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Jan 26, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) and quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) celebrate a touchdown against the Washington Commanders in the NFC Championship game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Jeffrey Lurie demolishes the top arguments against the Tush Push

MLB bans torpedo bats—or so 'Pardon the Interruption' would have you believe

ESPN announces hire of longtime NFL Network 'Good Morning Football' host

ESPN analyst has shocking NFL comparison for Shedeur Sanders

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Dec 31, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty (2) reacts after the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Raiders GM's son will disown him if Las Vegas doesn't draft this elite prospect

McDonald's All American East forward Jaliya Davis shoots the ball against McDonald's All American West forward Sienna Betts.

Sienna Betts, top UCLA commit, wins 2025 McDonald's All-American Game MVP

Draftkings Sportsbook at the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale on Feb 9, 2024.

DraftKings creates 'torpedo bat' promo for players who may use popular bat

Oct 24, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (27) talks to outfielder Aaron Judge (99) during workout day at Dodgers Stadium.

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton slams the door on possible torpedo bat/injury controversy

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Dec 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons (11) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Micah Parsons fires back at Jerry Jones about contract negotiations

Terrell Suggs, former Arizona State University football athlete, attends a ceremony where he is inducted to the ASU Hall of Fame at the San Tan Ford Club at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe on October 7, 2022.

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Terrell Suggs, former Ravens star, sentenced on gun charges after drive-thru argument

Apr 1, 2025; Palm Beach, FL, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson answers questions from the media during the NFL Annual League Meeting at The Breakers. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Ben Johnson focusing on the one 'huge stat' to turn Bears into contenders

Oct 27, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; General view of a first down marker during the second half between the Carolina Panthers against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

NFL's virtual first down measurement rule changes were a long time coming

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Mar 31, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (7) talks to guard Luka Doncic (77) during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Lakers Face Crucial Test Against Surging Rockets

Mar 30, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) reacts after a fight against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter at Target Center. Stewart was later ejected from the game. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Scuffle Between Pistons and Timberwolves Heats Up Target Center

Mar 29, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) embrace after the game at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Michael Wilbon calls out ESPN for its "pandering" LeBron James coverage

Mar 27, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Houston Rockets forward Amen Thompson (1) goes to the basket against Utah Jazz forward KJ Martin (99) during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

The Utah Jazz are conveniently having their worst season ever

Weekend Roundup: Final Four set, Yankees 'torpedo' bats, honoring JuJu, NBA chaos, and more

Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome cuts down the net after winning the South Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament against the Michigan State Spartans at State Farm Arena.

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May 13, 2018; Phoenix, AZ, USA; ESPN baseball reporter Buster Olney during the Washington Nationals game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

ESPN podcast uses AI assisted voice technology for Sarah Langs' stats segment

Feb 28, 2025; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet (35) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Red Sox's $170 million Garrett Crochet contract could pay huge dividends

Mar 30, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) watches his three run home run against the Milwaukee Brewers during the seventh inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The Torpedo Bat is baseball’s hottest controversy—and the Yankees are leading the charge

A detail view of the Sacramento patch the Athletics are wearing during the sixth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Sutter Health Park.

Athletics continue 'not a real franchise' decisions with press conference location

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Pat McAfee watches workouts at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Ole Miss student Mary Kate Cornett planning legal action against Pat McAfee, ESPN

Kansas City Chiefs ownership family member Gracie Hunt against the Philadelphia Eagles during Super Bowl LVII.

Kansas City Chiefs heiress Gracie Hunt gives 26 motivational life tips after birthday

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark smiles during a game at the Big Ten basketball tournament.

WNBA star Caitlin Clark, Serena Williams link up for legendary photo at NFL event

NFL Network host Kyle Brandt during the Cincinnati Bengals game against the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LVI.

Kyle Brandt gives heartfelt goodbye to NFL Network colleague Peter Schrager

NFL Network personality Peter Schrager on the sidelines before a game between the Buffalo Bills and the Miami Dolphins.

'Good Morning Football' host Peter Schrager gives emotional goodbye to NFL Network

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown gestures at the line of scrimmage against the Los Angeles Chargers during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. The Chargers won 33-30.

Antonio Brown's son shows off wide receiver skills in latest viral video

Mar 26, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

LeBron James shows love to Nick Wright amid Stephen A. Smith beef

Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt with his wife Tavia Hunt and daughter Gracie Hunt on the red carpet at the NFL Honors awards.

Chiefs owner Clark Hunt's wife Tavia pens sweet bday notes to daughters

Stephen A. Smith on the ESPN NBA Countdown live set at Intuit Dome.

Stephen A Smith pays tribute to college basketball legend who is very much alive

Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt with his wife Tavia Shackles. and daughter Gracie Hunt.

Chiefs heiress Gracie Hunt pens heartfelt birthday note to sister Ava

ESPN's Erin Dolan gets increased full-time role with network

Mar 27, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) before a game against the Chicago Bulls at United Center.

ESPN reporter breaks silence after LeBron James shaded him in Pat McAfee interview