Mark Pope ditched the analytics, and it may have saved Kentucky Basketball’s season
Known for trusting analytics and deep rotations, Mark Pope shrunk Kentucky’s minutes vs. Indiana. It was a game-changer.
Three things you might have missed from Alaves 1-2 Real Madrid
For the first time in weeks, Real Madrid can afford a brief exhale. Their narrow 2-1 win over Alaves has stopped the bleeding and, at least for now, keeps them firmly in the La Liga title race. More...
Charles Leclerc details "very special" Antarctica trip ahead of 2026 F1 prep
Charles Leclerc has detailed his upcoming trip to Antarctica with his fiancée, Alexandra Saint Mleux
Lindsey Vonn likely to push back retirement following winning start to Olympic season at age 41
Well, Lindsey Vonn’s return to downhill racing on her titanium knee doesn’t seem so crazy now. Not after she dominated the opening speed weekend of the Olympic season, won the first downhill by a huge margin and gained more points than any other skier over three days of World Cup racing. “All the people that didn’t believe in me, I have to thank …
Chris Jones was stunned to find out Chiefs were eliminated from playoff contention
The All-Pro defensive tackle didn't realize the Chiefs had been eliminated from playoff contention
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Florida football high school: Our all-state championship team
USA TODAY put together a team of the top performers from the Class 7A-1A state championship football games in Miami.
Updated ESPN FPI prediction for Texas A&M vs. Miami in the CFP
Texas A&M remains a slight 54% favorites to defeat Miami in the first round of the College Football Playoff.
Roma Strike Out in First Attempt to Snap Up Zirkzee
Roma tried to get an early lead in the race to sign Joshua Zirkzee, but Manchester United have no urgency in that regard. Plus, their valuation of the player is robust even though he has struggled for...
Georgia football offers 4-star Michigan State WR commit
The Georgia Bulldogs offered four-star wide receiver Samson Gash, who is one of the few elite, unsigned recruits left
NBA power rankings: Spurs surge after Thunder takedown in NBA Cup
The San Antonio Spurs toppled the defending league champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup, and surge in the power rankings as a result.
NFL Week 15 winners and losers: Mahomes' injury should force change
The Chiefs tried to recapture their previous Super Bowl form, but Patrick Mahomes' injury shows Kansas City needs to reinvent rather than replicate.
De'Von Achane gets injury update ahead of Week 15 game vs. Steelers
Dolphins RB De'Von Achane received an important injury update ahead of Monday Night Football against the Steelers.
Barcelona suffer fresh concern as superstar forward ruled out of Copa del Rey opener
Barcelona’s preparations for the Copa del Rey opener have been dealt a notable setback, with fresh concerns emerging around Robert Lewandowski’s fitness. According to an update shared by Alfredo ...
Everton want KRC Genk attacker Zakaria El Ouahdi
Everton want to sign KRC Genk attacker Zakaria El Ouahdi and have made enquiries, according to Sky Sports Switzerland journalist Sacha Tavolieri. Everton manager David Moyes could do with reinforcemen...
Luther Burden’s career day interrupted by injury
The Morning Commute for Monday, December 15, 2025.
New Zips AD Andrew T. Goodrich discovers his deep ties to Akron
Farm life shaped Andrew T. Goodrich during his journey to the University of Akron. Learn more in our Q&A with the Zips athletic director.
Fan of the Year uses Packers games to teach first-grade students
Students get upset if they think teacher Ashley Christensen forgot to talk about latest Packers game. She's the team nominee for NFL Fan of the Year.
Why Predators' lease proposal has Sportsplex youth hockey programs nervous
The Nashville Predators have assured programs at Centennial Sportsplex. But is it enough to alleviate concerns, especially for youth hockey?
Which Titans coaching search candidates from Andy Reid tree make sense?
As the Tennessee Titans prepare for a matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, which coaching search candidates from Andy Reid's tree make sense?