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Tweet this: NFL Pro Bowl players get to share thoughts real-time

The NFL is hoping to kick up its Pro Bowl ratings Sunday by allowing players to Tweet from the sidelines during the game. Some think that’s a silly distraction for players.
Tim Thomas: Six other athletes who snubbed the White House

Not that many Americans have the opportunity to be on the White House guest list. Here's a list of athletes who have snubbed US presidents.
Joe Paterno remembered: 'The coach came by to see us?'

A meeting with legendary football coach Joe Paterno the day before a 1996 non-conference game provided a small picture into the man.
NFC Championship quiz: Are you a real 49er fan?

What do you really know about the NFL’s San Francisco franchise? Find out by taking this 10-question quiz in the lead-up to Sunday’s NFC Championship Game against the New York Giants.
Giants vs. 49ers in NFC Championship: Déja vu all over again?

What does NFL playoff history tell us about the New York Giants and the San Francisco 49ers? The Giants and 49ers have met in the NFL playoffs seven times in the last 30 years.
New York Giants: How much do you know about the city's first NFL team?

The New York Giants have been around for over 75 years and played for NFL championships almost since the birth of the league. Test your general team knowledge with our quiz.
AFC Championship fulcrum: Ravens offense vs. Patriots defense

New England's offense and Baltimore's defense are well known. But their opposite numbers could actually decide who goes to the Super Bowl.
AFC Championship Game: Quiz time for Baltimore football fans

What do you really know about Baltimore’s pro football history, which first saw the Colts occupy the city, followed by the Ravens? Find out by taking this 10-question quiz in the lead-up to Sunday’s AFC Championship Game against the New England Patriots.
Broncos-Patriots one of four intriguing NFL playoff games this weekend

Tim Tebow takes his act to New England, Drew Brees takes on the 49ers, the Texans travel to Baltimore, and the Packers host the Giants during this NFL divisional playoff weekend.
Tim Tebow and Tom Brady: Opposite in every way? Maybe not.

Scripture-quoting Tim Tebow and the Broncos take on the Patriots' Super Bowl-winning golden boy, Tom Brady, on Saturday in an 'Odd Couple' NFL matchup of epic proportions.
Poll: God helps Tim Tebow win football games. Does Tim Tebow agree?

A new poll shows that 43 percent of respondents think divine intervention plays some role in the success of Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow. But what is he praying about?
How much do you know about Tim Tebow? A quiz

According to a January ESPN poll, Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow is now the most popular athlete in America. But how much do you really know about Tim Tebow? Take our quiz to see if you are a true Tebow-maniac.
LSU vs. Alabama goes from hyped rematch to lopsided score

LSU vs. Alabama was the first shutout in the title game since the current bowl-game selection process was instituted in 1998. Alabama won Monday night 21-0.
BCS National Championship Game: LSU vs. Alabama in football rematch heaven (+video)

LSU and Alabama will play for all the marbles Monday night in New Orleans. Will the national title game resemble the regular season's first meeting?
Tim Tebow: Denver Broncos upset shows why he never needs to be great

Tim Tebow led the Denver Broncos to an upset win Sunday by being an average passer of the football. If he keeps that up, Tim Tebow could be a quarterback in a class all his own.
BCS National Championship Game: It’s Alabama football quiz time!

Alabama and Louisiana State go at it tonight with everything on the line in the New Orleans Superdome. Each team has multiple national titles and a rich football tradition. LSU prevailed in a regular-season matchup, 9-6, in overtime in a score that reflects just how evenly matched these teams are. While waiting for the kickoff, test your knowledge of Alabama’s football tradition, then link to the corresponding LSU quiz(http://bit.ly/ytNweR) to test your grasp of the Bayou Bengals’ gridiron history.
BCS National Championship Game: It's LSU football quiz time!

Alabama and Louisiana State go at it tonight with everything on the line in the New Orleans Superdome. Each team has multiple national titles and a rich football tradition. LSU prevailed in a regular-season matchup, 9-6, in overtime in a score that reflects just how evenly matched these teams are. While waiting for the kickoff, test your knowledge of LSU's football tradition, then link to the corresponding Alabama quiz(http://bit.ly/xjMktO) to test your grasp of the Crimson Tide's gridiron history.
NFL playoffs: Did New Orleans Saints end the 'defense wins championships' era?

NFL playoffs are led by teams with dreadful defenses, like the New Orleans Saints and Detroit Lions. It's a sign that more teams are turning to the Indianapolis Colts model.
Penn State attempts to move past scandal by hiring Patriots' Bill O'Brien, reports say

Penn State is reportedly in contract talks with New England's offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien. But Penn State football alumni aren't too happy with the process to replace Joe Paterno
Test your baseball knowledge with our comprehensive quiz

How well do you know the major league game? Find out here.