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Trevor Lawrence's 10 best fits in the 2021 NFL Draft, from the ideal Broncos to long-shot Patriots

Trevor Lawrence would fit with any team in 2021. Here are the 10 best NFL landing spots for the Clemson quarterback and likely No. 1 overall draft pick.

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 4

In our picks and predictions for Week 4 of the 2020 NFL season, Cleveland keeps rolling in an upset over Dallas while Chicago and Green Bay survive close calls to improve to 4-0.

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Sooners issues that won't go away

Oklahoma lost back-to-back games for the first time since 1999. SN looks at the Sooners' biggest problems.

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Georgia balance too much for Auburn

Georgia showed balanced on both sides in a top-10 blowout against Auburn on Saturday.

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Bama offense taking off with Jones

Mac Jones enjoyed a career day against Texas A&M and Alabama's offense is as dangerous as ever.

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Big 12 mess with Texas

Texas and Oklahoma can't carry the Big 12 in 2020, and that means virtual College Football Playoff elimination.

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How will Indians, Reds recover after three-day MLB playoff nightmare?

The Indians and Reds were bounced from the MLB playoffs in two different but disappointing fashions. How will they respond?

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Auburn-Georgia

Auburn and Georgia meet in the first top-10 showdown of the 2020 college football season. SN previews the matchup.

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Week 5 primer

Sporting News gets you ready for Week 5 of the college football season, including a look at Auburn-Georgia

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Who is Brett Rypien? Get to know the Broncos' ninth starting QB since Peyton Manning retired

From Boise State to a Super Bowl tie, Brett Rypien path to the NFL is interesting. He will take his shot at Denver's next starting quarterback.

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What another NBA championship would mean for LeBron's legacy

What would another NBA championship mean for LeBron James? Let's take a closer look.

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MLB should build on fantastic playoff schedule

The MLB playoffs have an opportunity to pull in casual fans with a loaded first-round schedule.

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Big Ten football is back: Everything to know about the schedule, teams & more for 2020 season

The Big Ten is back for 2020 after conference officials voted to reverse its original decision to cancel the season. Here are the key details to know, including the Big Ten schedule and teams participating.

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Week 5 college picks

Sporting News makes its picks against the spread for Week 5, including the top-10 showdown against Georgia and Auburn.

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CFP Picture

Sporting News looks at the College Football Playoff picture heading into Week 5

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Rodgers' supporting cast looks to be championship-caliber

Green Bay is off to a 3-0 start under the leadership of Aaron Rodgers, who may have his best supporting cast on offense in a decade.

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Will Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson add to highest-scoring MNF games of all time?

Monday Night Football has produced some exciting high-scoring affairs. Will the Chiefs-Ravens game join that list?

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Aaron Rodgers vs. Drew Brees: Inside the numbers for two QBs chasing second Super Bowl ring

Aaron Rodgers and Drew Brees are two future Hall of Famers heading into their fifth head-to-head matchup on "Sunday Night Football."

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The U

Miami is 3-0 after September and faces ACC champion Clemson next. Can 'The U' answer the eternal question?

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SEC's biggest overreactions from Week 5

Sporting News looks at the biggest overreactions from SEC play after the first week of conference play.

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'Air Raid' too much for LSU

Mississippi State opened the season with a stunning upset against LSU — and validation for first-year coach Mike Leach.

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Lane Kiffin's flair-filled debut shows where Ole Miss must find substance

Ole Miss wasn't short on flair in its opener, but there is work to be done in Oxford under Lane Kiffin.

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How OU's upset loss impacts Big 12, College Football Playoff picture

A look at the playoff implications of Oklahoma's shocking Week 4 loss to Kansas State.

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Full list of 2020 college football games canceled or postponed by COVID-19

The college football season is on, but COVID-19 continues to impact the schedule. Here is a look at the games that have been postponed.

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Emmitt on Dak

Emmitt Smith showed his support for Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, both on and off the field.

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Florida legend Emmitt Smith talks Gators, limited SEC crowds and 'Homegating'

Emmitt Smith knows the power of The Swamp, but he believes Florida will be fine with limited fans in the stadium in 2020.

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Here's a list of notable college football players opting out of the 2020 season

The 2020 college football season remains uncertain, but some FBS players are not taking any chances with their future.

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Six questions about College Football Playoff now that Pac-12's back

The Pac-12 returns a seven-game schedule in 2020. The conference's announcement sparked additional CFP debate well before the season's start.

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Miami-FSU

Sporting News breaks down Saturday's matchup between in-state rivals Miami and Florida State.

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Week 4 primer

The SEC is back, Miami-FSU returns and Army has a chance to increase its profile.

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SEC football is back! Eight reasons to be excited for 2020 season

SEC football is back. Sporting News looks at eight reasons to be excited for the 2020 season.

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SEC predictions

Will Alabama regain control of the SEC in 2020? Sporting News makes its conference predictions for the upcoming season.

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Week 4 college picks

The SEC is back, and we have picks for every top 25 matchup heading into Week 4.

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College football Week 4 bowl projections: Big Ten's return shakes up Playoff picture

Week 4 feels like the true start of the College Football Playoff race.

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The Cowboys are America's Most Exciting Team after rollercoaster first two games

Dallas won a 40-39 thriller in Week 2 despite more head-scratching decisions by its first-year coach.

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Kyler Murray following MVP paths of Mahomes, Jackson

Arizona is 2-0 with its Year 2 quarterback and set up for more success with its early schedule. Is it too early for MVP talk?

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Big Ten schedule breakdown

What are the biggest highlights of the final copy of the Big Ten's schedule? Sporting News takes a closer look.

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Picks for every top-25 matchup in Week 3

Sporting News looks at the big games for Week 3, including the ACC showdown between Louisville and Miami.

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Zeke's shoes

Ezekiel Elliott is using his signature celebration to help the North Dallas Food Bank.

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Browns' new ground-and-pound offense is up and running

Baker Mayfield and Odell Beckham Jr. make the headlines, but the Browns' success hinges on a 1-2 running game that dominated in Week 2.

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Where is college football being played in 2020? A state-by-state look at the FBS

Here is a state-by-state look at the 76 FBS schools that will attempt to play football during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to those that have canceled their seasons.

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Big Ten, Kevin Warren finally put out best plan for 'fluid' 2020 season

For those who chose to listen instead of rendering instant judgment on Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren, he put it out there in the simplest of terms Wednesday: The decision to bring back football for the fall season comes with one all-important standard.

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Battle of Ohio

Can Baker Mayfield and Joe Burrow elevate the Battle of Ohio to its 1980s heyday? We talked to Bernie Kosar and Boomer Esiason about it.

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Who is Joe Judge? Fast facts about the Giants' new head coach, former Bill Belichick assistant

Here is a closer look at Joe Judge, the latest former Bill Belichick assistant who will try to succeed as a head coach.

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Packers' plan to stay atop North off to good start

The Packers' offense looked fluid in Week 1, and that starts with Matt LaFleur and Aaron Rodgers.

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Bad call, blown kick spoil Joe Burrow's Bengals debut

The Bengals and their rookie quarterback had a chance to win in Week 1, but a bad call and a botched field goal try led to a loss.

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Why Newton's Pats have better chance than Brady's Bucs to win Super Bowl

Which quarterback will have more success in their new spot this season: Tom Brady in Tampa Bay or Cam Newton in New England?

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How Cowboys, Mike McCarthy can learn from Packers mistakes

Mike McCarthy will restart his coaching career in Dallas, but the same expectations he had in Green Bay exist in 2020.

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What happened to Andy Dalton?

Andy Dalton is Dallas' backup in 2020. What does that mean for the future of franchise QB Dak Prescott?

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Overreacting to what happened in CFB Week 2

A look at the biggest overreactions after Week 2 of the college football season.

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Tom Brady vs. Drew Brees: Inside the numbers

Tom Brady and Drew Brees first met in 1999. The 40-something QBs rekindle their competitive rivalry Sunday in the third of three historic matchups this season.

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Clemson's Lawrence biggest reason right now to watch 2020 season

Trevor Lawrence didn't have to play in 2020, yet he was on the field for the Tigers' opener. His presence legitimizes the college football season in almost every way.

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Notre Dame in ACC: Will Book keep Irish from challenging Clemson?

Notre Dame won its first game as a full-time ACC member, but the Irish will need to show more as conference play gets tougher in 2020.

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Week 2 college picks

The ACC and Big 12 open this weekend, and we have picks against the spread for the biggest games in Week 2.

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Alabama high school team wins on last-second, nine-lateral miracle touchdown

Hillcrest High School trailed Tuscaloosa 30-28 with two seconds remaining before running a miracle nine-lateral play on Friday night.

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Luke Fickell embraces Bearcats' chance as Ohio's last team standing

The Cincinnati Bearcats are the only FBS team in Ohio playing in 2020. That gives the program a unique opportunity to shine.

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College football Week 2 primer: Heisman Watch, upset picks, predictions and more

Sporting News looks at the college football landscape heading into Week 2.

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Fantasy TE sleepers

If you miss out on an elite tight end early in your fantasy football draft, you'll be hoping to hit on a breakout later -- even if that means taking two guys lower in the rankings. We offer up nine potential sleeper TEs, including...Taysom Hill?

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Fantasy Football WR Sleepers: Several young wide receivers poised for breakouts

Whether you're looking for a rookie surprise, second-year stud, or fabled third-year WR breakout, we have a list of potential wide receiver sleepers you need to know ahead of your 2020 fantasy football draft.

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Fantasy football sleeper QBs

Everyone knows the quarterback position is stacked, but that doesn't mean there aren't potential breakouts to be found. We highlight six sleeper QBs worth circling on your cheat sheets ahead of fantasy football drafts.

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College football schedule 2020: Complete list of games for all 76 FBS schools, week by week

Here is a complete look at the week-by-week FBS college football schedule for the 76 remaining schools playing in 2020.

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Packers predictions 2020: Final record projection, Super Bowl 55 odds

Green Bay is coming off a 13-3 season, which will be difficult to replicate. Is Aaron Rodgers up to the challenge?

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Steelers predictions 2020: Final record projection, Super Bowl 55 odds

The Steelers are trying to get back to the playoffs in 2020. Is the schedule set up for more success?

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Week 1 college picks

We have college football picks against the spread for Week 1, including the BYU-Navy showdown on Labor Day.

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Georgia QB

Georgia transfer quarterback Jamie Newman opted out for 2020, which opens the door for another transfer quarterback.

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Why 'Cobra Kai' is dominating Netflix with no mercy

"Cobra Kai" is the top show on Netflix, and it's easy to see why. The show bridges generations to perfection.

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The Big Ten's path back to football season in four unlikely steps

The Big Ten season is still being talked about at the highest levels, and that path back to football, while not impossible, seems unlikely.

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Playoff shake-up

Notre Dame wins the ACC? Three SEC teams? How the same-old playoff picks could be shake up the 2020-21 College Football Playoff.

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Playoff predictions

Sporting News revises its College Football Playoff picks heading into 2020.

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Big 12 predictions

Will anybody in the Big 12 stand up to Oklahoma in 2020? Sporting News makes its Big 12 picks.

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ACC predictions

Sporting News looks at the ACC predictions for 2020. Will Notre Dame throw a wrench into Clemson's run at a sixth straight title?

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Big Ten and Pac-12 postpone fall sports season

Sporting News is tracking the latest updates on the state of the 2020 college football season as Power 5 officials determine whether fall sports can be played during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States.

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Browns predictions 2020: Final record projection, Super Bowl 55 odds

The Browns were a bust in 2019. Will this year's new-look version deliver on its playoff potential?

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Bengals predictions 2020: Final record projection, Super Bowl 55 odds

The Bengals drafted Joe Burrow with the No. 1 pick. How much will their win total improve in 2020?

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College football 2020: Picking the best game each week of this year's schedule

Sporting News selects the best game in each week of the 2020 college football schedule. Circle your calendars now.

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MAC forward

The MAC was the first FBS conference to cancel football. Here's a look at what the conference is hoping happens next.

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OSU No. 2?

Ohio State is No. 2 in the AP Poll, but it won't matter outside of hypothetical debates in the future.

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Preseason Polls

Sporting News compares the AP and Coaches Poll ahead of the 2020 college football season.

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AP Preseason Poll

The AP released its preseason poll on Monday, and Clemson is No. 1 for the second straight season.

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Top 25 preseason college football rankings

With 76 teams still playing in the FBS, Sporting News revised its 2020 preseason top 25 rankings.

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Ohio emerges at heart of football's multi-layered COVID-19 debate

When it comes to playing football in 2020, Ohio will serve as the barometer for the rest of the nation.

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Here is the SEC football schedule for 2020

Here is a complete look at the SEC football schedule in 2020, organized by week and by school.

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SEC wins big with wait-and-see schedule plan

The SEC made the right call by waiting to release its schedule. Now, will the season play out on those much-anticipated dates?

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College football 2020: Full week-by-week schedule for ACC, Big 12, SEC

A look at the 2020 college football schedule, starting with the Big Ten and Pac-12.

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Which SEC school should Big Ten fans adopt? A fan's guide for 2020

Perhaps, just for one year, Big Ten fans can adopt an SEC school to root for on the couch. Yeah, we know, it's almost impossible.

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Why Big Ten should play spring football

Big Ten coaches want spring football, but is that ambitious option possible in 2021?

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Huskers' future: What are their options?

Should Nebraska leave the Big Ten amid the conference's decision to cancel the 2020 season? Looking at the Huskers' future options.

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Missing Big Ten, Pac-12

No White Out? No Fight On? The things we'll miss most without Big Ten and Pac-12 football this season.

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Big Ten commish Kevin Warren makes right call, but did it come at wrong time?

The Big Ten became the first conference to cancel its season Thursday. Was the timing right?

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How Ohio State, Michigan impact the Big Ten's final decision

The Big Ten's Big Two still want to play in 2020, and that always carries weight when it comes to college football.

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Nebraska's 'other options'

Scott Frost made it clear that Nebraska intends to play in 2020, even if the Big Ten cancels its season.

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MAC cancels football

The Mid-American Conference became the first FBS conference to cancel its fall football season.

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SEC's new cross-division schedule for 2020

The new cross-division SEC opponents were announced Friday. Here is a team-by-team review of the updated schedule.

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Coaches Poll: Clemson edges Ohio State at No. 1

Clemson is the No. 1 team in the Coaches Poll for the second straight season. Who else made the top 25?

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ACC football schedule for 2020, dates for every conference game

Notre Dame is a full ACC member for the 2020 football season and eligible to compete in the ACC championship game;

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Brett Favre believes in CBD's future in NFL, partners with Green Eagle

Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre is endorsing CBD products, and he believes they have a place in the NFL's future.

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Why did the Big Ten move Ohio State vs. Michigan? Making sense of The Game's new date on 2020 football schedule

You try to make some sense of the decision to move The Game, then you see it still makes no sense at all.

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Big Ten football schedule for 2020, dates for every conference game

The Big Ten released its 2020 football schedule on Wednesday. The Game between Ohio State and Michigan has a new slot.

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College football predictions for 2020 bowl games, Playoff semifinals, national championship

Sporting News projects all 44 bowl games for the 2020 college football season.

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College football 2020: Preseason top 25 rankings, bowl projections, All-Americans and more

Sporting News is preparing for the 2020 college football season, and we have all the offseason content you need here to get ready.

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Pac-12 football schedule for 2020: Full game-by-game and team matchups

The 2020 Pac-12 schedule was revealed for 2020.

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SEC goes conference-only; which games have been canceled as a result?

A look at the nonconference games that have been wiped off the SEC schedule for 2020.

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COVID-19 and college football: Where each Power 5 conference stands on 2020 schedule

A closer look at where the five most powerful conferences are on scheduling for the 2020 season.

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Report: SEC adopts conference-only schedule for 2020 season

The SEC is the latest conference to adopt a conference-only schedule. They join the Big Ten and Pac-12 with that model in 2020.

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What if Notre Dame wins ACC in 2020?

The Irish will play a full 10-game ACC schedule in 2020. Notre Dame is eligible to compete in the ACC championship game, too, and that creates an interesting dynamic that could have an impact in future seasons.

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Virginia Tech star Caleb Farley opts out of 2020 season

Virginia Tech cornerback Caleb Farley on Wednesday became the first FBS player to opt out of the 2020 football season.

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No, Bill Belichick is not tanking so the Patriots can draft Trevor Lawrence

The omnipresent conspiracy theory surrounding the Patriots' 2020 offseason moves is a bit absurd, even by Hoodie standards. Here are all the reasons why Bill Belichick isn't tanking for Trevor Lawrence.

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Report: Pac-12 eyes Sept. 19 start to college football season

The Pac-12 has a schedule model that is expected to be approved next week. When would the season start?

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COVID-19 and college football: The best-case scenario for 2020 season still stands

We look at the best-case scenario for a college football season in 2020. What still needs to happen for football in the fall?

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What's the magic number to clinch a playoff berth in a 60-game MLB season?

MLB's 60-game season should create some wild playoff races within the six divisions.

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Why the Reds are primed to be a 60-game sleeper

The Reds were built for 2020. A shorter season might help their playoff chances even more.

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Ranking college football's best transfer quarterbacks for 2020 season

Sporting News breaks down the top quarterbacks coming out of the transfer portal for the 2020 college football season.

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Michigan will not have full Big House if college football happens in 2020

Michigan announced changes to its ticket policy on Wednesday.

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Browns right to extend Myles Garrett the chance to be NFL's best defensive player

Is Myles Garrett's extension worth it? It is if you look closer at the production on the field over the past few seasons.

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Four things we'll miss most because of college football's conference-only schedule

A look at four storylines that were canceled because of the shift to a conference-only schedule in college football.

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JT Daniels ruled eligible at Georgia, adds to QB competition

Georgia received the good news that JT Daniels is eligible to play right away. Will the USC transfer start for the Bulldogs?

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Exploring Notre Dame's schedule in a conference-only college football season

Can Notre Dame have a season in a conference-only college football landscape? We look at the Irish's options.

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Conference-only schedule is college football's best hope for 2020

Is college football still realistic in 2020? Sporting News takes a look at the best-case scenario for an upcoming season.

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What the Ivy League's sports decision means for the rest of college football

Will college football's Power 5 conferences follow the Ivy League's decision to cancel or postpone the 2020 season until spring?

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Despite costs, Big Ten makes right call with conference-only season

A look at the big questions after the Big Ten moved to a conference-only fall sports schedule.

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Texas, Oklahoma still plan on playing without Texas State Fair

The Texas State Fair was canceled. How does that impact the Red River Showdown?

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Why Clemson-Notre Dame should be the biggest game of college football season

SN picked Clemson-Notre Dame as its Game of the Year for 2020. Here are the implications for the November showdown.

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The best college football games in 2020; SN's pick for Game of the Year

Sporting News looks at the best games on the 2020 college football schedule and offers its pick for game of the year.

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UNC the place to be? Mack Brown's blue-chip recruiting easy to see

What's behind North Carolina's recruiting success? Mack Brown will tell you in the simplest terms.

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Answering five looming COVID-19 questions for the 2020 college football season

What needs to happen for college football to happen this fall? We look at the COVID-19 concerns heading into July.

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The best College Football Playoff contenders for every conference in 2020

How many teams can legitimately compete for a national championship in 2020? Sporting News takes a closer look.

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Four reasons why Cam Newton signing improves Patriots' Super Bowl odds in 2020

The timing on the Cam Newton contract makes a lot of sense for the Patriots, but will it help them stay relevant in the AFC playoff race in 2020?

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College football coaches facing hottest seats, most pressure in 2020

There is a difference between facing pressure, which comes with the expectations of winning at the big-time programs, and the hot seat — which means you might be looking for a new job if you don't win now.

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Ken Griffey Jr. was just as 'cool' then as Patrick Mahomes is now

Ken Griffey Jr. was the coolest athlete of his generation, and it resembles the pull Patrick Mahomes II has on the NFL now.

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Christian McCaffrey teams with dad to give Father's Day surprise to military members

Christian McCaffrey continues his work with USAA, and he gave a father-daughter military combo a Father's Day weekend surprise.

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Ken Dorsey, Darren Sproles among first-timers on College Football Hall of Fame ballot

Miami's Ken Dorsey and Kansas State's Darren Sproles are among the first-timers on the NFF College Football Hall of Fame ballot for 2021.

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Heisman Trophy odds: Looking beyond Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields to find the best 2020 sleepers

How do you spot a Heisman Trophy sleeper like Joe Burrow? Let's take a closer look at the 2020 field for the unusual suspects.

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Mike Gundy needs to talk less, listen more if he wants to remain Oklahoma State's leader

Mike Gundy's tenure as the Cowboys' head coach will depend on how much he listens to his players about race.

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Iowa parts ways with strength coach accused of mistreating players based on race

Iowa parted ways with strength coach Chris Doyle on Monday amid allegations of mistreating players based on their race.

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Mark McGwire's 70-home run season: A timeline of monster shots and memorable moments

Looking back at the memorable home runs that shaped Mark McGwire's 70-homer season in 1998.

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SEC coach rankings for 2020: LSU's Ed Orgeron makes big leap up

LSU's Ed Orgeron is coming off a national championship season. Where does that put him in our SEC coach rankings for 2020?

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Big 12 coach rankings for 2020: Will Tom Herman live up to ranking at Texas?

Tom Herman is still the second-highest ranked coach in the Big 12. Is that ranking justified?

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Pac-12 coach rankings: Mario Cristobal moves to top of list

Oregon's Mario Cristobal tops our 2020 Pac-12 coach rankings. What other coaches made the top five?

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ACC coach rankings for 2020: Mack Brown, Scott Satterfield trending up

The ACC coach rankings start with Clemson's Dabo Swinney, but the second spot is a hot debate in 2020.

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bruce Lee: How the friendship led to a legendary fight scene

Why did Kareem Abdul-Jabbar fight Bruce Lee? A look at their fight scene in "Game of Death."

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FSU's Marvin Wilson calls out Mike Norvell for 'lie' about George Floyd discussion

Florida State players are upset with Mike Norvell's claims in an interview with The Athletic.

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Kordell Stewart, App State and more: Michigan's most heartbreaking football losses

A look at a dozen Michigan heartbreakers on the football field. Which one resonates most?

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Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh marches in Ann Arbor protest

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh joined a peaceful protest in Ann Arbor on Tuesday against police brutality.

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Notre Dame-Navy football game moved from Dublin to Annapolis, a first for storied rivalry

The Navy-Notre Dame series won't be played in Ireland in 2020, but the alternative could be fun.

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Clemson's top receiver Justyn Ross to undergo surgery, miss 2020 season

Clemson's top target in the receiving game will miss the 2020 season, according to Dabo Swinney.

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Late Auburn coach Pat Dye brought balance to Iron Bowl that still remains

Auburn coach Pat Dye died Monday, and his legacy will be forever tied to shifting the Iron Bowl to its present state.

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Miami vs. Ohio State: How 2003 Fiesta Bowl call actually changed both programs

A controversial call changed the 2003 Fiesta Bowl result, but it also shaped the fortunes of Ohio State and Miami's programs.

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Tom Brady vs. Peyton Manning: Looking back at their 17 legendary head-to-head matchups

Tom Brady and Peyton Manning met 17 times on the football field. We look back at those legendary head-to-head matchups.

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For Vincent Jackson, life after football means inspiring military families

Vincent Jackson's military roots shaped his NFL career. Now, he's paying that forward with his foundation work.

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Beating Ohio State is much more than a Michigan problem in the Big Ten

Michigan isn't the only Big Ten team with trouble beating the Buckeyes. Here's a breakdown of Ohio State's conference dominance.

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Jim Harbaugh, Gene Smith address 100,000-fan question at Michigan, Ohio State

Michigan's Jim Harbaugh and Ohio State's Gene Smith shared different views on fans in the stands for the 2020 college football season.

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Lane Kiffin Bowl? Three questions Ole Miss, USC will answer before 2025

Ole Miss and USC scheduled a home-and-home series for 2025-26. Will Lane Kiffin be around to enjoy the fun?

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The greatest Michael Jordan game you definitely don't remember

Remembering a Michael Jordan-Kobe Bryant showdown that still resonates almost 20 years later.

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Next 10-part sports documentary? Tiger Woods is the only right answer

The Tiger Woods story has all the elements needed for an award-winning mega-documentary.

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Remembering when Michael Jordan, Bulls shut down Jazz in biggest NBA Finals blowout ever

How did the Bulls beat the Jazz by 42 points in the 1998 NBA Finals? Luc Longley tells SN why he still appreciates Chicago's defense more than anything.

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Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing & the best players Michael Jordan blocked from winning an NBA championship

These six players likely would have won at least one NBA championship if not for Michael Jordan.

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How many championships did Michael Jordan win? Breaking down his NBA Finals runs

Here's a look at Michael Jordan's championship runs, and the NBA players who share his company in that prestigious club.

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Mack Brown open to Jim Harbaugh's NFL Draft proposal with underclassmen

Brown said Harbaugh's proposal is another way to benefit the student-athlete on top of recent rulings related to name, image and likeness compensation.

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Five-star Zachary Evans commits to TCU after long-winding recruitment

TCU landed its highest-ranked recruit in five-star Zachary Evans, ending a drama-filled path to college football for the running back.

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Browns schedule 2020: Less prime-time exposure good for true playoff path

Cleveland's schedule doesn't feature much prime-time action, and that could be a good thing for a team with tempered expectations.

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Browns schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the Cleveland Browns’ 2020 schedule, including dates and start times for all 16 games and our early prediction.

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Ravens schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the Baltimore Ravens’ 2020 schedule, including dates and start times for all 16 games and our early prediction.

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Vikings schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the Minnesota Vikings’ 2020 schedule, including dates and start times for all 16 games and our early prediction.

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Lions schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the Detroit Lions’ 2020 schedule, including dates and start times for all 16 games and our early prediction.

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Bengals schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the Cincinnati Bengals’ 2020 schedule, including dates and start times for all 16 games and our early prediction.

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Bears schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the Bears’ 2020 schedule, including dates and start times for all 16 games and our early prediction.

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Packers schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the Green Bay Packers’ 2020 schedule, including dates and start times for all 16 games and our early prediction.

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Steelers schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2020 schedule, including dates and start times for all 16 games and our early prediction.

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The 17 must-watch games on the 2020 NFL schedule

Sporting News ranks the best games on the NFL schedule for 2020.

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Tom Brady's most interesting games on the 2020 NFL schedule, ranked

The Tompa Brady factor will be real during the quarterback's first season with the Buccaneers and a couple games stand out above the rest.

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Inside the 'Dream Team': A complete roster & history of USA's 1992 Olympic men's basketball team

Here's a guide to everything you need to know about the "Dream Team," which changed basketball forever with its run to the gold medal in the 1992 Olympics.

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Trevor Lawrence won't go No. 1 in 2021? Four ways that happens

Is it possible for someone other than Trevor Lawrence to go No. 1 in 2021. Here are the four scenarios where that happens.

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Who is Toni Kukoc? 5 fast facts about the European prodigy who drew the ire of Michael Jordan

Toni Kukoc was a key piece on the Bulls' second three-peat team, but his path to Chicago wasn't easy.

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How 'The Spot' widened gap for Ohio State, Michigan in The Game

Michigan was within inches of beating Ohio State in 2016, but hasn't come close since.

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NFL Draft prospects 2021: Big board of top 50 players overall, complete position rankings

Sporting News' first big board for the 2021 NFL Draft looks at the top 50 prospects ranked by position, a list that starts with Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence.

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NFL Draft winners & losers 2020: Vikings, Steelers, Cowboys impress; Packers, Eagles confuse

Sporting News breaks down the biggest winners and losers from the 2020 NFL Draft. Which teams got it right? Which ones got it wrong?

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NFL Draft picks by college 2020: LSU beats out Michigan, Ohio State, Alabama for most draft picks

LSU led all FBS schools in selections at the 2020 NFL Draft, but Michigan, Ohio State and Alabama also had impressive showings. A school-by-school look at the 255 picks.

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'Bad Boys' Pistons' true greatness swept aside by 'The Last Dance'

The "Bad Boy" Pistons were more than just a bully, but that story was brushed aside in "The Last Dance."

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2022 NFL Draft: Sam Howell a first-round QB in waiting at North Carolina

Sam Howell will be a top quarterback in the 2022 NFL Draft, and those preparations are already starting at North Carolina.

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NFL Draft prospects 2021: The top 10 quarterbacks, ranked from Trevor Lawrence to Ian Book

Trevor Lawrence and Justin Fields will battle it out to be the top QB taken in 2021. We look at the top 10 QBs for next season.

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What is the Eagles' plan for Jalen Hurts? Interesting scenarios emerge from surprise NFL Draft pick

Philadelphia is hoping for a solid backup quarterback as insurance for Carson Wentz in the short term. Long term? That's a more interesting scenario.

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Why did Jalen Hurts leave Alabama? A timeline of the Oklahoma QB's path to 2020 NFL Draft

Jalen Hurts is one of the most unique QB prospects in the 2020 NFL Draft given his career path.

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Why Aaron Rodgers-Jordan Love drama doesn't compare to Favre-Rodgers in Green Bay

Somebody will have to replace Aaron Rodgers at some point, but the dynamics are different for several reasons.

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Too soon? Packers put unnecessary pressure on Aaron Rodgers with Jordan Love pick

The Green Bay Packers picked Jordan Love in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, which puts undue pressure on the Aaron Rodgers era.

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Why Tua Tagovailoa won't disappoint as Dolphins' top pick despite injury history

Miami made the right call with Tua Tagovailoa at the No. 5 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. The reward should outweigh the risk.

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Who is Jeff Okudah? Get to know the 2020 NFL Draft's best cornerback from Ohio State

Jeff Okudah's experiences at Ohio State shaped the reasons why he's a safe top-five pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

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Get to know Chase Young, the safest 2020 NFL Draft pick who measures up to elite pass rushers

Sporting News takes a closer at Ohio State's Chase Young, who is one of the safest picks in the 2020 NFL Draft.

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The making of Chase Young: How an athletic freak at Ohio State became the best player in the NFL Draft

Those who witnessed Chase Young's athletic evolution from DeMatha Catholic High School to Ohio State describe why you won't find a more dominant force in the 2020 NFL Draft.

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Get to know Joe Burrow, from Ohio's Mr. Football, transfer to LSU & a legendary Heisman season

Joe Burrow's journey to the No. 1 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft took him from Ohio to Louisiana and back again.

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Tua Tagovailoa draft projection: A trade, a slide and all other scenarios in the 2020 NFL Draft

Which team will be willing to take Tua Tagovailoa in the first round? What if he falls outside the top 10? We break down each potential scenario for the most interesting prospect in the 2020 NFL Draft.

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'It's the people': Why Joe Burrow's connection to Ohio means more than ever ahead of NFL Draft

Joe Burrow continues to give back to southeast Ohio ahead of the 2020 NFL Draft. A closer look at his connection to his hometown.

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What if the Packers had picked Barry Sanders ahead of the Lions in the 1989 NFL Draft?

Green Bay missed its chance to draft the Hall of Fame running back, but it might have been a blessing in disguise.

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2020 NFL Draft: Auburn's Derrick Brown proves structure, senior year can still pay off

Auburn's Derrick Brown didn't have to come back for his senior year, but the lessons he learned made him an even better first-round pick.

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Liberty's Antonio Gandy-Golden a NFL Draft sleeper worth talking more about

Liberty's Antonio Gandy-Golden has made the most of the pre-draft process to market himself as a middle-round steal.

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Browns mock draft 2020: Cleveland addresses need at tackle early, fills WR depth in Round 3

Cleveland can address some glaring team needs in the 2020 NFL Draft, and that starts with a tackle in the first round. Here's a closer look at Sporting News' full seven-round mock draft for the Browns.

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Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James: How to properly approach the GOAT debate

MJ or LeBron? Here's a step-by-step guide on how to appropriately settle the GOAT argument.

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Ranking Michael Jordan's 15 most iconic basketball moments

Close your eyes and picture Michael Jordan's most iconic basketball moment. Which one of these came up?

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NFL mock draft 2020, Ohio State edition: Projecting Chase Young, Jeff Okudah & other Buckeyes picks

Here is a breakdown of each Ohio State player's draft stock and projections from Sporting News' full seven-round mock draft.

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Packers mock draft 2020: Green Bay picks top receiver, tight end to help Aaron Rodgers

Green Bay should aim to add more pass-catching depth around Aaron Rodgers in the 2020 NFL Draft. Here's a closer look at Sporting News' full seven-round mock draft for the Packers.

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NFL mock draft of Michigan players: Projecting the picks for every Wolverine in the 2020 class

Eight Michigan players are mocked in Sporting News' 2020 mock draft. Find out where those Wolverines could be headed.

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