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01/05/2024

Chelsea star Cole Palmer brutally warned to ‘watch himself’ over what he did in clash with Luton | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

The Chelsea star impressed against the Hatters as he netted a brace in the 3-2 win at Ke

COLE PALMER has been brutally warned about his defensive contribution following his performance against Luton.

The Chelsea star impressed against the Hatters as he netted a brace in the 3-2 win at Kenilworth Road.

Cole Palmer netted a brace against Luton Town[/caption]

Garth Crooks has urged him not to forget about the defensive side of the game[/caption]

Palmer, 21, has been a bright spark for the Blues this season which has seen them struggle to get into the top half of the Premier League.

The attacking midfielder has scored eight goals and bagged four assists in his 16 league appearances.

However, at the end of the match against Luton, Palmer’s team-mate Thiago Silva appeared to be annoyed that they almost threw away the win.

Former Tottenham and Manchester United ace Garth Crooks has suggested that if Palmer does not start helping at the back then his team-mates could turn on him.

He wrote in his BBC column: “Chelsea recovered from a poor performance against Wolves with a win over Crystal Palace and then went to Kenilworth Road a few days later to beat a stubborn Luton Town side.

“That said, Chelsea made very hard work of this victory having been 3-0 up against the Hatters before conceding two goals late in the game with some amateur defending.

“The disapproving shaking of the head by Thiago Silva at the end of the match said it all.

“The only bright spark for the visitors was Palmer, whose two goals were taken quite brilliantly.

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“But the English midfielder needs to watch himself.

“Ducking out of headers on defensive set plays doesn’t endear yourself to your team-mates, neither does suddenly losing touch with the game having scored two goals when really he should have been searching for his hat-trick.”

Palmer’s performances this season have even seen him receive an England call-up from Gareth Southgate.

The former Manchester City prospect made his debut for the Three Lions in the 2-0 win over Malta.

Manager Mauricio Pochettino has also backed Palmer for his performances and compared him to World Cup winner Angel Di Maria.

He told TNT Sports: “In the position that he [Palmer] plays, and because he’s a left-footer and because he has some similarities and the quality, he’s a potential Angel Di Maria.

“Angel is a world champion [with Argentina], he was in Paris with us, and is an amazing player.

“He [Palmer] has the capacity and the potential to be close to him, with time. He’s still far away, but this type of player that can link, can be a playmaker, have the capacity to score, assist, it’s this type of player like Angel.

“Always you expect when you sign a player, you expect that they perform in the best way. But of course, he’s performing really well from Day one, he’s adapted very well to the club, to the teammates, to Chelsea life, and yes it’s amazing, because always you expect the player can perform well, but he’s doing excellent.”

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01/05/2024

Conor McGregor left ‘UPSET’ by UFC 300 snub after crunch talks with Dana White as Irishman’s next fight date is revealed | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

The former two-division champion’s long-awaited comeback fight against Michael Chandler was expected to headline the historic Apri

CONOR MCGREGOR tried everything in his power to headline UFC 300, it’s been claimed.

The former two-division champion’s long-awaited comeback fight against Michael Chandler was expected to headline the historic April 13 card after it was pushed back to 2024.

Conor McGregor is set to be welcomed back to the octagon by Michael Chandler

The Irishman won’t be headlining UFC 300 on April 13

The Notorious was reportedly left ‘upset’ after being told he won’t be on the card

The Irishman‘s bid to top the bill of the Sin City extravaganza, however, was knocked back by the UFC brass, who had plans for him to return in the summer.

But it’s been claimed The Notorious “pushed hard” to make his long-awaited return on MMA’s top promotion’s 300th pay-per-view offering.

Veteran journalist Ariel Helwani tweeted on New Year’s Eve: “[Conor] McGregor wanted to fight at 300.

“He pushed hard for it. He was ready, I’m told.

“But after meeting with the brass last week they settled on June 29.”

A few days later, Helwani then claimed McGregor was “upset” that a deal for him to appear at UFC 300 failed to come to fruition.

McGregor, 35, met with UFC president and CEO Dana White late last month after lambasting the promotion for slow-rolling his return.

And they seemingly settled on a June date for his return, which he announced on social media late last month.

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Holding a glass of red wine, said: “Ladies and gentlemen, a happy new year to you all.

“I’d like to announce the return date for myself, The Notorious Conor McGregor for the greatest comeback of all time will take place in Las Vegas for International Fight week on June the 29th.

“Come a little closer… and the opponent is Michael Chandler. And the weight, Mr Chandler 185 pounds.”

McGregor, 35, hasn’t set foot inside the octagon since breaking his left leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier over two-and-a-half years ago.

The Dubliner has been champing at the bit to get back in the cage after completing a painstaking rehab.

An emotional McGregor expressed his frustrations in October, saying: “I’ve been kept from my living for almost three years now.

“Understand that. I came through what I came through. I’m sitting on an injury and a loss.

“You hear what Alexander Volkanovski said? I relate. I must return to my way of living.

“This is my job. It’s beyond frustrating. … I just want the date. Give me the date, please. That’s it.”

Conor McGregor hasnt set foot inside the octagon since breaking his leg over two-and-a-half years ago[/caption]

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McGregor left ‘UPSET’ by UFC 300 snub after crunch talks with Dana White as Irishman’s next fight date is revealed | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/NwYVoS3

01/05/2024

Dallas Cowboys brutally cut four players from roster just days away from playoffs and make room for favorite to return | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

Dallas made the transactions as they get ready for Week 18 and the playoffs.

THE Dallas Cowboys have made four tough cuts to their roster and reunited with a former veteran starter.

Dallas made the transactions as they get ready for Week 18 and the playoffs.

The Dallas Cowboys have signed offensive lineman Lael Collins, who played for the franchise from 2015-2021[/caption]

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Collins played with the Cincinnati Bengals in 2022, but was released from the team in 2023 after tearing his ACL late last season[/caption]

The Cowboys also released four players including wide receiver Martavis Bryant[/caption]

On Thursday, the Cowboys officially signed offensive lineman La’el Collins to their practice squad.

Dallas also announced the practice squad signings of linebacker Damien Wilson, wide receiver Racey McMath, and running back SaRodorick Thompson.

As a result, the Cowboys released wide receivers Martavis Bryant and Tyron Billy-Johnson, offensive lineman Adam Pankey, and defensive tackle Willington Previlion from the practice squad.

Collins joined the Cowboys in 2015 as an undrafted free agent.

He started two full seasons in 2017 and 2018 before signing a five-year, $50 million contract extension in 2019.

However, Collins started in 10 of 12 games in 2021.

The Cowboys released him in March of 2022.

Collins would sign a three-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals on March 20, 2022.

Unfortunately, he suffered a season-ending ACL injury in Week 15.

The Bengals released Collins in September and will join the Cowboys who win the NFC East with a Week 18 victory over the Washington Commanders.

Dallas have injuries on their offensive line as left guard Tyler Smith has a plantar fascia tear which he suffered in Week 17.

Starting offensive linemen Tyron Smith and Zack Martin are also recovering from injuries.

As for the rest of the Cowboys released players, Bryant has been out of the NFL since being indefinitely suspended in 2018.

Billy-Johnson has signed with eight teams in his career and hasn’t appeared in 2023.

Pankey hasn’t played in an NFL game since 2021.

And Previlon has yet to make his NFL debut.

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01/05/2024

Darts hero Luke Littler reveals he’s outperforming Ten Hag on Football Manager as he gives Man Utd boss a transfer tip | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

The darts prodigy is a fan of Man United and has been offered a visi

LUKE LITTLER has revealed that he is outperforming Erik ten Hag as Manchester United manager… on Football Manager.

The darts prodigy is a fan of Man United and has been offered a visit to the club following his success at the PDC World Darts Championships.

Luke Littler has taken charge of Manchester United on Football Manager[/caption]

The darts star is doing better than actual manager Erik ten Hag[/caption]

Littler, 16, shocked the sporting world as he made it all the way to the final in his debut appearance at the competition.

The teenager suffered heartbreak in the final as now world No.1 Luke Humphries claimed the crown with a 7-4 win.

Following the match, Littler and Humphries have been doing the rounds on television as darts gripped the nation.

During an appearance on Sky Sports News, Littler was asked by presenter Emma Paton about his life outside of darts.

She revealed that he was a fan of Football Manager and is currently enjoying a simulation in charge of his beloved Red Devils.

Paton, a United fan herself, said that Littler had the club in second place in the Premier League, six spots better than the actual team.

However, his success in the game has not come from signing the world’s best players as he has kept the same team that is currently playing.

Littler was asked if he would do anything different to Erik ten Hag if he had the actual job.

Littler admitted that he would like United to sign Victor Osimhen[/caption]

He said: “To be fair, I didn’t even know how to buy players, so I just kept the same line up.”

Littler was then asked about who he would sign for United during the January transfer window.

He insisted that he would like to see the club go after Napoli star Victor Osimhen despite the arrival of Rasmus Hojlund.

Osimhen has become one of the best strikers in Europe in the last two years and would likely command a fee of over £120million.

He recently signed a new contract with Napoli that will run until 2026.

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01/05/2024

Darts legend Bobby George tells Luke Littler ‘no girlfriends!’ as he issues warning to 16-year-old live on TV | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

The 16-year-old is at the top of the darts pile despite losi

DARTS legend Bobby George has issued a warning to teen sensation Luke Littler: “No girlfriends!”

The 16-year-old is at the top of the darts pile despite losing last night’s world championship final to Luke Humphries.

Luke Littler has been warned to avoid girlfriends in his bid to become the best darts player in the world[/caption]

Litter, 16, is currently dating Eloise Milburn, 21

British darts icon Bobby George has urged Littler to keep a straight head

By his own admission, Littler was only hoping to win his first match before returning home for Christmas.

But an unbelievable run resulted in the teen going all the way to the final before suffering a heartbreaking 7-4 defeat.

Family members, like sister Caitlin, and friends watched on as Littler knocked out greats including Rob Cross and Raymond van Barneveld.

The youngster is now set to rake in £40million from brand deals, with Skoda reaching an agreement despite Littler not being old enough to drive yet.

And he looks set to embark on the next stage of his career alongside 21-year-old girlfriend Eloise Milburn.

The pair have been together for six weeks after meeting while playing Xbox games.

Eloise cheered Littler on throughout his various victories.

And she cheered him up with a wholesome message after last night’s defeat in the final.

Little appeared on Good Morning Britain this morning

Eloise was on hand to comfort Littler after his heartbreaking defeat in the WDC final[/caption]

The pair have been dating for around six weeks[/caption]

Littler appeared on Thursday’s episode of Good Morning Britain to talk through his brilliant debut, even lifting the lid on his amazing pre-final routine.

And afterwards, iconic British darts ace George came out to offer Littler some advice.

Although the teen was not present, George provided some words of wisdom after playing darts at the highest level for several decades.

The flamboyant fan favourite, who also made his name as a presenter, reckons Littler must quickly adapt to the fast-paced circuit of the PDC.

George urged the ace to look after any money he makes from the sport.

And in a message which is sure to delight Eloise, he also told Littler to remain focused on his career by avoiding having any girlfriends.

George told GMB: “Do what he’s always done, practice a lot, don’t have any sharks signing contracts with you, that’s the main thing.

“He’s going to go around the world now, he’s going to go to all the tournaments. He’s got a lot of travelling, it’s a different game, that’s the hardest thing.

“Get a plane, be there early, then you’ve got to play darts. He’s got to learn that. It might put him off a bit for a while.

“But he’s got the stepping stone there, he’s going to be at all the PDC tournaments. If he plays well, he’s going to earn a few quid.

“What a great thing for a bloke of that age. If he looks after it, that’s the thing. No flash cars, no girlfriends, he’s got to be regimental.”

Luke and Eloise met while playing Xbox games[/caption]

Eloise sent Littler a wholesome message after his loss

The pair are set to embark on the next stage of their adventure

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01/05/2024

Darts prodigy Luke Littler names his dream XI of footballers he has seen – and it would walk the Champions League | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

The darts prodigy made it all the way to the final of the PDC World Championship only to

LUKE LITTLER has named his dream football XI of players he has seen in his lifetime.

The darts prodigy made it all the way to the final of the PDC World Championship only to lose to Luke Humphries in the final.

Luke Littler has picked his dream XI[/caption]

The darts star included Lionel Messi[/caption]

He also picked Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney

Littler may have made his name in the darts world but he is also a keen football fan.

The 16-year-old is a Manchester United supporter and has been invited to watch the club.

He has now named his dream team of players that he has “witnessed” in his lifetime.

The darts star picked a solid defence of Manuel Neuer in goal behind a back four of Dani Alves, Sergio Ramos, Virgil van Dijk and Marcelo.

The midfield includes two Premier League icons in terms of Kevin de Bruyne and N’Golo Kante as well as Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta.

On the wings, Littler picked two best players of the generation in Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

But as a United fan, he was still able to include club legend Wayne Rooney who completed a star-studded team.

Fans loved the line up as they flocked to the comment section on his Instagram post.

One fan commented: “Ball knowledge 100.”

A second wrote: “This team is sooo good.”

A third posted: “Good picks across the board – very commendable.”

A fourth said: “Not going to lie ball knowledge 10/10.”

Another added: “Lovely to see Rooney in this IX, class player in his best days.”

Following his defeat to Humphries, Littler is thought to have pocketed £300,000 in prize money from the competition.

He is also expected to make a lot more from brand deals and command fees of up to six figures according to Neil Hopkins, strategy partner at MC Saatchi.

Humphries has predicted that Littler will go on to dominate the sport and that he is already one of the “best in the world”.

Mardle started commentating on darts at the 2011 PDC World Darts Championship.

Before turning to commentary he was a professional player who reached the world championship semi-finals five times.

He also lost in three major finals to Phil Taylor — the 2003 World Matchplay, and the Las Vegas Classic in both 2004 and 2005.

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01/05/2024

DeAndre Hopkins on brink of triggering $750k contract bonus for hitting three different milestones with Tennessee Titans | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

Hopkins is among many NFL players who have incentives written into their contracts to earn more money based on their performance.

DeAndre Hopkins and other NFL stars can earn big bonuses during NFL Week 18.

Hopkins is among many NFL players who have incentives written into their contracts to earn more money based on their performance.

DeAndre Hopkins can earn an extra $750,000 on Sunday[/caption]

The Titans wide receiver has three thresholds to hit for $250,000 each[/caption]

Hopkins has a chance to trigger $750,000 in bonuses on Sunday if he can surpass three thresholds.

Currently, the Tennessee Titans receiver has 68 receptions for 1,011 yards and six touchdowns.

If he catches seven more passes to get up to 75, he will earn $250,000.

If Hopkins gains just 39 more yards he will have 1,050 on the year, enough for another $250,000.

With two more touchdowns he will get up to eight on the year which would trigger the final $250,000 bonus.

While it may seem like a difficult task, teammates typically know when their teammates are close to hitting their incentives and will help them meet those goals.

In 2022, Tom Brady refused to take himself out of a blowout win to help Rob Gronkowski reach his incentives.

Gronk needed five catches and 58 receiving yards to earn a $1 million bonus, which Brady gladly helped him achieve.

Hopkins isn’t the only big name in the NFL trying to achieve his bonus though. Other NFL stars are on the verge of cashing in on millions.

Odell Beckham Jr. is close to getting another $500,000 added to his salary if he can hit his incentives.

The Baltimore Ravens wide receiver currently has 35 receptions for 565 yards and three touchdowns.

With five more catches he will hit his threshold of 40 receptions for $250,000.

If he catches two more touchdowns it will hit his threshold of five and get him another $250,000.

Expect some guys who have already locked up playoff spots or been eliminated from playoff contention to ball out anyway on Sunday in an effort to earn their incentives.

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01/05/2024

Defiant Luke Littler, 16, insists he and girlfriend Eloise, 21, ‘will stick together whether anyone likes it or not’ | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

The 16-year-old darts sensation has been dating the 21-year-old beauty consultant

LUKE LITTLER has insisted that he and his girlfriend Eloise Milburn aren’t splitting up any time soon.

The 16-year-old darts sensation has been dating the 21-year-old beauty consultant for a number of months.

Luke Littler has said he and his girlfriend Eloise Milburn will stick together[/caption]

The young couple went public with their romance during the World Darts Championhips[/caption]

The couple’s relationship shot into the public eye when Littler gave Eloise a kiss following his victory over Brendan Dolan in the World Darts Championship quarter-finals.

And since their romance went public it has attracted a lot of attention regarding their five year age gap.

However Littler isn’t fazed by the talk around his relationship and has insisted the pair are going to be staying together.

When asked by Sky News if the media attention has brought he and Eloise closer, Littler said: “Yeah! We’re going to stick together now,

“Obviously we have been doing for the past few months so we’re just going to stick together.

“Whether anyone like it or not – we’re not bothered.”

Eloise – who is also a keen darts player – reportedly wooed Littler when the pair met playing video games together online.

And it seems that Littler is besotted with the blonde beauty after he blushed over her while on Good Morning Britain today.

The Warrington lad has captured the hearts of the nation alongside the heart of his new girlfriend.

His sensational run to the PDC World Darts Championship final left viewers up and down the country on the edge of their seats.

And despite a heartbreaking 7-4 loss to Luke Humphries in the final, Littler’s rise attracted a record 3.75million viewers to watch the event on Sky Sports.

Littler fell at the last hurdle to lose to Luke Humphries in the World Darts Championship final[/caption]

Eloise Milburn watched on from the crowd at Ally Pally[/caption]

Eloise also plays darts[/caption]

The 21-year-old is a beauty consultant[/caption]

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01/05/2024

Eddie Hearn reveals potential date for Anthony Joshua’s next fight with ‘colossal’ clash in pipeline after Wilder KO | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

AJ’s £100million two-fight deal with the American went up in smoke last month after the American suffered a shock defeat to former WBO heavyweight cham

EDDIE HEARN has revealed the timeline for Anthony Joshua’s return following the collapse of his clash with Deontay Wilder.

AJ’s £100million two-fight deal with the American went up in smoke last month after the American suffered a shock defeat to former WBO heavyweight champion Joseph Parker.

Anthony Joshua was on course to fight Deontay Wilder twice this year[/caption]

Wilders shock defeat to Jospeh Parker put paid to those £100million plans[/caption]

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Promoter Eddie Hearn reckons AJ will be back in action in March[/caption]

The first of the duo’s back-to-back fights was set to take place in Saudi Arabia on March 9.

And a spring return to action is still very much on the cards for the Brit, even though a long-overdue showdown with Wilder isn’t.

Matchroom Boxing chief Hearn told iFL TV: “I think he’s gonna fight in March.”

Hearn is hoping Joshua can replicate the schedule he had in 2023, in which he fought three times in the space ten months.

He continued: “Then I guess he fights in August, September, so whether it’s three times in the calendar year or three times from March to March, something like that.”

A showdown with mandatory IBF title challenger Filip Hrogovic was seemingly in the pipeline for AJ after his dispatching of Otto Wallin last month.

But Hearn admits there are currently a lot of unknowns about the clash with Croatian clubber.

He said: “A lot has to happen by March to make that possible with Hrgovic.

“Obviously, [Tyson Fury and [Oleksandr] Usyk fight in the middle of February.

“Are they gonna be able to keep the belt? Do they have to let it go? Is Joshua just gonna replace Wallin in the rankings? There’s a lot of discussions.

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A showdown with Francis Ngannou could be in the offing for AJ

“If that’s in play for March, that’s definitely a possibility. Maybe that’s a fight that, when everything plays out, could be one for the summer.

“As I said, our conversations right now are about mapping out AJ’s next four or five fights … his 2024 and potentially the rest of his career.”

One fight Hearn is open to AJ having is a crossover clash with former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou.

He said: “Right now, we have three fights that we’re in discussions for.

“They’re all big and that doesn’t involve Deontay Wilder for March. Our aim, and they’ve expressed this is to fight the winner of Fury-Usyk.

“That’s all we want to do, obviously there’s the Hrgovic fight out there for the world heavyweight title.

“There’s a Francis Ngannou fight out there which would be absolutely colossal.

“There’s other heavyweights as well, there’s a Zhang fight possible as well with Queensberry.”

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01/05/2024

ESPN announce First Take TV ratings as Stephen A. Smith thanks viewers for ‘big year’ after smashing records | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

The morning show first launched on ESPN sixteen years earlier in May 2007.

FIRST Take had its most-watched year ever in 2023.

The morning show first launched on ESPN sixteen years earlier in May 2007.

First Take had a record 2023[/caption]

The show reached new all-time marks[/caption]

First Take added Shannon Sharpe in 2023[/caption]

Led by Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim, and 2023’s newest addition, Shannon Sharpe, First Take had its best year yet.

The two-hour show averaged 496,000 viewers per episode in 2023.

December was also the 17th consecutive month the program has seen year-over-year growth.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Stephen A. thanked viewers for the momentous 12 months.

“Big year!” he posted.

Since Sharpe departed Undisputed, First Take’s ratings have soared.

In fact, First Take recorded its highest viewership in history in the past two months.

The show averaged 611,000 viewers in December, just 3,000 average viewers less than its highest month 30 days before.

Sharpe isn’t the sole reason for the show’s continued success either.

After veering away from a set cast, instead opting for a rotating cast of characters to support Stephen A. and Molly, viewership numbers have been on the rise.

Big names from ESPN like Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo, Dan Orlovsky, Ryan Clark, JJ Redick, and Mina Kimes all help.

First Take airs live on ESPN at 10 am ET every Monday through Friday.

Stephen A. Smith joined First Take in 2012[/caption]

Molly Qerim has hosted the show since 2015[/caption]

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01/05/2024

ESPN announce major broadcast change with ‘special edition’ NFL show lined up ahead of Week 18 doubleheader | LTF7Z1Y | 2024-01-05 10:05:04 https://ift.tt/Yj8CsE4

The network is set to play host to two crucial primetime games in what they have dubbed ‘

ESPN has announced another addition to their broadcast schedule for their blockbuster Week 18 games.

The network is set to play host to two crucial primetime games in what they have dubbed ‘Doubleheader Saturday.’

ESPN is set to host Doubleheader Saturday in Week 18[/caption]

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Robert Griffin III is among the stars set to appear on ESPNs special edition of NFL Countdown[/caption]

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First the 9-7 Pittsburgh Steelers will make one final push for a spot in the playoffs as they head to their AFC North rivals, the 13-3 Baltimore Ravens for a 4.30pm ET kickoff.

This will be followed by a win-and-in game between the 9-7 Houston Texans and the 9-7 Indianapolis Colts in Indiana.

The All-AFC South tie will kick off at 8.15pm ET.

On Thursday, ESPN announced that they will be broadcasting a special edition of NFL Countdown at 3pm ET as well as in between the two games.

The show is set to feature Scott Van Pelt, Ryan Clark, Robert Griffin III, Marcus Spears, Adam Schefter, and Michelle Beisner-Buck.

As for the games themselves, Chris Fowler, Louis Riddick, and Dan Orlovsky are set to call the game at M&T Bank Stadium.

Should the Steelers win on Saturday, they would need the Buffalo Bills to lose on Sunday, the Jacksonville Jaguars to either lose or tie on Sunday, the Texans and Colts to tie, to make it into the playoffs, as per their website.

Alternatively, should the Steelers tie, they would need either the Texans or the Colts to win that game and for the Jaguars to lose.

If Pittsburgh loses, they could still make it to the postseason with a win in the Saturday evening game, a Jaguars loss and a win for the Denver Broncos.

As for the Texans game at the Colts, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman will head over to Lucas Oil Stadium.

There, a win for either team would guarantee them a playoff spot.

Indy could also make it with a tie as well as both a Steelers and Jaguars loss, as per the Colts.

Both the Texans and Colts could still beat the Jaguars to the AFC South title, with a win and a Jacksonville loss (or a tie in Indy’s case), according to KHOU.

Adam Schefter will also appear on the ESPN show[/caption]

Ryan Clark is also among the hosts on Saturday[/caption]

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