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DePaul attempts to flip the script with Marquette
Marquette had preseason aspirations of claiming its customary place in the upper part of the Big East, while DePaul planned to claw its way out of the conference's basement.,Only one team is enjoying success in this regard. In fact, as these longtime rivals prepare to meet Friday night in Chicago, t...

Raptors pose next challenge for surging Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers will be going for their fifth consecutive victory Friday night when they open a three-game road trip against the Toronto Raptors.,The surging Clippers took their fourth in a row and 11th win in the past 13 with a 119-105 home victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday....

Jimmy Smith, Eddie Robinson Jr. head Black College Football HOF class
Jimmy Smith, Tyrone Poole and Nick Collins, who went on to standout NFL careers, are among the Black College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 announced on Thursday.,Also to be inducted at the June 6 ceremony in Atlanta are former Alabama A&M linebacker and current head coach Eddie Robinson Jr., f...

White-hot Austin Swartz guides Creighton against Providence
After scoring a career-high 33 points in a comeback win over Georgetown earlier in the week, Austin Swartz hopes to help Creighton continue its strong start in Big East Conference play on Friday evening at Providence.,Swartz averaged 5.9 points as a freshman before transferring from Miami to the Blu...

Falcons interview Chargers DC Jesse Minter for coaching vacancy
The Atlanta Falcons continued a busy Thursday in the search for their next head coach with the announcement that they have completed an interview with Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter for the position.,It's the second completed interview the Falcons announced on Thursday, alon...

Packers DC Jeff Hafley makes Steelers latest stop on whirlwind interview tour
NFL teams with an opening are making time to meet with Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley.,Following his interview with the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday, Hafley is scheduled to be the first candidate to meet with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday. ,By the time the clock strikes midnight on Thu...

Norway's ski jumping program mired in scandal ahead of Olympics
Two Norwegian ski jumping coaches and the team's suit technician have been suspended for 18 months after making unapproved changes to the athletes' suits during the 2025 world championships.,The International Ski and Snowboard Federation issued its ruling Thursday following nearly a year of investig...

Texans WR Nico Collins (concussion) misses another practice
Three days out from the Texans' AFC divisional playoff game at New England, wide receiver Nico Collins was still not practicing on Thursday after sustaining a concussion in Monday's 30-6 wild-card win at Pittsburgh.,Collins was not seen on the field by reporters during the open portion of the practi...

Clayton Kershaw, Alex Bregman to represent Team USA in WBC
Clayton Kershaw is returning to the mound after all.,Months removed from announcing his retirement from Major League Baseball, Kershaw will represent the United States in the upcoming World Baseball Classic. Team USA on Thursday announced the news on Kershaw, who will be pitching in the event for th...

Bills S Jordan Poyer, CB Maxwell Hairston out vs. Broncos
The Buffalo Bills have ruled out safety Jordan Poyer and rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston for Saturday's AFC divisional playoff game at Denver.,Head coach Sean McDermott confirmed Thursday that Poyer (hamstring) and Hairston (ankle) will not be available against the top-seeded Broncos.,Poyer, 34, ...

Transactions roundup: FC Cincinnati sign F Bryan Ramirez
FC Cincinnati acquired winger Bryan Ramirez from LDU Quito of Ecuador's top flight on Thursday.,The 25-year-old Ecuadorian is under contract through the 2028-29 season with an option for 2029-30.,"Bryan is a dynamic player, and we're delighted to bring him to Cincinnati," FCC general manager Chris A...

Packers DC Jeff Hafley interviews for Falcons' HC position
Jeff Hafley interviewed for the vacant head coaching position with the Atlanta Falcons, the team announced Thursday.,Hafley, 46, has spent the past two seasons as the defensive coordinator with the Green Bay Packers. He also served as the co-defensive coordinator/secondary coach at Ohio State in 201...

Tiger Woods' foundation receives $20M pledge from Falcons owner
Tiger Woods celebrated the 30th anniversary of his TGR Foundation by announcing that more than $50 million was raised last year to support the nonprofit organization's education initiatives.,"Tonight was a reminder that the legacy I'm most proud of isn't on the golf course; it's the work we've done ...

Clayton Kershaw to represent Team USA in World Baseball Classic
Clayton Kershaw is returning to the mound after all.,Months removed from announcing his retirement from Major League Baseball, Kershaw will represent the United States in the upcoming World Baseball Classic. Team USA on Thursday announced the news on Kershaw, who will be pitching in the event for th...

Report: Benched Jonathan Kuminga demands trade from Warriors
Forward Jonathan Kuminga has demanded a trade from the Golden State Warriors, ESPN reported Thursday.,Under restrictions of Kuminga's contract, Thursday is the first day he can be traded, even though the Warriors essentially already have moved on from him.,The trade deadline is Feb. 5.,Kuminga was a...

Kayla Harrison out of UFC 324, apologizes to Amanda Nunes
Kayla Harrison provided a tear-filled update on her health over social media on Thursday on the heels of withdrawing from her bantamweight championship bout against challenger Amanda Nunes at UFC 324 in Las Vegas.,Shown wearing a neck brace and with tears in her eyes, Harrison said she already under...
Miami (OH) Is 18-0, But Can the RedHawks Survive Selection Sunday?
Miami (Ohio) is 18-0 and one of college basketball’s best stories — but a weak schedule could put its NCAA Tournament hopes in jeopardy....
Thursday NBA Betting Picks: Three Best Bets Before a Big Sports Weekend
Looking for NBA betting value? Here are our best NBA bets for Thursday, featuring Suns vs. Pistons, Thunder vs. Rockets, and Knicks vs. Warriors....
Kyle Tucker, Framber Valdez Headline MLB’s Remaining Free Agents
With MLB Spring Training approaching, Kyle Tucker, Framber Valdez and other stars remain unsigned across the baseball landscape....

Koa Peat (double-double), No. 1 Arizona hold off Arizona State
Koa Peat achieved his first game with at least 20 points and 10 rebounds and Tobe Awaka scored a career-high 25 points to help No. 1 Arizona hold off visiting Arizona State 89-82 Wednesday night at Tucson, Ariz.,Peat finished with 24 points and 10 rebounds after making all seven of his shots from th...