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Patriots Vrabel to miss Day 3 draft for counseling
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel announced he will step away for the third day of the NFL draft to begin counseling, citing personal and family reasons. The move follows a New York Post story about his
F1 returns! How to watch the Miami GP Sprint weekend on Sky Sports
After a month‑long pause, Formula 1 returns with a Miami Sprint weekend on 2 May 2026, broadcast live on Sky Sports. Kimi Antonelli heads the championship with a nine‑point lead, while Mercedes' early
Indiana and Texas Lead Transfer Portal Rankings
The latest transfer portal power rankings show Indiana and Texas as the biggest improvers for 2026‑27, each loading up on proven high‑major talent to address glaring weaknesses. Indiana’s new frontcou
From 'bust' to breakout: How Scoot Henderson is thriving in the 2026 NBA playoffs
Scoot Henderson finally shed his bust label, delivering a 31‑point, five‑3‑pointer performance that helped the Trail Blazers erase a 14‑point fourth‑quarter deficit and tie the first‑round series agai
Murakami Hits 5th Straight HR, Ties Rookie Record
Munetaka Murakami erupted for a 451‑foot blast, tying an MLB rookie record with homers in five straight games and matching a White Sox franchise streak. ESPN research places him among an elite 13 rook
Pistons End Home Playoff Drought as 2026 Draft Begins
Tonight the 2026 NFL Draft kicks off amid warnings of chaos, while Detroit finally breaks an 18‑year home playoff drought. Across the NBA, the Flyers edge toward a sweep, the Spurs bench star shatters
DeChambeau Negotiates $500M LIV Deal Amid Worries
Bryson DeChambeau, whose LIV deal expires after 2026, says he’s still negotiating a new contract—rumored at $500 million—while pledging to help the league survive amid funding doubts and support his t
England coach McDermott backs Connor for World Cup
England’s new head coach Brian McDermott has opened the door for Man of Steel Jake Connor to re‑join the national side ahead of the Rugby League World Cup, calling him a 'game‑breaker' and dismissing
Brown hits out at F1 alliances amid Mercedes' Alpine stake interest
McLaren boss Zak Brown has once again slammed the growing web of multi‑ownership in F1, warning that Mercedes’ bid for a 24% Alpine stake threatens the sport’s fairness. He cites Red Bull’s dual‑team
Adam Silver backs Memphis, eyes Nashville games
NBA commissioner Adam Silver reiterated the league’s commitment to keep the Memphis Grizzlies in Memphis, while also expressing enthusiasm for the team to stage a handful of regular‑season games in Na
Bama, DeBoer reach new 7-year, $87.5M contract
Alabama locked in head coach Kalen DeBoer with a seven‑year, $87.5 million deal, guaranteeing $12.5 million annually and a structured buyout. The contract follows DeBoer’s 20‑8 record and recent CFP r
Letters detail Aspiration fallout for Ballmer, probe
A federal judge received letters from the NBA and LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer as the league’s salary‑cap probe intensifies following the collapse of Aspiration. Co‑founder Joseph Sanberg, who plea
NBA playoff winners and losers: Thunder cruise past Suns, but Jalen Williams' injury could be a major blow
The Thunder surged past the Suns 120‑107, extending their 2‑0 series edge, as Chet Holmgren delivered a historic defensive display. However, a left‑hamstring injury to Jalen Williams might jeopardize
Keldon Johnson Wins Spurs' Second Sixth Man Award
Keldon Johnson turned a bench role into a career milestone, capturing the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award with 1,081 points off the bench—making him the first Spur since Manu Ginobili to hit the 1,000
CFP Debates 16‑ vs 24‑Team Playoff, No Decision
The College Football Playoff Management Committee kept the expansion debate alive, weighing 16‑team and 24‑team formats as the SEC backs a 16‑team field while the Big Ten urges a 24‑team model. With a
Norris: Verstappen will stay in F1 longer than people say
Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri warned that losing Max Verstappen would be a major blow to F1, but they expect the four‑time champion to stay longer than many anticipate, especially as he eyes a fifth
Darius Acuff declares 2026 NBA draft as No. 6 prospect
Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr., a freshman SEC Player of the Year who averaged 23.5 points and shot 44% from three, announced on ESPN’s NBA Today that he’s entering the 2026 NBA draft as a projected
Man City win to knock Arsenal out of first place
Manchester City reclaimed the Premier League summit with a 1‑0 victory at Burnley, snapping Arsenal’s 200‑day hold on first place. The win leaves Arsenal needing a win over Newcastle to retake the lea
UNC hires Malone, loses Caleb Wilson, adds transfers
Former NBA champion coach Michael Malone takes the helm at North Carolina, inheriting a roster in flux as star freshman Caleb Wilson declares for the 2026 NBA draft and top recruit Dylan Mingo decommi
Florida, Duke Top 2026‑27 Transfer Portal Winners
Florida’s unprecedented senior retention makes it a clear front‑runner for the 2026‑27 season, while Duke also emerges as a top free‑agency victor. In contrast, Kansas, Kentucky, and Louisville face d
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