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Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy clears concussion protocol, set to start Sunday
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy is on track to start Sunday against the Washington Commanders after clearing concussion protocol on Thursday.,McCarthy, 22, was a full practice participant for the second consecutive day. He missed last Sunday's 26-0 loss at Seattle after sustaining a conc...

NWSLPA: Trinity Rodman's record contract offer was CBA compliant
The NWSL Players' Association filed a grievance on behalf of Trinity Rodman after what would have been a record-setting four-year contract to stay with the Washington Spirit was reportedly vetoed by league commissioner Jessica Berman.,The NWSLPA claims the contract offer was within the terms of the ...

Florida's Jon Sumrall hires Kentucky DC Brad White
Florida's new football coach Jon Sumrall made his first major hire with longtime Kentucky defensive coordinator Brad White accepting the same position Thursday in Gainesville.,White, 43, was Kentucky's defensive coordinator and outside linebackers coach from 2019-25, and was that position's coach in...

Report: Dubai to hold college basketball event in November 2026
Dubai wants to get in on the college basketball tournament fun.,In the wake of the Players Era men's tournament expanding to 18 teams and beyond, Dubai plans to stage a new early-season tourney called the Royal Palm Invitational in November 2026, CBS Sports reported Thursday.,The report said multipl...

Police: Lane Kiffin escorted to airport, fan road rage claims false
Mississippi State Police provided departing coach Lane Kiffin a police escort to catch his flight to Baton Rouge and said his claims of fans "trying to run him off the road" were false. ,The escort using multiple police vehicles to safeguard Kiffin's transport to the airport was confirmed by Mississ...

No. 13 Tennessee, No. 14 Illinois tune up for track meet in Nashville
Saddled with a losing streak for the first time this season, No. 13 Tennessee can expect a sprint Saturday when the Volunteers take on No. 14 Illinois in the Music City Madness clash at Nashville, Tenn.,The Volunteers (7-2) fell to Kansas last week in Las Vegas, then lost by two points at Syracuse o...
Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Destinations: Three Teams That Could Trade With Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo could miss four weeks, fueling trade speculation. Here are three teams that make the most sense if the Bucks decide to move their superstar....

Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer to Penn State rumors: Not interested
Ahead of Alabama's biggest game of the season and in position to qualify for the College Football Playoff, Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer said on Thursday that he's not looking to go to Penn State or anywhere else.,"We're extremely happy here, love the challenge, love the grind, love this plac...

Clippers waive F Jahmyl Telfort as roster adjustments continue
The Los Angeles Clippers waived forward Jahmyl Telfort on Thursday in another roster move for the struggling team.,While nowhere near the level of team cutting ties with veteran guard Chris Paul early Wednesday morning, the 24-year-old Telfort did play eight games with Los Angeles, scoring one point...

Reports: Texans DE Tim Settle Jr. (foot) to have season-ending surgery
Houston Texans defensive tackle Tim Settle Jr., a starter on the NFL's top-ranked defense, will have season-ending foot surgery, according to multiple reports on Thursday afternoon.,Settle, 28, was injured during the Texans' 20-16 victory over the host Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, but it's not clea...

LAFC G Hugo Lloris signs extension
Los Angeles FC goalkeeper Hugo Lloris on Thursday signed a one-year contract extension through the 2026 season.,Financial terms were not disclosed by LAFC for a deal that includes an option for 2027.,Lloris, 38, spent over a decade with English Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur before signing wi...

Kings D Drew Doughty to return vs. Blackhawks
Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty is expected to return to the ice on Thursday against the visiting Chicago Blackhawks.,Doughty, who confirmed to NHL.com of his availability to play, has been sidelined since blocking a shot with his left foot in a game against the Ottawa Senators on Oct. 15....

Inter Miami, Whitecaps meet in star-studded MLS Cup final
A pair of international stars will be on Major League Soccer's biggest stage when Lionel Messi and Inter Miami host Thomas Muller and the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday in the MLS Cup final at Fort Lauderdale, Fla.,Both clubs will be chasing their first MLS title, with an opportunity to raise the P...

Lakers' Luka Doncic (personal) out vs. Raptors
Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic will not be available for Thursday's game against the host Toronto Raptors.,Doncic officially has been ruled out for personal reasons. He reportedly is in Slovenia for the birth of his second child with fiancee Anamaria Goltes.,Doncic, 26, is averaging ...

After high-profile wins, No. 5 UConn faces East Texas A&M
Braylon Mullins made his debut for UConn with a 10-minute cameo last Friday, played 23 minutes on Tuesday and will be out to contribute again when the No. 5 Huskies host East Texas A&M on Friday at Storrs, Conn.,Mullins missed UConn's first six games before coming off the bench last week as the Husk...

Cal Poly hires former UCLA interim coach Tim Skipper
Former UCLA interim coach Tim Skipper is the new head coach of the Cal Poly Mustangs.,The school in San Luis Obispo, Calif., announced the hiring of Skipper on Wednesday.,Skipper, 47, took over the Bruins this season when DeShaun Foster was fired after an 0-3 start. ,UCLA went 3-6 under Skipper with...

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson misses Thursday practice
Lamar Jackson missed practice on Thursday as the Baltimore Ravens shifted gears on preparation for a collision with the rival Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday that will set the top of the AFC North standings. ,Jackson had three turnovers on Thanksgiving night in the Ravens' loss to the Cincinnati Benga...

Report: Eagles' Jalen Carter out vs. Chargers, week-to-week after procedure
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter will sit out the game on Monday against the host Los Angeles Chargers after undergoing a procedure earlier this week to repair his shoulders, ESPN reported on Thursday.,Per the report, Carter is considered week-to-week and wanted to get the procedure...

Mountain West commissioner Gloria Nevarez granted contract extension
Mountain West Conference commissioner Gloria Nevarez received a four-year contract extension on Thursday, keeping her on the job through Dec. 31, 2030.,She started as commissioner on Jan. 1, 2023, amid upheaval in college sports, and the Mountain West has not been spared.,The conference is poised to...

Arkansas State, FBS newbie Missouri State set for inaugural Xbox Bowl
Arkansas State and Missouri State accepted bids to play in the inaugural Xbox Bowl in Frisco, Texas, on Dec. 18.,Missouri State played in the FBS ranks for the first time in 2025 and, along with Conference USA newcomer Delaware, received the final two bowl bids on Saturday.,Arkansas State (6-6) secu...