ESPN secures handshake agreement for 24-team College Football Playoff starting 2027
ESPN would pay about $345 million more per year for the expanded field, a move critics including Nick Saban oppose.
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Brewers sweep Dodgers to reach World Series, await Rays or Guardians
Milwaukee completed an NLCS sweep of Los Angeles, setting up a Fall Classic featuring two of MLB's smallest spenders.
ESPN · +14 outlets
NFL removes Josh Jacobs and Jonathon Cooper from commissioner exempt list
Both players missed six games on paid leave and are now eligible for Week 7, though Cooper could still face discipline.
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Guardians lead Rays 2-1 in ALCS as rain delays Game 4 in Cleveland
Cleveland took a 2-1 series lead after Game 3, and heavy rain at Progressive Field threatened the Game 4 start time.
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WNBA Finals open as Dream face Valkyries in Golden State
Golden State's defense takes on Angel Reese and Atlanta, with Allisha Gray's status for Game 1 unclear.
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NCAA sues Ohio governor over order granting extra year of eligibility
The lawsuit challenges an executive order that would extend collegiate eligibility, testing the NCAA's authority over state mandates.
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Eagles rule out Saquon Barkley, lose RB depth; DeVonta Smith set to return
Philadelphia's backfield is depleted for Week 6 against Carolina, though Smith appears ready to play.
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Lamar Jackson ruled out for Ravens vs. Browns; Tyler Huntley to start
The Ravens again turn to Huntley as Jackson is sidelined, while Jalen Hurts is also out for the Eagles.
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Titans CEO apologizes to fans, backs coach Robert Saleh and GM
Tennessee's leadership expressed regret over the team's losing stretch while voicing support for its coach and general manager.
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LeBron James gets 76ers intro, chalk toss in first Philadelphia preseason game
The 41-year-old made his home debut for Philadelphia after joining the team this summer.
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Eagles QB Jalen Hurts' health draws concern from teammates, Sirianni
Philadelphia's coach focused on his relationship with the quarterback rather than detailing his diagnosis ahead of Week 6.
ESPN · +3 outlets
Stephen Ross sells another Dolphins stake at $12.5B valuation
The minority sale signals continued investor demand for NFL franchises, while Troy Aikman's Dolphins consultant role remains in limbo.
Yahoo Sports · +10 outlets
Cardinals rule rookie RB Jeremiyah Love out vs. Rams with ankle injury
Arizona sat its prized rookie as the team said it was doing what is right for his injured left ankle.
ESPN · +8 outlets
NBA restricts risky player prop bets under new betting policy
The league is drawing new lines on which player markets fans can wager on, tightening oversight of gambling offerings.
Frontofficesports · +14 outlets
SEC's Greg Sankey open to self-governance if Protect College Sports Act fails
The commissioner signaled the conference may pursue its own governance model as federal legislation hangs in the balance.
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Washington QB Demond Williams Jr. out vs. Purdue with rib injury
The Huskies will start backup Elijah Brown as they try to fix offensive issues on the road.
CBS Sports · +14 outlets
Texas Tech QB Thomas Castellanos regains eligibility after injunction
A judge's order against the NCAA makes the quarterback available for Saturday's game against Arizona State.
CBS Sports · +1 outlets
NBA players union prepares for second-apron fight years before CBA expires
The union is gearing up early to challenge spending restrictions that complicate roster building for high-payroll teams.
The New York Times