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Bengals rookie WR Ja'Marr Chase: NFL ball harder to catch, see than NCAA ball

If Chase plays well during the regular season, his preseason drops will definitely be forgotten. If he continues to struggle, fans will question Cincinnati's decision to select him fifth overall. 

Keyshawn Johnson: Tony Romo was a ‘major diva’

We don’t know if that’s a fair assessment of Romo, but Johnson certainly has a point.

David Backes signs one-day contract, retires as member of Blues

A fan favorite in St. Louis, he’ll now be able to say he finished his career where it started.

The 'Most receiving yards for every NFL franchise' quiz

How many of the career leaders in receiving yards for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

Yankees manager Aaron Boone: Gerrit Cole 'encouraged' about hamstring

Cole was pulled from Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays in the fourth inning after 70 pitches. He allowed three runs on five hits in 3.2 innings. 

Chiefs enter 2021 season as Super Bowl LVI favorites despite SB loss to Buccaneers

The Chiefs are more motivated than ever to hoist the Lombardi Trophy after being embarrassed by Tampa Bay in the big game last season.

The 'MLB Hall of Famers elected in their first year of eligibility' quiz

Including the most recent class, 53 MLB players have been elected to Cooperstown in the first year they were eligible. How many of the 53 can you name in six minutes?

NHL's investigation into Evander Kane allegations reportedly has 'stalled'

The NHL’s investigation into Kane has «stalled,» and a decision might not be possible before the San Jose Sharks open training camp.

Watch: Derek Jeter trolls writer who left him off Hall of Fame ballot

Jeter fell one vote short of unanimous selection to the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Saints 'should' be able to host Giants in New Orleans in Week 4

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell said the Saints are on track to welcoming the New York Giants to the Caesars Superdome for the Week 4 showdown scheduled to occur Oct. 3.

Tua Tagovailoa not among Dolphins' announced team captains

Anything resembling a crack in the relationship between the Dolphins and Tagovailoa will be scrutinized after the franchise was heavily linked to disgruntled Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.

Former NFL players, including Clinton Portis, plead guilty in fraud scheme

Portis is one of 10 retired NFLers charged in December 2019 with allegedly defrauding the program for upwards of $2.9 million. There have reportedly been 15 former players in all who have been charged.

Texans GM Nick Caserio doesn't expect Deshaun Watson to play in Week 1

Caserio's comments aren't exactly earth-shattering, given the Texans already tabbed Tyrod Taylor as their starter for Week 1 over Watson

Can the Lakers, Nets give us an era-ending 2022 NBA Finals?

A Lakers-Nets Finals could function as the capstone to a certain era of stars—one last hurrah for everyone old enough to remember when David Stern was still the commissioner.

Tom Brady, Buccaneers believe they can go 17-0?

Tom Brady has basically nothing left to accomplish in the NFL, but he continues to find ways to motivate himself year in and year out.

Eagles GM Howie Roseman wouldn't change Jalen Hurts pick despite Carson Wentz debacle

Roseman spoke to the WIP morning show on Wednesday and alluded to Wentz’s extensive injury history as the main rationale for drafting Hurts, along with the former Alabama and Oklahoma star’s intangibles and intriguing dual-threat ability.

Rays promote top outfield prospect Josh Lowe

Lowe, 23, was the No. 13 overall pick in the 2016 draft and has ridden a breakout season in Triple-A to a widely regarded status as one of baseball’s 100 best prospects.

Texans GM Nick Caserio 'wouldn't expect' Deshaun Watson to play in Week 1

There’s no secret that the Texans would like to move on from Watson altogether. For his part, the quarterback also wants out. However, Caserio is unwilling to take pennies on the dollar for the talented quarterback.

Bills QB Josh Allen receiving most MVP bets at sportsbooks ahead of NFL season

Expectations for Allen are high after he led the Bills to a 13-3 record last season.

Texans trade CB Bradley Roby to Saints

Roby was hit with a six-game suspension in December for violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing drugs. He’s already served five of those games, so he’ll be eligible to play for the Saints in Week 2.

Ranking the NFL coaches heading into 2021

There might be a more scrutinized job in football than head coach, with constant turnover after every season. Heading into the 2021 NFL season, here's a look at how the 32 head coaches stack up.

Broncos star Bradley Chubb arrested on outstanding warrant

In the grand scheme of things, this is a minor infraction for the star defender as his Broncos prepare for their season opener.

Ravens signing RB Le'Veon Bell to practice squad

Baltimore began Tuesday with Gus Edwards and Ty'Son Williams on the depth chart at running back.

Ravens to sign RB Le'Veon Bell

Le’Veon Bell will move to the other side of one of the NFL’s top rivalries. After years with the Steelers, the former All-Pro running back agreed to terms with the Ravens on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN.com tweets.

Mariners shut down CF Kyle Lewis for rest of season

The Mariners are shutting down center fielder Kyle Lewis for the remainder of the season, the club informed reporters on Tuesday.

Mets' Jacob deGrom had UCL sprain; injury has healed

The Mets haven't yet shut deGrom down through at least the end of the regular season.

Kentucky's John Calipari urges people to get vaccinated against COVID-19 after breakthrough case

According to The Associated Press (h/t ESPN), Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball coach John Calipari revealed Tuesday that he tested positive for COVID-19

Cavaliers to pursue trade for 76ers All-Star Ben Simmons?

One NBA insider says that the Cleveland Cavaliers have become the latest team tied to a potential Ben Simmons trade with the Philadelphia 76ers.

New coach admits Bishop Sycamore is 'not a school'

It didn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that Bishop Sycamore was far from a legitimate educational institution.

NFL betting expected to be at all-time high in 2021

According to a survey by the American Gaming Association, 36% more people will bet on football this season than in 2020.

NFLPA president JC Tretter urges NFL to test all players for COVID daily

Daily virus testing may inconvenience some players, but the practice is worth any hassle if it prevents an outbreak that could endanger the status of any meaningful game moving forward.

Bill Belichick: 'I have nothing but positive thoughts and feelings for Cam' Newton

Belichick was asked about Newton's surprising exit on WEEI on Tuesday and got uncharacteristically candid when discussing the veteran QB.

Report: Ben Simmons wanted Sixers head coach Doc Rivers to apologize

It’s easy to see why Simmons felt abandoned. Rivers showed no faith in him publicly, and even Joel Embiid blatantly threw him under the bus.

USMNT sends Weston McKennie back to Juventus after violating COVID protocols

The United States men's national soccer team will play Honduras Wednesday without the help of the midfielder.

Extension candidate: Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez

Should Hernandez keep up his level of offense next year, he should earn somewhere in the neighborhood of $17M in 2022-23 before hitting the open market prior to his age-31 season.

Mike Gundy talks up credentials of proposed Big 12 additions

The Big 12 is on the verge of expanding and returning to 12 teams, and Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy sounds ready and willing to embrace the challenge.

Watch: Red Sox blunder allows four runs to score on pop fly

Players looked like they were having trouble with the sun all day. It just so happens that it could not have become a factor at a worse time for the Red Sox.

Ravens sign Mark Andrews to four-year, $56M extension

With a new money average of $14M, Mark Andrews now stands as one of the NFL’s highest-paid TEs.

Clemson OC Tony Elliott hurt by social media criticism after loss to Georgia

It’s fair to say the Clemson Tigers did not have a good night on offense in Saturday’s loss against Georgia. Offensive coordinator Tony Elliott heard about it, too.
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