SPORTS RECAP FOR THE WEEK!
๐ NFL: Playoff Picture Finalized Week 18 provided high drama as the regular season came to a close. While some teams rested starters, others fought to the final whistle for seeding. - AFC Standings: The Denver Broncos (14-3) secured the No. 1 seed and a first-round bye. The New England Patriots took the No. 2 seed after a dominant win over Miami. - NFC Standings: The Seattle Seahawks (14-3) claimed the top seed in the NFC. The Chicago Bears grabbed the No. 2 seed after the Philadelphia Eagles fell to the No. 3 spot following an upset loss to the Commanders. - The "Rodgers" Effect: Aaron Rodgers led the Pittsburgh Steelers to an AFC North title, clinching the division with a victory over the Ravens. - Coach Firings: Black Monday arrived early for the Cleveland Browns, who fired head coach Kevin Stefanski after six seasons. Wild Card Matchups: - AFC: Chargers @ Patriots | Bills @ Jaguars | Texans @ Steelers - NFC: Packers @ Bears | 49ers @ Eagles | Rams @ Panthers ๐ NHL: History in the Making The start of 2026 has been historic on the ice, specifically regarding goal-scoring milestones. - Matthews Sets Record: Auston Matthews surpassed Mats Sundin to become the Toronto Maple Leafs' all-time leading goal scorer after a massive performance against the Islanders. - Stamkos Joins 600 Club: Steven Stamkos tallied his 600th career goal, becoming just the 22nd player in NHL history to reach the milestone. - MacKinnonโs 400th: Nathan MacKinnon scored his 400th career goal as the Colorado Avalanche extended their winning streak to nine games, becoming the first team to hit 30 wins this season. - Rookie Watch: Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer became the youngest defenseman in NHL history to reach 10 career goals. ๐ College Football: The Road to the CFP The bowl season reached its peak on New Year's Day, setting the stage for the Playoff Semifinals. - Rose Bowl: In a dominant performance, #1 Indiana routed #9 Alabama 38-3, securing their first-round victory and a spot in the semifinals. - Sugar Bowl: #6 Ole Miss edged out #3 Georgia 39-34 in a high-scoring thriller. - Cotton Bowl: #10 Miami pulled off an upset against #2 Ohio State, winning 24-14. - Upcoming: The Semifinals are set for later this week, including a highly anticipated matchup between Ole Miss and Miami in the Fiesta Bowl.