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ACC transfer portal update: which team now owns the top spot?

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is sacked by the Los Angeles Rams, again.

Sam Darnold, Deion Sanders and CFP national title game in today's Roundup

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day celebrates with quarterback Will Howard (18) following the 28-14 win over the Texas Longhorns in the Cotton Bowl Classic College Football Playoff semifinal game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on Jan. 10, 2025.

College Football Playoff 2025: Previewing Ohio State vs. Notre Dame in national title game

Oct 20, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) falls to the ground with a torn Achilles during the second quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

NFL Mock Draft Consensus 5.0: Deshaun Watson's injury impact

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck (15) walks off the field after the game of an NCAA college football matchup Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. The Georgia Bulldogs defeated the Florida Gators 34-20.

Coaches' transfer portal proposal a step in the right direction, but needs more work

The Latest

Jun 1, 2024; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Islam Makhachev (red gloves) fights Dustin Poirier (blue gloves) during UFC 302 at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

How to watch UFC 311: Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan 2 – live stream, start time, fight card, odds

The UFC kicks off its 2025 pay-per-view schedule in Inglewood, California with two titles on the line at the state-of-the-art Intuit Dome. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the UFC's first pay-per-view event of 2025

Australian Open Tennis Second Round Free Live Stream: TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the Australian Open action between the top tennis players in the world at Melbourne Park live this week.

Apr 11, 2016; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) greets Los Angeles Lakers forward Kobe Bryant (24) prior to the game at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-Imagn Images

Former NBA player's latest Kobe Bryant-Kevin Durant take makes NBA fans angry

Former NBA player Chandler Parsons makes a surprising claim about Kevin Durant and Kobe Bryant.

Jan 4, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr complains to the referee during a game against the Memphis Grizzlies in the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Steve Kerr reveals 'most irresponsible' thing the Golden State Warriors can do while indirectly hinting at exit

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr issues a warning to the organization while dropping subtle hint about his departure.

Watch Free Texas A&M vs Kentucky: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Kentucky Wildcats in this ranked college basketball matchup live on Tuesday.

Watch Tiger Woods TGL Debut Los Angeles GC vs Jupiter Links: free live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the TGL action between the Los Angeles Golf Club and Jupiter Links Golf Club in the new virtual golf league.

Sports Media

Richest sports team owners in America has eccentric owner leading the way

NFL must stop Monday night playoff games

March 27, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott watches game action against Washington Wizards during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

3x NBA champ shares which side he is on in JJ Redick vs. Charles Barkley feud

Mar 25, 2023; San Antonio, Texas, USA; UFC president Dana White at a press conference after UFC Fight Night at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Meullion-Imagn Images

UFC eyes '$1 billion a year' payday as media rights come up for renewal in 2025

NFL

Alabama offensive coordinator Tommy Rees speaks to members of the media Sunday, August 6, 2023.

Browns naming Tommy Rees offensive coordinator a step in the right direction

Sanders says he loves Colorado, but if the Dallas Cowboys are calling it's difficult to say no

Could the Cowboys pry Deion Sanders away from Colorado?

The Rams are heading to their toughest task of the season

The Rams are playing their best football at the best time of the year

Darnold disappeared during the Vikings two biggest games

Sam Darnold has made Minnesota's biggest offseason decision easy

NBA

Jan 12, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) reacts during the first quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Damian Lillard hints at NBA retirement with cryptic response

Jan 1, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) during the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

NBA fans are sad after a young Paul George's insane dunk clip resurfaces

Jan 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during warm up before a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

NBA fans react to Raptors making a young fan remove Steph Curry jersey

Jan 3, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after scoring three point basket against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

LeBron James is so good in playoffs that Timberwolves can't catch up even with 9 straight NBA titles

MLB

What's Even the Point of Voting if You Can't Meet Pat Listach or a Racing Sausage?

Mar 20, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Japan starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (14) delivers a pitch during the first inning against Mexico at LoanDepot Park.

The Roki Sasaki sweepstakes will crown one winner, many potential losers

Homes along the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, many consumed by a wildfire that broke out in Los Angeles County on Jan. 7, are seen on Jan. 8, 2025.

California fires: 12 pro sports teams make $8 million pledge to support victims, first responders

Freddie Freeman poses on the red carpet before the 58th Annual Country Music Association Awards in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.

Dodgers' Freddie Freeman, wife pledge massive donation in response to Southern California fires

Roundup

Zane Gonzalez kicks the game-winning field goal out for the Washington Commanders.

Zane Gonzalez's OCD, Mike Vrabel's hiring and NFL's wild-card weekend in today's Roundup

Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin.

Penn State, Notre Dame and potential Super Bowl LIX matchups in today's Roundup

Cavaliers guard Darius Garland celebrates after hitting a three-point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

An instant NBA classic, Deion Sanders and an NFL playoffs preview in today's Roundup

Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin before the Fiesta Bowl.