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Jan 09, 2026

Inside Washington's quiet collapse in 2025 and the decisions defining its offseason
Parting ways with Kliff Kingsbury was a bold move that raised the stakes for Dan Quinn & Co. this offseason.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

?? Kiffin shows support for Ole Miss after loss
The former Ole Miss coach backed his former team on social media after Thursday's game.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

NLL Week 7 preview: Thunderbirds, Knighthawks facing double duty
With eight games on the schedule -- including two apiece for Halifax and Rochester -- here's what to watch for in each of them.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

CBA negotiations: Deadline looms, but extension is unlikely -- so what's next?
What does 'status quo' mean, and which issues are players focusing on hours ahead of the Jan. 9 deadline?

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

'I watched every guy': Curt Cignetti's secret to rosters and building Indiana into a CFP power
The Hoosiers' roster is filled with different kinds of players, but all had to meet Cignetti's standards.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

'Not sure why they felt the need': NBA execs on the Trae deal and trade season's next move
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst survey the league on the Trae Young deal and what comes next for the Washington Wizards and Atlanta Hawks.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Paths to victory for the six wild-card teams
How can each lower seed win on the road? Let's find matchup advantages and rank each team's chances.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Six NFL wild-card games, six matchup previews: We have predictions, score picks and X factors
Packers at Bears. Bryce Young's first playoff game. Justin Herbert vs. Drake Maye. We have picks, stats to know and more for every wild-card game.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Sources: Fins closing GM deal with Pack's Sullivan
The Dolphins are finalizing a deal to hire Packers vice president of player personnel Jon-Eric Sullivan as their general manager, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Young writes Hawks farewell, embraces Wiz move
Trae Young addressed his trade to the Wizards on social media, writing that he was willing to take a chance outside Atlanta for the first time in his NBA career.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

'That's what that $4M is all about': Behind Beck, Miami delivers a drive for the ages
Carson Beck's touchdown scramble capped an epic ending for the Hurricanes.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Mendoza vs. Moore: Why the CFP semifinals will have a big impact on the NFL draft
Jets GM Darren Mougey will be heavily evaluating quarterbacks in the college playoff.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

How the world looked the last time Mahomes, Brady or Peyton Manning weren't in playoffs
For the first time since 1998, an NFL postseason won't include these legendary quarterbacks.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

A sandwich with split loyalties? Peach Bowl concessions include brisket item honoring Oregon, Indiana
Indiana and Oregon fans at the Peach Bowl Friday can try Mercedes-Benz Stadium's new 2-foot dueling brisket sandwich, which pays homage to both schools.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

The 2026 championship parlays: From conservative plays to huge potential payouts
We go on record picking this year's champions, beginning with the CFP and ending with the World Series

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

The 2026 championship parlays: Who will take home this year's trophies?
We go on record picking this year's champions, beginning with the CFP and ending with the World Series

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Women's: Why LSU's seed could be determined in the next two games
LSU has work to do after its 0-2 start in SEC play, but opportunity arrives with the season's most crucial two-game stretch.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Men's: A weak nonconference slate could doom Georgia
The Bulldogs are a few SEC losses away from the wrong side of the bubble due to a number of low-quality wins.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

'I basically blacked out': Inside the 15-play drive that will forever live in Miami lore
Carson Beck's touchdown scramble capped an epic ending for the Hurricanes.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Q&A: Nneka Ogwumike, Napheesa Collier on 'standstill'
WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike and VP Napheesa Collier bemoan a lack of progress.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

WNBA CBA negotiations: Deadline looms, but extension is unlikely -- so what's next?
What does 'status quo' mean, and which issues are players focusing on hours ahead of the Jan. 9 deadline?

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Predicting conference winners -- and their biggest threats
The ACC and Big East feature clear favorites, but competition is tighter in the Big Ten, Big 12 and SEC.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Man United, Inter eye Serie A center back
Manchester United and Inter Milan are interested in Sassuolo defender Tarik Muharemovic.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Transfer window weekly: Real Madrid open to Vinícius exit? Chelsea keen?
The winter transfer window is open, but what are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done? Get the latest every Friday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Premier League midseason awards: Best player, manager, more
With the season having passed its halfway stage, let's assess who has stood out.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Laurens' weekend preview: A Supercopa Clasico; Inter vs. Napoli; Istanbul derby, more
What is Julien Laurens watching this weekend? We have a Clasico clash in the Supercopa, two of the best in Italy meeting up, and a table-topping edition of the Istanbul derby.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Latest NBA trade intel: What's next for Atlanta, Washington, other teams after the Trae Young deal
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst survey the league on the Trae Young deal and what comes next for the Washington Wizards and Atlanta Hawks.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Family values: Avs' D posts Gordie trick, like dad
Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson had two goals, two assists and a fight to complete the Gordie Howe hat trick in front of his father Dave Manson, a former player who once had his own Howe hat trick.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

From future HOF pitchers to a veteran catcher: Best fits for under-the-radar MLB free agents
Did your favorite team miss out on the biggest stars of this winter? Here are 15 players to sign instead.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Power Rankings: Where every team stands in the new year
Though there are still free agents to be signed, let's reassess the standings midway through the offseason.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Six wild-card teams, six paths to wins
How can each lower seed win on the road? Let's find matchup advantages and rank each team's chances.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Our guide to the six NFL wild-card games: Matchup previews, bold predictions and X factors
Packers at Bears? Bryce Young's first playoff game? Justin Herbert vs. Drake Maye? We have picks, predictions and stats to know for every wild-card game.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Bold predictions for 2026: Inoue top P4P, Paul vs. Ngannou, Taylor retires
Our panelists weigh in with their predictions on the fights, major events and surprises that could shape boxing in 2026.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

View items from Jim Irsay's iconic memorabilia collection
See photos of items from Jim Irsay's extraordinary memorabilia collection headed for auction in March, including Muhammad Ali's WBC championship belt and more.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

From 'duck feet' to 'production over potential:' Curt Cignetti's secret to building Indiana
The Hoosiers' roster is filled with different kinds of players, but all had to meet Cignetti's standards.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Inside Oregon's rise as a college football blue blood
In a sport that often tethers itself to history and tradition, Oregon has become a unique kind of vanguard.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

NFL wild-card betting: Packers-Bears
Odds, game picks, prop plays, betting advice and daily fantasy tips for Saturday's matchup.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

How Steelers forged Rodgers-Tomlin connection
The bond between veteran QB and coach has led Pittsburgh to its first home playoff game since 2020.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

The inside story of the Bears' 'Good, better, best!' craze
After each win, Ben Johnson leads the Bears in a chant they hope to keep alive after Saturday night's game vs. the Packers.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, each team's Olympic players
The Lightning are up to No. 2 -- and are tops in players on Olympic rosters. Here's who each team will send.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

What NHL players, owners, execs are saying about Olympic ice
While the rink won't be perfect, there's also an overwhelming sentiment shared by all stakeholders:

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Offseason guide for eliminated NFL teams: Key free agents, draft outlook, priorities and predictions
The NFL offseason has arrived for 18 teams. What must each do to have a better season in 2026? We have outlooks, early buzz and predictions.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Man City confirms Semenyo signing in $84M deal
Manchester City have announced the signing of Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

NFL's best QB room? How Mac Jones and Brock Purdy helped each other to the playoffs
San Francisco will face Philadelphia on Sunday (4:30 p.m. ET) in part because of a strong bond between the duo.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Miami's Lewis encourages Lacy, resilient Rebels
Hurricanes great Ray Lewis pulled Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy aside after Thursday night's CFP semifinal, offering advice that reinforced the values of a Rebels team that never quit.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Canes head home in pursuit of title: 'Not finished'
Carson Beck scrambled for a 3-yard touchdown with 18 seconds left, and Miami will head back home for a shot at its first national championship since 2001 after beating Mississippi 31-27 in an exhilarating CFP semifinal at the Fiesta Bowl.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Mike McDaniel fired: Why Dolphins made move and could John Harbaugh be next?
Mike McDaniel seemed safe for a minute, but the Dolphins fired their head coach.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

CFP semifinal takeaways: How Miami prevailed in an instant classic
The Hurricanes came through when it mattered most, beating Ole Miss in a back-and-forth classic.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

WNBA CBA Q&A: Nneka Ogwumike, Napheesa Collier on 'standstill'
WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike and VP Napheesa Collier applaud player solidarity but bemoan a lack of progress in CBA negotiations.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

CFP semifinal takeaways: Carson Beck, Miami deliver heart-stopping win
The Hurricanes came through when it mattered most, beating Ole Miss in a back-and-forth classic.

ESPN Sports
Jan 09, 2026

Connelly breaks down College Football Playoff semifinals
Our deep dive into the semifinals dissects the matchups that will determine who moves on to the title game.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Late Beck TD carries Miami into CFP title game
Carson Beck scrambled for a 3-yard touchdown with 18 seconds left, and Miami will head back home for a shot at its first national championship since 2001 after beating Mississippi 31-27 in an exhilarating CFP semifinal at the Fiesta Bowl.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

College football transfer portal: Tracking who's on the move
We're keeping tabs on players who enter and where they're headed.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Heat-Bulls PPD due to condensation on court
The scheduled game between the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat was postponed because of condensation on the court in Chicago on Thursday night.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Wolves hold moment of silence for Renee Good
The Timberwolves held a moment of silence before their game Thursday night for the 37-year-old woman fatally shot in her car by an ICE officer.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Ravens' Monken: 'Didn't coach Lamar well enough'
OC Todd Monken accepted the blame for quarterback Lamar Jackson's regression in his third season in the system, telling the "Ryan Ripken Show" he "didn't coach Lamar well enough" and "didn't have as good of a relationship as I could have [with him]."

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Skubal, Tigers face arbitration as deadline passes
Tarik Skubal and the Tigers failed to agree on a contract for this season before Thursday night's deadline to avoid arbitration, Detroit announced.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Mike McDaniel fired: Why Dolphins made move and could John Harbaugh be next?"
Mike McDaniel seemed safe for minute, but the Dolphins fired their head coach.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

One big thing we're hearing on every NFL team's coaching situation: Hot seats, candidates, more
We have the latest buzz on all 32 coaching staffs, including Mike Tomlin's future with the Steelers.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Wild-card weekend's top 30 predicted anytime touchdown scorers
McCaffrey and Josh Jacobs are among the top predictions for anytime touchdown props this weekend.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Liverpool criticize Martinelli, fear for Bradley injury
Liverpool manager Arne Slot said Gabriel Martinelli's push on an injured Conor Bradley in his team's 0-0 draw with Arsenal on Thursday "doesn't look great," adding that he feared for the extent of Bradley's injury.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

QB Williams runs reverse, stays at Washington
QB Demond Williams Jr., who initially signed a big-money deal with Washington only to announce he was entering the transfer portal days later, has decided to remain with the Huskies.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Ionescu to miss Unrivaled season due to injury
Sabrina Ionescu will not play in the second season of Unrivaled because of an injury sustained during the WNBA season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Arsenal still in control of title race; Liverpool show they need to improve
Both Arsenal and Liverpool settled for a point in a scoreless draw, but it was a missed opportunity for the Gunners to extend their lead in the Premier League.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Big 12 leading rusher Martin to return to BYU
BYU running back LJ Martin, the Big 12's leading rusher and offensive player of the year, will return to the Cougars for his senior season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Ohio State's Reese, likely top-5 pick, enters draft
Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese announced Thursday on social media that he is entering the NFL draft.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

No extension in WNBA labor talks, Stewart says
Breanna Stewart said the players' association and WNBA will not agree to another collective bargaining agreement extension after the deadline passes Friday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Sources: 9 MLB teams end deals with Main Street
Sources told ESPN that nine Major League Baseball teams have terminated their contracts with Main Street Sports Group, the RSN operator that again finds itself in deep financial trouble.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Xabi slams Simeone shouts at Vini: 'Didn't like it'
Xabi Alonso slammed Diego Simeone for his clash with Vinícius Júnior during Real Madrid's 2-1 Supercopa semifinal win over Atlético Madrid on Thursday, saying "not anything goes."

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Christian McCaffrey among wild-card weekend's top 30 predicted anytime touchdown scorers
McCaffrey and Josh Jacobs are among the top predictions for anytime touchdown props this weekend.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Commanders corner Lattimore arrested in Ohio
Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore was arrested in suburban Cleveland on Wednesday on a possible charge of carrying a concealed weapon, according to police records.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Gold medalist Kim injured ahead of Winter Games
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim said Thursday that she dislocated her shoulder in training and her status for the Winter Games is uncertain.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Bears ' Odunze set to return, hopes to be 'asset'
Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze is expected to return to the lineup Saturday against the Packers in the NFC wild-card round after missing five games with a foot injury.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Sources: Sooners set to add Witten as TE coach
Oklahoma is finalizing a deal to name Jason Witten, and 11-time Pro Bowl selection with the Dallas Cowboys, as the Sooners' next tight ends coach, sources confirmed to ESPN Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Why these semifinals are just what college football needed
Tired of the same dominant teams winning it all? These semifinal matchups are for you.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands in the new year
Though there are still free agents to be signed, let's reassess the standings now that we're midway through the offseason.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Bucs fire OC as part of coaching staff overhaul
The Buccaneers fired first-year offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard as part of a series of changes to the coaching staff.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Agent drops ex-Huskies QB amid portal dispute
Demond Williams Jr. has been dropped by his agent, Doug Hendrickson, in the wake of the former Washington QB's announcement he will enter the transfer portal.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Falcons to interview ex-QB Ryan for new prez role
The Falcons will interview former franchise quarterback Matt Ryan, among others, for a new role entitled the "president of football," owner Arthur Blank said Thursday at a news conference.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Colts GM believes in Jones 'near and long' term
Colts general manager Chris Ballard still believes Daniel Jones can be the answer to the team's search for a franchise quarterback.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Louisville reveals Donovan Mitchell-designed uniforms
The uniform features nods to his "Spida" nickname.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Power Rankings: Who is really the top team in the Big 12?
Texas Tech, one of four unbeaten teams left in women's D-I, and Baylor enter the top 16 as UNC and Notre Dame exit.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Why did the Dolphins fire Mike McDaniel now? Answering key questions
McDaniel seemed safe for a minute, but the Dolphins fired their head coach. What's next for them and McDaniel?

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Stone-faced Cignetti vows 'I am happy, at times'
Curt Cignetti's demeanor during games has made the transformative Hoosiers coach into a meme, but Cignetti says he is having some fun during Indiana's historic rise, just not in front of the camera.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Fins fire coach McDaniel; GM hire expected soon
The Dolphins have fired coach Mike McDaniel after Miami finished 7-10, its second straight season missing the playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Giannis says he would 'never' ask Bucks for trade
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo says there "will never be a chance, and there will never be a moment" that he asks the team to trade him, adding he plans to be with Milwaukee for the rest of his career.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

?? Six NBA trade offers to reshape playoff chase
Let's help Milwaukee build around Giannis, the Lakers and the Timberwolves fill major needs, and Golden State end its long saga.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Lautaro Martínez leads Team of the Week 17 in EA FC 26
Here's every player who made Team of the Week 17.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Ja'Marr Chase offered an ARC Raiders player Bengals season tickets for a revive
The Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver tried to bargain for his virtual life in ARC Raiders -- to no avail.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Flex and superflex rankings for 2026
An early look at the top 200 QBs, RBs, WRs and TEs for 2026 drafts, updated throughout the fantasy football offseason.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Mike McDaniel fired FAQ: Why Dolphins made the move, and what comes next?
Mike McDaniel seemed safe for minute, but the Dolphins fired their head coach. What's next for them and McDaniel?

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Buzz: Hoosiers-Ducks winner likely to be favorite in national championship game
The winner of Friday's semifinal between Indiana and Oregon is expected to be the favorite in the national title game, regardless of opponent.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Knueppel, Adebayo headline biggest surprises and disappointments
Our panel of fantasy basketball experts lists their biggest surprises and disappointments so far this season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Dolphins fire coach McDaniel after 7-10 season
The Dolphins have fired head coach Mike McDaniel after Miami finished 7-10, its second straight season missing the playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Sources: Bucs fire OC Grizzard, QB coach Lewis
Josh Grizzard has been fired by the Buccaneers after only one season as their offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

NBA trade proposals: Why teams should consider these six offers
Let's help Milwaukee build around Giannis, the Lakers and the Timberwolves fill major needs, and Golden State end its long saga.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

'Always a race': How Rueben Bain Jr., Akheem Mesidor have driven Miami and each other
The defensive ends are constantly competing and, in turn, leading Miami closer to a title.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Barnwell predicts the NFL playoff bracket: Could two lower seeds go to the Super Bowl?
Four road teams winning in the wild-card round -- and two of them making it all the way to the Super Bowl? Let's project the full playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Connelly breaks down Miami-Ole Miss, Oregon-Indiana
Our deep dive into the semifinals dissects the matchups that will determine who moves on to the title game.

ESPN Sports
Jan 08, 2026

Wait, the Ravens moved on from Harbaugh?! Answering seven questions about the move
After 18 seasons in Baltimore, the Ravens fired John Harbaugh.

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