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Mark Gronowski, Iowa aim to ignite offense vs. UMass
Iowa and UMass each will try to rebound from close losses last week when they meet Saturday night in Iowa City, Iowa., ,Iowa (1-1) dropped a 16-13 decision to then-No. 16 Iowa State on Saturday after the Cyclones made a 54-yard field goal with 1:52 to play.,UMass (0-2) is coming off a 27-26 loss to ...
Former NBA player Jason Collins treated for brain tumor
Former NBA player Jason Collins is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor, the NBA announced Thursday.,"Jason and his family welcome your support and prayers and kindly ask for privacy as they dedicate their attention to Jason's health and well-being," the league said in a statement.,A 7-foot center...
QB change expected for Kentucky against Eastern Michigan
Kentucky reportedly is making a quarterback change ahead of Saturday's showdown against Eastern Michigan in Lexington, Ky.,Multiple reports Thursday indicated that the Wildcats (1-1) will start Cutter Boley over Zach Calzada, who sustained a shoulder injury in last week's 30-23 loss to then-No. 20 O...
Can Washington Commanders End 36-Year Road Drought vs. Green Bay Packers?
The Washington Commanders face the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football at Lambeau Field. Can Jayden Daniels and Washington end a 36-year road losing streak in Green Bay?...
Texas Rangers Defy Injuries to Stay in American League Playoff Hunt
The Texas Rangers are missing stars like Corey Seager, Marcus Semien, and Adolis Garcia, yet they keep winning. Here’s how Bruce Bochy’s team is staying alive in the AL playoff race despite a depleted roster....
Madden legend Henry captures Kickoff Challenge title
Henry "Henry" Leverette, the winningest competitor in Madden history, began the new season by claiming another victory.,The Chicago resident beat Jonathan "JonBeast" Marquez of Hartford, Conn., 52-27 in the final of the Madden NFL 26 Championship Series' Kickoff Challenge on Wednesday at the Full Sa...
Wings, Mercury clash in inconsequential regular-season finale
There won't be much to play for when the Dallas Wings and Phoenix Mercury clash on Thursday in Arlington, Texas, in the regular-season finale for both teams.,They will essentially be playing for little but pride on Thursday. The Mercury (27-16) are locked into the No. 4 seed in the WNBA playoffs and...
Three players permanently lose eligibility due to gambling
The eligibility of former Fresno State players Jalen Weaver, Mykell Robinson and Steven Vasquez have been permanently revoked due to their involvement in gambling, including betting on their own games, the NCAA's Committee on Infractions said Wednesday.,Robinson last played for Fresno State on Jan. ...
Report: Eagles TE Dallas Goedert (knee) misses Wednesday practice
Philadelphia tight end Dallas Goedert is dealing with a knee sprain which has his status for Sunday's games against Kansas City unclear, according to a report from Philadelphia radio station 94WIP.,According to the report, it's not expected to be a long-term issue but he was not in attendance during...
White Sox reinstate INF Miguel Vargas (hand) from injured list
The Chicago White Sox reinstated infielder Miguel Vargas, who was on the 10-day injured list because of a sprained left hand, before their home game Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays.,In a corresponding move, the White Sox optioned infielder Bryan Ramos to Triple-A Charlotte. In other moves, the ...
Report: Tigers executives accused of misconduct toward women
At least eight employees of the Detroit Tigers have been accused of misconduct toward women since 2023, The Athletic reported on Wednesday.,The media outlet's investigation began in April and included interviews with 45 current and former employees as well as access to emails, text messages, court f...
No. 17 Ole Miss looking to 'clean up' act against Arkansas
Arkansas opens its Southeastern Conference schedule on Saturday in Oxford, Miss., against a 17th-ranked Ole Miss squad coming off an uneven effort in its conference opener.,Last weekend, the Rebels (2-0, 1-0 SEC) fell behind host Kentucky 10-0 in the second quarter, with both scores coming after int...
Nebraska looks to build momentum vs. Houston Christian
Nebraska will try to wrap up a perfect nonconference slate for the second year in a row when it hosts Houston Christian on Saturday in Lincoln, Neb.,The Cornhuskers (2-0) are coming off a 68-0 home win over Akron, their most points since scoring 73 against Idaho State in 2012. Their 728 yards of tot...
Aces sail past Sky for 15th consecutive victory
Jewell Loyd and Jackie Young each had 15 points and the Las Vegas Aces made 15 3-pointers while extending their franchise-record winning streak to 15 games with 92-61 victory over the visiting Chicago Sky on Tuesday.,Loyd came off the bench to hit five of those treys while surpassing the 6,000-point...
Renault CEO: Alpine staying in F1 'for a long time'
Renault will be "staying in Formula 1 for a long time" with the Alpine team, new CEO Francois Provost said in an interview with French broadcaster Canal+.,In his third month in charge of Renault, Provost sought to lessen speculation about the team's commitment to F1 ahead of the team abandoning its ...
Astros RHP Luis Garcia (elbow) leaves start in second inning
Houston Astros right-handed pitcher Luis Garcia left Tuesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays in the second inning due to right elbow discomfort.,Garcia, 28, was making his second start since undergoing Tommy John surgery. He had last pitched in the major leagues in May 2023 before his return Se...
Big changes for Alex Bowman’s pit crew ahead of Bristol playoff race
Alex Bowman has a mostly new pit crew as his Hendrick Motorsports team prepares for the final race in the opening round of the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs.,Bowman's crew will feature two new tire changers, a new tire carrier and a new jackman for Saturday night's Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol ...
No. 14 Iowa State wary of heat, Arkansas State QB Jaylen Raynor
After prevailing in another nail-biter against in-state rival Iowa last week, No. 14 Iowa State figures to sweat during Saturday's visit to Arkansas State no matter what.,Defending Red Wolves dual-threat quarterback Jaylen Raynor presents a uniquely formidable challenge, as Cyclones coach Matt Campb...
Behren Morton, No. 21 Texas Tech look to keep rolling vs. Oregon St.
High-flying No. 21 Texas Tech will welcome another test on the eve of Big 12 play when Oregon State comes to Lubbock, Texas on Saturday.,The Red Raiders (2-0) moved up three spots in the AP Poll this past week after a 62-14 thrashing of Kent State. Texas Tech played well on both sides of the ball, p...
Astros RHP Luis Garcia (arm) leaves start in second inning
Houston Astros right-handed pitcher Luis Garcia left with an injury with two outs and one runner on base in the second inning of Tuesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays.,Immediately upon throwing a pitch to Ernie Clement, Garcia motioned toward his arm while looking at the Houston dugout and im...