Brian Burke: Firing was a surprise

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Brian Burke never saw his dismissal from the Toronto Maple Leafs coming. While driving to the airport Wednesday morning, his thoughts centered around the end of the NHL lockout and what he might be able to do to bolster the...

A. Peterson, J.J. Watt top All-Pros

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Vikings 2,000-yard man Adrian Peterson and Texans pass-swatting end J.J. Watt were unanimous choices for The Associated Press All-Pro team announced Saturday. Peterson, who came within 9 yards of breaking Eric Dickerson's single-season rushing record, and Watt, who led the...

Record cold expected in Denver

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That glove Peyton Manning has been wearing on his throwing hand will come in quite handy Saturday for what could be the coldest home postseason game in Denver Broncos' history. Those not playing may want to sit on the heated...

J.J. Redick’s late 3-pointer snaps Clips’ 13-game home streak

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Two streaking teams going in opposite directions. The Clippers, co-owners of the NBA's best record and on a roll at home. The Magic, playing opponents close only to fall short while piling up the franchise's longest skid since the...

Short-handed Real Madrid struggles to draw against Osasuna

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The pressure on Jose Mourinho is set to increase after a poor performance by Real Madrid saw it come away from bottom side Osasuna with just a point in a scoreless draw Saturday. It was a miserable night for Madrid,...

Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Gus Bradley to interview with Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday

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The Philadelphia Eagles will interview Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Gus Bradley for their head coaching vacancy on Saturday, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Bradley is helping the Seahawks prep for their playoff game against the Atlanta...

Ryan Miller of Buffalo Sabres calls NHL lockout ‘waste of time’

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After rejoining his Buffalo Sabres teammates on the ice for the first time in some nine months, goalie Ryan Miller had a few lingering frustrations to get off his chest regarding the NHL lockout. "The best thing to do is...

Houston Texans vs. New England Patriots Free Betting Pick & Matchup

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The fans at Gillette Stadium will be treated to a game between the Houston Texans and the New England Patriots when they take their seats on Sunday. Houston at New England When: 4:30 PM ET, Sunday, January 13, 2013 Where: Gillette Stadium,...

Seattle Seahawks vs. Atlanta Falcons Free Betting Pick & Matchup

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The Seattle Seahawks and the Atlanta Falcons will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at Georgia Dome. Seattle at Atlanta When: 1:00 PM ET, Sunday, January 13, 2013 Where: Georgia Dome, Atlanta, Georgia TV: 1 p.m....

Green Bay Packers vs. San Francisco 49ers Free Betting Pick & Matchup

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The Green Bay Packers and the San Francisco 49ers will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at Candlestick Park. Green Bay at San Francisco When: 8:00 PM ET, Saturday, January 12, 2013 Where: Candlestick Park,...