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Why Super Bowl contenders need to fear the Giants

The Giants have a dominating defense front to back capable of short circuiting the most high-powered offenses and they have Odell Beckham, who not only is always the best player on the field, but comes equipped with Eli Manning, who can get him the ball in the tightest windows or put it out there for one-handed catches with OBJ’s right or left hand. All of a sudden, the Giants are a team nobody is going to want to play in January – or even the first Sunday in February.

County hopeful over early Hastings return from injury

AUSSIE ace John Hastings could be back from injury sooner than expected after Worcestershire’s 2017 overseas signing went under the knife. The 31-year-old had surgery on his right knee to repair “significant damage” to the patella tendon he injured in the Sheffield Shield playing for Victoria Down Under.

Ronaldo caps stellar year at Club World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo signed off his stellar 2016 in style on Sunday, scoring a hat-trick to lift Real Madrid to Club World Cup glory and underline his status as the world’s best player. Ronaldo, crowned the Ballon d’Or winner for a fourth time last week, helped Real win the Champions League before leading Portugal to European Championship triumph.

Orphaned Irondale Teen Surprised With Car At Vikings Game

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Chiefs go from clinching playoffs to chasing Oakland in West

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, left, yells on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016. Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, left, yells on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016.

Cowboys vs. Buccaneers: Five Critical Plays That Shaped The Game

Each NFL game is made up of about 125 to 135 plays, usually the ones that get all of the attention are the headline-grabbing touchdowns or game-deciding plays in the last few minutes, but what about all of the crucial plays that led up to those moments? What about the overlooked plays that had a significant bearing on the direction of the game but are usually forgotten in favor of flashy highlights? Here is a look at five plays that may get lost in the wash, but ultimately were critical in shaping the Cowboys 26-20 victory over Tampa Bay. Impact: After the Cowboys pushed the lead to 14, Tampa Bay responded with an impressive drive that looked like it would ultimately end up in the end zone.

Stanford alum Ty Montgomery gives Green Bay Packers offense new Look

Former Stanford product Ty Montgomery ran for 162 yards and a pair of touchdowns in the Green Bay Packers win over the Chicago Bears, all while listed as a receiver. So how did the Cardinal receiver end up in the backfield and why could his production be the difference in the playoff push for Green Bay? After starting running back Eddie Lacy went down, the Packers offense has struggled and been lopsided, relying heavily on the passing attack.

Bernardi joins Argentine first division coaching exodus

BUENOS AIRES: The Argentine merry-go-round of coaches continued as the first division went into a seven-week summer recess on Monday with Arsenal’s Lucas Bernardi quitting after five matches in charge. Former Newell’s Old Boys and Monaco midfielder Bernardi, who took over from Sergio Rondina, left after Arsenal’s first win of the season, 2-1 against Velez Sarsfield, the club said on their website .

Strategic Metals Ltd. Announces Spin-out Transaction To Create Trifecta Gold Ltd.

Strategic Metals Ltd. announces that its board of directors has unanimously approved a proposal to undertake a spin-out transaction to segregate some of its assets into a separate company. Under the terms of the proposed transaction, Strategic will transfer its Eureka, Triple Crown and Treble projects in Yukon and sufficient cash to qualify for a listing on the TSX Venture Exchange to Trifecta Gold Ltd. , a wholly-owned subsidiary, in return for Trifecta shares, most of which will then be distributed to Strategic shareholders by way of a plan of arrangement.

Make Carpets magic this festive season

A BID to see Inspiral Carpets top the charts this Christmas in memory of drummer Craig Gill was welcomed across Oldham this weekend. Chadderton-raised Gill was 44 when he died last month and fans are eager to see the band’s classic “Saturn 5” become Christmas No 1 in his honour.

No Bad Dreams ends Panocchio’s winning streak

No Bad Dreams proves the step up in class was no problem as he strode to victory in the feature event at Pompano Park on Sunday evening. The 5-year-old gelded son of Dream Away swept by his competitors, abruptly stopping Panocchio’s six-race winning streak, in pinning a victory measuring three-quarters of a length over Sing For Me George, with Kevin Wallis driving.

Bang A Boomerang

My travels often take me past a harness racetrack. As I pass and look out my window, I see the back of the big brick grandstand, a sign with the name of the racetrack and a huge, often empty, parking lot.

VIDEO: Novak Djokovic’s hips definitely don’t lie! Watch the tennis…

Tennis superstar Novak Djokovic isn’t only known for a killer backhand shot, but the Djoker has made enough headlines because of his fabulous sense of humour, for being a prankster and an amazing sport – on and off the field. Remember the time he dressed up as Maria Sharapova at a press conference, or the time he coolly asked one of the lines-men to sit and have break with him mid match? Well, the currently world No.

Spurs boss Pochettino keeps title hopes intact

Tottenham pushed hard for the title last season before ultimately fizzling out in the home stretch to finish third behind winners Leicester City and Arsenal. Tottenham Hotspur still have a chance of overhauling Premier League leaders Chelsea and winning the title, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Benefit concert warms up the night

Local singer-songwriter Tanya Ryan, accompanied by Dean Selby, sings about a “Blue Christmas” during the Okotoks Food Bank Christmas Concert on Dec. 14. John Fraser, accompanied by daughter Caroline “Lady C” Fraser, performs Mary Did You Know during the Okotoks Food Bank Christmas Concert on Dec. 14. Caroline “Lady C” Fraser, along with her father John Fraser, perform Mary Did You Know during the Okotoks Food Bank Christmas Concert on Dec. 14. Okotoks’ own Haggis, comprised of Mike Deurbrouck, left, Todd Martin, and Jeff Graham performs The Mummers Song during the Okotoks Food Bank Christmas Concert on Dec. 13. The June Bugs, joined by clarinet player Cedric Blary, perform during the Okotoks Food Bank Christmas Concert on Dec. 14. Rob Hollis, right, and Fred Mallette, sing “My Christmas Wish” during the Okotoks Food Bank Christmas Concert on Dec. 14. Rob Hollis and Fred Mallette, right, … (more)

Italy defender Bonucci extends Juventus contract

Italy defender Leonardo Bonucci has extended his contract with Serie A champions Juventus until 2021, the club said on Monday . Football Soccer – Germany v Italy – EURO 2016 – Quarter Final – Stade de Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France – 2/7/16 Italy’s Leonardo Bonucci misses in the penalty shootout REUTERS/Darren Staples REUTERS: Italy defender Leonardo Bonucci has extended his contract with Serie A champions Juventus until 2021, the club said on Monday .

Liam Dawson took his maiden Test wicket in Chennai

England were left waiting for their inevitable cue to bat out the remainder of the fifth Test as Karun Nair remorselessly built India’s lead on day four. Nair and Ravi Ashwin shared an unbroken stand of 147 to carry the hosts to a teatime 582 for five, 105 runs in front, as England mustered just one wicket in two sessions at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.