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Follow live: Packers, Vikings battling in tight NFC North thriller
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Week 1 inactives: Status for Jeanty, Love, Odunze and others
Updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.
Follow live: Brock Purdy tallies third TD, finds Deebo Samuel as 49ers pile on vs. Rams
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Follow live: JSN explodes for 45-yd TD as Seahawks draw even with Pats
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NBA champ Brunson to host season premiere of SNL
Newly crowned NBA champion Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks will host "Saturday Night Live" when the new season begins later this month.
Barry Melrose, former coach and beloved ESPN hockey analyst, dies at 70
Barry Melrose, a former NHL player and coach who was a beloved, longtime hockey analyst for ESPN, has died, his wife, Cindy, told ESPN's Steve Levy.
Jalen Brunson to host ‘SNL’ season 52 premiere hot off of Knicks championship - NBC News
Jalen Brunson to host ‘SNL’ season 52 premiere hot off of Knicks championship NBC News NBA champion Jalen Brunson to host 'Saturday Night Live' ESPN ‘SNL’ Sets Inde Navarrette, Jalen Brunson, Dakota Johnson and More as Season 52 Hosts Variety Rosalía, Gracie Abrams, Turnstile Set
Clippers, Raptors complete delayed Leonard trade
The trade sending Kawhi Leonard from LA to Toronto is now official after a monthslong delay due to the investigation into the Clippers.
Judge hits 1st HR since May as Yankees clinch record 61st postseason spot
Aaron Judge hit his first home run since May 24 as the Yankees clinched their record 61st postseason berth and ninth in 10 years Monday night.
Who will make the 12-team College Football Playoff?
Select your favorite contender, make your picks for how its season will play out and see what the Allstate Playoff Predictor foretells.
Peters' 18-pitch walk turns tide for White Sox in key division win
White Sox center fielder Tristan Peters' 18-pitch walk proved the turning point in a 7-3 win over the Guardians on Monday that put Chicago in the driver's seat for the AL Central title.
76ers offseason recap and early season preview: Is Philly a contender with LeBron?
The Sixers overhauled their front office and their roster this offseason. Will the major moves end Philly's title drought?
College football Power Rankings: Everything we learned from the top 25 in Week 2
There's a new No. 1, plus we welcome Michigan to Week 2's Power Rankings. Check out which teams made the Top 25.
The 76ers' four 'super-users' have a math problem to solve
LeBron, Maxey, Brown, Embiid. Can the 76ers' high-usage stars make it work? Here's what history reveals.
Who got the ball Sunday? How Montgomery, Irving emerged from RB committees
Don't panic about Colston Loveland in Chicago, while David Montgomery asserts lead role in Houston.
Waiver wire: Shough, Black, Coker highlight top picks for Week 2
Eric Karabell lists who he thinks are the top available players worth adding for the week ahead.
The biggest questions from Week 1: Are Giants legit? What happened to Dallas' new D?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer the biggest questions coming out of each Sunday game.
59 points for the Bears? 41 for the Ravens? Let's size up four NFL offenses that erupted in Week 1
Chicago, Baltimore, Buffalo and Jacksonville were among 10 teams that scored 30-plus points Sunday. What happened, and can it continue?
A potential Triple Crown? Will he win MVP? Breaking down Yordan Alvarez's 2026 season
Alvarez's offensive campaign stands alone. Here's his status in the MVP race and more.
Team to beat? Sleeper pick? MLB insiders predict playoff favorites, toughest contenders
Brewers or Dodgers? Yankees or Rays? Here's how those in the game view the upcoming playoffs.
⭐ Taylor Swift, Tom Cruise share suite at Arrowhead
The pop star and actor sat side by side while supporting Swift's husband and Kansas City Chiefs tight end, Travis Kelce.
Alonso lauds Mets fans in 'special' return to Citi Field
Baltimore first baseman Pete Alonso made his first visit to Citi Field as an opposing player Monday in the Orioles' 2-1 win over the New York Mets, and he was greeted warmly by 35,800 fans who chanted the former Met's name during his plate appearances.
Walker stars in Chiefs debut while scrambling Mahomes shows work 'paid off'
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, making his return from a torn ACL, and running back Kenneth Walker III, making his Chiefs debut, powered Kansas City to a season-opening blowout win over Denver.
Patriots' Kraft on Macklemore: Won't provide platform for 'hate speech'
Robert Kraft said he had Macklemore removed as an opening act for Ed Sheeran's shows at Gillette Stadium due in part to a "history of antisemitic rhetoric and imagery that we believe has been deeply offensive and hurtful to the Jewish community."
Analyzing the Chiefs' win over the Broncos
Making his Chiefs debut, Kenneth Walker III powered Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs past the Broncos.
Manchester derby defined by VAR drama; Real Madrid booed; Chelsea bullied by Hull
Sunday's Manchester derby was fascinating and not just because of the referee/VAR errors. Also: Real Madrid get booed again, and Chelsea should be worried after being bullied by Hull City, as Gab Marcotti recaps the weekend.
Dodgers seal 14th consecutive playoff berth, 'one of the goals'
The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their 14th consecutive playoff berth with a 4-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on Monday night behind Tarik Skubal's seven shutout innings and home runs by Kyle Tucker and Teoscar Hernandez.
Vikings' O'Connell says he doesn't fault Packers for hit on Murray
The hit that caused Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray's concussion was a "violent, physical play" but was not objectionable, coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday.
Manchester derby mess shows VAR's quest for perfection is doomed to fail
Erling Haaland's goal in the Manchester derby proved that perfection will always be out of reach for VAR, despite it being there to give us exactly that.
Cruz expects Senate vote on Protect College Sports Act this week or next
With college football in full swing, proponents of the Protect College Sports Act have launched an all-out blitz to push the legislation through the Senate before the chamber breaks in the coming weeks.
These Broncos have striking resemblance to Denver's last Super Bowl winners
The 2015 Broncos used a united front office, shutdown defense and clutch play to win Super Bowl 50.
'Beyond anyone I've ever seen': Inside Patrick Mahomes' long road back
Exactly 274 days ago, Mahomes, after suffering the most significant injury of his career, vowed to be back for Week 1. Here's how he did it.
Monken expects to stick with Watson as Browns' QB1 vs. Bucs
Browns coach Todd Monken said Monday that he expects Deshaun Watson to remain as the team's starting quarterback this Sunday at the Buccaneers.
Steelers' McCarthy noncommittal on Porter's timeline to return
Steelers coach Mike McCarthy was noncommittal on the cornerback's timeline to return to game action.
McVay: Was clear after Rams' loss that Garrett needed knee surgery
While the thought was Myles Garrett could play through his knee injury, it became clear after the Rams' Week 1 loss that he needed to have surgery, coach Sean McVay said.
SEC's Sankey says CFP expansion not foregone conclusion
The College Football Playoff's decision to open a 30-day negotiating window with ESPN last week may signal growing interest in a 24-team field, but SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said that expansion is not a foregone conclusion.
Johnson doubles down on Bears' offense after 59-point Week 1 eruption
The Bears walked away from their opener with a historic 59-37 win over the Panthers, one that saw them score the fourth-most points in a game in franchise history and saw the teams combine for 96 points, most ever in a season opener.
Ballmer says he will accept NBA's punishments: 'I have sincere regrets'
LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer says he is complying with the NBA's punishments of the franchise and will not pursue any legal action.
Zverev claims the US Open title amid a chaotic tournament -- and season
Zverev won the US Open crown, capping off an unpredictable tournament and 2026 Grand Slam season.
Packers left without answers after blowing another lead late
The Packers' late-game woes from last season continued in Week 1 after they blew yet another big lead in Sunday's 39-22 loss to the Vikings.
Harbaugh: Giants' victory vs. Cowboys in debut ranks as No. 1 win 'right now'
John Harbaugh came away pleased with his team's performance in his Big Apple debut.
Saints irked by overturned TD, and its 'huge momentum swing'
In New Orleans' wild 31-30 overtime loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon at Ford Field, there was a controversial overturned defensive touchdown that Saints coach Kellen Moore labeled "a little bit of a challenging circumstance."
Zverev dashes American hopes, beats Shelton in US Open final for 2nd major
Alexander Zverev won his second major championship and kept American men without a Grand Slam title since 2003, beating Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2 on Sunday in the US Open final.
QB Murray in good spirits after Vikings debut ends with concussion
Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray suffered a concussion after taking a hard hit in his Minnesota debut.
'Greatest winner' Stewart guides U.S. to fifth straight World Cup title
Team USA largely credited Breanna Stewart for helping guide them to the program's fifth straight World Cup title after a win over France in the final.
Week 1 winners and losers: Caleb Williams, Josh Allen shine; Ja'Marr Chase disappoints
Caleb Williams, Josh Allen and Trevor Lawrence came up big in Week 1, while Ja'Marr Chase, Drake London and Colston Loveland had very quiet days.
Golden again: How Team USA rallied to beat France and win the World Cup
France led by 14 points early, but the U.S. defense dominated and veterans stepped up to capture a fifth straight gold.
😈 Bills' Houston-themed jabs top Week 1 trolls
Early season rust didn't apply to teams around the NFL trolling their opponents after a victory.
Blue Jays go wild as Vlad Jr. slugs first HR in Toronto this year
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit his first regular-season home run in Toronto since August 2025.
NFL Week 1's fashionable arrivals, featuring Dak Prescott and Cam Skattebo
From Spiderman to a Navy nod, players around the NFL brought the heat ahead of their Week 1 matchups.
'He can keep it': Trevor Lawrence tosses 100th touchdown to rookie wide receiver
Trevor Lawrence's 100th NFL touchdown pass went to rookie wide receiver Josh Cameron, who hauled it in for his first NFL catch.
Joey Porter Jr. trade fits: Cowboys, 49ers, Lions could look to add star CB
Joey Porter Jr. is open to a trade. We look at five teams that could trade for the star Steelers CB.
Debating five big overreactions to NFL Week 1 games, plus fantasy knee-jerk takes
Is Jackson going to reset the market? What's up in L.A.? And which Class of 2023 QB will be extended first? We sized up potential Week 1 overreactions.
Manchester derby reaction: City's 10-man master class, VAR questions, more
Manchester City outplayed their city rivals as Manchester United failed to take advantage of Phil Foden's early red card.
Dart, Skattebo combine for four touchdowns to thwart Cowboys in season opener on SNF
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Monken noncommittal on Watson, calls it 'unfair' to blame loss on QB
Todd Monken sidestepped a question about whether he will stick with Deshaun Watson as the Browns' starter, but he said it was unfair to blame Sunday's 34-10 loss on the veteran QB.
Rodman goes from soccer game to US Open final to watch Shelton
Trinity Rodman made it from the soccer pitch to the tennis court in time to watch boyfriend Ben Shelton in the US Open final.
Titans fall flat in coach Saleh's debut as Ward struggles
The Titans suffered a 23-10 loss to Robert Saleh's former team, the Jets, while quarterback Cam Ward had a tough outing, completing 19 of 32 attempts for 140 yards and one touchdown.
Schlittler continues 'awesome season' in Yankees' win over Mets
Cam Schlittler, after a dominant outing on Sunday against the Mets that dropped his ERA to 1.95, is the clear-cut favorite to take home the American League Cy Young Award, but Yankees manager Aaron Boone also thinks the starter could be the AL MVP too.
Madring's F1 debut left everyone dissatisfied, even Spanish GP's top three
Many in the paddock were wary that the Spanish GP's brand-new Madring would make for dull racing, and that's exactly what came to pass Sunday.
All signs -- and Mayfield's new contract -- point to next year's QB market exploding
Baker Mayfield just got $55 million per year in new money -- which is telling about where the QB market is headed. That's great news for 11 other passers ready for big deals.
NFL draft risers, notes off Saturday's college games: Questions at the top of the QB class?
Should we be worried about Dante Moore's play? What has been most impressive about Jeremiah Smith? Here's NFL draft spin off Week 2 of the CFB season.
Giants WR Nabers active for opener vs. Cowboys
New York Giants standout wide receiver Malik Nabers is making his return from a torn ACL in Sunday night's season opener versus the Cowboys.
Sources: Rams star Garrett to have knee surgery, headed to IR
Rams star defensive end Myles Garrett will undergo knee surgery and is headed to injured reserve, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Against the odds: Rybakina's unexpected US Open title
From a questionable injury status to world No. 1, Elena Rybakina had a miraculous run to the US Open title.
Premier League refs admit VAR 'error' on Haaland derby winner
Pro Ref, the Premier League referees' body, has apologized to Manchester United after admitting the VAR awarded Erling Haaland's winning goal in Manchester City's 1-0 win by "error."
Lowry rolls to record 11-shot Irish Open victory
Shane Lowry produced another golfing masterclass with a final-round 63 as the home favorite cruised to a record 11-shot win at the Irish Open.
Chelsea have woken up, and that's ominous for the WSL
Chelsea dropped points on the opening weekend but a 5-0 rout of Manchester United proved they are back on track.
Final pitch: Tigers, retiring Verlander aim for one last start
Justin Verlander is progressing in his return from a hamstring injury with he and the Tigers hoping he can make one last start during a planned two-day celebration of the retiring former ace.
Ravens' Henry vaults to third all time in rushing touchdowns
Ravens running back Derrick Henry moved into third place on the NFL's all-time rushing touchdowns list by scoring three times Sunday.
Windhorst: How next week's board of governors meeting could reshape the NBA
The next steps in the Clippers investigation, league expansion and NBA Europe could all be decided next week.
25 years after 9/11, Strahan, Testaverde, others relive the emotional memories
Hall of Famers, franchise greats and more recount the moments they experienced in the aftermath of the attacks.
Man United's Martínez: Haaland goal decision an 'injustice'
Lisandro Martínez branded the decision to allow Manchester City's winning goal against Manchester United as "an injustice" while Michael Carrick said it was an "obvious" error.
Ravens' WR group takes hit as Flowers, Lane exit victory with injuries
The Ravens lost receivers Zay Flowers and Ja'Kobi Lane to injuries in Sunday's season-opening 41-23 win over the Colts.
Red Sox get slugger Contreras back into lineup
Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras was activated from the 10-day injured list on Sunday and was slated to bat cleanup in a series finale against the Kansas City Royals.
Haaland goal decides VAR-heavy Manchester derby for 10-man City
Erling Haaland secured Manchester City a memorable derby-day triumph as Manchester United failed to capitalise on Phil Foden's sending-off on a day of contentious decisions.
Sources: Crosby shut down Rams trade talks, wanted to stay with Raiders
The Rams pursued Maxx Crosby shortly after his trade from the Raiders to the Ravens fell through, sources told NFL Network.
'Motivated' Europe rocks U.S. in singles, takes Solheim Cup
The Solheim Cup is back in the hands of the Europeans after Lottie Woad holed a putt from 2 feet on No. 17 to guarantee Team Europe would reach the 14½ points needed to beat the United States.
🔴Premier League, European live updates: Brighton make Coventry pay; Manchester derby to come
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Sources: Niners rookie WR Stribling out at least 1 month due to ankle
49ers rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling will miss at least a month because of an ankle injury, sources told NFL Network.