Reuters Sports News Summary

"It's good waking up this morning, this wasn't a dream," said head coach Jim Harbaugh on Tuesday morning, seated between running back Blake Corum and cornerback Will Johnson after the College Football Playoff title game win over Washington. Steelers stick with QB Mason Rudolph, rule out OLB T.J. Watt Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph remains the No. 1 quarterback for Pittsburgh as the playoffs begin.

Following is a summary of current sports news briefs.

Colts owner Jim Irsay being treated for 'severe respiratory illness'

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay is being treated for a severe respiratory illness, the team said in a statement Tuesday. It was not known if Irsay, 64, was hospitalized or recovering at his home.

Devils C Jack Hughes expected to miss weeks, not months

New Jersey Devils All-Star center Jack Hughes' injury absence is expected to last weeks, not months, coach Lindy Ruff said Tuesday. Hughes sustained an upper-body injury during the Devils' 4-2 win against the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday and did not play in Saturday's loss to the Vancouver Canucks.

All-SEC RB Quinshon Judkins commits to Ohio State

Two-time All-SEC running back Quinshon Judkins committed to Ohio State. A transfer from Ole Miss, Judkins rushed for 2,725 yards and scored 34 total touchdowns in two seasons with the Rebels.

Titans part ways with coach Mike Vrabel

The Tennessee Titans parted ways with Mike Vrabel on Tuesday, two years after he was named the NFL Coach of the Year. The Titans finished with a 6-11 record and in last place in the AFC South this season, missing the playoffs for the second straight year.

Pacers PG Tyrese Haliburton avoids major injury

A dream scenario of starting the 2024 NBA All-Star Game on his home floor remains a possibility for Indianapolis Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton, who was carried off the court by teammates Monday night. Haliburton, 23, was diagnosed with a Grade 1 strain of his left hamstring confirmed during an MRI exam and is scheduled to be re-evaluated by team doctors in two weeks, ESPN reported Tuesday.

Michigan, Jim Harbaugh wake up as champs: 'This wasn't a dream'

The day after winning the national championship, Michigan fully embraced the reality of donning college football's crown. "It's good waking up this morning, this wasn't a dream," said head coach Jim Harbaugh on Tuesday morning, seated between running back Blake Corum and cornerback Will Johnson after the College Football Playoff title game win over Washington.

Steelers stick with QB Mason Rudolph, rule out OLB T.J. Watt

Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph remains the No. 1 quarterback for Pittsburgh as the playoffs begin. Head coach Mike Tomlin said pass rusher T.J. Watt (knee) is out for the wild-card game with the Buffalo Bills but safety Minkah Fitzpatrick will be back on Sunday.

Panthers put win streak up against improved Blues

The Florida Panthers cruise into St. Louis with a seven-game winning streak and considerable offensive momentum. "When you can get on a roll like this, it takes some pressure off some other times throughout the season when it's not going well," Panthers winger Sam Reinhart said. "I think we were kind of struggling a bit, both mentally and physically through the grind, kind of getting back from those two long road trips in December. It was nice to get to regroup over Christmas."

Grizzlies' odds tumble with Ja Morant out for season

Ja Morant's return from suspension provided the Memphis Grizzlies with a much needed spark. His season-ending injury just nine games later might have brought the Grizzlies' hopes of being a factor this season to a screeching halt.

Wimbledon champ Marketa Vondrousova withdraws from Adelaide

Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova pulled out of the Adelaide International with a right hip injury Tuesday, casting doubt over her availability for the Australian Open. It was not immediately known how serious Vondrousova's injury was or if her status for the first Grand Slam of the year next week would be impacted.