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Texans Fans Go Nuts Upon Realizing Brock Osweiler Had Been Benched

The Texans benched Brock Osweiler after the big-ticket quarterback threw two early interceptions against Jacksonville, and upon realizing backup Tom Savage was heading onto the field, fans in Houston got very excited.

“This Towel Is Terrible”

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Odell Beckham Jr. Credited With Reception For Obvious Drop

Odell Beckham Jr.’s known for his amazing catches, but nothing he’s accomplished matches the mind-blowing “catch” he made early in today’s Lions-Giants game. Despite being in clear view of an official, OBJ’s drop was declared a catch—and with no challenge flag thrown, the play stands as called.

Giants lose Jenkins to back injury after collision

Biggest NFL injuries of Week 15

Texans bench QB Osweiler after 2nd interception

Sheldon Richardson Before Dolphins-Jets: “Fuck This Game” [UPDATE]

Jets defensive lineman Sheldon Richardson made an appearance on teammate Rontez Miles’s Snapchat account, filming a short clip before the Jets’ 34-13 loss to the Dolphins Saturday. He seemed unhappy to be playing.

J.R. Smith Wears Shirt

Here’s what J.R. Smith said about the city of Cleveland after being traded to the Cavaliers nearly two years ago:

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Report: Rex Ryan's Probably Done In Buffalo

This won’t come as a surprise, but the Buffalo Bills are “preparing to part ways” with head coach Rex Ryan, according to Adam Schefter.

Bowles calls Richardson's video 'unacceptable'

Bowles calls Richardson’s video ‘unacceptable’

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Over 50% Off H&R Block Tax Prep Software

I know the year isn’t over, and nobody wants to think about dealing with taxes yet, but today only, Amazon’s taking at least 50% off downloads and discs of H&R Block’s tax prep software.

Bernard Hopkins Loses Fight After Being Knocked Out Of The Ring

Joe Smith Jr. retained his WBC light heavyweight title after knocking 51-year-old Bernard Hopkins out of the ring tonight in Inglewood. Smith earned a TKO after Hopkins landed on his head and could not continue the bout:

Bills likely to move on from Ryan, sources say

Sources: Giants to be fined for walkie-talkie use

Petty takes Dolphins' best shots, can't continue

Petty takes Dolphins’ best shots, can’t continue

Sources: Floyd's BAC will affect NFL punishment

Sources: Floyd’s BAC will affect NFL punishment

Bryce Petty Leaves Game After Getting Demolished

Jets blockers took a play off in the fourth quarter tonight against the Dolphins, and quarterback Bryce Petty paid the price—a crushing blow that knocked him out of the game.

Youngstown State Shocks Eastern Washington With Last-Second Touchdown Catch

Bo Pelini’s Youngstown State team is headed to the NCAA Division I Championship after Kevin Rader hauled in an incredible catch with one second left in the game to give the Penguins a 40-38 win over second-seeded Eastern Washington:

UFC Golden Boy Sage Northcutt Loses By Submission, Again

UFC continues to insist 20-year-old blond wonderboy Sage Northcutt is the future of the franchise, but his rise up the MMA ranks has once again been retarded after his second-round loss by rear naked choke submission to Mickey Gall.

Kentucky Downs North Carolina Thanks To Miracle Freshman Malik Monk

Malik Monk’s three-pointer with 17 seconds remaining gave Kentucky the lead for good in the Wildcats’ lightning-fire matchup against North Carolina, as the freshman phenom finished with 47 points in leading his team to a 103-100 win over the Tar Heels.

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D-II Snow Action!

Today’s Division II national championship game is being played in a snowstorm, which has stifled both the Northwest Missouri State and North Alabama offenses—but QB-turned-WR Randy Schmidt dug down deep to pull out this one-handed highlight reel.

Rob Corddry And Al Madrigal Host Most Cringe-Worthy Esports Tournament In Recent Memory

Backstabx just won $15,000 and took first place at this year’s Crown Duel, Clash Royale’s biggest tournament of the year. But Rob Corddry probably still doesn’t remember his game, despite chatting with him several times throughout the two-hour event.

Woman Arrested For Swindling Millions From Ricky Williams, Other Athletes

A woman accused of swindling millions of dollars from Ricky Williams and other athletes was arrested Friday in New Orleans.

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Former NFL Head Of Officiating Mike Pereira Claims Referees Are Getting Illegal Help From Replay Officials

Former NFL head of officiating Mike Pereira has been fairly outspoken with his criticism of refereeing since leaving the league in 2010. Now, he has a new specific criticism—that referees are breaking NFL rules by communicating directly with replay officials during games.

Nerlens Noel On 76ers' Center Situation: “Need To Figure That Shit Out”

Three months ago, Nerlens Noel said that he had no idea how the Philadelphia 76ers were going to handle having three true centers on the roster. Now, he knows how they’re handling it—by playing him a whole lot less. And he’s pissed, as he told reporters after last night’s loss to the Los Angeles Lakers:

Minnesota Football Team Ends Boycott Over Suspensions, Will Play Bowl Game

Two days after Minnesota football players announced they would boycott all football activities—including their upcoming bowl game—to protest the school’s suspension of 10 players, they have declared their boycott over.

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