The weekend before the holidays is here, with it, a jam-packed slate of sports stories. From iconic college football traditions to NFL drama and high-stakes NBA action, there’s something for everyone to talk about at your holiday gatherings. Here’s a quick rundown of this weekend’s top sports events:
Army-Navy Rivalry: 125th Edition
One of the most storied traditions in college football, the Army-Navy game is back for its 125th edition this Saturday. Both teams will honor key military divisions with custom uniforms—the Army will pay tribute to the 101st Airborne Division. The Navy will honor Fighter Squadron 17 with a pirate-themed design.
Heisman Trophy Finalists
The Heisman Trophy, awarded to the best player in college football, will be presented this Saturday night. Finalists include Travis Hunter from Colorado, Ashton Jeantry from Boise State, and quarterbacks Dillon Gabriel from Oregon and Cam Ward from Miami. Curious who votes? There are 870 media voters, along with former Heisman winners
Bill Belichick’s Unexpected Career Move
In a shocking turn of events, Bill Belichick is returning to coaching—this time at North Carolina. The 72-year-old NFL legend will take the reins with a $10M budget for his assistant coaches and increased NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) spending. Adding to the intrigue, Belichick’s 24-year-old girlfriend will join him in Chapel Hill, making for an interesting new chapter in the coaching icon’s career.
NFL Player Break-Ins
Several NFL (National Football League) players, including Joe Burrow, Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, have been targeted in home break-ins. Miami’s Tua Tagovailoa is stepping up security in a major way. Tua publicly announced he’s added armed protection at his home, sending a strong message to would-be thieves.
NBA Cup SemiFinals in Vegas
The NBA (National Basketball Association) heads to Las Vegas on Saturday for the NBA Cup semifinals. The Milwaukee Bucks will face the Atlanta Hawks, while the Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Houston Rockets. The winning teams will advance to the finals on Tuesday, and the winning players will receive $514,970.
Buffalo Bills vs. Detroit Lions
This weekend’s game between the Buffalo Bills and the Detroit Lions (NFL) has Super Bowl preview potential, with CBS on location for the big event. The Bills also made headlines by adding ten new investors, including NBA legends Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady, to their ownership group.
It will be an action-packed weekend in sports, and with so much happening, you’ll have plenty of conversation starters for your holiday parties. Check out Last Night’s Game for more sports news and updates!
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