NFL football

Butler forward Bryce Nze (10) grabs a rebound away from Villanova forward Jermaine Samuels (23) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, in Philadelphia, Pa. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson)

No. 14 Villanova hits 12 3s in 82-42 romp over Butler

By Dan Gelston Jan. 16, 2022 02:04 PM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Jan. 13, 2022 11:28 AM EST
Jan. 14 943 — Montreal’s Alex Smart scores three goals in his first NHL game and leads the Canadiens to a 5-1 victory over the Chicago Black Hawks. ...

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Ambry Thomas (20) celebrates after catching an interception in overtime of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. The 49ers won 27-24. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

San Francisco 49ers at Los Angeles Rams 1/9/2022

Jan. 09, 2022 08:30 PM EST

Tennessee Titans guard Rodger Saffold (76) celebrates with fans after their win over the Houston Texans in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex )

Tennessee Titans at Houston Texans 1/9/2022

Jan. 09, 2022 08:30 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger gestures after throwing a touchdown pass to wide receiver Chase Claypool during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Pittsburgh Steelers at Baltimore Ravens 1/9/2022

Jan. 09, 2022 08:30 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) is sacked by Jacksonville Jaguars outside linebacker Josh Allen (41) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)

Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars 1/9/2022

Jan. 09, 2022 08:30 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) waves to fans after the team defeated the Carolina Panthers during an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)

Carolina Panthers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers 1/9/2022

Jan. 09, 2022 08:30 PM EST

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill (17) celebrates with fans after their win over the Houston Texans in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex )

Titans get AFC's No. 1 seed; Colts' loss helps Steelers

By Teresa M. Walker Jan. 09, 2022 08:28 PM EST

The Alabama team gets off a plane Friday, Jan. 7, 2022, at Indianapolis International Airport in Indianapolis. Alabama is scheduled to play Georgia on Monday in the College Football Playoff championship game. (Michelle Pemberton/The Indianapolis Star via AP)

Alabama, Georgia receive warm welcome in frigid Indianapolis

By Michael Marot Jan. 07, 2022 09:09 PM EST

The ball gets past Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver James Washington (13) and Cleveland Browns cornerback Greedy Williams (26) during the first half an NFL football game, Monday, Jan. 3, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers 1/3/2022

Jan. 03, 2022 09:32 PM EST

FILE - Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson signs autographs for fans before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Seattle on Aug. 28, 2021. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)

Los Angeles Chargers at Seattle Seahawks 8/28/2021

Dec. 18, 2021 10:20 AM EST

FILE - A stadium workers checks the COVID-19 vaccine cards of fans, required before they are allowed to enter, before an NFL football game between the Seattle Seahawks and New Orleans Saints, Oct. 25, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer, File)

New Orleans Saints at Seattle Seahawks 10/25/2021

Dec. 18, 2021 10:20 AM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver James Washington (13) celebrates after catching a 30-yard touchdown pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)

Pittsburgh Steelers at Minnesota Vikings 12/9/2021

Dec. 09, 2021 11:38 PM EST

Michigan State coach Mel Tucker, right, is congratulated by athletic director Alan Haller following a 37-33. win over Michigan in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

Michigan State gives Mel Tucker a $95 million, 10-year deal

By Larry Lage Nov. 24, 2021 09:45 PM EST

Arkansas' Kamani Johnson (20) and Trey Wade (3) collide with Cincinnati's Jeremiah Davenport (24) as they chase a loose ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

No. 13 Arkansas beats Cincy 73-67 in Hall of Fame Classic

By Dave Skretta Nov. 23, 2021 11:46 PM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2021 02:39 PM EST
Nov. 30 1941 — The Chicago Bears score 49 points in the second half to beat the Philadelphia Eagles 49-13. 1956 — Floyd...

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver James Washington (13) celebrates with fans after scoring on a pass from quarterback Mason Rudolph during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

Detroit Lions at Pittsburgh Steelers 11/14/2021

Nov. 14, 2021 01:46 PM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Nov. 11, 2021 10:00 AM EST
Nov. 12 1892 — William “Pudge” Heffelfinger becomes the first pro football player by getting $500 to play for the Allegheny Athletic...