LOS ANGELES — The Rams went into Week 17 preaching that they could only control their own responsibilities in the hunt for the NFC West crown. That became a little more true Thursday night. Following the Seattle Seahawks’ win over the Chicago Bears on Thursday night, the Rams cannot clinch the division title by beating the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday. They’d need a little … [Read more...] about Rams look to maintain control over playoff hopes against Cardinals
Rested Ducks take on Flyers, Oilers at home this weekend
A rested flock was set to return to the ice after the holiday break as the Ducks geared up to dive headlong into a back-to-back set at home that will see them opposed by the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday and the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday. After last Sunday’s dramatic comeback against Utah HC capped a spurt of three wins in four games, a competitive effort in Las Vegas in … [Read more...] about Rested Ducks take on Flyers, Oilers at home this weekend
Chargers find themselves on the cusp of becoming a playoff team
Maybe it’s a confidence thing. Or a momentum thing. It might be both. Whatever “it” is, it has been obvious when the Chargers have had it within their grasp and when they haven’t had it. Sometimes they’ve had it and lost it within the same game or quarter or half. On rare occasions, they’ve had it from start to finish, propelled to a comprehensive victory. Sometimes the … [Read more...] about Chargers find themselves on the cusp of becoming a playoff team
Kawhi Leonard won’t go on Clippers’ upcoming trip, needs more 5-on-5 reps
INGLEWOOD — Clippers star Kawhi Leonard took part in a five-on-five practice on Thursday, checking off another box in his recovery from right knee issues. His first practice was Dec. 10, but he did not do any live contact drills until eight days ago. But his progress in full-contact scrimmages is not enough to get him on the court for a game and he will miss his 31st game this … [Read more...] about Kawhi Leonard won’t go on Clippers’ upcoming trip, needs more 5-on-5 reps
Chargers’ RB room gets thin: Gus Edwards out, J.K. Dobbins questionable
EL SEGUNDO — Running back J.K. Dobbins declined to talk about his injured knee Thursday. Coach Jim Harbaugh would only say that Dobbins looked “good” in practice. Officially, the Chargers listed Dobbins as questionable to play in Saturday’s game against the New England Patriots. Dobbins has been sidelined for four weeks, placed on injured reserve because of an injury suffered … [Read more...] about Chargers’ RB room gets thin: Gus Edwards out, J.K. Dobbins questionable