Chris Simms breaks down why Fernando Mendoza is a “no-brainer” No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, examining the Indiana quarterback’s strengths and how he “has a chance to be special.”
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Crosby speaks for first time since failed trade
Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss Maxx Crosby’s comments on the trade that would have sent him to Baltimore falling through, analyzing what was going through the star pass rusher’s head.
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Nicole Auerbach and John Fanta evaluate if this season will continue to be dominated by the teams that have hovered in a tier of their own.
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Cooper Lutkenhaus races at the World Indoor Championships, which air on Peacock and NBCSN.
Chris Simms dives into Jeremiyah Love’s Marshall Faulk-type skillset and explains why the Notre Dame running back is far and away the best at his position in the 2026 NFL Draft.
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March Madness 2026
Check in with our experts to get their national champions, Final Fours, upset picks and more.
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NBA Showtime makes their official Final Four predictions ahead of the NCAA Tournament.
Nicole Auerbach explores the teams that could erase the chalk from the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
The 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament tips off in all its glory on Wednesday, March 18.
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Natalie Esquire and Terrika Foster-Brasby unpack the NCAA women’s basketball tournament field, debating if UCLA, LSU and Duke headline the hardest region before shouting out Hofstra for nearly winning the CAA Tournament.
NFL
The Panthers have received trade interest in Andy Dalton the entire offseason.
Boston Scott did not appear in a regular season game in either of the last two seasons and he won’t be trying to make it back onto the field this year.
Tony Jefferson is ready for another run with the Chargers.
The Panthers are bringing in another running back.
Premier League
Vinicius Junior scored twice after Bernardo Silva was sent off as Real Madrid beat Man City 2-1 in the second leg and 5-1 on aggregate to reach the quarterfinals of the Champions League.
We’re into the thick of it now, with six Premier League teams still alive for the European Cup in the chase to unseat PSG and take a place in the throne room come May 31 in Budapest, Hungary.
Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe try to make sense of Chelsea’s pregame antics before diving into the Blues’ performance in a 1-0 loss to Newcastle at Stamford Bridge.
Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe discuss Michael Carrick’s continued impact at Manchester United following the Red Devils’ 3-1 win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford.
NBA
Ayton has rebounded, played hard on defense and filled a role — as he did for Phoenix in its 2021 Finals run.
It was a good effort by Caruso, just a tad illegal.
Derek Fisher and Terry Gannon discuss Denver taking care of business on the front end of a back-to-back and how the 76ers may be a difficult team in the Eastern Conference play-in.
Cam Johnson joins NBA Showtime to unpack how the Denver Nuggets are striving to get better, expectations for North Carolina in the NCAA Tournament, and being ready when his number is called.
NFL Offseason
Chris Simms and Mike Florio discuss Jaylen Waddle reportedly being traded to the Broncos, with Simms praising Denver’s move for a big-time playmaker.
Mike Florio and Chris Simms react to Maxx Crosby’s comments now that he is still a Las Vegas Raider and question how the Baltimore Ravens will do with Trey Hendrickson on the roster.
Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss the Chiefs reportedly trading for Justin Fields, dissecting how Andy Reid could possibly use the athletic quarterback and get the most out of his abilities.
Chris Simms breaks down why Fernando Mendoza is a “no-brainer” No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, examining the Indiana quarterback’s strengths and how he “has a chance to be special.”
Mike Florio and Chris Simms react to Rod Woodson’s comments on Aaron Rodgers and question why the Steelers are waiting for a player who seems to have no other interest.
Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss Trey Hendrickson’s comments after joining the Baltimore Ravens and analyze the pass rusher’s contract after the Maxx Crosby trade fell through.
Mike Florio and Chris Simms decide which quarterback competition will have more intrigue: Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy in Minnesota, or Tua Tagovailoa vs. Michael Penix Jr. in Atlanta.
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Bet on Houston, Nebraska to cover in 1st round
Trysta Krick and Drew Dinsick break down their top bets for the first day of NCAA Tournament play, picking Nebraska and Houston to cover in their matchups versus Troy and Idaho, respectively.
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Motor Sports
Nick Romano made one start in 2025 and finished 19th in the Birmingham Triple Crown.
Alex Bowman had to exit the March 1 race at Circuit of the Americas because he was not feeling well. He was replaced mid-race and diagnosed with vertigo, and has missed races at Phoenix and Las Vegas since.
Porsche Penske Motorsport will be aiming to win its second in a row at Sebring International Raceway.
Michael Mosiman scored four top-fives and a sixth-place finish in the first six rounds of the 250 West division.
Rotoworld
Kyle Dvorchak breaks down what Hollywood Brown’s arrival in Philadelphia means for his fantasy outlook that, pending A.J. Brown’s future, could propel him to WR2 behind DeVonta Smith.
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For fantasy managers in leagues that conclude in Week 22, it’s likely that some stars won’t be able to help them take home the title.
Eugenio Suarez’s double gave Venezuela the go-ahead run in the ninth inning.
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Matthew Berry breaks down the fantasy fallout around the reported trade that sends Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos, viewing him as a low-end WR2 in a pass-heavy offense.
Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter discuss Christian Kirk reportedly signing a one-year, $6 million contract with the 49ers, explaining why “seeing how things shake out is the only thing Ricky Pearsall managers can do.”
Betting
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Golf
The final pathway into the Masters is through San Antonio at the Valero Texas Open, where the winner if not already eligible goes straight to Augusta National. The exception is S.H. Kim, who goes straight home to South Korea regardless of the outcome.
Cameron Young hit the shot of his life to win the 2026 Players Championship on Sunday.
Matt Fitzpatrick walks through the final shots at the Players Championship, leaving him just one stroke off a victory losing out to Cameron Young in the final moments.
Ludvig Aberg talked with the media after the final round of the Players Championship; finishing tied for fifth after struggles on Sunday after leading after three rounds.
Cameron Young speaks with the media after winning the Players Championship in a narrow final round and reflects on this moment in his career.
See the full 2026 Players Championship payout and prize money breakdown, including how much each player earned at TPC Sawgrass with the complete final standings and earnings table.
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As college football becomes increasingly professional, programs aren’t only offering money to players to get them to transfer, they’re also offering jersey numbers.
“When you have the challenges we had last year, there’s no place to go but up on the defensive side of the ball,” Jones said.
Venezuela overcame a 2-0, fourth-inning deficit after rebounding from a three-run hole to beat defending champion Japan in a quarterfinal.
Sinner finished the tournament without dropping a set while Sabalenka finally got her title after two runner-up finishes.
Ovechkin has yet to say whether this is it or if he wants to play again in 2026-27, so the front office is planning for either contingency.
