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Arsenal are lacking creativity, momentum and confidence. Other than that, they’re fine.
Fernando Mendoza is the runaway top quarterback of the 2026 class, but fantasy managers shouldn’t sleep on Vanderbilt’s Diego Pavia ahead of draft night.
The Numbers on the Board crew explains why the Spurs are having such a great season, praising Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper.
Paul Skenes, Robbie Ray and Trevor Rogers are among the projected two-start pitchers for the upcoming week.
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NFL
Five Ohio State players made the list of those in attendance in Pittsburgh.
Texas Tech wide receiver Caleb Douglas is projected as a third-day pick in the draft later this month.
The original ruling was hidden; the new decision was not.
The NFL’s biggest story of the week has sparked plenty of debates and discussions, for those in the media who have bothered to mention it.
NBA
The Numbers on the Board crew analyzes how Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets have played this year, reviewing their preseason expectations, debating if they have a “stagnant” offense and previewing a crucial summer.
The Numbers on the Board crew opens a care package from Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton.
The Numbers on the Board crew previews an absolutely stacked 15-game slate of NBA action, explaining why “bucket-getter” Hawks star Nickeil Alexander-Walker is having a great season and will go off against the Cavaliers.
The Numbers on the Board crew analyzes how the Nuggets have played this season, sharing why “the defense is still questionable,” praising how Denver performed when Nikola Jokic got injured and previewing their offseason.
MLB
The 35-year-old third baseman hit three home runs in a game for the second time in his career, including a walk-off shot in the ninth inning.
Suzuki reached base in 43 consecutive games in 2009 with the Seattle Mariners. Ohtani has said he admired Suzuki while growing up.
MLB said that 6.8% of players on opening day rosters, injured lists and the restricted list were Black, up from 6.2% at the start of the 2025 season and 6.0% at the beginning of 2024.
Suzuki was one of Chicago’s most productive hitters last year, helping the Cubs reach the playoffs for the first time since 2020.
Premier League
Mats Wieffer’s surprise brace aided Brighton’s push for European qualification and sent Burnley even closer to relegation in a 2-0 affair at Turf Moor on Saturday.
A massive game in both the top five and title races, as struggling Chelsea host surging Man City.
Sunderland are competing for a surprise European place while Tottenham Hotspur are bidding to avoid a shocking relegation when the Black Cats and Spurs tangle on Sunday at the Stadium of Light.
Crystal Palace can fuel a rise up the Premier League table by dousing Newcastle’s hopes of European qualification in a sneaky-important meeting at Selhurst Park on Sunday.
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Motor Sports
The first qualification session marked the 100th time that Eli Tomac has been fastest.
The 250 East riders compete solo with four rounds remaining.
The action from Nissan Stadium gets underway at 9 a.m. ET with Race Day Live, followed by the afternoon program at 3 p.m.
Alex Bowman had to exit his car during the March 1 race at Circuit of the Americas because of the symptoms of vertigo.
Rotoworld
Some of the players on this list may have sabotaged your fantasy teams this season.
Eric Samulski and James Schiano discuss their favorite fantasy baseball waiver wire adds for the weekend.
The FFHH crew breaks down some bets on first-round positional totals for the 2026 NFL Draft.
There are a few big names in NFL free agency who are intriguing fantasy football options for 2026.
Jay Croucher, Lawrence Jackson and Connor Rogers offer their thoughts on some big-name wide receivers that are still available in NFL free agency.
The Fantasy Football Happy Hour crew break down Kenyon Sadiq and Jonah Coleman’s fantasy football potential ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Betting
Texas Rangers at Los Angeles Dodgers Game Preview
Arizona Diamondbacks at Philadelphia Phillies Game Preview
San Francisco Giants vs. Baltimore Orioles Betting Preview
Pittsburgh Pirates at Chicago Cubs Game Preview
Golf
McIlroy atop Masters leaderboard again, while DeChambeau and Rahm will have to fight to make the cut
Defending champion Rory McIlroy picked up where he left off a year ago. For a couple other big names at the Masters, just making the cut is no guarantee.
Rory McIlroy is the reigning Masters champion, which brought about a measure of patience and a load of freedom.
Betting the 2026 Masters AFTER Round 1
Justin Rose fades at the Masters, still joins Scheffler in the hunt behind leaders McIlroy and Burns
Most of the best scores Thursday were posted by those with early tee times, who took advantage of a little less wind and much softer greens.
Scott Van Pelt joins Dan Patrick from Augusta, Georgia, where he’s covering the Masters, to explain how golf terminology becomes second nature for good announcers and Scottie Scheffler’s chances of winning again.
Only three players have won the Masters in back-to-back years. Jack Nicklaus believes Rory McIlroy has a good shot to become the fourth this week at Augusta National.
Latest
Yu Darvish is beginning the season on the San Diego Padres’ restricted list because the veteran right-hander wants to proceed deliberately in his recovery from elbow surgery while he contemplates his future, general manager A.J. Preller said.
Ahkello Witherspoon’s visit with the Commanders apparently went well.
The NFL Players Association has sent to all certified agents notice of a fraud and sex trafficking scheme that targeted NFL and NBA players.
The reigning NL Cy Young Award winner gave up five runs and got only two outs Thursday against the New York Mets, putting the Pittsburgh Pirates in an early hole at Citi Field.
Hana Haden just earned honors as the 2026 Sun Belt Coach of the Year after taking Georgia Southern to a 23-8 record and the first regular-season title in 25 seasons.
