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Howard wasn't let up on the stage with the rest of his teammates

Will Howard not allowed on Rose Bowl stage after massive game

October 3, 2010; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Billy Wagner (13) fires off a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during top of the 8th inning at Turner Field. The Brave defeated the Phillies 8-7. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images

The Hall of Fame vote has Billy Wagner sweating bullets

Ohio State has been resurgent since being upset by Michigan

Will Ryan Day be forgiven if Ohio State wins the National Championship?

Can long break be to blame for sluggish performances by teams with bye in CFP?

Texas Longhorns bowl victories bring in a heaping pile of cash for the SEC

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Nov 21, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) and forward LeBron James (23) talk on the court during a stoppage in play against the Orlando Magic at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

LeBron James' friend suggests Lakers trade Austin Reaves despite excellent form

LeBron James' friend Cuff the Legend wants the Los Angeles Lakers to trade Austin Reaves to win the 2025 NBA Championship.

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese.

Why WNBA star Angel Reese deleted her Instagram account

The Chicago Sky forward has had it with the haters who criticized her New Year's Eve dress.

Dec 29, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) handles the ball against Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

2x NBA champ trolls fan who wanted major punishment for Amen Thompson after brawl vs Tyler Herro

One fan gets brutally trolled by ex-NBA player amid Tyler Herro vs. Amen Thompson brawl.

Dec 25, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (left) jokes with forward Rui Hachimura (right) before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Fans think Laker Nation has found a new scapegoat after D'Angelo Russell

The Los Angeles Lakers fanbase gets called out for finding a new scapegoat after D'Angelo Russell has been traded.

Jan 1, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) calls out in the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Russell Westbrook says he plays with the 'best player in the world'

Denver Nuggets star Russell Westbrook heaps huge praise on 3x NBA MVP Nikola Jokic.

Flowers is the first wide receiver in Ravens history to be named a Pro Bowler

Zay Flowers has wholesome reaction to finding out he's a Pro Bowler

Flowers is the first Raven to make the Pro Bowl as a wide receiver

Sports Media

Pat McAfee delivers Jim Harbaugh a gift that would make even Barney Stinson jealous

Cheez-It Citrus Bowl mascot officiates fan wedding (VIDEO)

May 12, 2016; Oxnard, CA, USA; HBO Sports executive vice president Peter Nelson (left), Hard Knocks coordinating producer Ken Rodgers (second from left), Hard Knocks director Matt Dissinger and Los Angeles Rams coach Jeff Fisher at press conference at the Residence Inn Oxnard River Ridge.

HBO, Cablevision founder Charles Dolan pioneered sports broadcasting before ESPN

Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Broadcaster Scott Van Pelt prior to a game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Scott Van Pelt is an 'interested party' in Stephen A Smith's next ESPN contract

NFL

Barkley will not be given the opportunity to break Eric Dickerson's single-season rushing record

Saquon Barkley reacts to sitting out Eagles' regular season finale

Sep 19, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden looks at his play chart against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. Las Vegas won 26-17. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Does Jon Gruden deserve a second chance as an NFL head coach?

Will an NFL playoff contender take a chance on adding Ezekiel Elliott?

Dec 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) walks off the field after a victory against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Saquon Barkley deserves his shot at breaking Eric Dickerson's record against his former team

NBA

Dec 19, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) against the Indiana Pacers at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Devin Booker on the Suns' 'frustration level' amid slump

Mar 28, 2023; Houston, TX, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James sits with his wife Savannah James (right), son Bryce Maximus James (left) and his mother Gloria Marie James (left) court side of the between the McDonald's All American East and the McDonald's All American West at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

LeBron James has a 4-word reaction to Bryce James' college commitment

Oct 28, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick with guard D'Angelo Russell (1) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

JJ Redick reveals one thing he 'loved' about ex-Lakers star D'Angelo Russell

Dec 31, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) looks up in the first half against the LA Clippers at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Victor Wembanyama just had the greatest single month in NBA history

MLB

Tom Hanks greets the press during a red carpet event before the screening for the new biopic movie 'Elvis' at Graceland in Memphis, Tenn. on Saturday, June 11, 2022.

Elvis Carpet 2

Tom Hanks writes 'perfect' letter of A's memories for upcoming book

The Diamondbacks found their ace

Arizona Diamonbacks make big free agency splash

Sep 10, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates designated hitter Andrew McCutchen (22) circles the bases on a three run home run against the Miami Marlins during the fifth inning at PNC Park.

Andrew McCutchen has harsh words for Cam Newton's tired baseball take

Nov 1, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (left) celebrates with fans during the Dodgers 2024 World Series Championship parade in downtown Los Angeles.

The Dodgers re-signed their heart and soul as only they could

Roundup

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams rolls out of the pocket against the Seattle Seahawks.

Bears-Seahawks, Jimmy Butler and Christmas Day games in retrospect in today's Roundup

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James dunks against the Golden State Warriors.

LeBron James, Lamar Jackson and Week 17 in the NFL in today's Roundup

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy.

Johnson-Jeudy-Madden, Kaidon Salter and Week 16 in the NFL in today's Roundup

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. warms up before a game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Penix time in ATL, Dame Time with Adidas and Mike Vrabel time in the NFL in today's Roundup