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McGregor announces June return fight; UFC mum

Conor McGregor said he will fight Michael Chandler on June 29 in what would be his first fight since 2021. The UFC has not publicly commented on that proposal. January 01, 2024 at 12:22AM

Ravens honor ex-RB Rice, cut in '14, as 'legend'

Former RB Ray Rice, who hasn't played in the NFL since a domestic violence incident in 2014, was honored by the Ravens on Sunday as a "Legend of the Game." January 01, 2024 at 12:22AM

Eagles safety Sydney Brown takes it to the house on 99-yard pick-six

Brown intercepted Kyler Murray and weaved down the field for a touchdown, giving Philly a two-score lead. January 01, 2024 at 12:33AM

Patriots' Jalen Reagor scores 98-yard TD on opening kickoff

Before either offense got on the field, New England scored on Buffalo with a thrilling kickoff return. January 01, 2024 at 12:33AM

Year 1 of Arch Manning: The frustrations and lessons the QB encountered at Texas

For the first time in his life, Manning has been on the back burner, but in his one year at Texas, he has learned to be patient. December 31, 2023 at 02:01AM

LAFC signs WC-winning GK Lloris from Spurs

France's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has joined MLS club LAFC from Tottenham Hotspur, both clubs said on Saturday. December 31, 2023 at 01:10AM

Dr. A's weekly risers and fallers: Ivica Zubac, Giannis Antetokounmpo make the list

Who are the fantasy basketball players on the rise? Whose fantasy value is falling? Steve Alexander lays it all out for you in his weekly look around the NBA. December 29, 2023 at 11:49PM

Source: Fins' Waddle likely out against Ravens

Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, who is nursing a high ankle sprain, is not expected to play Sunday at the Ravens, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. December 29, 2023 at 01:26AM

Source: LAFC, Spurs in talks over Lloris transfer

LAFC are in advanced talks to sign Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, a source has told ESPN. December 29, 2023 at 12:33AM

Stock watch: Holiday week streamers and matchups

Notes, pickups, and trends from around the NHL to set your fantasy hockey lineups for the rest of the week. December 28, 2023 at 12:14AM

Game lines: Fresh off MNF upset, 49ers biggest favorite of the week

Current lines, ATS, money lines and totals as well as our Football Power Index picks for every Week 17 game. December 27, 2023 at 12:16AM

Raiders' defense scores two touchdowns in 7-second span

The Raiders answered a Chiefs touchdown with a pair of their own to take a 17-7 lead on Christmas Day. December 26, 2023 at 12:59AM

RJ Barrett, Steph Curry among top NBA Christmas Day pregame looks

Stars across the NBA showed off their joy for the season with holiday-inspired looks. December 25, 2023 at 11:47PM

Our guide to the NFL's three Christmas Day games: Matchup keys, predictions, playoff stakes, score picks

Everything you need to know for three NFL games on Christmas Day, including predictions, X factors, playoff implications and who will win. December 25, 2023 at 01:06AM

Ohtani gifts new Porsche to Kelly's wife for No. 17

New Dodgers acquisition Shohei Ohtani gifted a new Porsche to the wife of pitcher Joe Kelly in return for her campaign to give her husband's No. 17 to the two-way star. December 25, 2023 at 12:21AM

Man City win Club World Cup with ease, but did anyone care?

Guardiola and Man City took the Club World Cup seriously, but the tournament really offered little genuine competition and was seen as a distraction from the Premier League rather than the main event. December 23, 2023 at 11:36PM

As MLS 2024 schedule releases, all eyes turn to Messi

Messi's arrival in Major League Soccer boosted ticket sales and global attention on the league, with higher expectations for Year 2. The trick, though, will be how to leverage his finite time in the league for long-term dividends. December 23, 2023 at 12:01AM

Early bowl picks: Logic trumps analytics at times

Kevin Pulsifer makes his picks for the weekend's batch of bowl games, taking into account players who may be opting out of games and how motivated teams might be. December 21, 2023 at 11:50PM

DeVito on pizza flap: Stuff slipped through cracks

Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito admitted some stuff "slipped through the cracks" and recently hired a new marketing team to make sure it won't happen again moving forward. December 21, 2023 at 03:33AM

Tide QB Buchner returning to Irish for lacrosse

Alabama backup quarterback Tyler Buchner says he will transfer back to Notre Dame to play lacrosse, returning to the school where he played football for two seasons. December 21, 2023 at 12:33AM

Cabrera clear to return to PGA Tour after prison

Two-time major champion Angel Cabrera, released on parole from an Argentina prison in August for gender violence, has been cleared to play in PGA Tour-sanctioned events. December 20, 2023 at 02:32AM

Houston's Arceneaux out for remainder of season

Houston sophomore Terrance Arceneaux will miss the rest of the season after suffering a torn right Achilles. December 20, 2023 at 12:28AM

'He knows what he's looking for': How Yamamoto became baseball's most coveted free agent

The best remaining free agent in baseball brings plenty of questions -- about his size, his transition, his training regimen -- but also some of the best stuff in the sport. December 19, 2023 at 12:18AM

Fourth-down magic: Bailey Zappe-Hunter Henry TD connection gets Patriots on the board

Zappe stood tough in the pocket and hit Henry in the end zone as the Patriots are giving the Chiefs a battle. December 18, 2023 at 12:50AM

Source: Patricia to call plays for Eagles' defense

Matt Patricia will take over the Eagles' defensive playcalling after the team dropped back-to-back games, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. December 18, 2023 at 12:17AM

Rams downgrade Donald (groin) to questionable

Defensive tackle Aaron Donald has been downgraded to questionable for the Los Angeles Rams' Week 15 game against the Washington Commanders because of groin tightness. December 17, 2023 at 02:10AM

College football bowl takeaways: Ohio freshman scores five touchdowns to open bowl season

The best of bowl season: Game takeaways, MVPs and top social media moments. December 17, 2023 at 01:35AM

Bengals lose DT Reader, DB Ivey to knee injuries

Bengals defensive tackle DJ Reader left Saturday's game against the Vikings with a knee injury and was later ruled out for the remainder of the contest. December 17, 2023 at 12:15AM

Colorado adds to transfer haul, lands Wade twins

Colorado added twins Destin and Keaten Wade, who are transferring from Kentucky, on Friday. December 16, 2023 at 01:29AM

McDaniel: 'Conversation' to dictate Hill's status

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill's availability for Sunday's game against the New York Jets remains in question, coach Mike McDaniel said Friday after the NFL's leading receiver missed his third straight practice with an ankle injury. December 15, 2023 at 11:49PM

Source: Browns' Flacco can earn $4.05M for wins

The Browns signed Joe Flacco to their active roster Thursday. His one-year deal includes $4.05 million in incentives based on winning, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. December 15, 2023 at 01:10AM

'Mutant genes': Lions' Gardner-Johnson cleared

Lions defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson has been medically cleared, according to coach Dan Campbell. December 15, 2023 at 12:22AM

Oregon St. QB Chiles follows Smith to Spartans

Former Oregon State quarterback Aidan Chiles is transferring to Michigan State. December 15, 2023 at 12:22AM

Stock watch: How coaching change affects struggling Blues

Notes, pickups, and trends from around the NHL to set your fantasy hockey lineups for the rest of the week. December 14, 2023 at 01:31AM

Facts vs. Feelings: Limping into the fantasy playoffs

Liz Loza has thoughts on starting Tua Tagovailoa, Jordan Love, James Conner, Ezekiel Elliott and others. December 14, 2023 at 12:24AM

'The hat is kind of my thing': Tommy DeVito's agent on his viral fame

A sharp suit and hat made Sean Stellato a viral sensation; he has an even better outfit planned for next game. December 13, 2023 at 02:13AM

Champions League live updates, analysis: Must-win game for Man United

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Girona are legit in LaLiga title race, Arsenal trip up at Villa, trouble for Ten Hag, more

Sunday night's 4-2 win on the road proves Girona are in LaLiga's title race, and Barcelona need to put this result out of their minds quickly. PLUS: Arsenal lost ground in the title race and is time running out for Ten Hag at Man United? December 12, 2023 at 12:04AM

Bears' DJ Moore rushes for 16-yard touchdown

The wide receiver faked a handoff to the quarterback and took the ball 16 yards for a touchdown. December 11, 2023 at 12:13AM

Follow live: Army and Navy clash with the Commander-In-Chief's Trophy on the line

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Talk cheap for Ten Hag as Bournemouth embarrass Man United

Man United were supposed to have turned a corner, but they were soundly beaten and it could have been worse. December 10, 2023 at 12:17AM

Giants DC wants to stay despite reported tension

Giants defensive coordinator Wink Martindale said he wants to stay with the team despite reports of tension between him and head coach Brian Daboll. December 09, 2023 at 01:10AM

Browns not naming QB yet, between Flacco, DTR

The Browns will start either veteran Joe Flacco or rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson, but they aren't saying yet. December 09, 2023 at 12:02AM

NWSL expanding regular season, playoffs in '24

The National Women's Soccer League announced the framework for its 190-game 2024 schedule on Thursday, which includes an expanded 8-team playoff competing for the NWSL title. December 08, 2023 at 02:28AM

RB Etienne latest Gator to enter transfer portal

Florida running back Trevor Etienne entered the transfer portal Thursday. December 08, 2023 at 12:29AM

'We were a couple': Taylor Swift opens up about Travis Kelce dating timeline

It is, in fact, a love story. After being named Time Magazine's Person of the Year, Taylor Swift took the opportunity to shed some light on her relationship with Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce. December 07, 2023 at 01:12AM

Brock Lesnar's daughter breaks school shot put record

WWE superstar Brock Lesnar's daughter shattered the school record at Colorado State in the shot put. December 07, 2023 at 01:12AM

USWNT already changing (and improving!) since Emma Hayes was named manager

Emma Hayes hasn't officially started as USWNT's manager, but her influence was all over the team's two wins over China. Here's what we learned. December 06, 2023 at 11:50PM

NFL Nation Fantasy Fallout: Trust Chuba Hubbard?

Our NFL Nation reporters answer key questions following the Week 13 games, including which Rams receiver is most reliable, whether Chuba Hubbard can continue his roll, and what it means heading into Week 14. December 06, 2023 at 01:15AM

Filip Forsberg on Predators, (not) meeting Messi, NHL All-Star draft, hot chicken, his famous mustache

The veteran forward is a big reason why the Preds are knocking on the playoff door, and made an appearance on "The Drop" this week to discuss many topics. December 05, 2023 at 11:36PM

Titans fire ST coordinator after punting miscues

The Titans fired special teams coordinator Craig Aukerman on Monday and replaced him with Tom Quinn. December 05, 2023 at 12:28AM

Betting odds and lines for 2023-24 College Football Playoff

Here are all of the betting odds, lines, spreads and FPI information for the 2023-04 College Football Playoff. December 04, 2023 at 12:02AM

Euro 2024 group-stage draw reaction, predictions, keys, more

The Euro 2024 group stage is complete, and there's a lot to talk about, as holders Italy are drawn against Spain and Croatia while England gets a favorable draw. Here's our predictions and group-by-group breakdowns. December 03, 2023 at 01:11AM

Euro 2024: Bracket and fixtures schedule

Check out all the fixtures, venues and kick-off times for Euro 2024 including the knockout bracket. December 03, 2023 at 12:17AM

Nevada fires Wilson after pair of 2-win seasons

After going 2-10 each of the past two seasons, Nevada coach Ken Wilson has been fired. December 02, 2023 at 12:31AM