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Dec 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons (11) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Micah Parsons fires back at Jerry Jones about contract negotiations

Ole Miss student Mary Kate Cornett planning legal action against Pat McAfee, ESPN

NFL's virtual first down measurement rule changes were a long time coming

Ben Johnson focusing on the one 'huge stat' to turn Bears into contenders

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Indiana Fever player Caitlin Clark on hand during the annual State of Tourism event in Indianapolis.

Caitlin Clark, Dude Perfect team up for new trick shot video

Terrell Suggs, former Arizona State University football athlete, attends a ceremony where he is inducted to the ASU Hall of Fame at the San Tan Ford Club at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe on October 7, 2022.

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Terrell Suggs, former Ravens star, sentenced on gun charges after drive-thru argument

Feb 28, 2025; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet (35) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Red Sox's $170 million Garrett Crochet contract could pay huge dividends

March 20, 2025; Denver, CO, USA; Texas A&M Aggies head coach Buzz Williams reacts during the first half against the Yale Bulldogs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Buzz Williams is exactly who Maryland needed to replace Kevin Willard

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Feb 10, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; San Francisco 49ers chief executive officer Jed York at the Super Bowl LIX host committee handoff press conference. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

49ers' Jed York's comments on player exodus should not inspire confidence from fans

Nov 23, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Colorado head coach Deion Sanders paces the field during the 2nd quarter between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Colorado Buffaloes at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

Deion Sanders Commits to Colorado with New $52M Deal

Kansas City Chiefs ownership family member Gracie Hunt against the Philadelphia Eagles during Super Bowl LVII.

Kansas City Chiefs heiress Gracie Hunt gives 26 motivational life tips after birthday

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts lines up for the tush push play on the goal line against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome.

NFL tables banning of tush push; however, there is a catch

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Mar 31, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (7) talks to guard Luka Doncic (77) during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Lakers Face Crucial Test Against Surging Rockets

Mar 30, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) reacts after a fight against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter at Target Center. Stewart was later ejected from the game. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Scuffle Between Pistons and Timberwolves Heats Up Target Center

Mar 29, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) embrace after the game at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Michael Wilbon calls out ESPN for its "pandering" LeBron James coverage

Mar 27, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) goes to the basket against Utah Jazz forward KJ Martin (99) during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

The Utah Jazz are conveniently having their worst season ever

Weekend Roundup: Final Four set, Yankees 'torpedo' bats, honoring JuJu, NBA chaos, and more

Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome cuts down the net after winning the South Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament against the Michigan State Spartans at State Farm Arena.

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Mar 30, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) watches his three run home run against the Milwaukee Brewers during the seventh inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The Torpedo Bat is baseball’s hottest controversy—and the Yankees are leading the charge

A detail view of the Sacramento patch the Athletics are wearing during the sixth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Sutter Health Park.

Athletics continue 'not a real franchise' decisions with press conference location

Canadian track and field athlete Alysha Newman arrives at the Red Carpet for the ESPYs.

OnlyFans Olympian Alysha Newman throws out first pitch at Toronto Blue Jays game

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz hits a three-run home run in the second inning against the Texas Rangers at Great American Ball Park.

Cincinnati Reds star gets in on torpedo bat action with monster night

Sports Media

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark smiles during a game at the Big Ten basketball tournament.

WNBA star Caitlin Clark, Serena Williams link up for legendary photo at NFL event

NFL Network host Kyle Brandt during the Cincinnati Bengals game against the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LVI.

Kyle Brandt gives heartfelt goodbye to NFL Network colleague Peter Schrager

NFL Network personality Peter Schrager on the sidelines before a game between the Buffalo Bills and the Miami Dolphins.

'Good Morning Football' host Peter Schrager gives emotional goodbye to NFL Network

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown gestures at the line of scrimmage against the Los Angeles Chargers during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. The Chargers won 33-30.

Antonio Brown's son shows off wide receiver skills in latest viral video

Mar 26, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

LeBron James shows love to Nick Wright amid Stephen A. Smith beef

Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt with his wife Tavia Hunt and daughter Gracie Hunt on the red carpet at the NFL Honors awards.

Chiefs owner Clark Hunt's wife Tavia pens sweet bday notes to daughters

Stephen A. Smith on the ESPN NBA Countdown live set at Intuit Dome.

Stephen A Smith pays tribute to college basketball legend who is very much alive

Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt with his wife Tavia Shackles. and daughter Gracie Hunt.

Chiefs heiress Gracie Hunt pens heartfelt birthday note to sister Ava

ESPN's Erin Dolan gets increased full-time role with network

Mar 27, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) before a game against the Chicago Bulls at United Center.

ESPN reporter breaks silence after LeBron James shaded him in Pat McAfee interview

Peter Schrager during Fox Sports media day at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

'Good Morning Football' host set to leave NFL Network for ESPN

Former Houston Texans JJ Watt speaks to the fans during his Ring Of Honor Ceremony at halftime during the game between the Texans and Pittsburgh Steelers at NRG Stadium.

J.J. Watt's CBS arrival means Charles Davis' future is unknown