The best photos from the week in sports: Nov. 24 - Dec. 1

Tryptophan may have put you to sleep, but it sure didn't seem to affect any athletes in the days after Thanksgiving.

Last weekend provided football fans, especially those of the college variety, with a hugely important slate of games during Rivalry Weekend. The consequential matchups came just over a week ahead of College Football Playoff Selection Day this Sunday when bowl game pairings will be announced.

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Not to be outdone, many NFL teams find themselves in the midst of a playoff hunt after 12 weeks of action.

Elsewhere in sports, basketball and hockey commanded attention across the U.S., while soccer, figure skating and tennis captivated audiences worldwide.

Click through the slideshow above to see photos from all of these events and more, and be sure to check back next weekend for our selection of the best shots from the coming week's action.

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