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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

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

Steve Kerr makes bold call on Jonathan Kuminga in Warriors loss to Clippers

Bryson DeChambeau bothered by Rory McIlroy's behavior during Masters win

Tennessee fan colorfully alters Nico Iamaleava jersey for Volunteers spring game

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Jimmy Uso and Jey Uso during Wrestlemania XL Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field.

WWE WrestleMania 41 lineup: Full list of matches for Saturday & Sunday

Los Angeles Rams guard Jonah Jackson) against the Minnesota Vikings during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium.

Chicago Bears offseason addition sees franchise as place to win Super Bowl

Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre.

Jordon Hudson stays attached to Bill Belichick in viral UNC spring practice video

Dallas Cowboys CEO Stephen Jones,head coach Brian Schottenheimer and owner Jerry Jones pose for pictures after a press conference at the Star.

New NFL head coaches set to get first glimpse of teams in offseason workouts

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LSU Tigers wide receiver Kyren Lacy hugs his family as seniors are being honored at Tiger Stadium.

LSU superstar Kyren Lacy found dead at age 25

Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) drops back to pass against the New York Giants during the third quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Saints' Derek Carr's 2025 NFL season reportedly in jeopardy with serious shoulder injury

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

Scout's wild take on Shedeur Sanders, Jaxson Dart proves chaos abound in 2025 NFL Draft QB class

Cleveland Browns quarterback Joe Flacco jogs off the field in a 2024 AFC wild card game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.

Cleveland Browns bring back fan favorite quarterback with new deal

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Houston Rockets guard Aaron Holiday defends against Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James during the first half at Crypto.com Arena.

Will LeBron James be exposed in NBA playoffs?

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James on the court during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena.

Bronny James ties Michael Jordan's rookie stat in one shocking category

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James passes against the Houston Rockets during the first half at Crypto.com Arena.

Isiah Thomas 'yells at clouds' with recent rant on LeBron James' shirtless warmup

Apr 10, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) drives to the basket as Minnesota Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (9) defends during the fourth quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant explains viral 'grenade' celebration

Friday Roundup: Masters Tournament, Luka's impressive return, Gator madness, and more

Bryson DeChambeau hits on no. 13 during the first round of the Masters Tournament.

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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

Montclair State University officially opened the Charles J. Muth Museum of Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson, NJ on Thursday April 11, 2024. The museum will engage visitors in the National Historic Landmark's history as a Negro Leagues Baseball Stadium and as a local landmark as a center for recreation and entertainment.

Ohio village's effort to rename park for Hall of Famer meets 'racially based' pushback

Rob Manfred, Commissioner of the MLB, speaks to the media during Cactus League media day at the Arizona Biltmore on Feb. 18, 2025, in Phoenix.

Is Amazon Prime Video a fit for the first MLB.tv license?

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Fox Sports announcer Terry Bradshaw interviews Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome.

Terry Bradshaw helps trapped passengers at Pittsburgh International Airport

Barstool Sports founder and pizza influencer Dave Portnoy went on a four-shop tour of RI pizza places Thursday and stopped at Francesco's on Hope St. after owner Frank Schiavone got Portnoy's attention with some confident signage.

Dave Portnoy, Barstool Sports launch Mary Kate Cornett apology tour with rare remorse

Apr 8, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) moves the puck ahead of Chicago Blackhawks center Teuvo Teravainen (86) during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Sidney Crosby shows up Paul Skenes in skills competition at Pat McAfee's live show

Broadcaster Jim Nantz introduces players Monday, Feb. 24, 2025, during the “Night of Champions” at the Murat Theatre at the Old National Centre. The event featured a panel discussion of players and coaches from the Indianapolis Colts team that won Super Bowl XLI.

Masters voice Jim Nantz turned down surprising CBS television job in 2004

Oct 25, 2012; San Francisco, CA, USA; Detroit Tigers catcher Gerald Laird (9) talks with pitcher Octavio Dotel (20) in the 8th inning during game two of the 2012 World Series against the San Francisco Giants at AT&T Park.

Reporter who broke Jet Set tragedy news was nearly in the Dominican club when roof fell

Apr 7, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) celebrates after winning the national championship game of the Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Florida Shocks Houston to Win Epic National Championship

Apr 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Stunning Shakeup: Nuggets Fire Coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe laughs on the sideline during the College Football Playoff semifinal game between the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium.

Tony Hinchcliffe didn't win over WWE fans with commentary appearance

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette signs autographs during pregame warmups against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium.

Xavier Legette reveals 'perfect' raccoon recipe to save your dinner plans

Jul 16, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; National League pitcher Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates walks the red carpet with his girlfriend LSU gymnast Olivia Livvy Dunne before the 2024 MLB All-Star game at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Livvy Dunne objects House NCAA NIL settlement for not reflecting her value

Michael Strahan, Pro Football Hall of Famer and co-host of Good Morning America, along with 4x Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski, host the first USA TODAY High School Sports Awards show, which featured more than 1,000 student athletes from across the country.

2025 Sports Emmys nominations revealed

Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), walking on stage U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, right, and Ben Ferguson, center, at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Mdat the 2025 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) event on February 20, 2025 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center.

Internet believes Houston basketball team fell victim to infamous 'Ted Cruz Curse'