Many people were quick to write off the Redskins after Alex Smith’s season-ending injury, but Colt McCoy could surprise doubters.
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Dutch into Nations League finals on dramatic draw in Germany
A dramatic comeback has sent the Netherlands to the Nations League finals with a 2-2 draw with Germany as the Germans’ nightmare year ended with yet more disappointment
Doc Rivers has Clippers on free agents’ radar, but Los Angeles isn’t waiting for a star
Head coach tells USA TODAY Sports his team is a coveted landing spot for free agents. ‘We should be. We’ve got a lot of good things going on.’
Indians unveil alternate red home jerseys for 2019 season
The Cleveland Indians unveiled a red alternate jersey they’ll wear at home in 2019
Vols expect Turner back this week for NIT Season Tip-Off
Tennessee expects guard Lamonte’ Turner to return from shoulder injury in this week’s NIT Season Tip-Off
The Latest: Redskins sign Mark Sanchez to back up Colt McCoy
Coach Jay Gruden says the Washington Redskins are signing quarterback Mark Sanchez to back up Colt McCoy after Alex Smith’s season-ending injury
Texas mascot Bevo barred from attending game at Kansas
Texas will play for a spot in the Big 12 championship game without the presence of its steer mascot Bevo. Kansas bans the live mascots from games.
Tulane beats South Dakota State to start Gulf Coast Showcase
Caleb Daniels scored 24 points, Shakwon Barrett added 19 and Tulane beat South Dakota State 84-80 to start the Gulf Coast Showcase
Quite the contrast: Senator Manny vs Adrien Broner
Manny Pacquiao to defend WBA welterweight belt against Adrien Broner on Jan. 19 in Las Vegas
NFL’s game of the year? Breaking down Chiefs vs. Rams on ‘Monday Night Football’
A rare matchup of one-loss teams, Monday night’s showdown between the Chiefs and the Rams has tantalizing potential in a number of different ways.