We’re irrationally excited for Patriots-Steelers today at 4:25 p.m., so we’ll dispense with the usual formalities and jump right into the links.
Patriots
In his scouting report, Greg says the Steelers have no excuse when it comes to Sunday’s game.
Greg did a Q&A with the gang over at DKPittsburghSports.com.
Pats practice squander Marcus Hardison is getting a little more cash.
Kyle Van Noy (calf) was downgraded to our last night — what does that mean for the New England defense.
My NFL Notebook looks at the Patriots and Steelers, at the top of the AFC once again.
Celtics
BRobb has five thoughts on a bounceback win for the Celtics.
Live Coverage: Celtics 102, Grizzlies 93
Brad Stevens wasn't completely happy with the effort in the Friday loss to the Jazz.
Bruins
Joe says that top opponents are figuring out ways to beat the Bruins' system.
BSJ Game Report: Self-inflicted woes haunt B's.
Live Coverage: Rangers 3, Bruins 2 (OT)
Red Sox
In his MLB notebook, Sean says that the AL East is starting to look awfully familiar.
ON TAP
4:25 p.m.: Patriots at Steelers (Bedard and Price)
PARTING THOUGHT
Still trying to wrap my head around the fact that this is the song they play at Heinz Field to get the crowd pumped up.
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