This Monday is packed with opportunities to avoid political debates and jump into captivating sports stories instead. Whether you’re a football fanatic, a tennis enthusiast or just someone who loves a good social buzz, we’ve got your week covered.
College Football National Championship Tonight
Tonight’s clash between Notre Dame and Ohio State promises more than just on-field excitement. It’s a big night in Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where fans can enjoy fan-first concessions like $2 sodas and $5 beers. Notre Dame’s head coach, Marcus Freeman, faces his alma mater in a full-circle moment that’s bound to be memorable.
If you’re looking for more conversation starters, check out our podcast episode diving into the National Championship game—you’ll leave with plenty to say that’s not about X’s and O’s.
NFL Playoff Highlights
This weekend delivered some wild playoff moments:
Chiefs vs. Texans: Kansas City braved the cold to advance, with Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce making history and Andy Reid cracking jokes about his weight after his 300th career win.
Lions vs. Commanders: The Detroit Lions were stunned as Washington’s rookie quarterback, Jayden Daniels, led an unforgettable upset over the No. 1 ranked team.
Bills vs. Ravens: A battle of MVPs in freezing cold weather saw Buffalo emerge victorious over Baltimore.
Eagles vs. Rams: Philadelphia’s winter-weather advantage helped them secure a solid win.
Tennis Drama Down Under
Novak Djokovic’s silent protest at the Australian Open stole headlines. He skipped a post-match interview and called out a broadcaster for mocking his Serbian fans. Meanwhile, Carlos Alcaraz faced a different kind of attention. He was over-sexualized after changing his shirt courtside, sparking debate about crowd behavior.
What’s Coming Up This Week?
NBA in Paris: Basketball goes international.
Unrivaled Women’s Basketball: This three-on-three league is keeping WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association) players closer to home during the offseason.
Winter X-Games: Get ready for some adrenaline-packed action.
NFL Playoffs: More thrills await next weekend in the playoffs.
Plus, Sunday marks the anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s tragic helicopter crash—a moment for reflection on one of sports’ most beloved icons.
Stay tuned for Wednesday’s True Crimes in Sports podcast for a deeper dive into the behind-the-scenes scandals and betrayals.
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