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Jun 24, 2024; Eugene, OR, USA; NBC Sports broadcaster Mike Tirico during the US Olympic Team Trials at Hayward Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Mike Tirico tore his Achilles while doing the simplest of things at home

Barkley could very well win MVP

Saquon Barkley is making a strong case for a premier NFL award

Sep 5, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith (0) during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Roquan Smith's status in doubt for Ravens' Monday night matchup with Chargers

Headlines from Week 12 of the 2024 NFL season

Nov 23, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin looks on against the Florida Gators during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

After College Football's Week 13, are there any actually good teams?

The Latest

Jun 11, 2023; Sonoma, California, USA; DJ Diesel, also known as Shaquille O'Neal, performs for the fans after the Toyota / Save Mart 350 race at Sonoma Raceway. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

Shaquille O'Neal makes '$300 million' suggestion to make WNBA better

NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal was met with criticism from multiple WNBA stars after he made a wild suggestion to make the league more popular.

Nov 23, 2024; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Mack Brown looks on during the second half against the Boston College Eagles at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Mack Brown's desire to stay at North Carolina makes absolutely zero sense

Mack Brown wants to return as North Carolina head coach, but the program should let him walk.

Nov 24, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) controls the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers in the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Without PG, Kawhi, the Clippers are gritty again

One of the best defenses in the NBA hasn't surrendered 100 points in the last four games and looks like a playoff nuisance

Oct 26, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd with guard Luka Doncic (77) against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Jason Kidd downplays Luka Doncic's absence despite OT loss vs. Miami Heat

Dallas Mavericks head coach Luka Doncic wants the team to step up even without their star on the court.

Nov 23, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) looks up in front of Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

NBA fans are saying the same thing after Victor Wembanyama-Draymond Green picture goes viral

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green looks small in comparison to San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.

Nov 18, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown instructs his players against the Atlanta Hawks during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Mike Brown goes berserk at referee following Ben Simmons block (Video)

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown was furious with NBA referee for not calling a foul on Ben Simmons.

Sports Media

Former Oakland Raiders coach John Madden at halftime ceremony to present punter Ray Guy with Pro Football Hall of Fame ring at O.co Coliseum on Nov 20, 2014.

John Madden, Nicolas Cage and the history of turducken

Lou Williams shares the time Doc Rivers made him play drunk (VIDEO)

Mar 17, 2013; San Francisco, CA, USA; MLB Network sportscasters Bob Costas (left) and Harold Reynolds (right) before the game between Japan and Puerto Rico during the World Baseball Classic semifinal at AT&T Park.

Sports media critic who gave Bob Costas his first job passes away

Jun 8, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Chris Taylor (3) reacts after a single during the third inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium.

ESPN's Buster Olney criticizes Dodgers for not taking the 'high ground' after World Series win

NFL

Mayo didn't take responsibility for the Patriots' discipline problems

Jerod Mayo's comments postgame raised some eyebrows

Detroit Lions RB pays homage to Allen Iverson with touchdown celebration (VIDEO)

NFL head coaches on the hot seat after Week 12

New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins

How to watch New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins time, TV channel, live stream

NBA

Nov 19, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) react after scoring a three point basket against the Utah Jazz during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Dalton Knecht can help the Lakers as buyers on the trade market

November 20, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles the basketball against Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Warriors' best options to start next to Steph Curry after De'Anthony Melton injury

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

MLB

Kendrick Lamar accepts the award for best rap album for “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers during the 65th Annual Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023.

Kendrick Lamar's track 'Dodger Blue' has L.A. fans swooning

The MLB wants to improve the accuracy of strikes and balls

Automated strike zone could be coming to the MLB sooner than later

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?

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

Why Roki Sasaki is waiting until 2025 to be posted

Roundup

Nick Chubb scores a touchdown in the snow at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland.

Snow games forever, the end of White House visits and Robert Kraft denied again in today's Roundup

Joel Embiid limps to the bench during a time-out against the Memphis Grizzlies.

More Joel Embiid drama, CFB's best uniforms and a Guy Fieri-related tequila heist in today's 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