A few weeks ago, right as the Seahawks were beginning their playoff run to the Super Bowl, coach Mike Macdonald noted that one way he eases anxiety is to remember all that he has to be grateful.
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Can the Seahawks win the second Super Bowl title in franchise history and avenge a loss to the Patriots the last time they were in the big game? What you need to know.

The Seattle Times

What to know as Seahawks take on Patriots in Super Bowl LX - The Seattle Times

Remarks made by American freestyle skier Hunter Hess regarding "mixed emotions" about representing the United States in the 2026 Winter Olympics have drawn criticism from some fans and observers.
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Hess said on Friday that he feels 'mixed emotions' over what's happening in the U.S, right now. which drew a response from Eruzione

Yahoo Entertainment

Winter Olympics 2026: 'Miracle on Ice' captain Mike Eruzione rebukes skier Hunter Hess for comments on representing U.S. - Yahoo Sports

BORMIO, Italy (AP) Swiss racer Franjo von Allmen brought home the first gold medal at the Milan Cortina Games by winning the downhill on Saturday. Its his first Olympic crown in his very first Olympi… [+4353 chars]

Swiss racer Franjo von Allmen has taken home the first gold medal at the Milan Cortina Games by winning the downhill. It’s his first Olympic crown in his very first Olympic race. Not so long ago, it wasn’t clear if he would ever compete. As a teenager, and af…

Associated Press

Franjo von Allmen of Switzerland wins men's downhill, first gold medal of Milan Cortina Olympics - AP News

MILAN (AP) Italian police fired tear gas and a water cannon at dozens of protesters who threw firecrackers and tried to access a highway near a Winter Olympics venue on Saturday.
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Italian police have used tear gas and a water cannon on protesters near a Winter Olympics venue. The protest that took place on Saturday involved a small group of violent demonstrators at the end of an otherwise peaceful march against the environmental impact…

Italian police fire tear gas as protesters clash near Winter Olympics hockey venue - AP News

Knight netted the fourth goal in the 5-0 win, as the squad cruised to victory over a visibly weakened Finnish women's hockey team. The captain said didn't realize the top shelf score tied her with re… [+715 chars]

Hilary Knight tied the record for the most career Olympic goals (14) in team history in the U.S. women's hockey win over Finland on Saturday.

Nbcolympics.com

Hilary Knight ties U.S. Olympic goals record in Finland shutout - NBC Olympics

The Dutch speed skater who has been dubbed a diva for flying to the 2026 Winter Olympics in a private jet decided to stay in bed for Fridays opening ceremonies.
Jutta Leerdam, a now two-time Olympia… [+1941 chars]

Jutta Leerdam, a now two-time Olympian who’s engaged to boxing sensation Jake Paul, revealed on her Instagram story that she watched the opening show from the comfort of her hotel bed.

New York Post

Jake Paul’s fiancée Jutta Leerdam skipped Olympics opening ceremony after ‘diva’ controversy - New York Post

The Browns and former defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz stared each other down, until Schwartz blinked.
On Thursday, Schwartz resigned with the expectation that he wont coach in 2026.
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It's still possible Schwartz will surface elsewhere in 2026.

NBCSports.com

Jim Schwartz, Browns "game of chicken" may not be over - NBC Sports

Terrance Gore, an eight-year MLB veteran known for dynamic baserunning that made him a member of three World Series championship clubs, has passed away at the age of 34.
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Terrance Gore, an eight-year MLB veteran known for dynamic baserunning that made him a member of three World Series championship clubs, has passed away at the age of 34.
Gore’s Major League career was wholly unique. He had just 85 regular-season plate appeara…

MLB.com

Terrance Gore, speedster who made mark with Royals, passes away at 34 - mlb.com

Barcelona hosted Mallorca at the Spotify Camp Nou on Saturday evening just days after their Copa del Rey win over Albacete, and did so without Raphinha and Pedri who both missed through injury.
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Barcelona hosted Mallorca at the Spotify Camp Nou on Saturday evening just days after their Copa del Rey win over Albacete, and did so without Raphinha and Pedri who both missed through injury. While the visitors did create threats and opportunities at times,…

Barcauniversal.com

Rashford 8.5, Yamal 9 | Barcelona 3-0 Mallorca: Player Ratings - Barca Universal

<ul><li>What: AT&amp;T Slam Dunk</li><li>When: Saturday, Feb. 14, 5 ET (3rd event)</li><li>Where: Intuit Dome</li><li>TV / Streaming: NBC &amp; Peacock</li><li>Competition rules (PDF)</li></ul>
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Carter Bryant, Jaxson Hayes, Keshad Johnson and Jase Richardson are set to compete in AT&T Slam Dunk during All-Star Saturday.

Heat.com

NBA announces participants for 2026 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest - NBA

ABC News

Lindsey Vonn is skiing on a completely torn ACL. Could she still win Olympic gold? - ABC News

MILAN (AP) The performance by pop star Mariah Carey at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics opening ceremony was the talk of the town but it also raised a few questions.
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The performance by pop star Mariah Carey at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics opening ceremony was the talk of the town — but it also raised a few questions....

Mariah Carey's Olympic act prompts questions about possible lip-syncing and a curious teleprompter - Yahoo

When not risking her neck performing acrobatic tricks on skis, Eileen Gu loves to strut down runways and pose for magazine covers as a model.
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Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.

CBS News

Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Milano Cortina Olympics - cbsnews.com

MMA Fighting has PFL Dubai results for the Nurmagomedov vs. Davis fight card and more from Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Saturday morning.
In the main event, PFL lightweight cha… [+1164 chars]

Get PFL Dubai results for the Nurmagomedov vs. Davis event Saturday morning.

MMA Fighting

LIVE! PFL Dubai Results: Nurmagomedov vs. Davis - MMA Fighting

MILAN Welcome to the 2026 Winter Olympics. We are already one male-enhancement scandal into this thing.
We will get to that in a moment. First, a round of applause for Italy, which excelled at any h… [+4028 chars]

From reports of a crotch-size manipulation scandal in ski jumping to a Mariah Carey performance, the 2026 Winter Games are off to a peculiar start.

Sports Illustrated

From Day 1, the Milan Cortina Olympics Are Already As Bizarre As Ever - Sports Illustrated

Chelsea look to get back to winning ways after Tuesdays defeat as we take on the worst team in the league. Wolves have just one win all season, with eight points total. Anything less than three point… [+1066 chars]

SB Nation

Wolves vs. Chelsea, Premier League: Confirmed lineups; how to watch - We Ain't Got No History

Tom Brady may be changing his tune about having no dog in the fight between the Patriots and Seahawks at Super Bowl LX.
Brady, who won six Super Bowls with the Patriots and one with the Buccaneers, … [+666 chars]

Brady may be reconsidering his stance that he has no dog in the fight of who wins between the Patriots and Seahawks.

Tom Brady tells Robert Kraft, "Get that 7th ring so we can match" - NBC Sports

LOS ANGELES (AP) A jury has found former major league outfielder Yasiel Puig guilty of obstruction of justice and lying to federal officials investigating an illegal gambling operation, the U.S. Atto… [+3035 chars]

A jury has found former major league outfielder Yasiel Puig guilty of obstruction of justice and lying to federal officials investigating an illegal gambling operation, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said Friday. The verdict came after a multiweek trial that feat…

Ex-MLB player Yasiel Puig found guilty of obstruction and lying to federal officials - AP News

Date &amp; Time: Feb. 7, 7:00 p.m. CT
Location: Breslin Center (East Lansing, Mich.)
TV: FOX (Jason Benetti &amp; Steve Smith)

Illini Inquirers Kyle Tausk previews Illinois top10 matchup at Michigan State on Saturday

247Sports

Three Keys & a Pick: No. 5 Illinois at No. 10 Michigan State - 247Sports

There will be around 2,900 athletes competing in 116 events at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games, with each one hoping to bring home a medal. 
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While the U.S. is on top of the overall Olympic medal count, it is not the country that dominates winter sports like the 2026 Milano Cortina Games in Italy.