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Steam from Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes' breath is seen during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs QB Mahomes joins ownership group for NWSL team

By Anne M. Peterson Jan. 10, 2023 03:40 PM EST

Today in Sports History-Rivers completes 25-straight passes

By The Associated Press Nov. 24, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Nov. 25 1925 — Red Grange, playing his first game as a professional with the Chicago Bears, is held to 36 yards in a 0-0 tie with the Chicago Cardinals...

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead, Nov. 25-Dec. 1

By The Associated Press Nov. 24, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Nov. 25 1925 — Red Grange, playing his first game as a professional with the Chicago Bears, is held to 36 yards in a 0-0 tie with the Chicago Cardinals...

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) passes against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Glendale, Ariz., Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Seahawks believe Geno Smith's surprising run will continue

By Tim Booth Nov. 17, 2022 06:12 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) evades a tackle by Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham (55) during the first half of an NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
Steelers rookie QB Kenny Pickett learning on the job

By Will Graves Nov. 03, 2022 03:49 PM EDT

Sportlight-Week Ahead, Nov. 4-10

By The Associated Press Nov. 03, 2022 10:00 AM EDT
Nov. 4 1934 — The Detroit Lions rush for an NFL-record 426 yards in a 40-7 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The only bright spot for the Pirates is...

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson speaks during a press conference after a practice session at The Grove in Watford near London, Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. The Jacksonville Jaguars will take on the Denver Broncos in an NFL regular season game on Sunday at Wembley Stadium in London. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)
Russell Wilson will start for Broncos against Jags in London

By Ken Maguire Oct. 28, 2022 10:13 AM EDT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Marquise Goodwin (11) celebrates with quarterback Geno Smith (7) after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Surprising Giants and Seahawks clash in NFC showdown

By Tim Booth Oct. 27, 2022 06:31 PM EDT

FILE - NBC Sports commentators Mike Tirico, left, and former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees broadcast from the field before an NFL football game between the New Orleans Saints and the Buffalo Bills, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021, in New Orleans. Brees put his broadcasting career on hold after one year to spend weekends with his family. Going back to the booth or studio is always a possibility for the 13-time Pro Bowl quarterback who worked in a variety of roles for NBC last season. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman, File)
Drew Brees enjoying family time, still open to broadcasting

By Rob Maaddi Oct. 06, 2022 11:15 AM EDT

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur directs his team during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
Rodgers relishes Packers long-awaited London game vs. Giants

By Ken Maguire Oct. 06, 2022 10:46 AM EDT

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Matt Ryan (2) leaves the field following an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars defeated the Colts 24-0. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)
Unbeaten Chiefs trying to stay hot against winless Colts

By The Associated Press Sep. 22, 2022 12:24 PM EDT

Today in Sports History: Week Ahead, Sept. 16-22

By The Associated Press Sep. 15, 2022 10:00 AM EDT
Sept. 16 1885 — The America’s Cup is successfully defended by U.S. yacht Puritan as it beats Britain’s Genesta in two heats. 1926 — Henri...

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) passes as guard Phil Haynes (60) and offensive tackle Charles Cross (67) block during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Caean Couto)
Geno Smith ready for spotlight as Seahawks host Broncos

By Tim Booth Sep. 11, 2022 02:30 PM EDT

Today in Sports History: Randy Johnson reaches 3,000 Ks

By The Associated Press Sep. 09, 2022 10:00 AM EDT
Sept. 10 1933 — Fred Perry wins his first U.S. men’s singles title with a 6-3, 11-13, 4-6, 6-0, 6-1 victory over Australian Jack Crawford. ...

FILE - Former Mississippi quarterback Eli Manning laughs as he addresses the crowd as his jersey, number 10, is retired at a half time ceremony during an NCAA college football game against LSU in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. The two-time Super Bowl MVP is already quite the media pro. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis, File)
Witty, engaging Eli Manning is master pitchman, media pro

By Rob Maaddi Sep. 08, 2022 11:07 AM EDT

Today in Sports: Week Ahead, Sept. 9-15

By The Associated Press Sep. 08, 2022 10:00 AM EDT
Sept. 9 1940 — Donald McNeil beats Bobby Riggs after losing the first two sets to capture the U.S. Lawn Tennis Association title. Alice Marble wins her...

From left to right, Denver Broncos quarterbacks Brett Rypien, Russell Wilson and Josh Johnson look on during the NFL football team's training camp Saturday, July 30, 2022, in Centennial, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Johnson contends for backup job in Denver, his 14th NFL team

By Pat Graham Aug. 11, 2022 03:15 PM EDT

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) is sacked on a play by linebacker Oshane Ximines (53) during training camp at the NFL football team's practice facility, Saturday, July 30, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Giants QB Daniel Jones still making mistakes early in camp

By Tom Canavan Aug. 02, 2022 05:44 PM EDT

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll answers questions from media at the NFL football team's rookie minicamp in East Rutherford, N.J., Friday, May 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
Jones shrugs off Giants not picking up his 5th- year option

By Tom Canavan May. 19, 2022 04:42 PM EDT

Georgia coach Kirby Smart talks with defensive back Nyland Green (1) after a play during the NCAA college football team's G-Day game Saturday, April 16, 2022, in Athens, Ga. (Jason Getz/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
College football, XFL, Australian Open headline ESPN slate

By Joe Reedy May. 17, 2022 12:08 PM EDT