NFL notebook: Vikings’ Zimmer, GM get vote of confidence
Two days before the organization’s first playoff game in two years, Minnesota Vikings owner Mark Wilf gave a vote of confidence to head coach Mike Zimmer and general manager Rick Spielman.
U.S. Soccer cancels training camp in Qatar after unrest
The men’s US national team has called off plans to go to Qatar for a winter training camp following unrest in the Middle East, U.S. Soccer said on Friday.
Reports: Nationals, 2B Castro agree to two-year deal
Free-agent second baseman Starlin Castro has agreed to a two-year, $12 million deal with the Washington Nationals, according to multiple reports Friday.
NHL selects four head coaches for 2020 All-Star Game
The NHL selected the head coaches for the Jan. 25 All-Star Game at St. Louis, with Todd Reirden of the Washington Capitals, Bruce Cassidy of the Boston Bruins, Craig Berube of the Blues and Gerard Gallant of the Vegas Golden Knights getting chosen.
Ex-Stars coach Montgomery enters alcohol rehab
Recently fired Dallas Stars coach Jim Montgomery announced Friday that he is entering an alcohol rehab program.
Ravens quarterback Jackson headlines All-Pro team
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, the leading candidate for NFL Most Valuable Player, was among 14 players to make their first Associated Press NFL All-Pro Team.
Bears hand S Jackson $58.4 million contract
Chicago Bears safety Eddie Jackson agreed to a four-year contract worth $58.4 million, making him the NFL’s highest-paid player in average annual value at the position.
Ohio State’s Young enters NFL draft
Ohio State edge rusher Chase Young became the third member of the school’s productive junior class to declare for the 2020 NFL Draft.
Brady, Brees headline wild card weekend clashes
Veteran quarterbacks Tom Brady, Drew Brees and Russell Wilson will headline the NFL’s wild card weekend, while young upstarts such as the Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen and Houston Texans’ Deshaun Watson look to make their mark in the post-season.
Schedule for the 2020 NFL playoffs
AFC-5-Buffalo Bills (10-6) at 4-Houston Texans (9-7), 2135 GMT (4:35 p.m. ET)
