LAS VEGAS — The Chargers (11-6) clinched the fifth-seed in the AFC playoffs Sunday, matching up with the fourth-seeded Houston Texans next Saturday afternoon in Houston. The game kicks off at 1:30 p.m. (PST) at NRG Stadium and will air on KCBS (Ch. 2) locally and stream on Paramount+. It’s the Chargers’ second playoff appearance in three seasons, the last ending with an epic … [Read more...] about Chargers playoff primer: An early look at the Houston Texans
Rams playoff primer: An early look at the Minnesota Vikings
It came down to the final quarter of the final game of the regular season, but the Rams’ date in the wild card round of the playoffs finally became official Sunday night. The Rams (10-7) will host the Minnesota Vikings next Monday at 5 p.m. in a game televised by ABC. It’s a matchup between teams that are very familiar with each by virtue of the connections between their … [Read more...] about Rams playoff primer: An early look at the Minnesota Vikings
Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt continues to ramp up: ‘his progress is real right now’
HOUSTON — The Lakers are hoping to have a more formal update on Jarred Vanderbilt’s return-to-the-court status soon, but the one coach JJ Redick gave before his team’s loss to the Houston Rockets on Sunday at Toyota Center was encouraging. “He continues to progress and ramping up to on-court activities,” Redick said. “And hopefully we have a firm update on the timetable soon. … [Read more...] about Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt continues to ramp up: ‘his progress is real right now’
Chargers thump Raiders, set up wild-card matchup with Texans
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) passes against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game in Las Vegas, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/John Locher) Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (87) is tackled by Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Cam Hart (20) during the first half of an NFL football game in Las Vegas, Sunday, Jan. 5, … [Read more...] about Chargers thump Raiders, set up wild-card matchup with Texans
Ducks sign left wing Frank Vatrano to a three-year extension
ANAHEIM –– The Ducks have agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $18 million with winger Frank Vatrano, both the team and player announced on Sunday morning. According to multiple confirmed reports, the deal included $9 million in payouts during the pact’s duration –– between the 2025-26 and 2027-28 seasons ––and another $9 million in deferred payments over the decade … [Read more...] about Ducks sign left wing Frank Vatrano to a three-year extension