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Northwestern safety Robert Fitzgerald (6) tackles Michigan running back Bryson Kuzdzal in the fourth quarter Nov. 15, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Northwestern safety Robert Fitzgerald, shaped by dad’s memory, worked his way from scout team to All-Big Ten

December 25, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Northwestern safety Robert Fitzgerald, who had a breakout season, will lead the Wildcats in the GameAbove Sports Bowl against Central Michigan.

Notre Dame coach Micah Shrewsberry looks on against Missouri on Dec. 2, 2025, in South Bend, Ind. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Chicago basketball report: WNBA players authorize a strike — and ‘Ain’t no Christmas’ for Notre Dame men

December 23, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Notre Dame men's basketball coach Micah Shrewsberry had some strong words after an embarrassing loss over the weekend.

Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love runs for a 12-yard touchdown in the first quarter against USC on Oct. 18, 2025, in South Bend, Ind. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Notre Dame — with 96-game rivalry series vs. USC now on pause — announces home-and-home with BYU

December 22, 2025 at 12:40 p.m.

Notre Dame and USC have played 96 times, but a series with BYU is now on tap for the Irish next season instead.

Chicago Bulls forward Jalen Smith, left, blocks the shot of Charlotte Hornets guard KJ Simpson, right, in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Chicago basketball report: Angel Reese on ‘young and turnt’ Team USA — and Bulls’ numbers tell a bleak story

December 16, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Team USA is taking on a new look with young stars such as Angel Reese joining the senior team, while the Chicago Bulls face a crucial home-and-away series this weekend.

Illinois football coach Mike White is carried on players' shoulders after a 16-6 victory over Michigan on Oct. 29, 1983, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign. (University of Illinois athletics)

Mike White, who coached Illinois’ 1983 football team to the Rose Bowl, dies at 89

December 15, 2025 at 1:07 p.m.

Former Illinois football coach Mike White, who died Sunday, went 47-41-3 at Illinois from 1980-87 and led the Illini to three bowl games.

Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua talks during media day before the College Football Playoff national championship game against Ohio State on Jan. 18, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Eddie Pells)

Notre Dame’s AD on the CFP’s ‘musical chairs,’ a ‘strained’ relationship with the ACC and opting out of bowls

December 9, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.

Athletic director Pete Bevacqua addressed Notre Dame's omission from the College Football Playoff and his issues with the ACC's "social media campaign."

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza celebrates after defeating Ohio State 13-10 in the Big Ten championship game Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

QB Fernando Mendoza is the 2025 baiduhai Silver Football winner — Indiana’s 1st winner in 24 years

December 9, 2025 at 12:33 p.m.

Silver Football winner Fernando Mendoza has been one of the key forces in helping Indiana revive its football program under second-year coach Curt Cignetti.

Chicago Bulls forward Dalen Terry reaches for the ball as it goes out of bounds in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at the United Center on Dec. 5, 2025, in Chicago. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago basketball report: Bulls offense is at a standstill — and this Notre Dame guard is averaging 25.9 ppg

December 9, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bulls are in a record-setting skid, but the Illinois women's and men's teams are having a youth movement as Big Ten Conference play begins.

Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer runs the ball against Washington safety Alex McLaughlin on Oct. 25, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Illinois and Northwestern are headed to bowl games: Here’s what to know

December 7, 2025 at 7:03 p.m.

Illinois will play Tennessee in Nashville and Northwestern will play Central Michigan in Detroit in bowl games this month.

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman celebrates a touchdown against USC on Oct. 18, 2025, in South Bend, Ind. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Notre Dame opts out of bowl games after being bounced from the College Football Playoff field

December 7, 2025 at 4:16 p.m.

Notre Dame received a shock from the CFP committee. Miami climbed two spots to No. 10 — and that pushed the Irish to No. 11 and out of the 12-team...

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