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Denver's QBs Sit Out Sunday's Game Because Of COVID-19 Exposure

NFL games have been postponed and rescheduled because of the pandemic, but the league has kept moving forward. But with cases surging nationwide, the NFL is facing its biggest challenge yet.

Denver's QBs Sit Out Sunday's Game Because Of COVID-19 Exposure

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NCAA College Basketball Begins New Season Amid Pandemic Concerns

The season begins eight months after it abruptly shut down because of the coronavirus. The premiere event — March Madness — was canceled, and it's hoped that won't be repeated for a second year.

NCAA College Basketball Begins New Season Amid Pandemic Concerns

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While Pro And College Athletes Fight Through A Pandemic, Kids Have A Tougher Path

Antonio Jimenez (L) and his father Antonio Garcia at their home in Portland, Ore. Jimenez, a 16-year-old high school junior, has been trying to develop his basketball skills during the pandemic by training in small groups with other players and shooting several hundred jump shots daily at home. Tom Goldman/NPR hide caption

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While Pro And College Athletes Fight Through A Pandemic, Kids Have A Tougher Path

The coronavirus pandemic has eliminated or cut short many sports opportunities for youth athletes. Parents are still looking for ways to help their kids but it's not easy.

While Pro And College Athletes Fight Through A Pandemic, Kids Have A Tougher Path

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The Dodgers' Justin Turner Celebrates With Teammates After Testing Positive For Virus

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won the World Series. Afterward, a Dodger player who was removed from the game after testing positive for the coronavirus celebrated the victory with teammates.

The Dodgers' Justin Turner Celebrates With Teammates After Testing Positive For Virus

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Saturday Sports: Big 10 Football Takes The Field During The Pandemic

The World Series is underway and so is major league soccer. And The Big 10 becomes the latest major college football league to resume play during the pandemic.

Saturday Sports: Big 10 Football Takes The Field During The Pandemic

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Game On! The World Series Begins Between The L.A. Dodgers And Tampa Bay Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays practice at Globe Life Field with the roof open as the team prepares for Tuesday's World Series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers, in Arlington, Texas. First pitch for Game 1 is at 8:09 p.m. ET. Eric Gay/AP hide caption

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Game On! The World Series Begins Between The L.A. Dodgers And Tampa Bay Rays

It's been a short and strange baseball season due to the coronavirus. Most of the playoffs were played at neutral sites to limit travel. Now, it's down to the Los Angeles Dodgers and Tampa Bay Rays.

Game On! The World Series Begins Between The L.A. Dodgers And Tampa Bay Rays

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College Football Teams Play Defense Against COVID-19 Outbreaks

University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban tested positive for the coronavirus. Another Southeastern Conference school, the University of Florida, pauses its season because of an outbreak.

College Football Teams Play Defense Against COVID-19 Outbreaks

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What To Expect From Major League Baseball Playoffs

Four teams are left in the Major League Baseball playoffs. The Atlanta Braves lead the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-0, and the Tampa Bay Rays could sweep the Houston Astros.

What To Expect From Major League Baseball Playoffs

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Sports Events' TV Ratings Are Down. Where Are The Fans Who Missed Them In Pandemic?

TV ratings are down for major sports events: a record low for Game 1 of the NBA Finals and a 13-year low for the Stanley Cup Finals. Even recent NFL numbers seem to be down or mixed.

Sports Events' TV Ratings Are Down. Where Are The Fans Who Missed Them In Pandemic?

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NFL Confirms More Coronavirus Cases Among Players

More NFL players have tested positive for the coronavirus, including two others on the Tennessee Titans. A New England Patriots player has also tested positive after Monday's game against Kansas City.

NFL Confirms More Coronavirus Cases Among Players

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Tennessee Titans Players And Staff Test Positive For The Coronavirus

The NFL had a smooth start to its season with no coronavirus cases in the first three weeks. But the Tennessee Titans have halted that streak — three players and five team staff tested positive.

Tennessee Titans Players And Staff Test Positive For The Coronavirus

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Baseball Made It, So Far, Through A Pandemic. Football Hopes To Follow

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Baseball Made It, So Far, Through A Pandemic. Football Hopes To Follow

After a rocky start to the Major League Baseball season, it's on to the playoffs. MLB has gone almost a month without a player testing positive for the coronavirus. The NFL hopes to replicate that.

Baseball Made It, So Far, Through A Pandemic. Football Hopes To Follow

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As Games Proceed, MLB And NFL Hope To Keep COVID-19 Cases At Zero

Baseball's regular season ended Sunday, as the sport has had to navigate the coronavirus without being in a protective bubble like other leagues. The NFL is hoping to repeat baseball's success.

As Games Proceed, MLB And NFL Hope To Keep COVID-19 Cases At Zero

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