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Dec 08, 2025

Colts' QB crisis deepens: Leonard has knee injury
Colts quarterback Riley Leonard, who replaced Daniel Jones after his Achilles injury Sunday, has an unspecified knee injury, putting his status for Week 14 in question.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Ravens' Harbaugh: NFL catch rule 'clear as mud'
Ravens coach John Harbaugh wants more clarification to the NFL's catch rule after Isaiah Likely's go-ahead touchdown was overturned in Sunday's 27-22 loss to the Steelers.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Sources: Trey Hendrickson's season likely over
Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson is set to undergo core muscle surgery this week that is expected to sideline him approximately six weeks, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Rozier pleads not guilty to sports betting charges
Making an appearance in court Monday in New York, Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty to charges he helped gamblers placing bets on his performance in NBA games, and he and his lawyer, Jim Trusty, declined to comment after the brief hearing.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Should Herbert argue with officials more? Past and present QBs on getting penalties
We spoke to past and present quarterbacks about whether arguing with officials helped them.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Early Week 15 bets: Patriots over Bills, Lions to cover in shootout with Rams
What lines offered value once odds came out? Here are five games we're eyeing for bets going into Week 15.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Arizona grabs top spot in Top 25 men's hoops poll
With a perfect start to the season, the Arizona Wildcats have taken the top sport in the AP Top 25 men's college basketball poll. Purdue, which sat atop the poll for three straight weeks, slid to sixth after losing to Iowa State.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Salah out of Liverpool squad for UCL trip to Inter
Mohamed Salah has been omitted from Liverpool's squad for their Champions League clash with Inter Milan.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Sanders to remain Browns' QB1 for rest of season
Shedeur Sanders will continue as the Cleveland Browns' starting quarterback for the remainder of the season, coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Magic's Wagner avoids big injury; has ankle sprain
Magic star Franz Wagner got good news Monday after an MRI revealed he only suffered a high ankle sprain after he took an ugly-looking fall on Sunday.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Pickups: Ryan Nembhard, Quentin Grimes among players to add
Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Men: New No. 1 after Purdue's shock loss
The fifth in-season men's AP Top 25 poll for 2025-26 is out. Here's what's next for every team in the ranking.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Women: UConn stays top, Big Ten has nine spots
The fifth in-season poll shows a settled Top 10, as well as a record nine teams from the Big Ten.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Who has the most travel at 2026 World Cup? And why does it matter?
For many national teams, how they handle and recover from extensive travel could make or break their World Cup next summer.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Week 14 only added more chaos to the NFL playoff race -- "a bookmaker's dream"
Week 14 "set the tone" for many NFL teams as Super Bowl favorites faltered and underdogs picked up steam.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

NFL Week 15: Bills road favorites over Patriots, Packers favored at Broncos
Here are the odds, spreads and totals for every game.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Buzz: Etienne, Pollard and Godwin among players who were getting the ball on Sunday
Eric Moody's notebook highlights participation and usage trends that drove fantasy highs and lows on Sunday

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Free agents: Trevor Lawrence and Packers WRs among top options
All the free agent options worth adding as we look dive into Week 15 and the fantasy football playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Big Ten ties record with 9 teams in women's poll
The Big Ten matched The Associated Press Top 25 women's basketball record with nine ranked teams as Nebraska entered at No. 24 on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Notre Dame AD: ACC caused 'permanent damage'
Notre Dame's AD ripped the ACC after its CFP snub, saying the conference that houses almost every Fighting Irish team has caused "permanent damage" to the relationship.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Tulane promotes assistant Hall to head coach
Tulane has promoted veteran assistant coach and former Southern Miss head coach Will Hall to head coach.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Women's AP Top 25 poll reaction: UConn stays No. 1
The fifth in-season poll shows a settled Top 10, as well as a record nine teams from the Big Ten.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

MLB winter meetings updates, rumors and predictions: The latest buzz from Orlando
From predicting who will sign to the latest buzz from Florida, here's everything you need as baseball's hot stove season heats up.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

These five players could help decide unpredictable East
Four stars who fit the bill -- plus one other with the power to totally transform the race.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

How to watch Monsters Funday Football: Eagles vs. Chargers
"Monsters Inc." takes over "Monday Night Football" featuring the Charges vs. Eagles for "Monsters Funday Football." Here's how to catch the action.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Man City have history of overtaking Arsenal; will it happen again?
The Premier League title race can be summed up with one question: Can Arsenal can hold their nerve?

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

What we know so far about Mo Salah's Liverpool future
One of the world's best players, Mohamed Salah looks set to leave Liverpool soon after venting his frustration at being benched. But what does the future hold for him?

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Saquon Barkley might have to save the Eagles' 2025 season. Here's why he hasn't been able to yet
A drastic turnaround for Barkley might feel far-fetched, but notable improvement in the run game is attainable.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Canes' Cristobal feels for Irish: 'A tough business'
Miami coach Mario Cristobal is relieved the Hurricanes earned a berth in the College Football Playoff field, but he understands the selection process isn't perfect

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Agent: Yanks GM nonsensical about Gray's stay
After his arrival for Major League Baseball's winter meetings Sunday night in Orlando, Florida, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman told reporters that new Boston starter Sonny Gray expressed a desire to play in New York to raise his free agency value.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Sources: Tulane to promote Hall to head coach
Tulane is set to promote veteran assistant coach and former Southern Miss head coach Will Hall to head coach, sources tell ESPN's Pete Thamel.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

UFC's Chimaev to defend title then chase 2nd belt
UFC middleweight champ Khamzat Chimaev tells ESPN that he plans to defend his title one more time before moving up to light heavyweight to pursue a second title.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

First round first look: How all eight teams can win
The selection committee's bracket includes two regular-season rematches in the opening round.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Barnwell sorts through NFL playoff race chaos: Are the Colts, Chiefs and Ravens finished?
Daniel Jones' injury, the Ravens' red zone woes, the Bears' defensive mistakes and the Chiefs' drop issues meant big changes in the race for the postseason.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Wetzel: Relax, the CFP selection process is (mostly) working
Don't overreact to this year's playoff rankings by blowing up the system. Chasing perfection is a fool's errand.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

UFC 323 fight grades: Why Dvalishvili-Yan wasn't the best fight on the card
Which fights were the best and worst of the last UFC PPV of 2025? Andreas Hale grades every fight from UFC 323.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

A great night for Kent, but another stain on the Hall of Fame
Sunday was a special night for Jeff Kent -- and a telling one for the keepers of Cooperstown.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

How Week 14 shook up the NFL playoff picture: What now for the Colts, Chiefs, Ravens and Bears?
Daniel Jones' injury, the Ravens' red zone woes, the Bears' defensive mistakes and the Chiefs' drop issues meant big changes in the race for the postseason.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

What do Week 14 games mean for the rest of the season?
Our reporters react to the action, answering lingering questions and detailing what you need to know.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

?? CFP to Pop-Tarts: Picking every bowl game
We made predictions on the final score of every bowl matchup. Check back to see how we fared.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

College Football Playoff predictions: We pick every game in every round
Our college football writers predict the outcomes of each CFP matchup and choose their champion.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

MLB winter meetings updates, rumors and predictions: What big moves will go down in Orlando?
From predicting who will sign to the latest buzz from Florida, here's everything you need as baseball's hot stove season heats up.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

The NHL's best this week: Terry Ryan and hockey dreams
From first-round draft pick to iconic character, Ryan's path is a unique one. Plus, this week's key NHL games.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Everything we know about the Heat's trade for Terry Rozier -- and whether he could be dealt again
Terry Rozier, who is scheduled to be arraigned Monday for his alleged role in a betting scheme, was traded to Miami in 2024 without any investigation being disclosed.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Wetzel: A defense of the CFP committee? It's not perfect, but nothing in this sport can be
Don't overreact to this year's playoff rankings by blowing up the system. Chasing perfection is a fool's errand.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Man City have a history of overtaking Arsenal; can the Gunners hold their nerve?
It appears this Premier League title race can be summed up with one question: Can Arsenal can hold their nerve with Man City breathing down their necks?

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Behind Saquon Barkley's dip in production after career year: Can the Eagles fix it?
A drastic turnaround for Barkley might feel far-fetched, but notable improvement in the run game is attainable.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

The art of drawing flags: Which QBs get the most? Should Justin Herbert argue more?
We spoke to past and present quarterbacks about whether arguing with officials helped them.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Reid owns 4th-down flop as K.C. playoff hopes dim
"In hindsight, it was wrong," Chiefs coach Andy Reid said of his fourth-down decision late in Sunday night's game against Houston that led to an eventual 20-10 loss. "I messed that one up."

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eye Diomande as Salah replacement
Liverpool scouts have been watching 19-year-old RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande and he could replace Mohammed Salah. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

LeBron bounces back, nets season-high 29 in win
A game after he failed to reach 10 points for the first time in 17 years, LeBron James produced an impressive fourth quarter Sunday night, posting 10 straight points in lifting the Lakers to a 112-108 victory over the 76ers.

ESPN Sports
Dec 08, 2025

Cashman: Gray put Yankees in mix to raise value
After his arrival for Major League Baseball's winter meetings Sunday night in Orlando, Florida, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman told reporters that new Boston starter Sonny Gray expressed a desire to play in New York to raise his free-agency value.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Will Daniel Jones start for the Colts in '26? Is the front office safe? Key questions for Indy
Will coach Shane Steichen and GM Chris Ballard survive a late-season freefall? What's next at QB in Indy?

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

As Hall of Fame welcomes Kent, it prepares to slam door on Bonds and Clemens forever
Sunday was a special night for Jeff Kent -- and a telling one for the keepers of Cooperstown.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

What matters in every Week 14 game: Statement wins in playoff hunt for Texans, Bills, Packers, Steelers
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 14 game.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Let's overreact to NFL Week 14: Wait, are the Bills still in the AFC East hunt?
Did Josh Allen put Buffalo in position to win its division again? We overreact to Week 14, plus fantasy takes.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Jeff Kent elected to HOF; Bonds, Clemens still out
Jeff Kent was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame by the contemporary era committee on Sunday. Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were named on fewer than five ballots.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

LaFleur: Win vs. Johnson-led Bears not personal
If Matt LaFleur said anything to Bears coach Ben Johnson after Sunday's game at Lambeau Field, it couldn't have been much considering the Packers coach barely broke stride.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Follow live: Texans visit Arrowhead Stadium to face Chiefs
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ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Bills-Pats for AFC East supremacy? Are the Colts toast? We overreact to Week 14
Did Josh Allen put Buffalo in position to win its division again? We overreact to Week 14, plus fantasy takes.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

What actually matters in every Week 14 game: Statement wins in playoff hunt for Bills, Packers, Steelers
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 14 game.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Steelers happy to ignore noise, back Tomlin in win
Aaron Rodgers completed 23 of 34 attempts for 284 yards with a passing touchdown and a rushing score as the Steelers beat the Ravens 27-22 after a week in which coach Mike Tomlin's job security was in question.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Browns coach takes blame for failed 2-point try
Browns coach Kevin Stefanski accepted blame for a failed 2-point conversion attempt in his team's 31-29 loss to the Titans on Sunday that saw rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders watching from the sideline on the decisive play.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

9-4 Jaguars: Nobody respects us -- 'which is fine'
"At the end of the day, I feel like no one likes us except for us," Travis Etienne Jr. said after the Jaguars beat the Colts on Sunday to take control of the AFC South. "We're not going to get their respect. We kind of don't even care."

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Overturned Likely TD among Ravens' ref issues
After a critical 27-22 loss to the rival Steelers, many of the Ravens questioned calls made by the referees -- notably an overturned touchdown reception by Isaiah Likely in the fourth quarter -- that ultimately could cost them a chance at the postseason.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Neymar helps Santos stay up, knee surgery next
Santos and Neymar secured survival in Brazil's Serie A on Sunday with a 3-0 win over Cruzeiro, and the 33-year-old soccer star later confirmed he will undergo surgery on his left knee.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Sources: Colts lose QB Jones to torn Achilles
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones suffered a season-ending torn Achilles in the first quarter of Sunday's loss to the Jaguars.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Follow live: Bears, Packers battle for first in NFC North
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ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

In winning F1 title, Norris proves himself (and his doubters) wrong
Lando Norris doubted himself as a title contender earlier this year, but now he can call himself a world champion.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Fantasy buzz: Injuries pile up in Week 14, as three QBs and Achane, Ertz go down
Injuries were problematic with De'Von Achane and Jayden Daniels among the players who left their games early.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Week 14 winners and losers: Josh Allen, Jaxon Smith-Njigba deliver; Jonathan Taylor, Bijan Robinson struggle
Josh Allen and Jaxon Smith-Njigba led the way with big Week 14 performances, while Jonathan Taylor and Bijan Robinson were among the biggest disappointments.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Matsuyama rallies to win Hero Challenge in playoff
Hideki Matsuyama won the Hero World Challenge on Sunday when he closed with an 8-under 64 and then hit 9-iron to 2 feet for birdie on the first playoff hole to defeat Alex Noren.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Seahawks put spin on OutKast, Migos album covers to poke fun at Falcons
The new month didn't stop teams across the NFL from remaining petty after victories.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Vikes' McCarthy 'plays winning football' in return
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy finished with career highs in completion percentage (69.6) and touchdown passes (3) in his team's 31-0 victory Sunday.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

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

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Week 14 NFL highlights: Puka Nacua has big first half, Joe Burrow throws 4 TDs,
Check out the best of the best from Week 14 in the NFL.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Week 14 NFL highlights: Joe Burrow throws 4 TDs, J.J. McCarthy rebounds with 3 TDs
Check out the best of the best from Week 14 in the NFL.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

What do Week 14 games mean for the rest of the season? We hit big questions, key stats and QB breakouts
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 14 game.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

How all eight teams can win, plus players to watch and biggest questions
How all eight teams can win their first-round matchup, plus players to watch and biggest questions.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Commanders fear Ertz suffered torn ACL in loss
Zach Ertz left Sunday's 31-0 loss to the Vikings with what is believed to be a torn ACL, according to coach Dan Quinn. Ertz will undergo imaging Monday.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Colts QB Jones hurts Achilles; 'doesn't look good'
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones went down with a noncontact injury to his right Achilles, leaving him in obvious pain and out for the remainder of Sunday's pivotal AFC South game against the Jaguars.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Kansas top freshman Peterson scores 17 in return
Potential No. 1 pick Darryn Peterson scored 17 points in his return after a month lost to a hamstring injury as No. 21 Kansas crushed rival Missouri 80-60.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Irish say no bowl after CFP snub, rankings 'farce'
Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua told ESPN that the program is in utter disbelief after being snubbed by the CFP, with the Irish instead not playing in any bowl game this season.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

How teams' Championship Weekend identities will determine their CFP fate
Looking back at the weekend, here's how each team's identity lines up a CFP betting angle.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

2025-26 College Football Playoff, bowl schedule
The dates, times and sites for all the college football postseason action.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

CFP Anger Index: An absurd farce over Notre Dame, Miami
Evaluating the committee's ranking process, and what teams should be most upset over the final CFP ranking.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

How each of the 12 College Football Playoff teams could win the national title
Bill Connelly breaks down the path to victory for every team -- and what will hold each of them back.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Buckeyes remain betting favorite to win CFP title
Ohio State dropped to the No. 2 seed in the College Football Playoff, but the Buckeyes remain the betting favorites to win a second straight national title.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

What's next for new champions Petr Yan and Joshua Van after UFC 323?
With Alexandre Pantoja injured, another young talent could be a natural fit to challenge men's flyweight champion Joshua Van.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

?? Picks for every College Football Playoff game
Our college football writers predict the outcomes of each CFP matchup and choose their champion.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

NFL Week 14's fashionable arrivals, featuring Jets' Quincy Williams
Players around the league made sure to show out with fashionable arrivals in Week 14.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Magic leading scorer Wagner leaves with injury
Magic forward Franz Wagner limped to the locker room and was ruled out following an injury to his lower left leg against the Knicks.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Hall of Famer Bird sees jersey retired at UConn
Sue Bird joined classmate Swin Cash and Rebecca Lobo as the only UConn women's basketball players to have their numbers retired.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Colts QB Jones suffers Achilles injury, ruled out
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones went down with a noncontact injury to his right Achilles, leaving him in obvious pain and out for the remainder of Sunday's pivotal AFC South game against the Jaguars.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Tide, Canes in, Irish out as Indiana tops CFP field
Indiana earned the No. 1 overall seed in the 12-team College Football Playoff field, while Alabama and Miami nudged out Notre Dame for the final at-large spot.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Bengals suspend WR Burton for game vs. Bills
The Bengals have suspended Jermaine Burton for Sunday's game against the Bills, the team announced.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Iowa St., K-State skip bowls, owe Big 12 $500K
Iowa State and Kansas State have each been fined $500,000 by the Big 12 for choosing to turn down bowl invitations. Both programs made their decisions after coaching changes last week.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Sources: Fired Pry hired back by Va. Tech as DC
Brent Pry is back at Virginia Tech as the team's new defensive coordinator, just months after being fired as the program's head coach, sources confirmed to ESPN. Pry had previously worked for years under new Hokies coach James Franklin.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Indiana gets first-ever No. 1 ranking in AP Top 25
Indiana (13-0) is the No. 1 team for the first time after winning the Big Ten championship game, ending Ohio State's 14-week run atop the AP Top 25 college football poll.

ESPN Sports
Dec 07, 2025

Fantasy football: Live Week 14 Q&A with our expert
ESPN fantasy football expert Eric Moody is here to answer your pressing questions.

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