The GIST: It’s the most wonderful time of the year. With just three weeks left in the regular season, it’s playoff-clinching time in the NFL.

The GIST: ICYMI, the Eagles benched their franchise quarterback (QB) Carson Wentz mid-game last week. After days of non-answers, head coach Doug Pederson finally announced that Jalen Hurts will start on Sunday. And you thought season four of The Crown was dramatic.

The GIST: The Giants are trying to hold onto their playoff slot, and the Jets just want to win one game. Send a virtual hug to Jets fans today.

The GIST: There’s lots of young Illinois talent to cheer for in the NCAA this weekend, with a Northwestern vs. Illinois football matchup and two top-25-ranked basketball teams on the schedule.

The GIST: Stop us if you’ve heard this one before, but more college football and basketball games have been canceled due to COVID-19...and it’s having a major impact on the playoff picture.

The GIST: Thursday Night Football? We’re here for it. The surging Patriots hope to wrap up their stint in LA with another win and keep their slim playoff chances alive.

The GIST: From college football rivalry games to the Washington Football Team’s (WFT) strong playoff push, the enthusiasm around the DMV is real. Dig in!

The GIST: It’s a big week for LA football. Let’s dive in (before we become too hopeful at the slightest possibility of Pau Gasol returning to the Lakers.)

The GIST: The Revolution might have lost yesterday, but with the Patriots grabbing a commanding win and clawing back to a .500 record, we’re all smiles in Beantown.

The GIST: The Jets lost and the Giants won. But somehow...we’re still surprised? Let’s dive in.

The GIST: The Washington Football Team (WFT) is back in action tonight against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Here we go.

The GIST: The Rams and Chargers are heading in completely opposite directions: one team grabbing a key division victory and the other taking an embarrassing loss.