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As the Chicago Bears suffered a brutal loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round of the NFL Playoffs on Sunday night, 20-17, it marked the end of a successful season under first-year head coach Ben Johnson. Despite the Bears’ heartbreaking loss to the Rams, Johnson would send an uplifting message to opposing head coach Sean McVay. The matchup between Chicago and Los Angeles was one for the ages, as a miracle touchdown by quarterback Caleb Williams to find Cole Kmet in the endzone forced the game into overtime. However, it would be the Rams that outlasted the Bears, as when Johnson went to send his congratulations to McVay, he would have a motivational message. “Hell of a job, man. Go win one,” Johnson said to McVay, via Ari Meirov. #Bears HC Ben Johnson to Sean McVay: “Hell of a job, man. Go win one.” McVay to #Bears DC Dennis Allen: “Hey, unbelievable job. You kicked our a**. A lot of respect.” pic.twitter.com/TxBGIHRClC — Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) January 19, 2026 While the respect is there from Chicago, there is no doubt disappointment from Johnson as he spoke about it to the media in his post-game press conference. “Disappointing result,” Johnson said, according to Bears Wire. “Our guys are feeling it right now. They all believed, man. They all believed all year long that we could find a way to win each and every week.” Ben Johnson on how “special” the Bears were this season Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images While it’s easy to see the future success that is coming to the Bears under Johnson and Williams, there’s no doubt that they felt they could win it all this season. Johnson would double down on that sentiment, saying how “special” a team it was. “But I am proud of the group. It’s a special group,” Johnson said. “I said that a few weeks ago. I believe that to my core, that when you’re with a group of men for the last time in the locker room, and you know it’s just not going to be the same going forward, that — I appreciate all of them, the men and the women, coaches, players, support staff, everybody that had a role this season. It was a special year.” “This will be hopefully a feeling in this locker room that we won’t forget, and we’ll be able to use it as fuel going forward,” Johnson continued. At any rate, Chicago looks to further improve after finishing with an 11-6 record, which won them the NFC North. The post Bears’ Ben Johnson has on-field message to Sean McVay after epic playoff clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Perhaps even worse than getting turned on by John Cena was getting a busted eardrum from Travis Scott, as WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes did at Elimination Chamber in March 2025. However, the “Fein” rapper tried to make it up to the “American Nightmare.” A video surfaced of Rhodes meeting young fans on social media, and he revealed that Scott put a pair of his shoes in Rhodes’ bag. Unfortunately, Rhodes did not discover them until now, nearly a year later, though he was seen wearing them in the video. At least it sounds like Scott felt remorse for legitimately hitting and injuring Rhodes. Cody Rhodes revealed that Travis Scott left a pair of his shoes in his bag as an apology for the stiff shot at Elimination Chamber. He just found them yesterday (Source: Thepeppersback1011) pic.twitter.com/YlxJDQfdQx — FADE (@FadeAwayMedia) January 17, 2026 “Remember Travis Scott, the guy who slapped me in the ear? I didn’t look in my bag… these are his shoes, and I just had had them forever because he secretly gave them to me after he slapped me in the ear to make me feel better about it,” Rhodes revealed while talking to the family. Cody Rhodes got his “receipt” on Travis Scott at WWE WrestleMania 41 Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images. Following Scott busting Rhodes’ eardrum, the “American Nightmare” promised a “receipt,” or payback. He got his payback at WrestleMania 41, delivering a Cross Rhodes to him. “I told everybody he didn’t get me at all, and then I realized there was a nice fan cam shot of how difficult it is,” said Rhodes. “Travis Scott, for as talented as he is — and he’s an incredibly talented guy who I’d even bought his kicks — Travis Scott kind of sucks. “And if he’s coming to WrestleMania, which Triple H announced who’s coming to WrestleMania, I’ll be looking for what we call in the wrestling business a little bit of a receipt,” he continued. Unfortunately, Rhodes ultimately lost to Cena at WrestleMania 41. Scott helped provide a distraction, and Cena took advantage. He pinned Rhodes to become a record-breaking 17-time world champion. The post WWE’s Cody Rhodes just discovered Travis Scott’s gesture after busted eardrum appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Despite the Chicago Bears making too many mistakes in a tough Divisional Round loss, the team has a bright future. A key step is the 2026 NFL draft, and here are the Bears’ top three targets after losing to the Rams. Chicago turned the ball over in overtime and wound up on the short end of a 20-17 decision in Sunday’s game. But Coach Ben Johnson’s roster is solid overall. The Bears just need to add the right pieces. Among the key needs are defensive line, linebacker, and safety. The Bears must avoid the trap of adding another offensive piece in the first round. They must address that defense first. Bears should consider Georgia LB CJ Allen Chicago remained vulnerable in the middle of its defense. That’s why Allen makes the most sense. He’s 6-foot-1 and 235 pounds with a throwback mentality that fits the Bears’ tough-guy personality, according to Pro Football Network. “C.J. Allen is the consummate old-school linebacker prospect with new-school athletic gifts,” PFN wrote. “He’s close to average size overall, but packs a ton of lean mass and contact power within his frame. Allen wasted no time becoming an impact player for Kirby Smart’s defense. And (he) was an impact starter in 2024 who helped call signals and get teammates in position. “Allen’s quick ascent as a defensive leader bodes well for his NFL projection. And it’s the blend of mental and physical tools that generates allure. He’s incredibly rangy and explosive in pursuit. And as a blitzer, he can get depth in coverage and run with RBs, and he can navigate gaps with ease. He reads and reacts without delay, delivers punishing physicality as a block take-on defender, and has all the makings of a stud three-down defender.” This is the type of player who will give the Bears versatility. That’s something the defense needs to keep pace with a young and very talented offense. Allen has been a fixture for the Bulldogs and looks ready to take the next step, according to Sports Illustrated. “Allen had been a mainstay on the Bulldogs’ offense for nearly three seasons and emerged as one of the team’s biggest leaders on the defensive side of the ball this year,” Christian Kirby wrote. “Not only will the loss of his playmaking abilities have a massive impact (on) Georgia’s roster, but his leadership will also be missed.” Bears should focus on Oregon S Dillion Thieneman Chicago needs help on the back end, and Thieneman seems like a good player to upgrade the secondary. In the second round, he’s going to be a great grab for any team, according to Pro Football Network. “Dillon Thieneman is perhaps the best consolation prize you could ask for if you’re unable to acquire Caleb Downs,” PFN wrote. “And in truth, some might prefer Thieneman’s value over Downs’ later in the early rounds. Thieneman was an immediate impact contributor as a true freshman at Purdue, accruing 106 tackles, 2 TFLs, 6 INTs, 2 PBUs, and 2 FFs in that standout season. “At 6-foot and 207 pounds, Thieneman is one of the most intelligent and versatile defenders on the circuit. He can play single-high, two-high, or roam in the box and crash off the line. He’s explosive and fluid in coverage, and tenacious in support.” Another safety with a good NFL outlook is Pittsburgh’s Kyle Louis. He played linebacker with the Panthers, but can project as an NFL safety, according to Kuiper. Bears need a DT in round three If they don’t grab one earlier, Ohio State’s Kayden McDonald could be their best bet if he’s still available. You could even make a case for the Bears getting him in the second round. He’s 6-3 and 320 pounds and can make an impact in the NFL, according to Pro Football Network. “A former four-star recruit, McDonald has awesome on-attack explosiveness and raw power capacity,” PFN wrote. “McDonald serves his early-down purpose well as a double magnet and block shedder, and he has the linear explosion and power to cave in step-up space on passing downs, as well as the motor to finish plays.” Stopping the opposing running…

The Miami (OH) RedHawks are among only three teams still undefeated this season, alongside Arizona and Nebraska. While Arizona and Nebraska have had strong programs and have been ranked in the top 25 of the AP men’s basketball poll, Miami (OH) found themselves ranked for the first time in over two decades, as per Mike Petraglia of CLNS Cincy. Miami (OH) came in right at No. 25 in the AP poll. It should be noted that ClutchPoints’ own Bailey Bassett had the RedHawks at No. 20 last week in the men’s College Basketball Power Rankings. The last time that Miami (OH) was ranked in the top 25 of the AP men’s basketball poll was in 1999. Following their 105-102 win against Buffalo on Saturday, the RedHawks improved to 19-0, and 7-0 in the MAC. With their undefeated start, Miami tied the 1975-76 Western Michigan Broncos team for the best start in MAC history. During that 1998-99 season when the RedHawks were last ranked, they made the NCAA Tournament and advanced to the Sweet 16 where they were eventually eliminated by Kentucky. Since then, Miami has only made the NCAA Tournament once, during the 2006-07 season. That year they lost in the opening round. This season is Travis Steele’s fourth season at the helm as Miami (OH) head coach. He took over the program ahead of the 2022-23 season, and has so far compiled an overall record of 71-46, and 37-25 in MAC play. His teams have not yet made an NCAA Tournament appearance, but this could be the season that changes. The RedHawks’ game is against Kent State on Tuesday, Jan. 20 as they look to keep up their undefeated start. The post Miami (OH) cracks AP Top 25 for the first time since 1999 appeared first on ClutchPoints.