fb-pixel Skip to main content

At a glance

NFL notebook

Chiefs await word on how long Patrick Mahomes will remain in concussion protocol

Before concussion protocols, "There was a chance ‘back in the day’ that Patrick comes back in [the game],’’ coach Andy Reid said.

Bruce Arians says Bucs offer freedom Tom Brady didn’t have with Patriots: ‘New England didn’t allow him to coach’

The Buccaneers coach will take his team to Green Bay for the NFC Championship game Sunday.

Patriots remain deep at running back — when everyone is healthy, that is

With James White and Rex Burkhead becoming free agents, there could be turnover at the position this offseason.

Tom Brady’s conference-championship history is filled with memorable moments

Brady is headed to his 14th conference title game, his first in the NFC. Here's a look back at his 13 with the Patriots.

‘Special moment’: Tom Brady meets Drew Brees on field after what may be Saints quarterback’s final game
After what may have been quarterback Drew Brees’ last game with the New Orleans Saints — and of his career — he spent nearly two hours on the Superdome field, throwing passes to his children and catching up with Tom Brady.

Ben Volin | Instant Analysis
As Tom Brady beats Saints to earn 14th conference title game, why did he have to leave the Patriots again?
Brady, even at age 43, showed the powers that be in Foxborough that they should have tried harder to work things out.

Tom Brady leads Buccaneers to NFC title game with 30-20 win over Drew Brees and the Saints

Brady is going to his 14th conference championship.

Urban Meyer has his first NFL coaching job, and it’s a near-perfect situation

Meyer a three-time NCAA national champion, has the chance to mentor Trevor Lawrence, who the Jaguars will likely draft with the No. 1 overall pick and is considered the best college prospect in recent memory.

Defense holds Ravens in check as Bills advance to AFC Championship game

The last time Buffalo played in the conference title game was after the 1993 season.

Aaron Rodgers leads Packers to NFC Championship game

Next Sunday, the Packers will host the winner of this weekend's other NFC playoff game between the Buccaneers and Saints.

Bills and Packers have look of Super Bowl teams, and other observations from Saturday’s NFL playoff games

They did it in different ways, but Buffalo's win over the Ravens and Green Bay's KO of the Rams were both impressive.

Chiefs aiming to get off to a fast start on offense against Browns

Kansas City doesn't want to rely on its big-play ability to erase early deficits, like it did in last season's run to the Super Bowl.

Saints and Buccaneers have high-powered offenses, but battle in the trenches could decide outcome

Tampa Bay sacked opposing quarterbacks 48 times this season, while New Orleans had 45 sacks.

Tom Brady and Drew Brees matchup will be one for the ages

Sunday’s Buccaneers-Saints showdown marks the first playoff matchup between two 40-something quarterbacks.

Eagles reportedly set to interview Patriots’ Josh McDaniels for head coach position

McDaniels with meet with Eagles owner Jeff Lurie on Sunday, per a report.

Latest news in Sports

Mets GM reportedly sent unsolicited messages, explicit photo to female reporter in 2016

The Mets said in a statement they "do not condone the conduct described in the story" and will "review the facts regarding this serious issue.”

NFL notebook

Chiefs await word on how long Patrick Mahomes will remain in concussion protocol

Before concussion protocols, "There was a chance ‘back in the day’ that Patrick comes back in [the game],’’ coach Andy Reid said.

Bruins notebook

Even without Big Z, Bruins’ PK is A-OK

Boston has allowed five goals in three games, and its penalty kill is 12 for 12.

US Women's National Team 4, Colombia 0

Sisters Mewis combine for all four goals in US women’s national soccer friendly vs. Colombia

Samantha Mewis recorded her first international hat trick while sister Kristie tallied in the 85th minute.

Islanders 1, Bruins 0

Matt Grzelcyk injured as Bruins stuffed by Islanders

The Bruins also lost defenseman Matt Grzelcyk, who fell awkwardly in the third period, and was doubled over as he made his way to the dressing room.

Jon Lester, Nationals reportedly agree on one-year deal

He'll join a stacked rotation in D.C. that includes Max Scherzer and Stephen Strasburg.

Monday's schools roundup

Marblehead girls’ hockey co-op delivers coach Brittany Smith her first win

Magicians skated to a season-opening 2-1 win over the Beverly/Danvers/Ipswich co-op.

Celtics need to win now, and must use their $28.5 million trade exception wisely. Here are some candidates to ponder

It’s the largest exception in league history and the Celtics can break it into parts and use it on multiple occasions.