Rethink Playoff Format

Eagles injury update: Jalen Hurts returning to practice ahead of playoffs

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts returned to practice on Wednesday as the Eagles prepare to host the Packers in the wild card round.

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Travis Kelce denies Chiefs lost to eliminate Bengals from NFL playoffs

Chiefs lost crucial game to allow Denver into postseason Kansas City have struggled against Cincinnati in playoffs Travis Kelce has rebutted claims that the Kansas City Chiefs rested starters in ...

The Guardian - 2h

'Lamar doesn't have to be Superman': Will the Ravens QB overcome ghosts of playoffs past?

When Baltimore hosts the Steelers in Saturday's AFC wild-card game, it'll find out if the two-time MVP can use his past postseason experience to push toward his ultimate goal.

ESPN - 4h

2025 NFL playoff schedule, bracket: Dates, times of games as NFL playoff picture begins with Wild Card Weekend

Here's the full slate of games for the 2025 NFL playoffs with the Wild Card Weekend schedule now set

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Women’s Ashes rivals united in appeal for three Tests in multi-format series

Gardner and Beaumont call for series to be expanded Australia and England begin with ODI on 12 January Australia all-rounder Ash Gardner and England opener Tammy Beaumont have put their rivalry ...

The Guardian - 14h

Lamar attributes playoff woes to being 'too antsy'

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson attributes his 2-4 mark in the postseason to being "too antsy," but says he has found a way to balance that out.

ESPN - 16h

The best sign yet for Jalen Hurts' availability heading into Eagles playoffs

The Eagles on Tuesday waived quarterback Ian Book, which is a good sign for Jalen Hurts' availability on Sunday.

Yahoo Sports - 18h

2025 TGL golf: Schedule, format, rosters, where to watch Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy simulation league

The TGL debuts Tuesday with Xander Schauffele and Rickie Fowler's team playing in the inaugural match

CBS Sports - 19h

Lions expect Montgomery to be ready for playoffs

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said he expects veteran running back David Montgomery, who suffered an MCL injury in the Week 15 loss to the Buffalo Bills and has been sidelined the past three ...

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Ranking Every N.F.L. Team from First to Worst as the Playoffs Approach

There’s a new No. 1 team at the end of the regular season.

The New York Times - 1d

Ranking the 14 NFL quarterbacks in this year's playoffs

Who is the best quarterback in this year's NFL playoffs? From Patrick Mahomes to Jared Goff and Jalen Hurts, let's rank the 14 signal callers.

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Jalen Hurts remains in concussion protocol as Eagles prepare to face Packers in playoffs

There's no news on Jalen Hurts.

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Seahawks fire OC Grubb after missing playoffs

The Seahawks have fired offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb after one season, coach Mike Macdonald confirmed Monday.

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The NFL’s bogus playoff seeding system penalizes the more deserving

The 14-3 Vikings and 12-5 Commanders will open the playoffs on the road because the NFL insists on giving a home game to even the most middling of division winners

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The NFL’s bogus playoff seeding system penalizes the more deserving

The 14-3 Vikings and 12-5 Commanders will open the playoffs on the road because the NFL insists on giving a home game to even the most middling of division winners. The injustice of the NFL’s ...

The Guardian - 2d

NFL playoff narratives for all 14 postseason teams: Sam Darnold not playoff tested? Lions too banged up?

A narrative surrounding each playoff team

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Week 18 live scores: Broncos in driver's seat for last playoff spot

Denver has been in control for the entire game as Kansas City rests its starters before the playoffs. A win clinches a berth, eliminating Miami and Cincinnati.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

College football bowl games, expanded playoff dates and times

With the expanded playoff, the 2024-25 bowl schedule is bigger and better than ever.

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Week 18 NFL playoff picture: Ranking games with most important playoff implications after Vikings-Lions

Ranking the Week 18 games that matter in terms of importance

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Bengals keep playoff hopes alive, while Steelers lose fourth straight

Pittsburgh is in the playoffs despite its losing streak. Cincinnati will need help to get the 7-seed.

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Commanders get RB Ekeler back ahead of playoffs

The Commanders activated running back Austin Ekeler off injured reserve, giving them a key offensive player back as they prepare for the postseason.

ESPN - 3d

Is It Time for the N.F.L. to Rethink Its Playoff Format?

On Sunday, the Lions and Vikings face off to determine the N.F.C. No. 1 seed. The loser plays the first round on the road.

The New York Times - 4d

Swiatek and Boulter showcase new lease of life for mixed doubles format

United Cup attracted a healthy field of top players and this dynamic and intense event appears to be thriving. Towards the end of the frantic, tension-filled mixed doubles tussle between Poland and ...

The Guardian - 4d

How the Top-Seeded Teams Tumbled in the College Football Playoff

Texas, Penn State, Ohio State and Notre Dame advanced in the quarterfinals after beating higher-seeded teams.

The New York Times - 4d

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa says he'll play if Miami reaches NFL playoffs

Miami needs to win to keep its playoff hopes alive

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PGA Tour considering significant Tour Championship format change effective as early as 2025, per report

A bracket-style finale could be coming to the PGA Tour postseason this summer

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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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Kings World Cup Nations schedule, rules, tournament format for Gerard Pique's 7-a-side league

Everything you need to know about the 16-nation seven-a-side event in Italy

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Notre Dame Reaches the College Football Playoff Semifinals

Stellar defense from the Fighting Irish helped secure a 23-10 victory over Georgia and a date with Penn State in the Orange Bowl on Jan. 9.

The New York Times - 5d

Union hires Carnell seeking MLS playoffs return

The Philadelphia Union named Bradley Carnell as the fourth head coach in the Major League Soccer team's history on Thursday.

ESPN - 5d

College Football Playoff bracket predictions: Second-chance expert picks for crowning 2025 national champion

With the first round complete, some of our CBS Sports experts adjust their 2024-25 College Football Playoff brackets

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Ohio State vs. Oregon odds, line: 2025 College Football Playoff picks, Rose Bowl prediction by proven model

SportsLine's model simulated Wednesday's Oregon Ducks vs. Ohio State Buckeyes College Football Playoff Rose Bowl matchup 10,000 times

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Deebo predicts current NFL playoff bracket, Super Bowl 59 winner

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel gave his prediction for how the current NFL playoff bracket will play out.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1

2025 College Football Playoff odds, prediction: Texas vs. Arizona State picks from expert on 25-12 roll

Josh Nagel, who's on a 25-12 run on Texas picks, has revealed his picks for Texas Longhorns vs. Arizona State in Wednesday's College Football Playoff quarterfinal matchup at the Peach Bowl

CBS Sports - Jan. 1