From historic firsts to record-breaking performances, 2025 showcased Black excellence across sports. Highlights included Marcus Freeman becoming the first Black coach to reach the College Football Playoff national title game, Jalen Hurts leading the Eagles in a landmark Super Bowl matchup, Coco Gauff capturing her second Grand Slam, and trailblazing achievements by Bubba Wallace, Noah Lyles, A’ja Wilson, Mookie Betts, LeBron James and Mo’ne Davis, each cementing their place in sports history.
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Ravens scramble to fix mistakes, injuries threaten playoff hopes
The Baltimore Ravens face an uphill battle after a 1-3 start marked by sloppy play, key injuries—including quarterback Lamar Jackson—and defensive struggles. Coach John Harbaugh and players emphasize reassessment, adjustments, and returning to fundamentals as the team aims to regain momentum and compete for the playoffs.
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Super Bowl delivers moving tributes, memorable action
The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in the first Super Bowl to be held in New Orleans in a dozen years, with notable performances by Philadelphia’s Saquon Barkley, Kendrick Lamar, and the Eagles’ defensive dominance.
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Eagles deny the Chiefs a Super Bowl three-peat with dominant defense in 40-22 rout
The Philadelphia Eagles secured their second Super Bowl championship, with Jalen Hurts throwing for two touchdowns and running for a score, while the Kansas City Chiefs’ defense was shut out in a dominant 40-22 victory.
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Super Bowl 2025: Time, channel, halftime show, how to watch Chiefs vs. Eagles livestream
The Kansas City Chiefs are favored by 1 1/2 points over the Philadelphia Eagles, and Kendrick Lamar will be the headliner for the halftime show.
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Commentary: How Super Bowl quarterbacks Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes prove diversity matters on and off the field
Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts, both African American quarterbacks, are leading their teams to the 2025 Super Bowl, proving the importance of diversity in sports.
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Buffalo Bills beat Baltimore Ravens 27-25 in playoffs, advance to AFC championship
The Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs will face off in the AFC championship game, while the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders will meet in the NFC championship game.
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Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen will face off for a berth in the AFC championship game
Quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen will face off against each other in the AFC divisional round for a spot in the AFC championship game.
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Beyoncé’s performance highlights Netflix’s NFL debut
Beyoncé’s halftime performance at the NFL game between the Texans and the Ravens on Christmas Day 2024 was a success, with Netflix reporting that viewers in all 50 states tuned in within minutes of the pregame show going live.
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Sports rewind: A look at major moments for athletes in 2024
2024 saw a number of standout moments for Black athletes and coaches in various sports, including the Africa Cup of Nations, the National Invitational Tournament, the NCAA Track and Field Championships, the Paris 2024 Olympics, and the World Series.
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Chiefs outlast 49ers to win Super Bowl LVII in overtime
By Cordell WoodlandSpecial to the AFRO Super Bowl LVIII surpassed the hype and then some when the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in overtime, 25-22 on Feb. 11 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Things started murky for the 49ers with an early fumble from running back Christian McCaffrey on the first […]
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Mahomes or Jackson? Black America rooted for a Black QB
By John CelestandWord In Black It’s not breaking news that there was a time when the greatest Black athletes were steered away from playing the quarterback position in the NFL. With quick feet, the ability to cut back on a dime, solid hands, and blistering speed to blow past defenders, you would undoubtedly be led […]