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ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

CFP takeaways: Even as a favored Goliath, Indiana's win stands alone in sports history
Put it next to the Miracle on Ice and NC State-Georgetown. In a wild title game, here's how Indiana beat Miami.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

8-8 in the playoffs with Josh Allen? Buffalo fired Sean McDermott, but there's more blame to go around
With postseason losses piling up, the Bills fired coach Sean McDermott. But will it change anything? And where did things go wrong?

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

What does the hiring of Robert Saleh mean for Titans, Cam Ward?
Tennessee hired Saleh with the hope of turning the franchise around after back-to-back 3-14 seasons.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

NFL execs predict 2026 moves: Lamar Jackson, A.J. Brown trades coming?
We asked NFL executives to make bold predictions about this offseason and next season. Could we see two superstar trades?

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Sharks roll as goalies engage in rare fisticuffs
A goalie fight broke out with 14 minutes left in a game Monday night between the Panthers and Sharks that had become increasingly chippy with post-whistle pushing and shoving.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Sources: Mendoza's brother to transfer from IU
Indiana backup quarterback Alberto Mendoza entered the NCAA transfer portal Tuesday, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Cignetti: IU's crown result of shift to 'new world'
Curt Cignetti said Indiana's national title is a "paradigm shift," one that opens the door to any program willing to invest to climb to the top of the sport.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

USMNT World Cup big board 4.0: Pochettino's roster coming into focus
We're less than five months away from the USMNT's World Cup opener, and with the clock ticking down, Mauricio Pochettino's squad is coming into focus.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Blue Monday: Why Marc Guéhi joining Man City leaves Liverpool in a mess
Liverpool's failure to sign Guéhi could prove more costly than last summer's spending spree.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Men's Bracketology: Don't write off Houston just yet
The Cougars remain national title contenders despite falling off the radar at the turn of the calendar year.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Women's Bracketology: Big nonconference win boosts Ohio State to a 3-seed
Results Sunday and Monday shook up the top 16, and the Buckeyes benefited the most, climbing two seed lines.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Was Sean McDermott really Buffalo's problem? There's plenty of blame to go around for its playoff woes
With postseason losses piling up, the Bills fired coach Sean McDermott. But will it change anything? And where did things go wrong?

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Thunder's slide weakening repeat bid? Clippers in the play-in? Debating four midseason trends
ESPN analysts Zach Kram and Kevin Pelton break down the league's biggest storylines from leading challengers to surprise contenders.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

The Knicks, Nets and a crosstown friendship nearly two decades in the making
In 2009, Mike Brown met Jordi Fernandez and got him an internship with the Cavaliers. Seventeen years later, their relationship runs far deeper just than New York City basketball rivals.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

'Obviously, we would have a great team': What Russian NHLers are saying about missing the Olympics
Russia is suspended from international competition due to the war in Ukraine, sidelining many who'd otherwise be playing.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Can Kenneth Walker III carry Seahawks to Super Bowl after Zach Charbonnet's injury?
Charbonnet is out for the season. But luckily for the Seahawks, Walker has been on a roll recently.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Are Patriots QB Drake Maye's turnovers an issue against the Broncos?
The Broncos' defense is the best in the league at getting to the quarterback. How will the Patriots respond?

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Who's getting into the Hall of Fame? Everything you need to know on ballot reveal day
From who can get in to who could get pushed off the ballot, we have your election day primer.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Does bringing in a 'caretaker manager' work? Will Man United and Real Madrid improve?
Both Man United and Real Madrid abruptly fired their coaches without permanent replacements lined up, so "caretaker managers" will see out the season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal open to Gabriel Jesus exit
Arsenal are willing to allow Gabriel Jesus to leave, while Liverpool and Real Madrid want Micky van de Ven. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eye Tottenham's Van de Ven
Liverpool and Real Madrid are keeping tabs on Tottenham's Micky van de Ven. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Dolphins hire Packers' Hafley as new head coach
The Miami Dolphins hired Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley as their next head coach, the club announced on Monday night.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Miami's Beck: Game-sealing INT, loss 'really hurts'
Quarterback Carson Beck shouldered the blame after a late miscommunication resulted in an interception and the end of Miami's magical season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Sources: Warriors' Butler tears ACL, ending season
Jimmy Butler had to be helped from the Warriors' win against the Heat after landing awkwardly.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Self hospitalized out of caution, not with Kansas
Kansas men's basketball coach Bill Self was hospitalized Monday out of caution and did not travel with the team to Colorado, the school announced.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Indiana fans erase forgettable history with unforgettable title
Indiana had the most losses, a long Big Ten title drought, no Heismans and no national titles. No more.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Was. Was. Was. Was: Indiana fans erase forgettable history with unforgettable title
Indiana had the most losses, a long Big Ten title drought, no Heismans and no national titles. No more.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Warriors' Butler helped off court, undergoing MRI
Jimmy Butler left the Warriors' win Monday night against the Heat after landing awkwardly and grabbing his right knee in pain.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Beck: Sealing interception, loss 'really hurts'
Quarterback Carson Beck shouldered the blame after a late miscommunication resulted in an interception and the end of Miami's magical season.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Indiana -- yes, Indiana! -- is the national champ! How Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers did it
The program that was once the least successful in all of FBS is now the national champion.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Hoosiers cap perfect season, win 1st national title
Indiana completed an undefeated season and won its first national title, beating Miami 27-21 in College Football Playoff final Monday night.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Sources: Titans finalizing deal to make Saleh coach
Robert Saleh is set to become the next coach of the Titans, with sources telling ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday night that the sides are finalizing a deal.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

?? Big questions on Bills' coaching change
After playoff ouster, Bills fire Sean McDermott: Here's what we know.

ESPN Sports
Jan 20, 2026

Warriors' Butler helped off court with knee injury
Jimmy Butler left the Warriors' win Monday night against the Heat after landing awkwardly and grabbing his right knee in pain.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Way-Too-Early Top 25: Sizing up the top contenders for next season
Who will be raising the national championship trophy this time next year? We break down the teams to watch.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Toews gets rousing ovation in return to Chicago
Jonathan Toews returned to Chicago on Monday night with his hometown Jets, but it was clear that his first NHL city still counts him as one of its own.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Knicks showered with boos in 'embarrassing' loss
The Knicks have gone from NBA Cup champions to not even being able to rule out the play-in tournament thanks to a January freefall that saw them lose for the ninth time in 11 games with their 114-97 defeat to the Mavericks.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

KU: Self to hospital out of caution, not with team
Kansas men's basketball coach Bill Self was hospitalized Monday out of caution and did not travel with the team to Colorado, the school announced.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Matt LaFleur's candidates to replace Packers DC Jeff Hafley could include Raheem Morris
Who are the other options LaFleur might be considering after getting his contract extension?

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Scenes that set the stage: Top sights and sounds from CFP title game
Here are all the top scenes from South Florida as the College Football Playoff national championship got underway.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Follow live: Tennis Australia under pressure to fix 'worst fan experience'
Reigning Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner begins his quest for a third consecutive title Down Under on Day 3. Naomi Osaka, Ben Shelton, Taylor Fritz, and Madison Keys will also feature as the final first round matches are contested.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Juventus looking at move for Mateta
Could Jean-Philippe Mateta be the next Crystal Palace star to depart? Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Dolphins hire Jeff Hafley as head coach: What it means
How will Jeff Hafley fare in Miami? Our experts answer seven key questions about Dolphins' new head coach.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Fins hire Packers DC Hafley as next head coach
The Miami Dolphins hired Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley as their next head coach, the club announced on Monday night.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Broncos open window for Dobbins' return vs. Pats
The Broncos have opened the window for leading rusher J.K. Dobbins to return to practice this week and potentially play in the AFC Championship Game.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Sources: Fins hiring Packers' Hafley as new HC
The Dolphins are hiring Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley to become their next head coach, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Bears' Williams: Wasn't on same page with Moore
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams stressed the importance of being on the same page with his wide receivers after DJ Moore faced criticism for his route-running effort in overtime.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Lions set to hire Petzing as new OC, sources say
The Lions are finalizing a deal to hire former Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing as their next offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

King James aversion: LeBron not an ASG starter
For the first time in over two decades, LeBron James has not been voted an All-Star starter. A trio of former MVPs join Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama for the West. The East sports three first-time starters along with Giannis and Jalen Brunson.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Sources: Broncos open window for Dobbins' return
The Broncos are opening the window for RB J.K. Dobbins to return to practice this week and potentially play in the AFC Championship Game, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Mario Cristobal didn't come to Miami to take things easy
The Miami native and former University of Miami lineman has built his alma mater into a juggernaut.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

NBA All-Star rosters: Starters, snubs and biggest questions
The 2026 NBA All-Star starters are set. Who was the biggest surprise or snub? Which superstar duo are we most excited to see? Experts break it down.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Men's AP Top 25 poll reaction: Arizona solidifies spot, Kansas returns
The latest top-25 poll is out, featuring all three unbeaten teams. What's next for all 25 ranked teams?

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

NBA All-Star rosters 2026: Starters, snubs and biggest questions
The 2026 NBA All-Star starters are set! Who was the biggest surprise or snub? Which superstar duo are we most excited to see? Experts break it down.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

NHL trade grades: Who comes out ahead on the Kiefer Sherwood swap?
Hockey trade season has begun! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Coaching candidates on Bills' radar, and Josh Allen's influence: Answering key questions
After playoff ouster, Bills fire Sean McDermott: Here's what we know.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Arizona unanimous No. 1 for first time; ISU falls
Arizona is the unanimous No. 1 for the first time in program history, retaining the top spot for a sixth straight week. UConn, Michigan, Purdue and Duke round out the top five.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Seahawks lose RB Charbonnet for rest of playoffs
Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet will need season-ending surgery after suffering a significant knee injury Saturday, coach Mike Macdonald said Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

'Small details make the difference': How Jannik Sinner has changed his game since the US Open
At the 2025 US Open, Sinner was soundly beaten by Alcaraz. Since then, the two-time Australian Open champ has made adjustments.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Wait, now Sean McDermott is out, too?! Big questions on the Bills' surprising coaching change
After playoff ouster, Bills fire Sean McDermott: Here's what we know.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

'This will consume my entire existence': Mario Cristobal didn't come to Miami to take things easy
The Miami native and former University of Miami lineman has built his alma mater into a juggernaut

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Falcons retaining DC Ulbrich under HC Stefanski
New Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski will keep incumbent defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich in his role.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Iowa women crack top 10 for 1st time post-Clark
Iowa cracked the top 10 for the first time in two years and UConn remained the unanimous No. 1 choice in The Associated Press Top 25 women's basketball poll released Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Women's AP Top 25 poll reaction: What to know about every team
The new women's AP Top 25 poll is out. Here's what's next for every team in the standings.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

The Caleb throw, a controversial call and plenty of mistakes: Barnwell sizes up 11 divisional round plays
Let's sort out Caleb Williams' wild fourth-quarter TD throw, the Broncos' controversial INT, a big Seattle kickoff return TD, a C.J. Stroud pick-six and more.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Bills fire McDermott; Beane promoted to president
The Bills fired coach Sean McDermott and promoted Brandon Beane to president after Buffalo again failed to reach the Super Bowl despite its regular-season success.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

10 NBA teams that could swing trade season's final 20 days
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst have the latest intel on 10 teams with major deadline decisions.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

? NBA midseason grades for all 30 teams
Kevin Pelton gives a grade for all 30 teams halfway through the season. Which teams exceeded expectations?

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Broncos' AFC title game odds tumble with Nix hurt
The Patriots opened as 4.5-point road favorites over the Broncos for the AFC championship, while the Seahawks opened as 1.5-point home favorites over the Rams for the NFC championship, according to DraftKings lines.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Centurion: Djokovic wins 100th Aussie match
Novak Djokovic closed Day 2 at the Australian Open with his 100th win at Melbourne Park. He beat Pedro Martinez in straight sets in a match that marked the start of a record 21st Australian Open and 81st Grand Slam.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

U bet? CFP spread shifts toward underdog Canes
A surge of respected money coming in on Miami over the weekend has caused the CFP title point spread to move toward the underdog Hurricanes. Indiana is now a 7.5-point favorite as of Monday morning.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Title game confidential: Scouts and coaches break down Miami-Indiana
More than two dozen coaches, scouts and front office members weigh in.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

'It shaped my DNA': The very Miami story of Mario Cristobal
The Miami native and former University of Miami lineman has built his alma mater into a juggernaut

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Barnwell: The 11 most fascinating plays of the divisional round, and why each mattered
Let's sort out Caleb Williams' wild fourth-quarter TD throw, the Broncos' controversial INT, a big Seattle kickoff-return TD, a C.J. Stroud pick-six and more.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

First look at the NFL's conference title games
How can the Broncos, Patriots, Rams and Seahawks advance to the Super Bowl?

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Natalia Silva, Max Holloway can create UFC chaos immediately in 2026
Natalia Silva, Amanda Nunes, Max Holloway and more fighters who can derail UFC championship predictions in 2026

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Man United stun rivals City; Senegal win AFCON amid controversy; Barcelona lose; more
What a weekend! Man United stunned their rivals City in a fiery derby, Senegal won AFCON amid controversial scenes, Thomas Frank is on the brink as Spurs boss and Barcelona somehow lost at Real Sociedad.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Why clamor for Man United, Tottenham 'DNA' makes no sense
Fans of Man United and Spurs expect a certain style of play, but it's nothing to do with DNA.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Which injuries will have the biggest impact on the Olympic hockey tournament?
Leo Carlsson, Brayden Point and Seth Jones are among those ailing ahead of Milan Cortina. Plus, what to watch in the NHL this week.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

'Everyone has someone to cheer for': Inside Fernando Mendoza's Miami homecoming
Indiana's quarterback has deep roots in South Florida, creating some split loyalties for the title game.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Indiana could go 16-0 with a title game win -- but it wouldn't be the first. Meet 1894 Yale
Indiana could complete a 16-0 season with a national championship win over Miami on Monday night. But it won't be the first team to accomplish the feat.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Will Heisman-winning QB Fernando Mendoza fall victim to the national title curse?
Winning the Heisman at quarterback and the national title in the same year is hard to do.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Will Colts, Daniel Jones run it back in 2026?
There's mutual interest, but there's also the matter of the QB's recovery from a December torn Achilles.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

The AFC North: 1 coach, 2 (?) starting QBs, many questions
Mike Tomlin, John Harbaugh and Kevin Stefanski are gone, and probably Aaron Rodgers. So what's next?

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

NBA midseason grades: Expectations exceeded, short-lived runs and what to watch
Kevin Pelton gives a grade for all 30 teams halfway through the season. Which teams exceeded expectations?

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Sizing up the AL Central: What each team still needs to do before spring training
There haven't been a lot of headline deals in this division so far, but there's still work left this winter.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

AL West update: Will M's spend more? Will Astros make a deal?
With spring training less than a month away, here's what left to be done in the division.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Chris Gotterup continues rise, opens '26 with Sony win
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.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea open to Fernández exit; Madrid, PSG interested
Chelsea's Enzo Fernández could be available this summer as Real Madrid and PSG monitor his situation. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Transfer window weekly: Güler to Arsenal? Chelsea squad changes?
The winter transfer window is open, so what are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done?

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Bears' Williams: Future bright despite painful exit
Caleb Williams and the Bears expressed frustration with the way the season abruptly ended, but left Sunday night with a positive outlook for the future.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

KD moves past idol Dirk for 6th on scoring list
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."

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

Uneven Rams overcome 'bad coaching' in OT win
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.

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Jan 19, 2026

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

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