Who should be the NFL MVP? Making the case for Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson and Saquon Barkley

What is human metapneumovirus, are cases surging in China, and should we be worried?

Surging HMPV cases in northern China have prompted some online alarm but experts say the risk of another Covid-like pandemic is low. Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory disease that ...

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NFL playoffs: Ranking all 14 teams to make the postseason, from juggernaut Lions to slumping Steelers

How do the contenders stack up going into Wild Card Weekend?

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Joe Milton III, Patriots turn NFL Draft order upside down with victory over Bills

New England won its way out of the No. 1 draft pick, but fortunately for the Patriots that's not a season-breaker.

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Joe Biden prepares to bow out

Plus, UK retail earnings, South Korea’s Yoon summoned to parliamentary hearing and Venezuela’s Maduro sworn in

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Lamar Jackson's 41-touchdown, 4-interception season is unprecedented in NFL history

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has finished his 2024 regular season with 41 touchdown passes and only four interceptions.

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Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals kept their playoff hopes alive by edging the Steelers 19-17

Joe Burrow passed for 277 yards and a touchdown, and the Cincinnati Bengals kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 19-17 win over the floundering Pittsburgh Steelers

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Booz Allen Hamilton to Pay $15.9 Million in False Claims Settlement

Booz Allen Hamilton Holding agreed to a $15.9 million settlement with the Justice Department on Friday, resolving allegations the company submitted fraudulent claims to the U.S. under military task ...

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Buccaneers' Mike Evans makes NFL history, ties Jerry Rice with 11th straight 1,000-yard season

The star wideout hit the mark against Carolina and earned a cool $3M in incentives

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Northern Ireland should make the most of its proximity to the EU

Belfast stands to gain from enhancing its unique position between London, Dublin and Brussels

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Bengals' Joe Burrow sends heartfelt message to Aaron Rodgers ahead of what could be final game: 'Help us out'

Rodgers can help Burrow and the Bengals make the playoffs with a Jets win

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Joe Burrow, Bengals suffer injury scare as QB briefly exits Week 18 win after big hit vs. Steelers

Burrow left the game after getting sacked midway through the third quarter

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Ravens' Lamar Jackson makes NFL history with multiple milestones in blowout victory over Browns

Jackson adds many more bullet points to his 2024 NFL MVP resume

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Did Lamar Jackson do enough to clinch MVP in win over the Browns?

Jackson did become the first player in NFL history to post 4,000 passing yards and 800 rushing yards in a season, but was it enough of a statement?

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'He's definitely the MVP': Will Lamar Jackson cap his best season with third award?

The Baltimore quarterback will make his final case for the accolade against the Browns.

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Kings rookie Devin Carter to make NBA debut Friday vs. Grizzlies, who employ his father as an assistant coach

Carter, the No. 13 pick in the 2024 draft, had shoulder surgery in July

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NFL records that could fall in Week 18, and one that definitely won't: Aaron Rodgers, Joe Burrow eye history

The records and milestones that could be reached in Week 18

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2024 NFL results that make no sense in hindsight: Ravens suffer baffling losses; how did Giants win 3 games?

These matchups had a big impact on the playoff race and the draft order

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Lions star wants NFL to modify this one part of the playoff format: 'The rule should be changed'

The Lions-Vikings loser will be the first 14-win wild-card team in NFL history

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NFL Week 18 bold predictions: Carson Wentz's Chiefs stun Broncos; Baker Mayfield, Caleb Williams make history

Our final edition of CBS Sports' bold predictions for the 2024 NFL season starts the 2025 calendar year with a bang

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Could Joe Burrow really win NFL MVP? His stats say yes. Precedent doesn't.

Joe Burrow has thrown for a league-leading 4,641 yards and 42 touchdowns. But if the Bengals don't make the postseason, he likely won't win MVP.

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Men: Who makes the top 25 as conference play heats up?

After a slow holiday period, the top 10 remains unchanged -- but this is the week the matchups really get good.

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Giants: Saquon's leadership void underestimated

The Giants are missing Saquon Barkley more than just on the field during this 3-13 season. It's in the locker room where some believe there may be the biggest void.

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USMNT transfers: Who has moved, who could or should move, grades as Mauricio Pochettino eyes January camp

Here's what to know about Americans in the transfer window

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Saquon Barkley Skips Rush Record but Can Gain $3M With Bonuses

Saquon Barkley won’t break the NFL’s single-season rushing record, but he’s on pace to shatter his personal best earnings year. The Philadelphia Eagles running back was announced on the NFC’s Pro ...

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Saquon Barkley hilariously trolling Giants owner will make your entire day

There's good, there's great and then there's Saquon Barkley trolling Giants owner John Mara.

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New York Giants players feel Saquon Barkley's impact on locker room was underestimated, per report

GM Joe Schoen's decision to let Barkley walk in free agency helped create a leadership void

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49ers star Deebo reveals his votes for NFL MVP, OPOY awards

San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Deebo Samuel revealed his votes for NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year.

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2025 Pro Bowl rosters revealed, plus Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen neck-and-neck in MVP poll, Week 18 games ranked

Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for Jan. 2

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Eagles' Saquon Barkley opens up about not having the chance to break the NFL single-season rushing record

Philly is resting its star RB in Week 18

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Division titles, wildcards & Jackson's MVP audition on NFL final weekend

A huge NFC showdown in Detroit, Lamar Jackson's final MVP audition and a three-way wildcard battle highlight the final weekend of NFL regular-season games.

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Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers on precipice of making NFL history with strong Week 18 performance vs. Saints

Mayfield and the Buccaneers have both had uneven stretches, but they're reaching their best run of sustained success together in 2024

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Joe Burrow is one big game away from the NFL's fifth 5,000-yard, 45-TD season

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is leading the NFL in both passing yards and passing touchdowns, and if he has a big game against the Steelers on Saturday, he could join a very exclusive club in ...

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‘It wasn’t the easiest decision’: Eagles set to rest Saquon Barkley amid record bid

Sirianni: Barkley will ‘probably be somebody that rests’ Running back is 101 yards short of NFL rushing record Saquon Barkley appears set to sit out the Philadelphia Eagles final regular-season ...

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Saquon Barkley rushing record: Eagles star RB won't play Week 18 vs. Giants as team opts to rest some starters

Unfortunately, Barkley will not have a chance to break Eric Dickerson's mark

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Saquon Barkley to sit Week 18 for Eagles, ending chase for NFL single-season rushing record

Barkley will finish the regular season 100 yards behind Eric Dickerson's mark of 2,105.

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