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UPCOMING

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FBN--JETS-BOYD

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — New York Jets coach Aaron Glenn says he has spoken to Kris Boyd and is confident the cornerback and special teams standout will be OK after being shot and wounded in midtown Manhattan early Sunday. Boyd was listed in critical but stable condition Monday. Glenn said he has been able to speak to the hospitalized Boyd, who was positive in their recent conversation. By Pro Football Writer Dennis Waszak Jr.

UPCOMING: By 11/19/2025 4:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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GLF--LPGA TOUR

DESCRIPTION: NAPLES, Fla. — LPGA Tour Commissioner Craig Kessler announces the 2026 schedule aimed at a better flow, new courses and one new partner in Golf Saudi. By Golf Writer Doug Ferguson.

UPCOMING: By 11/19/2025 4:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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BKC--IMPACT FRESHMAN

DESCRIPTION: The recent trend in college basketball has been to build rosters through the transfer portal with veteran players who already know the college game. A deep, uber-talented class of freshmen has upended that thinking this season. By Basketball Writer John Marshall. UPCOMING: 750 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 11/19/2025 4:00 p.m. EST, Text

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FBN--PRO PICKS-WEEK 12

DESCRIPTION: Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs (5-5) have no margin for error when they host Daniel Jones, Jonathan Taylor and the Colts (8-2) at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday in the most intriguing matchup on the NFL’s Week 12 schedule. By Pro Football Writer Rob Maaddi.

UPCOMING: By 11/19/2025 5:00 p.m. EST, Text

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BBO--MANFRED

DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK — Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred holds a news conference during an owners’ meeting that was expected to focus on labor strategy ahead of the December 2026 expiration of the collective bargaining agreement with players. By Baseball Writer Ronald Blum. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos, expected between 3-6 p.m.

UPCOMING: By 11/19/2025 6:00 p.m. EST, Text

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HKW--PWHL-SIRENS

DESCRIPTION: Adding first-round draft picks in forwards Kristýna Kaltounková and Casey O’Brien to a roster already featuring Sarah Fillier gives New York Sirens coach Greg Fargo a belief the franchise is ready to turn the corner. The Sirens have finished last in the standings in each of the PWHL’s first two years in preparing to open Season 3 at Ottawa on Saturday. By Hockey Writer John Wawrow. UPCOMING: 550 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 11/19/2025 6:00 p.m. EST, Text

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GLF--LPGA TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP

DESCRIPTION: NAPLES, Fla. — Sixty players are gathered for the LPGA Tour’s season finale with one of them picking up $4 million on Sunday, more money than any player has made this year. Also at stake is LPGA player of the year between Jeeno Thitikul and Miyu Yamashita. By Golf Writer Doug Ferguson. UPCOMING: 700 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 11/19/2025 7:00 p.m. EST, Text, Photo

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BKC--T25-ARIZONA-UCONN

DESCRIPTION: STORRS, Conn. — Third-ranked UConn hosts No. 4 Arizona in an early season showdown between two basketball powers. UPCOMING: 300 words, photos. Game starts at 7 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/19/2025 10:00 p.m. EST, Text

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CAR--F1-LAS VEGAS

DESCRIPTION: LAS VeGAS — Formula 1’s championship race heads to the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with Lando Norris of McLaren on top of the points standings trying to hold off both his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri and four-time world champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull. By Auto Racing Writer Jenna Fryer.

UPCOMING: By 11/19/2025 10:00 p.m. EST, Text

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BKC--T25-ALABAMA-ILLINOIS

DESCRIPTION: CHICAGO — No. 8 Illinois meets No. 11 Alabama in a showdown in Chicago. The Illini beat All-American J.T. Toppin and Texas Tech last week, while the Crimson Tide lost to No. 1 Purdue. By Andrew Seligman. UPCOMING: 300 words, photos. Game starts at 9 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 11/19/2025 11:55 p.m. EST, Text

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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SOC--US WOMEN-ROSTER

Naomi Girma returns for year’s final USWNT matches against Italy

SUMMARY: Defender Naomi Girma has been named to the United States roster for a pair of upcoming matches against Italy after returning from a calf injury. Girma had been sidelined since the start of the season with Chelsea but recently returned to the starting lineup. She has not played for the U.S. national team since a 3-0 victory over Canada on July 2. The United States will play Italy for its final two matches of the year on Nov. 28 at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando and on Dec. 1 at Chase Stadium in Ft. Lauderdale.

WORDS: 481 - MOVED: 11/19/2025 1:25 p.m. EST

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FBC--SEC-DRAFT TALENT

SEC lacks first-round NFL talent in 2026 because players have not met expectations, evaluator says

SUMMARY: Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks is returning to the field in hopes of impressing NFL scouts. The 6-foot-5, 330-pound senior spent the last two months recovering from foot surgery and plans to play the final two games for the Gators. Banks has plenty to prove, beginning with Saturday’s rivalry game against No. 20 Tennessee. It’s a common theme for players in the powerhouse Southeastern Conference. With the NFL draft five months away, the SEC looks like it could have its fewest number of first-round picks since sending seven to the stage in 2015. Up for debate is whether it’s a one-year fluke or top talent spread across more programs.

WORDS: 875 - MOVED: 11/19/2025 1:21 p.m. EST

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FBN--GIANTS-DART

Jaxson Dart is progressing toward playing for the Giants at Detroit, interim coach Mike Kafka says

SUMMARY: Jaxson Dart continues to progress through concussion protocol, and New York Giants interim coach Mike Kafka said the rookie quarterback is trending toward playing Sunday at Detroit as long as there are no setbacks. Dart missed the game last weekend after getting concussed Nov. 9 in a loss to Chicago. Kafka said Dart would go through a non-contact practice Wednesday, but would not reveal whether he or veteran Jameis Winston would get snaps with the first-team offense. Kafka confirmed the plan is for Winston to serve as the backup against the Lions if Dart is cleared to start.

WORDS: 314 - MOVED: 11/19/2025 1:04 p.m. EST

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FBN--FALCONS-PENIX SURGERY

Falcons quarterback Penix will have season-ending knee surgery, leaving Cousins as starter

SUMMARY: Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will have season-ending surgery to repair the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. The Falcons announced Penix’s surgery plans on Wednesday, two days after saying he would be placed on injured reserve and miss at least four games. The team said Penix has a partially torn ligament in the knee. Veteran Kirk Cousins will start for the remainder of the season as the Falcons prepare to play at New Orleans on Sunday. Penix suffered the injury in Sunday’s 30-27 overtime loss to Carolina, extending the Falcons’ losing streak to five games.

WORDS: 509 - MOVED: 11/19/2025 12:26 p.m. EST

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FBN--BROWNS-SANDERS

Rookie QB Shedeur Sanders will make his first NFL start for the Browns on Sunday in Las Vegas

SUMMARY: Shedeur Sanders will make his first NFL start on Sunday in Las Vegas as the Browns turn to the high-profile quarterback while fellow rookie Dillon Gabriel recovers from a concussion. Sanders replaced an injured Gabriel for the second half of last week’s 23-16 loss to Baltimore. It was a shaky debut as Sanders, who was drafted by Cleveland in the fifth round, completed just 4 of 16 passes with an interception. He also was sacked twice and fumbled once. Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said Wednesday that Gabriel remains in concussion protocol. Sanders will be the 42nd quarterback to start for Cleveland since 1999.

WORDS: 537 - MOVED: 11/19/2025 11:48 a.m. EST. Will be updated.

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FBN--INSIDE THE NUMBERS

Chiefs went from 17-game winning streak to 0-5 in close games. What happened?

SUMMARY: The Kansas City Chiefs are scoring more points and allowing fewer than last season, but they have four fewer wins. The Chiefs are 0-5 in games decided by eight points or fewer, ending a 17-game winning streak in such situations. Denver, on the other hand, is thriving in close games, going 7-2 and leading the AFC with a 9-2 record. Special teams played a major role in Week 11, with five walk-off field goals and several long kick returns. Buffalo’s Josh Allen threw three touchdown passes and ran for three more, matching a rare feat previously achieved by only Allen and Otto Graham.

WORDS: 1418 - MOVED: 11/19/2025 10:00 a.m. EST

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TEN--TENNIS HALL OF FAME

Roger Federer elected to International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1st year of eligibility

SUMMARY: Roger Federer has been elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. Federer is the only candidate to get enough support in the player category. TV announcer and journalist Mary Carillo was selected in the contributor category. They will both be inducted in August. Federer was the first man to win 20 Grand Slam singles titles, a total later surpassed by his rivals Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. Federer’s last match came at Wimbledon in 2021.

WORDS: 819 - MOVED: 11/19/2025 9:30 a.m. EST

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SOC--WCUP PLAYOFFS

World Cup 2026: What to know about the playoffs for next year’s tournament

SUMMARY: The final six places for the 2026 World Cup will be determined by two playoff tournaments in March. Four more teams will qualify from Europe, along with two from the rest of the world. The UEFA playoffs will consist of 16 teams, while FIFA’s intercontinental playoffs feature six nations. The successful teams will join the 42 other nations to have qualified for the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, which runs through June and July.

WORDS: 456 - MOVED: 11/19/2025 7:59 a.m. EST

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HKN--SHARKS-CELEBRINI

Macklin Celebrini joins Gretzky, Crosby with hat trick in Sharks’ overtime win

SUMMARY: Macklin Celebrini has been making waves with the San Jose Sharks this season. The 19-year-old delivered a standout performance on Tuesday, scoring a hat trick, including the overtime winner, against the Utah Mammoth. This achievement puts him in elite company, joining Wayne Gretzky and Sidney Crosby as the only teenagers in NHL history to reach 30 points in their team’s first 20 games. Celebrini, drafted first overall in 2024, has been a key player for the Sharks, who have struggled in recent years. His chemistry with linemate Will Smith is a promising sign for the team’s future.

WORDS: 744 - MOVED: 11/19/2025 6:00 a.m. EST

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HKN--BLACKHAWKS-SUPER BEDARD

Connor Bedard playing starring role in surprising start for the Chicago Blackhawks

SUMMARY: Connor Bedard called his first goal “extremely lucky.” He highlighted Ryan Greene’s cross-ice pass on his second goal. He talked about committing a turnover right before his third goal for the Chicago Blackhawks. The 20-year-old center tried to his best to share the spotlight, but his teammates were having none of it. Chicago forward Ryan Donato says Bedard is “coming into his own right now.” Bedard has seven goals and six assists in his last six games after he recorded his second career hat trick in Chicago’s 5-2 victory over Calgary. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NHL draft has 13 goals and 16 assists in 19 games this season.

WORDS: 746 - MOVED: 11/19/2025 6:00 a.m. EST

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MOVING TOMORROW

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SOC--WCUP PLAYOFFS DRAW — Draw for playoff brackets in March that will decide the final six entries in the expanded 48-nation lineup.

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HKW--PWHL-SEASON PREVIEW

Upon adding two new franchises followed by a roster-shuffling expansion process and the influx of young talent in the draft, one thing remains the same for the PWHL entering its third season. The Walter Cup remains in Minnesota, where the two-time defending champion Frost have no intention of giving it up easily. By Hockey Writer John Wawrow.