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QB Will Levis, others hit free agency after clearing waivers
Tennessee Titans 2023 second-round pick Will Levis is among a deep pool of NFL veterans hitting free agency on Monday after going unclaimed on waivers. ,All 32 NFL teams set their preliminary 53-man roster ahead of the league deadline Sunday night, but many are still making adjustments Monday with a...
Improved UCF looks to keep season-opener streak alive vs. Bethune-Cookman
It's been nine years since UCF rose to national stardom with its 13-0 campaign under head coach Scott Frost.,While the Knights have to jump a few hurdles to return to that kind of relevance, Frost's 2026 team features several key playmakers reminiscent of the high-octane offense from 2017.,Ahead of ...
Reports: White Sox acquire OF Tommy Pham from Phillies
The Chicago White Sox acquired outfielder Tommy Pham from the Philadelphia Phillies for cash considerations, multiple outlets reported Monday.,The 38-year-old veteran is expected to be added to the major league club when rosters expand Tuesday.,Pham was eligible to be traded because he was not on a ...
Yankees claim reliever John Schreiber off waivers
The New York Yankees added bullpen depth and claimed reliever John Schreiber off waivers from the Kansas City Royals on Monday.,The 32-year-old right-hander was 1-3 with one save and a 3.65 ERA in 55 relief appearances this season before being placed on waivers over the weekend. He has limited right...
Reports: Orioles claim OF Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from Mets
The Baltimore Orioles claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off outright waivers from the New York Mets, multiple outlets reported Monday.,A claim on outright waivers requires Baltimore to assume Robert's remaining Mets contract. He is owed one more month on this year's $20 million salary, plus a $2 mi...
Aaron Donald's return spurs heavy action on Rams
Aaron Donald's return has strengthened the Los Angeles Rams' status as favorites to win Super Bowl LXI while also driving a surge in action backing their futures markets.,Many sportsbooks had already priced in the likelihood of Donald's return to their team futures markets well before he officially ...
Virginia Tech names Ethan Grunkemeyer as starting QB
Virginia Tech officially named Ethan Grunkemeyer as its starting quarterback on Monday.,Grunkemeyer is a transfer from Penn State, where he played for first-year Hokies head coach James Franklin.,"He's been the leader in the clubhouse for a number of practices -- and maybe weeks," Franklin said of G...
Rutgers determined to get defensive in opener vs. UMass
Rutgers' defense didn't perform well last season, but the UMass offense was even worse. ,Those units are in the spotlight when visiting UMass attempts to end the program's 16-game losing streak when they take on Rutgers on Thursday night in the season-opener for both teams., ,The Minutemen were pick...
FIBA World Cup Break Comes at a Crucial Time for These 2 WNBA Teams
The Minnesota Lynx enter the FIBA World Cup break on a rare losing streak as the Golden State Valkyries close in on home-court advantage....
Ranking WWE’s Top 25 Male and Female Superstars of 2026
From Roman Reigns and CM Punk to Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch, here are the top 25 male and female WWE superstars of 2026....
Report: Everton closing in on deal for USMNT F Folarin Balogun
United States Men's National Team forward Folarin Balogun is closing in on a return to the Premier League with ESPN reporting Everton is set to offer $47.5 million for the AS Monaco striker.,Balogun, 25, would be the replacement at forward for Beto, who is reportedly set to join Fiorentina in Italy ...
Reports: Mark Mitchell staying at Mizzou, not going to Kentucky
Forward Mark Mitchell is not joining Kentucky and instead is returning to Missouri rather than challenging the SEC's rule against intraconference transfers, according to multiple reports on Monday.,Mitchell, a two-year starter at Duke before starting the past two seasons for the Tigers, was not list...
Scottie Scheffler’s Latest Win Made One Thing Clear: The PGA Tour Needs Its New Format
Scottie Scheffler won another Tour Championship, but the lack of drama showed exactly why the PGA Tour is moving toward a new match-play finale....
Mets vs. Rays Odds, Predictions and Best Betting Picks for Monday
Get the best bets for Mets vs. Rays, including an Over 8 pick, Tampa Bay moneyline and run line options, plus a Junior Caminero home run prop....
Back in Big Ten, Katin Houser all-in at Illinois, opens with UAB
With just seven returning starters from its nine-win team, Illinois has plenty of questions to answer during Thursday's opener against UAB in Champaign, Ill.,Can East Carolina transfer Katin Houser live up to the quarterbacking standards Luke Altmyer set over the last three years? Will the revamped ...
OKTAGON Champ Will Fleury Sounds off on Controversial Loss, UFC Aspirations, and More
Will Fleury discusses his controversial OKTAGON title loss, rematch frustrations, UFC ambitions and why Ian Machado Garry needs better PR....
Lindsey Vonn's 'long road' back still includes ACL repair
U.S. skiing star Lindsey Vonn still faces ACL surgery as she continues to recover from the Winter Olympics crash in February that nearly led to the amputation of her left leg.,"I still have another surgery, so I'm trying to get as strong as possible," she told TNT Sports in an interview on Sunday at...
Lionel Messi retires from Argentina national team
Soccer legend Lionel Messi retired from the Argentina national team, announcing his decision on Monday.,The Inter Miami superstar has represented the club in international competition for more than two decades.,Messi, 39, propelled Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022 and returned to help lead a run...
No. 25 Missouri, Austin Simmons out to make statement in opener
Missouri might not be full strength when the No. 25 Tigers tackle visiting Arkansas Pine Bluff on Thursday night, but quarterback Austin Simmons is ready to go. ,Even without a top offensive lineman and their main running back, the Tigers expect big things from Simmons, an Ole Miss transfer.,Simmons...
Venus Williams reflects on 'insane evening' at U.S. Open
At age 46, Venus Williams was not ready to contemplate her future following a "completely insane evening" at the U.S. Open.,She could be forgiven for being too tired to have such a conversation after losing a hard-fought battle with Sofia Kenin in a first-round match that didn't begin until 12:13 a....