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ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

As Coco Gauff struggles to change her serve, it's been a rocky US Open already
Gauff knew she needed to make a change to her serve -- and she took a gamble, hiring a new coach just days before the US Open.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Alcaraz overcomes knee issue for 3rd-round win
Carlos Alcaraz overcame a knee issue that prompted a medical timeout to advance past Luciano Darderi in the third round of the US Open on Friday.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Gators baseball coach suspended for regional rant
Florida has suspended baseball coach Kevin O'Sullivan for the first three games of the 2026 regular season following his profanity-laced language directed at site administrators during an NCAA regional.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Patriots move on from veteran safety Peppers
The Patriots have released safety Jabrill Peppers. A nine-year veteran, Peppers has $4.32 million left on his contract.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Patriots releasing veteran S Peppers, source says
The Patriots are releasing veteran safety Jabrill Peppers, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. A nine-year veteran, Peppers has $4.32 million left on his contract.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Miami LB Hayes charged with vehicular homicide
Miami linebacker Adarius Hayes has been charged with three counts of vehicular homicide and one count of reckless driving with serious bodily injury following an investigation into a May crash that killed three people.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

M's Robles out 7 games for minor league bat toss
Mariners outfielder Victor Robles will now miss seven games following his appeal of a suspension for throwing a bat toward an opposing player during a minor league rehab assignment.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Bookie tied to ex-Ohtani interpreter gets 1 year
An illegal bookmaker who took thousands of bets from the former interpreter of Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani was sentenced Friday to just over a year in prison.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

FBI reveals more Pete Rose gambling documents
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has released new documents relating to baseball great Pete Rose, his former bookie and the gambling scandal that led to Rose's previous ban from the sport and from entry into the Hall of Fame.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Sources: Okla. St. QB Hejny has foot surgery
Oklahoma State starting quarterback Hauss Hejny underwent surgery after suffering a broken bone in his left foot during the Cowboys' season opener, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands as final month approaches
As we enter September, every team has something it's focusing on in the final stretch.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

'Can you do it without Travis and Shedeur?': What will Colorado 2.0 look like for Deion Sanders?
Colorado's new era begins Friday. Deion Sanders says, "It's always going to be a challenge, I don't mind that."

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Why do some players think the US Open courts and balls are slow -- and others call them fast?
US Open organizers insist the conditions are the same as last year. But players disagree. The catch: They can't decide if they're faster or slower.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Breaking down Texas-Ohio State, LSU-Clemson and 24 other matchups in an epic Week 1
College football is back in a big way, with Arch Manning and Texas taking on the defending champs, a showdown in Death Valley and more.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

The game is on the line: Which WNBA player gets the last shot?
Some thrive in high-pressure situations. Who is that go-to for every team?

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Betting stampede moves Texas' odds vs. OSU
Ohio State opened as a 3-point favorite over Texas months ago, but sportsbooks have been reporting a steady stream of money on the Longhorns throughout the summer, causing the line to move.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Dutch GP: What to know as F1 restarts after the summer break
Formula 1 heads to Zandvoort, Netherlands to start the second half of the 2025 season. Find out the stats, session times and latest news following the summer break.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Hamilton 'ready' for F1 restart
Lewis Hamilton and his Ferrari team are "fully focused" to hit the ground running.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

News: Red Sox, Mets promote pitching prospects
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

To transfer or not to transfer? For USMNT players in a World Cup year, there's no perfect answer
The goal is clear: find your best form and make the 2026 World Cup roster. But USMNT hopefuls must decide whether a transfer is necessary to achieve it.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

'The Rich Eisen Show' on ESPN: How to listen and watch
'The Rich Eisen Show' is joining forces with ESPN platforms! Find out how to get your weekday dose of pop culture and sports now.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

?? Fantasy football: Do Not Draft list
The annual hit is back, with players Eric Karabell feels are going earlier than they should in drafts this summer.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Dolphins OLB coach arrested on battery charge
Dolphins outside linebackers coach Ryan Crow has been placed on administrative leave after he was arrested on a domestic battery charge.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Betting stampede on Longhorns shrinks OSU line
Ohio State opened as a 3-point favorite over Texas months ago, but sportsbooks have been reporting a steady stream of money on the Longhorns throughout the summer, causing the line to move.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Mike Clay's Playbook, Part 3: How to manage your team post-draft
The draft is just the beginning of the fun. Mike Clay gives you a guide to being a savvy, championship-winning manager.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Arch vs. hype, a Death Valley 'prove-it game,' plus previews for 26 Week 1 games
College football is back in a big way, with Texas-Ohio State, LSU-Clemson and Notre Dame-Miami leading the way.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Nikita Kucherov leads winger ratings in NHL 26
EA Sports has revealed the top 20-rated wingers in NHL 26.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

From Collier to Clark and more: How injury returns could impact the playoffs
Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart are back, with more injured stars eyeing returns before the postseason.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

NBA predictions: 10 teams that could exceed, fall short of ESPN's forecast
Too low on OKC? Too high on the Spurs? Tim Bontemps breaks down ESPN's Summer Forecast win predictions.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Who has a shot at the championship? Projecting conference and Finals winners
Our panel reveals its championship predictions for the East and West and the 2026 NBA Finals.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Titans' Ridley: Ban made me 'mentally stronger'
As Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley heads into Year 2 with the franchise, he's in a better headspace in his life after injuries and a mental health journey, which included a gambling suspension, derailed his career.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Coach Prime 2.0: What's next for Deion and the Buffaloes
Colorado's new era begins Friday. Deion Sanders says, "It's always going to be a challenge, I don't mind that."

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

'Split' title 35 years ago? Don't tell Colorado and Georgia Tech that
The two teams are meeting in Week 1, 35 years after splitting the 1990 national title in controversial fashion.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Is the under the play to make in Texas-Ohio State?
The Buckeyes are slight favorites at home against the No. 1-ranked Longhorns. Here's how to bet the game.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Should you take LSU and the points at Clemson?
LSU heads to Clemson as underdog in one of the biggest matchups of Week 1. Here's how to bet the game.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Why Man United's best player may be their biggest problem
As Manchester United's freefall continues, is captain and talisman Bruno Fernandes becoming more of a liability than an asset?

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Where will your team's next ballpark be? What Royals can teach us about the future of MLB stadiums
Kansas City's ongoing search for a new home provides three models other franchises could follow.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Let's predict the NFL draft: Kiper's 10 preseason takes, including why all eyes are on Penn State
Which school will have the most picks? How many QBs will go in Round 1? Who is a sleeper for WR1? Mel Kiper Jr. makes predictions for the 2026 NFL draft class.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

The UFC 322 card is stacked, but is there still disappointment?
Five champions competing at Madison Square Garden in November still isn't enough to replace Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Liz Loza's draft rules (there are none!), five players to pick and two to fade
It's finally time to make picks, so consider the trends surrounding these players as you prepare your draft board.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

College football hot seats: Brace yourselves for potential blue-blood turnover
USC, Florida State, Oklahoma among the schools that could look elsewhere, but big buyouts loom.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

What we're hearing before transfer deadline day: Liverpool to return for Isak?
What are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done before Monday?

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Baylor's anthracite and chrome combo headline best college football uniforms from Week 1
While Baylor revives its gold chrome helmets, Utah State will be donning cow print helmets that have a hilarious origin story.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

A silver lining in Micah Parsons trade for coach Brian Schottenheimer?
Brian Schottenheimer lost an elite edge rusher, but the first-year coach may have received some patience.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

PLL semifinals preview: Stats, matchups, how to watch
Which teams will advance to the championship on Sept. 14? Here's what you need to know.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Young Eze's desire to improve led him back to Arsenal
ESPN analyst Nedum Onuoha reflects on captaining a young Eberechi Eze.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Week 1 preview: Player expectations, freshmen to watch and more
Here's what to expect from Jeremiah Smith and Arch Manning, as well as some notable offseason quotes.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Arch vs. hype, a Death Valley 'prove-it' game, plus previews for 26 Week 1 games
College football is back in a big way, with Texas-Ohio State, LSU-Clemson and Notre Dame-Miami leading the way.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Debunking your favorite NFL officiating conspiracy theories
Are the refs penalizing some teams more than others? Which coaches win challenges? We crunched the numbers.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

What we're hearing before transfer deadline day: Liverpool to return for Isak? Who will leave Man United?
The summer transfer window closes on Monday, but what are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done before then?

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Transfer rumors, news: Spurs eye Sancho to replace Son
Tottenham Hotspur are considering a move to sign Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho as a replacement for Son Heung-Min. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Way-too-early UFC at the White House fight card
Let's take an early look at a UFC event at the White House in 2026 that Dana White says is "going to happen."

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

'Fun night': Schwarber has MLB's 21st 4-HR game
Philadelphia slugger Kyle Schwarber hit four home runs Thursday night against Atlanta to become the fourth Phillies player and 21st major leaguer to accomplish the feat.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

A new look in Green Bay: Parsons trade continues Packers' aggressive offseason
Signs of change in Green Bay include paying up to trade for Parsons after finally taking a WR in the first round.

ESPN Sports
Aug 29, 2025

Four questions in the Micah Parsons trade aftermath: Why in the world would Dallas do this?
What are the Cowboys doing? Did they get enough in return? And does Parsons put the Packers at the top of the NFC? Let's sort through this wild trade.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Phils' Schwarber 21st ever with 4 homers in game
Philadelphia slugger Kyle Schwarber hit four home runs Thursday night against Atlanta to become the fourth Phillies player and 21st major leaguer to accomplish the feat.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Jones: Parsons trade will make Cowboys better
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said that trading Micah Parsons to the Packers for Kenny Clark and two draft picks will help Dallas have future playoff success.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

LSU's Haulcy to serve first-half ban for '24 fight
LSU will play the first half of Saturday's game against Clemson without starting safety A.J. Haulcy, who will serve a suspension for a fight last season while playing for Houston.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Makhachev-Della Maddalena headlines UFC 322
Islam Makhachev will face Jack Della Maddalena in a welterweight title bout at UFC 322 on Nov. 15, while Zhang Weili will move up to challenge flyweight champ Valentina Shevchenko in the co-headliner.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Gauff fights tears, 8 double faults to grind out win
Coco Gauff was broken four times and had seven double faults in the first set but still managed to gut out a 7-6 (5), 6-2 victory over Donna Vekic in the second round of the US Open.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Townsend on Open rift: Proud of how I handled it
Taylor Townsend said she has gotten support from players after an on-court confrontation with Jelena Ostapenko at the US Open and is proud of how she handled it.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Grading the Cowboys-Packers blockbuster trade: Who won the Parsons deal?
The Cowboys traded their All-Pro edge rusher to the Packers for picks and DT Kenny Clark.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

A new look in Green Bay: Micah Parsons trade continues Packers' aggressive offseason
Signs of change in Green Bay include paying up to trade for Parsons after finally taking a WR in the first round.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Cincinnati's new script helmets headline best college football uniforms from Week 1
Cincinnati isn't the only team doing something new for Week 1 -- North Carolina State will be debuting its "City of Oaks" uniform.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

?? AFC East, NFC West reveal 'Rivalries' uniforms
Teams from the AFC East and NFC West will don special uniforms during a single home game against a division rival in the 2025 season.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

A new look in Green Bay: Trading for Micah Parsons continues Packers' aggressive offseason
Signs of change in Green Bay include paying up to trade for Parsons after finally taking a WR in the first round.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Guardians release longtime first baseman Santana
Guardians released first baseman Carlos Santana on Thursday, making the 39-year-old veteran available for teams looking to add a veteran bat.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Parsons traded to Packers, gets record contract
Star pass rusher Micah Parsons was traded by the Cowboys to the Packers and agreed to a record contract for a non-quarterback with Green Bay.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Seager has appendectomy; return date unknown
Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, who has a team-high 21 home runs this season, had an appendectomy after experiencing abdominal pain during Wednesday's game.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Venus earns first US Open doubles win since '14
Venus Williams, who won 14 Grand Slam doubles titles with sister Serena, teamed with Leylah Fernandez to win her first doubles match at the US Open since 2014.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Vol for life: UT gives Barnes, 71, lifetime contract
Tennessee gave basketball coach Rick Barnes a contract extension Thursday that automatically extends a year every April 15 after his current contract expires in 2028.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Report: Irsay suffered drug relapses before death
Former Colts owner Jim Irsay suffered setbacks from a longtime addiction to painkillers before his May death and overdosed at least three times since February 2020, according to the Washington Post.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Sources: Dallas appears open to Parsons offers
Several teams have spoken to the Cowboys about a potential Micah Parsons trade and for the first time Dallas appears willing to at least listen, according to multiple sources.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Messi set for 'very special' final WCQ in Argentina
Lionel Messi is set to play his final World Cup qualifier at home in Argentina when Venezuela visits Buenos Aires next week.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

No. 2 Swiatek struggles, but extends major streak
Iga Swiatek, the No. 2 seed, eked past Suzan Lamens at the US Open to again reach the third round, which she has done at every Slam event since the start of 2020.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Packers' Love OK playing with repaired thumb
Packers quarterback Jordan Love said that he has "no concerns" ahead of the Sept. 7 opener against the Lions but that his repaired thumb will have to be protected using a brace similar to what he has worn in practice.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Contenders and bottom five: Expert predictions for NBA East and West standings
NBA experts predict where all 30 teams will land in the standings for the NBA season.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

25 under 25: Clark, then who? Ranking the best young players
Which players have the most future potential? Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese make our list.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Reaction: Good for Arsenal and Spurs, bad for PSG, must-see games
The Champions League is back! So let's unpack all the must-see games, winners and losers, and talking points from Thursday's draw for the 2025-26 League Phase.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

2025-26 UEFA Champions League league phase draw: as it happened
Enjoy all the live updates of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League league phase draw, as we figure out which 36 teams will face each other in the competition.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Ben Shelton and Trinity Rodman relationship timeline
The NWSL player playfully challenged the tennis star with a question about his 2nd-round US Open performance.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

We picked X factors for all 32 NFL teams: Who could be a difference-maker this season?
What do Ricky Pearsall, Riley Moss, Breece Hall and Rashan Gary have in common? The success of their teams could depend on them.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

NFL betting estimated to reach $30B in 2025
Bettors are expected to wager approximately $30 billion on the NFL this season, about 8.5% more from the estimated $27.5 billion last year.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Madrid faces Liverpool, City in daunting UCL draw
Fifteen-time winners Real Madrid have been given a daunting draw for the Champions League, with matches against Liverpool and Manchester City.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Lewis: Blame Bledsoe for hit that led to Brady era
Mo Lewis, breaking a long media silence, contends in a soon-to-be-released book that it's Drew Bledsoe -- not him -- who deserves the blame for the infamous hit on Sept. 23, 2001 that triggered the Tom Brady era.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

College football Week 1 preview: Player expectations, freshmen to watch and more
Ahead of Week 1, here's what to expect from Jeremiah Smith and Arch Manning, freshmen to watch and notable offseason quotes.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

2025-26 UEFA Champions League league phase draw: Live updates
Enjoy live updates of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League league phase draw, as we figure out which 36 teams will face each other in the competition.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

?? Travis Hunter and wife welcome first child
The two-way Jacksonville Jaguars rookie and his wife document the journey to their son's birth on YouTube.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Jets GM: Fields can follow Mayfield, Darnold path
Jets general manager Darren Mougey said Thursday he is impressed with the improvement he has seen in Justin Fields this summer.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Reyna 'can't be mad' about USMNT squad snub
United States international Giovanni Reyna said he's disappointed, but understands why he was left out of Mauricio Pochettino's squad for a pair of upcoming friendlies in September.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

NFL 'Rivalries' uniforms revealed for AFC East, NFC West teams
Teams from the AFC East and NFC West will don special uniforms during a single home game against a division rival in the 2025 season.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Ravens showcase reactions of undrafted rookies who made team's roster
Three players produced a range of reactions when being informed of the good news.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Dickie V: Preseason All-Rolls Royce Teams and Diaper Dandies
The best of the best PTPers, including freshmen, who will make you stand up and say, "Are you serious, baby?!"

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Transfer rumors, news: Woltemade nearing move to Newcastle
Newcastle United are reportedly set to get a new striker in Stuttgart's Nick Woltemade. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid targeting Bayern Munich's Upamecano
Real Madrid are looking at Bayern Munich's Dayot Upamecano for a free transfer in 2026. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

USMNT countdown to the World Cup: Will Reyna's fresh start save 2026 hopes?
Gio Reyna finally has a new club, and if he can rebuild his career in Gladbach, he may yet have a place on the USMNT's 2026 World Cup team.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

Can anyone turn Alcaraz and Sinner's Big Two into a three? Here are 10 candidates
Federer and Nadal once seemed set to rule the tennis world. Then Djokovic broke through. Can anyone now join Alcaraz and Sinner's current reign?

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

The beginning of the end for Amorim? Man United's shocking loss to fourth-tier Grimsby raises the possibility
Ruben Amorim and Manchester United arrived in Grimsby keen to start winning again. Instead, they made history with their latest low point.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

The Playoff Playbook: Tips to help you win your fantasy baseball league
Made the fantasy baseball playoffs? Want to win? Listen to these tips from Tristan.

ESPN Sports
Aug 28, 2025

A contract, designer wardrobe and UFC win: Inside Baisangur Susurkaev's best week
Baisangur Susurkaev entered the week of Aug. 12 unknown and ended it Dana White's "favorite fighter."

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