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Dec 07, 2025

UFC 323 takeaways: Yan and Van's wins throw kinks into the MMA timeline
It's hard not to think about the what could have been when you see the paths Petr Yan and Joshua Van took to becoming champions.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Yan ends Dvalishvili's reign, reclaims title in thriller
Petr Yan got his revenge and recaptured the bantamweight title Saturday night, claiming a unanimous decision victory over Merab Dvalishvili in their rematch at UFC 323.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

?? NFL playoff picture entering Sunday
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up -- and who will win divisions -- en route to Super Bowl LX.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Duke stirs CFP pot, calls for bid as ACC champion
Duke won its first outright Atlantic Coast Conference title since 1962 and threw the College Football Playoff into chaos Saturday, when the unranked Blue Devils defeated No. 17 Virginia 27-20 in overtime, likely sending James Madison into the field.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Hicks, ex-owner of Rangers and Stars, dies at 79
Tom Hicks, the former owner of the Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars, died Saturday at age 79.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

IU basks in glow of Big Ten title, CFP's top seed
Indiana capped off a memorable, magical Big Ten season Saturday night, outlasting Ohio State 13-10 in the conference championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis to remain undefeated on the eve of the College Football Playoff's final release.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Yan defeats Dvalishvili by unanimous decision to become new bantamweight champion
A wild night at UFC 323 ended with two new champions crowned, a legend's retirement and a brutal injury.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Indiana prevails over Ohio State for Big Ten title
No. 2 Indiana defeated No. 1 Ohio State for the Hoosiers' first Big Ten championship since 1967 and likely the top seed in the College Football Playoff.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Pantoja injured in opening seconds; Van wins title
Alexandre Pantoja's flyweight title reign came to a shocking end Saturday night when he injured his left arm just 26 seconds in and lost his belt to Joshua Van via TKO.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Cejudo, ex-UFC double champ, retires after loss
In his final fight, Henry Cejudo slugged it out until the final bell in a thrilling, albeit one-sided, decision loss to Payton Talbott before making his retirement official at UFC 323.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Blue Devils win ACC crown, 'deserve' CFP berth
Duke won its first outright Atlantic Coast Conference title since 1962 and threw the College Football Playoff into chaos on Saturday, when the unranked Blue Devils defeated No. 16 Virginia 27-20, in overtime, likely sending James Madison into the field.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Champ Week: A new No. 1, is Bama out and ACC chaos
We're tracking the Power 4 conference title games and what they mean for the CFP.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Projecting the final CFP top 12: Where does Alabama land?
One last assessment of how the committee could stack the top teams in the country ahead of the final ranking.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Follow live: Mendoza finds Sarratt for 17-yard TD to give Indiana lead
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ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

DeBoer lobbies for Bama: Tide deserve CFP berth
Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer said Saturday's loss to Georgia in the SEC championship game shouldn't count against the Crimson Tide.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Smart, Bulldogs finally tame Tide, win SEC title
Gunner Stockton threw three touchdown passes as Georgia likely secured a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff and beat Alabama in the SEC championship game for the first time, pounding the Crimson Tide 28-7 on Saturday in Atlanta.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Harden passes Melo, up to 10th on scoring list
Clippers star James Harden surpasses Carmelo Anthony for 10th on the NBA's career scoring list.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Follow live: Indiana capitalizes on Ohio State turnover, kicks FG to open scoring
We're tracking the Power 4 conference title games and what they mean for the CFP.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Sources: QB Watson set for Browns return in '26
Though quarterback Deshaun Watson is unlikely to play this season, the Browns are planning to have him on their roster next season, league sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Stockton, Bulldogs tame Tide to win SEC crown
Gunner Stockton threw three touchdown passes as Georgia solidified its position for a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff and beat Alabama in the SEC championship game for the first time, pounding the Crimson Tide 28-7 on Saturday in Atlanta.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

TTU pays off spending spree with first Big 12 title
Texas Tech won the Big 12 championship game, and almost certainly locked up a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff, with a resounding victory over BYU.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Salah's dramatic comments take center stage in Liverpool's ongoing crisis
Liverpool's struggles continue following a 3-3 draw against Leeds United, but Mohamed Salah's postmatch comments overshadowed it.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Miami's first MLS Cup title caps off a long, ambitious project
A season that started with doubts ends in triumph as Lionel Messi helps steer Inter Miami to their first MLS Cup title.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

UFC 323 live results: Dvalishvili goes for a record fourth title defense this year
Follow along with UFC 323, culminating in the main event between bantamweight champ Merab Dvalishvili and Petr Yan.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Sources: Steelers face option deadline on Tomlin
The Steelers must decide whether to pick up the 2027 option on coach Mike Tomlin's contract by March 1, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Mariners land LHP Ferrer from Nats for prospects
The Mariners acquired lefty reliever Jose Ferrer from the Nationals for top catching prospect Harry Ford and minor league pitcher Isaac Lyon.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Messi leads Miami to 'beautiful' 1st MLS Cup title
Lionel Messi hailed a "beautiful, emotional moment' after his brace of assists secured a first-ever MLS Cup title for Inter Miami.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Packers WR Reed off IR, set for return vs. Bears
The Packers have another wide receiver at their disposal now that Jayden Reed has been activated off injured reserve and is expected to play against the Bears.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Salah slams Liverpool treatment, hints at Jan. exit
Mohamed Salah has hinted that he could leave Liverpool in January and suggested the club has "thrown him under the bus" amid their run of dismal form.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Texas Tech captures Big 12 title, likely CFP bye
Texas Tech won the Big 12 championship game, and almost certainly locked up a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff, with a resounding victory over BYU.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Sources: Sirianni more involved in offensive preps
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni has been more involved in the offensive preparations this week, according to team sources, as the Eagles look to bounce back Monday night against the Chargers.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

College football Champ Week live updates: CFP takeaways for every game
We're tracking the Power 4 conference title games and what they mean for the CFP.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 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 06, 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 06, 2025

Follow live: Lionel Messi and Inter Miami face off against Vancouver in MLS Cup final
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ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Source: Bolts RB Hampton expected to play MNF
Chargers rookie running back Omarion Hampton is expected to play on "Monday Night Football" against the Eagles, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

FIFA reveals full 2026 World Cup match schedule
FIFA announced the start times for the tournament's 104 matches a day after the draw for the expanded 48-nation tournament, with the final set to kick off at 3 p.m. ET on July 19.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Boozer scores 18 in Duke's win over Michigan St.
Cameron Boozer scored 18 points, including 16 in the second half, and Caleb Foster added 12 points Saturday to help No. 4 Duke hold on for a 66-60 victory over No. 7 Michigan State in a game that had the intensity of an NCAA Regional Final.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Adams sets semifinals goal for USMNT after draw
Tyler Adams has set a bold goal for the U.S., aiming to reach the World Cup semifinals for the first time since the inaugural tournament in 1930.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Iowa St. hands No. 1 Purdue historic home loss
No. 10 Iowa State pounded top-ranked Purdue 81-59 on Saturday, handing the Boilermakers the largest nonconference home loss by a No. 1 team in AP poll history.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 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 06, 2025

Verstappen promises to go 'all out' for 5th F1 title
Max Verstappen has promised to go "all out" in pursuit of his fifth world title after securing pole position at Sunday's championship decider in Abu Dhabi.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Arsenal's thrilling late loss at Aston Villa blows title race wide open
The Premier League title race is on! After the drama at Villa Park, perhaps Arsenal's biggest concern is they are already starting to feel the pace.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

?? CFB recruiting: Top 75 schools for 2026
With the early signing period ending, we rank the top 75 classes for 2026.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

AB eyes case dismissal, cites 'Stand Your Ground'
Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown filed a motion this week to dismiss the second-degree attempted murder charge against him in Miami based on Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Verstappen takes stunning pole for Abu Dhabi GP
Max Verstappen will start on pole position for the 2025 title decider in Abu Dhabi after beating his two championship rivals Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri to the fastest time in qualifying.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

Sources: Memphis, Huff finalizing coaching deal
Memphis is expected to finalize a deal to hire Southern Miss' Charles Huff as football coach on a five-year contract, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Dec 06, 2025

UConn hires Toledo's Candle to replace Mora
UConn has hired Toledo's Jason Candle as head football coach to replace Jim Mora, who left to coach Colorado State.

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

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

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

?? 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

? 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

?? 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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