Eagles’ Hurts ‘progressing,’ may wear knee brace Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts said his injured left knee is “progressing” but he does anticipate wearing a brace for Sunday against the Commanders in the NFC Championship Game.

‘Locked in’ Daniels eyes historic road playoff win The Washington Commanders cite the poise and preparation of quarterback Jayden Daniels for settling the team when playing in hostile road environments this year.

Bills rule out S Rapp, will start rookie vs. Chiefs Bills starting safety Taylor Rapp will miss Sunday’s AFC Championship Game due to back and hip injuries. Rookie Cole Bishop is expected to start in Rapp’s place.

Win city: Vegas gets CFP championship in 2027 Las Vegas will host the College Football Playoff national championship game at Allegiant Stadium on Jan. 25, 2027.

Risers and fallers: Kel’el Ware, Aaron Gordon among those on the move Steve Alexander highlights five names trending upwards and four downwards, with key takeaways for each.

Which players have moved most in the rankings? Andre Snellings identifies the biggest movers in the rankings at the midway point of the NBA season.

Beach-bound: Scheffler to play at Pebble Pro-Am Scottie Scheffler has committed to play the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am next week, his first competition since suffering a puncture wound to his right hand while preparing Christmas dinner.

Commanders eye Super Bowl, long-shot history The Commanders, who face the Eagles in Sunday’s NFC Championship Game in Philadelphia, are a win away from becoming one the biggest preseason long shots ever to reach the Super Bowl.

Wildfires force Genesis to move to Torrey Pines The Genesis Invitational will be held this year at Torrey Pines in San Diego rather than Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, because of the recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area.

South Carolina extends Beamer through 2030 South Carolina has rewarded football coach Shane Beamer with a new contract that will run through the end of 2030.

Ohio St. RB Judkins leaving early for NFL draft Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins tells ESPN he is leaving school early and declaring for the NFL draft.

What we’re hearing in the transfer window: Rashford to Barcelona? Girma’s WSL move The January transfer window is now open, but what are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done? Get the latest every Friday.

NHL Power Rankings: Capitals retain the crown, plus each team’s most intriguing game before 4 Nations Alex Ovechkin & Co. continue to impress our voting panel. And which games should fans of each team circle on the upcoming slate?

Poise, unreal game prep and poking a GOAT: How Washington knew Jayden Daniels was special from the start As early as the spring, Washington had a feeling the rookie QB would excel. By the end of training camp, the Commanders were sure.

Josh Allen has always been ‘that guy’: Teammates past and present reflect on Allen’s leadership skills ‘His leadership and his mentality is kind of infectious for the whole team.’

Everything you need to know for NFL conference championship games: Score picks, predictions and storylines Commanders-Eagles and Bills-Chiefs are on deck Sunday. We previewed both matchups, including game picks.

Dodgers land another star? Jays do (or don’t) extend Vlad Jr.? Bold predictions for the rest of the MLB offseason Here’s what our experts think could still go down between now and spring training, from free agency to off-the-field drama.

Sinner tops Shelton to return to Aussie Open final Defending champion Jannik Sinner overcame some third-set cramping and beat Ben Shelton 7-6 (2), 6-2, 6-2 on Friday to return to the Australian Open final as he pursues a third Grand Slam title.

Sources: Coen back talking to Jags after GM exit Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen is in Jacksonville, meeting with the Jaguars one day after agreeing to stay in Tampa on a deal that would have made him the NFL’s highest-paid coordinator, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Commanders on Barkley: ‘Just try to contain him’ The Commanders know what they have to do Sunday against the Eagles in the NFC championship: stop Saquon Barkley.