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Monday, November 7, 2016

SPORTS FINAL: Late stories and scores from Orlando Sentinel

UFâ€™s McElwain weighs QB change as Gatorsâ€™ offensive struggles continue

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Jim McElwain considered a move, but never made it.

Dolphins defeat Jets, enter playoff picture thanks to kickoff return TD by Drake

Miami Dolphins running back Jay Ajayi came up short in his bid to record a third consecutive 200-yard rushing game. But the Dolphins didn’t require such a heroic performance in Sunday’s 27-23 victory over the New York Jets. They had defensive and special teams heroes, and rookie running back/kickoff returner Kenyan Drake was the biggest.

Chiefs shut down Bortles, Jaguars to escape with 19-14 win

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Their starting quarterback and running back never dressed, their top wide receiver joined them on the sideline with an injury of his own, and their Pro Bowl tight end was ejected by an official who didn't seem to think his antics were very funny.

Raiders move into AFC West lead with 30-20 victory over Broncos

Latavius Murray ran for 114 yards and three touchdowns and the Oakland Raiders showed they were ready for prime time by beating the defending Super Bowl champion Denver Broncos, 30-20, on Sunday night.

Magic's Mario Hezonja is welcoming teammates' advice

The conversations started in training camp and then took on added importance over the last week.

Carl Edwards wins rain-shortened Texas race to advance to NASCAR finale

Carl Edwards got the victory he desperately needed to earn a championship-contending spot in the NASCAR Sprint Cup finale, winning at Texas on Sunday night in a race shorted by 41 laps because of rain after the start was delayed nearly six hours.

Murschel: Emotional college football coaches face ejection threat for first time

At this point in the college football season, emotions can run high.

Gators host Will Muschamp, South Carolina Nov. 12 at noon on SEC Network

Former UF coach Will Muschamp's highly anticipated return to the Swamp with South Carolina is set for noon Saturday on SEC Network.

UCF defense prepared to go distance

UCF football coaches whipped players into shape with a rapid practice tempo that junior tight end Jordan Franks once joked had him winded after running 95 plays.

Fisher praises Bowden as FSU nears bowl game appearance record

The Florida State football team already owns the nation’s longest consecutive bowl game streak.

DeMarcus Walker's decision to return to FSU paying off in senior season

The impact DeMarcus Walker has had on Florida State’s defense during his senior season cannot be overstated.

Deondre Francois overcomes 'big mistake' to lead FSU past NC State

Deondre Francois got a rare shot at redemption, and took full advantage.

10 things we learned this college football weekend

Check out the top 10 things we learned during the college football weekend.

Jenny Simpson's husband, Brazilian break Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon records

Fireworks fell at the start of the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon on Sunday.

Pictures: NASCAR Sprint Cup winners in 2016

See photos of the winning drivers from each of the NASCAR Sprint Cup races in 2016. Each winner in the 26 regular-season races is virtually guaranteed a berth in the postseason Chase for the Championship.