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Stephen Kopcik earned his first NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour win at Martinsville, passing leaders on a late restart after starting 12th and holding off Ron Silk. The Wanick Motorsports driver became the 82nd modern-tour winner since 1985, celebrating at the historic Martinsville bullring as the tour heads to Thompson Speedway on April 12.
Tristan McKee earned his first ARCA Menards Series East win by taking the Cook Out 200 at Hickory after late contact between Max Reaves and Landon Huffman shuffled the lead, edging Reaves for victory as PRG begins a title bid; next race is at Rockingham.
Layne Riggs held off Ty Majeski and Ben Rhodes on the streets of downtown St. Petersburg to win the inaugural NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series street-course race, his sixth career victory, after a late fuel scare and leading a race-high 41 laps.
Indiana Hoosiers won the Peach Bowl and College Football Playoff semifinal against Oregon Ducks at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with celebrations and key performances from players and coaches.
The Pittsburgh Steelers celebrated a dramatic win over the Ravens, with Coach Mike Tomlin praising veteran QB Aaron Rodgers and players expressing pride and gratitude for their coach and season, as they head into the playoffs.
The Steelers secured a 26-24 win against the Ravens with Aaron Rodgers leading late comebacks, earning high grades for quarterback play, running backs, and receivers, while special teams and defense received mixed reviews, and coach Tomlin's leadership was praised despite some blunders.
The Jacksonville Jaguars clinched the AFC South title with a 41-7 win over the Titans, emphasizing their readiness for the playoffs and their ongoing pursuit of excellence, with key players and coaches expressing confidence and determination for the postseason.
Sam Darnold led the Seahawks to a 13-3 victory over the 49ers, clinching the NFC West title and the No. 1 seed in the playoffs, with an efficient, turnover-free performance and strong leadership, securing homefield advantage for the postseason.
Indiana football achieved a historic 38-3 victory over Alabama in the Rose Bowl, marking their first bowl win since 1991 and showcasing a dominant performance that turned the game into a jubilant celebration for Hoosier fans, with the team now advancing to the College Football Playoff Semifinals.
The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Vanderbilt 34-27 in the 2025 ReliaQuest Bowl, marking their fourth win in this bowl and a significant victory for coach Kirk Ferentz, with standout performances from quarterback Mark Gronowski and tight end D.J. Vonnahme.
The New England Patriots secured a 42-10 win over the New York Jets, highlighted by a near-perfect performance from QB Drake Maye who threw five touchdowns and surpassed 4,000 yards for the season. Key contributors included Stefon Diggs with a 100-yard game and Efton Chism III stepping up due to injuries. The Patriots' defense held the Jets' top back Breece Hall in check, and the team utilized diverse personnel groupings to adapt to injuries. Despite the dominant win, they faced some struggles in short-yardage situations and a missed field goal.
The Jacksonville Jaguars narrowly defeated the Indianapolis Colts 23-17 in Week 17, overcoming mistakes and a halftime deficit through strong defense and key plays, positioning themselves to clinch the AFC South title in the final game of the season.
The New York Giants ended a nine-game losing streak with a 34-10 win over the Raiders, highlighted by Jaxson Dart's performance and a kickoff return touchdown by Deonte Banks, while also dealing with significant injuries to their offensive line and secondary.
The LA Kings defeated the Anaheim Ducks 6-1, highlighted by Alex Laferriere's first career hat trick, with strong performances from Kopitar, Doughty, and Forsberg, marking a significant and commanding win after the holiday break.
Eric Saubert, a veteran tight end for the Seahawks, played a crucial role in a key victory, including a game-winning catch, after a journeyman NFL career. His experiences across multiple teams have made him a valuable locker room presence, and his recent performance has solidified his importance to Seattle as they aim for the playoffs. Saubert's journey highlights resilience and the significance of veteran leadership in the NFL.