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Jan 31, 2026

Five teams with contract extension dilemmas
What will the Rams, Lions, Falcons, Texans and Cowboys do?

ESPN Sports
Jan 31, 2026

The Seahawks have a short-yardage threat: AJ Barne...
Mike Macdonald wanted more first downs -- so the Seahawks created a tush push play that fans dubbed the "Barnyard."

ESPN Sports
Jan 31, 2026

Why the LA Clippers are suddenly the hottest team ...
It took two years of convincing, but Kawhi Leonard's new game is supercharging the Clippers.

ESPN Sports
Jan 31, 2026

No gap year here: How Boston retooled a fractured ...
A sidelined superstar and key rotation losses were supposed to send the Celtics into the play-in.

ESPN Sports
Jan 31, 2026

Could history repeat at Man United? Carrick and So...
Early wins and calm authority have made Michael Carrick feel comfortable as Manchester United coach, which sparks parallels with Ole Gunner Solskjær.

ESPN Sports
Jan 31, 2026

Rybakina rallies to stop Sabalenka for Aussie titl...
Elena Rybakina won the Australian Open title with a 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 victory over top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka on Saturday that avenged her loss in the championship decider here in 2023.

ESPN Sports
Jan 31, 2026

Copy of Copy of Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool move for Inter de...
Liverpool have made an initial inquiry to Internazionale about signing right back Denzel Dumfries. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jan 31, 2026

Draymond: Not losing sleep as Giannis talk swirls
As reports swirl over a potential Giannis-to-Golden State trade, Draymond Green said he has "no reason to sit and worry" about his Warriors future but also said he understands trades are part of the business.

ESPN Sports
Jan 31, 2026

Unrivaled draws record crowd of 21,490 in Philly
Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier said it was "unbelievable" to see a record 21,490 fans attend the 3-on-3 league's inaugural tour stop in Philadelphia.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Jokic returns from injury to net 31 in Nuggets' wi...
Nikola Jokic returned to the Nuggets' lineup on Friday night after being sidelined since Dec. 29 with a bone bruise in his hyperextended left knee and had 31 points and 12 rebounds in a 122-109 win over the LA Clippers.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Who will win the Australian Open men's title?
Carlos Alcaraz will take on Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open men's final -- with a lot of history on the line. Here's how each can win.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Robertson, 40, WS champion with Yankees, retires
David Robertson, who recorded 179 saves over a 17-year major league career, announced his retirement Friday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

WWE 'SmackDown': Live results and analysis
Arda Ocal breaks down all the action from "SmackDown" the night before the 2026 Royal Rumble.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Giants co-owner Tisch named in latest Epstein file...
Giants co-owner Steve Tisch's name appears at least 440 times among millions of documents in the latest release of Jeffrey Epstein files Friday, including some that show Epstein connected him to numerous women.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Wilder-Chisora bout set for April in London
Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder will face Derek Chisora on April 4 at O2 Arena in London, it was announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Sources: Ravens to hire Doyle, 29, to be new OC
The Ravens are hiring Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle as their offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Doyle, 29, will be the youngest offensive playcaller in the NFL.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Sources: Seahawks to go up for sale after SB LX
The Seattle Seahawks will go up for sale after Super Bowl LX, league and ownership sources familiar with the arrangement tell ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Steelers tab ex-Raiders DC Graham to same role
The Pittsburgh Steelers hired former Las Vegas Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham for the same role in Mike McCarthy's staff, the team announced Friday afternoon.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Inter Miami signs Berterame to long-term DP deal
Inter Miami signed Mexican forward Germán Berterame from Monterrey as a Designated Player with a contract through the 2028-29 MLS season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Bailey, with 10 games in NBA, seeks NCAA return
Former UCLA standout Amari Bailey, who played 10 games for the Hornets in 2023-24, has hired an agent and a lawyer to prepare to fight for NCAA eligibility.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

What we know (and don't) about F1 in 2026 after Ba...
After five days of shakedown testing at Barcelona, ESPN's F1 analysts reveal what they learned about the state of the field ahead of 2026 rule changes.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

White House partners with Fanatics, pro leagues
The White House announced a partnership with Fanatics, MLB, MLS, NASCAR, the NBA, the NFL and the NHL -- plus the UFC and WWE.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Wilson, A's reach agreement on 7-year extension
All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson and the Athletics reached agreement on a seven-year contract that includes a club option for an eighth season, the team announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Twins exec Falvey departs amid franchise revamp
The Twins and president of baseball and business operations Derek Falvey have mutually decided to part ways, the club announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Biffle wasn't flying plane before crash, report sa...
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle was not flying his own jet when it crashed last month, killing him and six others, according to an NTSB report.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Pro Bowl Joe: Flacco gets 1st nod after 18 years
Bengals QB Joe Flacco was named as an AFC quarterback in this year's Pro Bowl Games, the team announced Friday. It's the first time in Flacco's 18-year career that he has been named a Pro Bowler.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

NFL eyes replay for missed player safety penalties...
The NFL will discuss using video review to assess penalties for player-safety-related violations that are missed by officials, the league said Friday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

The NFL's best (and worst) head coach hires of the...
Who were the most successful coaching hires since 2021? And how do the Super Bowl coaches stack up? We ranked all 37 moves.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Vikings fire GM Adofo-Mensah after 4 seasons
The Minnesota Vikings fired general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah on Friday, the team announced, a shocking turn following an organization-wide failure to make the playoffs this season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

WNBA, WNBAPA to meet Monday to discuss CBA
The WNBA and the WNBPA are scheduled to hold an in-person meeting in New York on Monday to discuss a new collective bargaining agreement.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Patriots QB Maye misses practice with illness
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel says quarterback Drake Maye didn't practice Friday because of illness.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Sources: Nuggets' Jokic set to return vs. Clips
After missing 16 games with a bone bruise in his hyperextended left knee, Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic is expected to return to action Friday night against the Clippers, sources told ESPN's Shams Charnia.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Chase Elliott is finding his way back to where he ...
Last year was the first time Chase Elliott won multiple races in a season since 2022. Can he carry that momentum into the 2026 campaign?

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Key stats and info to know before the 2026 Royal R...
As the road to WrestleMania 42 begins this Saturday, here's a look at the history of its first stop.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Source: Bills hiring Carmichael as team's new OC
The Bills are hiring Pete Carmichael to be their offensive coordinator, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

NBA trade intel: Could the Bucks keep Giannis? Eve...
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst examine eight East contenders, and how a Giannis trade could alter the conference hierarchy.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Keep, cut or add? What to do with Sabonis, Christi...
Helping you decide whether to give up on struggling players or believe in those who are ascending.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Copy of Patriots invested big in Super Bowl champ Milton W...
Milton Williams became the highest-paid player in Patriots history last March after winning it all with the Eagles.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

The Premier League stars who could still move this...
There is less than a week to go in the January transfer window.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

What to do with Giannis? The best- and worst-case ...
With Giannis Antetokounmpo rumored to be in his final days with Milwaukee, Andre Snellings takes a look at the possible destinations and which would be best and worst for his fantasy value.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Five teams with contract extension dilemmas: What ...
How will the Lions juggle four negotiations? Can Puka Nacua and Bijan Robinson get record deals? How might the C.J. Stroud and Brandon Aubrey situations play out?

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Lopez-Stevenson picks: Can power crack Shakur's de...
Will Teofimo Lopez Jr. solve Shakur Stevenson's defense? Or will Stevenson control the range?

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Gold or bust? X factors for all 12 men's Olympic h...
Who's going to win at Milan Cortina? How these specific players perform could make the difference.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Men's: Florida is taking national title contender ...
The defending national champions are building a case to move up the bracket -- and as a threat to repeat.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Women's: Did upset of Iowa save USC's season?
In danger of falling out of the field, USC got its most important win of the season Thursday. Mississippi State also got a big one.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

?? NFL betting: Teams, games that defined season
Before Super Bowl LX kicks off, let's take a look at the year in review, with all the bad beats, teams on repeat and more.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Djoker ends Sinner's reign, to play for 25th Slam
Novak Djokovic outlasted Jannik Sinner over five sets and will now face Carlos Alcaraz with a chance at an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Why the NFL stood by Bad Bunny for Super Bowl half...
The NFL has stood by its decision to book Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl halftime show, despite Trump administration criticism.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Ranking March Madness threats from contenders to C...
Three national title favorites, nine Final Four threats and 35 more teams that can win NCAA tournament games.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Size 20 shoes and 5,000 calories a day: Inside Ol...
With titles as the world's tallest teenager and tallest college basketball player ever, meet Florida's center.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Laurens' weekend preview: Will Spurs haunt title-c...
Julien Laurens is here with his weekend recommendations: Can Man City beat Tottenham, their bogey side? Will Arbeloa step up as Real Madrid coach?

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Five NFL teams with interesting contract extension...
How will the Lions juggle four negotiations? Can Puka Nacua and Bijan Robinson get record deals? How might the C.J. Stroud and Brandon Aubrey situations play out?

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Why the NFL stood by Bad Bunny for Super Bowl halftime show
The NFL has stood by its decision to book Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl halftime show, despite Trump administration criticism.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Ranking the top 100 players in the college footbal...
The transfer portal closed Jan. 16. Here's your guide to the best players on the move this offseason.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Final 2026 recruit rankings: Who can play early? W...
Before the Class of 2026 takes on college football, we look at who's ready to make an impact.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

How bright is your team's future? Ranking all 30 f...
Who has the most talent in the minors? Here's how every organization stacks up entering the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Behind the scenes at Driveline: How the lab that g...
We got an all-access pass to a two-day MLB training session in Scottsdale, Arizona.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Sabalenka or Rybakina: Who will win the Australian...
Aryna Sabalenka will take on Elena Rybakina in the Australian Open women's final. Our experts weigh in on how each can win the title.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

NFL betting wrapped: Seahawks-Patriots Super Bowl ...
Before Super Bowl LX kicks off, let's take a look at the year in review, with all the bad beats, teams on repeat and more.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Teofimo Lopez Jr., Shakur Stevenson went from spar...
In 2016, Shakur Stevenson and Teofimo Lopez Jr. sparred at a Miami gym. On Saturday, they fight for much more.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Champions League playoff picks: Can Mourinho shock...
The Champions League playoff draw has given us an instant rematch between José Mourinho's Benfica and Real Madrid. Here are our picks to advance.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Dominant Bayern fall short of Leverkusen perfectio...
Bayern Munich are running away with the Bundesliga, but despite their dominance, are not perfect.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

NHL Power Rankings: Updated 1-32 poll, each team's...
How high will the Sabres climb? Plus, here are the upcoming dates to circle on the calendar.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

NBA trade deadline intel: League insiders on Bucks...
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst examine eight East contenders, and how a Giannis trade could alter the conference hierarchy.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Why the LA Clippers are suddenly the hottest team in the NBA
It took two years of convincing, but Kawhi Leonard's new game is supercharging the Clippers -- and making them an unexpected threat in the loaded Western Conference.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Ranking the top 100 players in the college football transfer portal
The transfer portal closed Jan. 16. Here's your guide to the best players on the move this offseason.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Alcaraz outlasts Zverev in 5.5 hour epic match
Carlos Alcaraz overcame possible cramps and injury to fend off Alexander Zverev in an epic, momentum-swinging five-setter Friday, becoming the youngest man in the Open era to reach the finals of all four Grand Slam events.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Vonn crashes, limps off in last pre-Olympics run
Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final downhill before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics on Friday and was left limping and keeping weight off her left knee.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Copy of Copy of Transfer rumors, news: Tottenham eye ex-Arsenal st...
Tottenham Hotspur are in the market for a new winger and have made contact over Bayern Munich's Serge Gnabry. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

One for ages: Flagg nets 49; Knueppel scores win
Kon Knueppel made the critical plays down the stretch, outdueling Cooper Flagg, his former roommate at Duke who led all scorers with 49 points, and helping the Hornets past the Mavericks for their fifth straight win.

ESPN Sports
Jan 30, 2026

Ranked: Who are the top 50 players in the Premier ...
The Premier League Top 50 returns for 2026 to rank the best players in the Premier League so far this season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Who will win the Australian Open title?
Aryna Sabalenka will take on Elena Rybakina in the Australian Open women's final. Our experts weigh in on how each can win the title.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Champions League recap: Grading all 36 teams, plus...
The league phase of the Champions League is over, culminating with a dramatic Matchday 8. Who was the best and worst in this stage of the competition?

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Kane passes Modano, sets U.S.-born points mark
Patrick Kane passed Mike Modano on Thursday night to become the highest-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Poch: WC ticket prices nothing to do with USMNT
United States coach Mauricio Pochettino said it was not his job -- nor that of his players -- to evaluate or weigh in on the price of tickets for this summer's World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Seahawks GM: Darnold 'hasn't flinched' over injury...
Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold's oblique injury might have caused some members of the team to panic, but Darnold "hasn't flinched" through this postseason, GM John Schneider said.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Sources: Cunningham set to become Falcons' GM
The Falcons are expected to hire ex-Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham as their new GM, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Day 13: Alcaraz-Zverev, Sinner-Djokovic in semis
Carlos Alcaraz. Alexander Zverev. Jannik Sinner. Novak Djokovic. Just four men remain in contention for the Australian Open title. Who will meet in Sunday's final?

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

'It's cruel': The art and the agony of the runner-...
Should tennis do away with the runner-up speech? It's unique to the sport -- and can be devastatingly hard to do.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Top prospects and risers of the Senior Bowl: Luke ...
Here are the top NFL draft risers from the final day of Senior Bowl practices, with Altmyer making a move.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Bills' Allen has surgery, expects quick recovery
Bills quarterback Josh Allen says he expects to be ready for OTAs after having foot surgery this week.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Eagles hire Packers QB coach Mannion as OC
The Eagles are hiring Packers quarterbacks coach Sean Mannion as their offensive coordinator.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Sources: Nuggets' Gordon to miss 4-to-6 weeks
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon will be reevaluated in four to six weeks with a right hamstring strain, the team announced Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Record $1.76B expected to be bet on Super Bowl
Approximately $1.76 billion is expected to be bet on Super Bowl LX with U.S. sportsbooks, a nearly 27% year-over-year increase, according to the AGA.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Biggest looming free agent decisions for every tea...
NFL free agency starts on March 11. What does the future look like for these 32 soon-to-be free agents?

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Brady touts Coleman: 'Stood on the table' for WR
New Bills head coach Joe Brady expressed his support for wide receiver Keon Coleman, stating that "Keon Coleman is going to be a Buffalo Bill."

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Sources: Hayes, Bryant accept slam dunk invites
Lakers center Jaxson Hayes and Spurs rookie Carter Bryant have accepted invitations to the NBA slam dunk contest at All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, sources said.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Pats Vrabel 'not' too worried about Maye's health
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said Thursday that he's not too concerned about QB Drake Maye's injured shoulder as the team begins preparations for Super Bowl LX.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

KU expects Peterson to play vs. BYU, Dybantsa
Kansas expects to have Darryn Peterson available Saturday when the No. 14 Jayhawks welcome A.J. Dybantsa and No. 13 BYU to Allen Fieldhouse.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Super Bowl betting buzz: Public backing JSN touchd...
In early Super Bowl LX betting, Jaxon Smith-Njigba leads all players in touchdown prop betting volume.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

The Warriors want Giannis, but does Giannis want t...
Can the Warriors make a deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo? The biggest questions one week out from the deadline.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Kennesaw St. coach blasts betting 'predators'
While Kennesaw State coach Antoine Pettway said he wasn't giving a pass to players who took bribes, he expressed more frustration with the ringleaders of college basketball's point-shaving scheme.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Ravens' Minter: I want to build bond with Lamar
Ravens coach Jesse Minter said he's looking forward to building a relationship with quarterback Lamar Jackson.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

47 teams, 6 tiers: Ranking March Madness threats f...
Three national title favorites, nine Final Four threats and 35 more teams that can win NCAA tournament games.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Championship Series rosters revealed for PLL, WLL
The tournament takes place Feb. 27 through March 8 at The St. James in Springfield, Va.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Our experts' favorite Super Bowl prop plays
From yardage totals to interception long shots and everything between, here's where we see betting edges for the Super Bowl.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Koepka's return and what it means for the PGA Tour...
Koepka's return and news that Patrick Reed is also coming back gives the PGA Tour momentum.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

30/30 for Evan Carter? Is Bryce Miller a heavy sle...
Eric Karabell keeps tabs on the baseball world and tells you what is relevant to fantasy baseball managers.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

Draft guide: Rankings, tips, strategy, stats and m...
All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 29, 2026

USWNT legend Dunn, 33, announces retirement
United States women's national team great Crystal Dunn on Thursday announced her retirement from soccer at age 33.

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