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Clemson, Beware: Alabama's defense really is as good as advertised

If Clemson hopes to win the College Football Playoff, it will have to figure out Alabama's transcendent and ferocious defense.

by Lindsay Schnell

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After Fiesta Bowl flop, it’s clear change is coming for Ohio State

Clemson football's 31–0 rout of Ohio State in the Fiesta Bowl exposed an overmatched offensive line, a pedestrian passing game and out-of-synch play calling.

by Pete Thamel

The curious case of Sheldon Richardson; QB carousel set to spin

Plus, Le’Veon Bell’s obscene workload, Jermaine Gresham’s troubles, Jeremy Lane’s rise as a cheap-shot artist, bad TD celebrations and more.

by Gary Gramling

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D-line leads way as Clemson routs Ohio State, advances to title game

The Fiesta Bowl served as a clear reminder that Clemson's defensive line is as dominant as ever. The unit lifted the Tigers over the Buckeyes and into a national title game rematch with Alabama.

by Brian Hamilton

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Inside Lane Kiffin’s search for a new start, happiness (and a house) in Boca Raton

As Lane Kiffin begins his tenure at FAU, he unloads on the highs and lows of his time at Alabama, what bothers him about his tenure at USC and more.

by Pete Thamel

The MMQB with Peter King

Black Monday is near: What's next for these coaches?

Here’s a primer on what to watch for as Week 17 concludes, including a separation in San Diego, postseason or bust in Detroit and a potential coaching trade.

by Albert Breer

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No, Tony Romo isn’t the answer in Denver

Rather than a questionable short-term fix at quarterback, Denver’s brain trust must address the real problems that undermined its title defense.

by Robert Klemko

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Cleveland finally gets a win to grow on

Inside an emotional scene in Cleveland, where Hue Jackson’s team closed the book on a dismal 2016 with a victory for its veteran leaders. Plus, reader mail.

by Peter King

Our favorite stories from 2016

From football's intersection with the immigration debate to the fall of Johnny Football and Sam Wyche's new heart, here are some of our most popular features from this year.

by The MMQB Staff

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Weekend Hot Clicks: Linda Posada; Rousey gets knocked out

Ronda Rousey's comeback was ended in furious fashion, with Amanda Nunes knocking her out in only 48 seconds.

by Andrew Doughty

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Friday's Hot Clicks: Kemba Walker celebrates too soon

Plus, the lovely Kate Upton.

by Andy Gray

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SI's 2016 Signs of the Apocalypse

Planet Futbol

Witchcraft banned from African soccer matches

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This is indisputably the best crossover of 2016

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College Football

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Alabama smothers Washington behind defense, Scarbrough in Peach Bowl

Behind its ferocious defense and running back Bo Scarbrough, Alabama knocked off Washington 24–7 to advance to the national title game.

by Lindsay Schnell

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Clemson, Deshaun Watson rout Ohio State to earn shot at redemption in title game

After coming tantalizingly close to a national championship last year, Clemson football and quarterback Deshaun Watson will get a second chance after a 31–0 win over Ohio State in the Fiesta Bowl.

by Brian Hamilton

College Football

Four games tell story of Alabama QB Jalen Hurts's growth

by Andy Staples

College Football

Clemson DL Lawrence has no idea how good he can be

by Andy Staples

College Football

Bear Bryant, the Gipper and controversy: The crazed world of college football in 1966

by Richard Rothschild

Let Kristaps Fly: New Year’s resolutions for the East

Will the Knicks let Kristaps be Kristaps in 2017? Here are New Year's resolutions for every team in the Eastern Conference.

by Rohan Nadkarni

Reggie Jackson must bounce back and save Pistons

The Pistons have struggled since Reggie Jackson returned from injury, and he must find a way to play efficiently and uplift his team.

by Rob Mahoney

NBA Power Rankings: Blazers continue to unravel

One of the NBA's most entertaining teams has turned into an unmitigated disaster this season. How far do they fall in this week's NBA Power Rankings?

by Jeremy Woo

The Crossover's 10 best NBA stories of 2016

From LeBron James to Sam Hinkie to Craig Sager, Sports Illustrated looks back at its 10 best stories of 2016, plus a few honorable mentions.

by The SI Staff

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NHL

The Kid From Kladno

Who was Jaromir Jagr before he passed Mark Messier for second on the all-time points list? From Oct. 12, 1992.

by E. M. Swift

The Future is Now

It's no surprise LeBron, at the tender age of 20, is being measured against the greatest players ever. From February 21, 2005.

by Charles P. Pierce

Boxing

The Best Of Friends

Photographer Howard Bingham traveled the globe, meeting princes and presidents, thanks to his famous buddy. From July 13, 1998.

by Frank Deford

Pluck of the Irish

Notre Dame took the top spot in the national rankings by outlasting No. 1 Miami in a 'Catholics vs. Convicts' clash. From October 24, 1988.

by Rick Telander

Sportsperson of the Year

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One-on-one with LeBron James

In an exclusive interview with SI, LeBron James sits down to discuss what 2016 means to him.

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Crowning The King: LeBron is the Sportsperson of the Year

LeBron James delivered a title to his hometown Cavaliers with one of the greatest comebacks in sports history.

by Lee Jenkins

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Sheppard sisters accept the SportsKids of the Year award

Rising track stars Tai, Rainn and Brooke Sheppard are excelling in sports despite being homeless.

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Meet 2016's Rising Stars

From college hoops to the NFL, these are the players who started to make a name for themselves in 2016.

Podcasts

NBA Open Floor: Otto Porter's max contract potential; mail

by Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver

Tech & Media

Media: J.A. Adande on reporting for ESPN, teaching at Northwestern

by Richard Deitsch

College Football: Are we anointing Alabama too soon?

by Andy Staples and Lindsay Schnell

College Basketball

Larry Brown discusses career in coaching, retirement

by Seth Davis

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