Shanahan offers silver lining to Purdy, 49ers' down season

MVP? Super Bowl champ? Millions in bonus money on the line for NFL stars like Allen and Mahomes

Individual achievements, as well as team success, will trigger various contract incentives over the next two weeks.

ESPN - 3d

Campbell explains why Lions won't rest any starters vs. beat-up 49ers

Dan Campbell explained why he won't rest any Lions starters for Detroit's "Monday Night Football" matchup with the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Derrick Henry TD sets single-season Ravens record on Christmas

Baltimore came out roaring, scoring on its first possession, a 75-yard drive against the Houston Texans.

ESPN - 3d

Spillane's Tower heads King George line-up

Irish challenger Spillane's Tower heads the 11-strong field declared for Thursday's King George VI Chase at Kempton.

BBC News - 3d

Ravens vs. Texans odds, prediction, time, line, spread: 2024 Christmas NFL picks by model on 28-12 run

SportsLine's model simulated Baltimore vs. Houston on Christmas Day 10,000 times and revealed its NFL best bets

CBS Sports - 3d

Chiefs vs. Steelers odds, prediction, time, line, spread: 2024 Christmas NFL picks by model on 28-12 run

SportsLine's model simulated Kansas City vs. Pittsburgh on NFL Christmas Day 10,000 times and revealed its NFL best bets

CBS Sports - 3d

NBA on Christmas Day: Lakers down Warriors in thriller

The 76ers' Joel Embiid had an injury scare but is in the lineup against Boston. Get the updates here.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

2025 NFL Mock Draft: Broncos draft Penn State TE Tyler Warren for Bo Nix, 49ers add to outside pass rush

Denver starts to build around its young quarterback in this mock

CBS Sports - 3d

‘It changed my idea of what games can be’ – the 31 games readers couldn’t put down in 2024

From the grisly Space Marine 2 to the glorious Metaphor: ReFantazio, it’s time for Pushing Buttons subscribers to share their games of the year. Happy Christmas, Pushing Buttons readers! My sincere ...

The Guardian - 3d

Before the algorithm, we watched ‘surprise TV’, and it can still offer unexpected delights | Emma Wilkins

Our family’s holiday tradition? We throw caution to the wind and surrender to the novelty of free-to-air television. I can see why kids who find themselves at a holiday shack where the only ...

The Guardian - 3d

Nigel Farage offers to work with Peter Mandelson to secure US-UK trade deal

Labour party divided on whether incoming US ambassador should lean on Reform leader’s ties with Donald Trump. Nigel Farage has said he would be willing to help Peter Mandelson negotiate with the ...

The Guardian - 4d

USF vs. San Jose State prediction, odds, line: 2024 Hawaii Bowl picks by proven college football model

SportsLine model reveals its college football picks for San Jose State Spartans vs. South Florida Bulls in the Hawaii Bowl 2024 on Tuesday

CBS Sports - 4d

Judge Strikes Down Portions of Arkansas Law That Threatened Librarians

Republicans passed the law in 2023, joining other conservative states and counties that have sought to restrict the availability of certain books.

The New York Times - 4d

'Squid Game' was a surprise global smash. Will Season 2 be even bigger for Netflix?

The first season of 'Squid Game' remains Netflix's most popular show, with more than 330 million views on the streaming service. Will Season 2 top that?

Los Angeles Times - 4d

Georgia QB Beck (elbow surgery) done for season

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck will miss the remainder of the season with an injury to the elbow of his throwing arm suffered late in the first half of the Bulldogs' 22-19 overtime victory against ...

ESPN - 4d

NFL Week 17 odds, picks: Chargers cover as road favorites vs. Patriots; Lions thrash 49ers in prime time

Here's how Week 17 in the NFL is shaping up as we continue through the 2024 season

CBS Sports - 4d

49ers overreactions: Is it time to replace Moody after rocky season?

With San Francisco officially eliminated from NFL playoff contention, Matt Maiocco sifts through reactions and overreactions from 49ers fans.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

This College Football Season Was Full of Young Stars. These Shined the Brightest.

These are the true freshmen and redshirt freshmen who made the biggest impact for their teams in 2024.

The New York Times - 4d

The 2025 Tennis Season Is Here. In 2024.

Who will rise this year, and how will the political machinations at the top of the sport play out?

The New York Times - 4d

How e-commerce is disrupting traditional seasonal work in retail

Online shopping sales reached a record $41.1 billion this holiday season. The shift to e-commerce has continued to transform the seasonal work landscape.

CNBC - 4d

'Returnuary' — after the peak shopping season comes the busiest return month of the year

After this season's peak shopping days, retailers expect their return rate to be 17% higher, on average, than usual.

CNBC - 4d

Key parts of Arkansas law allowing criminal charges vs. librarians struck down

A federal judge struck down key parts of an Arkansas law that would have allowed criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing "harmful" materials to minors.

CBS News - 4d

No time for a 'Squid Game' rewatch? Here's a refresher before Season 2

'Squid Game' Season 2 sees Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) take on the deadly games again after being crowned the victor. Here's what to remember about the last time around.

Los Angeles Times - 4d

Stock market will find it hard to rally unless the dollar and bonds calm down

Stocks rose to kick off a holiday-shortened week on Monday, but the bond market and the U.S. dollar will likely need to cooperate for the equities rally to resume in smooth fashion.

MarketWatch - 4d

Shanahan frustrated by 49ers penalties, Moody's missed kick

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan expressed his frustrations with his team's self-inflicted wounds in the loss to the Miami Dolphins.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Movies and TV shows to stream this holiday season

It's award season and the holiday season, which means it's time to hunker down and watch something fun. But if you don't want to brave the cold this week, there's lots of great content to stream in ...

CBS News - 5d

Breaking down the House Ethics report on Matt Gaetz

On Monday, the House Ethics Committee released its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, a Florida Republican. Congressional investigators say they found substantial evidence President-elect Donald ...

CBS News - 5d

Trump allies to Gaetz: Don't back down

The former member of Congress has hinted at a possible run for elected office down the line. His allies urged him to fight.

Politico - 5d

German Christmas market attack offers far-right fertile ground despite suspect's support

There is deep sadness in the city - and also anger directed at the government and migrants.

BBC News - 5d

MLB rumors: Rays add former Silver Slugger, Mets eyeing outfield market, Phillies acquire another arm

Here are the latest from baseball's hot stove

CBS Sports - 5d

Airlines see busiest Christmas season on record

Consumers in UK and US still prioritising holidays and travel over other discretionary spending, say industry bosses

Financial Times - 5d

Oil prices begin the week on a down note

Oil futures ended modestly lower Monday, extending a decline seen the previous week in response to a surging U.S. dollar and worries about the outlook for demand — particularly from China, the ...

MarketWatch - 5d