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LSU's Burrow, Georgia's Fromm strengths differ for SEC title game Joe Burrow and Jake Fromm bring contrasting strengths to Saturday's Southeastern Conference championship game. Burrow has been a nightmare matchup for defenses with the ball in his hands for No. 1 LSU. Fromm, often described as a game manager, wins by making the best decisions to put the ball in other players' hands for No. 4 Georgia. Published Dec. 3 2019 @ 12:20am

LSU has plan to keep Brady LSU coach Ed Orgeron said he's a "step ahead" of potential suitors trying to lure passing game coordinator and Broyles Award finalist Joe Brady away from the No. 1 Tigers. Published Dec. 3 2019 @ 12:15am

Petersen resigns at Washington Chris Petersen has always worked according to his own schedule. During eight seasons as the head coach at Boise State he brought the Broncos into the elite of college football, never in a rush to land the next big job despite being courted constantly by higher-profile schools. Published Dec. 3 2019 @ 12:15am

A reasonable road to playoff for Big 12 champ No. 6 Oklahoma's biggest comeback ever didn't have a lingering effect on No. 8 Baylor. Now they get to play again, this time for the Big 12 championship and possibly a spot in the College Football Playoff, which seems much more feasible after a couple of significant losses in other leagues. Published Dec. 3 2019 @ 12:15am

For Sterk, past success meant .500 wasn't good enough for Odom Sometime on Friday, either before, during or after Missouri's win against Arkansas, Missouri athletic director Jim Sterk made the decision to fire head football coach Barry Odom after four seasons. by Colin O'Brien Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:45am

Last-second penalty lifts Lock, Broncos past Chargers 23-20 Take a chance before halftime? No way. Take a knee for overtime? Not a chance. Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:40am

Missouri volleyball opens NCAA tourney against Northern Iowa The Missouri women's volleyball team is headed to Lincoln, Neb., after making the NCAA Tournament for the fifth consecutive season. by News Tribune Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:35am

Iron Bowl victory a perfect salve for Auburn team, fans Gus Malzahn and Auburn have discovered the quickest way to redeem a frustrating season: beat Alabama. Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:35am

Mississippi fires coach Matt Luke after 3 seasons, 15-21 record Mississippi fired football coach Matt Luke on Sunday, three days after his third non-winning season ended with an excruciating rivalry game loss. Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:30am

Injuries, ejection drain Georgia for SEC title game Jake Fromm may be relying on some new starters around him when the SEC title — and a spot in the playoff — is on the line for No. 4 Georgia. Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:30am

Clemson, Virginia after next step in ACC game The Atlantic Coast Conference title game is special opportunity for first-time participant No. 22 Virginia. It's just as special for No. 3 Clemson, coach Dabo Swinney said despite the fact his Tigers have won the past four championships. Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:15am

Alabama out of AP top 5 for first time in four years Alabama dropped to No. 9 in the Associated Press college football poll, snapping the Crimson Tide's record streak of 68 consecutive appearances in the top five. Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:10am

Oregon's loss paves way for new No. 1 in women's basketball After a historic weekend that saw top-ranked Oregon and No. 2 Baylor lose on the same day, there are a few teams contending for No. 1 in the Associated Press women's basketball poll. Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:10am

Buckeyes expect tougher game this time vs. Badgers Ohio State coach Ryan Day expects to see a much better Wisconsin team in the Big Ten championship game than the one routed by the Buckeyes five weeks ago. Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:10am

Veteran big men stand out in Kansas, Michigan title runs Udoka Azubuike patrolled the paint with a dominating edge to help No. 4 Kansas win the Maui Invitational. Jon Teske offered a similar space-eating presence for Michigan during its unexpected title run in a loaded Battle 4 Atlantis. Published Dec. 2 2019 @ 12:05am

Odom fired as Missouri head football coach Jim Sterk gave Barry Odom almost exactly four years. The former Missouri linebacker was hired by Sterk's predecessor, Mack Rhoades, on Dec. 3, 2015, as the head coach of his alma mater, and relieved of those duties on Nov. 30, 2019. by News Tribune Published Dec. 1 2019 @ 1:00am

Press Box: Trying to stem fan apathy played big role in decision to fire Odom If you're surprised, you weren't listening. On Saturday morning, Missouri athletic director Jim Sterk announced Barry Odom would not be returning as head football coach for the Tigers next season. On Tuesday, he basically said the same thing. by Tom Rackers Published Dec. 1 2019 @ 12:25am

Auburn's 48-45 win upends Alabama's playoff hopes Another wild, triumphant Iron Bowl finish turned Auburn's field into a teeming mass of orange and blue. A missed Alabama field goal again had much to do with it. Published Dec. 1 2019 @ 12:20am

Lincoln women fall to UMSL to finish 0-2 in Classic The Lincoln women's basketball fell behind early Saturday and never led in a 79-61 loss to Missouri-St. Louis in the UMSL Classic. by News Tribune Published Dec. 1 2019 @ 12:15am

Ohio State beats Michigan 56-27 for record run Ohio State has turned what's known as The Game into ITS Game, making one of the greatest rivalries in sports a one-sided series with little suspense. Published Dec. 1 2019 @ 12:10am

Badgers take back Axe in snowy 38-17 victory vs. Gophers As soon as Wisconsin's victory against Minnesota went final, the swarm of white-uniformed Badgers raced toward Paul Bunyan's Axe for a gleeful reunion with the traveling trophy they lost last year. Published Dec. 1 2019 @ 12:10am

Brooks leads No. 7 Oklahoma past No. 21 Oklahoma State Kennedy Brooks rushed for 160 yards and a touchdown to help No. 7 Oklahoma beat No. 21 Oklahoma State 34-16 on Saturday night. Published Dec. 1 2019 @ 12:10am

Broncos activate Lock off IR, don't name him starter The Denver Broncos activated rookie quarterback Drew Lock off injured reserve Saturday and waived rookie quarterback Brett Rypien, but the team still isn't naming Lock the starter against the Chargers. Published Dec. 1 2019 @ 12:10am