What lies ahead for Gervonta Davis and Naoya Inoue after highlight-reel KOs?

Davis and Inoue each own two world titles after wins, and a range of potential paths forward from here.

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Sources: NBA fears up to $1 billion loss with January start

The NBA and NBPA are running short on time to agree on starting the season before Christmas.

source https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/30226351/nba-fears-january-start-season-cost-league-1-billion-revenue-losses

D.J. U and Clemson soar, Jim Harbaugh and Michigan stumble, plus more from Week 9

The Tigers' backup QB led a Trevor Lawrence-less Clemson team to a comeback win on a Saturday that also saw Texas hang on for an upset and Michigan fall to a rival.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/page/gamedayfinal201031/dj-uiagalelei-clemson-soar-jim-harbaugh-michigan-stumble-plus-more-week-9

College Football Playoff picks after Week 9

Alabama, Clemson and Ohio State all remain unanimous picks from our writers. Notre Dame is the favorite in the four spot ahead of the big showdown in South Bend next week while Cincinnati, Georgia and Texas A&M all make an appearance.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/page/playoffpredictions103120/college-football-playoff-picks-week-9

Mikaela Mayer wins first world title, plus a couple of TKO's

A dominating victory earned Mayer a world title on a Saturday packed with boxing.

source https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/30224975/naoya-inoue-jason-moloney-gervonta-davis-leo-santa-cruz-live-results-analysis

Takeaways: Time is right for Anderson Silva to retire; Bryce Mitchell is legit

ESPN's MMA experts discuss the future for the 45-year-old Silva and Mitchell.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30231239/ufc-fight-night-takeaways-right-anderson-silva-retire-bryce-mitchell-legit

Silva after TKO loss: 'Don't know' if career over

Anderson Silva was stopped by Uriah Hall in the fourth round Saturday, but hedged afterward when asked about retirement, saying, "It's tough to say it's my last or not."

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30232708/anderson-silva-stopped-uriah-hall-ufc-fight-night-say-mma-career-over

Wilder rips Fury: Don't 'weasel out of' rematch

Deontay Wilder went off on Tyson Fury in a series of Twitter posts Saturday, saying, "It is time for you to be a man and honor your word" about a rematch clause in their contract.

source https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/30232351/man-honor-your-word

Three players ejected after Florida-Missouri brawl

A hit on Florida QB Kyle Trask sparked an all-out brawl between the Gators and Tigers on Saturday.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30232627/three-players-ejected-florida-missouri-brawl

UFC fighters react to Anderson Silva's likely final fight in the Octagon

Fighters took to social media to show respect to Silva, who likely fought for the last time in the UFC.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30232045/ufc-fighters-react-anderson-silva-likely-final-fight-octagon

Ehlinger, Texas take down No. 6 OK State in OT

Sam Ehlinger threw a 15-yard touchdown pass to Joshua Moore in overtime and Joseph Ossai sealed the victory by sacking Oklahoma State quarterback Spencer Sanders as Texas knocked off the previously unbeaten and sixth-ranked Cowboys 41-34 on Saturday.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30232128/texas-longhorns-take-no-6-oklahoma-state-cowboys-ot

NFL suspends former Pro Bowl kicker Rosas

The NFL suspended former Pro Bowl kicker Aldrick Rosas for four games as punishment for violating the league's code of conduct policy.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30231631/nfl-suspends-former-pro-bowl-kicker-aldrick-rosas

Freshman QB Uiagalelei rallies No. 1 Clemson

Playing without quarterback Trevor Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson struggled in the first half Saturday before freshman quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei and running back Travis Etienne lifted the Tigers past Boston College.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30230598/freshman-quarterback-dj-uiagalelei-rallies-clemson-tigers-boston-college

Clemson's Etienne sets rushing yards, TD records

Clemson running back Travis Etienne set a pair of records during Saturday's game against Boston College. He has now scored a touchdown in 42 games, an FBS record, and holds the ACC career rushing record as well.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30230351/clemson-tigers-travis-etienne-sets-records-career-rushing-yards-games-touchdown

DAMWON usher in next generation of South Korean League of Legends

DAMWON Gaming's victory at the League of Legends World Championship marked the first time since 2017 that a South Korean team had lifted the Summoner's Cup and was redemption for the country's League of Legends esports.

source https://www.espn.com/esports/story/_/id/30230408/damwon-usher-next-generation-south-korean-league-legends

Way-too-early 2021 League of Legends Global Power Rankings

Our staff looks ahead at how all the teams stack up for 2021.

source https://www.espn.com/esports/story/_/id/30224933/way-too-early-2021-league-legends-global-power-rankings

Cowboys QB Dalton ruled out, DiNucci to start

The Dallas Cowboys have downgraded quarterback Andy Dalton to out for Sunday night's game in Philadelphia.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30230070/dallas-cowboys-qb-andy-dalton-ruled-vs-philadelphia-eagles-concussion

Patriots' Gilmore (knee) ruled out for Bills game

The New England Patriots have ruled cornerback Stephon Gilmore out for Sunday's road game against the Buffalo Bills due to a knee injury.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30230125/new-england-patriots-stephon-gilmore-knee-ruled-buffalo-bills-game

'We did it!' Bringing a title to L.A. has special meaning for Dodgers' Julio Urias

Following in Fernando Valenzuela's footsteps, winning it all was a triumph for the Mexican lefty on multiple levels.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30229725/bringing-title-la-special-meaning-dodgers-julio-urias

AAC: Error in Tulsa-ECU finish, but result stands

The American Athletic Conference has acknowledged an officiating error that occurred in the fourth quarter of Friday's East Carolina-Tulsa game, the league announced on Saturday.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30229484/american-athletic-conference-acknowledges-officiating-error-tulsa-golden-hurricanes-east-carolina-pirates-game

Belichick: Pats' depth issues partly due to cap

Patriots coach Bill Belichick said that his struggling 2020 team doesn't have the same level of depth as some past clubs, in part because of the salary cap, which has led to younger players being thrust into action.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30229483/bill-belichick-cites-salary-cap-some-new-england-patriots-depth-issues

Bears WR Robinson clears concussion protocol

Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson has cleared the concussion protocol and is expected to play Sunday against the New Orleans Saints, the team announced Saturday.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30229561/chicago-bears-allen-robinson-clears-concussion-protocol-expected-play-new-orleans-saints

How Ohio State became Quarterback U under Ryan Day

The offensive coordinator-turned-head coach is helping Buckeyes QBs finally get drafted in the first round.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30202875/how-ryan-day-turning-ohio-state-football-quarterback-u

Drivers in awe of 'incredible' Imola circuit

Lewis Hamilton led the praise of Imola, which is hosting its first F1 race since 2006.

source https://www.espn.com/f1/story/_/id/30228869/f1-drivers-awe-incredible-imola-circuit

Illinois QB Peters among 2 to test positive

Illinois quarterback Brandon Peters has tested positive for COVID-19 and will be out for 21 days, including Saturday's game against Purdue, the school announced.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30228736/illinois-fighting-illini-qb-brandon-peters-2-test-positive-coronavirus

Badgers' cases up; decision on Purdue game Tue.

Wisconsin will decide on Tuesday if it can play Purdue on Nov. 7, as COVID-19 cases have risen to 22 within the program, athletic director Barry Alvarez told Rece Davis on College GameDay Saturday morning.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30228445/wisconsin-football-decide-tuesday-play-purdue-nov-7-covid-19-cases-rise

World No. 2 Halep tests positive for coronavirus

Simona Halep, the 2019 Wimbledon champ who is ranked No. 2 in the world, has "mild symptoms" after testing positive for COVID-19 and is self-isolating at home.

source https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/30228358/wimbledon-champ-simona-halep-tests-positive-covid-19

DAMWON Gaming win 2020 League of Legends World Championship

South Korea's DAMWON Gaming brought the world title back to the region for the first time since 2017.

source https://www.espn.com/esports/story/_/id/30227558/damwon-gaming-win-2020-league-legends-world-championship

How Dolphins can keep Aaron Donald from wrecking Tua Tagovailoa's debut

Miami needs to keep its rookie quarterback upright against the Rams' pass rush, and double-teams and quick passes figure to be part of the plan.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/miami-dolphins/post/_/id/31562/how-dolphins-can-keep-aaron-donald-from-wrecking-tua-tagovailoas-debut

Donald ready to welcome Tua to NFL

The Rams' defensive tackle does especially well against rookies -- such as the Dolphins' top pick.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-rams/post/_/id/42189/rams-aaron-donald-ready-to-welcome-dolphins-tua-tagovailoa-to-nfl

My 5-year-old couldn't go to a Mets game this year -- so I sent him to all of them

Here's how one dad didn't let the pandemic stop him from taking his son out to the ballgame in 2020.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30168883/my-5-year-old-go-new-york-mets-game-year-sent-all-them

Next stop, MLB? Five players to watch in the KBO playoffs

The road to the Korea Series begins Sunday. For some of the league's biggest stars, a trip to the big leagues could soon follow.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30223414/next-stop-mlb-five-players-watch-kbo-playoffs

Sources: NBA fears up to $1B loss with Jan. start

The NBA and NBPA are running short on time to agree on starting the season before Christmas, and the league fears a January start could cost it up to $1 billion in revenue losses next season and beyond, sources told ESPN.

source https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/30226351/nba-fears-january-start-season-cost-league-1-billion-revenue-losses

Giants' Barkley finally has surgery on torn ACL

Giants running back Saquon Barkley, who suffered a season-ending torn ACL on Sept. 20, finally had surgery on his knee Friday in Los Angeles.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30226263/new-york-giants-saquon-barkley-surgery-torn-acl

UFC Fight Night viewers guide: Goodbye (or not?) to the incomparable Anderson Silva

Anderson Silva, one of the greatest ever in MMA, might be fighting for the final time in the Octagon when he takes on Uriah Hall on Saturday.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30203066/ufc-fight-night-viewers-guide-goodbye-not-incomparable-anderson-silva

5-star recruit Houstan commits to Michigan

Five-star recruit Caleb Houstan has committed to Michigan, he told ESPN on Friday.

source https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/30222734/five-star-basketball-recruit-caleb-houstan-commits-michigan

When can Lewis Hamilton win his seventh F1 championship?

Lewis Hamilton is on the verge of a seventh world championship -- here's what he needs to do to wrap it up at the earliest possible opportunity.

source https://www.espn.com/f1/story/_/id/30222249/when-lewis-hamilton-win-seventh-f1-championship

Guide to every Week 8 NFL game: Picks, matchup nuggets, more

What to watch for in every game. Bold predictions. Fantasy advice. Key stats to know. And, of course, score predictions. It's all here for Week 8.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/page/viewersguide10302020/nfl-week-8-game-picks-schedule-guide-fantasy-football-tips-odds-injuries-more

How Oklahoma State's defense made the Cowboys the Big 12's best College Football Playoff hope

As Oklahoma and Texas struggle, the Cowboys have surged and are the Big 12's lone unbeaten team. Even more surprising, they're winning with defense.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30213402/how-oklahoma-state-defense-made-cowboys-big-12-best-college-football-playoff-hope

Why the NFL trade deadline is different this year: COVID-19 tests, cap-space questions and more

In the middle of the weirdest NFL season comes the weirdest trade deadline. Here's everything that makes it so unique.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30218485/why-nfl-trade-deadline-different-2020-covid-19-tests-cap-space-questions-more

What the work behind political change looks like for LeBron and star athletes

Here's how athletes have spent the past six months trying to channel the power of their collective voice into political action.

source https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/30213500/what-work-political-change-looks-lebron-james-star-athletes

How does political perception differ from reality in American sports?

There's a complex contrast between a league's image and the politics of the people in charge.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30213498/election-2020-how-does-political-perception-differ-reality-american-sports

Cam Newton, Joe Burrow and the great college football QB debate

Two perfect seasons, two Heisman Trophy winners and two No. 1 NFL draft picks. How do you compare the historic seasons of Auburn's Cam Newton and LSU's Joe Burrow? Let's try to figure it out.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30217596/cam-newton-joe-burrow-great-college-football-qb-debate

The runner who beat COVID-19 -- and then ran the virtual 2020 NYC Marathon

In March, Tatiana Rojas was exposed to the coronavirus at the hospital where she worked. Two months later, her symptoms were so severe that she struggled to even walk. But she kept one dream in mind as she fought COVID: running the NYC Marathon.

source https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/30206134/the-runner-beat-covid-19-ran-virtual-2020-nyc-marathon

What does the future of road racing look like during a pandemic?

Keeping tens of thousands of runners safe is a unique challenge for road races.

source https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/30212900/what-does-future-road-racing-look-pandemic

Where does Dodgers-Rays rate among the best World Series ever? We rank all 116 Fall Classics

The finale of the pandemic-shortened 2020 season goes up against the scandals, scapegoats, superstars and, yes, the Yankees of the past. Sam Miller judges every October since 1903.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/29104085/ranking-every-world-series-mlb-history

As Maradona turns 60, World Cup humbling of England remains his iconic moment

Diego Maradona's life has been a series of extraordinary moments, but it's one Mexican afternoon against England that always seems to stand out.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/argentina-arg/story/4220911/as-maradona-turns-60argentina-greats-world-cup-humbling-of-england-remains-his-iconic-moment

Seances, tattoos and the unbreakable bond between Mikaela Mayer and Al Mitchell

Al Mitchell was considering walking away from boxing after Vernon Forrest died. He said he'd never train a girl. Then Mikaela Mayer walked into his life and changed everything.

source https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/30218312/seances-tattoos-unbreakable-bond-boxer-mikaela-mayer-trainer-al-mitchell

Mexico's Day of the Dead: Liga MX clubs unveil stunning new kits

Liga MX has some of the best kits you'll find anywhere this season as five clubs have unveiled special jerseys to commemorate the Day of the Dead.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/blog-the-toe-poke/story/4213794/mexicos-day-of-the-dead-liga-mx-clubs-unveil-stunning-new-kits

Solskjaer progressing at Man United, but where's the plan?

It has been a roller-coaster ride for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer since replacing Jose Mourinho at Man United.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/manchester-united/story/4221097/solskjaer-progressing-at-man-united-after-almost-100-gamesbut-theres-no-clear-plan-forward

Hit on Bridgewater draws ejection for DE Harris

Falcons defensive end Charles Harris was ejected Thursday night for a nasty hit on Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, who was briefly sidelined before clearing concussion protocol and returning.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30220420/hit-carolina-panthers-teddy-bridgewater-draws-ejection-atlanta-falcons-charles-harris

Everything we know -- and don't -- about Trevor Lawrence's coronavirus diagnosis

What is the timeline for Trevor Lawrence's potential return from the coronavirus, and could he play against Notre Dame? What do you need to know about backup QB D.J. Uiagalelei? We attempt to answer these questions and more.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30220408/trevor-lawrence-coronavirus-diagnosis-line-clemson-backup-qb-more

Panthers' Curtis Samuel scores on flea-flicker for second TD vs. Falcons

The Panthers pulled out a trick play to score their second touchdown against the Falcons with a 29-yard score.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30219818/panthers-curtis-samuel-scores-fleaflicker-second-td-vs-falcons

White convinced Khabib will unretire, go for 30-0

UFC president Dana White told CBS Sports Radio on Thursday that he has been in touch with lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov since the fighter announced his retirement from the sport, and he said he believes Nurmagomedov will fight again.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30220060/ufc-dana-white-feeling-khabib-nurmagomedov-unretire-go-30-0-record

Clemson's Lawrence tests positive, out vs. B.C.

Trevor Lawrence, the star Clemson quarterback and Heisman Trophy front-runner, has tested positive for COVID-19 and won't play Saturday against Boston College.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30219908/trevor-lawrence-positive-covid-19-miss-boston-college-clemson

Follow live: Panthers host Falcons in NFC South clash

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Sources: Hinch favorite to be Tigers' new manager

Former Houston Astros manager AJ Hinch is widely regarded as the favorite to become the next manager of the Detroit Tigers, sources told ESPN's Buster Olney.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30219586/sources-aj-hinch-favorite-hired-detroit-tigers-manager

White Sox's La Russa email uses wrong signature

The White Sox mistakenly sent an email welcoming Tony La Russa that included AJ Hinch's signature, an error that was due to multiple variations of the graphic being prepared for various candidates, a source told ESPN.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30219632/aj-hinch-signature-chicago-white-sox-email-welcoming-tony-la-russa-glitch

Women's college basketball FAQ: Crowded rosters, recruiting uncertainty and extended eligibility

Will there be enough scholarships? Will incoming freshmen share rosters with the seniors they were supposed to replace? Coaches and players weigh in.

source https://www.espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/30211579/women-college-basketball-faq-crowded-rosters-recruiting-uncertainty-extended-eligibility

Ringside Seat: Halloween spotlights a 'Monster,' a 'Tank' and a future heavyweight champ

Naoya Inoue defends his titles against Jason Moloney, and Gervonta Davis and Leo Santa Cruz meet in a rare fight for titles in different divisions.

source https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/30210572/ringside-seat-halloween-spotlights-monster-tank-future-heavyweight-champ

Meet 'The Monster,' Naoya Inoue

As Inoue prepares for his bout against Jason Moloney, he talks about what he calls the restarting of his career.

source https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/30213754/meet-monster-naoya-inoue-faces-jason-moloney

Familiar foes: Tomlin, Harbaugh to make history

On Sunday, the Steelers' Mike Tomlin and the Ravens' John Harbaugh will become the first pair of head coaches in the Super Bowl era to face off 25 times in the regular season, according to the Elias Sports Bureau.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30215852/pittsburgh-steelers-mike-tomlin-baltimore-ravens-john-harbaugh-face-record-25th

Are the Packers and Cardinals really this good? Barnwell ranks the top playoff risers

Five NFL teams have improved their playoff chances by at least 29% since the season began. Here's how they got here and what's next.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30213306/nfl-playoff-risers-2020-packers-cardinals-buccaneers-really-good

How Ohio State became Quarterback U under Ryan Day

The former offensive coordinator-turned-head coach is helping Buckeyes QBs finally get drafted in the first round -- and is making sure the position is set in Columbus for the future.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30202875/how-ryan-day-turning-ohio-state-football-quarterback-u

Can Penn State upset Ohio State? What to know for Week 9

We preview the weekend's biggest Big Ten battle. Plus, can Oklahoma State keep rolling?

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/page/gamedaykickoff201029/everything-need-know-ohio-state-vs-penn-state-big-12-surprises-more-week-9

Teal turf, mullets and Coastal Carolina's long road to becoming college football's must-watch team

Who knew that less than 20 years after adding football and uprooting wild watermelons to build a stadium, the feisty Coastal Carolina Chanticleers would start their season by upsetting Kansas and find themselves ranked No. 20 in the country?

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30213198/coastal-carolina-long-road-becoming-college-football-see-attraction

'It's uglier than ever': Dark money drives sports owners' political influence

The spotlight on political donations is bright, but there's a push among some ownership groups to avoid it.

source https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/30210730/election-2020-how-sports-owners-hide-political-donations-players-fans

Why Roger Goodell and NFL power brokers built their own PAC

The Gridiron PAC provides a glimpse into what Goodell's NFL values and how the league exerts influence.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30198564/election-2020-how-nfl-gridiron-pac-uses-influence-washington

What's next for Panthers? Matt Rhule literally wears it on his sleeve

Rhule's rules are a bit different than those of other NFL coaches, but the prevailing philosophy is looking ahead to the next big challenge.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/carolina-panthers/post/_/id/34279/whats-next-for-panthers-matt-rhule-literally-wears-it-on-his-sleeve

Matt Ryan stays in present as change swirls around Falcons

If a new regime decides to hit the reset button, it could be over for the QB in Atlanta.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/atlanta-falcons/post/_/id/35787/matt-ryan-stays-in-present-as-change-swirls-around-falcons

UEFA's official UCL report: Messi's goal beats Ronaldo's; praise for Jose's ball boy coaching

UEFA this week released its annual Champions League technical report, and it's interesting reading for casual observers and stats obsessives alike.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/blog-the-toe-poke/story/4219918/uefas-champions-league-report-messis-goal-beats-ronaldos-praise-for-mourinhos-ball-boy-coaching

Mid-majors 2020-21 predictions: Gonzaga transcends labels, can win title

As the countdown to the 2020-21 college basketball season continues, ESPN's predictions series focuses on the top leagues beyond ... the top leagues.

source https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/30209086/mid-majors-2020-21-predictions-gonzaga-transcends-labels-win-title

Reporters pick top moments from Anderson Silva's legacy of UFC greatness

Saturday could well be Silva's final UFC fight, and our MMA experts share their favorite Silva moments.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30203201/reporters-pick-top-moments-anderson-silva-legacy-ufc-greatness

'No kid should have to go through what I went through': Morgan Urso's journey to destigmatize mental illness

After her state's hockey association recommended she remain apart from her team, she received support from near and far and continues her journey in the sport.

source https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/30209613/how-teenage-hockey-player-morgan-urso-working-destigmatize-mental-illness

Week 8 Love/Hate: Berry answers your emails about the job market

Matthew Berry lists his favorites for each position, but he begins with a job-search mailbag.

source https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/page/TMRlovehate201029/fantasy-football-week-8-picks-sleepers-busts-rankings-matthew-berry-loves-hates-qbs-rbs-wrs-tes

How baseball made it through its best, worst, smartest, dumbest and scariest season ever

Baseball during a pandemic almost didn't happen. Once the fighting stopped, the strangest season ever started, stumbled, mesmerized and finished. It was unreal, and hopefully we never see it again.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30196071/how-baseball-made-best-worst-smartest-dumbest-scariest-season-ever

Ewers, No. 1 in '22 class, decommits from Texas

Quarterback Quinn Ewers, the No. 1-ranked prospect in the 2022 recruiting class, announced Wednesday he has decommitted from Texas.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30214421/quarterback-quinn-ewers-no-1-2022-recruiting-class-decommits-texas-longhorns

Jones: Cowboys released Poe due to weight, play

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said the team released defensive tackle Dontari Poe because he was overweight and not performing on the field, declining to say whether Poe's kneeling during the national anthem influenced the decision.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30214145/dallas-cowboys-release-dontari-poe-due-weight-performance

Rams take baton: Must 'be great to be relevant'

After the Lakers won a 17th NBA title earlier this month and the Dodgers won the World Series for the first time since 1988 on Tuesday, the Rams are now receiving the message that they're on the hook to hit a trifecta for L.A.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30214180/los-angeles-rams-take-title-baton-great-relevant

Arians: Brown 'fantastic' during 1st Bucs workout

Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians said wide receiver Antonio Brown "looked fantastic" in his first day of work with the Bucs.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30212946/antonio-brown-looked-fantastic-first-bucs-workout

Biggest Week 8 injury questions for all 32 NFL teams

While Dalvin Cook and Christian McCaffrey could return, fellow RBs Aaron Jones, Chris Carson might not.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30212137/biggest-week-8-injury-questions-all-32-nfl-teams-aaron-jones-dalvin-cook-chris-carson-more

Sources: Bengals tell Dunlap to stay home

A disgruntled Carlos Dunlap was told to stay home Wednesday as the Bengals sort out his future and trade talks continue, sources confirmed to ESPN's Dianna Russini.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30208585/sources-cincinnati-bengals-tell-carlos-dunlap-stay-home-amid-trade-talks

Let's all pylon Penn State as it enters the Bottom 10

The Nittany Lions likely saw their title dreams disappear against Indiana, but a spot in the Bottom 10 is a nice consolation prize, no?

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30204916/let-all-pylon-penn-state-enters-bottom-10

Inside the night Clayton Kershaw finally became a World Series champion

The Dodgers' ace grew up about 20 miles from Globe Life Field. Tuesday night, he won his first title there, with his childhood friends watching.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30202146/world-series-2020-night-clayton-kershaw-became-world-champion-hometown

How Mookie Betts became the social media star of the World Series

Every big play became a trending moment for World Series viewers on social media.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30204287/los-angeles-dodgers-mookie-betts-viral-star-2020-world-series

MMA pound-for-pound rankings: It's unanimous -- Khabib is unsurpassed

Even after announcing his retirement following his UFC 254 win, Khabib Nurmagomedov gets what he wants in the ESPN men's rankings.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/24067525/unanimous-khabib-unsurpassed-pound-pound-rankings

Jimmy Garoppolo, Brandon Aiyuk among top streaming options for Week 8

We've got potential options who have favorable matchups you can exploit in Week 8.

source https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/id/30201467/fantasy-football-waiver-wire-nfl-week-8-jimmy-garoppolo-brandon-aiyuk-top-streaming-options

Inside the $1 million commitment that will elevate the PWHPA Dream Gap Tour

The contribution from Secret not only will help women's hockey players get back on the ice but also will ensure that the Dream Gap Tour continues to grow.

source https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/30201356/inside-1-million-commitment-elevate-professional-women-hockey-player-association-dream-gap-tour

Ex-Ohio St. QB Pryor gets probation in plea deal

Terrelle Pryor has been given 90 days' probation after pleading to a lesser charge in connection to a November incident in which the former Ohio State quarterback was stabbed and hospitalized.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30208464/former-ohio-state-qb-terrelle-pryor-gets-probation-altercation-which-was-stabbed

Brady, Big Ben are about to become the most-sacked QBs ever: How they got here, and who's next

The two veterans are on the verge of setting a record that might never be broken again: Most times sacked in an NFL career.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30197705/tom-brady-ben-roethlisberger-become-most-sacked-quarterbacks-ever-how-got-here-next

Mike McCartney gets last laugh when Twitter confuses him for Cowboys coach

The NFL agent, often mistaken for Mike McCarthy, has fun with misinformed fans -- especially during games.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30198505/mike-mccartney-gets-last-laugh-twitter-confuses-dallas-cowboys-coach

Will any fans be allowed in college basketball arenas in 2020-21?

Less than a month from the start of the 2020-21 college basketball season, many schools do not have firm plans in place to accommodate spectators in arenas.

source https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/30195676/will-fans-allowed-college-basketball-arenas-2020-21

How COVID-19 will impact NHL prospects in the 2020-21 season

Developing NHL prospects and scouting ahead of next year's draft will undoubtedly be difficult. How are teams -- and young players -- preparing for the challenges this year presents?

source https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/30203145/nhl-prospect-development-pandemic-covid-19-impact-2021-draft-scouting-pipeline-building

The oddest of World Series ends with the most 2020 moment of the season

Justin Turner's return to the field to celebrate with his Dodgers teammates after testing positive for COVID-19 was this bizarre baseball season -- and this year in America -- in a nutshell.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30202748/world-series-2020-oddest-world-series-ends-most-2020-moment-season

First Man United, then Arsenal: Wilfried Zaha's form could attract interest from the big clubs again

Zaha wanted out of Crystal Palace and signed a new agent to force a move to Arsenal. But now his best hope of leaving is to play well.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/crystal-palace/story/4219166/first-man-unitedthen-arsenal-zahas-form-could-attract-interest-from-the-big-clubs-again

Ralf Rangnick, the godfather of gegenpressing, on RB Leipzig's success

Jurgen Klopp, Thomas Tuchel and Julian Nagelsmann were all influenced or taught by Rangnick.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/german-bundesliga/story/4218884/ralf-rangnick-on-rb-leipzigs-success-and-being-the-godfather-of-gegenpressing

2020 champs! The best Dodgers team ever ends L.A.'s 32-year World Series drought

After a season like no other, the Dodgers' journey ended in Arlington, Texas, with a come-from-behind Game 6 victory over the Rays.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30202039/world-series-2020-champs-best-dodgers-team-ever-ends-la-32-year-title-drought

Dodgers ride bullpen to first WS title since 1988

The Dodgers rode their bullpen to a 3-1 win over the Rays in Tuesday's Game 6, giving them their first World Series championship since 1988 and first in three tries over the past four years.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30206597/bullpen-carries-los-angeles-dodgers-game-6-win-first-world-series-title-1988

L.A.'s Turner tests positive, pulled from Game 6

Dodgers 3B= Justin Turner tested positive for COVID-19 and was pulled from the team's Game 6 World Series-clinching win against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night in Arlington, Texas.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30206824/justin-turner-los-angeles-dodgers-pulled-world-series-positive-covid-19-test

Way-too-early 2021 MLB Power Rankings: What's next for Dodgers, Rays and all 30 teams

Sure, the 2020 season just ended. No, we haven't a clue how the offseason will play out. We're ranking all 30 MLB teams for next year anyway.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30151839/mlb-power-rankings-way-too-early-edition-how-dodgers-rays-all-30-teams-stack-2021

Lights-out Snell pulled in 6th; Dodgers take lead

Rays lefty Blake Snell, who was cruising through five innings, was pulled with one out and one on in the sixth, and the Dodgers capitalized by taking the lead.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30206300/tampa-bay-rays-blake-snell-pulled-6th-inning-los-angeles-dodgers-take-lead

FA Eric Reid: Declined Washington practice squad

With the loss of Landon Collins, the Washington Football Team offered a practice squad spot to free-agent safety Eric Reid, he told The Associated Press. But he declined, saying the practice squad wasn't "reflective or indicative of my career."

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30204486/free-agent-eric-reid-declined-washington-practice-squad-offer-wants-starter

Seriously, when will the Cowboys win again in 2020?

ESPN's Football Power Index has Dallas (2-5) on the outside looking in through nine more games.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/dallas/cowboys/post/_/id/4772406/seriously-when-will-the-dallas-cowboys-win-again-in-2020

Follow live: Dodgers eyeing first World Series title since 1988

Randy Arozarena's 10th home run of the postseason put Tampa Bay on the board.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/game?gameId=401246392

Betting battleground: The fight over where people bet in the future

Las Vegas has suffered through the pandemic, and increased competition, but Derek Stevens is betting big on Sin City and the future of sportsbooks.

source https://www.espn.com/chalk/story/_/id/30174901/fight-where-people-bet-future

Bethune-Cookman opts for no sports in 2020-21

Bethune-Cookman, which will move to the SWAC in 2021, has opted not to play sports in the spring, becoming the first known Division I institution to cancel sports for the entire school year.

source https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/30201226/bethune-cookman-opts-no-sports-2020-21-school-year

Can the Alabama offense thrive long term without Jaylen Waddle?

Jaylen Waddle's season-ending injury deprives Alabama of an NFL-caliber talent at receiver. Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide feel good about the next men up.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30196478/can-alabama-offense-thrive-long-term-jaylen-waddle

Heisman Watch: Justin Fields' return means Trevor Lawrence has competition

Fields returned to the tune of three total TDs, but so far the Heisman Trophy is Lawrence's for the taking.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/page/HeismanWatch201027/heisman-watch-justin-fields-return-means-trevor-lawrence-competition

Bucs' Antoine Winfield Jr. relies on Dad's FaceTime calls to help navigate NFL

There are lessons to be learned each week, but not always X's and O's. Winfield Sr., a 14-year NFL vet, has been his son's secret weapon all season.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30170615/bucs-antoine-winfield-jr-relies-dad-face-calls-help-navigate-nfl

Why Khabib Nurmagomedov is(n't) MMA's GOAT

Khabib's retirement sparked the GOAT debate, and two of ESPN's MMA insiders are coming down on opposite sides.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30198700/is-khabib-nurmagomedov-mma-greatest-all

COVID-19 and the financial impact on businesses closely associated with college football

Fewer fans, less spending. It's hardly a recipe for financial stability, as so many businesses with ties to college football are finding out.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30148284/covid-19-financial-impact-businesses-closely-associated-college-football

An ode to patriotism and protest from the 'Cuban Comet'

Carlos Alvarez dazzled a country that once rejected him with his stellar play. When that country is in crisis, Alvarez says there's no choice but to push for justice.

source https://www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/30196142/for-all-american-cuban-comet-patriotism-protest-one-same-just-50-years-ago

Fantasy intel for all 32 NFL teams ahead of Week 8

Mike Clay breaks down each NFL team with a key fantasy football fact to get you ahead of the curve for Week 8 and beyond.

source https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/id/30198174/fantasy-football-intel-all-32-nfl-teams-ahead-week-8

Fantasy fallout: How to sort out Steelers receivers? Who steps up in Cleveland?

Figuring out whom to rely on in Pittsburgh or in Cleveland without OBJ is tricky.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30198298/fantasy-fallout-how-sort-steelers-receivers-steps-cleveland

The American 2020-21 predictions: A Memphis rebound and Wichita State's dark cloud

As the countdown to the 2020-21 college basketball season continues, ESPN's conference predictions series begins with the AAC.

source https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/30167257/the-american-2020-21-predictions-memphis-rebound-wichita-state-dark-cloud

Real or not: Gervonta Davis will finish Leo Santa Cruz; Naoya Inoue will unify the bantamweight belts

ESPN's boxing experts discuss Davis' upcoming bout vs. Santa Cruz, the future of Inoue at 118 pounds and more.

source https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/30198507/real-not-gervonta-davis-finish-leo-santa-cruz-naoya-inoue-unify-bantamweight-belts

What the Rays and Dodgers need to do from here to win the World Series

After a day off before the final game -- or games -- we map out the path to victory for both teams.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30191084/world-series-2020-tampa-bay-rays-los-angeles-dodgers-need-do-here

World Series Daily: Dodgers eye first title in 32 years as Rays try to force Game 7

Tampa Bay starts Blake Snell as L.A. relies on its bullpen. Will the Commissioner's Trophy make an appearance?

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30196369/world-series-daily-los-angeles-dodgers-eye-first-title-32-years-tampa-bay-rays-try-force-game-7

Week 8 NFL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus players who need to step up

Jamal Adams needs to stay healthy, Kirk Cousins must cut down on interceptions and David Johnson needs to justify why the Texans traded for him.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30197682/nfl-power-rankings-week-8-1-32-poll-plus-players-need-step-2020

Inside minor hockey leagues' pandemic-season plans

With COVID-19 remaining a factor into 2021, how will minor league hockey adjust? We check in with top execs from the AHL, ECHL and SPHL.

source https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/30197904/inside-pandemic-season-plans-ahl-echl-sphl

49ers lose Samuel, Wilson for multiple weeks

Just as the 49ers' offense was rounding into form, the team has lost wide receiver Deebo Samuel (hamstring strain) and running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (high ankle sprain) for multiple weeks due to injury.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30199192/san-francisco-49ers-wr-deebo-samuel-rb-jeff-wilson-jr-multiple-weeks

Report: Backup for Badgers' Mertz also positive

Wisconsin might be down to its fourth-string quarterback after Chase Wolf tested positive for COVID-19, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30200062/report-chase-wolf-backup-wisconsin-badgers-qb-graha-mertz-tests-positive-covid-19

Retweet costs Kiffin $25K as SEC admits error

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin was fined $25,000 on Monday for retweeting a post that called SEC officiating a disgrace, the same day the SEC acknowledged it should have stopped play to review a fourth-quarter kickoff during Saturday's Auburn-Ole Miss game.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30199447/sec-acknowledges-replay-error-ole-miss-lane-kiffin-fined-25k-retweeting-officiating-critique

Cowboys DC feels heat after hot sauce mishap

Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Nolan's rough season took another bad turn Monday when he had to halt a call with reporters because he accidentally rubbed hot sauce in his eye.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30199388/cowboys-dc-mike-nolan-feels-heat-hot-sauce-mishap-conference-call

USMNT's Dest: I joined Barca to play the best

Sergino Dest says he made the jump from Ajax to Barcelona in order to play against the best in the world.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/barcelona/story/4218719/usmnts-sergino-dest-i-joined-barcelona-to-play-against-the-best

Gase backs Darnold after QB's clunker vs. Bills

Adam Gase gave struggling quarterback Sam Darnold a pep talk and a vote of confidence after he posted one of the worst statistical games of his career in Sunday's loss to the Bills.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30198450/struggling-new-york-jets-qb-sam-darnold-gets-pep-talk-adam-gase

McCaffrey returns to practice field; status still iffy

Christian McCaffrey returned to the practice field Monday for the first time in five weeks.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30198739/panthers-rb-christian-mccaffrey-back-practice-field-status-thursday-game-vs-falcons-uncertain

What separates star defenders Aaron Donald of Rams and Khalil Mack of Bears? Production

Since their monster 2018 seasons, Mack and Donald's performances have differed. What happened?

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30161496/what-separates-star-defenders-aaron-donald-rams-khalil-mack-bears-production

Rams' Jalen Ramsey steps up for Nashville charter school

With a $1 million donation and continued support, Ramsey has become a hero at Purpose Prep Academy.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30176090/way-more-important-play-make-rams-jalen-ramsey-steps-nashville-charter-school

Overreactions: Should Mike McCarthy be on the hot seat? What about Cam Newton?

The Cowboys got blown out -- again. Cam Newton had another rough day. Tom Brady looked great without Antonio Brown. Let's overreact to Week 7.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30191216/judging-week-7-nfl-overreactions-mike-mccarthy-hot-seat-cam-newton-benched

Hamilton's future comes more into focus after record win

Mercedes Formula One boss Toto Wolff jokingly suggested he would have to sell the factory to keep Lewis Hamilton after the Briton's record 92nd career win in Portugal on Sunday.

source https://www.espn.com/f1/story/_/id/30195134/hamilton-future-comes-more-focus-record-win

Dodgers fans have taken over 'neutral' site with L.A. one win from a World Series title

Deep in the heart of Texas, Globe Life Field has become the Dodgers' home away from home.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30192613/world-series-2020-dodgers-fans-taken-neutral-site-la-one-win-title

Passan: Clayton Kershaw repairs his playoff legacy with Game 5 win

After years of October frustration, the L.A. ace got to walk off the field with an ovation and with a lead.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30194153/world-series-2020-clayton-kershaw-repairs-playoff-legacy-game-5-win

Bucs look more like legit contenders each week

The Bucs took care of business behind Tom Brady's five-TD day but will have a growing target on their backs.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/tampa-bay-buccaneers/post/_/id/24175/bucs-beat-raiders-by-25-and-look-more-like-legit-contenders-each-week

Rams out to prove Week 6 clunker was a fluke versus Bears

The offense, which entered Week 6 averaging 27.2 points per game, must return to establishing its dominance.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-rams/post/_/id/42155/rams-out-to-prove-week-6-was-a-fluke-versus-bears

Cards knock off unbeaten Seahawks in wild OT

Cardinals rookie linebacker Isaiah Simmons intercepted Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson late in overtime, setting the stage for a winning field goal by Zane Gonzalez that capped a wild Sunday night matchup between Arizona and Seattle.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30194267/arizona-cardinals-win-ot-field-goal-knock-seattle-seahawks-ranks-unbeaten

Dodgers snap back vs. Rays, now a win away from winning World Series

With Clayton Kershaw on the mound, the Dodgers shrugged off a tough loss to near their first title since 1988.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30191047/world-series-2020-dodgers-snap-back-vs-rays-game-5-now-win-away-title

Kershaw pitches Dodgers to brink of World Series

Clayton Kershaw's plenty-solid Game 5 win over the Rays, on the heels of the Dodgers' brutal Game 4 loss a day earlier, gave the Dodgers a 3-2 advantage in the series and put them one victory shy of their first championship since 1988.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30194180/clayton-kershaw-beats-tampa-bay-rays-again-los-angeles-dodgers-move-one-win-away-series

Seahawks' DK Metcalf runs down Cardinals' Budda Baker, prevents pick-six

Metcalf reached speeds greater than 22 mph to track down Baker from behind, a play that would loom large after the Cardinals' offense failed to score.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30193361/seahawks-dk-metcalf-runs-cardinals-budda-baker-prevents-pick-six

Bucs' Arians believes Antonio Brown has 'matured'

Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians said Sunday that he believes Antonio Brown has "matured," and that the decision to sign the embattled receiver didn't come at the urging of quarterback Tom Brady.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30193469/tampa-bay-buccaneers-coach-bruce-arians-bringing-antonio-brown-think-matured

So many questions still unanswered with the Masters coming soon

It's two weeks away. Patrick Cantlay is clearly ready. But Tiger and Phil? Who knows. Augusta National in November? We'll see. The Zozo Championship offered some insight, but there's still so much left unanswered.

source https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/30193116/so-many-questions-unanswered-masters-coming-soon

DeAndre Hopkins shows great hands, fancy footwork to put Cardinals on the board

DeAndre Hopkins reached into his bag of tricks, victimizing Quinton Dunbar to get the Cardinals going.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30193115/deandre-hopkins-shows-great-hands-fancy-footwork-put-cardinals-board

Cantlay rallies past Rahm, Thomas for Zozo title

Patrick Cantlay closed with a 7-under 65, rallying from four shots behind, to beat Jon Rahm and Justin Thomas Sunday in the Zozo Championship.

source https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/30192960/patrick-cantlay-rallies-beat-jon-rahm-justin-thomas-zozo-championship

Arsenal slips into bad, old habits in loss to Leicester

Arsenal have made great strides under Mikel Arteta, but Sunday's 1-0 defeat vs. Leicester was a flashback to all of the Gunners' worst qualities.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/english-premier-league/story/4217918/lacazettes-poor-game-underlines-arsenals-issues-during-artetas-rebuild

Follow live: Kershaw, Dodgers face Rays in pivotal Game 5 with series tied

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Follow live: Wilson, Seahawks look to stay undefeated with visit to Cardinals

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Gurley 'mad as hell' as TD leads to Falcons loss

Falcons running back Todd Gurley lamented his late touchdown that gave the Lions enough time to drive down the field and rally to beat Atlanta on Sunday.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30192133/atlanta-falcons-rb-todd-gurley-mad-hell-td-leads-loss-detroit-lions

Reports: Wisconsin's Mertz tests positive for virus

Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz, who had a record-setting first career start Friday, tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend, according to multiple reports, and will take a PCR test to confirm the result.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30192331/wisconsin-qb-graham-mertz-awaiting-confirmation-positive-covid-19-test-per-reports

Highs and lows from Week 7: Burrow, Higgins forming something special

Impressive games from Joe Burrow and Tee Higgins and Davante Adams' career-best performance highlight the Week 7 fantasy football takeaways from Matt Bowen and Tristan H. Cockcroft.

source https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/id/30191249/fantasy-football-highs-lows-nfl-week-7-burrow-higgins-forming-special

Washington's Kyle Allen connects with Terry McLaurin for 52-yard TD

The big play extended Washington's lead over the struggling Cowboys to 15-3 in the second quarter.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30149572/washington-kyle-allen-connects-terry-mclaurin-52-yard-td

Follow live: Steelers, Titans square off in undefeated showdown

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Projecting every bowl game, including the College Football Playoff

Clemson, Alabama and Ohio State rolled to wins. Penn State fell short. How did this shake things up?

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30187080/college-football-bowl-projections-week-8

Friday The 13th cleats, a John Cena homage and more: The best of Week 7 arrivals

We got our first taste of Halloween looks on Sunday, as well as a glimpse of family time for the Saints' Cam Jordan. Here's the best of Week 7's pregame entrances.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30188196/nfl-week-7-arrivals-best-entrances-outfits-cleats-more

Hamilton moves past Schumacher with 92nd win

Lewis Hamilton claimed a record 92nd Formula One victory at the Portuguese Grand Prix, moving him clear of Michael Schumacher for the most wins in the sport's history.

source https://www.espn.com/f1/story/_/id/30187515/hamilton-moves-schumacher-92nd-win

Source: AB's deal with Bucs maxes out at $2.5M

Wide receiver Antonio Brown can make up to $2.5 million with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Sunday.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30187723/source-antonio-brown-deal-tampa-bay-buccaneers-maxes-25-million

Sources: Thomas in jeopardy of missing Week 8

Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas, who is out Sunday against Carolina, also could miss New Orleans' Week 8 game against Chicago, league sources told ESPN.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30184561/sources-new-orleans-saints-wr-michael-thomas-hamstring-jeopardy-missing-week-8-game-vs-bears

Game 4 delivered 4 hours and 10 minutes of baseball bliss

Saturday had it all, including a taste of baseball straight from a sandlot daydream.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30186212/world-series-2020-rays-revel-dodgers-despair-game-4-delivers-baseball-bliss

NFL fines Titans $350K for COVID-19 violations

The Titans, who had a COVID-19 outbreak recently in which 24 players and team personnel tested positive, were fined $350,000 by the NFL for COVID-19 violations, the league announced Sunday.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30187454/nfl-fines-tennessee-titans-350k-covid-19-violations

Breaking down the unbeatens, from Bama and Clemson to Coastal Carolina

Clemson, Alabama, Notre Dame and Oklahoma State are humming along, and the Big Ten has joined the party in search of a College Football Playoff semifinal spot.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30184109/college-football-playoff-takeaways-power-5-best-battling-stay-unbeaten-big-ten-back-big-way

Fantasy football rankings: NFL Week 7

Our fantasy football experts provide Week 7 individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and non-PPR formats.

source https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/id/29838017/fantasy-football-rankings-nfl-week-7

Inactives watch: Who's in and who's out?

Updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.

source https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/page/inactives201025/nfl-week-7-fantasy-football-inactives-watch-out

Clayton Kershaw's real postseason problem? The second start of a series

The future Hall of Famer faces a crucial Game 5 assignment pitching not just against the Rays but also his legacy of October struggles.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30184265/world-series-2020-why-second-start-series-clayton-kershaw-real-postseason-problem

World Series Daily: Can Rays seize series lead over Dodgers in Game 5?

After evening the series, Tampa Bay will try to follow on its Game 4 comeback while facing Kershaw.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30182624/world-series-daily-rays-seize-series-lead-dodgers-game-5

Rays win instant classic Game 4 with walk-off rally

Seesaw scoring, bruised bullpens and lots of drama: T.B. tied the series on Randy Arozarena's stumble home.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30182598/world-series-2020-rays-win-instant-classic-game-4-walk-rally

Rays stun Dodgers on dramatic finish at plate

In one of the wildest finishes in World Series history, the Rays capitalized on a disastrous error and rallied for an 8-7 win over the Dodgers to even the World Series at 2-2.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30185834/tampa-bay-rays-stun-dodgers-game-4-dramatic-finish-plate

Indiana brings the chaos, Justin Fields brings his A-game, and more from Week 8

Does the college football universe really care who wins a Big Ten game? Why yes, yes, it does. From Indiana's oh-so-close score to upset Penn State to Justin Fields and Ohio State making their playoff case, let's enjoy this latest moment in 2020 time.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/page/gamedayfinal201024/indiana-brings-chaos-justin-fields-brings-game-more-week-8

College Football Playoff picks after Week 8

Notre Dame makes its true presence felt, while Alabama, Clemson and Ohio State are all unanimous picks.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/page/playoffpredictions102420/college-football-playoff-picks-week-8

UT players on field for 'Eyes of Texas' after win

Texas players stood on the field together for the playing of "The Eyes of Texas" after Saturday's win over Baylor, after weeks of controversy over the song's ties to racist elements in school history.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30184792/texas-players-stay-field-eyes-texas-win-baylor

Big names at the top -- and bottom -- of the Zozo Championship leaderboard

Justin Thomas and Jon Rahm will chasing the win. But Sunday will also see Tiger and Phil together ... though way, way, way off the lead.

source https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/30184837/big-names-top-bottom-zozo-championship-leaderboard

A dominant performance, a tearful goodbye and a legacy of greatness

Khabib Nurmagomedov ended his career on his own terms, fulfilling a promise to his mother.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30177621/ufc-254-dominant-performance-tearful-goodbye-legacy-greatness-khabib

Indiana finds way to win in wild finish vs. PSU

Indiana scored its first win over a top-10 opponent in 33 years with a wild sequence that began with letting Penn State score and ended with a controversial two-point conversion in overtime.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30184554/indiana-hoosiers-take-no-7-penn-state-nittany-lions-wild-finish

Follow live: Dodgers look to keep offense going vs. Rays in Game 4

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Vettel admits Leclerc in 'another class' during qualifying

Sebastian Vettel had no explanation to the massive gap to Charles Leclerc in qualifying for the Portuguese Grand Prix other than his Ferrari teammate performing on a different level.

source https://www.espn.com/f1/story/_/id/30181492/vettel-admits-leclerc-another-class-portuguese-gp

Fury plans Dec. 5 fight in London; Wilder unlikely

Tyson Fury announced Saturday that he'll fight in London on Dec. 5, but the WBO world heavyweight champion did not reveal who he will be fighting.

source https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/30181285/tyson-fury-plans-dec-5-fight-london-deontay-wilder-unlikely

Bettor wagers $8.6K to win $8.60 on Clemson

FanDuel says a bettor has placed an $8,600 money-line bet on Clemson to beat Syracuse at -100,000 odds. If the Tigers prevail, the bettor will add $8.60 to his bankroll.

source https://www.espn.com/chalk/story/_/id/30176217/bettor-places-86k-bet-win-860-clemson-tigers-beat-syracuse-orange

Follow live: Ohio State opens Big Ten season vs. Nebraska

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Cuse WR Harris out week after obscene gesture

Syracuse receiver Taj Harris will not play against Clemson after not making the trip for the game.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30180653/syracuse-orange-wr-taj-harris-not-playing-week-making-obscene-hand-gesture

Clemson without DT Davis, LB Skalski vs. Cuse

Clemson will be without two starters on defense Saturday against Syracuse, as the school announced both defensive tackle Tyler Davis and linebacker James Skalski are unavailable.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30180186/clemson-tigers-dt-tyler-davis-lb-james-skalski-vs-syracuse-orange

DAMWON get revenge on G2 en route to worlds final

DAMWON Gaming will try to bring the Summoner's Cup back to South Korea for the first time since 2017.

source https://www.espn.com/esports/story/_/id/30119447/2020-league-legends-world-championship-bracket-stage-recaps-stats-more

A pair of unbeatens in the Group of 5 face off, plus what to expect in the Big Ten's return

Yes, the Big Ten is back. But two of the nine remaining undefeated teams in the FBS -- No. 9 Cincinnati and No. 16 SMU -- face off this weekend, too.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/page/gamedaykickoff201022/cincinnati-faces-smu-2020-best-group-5-battle-big-ten-back-college-football-week-8

What if Jon Gruden had never been traded by the Raiders to the Buccaneers?

The dealing of Gruden to the Bucs after the 2001 season is something the Raiders have been trying to correct for nearly two decades.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/las-vegas-raiders/post/_/id/24939/what-if-jon-gruden-had-never-been-traded-by-the-raiders-to-the-buccaneers

JuJu Smith-Schuster relishes role as Steelers' No. 1 hype man

Smith-Schuster is energizing teammates and choreographing TD celebrations.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/pittsburgh-steelers/post/_/id/32217/juju-smith-schuster-relishes-role-as-steelers-no-1-hype-man

The Rays are down only 2-1 in this World Series. Here's why it feels a whole lot worse

With their bats quiet and two tough Dodgers left-handers up next, the Rays' window to win this Fall Classic is closing quickly.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30176094/world-series-2020-tampa-bay-rays-only-2-1-here-why-feels-whole-lot-worse

World Series Daily: Will Julio Urias, Dodgers push Rays to brink in Game 4?

Tampa Bay's lineup is scrambling for solutions. Here's what you need to know about Game 4.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30173682/world-series-daily-julio-urias-dodgers-push-rays-brink-game-4

Man United, Arsenal, Juventus, Real, Bayern get Adidas kit makeover via Pharrell

Adidas have produced a very special array of custom hand-painted jerseys for a selection of the world's top football clubs.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/blog-the-toe-poke/story/4215913/man-unitedarsenaljuventusrealbayern-get-adidas-kit-makeover-via-pharrell

Passan: Game 3 win proof Walker Buehler is baseball's reigning October ace

A 10-strikeout victory was the latest demonstration of why L.A.'s ace is who you want starting must-win matchups.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30177548/world-series-2020-game-3-win-proof-walker-buehler-baseball-reigning-october-ace

QB Mertz rewrites Badgers' record book in debut

Graham Mertz, a redshirt freshman named the starter after Jack Coan was injured in practice, broke the Wisconsin program record for completion percentage in a 45-7 win over Illinois.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30177458/wisconsin-graham-mertz-goes-20-21-set-school-record

'Chocolatito' Gonzalez-'El Gallo' Estrada rematch has the potential to be another classic battle

Junior bantamweight world titleholders Roman Gonzalez and Juan Francisco Estrada could be headed for a rematch to remember.

source https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/30176803/chocolatito-gonzalez-el-gallo-estrada-rematch-potential-another-classic-battle

Small-ball for the win! How Dodgers' surprise scoring backed Buehler in Game 3

L.A.'s relentless offense stole bases, bashed homers and scored on a squeeze to beat the Rays.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30173602/dodgers-small-ball-attack-buehler-gem-give-los-angeles-2-1-world-series-lead

Dodgers' Buehler pins 10 K's on Rays in MLB first

Walker Buehler became the first pitcher in World Series history to record double-digit strikeouts in six innings, and the Dodgers overwhelmed Tampa Bay to pull within two of their first championship since 1988.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30177140/los-angeles-dodgers-walker-buehler-first-10-k-6-innings-world-series

Saban: Offense, not defense, now wins games

Even though he doesn't like it, Alabama Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban conceded Friday that a good defense no longer regularly beats a good offense in the college football ranks.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30177093/alabama-crimson-tide-nick-saban-concedes-defense-no-longer-key-victory

Tony Finau's health and game are doing well after his recovery from COVID-19

Tony Finau feels better, and he is thankful for that. With his health and his game improving, he has his eyes set on the Masters.

source https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/30176366/tony-finau-health-game-doing-well-hard-bout-covid-19

High-flying Leeds, Aston Villa suggest this Premier League title race could be the best one ever

With teams like Leeds, Aston Villa, and Everton storming back from their faded glory days, this could be most unpredictable Premier League race yet.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/english-premier-league/story/4215851/high-flying-leedsvilla-suggest-this-premier-league-title-race-could-be-the-best-one-ever

Bucs adding Antonio Brown all about maximizing Tom Brady's window

Signing Brown is risky, but the person who can make it work is Brady, who lobbied to add the receiver.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30176319/bucs-adding-antonio-brown-all-maximizing-tom-brady-window

Follow live; Dodgers, Rays meet in pivotal Game 3

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How this Special Olympics athlete drew the EPL's attention

Niall Guite set out to draw 26 football stadiums to raise money for Special Olympics, but no one could have guessed where it would lead him.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/manchester-city/story/4209698/how-special-olympics-athlete-niall-guite-drew-the-attention-of-manchester-city-and-beyond

What are the odds the Big Ten sends multiple schools to the College Football Playoff?

How likely is it that two or more Big Ten teams land in the College Football Playoff? More likely than you think, at least compared to the rest of the Power 5 conferences this season.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/page/weeklyscenario102320/what-odds-big-ten-sends-multiple-schools-college-football-playoff

World Series Daily: Ice water in their veins! Rays' Morton battles Dodgers' Buehler in pivotal Game 3

After a rare day off, the Dodgers and Rays return with a pair of big-game pitchers. Here's what you need to know with the World Series even at 1.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30162858/world-series-daily-tampa-bay-rays-charlie-morton-battles-los-angeles-dodgers-walker-buehler-pivotal-game-3

UFC 254 viewers guide: Khabib gets the challenger he wants in 'high-level' Gaethje

Khabib Nurmagomedov puts his lightweight championship and undefeated record on the line against Justin Gaethje in the main event of UFC 254 on Saturday.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30147348/ufc-254-viewers-guide-khabib-nurmagomedov-sees-challenge-high-level-justin-gaethje

Guide to every Week 7 NFL game: Picks, matchup nuggets, more

What to watch for in every game. Bold predictions. Fantasy advice. Key stats to know. And, of course, score predictions. It's all here for Week 7.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/page/viewersguide10232020/nfl-week-7-game-picks-schedule-guide-fantasy-football-tips-odds-injuries-more

How valuable is Mookie Betts? 25 ways he has helped the Dodgers win

L.A. knew it was getting an MVP when it acquired the superstar outfielder. But some of what Mookie does best goes well beyond what shows up on the back of his baseball card.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30169413/world-series-2020-how-valuable-mookie-betts-25-ways-helped-los-angeles-dodgers-win

Best and worst cases for the Warriors, Knicks and the teams we haven't seen since March

What do success and failure look like next season for the eight teams that didn't reach the NBA bubble?

source https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/30169274/best-worst-cases-warriors-knicks-teams-seen-march

How Penn State can make the leap to elite, and more Week 8 thoughts

What separates college football's current ruling class from the Penn States of the world? We crunch the numbers.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30166732/how-penn-state-make-leap-elite-more-week-8-thoughts

Could the Browns and Jets move on from their quarterbacks? A May deadline looms

Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold have struggled to find consistency. Here's why the new CBA makes their teams' looming decisions tougher.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30170065/could-browns-jets-move-baker-mayfield-sam-darnold-fifth-year-option-deadline-looms

Can the NFL avoid a COVID-19 'forest fire'? What we learned from the Titans' outbreak

In the wake of the Titans' COVID-19 outbreak and resulting fines, the NFL must be nearly perfect in following protocol as the coronavirus pandemic worsens around the country.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30162529/can-nfl-avoid-covid-19-forest-fire-titans-outbreak-showed-thin-margin-error

Pogba's United future: No Sanchez-style pay bump

Paul Pogba's Man United future is the subject of this week's ESPN's Insider Notebook. PLUS: Axel Tuanzebe is captain material.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/4214734/pogbas-man-united-contract-talks-no-alexis-sanchez-style-pay-bump-as-madridjuve-watch-on

Pele's 80th birthday: Mere numbers can't do the Brazil football icon's genius justice

Pele's 80th birthday is a landmark and an opportunity for footballers to dwell on the fact that they are standing on the shoulders of a giant.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/brazil-bra/story/4214733/peles-80th-birthday-mere-numbers-cant-do-the-brazil-icons-genius-justice

Khabib-Gaethje official as both hit 155-lb. limit

Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje both made weight Friday for their UFC lightweight title unification bout, with each fighter weighing right at the 155-pound limit.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30171460/khabib-nurmagomedov-justin-gaethje-make-weight-title-bout-ufc-254

Report: USC bans WR amid possible fraud probe

USC sophomore wide receiver Munir McClain has been suspended since mid-September, his mother told the Los Angeles Times, in connection to a possible federal investigation into fraud related to the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30171436/trojans-wr-munir-mcclain-suspended-amid-possible-fraud-probe

Wentz rallies Eagles past Giants in final minute

Carson Wentz led a pair of fourth-quarter touchdown drives to carry the Philadelphia Eagles past the New York Giants on Thursday night, giving the Eagles an eight-game winning streak over their NFC East rivals.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30171223/carson-wentz-leads-philadelphia-eagles-late-game-surge-beat-new-york-giants

Follow live: Wentz guides Eagles to second TD of game

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Big Ten: Any COVID cancellations a 'no contest'

If the Big Ten is forced to cancel any football games due to COVID-19 testing positivity rates within a team, the game will be deemed a "no contest," the conference announced on Thursday.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30170135/big-ten-deem-football-game-canceled-covid-19-no-contest

Daniel Jones drops 39-yard TD to Golden Tate to put Giants on scoreboard

New York's quarterback throws for more than 30 air yards and into a tight window to get his veteran receiver his first TD of the season.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30170337/daniel-jones-drops-39-yard-td-golden-tate-put-giants-scoreboard

Wilson: AB has taken right steps, 'been humbled'

Russell Wilson says Antonio Brown deserves another chance to play in the NFL.The Seattle Seahawks quarterback is still hoping it's with his team.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30170421/seattle-seahawks-russell-wilson-says-humbled-antonio-brown-deserves-another-chance

Free agency and trades: Latest buzz, news and reports

NBA trade season and free agency are nearly upon us. Keep it here for the latest news and updates all offseason long.

source https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/30162802/2020-nba-free-agency-trades-latest-buzz-news-reports

Follow live: Wentz; Eagles seek home win against Giants

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Clark commits to Kentucky over UNC, 2 others

No. 19-ranked Skyy Clark became the third top-20 junior to announce his commitment, choosing Kentucky over North Carolina, UCLA and Memphis.Clark .

source https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/30170244/no-19-recruit-skyy-clark-commits-kentucky-unc-ucla-memphis

Tiger Woods knew his game wasn't ready, then proved it

He hinted that there was still plenty of work to be done before his Masters title defense in a few weeks. All an opening-round 76 at the Zozo Championship did was illustrate he was right all along.

source https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/30170230/tiger-woods-knew-game-ready-proved-it

Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger, Titans' Ryan Tannehill silence doubters by winning

Last October, Tannehill and Roethlisberger faced uncertain futures. One year later, each has dispelled any doubt the days ahead are still bright.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30162871/steelers-ben-roethlisberger-titans-ryan-tannehill-silence-doubters-winning

How did figure skaters prepared for Skate America during a pandemic? It wasn't easy

In the first major event in a truncated international figure skating season, skaters had to be creative -- oh, and their Screen Time increased, exponentially

source https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/30154650/how-did-pairs-ice-dancers-prepare-skate-america-pandemic-easy

Barcelona and Real Madrid have their issues, but who needs to win El Clasico more?

Real Madrid and Barcelona have both struggled this season, but with El Clasico looming this weekend, who wants to win more?

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/spanish-primera-division/story/4214648/barcelona-and-real-madrid-have-their-issuesbut-who-needs-to-win-el-clasico-more

Doc Emrick's influence on the NHL's next generation of voices

The iconic broadcaster retired this week, but his influence lives on in a generation of young hockey commentators.

source https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/30164458/doc-emrick-influence-nhl-next-generation-voices

Daniel Cormier: This is the Khabib Nurmagomedov I know

Cormier recalls Khabib evolving from a humble young man to a star proud to have floored Conor McGregor and wanting to fight GSP.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/30163788/ufc-254-daniel-cormier-khabib-nurmagomedov-know

Bama, Bear Bryant and a trainer's bet: Why the Alabama-Tennessee cigar tradition means so much

Late Alabama trainer Jim Goostree invented the Alabama-Tennessee cigar tradition, and his wider influence on Bear Bryant's entire program is only beginning to come to light.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30162436/bama-bear-bryant-trainer-bet-why-alabama-tennessee-cigar-tradition-means-much

How former NBA star Nate Robinson ended up boxing on Mike Tyson's undercard

The NBA's lone three-time Slam Dunk Contest champion Nate Robinson is lacing up a different type of shoe in 2020 as he prepares for his boxing debut.

source https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/30162433/how-former-nba-star-nate-robinson-ended-boxing-mike-tyson-undercard

A pair of unbeatens in the Group of 5 face off, plus what to expect in the Big Ten's return

Yes, the Big Ten is back. But two of the nine remaining undefeated teams in the FBS -- No. 9 Cincinnati and No. 16 SMU -- face off this weekend, too.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/page/gamedaykickoff201022/cincinnati-faces-smu-2020-best-group-5-battle-big-ten-back-college-football-week-8

Can Joe Milton put a stop to Michigan's quarterback carousel?

Through five years at Michigan, Jim Harbaugh has never opened a season with a QB he recruited under center. Joe Milton could be the first.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30101840/can-joe-milton-put-stop-michigan-quarterback-carousel

Week 7 Love/Hate: Matthew Berry's best advice on finding a job

Matthew Berry lists his favorites for each position, but he begins by offering his advice on getting started on a new career or your first job.

source https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/page/TMRlovehate201022/fantasy-football-week-7-picks-sleepers-busts-rankings-matthew-berry-loves-hates-qbs-rbs-wrs-tes

2020 NBA free agency and trades: Latest buzz, news and reports

NBA trade season and free agency are nearly upon us. Keep it here for the latest news and updates all offseason long.

source https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/30162802/2020-nba-free-agency-trades-latest-buzz-news-reports

World Series 'travel day' roundtable: Everything we learned in Games 1 and 2

The series is staying in Arlington, but the Dodgers and Rays have 24 hours to catch their breath. We answer the biggest questions so far this Fall Classic.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30162943/world-series-2020-travel-day-roundtable-everything-learned-games-1-2

NFC East doormat: Giants trying to shed ugly label vs. Eagles

New York has not beaten Philadelphia or Dallas since 2016, a streak former Giants say must end.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/new-york/giants/post/_/id/61474/nfc-east-doormat-giants-trying-to-shed-ugly-label-vs-eagles

A four-win NFC East champ? How it could happen, plus predictions from our staff

ESPN reporters take a swing at predicting how the season will play out for their teams.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30156724/how-bad-nfc-east-fpi-says-produce-four-win-playoff-team

Eagles fan Giovanni Hamilton going viral for all the right reasons

Through the kindness of his gestures, his endurance through surgeries and his celebrity-packed podcast, the 13-year-old is changing the reputation of Philly fans.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30160668/philadelphia-eagles-fan-giovanni-hamilton-going-viral-all-right-reasons

What happened to the Cowboys, Vikings and Texans? Barnwell ranks the NFL's contender busts

Through Week 6, a few playoff favorites have already cut themselves out of the postseason picture. Can their seasons be saved?

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30164280/nfl-playoff-fallers-2020-ranking-biggest-busts-including-cowboys-vikings-texans

Ronaldo adds shaved head to the many phases of his hair

As Cristiano Ronaldo unveiled a new hairstyle this week, here's a look back at some of those he has exhibited over the years, for better or worse.

source https://www.espn.com/soccer/blog-the-toe-poke/story/4102065/cristiano-ronaldo-adds-shaved-head-to-topknotbraids-and-highlights-in-the-many-phases-of-his-hair

How Brandon Lowe got his swing straightened out at exactly the right time

Tampa Bay's best hitter has been a mess most of the postseason, but getting in touch with his personal hitting coach changed everything.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30165527/world-series-2020-how-brandon-lowe-got-swing-straightened-exactly-right

Will Dodgers be OK if Dustin May, Tony Gonsolin don't contribute more?

The young pitchers have struggled with their new roles, which could be an issue if others don't pick up the slack.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30165580/world-series-2020-dodgers-ok-dustin-tony-gonsolin-contribute-more

Lowe busts out with 2 HRs as Rays even up WS

Brandon Lowe became the first player to hit two opposite-field homers in a World Series game, and the Rays' bullpen held on for a 6-4 win in Game 2.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30165262/tampa-bay-rays-brandon-lowe-homers-twice-game-2-win-los-angeles-dodgers

Follow live: Bellinger, Dodgers seek 2-0 series lead

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Wait, is LeBron James now a Dodgers fan?

The Lakers star often called himself a Yankees fan, even rooting against his hometown Indians. But then the Indians were in the World Series and LeBron was there for them. Is he now wearing Dodger blue?

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30161987/lebron-james-noted-new-york-yankees-fan-rooting-los-angeles-dodgers-world-series

World Series' Game 1 draws record-low viewers

The opener received a 5.1 rating and was seen by an average of 9,195,000 viewers, according to Nielsen.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/30164121/los-angeles-dodgers-game-1-win-world-series-draws-record-low-viewers

The top women's college basketball prospects in the Classes of 2022, '23 and '24

Who are the top junior, sophomore and freshman recruits we should start paying attention to?

source https://www.espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/30061935/the-top-women-college-basketball-prospects-classes-2022-23-24

Pound-for-pound: Teofimo Lopez Jr. turns rankings upside down

Teofimo Lopez Jr.'s impressive victory over Vasiliy Lomachenko means we have a new No. 1 and a young, exciting fighter making his debut in the top five.

source https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/30153955/pound-pound-teofimo-lopez-jr-turns-rankings-upside-down

Flores on QB swap: Move to Tua is best for Fins

Dolphins coach Brian Flores says he thinks it best to move to start QB Tua Tagovailoa. "He's gotten more comfortable," Flores said of the rookie. "We're comfortable and confident that he'll be able to competitive in those games when that time comes."

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30160571/miami-dolphins-coach-brian-flores-says-starting-tua-tagovailoa-best-team

Big Ten East season preview

Who can take down Ohio State? That is the pressing question in our Big Ten East preview.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30149308/big-ten-east-college-football-season-preview

There will never be another Eddie Van Halen, but we push on in this week's Bottom 10

Our Ryan McGee has had Eddie Van Halen's guitar solos on repeat the past few weeks, but he doesn't want you to confuse the musician's mastery with the 10 teams that make our latest Bottom 10 list.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30155963/there-never-another-eddie-van-halen-push-week-bottom-10

After coronavirus diagnosis, Stephen F. Austin coach calls on dad to ditch farm for football field

When Colby Carthel couldn't be on the sideline for his team's upcoming game, he turned to his father, Don.

source https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/30156537/after-coronavirus-diagnosis-stephen-f-austin-coach-calls-dad-ditch-farm-football-field