The 2026 NFL Draft was eventful as always, sporting its fair share of surprising picks and potential future stars. Connor Rogers shares his grades for every team, recognizing who made smart plays and who may have missed the mark.
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Chris Simms and Mike Florio discuss the winners from the 2026 NFL Draft, including the hauls from the New York Jets, New York Giants and Cleveland Browns.
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Chris Mannix breaks down his top candidates for NBA Coach of the Year, listing San Antonio’s Mitch Johnson, Detroit’s J.B. Bickerstaff and Boston’s Joe Mazzulla as his top picks to win the award.
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NFL Draft
Browns’ offense gets a complete makeover for Shedeur Sanders, Jalen Hurts receives new pieces around him and Matthew Stafford gets no notable additions.
Connor Rogers shares his winners and losers from the 2026 NFL Draft, explaining why Jordyn Tyson will complement Chris Olave in New Orleans, questioning if the Jaguars chose tight end Nate Boerkircher too early and more.
Mike Florio discusses Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay’s reaction to the franchise drafting Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson in the first round.
Mike Florio explores the avenues for the Pittsburgh Steelers drafting Drew Allar in the third round, with Aaron Rodgers still without a final decision to return or not.
Mike Florio discusses the Las Vegas Raiders drafting Jermod McCoy in the fourth round after he fell in the draft due to injury concerns.
Mike Florio reacts to the Philadelphia Eagles jumping in front of the Pittsburgh Steelers to draft Makai Lemon and the potential ramifications for this situation.
Both the Giants and Jets had top-five picks and multiple selections in the first round Thursday. Who came out ahead?
MLB
Boston Red Sox at Toronto Blue Jays Betting Preview
Alex Cora was fired as manager of the Boston Red Sox. That news could have come from any of three major markets.
Table tennis and shuffleboard have been removed from the New York Mets clubhouse this season, replaced by a chessboard and cribbage table. Recreational activities have changed, but the spiral from contender to cellar remains unchecked.
Miami Marlins at Los Angeles Dodgers Game Preview
Premier League
Check out the Premier League schedule for the 2025-26 season, with everything you need for all 380 games.
The 2025-26 Premier League table is absolutely bonkers and so tight.
Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa are on the hunt for long-sought silverware as the Europa League is down to its final four teams.
We are officially at the business end of the season with just one Premier League side, Arsenal, still in the race for the European Cup.
NBA Playoffs
All the games — times, dates, where to watch — in one easy-to-check-out location.
When Nikola Jokic had the same injury this season, he missed a month. Edwards could miss the entire second round, too.
Boston led by 16 after one quarter, and its lead never got down to single digits the rest of the game.
NBA Showtime analyzes the keys to success for the Pistons and Magic, discussing the importance of Orlando keeping their foot on the gas and the trust in J.B. Bickerstaff’s group.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander credits the Thunder’s ability to play outside of the noise and keep the Suns’ defense honest in Game 3 that has Oklahoma City one game away from a first-round sweep.
Wemby finished with 27 points, 11 rebounds and seven blocks, while De’Aaron Fox added 28 points.
Karl-Anthony Towns had a 20-10-10 triple-double for the Knicks, who played their best game of the series on Saturday.
Motor Sports
Watch highlights from the NASCAR Cup Jack Link’s 500 from Talladega Superspeedway.
Hocevar, who has made headlines for angering veterans with aggressive moves, won in his 91st start in NASCAR’s premier series.
The Spire Motosports driver won on a last-lap pass over Chris Buescher.
Listen to what riders said after a muddy Supercross Round 15 in Philadelphia.
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Rotoworld
Eric Samulski lists his favorite streaming starts of the week and discusses some key pitch mix changes.
A look at the top baseball prospects who can help fantasy teams in 2026 and beyond
Eric Samulski and James Schiano discuss their favorite fantasy baseball waiver wire adds for the weekend.
Denny Carter breaks down the real and fantasy football fallout of the NFL Draft’s Day Three selections.
The Giants got blue chip players at discount prices, making them one of the biggest winners of the 2026 NFL Draft. The 49ers, on the other hand, repeatedly reached to get their guys.
The Browns secured a haul of offensive talent in the 2026 NFL Draft, making them one of the big winners of the offseason. The Jaguars, on the other hand, couldn’t help but reach at every turn.
Betting
Boston Red Sox at Toronto Blue Jays Betting Preview
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns Playoff Game 4 Betting Preview
Miami Marlins at Los Angeles Dodgers Game Preview
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Playoff Game 5 Betting Preview
Golf
The long wait to stage the British Open again soon will be over for Royal Lytham & St. Annes.
Watch highlights from the final round of the PGA Tour’s Zurich Classic of New Orleans at TPC Louisiana in Avondale, Louisiana.
Matt Fitzpatrick and his younger brother Alex combined for a 1-under 71 in alternate shot play on Sunday, to pull out a drama-filled, single-stroke victory in the Zurich Classic.
Nelly Korda tied the 54-hole scoring record at The Chevron Championship on Saturday.
Watch highlights from the third round of the PGA Tour’s Zurich Classic of New Orleans at TPC Louisiana in Avondale, Louisiana.
Smalley and Springer, having tied the tournament record with a 58 in better-ball play in the opening round.
Latest
Sam Antonacci, Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and Bryan Baker are among the 12 newcomers in this week’s update.
After the Chiefs drafted running back Isiah Pacheco in 2022, they won two straight Super Bowls, and made it to a third.
The Rams have made “significant progress” on an extension for quarterback Matthew Stafford, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports.
Wide receiver Puka Nacua is with the Rams for the first day of their offseason program.
Marco Rose is set to be the new head coach of Bournemouth, as the Cherries have acted quickly to replace outgoing head coach Andoni Iraola.
