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49ers fans, players gearing up for major rivalry game against Seahawks airing on ABC7

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SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KGO) — The 49ers players and fans are gearing up for one of the biggest rivalry games of the season. This weekend at Levi’s Stadium, the Niners will face off against the Seattle Seahawks in a matchup that carries significant stakes, airing here on ABC7.

Quarterback Brock Purdy expressed the team’s determination ahead of the game, saying, “We’re really grateful to be in this opportunity and situation. But we can talk all we want. We have to go do it at the end of the day. We’re excited, and we’re going to do everything we can.”

The importance of this regular-season showdown cannot be overstated. On the line are the NFC West Division crown, the top seed in the conference, and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Standing in the way of the 49ers is none other than their longtime rival, the Seattle Seahawks.

This rivalry runs deep, fueled by years of intense and memorable games. Fans and players alike feel the tension. Jocelin Rexford, who traveled all the way from Arizona, shared, “Wednesday I was like, ‘You guys want to go to the game?’ And here we are.”

Tight End George Kittle added, “I love their hatred for us and hopefully the Faithful will bring it this weekend for them.”

Even the day before the big game, the 49ers Faithful were already in full support mode. The 49ers Team Store was bustling with fans picking up all the essentials for game day.

A matchup of this magnitude calls for special game day attire. For this rivalry game, the 49ers will be donning an all-black uniform, and fans are encouraged to wear black as well to show their solidarity.

Saturday will mark the debut of these rivalry-inspired uniforms, designed with the Faithful in mind. Prominent players including George Kittle, Christian McCaffrey, Brock Purdy, and more were proudly sporting the gear at the team shop.

“They look awesome, man,” said 49ers fan Faleiva Seti. “So crazy, like the black knights or Batman. We’re just ready to demolish everybody.”

The sentiment is clear: when you look good, you feel good. And 49ers fans are hoping that confidence translates onto the field, especially with so much at stake this weekend at Levi’s Stadium.
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Time to mourn, time to embrace, time to heal on LA wildfires’ anniversary: A list of public events

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1-Year Anniversary Events for Eaton and Palisades Fires

Mark your calendars for a series of community events commemorating the one-year anniversary of the Eaton and Palisades fires. These gatherings honor those affected, celebrate resilience, and support ongoing recovery efforts.

Jan. 4 – Altadena Forever Run

A tribute to those who lost their homes, those who helped, and those who are rebuilding. The event features a 10K Run, 5K Walk/Run, and a 1K Family Walk/Run. Although registration is closed, the public is encouraged to cheer on participants starting at 8 a.m. (beginning with the 10K run).

This event honors Altadena’s resilience, supports long-term recovery, and raises funds for residents impacted by the Eaton fire. Proceeds from the event and donations through a GoFundMe campaign benefit the Altadena Eaton Fire Relief Fund and the Sheriff’s Support Group of Altadena.

Location: Starting point at Mariposa Junction, 849 E. Mariposa St., Altadena.

For route maps and donation information, please check the official event website.

Jan. 6 – Pacific Palisades Presbyterian Church Prayer Services

The Rev. Matt Hardin leads an evening prayer service at 7 p.m. at Brentwood Presbyterian Church, 12000 San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood.

On Jan. 7, Rev. Hardin will lead a morning prayer gathering at the church’s destroyed campus site:

Time: 8 a.m.
Location: 15821 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades.

Contact: 310-454-0366
Website: palipres.org

Jan. 7 – Eaton Fire Remembrance

La Cañada Presbyterian Church: “Grief stations” will be available all day, with a worship service at 6:30 p.m.
Location: 626 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Flintridge.
Phone: 818-790-6708.

Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine: A Day of Remembrance and Renewal with restored gardens open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors are invited to peaceful contemplation. A gong will sound every hour on the hour for a moment of silence, regardless of visitors’ location around the lake. No reservations required.

The Lake Shrine, dedicated in 1950, is part of the worldwide Self-Realization Fellowship founded by Paramahansa Yogananda.
Location: 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades.
Phone: 310-454-4114.

American Legion Post: While the post ceremony will be held onsite, the formal ceremony portion from 9–10 a.m. will be livestreamed outside the post (15247 La Cruz Drive, Pacific Palisades). The public is invited to watch.

They Let Us Burn – Call for Fairness, Accountability and a Vision for the Rebuild: A non-partisan demonstration and rally featuring various speakers at a press conference.
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Palisades Village, 15307 Antioch St. (corner of Swarthmore Avenue), Pacific Palisades.
RSVP requested via the event website.

Corpus Christi Catholic Church and School: Noon gathering to commemorate the fire on the church school steps (890 Toyopa Drive). Later, at 7 p.m., Rev. Msgr. Liam Kidney celebrates the Mass of Remembrance and Reflection at St. Monica Catholic Church, 725 California Ave., Santa Monica.
Note: Corpus Christi Church (15100 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades) was destroyed in the fire.
Website: corpuschristichurch.com

St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church: Concerts of Remembrance, Healing, and Renewal featuring community prayers at noon and 6 p.m., with concerts by violinist Anne Akiko Meyers and members of the Los Angeles Master Chorale at 1 p.m., and the Pacific Strings at 7 p.m.

Location: 1031 Bienveneda Ave., Pacific Palisades.
Free to attend; suggested donation $45. Donations accepted at the door or online.

Details and ticket donations: tinyurl.com/4ujrkfu5
Facebook: The Parish of St. Matt’s

City of Malibu Palisades Fire Remembrance

Finding Strength in Community – A Healing Moment: Activities include a Chumash blessing, a moment of silence for lives lost, a remembrance poem by Malibu’s poet laureate Charlotte Ward, an art gallery tribute to first responders and community members, and a memorial area.

Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road.
The formal program will be livestreamed from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Malibu City’s YouTube channel.
Website: malibucity.org/palisades1yrremembrance

Community Coalition for Altadena Recovery (CCAR) – Eaton Fire 1-Year Commemoration

Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger and Altadena-based organizations host an event featuring remembrances, music, and refreshments.
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Grocery Outlet parking lot, 2270 Lake Ave., Altadena.
Rain or shine.

Altadena for Accountability: Holding a peaceful, silent demonstration at the same time and location (in front of Grocery Outlet, 2270 Lake Ave., Altadena).
Contact: foraltadena@gmail.com

Rise Malibu – A Night to Honor, Remember and Rise Together

Event includes musical performances and a screening of Big Rock Burning (2025 documentary).
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Malibu High School, 30215 Morning View Drive, Malibu.

Text “BIGROCKBURNING” to 44834 for tickets. Proceeds benefit the Malibu Education Foundation.

A Concert for Altadena

Hosted by John C. Reilly, this concert features performers such as Aloe Blacc; Dawes & Friends featuring Eric Krasno; Everclear; Brandon Flowers (The Killers); Jenny Lewis; Lord Huron; Lucius; Mandy Moore; Ozomatli; Brad Paisley; Taboo (Black Eyed Peas); and Rufus Wainwright.

Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Pasadena Civic Auditorium, 300 E. Green St., Pasadena.
Tickets start at $150.
Proceeds go to the Altadena Builds Back Foundation via the Pasadena Community Foundation’s Eaton Fire Relief and Recovery Fund.

Tickets available through Ticketmaster: tinyurl.com/4vccyk4h

Jan. 9 – Music Center’s Innovation Social

Reflections on Loss, Hope and Renewal: Guests will connect with Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality stories as well as interactive 3D stations documenting personal and environmental stories from the LA wildfires.

The event also features a performance by Evolve Altadena and TreePeople will distribute acorns.

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Location: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Founders’ Room and Stern Grand Hall, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles.
Free admission; reservations required via website.
Parking: $10 at Music Center or Walt Disney Concert Hall garages.
Website: musiccenter.org/innovationsocial

Jan. 11 – Altadena Candlelight Vigil

Hosted by Kinfolks Helping Hands and Connect 2 Rise, the vigil commemorates the Eaton fire. The event includes performances by a children’s choir and the Benn Family (featured on “America’s Got Talent”).

Time: Early entry at 6:30 p.m., ceremony begins at 7 p.m.
Location: Altadena Town and Country Club, 2290 Country Club Drive, Altadena.

Note: This event was postponed from its original date (Jan. 7) and location, now moved indoors.

Contact: changematters99@gmail.com

https://www.whittierdailynews.com/2026/01/02/time-to-mourn-time-to-embrace-time-to-heal-on-la-wildfires-anniversary-a-list-of-public-events/

Texas QB Arch Manning’s WR Roommate Hitting Transfer Portal

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On Wednesday, No. 13 Texas concluded its season with a 41-27 win over No. 18 Michigan in the Citrus Bowl.

Quarterback Arch Manning had an impressive performance, throwing for 221 yards and two touchdowns. He added another 155 yards and two touchdowns on nine carries against the Wolverines. Manning completed three passes to his roommate, freshman wide receiver Parker Livingstone, for 25 yards in the victory.

That could be the last game for Livingstone as a Longhorn.

Per ESPN’s Pete Thamel, Livingstone is set to hit the transfer portal on Friday. “Texas wide receiver Parker Livingstone intends to enter the NCAA transfer portal, he tells ESPN,” Thamel posted on X. “Livingstone finished his redshirt freshman season with 516 yards receiving and six receiving touchdowns. He’ll have three years of eligibility remaining. He led Texas by averaging 17.8 yards per catch this season. He’s represented by @LIFTSPORTSMNGMT.”

Livingstone recorded 29 receptions for 516 yards and six touchdowns this season. The native of Lucas, Texas, was the third-leading receiver on the Longhorns behind DeAndre Moore Jr. and Ryan Wingo.

The Longhorns have several offensive players set to enter the portal this month, including three of their top running backs: Quintrevion Wisner, Jerrick Gibson, and CJ Baxter.

Texas is expected to be more competitive in 2026 than it was in Manning’s first season as the starting quarterback. Manning told reporters on Wednesday that he has higher aspirations for the postseason than the Citrus Bowl. “I think (Peyton Manning) played it in twice,” Arch said of the Citrus Bowl during his postgame news conference. “I don’t want to have to play it twice.”

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian has seen plenty of turnover with his staff since the end of the regular season. The Longhorns hired Will Muschamp as their defensive coordinator for next season after firing Pete Kwiatkowski. Texas’ roster in the fall will look significantly different than the one that came into the 2025 campaign with a No. 1 ranking. And Manning might have a new roommate in Austin.

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Ducks quick passing game kept sluggish offense moving during CFP victory

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MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – No. 5 Oregon’s offense hoped to cut loose against No. 4 Texas Tech’s formidable defense during their College Football Playoff quarterfinal Thursday at the Orange Bowl. But the Ducks were also fully prepared to accept that the Red Raiders’ pass rush, ranked No. 3 nationally with 3.2 sacks per game, and their stout run defense could force adjustments.

That reality came early. Oregon quarterback Dante Moore and his receivers proved efficient enough in the short passing game to generate the offense needed during a 23-0 victory at Hard Rock Stadium.

The redshirt sophomore completed 26 of 33 passes to 11 different receivers for 234 yards with one interception.

“Of course, everybody loves the deep throw,” Moore said. “Everybody likes the long runs. But like Coach (Dan) Lanning said, you’ve got to keep chipping away.”

Moore did not throw a touchdown pass for just the third game this season. The earlier instances came during rain-soaked games at home against Wisconsin and at Iowa, where the Ducks leaned heavily on their rushing attack. Thursday’s game, played under sunny Florida skies, seemed perfect for a more robust aerial display. However, the Ducks struggled to provide adequate pass protection, limiting opportunities for receivers to get open downfield.

Part of the challenge stemmed from Texas Tech’s defensive dominance on the ground, holding Oregon to just 64 yards rushing on 47 carries. This allowed the Red Raiders’ pass rushers to relentlessly pursue Moore. Texas Tech sacked Moore twice while applying frequent pressure throughout the game.

Despite the pressure, Moore remained crisp in the short passing game, keeping the chains moving, producing field goal attempts, winning the field position battle, and supporting Oregon’s defense, which dominated the Red Raiders.

Of Oregon’s 16 first downs, 11 came through the air, as Moore countered the pass rush with quick, accurate throws.

“Shout out to Texas Tech, they have a good front, but we just knew we had to get it quick and fast,” said Oregon wide receiver Malik Benson, who caught five passes for 51 yards. “Whatever we have to do to get it done, that’s just the way it had to be.”

Seven of Moore’s completions came on quick passes to four running backs for 51 yards. Dierre Hill Jr. caught three passes, while Jordon Davison and Jayden Limar had one reception each. Noah Whittington snagged two.

Limar’s 27-yard reception on a short flat route in the fourth quarter was the team’s longest of the game. On the play, Moore took a quick look upfield before dumping off to a wide-open Limar.

“That comes with having a good quarterback,” Whittington said. “Quick reads. See the defense. See the coverage. He knows where his answers are at.”

The quick passes kept Moore’s receivers active and kept Texas Tech’s secondary on its heels.

“And it helps out the O-line,” Davison added.

On the defensive side, Oregon applied similar pressure to Texas Tech quarterback Behren Morton. The Ducks held the Red Raiders to 78 yards rushing on 30 carries and sacked Morton four times.

However, unlike Moore, Morton struggled to find rhythm. The fifth-year senior completed 18 of 32 passes for 137 yards with two interceptions.

Moore’s poise under pressure impressed his teammates.

“When you don’t have time, you’ve got to make those quick decisions,” Whittington said. “That’s a huge trait for a young quarterback.”

Whittington and tight end Kenyon Sadiq, who caught four passes for 22 yards, praised Texas Tech’s defense, especially its pass rush led by linebacker David Bailey, whose 13.5 sacks ranked second nationally.

Moore’s ability not to hold onto the ball too long or force passes into coverage makes him special, Sadiq said.

“He’s not one-dimensional,” Sadiq explained. “He’s able to do so many things. Those little quick dinks and dunks are huge. It’s not easy when there’s pressure in your face almost every play.”

Looking ahead, Moore might have to replicate this type of performance in Oregon’s next game against No. 1 Indiana (14-0) in the semifinals on January 9 in the Peach Bowl in Atlanta.

The Hoosiers won 38-3 over No. 9 Alabama in their quarterfinal game at the Rose Bowl following Oregon’s victory. Notably, Oregon’s lone loss this season was a 30-20 home defeat to Indiana, a game in which the Hoosiers sacked Moore six times and limited the Ducks to just 13 points.

After Thursday’s game, Oregon coach Dan Lanning was uncertain of the next opponent but acknowledged there was room for improvement on offense.

“There’s some plays we were really efficient at today, and then there were some plays that weren’t,” Lanning said. “When you have a player like David Bailey, when you have players that you’re going to see in the College Football Playoff, you’ve got to have a plan for them. At times our plan was really good, and then there was sometimes that we could certainly improve that.”
https://www.oregonlive.com/ducks/2026/01/qb-dante-moore-quick-passing-attack-kept-ducks-sluggish-offense-moving-during-cfp-victory.html

Pat Stewart’s turn: Top Nebraska transfer portal storylines, position priorities

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