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MOST RECENTLY UPDATED FOR FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 2014

NASCAR announces changes to Cup format

Winning races becomes vital to making Chase. Read more at espn.com.

Big 12 stocks up on receivers

Some wavering among Longhorn commitments. Read more at usatoday.com.

Pac 12 landing offensive linemen

Petersen bringing some recruits to Washington from Boise. Read more at usatoday.com.

Randy Moss: I'd pick Irish if recruited again

Former NFL, Marshall star says he would still commit to Notre Dame as he did out of high school. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Bearcats hold on against Louisville

No. 13 Cincy fends off No. 12 Cardinals' comeback attempt. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Sporting News likes Seahawks' defense

Seattle gets the nod in Super Bowl. Read more at sportingnews.com.

Suit alleges Eli Manning, Giants sold fake game gear

Giants QB wanted items for personal collection. Read more at cbssports.com.

Uecker to cut back on road games

Approaching 80, Brewers broadcaster seeking schedule 'that keeps him fresh.' Read more at nbcsports.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 2014

Notre Dame planning $400 million stadium renovation

Premium seats will increase capacity slightly to 84,000. Read more at si.com.

Longhorns mull football game in Mexico City

AD Patterson talks about possibility. Read more at yahoo.com.

Tulane-Georgia Tech series back on again

Green Wave goes all in to have Yulman Stadium ready by Sept. 6 kickoff date. Read more at nola.com.

Former NFL star questions CJ's desire

Terrell Davis says Tennessee running back's effort has declined. Read more at yardbarker.com.

Rams make move at defensive coordinator

Walton out, Williams will be hired. Read more at espn.com.

Lynch avoids fine with brief media appearance

Seattle running back walks out of interviews for second straight day. Read more at cbssports.com.

McDonald's All-America rosters announced

Duke, Kentucky each represented by four recruits. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Dale Jarrett heads NASCAR Hall inductees

Maurice Petty, "Fireball" Roberts among four others enshrined. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Chipper to the rescue

Braves first baseman Freeman was stranded by storm. Read more at usatoday.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2014

Northwestern players seek to unionize

Papers filed but move appears unlikely to materialize. Read more at espn.com.

Friedgen's return appears imminent

Former Terps coach in line as Rutgers offensive coordinator. Read more at yahoo.com.

Buckeyes bringing in impressive class

Penn State's Franklin involved in some battles. Read more at usatoday.com.

TCU football player attacked, robbed

Devonte Fields declines to press charges after armed assault at his home. Read more at foxsports.com.

UNC-Chapel Hill chancellor apologizes

Carol L. Folt admits school's academic scandal has "undermined our integrity and our reputation." Read more at foxnews.com.

Russell Wilson getting baseball card

A Rangers draft pick, Seattle QB will appear in limited edition Topps series. Read more at yardbarker.com.

Panthers give Rivera extension

Turnaround recognized with three more years. Read more at cbssports.com.

Kobe out at least another month

Lakers guard continues to recover from knee injury. Read more at yardbarker.com.

Sacramento Kings unveil design for new arena

Facility to open in October, 2016, will seat 17,000. Read more at si.com.

Nolan Ryan eyes front office return

Astros have discussions with Hall of Fame pitcher. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Put a cap on it

Major League Baseball approves protective caps for pitchers. Read more at nbcsports.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2014

CJ to have knee scoped

Free agency looks likely for Pirate/Titan great. Read more at cbssports.com.

Logan: Snow favors Seahawks

Former ECU coach says Manning doesn't throw tight spiral. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Broncos coach feeling much healthier

Heart issue caused Fox to miss four games. Read more at yahoo.com.

NFL players fear knee and leg injuries the most

Survey finds only 24 percent most worried about head or neck injuries. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Gators move up to No. 3 in poll

Arizona, Syracuse still on top. Read more at espn.com.

College football star calls Grammys demonic

Former Alabama QB A.J. McCarron slams spectacle in tweet. Read more at breitbart.com.

Good haul of running backs for ACC

Florida State looking to reload. Read more at usatoday.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 2014

No Disney World for Adams

He says he'll walk home if Broncos win. Read more at espn.com.

No retirement for Peyton

Broncos QB won't hang 'em up after Super Bowl XLVIII. Read more at denverpost.com.

Dennis Hickey to become Dolphins GM

Tampa Bay didn't appear to have him in future plans. Read more at cbssports.com.

Danica "bulks up" for Super Bowl ad

Sprint Cup driver does new twist on commercial for GoDaddy. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Super Bowl weather forecast: 30's, possible precip

Big game may be played in cold, wet conditions. Read more at si.com.

Snow on the way to Eastern NC

Arctic air and coastal low pressure will brew a winter storm. Read more at bonesville.net.

Cubs at odds with rooftop owners

Squabble may delay Wrigley Field renovations. Read more at si.com.

Bode Miller makes 5th U.S. Olympic team

Veteran skier overcomes injury to land spot in Sochi games. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Tide confirms signing of ex-FSU QB

Jacob Coker will be eligible for 2014 and 2015 seasons. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Penn State paid Franklin's buyout

Vandy bill was $1.5 million. Read more at usatoday.com.

Memphis drops 10 from arc on South Florida

Tigers roll to 80-58 AAC win. Read more at yahoo.com.

Utah State forward sports high top fade

Sean Harris's new 'do' doesn't prevent overtime loss to San Diego State. Read more and view pictures at lostlettermen.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 26, 2014

Tiger shoots 79, misses cut

Par fives prove troublesome. Read more at espn.com.

Ricky Town decommits from Tide

QB appears bound for Southern Cal. Read more at si.com.

Carrier Dome's days numbered?

Syracuse envisions new $495 million stadium with retractable roof. Read more at syracuse.com.

Teen jailed in killing of S.C. State football player

Justin Bernard Singleton,19, charged with fatally shooting SCSU junior Brandon Robinson. Read more at nbcnews.com.

Coach K wins No. 900 at Duke

Blue Devils roll past Florida State. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Michigan moves into first in Big Ten

Wolverines beat Michigan State on road. Read more at cbssports.com.

Durant comes back strong

Triple double leads Thunder at Philly. Read more at usatoday.com.

Ducks beat Kings in Dodger Stadium hockey game

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman calls historic match "a Hollywood production." Read more at foxsports.com.

Pacquiao says he'd fight Mayweather for free

Filipino boxer/politician pushes for bout to "make the boxing fans happy." Read more at yardbarker.com.

Hemi out of NASCAR for now

Dodge seeks solid partners before returning to stock car racing. Read more at nbcsports.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 2014

Forecast for Super Bowl looks cold

Thirty percent chance of snow. Read more at espn.com.

Lenon remembers $10 hamburger in Seattle

Broncos LB has gone from XFL to NFL's biggest game. Read more at usatoday.com.

Camelo Anthony torches Bobcats for 62 points

Knicks forward sets Madison Square Garden record in win. Read more at nbcsports.com.

A-Rod gets coaching offer

Torrington Titans summer collegiate team says it would pony up $5,000 and free donuts to lure suspended Yankees star. Read more at registercitizen.com.

Tulane backs out of Georgia Tech series

Green Wave to pay fee to Jackets to nix four-game agreement. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Vandy makes staff hires

Dorrell will be offensive coordinator. Read more at cbssports.com.

Littrell added to North Carolina staff

Former Sooner comes from productive Indiana offense. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Tar Heels suspend linebacker

Hughes charged with misdemeanor assault. Read more at sportsillustrated.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2014

Super Bowl Saturday?

Weather could cause NFL's biggest game to be rescheduled. Read more at usatoday.com.

Reactions continue to Welker's hit

Seattle's Thurmond comments after league says play was legal. Read more at espn.com.

Maddux, La Russa HOF plaques to have blank caps

Baseball greats eschew association with team logos. Read more at nbcsports.com.

UNC chancellor admits academic oversight

Folt acknowledges situation had persisted for years. Read more at wral.com.

Noles backup QB could join Tide

Saban talks with Jacob Coker. Read more at cbssports.com.

QB Thompson leaving Sooners

Foot injury led to limited playing time. Read more at si.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 23, 2014

Yankees land Japanese ace

Tanaka gets $155 million for seven years. Read more at espn.com.

Knicks are MVT

Forbes rates value of NBA franchises. Read more at si.com.

Seven-foot brothers on opposing teams

Arizona State-Utah game features sibling rivalry. Read more at usatoday.com.

Future of ECU's College Hill comes into view

Demolition of Belk Dorm to make way for Gateway East and Gateway West residence halls. Read more and view images at ecu.edu.

ACC releases football schedule

North Carolina visits Pirates on Sept. 20. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Art Kaufman goes to Cal as defensive coordinator

Former ECU assistant under John Thompson worked at Cincinnati in 2013. Read more at cbssports.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2014

NFL commissioner might favor eliminating PAT

One-point try would become optional. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Buffet puts $1 billion price on perfect bracket

Odds are huge against it. Read more at usatoday.com.

Florida State recruit eats the evidence

Bowers allegedly consumes marijuana after police stop. Read more at espn.com.

Gamecocks coach apologizes

Martin's intensity too much in rebuking Williams. Read more at usatoday.com.

Irish ink mega-deal with Under Armour

$90 million pact will end Notre Dame's association with Adidas. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Clark looks like UAB's guy

He's had success on FCS level at Jacksonville State. Read more at cbssports.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2014

Message from Sherman's island

Seahawks defender gives background on rant. Read more at si.com.

Belichick faults Welker

Pats coach says former player took out Talib. Read more at usatoday.com.

Two men shot in taunting incident

Fresno party erupts into violence during Seahawks-49ers game. Read more at fresnobee.com.

Johnny Football mocks Seahawks' 12th man

Manziel references Texas A&M's 'Real 12th man' on Instagram. Read more at lostlettermen.com.

Seats for college football championship are costly

Least expensive premium ticket is $1,899. Ream more at espn.com.

SEC dominates Rivals recruiting rankings

Conference has lured 38 of the top 100 players. Read more at nbcsports.com.

USF cornerback hit with felony weed charge

Kenneth Durden started 11 games for Bulls in 2013. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Big 12 has extensive presence in Top 25

Arizona, Syracuse still 1-2. Read more at cbssports.com.

Jordan, Reddick lead Clippers over Pistons

Jordan grabs 21 rebounds, Reddick has pair of four-point plays. Read more at foxsports.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 20, 2014

Manning, Broncos storm past Patriots

Denver QB earns chance for his second Super Bowl ring. Read more at cbsnews.com.

Peyton's 'Omahas' raise $24,800 for charity

QB's foundation for at-risk youths gets financial boost from audibles. Read more at foxsports.com.

Russell, Seattle overcome 49ers

Former State QB leads Seahawks back from 10-point deficit. Read more at seattletimes.com.

Record number leaving for NFL draft

Exodus from college ranks totals 98. Read more at cbssports.com.

Tommy Bowden in mix for UAB job?

Former Tulane, Clemson coach's name surfaces in connection with Blazers opening. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Luck of the Irish

Notre Dame ends 3-game losing streak. Read more at chicagotribune.com.

Could Wichita State be a No. 1 seed?

Shockers coach doing some early lobbying. Read more at usatoday.com.

Oregon hoops gets 'JumpDuck' shoes

Edgy new footwear features logo derived from Nike's famous 'JumpMan' logo of MJ. Read more and view images at lostlettermen.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 19, 2014

Super Bowl berth on the line

Brady leads Patriots into Denver to face Manning, Broncos. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

49ers-Seahawks rivalry includes coaches

Harbaugh, Carroll have history. Read more at seattletimes.com.

Dabo Swinney gets pay hike

Clemson coach agrees to eight-year deal. Read more at espn.com.

Freshman Ennis leads Orange

Syracuse stays unbeaten. Read more at usatoday.com.

Rodman checks into rehab

Getting treatment for alcohol abuse. Read more at yahoo.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2014

UNC chancellor addresses Willingham's reports

Folt says majority of athletes are 'college literate.' Read more at wral.com.

NCAA Governance could include athletes' input

NCSU's Yow advocates for ADs. Read more at ncaa.org.

Vandy turns football leadership over to Mason

Stanford defensive coordinator must pull together recruiting class quickly. Read more at espn.com.

Checking the college hoops menu

Pitt at Syracuse is main course in ACC. Read more at cbssports.com.

NASCAR looking at Chase changes

Competition could ultimately finish with a final four. Read more at usatoday.com.

Networks vie for Thursday night NFL games

Fox, CBS and ESPN submit bids for rights to as many as eight contests. Read more at yahoo.com.

Geno Smith booted from plane

Report: Jets QB escorted out of LAX by police. Read more at deadspin.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 2014

2011 Minutemen rated worst of the decade

UMass loses to Akron to earn dubious college football distinction. Read more at usatoday.com.

UNC responds on athletes' reading levels

Data disputes claims by Willingham. Read more at wral.com.

Former ECU assistant Norm Parker passes away

Was defensive coordinator at Iowa for 13 seasons. Read more at hawkeyesports.com.

Hernandez may be suspect in 2nd shooting

Former Patriot's name surfaces in connection with unsolved 2012 double murder. Read more at nbcsports.com.

NBA All-Star jerseys have sleeves

Elite players will meet in New Orleans. Read more at espn.com.

MLB set to use replay in 2014

Calls will be reviewed from central command post. Read more at cbssports.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 2014

Willingham goes another round on academic issues

Her concern is that players aren't getting value in education, unprepared for world. Read more at wral.com.

UNC chancellor cited for speeding

Folt was allegedly doing 76 mph in a 55 zone. Read more at wral.com.

Texas Tech loses another quarterback

As graduate, Brewer could play without sitting out. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Pats QB Brady out of practice due to illness

Mallett subs on first unit. Read more at cbssports.com.

Zimmer reportedly Vikings choice

Has been defensive coordinator for Bengals. Read more at espn.com.

Kershaw on verge of huge contract

Dodger pitcher has $215 million deal contingent on physical. Read more at usatoday.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2014

Detroit Lions select Jim Caldwell

Former Wake coach has been Ravens offensive coordinator. Read more at cbssports.com.

Luck scraps beard after loss to Pats

Indy QB makes a change in wake of team's elimination from playoffs. Read more at thefumble.com.

O'Brien apologizes for 'Paterno People' rant

Former PSU coach expresses regret for comments he made when leaving the program. Read more at yardbarker.com.

Defensive coordinator leaving Florida State

Pruitt will fill Georgia vacancy. Read more at usatoday.com.

Maryland ups the ante in legal battle with ACC

Terps file countersuit for $156.8 million. Read more at baltimoresun.com.

Hairston drafted into NBA Developmental League

Former Tar Heel scheduled to suit up Saturday for Texas Legends. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Former Kentucky star gets prison term

Richie Farmer abused office as agriculture commissioner. Read more at espn.com.

Selig planning farewell tour of major league ballparks

Outgoing commissioner says he wants to talk to fans and thank them. Read more at nbcsports.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2014

Vandy recruiting class unravels

Franklin luring come Commodore commitments to Penn State. Read more at usatoday.com.

Hernandez not allowed to watch Pats

Jailed tight end has restricted schedule. Read more at cbssports.com.

Panthers seek return to playoffs

Franchise hasn't made postseason in back-to-back years. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Mortensen: Rob Ryan needs a haircut

ESPN commentator says long hair blocking Saints defensive coordinator's shot at head coaching jobs. Read more at yardbarker.com.

Arizona, Syracuse remain 1-2

Rest of Top 25 undergoes some shuffling. Read more at espn.com.

Laettner ‘Shot’ jersey goes for $119K

Jersey worn by Duke player when he made shot that doomed Kentucky in 1992 NCAA tourney fetches whopping price in auction. Read more at lostlettermen.com.

Middleton has tales from overseas

European pro basketball veteran has experienced a lot. Read more at nytimes.com.

Pacquiao calls Mayweather a coward

Name-calling comes after Mayweather brushes off Philippine boxer's demand for mega-bout. Read more a yahoo.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2014

Money talks for new Louisville defensive coordinator

Todd Grantham coming from Georgia for $1 million a year. Read more at espn.com.

Niners knock out Panthers

Kaepernick has his day. Read more at cbssports.com.

Denver holds off San Diego

Broncos will host Patriots in AFC final on Sunday. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Duke, Heels dealing with inexperience

Traditional powers are combined 1-5 in ACC play. Read more at usatoday.com.

Hawkeyes beat Buckeyes

Loss is second of week for Ohio State. Read more at sportsillustrated.com.

Rodman issues another apology

Former NBA star "sorry" he couldn't help American missionary detained in North Korea. Read more at foxnews.com.

Refs blow call in Mavs' victory

NBA acknowledges Pelicans' Austin Rivers should have been awarded three free throws in final second of three-point loss. Read more at nbcsports.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 12, 2014

Vandy facing void with Franklin's departure

Program has some rare momentum. Read more at usatoday.com.

Irish working on deal with Under Armour

Contract with adidas nearing end. Read more at sportsillustrated.com.

Tide hires Lane Kiffin as offensive coordinator

Saban credits controversial coach's experience. Read more at cbssports.com.

A-Rod's suspension reduced to 162 games

Slugger will fight arbitrator's ruling. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Pats run over Indy

Blount rushes for 166 yards and four touchdowns. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Seahawks oust Saints

Lynch leads way to conference championship. Read more at espn.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 2014

Jordan recruiting letters to to be auctioned

MJ memorabilia purchased in storage locker. Read more at espn.com.

Mike Tyson weighs in on Dennis Rodman

Former boxer convinced that trip to North Korea amounted to treason. Read more at cbssports.com.

Puig hires chauffer after latest traffic arrest

Reckless driving charge prompts Dodgers outfielder to give up driving. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Two players violated NFL's concussion protocol

Document indicates injured players didn't leave sidelines are required. Read more at yahoo.com.

U.S. issues travel alert for Olympics

Americans traveling to Sochi, Russia, warned to be vigilant against threats. Read more at foxsports.com.

Fan bases will have to join jet set

College football playoffs will be pricey for those in the stands. Read more at usatoday.com.

UMass finds its man — again

Minutemen rehire former coach Mark Whipple. Read more at ajerseyguy.com.

Reeling Heels visit unbeaten Orange

Roy says team better be 'enthused.' Read more at usatoday.com.

Tip time moved up for Heels, Pack

Chapel Hll meeting on Feb. 1 will start one hour earlier at 1 p.m. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 10, 2014

Batten, Charles win state honors

Both contribute to Pirates Chest, Bonesville publications. Read more at The Fayetteville Observer.

Vandy coach appears to be Penn State's choice

James Franklin turned Commodores around. Read more at espn.com.

Towels helped Noles rally

Fisher says Auburn was getting signals. Read more at cbssports.com.

Hairston no longer enrolled at UNC-Chapel Hill

Former Tar Heel player looking to join NBA Developmental League. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Memphis takes down Louisville

No. 22 Tigers knock off 8th-ranked Cards on the road. Read more at usatoday.com.

Wildcats hold off UCLA

Top-ranked Arizona remains unbeaten. Read more at foxsports.com.

Redskins hire Bengals' offensive coordinator

Jay Gruden has been overshadowed by brother. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Prisoner proactive for Steelers

Suit deals with consequences of missed Chargers-Chiefs call. Read more at usatoday.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 2014

Some UNC athletes reading at elementary level

CNN does study on academic allowances for athletes. Read more at wral.com.

Businessweek slams academic issues in Chapel Hill

Article by publication's assistant managing editor castigates UNC faculty council chairwoman Jan Boxill. Read more at businessweek.com.

UNC academic counselor receives death threats

Mary Willingham says she has received death threats and hate mail since revealing several of school's athletes read at elementary grade levels. Read more at nbcnews.com.

ECU No. 40 in one man's opinion

USA Today final rankings have Noles followed by Michigan State and Auburn. Read more at usatoday.com.

Next stop for Manziel is NFL

Johnny Football expected to be quick pick in draft. Read more at foxsports.com.

Petrino return to Louisville 'imminent'

Mobile coach comes full circle. Read more at cbssports.com.

Maddux, Glavine, Thomas heading for hall

Trio among 36 players on ballot. Read more at foxsports.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2014

ECU's bowl moves up in postseason rankings

Beef O'Brady's credited for excitement, offense. Read more at cbssports.com.

Unrest in Texas over Strong hire

Billionaire booster McCombs calls Horns' hiring process "a kick in the face." Read more at larrybrownsports.com.

Jimbo wary of playoff problems

FSU coach cites diminished bowl experience, seeding issues. Read more at espn.com.

UTEP basketball players booted for gambling

Trio not thought to have bet on own games. Read more at usatoday.com.

Glavine, Maddux looking likely for enshrinement

Baseball hall announces voting results today. Read more at nytimes.com.

Blizzard leads to postponement of Hurricanes' hockey game

Host Buffalo reeling from winter blast. Read more at wralsports.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2014

Larry Brown directing successful transition to AAC

SMU sends message with win over UConn. Read more at usatoday.com.

Iowa coach apologizes

McCaffery ejected from loss at Wisconsin. Read more at cbssports.com.

Duke drops to No. 16 in AP hoops poll

UNC-Chapel Hill falls out of Top 25. Read more at espn.com.

FSU snatches title with 'Hollywood' finish

'Noles comeback complete over Auburn after three lead changes in final 4:31. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Clemson's Watkins heading for NFL

Tigers junior rated one of top two receivers in draft. Read more at yahoo.com.

Dolphins making change on offense

Philbin's former teacher Shernan dismissed from staff. Read more at foxsports.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 2014

Barnhart examines BCS title game

Nicklaus' grandson at tight end for Noles. Read more at cbssports.com.

UCF QB leaving early for NFL

Source: Bortles expected to announce decision on Monday. Read more at orlandosentinel.com.

Ohio State QB staying put

Miller planning to play senior season for Buckeyes. Read more at foxsports.com.

Strong excited about Texas challenge

Big buyout due soon at Louisville. Read more at usatoday.com.

SIU hoops team stranded by snowstorm

Salukis team bus became stuck on Interstate after loss at Illinois State. Read more at wcfcourier.com.

49ers edge Packers on closing field goal

Conditions frigid in Green Bay. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Icy temps no match for Green Bay fans

Pictorial: Packers partisans deal with the weather in their own way. View images at yardbarker.com.

Chargers oust turnover-prone Bengals

San Diego advances to meet Denver. Read more at espn.com.

Baseball icon Jerry Coleman passes at 89

Former Yankees All-Star began began epic broadcasting career in 1960. Read more at nbcsports.com.

MOST RECENTLY UPDATED FOR SUNDAY, JANUARY 5, 2014

Coastal, Liberty in the mix for Sun Belt?

Conference considers potential travel partner for App State. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Texas seeking Strong hire

Longhorns post has apparently been offered to Lousiville coach. Read more at espn.com.

Vandy recovers to top Cougars

Robinette steps up at QB for Commodores. Read more at usatoday.com.

Bearcats make a statement

Win at Memphis could revise AAC hoops expectations. Read more at usatoday.com.

Panthers win first ACC game

Pack falls at home, 74-62. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Anatomy of a painful loss

Chiefs' futile run in playoff games continues with collapse at Indy. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Last-second field goal lifts Saints

Wild card win at Philly sets stage for clash at NFC top-seed Seattle. Read more at cbssports.com.

Titans jettison Munchak

Three seasons preceded departure. Read more at yahoo.com.

Clippers lose Paul for 3-5 weeks

Former Wake star separates shoulder in win over Mavs. Read more and view video at cbssports.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 4, 2014

UNC's academic integrity jeopardized

Scandal appears to have deeper implications than NCAA probe revealed. Read more at businessweek.com.

Stoops makes his point on SEC

League not overwhelming despite success of best teams. Read more at espn.com.

Texas candidates bow out

Mora, Briles indicate they are staying put. Read more at cbssports.com.

Interim coach wants Penn State post

Franklin, Golden also considered possibilities. Read more at yahoo.com.

Unconfirmed report: Golden offered PSU job

Miami coach played for Penn State and once served on Joe Paterno's staff. Read more at nbcsports.com.

UCF QB weighs jump to NFL

Blake Bortles to review options with Knights coach George O'Leary. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Hiring Whipple the path to AAC for UMass?

Blaudschun: American would offer Minutemen a better geographic fit than MAC and a natural rival in UConn. Read more at ajerseyguy.com.

Duke visits Notre Dame

Coach K matches up against pupil Brey. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Weather playing havoc with NFL playoffs

Wintry blast presents variety of logistics issues. Read more at nytimes.com.

Questions abound as NFL playoffs begin

Will Panthers need more passing production? Read more at usatoday.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 3, 2014

Lovie Smith returns to Tampa

Former linebackers coach to guide Bucs. Read more at espn.com.

Noles have SEC blueprint

Fulmer saw similarities in preseason. Read more at usatoday.com.

Penn State planning to move swiftly

O'Brien departs for Texans post. Read more at yahoo.com.

Bearcats, Broncos schedule series

Teams to play in Boise in 2019, Cincy in 2020. Read more at idahostatesman.com.

Texas A&M gets hoops transfer from SMU

Jones will have two years of eligibility left. Read more at cbssports.com.

Dismissed Louisville cager will seek help

Behanan to work with John Lucas. Read more at si.com.

O.J. Simpson facing brain cancer?

Report: Jailed former NFL star begs President Obama for clemency. Read more at dailymail.co.uk.

Backyard hockey rink features homemade Zamboni

"MacGyvered" golf cart does the job for Canadian ice jocks. Read more at deadspin.com.

For a more extensive compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...

THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2014

UCF Fiesta win a sign of the future?

Knights cap off AAC's first year by beating Big 12 champ Baylor. Read more at nbcsports.com.

Huskers top Dawgs

99-yard pass play lifts Nebraska to Gator triumph. Read more at foxsports.com.

Mean Green pulls away

Strong second half keys North Texas in Heart of Dallas Bowl. Read more at wralsportsfan.com.

Capital One a Shaw thing

Gamecocks rally past Badgers. Read more at cbssports.com.

Bridgewater will skip senior season

Louisville QB projected to go early in NFL draft. Read more at espn.com.

Peyton Manning's passing mark will stand

Elias Sports Bureau won't overrule Raiders' stat crew. Read more at usatoday.com.

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Middle Tennessee State issues apologies

LB Blunt was ejected from Armed Forces Bowl. Read more at Yahoo Sports.

Fisher signs new pact with Noles

Five-year deal worth $21 million. Read more at espn.com.

Arizona routs BC

Carey leads Wildcats. Read more at usatoday.com.

Blue Devils overwhelm Elon

Dawkins boosts balanced attack. Read more at yahoo.com.

Peyton Manning's record under further review

Brees could keep passing mark. Read more at cbssports.com.

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