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Oct 10, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina player R.J. Davis and Seth Trimble at The Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

R.J. Davis headlines the top collegiate NIL earners over the past year

Pirates closer Dennis Santana goes viral for wearing shorts on mound

Neil deGrasse Tyson wonders why 'torpedo bats' weren't conceived of sooner (spoiler: they were)

NFL Mock Draft Consensus 16.0: Could Browns pass on Abdul Carter?

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File photo: Former Team USA teammates Carmelo Anthony (15) and Kobe Bryant share a light moment following practice session for USA men's basketball team in Washington, DC.

Carmelo Anthony reveals the surprising NBA team he wants to purchase

Houston Cougars guard L.J. Cryer (4) and guard Milos Uzan (7) celebrate their win against the Tennessee Volunteers following a game Sunday, March 30, 2025, during the Elite Eight round of the NCAA March Madness tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Houston defeated Tennessee 69-50.

The Houston Cougars are undoubtedly the toughest team in college basketball

Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Pat McAfee watches during workouts at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Pat McAfee Under Fire for Amplifying Harmful Rumor During NFL Combine Broadcast

Oct 28, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone (17) and Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts (30) hug before game three of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium.

Who are the highest paid MLB managers? One new contract for 2025 breaks previous record

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Dec 25, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) looks at his Netflix Christmas GameDay cake after the Chiefs defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The Kansas City Chiefs want to start their own NFL holiday tradition

Jan 4, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) runs the ball as Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) defends during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Bengals executive proves again the team is awful at keeping its players happy

Dec 15, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) celebrates with offensive tackle Lane Johnson (65) after his touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Tush Push ban fueled by 'jealousy' of Philadelphia Eagles, NFL insider says

Jan 26, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) and quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) celebrate a touchdown against the Washington Commanders in the NFC Championship game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Jeffrey Lurie demolishes the top arguments against the Tush Push

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USC Trojans forward Kiki Iriafen warms up before a Elite 8 game against the UConn Huskies.

USC women's basketball star Kiki Iriafen lands sneaker deal ahead of WNBA Draft

Stephen A. Smith , American sports television personality, walks on the field before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium.

Stephen A. Smith is sick of Dwyane Wade downplaying his NBA career

Atlanta Hawks mascot Harry the Hawk shown on the court prior tot he game against the LA Clippers at State Farm Arena.

Atlanta Hawks fan has worst night in fan history with injury during halftime

LaVar Ball in attendance at the NBA Draft.

LaVar Ball backs LeBron James as NBA GOAT, serenades TikTok followers with song

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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Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser is congratulated after he hit a 2-run home run against the Minnesota Twins.

Orioles star Colton Cowser gets love from Cowboys cheerleader girlfriend after injury

Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates walks the red carpet with his girlfriend LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne.

Livvy Dunne pranks boyfriend Paul Skenes, Pirates ace has priceless reaction

Jun 7, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; ESPN personality Michael Wilbon before game two of the NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Oracle Arena.

MLB bans torpedo bats—or so 'Pardon the Interruption' would have you believe

Draftkings Sportsbook at the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale on Feb 9, 2024.

DraftKings creates 'torpedo bat' promo for players who may use popular bat

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Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes walks the red carpet with LSU gymnast and girlfriend Livvy Dunne before the 2024 MLB All-Star game at Globe Life Field.

Livvy Dunne goes preppy schoolgirl, Paul Skenes rocks middle-aged gym teacher fit in GQ

Philadelphia Eagles former player and ESPN commentator Jason Kelce reacts before in a 2025 AFC divisional round game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Houston Texans at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Jason & Kylie Kelce welcome daughter number four into world

Film actor Val Kilmer makes an appearance on the grid before the United States Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas.

Val Kilmer's tragic passing has fans sharing favorite roles from legendary actor's career

Sep 8, 2024; Flushing, NY, USA; Jannik Sinner (ITA) and Taylor Fritz (USA) pose for a photo alongside tennis legend Andre Agassi after the men’s singles final of the 2024 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

TNT's $650 million French Open investment gains a famous studio commentator: report

Feb 6, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Peter Schrager during Fox Sports media day at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

ESPN announces hire of longtime NFL Network 'Good Morning Football' host

May 13, 2018; Phoenix, AZ, USA; ESPN baseball reporter Buster Olney during the Washington Nationals game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

ESPN podcast uses AI assisted voice technology for Sarah Langs' stats segment

Pat McAfee watches workouts at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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

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 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

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

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