Steemit Sports Report: Browns Upset Steelers 13-6, Preventing Pittsburgh From Clinching AFC North | Kyle Whittingham Introduced as Michigan's new Head Football Coach

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Here are the top headlines and major updates from the world of sports for Sunday, December 28, 2025. We cover everything from the pitch to the court.

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🏀 NBA Professional Basketball

Cam Thomas' 30 Points Lead Brooklyn Nets Over Minnesota Timberwolves

Cam Thomas scored 30 points in his return from a hamstring injury, leading the Brooklyn Nets to a 123-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.

Source: AP / Unspecified (via search snippet)

Raptors Face Injury Woes Against Warriors: Barrett Questionable, Poeltl Out

The Toronto Raptors will be without Jakob Poeltl (lower back stiffness) and Collin Murray-Boyles (illness) against the Golden State Warriors, while RJ Barrett's status remains questionable due to a right knee sprain.

Source: Sportsnet / NBA CMS

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🏈 NFL Professional Football

Seahawks at Panthers Injury Updates: Cody White Doubtful To Return with Groin Injury

Seahawks receiver Cody White is doubtful to return to the Week 17 matchup against the Carolina Panthers due to a groin injury.

Source: Seahawks.com

Browns TE Harold Fannin Jr. Questionable to Return vs. Steelers with Groin Injury

Rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr. is questionable to return for the Browns' Week 17 game against the Steelers after sustaining a groin injury in the first quarter, despite being active for the game.

Source: Cleveland Browns

Chargers Fall to Texans 20-16 at Home in Week 17, Playoff Seeding Affected

The Los Angeles Chargers lost to the Houston Texans 20-16 on Saturday, which affected their playoff seeding and confirmed they will enter the postseason as a Wild Card team.

Source: Chargers.com

Saints Rally Behind Tyler Shough for Dramatic 34-26 Victory Over Titans

The New Orleans Saints secured a dramatic 34-26 victory over the Tennessee Titans in Week 17, pushing their winning streak to four games.

Source: New Orleans Saints

Seattle Seahawks Defeat Carolina Panthers 27-10 in Dominant Week 17 Performance

The Seattle Seahawks bested the Carolina Panthers with a decisive 27-10 score in their Week 17 matchup, showcasing a strong performance on both sides of the ball.

Source: PFF

Browns Upset Steelers 13-6, Preventing Pittsburgh from Clinching AFC North

The Cleveland Browns defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 13-6, preventing Pittsburgh from clinching the AFC North division title and setting up a Week 18 decider.

Source: CBS Sports

NFC West Division Title Race Heats Up: Seahawks, Rams, 49ers Battling for Crown

The NFC West remains highly competitive, with the Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, and San Francisco 49ers all battling for the division title with only two weeks left in the regular season.

Source: PFSN

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Can Clinch NFC South with Week 18 Win

If Tampa Bay wins their remaining two regular season games, or if they lose to the Dolphins but beat Carolina in Week 18, they would secure their fifth straight NFC South title.

Source: Tampa Bay Times

Eagles vs. Bills: Week 17 Matchup Hailed as Potential Super Bowl Preview

The Week 17 game between the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles and the Buffalo Bills is being touted as a potential Super Bowl preview, with both teams in strong playoff positions.

Source: FOX Sports

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🏅 NCAA College Sports

No. 20 Virginia notches first 11-win season with Gator Bowl victory over No. 25 Missouri.

Virginia defeated No. 25 Missouri 13-7 in the Gator Bowl on Saturday, marking the program's first 11-win season in its 122-year history.

Source: CBS Sports

Kyle Whittingham introduced as Michigan's new head football coach.

Kyle Whittingham was introduced as Michigan's head football coach on Sunday, expressing confidence that his coaching style would fit the program amid its recent cultural challenges.

Source: Newsday

CFP Quarterfinal: No. 2 Ohio State to face No. 10 Miami (FL) in Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic.

The College Football Playoff Quarterfinal Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic will feature No. 2 Ohio State against No. 10 Miami (FL) on December 31.

Source: OnFocus News

CFP Quarterfinal: Big 12 champion No. 4 Texas Tech to face No. 5 Oregon in Orange Bowl.

The Orange Bowl, a College Football Playoff Quarterfinal, will feature the Big 12 champion No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders against No. 5 Oregon.

Source: College Football News

No. 2 Texas women's basketball completes undefeated non-conference schedule with dominant win.

No. 2 Texas defeated Southeastern Louisiana 120-38 on Sunday, finishing its non-conference schedule undefeated with a 34th consecutive home victory. Senior Kyla Oldacre scored a career-high 22 points.

Source: AP News

No. 4 UCLA women's basketball extends winning streak to six games, defeats No. 19 Ohio State.

No. 4 UCLA extended its winning streak to six games with an 82-75 victory over No. 19 Ohio State on Sunday. Lauren Betts led the Bruins with 18 points and 16 rebounds.

Source: Alton Telegraph

Saint Joseph's men's basketball closes non-conference play with victory.

Jaiden Glover-Toscano returned to the lineup with a career-high 29 points, leading Saint Joseph's men's basketball to an 87-65 win against the Arcadia Knights on Sunday afternoon.

Source: Saint Joseph's University Athletics

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⚽ Soccer (Football)

Paris Saint-Germain Crowned Best Men's Club and Luis Enrique Best Coach at Globe Soccer Awards

French giants PSG, who won the UEFA Champions League, Super Cup, Ligue 1, and Coupe de France in 2025, were named Best Men's Club, while Luis Enrique received the Best Coach award at the Globe Soccer Awards.

Source: Punch Newspapers

Nigeria Qualifies for AFCON Round of 16 After 3-2 Win Over Tunisia

Nigeria secured its place in the Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 by defeating Tunisia 3-2.

Source: TVC News

Sunderland Undefeated at Home in Premier League Since Return to Top Flight

Sunderland extended their unbeaten home run in the Premier League, a streak maintained since their return to the top flight, after drawing 1-1 with Leeds United.

Source: 101 GreatGoals

Atletico Madrid Goalkeeper Jan Oblak Wins Best Save Award at Globe Soccer Awards

Atletico Madrid's Jan Oblak was recognized with the Best Save award in the La Liga category at the Globe Soccer Awards.

Source: Football Espana

Barcelona Named Best Club in La Liga Category at Globe Soccer Awards

FC Barcelona swept multiple La Liga categories at the Globe Soccer Awards, being crowned the Best Club in La Liga for their consistent dominance throughout the 2024/25 season.

Source: Yahoo Sports

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🏁 Conclusion

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