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OSU gears up for Penn State’s freshman QB

There’s a joke making the rounds in the Big Ten that maybe they ought to just name the freshman-of-the-week honors in the conference the Christian Hackenberg Award.


Garcia asks Browns for QB tryout

Here’s a new wrinkle in the Browns’ curious quarterback conundrum: Former NFL starter Jeff Garcia called and offered his services.


With Mike Brown back, Cavaliers look to improve

He was fired in the early days of that infamous summer three years ago when a “Decision” changed everything for the Cavaliers.


Cardinals, Red Sox renew October rivalry

Poland’s John Hirschbeck will umpire his fourth World Series and will be crew chief for the matchup between the Red Sox and the Cardinals.


Miami probe ends with Haith penalty

Missouri coach Frank Haith was suspended for five games by the NCAA on Tuesday after it was found that he inadequately monitored his former assistants’ interactions with a disgraced Miami booster and then tried to cover up a five-figure hush money payment to keep potential violations hidden.


Minors make major impact for Cardinals

The Cardinal Way is the secret to St. Louis’ success.


Giguere, Avalanche shut out Penguins

Gabriel Landeskog scored the game’s only goal 5:26 into the second period as Colorado improved to 8-1, the best start in franchise history.


Tigers’ Leyland steps down

The 68-year-old spent the last eight season managing Detroit.


OSU coaches have mixed feelings

The team’s defense has struggled in Big Ten games.


Red Sox riding wave of good feelings

With a “B Strong” logo on the Green Monster, one on their uniforms and another shaved into the Fenway grass, the Red Sox advanced to the World Series on Saturday night for the third time in 10 years.


Rookie Bell delivers for Steelers

Le’Veon Bell picked his way for a season-high 93 yards on 19 carries in Sunday’s 19-16 win over Baltimore.


Weeden’s future in doubt

Coach Rob Chudzinski admitted he’s considering a change at quarterback.


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Steelers show signs of life

Pittsburgh makes it two straight thanks to a game-winning field goal.

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Weeden’s woes continue for Browns

Not much went right for Cleveland in a 31-13 loss to the Packers.


Buckeyes flawed, but record isn’t

Ohio State debuted at No. 4 in the BCS rankings.