The Chiefs pursue an unprecedented third straight Lombardi Trophy, while the Buffalo Bills will try to end a postseason curse by finally beating Kansas City for the AFC championship.
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Jan. 26, according to the Tribune’s archives.
The Chicago Bulls lost to the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers 109-97 on Saturday night for their eighth defeat in 10 games. They fell to 8-16 at the United Center this season.
N.J. Benson finished with 20 points and nine rebounds, but DePaul lost to Butler 86-69 on Saturday to fall to 1-9 in the Big East.
The Chicago Blackhawks weighed the implications of Taylor Hall’s trade to the Carolina Hurricanes: “You’re hanging out with a guy one minute and then he’s gone.”
Denver Broncos assistant general manager Darren Mougey agreed to terms Saturday with the New York Jets to become their GM, pairing him with new coach Aaron Glenn.
As SoxFest Live wrapped up Saturday, the attention turns to spring training. Chicago White Sox pitchers and catchers report on Feb. 12 for Will Venable’s first camp as manager.
David Shaw, the former Stanford coach who interviewed for the Chicago Bears’ top job, will get an interview to be Ben Johnson’s offensive coordinator.
Madison Keys of the United States has upset two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus 6-3, 2-6, 7-5 in the Australian Open final.
Ben Johnson had a lot to say as the Chicago Bears introduced their new coach. His desire to create accountability and build a bond with GM Ryan Poles were top of mind.