Los Angeles prevails in divisional round win over Chicago

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 23:56:25 EST)

The Bears had been kings of comeback wins, but the Rams are the ones advancing to the NFC title game.

Uneven Rams overcome 'bad coaching' in OT win

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:56:59 EST)

The Rams overcame what Sean McVay called "bad coaching" in Sunday's win over the Bears, using a dominant defensive performance and timely plays to gut out the victory.

Stroud on career-worst 4 INTs: 'Let people down'

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:56:59 EST)

Houston QB C.J. Stroud shouldered the blame after one of the worst outings of his career saw the Texans' season end in a loss to the Patriots.

Bears' Williams: Future bright despite painful exit

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:56:59 EST)

Caleb Williams and the Bears expressed frustration with the way the season abruptly ended, but they left Sunday night with a positive outlook for the future.

Pats' D fueled by talk, makes statement vs. Texans

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:56:58 EST)

Thanks to a swarming defensive performance -- which tied the franchise postseason record with four interceptions -- the Patriots advance to the AFC Championship Game next Sunday against the Broncos.

KD moves past idol Dirk for 6th on scoring list

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:56:58 EST)

Kevin Durant moved into sixth all time on the NBA's career scoring list, passing Dirk Nowitzki, someone the Rockets forward said he has "idolized."

Ayton's perfect game helps L.A. right ship in win

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:56:59 EST)

Deandre Ayton became the first Lakers player since at least 1977-78 to finish a game with 25 points on 100% shooting with zero turnovers.

Big Ten, SEC still deadlocked on CFP expansion

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:56:59 EST)

College Football Playoff leaders held an annual business meeting Sunday but did not reach a resolution on a future format as a deadline looms Friday.

Gotterup wins Sony Open, cracks top 20 in world

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:56:59 EST)

Chris Gotterup opened the new PGA Tour season with three big birdies on the back nine that carried him to a 6-under 64 and a two-shot victory in the Sony Open.

👀 Offseason guide for all eliminated NFL teams

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:56:59 EST)

The NFL offseason has arrived for 26 teams. What must each do to have a better season in 2026? We have outlooks, early buzz and predictions.

What's next for the Broncos, Patriots, Rams and Seahawks? First look at the NFL's conference title games

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 22:40:33 EST)

Let's preview the conference championship matchups. How can the Broncos, Patriots, Rams and Seahawks advance to the Super Bowl?

The man, the meme, the legend: Curt Cignetti's rise to viral fame

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 23:13:07 EST)

Curt Cignetti has lots to be happy about, but you wouldn't know it by looking at him. His players and assistants break down their favorite Cignetti memes and faces.

Carson Beck the runner? The Miami QB is finally using his feet

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 23:13:07 EST)

This latest addition to Beck's arsenal has been a revelation for the Hurricanes.

Patriots hold off Texans in turnover-filled divisional round playoff game

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:12:28 EST)

New England advanced to the AFC Championship Game to face the Denver Broncos.

Let's overreact to divisional round games: Pause Stroud's extension talks? Concern about Stafford?

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:02:04 EST)

Hold off on any new Stroud deals? Matthew Stafford is in a funk? No Super Bowl yet again for Buffalo? Let's make sense of every divisional round game.

Refs during Bills-Broncos called that?! What the NFL rulebook says and our analysis

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 19:41:36 EST)

When is a catch a catch and how much contact draws a penalty flag were in dispute Saturday in Denver.

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

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 22:17:51 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

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 22:17:51 EST)

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

NHL trade grades: Why the Rasmus Andersson swap could be a big win for both teams

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 19:33:53 EST)

Hockey trade season has begun! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.

'I just want to do Australia proud': Alex de Minaur on challenges ahead

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 22:19:13 EST)

Alex de Minaur talked to ESPN about his home major, his "Best Actor" award and the ongoing challenge of playing Alcaraz and Sinner.

Denver advances, but Bo Nix is out: Six questions about where the Broncos go from here

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:35:21 EST)

The Broncos advanced to the AFC title game but lost their QB to a broken ankle. So what's next for them on their Super Bowl quest?

Nick Foles' message to Broncos fans: Pats 'struggle against backup QBs'

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:35:21 EST)

The former Eagles QB defeated the Patriots in Super Bowl LII after beginning the season as a backup.

Seahawks start fast and roll past 49ers, advance to NFC Championship Game

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 23:00:48 EST)

Kenneth Walker III and Ernest Jones IV led the Seahawks past their division rival on Saturday.

Chaotic AFCON final an embarrassment to soccer

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 03:17:11 EST)

Fan clashes, VAR controversies, missed penalties, a walkout, Senegal's extra time winner - the AFCON final had it all.

Man United deliver huge blow to Man City title hopes with shock derby win

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 17:46:44 EST)

Manchester City's title bid is as good as over after Manchester United won the midfield battle at Old Trafford.

VAR review: Did Arsenal deserve a penalty?

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 03:51:25 EST)

The VAR cleared Forest's Ola Aina on a possible handball that would have given Arsenal a game-changing penalty.

Meet 'the special 13': The JMU transfers forming an unlikely Indiana CFP title core

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 08:26:00 EST)

Thirteen Dukes players followed Curt Cignetti to become Hoosiers. Those who remain are on the verge of CFB history.

Will Fernando Mendoza be the next Heisman-winning QB to fall victim to the national championship curse?

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:25:15 EST)

Since 1988, seven quarterbacks who have won the Heisman Trophy and earned a title game berth have fallen in the national championship game. Is Mendoza next?

Can Miami become the latest team to lift the national title on 'home' field?

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:25:15 EST)

Miami will be playing close to campus, but others have played for a title in their home state.

Men's: Duke is a 1-seed again

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:56:11 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

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:56:11 EST)

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

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

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:25:31 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?

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:25:31 EST)

After the Mets landed Bo Bichette, here's what's next in one of baseball's most dynamic divisions.

Kevin Stefanski to Falcons: Grading the hire and the impact on Penix

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 23:28:37 EST)

Kevin Stefanski didn't have a great record in Cleveland, but he'll have more talent to work with in Atlanta.

John Harbaugh to the Giants! Eight questions and a grade for New York's move

(Sun, 18 Jan 2026 23:28:37 EST)

The 63-year-old has been able to call his own shot in this coaching search and wound up choosing the Giants.

Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea open to Fernández exit; Madrid, PSG interested

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 04:56:39 EST)

Chelsea's Enzo Fernández could be available this summer as Real Madrid and PSG monitor his situation. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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

(Mon, 19 Jan 2026 03:57:35 EST)

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

Points league rankings: Young and Davis slide, Sabonis returns

(Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:18:52 EST)

Updated fantasy basketball rankings for points leagues, with Trae Young on the move.