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New York Jets running back Ty Johnson (25) runs against the Las Vegas Raiders during an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J., Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020. The New York Jets running back has always considered himself an underdog, hungry for a shot. Johnson got one last week, rushing for a career-high 104 yards and a touchdown while providing an unexpected spark. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Jets RB Ty Johnson went from sending emails to scoring TDs

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. - Associated Press

Former Army star Gary Steele invited, can’t attend big game

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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Demarcus Robinson (11) runs after a catch as Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons (31) defends in the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

NFL stages Careers in Football Forum for HBCU students

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FILE - Alabama offensive lineman Landon Dickerson (69) is shown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern Miss in Tuscaloosa, Ala., in this Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, file photo. Landon Dickerson plays multiple roles for Alabama. While he is an anchor on the Crimson Tide’s powerful offensive line, he also is a somewhat of an entertainer. His animated antics are a hit with teammates and fans. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File)

Dickerson at center of No. 1 Alabama’s O-line _ and the fun

By JOHN ZENOR - Associated Press

Oklahoma quarterback Spencer Rattler (7) throws a pass during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against Baylor on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

Scoreboard is lit whenever No. 13 Oklahoma plays at WVU

By JOHN RABY - Associated Press

Boston College head coach Jeff Hafley reacts to a call during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Notre Dame, Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) **FILE**

BC opts out of bowl game to spend Christmas at home

By JIMMY GOLEN - Associated Press

In this photo provided by Creighton Athletics, Creighton guard Rachael Saunders plays during a women's NCAA college basketball game against Drake in Omaha, Nebraska, on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020. Official Tom Danaher is at rear. The DePaul and Creighton women's basketball teams are among a few squads that have taken it a step further with their players wearing masks while on the court playing. (Catherine Grosdidier/Creighton Athletics via AP)

The Latest: Washington-Oregon football game canceled

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Boston College head coach Jeff Hafley reacts to a call during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Notre Dame, Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) **FILE**

Boston College opts out of bowl game to spend Christmas at home

By Jimmy Golen - Associated Press

Alabama tight end Jahleel Billingsley (19) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against LSU in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton)

SEC on ABC: ESPN to be exclusive TV home, starting 2024

By RALPH D. RUSSO - Associated Press

Oklahoma State quarterback Spencer Sanders (3) is hit and flipped in the air by TCU cornerback Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson (1) as Oklahoma State wide receiver Dillon Stoner (17) TCU defensive end Ochaun Mathis (32) look on during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Fort Worth, Texas. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)

Oklahoma State goes into Baylor makeup out of B12 contention

By STEPHEN HAWKINS - Associated Press

Navy head coach Ken Niumatalolo watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Tulsa, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Annapolis, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) **FILE **

Army hosts Navy for 1st time in 77 years due to COVID-19

By John Kekis - Associated Press

California's Kuony Deng (8) and Muelu Iosefa (55) force a fumble after tackling Oregon quarterback Tyler Shough (12) in the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game in Berkeley, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group via AP)

Washington State seeks to avoid meltdown versus Cal

By NICHOLAS K. GERANIOS - Associated Press

In this Oct. 3, 2020, photo provided by Army Athletics, Army senior linebacker Jon Rhattigan (47) is shown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Abilene Christian in West Point, N.Y. This season is his first year starting and he leads the Black Knights in tackles and is one of 18 semifinalists nationally for the Bednarik Award, given to the outstanding defensive player of the year in the nation. (Dustin Satloff/Army Athletics via AP)

Army LB Jon Rhattigan a late bloomer for Black Knights

By JOHN KEKIS - Associated Press

Northwestern State will host Football Prep Classic

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Vanderbilt University chancellor Daniel Diermeier looks up at the stands before an NCAA college football game against LSU at Vanderbilt Stadium in Nashville, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020. Vanderbilt is looking for a new football coach, and the new chancellor and athletic director want to make clear that man will have a say in how the university improves their facilities. (George Walker IV/The Tennessean via AP)

New chancellor: Vanderbilt will spend to compete in SEC

By TERESA M. WALKER - Associated Press

Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers wears a mask after an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won 30-16. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)

The Latest: SEC championship game to have crowd of 16,500

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New Orleans Saints strong safety Malcolm Jenkins (27) tries to tackle Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley (21) in the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020. (AP Photo/Brett Duke)

Jenkins among surging Saints’ leaders as he returns ‘home’

By BRETT MARTEL - Associated Press

LSU head coach Ed Orgeron leads his team on the field before an NCAA college football game against Alabama in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton)

LSU self-imposes bowl ban for current season amid NCAA probe

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FILE - In this Feb. 11, 2020, file photo, NCAA President Mark Emmert testifies during a Senate Commerce subcommittee hearing on intercollegiate athlete compensation on Capitol Hill in Washington. NCAA President Mark Emmert hopes lessons learned through navigating the pandemic will lead college sports leaders to be more open-minded to future reforms and to prioritize opportunities for athletes when it comes time to cut costs. In a 25-minute phone interview Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020 with The Associated Press, Emmert said the NCAA and its members schools have shown an uncommon ability to be nimble and responsive in addressing issues of eligibility, scheduling, recruiting, transfers, and conducting championship events.. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File)

AP Interview: Emmert says NCAA must stay open to reform

By RALPH D. RUSSO - Associated Press

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh stands on the sideline during the first quarter of the team's NCAA college football game against Wisconsin in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020. (AP Photo/Tony Ding) **FILE**

Michigan’s COVID-19 outbreak cancels game against Ohio State

By Mitch Stacy and Larry Lage - Associated Press