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Patriots’ Julian Edelman still not ready to practice

Edelman, who is rehabbing from a knee procedure, was eligible to return last Sunday against the Texans and remains eligible to return this Sunday against the Cardinals.
Frank Dell'Apa

There was so much more to Diego Maradona than his brilliance with a soccer ball

Maradona, who died Wednesday at age 60, played his last game for Argentina at Foxboro Stadium during the 1994 World Cup.
Diego Maradona, soccer legend who led Argentina to 1986 World Cup title, dead at 60
Alex Speier

What happened to Andrew Benintendi? And can he rebound from it?

The downturn in his performance, as measured by analytics, has been alarming since he burst on the scene.
college basketball

Boston College men’s basketball team puts a scare into No. 3 Villanova before succumbing

The Eagles had a 9-point second-half lead before the Wildcats took over.
rED SOX

Red Sox claim righthander Joel Payamps off waivers from Arizona

The Red Sox on Wednesday claimed 26-year-old righthander Joel Payamps on waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks. He appeared in two major league games last season.

Patriots
Cam Newton likes what he sees from latest generation of mobile QBs, including Kyler Murray
With multiple young, mobile quarterbacks on New England’s schedule this season, Patriots quarterback Cam Newton says he roots for their success except in games when he’s playing against them.

Christopher Price
Taking a look at the AFC playoff picture for Week 12
The Steelers and Chiefs are battling for the top seed, while the Patriots face a tough road as they try to reach the playoffs for a 12th straight season.

Why the Patriots should bring back Cam Newton next season
Is there anyone out there who would be a better stopgap as the Patriots search for their next young quarterback to lead the franchise?

Tara Sullivan
‘I can’t be late for Thanksgiving anymore. I have no excuse’: What’s a high school coach to do when there’s no game?
Usually, these coaches would get home and everyone would already be eating. But due to the pandemic, there will be no annual rivalry games. And they may have to get involved with chopping vegetables.

With proper precautions, touch football will remain on one Thanksgiving menu

High schools
The top 10 Thanksgiving high school football games of the past decade
With the rivalries taking a timeout this season, it's a good chance to look back at some recent classics.

With proper precautions, touch football will remain on one Thanksgiving menu
revolution

With Revolution in conference semifinals, Bruce Arena deserves a lot of credit

Arena's uninhibited attacking style has put foes on the defensive, the latest example being Tuesday's win over Philadelphia.
When it mattered, Revolution finally beat Philadelphia, 2-0
Patriots

What Kliff Kingsbury has to say about his relationship with Bill Belichick and the Patriots

Kingsbury's Cardinals are in town this week, and he'll face off against his first NFL coach for the first time.
Beat writer's notebook

Thoughts on the retirement of Johnny Boychuk and other hockey matters

The well-liked defenseman, whom the Bruins were reluctant to trade in 2014, had to call it a career at 36 after some scary injuries.
patriots

Former Patriots assistant coach Markus Paul dies

Paul, 54, was taken to the hospital after experiencing a medical emergency at the team’s facility.
NFL notebook

Steelers-Ravens Thanksgiving game postponed to Sunday

Four Ravens players were placed on the COVID-IR this week, prompting the NFL to shift what would have been Pittsburgh's first home Thanksgiving game.
NFL

Taking a closer look at the NFL’s Thanksgiving Day matchups

Despite Washington and Dallas both being 3-7, the winner will be in first place in the NFC East for at least a few days, longer if Philadelphia loses this weekend.
hockey

National Women’s Hockey League to hold season in a Lake Placid bubble

The Boston Pride and the league's five other teams will gather in late January for a two-week season that includes playoffs.
soccer

Diego Maradona, soccer legend who led Argentina to 1986 World Cup title, dead at 60

The office of Argentina's president said it will declare three days of national mourning in honor of Maradona.
MLS PLAYOFFS: REVOLUTION 2, UNION 0

When it mattered the most, the Revolution finally beat Philadelphia, and now they’re on to the semifinals

Goals by Adam Buksa and Tajon Buchanan sent the Revolution to an Eastern Conference semifinal game vs. Orlando.
Hayden Bird: Three takeaways from the Revolution's victory
Celtics

Despite unusual circumstances, Celtics rookies Aaron Nesmith and Payton Pritchard already are in step

With no summer league and little time to get acclimated to the NBA grind, the first-round picks shared a common thread as they met the media.
Peter Abraham | On baseball

The Red Sox have some serious innings to fill with additional starting pitchers

They'll probably have to go out and get two or three starters, but the good news is that the market is flooded this year.
Matt Porter

How the Bruins’ Jake DeBrusk is looking to improve after signing his contract extension

The 24-year-old said his offseason workouts have him feeling stronger, heavier, and more balanced.
Bruins re-sign Jake DeBrusk to two-year, $7.35 million deal
ben volin | on football

Brady vs. Belichick? Forget the debate; it’s clear that they need each other

The downward fortunes of both teams give us a definitive answer to the question, and it's not a satisfying one.
Bruce Arians: Tom Brady is getting ‘confused’ with coverages ‘that might be causing some inaccurate balls’
Patriots

Rex Burkhead says he’s out for the season after suffering knee injury vs. Texans

The dependable running back went down Sunday after his right knee made contact with a defender's helmet. The team hasn't revealed the extent of the injury.
Patriots Notebook

Patriots’ Lawrence Guy helping needy families this Thanksgiving

Each family received a turkey, fresh vegetables, sides, fixings, and a $20 Stop & Shop gift card.

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Naples’ mayor begins process to rename stadium for Maradona

Boston College men’s basketball team puts a scare into No. 3 Villanova before succumbing

Former Patriots assistant coach Markus Paul dies

Red Sox claim righthander Joel Payamps off waivers from Arizona

Alabama football coach Nick Saban tests positive for COVID-19

colleges

Boston College women’s basketball team opens season with rout of New Hampshire

The Eagles were paced by junior Taylor Soule, who recorded her 11th career double double with a game-high 22 points and 12 rebounds.
High school football

The top 10 Thanksgiving high school football games of the past decade

With the rivalries taking a timeout this season, it's a good chance to look back at some recent classics.
High school football
Sports Log

Alabama football coach Nick Saban tests positive for COVID-19

Offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian will take over for the quarantining 69-year-old coach when the No. 1 Crimson Tide face No. 22 Auburn Saturday.
NFL Notebook

Bruce Arians: Tom Brady is getting ‘confused’ with coverages ‘that might be causing some inaccurate balls’

Brady's deep-ball numbers have been down the past few games — to the tune of 0 for 22.
Jared Goff and the Rams hold off Tom Brady and the Buccaneers for 27-24 win
Julian Benbow

After week off, Boston College football has a new level of buy-in

BC’s home game with Louisville was set for Nov. 27 then moved to Dec. 12, and then to Saturday at 4 p.m..
colleges

Five story lines to follow as Boston College men’s basketball opens the season Wednesday

Dynamic scorer Wynston Tabbs is finally healthy, and he'll be joined by Jay Heath as the Eagles try to prove they're better than their No. 14 preseason ranking in the ACC.
colleges

Northeastern postpones winter sports until Dec. 18 after athletes from five teams go into quarantine

The teams put on hold are hockey, basketball, indoor track and field, and swimming and diving.
sports log

Versatile star Bam Adebayo strikes it rich with Miami Heat

The 6-foot-10-inch center agreed on a five-year extension that will be worth at least $163 million.
Celtics

Red Claws coach Darren Erman leaving Celtics to join Knicks staff

Erman will be reunited with New York coach Tom Thibodeau, with whom he established a bond in Boston.
college basketball

Predictions on the men’s college basketball season for Massachusetts teams

The coronavirus will be a huge X factor, but we can make some educated guesses on what will happen as things stand right now.
The top storylines in Mass. men's college basketball this season
college basketball

What to watch for in the local women’s college basketball season

Some teams will have their depth tested as most leagues adapt to a regional or pod schedule.
The top storylines in Mass. men's college basketball this season
CHAD FINN

With playoff chances slim, Patriots need to figure who’s worth keeping for the long haul, and other thoughts

Sunday's dispiriting loss to Houston made it clear that their 11-year run of making the playoffs almost certainly is coming to an end.
NFL scoreboard
NHL

Blackhawks hire former Northeastern star Kendall Coyne Schofield as player development coach

Coyne Schofield, a former national team forward, will work with Chicago's top minor league affiliate and serve as a youth hockey growth specialist. She's the first woman to hold the position for the franchise.
Ben Volin | On Football

NFL Week 11: Quarterbacks made a lot of news, and not all of it good

There was a season-ending injury to a budding star, plus successful starting debuts for two QBs and a benching.

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Former Patriots assistant coach Markus Paul dies

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Despite unusual circumstances, Celtics rookies Aaron Nesmith and Payton Pritchard already are in step

Red Claws coach Darren Erman leaving Celtics to join Knicks staff

‘I really feel like I’m back.’ Former Celtics star Isaiah Thomas says he’s ready to shine again in NBA

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Thoughts on the retirement of Johnny Boychuk and other hockey matters

How the Bruins’ Jake DeBrusk is looking to improve after signing his contract extension

Bruins re-sign Jake DeBrusk to two-year, $7.35 million deal

Blackhawks hire former Northeastern star Kendall Coyne Schofield as player development coach

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Boston College women’s basketball team opens season with rout of New Hampshire

After week off, Boston College football has a new level of buy-in

Northeastern postpones winter sports until Dec. 18 after athletes from five teams go into quarantine

UConn women’s basketball pauses start of season due to positive test

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There was so much more to Diego Maradona than his brilliance with a soccer ball

With Revolution in conference semifinals, Bruce Arena deserves a lot of credit

Three takeaways from the Revolution’s playoff win over Philadelphia

When it mattered the most, the Revolution finally beat Philadelphia, and now they’re on to the semifinals