Caleb Williams, Bears find just enough to hold off Pats

The Bears never trailed, but they never seemed comfortable with the lead.

ESPN · NFL · just now

Panthers make 'big' move in goal as 6-9 Black sets record with debut

The 6-9 Cooper Black is listed 2 inches taller than the goalies who previously held the mark -- Ben Bishop, Ivan Fedotov, Mads Sogaard and Mikko Koskinen.

ESPN · NHL · just now

Canadiens captain Suzuki out 2-4 weeks with upper-body injury

Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki is out two to four weeks with an upper-body injury.

ESPN · NHL · just now

Penguins' Kindel back in Pittsburgh after medical emergency

Penguins forward Ben Kindel is back in Pittsburgh and recovering from a medical emergency on the team's flight back from Utah earlier this week.

ESPN · NHL · just now

Former NHL All-Star Duguay dies of cancer at 69

Ron Duguay, who played nearly 1,000 games in the NHL from the late 1970s through the '80s, has died of cancer. He was 69.

ESPN · NHL · just now

Panthers' Tkachuk embraces boos, scores in acrimonious return to Ottawa

Brady Tkachuk embraced the overwhelming antagonism he faced in his first game back in Ottawa as fans welcomed back the former captain with constant boos.

ESPN · NHL · just now

Source: Red Wings' Larkin stretches list of trade options to 10 teams

Dylan Larkin, whose trade request was made public last June, told the Red Wings he'd be willing to move to at least seven additional teams, bringing his list of options to 10, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN · NHL · just now

👊 Why NHL fighting is up -- and getting noticed

Through 120 games, there were 34 games with one or more fights, up over the last two seasons (25 and 26).

ESPN · NHL · just now

SGA opts for 'respect' over record, subs out of blowout to end 20-point streak

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's historic streak of 20-point games ended Thursday night when he finished with 17 in a 96-84 win over the Nuggets.

ESPN · NBA · just now

Colts QB Richardson charged with possession of marijuana

Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. is facing a misdemeanor charge for marijuana possession following a traffic stop earlier this month, court records show.

ESPN · NFL · just now

Ravens CB Humphrey displeased with 'slander' against QB Jackson

Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey voiced his displeasure over what he called "slander" against quarterback Lamar Jackson.

ESPN · NFL · just now

Barring setbacks, Bucs QB Mayfield expected to start vs. Panthers

Baker Mayfield expects to return from a thumb injury, barring any setbacks, and play when the Buccaneers face the Panthers on Sunday.

ESPN · NFL · just now

Rams WR Puka Nacua suffers calf injury, leaves practice

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua left Thursday's practice with a calf injury, a team spokesperson said.

ESPN · NFL · just now

🐻 Bears pay homage to Mike Ditka

The Bears played their first home game Thursday since Mike Ditka's death Oct. 9.

ESPN · NFL · just now

Steelers' Rodgers backs NFL on holding Paris game despite recent unrest

Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Friday expressed confidence in the NFL to make security decisions around staging a game in Paris amid recent civil unrest in the city.

ESPN · NFL · just now

Sources: Jags LT Harrison out for season after surgery reveals torn ACL

Jaguars left tackle Anton Harrison will miss the rest of the season because of a torn ACL in his right knee, league sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

ESPN · NFL · just now

Faulk, Hall of Famer and Southern coach, reveals Parkinson's diagnosis

Marshall Faulk said that in discussing his illness in a podcast appearance Wednesday, "I want to help as many people as I can."

ESPN · NCAAF · just now

Fall classic or roofball classic? A guide to an all-dome World Series

This year's World Series features the two teams with the best records in their respective leagues -- who both also call domed stadiums home.

ESPN · MLB · just now

The only World Series preview you need: Predictions, likely MVPs and how many games Rays-Brewers will go

Does Tampa Bay or Milwaukee have the edge? What's the inside intel on this Fall Classic? We've got it all covered.

ESPN · MLB · just now

NHL Tonight: Previews, stats and betting intel for Thursday's dozen games

Get your multi-view ready, hockey fans, it's another busy night!

ESPN · NHL · 12 min ago

LeBron responds to Trump's criticism, calls it 'slow news day in office'

LeBron James responded to President Trump's criticism by calling it a "slow news day at the office."

ESPN · NBA · 20 min ago

Co-defendant denies Billups gave him info, pleads guilty in NBA gambling case

Eric Earnest pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud Thursday but denied receiving inside information from former NBA player and coach Chauncey Billups.

ESPN · NBA · 20 min ago

Maxey-led Sixers turn Philly boos into cheers in thrilling 29-point comeback

Booed after trailing by 24 at the half, the Sixers rode a game-high 32 points from Tyrese Maxey to erase a 29-point deficit and stun the Cavs 114-106 on Thursday.

ESPN · NBA · 20 min ago

Two steps too many: Refs confirm LaMelo traveled en route to 3-point make

The association that represents NBA referees confirmed that LaMelo Ball took two steps too many and traveled in a widely seen clip from Wednesday night's win over Miami.

ESPN · NBA · 20 min ago

Warriors rookie Lendeborg says he 'lost all respect' for Luka after testy matchup

Yaxel Lendeborg said it was an "interesting first game for me" after defending the Lakers superstar in his professional debut.

ESPN · NBA · 20 min ago

Clippers dedicate opening win over Kings to banned Ballmer

The Clippers are determined to stay together in the absence of banned owner Steve Ballmer and started the season by routing the Kings 121-96.

ESPN · NBA · 20 min ago

Emotional Haliburton leads Pacers' gritty win in long-awaited return from Achilles tear

An emotional Tyrese Haliburton made his long-awaited return from the Achilles tear he suffered in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, as he led the Pacers to a gritty season-opening win over the Pelicans.

ESPN · NBA · 20 min ago

Morgan Scalley has Utah singing and dancing and on track for the CFP

In his first year in charge of the Utes, Scalley has embraced fun and efficiency.

ESPN · NCAAF · 28 min ago

Miami's 2001 throwback look headlines best uniforms of college football Week 8

The Hurricanes are the No. 1 team in the country for the first time in over two decades, and they're honoring the early-2000s glory days with their Week 8 threads.

ESPN · NCAAF · 30 min ago

Yan vs. Dvalishvili 3 comes down to one question: Who will make better decisions?

Merab Dvalishvili has tweaked his fight plan, while Yan has gone all-in on his. Which strategy will win out?

ESPN · MMA · 30 min ago

UFC 333 preview and picks for Volkanovski vs. Evloev and Yan vs. Dvalishvili

Check out the matchups and expert predictions for both championship fights at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi.

ESPN · MMA · 30 min ago

SEC elimination games, tests for new top 2 and 26 other things to watch in Week 8

Ole Miss, Tennessee and LSU face road challenges, while Miami and BYU try to avoid the upset bug.

ESPN · NCAAF · 1 hour ago

Can Week 8 up the ante again with more upsets and drama?

With plenty of SEC drama last week, could this week's slate of games bring even more chaos?

ESPN · NCAAF · 1 hour ago

Appalachian St. ends James Madison's undefeated start to season

James London kicked a 40-yard field goal in overtime to give Appalachian State the win Thursday night and leave just five unbeaten teams in the FBS.

ESPN · NCAAF · 1 hour ago

Simmons, nation's sack leader, out for Texas' clash with Ole Miss

Texas edge rusher Colin Simmons, who leads the nation in sacks and tackles for loss, is out Saturday vs. No. 7 Ole Miss.

ESPN · NCAAF · 1 hour ago

Locksley 'at peace' with Maryland firing, open to NFL, college OC jobs

Coach Mike Locksley says he's "at peace" with his firing by Maryland, telling ESPN that he's open to jobs in the NFL or offensive coordinator duties at a "championship" school.

ESPN · NCAAF · 1 hour ago

'Exactly where I need to be': How two Finals stars came to happier homes from Chicago

Two of the Finals' biggest stars were first-round picks from the Chicago Sky -- who traded both away.

ESPN · WNBA · 1 hour ago

Game 4 feels like a must-win for Valkyries -- but can they generate enough offense?

What changes must Golden State make to counter Angel Reese's determination and dominance in the WNBA Finals?

ESPN · WNBA · 1 hour ago

Valkyries not panicking but sense 'urgency' with 2-1 Finals deficit

The Valkyries don't want to panic, but they understand what's at stake as they face a 2-1 deficit in the WNBA Finals after being routed by Atlanta in Game 3.

ESPN · WNBA · 1 hour ago

Reese's latest double-double fuels Game 3 rout as Dream take 2-1 Finals lead

Angel Reese kept the Dream rolling in Game 3 with a 97-71 win as Atlanta took a 2-1 lead over the Valkyries in the WNBA Finals.

ESPN · WNBA · 1 hour ago

Kanter Freedom denied entry to Game 3 of WNBA Finals after refusing suite

Enes Kanter Freedom was denied entry to Game 3 of the WNBA Finals, according to a video he posted to social media, after he refused to sit in a private suite arranged for him by the Dream and State Farm Arena in response to his safety concerns.

ESPN · WNBA · 1 hour ago

Retiring Engelbert reflects on WNBA's growth, says job requires 'thick skin'

Cathy Engelbert said she's proud of the growth she has helped oversee as WNBA commissioner while acknowledging you need "thick skin" to do the job.

ESPN · WNBA · 1 hour ago

Fever forward Boston has arthroscopic knee surgery

Fever forward Aliyah Boston underwent arthroscopic surgery on her knee.

ESPN · WNBA · 1 hour ago

🏀 Reese or Williams at No. 1? Top 15 WNBA Finals players

Which Valkyries and Dream players have played the best so far in the postseason heading into the WNBA Finals?

ESPN · WNBA · 1 hour ago

Recruiting class rankings: Houston, UConn lead early top 10

The best freshmen classes for 2027-28 -- starting with Houston, UConn and Indiana. Yes, Duke is in the top 10.

ESPN · NCAAB · 1 hour ago

Teams that gained -- and lost -- most in the transfer portal

Tennessee and Texas are on the rise, but two teams from Georgia have taken a step back.

ESPN · NCAAB · 1 hour ago

'09 World Series MVP Matsui named manager of NPB's Giants

MLB.com · MLB · 1 hour ago

The World Series could hinge on this strength-on-strength matchup

The Brewers are hard to defend. But nobody defends like the Rays

MLB.com · MLB · 2 hours ago

The unbelievable tales and talent of Jacob Misiorowski

Misiorowski does amazing things with a baseball. It turns out, that's not the only incredible thing about him.

ESPN · MLB · 2 hours ago

Just how rare a World Series between teams that have never won really is

At the final out of this Fall Classic, the Brewers or Rays will be celebrating their first title.

ESPN · MLB · 2 hours ago

Rays opt for Martinez to start World Series over ace Rasmussen

In a bit of a curveball, the Rays will start Nick Martinez, not staff ace Drew Rasmussen, in Game 1 of the World Series against the Brewers.

ESPN · MLB · 2 hours ago

Vogt shuns Mariners rumors, says he'll manage Guardians in '27

Guardians manager Stephen Vogt dispelled speculation about his future, saying he'll return next season to chase an elusive World Series title.

ESPN · MLB · 2 hours ago

Tsarukyan lunges at Danis, igniting fracas at presser ahead of RAF matchup

Arman Tsarukyan took exception to Dillon Danis mocking teammate Khamzat Chimaev and lunged at him Thursday, igniting a scuffle ahead of their RAF wrestling match.

ESPN · MMA · 13 hours ago

Jay Wright, among HOF inductees, stunned by present-day hoops landscape

Jay Wright was among several people inducted into the National Collegiate Hall of Fame on Thursday.

ESPN · NCAAB · 16 hours ago

Michigan's Gayle Jr. cleared for 5th season of college hoops

Roddy Gayle Jr. has been cleared to play a fifth season of college basketball for No. 16 Michigan, according to Wolverines coach Mike Boynton.

ESPN · NCAAB · 18 hours ago

Predictions for all 32 men's basketball conference players of the year

From experienced seniors to talented newcomers and big-name transfers, here are the front-runners in each league.

ESPN · NCAAB · 22 hours ago

End of an era: Villanova to exit Philly's Big 5 college hoops series

Villanova will leave the Big 5 college basketball series at the end of this season, with the event continuing next season with five teams in a round-robin format.

ESPN · NCAAB · 22 hours ago

Self says KU fans crossed line aiming profanity at ex-Jayhawks star Bidunga

Louisville's Flory Bidunga said he expected Jayhawks fans to taunt him Wednesday night, but Kansas coach Bill Self said the use of profanity crossed a line.

ESPN · NCAAB · 1 day ago

Chimaev: If Strickland wants to get paid, he should accept rematch

Khamzat Chimaev believes he should still be the UFC's middleweight champion and wants Sean Strickland to accept a rematch if he is serious about making money.

ESPN · MMA · 1 day ago

Retirement, fighting at 40 don't scare Volkanovski

Even at 38 years old, UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski says he will deliver one of the finest performances of his career at UFC 333.

ESPN · MMA · 1 day ago

Senators fans booing Tkachuk draws memories of previous unpleasant sports returns

Brady Tkachuk isn't the first notable sports figure to be met with jeers by fans of his prior team.

ESPN · NCAAB · 1 day ago

Loss bumps Blanchfield, boosts Suarez, Jandiroda in women's pound-for-pound rankings

After winning UFC women's flyweight title, Silva rises in ESPN's P4P top 10.

ESPN · MMA · 2 days ago

MMA divisional rankings: Mike Malott knocks on door, enters at welterweight

Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond.

ESPN · MMA · 2 days ago

UFC champ Volkanovski proposes 'send-off' superbout vs. Gaethje

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is calling for a "send-off" superfight against lightweight champion Justin Gaethje.

ESPN · MMA · 2 days ago