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SPORTS RECAP FOR THE WEEK!
🏈 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
🏒 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.
- MacKinnon’s 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.
🎓 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.
🏀 NBA & Other News
- NBA Trends: The Cleveland Cavaliers and Chicago Bulls posted strong New Year's week wins, while the Denver Nuggets continue to battle the Thunder for the top spot in the West.
- World Juniors: In hockey, Canada defeated Finland 7-4 on New Year’s Day, while Czechia knocked out Canada in a later round to reach the Gold Medal game.
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