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Feb 27, 2026

?? NFL combine: Best workouts, draft risers, more
Top prospects such as David Bailey and Ohio State's linebacker duo starred. Here are our experts on the combine's top workouts.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

QB Mendoza would love Raiders' Brady as mentor
Quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the presumptive top pick in April's NFL draft, met with the Raiders at the combine Friday and loves the idea of having seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady as a potential mentor.

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Feb 27, 2026

Simpson out to prove he's 'franchise quarterback'
Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson said Friday at the NFL's scouting combine that he's prepared to show NFL talent evaluators that he is a "franchise quarterback.''

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Feb 27, 2026

Sources: Cowboys to franchise-tag WR Pickens
The Cowboys will do what has been expected on Friday, placing the franchise tag on receiver George Pickens to secure his rights at least through 2026, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Sources: Last year for Gillispie at Tarleton St.
Tarleton State is expected to formally announce this morning that men's basketball coach Billy Gillispie will not return next year.

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Feb 27, 2026

Pistons? Cavs? Knicks? Celtics? A wild card? We asked NBA insiders to pick an East favorite
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst survey the league to see who has the edge in the wide-open Eastern Conference.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

'Beef Stew' is carrying on the legacy of an iconic Detroit big man
The intimidation, the electric blocks -- and the suspensions -- are all part of the Isaiah Stewart package.

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Feb 27, 2026

'Sorry': Giants' Harrison Bader autographs food truck dented by spring training home run
Bader's 408-foot blast on Wednesday put a visible dent on the exterior of a nearby food truck.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Ten years into his UFC career, Brandon Moreno still thinks he can be a three-time champion
One more run at the flyweight title would cap an already historic career for Mexican MMA pioneer Brandon Moreno.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

One free agent each NFL team should sign: We found 32 perfect fits
Mike Evans to the Bills? Malik Willis to the Jets? Riq Woolen to the Jaguars? We found free agent fits for all 32 teams this offseason.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Bracketology: UNC inching closer but still outside of top 16
The Tar Heels are in third place in the ACC and have won 11 of their past 12 games, but they remain a No. 5 seed.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Bracketology: Florida rejoins the 2-seed line
The Gators ride an eight-game win streak back toward the top as they prepare to defend their title.

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Feb 27, 2026

25 surprising stars: Tyler Tanner, Ebuka Okorie, more breakouts
From injury comebacks to expanded roles, these players are outperforming preseason expectations.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Preview for the 2026 PLL, WLL Championship Series: Key players, schedule, predictions
The top four teams in men's and women's lacrosse square off for the Sixes crown.

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Feb 27, 2026

How the top QB signings will fit in 2026
The top 2026 recruits at each position have their new homes. Here's how their games will work.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Champions League round of 16 predictions: Real Madrid over Man City?
The path to the Champions League final is now mapped out, but who do we think makes it all the way to Budapest? Mark Ogden makes his picks.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Source: Bills re-signing special teamer Franklin
The Buffalo Bills are re-signing special teams player and safety Sam Franklin Jr. to a three-year deal, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Do the USWNT's up-and-comers really have a shot at the Women's World Cup roster?
The USWNT's roster for the SheBelieves Cup had eight players with six caps or less. Are these youngsters competing for World Cup spots?

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Premier League Power Rankings: Chelsea up, Liverpool down in ratings of all 20 teams
ESPN's Premier League Power Rankings return to look at all 20 teams: Chelsea are up, Liverpool are down, and Crystal Palace are on fire.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Who wins People's Puskás Award for world's best amateur goal of the year?
A sublime overhead kick, a long-range half-volley, and some exquisite control followed by a rabona.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Why the East race is full of high stakes: 'Not a lot of honeymoons going on'
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst survey the league to see who has the edge in the wide-open Eastern Conference.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Isaiah Stewart, Ben Wallace and the legacy of Detroit's enforcer
The intimidation, the electric blocks -- and the suspensions -- are all part of the Beef Stew experience.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

An Ivy League All-American? The next Theo Epstein? Why an ace chose Yale over the SEC
When the powerhouse schools called, offering NIL money, Jack Ohman nearly changed his phone number.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

'You're looking at a Ferrari': Introducing Konnor Griffin, MLB's next teenage superstar
The No. 1 prospect in baseball has a chance to join exclusive company on Opening Day -- if the Pirates are willing to let him.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Does anyone beat Ohtani? Buster Olney ranks the top 10 designated hitters
Our dive into the best players at every position concludes with the game's most powerful hitters.

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Feb 27, 2026

Let's match NFL free agents to all 32 teams: Ideal landing spots for the biggest names
Mike Evans to the Bills? Malik Willis to the Jets? Riq Woolen to the Jaguars? We found free agent fits for all 32 NFL teams this offseason.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, over/under bet for each team
As the NHL returns from the Olympic break, the rankings see big shifts beyond the top five.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Trade tier rankings: Which big names could bring a Stanley Cup?
The playoff races have restarted, with many teams seeking to bolster their rosters for a deep run this spring.

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Feb 27, 2026

Wetzel: In search of NFL's fact-finding mission on Giants owner Tisch
If NFL execs want to say there's nothing to see here on Tisch, they should come out and say why.

ESPN Sports
Feb 27, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Man United, Chelsea, PSG watch Genk trio
Scouts from clubs including Chelsea, Manchester City, Man United and Paris Saint-Germain watched three Racing Genk stars play. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

How Keaton Wagler emerged atop a loaded freshman class
The Fighting Illini star has ascended toward the top of a historically talented freshman class.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Hawks plan Magic City night to honor 'institution'
The Hawks are paying tribute to Magic City, Atlanta's famed strip club, with a promotional night planned for March 16.

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Feb 26, 2026

? Panarin gifts mascot a Rolex for jersey number
Panarin wanted to wear the No. 72 upon being traded to Los Angeles. The only problem is the Kings' mascot already wore that number.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

OSU's Styles wows with 43.5-inch combine vertical
Projected top-10 pick Sonny Styles posted the best vertical jump by an off-ball linebacker at the combine since 2003 and also dazzled with a 4.46 time in the 40-yard dash and an 11-foot-2-inch broad jump Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

NCAA panel proposes targeting ejection changes
A Division I football panel is proposing a series of rules changes involving targeting ejections, player dress codes and fair catches, the NCAA announced Thursday.

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Feb 26, 2026

Neymar shushes critics after first goals in return
Neymar broke his 2026 goal drought in spectacular fashion Thursday, leading Santos to a 2-1 victory over Vasco da Gama in the fourth round of the Brasileirão.

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Feb 26, 2026

Knueppel sets rookie 3-pt. record -- in 59 games
Kon Knueppel broke Keegan Murray's NBA rookie record for 3-pointers, making his 207th on Thursday night against the Pacers.

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Feb 26, 2026

Purdue's Smith joins elite list with 1,000th assist
Purdue point guard Braden Smith became the fifth player in Division I history to reach 1,000 assists with his sixth assist against No. 13 Michigan State on Thursday night.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Sources: Trump, college leaders to meet March 6
Conference commissioners are expected to join sports celebrities and dignitaries on March 6 in a roundtable discussion with President Donald Trump about the future of college athletics, sources said.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Best NFL combine workouts, draft risers: The top performances and prospects from Day 1
Top prospects such as David Bailey and Ohio State's linebacker duo starred. Here are our experts on the combine's top workouts.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

SGA cleared to return for short-handed Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who missed the Thunder's past nine games because of an abdominal strain, will be available Friday against the Nuggets.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Future fantasy stars? 12 prospects to track at the NFL combine
Liz Loza looks at rookies who could make a splash in Indianapolis and climb up boards throughout the draft process.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Cleveland Heights to honor Olympic gold medalist Laila Edwards
Cleveland Heights plans to honor Edwards, the first Black woman to play for the U.S. women's national team.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao are fighting: Is this 2011?
Securing this rematch more than a decade after their first meeting feels like a sequel to a poorly received movie.

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Feb 26, 2026

Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: A unanimous choice for No. 1
Claressa Shields' continued dominance keeps her firmly atop the list. Here's the latest pound-for-pound rankings.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Matt Holliday's Stillwater estate listed for $12 million
The 7,500 square foot land includes a professionally lit baseball field with indoor batting cages.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Max Scherzer's re-signing with Blue Jays fulfills wish from daughter's letter to the club
On Wednesday, a source confirmed to ESPN's Alden Gonzalez that Scherzer and the Blue Jays had reached an agreement to keep the 41-year-old three-time Cy Young winner in Toronto.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

NFLPA 2026 report cards: See the results for all 32 teams
See the results of the NFL Players Association's 2026 report cards for all 32 teams.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Power Rankings: Stakes are high for UCLA, two teams rejoin the list
UCLA is on the brink of a perfect league record with its matchup Sunday against USC.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Oregon State's Tinkle won't return for 13th season
Oregon State men's basketball coach Wayne Tinkle will not return next season after 12 years at the helm, the school announced Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Chris Bosh: 'Lucky to be alive' after health scare
Chris Bosh said that he's "lucky to be alive" after a recent health scare that resulted in him waking up "covered in my own blood."

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

'Sorry': Giants' Bader autographs home run-dented food truck
Harrison Bader's 408-foot blast on Wednesday left a visible mark on the exterior of a nearby vehicle.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

'Sorry': Giants' Bader autographs home-run food truck dented
Harrison Bader's 408-foot blast on Wednesday put a visible dent on the exterior of a nearby vehicle.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Scherzer's re-signing with Blue Jays fulfills daughter's letter wish
On Wednesday, a source confirmed to ESPN's Alden Gonzalez that Scherzer and the Blue Jays had reached an agreement to keep the 41-year-old three-time Cy Young winner in Toronto.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Sens' Tkachuk miffed over White House AI video
Brady Tkachuk said he didn't appreciate the AI-doctored video released by the White House that made it appear he was disparaging Canadians.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Source: Fins 1st, Steelers worst in NFLPA survey
For the third consecutive year, the Dolphins ranked first overall in the NFL Players Association annual report cards, according to survey results obtained by ESPN. The Steelers finished in last place.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

NCAA eyes big penalties for FB transfer offenses
The NCAA's football oversight committee is proposing stiff penalties for schools and coaches who violate the rules of the transfer portal window.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

LaLiga will 'try again' for league game in U.S
- The Spanish soccer league wants to resurrect plans to stage a regular-season game in the United States.

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Feb 26, 2026

Agent: Colts grant Richardson OK to find trade
The Colts have given quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. permission to seek a trade, his agent told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

U.S. women to celebrate gold with Flavor Flav
The United States women's hockey team has a date with Flavor Flav in Las Vegas in July to celebrate its gold medal victory in the Milan Cortina Olympics.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea confident of landing Aston Villa's Rogers
Chelsea remain keen on Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

It's been three years since Premier League issued against Man City. What's going on?
The Premier League announced it was charging Man City for breaching the rules in February 2023. City have denied the charges, and the hearings ended in December 2024. What is taking so long?

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Feb 26, 2026

Way-too-early roster predictions for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game
Who could be representing both squads in Philly this summer? We make our (very) early roster picks.

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Feb 26, 2026

Don't be surprised if ... Randle finishes in top 10, Nembhard in top 50
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Julius Randle, LaMelo Ball and more.

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Feb 26, 2026

Downs believes he's best defender in NFL draft
Ohio State safety Caleb Downs said being the "best defender" should carry more weight than positional value when selecting players in the NFL draft.

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Feb 26, 2026

Source: Colts grant Richardson OK to find trade
The Colts have given quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. permission to seek a trade, a league source told ESPN.

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Feb 26, 2026

Top CB prospect McCoy says knee's fully healthy
Former Vols CB Jermod McCoy says he is fully healed from a right ACL injury and expects to have "no limits" during his upcoming pro day at Tennessee.

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Feb 26, 2026

Let's grade NFL signings and trades: Why the Jets are the clear winner in the Johnson-Sweat deal
We're handing out report cards on big offseason moves, starting with the Jermaine Johnson-T'Vondre Sweat trade.

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Feb 26, 2026

Champions League talking points: Madrid, PSG or Italian football -- who is worse off?
And then there were 16. Two Italian giants are out, and Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain only eked through their playoffs. So who has what it takes to win the Champions League?

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

What to expect at NFL combine workouts: Kiper, Miller, Reid and Yates answer 11 questions
Which NFL draft prospects should have great combine performances? Who could run the fastest 40-yard dashes, and who will climb boards this week?

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Mexico violence: What happened, FIFA's response and what it means for the World Cup
Amid cartel-related violence in Mexico, soccer leagues suspended games. Will the situation affect the country's status as a host for the World Cup?

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Feb 26, 2026

Can the Lakers solve their Deandre Ayton dilemma? Why the stakes are high for both sides
Deandre Ayton and the Lakers are entering the most crucial stretch of the season. The question is: Will he accept the role they desperately need him to play?

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Feb 26, 2026

Sources: Johnson to Titans in latest Jets trade
The Jets are trading pass rusher Jermaine Johnson to the Titans for defensive tackle T'Vondre Sweat, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Bubble Watch: Georgia, Texas fall short of big wins -- but hold steady
The Bulldogs and Longhorns let Vanderbilt and Florida, respectively, run away late on Tuesday.

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Feb 26, 2026

Men's Power Rankings: Can any team catch Duke?
The Blue Devils look like they have the inside track to the top overall seed in the men's NCAA tournament.

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Feb 26, 2026

Stashing these injured players is a winning move
Eric Karabell serves up a list of currently injured players to keep on your radar for the last few rounds of your fantasy drafts.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

?? Kobe, MJ and the black mamba's secret history
In late 2002, Nike began creating a global campaign featuring the black mamba -- and presented it to an NBA superstar. That star was not Kobe Bryant.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Why the Lakers' success depends on Deandre Ayton -- and vice versa
Deandre Ayton and the Lakers are entering the most crucial stretch of the season. The question is: Will he accept the role they desperately need him to play?

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

UConn wins by 32, Pitino's worst St. John's loss
UConn avenged a Feb. 6 loss by handing St. John's its largest defeat under Rick Pitino, a 72-40 blowout Wednesday night in which the Red Storm missed their final 24 field goal attempts.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Kiper's latest NFL mock draft: Projecting the entire first round ahead of the combine
Let's project where the best players in the 2026 draft class will get picked in April.

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Feb 26, 2026

How a mental health focus aided John Tavares' renaissance
Through his foundation, the Maple Leafs center has driven awareness of the mental health conversation.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Wyshynski's NHL trade tier rankings: Which big names could bring a Stanley Cup?
The playoff races have restarted, with many teams seeking to bolster their rosters for a deep run this spring.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Preview: Who will book their tickets to WrestleMania 42?
Out of the WWE loop? Here's everything you need to know ahead of Saturday's Elimination Chamber in Chicago.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Way-too-early 2026 MLB All-Stars: Predicting full rosters for both the AL and NL
Who could be representing both squads in Philly this summer? We make our (very) early roster picks.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Top center fielders: Where J-Rod, Crow-Armstrong, Buxton rank
Our list of the elite at every position continues with a spot ruled by some of baseball's young stars.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Prospects to watch: From the high school son of a former MLB All-Star to the next Mets ace?
The 2026 World Baseball Classic is loaded with household names, but also some MLB stars of tomorrow.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Haaland, Rice, Semenyo ... Igor Thiago? Our writers pick Premier League Player of the Year
We're approaching the business end of the 2025-26 Premier League season, and it's time to start thinking about year-end awards. But who has stood out? With no consensus No.1 player, our writers debate their picks.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Spurs to get relegated? Chelsea to set poor discipline record?
Let's overreact to the Spurs' dire straits, Chelsea's shot at unwanted history and more.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Power Rankings: Can any team catch Duke?
The Blue Devils look like they have the inside track to the top overall seed in the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Pound-for-pound rankings: A unanimous choice for No. 1
Claressa Shields' continued dominance keeps her firmly atop the list. Here's the latest women's pound-for-pound rankings.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

'There's not one path': The unexpected rise of Keaton Wagler at Illinois
The Fighting Illini star has ascended toward the top of a historically talented freshman class.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

The game that will define the 2026 season for every power-conference team
These are the showdowns you should already have circled on your college football calendar.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Inside the secret history of the black mamba
In late 2002, Nike began creating a global campaign featuring the black mamba -- and presented it to an NBA superstar. That star was not Kobe Bryant.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

NFL draft experts preview the combine workouts: Predictions, potential risers and speedsters to watch
Which NFL draft prospects should have great combine performances? Who could run the fastest 40-yard dashes, and who will climb boards this week?

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

MMA divisional rankings: Heavyweight top 10 is light on changes or impact
Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid interested in Arsenal's Gabriel
Real Madrid have their eye on Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhães, and Chelsea remain keen on Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Third victim dies week after shooting at R.I. rink
A deadly shooting during a youth hockey game in Rhode Island last week claimed a third victim, authorities said Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Quenneville second NHL coach to reach 1K wins
Joel Quenneville joined Scotty Bowman in the exclusive club when his Ducks rallied to beat the Oilers on Wednesday night.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Source: Scherzer returning to Jays for 19th season
Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer has agreed to return to the Blue Jays for his 19th season, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Feb 26, 2026

Source: Scherzer agrees to return to Blue Jays
Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer has agreed to return to the Blue Jays, a source confirmed to ESPN

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