Justin Fields throws six touchdown passes, and the Buckeyes win a semifinal rematch in impressive fashion, 49-28.
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Bruins notebook: Carlo now an elder statesman on defense
After the departures of Zdeno Chara and Torey Krug, 24-year-old Brandon Carlo will be thrust into a leadership role.
Patriots notebook: Edelman won’t return for finale
Though he has one year remaining on his contract, Julian Edelman’s future with the Patriots appears uncertain.
Sports Digest: Lightning star Kucherov needs hip surgery
Nikita Kucherov is expected to miss the entire regular season, but might be able to return for the playoffs.
College basketball roundup: Maine women close 2020 with 5-0 record
Blanca Millan scores 22 points to lead the Black Bears to a comeback win over Hartford, 52-49.
NFL notebook: Owners delay decision on adding 17th game
The league will wait until early 2021 to officially extend its schedule.
Sports Digest: Toboggan championships in Camden canceled
The U.S. national championships at Camden Snow Bowl won’t be held in 2021 because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Celtics encouraged by Tacko Fall’s improvement
Coach Brad Stevens says the 7-foot-5 center has ‘improved in every which way’ since he first joined the team last year.
Bills shut down Steelers, close in on playoffs
Buffalo opens a two-game lead in the AFC East with three games remaining after a 26-15 win over suddenly slumping Pittsburgh.
Report: Cleveland plans to drop Indians nickname
An official announcement could come this week that the team will change its nickname after the 2021 season.