Seven-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson says 2020 will be his final season of full-time racing.
The winningest driver of his era will have a 19th season in the No. 48 Chevrolet and once again chase a record eighth championship.
"I am so thankful for 18 incredible years of racing in NASCAR," Johnson said in the black-and-white video comprised of highlights from his career. "This sport has been good to me and allowed me to do something I truly love. I showed up chasing a dream and achieved more than I thought possible. I am looking forward to next season and celebrating what will be my last year as a full-time Cup driver. I know what this team is capable of and I hope 2020 is one of the best yet."
college basketball
Memphis star can play Jan. 12
The NCAA cleared heralded freshman James Wiseman to return to the basketball court Jan. 12. Wiseman will sit out a total of 12 games under a decision announced by the NCAA. The sports governing body also announced that Wiseman must donate $11,500 to charity of his choice to regain his eligibility.
The NCAA had ruled Wiseman was "likely ineligible" because of $11,500 future Memphis coach Penny Hardaway gave the center's family for moving expenses from Nashville to Memphis in the summer of 2017.
... Joey Brunk scored a season-high 16 points and Devonte Green added 16 to lead Indiana past Princeton 79-54. ... Caleb McConnell had 16 points to lead Rutgers past Stephen F. Austin 69-57.
around the horn
NFL: The one-game NFL suspension for Cleveland Browns starting defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi for his role in the brawl with the Pittsburgh Steelers was upheld by an appeals officer. Teammate Myles Garrett's also received his hearing but no decision was announced.
... Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky said his right hip feels almost "day and night" better and expressed optimism he will be ready to play Sunday against the Giants.
