Previewing the NFL’s Conference ChampionshipsPreviewing the NFL’s Conference Championships
Previewing the NFL’s Conference Championships
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January 25, 2026
The Broncos and Patriots have historically been AFC powerhouses, but it’s been a minute — over a decade for Denver and seven years for New England — since either franchise reached the promised land. Only one can end their Super Bowl appearance drought.
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 ‘ABOLISH ICE’ — A brief history of athlete activism ‘ABOLISH ICE’ — A brief history of athlete activism

It’s tough to talk sports during times like these.

After the tragedy that occurred in Minneapolis, Minnesota, over the weekend, today’s episode of The GIST of It is a brief history of recent athlete activism, inspired by hoops star Breanna Stewart, who held up an “ABOLISH ICE” sign before Sunday’s Unrivaled game. Let’s reflect.

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