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CAR--NASCAR LAWSUIT

DESCRIPTION: CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The owner of Front Row Motorsports is expected to resume testimony Thursday on the fourth day of the federal antitrust trial against NASCAR. Front Row and 23XI Racing, which is co-owned by Michael Jordan, are suing NASCAR and have accused the stock car series of being monopolistic bullies. By AP Auto Racing Writer Jenna Fryer. UPCOMING: 865 words, photos. Will be updated throughout the day, with court possibly going as late at 6 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 6:00 a.m. EST, Text

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FBN--JETS-MCNAMARA-YOUTUBE

DESCRIPTION: FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Austin McNamara’s rise as a top punter for the New York Jets began with YouTube videos. Growing up in Arizona, he loved soccer and basketball but tried football in high school. With a background in soccer, he naturally gravitated toward kicking. He and his dad watched countless videos to learn the craft. Now, McNamara ranks among the NFL’s best punters. By Pro Football Writer Dennis Waszak Jr. UPCOMING: 785 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 6:00 a.m. EST, Text

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FBC--T25-INDIANA-OHIO ST PREVIEW

DESCRIPTION: INDIANAPOLIS — No. 1 Ohio State is on a mission -- to win a second straight national championship for the first time in school history. No. 2 Indiana is pursuing a different quest -- winning the program’s first Big Ten title since 1967. Yes, it’s a high-stakes game as the Football Bowl Subdivision’s last two unbeaten teams square off Saturday in Indianapolis even though both schools are virtual playoff locks. By Michael Marot. UPCOMING: 800 words, photos. With FBC--T25-Big Ten Championship Preview Capsule.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 1:00 p.m. EST, Text

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FBC--T25-BYU-TEXAS TECH PREVIEW

DESCRIPTION: ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas Tech, No. 4 in the latest CFP rankings, is a virtual lock to make the 12-team College Football Playoff. No. 11 BYU has to beat the Red Raiders this time to get two Big 12 teams in the playoff. By Stephen Hawkins. UPCOMING: 700 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 3:00 p.m. EST, Photo, Text

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FBC--T25-GEORGIA-ALABAMA PREVIEW

DESCRIPTION: ATLANTA — No. 3 Georgia will play for its fourth Southeastern Conference championship under coach Kirby Smart when it plays No. 10 Alabama in the SEC championship game on Saturday in the Georgia Dome. Alabama is 7-1 against Smart-led Georgia teams, including a 4-0 mark in SEC title games. By Charles Odum. UPCOMING: 650 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 4:00 p.m. EST, Text

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MMA--UFC 323 PREVIEW

DESCRIPTION: LAS VEGAS — Merab Dvalishvili defends his bantamweight title against Petr Yan at UFC 323. By Mark Anderson. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 4:00 p.m. EST, Text

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FBC--T25-BYU-BACHMEIER’S IMPACT

DESCRIPTION: PROVO, Utah — Bear Bachmeier didn’t arrive at BYU until the spring, but played well enough to become the first true freshman to start a season at quarterback. Bachmeier continued to play well all year, leading the 11th-ranked Cougars into the Big 12 championship game against No. 5 Texas Tech. By John Coon. UPCOMING: 700 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 4:00 p.m. EST, Text

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SOC-WORLD CUP DRAW

DESCRIPTION: LAS VEGAS — Las Vegas officials had discussion with FIFA regarding hosting the World Cup Draw, but logistics made an agreement difficult to reach. By Mark Anderson. UPCOMING: 350 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 4:00 p.m. EST

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FBN--TEXANS-CHIEFS PREVIEW

DESCRIPTION: KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Houston Texans are in the fight for a division title. The Kansas City Chiefs are simply fighting for their playoff lives. In other words, both have plenty at stake when they meet at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday night. By Dave Skretta. UPCOMING: 700 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 4:00 p.m. EST, Text

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SOC--ENGLISH ROUNDUP

DESCRIPTION: MANCHESTER, England — Manchester United hosts West in the Premier League on Thursday, looking to continue its recent upturn in form under coach Ruben Amorim. By James Robson. UPCOMING: 600 words by 2200 GMT with photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 5:00 p.m. EST, Photo, Text

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FBN--ON FOOTBALL WITH ROB MAADDI-WEEK 14

DESCRIPTION: Baltimore Ravens star running back Derrick Henry discusses this week’s battle for first place against the Pittsburgh Steelers. By Pro Football Writer Ron Maaddi. UPCOMING: 800 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 5:00 p.m. EST, Text, Audio

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SOC--MLS-UPSTART WHITECAPS

DESCRIPTION: Vancouver has already bettered Inter Miami in a big competition this year, so the Whitecaps feel there’s really no reason they can’t do it again in the MLS Cup final. Back in late April, the Whitecaps downed Lionel Messi & Co. 5-1 on aggregate in the two-legged CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals. By Anne M. Peterson. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 5:00 p.m. EST, Text

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BBO--ATHLETICS-STADIUM

DESCRIPTION: LAS VEGAS — The Athletics update whether they are on schedule to open a stadium in Las Vegas in time for the 2028 season. By Mark Anderson. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos. Stadium Authority meeting begins at 4:30 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 6:00 p.m. EST, Text

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FBN--BEARS-PACKERS PREVIEW

DESCRIPTION: GREEN BAY, Wis. — The NFC North leaders are eager to show they’re not the same old Chicago Bears who continually took their lumps against the Green Bay Packers the last five years or so. Chicago snapped an 11-game skid in this rivalry when it ended the 2024 regular season by winning at Green Bay. The Bears now own the NFC’s best record and carry a five-game winning streak into their Sunday matchup with the Packers at Lambeau Field. By Steve Megargee. UPCOMING: 750 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 6:00 p.m. EST, Photo, Text

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FBN--COWBOYS-LIONS

DESCRIPTION: DETROIT — The Detroit Lions host the Dallas Cowboys in a game both teams need to win to improve their chances of making the playoffs. By Larry Lage. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos. Game scheduled to start at 8:15 p.m. EST.

UPCOMING: By 12/04/2025 11:35 p.m. EST, Photo, Text

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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HKN--CAPITALS-SHARKS

Ovechkin scores twice as Capitals crush Sharks 7-1 for sixth straight win

SUMMARY: Alex Ovechkin scores twice, reaching 911 career goals, as the Washington Capitals beat the San Jose Sharks 7-1. This victory marks their sixth straight win. On Wednesday night, Ovechkin started a four-goal barrage in the first period and added a power-play goal in the second. Riley Leonard had four points, including two goals and two assists. Dylan Strome also scored for Washington. Charlie Lindgren made 23 saves and added his second career assist. Pavol Regenda scored for San Jose, denying Lindgren a shutout. The Sharks had won seven of their last eight home games but struggled against the Capitals.

WORDS: 323 - MOVED: 12/04/2025 1:08 a.m. EST

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BKN--MAVERICKS-HELPING FLAGG

Cooper Flagg didn’t wilt without Anthony Davis and now Mavs hope they flourish together

SUMMARY: Cooper Flagg didn’t wilt in the month the Dallas Mavericks were without injured forward Anthony Davis. Now that the rookie No. 1 overall pick is playing alongside the 10-time All-Star again, Dallas hopes they can flourish together. The Mavericks are on their first winning streak of the season. Dallas beat Miami 118-108 for a third consecutive victory. Flagg found himself in the company of LeBron James while Davis was sidelined with a calf strain. Now the Mavs hope Flagg can find life a little easier with Davis. There’s the longer-term hope of injured star guard Kyrie Irving returning.

WORDS: 801 - MOVED: 12/04/2025 12:59 a.m. EST

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BKN--BUCKS-ANTETOKOUNMPO

Bucks coach Doc Rivers disputes report that Antetokounmpo is talking with team about his future

SUMMARY: Bucks coach Doc Rivers said Wednesday there have been no talks between team officials and Giannis Antetokounmpo regarding the two-time MVP’s potential exit from Milwaukee. Rivers made the comments after ESPN reported that Antetokounmpo and his agent, Alex Saratsis, had started speaking with the Bucks about the superstar’s future and whether he’s best suited to stay in Milwaukee or play elsewhere. Rivers said “there’s been no conversations” in that regard. Rivers added that “Giannis has never asked to be traded – ever. I can’t make that more clear.”

WORDS: 923 - MOVED: 12/04/2025 12:45 a.m. EST

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FBC--SIGNING DAY

Changing face of college football results in blue-chip prospects making some surprising choices

SUMMARY: The changing landscape of college football means the nation’s premier recruits are no longer signing with the same handful of programs. That became particularly apparent this week when the nation’s top-ranked prospect landed in Vanderbilt. Quarterback Jared Curtis decided to stay home after initially committing to Georgia. Curtis’ decision wasn’t an aberration. Two other top-five prospects signed with home-state schools generally unaccustomed to acquiring five-star recruits. Houston got the nation’s No. 3 recruit by signing Keisean Henderson of Legacy the School of Sport Sciences in Spring, Texas. Edge rusher Zion Elee, rated fifth overall, is going from Baltimore’s St. Frances Academy to Maryland.

WORDS: 1074 - MOVED: 12/04/2025 12:27 a.m. EST

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BKN--BUCKS-ANTETOKOUNMPO INJURY

Antetokounmpo undergoes MRI after leaving Bucks’ game with Pistons due to right calf strain

SUMMARY: Giannis Antetokounmpo left the Milwaukee Bucks’ game with the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night after straining his right calf in the first quarter. Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers said after the Bucks’ 113-109 victory that Antetokounmpo was undergoing an MRI. Rivers added that he believed the Bucks had ruled out the possibility that Antetokounmpo had injured his Achilles tendon on the play. The two-time MVP had just assisted on AJ Green’ layup less than three minutes into the game when he headed back up the court and slipped in the painted area.

WORDS: 429 - MOVED: 12/04/2025 12:08 a.m. EST

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BKN--CLIPPERS-PAUL

Chris Paul’s return stint with the Clippers is over, and the team’s rough start just got rougher

SUMMARY: Chris Paul’s return to the Los Angeles Clippers has ended abruptly. The team parted ways with him in a late-night meeting in Atlanta. Clippers basketball operations president Lawrence Frank announced the decision, which he made on Sunday. Frank denied rumors of a clash between Paul and coach Tyronn Lue, saying the decision had multiple layers. Paul announced the news on social media early Wednesday. The Clippers, who were 5-16 before a win in Atlanta, are not blaming Paul for their performance.

WORDS: 1052 - MOVED: 12/03/2025 10:53 p.m. EST

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BKN--NUGGETS-MURRAY

Jamal Murray delivers impressive, efficient 52-point night as Nuggets beat Pacers 135-120

SUMMARY: Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray was listed as questionable just a few hours before Wednesday night’s game at Indiana. By tip-off, he left nothing to chance. Just two nights after spraining his right ankle, Murray returned to action and delivered one of the NBA’s most efficient performances all season. He made 19 of 25 shots including an incredible 10 of 11 on 3-pointers to finish with a season-high 52 points in a 135-120 victory over the defending Eastern Conference champs.

WORDS: 570 - MOVED: 12/03/2025 10:51 p.m. EST

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GLF--AUSTRALIAN OPEN

Rory McIlroy has a ‘roller coaster’ 1st round at the Australian Open, shoots 1-over 72

SUMMARY: Rory McIlroy had a self-described “roller coaster” of a round at Royal Melbourne in the first round of the Australian Open. He wasn’t exaggerating. McIlroy, whose pre-tournament news conference included comments that Royal Melbourne was not the best sandbelt course in the city, had a wild round of six bogeys and five birdies Thursday around the composite course and shot a 1-over 72. Elvis Smylie, the left-handed Australian who won last year’s Australian PGA tournament, was the early clubhouse leader with a 65.

WORDS: 644 - MOVED: 12/03/2025 10:46 p.m. EST

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HKN--STARS-SEGUIN

Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin is likely out for the rest of the NHL season with a torn ACL

SUMMARY: Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin is expected to miss the rest of the NHL season with a torn ACL in his right knee. Coach Glen Gulutzan says Seguin will be out several months after the 33-year-old was injured Tuesday night at the New York Rangers. Seguin got tangled up with Rangers defenseman Vladislav Gavirkov in the first period. Seguin went down in pain, could not skate and needed help to get off the ice and down the tunnel to the locker room. Gulutzan said the team did not get positive news Wednesday about Seguin’s knee after it was looked at more closely.

WORDS: 594 - MOVED: 12/03/2025 10:27 p.m. EST

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BKN--NUGGETS-PACERS

Jamal Murray scores season-high 52 points, Nuggets hold off Pacers 135-120

SUMMARY: Jamal Murray scored a season-high 52 points and Nikola Jokic fell just short of another triple-double to help the Denver Nuggets hold off the short-handed Indiana Pacers 135-120 on Wednesday night. Murray was 19 of 25 from the field and even better from 3-point range, 10 of 11, despite being listed as questionable because of a sprained right ankle late in the afternoon. He fell three points short of matching his career high. Jokic had 24 points, eight rebounds and 13 assists playing in front of NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. He came up two rebounds short of starting December with back-to-back triple-doubles but he still holds the league lead with 11 this season. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 23 points .

WORDS: 344 - MOVED: 12/03/2025 9:49 p.m. EST

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FBN--RAMS-STAFFORD’S TURNOVERS

Rams QB Matthew Stafford has already moved past the 3-turnover game that slowed his standout season

SUMMARY: Matthew Stafford’s 192 career interceptions are the most among active quarterbacks. He has also fumbled 91 times in his 17-year NFL career. So his three crucial turnovers in the Los Angeles Rams’ 31-28 loss to Carolina aren’t going to send Stafford into a funk or a crisis of competence. Stafford knows his two interceptions and a late fumble were the biggest reasons why the Rams lost to the Panthers and fell out of the No. 1 spot in the NFC standings. There’s still nothing he’ll do much differently when he leads Los Angeles to Arizona this weekend.

WORDS: 884 - MOVED: 12/03/2025 8:20 p.m. EST

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CAR--NASCAR-LAWSUIT

NASCAR owner Bob Jenkins ‘hurt’ by ‘take-it-or-leave-it’ charter offer made with hours to sign

SUMMARY: Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins has testified in a federal antitrust case against NASCAR. He claims he was pressured into signing a new charter agreement with a tight deadline. Jenkins, along with 23XI Motorsports, is suing NASCAR, alleging the charter system is monopolistic. The agreement, which took effect this year, ended lengthy negotiations but fell short of team requests. Jenkins argues the deal is unfavorable and feels NASCAR is acting like a monopoly. NASCAR denies wrongdoing, stating the charter system created significant market value. The trial is expected to last two weeks.

WORDS: 1491 - MOVED: 12/03/2025 7:26 p.m. EST

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FBN--JETS-BOYD

New York Jets’ Kris Boyd surprises teammates with return after being shot

SUMMARY: New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd returned to the team’s facility just over two weeks after being shot in Manhattan. ESPN reports Boyd surprised his teammates Wednesday by attending a special teams meeting. Last Wednesday, Boyd posted on Instagram about “health issues” that sent him back to the hospital. He was shot on November 16 near Times Square and taken to Bellevue Hospital. Police have released images of a suspect, but no arrests have been made. Boyd hasn’t played this season due to a shoulder injury. He signed a one-year contract with the Jets in March.

WORDS: 409 - MOVED: 12/03/2025 5:45 p.m. EST

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BBO--ROCKIES-GM

Colorado Rockies hire Josh Byrnes as general manager to turn around franchise

SUMMARY: The Colorado Rockies have hired Josh Byrnes as their new general manager. Byrnes joins the Rockies from the Los Angeles Dodgers and fresh off winning back-to-back World Series titles. Byrnes will reunite with Paul DePodesta, who was recently named Colorado’s president of baseball operations. The two previously worked together in Cleveland in the 1990s. The 55-year-old Byrnes takes over for Bill Schmidt, who stepped down after the season. Byrnes aims to turn around a struggling Rockies franchise that has gone through three consecutive 100-loss seasons. Byrnes has also held front-office roles with the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres.

WORDS: 484 - MOVED: 12/03/2025 5:35 p.m. EST

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FBC--MISSISSIPPI-KIFFIN’S DEPARTURE

Mississippi AD, players and state official say Kiffin’s account about his departure is inaccurate

SUMMARY: Mississippi athletic director Keith Carter and others challenge Lane Kiffin’s account of events surrounding his departure for LSU. LSU announced Kiffin’s hiring on Sunday. Kiffin posted a farewell message saying he wanted to coach the Rebels through the College Football Playoff, but Carter denied his request. Carter says Kiffin knew weeks ago he wouldn’t coach in the playoff if he would be leaving. Players reportedly disagreed with Kiffin’s account as well. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety also denies Kiffin’s claim of a fan trying to run him off the road.

WORDS: 582 - MOVED: 12/03/2025 5:32 p.m. EST

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FBC--COLLEGE FOOTBALL’S MESS

More angst-filled coaching changes are inevitable unless college football overhauls its calendar

SUMMARY: Lane Kiffin’s awkward and angst-filled departure from Ole Miss will happen again. It’s inevitable unless college administrators and football coaches agree to reimagine an imperfect calendar that has been a mess for decades. Under the current format, national signing day happens during conference championship week, the transfer portal opens during the College Football Playoff and some coaches are secretly interviewing for other jobs before Halloween. No one has an ideal solution. Even the thought of adopting an NFL-like format seems flawed.

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FBN--PRO PICKS-WEEK 14

Week 14 features 3 division battles for first place and 3 high-profile prime-time games

SUMMARY: First place is on the line in three division matchups in Week 14. The Steelers visit the Ravens to determine the AFC North leader. The slumping Colts hit the road to play the Jaguars for the top spot in the AFC South. The Packers host the conference-leading Bears for control in the NFC North. Each game is the first of two meetings between the teams so the loser has a chance to rebound. The weekend also features three high-profile prime-time games. The Cowboys and Lions kick it off on Thursday night. The Texans visit the Chiefs on Sunday night. The Eagles and Chargers face off to close out the week on Monday night.

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SOC--WCUP DRAW-WHAT’S NEW

The World Cup draw is usually a spectacle. This time, FIFA hopes bigger is better

SUMMARY: A record 64 nations will be in Friday’s World Cup draw as FIFA expands the tournament from 32 to 48 teams. This means 104 games instead of 64, running from June 11 to July 19 across the U.S., Mexico and Canada. The final will be at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, aims to win consecutive World Cups. Newcomers include Cape Verde and Curaçao. Ticket prices are at a record high, with concerns about affordability. Weather could impact games, with only four U.S. venues having roofs. The draw will be hosted by Heidi Klum, Kevin Hart and Danny Ramirez.

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BKN--OBIT-CAMPBELL

Former NBA champion and Clemson player Elden Campbell dies at 57

SUMMARY: Elden Campbell, a center who played 15 seasons in the NBA — including nine with the Los Angeles Lakers — and later won a championship with the Detroit Pistons, has died. He was 57. Campbell’s family informed the Pistons of the death, telling the team that he died on Monday. No cause was given. Campbell was born in Los Angeles and excelled at Morningside High before heading to Clemson. He was selected in the first round of the 1990 NBA draft by his hometown Lakers. He played nine seasons in Los Angeles, but didn’t win a championship ring until 2004 with the Pistons.

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FBC--ACC-PLAYOFF UNCERTAINTY

ACC commissioner Jim Phillips is emphatically pushing for No. 12 Miami, league champ to get CFP bids

SUMMARY: Atlantic Coast Conference commissioner Jim Phillips is pushing for No. 12 Miami to earn a bid to the College Football Playoff along with the winner of the league championship game between No. 16 Virginia and Duke. In an interview with The Associated Press, Phillips was emphatic in making his case first for the Hurricanes and the league’s eventual champion. That comes with the ACC facing at least a chance of being squeezed out of the 12-team playoff entirely based on Tuesday night’s rankings. Phillips told the AP he has “conviction and confidence in our teams, starting with Miami.”

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FBN--COMMANDERS-DANIELS

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels’ status for Vikings game won’t be known until Friday

SUMMARY: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels still has not been cleared for contact and his status for Sunday’s game at the Minnesota Vikings is up in the air. Commanders coach Dan Quinn said he won’t know whether Daniels can play this week until Friday. Daniels has missed Washington’s past three games with a dislocated left elbow — and has been absent for a total of six of the club’s 12 games this season. The Commanders have lost seven games in a row, a year after going 12-5 during the regular season and making it all the way to the NFC title game, with Daniels appearing in all 20 of their games.

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