Study estimates 75% of NFL players who died from 2008 to 2023 had CTE
The finding reinforces the link between football and the neurodegenerative disease and is likely to intensify debate over player safety.
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Big 12 fines UCF $100,000 for anti-Mormon chants, sets in-game penalties for repeat offenses
The conference is adding on-field penalties for discriminatory conduct at sporting events after chants aimed at BYU's Mormon fans.
sports.yahoo · +7 outlets
Big Ten adopts Protect College Sports Act pay rules without waiting on Congress
The move advances direct athlete compensation models amid stalled federal legislation on college sports.
The New York Times · +14 outlets
Ernie Johnson to retire as host of Inside the NBA after the season
The longtime host's exit marks the end of an era for one of the NBA's most-watched studio shows.
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Rays name Drew Rasmussen to start World Series Game 5 on short rest
Tampa Bay turns to Rasmussen on three days' rest to stave off elimination after a dramatic Game 4 win kept the series alive.
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Rays walk off Brewers in extras to avoid World Series sweep, force Game 5
The extra-innings victory kept Tampa Bay's improbable comeback hopes alive heading into Wednesday's Game 5.
The New York Times · +9 outlets
Vincent Kompany discharged from hospital after collapsing at Bayern training
The Bayern Munich coach was hospitalized last week with a meningeal irritation and is reported to be doing well.
Skysports · +14 outlets
Liverpool beat Chelsea on penalties to reach Carabao Cup quarter-finals
Wesley Fofana missed the decisive spot kick as Liverpool advanced 6-5 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
Skysports · +14 outlets
Garrett Wilson says he doesn't want a trade but is frustrated by targets and losing
The Jets receiver's comments come amid a difficult season and persistent trade speculation ahead of the deadline.
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Jalen Williams has leg surgery, will be re-evaluated before 2027 NBA playoffs
The Thunder forward's extended absence is a significant blow for Oklahoma City's season.
sports.yahoo · +14 outlets
Jim Harbaugh says Mike McDaniel will stay on as Chargers offensive playcaller
The winless Chargers are keeping McDaniel in the role despite a rough start to the season.
ESPN · +9 outlets
Valkyries take 3-2 WNBA Finals lead as Game 6 preview looms
Golden State's defense and Kiah Stokes carried a 64-55 Game 5 win; Atlanta faces elimination at home in Thursday's matinee Game 6.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Timberwolves lose Anthony Edwards for two months with knee injury
Minnesota is weighing lineup adjustments to cope with the extended absence of its All-Star guard.
sports.yahoo · +14 outlets
Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton week-to-week with hamstring strain
The injury comes after Haliburton missed all of last season with an Achilles tear.
CBS Sports · +14 outlets
Carabao Cup quarter-final draw: Liverpool host Bournemouth, Fleetwood to face Everton or Newcastle
The draw set up the last-eight matchups after Wednesday's fourth-round results.
BBC · +14 outlets
Kawhi Leonard shut down at least a week; Ja'Kobe Walter takes Raptors starting spot
Leonard will undergo treatment for knee swelling, opening a starting role for Walter in Toronto.
sports.yahoo · +14 outlets
Chargers safety Derwin James could land on injured reserve with hamstring injury
The injury is another setback for a winless Los Angeles team already struggling this season.
sports.yahoo
Lakers rule out Luka Doncic and Ziaire Williams vs. Clippers
Both teams will be shorthanded for the Los Angeles crosstown matchup, with the Clippers missing Rui Hachimura.
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