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• Fascinating video shows why speed is so important for making putts

In this edition of Play Smart, we look at a video that shows how much speed can affect the line on your putts. The post Fascinating video shows why speed is so important for making putts appeared first on Golf....2025
• What you can learn from this former PGA Tour player's setup

What does Colt Knost of GOLF's Subpar carry in his golf bag? He shared with us in a special edition of Play Smart. The post What you can learn from this former PGA Tour player’s setup appeared first on Golf....2025
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• Why proper ball position is so important in the golf swing

In today's edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch Christy Longfield explains the importance of consistent ball position. The post Why proper ball position is so important in the golf swing appeared first on Golf....2025
• This major winner's swing thought can cure your early extension

In today's edition of Play Smart, we take a look at a key move in Justin Rose's swing that can cure your early extension. The post This major winner’s swing thought can cure your early extension appeared first on Golf....2025
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• 1 simple trick for perfect ball position with every club

In today's edition of Play Smart, Top 100 Teacher Debbie Doniger explains how to get the correct ball position with every club. The post 1 simple trick for perfect ball position with every club appeared first on Golf....2025
• Justin Thomas' favorite ball-striking drill for flushing your irons

In this edition of Play Smart, we take a look at Justin Thomas' favorite ball-striking drill and how it can help you hit better iron shots. The post Justin Thomas’ favorite ball-striking drill for flushing your irons appeared first on Golf....2025
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• Eliminate penalty strokes for good with this clever strategy

In this edition of Play Smart, instructor Stef Shaw shares a clever strategy that will help you eliminate penalty strokes with your driver. The post Eliminate penalty strokes for good with this clever strategy appeared first on Golf....2025
• Winning Tennis Matches: Build Your Tool Bag for Success
Winning tennis matches isn’t just about forehands and serves—it’s about being prepared for anything that gets thrown at you on the court. The best players are armed with tools they’ve gathered over time—tools for their body, their mind, their performance routines, and their resilience. At Tennis Fitness, we call this your “Performance Tool Bag.” The goal? ...2025
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• Become a better lag putter with this soccer strategy. Here's how

In this edition of Play Smart, instructor Kelan McDonagh explains how adopting a penalty kick strategy can make you a better lag putter. The post Become a better lag putter with this soccer strategy. Here’s how appeared first on Golf....2025
• Vikings Links: Do You Still Believe?

Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images After last week, the believers are dwindling The playoffs start today! What is the best case scenario for the Vikings? No. 5 L.A. Chargers (-3) at No. 4 Houston I like the Chargers in this game. They play solid defense and run the ball. CJ Stroud has regressed this season and I am not sure he will snap out of it especially when he is missing Stefon Dig...2025
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• The Linc - Vic Fangio’s defense “has been nothing short of a revelation”

Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 12/2/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... NFL Week 13 Review: The Eagles are the Best of the Birds - Sumer SportsThe Eagles defense has been nothing short of a revelation this season. After spending last season around the bottom of most metrics, Vic Fangio has put together a unit that has a strong argument to ...2024
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• Eagles vs. Ravens: 19 winners, 2 losers, 4 IDKs

Photo by Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Highlight performances from Philadelphia’s Week 13 win. The Philadelphia Eagles 10-2 after beating the Baltimore Ravens! This was a high-quality victory; teams just don’t go into M&T Bank Stadium and win so decisively. The Eagles are clearly one of the NFL’s elite teams. Time to hand out some winners, losers, and IDKs. WINNERS V...2024
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• The Linc - “Reed Blankenship is quietly having a terrific season”

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 12/1/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... In Roob’s Eagles Observations: How Jalen Hurts is responding to a new role - NBCSP3. Maybe he’s gotten a little overshadowed by the two outstanding rookie defensive backs, but Reed Blankenship is quietly having a terrific season. He’s got a 49.3 defensive passer...2024
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• The Linc - “The 2024 Eagles look a lot like the 2023 Eagles”

Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 10/01/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... NFL Week 4 Under Review: The Lions Offense Is Cooking - The RingerThe 2024 Eagles look a lot like the 2023 Eagles. It’s becoming harder and harder to find Eagles fans who still have high hopes for this season. A playoff team? Maybe. But a Super Bowl contender? Th...2024
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• How the Chiefs can manage without DE Charles Omenihu in Super Bowl LVIII

Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The injured defensive end was one of Kansas City’s top pass rushers, so the team must plan for his absence. Heading into Super Bowl LVIII this Sunday at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, the Kansas City Chiefs will be without a significant contributor: defensive end Charles Omenihu tore his ACL during the first half of the team’s 17-10 ...2024
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• Bengals News (12/2): Ted Karras firing up teammates

Photo by Jeff Dean/Getty Images The Bengals center is trying to help win the team to a much needed win. Quick Hits: Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins Back Together With Goals In Mind; Taylor-Britt Still Limited As Higgins Goes FullBengaldom has been turned upside down in that 28-day stretch since with a three-game losing streak and the season-ending injury to Pro Bowl quarterback Joe Burrow. Chas...2023
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• Why Patrick Beverley Matters to the Houston Rockets
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• NFL Week 10 Picks: Bears Divided, Cardinals United
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"In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kevin Sprecher explains the two ways you can compress the ball with your irons."

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"In today's edition of Play Smart, we hear from Phil Mickelson on how to stop blading your chip shots for good."

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"In today's edition of Play Smart, we look at some of legendary teacher Harvey Penick's best swing tips and advice."

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"Dear Jakub Voracek"

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"Colorado Avalanche hold off St. Louis Blues 4-3"

2020
"2019-20 Player Review : Andrew Peeke is well on his way to becoming a peak defender"

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"Mike Tomlin: From on the hot seat to potential Coach of the Year"

2018
"Transcript: Players Media Availability 1/24"

2017
"Is Jonathan Toews' Slump a Long-Term Concern for Chicago Blackhawks?"

2016
"Inside the Glamor-Free Life of an NBA Draft Long Shot"

2015
"He leans up against a white countertop, just in front of a dry-erase board with the words Play Hard, Play Smart, Play Together scribbled in black marker in Doc’s handwriting."

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"How the Detroit Lions Built One of the NFL's Most Feared Defenses"

• Winning Tennis Matches: Build Your Tool Bag for Success
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• Vikings Links: Do You Still Believe?
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• Rams stock up, stock down: Sean McVay played big role in win

Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images The Los Angeles Rams got an exciting 44-42 win over the Buffalo Bills in Week 14 in arguably what was the game of the year. Matthew Stafford and Sean McVay had one of their best games of the season while wide receiver Puka Nacua also had a big day. Here is this week’s stock up, stock down. Stock Up: Sean McVay’s Game Management Sean McVay can take a l...2024
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• Eagles vs. Ravens: 19 winners, 2 losers, 4 IDKs
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• The Linc - “Reed Blankenship is quietly having a terrific season”
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• The Linc - “The 2024 Eagles look a lot like the 2023 Eagles”
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• Film Preview: Will the Miami Dolphins Dispatch an Unpredictable Commanders Squad?

Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images This will be the Dolphins’ final road game until December 31st. Going home 9-3 would be big for their eventual postseason run. The Miami Dolphins are sitting at 8-3, two and a half games ahead of the Buffalo Bills in the AFC East. They face an inconsistent Washington Commanders team on the road in potentially rainy conditions this Sunday afternoon befo...2023
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• Can Cobie Durant play the “star” position in the Rams defense?
Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images The Rams want him to play a huge role on defense, but is Cobie Durant ready for it? One of the bigger pieces of news coming out of Los Angeles Rams training camp so far is that Cobie Durant will be playing the “star” role left by Jalen Ramsey in the Rams defense. If you’ve been following the Rams defensive scheme over the past few years...2023
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• Elite Eight teams, ranked by their chances to win 2023 men’s March Madness
Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images Let’s rank the Elite Eight by their title chances in the men’s NCAA tournament. Only eight teams are still standing in the 2023 men’s NCAA tournament, and at this point, it truly feels like any of them can win the whole thing with every No. 1 seed already eliminated. After a thrilling round of games in the Sweet 16, we are left with four tremendous matchups f...2023
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• Dear Jakub Voracek
Photo by Ben Jackson/NHLI via Getty Images An open letter to my favorite player Hey, Jake. I would say I hope this letter finds you in good health, but unfortunately, we both know that’s not the case. Concussions suck. They were my greatest fear playing hockey growing up, and they continue to be my biggest fear as I play beer league. I’m lucky enough to have escaped them through my career,...2022
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• 3 things every good golf swing has in common, according to data

In today's edition of Play Smart, we look at three key data points for solid ball-striking, according to findings from Sportbox AI. The post 3 things every good golf swing has in common, according to data appeared first on Golf....2025
• Lydia Ko leads Charley Hull, other LPGA stars at HSBC Women’s World Championship

Photo by Jason Butler/Getty Images The leaderboard at the HSBC Women’s World Championship is full of LPGA stars as Lydia Ko leads the way. The HSBC Women’s World Championship at the Tanjong Course in Sentosa, Singapore, is shaping up to be the most thrilling tournament of the 2025 LPGA season thus far. Defending AIG Women’s Open champion Lydia Ko is at 10-under par, leading Charley Hull by...2025
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• Rory McIlroy's new mindset leans on something simple you can learn from

In this edition of Play Smart, we take a look at how Rory McIlroy's new mindset can help you shot lower scores, too. The post Rory McIlroy’s new mindset leans on something simple you can learn from appeared first on Golf....2025
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• Lee Trevino’s secret to lower scores — without making swing changes

In today's edition of Play Smart, Lee Trevino explains an easy way to improve — and it doesn't require swing changes. The post Lee Trevino’s secret to lower scores — without making swing changes appeared first on Golf....2025
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• Inspired by Legend, Andreeva Rolls in AO Opener
Seventeen-year-old Mirra Andreeva is making a Top 10 push inspired by a former World No. 1's game. By Richard Pagliaro | @TennisNow | Sunday, January 12, 2025 Photo credit: Jean Catuffe/Getty Shrewd court sense makes teenager Mirra Andreeva a major threat. These days, Andreeva aims to continue her forward march looking back to an all-court artist. Pegula: Swiatek Case Evokes Faith an...2025
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• Vikings Links: Do You Still Believe?
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• Rams stock up, stock down: Sean McVay played big role in win
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• The Linc - Vic Fangio’s defense “has been nothing short of a revelation”
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• Eagles vs. Ravens: 19 winners, 2 losers, 4 IDKs
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• Winning Tennis Matches: Build Your Tool Bag for Success
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• Vikings Links: Do You Still Believe?
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• Rams stock up, stock down: Sean McVay played big role in win
2024

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• The Linc - Vic Fangio’s defense “has been nothing short of a revelation”
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• Can Cobie Durant play the “star” position in the Rams defense?
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• Elite Eight teams, ranked by their chances to win 2023 men’s March Madness
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• Dear Jakub Voracek
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• Colorado Avalanche hold off St. Louis Blues 4-3
Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images When a moral victory and two points collide The hits just keep coming for the Colorado Avalanche as they learned Mikko Rantanen was out for this game after leaving morning skate early with a minor lower body injury. The Avalanche inserted the only extra player they brought on the trip in Jacob MacDonald at forward and yet the team finally looked like a...2021
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• Transcript: Players Media Availability 1/24

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• Patriots Quotes 2/1
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• Chris Paul at a Crossroads
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• Cutler at Crossroads, Again, with New Bears Staff: Can He Choose the Right Path?
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• The best swing tips and advice from legendary teacher Harvey Penick

In today's edition of Play Smart, we look at some of legendary teacher Harvey Penick's best swing tips and advice. The post The best swing tips and advice from legendary teacher Harvey Penick appeared first on Golf....2023
• Elite Eight teams, ranked by their chances to win 2023 men’s March Madness
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• Monday Morning Hangover: Sorting out the NFL's 7 Best Super Bowl Contenders
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• Lee Trevino says this is the secret to hitting the ball solidly

In today's edition of Play Smart, we celebrate Lee Trevino's birthday by looking back at one of his most popular ball-striking tips. The post Lee Trevino says this is the secret to hitting the ball solidly appeared first on Golf....2023
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• Rickie Fowler details the swing adjustments that have led to his resurgence

In today's Play Smart lesson, Rickie Fowler explains the swing adjustments he's made this year that have helped spearhead his resurgence. The post Rickie Fowler details the swing adjustments that have led to his resurgence appeared first on Golf....2023
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• Mike Tomlin: From on the hot seat to potential Coach of the Year
Mike Tomlin and his Pittsburgh Steelers started the season out 0-3. They lost future Hall of Fame quarterback Ben Roethlisberger to a season-ending elbow injury in Week 2. The demise of this “once-vaunted” organization was upon us. Or so we thought. Pittsburgh has won eight of 10 since those dark days in September. The one common denominator being head coach Mike Tomlin. Off the top: Tomlin found ...2019
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• Patriots Quotes 2/1
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• Fantasy Football Week 5: Tips, Trade Value Rankings for Top 100 Players
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• Monday Morning Hangover: Sorting out the NFL's 7 Best Super Bowl Contenders
2015

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• Fantasy Football Week 14 Rankings: Latest Position-by-Position Rundown
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• Fantasy Football Week 14 Rankings: Latest Position-by-Position Rundown
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• Nick Young: Right Message, Wrong Guy to Fix Los Angeles Lakers
2014

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• Winning Tennis Matches: Build Your Tool Bag for Success
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• How Rory McIlroy's clever range prep helped him win the Players

In today's edition of Play Smart, we look at the clever method Rory McIlroy used to prepare for the Players Championship playoff. The post How Rory McIlroy’s clever range prep helped him win the Players appeared first on Golf....2025
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• Inspired by Stylists, 17-year-old Andreeva Stretches Streak
Mirra Andreeva rides an eight-match winning streak into an Indian Wells showdown vs. Elena Rybakina. By Richard Pagliaro | @TennisNow | Monday, March 10, 2025 Photo credits: Mateo Vilalba/Getty Seventeen-year-old break-out star Mirra Andreeva has been an early-season revelation. Dubai champion Andreeva isn't surprised by her success—she's too busy sustaining it. A streaking An...2025
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• Lydia Ko leads Charley Hull, other LPGA stars at HSBC Women’s World Championship
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• Perfect weight shift (and add swing speed) at home with this nifty training aid

In today's edition of Play Smart, we look at how you can use the BAL.On Smart Kit to practice your weight shift at home. The post Perfect weight shift (and add swing speed) at home with this nifty training aid appeared first on Golf....2025
• This ground-breaking, high-tech training aid blew my mind

In today's edition of Play Smart, we see how innovative training aid BAL.ON can teach you to shift your weight properly during the swing. The post This ground-breaking, high-tech training aid blew my mind appeared first on Golf....2025
• Rory McIlroy always keeps this training aid with him. Here's why

In this edition of Play Smart, we explain the tiny new training aid Rory McIlroy has been spotted using lately. The post Rory McIlroy always keeps this training aid with him. Here’s why appeared first on Golf....2025
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• Inspired by Legend, Andreeva Rolls in AO Opener
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• Vikings Links: Do You Still Believe?
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• This Tour winner uses an unorthodox method for adding swing speed

In this edition of Play Smart, we look at how PGA Tour winner Maverick McNealy uses cross-sport training to add swing speed. The post This Tour winner uses an unorthodox method for adding swing speed appeared first on Golf....2025
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• Vikings Links: Do You Still Believe?
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• The Linc - Vic Fangio’s defense “has been nothing short of a revelation”
2024

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• Dear Jakub Voracek
2022

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• Patriots Quotes 2/1
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• NBA Mock Draft 2015: 1st-Round Predictions and Safest Prospects in Class
2015

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• Chris Paul at a Crossroads
2015

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• NFL Week 10 Picks: Bears Divided, Cardinals United
2014

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