look at the statistics for Milwaukee Brewers prospects at this year’s Arizona Fall League

Jenkins leads Jackrabbits past Iowa 80-72 (Nov 21, 2017)

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (AP) Freshman David Jenkins Jr. scored a season-high 23 points, including big baskets down the stretch, and South Dakota State fended off Iowa 80-72 in a consolation-bracket semifinal at the Cayman Islands Classic on Tuesday.

Browns are terrible against the spread, too

The Browns are, for the second year in a row, the worst team in the NFL. But they’re also, for the second year in a row, the worst team in the NFL to bet on. The Browns are an NFL-worst 2-8 against the spread this year. They were also an NFL-worst 3-12-1 against the spread [ more]

NFL reviewing Lions LB stepping on Bears LT

Lions linebacker Tahir Whitehead stepped on the leg of Bears left tackle Charles Leno during Sunday’s game. That play is under review by the NFL to determine if the move was intentional.

Former Cardinals running back Chris Johnson continues critical Twitter rants about team

The Cardinals cut running back Chris Johnson on Oct. 10 to make room for Adrian Peterson. Since then, Johnson has become a very vocal critic of the team on his Twitter account. He has used the social media platform on multiple occasions to blast the team’s play and decisions and has engaged with

Cardinals adding a wideout from the practice squad

Cardinals coach Bruce Arians expressed dissatisfaction with the play of the team’s wide receivers after Sunday’s loss to the Texans and General Manager Steve Keim followed that up on Monday by saying the team was looking at possible additions to the roster. Keim said on Arizona Sports 98.7 that the team

In A Short Week, Redskins Must Quickly Turn The Page

A fast-approaching matchup against New York Giants will determine how well the Washington Redskins can respond to adversity in a short amount of time. Four days. That’s the total amount of time the Washington Redskins have to move on from an overtime loss in New Orleans to a primetime Thanksgiving

South Carolina says never again, looks for Clemson payback

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) South Carolina has one motto and one mission this week: ”Never again.”

Walker set for homecoming as No. 11 Miami faces La Salle (Nov 22, 2017)

Miami hits the road for the first time after sweeping a three-game homestand, but if ever the phrase a “home away from home” applied, it fits this situation.

Russell Westbrook has a troubling statistical trend this season

Colin Cowherd talks Russell Westbrook and one statistical trend that is cause for concern in Oklahoma City.

Bucks G Blesdoe makes return to Phoenix (Nov 22, 2017)

PHOENIX — Eric Bledsoe’s “I Dont wanna be here” tweet Oct. 22 signaled his early departure from the Phoenix Suns this year.

No. 2 Arizona set for trek to Bahamas to face N.C. State (Nov 22, 2017)

No. 2 Arizona will take its show on the road as it leaves McKale Center for the first time this season to play in the Bahamas for the Battle 4 Atlantis event beginning Wednesday.

In Denver, Elway isn't the Teflon John anymore

The Denver Broncos are malfunctioning, and John Elway, the Hall of Fame QB who became a can’t-miss GM, should shoulder the blame.

What we learned (and didn't) in Week 11: Players about to get paid

Remember that one-year deal Alshon Jeffery took last offseason? Expect him to do much better in free agency in 2018. He’s not alone. This week’s lessons run through guys in position to land big new contracts.

Packers snap counts: Is Adams officially Green Bay's top receiver?

Davante Adams might have surpassed Jordy Nelson as the Green Bay Packers’ top option in the passing game.

StaTuesday: Twins prospects in 2017 Arizona Fall League

A look at the statistics for Minnesota Twins prospects at this year’s Arizona Fall League

UConn guard pays fine to resolve on-campus scooter incident

VERNON, Conn. (AP) UConn guard Jalen Adams has paid a $50 fine to resolve the legal case stemming from an on-campus scooter crash earlier this month that also resulted in his one-game suspension from the team.

Wild recall forward Zack Mitchell from AHL

The Minnesota Wild recalled Zack Mitchell on Tuesday afternoon, reassigning forwards Joel Eriksson Ek and Luke Kunin to the Iowa Wild.

Skip on Lonzo Ball: 'What I don't like is that he plays with a nonchalant arrogance'

In his reaction to Lonzo Ball walking away from an on-court skirmish, Skip Bayless explains to Shannon Sharpe, Rob Parker and Joy Taylor what Lonzo lacks as an NBA-ready leader that could derail the Los Angeles Lakers’ season and perhaps the rookie’s career.

Ko endures 1st season without winning on the LPGA Tour

NAPLES, Fla. (AP) Lydia Ko blasted out from in front of the steep edge of a bunker and raised her arms playfully when it dropped for par. She ended the first round of the CME Group Tour Championship one shot out of the lead, and she looked like the Ko of old.

Ray Allen tells Orlando court he was 'catfished'

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) Retired NBA star Ray Allen believes he is a victim of ”catfishing,” and has asked a court to throw out a case where he is accused of stalking someone he met online.

Colts focus on strong finish coming out of bye week

While the natural inclination elsewhere is to start looking ahead to a potentially busy offseason, the Indianapolis Colts are focused on a strong finish.

Column: Lexi Thompson misses out on year of LPGA dominance

NAPLES, Fla. (AP) Lexi Thompson doesn’t have two long months to ponder how her season ended.

IHSAA Football Championships to be televised live by FOX Sports Indiana

IHSAA Class A, 2A, 3A, 4A will air on FOX Sports Indiana; 5A and 6A championships will air on FOX Sports Indiana Plus due to overlap with Pacers games

1st-round withdrawals at Grand Slams could lose prize money

LONDON (AP) A player who withdraws or performs below professional standards during a first-round singles match at a Grand Slam tournament could be fined under new rules introduced Tuesday.

Duke safety McDuffie out for season with knee injury

DURHAM, N.C. (AP) Duke safety Jeremy McDuffie will miss the rest of the season with a knee injury.

Shannon explains why Kyrie's Celtics are the biggest threat to dethroning LeBron's Cavs in the East

Reflecting on Boston’s 16th straight win in their OT victory over the Dallas Mavericks, Shannon Sharpe explains to Skip Bayless and Joy Taylor why Kyrie Irving’s Celtics are the biggest threat to dethroning LeBron James’ Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference.