Everything you need to know for all four NFL divisional games: Score picks, predictions and storylines

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:59:47 EST)

Bills-Broncos. 49ers-Seahawks. Texans-Patriots. Rams-Bears. We have picks, stats to know, X factors and more for the divisional round.

How can four underdogs pull off upsets?

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:59:47 EST)

Could we see surprises? Let's find matchup advantages and X factors for the Bills, Bears, Texans and 49ers.

Chambliss files suit in state court seeking 6th year

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:01:06 EST)

Lawyers for Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss sued the NCAA in Mississippi court on Friday, seeking one more season of eligibility with the Rebels.

Mensah's candidates: Duke QB late add to portal

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:01:06 EST)

Duke starting quarterback Darian Mensah is entering the transfer portal. Mensah's decision comes less than a month after he chose to return to school instead of entering the NFL draft.

Utah transfer Moa follows Whittingham, picks U-M

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:01:06 EST)

Former Utah signee Salesi Moa, ESPN's No. 6 wide receiver in the 2026 class, will sign with Michigan, following new Wolverines head coach Kyle Whittingham.

OSU's Johnson granted TRO, can play immediately

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:01:06 EST)

Ohio State has added Penn State transfer Puff Johnson to its roster after he was granted a temporary restraining order for immediate eligibility on Friday morning.

Seahawks HC 'really optimistic' QB Darnold plays

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:01:06 EST)

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said Friday that he's "really optimistic" Sam Darnold will play Saturday against the 49ers despite a new oblique injury.

Sources: Miami eyeing Berterame in $15M deal

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:01:06 EST)

Inter Miami is prepared to pay the $15 million release clause for Monterrey forward Germán Berterame, sources told ESPN.

EuroLeague unworried amid NBA's plans in Europe

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:01:06 EST)

EuroLeague CEO Paulius Motiejunas was critical of the NBA's proposed league on the continent, saying the plans have been "a little bit of a broken record of 'we will announce later.'"

Blues halt Lightning's run on Kyrou's shootout goal

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:01:06 EST)

Jordan Kyrou scored the only goal in a shootout, and the St. Louis Blues beat Tampa Bay 3-2 to snap the Lightning's franchise-record-tying 11-game win streak.

🏈 2026 NFL draft: Field Yates' top 25 prospects

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 01:01:06 EST)

Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Which receivers have first-round talent? Field Yates stacks his top 25 board.

How Mike Tomlin spent his final day as the Steelers head coach

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:14:41 EST)

'It was dead silent' when the coach stunned the Steelers' locker room. Here's what we know about what's next.

Men's: Duke is a 1-seed again

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 21:41:59 EST)

Is the ACC back? Eight single-digit seeds -- including one on the top line -- and a couple of bubble teams would suggest so.

Women's: South Carolina ascends to No. 2 overall

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 21:42:00 EST)

Texas, which fell at South Carolina on Thursday, tumbles to the final No. 1 seed after its second straight loss.

10 NBA teams that could swing trade season's final 20 days

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:10:10 EST)

Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst have the latest intel on 10 teams with major deadline decisions.

Giannis and the Bucks: Four possible pathways forward in Milwaukee at the deadline

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:10:10 EST)

The Bucks and Antetokounmpo currently sit in 11th place ahead of the trade deadline. What are their options?

A historic Indiana or the restored U -- who has the edge in the CFP title game?

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:36:25 EST)

Will the Hoosiers cap an undefeated season, or can the Canes pull off a stunner? Here are the keys to the game.

MLB offseason grades: Mets pivot to Bichette after Dodgers sign top free agent Tucker

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 03:16:09 EST)

We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

How will latest moves rock the NL East? Updates on Mets, Phillies, Braves, Marlins, Nats

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:50:22 EST)

After the Mets beat out the Phillies for Bo Bichette, here's what's next in one of baseball's most dynamic divisions.

Wetzel: Accused hoops schemers were not victims of a changing society

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:50:43 EST)

These players selfishly betrayed their common sense, their teammates and, ultimately, themselves, Wetzel says.

'This was too easy': Inside six college basketball games the feds allege were rigged

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:50:43 EST)

Prosecutors allege a gambling ring bribed 39 NCAA players to fix dozens of games. Here's a closer look.

How Darnold-to-Smith-Njigba fuels Seahawks' playoff run

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:16:39 EST)

The duo connects to overcome past narratives, powers Seattle to home-field advantage in NFC divisional round.

How the Bears, Caleb Williams became an offensive juggernaut

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:16:39 EST)

Ben Johnson helped build one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL in Chicago. Here's how he did it.

From a client call to suiting up for a Chicago Blackhawks game: Inside David Nozzolillo's wild Friday

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:51:38 EST)

While Nozzolillo didn't get into the game, he did get to suit up -- and have a night to remember.

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, each team's midseason fantasy MVP

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:51:38 EST)

The Golden Knights and Sabres charge into the top 10, while the Flyers, Penguins and Rangers drop.

Ranking the USMNT's top 15 prospects age 21 or younger, from Europe to MLS

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 07:40:53 EST)

As the USMNT's 2026 begins, we rank the U21 American players on the national team radar. From Europe to MLS, here's the top 15.

Rising prices, plenty of QBs and 1,200 players without a home

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:35:42 EST)

The transfer portal closes today for most players. Here are five things to know after two wild weeks.

How NFL players prepare for the coldest games of the year

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 07:25:26 EST)

Even as beards freeze and fingers lose feeling, NFL players find ways to handle ridiculously cold temperatures.

Rams-Bears set to join list of coldest playoff games

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 07:25:26 EST)

The coldest-ever postseason game remains the 1967 "Ice Bowl" between Green Bay and Dallas.

Who to bet to win Super Bowl 60: Our picks after one round of the playoffs

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:10:26 EST)

Who are we betting to win the Super Bowl? Our analysts broke down the odds and the team's performances to find answers.

Betting buzz: Any AFC team could go to the Super Bowl -- and the odds show it

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:10:26 EST)

One team could be one of the longest favorites, while another could be one of the shortest long shots.

2026 draft: Which underclassmen have declared?

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:11:15 EST)

Here is the list of every player who will enter the draft, listed below in alphabetical order.

Experts' picks: Will Keys and Sinner win again?

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:46:30 EST)

Madison Keys and Jannik Sinner are the Australian Open defending champs -- can either win again? Our experts make predictions.

Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea, Man City lead race for Barça's Fernández

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:54:46 EST)

Barcelona teenager Dro Fernández is wanted by Chelsea and Manchester City among others. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Transfer window weekly: Güler to Arsenal? Chelsea squad changes?

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:54:47 EST)

The winter transfer window is open, so what are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done?

Weekend preview: Madrid seek redemption, Manchester derby, AFCON final

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:07:04 EST)

It's Friday and another full weekend of action awaits across the soccer calendar as Julien Laurens picks out the best games to watch in Europe.

Kompany's Bayern Munich chasing history, as Reyna looks to improve

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:10:26 EST)

As the second half of the Bundesliga season gets underway, we look at some of the best storylines.

Rating Boozer, Dybantsa and 54 more freshmen

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:21:25 EST)

The 56 standouts, surprises and more of a historic freshman class, starting with Cameron Boozer and AJ Dybantsa.

Power Rankings: How far Michigan, Iowa State, Vanderbilt drop after losses

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:21:24 EST)

Three of the five remaining unbeaten teams suffered their first losses and tumbled down the top 25.

Ranking the top 25 women's players midway through 2025-26

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:30:16 EST)

The midseason rankings include nine new names, including two freshman. Sarah Strong remains No. 1.

Power Rankings: SEC shaping national title race

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:30:16 EST)

Texas beat South Carolina in a November nonconference game. Can the Gamecocks even the series?

Victor Wembanyama, Keldon Johnson shaved each other's heads following loss to OKC

(Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:53:12 EST)

Spurs center Victor Wembanyama and forward Keldon Johnson showed up to shoot around on Thursday with bald heads.

Wolverine legacy: Jamal Crawford's son, JJ, earns offer from his father's alma mater

(Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:49:00 EST)

Only a freshman in high school, JJ Crawford's Michigan offer marks his 12th in Division I.

Keep, cut or add? What to do with these eight rising and falling players

(Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:58:41 EST)

Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upward or downward, and explains whether they should be added or cut from your roster.