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NFC championship game: brutal and beautiful as Seahawks winNFC championship game saw the Seattle Seahawks beat the San Francisco 49ers, 23-17, in a thrilling game that showcased football at its most primal.
New England Patriots loss: What does it mean for Tom Brady legacy?New England Patriots and Tom Brady lost the AFC championship Sunday to the Denver Broncos and Peyton Manning, 26-16. The Broncos head to the Super Bowl.
NFC Championship: What's a 49er fan in Seattle to do?This Sunday's NFC championship game between the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers is expected to be earth-shaking. So if you're in enemy territory, you have to tread lightly.
AFC Championship: Patriots, Broncos will try to play 'keep away'High-scoring offenses for Denver and New England will have defensive coaches on both sides working hard throughout Sunday's AFC championship game.
NFC championship adds significant chapter to Seahawks-49ers historySan Francisco and Seattle know each other well, having played twice a year over the last several NFL seasons. So there shouldn't be too many surprises – or will there?
- How much do you know about the Denver Broncos?
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- How much do you know about the San Francisco 49ers? Take our quiz!
The 49ers have a passionate fan base and enjoyed championship success on the field. Test your knowledge about the NFL's first team in Northern California.
- How much do you know about the Seattle Seahawks?
The NFL’s only Pacific Northwest franchise has some of the league’s loudest and most loyal fans. Some may be able to “ace” this 20-question quiz, but it should challenge others.
Olympic figure skating controversy? Ashley Wagner makes team despite falls.Ashley Wagner was named to the US Olympic team Sunday despite a devastating performance in the US Figure Skating Championships Saturday.
NFL playoffs: Which four teams will survive this weekend?The final eight teams remaining in the NFL playoffs square off in four games this weekend. Saturday, the Seattle Seahawks play the New Orleans Saints and New England faces Indianapolis. On Sunday, San Francisco plays Carolina and Denver takes on San Diego.
Greg Maddux one of three selected for baseball Hall of FameMaddux, Tom Glavine, and Frank Thomas have been chosen as the latest former major league players to enter baseball's shrine.
After rocky start, Jameis Winston leads Florida State to BCS titleThe Auburn Tigers had the Florida State Seminoles on the ropes in the first half of the BCS title game. But by the fourth quarter, FSU QB Jameis Winston found his bearings, leading his team to a 34-31 win over Auburn.
BCS national championship 2014: Auburn-Florida State previewFlorida State looks to cap off an undefeated season against Auburn in the final BCS championship game before a new playoff system starts next fall.
With 'Luck Fumble,' Andrew Luck shows how he's not Peyton ManningIndianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck punctuated one of the greatest comebacks in NFL history with his instinctive 'Luck Fumble' touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Jovan Belcher lawsuit shows concussion deal didn't end NFL's problemsThe mother of Jovan Belcher is suing the Kansas City Chiefs, alleging that her son's 2012 murder-suicide was the result of concussions overlooked by the team.
Winter Classic 2014: Biggest hockey game ever, but can it beat the bowls?NHL's outdoor Winter Classic has already proven a hit, and Wednesday's will be the biggest ever. But the league is planning five more outdoor games this season, which could backfire.
30 sports questions to ring in 2014 As a new year begins, sports questions always outnumber answers. Here is a random group of questions on the Monitor's radar.
12 sports shout-outs for 2013 A tip of the cap to the individuals, teams, and organizations whose actions in 2013 put sports in a more positive light in various ways.
NFL Week 15 picks: Dolphins vs. Patriots, Packers vs. Cowboys, Lions vs. RavensIt’s survival time for NFL playoff hopefuls in the must-see Week 15 games as the Miami Dolphins host the New England Patriots, the Green Bay Packers visit the Dallas Cowboys, and the Detroit Lions and Baltimore Ravens face off Monday night.
College football’s Heisman Trophy: from Berwanger to Manziel On the evening of Dec. 14, the 79th annual Heisman Memorial Trophy presentation will be telecast live by ESPN. As the usual suspense builds about who will be named this season’s best college player, here are some fun facts to throw into your water cooler Heisman conversations.
