This time next week we will know who will play in the Super Bowl in February. New England knows no Manning is left standing in their way, thanks to the Redskins and the Ravens.

Thursday, Jan. 17

College basketball (6-9 p.m., ESPN 2): Texas A&M faces their toughest test yet in the SEC when they host what could be the conference's best team, the Florida Gators.

Friday, Jan. 18

NBA (6-8:30 p.m., ESPN): The 
Chicago Bulls hit the road to face the Boston Celtics in a game where both teams are looking to improve their current playoff position.

Saturday, Jan. 19

NHL (2-5 p.m., NBC): Welcome back hockey after the labor dispute between the players and the owners with the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Philadelphia Flyers.

Sunday, Jan. 20

NFL (2-5 p.m., Fox): The Atlanta Falcons host the San Francisco 49ers, with the right to go to New Orleans on the line. ... NFL (5:30-9 p.m., CBS): Tom Brady looks for his sixth Super Bowl appearance with the New England Patriots while hosting the Baltimore Ravens in what could be Ray Lewis' final game.

Monday, Jan. 21

NHL (6:30-10 p.m., NBC Sports Network): Hockey Town is back with the Detroit Redwings hitting the road to face the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Tuesday, Jan. 22

College basketball (8-10 p.m., ESPN): The baby Kentucky Wildcats must grow up quickly in conference play on the road against the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Wednesday, Jan. 23

College basketball (7-9 p.m., CSS): The Arkansas Razorbacks host the Mississippi State Bulldogs who are starting to come together as a team as conference play starts.

Thank goodness Australia is halfway around the world. There is nothing better than tennis in the middle of the night to put a crying baby to sleep. Thank you, Australian Open.

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