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Jan 17, 2026

The favorites to the underdogs: Ranking the Australian Open contenders
Which tennis players are most likely to win the Australian Open -- and who could surprise?

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Slot 'understands' Liverpool fans' boos after draw
Arne Slot said he "completely understands" the frustration of the Liverpool fans who booed the team following Saturday's 1-1 draw with Burnley in the Premier League.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Mendoza: Focus on Hoosiers' run, not homecoming
The CFP title game is a homecoming for Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who grew up in Miami, but he's not basking in the glory of being the prodigal son made good. He was quick to shift the attention from himself onto the Hoosiers' incredible run.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Air Force coach suspended over player treatment
Air Force men's basketball coach Joe Scott has been indefinitely suspended pending an investigation into the treatment of cadet-athletes.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Gu shakes off crash to claim slopestyle ski event
Two-time Olympic champion Eileen Gu shook off a crash and celebrated her second straight slopestyle title at the Laax Open on Saturday in Switzerland.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Fiorentina's U.S. owner Commisso dies at 76
Rocco Commisso, the outspoken owner of Italian soccer club Fiorentina and chairman of New York-based Mediacom Communications, has died. He was 76.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Carrick to Man Utd after derby: Let's keep it up
Michael Carrick has challenged his Manchester United players to keep it up after stunning Manchester City in his first game in charge.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

32 shots, 1 goal as Liverpool held by lowly Burnley
Liverpool were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw at home to Burnley on Saturday despite having 32 shots on goal.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Miami fine with underdog role once more vs. IU
Being the underdog has been Miami's "story the whole playoffs," Rueben Bain Jr. said, a part the Hurricanes have been cast in one more time against No. 1 Indiana for the national championship.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

VAR review: Should Man United's Dalot have received a red card for foul on Doku?
Diogo Dalot was booked for catching Man City's Jérémy Doku on the knee early. Was it the right call?

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Texans defense presents huge test for Maye, Patriots
Odds, game picks, prop plays, betting advice and daily fantasy tips for the Texans-Patriots divisional round matchup.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Yates' debut rankings for the 2026 NFL draft: Ranking the top 25 prospects, plus scouting reports
Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Which receivers have first-round talent? Field Yates stacks his top 25 board.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Man United deliver huge blow to Man City title hopes with shock derby win
Manchester City's title bid is as good as over after Manchester United won the midfield battle at Old Trafford. It's the same story in the title race.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Resurgence of Vance Joseph: How the former Broncos head coach has keyed the defense
Joseph's work as D-coordinator has again made him a hot head coaching candidate.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

'There is no timetable': Making sense of the Titans' coaching search
As the candidate list nears 20, the Titans aren't rushing to "make the best decision for this team."

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

How will latest moves rock the NL East?
After the Mets landed Bo Bichette, here's what's next in one of baseball's most dynamic divisions.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Can Josh Allen's postseason magic continue without a No. 1 WR?
Buffalo has shown that winning games without an obvious top WR is possible with the All-Pro QB at the helm.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Carrick masterminds Man Utd derby win over City
Michael Carrick got his Manchester United tenure off to the perfect start as his rejuvenated team deservedly beat Pep Guardiola's title-chasing Manchester City.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

?? Inside Mike Tomlin's decision to walk away
'It was dead silent' when the coach stunned the Steelers' locker room. Here's what we know about what's next.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

How can four underdogs pull off upsets in the divisional round?
Could we see surprise wins? Let's find matchup advantages and X factors for the Bills, Bears, Texans and 49ers.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Seahawks coach 'really optimistic' Darnold plays
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald says he is "really optimistic" Sam Darnold will play against the 49ers despite a new oblique injury.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Sources: Pack likely to extend both LaFleur, GM
The Packers are working to bring back coach Matt LaFleur and GM Brian Gutekunst, and the expectation is that there will be contract extensions for both, league sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Meet 'the special 13': The JMU transfers forming an unlikely Indiana CFP title core
Thirteen Dukes players followed Curt Cignetti to become Hoosiers. Those who remain are on the verge of CFB history.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

All-Pro LBs to coaches: How Texans' Ryans, Patriots' Vrabel have revived former teams
In Year 1 under Mike Vrabel and DeMeco Ryans, the two turned their franchises into playoff teams.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Premier League live updates: Man United host Man City in first game under Carrick
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ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

No No. 1 receiver? No problem! How Bills offense can win without one
Buffalo has shown that winning games without an obvious top WR is possible with QB Josh Allen at the helm.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

The resurgence of Vance Joseph: How the former Broncos head coach has keyed the defense
Joseph's work as D-coordinator has again made him a hot head coaching candidate.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Is this Kyle Shanahan's finest coaching job? How 2025 reignited his passion
Shanahan took a different approach to 2025 -- and it has the 49ers two games away from the Super Bowl.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Why Miami's Columbus High School can't lose the CFP title game
With deep ties to both the Hoosiers and Hurricanes, the Explorers are uniquely represented.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea, Man City lead race for Barça's Fernández
Barcelona teenager Dro Fernández is wanted by Chelsea and Manchester City among others. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

EuroLeague unworried amid NBA's plans in Europe
EuroLeague CEO Paulius Motiejunas was critical of the NBA's proposed league on the continent, saying the plans have been "a little bit of a broken record of 'we will announce later.'"

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Blues halt Lightning's run on Kyrou's shootout goal
Jordan Kyrou scored the only goal in a shootout, and the St. Louis Blues beat Tampa Bay 3-2 to snap the Lightning's franchise-record-tying 11-game win streak.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

OSU's Johnson granted TRO, can play immediately
Ohio State has added Penn State transfer Puff Johnson to its roster after he was granted a temporary restraining order for immediate eligibility on Friday morning.

ESPN Sports
Jan 17, 2026

Sources: Miami eyeing Berterame in $15M deal
Inter Miami is prepared to pay the $15 million release clause for Monterrey forward Germán Berterame, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Utah transfer Moa follows Whittingham, picks U-M
Former Utah signee Salesi Moa, ESPN's No. 6 wide receiver in the 2026 class, will sign with Michigan, following new Wolverines head coach Kyle Whittingham.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Lakers rule out Luka (groin) vs. Blazers on Sat.
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic will miss Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers because of left groin soreness, the team announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Power Rankings: SEC shaping national title race
Texas beat South Carolina in a November nonconference game. Can the Gamecocks even the series?

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Ranking the top 25 women's players midway through 2025-26
The midseason rankings include nine new names, including two freshman. Sarah Strong remains No. 1.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Mensah's candidates: Duke QB late add to portal
Duke starting quarterback Darian Mensah is entering the transfer portal. Mensah's decision comes less than a month after he chose to return to school instead of entering the draft.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Caps GM: Ovechkin future talk will 'have to wait'
Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick says he hasn't talked much about the future with Alex Ovechkin.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Chambliss files suit in state court seeking 6th year
Lawyers for Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss sued the NCAA in Mississippi court on Friday, seeking one more season of eligibility with the Rebels.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Seahawks HC 'really optimistic' QB Darnold plays
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said Friday that he's "really optimistic" Sam Darnold will play Saturday against the 49ers despite a new oblique injury.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

How Mike Tomlin spent his final day as the Steelers head coach
'It was dead silent' when the coach stunned the Steelers' locker room. Here's what we know about what's next.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Rams OL Dotson to return from injury vs. Bears
Rams right guard Kevin Dotson will return from an ankle injury for the divisional round playoff game vs. the Bears, coach Sean McVay said.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Cuse AD: College football needs 'holistic' reform
Syracuse AD John Wildhack is calling for serious reforms in college football, including a holistic rethinking of the calendar, collective bargaining with athletes and consolidation of TV media rights.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Bills activate Oliver, Samuel off IR to face Broncos
The Buffalo Bills have activated defensive tackle Ed Oliver and wide receiver Curtis Samuel from injured reserve.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Texans WR Collins (concussion) ruled out vs. Pats
Texans Pro Bowl wideout Nico Collins has been ruled out with a concussion ahead of Sunday's division round playoff game at the Patriots.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

MLB offseason grades: Mets pivot to Bichette after Dodgers sign top free agent Tucker
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Rangers GM sends letter to fans signaling retool
New York Rangers GM Chris Drury sent a letter to fans saying that the team will embark on retooling the roster.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

'Be like Biff': Hundreds gather to honor driver
Hundreds in the NASCAR community gathered for a memorial service for former driver Greg Biffle, his family and others who were killed in a plane crash last month.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Reports: Realmuto sticks with Phils on $45M deal
The free agency dominoes continued to fall with J.T. Realmuto agreeing to a three-year, $45 million contract to stay with the Phillies, according to multiple reports.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Experts' picks: Will Keys and Sinner win again?
Madison Keys and Jannik Sinner are the Australian Open defending champs -- can either win again? Our experts make predictions.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Wetzel: Accused hoops schemers were not victims of a changing society
These players selfishly betrayed their common sense, their teammates and, ultimately, themselves, Wetzel says.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Kompany's Bayern Munich chasing history, as Reyna looks to improve
As the second half of the Bundesliga season gets underway, we look at some of the best storylines.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Inside Mike Tomlin spent his final day as the Steelers head coach
'It was dead silent' when the coach stunned the Steelers' locker room. Here's what we know about what's next.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

A historic Indiana or the restored U -- who has the edge in the CFP title game?
Will the Hoosiers cap an undefeated season, or can the Canes pull off a stunner? Here are the keys to the game.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

How will latest moves rock the NL East? Updates on Mets, Phillies, Braves, Marlins, Nats
Here is what's next for one of baseball's most dynamic divisions.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Bo Bichette provides Mets with a much-needed offseason win
Track all the latest MLB free agency and trade news with fantasy baseball analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Ballmer aims to dismiss fraud suit over Kawhi pay
Attorneys representing Steve Ballmer are seeking to dismiss a lawsuit that alleges the LA Clippers owner participated in a fraud by funneling money to star Kawhi Leonard through a now-defunct green banking company.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Lowe to Angels, Lux to Rays in three-team trade
The Rays have sent outfielder Josh Lowe to the Angels as part of a three-team trade in which left-handed reliever Brock Burke went from Los Angeles to Cincinnati and infielder Gavin Lux moved from Cincinnati to Tampa Bay.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Sources: Mets, Bichette reach 3-year, $126M deal
After missing out on Kyle Tucker, the Mets have agreed to a three-year, $126 million contract with Bo Bichette, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Rose Lavelle named U.S. women's player of year
Gotham FC and United States women's national team midfielder Rose Lavelle has been voted U.S. Soccer's Female Player of the Year for 2025.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Madrid's Perez wants Erling Haaland, Jurgen Klopp
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez wants to sign striker Erling Haaland and former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Keep, cut or add? What to do with these eight rising and falling players
Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upward or downward, and explains whether they should be added or cut from your roster.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Rising prices, plenty of QBs and 1,200 players without a home
The transfer portal closes today for most players. Here are five things to know after two wild weeks.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Everything you need to know for all four NFL divisional games: Score picks, predictions and storylines
Bills-Broncos. 49ers-Seahawks. Texans-Patriots. Rams-Bears. We have picks, stats to know and more for the divisional round games.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, each team's midseason fantasy MVP
The Golden Knights and Sabres charge into the top 10, while the Flyers, Penguins and Rangers drop.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

From a client call to suiting up for a Chicago Blackhawks game: Inside David Nozzolillo's wild Friday
While Nozzolillo didn't get into the game, he did get to suit up -- and have a night to remember.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Transfer window weekly: Güler to Arsenal? Chelsea squad changes?
The winter transfer window is open, so what are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done?

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

2026 draft: Which underclassmen have declared?
Here is the list of every player who will enter the draft, listed below in alphabetical order.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

What will Mets do after losing Tucker sweepstakes? Will Philly get Bichette? Latest on NL East
Here is what's next for one of baseball's most dynamic divisions.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Women's: South Carolina ascends to No. 2 overall
Texas, which fell at South Carolina on Thursday, tumbles to the final No. 1 seed after its second straight loss.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Men's: Duke is a 1-seed again
Is the ACC back? Eight single-digit seeds -- including one on the top line -- and a couple of bubble teams would suggest so.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

?? 2026 NFL draft: Field Yates' top 25 prospects
Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Which receivers have first-round talent? Field Yates stacks his top 25 board.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

How Darnold-to-Smith-Njigba fuels Seahawks' playoff run
The duo connects to overcome past narratives, powers Seattle to home-field advantage in NFC divisional round.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

How the Bears, Caleb Williams became an offensive juggernaut
Ben Johnson helped build one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL in Chicago. Here's how he did it.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

CFP National Championship preview: Miami's path to knocking off Indiana
Will the Hoosiers cap an undefeated season, or can the Canes pull off a stunner? Here are the keys to the game.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

How can four underdogs pull off upsets?
Could we see surprises? Let's find matchup advantages and X factors for the Bills, Bears, Texans and 49ers.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Our guide to every NFL divisional round game: Previews, bold predictions and X factors
Bills-Broncos? 49ers-Seahawks? Texans-Patriots? Rams-Bears? We have picks, predictions and stats to know for the divisional round games.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Rating Boozer, Dybantsa and 54 more freshmen
The 56 standouts, surprises and more of a historic freshman class, starting with Cameron Boozer and AJ Dybantsa.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Ranking the USMNT's top 15 prospects age 21 or younger, from Europe to MLS
As the USMNT's 2026 begins, we rank the U-21 American players on the national team radar. From Europe to MLS, here's the top 15.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, each team's midseason fantasy hockey MVP
The Golden Knights and Sabres charge into the top 10, while the Flyers, Penguins and Rangers drop.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Giannis and the Bucks: Four possible pathways forward in Milwaukee at the deadline
The Bucks and Antetokounmpo currently sit in 11th place ahead of the trade deadline. What are their options?

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

10 NBA teams that could swing trade season's final 20 days
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst have the latest intel on 10 teams with major deadline decisions.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Rams-Bears set to join list of coldest playoff games
The coldest-ever postseason game remains the 1967 "Ice Bowl" between Green Bay and Dallas.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

How NFL players prepare for the coldest games of the year
Even as beards freeze and fingers lose feeling, NFL players find ways to handle ridiculously cold temperatures.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Transfer window weekly: Güler to Arsenal? Guéhi to Man City?
The winter transfer window is open, so what are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done?

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Weekend preview: Madrid seek redemption, Manchester derby, AFCON final
It's Friday and another full weekend of action awaits across the soccer calendar as Julien Laurens picks out the best games to watch in Europe.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Inside Mike Tomlin's decision to walk away from the Steelers
'It was dead silent' when the coach stunned the Steelers' locker room. Here's what we know about what's next.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Man United eye Hackney and Murillo, Maguire to leave?
Nottingham Forest center back Murillo and Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney are on Michael Carrick's shortlist at Manchester United. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Warriors prove Kuminga 'not a distraction' in win
The Warriors kept their focus on the court, saying the talk of Jonathan Kuminga's trade demand was "not a distraction" in Thursday's win over the Knicks.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Fantasy baseball: Kyle Tucker's outlook rises with move to loaded Dodgers' lineup
Track all the latest MLB free agency and trade news with fantasy baseball analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Five new SEC coaches in a day? College football's wild 2025 coaching carousel by the numbers
A $50 million-plus buyout. Thirty-plus open gigs. Five new SEC head coaches in a day. Here are all the numbers behind a whirlwind college football coaching carousel.

ESPN Sports
Jan 16, 2026

Full list of 2026 NFL draft declarations: Which underclassmen joined the class?
Sixty-three underclassmen have declared for the 2026 NFL draft, which begins April 23 in Pittsburgh. See who is on the list.

ESPN Sports
Jan 15, 2026

MLB offseason grades: The Dodgers do it again! Grading deal for Tucker
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

ESPN Sports
Jan 15, 2026

Dodgers strike again, land Tucker, sources say
The World Series champion Dodgers added another big bat to an already-potent lineup Thursday night, agreeing to a four-year, $240 million deal with prized free agent Kyle Tucker, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jan 15, 2026

Oklahoma QB Mateer, LB Lewis to return in '26
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer and linebacker Kip Lewis will return in 2026, the school announced on Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 15, 2026

Vandy LB among 5 denied injunction for 5th year
Five college football players seeking to play a fifth season this fall had their motions for a preliminary injunction denied Thursday by a federal judge.

ESPN Sports
Jan 15, 2026

Nacua's brother won't be charged after taking car
Samson Nacua, the brother of Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua, will not be charged after he was arrested last month for allegedly taking a vehicle without the owner's consent, with investigators now telling NBC4 that they believe it was accidental.

ESPN Sports
Jan 15, 2026

Bruins retire No. 33 jersey of Hall of Famer Chara
The Boston Bruins retired Zdeno Chara's number in a ceremony before Thursday night's game against the Seattle Kraken.

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