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In Yahoo Sports Fantasy Football Week 16 Rankings for Flex (Full-PPR), Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears emerged as a surprise standout with a career-high 27.2 fantasy points in Week 15. Despite limited rushing success, Spears shined with seven targets, six receptions, 87 receiving yards, and a touchdown. For Week 16, consult the team's flex rankings for full-PPR scoring leagues to make informed decisions on who to start and sit in your PPR league. Full Article

Mark Cavendish has won the SPOTY Lifetime Achievement Award for breaking the record for most Tour de France stage wins, with other awards including young sports personality, best overseas sportsperson, team of the year, best sporting moment, and unsung hero. Keely Hodgkinson, Alex Yee, and Joe Root are among the contenders, with Hodgkinson winning gold in the women's 800m final at Paris 2024 and being inspired by Jessica Ennis-Hill. Dr. Mark Prince receives the Helen...

Bronny James, a rookie for the Los Angeles Lakers, will participate in the G League Winter Showcase in Orlando after showcasing promising performances for the South Bay Lakers. The event, taking place from Dec. 19-22, will have all 30 NBA teams in attendance to scout the talent. The decision was made by the Lakers' front office and Bronny's agents at Klutch Sports to further his development, with his father LeBron James praising his son's recent...

Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr was named FIFA men's player of the year after scoring 24 goals for Real Madrid in their LaLiga and Champions League double-winning season, beating out Rodri and Jude Bellingham. Aitana Bonmati won the women's award for the second year in a row, retaining the honor ahead of Barbra Banda and Caroline Graham Hansen, having excelled for Barcelona and Spain. Carlo Ancelotti and Emma Hayes won best coach awards, while Alejandro Garnacho's...

Fantasy football managers who have made it to the semifinals are advised to consider the motivation of players on teams still in playoff contention, as well as those fighting for seeding. Key matchups to target in Week 16 include Rams vs. Jets, Eagles vs. Commanders, Cardinals vs. Panthers, and Vikings vs. Seahawks, with players like Cooper Kupp, James Conner, and DK Metcalf being highlighted. It is essential to make strategic decisions based on team motivation...

Chelsea's Ukraine forward Mykhailo Mudryk is fighting to prove his innocence after testing positive for a banned substance, which he believes may be due to a contaminated supplement. The 23-year-old has been provisionally suspended and is working to clear his name with the club's support. Mudryk last played for Chelsea in November and joined the team in a significant move from Shakhtar Donetsk last year. Full Article