2016 In Sports: Overdue Victories; When Games Got Political
Was this the year of the activist athlete? NPR's Scott Simon looks back on the year in sports with Howard Bryant of ESPN.com.
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Remembering Muhammad Ali, A Man Who Lived Life More Than Most
Muhammad Ali was among the great lives that ended in 2016. The self-proclaimed "greatest" boxer-turned-activist left a profound social and political legacy.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Have A Really Long Shot At Making The Playoffs
Going into the last weekend of the NFL's regular season, the Bucs have the longest of odds to make the playoffs. Seven different things need to go right for them.
It's A Crucial Weekend For College And Pro Football
The college football playoff begins with two games on Saturday. And on Sunday, the NFL's final regular season games will be played to determine playoff match-ups.
Former Football Star Rashaan Salaam's Death Ruled A Suicide
Rashaan Salaam won the 1994 Heisman Trophy as college football's most outstanding player.
Russia Now Disputes 'Times' Report On Olympic Doping
Russia now says it does not admit a doping conspiracy involving its Olympic athletes. The denial follows a New York Times article in which a Russian official was quoted as saying a conspiracy exited.
The Case Against The College Football Playoff
Commentator John U. Bacon has a theory about why the NCAA introduced a college football playoff — and it has nothing to do with crowning a national champion.
'Times' Reporter: Russian Official Admits To Doping Conspiracy
Russian officials admit there was an organized doping program for Olympians, according to the New York Times. David Greene speaks with the reporter who broke the story for the newspaper, Rebecca Ruiz.
Russian Officials No Longer Dispute Doping Program, Report Says
The New York Times reports Russian officials admit there was an organized doping program for Olympians. David Greene talks to Hajo Seppelt, an investigative journalist with German broadcaster ARD.
Boxing Day's Roots: Why Some Celebrate The Day After Christmas
Monday is Boxing Day in the UK and Ireland, as well as many former British colonies. We learn about the origins of the holiday and how it is marked now.