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After being selected by the Cardinals with the third overall pick, former Notre Dame star Jeremiyah Love reflects on going pro and why it was important to return to South Bend this weekend.
After two weeks of daytime races, the Monster Energy Supercross series returns with an evening show.
Orlando’s defense on Cade Cunningham kept him in check, while Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero stepped up on offense.
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Matthew Berry and Lawrence Jackson Jr. react to the Cardinals selecting a quarterback in Miami’s Carson Beck, analyzing what Arizona’s newest signal-caller brings to the NFL.
Matthew Berry and Lawrence Jackson Jr. react to the Steelers drafting Drew Allar in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft and examine the opportunity the former Penn State quarterback has in Pittsburgh.
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Between shoring up the defense and positive developments with George Pickens, things are going the Cowboys’ way.
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The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader Sunday, with the first game beginning at 1:40 p.m. EDT, weather permitting.
There’s still no projected timeline for Lindor’s return, but the five-time All-Star will wear a protective boot on his lower left leg for the next week.
Parker Messick, Kris Bubic, and Braxton Ashcraft are among the projected two-start pitchers for the upcoming week.
James Schiano talks about the “suddenly surging” Mets, analyzing how they will recover from “ironman” Francisco Lindor suffering a calf strain and sharing why New York is “in a bit of a pickle” at the shortstop position.
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The 2025-26 Premier League table is absolutely bonkers and so tight.
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The race to unseat Mohamed Salah and keep him from standing alone atop the Premier League Golden Boot record list is on after Liverpool teammate Hugo Ekitike scored the first goal of this season on Friday, August 15.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta oversaw another one-goal game, this one a 1-0 win over Newcastle United to boost his Gunners back atop the Premier League.
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Orlando’s defense on Cade Cunningham kept him in check, while Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero stepped up on offense.
NBA Showtime believes the Philadelphia 76ers must stick to their game plan in order to continue applying pressure on the Boston Celtics.
NBA Showtime analyzes Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle’s big night that fueled San Antonio’s comeback in Game 3 and the fortitude being shown by the Spurs’ depth in Victor Wembanyama’s absence.
NBA Showtime unpacks why it’s in the New York Knicks’ best interest to continue to utilize Karl-Anthony Towns and how he is “hard to scout” in the postseason.
Wembanyama suffered a concussion after a fall in Game 2 and the Spurs need to think long term, not just short term.
NBA Showtime reacts to Jaden McDaniels’ comments on the Denver Nuggets defense, or lack thereof, and the importance to back up the spoken confidence in Game 3.
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With rain in the forecast later today, qualification takes on added significance.
With rain in the forecast later today, qualification takes on added significance.
With Ken Roczen’s victory last week in the Cleveland Triple Crown, Hunter Lawrence is essentially tied in Supercross points.
Justin Barcia will compete in the final three rounds of Supercross to provide some momentum for Pro Motocross
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The 49ers made a surprising move to draft Ole Miss WR De’Zhaun Stribling at the top of the second round. Cleveland stopped the slide of Washington receiver Denzel Boston.
Matthew Berry and Lawrence Jackson Jr. evaluate the game of USC’s Ja’Kobi Lane and analyze how the wide receiver can help Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens.
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Matthew Berry and Lawrence Jackson Jr. discuss the Commanders selecting Antonio Williams and break down what the Clemson product brings to Washington.
Matthew Berry and Lawrence Jackson Jr. analyze the Steelers trading up to select Alabama’s Germie Bernard and break down how the wide receiver can carve out a role for himself in the “Steel City.”
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Smalley and Springer, having tied the tournament record with a 58 in better-ball play in the opening round.
Korda birdied her last two holes Friday with exquisite irons shots for another 7-under 65, giving her a daunting seven-shot lead.
Watch highlights from the first round of the PGA Tour’s Zurich Classic of New Orleans at TPC Louisiana in Avondale, Louisiana.
Nelly Korda addresses the media after ending the second round of the Chevron Championship at the top of the leaderboard, talking about how her game is holding up and more.
Watch highlights from the second round of the LPGA’s Chevron Championship at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas.
Korda has been building toward the first major of the LPGA season, playing in the final group in each of her four tournaments this year and winning the season opener.
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University of Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy was projected as a first-round draft choice until a medical recheck revealed he could need another knee surgery.
Boston has a 2-1 lead bit Philadelphia looks to even the series at home on Sunday on NBC.
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The Bengals used the final pick of the fourth round on Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young, who might have gone higher than No. 140 overall if not for an off-the-field red flag.
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The Saints are bringing in a former first-round pick.
