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Mar 10, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton and Maverick Carter the business manager and childhood friend of Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (not pictured) attend the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center.

Has the athlete-turned-media-mogul career path peaked?

Nov 16, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) before the game against the Utah Utes at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Travis Hunter will 'definitely' enter 2025 NFL Draft with a very ambitious goal

Sep 15, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) and tight end Travis Kelce (87) return to the sidelines after a score against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce burglaries tied to South American crime syndicate

Logan Allen and Trent Vaught compete in the team roping competition on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024 during the North America Championship Rodeo at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Ky.

Dodgers’ owner finds next frontier for his sports investment portfolio

South Bend Cubs mascot Stu waves the winning flag after a minor league baseball game against the Lake County Captains at Four Winds Field on Friday, June 21, 2024, in South Bend.

Senator proposes minor league baseball bill; what would Dick Durbin's 'Fair Ball Act' accomplish?

The Latest

ESPN NFL Draft Analyst drops latest 2025 first-round draft projection

It's never too early to look toward the future, especially if your team has no chance of making a postseason run

Must see games in Week 12 of the 2024 NFL season

The Week 12 slate of the NFL season may not look the best on paper. But there are a few diamonds in the rough.

Sasaki is the latest Japanese pitcher to make a move to the MLB

Why Roki Sasaki is waiting until 2025 to be posted

The Japanese pitcher is set to garner a lot of attention in free agency

College Football 2024: Best games to watch in Week 13

Week 13 of the college football season has a few heavyweight showdowns that are must-see.

College Football 2024: Best uniform combinations of Week 13

A closer look at the teams wearing the best uniforms of the weekend.

Deion Sanders has his Buffaloes poised to make the CFP

A new favorite has emerged in the Big 12

Deion Sanders has done an incredible job turning Colorado into a contender

Sports Media

Oct 16, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred before game three of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field.

The parameters of baseball’s next CBA negotiations are already taking shape

ESPN to end 'Around the Horn': Report

Dec 4, 2023; Nashville, TN, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington is interviewed by the MLB Network during the 2023 MLB Winter Meetings.

MLB Network is offering buyouts in an attempt to downsize: Report

Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver arrives prior to the WNBA All Star Game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Adam Silver blames the NBA's poor ratings on election, World Series

NFL

Sep 22, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis duirng the game against the Carolina Panthers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Raiders reportedly agree to sell minority stake to Endeavor chairman

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) looks on prior to the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

Drew Lock's disappointment adds to 'ton of emotions' in Giants QB room

EXCLUSIVE: John Elway talks to The Big Lead about his health, the 2024 Broncos and more

58074 Bergen, East Rutherford 11/22/2009 GIANTS STADIUM Giants Eli Manning gets a high five from Shaun O'Hara after a second half Madison Hedgecock touchdown during Sunday's defeat of the Atlanta Falcons 34-31 at Giants Stadium. TYSON TRISH/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Eli Manning's Hall of Fame semifinalist selection revives heated debate

NBA

Nov 20, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) reacts during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Joel Embiid surprisingly flops at the free-throw line (Video)

Nov 18, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) looks on against the Miami Heat during the third quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

NBA analyst claims Joel Embiid never wanted to team up with Paul George

Nov 20, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts in the third quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

One Western Conference team is no longer interested in trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Nov 7, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy reacts in the third quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Jazz coach brutally calls out players for a huge 'problem' after Lakers loss

MLB

Oct 29, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) on third base during the first inning in game four of the 2024 MLB World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Juan Soto has 'Good meeting' with Yankees amid Mets, Dodgers, Red Sox free agency rumors

The Rays may be playing their last few years in Tampa

The Rays' future in the Tampa Bay area is in danger

Steve Cohen is the richest owner in the MLB

Michael Kay thinks this team really wants Juan Soto

May 22, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt and first baseman Rhys Hoskins (17) after throwing out the first pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park.

A Phillies legend gets the 'MLB Network Presents' documentary treatment

Roundup

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders may not be sticking around in Boulder.

A Coach Prime NFL rumor, benching Aaron Rodgers and LeBron's new Laker love in today's Roundup

The Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers will mix it up tonight for the first time since the playoffs last season.

Undefeated Cavs v. champion Celtics, the reeling Cowboys and the NBA's biggest loser in today's Roundup

Josh Allen leaps over Chiefs safety Chamarri Conner to get a first down.

Roundup: A wild NFL weekend, LeBron James and a new home for 'Inside the NBA'

Philadelphia running back Saquon Barkley runs for a touchdown against Washington.

Roundup: Saquon Barkley, Anthony Richardson and Tyson-Paul fight