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Gerrit Cole Trade Puts Astros Rotation in Own Orbit

Houston will be problem for MLB rivals after Pirates ace joins Verlander, Keuchel.

Vikings QB Case Keenum is ‘Excited Nervous’ About His First Playoff Game

Kennum will have to beat more experienced quarterbacks to win a Super Bowl.

Ex-NFL Stars Call on Roger Goodell to Allow Cannabis in ‘Fake’ PSA

"Many players argue that weed helps calm their ailments -- both physical and mental.”

Blue Jays, Josh Donaldson Reach Record Arbitration Deal

ESPN reports star 3rd baseman agrees to $23 million deal for 2018.

Is There Really a Rift Between Brady, Belichick and Kraft?

The Ringer's Bill Simmons tries to separate fact from fiction.

Tom Brady Pivots Toward a Post-Football Life

He has a book, a website and a new documentary series.

Does Resting Stars in Week 17 Work in the Playoffs?

We'll find out in the Steelers' Sunday matchup.

Richard Sherman Calls NFL’s Concussion Protocol an ‘Absolute Joke’

The Seattle Seahawks cornerback said the policy is more for public relations.

Who Should Replace Jon Gruden on Monday Night Football?

Randy Moss, Andrew Hawkins and Steve Young are leading candidates to fill Gruden's spot.

The Vikings’ Killer Receiving Duo That Makes Case Keenum Great

Stefon Diggs and Adam Thielen are young, dynamic, and ready for a deep playoff run.

How the Atlanta Falcons Became an NFC Heavyweight

Atlanta's hyper-focus on player development has turned them into a playoff contender.

Advocacy Group Calls for Gruden Hiring Probe

The group wants to see if the Raiders violated the "Rooney Rule" with the hire.

The Patriots’ X Factor You Didn’t Expect: Dion Lewis

He could be the key to putting the Pats over the top.