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There was a mixed reaction to receiver A.J. Brown's departure by his former Eagles teammates Tuesday, ranging from a sense of loss to relief that the saga is now in the rearview mirror.

The SEC and Big Ten released a joint statement saying they do not support the current version of a bipartisan bill designed to regulate an industry struggling for answers in a quickly changing era in which some players make millions.

Caleb Williams is on the cover of "Madden NFL 27," making him the first Bears player to earn that distinction.

Warriors superstar Stephen Curry has signed a 10-year, $400 million endorsement contract with Chinese sportswear company Li-Ning.

Comedian Marcello Hernández will take the stage to celebrate the achievements, athletes and moments in sports from the past year as host of The ESPYS on July 15, it was announced Wednesday.

We have the final 26-player squads that can win the FIFA World Cup, so let's go through all 48 teams and rank where they stand.

The NFL season is 100 days away. Let's celebrate with 100 things to know, including bold predictions, fantasy sleepers and injury buzz.

Take in a blast from the past with this list of every cover athlete in the Madden NFL franchise from this millennium.

Three decades ago, another generational big man led his team to the NBA Finals in his third season. That man was Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal.

Two teams, 30 players, one series. We rank every player who could take the court in this year's NBA Finals.

ESPN's Football Power Index ratings are live. These simulations of the 2026 season provide playoff chances, potential draft order and our 1-32 team ranking.

Mike Clay explains how understanding the basics of fantasy will help you build a winning team.

Ali died at age 74. His life and his legacy left an unforgettable imprint on sports, society and culture.

The 25-year-old entered the Cup finals tied for the goal-scoring lead this postseason. Teammates reveal how he got to this point.

Minnesota rides a five-game win streak to the top while Indiana's offensive struggles drops it from top 10.

With three weeks of action in the books, here's how the teams line up from 1-8.

Who is the FIFA president, and what has he done since taking over from the disgraced Sepp Blatter a decade ago? Talking to those around the game, the answer is more complicated than you think.

The Premier League season ended just nine days ago, but Arne Slot's dismissal as Liverpool manager means the biggest clubs are preparing for a new battle at the top already.

As the Padres' sale for $3.9 billion becomes official, a look back at the tenure that transformed the franchise.

The Wildcats added the top-ranked transfer to rise into the top 25 alongside the Jayhawks and Tar Heels.

Tomas Hertl scored 16:36 into the third period, his fourth goal of the postseason, as the Golden Knights overcame an early deficit to defeat the Hurricanes 5-4 in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Jim Schwartz, who resigned from his position as the Browns' defensive coordinator in February after being passed over for Cleveland's head coaching job, explained his decision to step down.

Coach Sean McVay said the Rams felt fortunate to have had the chance to acquire Myles Garrett and compared it to the deal that landed them Matthew Stafford.

Does Myles Garrett really put the Rams over the top? Will the Browns regret the move? And how does Jared Verse fit in? Let's size up this massive trade.

Chicago's Rome Odunze is looking for a more productive Year 3 with added responsibility.

Can Williams change the tide after Barkley's latest season was indicative of the long-alleged Madden curse?

Repeat run for Miami? Revenge for Duke? Reset for Clemson? Redemption at UNC? Intrigue abounds in the ACC.

What new faces and top prospects will impact the 2026 season? We stack the best of the bunch.