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Conference title games are most evenly matched in 25 years

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 25, 2023 12:26 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) celebrates after an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
NFL Salute to Service award finalists: Hurst, Kittle, Rivera

Jan. 25, 2023 11:39 AM EST

FILE - New York Giants coach Brian Daboll stands along the sideline during the second half of the team's NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Nov. 20, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. Daboll, Doug Pederson and Kyle Shanahan are the finalists for AP Coach of the Year award. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Hurts, Jefferson, Mahomes among AP NFL MVP finalists

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 25, 2023 08:45 AM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts runs for a touchdown against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Mahomes the old man among 4 NFL conference title game QBs

By Josh Dubow Jan. 25, 2023 06:00 AM EST

New Tennessee Titans NFL football team general manager Ran Carthon speaks during a news conference Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
49ers lead the way in comp picks for diverse rewards policy

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 24, 2023 07:01 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts interim head coach Jeff Saturday watches during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
AP source: Colts still want to interview DeMeco Ryans

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 24, 2023 06:06 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Charles Omenihu (94) celebrates during the second half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023. The 49ers won 41-23. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
49ers' Omenihu arrested after domestic violence allegation

By Josh Dubow Jan. 24, 2023 12:07 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy speaks at a news conference after an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Cowboys' last-ditch plays against 49ers never have a prayer

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 24, 2023 05:55 AM EST

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir, middle, celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
49ers defense steps up in divisional-round win

By Josh Dubow Jan. 23, 2023 04:58 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, left, looks on after talking with New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) following an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, in Philadelphia. The Eagles won 38-7. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Eagles hope home field helps them vs 49ers in NFC title game

By Dan Gelston Jan. 23, 2023 03:52 PM EST

Today in Sports History-Larry Nassar found guilty

By The Associated Press Jan. 23, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 24 1939 — Eddie Collins, Wee Willie Keeler and George Sisler are elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. 1956 — Bob Pettit of the St....

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) is tackled by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Analysis: Defense still wins in the NFL playoffs

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 23, 2023 05:58 AM EST

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy pushes a cameraman away while walking off the field after an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Josie Lepe)
Jones frustrated as Cowboys fall short in playoffs again

By Josh Dubow Jan. 22, 2023 11:15 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) celebrates after catching a pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Josie Lepe)
49ers beat Cowboys 19-12 to advance to NFC title game

By Josh Dubow Jan. 22, 2023 09:47 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard (20) runs against San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw (57) and cornerback Deommodore Lenoir (38) during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
Cowboys RB Tony Pollard injures ankle vs. SF; ruled out

Jan. 22, 2023 08:22 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys place kicker Brett Maher (19) has a point after try blocked by San Francisco 49ers' Samson Ebukam during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Cowboys kicker misses 5th playoff PAT, makes 2 FGs

By Josh Dubow Jan. 22, 2023 07:39 PM EST

Indiana Pacers' Andrew Nembhard (2) drives past Phoenix Suns' Torrey Craig (0) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Phoenix, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
Indiana Pacers at Phoenix Suns 1/21/2023

Jan. 22, 2023 12:53 AM EST

Today in Sports History-Bryant scores staggering 81 points

By The Associated Press Jan. 21, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 22 1920 — The New York Yankees announce they will be the first team to wear uniform numbers, according to the player’s position in batting order. ...

FILE- San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) rushes during an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, on Dec.24, 2022, in Santa Clara, Calif. Dallas star Micah Parsons sees himself and fellow All-Pro edge rusher and NFL sacks leader Nick Bosa of San Francisco as entertainers in their divisional playoff. Even though they won't be on the field together, the meeting Sunday night showcases two of the best young pass rushers in the league. (AP Photo/Scot Tucker, File)
Bosa, Parsons bring pass-rushing spotlight to 49ers-Cowboys

By Schuyler Dixon Jan. 20, 2023 05:38 PM EST

New Tennessee Titans NFL football team general manager Ran Carthon speaks during a news conference Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Titans' 1st Black GM says he stands on 'shoulders of giants'

By Teresa M. Walker Jan. 20, 2023 04:34 PM EST