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EXCLUSIVE: John Elway talks to The Big Lead about his health, the 2024 Broncos and more

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

Oct 16, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred before game three of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field.

The parameters of baseball’s next CBA negotiations are already taking shape

Oct 19, 2024; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears mascot Oski stands on the sideline before the game against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Cal-Stanford's 'The Play' remains the most absurd moment in college football history, 42 years later

Dec 4, 2023; Nashville, TN, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington is interviewed by the MLB Network during the 2023 MLB Winter Meetings.

MLB Network is offering buyouts in an attempt to downsize: Report

The Latest

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)

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid tried to flop despite already being at the free-throw line vs. the Memphis Grizzlies.

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

Joel Embiid reportedly never wanted to play with Paul George, he wanted the Philadelphia 76ers to trade for his former teammate, Jimmy Butler.

Auriemma set the NCAA's all-time win record Wednesday night

Geno Auriemma cements his legacy as the GOAT

Auriemma set the all time NCAA Basketball wins record

Nov 20, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts in the third quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

One Western Conference team is no longer interested in trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Houston Rockets are not considering trading their young core for Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo.

ESPN to end 'Around the Horn': Report

The show that has epitomized ESPN's 'embrace debate' mantra since 2002 is getting a long hug goodbye.

Sep 13, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) celebrates while on defense Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, during a game between the Indiana Fever and the Las Vegas Aces on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Aces defeated the Fever, 78-74. Mandatory Credit: Grace Smith/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Caitlin Clark reportedly won't join Unrivaled

The Indiana Fever star guard will not play in the 3-on-3 basketball league's debut campaign, according to ESPN's Michael Voepel.

Sports Media

Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver arrives prior to the WNBA All Star Game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Adam Silver blames the NBA's poor ratings on election, World Series

Army already has a leg up on Navy with the release of new uniforms for big game

Nov 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Dallas Cowboys team owner and general manager Jerry Jones shown on the field prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Stephen A. Smith compares Jerry Jones to Joe Biden in discussing Cowboys' woes

Pop-Tarts releases new flavor in honor of fallen bowl game mascot

NFL

Sep 22, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis duirng the game against the Carolina Panthers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Raiders reportedly agree to sell minority stake to Endeavor chairman

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock (2) looks on prior to the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

Drew Lock's disappointment adds to 'ton of emotions' in Giants QB room

58074 Bergen, East Rutherford 11/22/2009 GIANTS STADIUM Giants Eli Manning gets a high five from Shaun O'Hara after a second half Madison Hedgecock touchdown during Sunday's defeat of the Atlanta Falcons 34-31 at Giants Stadium. TYSON TRISH/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Eli Manning's Hall of Fame semifinalist selection revives heated debate

Firing coaches and GMs is one thing, but benching a future Hall of Famer is something else

Woody Johnson wanted to do something that had Jets coaches stunned

NBA

Nov 7, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy reacts in the third quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Jazz coach brutally calls out players for a huge 'problem' after Lakers loss

Apr 12, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) and guard Tyrese Maxey (0) stand together during a break in action in the fourth quarter against the Orlando Magic at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

76ers star calls out Joel Embiid's one habit amid poor record

Oct 26, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and guard Dalton Knecht (4) reacts to a ref’s call against the Sacramento Kings during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

LeBron James says 16 NBA teams 'f****d up' by not drafting this player

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

Last-place 76ers continue to make 'The Process' look bad

MLB

Oct 29, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) on third base during the first inning in game four of the 2024 MLB World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Juan Soto has 'Good meeting' with Yankees amid Mets, Dodgers, Red Sox free agency rumors

The Rays may be playing their last few years in Tampa

The Rays' future in the Tampa Bay area is in danger

Steve Cohen is the richest owner in the MLB

Michael Kay thinks this team really wants Juan Soto

May 22, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt and first baseman Rhys Hoskins (17) after throwing out the first pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park.

A Phillies legend gets the 'MLB Network Presents' documentary treatment

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

Josh Allen leaps over Chiefs safety Chamarri Conner to get a first down.

Roundup: A wild NFL weekend, LeBron James and a new home for 'Inside the NBA'

Philadelphia running back Saquon Barkley runs for a touchdown against Washington.

Roundup: Saquon Barkley, Anthony Richardson and Tyson-Paul fight

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama is making a name for himself.

Roundup: Wemby, Jon Gruden and Week 11 in the NFL