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Sat, Oct 17, 6:45 AM ET
ESPN reaches handshake agreement to air expanded 24-team College Football Playoff starting 2027, at about $345M more per year
The CFP's move to a 24-team field is close to done, with the network's added annual payment and criticism over the format's cost and math drawing scrutiny.
sports.yahoo · +3 outlets
Brewers sweep Dodgers in NLCS, reach first World Series since 1982
Milwaukee's sweep ends Los Angeles' three-peat bid and reshapes the offseason for the sport's biggest spender.
ESPN · +13 outlets
Broncos' Jonathon Cooper and Packers' Josh Jacobs removed from NFL commissioner exempt list, eligible for Week 7
Both players return to availability while their off-field matters and possible league discipline remain unresolved.
CBS Sports · +14 outlets
NBA tells sportsbook partners to ban certain bets and restrict same-player unders parlays
The league's move follows recent gambling scandals and targets markets seen as vulnerable to manipulation.
CBS Sports · +13 outlets
Ravens rule out QB Lamar Jackson for Week 6 vs. Browns; Tyler Huntley to start again
Baltimore turns to its backup for a second straight week in a game with first place in the AFC North on the line.
sports.yahoo · +14 outlets
Rays and Guardians set for ALCS Game 4 as rain threatens Cleveland
Cleveland leads the series 2-1 and weather could disrupt the schedule; Milwaukee has already booked its World Series spot from the NL side.
CBS Sports · +14 outlets
Eagles' Jalen Hurts out with blood clot concern; Joe Milton expected to sign from Cowboys
Philadelphia's quarterback situation dominates Week 6 as teammates and coaches voice concern about Hurts' health.
ESPN · +14 outlets
NCAA sues Ohio governor over executive order letting schools ignore new eligibility rule
The governing body's legal action escalates a state-versus-NCAA conflict over who sets athlete eligibility standards.
AP News · +14 outlets
Jon Rahm forfeits roughly $100M owed by LIV Golf to secure exit from the league
The departure of a marquee signing adds to uncertainty over LIV's future, with its 2027 survival reportedly to be known by end of October.
BBC · +5 outlets
Seahawks stick with Sam Darnold at quarterback despite seven interceptions in four games
Coach Mike Macdonald publicly backs his starter as Seattle's turnover problems mount.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Real Madrid demands resignation of La Liga president Javier Tebas over Goebbels comparison
The feud between Spain's biggest club and its league chief escalates after comments comparing Madrid's media strategy to Nazi propaganda.
sports.yahoo · +14 outlets
Sonics' Seattle return 'no longer a lock,' per ESPN report on NBA expansion
Reporting on league expansion chatter signals Seattle's long-expected franchise is not guaranteed as talks continue.
ESPN · +7 outlets
Broncos face questions on Bo Nix as Waddle integration stalls
Analysts and a former quarterback criticize Denver's passing offense even as the team keeps winning.
CBS Sports · +2 outlets
Texas Tech QB Thomas Castellanos regains eligibility after judge grants injunction against NCAA
The ruling makes the quarterback available again after he missed a game while ruled ineligible.
CBS Sports · +5 outlets
WNBA Finals open with Dream vs. Valkyries; Angel Reese embraces first Finals, Allisha Gray status unclear
Atlanta's title chances may hinge on Gray's availability as Golden State hosts Game 1.
CBS Sports · +14 outlets
Shohei Ohtani says he plans to pitch in 2027, surgery decision unclear
The Dodgers' offseason planning hinges on the two-way star's health and looming labor uncertainty.
MLB Trade Rumors · +7 outlets
Eagles' Saquon Barkley ruled out vs. Panthers; DeVonta Smith likely to return
Philadelphia's backfield thins further with Barkley sidelined by a hamstring injury.
ESPN
Cardinals rule rookie RB Jeremiyah Love out for Week 6 vs. Rams with ankle injury
Arizona sits its prized rookie rather than risk further damage to his left ankle.
ESPN

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