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Nov 19, 2025

Can Colts RB Jonathan Taylor win MVP? Here's how he stacks up against four QB candidates
Matthew Stafford is now the favorite to win MVP, but can he hold off Drake Maye, Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes and Taylor?

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

What Lakers insiders are monitoring as LeBron James makes his unprecedented return
As James begins his record-setting 23rd season in the NBA, here are the four biggest questions to answer.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

NBA Power Rankings: Who provides the most stealth help for all 30 teams?
Insiders break down this week's power rankings, including who is the most important role player for every team.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Miller's new NFL mock draft: 32 first-round pick predictions -- and two trades -- five months out
How early could Ty Simpson go? What about Makai Lemon, David Bailey and Mansoor Delane? Let's project Round 1 of the 2026 draft -- plus two trades.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

NFL Week 12 buzz: Will Burrow, Daniels return? Who are the hottest coaching candidates?
Will Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels play again this season? Are the Vikings worried about J.J. McCarthy? And which coaches are on the hot seat? Here's what we're hearing.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Updated Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus who's under the most pressure for each team
Stacking NFL teams after Week 12 and looking at players, coaches and execs fighting for their jobs.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

MMA P4P rankings: Shevchenko, Makhachev new No. 1s -- but just one unanimous
Winners of the two UFC 322 title bouts move to the top of the ESPN pound-for-pound rankings.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Nico Harrison, Mark Cuban and a 'palace coup': Inside a bitter feud for control in Dallas
Here's what led to the end of Nico Harrison's tenure with the Dallas Mavericks 11 games into the season, and how Mark Cuban was involved.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

'From underdog to star,' Riley Tiernan breaks through in the NWSL
Two weeks before the season, the Rookie of the Year nominee didn't even know whether she'd make a team.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Bottom 10: Where even when we lose, we have a blast
When wins are seemingly impossible to come by, it's OK to celebrate victories of any sort.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Best stories, wildest celebrations from amazing round of qualifiers
When entire nations are gripped by joy and heartbreak, it can be football at its very best.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Ranked: All 64 national teams that can still win the 2026 World Cup after latest eliminations
There are still 64 national teams that can win the FIFA World Cup next summer. Let's go through them all and rank where they stand.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Ranking men's basketball Freshman of the Year contenders: Who is No. 1?
AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer have cases for the strongest season so far. Here's who else is in the running.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Women's college basketball Power Rankings: TCU in, Duke out, more movers
The first five teams hold steady while Oklahoma and Michigan make big jumps and TCU enters the top 16.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Why Haney is in an unusual spot heading into the Norman fight
Devin Haney is only 26, a pound-for-pound talent and unbeaten. So, why is he facing a crossroads fight against Brian Norman Jr.?

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Anthony Yarde hoping third time's a charm in David Benavidez world title showdown
Yarde insists he will be better in his third attempt at winning a world light heavyweight title.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

What we're hearing on the WNBA's CBA negotiations
With the Nov. 30 WNBA deadline looming for a new CBA, where do talks stand?

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

How a baseball behemoth plans to get ... better? 3 offseason questions as Dodgers eye three-peat
L.A.'s blueprint to bolster a two-time defending champion will be among MLB's biggest stories this winter.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

NHL Bubble Watch: Projecting playoff hopes for all 32 teams
At the quarter-season mark, here's a rundown of the locks, teams with work to do and long shots.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Federer aces election to International Tennis HOF
Roger Federer has been elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. TV announcer and journalist Mary Carillo was selected in the contributor category.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Bad Bunny, big stage: How will 2026 halftime stack up with the most searched Super Bowl shows?
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl set is drawing early buzz, but search data shows which halftime shows have truly stood the test of time.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Wetzel: Was Al Davis right about Lane Kiffin?
In different circumstances, Kiffin could -- maybe even should -- leave Ole Miss. But not these circumstances.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Statement Uruguay win shows the USMNT has come a long way in 16 months
Sixteen months ago, the U.S. men's national team hit rock bottom, losing 1-0 to Uruguay to seal its group-stage elimination from the 2024 Copa America. Now things are very different.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Statement win over Uruguay shows the USMNT has come a long way in 16 months
Sixteen months ago, the U.S. men's national team hit rock bottom, losing 1-0 to Uruguay to seal its group-stage elimination from the 2024 Copa America. Now things are very different.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona's Lewandowski wanted by AC Milan
AC Milan have made veteran Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski a target. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Roy rips into Stars' Rantanen for 'disrespectful' hit
Islanders coach Patrick Roy ripped into Stars forward Mikko Rantanen after he was ejected to injuring New York defenseman Alex Romanov.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

Lakers score 140 in LeBron's historic season debut
Lakers star LeBron James made his season debut against the Jazz on Tuesday night, taking the court to begin a league-record 23rd season.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

After big win, Poch objects to 'regular' player talk
Mauricio Pochettino dismissed the idea of the United States having "regular players" after an alternate starting lineup thrashed Uruguay 5-1 on Tuesday in Tampa.

ESPN Sports
Nov 19, 2025

What we learned from Duke's win over Kansas at Champions Classic
Here's what we learned on Tuesday night.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Alabama and JMU have something in common: anger about the CFP rankings
Why Alabama has plenty to be upset about with the committee over its ranking.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Pope rues 'poorly coached' Kentucky after blowout
Kentucky coach Mark Pope took responsibility for the Wildcats' struggles Tuesday night, saying his team is "completely discombobulated" after an 83-66 loss to Michigan State.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

USMNT dismantles Uruguay to finish '25 on high
Sebastian Berhalter kicked off the scoring with a thunderous strike and Alex Freeman added a pair of first-half goals as the United States ran roughshod over Uruguay in a friendly at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, on Tuesday night.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

LeBron debuts vs. Jazz, begins record 23rd year
Lakers star LeBron James will make his season debut against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

O's acquire Ward from Angels for RHP Rodriguez
The Orioles acquired Taylor Ward from the Angels for right-hander Grayson Rodriguez.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Chase's 1-game suspension for spitting upheld
Ja'Marr Chase's one-game suspension for spitting on Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey was upheld Tuesday, meaning the star Bengals receiver will not play Sunday against the Patriots.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Week 13 Anger Index: Alabama behind Notre Dame?! Tide's case to be higher
Why Alabama has plenty to be upset about with the committee over its ranking.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Texas firmly out, Miami in limbo and the G5's flavor of the week
Trying to make sense of the constantly evolving playoff picture, conference by conference.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Let's talk about North Texas -- why the Mean Green is the bet to make in December
Pamela Maldonado breaks down the American conference, and why North Texas is the team to bet on.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Player ratings: Freeman's brace gets 9/10 as USMNT stun Uruguay
Two goals from Alex Freeman added cream to a superlative performance from the USMNT, thrashing Uruguay 5-1 to close out 2025.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Player ratings: Freeman's brace gets 9/10 as USMNT stuns Uruguay
Two goals from Alex Freeman added cream to a superlative performance from the USMNT, thrashing Uruguay 5-1 to close out 2025.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Follow live: USMNT looks to continue run against Uruguay in friendly
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ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Top 3 of CFP unchanged; Tide drop, UGA to No. 4
Ohio State, Indiana and Texas A&M remained the top three teams in the latest College Football Playoff rankings released Tuesday, while Alabama dropped six spots to No. 10 and was replaced by Georgia at No. 4.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Sources: LeBron to make season debut vs. Jazz
Lakers star LeBron James will make his season debut against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

?? Baker and wife Emily expecting baby No. 2
The couple wed in July 2019 and have a daughter, Kova Jade, born in April 2024.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Source: WNBA proposes max salary over $1.1M
The WNBA's latest CBA proposal would include revenue sharing with a maximum salary of more than $1.1 million and a new league minimum of more than $220,000, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Sources: Giannis out 1-2 weeks with groin strain
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo sustained a low-grade left groin strain and will miss one to two weeks, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Kerr worried NBA's upped pace leading to injuries
Steve Kerr said he's "very concerned" that the NBA's increased pace of play combined with a condensed schedule is leading to an increase in soft tissue injuries.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Belgium, Spain seal WC spots on dramatic last day
European qualifying for the 2026 World Cup finished Tuesday with Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Scotland and Austria securing the region's remaining automatic spots.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Deion: Need more time, but Buffs have 'right man'
Deion Sanders, who will post his second losing season in three years in Colorado, insisted he is "the right man" to lead the Buffaloes but said he needs more time.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Your Champions Classic guide: Keys to Kansas-Duke
Can Kansas keep it close against Duke?

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

'Newest Mayfield to our Krewe': Baker and wife Emily expecting baby No. 2
The couple wed in July 2019 and have a daughter, Kova Jade, born in April 2024.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Fixing the Mavs: Why there's no cure-all for this Dallas disaster
Can this mess be fixed? Our NBA insiders are breaking down the Mavs' options amid a tumultuous 4-10 start.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Grisham, Torres, Imanaga, Woodruff accept QOs
Trent Grisham, Gleyber Torres, Shota Imanaga and Brandon Woodruff all accepted the $22.025 million qualifying offers, electing to remain with their clubs for next season instead of entering free agency.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Texans QB Stroud still in protocol, out vs. Bills
C.J. Stroud is out for Thursday night's game against the Bills, his third straight missed game due to a concussion. He's expected to be back next week, sources said.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Navy's uniforms for 2025 Army-Navy game pay homage to USS Constitution
The uniform draws inspiration from the ship, which was one of the six original frigates of the U.S. Navy and is the world's oldest commissioned warship still afloat.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Free agent pickups: Believe in Brissett to replace your injured QB?
All the free-agent options worth adding as we look ahead to Week 12 of the fantasy football season.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

The compassionate toughness of 'Last Chance U' coach John Beam
The coach, who died Friday after being shot in his office, was a champion for Oakland and his players.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Kiffin denies ultimatum by Ole Miss: 'Not true'
Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin on Tuesday denied he has been given an ultimatum from the administration to make a decision about his future with the Rebels.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

OL recruit Brown caps WVU pick by burning couch
Kevin Brown, the third-ranked offensive tackle in the SC Next 300 for 2026, said he's heading to West Virginia after decommitting from Penn State.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Kansas star Peterson (hamstring) out vs. Duke
Kansas star Darryn Peterson will miss Tuesday night's matchup with Duke in the Champions Classic due to a hamstring injury, the school announced.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Police say $200K stolen from QB Sanders' home
Approximately $200,000 in property was stolen from the home of Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders during a break-in Sunday, according to police.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Follow the public and add Scott Wedgewood, Justin Faulk and these trending players
Fantasy hockey goalie notes, power play trends, and a look at the most added and dropped players this month.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Transfer rumors, news: City eye move for Cologne's El Mala
Manchester City are reportedly looking to sign FC Cologne winger Said El Mala. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Individual rankings for each position in Week 12
Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and IDP formats, as well as Eric Karabell's superflex ranks.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Solak: Let's rank the best coaching hires and find the good in the Seahawks' loss
Ben Solak sizes up the offseason coaching hires of Mike Vrabel, Liam Coen and Ben Johnson.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Early bets for Week 12: Bears to cover at home, Saints to pull off upset among plays
What lines offered immediate value once odds came out? Here are five early bets to consider.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

?? NWSL survey: Are teams still breaking rules?
ESPN's NWSL GM survey returns as execs dish on the worst front offices, tensions with USWNT, breaking the rules, their player wish list and more.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Source: Draymond warned for engaging vocal fan
The NBA has issued a warning -- but no fine -- to Golden State's Draymond Green following his interaction with a vocal fan in New Orleans, a source told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

LeBron out, Curry unlikely to play in '28 Olympics
In a recent podcast, Lakers star LeBron James said he'll be "watching" the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, while Warriors star Stephen Curry "highly" doubts he'll participate in the Games for the reigning Olympic champions.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Tomlin: Rodgers doesn't need surgery, status TBD
Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will not need surgery to repair a fracture to his left wrist, coach Mike Tomin announced Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Premier League stars through 11 games
Who have been the standouts of the season's first few months? Ian Darke goes team-by-team to break it down.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

'The canaries in the coal mine': Why teams like Man United invest in player care
Helping players excel on the field isn't just about fitness and nutrition; it also involves taking care of their needs and stress away from the game.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Who are the favorites for Tucker? Which teams will go all-in this winter? Passan's MLB offseason preview
From the big-name signing to the could-be trade, Jeff Passan breaks down the winter to come.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

WWE 'Raw' takeaways: John Cena gets help from his friends in final Monday performance
Rey Mysterio and Sheamus join John Cena for a six-person tag team match against The Judgement Day.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Week 12 NFL Power Rankings: Bengals and Vikings drop, plus who is under the most pressure on each team
Let's update our NFL Power Rankings ahead of Week 12. Plus, who is under the most pressure for each team over the rest of the 2025 season?

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

'Cool and new thing for me': Zdeno Chara on entrepreneurship, his new job with the Bruins and more
Since retiring from the NHL, Chara hasn't slowed down at all. We caught up with the former Bruins captain, who opened up about his life and goals outside of the rink.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

'I wouldn't be here without him:' Why Daniel Jones is leaning on a longtime Peyton Manning confidant
Jones leaned on David Cutcliffe during his struggles with the Giants and even after losing to Pittsburgh this season.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

2026 World Cup: Curaçao make history, Panama and Haiti qualify
The race to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is drawing to a close. Here's how it's looking around the globe.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

2026 World Cup: Final automatic berths to be decided on pivotal Tuesday
The race to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is drawing to a close. Here's how it's looking around the globe.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

2026 World Cup: Spain, Scotland and Austria among Tuesday's qualifiers
The race to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is drawing to a close. Here's how it's looking around the globe.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

How Norway sealed first World Cup spot since 1998
With the likes of Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, Norway are ready to make an impact on the big stage.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Women's Bracketology: How one bad week cost the ACC
Last week, ACC teams made up a quarter of the top 16. Now, just UNC and NC State remain as projected hosts.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Your Champions Classic guide: Keys to Kansas-Duke, Michigan State-Kentucky
Can Kansas keep it close against Duke? Will Kentucky match Michigan State's defensive power?

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Alcaraz to miss Davis Cup finals due to injury
Top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz will not play for Spain in the Davis Cup finals against the Czech Republic in Italy because of an injured right hamstring.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Giants' Carter: Missed practice 'honest mistake'
Giants rookie Abdul Carter denies sleeping through a recent practice, saying a change in the team's original practice schedule led to an "honest mistake."

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Ovechkin passes Howe in goals at single venue
Alex Ovechkin passed Gordie Howe for the most regular-season goals scored at a single venue in NHL history with his 442nd goal at Capital One Arena.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Reyna takes advantage of opportunity in return, as USMNT continues unbeaten run
Gio Reyna had a chance to redeem himself and make it to the USMNT's World Cup squad next year and he took full advantage in its 2-1 win against Paraguay.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

'He's already unlocked things': Why the Magic needed Desmond Bane
Orlando is hoping its all-in approach for Desmond Bane will help stars Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner win a championship.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Ranking the best coaching hires: How Ben Johnson has delivered on expectations
Ben Solak sizes up the offseason coaching hires of Mike Vrabel, Liam Coen and Ben Johnson.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

UFC champion Makhachev heads welterweight uprising
Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Passan's MLB offseason preview: Every signing or trade we could see this winter
From the big-name signing to the could-be trade, Jeff Passan breaks down the winter to come.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Offseason grades: Mariners re-sign Naylor in winter's first big move
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Is the salary cap a problem? Are teams still breaking rules?
ESPN's NWSL GM survey returns as execs dish on the worst front offices, tensions with USWNT, breaking the rules, their player wish list and more.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Ranking the best coaching hires: How Ben Johnson has delivered on expectations in Chicago
Ben Solak sizes up the offseason coaching hires of Mike Vrabel, Liam Coen and Ben Johnson.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Updated NFL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus who's under the most pressure for each team
Let's update our NFL Power Rankings ahead of Week 12. Plus, who is under the most pressure for each team over the rest of the 2025 season?

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Women's Bracketology: All eyes on L.A. as Bruins, Trojans get statement wins
USC, which jumped from a 5-seed to a 2, and 1-seed UCLA own two big wins in the opening week.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Men's Bracketology: Arizona sees big boost, plus a new No. 1 overall seed
The Wildcats are stacking Quad 1 wins while teams on the top line shuffle in latest NCAA tournament projections.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Woo's debut 2026 mock draft: Where Peterson, Dybantsa, Boozer could land
Early injuries scattering the No. 1 pick race? Only two guards in the top 10? Let's project all 30 picks for the 2026 first round.

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Paul vs. Joshua: Everything you need to know
How did the fight come together? What does this fight mean for Paul, Joshua?

ESPN Sports
Nov 18, 2025

Boxing's top 25 under 25: Itauma, Norman, Mason, Fundora, more
Boxing's future is in a great place with many young fighters making their mark in the sport. Here's our list.

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