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ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Nearly half of tickets for Milan-Cortina still unsold
With exactly two months to go to the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, only slightly more than half of the 1.5 million tickets for the games have been sold.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Sources: Mississippi State, Arnett set for reunion
The Bulldogs are expected to target former head coach Zach Arnett to replace Coleman Hutzler as their defensive coordinator, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Ranking Saturday's fights: Roach-Cruz, Foster-Fulton, more
Nick Parkinson ranks this weekend's fights from best to worst and explains what's at stake.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

One more look at NFL Week 14: We have sleepers, QB questions, trends to watch and more
Can the Falcons stop Jaxon Smith-Njigba? Does Adonai Mitchell have fantasy upside? Could the Raiders put the Broncos on upset watch?

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Key intel on the games that could decide three division races
What are the keys to the biggest games, injury situations and QB updates as the races tighten up?

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Shedeur Sanders, Cam Ward and their NFL journeys to QB1
The Browns host the Titans on Sunday, the first NFL meeting between friends amid challenging rookie seasons.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona eye Inter's Lautaro Martínez in striker search
Barcelona have renewed their interest in Inter Milan's Lautaro Martínez in their hunt for a new striker. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

OKC rolls to 22-1 behind SGA's 33 in 3 quarters
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points, stretching his 20-point streak to 95 straight games, and the Thunder stomped the Mavericks 132-111 for their 14th straight win.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Baker staying put as LSU defensive coordinator
Blake Baker will remain defensive coordinator at LSU, head coach Lane Kiffin confirmed Friday night.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Cena to face Gunther in final match, 'Terror Twins' are back
Friday's 'SmackDown' featured 'The Last Time Is Now' tournament final, a Damien Priest and Rhea Ripley reunion, and more.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

?? What could Bucks get in a Giannis trade?
Giannis paired with Steph Curry? Kevin Durant? Victor Wembanyama?! NBA insiders break down five deals the Bucks could consider.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

?? Why Ole Miss finally had enough of Lane Kiffin
How the long courtship of the Rebels coach finally came to a head, amid secret meetings and middle fingers.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

? Ranking top 25 MLB offseason trade candidates
From All-Star outfielders to elite aces, here are the big names your team could be targeting this winter.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

?? Big Ben, Harrison call for Tomlin-Steelers split
Two Steelers legends have joined the chorus of voices calling for the franchise to move on from Mike Tomlin, with Ben Roethlisberger even suggesting that Tomlin is a good fit for the vacant Penn State job.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

?? Clippers abruptly sever ties with Chris Paul
Chris Paul, one of the greatest players in Clippers franchise history, posted an Instagram story a little before 3 a.m. ET Wednesday that he had just learned he was being sent home to Los Angeles from Atlanta.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

How the conference championship results affect the playoff: Tulane finishes the job
Which teams moved closer to a playoff berth during championship week?

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Penn State hires Cyclones' Campbell as new coach
Penn State named Iowa State coach Matt Campbell as the school's head football coach, the school announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

'No heart': Ex-star Cousins rips UK after ugly loss
Former Kentucky star DeMarcus Cousins didn't hold back on his opinion on the Wildcats after their 35-point loss to No. 11 Gonzaga on Friday night, saying the team "has no heart."

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Cool it! JMU AD scolds fans for throwing snowballs
James Madison athletic director Matt Roan used the public-address microphone to implore Dukes fans to stop throwing snowballs onto the field during the Sun Belt Conference championship game.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

FBI docs: MLB looked into Rose earlier than known
Major League Baseball began investigating Pete Rose in 1988 but suspended its probe at the request of law enforcement, according to newly released documents.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

On Wilt's heels, Durant 8th ever to hit 31K points
Rockets star Kevin Durant, who entered Friday as the NBA's No. 8 all-time leading scorer, reached the 31,000-point milestone in the first quarter against the Suns.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Schottenheimer: Will talk to Pickens about post
Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said he will have a conversation with George Pickens about a social media post the wide receiver displayed and deleted in response to criticism he received from former All-Pro cornerback Richard Sherman.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Sources: PSU tabs Iowa State's Campbell as coach
Iowa State coach Matt Campbell agreed to an eight-year deal to become the next coach at Penn State, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Rivers expects Giannis (calf) out close to 4 weeks
Bucks coach Doc Rivers said he expects star Giannis Antetokounmpo to require closer to four weeks to recover from the strained right calf he suffered Wednesday night.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Kansas star Peterson on track to play vs. Mizzou
Darryn Peterson, ESPN's projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft, "should" be available for Kansas' matchup against rival Missouri on Sunday in Kansas City, coach Bill Self said Friday.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Poch: USMNT can't be complacent after WC draw
USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino said his objective over the next six months is to continue to improve the squad and "show full respect" for its World Cup group stage opponents.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

FBI docs: MLB's Rose investigation began in '88
Major League Baseball began investigating Pete Rose earlier than previously known and suspended its probe at the request of law enforcement, according to newly released documents.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Williams: 'Good situation' if Diaz returns as closer
The Mets remain interested in a reunion with Edwin Díaz, sources tell ESPN, but newly signed Devin Williams gives them a proven backup plan, which could dampen the Mets' willingness to meet Díaz's demands.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

USMNT draws Paraguay, Australia at World Cup
The United States will face Paraguay, Australia and the winner of a UEFA playoff featuring Türkiye, Romania, Slovakia and Kosovo in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Someone had to 'challenge NASCAR,' Jordan says
Retired NBA great Michael Jordan testified Friday at the NASCAR antitrust trial that "someone had to step forward and challenge the entity" over its current business model.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Bears without WR Odunze vs. Packers on Sunday
Top wide receiver Rome Odunze will not play with the Bears this weekend versus the Packers due to a foot injury, the team announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

No. 1 recruit DT Lamar Brown signs with LSU
ESPN's No. 1 overall 2026 recruit DT Lamar Brown signed with LSU and Lane Kiffin on Friday.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

QB Jackson set for Ravens-Steelers 'playoff game'
Quarterback Lamar Jackson said his injured ankle feels "pretty good" ahead of Sunday's crucial matchup between the Ravens and Steelers, which Jackson labeled a "playoff game."

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

How the U.S. matches up against group stage foes
Who is the USMNT set to play next summer and how will it match up? ESPN breaks it all down.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

2026 men's World Cup predictions: Group by group takeaways, must-see games
The draw is complete for the 2026 World Cup! What are the top matches to watch, and how will it all go down? We asked ESPN's writers to break down each group, highlight the storylines and make their predictions.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

MLS Cup preview: Messi's Miami has too much momentum for Caps to stop
The 2025 season culminates with a storybook Cup: Inter Miami vs. Vancouver. How will it play out?

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Men's World Cup draw: Recapping events in Washington, D.C.
After all the talk, teams finally learned their opponents; Mexico and South Korea open the tournament on June 11.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

USMNT draws Paraguay, Australia at '26 World Cup
The United States will face Paraguay, Australia and the winner of a UEFA playoff featuring Türkiye, Romania, Slovakia and Kosovo in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

2026 recruiting class rankings: USC secures its No. 1 spot
As the early signing period draws to a close, we rank the top 75 classes for 2026.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Does Kirby Smart have an Alabama problem?
Smart's winning percentage goes from 89.8% against non-Alabama opponents to 14.3% vs. the Tide.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Cardinals QB Murray will not return this season
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is being shut down for the season due to his foot injury.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Coach: 'Unfortunate' CB Slay not joining Bills
Veteran cornerback Darius Slay has yet to report to Buffalo as the Bills navigate roster fallout after the waiver mix-up.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Georgia seeks $390K from DE Wilson over transfer
Georgia's athletic department is headed to court to try to obtain $390,000 in damages from a former standout defensive end who transferred from the school after his sophomore season in a potentially precedent-setting case.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

QB Daniels to rejoin Commanders against Vikings
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will return from a dislocated elbow against the Vikings.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Roy Kramer, SEC commish and BCS architect, dies
Roy Kramer, who served as SEC commissioner for 12 years and was the force behind the creation of the Bowl Championship Series, has died at the age of 96.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

World Cup draw live updates: Groups, matches, reaction
All eyes are on the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., where the draw for next year's tournament is underway.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

World Cup draw: How it works, what will be decided
Here's what to know, including which teams are in which pots, details of special conditions and more.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Source: Lions DB Branch suffered torn Achilles
Lions star defensive back Brian Branch tore his Achilles during the team's Thursday night game versus the Cowboys, a source told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Sources: Arkansas tabs Cramsey OC, Roberts DC
Arkansas is hiring Tim Cramsey from Memphis as offensive coordinator and Ron Roberts from Florida as defensive coordinator, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Sources: Bama RB Miller questionable vs. Georgia
Alabama starting RB Jam Miller is facing long odds to play in Saturday's SEC Championship game against Georgia, sources tell ESPN's Pete Thamel.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Henry Jr., No. 7 recruit for '26, picks Ohio State
Five-star wide receiver Chris Henry Jr., the No. 7 overall recruit in the SC Next 300 for 2026, affirmed his commitment to Ohio State and will sign with the Buckeyes.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Michigan St. receives $290M donation for athletics
Michigan State has received a $401 million gift from Greg and Dawn Williams, supporting the university's and athletic department's fundraising initiatives with one of the richest donations in college sports history.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Commanders' Daniels to return against Vikings
Jayden Daniels is going to return from a dislocated elbow Sunday against the Vikings.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Cards' QB Murray will not return this season
Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray will not return this season due to his foot injury.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

?? Olney and Passan: MLB free agency intel
Here's our latest intel heading into the MLB winter meetings, starting with the slugger who holds the key to the offseason.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

'Basketball first': The ACC comes face-to-face with its issues, real and perceived
Duke's presence in the ACC title game is a symptom of longstanding issues.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

UFC 323 expert picks, best bets: Can Merab or Pantoja be stopped?
ESPN MMA analysts make their predictions, and a betting insider finds the value picks on the card.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

F1 title contenders: How they got here and who's bound for glory in Abu Dhabi
For the first time since 2010, more than two drivers have a shot at the title in the season finale, so how did the championship protagonists get here?

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Risers and fallers: Add Jaylon Tyson, trade away LeBron James, LaMelo Ball
Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, each team's most intriguing December game
The Capitals, Penguins and Flyers are the big risers this week, with the Ducks, Devils and Mammoth sliding.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Why are so many NHL games going to overtime? Five theories from players, coaches, execs
Through 425 games, 27.3% have gone past regulation. If that holds, it would be the highest rate since 2005-06.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Memories from 2009 Florida-Alabama, the last No. 1 vs. No. 2 conference title game
The 2009 SEC championship was the last time the top two ranked teams met in a conference championship game.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

This East lead hasn't come easy for the Pistons' young core
With every win, Detroit and its young core are moving further away from the dregs of a grueling rebuild.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

The old, struggling Clippers have options -- none of them good
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst surveyed the league on LA's next steps. Three difficult paths emerged.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

The Playbook: Shadow Reports, lineup locks for Week 14
An all-encompassing look at the matchups to exploit or avoid, as well as projected scores.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

CFP chaos scenarios for every league and what to watch in nine conference titles
Bill Connelly looks at key angles for all nine games -- and why the playoff committee could get a headache.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

E. Campbell died of drowning after medical issue
Former basketball player Elden Campbell died Monday from drowning after suffering a medical emergency while out fishing, his sister and a Broward County official confirmed.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

FSU QB Castellanos seeking more eligibility
Florida State quarterback Thomas Castellanos is appealing to the NCAA for another year of eligibility.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

?? MLB winter meetings: Free agency intel
Here's our latest intel heading into the MLB winter meetings, starting with the slugger who holds the key to the offseason.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Indiana freshman defies death, makes NCAA volleyball tournament
Toxic shock syndrome nearly killed Charlotte Vinson. Now she's hoping to help Indiana advance at the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

MLS Cup in Miami is all about Messi. Can Müller, Vancouver crash the party?
It's fitting that MLS Cup takes place on the same weekend as Miami's art fair, as old masters Lionel Messi and Thomas Müller prepare to face off.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Why team-provided housing has become a flashpoint
As both sides continue negotiations ahead of the Jan. 9 deadline, housing emerged as an issue in the latest proposal.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Live updates: World Cup groups, matches, reaction
All eyes will be on the Kennedy Center as the draw is made for next year's tournament.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

2026 World Cup draw: How it works, what will be decided
Ahead of today's festivities in Washington, D.C., (noon ET), here's everything you need to know.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

'Coastal Chaos' and 7-5 Duke: Can the ACC's problems ever get resolved?
Duke's presence in the ACC title game is a symptom of longstanding issues.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Breaking down every conference title game, plus CFP chaos scenarios
Bill Connelly looks at key angles for all nine games -- and why the playoff committee could get a headache.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Cowboys not 'deflated' by harder path to playoffs
Dak Prescott said the Cowboys would use their loss to the Lions, and the tougher odds to make the postseason, as "fuel" with four games to go.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

10 NFL veterans who could unexpectedly be on the move this offseason: Surprise cut, trade candidates
Would the Eagles trade A.J. Brown in the offseason? Could the Ravens face salary cap decisions on two stars? Is Kyler Murray's time in Arizona running out?

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

New NFL draft rankings: Miller stacks the top 50 prospects on his board
Matt Miller unveils his initial prospect rankings for the 2026 draft.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Who has the most work to do? Where all 30 teams stand ahead of winter meetings
Here's how your favorite team looks today -- and what it needs to do next week and beyond.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

What Buster Olney, Jeff Passan are hearing about Schwarber's suitors, top free agents and blockbuster trades
Here's our latest intel heading into the MLB winter meetings, starting with the slugger who holds the key to the offseason.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

The 30 best MMA fighters under 30 in 2025
From top stars Ilia Topuria and Dakota Ditcheva to rising contenders Joshua Van and Natalia Silva, ESPN ranks the top 30 fighters under age 30.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Power Rankings: Michigan leaps to No. 1, plus 5 new faces
The Wolverines had perhaps the best Feast Week to take them over Arizona and Purdue in a roller-coaster No. 1 race.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

ACC/SEC Challenge guide: The best games, from Duke, Arkansas, more
How the Blue Devils, Razorbacks and others got key wins.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

'All roads lead to the same place': The old, struggling Clippers have options -- none of them good
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst surveyed the league on LA's next steps. Three difficult paths emerged.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Want a Kalen DeBoer 'Black Hoodie of Death'? Good luck
Do the clothes make the coach? Ryan McGee takes a deep dive on sideline sartorial superstitions.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Laurens' weekend preview: Can Real Betis halt Barcelona run?
It's Friday and a full weekend of action awaits across the soccer calendar as Julien Laurens picks out the best games ahead in Europe.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Last-minute pickups for Week 14: Trevor Lawrence and other QB replacements
If bye weeks or injuries have you seeking lineup help, consider the Jaguars' passing game and Titans defense.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

How MLS keeps getting better beyond Messi's magic -- but no one seems to care
You'd never know it from the lack of fanfare around MLS, but the league has steadily gotten better over the years, and Messi's MLS Cup might be its best yet.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Awards Watch: MacKinnon jumps to massive lead in MVP race
We polled PHWA voters to find out who's ahead in the major races -- and some clear favorites have emerged.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, each team's most intriguing December game
The Capitals, Penguins and Flyers are the big risers this week, with the Ducks, Devils and Mammoth sliding.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Barnwell's end of the year prove-it list: 17 coaches and players with something at stake
Kenneth Walker III is among those with a lot to gain -- or lose -- over the season's final five weeks.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Our guide to every Week 14 NFL game: Matchup previews, predictions, picks and nuggets
Shedeur Sanders vs. Cam Ward? Joe Burrow vs. Josh Allen? Picks, predictions and stats for every Week 14 game.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Myles Garrett's journey to the NFL sack record: 'It is written'
Four sacks shy of making NFL history, the Cleveland Browns veteran is among the all-time great pass rushers.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid, Man United eye Mouzakitis
Real Madrid could rival Manchester United to sign Olympiacos wonderkid Christos Mouzakitis. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

St. Brown toughs out injury, fuels Lions in key win
Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, who played through an ankle injury Thursday night, said he was willing to do "whatever it takes" to be on the field and came up big in a 44-30 win over the Cowboys.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Cowboys 'not deflated' by harder path to playoffs
Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott said the team would use Thursday night's loss to the Lions, and the tougher odds to make the postseason, as "fuel" with four games to go.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Cal hires Oregon D-coordinator Lupoi as coach
Cal hired Oregon defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi as the Bears' next head coach, it was announced on Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Gottlieb tosses chair after Green Bay blows game
Green Bay coach Doug Gottlieb threw a chair as he walked off the court after his team blew an 11-point lead in an "embarrassing" 80-78 loss to Robert Morris.

ESPN Sports
Dec 05, 2025

Maxey's 'amazing' block preserves 76ers' win
Tyrese Maxey's block of De'Anthony Melton in the final seconds preserved the 76ers 99-98 win over the Warriors on Thursday night.

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