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The Vikings wanted to show the Seattle Seahawks, the NFCs representatives in the Super Bowl the previous two postseasons, that they were a team that had arrived, perhaps even one worthy of playing for the Lombardi Trophy in a couple of months.
Instead, they looked more like pretenders than contenders as they let the Seahawks score the games first 35 points in a 38-7 loss Sunday at TCF Bank Stadium.
Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson threw for 274 yards and three touchdowns before he was replaced by former Vikings quarterback Tarvaris Jackson with less than five minutes left.
Already down a pair of defensive starters in nose tackle Linval Joseph and safety Andrew Sendejo, the Vikings lost arguably their two best defenders, safety Harrison Smith and outside linebacker Anthony Barr, in the first quarter. Smith tweaked his hamstring and Barr reaggravated the groin injury he had dealt with all week.
Sans those four starters, the Vikings allowed the Seahawks to gain 433 total yards.
Their offense, meanwhile, struggled against the mighty Seahawks defense. The Vikings had just three yards of offense in the first quarter and finished with 125 total yards as running back Adrian Peterson had a season-low 18 yards on eight carries and quarterback Teddy Bridgewater completed 17 of his 28 attempts for 118 yards with no touchdown passes.
Adrian Peterson: Vikings were outcoached and outplayed by Seattle.
Their only score came on a 101-yard kickoff return for a touchdown from wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson, who flamboyantly strutted into the end zone with the ball raised high in the air when the Vikings were at the time trailing 35-0.
Now, after getting embarrassed by the Seahawks, the Vikings must travel to Arizona on a short week to play the NFC West-leading Cardinals on Thursday night.
The Seahawks first got on the board on their second drive with a 5-yard touchdown run from running back Thomas Rawls, who broke a trio of tackles on his way to the end zone.
Seattle scored its second touchdown late in the second quarter when Wilson capped off a 13-play, 98-yard drive with an 8-yard touchdown run. The touchdown was preceded by a questionable personal foul penalty on defensive end Brian Robison for unnecessarily roughing Wilson after a sack.
Five plays after Wilsons touchdown, Bridgewater sailed a pass over the head of wide receiver Stefon Diggs right to Seahawks safety Earl Thomas, who returned the interception into Vikings territory. On the next play, Wilson hit wide receiver Doug Baldwin in the end zone for a 20-yard touchdown strike.
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At that point, the rout was on, and the Vikings were serenaded with boos from some of the fans at TCF Bank Stadium as they headed to the locker room down 21-0.
The Seahawks made it 28-0 early in the third quarter when Wilson connected with running back Fred Jackson for a 5-yard touchdown pass on third down. Another touchdown pass, a 53-yarder to Baldwin, increased their lead to 35-0.
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She is struggling to come to terms with the tragic death of her husband in a horrific car crash in the early hours of Friday morning.
On Saturday, grieving Tiffany Thornton posted a long, heart-wrenching and very personal message about Chris Carney on Instagram together with a snap of the couple snuggling up on their wedding day in 2011.
The 29-year-old called Chris "the most incredible person I"ve ever had the blessing of knowing."
So much in love: On Saturday Tiffany Thornton posted this Instagram snap of herself and Chris Carney at their wedding in 2011 as she paid a long and emotional tribute to her husband who died in a car crash on Friday
Andthe heartbroken Disney star ended her emotional tribute, saying: "He was THE BEST father my children could ever have, an incredibly loving and sensitive husband, a wonderful brother and amazing son.
"Thank you for your continued prayers for our family."
Tiffany also revealed that the family planned to hold a remembrance service on Monday at 3pm at the First Church of the Nazarene in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
TIFFANY"S MOVING TRIBUTE TO CHRIS CARNEY IN FULL
"There are so many things I want you to know about Chris but most importantly you must know how earnestly he pursued the Lord, especially in the past year.
"No one is perfect in this world and we all have our battles but it"s the way we get back on our feet and turn it around that really counts. And he did it. He was so on fire for G*d and I know he flew straight into the arms of Jesus, his best friend.
"Please if you"re reading this know that Chris would want you to know the Lord. Don"t wait to run back to G*d. Our days are numbered and G*d is just waiting for you to come back to him.
"There is so much power in the redemption G*d gives us and I am so grateful that Chris and I got to fall in love all over again this past year.
"He was on such an amazing path for the Kingdom, having just gone on a mission trip to Peru with his dad where he shared his beautiful testimony and brought so many people to the Lord.
"He finished writing, directing, producing and editing his first Christian film and he and I got to star in it together as love interests who end up getting married.
"He was THE BEST father my children could ever have, an incredibly loving and sensitive husband, a wonderful brother and amazing son.
"He is already so dearly missed but I promise to spend the rest of my life sharing his testimony so that those who feel they have no place or have come from a place of struggle can learn that the love of the Lord can save us all.
"We will have a service in remembrance of him Monday, December 7th at 3pm and First Church of the Nazarene here in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Visitation will begin at 1:30pm.
"Thank you for your continued prayers for our family as we grieve the loss of my best friend Chris, the most incredible person I"ve ever had the blessing of knowing."
Earlier in the day she posted a snap of Chris holding their sons, Kenneth, three, and 21-month-old Bentley, on what looked like the shores of a lake, captioned simply: "My life. My love. My angel."
Some 11,000 of her fans offered their condolences within two hours of the first image hitting Instagram.
And her pal and Sonny With A Chance co-star Demi Lovato extended her deepest sympathies in a long message she posted with a picture of Tiffany and Chris at their wedding.
Grieving widow: Tiffany also posted this heart-wrenching snap of Chris holding sons, Kenneth, three, and 21-month-old Bentley, captioned simply: "My life. My love. My angel"
The 23-year-old, who was a bridesmaid, wrote: "Been trying to figure out what to say all day... This morning I woke up to terrible news. My good friend Chris Carney has passed away.
"This picture is a perfect example of the love he shared with Tiff and how much fun he was to be around. I"ve been to many weddings but this is by far the most memorable because the way they looked into each other"s eyes and the love they had for one another.
"There were tons of laughs and tons of tears and I"ll never forget the way he looked at her."
In shock: Demi Lovato, Tiffany"s pal and Sonny With A Chance co-star, extended her deepest sympathies for Chris"s tragic death in a long message she posted with a picture of the pair on their wedding day in 2011
Chris was killed when the car he was travelling in careered off U.S. Highway 70 East and crashed into a tree in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
The 35-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene along with the driver, his 37-year-old pal Ezekiel Blanton, according to local to local station KTHV.
Arkansas 911 News was on the scene and reported that the car "left a tire mark at least 70 ft. long which crossed the entire width of the pavement."
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"[The car then exited] the pavement on the left side of the highway and striking a large tree. The vehicle came to final rest just beyond the tree on the grassy roadside."
TMZ claim the star was inebriated before Friday"s crash and was drinking shots of Fireball Whiskey and doing Vegas Bombs to the point he couldn"t stand up.
They claim sources say he was in no position to judge the sobriety of the driver, his friend Ezekiel, who they report had been drinking beer and downing some shots.
Chris was the son of the local mayor and starred in MTV reality show twentyfourseven. He was also a musician who played in the band The Prom Kings.
He and Tiffany briefly separated last year before reconciling and moving back to his home town.
Those left behind: The 35-year-old and Tiffany with their two boysjust two months ago
The Carney family"s spokesman,District Court Judge Ralph Ohm, spoke on behalf of his parents, Rev. Ken Carney and Hot Springs Mayor Ruth Carney.
He told the Hot Springs Sentinel-Record: "Ken and Ruth just ask you to keep the family in your prayers."
While Chris had struggled with alcohol issues, but had seemed to turn his life around and recently returned home for the holidays after a trip to Peru where he dedicated his time to building a church and helping locals.
Hunger Games star Evan Ross also paid an emotional tribute to Chris on Instagram on Friday and sent his love to Tiffany and Chris"s brother Greg, who also starred in the MTV reality show.
"My heart hurts today. U will be missed #chriscarney!! I Love you KING!!!! Sending my love and prayers to this wonderful family @tiffthornton @gregcarneyfu And the whole family. I cant tell you how much you will be missed my brother."
KLAZ, the radio station where Tiffany worked, asked for her fans to pray for the family as well: "Our hearts are breaking at KLAZ and Noalmark Broadcasting.
"Our Tiffany Thornton"s husband died in an auto crash last night.Please send up your prayers for Tiffany and her family.She is loved by us and our many listeners."
New path:While Chris had struggled with alcohol issues, he had seemed to turn his life around and recently returned home after a trip to Peru where he dedicated his time to building a church and helping locals
The driver of the car, Ezekiel Blanton went by Zeke and was a well-loved local who worked as a roofer and ran a clothing business Freedom United Clothing, which gives some of its proceeds to charities aiming to end hunger and poverty.
A fellow churchgoer Judy Oliver Miles paid tribute to Zeke on Facebook, saying: "We all will missZeke Blanton"s sweet spirit and smiling face. G*d Bless this Child of the Lord, Family and Friends."
The tragedy comes as the Blanton family struggle with the loss of Brittany Blanton, who died just three days ago aged 29.
Sad loss:The driver of the car, Ezekiel Blanton went by Zeke and was a well-loved local who worked as a roofer and ran a clothing business, Freedom United Clothing. He is pictured with co-workers second from left
It is not known how she and Zeke were related, but Brittney was one of Tiffany"s close friends and the Disney star spoke of the tragic loss just a few hours before her own husband was killed.
She wrote on Instagram: "I keep thinking this can"t be real. One of my very best friends is gone and the place she holds in my heart will never be filled.
"Brittany was one of the coolest people I"ve ever known, filled with the loudest and most contagious laughter, a huge heart, a beautiful smile and an unbelievable faith in others that not a lot of people have. It was such a blessing having her stand by me in my wedding and I was honored to stand by her in hers."
Terrible time:The tragedy comes as the Blanton family struggle with the loss of Brittany Blanton, who died three days ago aged 29. She was Tiffany"s friend and bridesmaid and the star paid tribute to her hours before her own husband died
Top 10: Kim Kardashian V. Amber Rose, Which Booty Is #1? The battle is on! Kim Kardashian played a harmless prank on Kylie Jenner when she left a p***s-shaped cake on her porch on Dec. 3, but the 18-year-old is looking for revenge.She even declared a prank war on all her sisters watch the videos here!
The Kardashian/Jenner sisters better start watching their backs!Kim Kardashian kicked off whats sure to be an epic practical joke battle when she left a p***s cake onKylie Jenners front step, and according to the youngest family member, the girlsare ALL ready to get in on the action.
So Kim just ding dong ditched me with her friends and dropped this off on my front door, the teenager said in a Snapchat video, showing off the Rice Krispie treat cake in the shape of a p***s. But youre not fooling anyone, Kim, I knew it was you! Ohhhh, burn! It was a pretty good gift, though, because in another video later on, Kylie showed herself off eating it!
But that wasnt all in another clip, she also declared war against Kim, and she got her other sisters, Khloe, Kourtney andKendall, involved.We decided as a group that were gonna start a family war, she explained. Its on, sisters. Considering these girls are all hilarious and creative not to mention, they have a ton of money were sure to see some EPIC pranks coming up.
Now that Kylie isnt living with her boyfriend,Tyga, anymore, she seems to be making a lot more time for family and friends. Although it seems like she and the rapperare still in a relationship its hard to keep up, though! theres definitely a difference in dynamic. Kylie feels like a new woman now that shes not underneath Tyga 24/7, an insider toldHollywoodLife.comEXCLUSIVELY. Theres no pressure on her and theres certainly no arguments. Shes being her natural, cluttered self and loving it.
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Meanwhile, its great to see that the 35-year-old is out and about doing fun things with her friendssheis nine months pregnant, after all, and we know carrying this baby has been rough on her. On top of that, she recently came down with the flu and a sinus infection, so we hope shes not pushing herself too hard! Check out old episodes ofKeeping Up With The Kardashians RIGHT HERE.
HollywoodLifers, what do you think of Kims prank on Kylie? Who do you think will win the prank war?
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The No. 2-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide secured their spot in the SEC title game with a 29-13 win over the Auburn Tigers in the Iron Bowl on Saturday. For a moment, it looked as if the Tigers might have upset on their minds. Bama led 12-6 at the break before pulling away for the victory in the second half.
The Crimson Tide rode running back Derrick Henry to victory. He carried the ball a school-record 46 times as the Tide pounded Auburn into submission. The Florida Gators will oppose Alabama in the SEC Championship Game.
When: Saturday, December 5 at 4 p.m. ET
TV: CBS
The Gators wrapped up the SEC East weeks ago, but few will give them a chance against Alabama.
After struggling to beat the Florida Atlantic Owls last week, Florida"s offense was stymied by the defense of No. 12-ranked Florida State Seminoles on Saturday. The Gators were crushed 27-2.
With their hopes of making the College Football Playoff dashed, the Gators will have to find motivation to beat the best team they will have played all season.
Players to Watch
Jake Coker
Florida will do everything in their power to make Jake Coker beat them. We"ve seen how dominant Bama"s running game can be when it"s clicking. If Florida can hold up at the line of scrimmage, Coker will be forced to convert some difficult third downs.
He completed 17 of 26 passes against Auburn for 176 yards. That included a 34-yard strike to ArDarius Stewart. Alabama doesn"t need Coker to throw for 300 yards. He just has to protect the football and make a few plays on third down.
If that happens, Bama can beat Floridaeven if the latter is at its best.
Treon Harris
Florida"s offense has looked bad in the last two weeks. Truth be told, Treon Harris isn"t much of a QB. He"s an athlete playing the position. He seems to struggle to see downfield, and his accuracy has left a lot to be desired as well. Thomas Goldkamp of 247Sports is baffled by Harris" play on Saturday against the Seminoles:
Heading into the Florida State game, Harris had thrown four interceptions in his last three games. Without question, Florida will go down hard if he turns the ball over against Alabama.
This one could turn into a blowout even if Harris protects the ball; but if the Gators are to have any chance to win, their front seven has to hold against Bama"s run game, and Harris has to find a way to manufacture some offense.
Prediction
There"s always a way for a team to lose, but it really doesn"t seem likely in this case for Alabama. They are the better team on both sides of the ball.
When you look at Bama"s defense, which has allowed a total of 25 points in its last three games, and match it against Florida"s offense, which has scored an average of 13.25 points in its last four contests, the choice is clear.
Alabama will romp its way into the CFP with an SEC Championship Game win.
Nicki Minaj"s Older Brother "CHARGED" With Raping a 12 Year Old Child - The Breakfast Club [Full]
Frank Eltman, Associated Press 5:11 p.m. EST December 4, 2015
Jelani Maraj, brother of Nicki Minaj, on Dec. 2, 2015, in Mineola, N.Y., after he was arrested on rape and other charges involving a victim younger than 13 years old.(Photo: Nassau County Police, AP)
MINEOLA, N.Y. Nicki Minaj"s older brother has been accused of raping a child younger than 13 several times between April and November.
Jelani Maraj, 37, of Baldwin, was arraigned Thursday in a Long Island hospital on charges of first-degree rape and first-degree sexual conduct against a child, a Nassau County court official said.
He was arrested on Tuesday but suffered an unknown medical condition that required him to be arraigned two days later at Nassau University Medical Center.
It was not immediately clear if Maraj entered a plea, but he was released on $100,000 bail. His New York City attorney did not return repeated telephone calls seeking comment on Friday.
Investigators wrote in court documents that the victim was younger than 13 and that Maraj raped the child several times. Some details in the court documents were blacked-out by a judge.
A spokesman for the district attorney"s office declined to comment on the allegations.
Nicki Minaj accepts the award for favorite album - rap/hip-hop at the American Music Awards on Nov. 22, 2015, in Los Angeles.(Photo: Matt Sayles/Invision/AP)
Minaj, who won two American Music Awards last month for favorite artist and album-rap/hip-hop, did not immediately comment through a representative.
Minaj, who turns 33 next week,was born on Trinidad as Onika Maraj and was raised in Queens.
She attended her brother"s wedding to fiance Jacqueline Robinson in August on Long Island, according to her Instagram, which shows her, in a form-fitting red dress, hugginghim and her parents.
"Jelani, I love u more than you"ll ever comprehend," herpost on one picture read.
"I would cross the ocean for u. I would go & bring u the moon. Promise u. For u I will. I love my brother so much man," read the post on another picture.
She expressed her love,and the pictures generated hundreds of thousands of likes, but the comments section quickly filled up with vitriol directed at her and her brother.
She blushed. Looked down. Smiled shyly. In an instant, decades vanished. It was 1944. As she told and retold the story, a mature woman was suddenly a giddy, giggly girl. She lived inside the memory, happily and often. And my memory of her memory warms me to this day: My mom, the bobbysoxer. And Frank Sinatra.
Only seven years after the man dubbed The Voice turned my mom-to-be swoony and woozy at New Yorks Paramount Theaterthe day immortalized by New York media as The Columbus Day Riothe pivoted westward to debut at the Desert Inn in 1951. Two years later, hed make the Sands his headquarters and Las Vegas his sandboxand through his swingin endorsement, the worlds playground.
Merely twobut my favorite twoof the reasons to be grateful for the legend later crowned Chairman of the Board and Ol Blue Eyes, who wouldve turned 100 on Dec. 12 and is the de facto Godfather of Vegas Entertainment. Compelling cases can be made that Elvis Presley and Liberace should share that honor. In fact, Liberace arrived here in 1944 and made the city his home. Presley showed up in 1956 and has long been our most caricatured icon.
Yet Sinatra is this towns ultimate historical ambassador because he embodied what the city is to virtually everyonea pipeline to the pleasure center of the brain. The id unleashed.
Sinatra didnt just perform in Vegas. He inhaled it. With fellow Rat Packers Dino, Sammy, Joey and Peter, he smashed the formalities of entertainment here. Within a loose structure, they largely made it up as they went along onstage before an audience that included a dashing president-to-be. Then, rather than disappear behind the curtain, they invaded the casinos, tossing dice, dealing cards, schmoozing crowds, guzzling booze, keeping the town awake 24/7most famously during production of 1960s Oceans 11, filming all day and prowling all night. All with Sinatra as the hepcat and top dog.
Other stars were Vegas performers. Some were also Vegas partiers. Sinatra was a Vegas bacchanal. He made this cityespecially for those of us obsessed with the entertainment industrya must-visit destination. Or, in my case, a must-live imperative, still a live-wire thrill for me nearly 20 years after my U-Haul van pulled up.
I thank Frank for that big-picture gift. So should everyone who happily and hungrily indulges their appetites here. But I thank him even more for the small gift of allowing me to watch my mother grow younger before my eyes.
Traveling back through time to that theater on Broadway when the Sinatra swell of popularity engorged into a tidal wave, my mom would become a girl of 21 again, flush with euphoria. Describing being one little ripple in the sea of bobbysoxers, nearly fainting as the singer crooned Ill Never Smile Againhis skinny frame seemingly invisible behind the microphone standsent new goose bumps down her arm with each retelling.
Sinatra gave me what no yellowing old photo ever could: the dewy, vibrant woman she was long before I came along. Whenever that memory possessed her anew, she glowed, as if inside a tingling force field of golden yesterdays. For thatand for giving this city its beating heartthanks, Mr. S. In Frank-speak, have a swingin, cuckoo birthday, baby.
