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Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Fox sports presenter Terry Bradshaw (L) interviews Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (R) during the championship trophy presentation after the Eagles' game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Huge NFL quarterback contracts won't result in Super Bowl titles

NBA coaching legend Gregg Popovich taken in ambulance after 'medical emergency'

College football NIL era has made its way to kickers

Friday Roundup: Nico's decision, Corso calls it a day, Paige is number one, and more

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Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (QB11) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Cleveland Browns GM thinks NFL Draft prospect is 'Faster than Lamar Jackson'

Mar 22, 2025; Birmingham AL, USA; LSU gymnast LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne celebrates with teammates during Session 2 of the SEC Gymnastics Championship at Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama. LSU won the event to claim the SEC crown.

LSU superstar Livvy Dunne bids farewell to college gymnastics

Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart (QB03) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Jaxson Dart makes surprising 2025 NFL Draft decision

Apr 9, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Dina Thorslund (left) and Shurretta Metcalf pose in front of Jake Paul after a press conference ahead of their boxing match at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Jake Paul reveals former WBC champion will be his next megafight

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Colorado defensive back Travis Hunter looks on during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Sports Illustrated shares hilarious outtakes from Travis Hunter's shoot

Nov 30, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan (4) against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the Territorial Cup at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Dallas Cowboys mock draft: One week from NFL Draft

Texas Longhorns defensive back Jahdae Barron (7) reacts to a play during the Longhorns' game against the Florida Gators, Nov. 9, 2024 at Darrell K. Royal Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin.

Las Vegas Raiders mock draft: One week from NFL Draft

Nov 30, 2024; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; (Editors Notes: Caption Correction) Penn State Nittany Lions defensive end Abdul Carter (11) pressures Maryland Terrapins quarterback MJ Morris (7) during the first quarter at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

Chicago Bears mock draft: One week from NFL Draft

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Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick and guard Luka Doncic (77) during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Lakers Locked In for Playoff War as Timberwolves Await

Savannah James, LeBron James and Rich Paul sit in the front in the fourth quarter of game four of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

Ryen Russillo responds to Rich Paul's latest comments on 'Big Three' era

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic moves the ball against the Houston Rockets during the first half at Crypto.com Arena.

NBA champion says Luka Doncic must take Lakers to Western Conference Finals

Feb 10, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison walks off the court before the game between the Dallas and the Sacramento Kings at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

NBA analyst claims nothing can save Mavs GM Nico Harrison’s reputation this season

Weekend Roundup: Masters mayhem, Paddy's big moment, NIL circus, and more

Rory McIlroy and his caddie Harry Diamond celebrate with the trophy after winning the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Michael Madrid-Imagn Images

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Toronto Blue Jays serving absolute abomination 'Cotton Candy Fries' at home games

Apr 14, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Atlanta Braves left fielder Eli White (36) celebrates the win with shortstop Nick Allen (2) against the Toronto Blue Jays at the end of the ninth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Atlanta Braves reporter secured woman's phone number while on live TV

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ reacts after hitting a double against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the eighth inning at Dodger Stadium.

Los Angeles Dodgers suffer worst home shutout loss in franchise history

Mar 27, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Jake Cronenworth (9) and Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) celebrate after the Padres defeated the Atlanta Braves 7-4 at Petco Park.

Two-time National League All-Star has fractured rib, goes on injured list

Sports Media

Stone Cold Steve Austin and Pat McAfee toast beer during WrestleMania at AT&T Stadium.

'Stone Cold' Steve Austin shares ultimate beer bash with Pat McAfee

Jan 9, 2025; Miami, FL, USA; ESPN analysts Lee Corso and Kirk Herbstreit before the game between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Lee Corso to Retire from College GameDay, Ending an Iconic Era in College Football

Jordan Peele accepts the Oscar for Original Screenplay for \"Get Out\" during the 90th Academy Awards.

Jordan Peele's football horror film 'HIM' drops first teaser trailer

Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) throws during the second half of the College Football Playoff first round game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Dec. 22, 2024. Ohio State won 42-17.

Nico Iamaleava Leaves Tennessee Amid NIL Dispute, Eyes New Opportunity

Mar 15, 2025; Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, USA; Rory Mcllroy lines up a putt on the fifth green during the third round of The Players Championship golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Swinger-Imagn Images

Rory McIlroy Conquers Augusta, Completes Historic Career Grand Slam

Lee Corso talks on the set of ESPN College GameDay prior to the College Football Playoff.

Lee Corso retiring, final College GameDay appearance date announced

ESPN reporter Cassidy Hubbarth (right) interviews Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James.

Cassidy Hubbarth gets emotional after tribute during her final ESPN NBA game

Women’s World Championship match between Rhea Ripley and Becky Lynch during Wrestlemania XL Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field.

UFC's Nina Drama, WWE Superstar Rhea Ripley match energy with goth-inspired linkup

Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Stephen A. Smith tells Mavs GM Nico Harrison to ‘shut up and go home’

Feb 10, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison walks off the court before the game between the Dallas and the Sacramento Kings at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Nico Harrison Under Fire for Secretive Response to Luka Doncic Trade Fallout

CU football standout athlete Travis Hunter flashes a No. 1 with his finger after a win against CSU in the Rocky Mountain Showdown at Canvas Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fort Collins, Colo.

Travis Hunter’s Bold NFL Stance: Play Both Ways or Walk Away

Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) celebrates with Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Lakers vs Timberwolves: Why L.A.’s Playoff Edge Might Be Too Much for Minnesota to Handle