Anthony Davis to miss at least four weeks with knee injury
Anthony Davis to miss at least four weeks with knee injury
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Davis had been fairly durable, playing in 27 games and averaging 23.3 points and 9.9 rebounds per game.
NFL, NFLPA react to Omicron variant with relaxed testing protocols
NFL, NFLPA react to Omicron variant with relaxed testing protocols
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With a growing number of players testing positive for COVID-19, the NFL and NFLPA announced new testing protocols Saturday that aim to test vaccinated players less often.
Western Kentucky QB Bailey Zappe sets FBS records for passing TDs, yards
Western Kentucky QB Bailey Zappe sets FBS records for passing TDs, yards
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Bailey Zappe needed 289 yards and five touchdowns to set two FBS single-season records, and he checked both of those boxes before the end of the third quarter.
NHL puts Predators, Bruins on pause through holiday break
NHL puts Predators, Bruins on pause through holiday break
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As expected, there have been more postponements around the league as a result of the sharp increase in players testing positive for COVID-19.
Urban Meyer says players, coaching staffs are 'so fragile right now'
Urban Meyer says players, coaching staffs are 'so fragile right now'
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When asked if his style of coaching can work in today’s modern world, either in the NFL or college, Meyer suggested players and coaches are “so fragile” that his ways might no longer work.
Mets announce Buck Showalter as new manager
Mets announce Buck Showalter as new manager
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Three-time AL Manager of the Year Buck Showalter is returning to manage the New York Mets.
MAC commissioner blasts 'unacceptable' errors by Cure Bowl refs that cost NIU
MAC commissioner blasts 'unacceptable' errors by Cure Bowl refs that cost NIU
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Jon Steinbrecher was not pleased with how officials handled the clock late in NIU's loss.
Packers' Aaron Rodgers will 'be ready to go' vs. Ravens despite not practicing
Packers' Aaron Rodgers will 'be ready to go' vs. Ravens despite not practicing
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Matt LaFleur didn't seem too concerned about quarterback Aaron Rodgers' status for this weekend's game.
Klay Thompson, Warriors reportedly targeting January home game for star's return
Klay Thompson, Warriors reportedly targeting January home game for star's return
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Thompson is currently in the process of ramping up his conditioning, so his return timeline remains somewhat in flux.
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson 'has a chance' to play vs. Packers despite ankle sprain
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson 'has a chance' to play vs. Packers despite ankle sprain
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It seems backup Tyler Huntley is on track to start against the Packers, but head coach John Harbaugh wasn't ready to rule Jackson out.
Lawrence Taylor arrested for sex offender violations
Lawrence Taylor arrested for sex offender violations
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Taylor, 62, has been arrested multiple times.
Chargers TE Donald Parham Jr. has concussion, will 'likely' leave hospital Friday
Chargers TE Donald Parham Jr. has concussion, will 'likely' leave hospital Friday
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Los Angeles Chargers tight end Donald Parham Jr. was the key figure of a scary moment early into Thursday's prime-time overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Kyrie Irving working on return to Nets, would play in road games?
Kyrie Irving working on return to Nets, would play in road games?
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The Brooklyn Nets essentially exiled All-Star guard Kyrie Irving away from the team earlier this fall and before the start of the season because of his
Rams-Seahawks Week 15 game moved to Tuesday
Rams-Seahawks Week 15 game moved to Tuesday
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The Week 15 NFC West battle between the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks is one of three games that the NFL has moved due to COVID-19.
Pittsburgh QB Kenny Pickett will prep for 2022 NFL Draft, won't play in Peach Bowl
Pittsburgh QB Kenny Pickett will prep for 2022 NFL Draft, won't play in Peach Bowl
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Pickett is the No. 20 prospect in the draft class and the top quarterback, according to ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr.
Deion Sanders addresses rumor that top recruit flipped to Jackson State for money
Deion Sanders addresses rumor that top recruit flipped to Jackson State for money
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Deion Sanders pulled off the most shocking upset in college football recruiting history on Wednesday, and many immediately assumed it was only made possible by the NCAA new policy on name, image and likeness.
Will Carlos Correa find a favorable market when lockout ends?
Will Carlos Correa find a favorable market when lockout ends?
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Carlos Correa entered the offseason as the top name on most free-agent rankings — including here at MLBTR — and remains unsigned as MLB and the MLBPA navigate a lockout that certainly doesn’t look anywhere near a resolution. What will his market look li
Kings cancel practice Thursday amid multiple positive COVID-19 tests
Kings cancel practice Thursday amid multiple positive COVID-19 tests
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According to multiple reports, the Sacramento Kings may be the latest NBA team facing a major COVID-19 outbreak.
Lions Pro Bowl TE T.J. Hockenson has season-ending thumb surgery
Lions Pro Bowl TE T.J. Hockenson has season-ending thumb surgery
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Hockenson, a 2019 first-round draft pick selected to his first Pro Bowl squad last year, is on track to fully recover from this setback by the start of the offseason program.
Washington Football Team up to 21 players on reserve/COVID-19 list after adding three on Thursday
Washington Football Team up to 21 players on reserve/COVID-19 list after adding three on Thursday
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The Washington Football Team's group of players on the reserve/COVID-19 list continued to grow on Thursday.
Patrick Mahomes finds Travis Kelce for overtime TD vs. Chargers to extend AFC West lead
Patrick Mahomes finds Travis Kelce for overtime TD vs. Chargers to extend AFC West lead
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Kelce had a career-best 191 receiving yards on 10 receptions, and his overtime-winner was his second touchdown of the game.
Myles Garrett becomes first Browns player to receive ‘Madden 99 Club’ nod
Myles Garrett becomes first Browns player to receive ‘Madden 99 Club’ nod
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The Browns made sure to congratulate the superstar and also shared footage of him learning of the noteworthy honor.
Three Bruins players, one staff member added to COVID protocol
Three Bruins players, one staff member added to COVID protocol
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Bruins captain Patrice Bergeron was added to the team's ever-growing number of players and staff members in the NHL's COVID-19 health and safety protocol on Wednesday. On Thursday, more teammates joined him.
Two more Flames players, one staff member enter COVID-19 protocol
Two more Flames players, one staff member enter COVID-19 protocol
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One day after a whopping 17 members of the Calgary Flames organization were added to the NHL's COVID-19 health and safety protocol, at least three more people joined them.
Rays promote Peter Bendix to general manager
Rays promote Peter Bendix to general manager
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The Rays announced Thursday that they’ve promoted vice president of baseball development Peter Bendix to the title of general manager.
Penn State-VCU game Saturday canceled due to COVID-19
Penn State-VCU game Saturday canceled due to COVID-19
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The Penn State Nittany Lions and VCU Rams' men's basketball programs have suffered their first casualties of their 2021-2022 regular-season schedule. "The health and safety of our student-athletes, coaches, staff and the broader community are of the utmost im
Clint Frazier reveals he had mental health issues with Yankees
Clint Frazier reveals he had mental health issues with Yankees
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Clint Frazier was a highly touted prospect with equally high expectations during his time with the New York Yankees. However, the results were mixed and Frazier never ascended to the level many anticipated.
Jaguars players reportedly 'aren't sad' to see HC Urban Meyer fired
Jaguars players reportedly 'aren't sad' to see HC Urban Meyer fired
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Urban Meyer's tumultuous 11-month tenure as the head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars officially came to a close early Thursday morning and multiple players on the team are reportedly far from devastated with the news.
Report: Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins headed to IR, has 'chance' to return deep in playoffs
Report: Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins headed to IR, has 'chance' to return deep in playoffs
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Hopkins had an MRI on his injured knee earlier this week and received opinions from multiple doctors before the decision was made. Hopkins missed three games earlier in the season with a hamstring injury.
Report: Chargers RB Austin Ekeler expected to play Week 15 vs. Chiefs
Report: Chargers RB Austin Ekeler expected to play Week 15 vs. Chiefs
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Williams hasn't missed a game this season and got in a pair of practices this week, but he has been battling a heel injury.
MLB, MLBPA not expected to discuss core economics until January
MLB, MLBPA not expected to discuss core economics until January
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Since Major League Baseball instituted a lockout in the early morning hours of December 2, there’s been little known back-and-forth between the league and the MLB Players Association.
Year in review: The 2021 athletes of the year
Year in review: The 2021 athletes of the year
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There are always too many special individual athletic moments to count on a yearly basis. But, of course, many that stand out beyond a single calendar year.
Steph Curry making one big change after setting record three-point record
Steph Curry making one big change after setting record three-point record
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Curry remained humble throughout his quest to the record. He may regard himself now as the best shooter ever, but he will probably continue to be pretty humble.
Roger Goodell: No discussion about postponing Browns-Raiders game despite COVID-19 issues
Roger Goodell: No discussion about postponing Browns-Raiders game despite COVID-19 issues
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The 7-6 Cleveland Browns began the week with tight end David Njoku, punter Jamie Gillan and linebacker Anthony Walker on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Since
Raptors, Maple Leafs games to be limited to 50% capacity
Raptors, Maple Leafs games to be limited to 50% capacity
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Local COVID-19 mandates in Ontario now conclude that venues with more than 1,000 people will be limited to 50% capacity.
NFL considering significant change to COVID policy
NFL considering significant change to COVID policy
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Mark Maske of the Washington Post reported on Wednesday that the NFL is exploring the idea of giving vaccinated, asymptomatic players a quicker path to returning to team activities.
Urban Meyer fired as head coach of Jaguars
Urban Meyer fired as head coach of Jaguars
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Meyer’s tenure never got off to a good start.
Flames have fourth game postponed amid COVID-19 outbreak
Flames have fourth game postponed amid COVID-19 outbreak
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Calgary confirmed Wednesday afternoon that Saturday's home game against the Columbus Blue Jackets has been postponed.
Giants considering shutting QB Daniel Jones down due to neck injury?
Giants considering shutting QB Daniel Jones down due to neck injury?
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Ongoing rumors claiming the strained neck that sidelined New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones over the past two games could keep him out through the rest of the season had, thus far, been denied by head coach Joe Judge.
NHL players increasingly apprehensive about participating in Winter Olympics
NHL players increasingly apprehensive about participating in Winter Olympics
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The most recent COVID-19 outbreaks across the NHL are, not surprisingly, causing many players to rethink their position on participating in the upcoming Olympics.