By GUERRY SMITH Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Carolina Panthers fired coach Frank Reich last year during his miserable debut campaign, then replaced their general manager and worked to upgrade their roster during…

By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) — Joey Logano raced his way into the second round of NASCAR’s playoffs by winning the opener in overtime Sunday at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Logano,…

By BRETT MARTEL AP Sports Writer NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Derek Carr passed for three touchdowns and the New Orleans Saints scored on their first nine possessions in a 47-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers…

By STEVE REED AP Sports Writer CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Tennessee Volunteers made a big statement on Saturday night. Quarterback Nico Iamaleava combined for 276 yards and three touchdowns, former walk-on safety Will Brooks’ 85-yard…

By BOB SUTTON Associated Press CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina quarterback Conner Harrell threw for two touchdowns and ran for a score after moving into the starting role as the Tar Heels beat…

By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) — 23XI Racing, the NASCAR team co-owned by Michael Jordan, said Saturday it skipped a deadline to sign a new charter agreement with the sanctioning body because…