New Cav Isaiah Thomas to begin rehab work on hip this week

All indications reportedly are that Thomas, obtained in the Kyrie Irving trade, will miss at least the early part of the regular season.

Mickelson misses US PGA cut

Phil Mickelson's 100th major has been one to forget after his impressive run of making the cut at the US PGA Championship came to an end.

Nets hope for $2B sale

Nets representatives reportedly had 20 meetings lined up last month in China after Prokhorov's failed attempts to sell a minority stake.

Celtics' Thomas: 'The hip is great'

Thomas, who averaged 28.9 points and 5.9 assists last season, opted not to have surgery on the right hip that knocked him from the playoffs.

Cubs to give Bartman a ring

Cubs owner Tom Ricketts: "No gesture can fully lift the public burden he has endured for more than a decade."

Suns: No Josh Jackson for Kyrie

The Suns are OK with trading Eric Bledsoe and a first-round pick in 2018 for Kyrie Irving but they don't want to include Josh Jackson.

Titans waive Tretola

After suffering minor injuries in a recent shooting, Sebastian Tretola has been waived by the Tennessee Titans.

Lonzo (calf) hopes to play in final

The Lakers rookie and No. 2 overall pick will get treatment on a tight right calf in hopes of facing the Blazers on Tuesday.

G Rodriguez heads back to Europe

He averaged 7.8 points and 5.1 assists for the 76ers last season, but he was the EuroLeague MVP in 2014 and helped Real Madrid win a title.

McGregor: Mayweather 'should've paid his taxes and stayed retired'

And about Mayweather's IRS problems? "He's f—ed now," McGregor said.

Floyd Mayweather doesn't have enough cash to pay 2015 taxes

"Money" has asked the IRS if he can pay the back taxes after his August fight with Conor McGregor that could earn him $100M to $400M.

Denver woos Paul Millsap

A high-level team of Nuggets reps were in Atlanta on Sunday (AEDT), zeroing in on Millsap, who would be an immediate frontcourt upgrade.

Venus Williams sued for wrongful death in South Florida car accident

Venus Williams is being sued by the woman whose husband died in a traffic accident that South Florida police blame on the tennis star.

Knicks, Jackson part company

The New York Knicks have parted company with president of basketball operations Phil Jackson.

Six-time Grand Slam winner Boris Becker declared bankrupt

A London court registrar made the declaration "with regret," adding, "I remember watching him play on Centre Court."

Mickelson pulls out of U.S. Open

Phil Mickelson has withdrawn from the U.S. Open to attend his daughter's high school graduation and partly due to the weather forecast at Erin Hills.

U.S. Open golf 2017: Jordan Spieth expects big swing at Erin Hills' No. 18, literally and figuratively

Spieth played in the 2011 U.S. Amateur at Erin Hills and says its massive par-5 18th hole could be where the 2017 U.S. Open is decided.

Cavs fan Jason Day praises Warriors after NBA Finals loss

Jason Day's U.S. Open week began badly as he was forced to accept his Cleveland Cavaliers' being second best to the Golden State Warriors.

11 interesting NBA Finals stats

The high-scoring, sharpshooting Cavs and Warriors are at it again.

Jack Nicklaus on Tiger Woods: 'He needs our help'

Nicklaus on Tuesday acknowledged that golf likely has missed out on the potential of Woods breaking Jack's record of 18 major victories.

Chris Bosh's comeback questioned

Why NBA teams aren't sold on Chris Bosh's comeback.

Hawks' MIllsap opts out

Millsap, 32, becomes the top free-agent power forward, and the Hawks say they're interested in re-signing him.

Dana White: Georges St-Pierre comeback bout is off

That Georges St-Pierre comeback? Not happening, UFC president Dana White says.

Fiancee thought call about Aaron Hernandez suicide was 'a hoax'

Shayanna Jenkins-Hernandez tells Dr. Phil she thought the call she got about Hernandez's suicide was a "cruel person playing a trick."

Steve Kerr’s health issue ‘fixable,’ Warriors GM says

The debilitating health issues confronting Steve Kerr are "fixable," Warriors GM Bob Myers told The Associated Press on Thursday (AEDT), and he is confident Golden State's coach will return to the bench.

Tiger's goals become more modest

After his fourth back surgery since April 2014, Tiger Woods is focused on one thing: returning to a "healthy, active lifestyle," his agent says.

Celtics expect Isaiah Thomas to play in Game 2 against Bulls

Isaiah Thomas participated in the Celtics' afternoon shootaround on Tuesday (AEST) and coach Brad Stevens says he expects the All-Star guard to play against the Bulls in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference playoff series, ESPN reported.

Dustin Johnson still ‘quite sore’

Dustin Johnson's back remains "quite sore" after his fall on the eve of the Masters, his agent says via ESPN.com, but the world number one will return to competition as planned next month.

Masters start honours Palmer

Arnie's Army paid an emotional tribute to its fallen leader on Thursday, as four-time Masters champion Arnold Palmer's absence cast a shadow over 2017's ceremonial honorary start.

People are still betting on Tiger Woods to win the Masters?

What's the old saying? You've got to be in it to win it.

World Baseball Classic schedule: How to watch, live stream USA vs. Japan WBC semifinal

Team USA and Japan meet in the World Baseball Classic semifinal, while Puerto Rico awaits the winner in the finals.

LaMarcus Aldridge: ‘It felt good to be back out there’

LaMarcus Aldridge was disappointed the Spurs lost on Thursday (AEDT) in his first game back from heart problems, but in the larger scheme of things?

Dwyane Wade to miss rest of regular season with broken elbow

The Bulls' push for a playoff spot took a significant hit on Friday (AEDT) after an MRI exam on Dwyane Wade's right elbow revealed a broken bone in the joint and a sprain that will sideline him for the rest of the regular season.

Spurs' Aldridge cleared to resume play after heart problems

San Antonio Spurs forward LaMarcus Aldridge has been cleared to resume basketball activities following heart problems and will play against the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday (AEDT).

Police suspect woman arrested last month at Mets camp was stalking Tim Tebow

Michelle Marie Thompson, 36, was arrested at the Mets complex, two days after she told Port St. Lucie, Fla., police she lived with Tebow.

Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s vehicle torched during stop on UK tour

Unidentified vandals torched Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s vehicle over the weekend as he made a tour appearance in the UK, according to multiple media reports.

UFC 209: Nurmagomedov hospitalised

The co-main event at UFC 209 was cancelled after Khabib Nurmagomedov was hospitalised due to "weight management medical issues".

Andrew Bogut and the 76ers reportedly agree to buyout

Where to next?

Nike, FIBA sign 11-year partnership

The sides will work together marketing the game and building player development across all of FIBA's divisions and member federations.

Nike, FIBA sign 11-year partnership

The sides will work together marketing the game and building player development across all of FIBA's divisions and member federations.

Jack Nicklaus: Tiger Woods' situation 'sad'

Tiger Woods' back is the problem, he says, but Jack Nicklaus wonders about his mindset too.

Lakers name Magic Johnson president, fire GM Kupchak, Buss

The Los Angeles Lakers announced a seismic front-office shake-up on Tuesday, firing general manager Mitch Kupchak, naming Magic Johnson president of basketball operations and saying co-owner Jim Buss no longer will hold his role of executive vice-president of basketball operations.

Tom Brady's still-missing jersey worth $500K, Houston cops say

According to the Houston Police report, the alleged crime is considered a first-degree felony.

Legendary trainer gives McGregor a puncher's chance against Mayweather

Conor McGregor would “have his hands full" against Floyd Mayweather Jr., longtime boxing trainer Freddie Roach said Monday on "The MMA Hour" podcast (via MMAFighting.com), but he thinks the UFC champion won't be the boxing pushover many predict.

Magic aims to call the shots

Magic Johnson wants to do a lot more than offer suggestions to the Lakers.

Tiger Woods withdraws from two more tournaments

He withdrew after a 77 at the Dubai Desert Classic and says "ongoing back spasms" will keep him out of the Genesis Open and Honda Classic.

Doritos ends 10-year Super Bowl run, so munch on these 10 funniest commercials

Check out Doritos' 10 funniest Super Bowl commercials of all-time.

Tony Romo trade rumors: QB's contract among complicating factors for swift move

Trading Tony Romo is the Cowboys' No. 1 priority for the offseason, but it might take a while.

Tom Brady insists Texans are 'a really good team' with a 'damn good defense'

Don't tell Tom Brady this playoff game is against a team the Patriots have outscored 171-79 in five straight wins.

LeBron James, Michael Phelps starstruck ... by each other

LeBron James dedicated a thunderous dunk to Michael Phelps during Monday's (AEDT) victory in Phoenix and the decorated Olympian returned the favour with some high praise after the game.

Where will Lane Kiffin be when Alabama plays Clemson in National Championship?

The former Crimson Tide offensive coordinator says that friend and replacement Steve Sarkisian "will do awesome."

Former Chargers team doctor reaches settlement in Junior Seau case

The California medical board claimed that Seau, in the months before his suicide in 2012, didn't receive proper care from Dr. David Chao.

NFL has a million reasons to worry about TV viewership

No matter the reason, the average NFL game was watched by 1.4 million fewer television viewers this season than in 2015.

Panic aboard Butler plane as cabin loses pressure: 'We had guys crying'

Coach Chris Holtmann told ESPN that players screamed in panic in the darkened airplane and staff members texted their wives out of fear.

Colts' Robert Mathis to retire, can surpass Dwight Freeney's sack total in last game

Robert Mathis, 35, will play his last game Sunday but says he's a "Colt for life."

Ryan Tannehill's return for playoffs not as important as QB's career, Dolphins say

Miami is holding out hope its quarterback can return for the playoffs, but the Dolphins promise to be "smart."

There have been 11 position players confirmed for Team USA's roster including Buster Posey, Eric Hosmer, Andrew McCutchen, Daniel Murphy and Nolan Arenado.

Serena Williams announces engagement

Serena Williams took to Reddit to announce her engagement to Alexis Ohanian, the co-founder of the online platform.

Dwyane Wade: ‘I lost a little vision’ because of migraine

Dwyane Wade was forced from the Bulls' game on Thursday (AEDT) because of a migraine that affected his vision.

Longtime BYU football coach LaVell Edwards dies at 86

He propelled the Mormon-affiliated university's football team onto the national stage and few paralleled his longevity.

Texans' AFC playoff game is big, like bigger than monster trucks

If you've wondered which is bigger in Texas, football or monster trucks, we have an answer.

Heisman winner Rashaan Salaam died of gunshot to head, coroner says

The nature of Salaam's death hadn't been made public, though his mother had said he left a note, indicating it was a suicide.

WATCH: Players give 77-year-old coach 'Gatorade' bath

Kansas State celebrated its Texas Bowl win over Texas A&M by showering 77-year-old coach Bill Snyder with an unconventional victory bath.

Team MVP, pending free agent Le’Veon Bell wants to stay a Steeler

QB Ben Roethlisberger on the Steelers' pending negotiations with the AFC rushing leader: "They do need to do whatever they can to keep him.”

Coach is 77? Here’s the kind of victory bath you give him

Kansas State celebrated its Texas Bowl win over Texas A&M by showering 77-year-old coach Bill Snyder with an unconventional victory bath.

Blame Matthew Stafford, not his injured finger, for recent interceptions

Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford knows not to make excuses.

Lane Kiffin on Nick Saban ass-chewings, 'abnormal' Jalen Hurts and the Steve Sarkisian transition

The soon-to-be FAU coach recalls his time working for Nick Saban: It's always a process, and Steve Sarkisian probably will be better at it.

Derek Carr's chances to return for potential Raiders Super Bowl don't look good

The 25-year-old MVP candidate with a broken leg continues to lead: "We still have work to do as a team and goals to obtain."

Dethroned Broncos have 4 options at QB for 2017; none are great

Get an O-line for Trevor Siemian? Go with Paxton Lynch? Look at Tony Romo? It's not pretty, which describes the Broncos offense in 2016.

Michigan, Harbaugh get to Florida

Harbaugh raised eyebrows by conducting spring drills in the Sunshine State this year, but this time around it's for the Orange Bowl.

Will Cowboys give QB Romo reps?

What good would it do to play Tony Romo with his backside protected by a third-stringer while throwing to a backup, too?

Michael Floyd: 'Right now it's about learning from that mistake'

Michael Floyd spoke to Boston media for the first time since the Patriots signed him following his DUI arrest.

Kenneth Starr: 'I personally have doubts that there were gang rapes' at Baylor

Starr and football coach Art Briles were fired this summer after an outside investigation described “institutional failures at every level."

Troy Aikman gushes over Dak Prescott: ‘He is the future’

“I said this was the most impressive young player I’ve ever been around at the position."

Man fatally stabs stepmom for ‘gloating’ about Cowboys win, police say

The Austin, Texas, man told police that his stepmother was "disrespecting his father and gloating" about the Cowboys' Sunday night win.

ESPN's Jon Gruden: 'Right now, I have no intentions of coaching'

The "Monday Night Football" analyst reportedly would listen to the Rams, so the "right now" is a key part of his non-denial denial.

Baylor assistants face no further punishment for NCAA violations

The violations — unrelated to the sexual assault scandal — involved Kendal Briles and Tate Wallis, who had already been punished by Baylor.

'An Iron Bowl Christmas' video has a fun plot twist at the end

The Alabama-Auburn football rivalry is a 365-days-a-year thing — including Dec. 25.

Michael Floyd's DUI arrest video shows Floyd passed out behind wheel

“You got four cars. You got four cop cars for one drunk.”

Top Duke recruit Harry Giles knocks off rust in college debut

Monday's win over Tennessee State marked the first time No. 5 Duke (11-1) had its full team healthy.

AP Top 25: Unbeaten Villanova remains No. 1; UCLA No. 2

The Wildcats (11-0) received 56 of 65 first-place votes from the national media panel.

Brock Lesnar, Jon Jones suspended for a year after failed drug tests

Brock Lesnar and Jon Jones, who both failed USADA drug tests connected to UFC 200, will be suspended one year under settlements approved Thursday by the Nevada State Athletic Commission.

Floyd Mayweather offering $10,000 to best Conor McGregor troll

Floyd Mayweather Jr. is so eager to troll Conor McGregor that "Money" is putting his you-know-what where his mouth is in the ongoing feud.

Tom Brady talks like he's intimidated by Von Miller, Broncos defense

The crowd noise and Broncos' ability to anticipate the snap count make Mile High the toughest venue in the NFL for the Pats QB.

Three reasons to believe Pete Carroll when he rules out coaching Rams

There are three big reasons — all tied to his recently signed contract extension — why the Seahawks coach won't be heading to L.A.

Ohio State to kick off 2017 season on a Thursday at Indiana

The Buckeyes and Hoosiers will meet Aug. 31, the sixth time they've met in the opener but the first time since 1954.

Former Mississippi State football player Quay Evans charged with murder

Quay Evans, who played at MSU in 2012 and '13, is charged in a weekend shooting that left one dead and another critically wounded.

Joe McKnight's funeral includes former Jets teammates as pallbearers

Former Jets QB Mark Sanchez: “There's a brotherhood and camaraderie that we share, so it’s tough to lose someone."

Dodgers give Kenley Jansen 2nd-largest contract ever for closer, reports say

His signing is part of an offseason that has redefined what teams are willing to pay dominant ninth-inning specialists.

Jerry Jones doesn't want to hear your cries for Tony Romo over Dak Prescott

The Cowboys owner refuses to bail on Dak Prescott after the rookie's worst game this season.

Who is Major Applewhite? Get to know Houston's new football coach

Get to know Houston's new football coach, Major Applewhite

NFL players' 'My Cause, My Cleats' custom shoes up for auction

Bidders may choose their (potential) shoes based on the cause they support or on the player who wore the custom cleats.

Hey, why was Washington State's coach on Idaho's bench?

Ernie Kent won a Coaches vs. Cancer charity auction item—an all-access pass to one of Idaho's games.

Admiral’s ‘never took a knee’ remark draws cheers at Pearl Harbor ceremony

Athletes have kneeled during the national anthem to protest, among other things, what they describe as social injustice.

Giants' Nikita Whitlock's home vandalized with racist graffiti

In addition to a swastika near the home's entry, Whitlock says he found "KKK" and "Go back to Africa" scrawled on walls.

Coaching search roundup: Cincinnati, Houston, USF top openings

A few names are popping up on multiple schools' candidate lists.

Lane Kiffin, Charlie Strong among potential USF candidates to replace Willie Taggart

The opening in talent-rich Florida — albeit in a Group of 5 conference — also could draw the interest of former Bucs coach Greg Schiano.

Stanford's Christian McCaffrey to declare for NFL Draft, report says

A multipurpose back, he has 3,922 career rushing yards, 1,206 receiving yards, 1,859 return yards and 33 TDs.

Ex-Alabama QB Blake Barnett commits to Arizona State

By leaving Alabama in late September, Barnett will be eligible to play for Arizona State as soon as late September 2017.

Claire Smith becomes first woman to win BBWAA's Spink Award

A pioneer covering MLB and influential among African-American writers, she won the award named for the lontime Sporting News publisher.

Japanese two-way star Shohei Otani eyes MLB move for 2018

He's the first player to be named to the Japan League's Best Nine team as a pitcher (with a 102 mph fastball) and hitter (.322, 22 HRs).

Floyd Mayweather camp speaks on possible fight with Conor McGregor

A fight between Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor is unlikely to occur, according to the former five-division champion's promoters.

MLB winter meetings 2016: Schedule, location, streaming, TV coverage

With a new five-year labor agreement tentatively completed Wednesday, MLB now sets about the real business of baseball: the winter meetings.

MLB labor deal ends World Series home-field advantage for All-Star Game winner

The All-Star Game outcome was tied to the World Series in the wake of a disastrous 11-inning, 2-2 tie in the 2002 Midsummer Classic.

How Navy-Temple could unleash bowl-bid chaos

A Midshipmen victory could trigger paralysis in the bowl-bid process that might not be unlocked until after Dec. 10's Army-Navy game.

Cost of unexpected success? Potentially $175K, Colorado fans

Field-rushing fans at Colorado's Folsom Field could cost the athletic department $175,000 under the Pac-12's new rule.

Sharper sentenced to 20 years

“I can only imagine myself lying there like a vegetable while he took advantage of my body."

Notre Dame's Jerry Tillery apologizes for cheap shots against USC

He appeared to purposely nudge one injured Trojan's head and later intentionally stepped on another's foot as they lay on the ground.

Penn State RB Saquon Barkley 'feeling fine' to play vs. Wisconsin

The No. 7 Nittany Lions are "anticipating and expecting" their 1,000-yard rusher for the Big Ten Championship against No. 6 Wisconsin.

AP Top 25: Kentucky, Villanova remain 1-2

Baylor, ranked No. 20 last week, jumped to No. 9 after winning the Battle 4 Atlantis.

Claims Clemson used racial slurs ‘absolutely false,’ Dabo Swinney says

"Absolutely I asked my guys about that and to a man absolutely false.”

Cowboys-Redskins game draws record viewership for Fox Sports

The Thanksgiving game was the most-watched regular-season NFL game in Fox Sports history.

There's a lot of money at stake for coaches this Rivalry Week

It's not just conference bragging rights on the line this weekend. There are six-figure payouts that could be triggered.

Two dead, four injured in shootings at Louisville youth football event

The shootings pushed the city past its homicide record as hundreds attended the annual Juice Bowl flag football event.

Michigan QB Wilton Speight practiced Tuesday, Jim Harbaugh confirms

The No. 3 Wolverines' top QB was hurt Nov. 12 and didn't play last week, but Harbaugh wouldn't say who would start at No. 2 Ohio State.

Even the Cardinals are cashing in on the Cubs' crown

Cubs, Cubs and more Cubs: St. Louis will be selling a five-game ticket plan for all Chicago games at Busch Stadium.

Good luck finding an 'M' on the Ohio State campus this week

There's an excess of X's, all in red, popping up all over the Columbus campus, all because of TSUN.

Baylor associate AD accused of grabbing reporter by throat

Heath Nielsen, 47, works directly with the Bears football program “and is responsible for management of the public image of the program.”

NASCAR Chase final round: Schedule, times, TV info at Homestead-Miami

It's championship weekend at Homestead-Miami Speedway with titles on the line in the Sprint Cup, Xfinity and Trucks series.

Response to Ray Lewis' Joe Flacco burn includes mic-drop moment

Safety Eric Weddle had the perfect response to ex-Raven Ray Lewis' assessment Joe Flacco's lack of passion hurts him.

Thomas Davis provides the Luke Kuechly injury update we've been wanting

Panthers coach Ron Rivera had no update Friday, other than confirming Luke Kuechly was in the concussion protocol.

Louisville's College Football Playoff flop vs. Houston in six key quotes

Nobody was happy, but the Cardinals were surprisingly at peace with a bad effort.

2017 MLB season to open with seven games in two days on ESPN

The World Series champion Cubs open defense of their first title since 1908 in prime time April 2 against — wait for it — the Cardinals.

Memo has long list of warnings for Texans while in Mexico City

"DO NOT leave the hotel."

Four Purdue football players accused of sexual assault

A law firm representing two alleged victims called on the university to expel the athletes.

Mike Evans vows to stand for national anthem despite 'strong emotions'

Mike Evans apologized to military members and fans who were offended by his kneeling for the national anthem Sunday.

Odell Beckham Jr. inspired by Conor McGregor, dancing like Michael Jackson

The Giants' receiver took 36 games to hit the 3,500-yard mark, surpassing Chargers legend Lance Alworth's mark of 37.

Duke remains overwhelming No. 1 in AP Top 25 rankings

The Blue Devils (2-0) received 58 of a possible 65 first-place votes in the first regular-season poll.

USC flips four-star QB Jack Sears after win over Washington

The No. 5 pro-style QB in the nation attends the same high school in San Clemente, Calif., that Trojans QB Sam Darnold attended.

Rob Gronkowski vs. Kam Chancellor: One play, six views, no excuses

After the Seahawks' hard-fought win, the views from the two locker rooms regarding the last play were remarkably measured.

MLB free agency: Blue Jays grab possible replacements for Jose Bautista, Edwin Encarnacion

The agreements with Kendrys Morales and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. may signify the Blue Jays moving on.

Hurricanes' Bryan Bickell has MS

"Since the 2015 playoffs, I've been struggling to understand what was going on with my body."

'First Take' moving to ESPN from ESPN2 in January

Skip Bayless “could have left to work on a lobster boat and ratings would have suffered,” an ESPN executive said.

Georgia icon Bill Stanfill, member of unbeaten '72 Dolphins, dies at 69

A College Hall of Famer, he went on to be a member of two Super Bowl-winning Dolphins teams, including the 14-0 1972 team.

Florida 6-11 freshman center Gorjok Gak ruled eligible for 2016-17

Florida won its appeal with the NCAA, making the native of Australia eligible for this season, starting with Friday's opener.

Gators' Appleby to start at QB

True freshman Feleipe Franks will serve as a backup "we're not afraid to play at any point," coach Jim McElwain said.

Baylor AD Mack Rhoades: 'This is certainly a tenuous time'

He calls Bears assistants' tweet in support of fired coach Art Briles one of many 'bumps in the road.'

Voters OK public money for new Texas Rangers ballpark

The retractable-roof stadium could open as soon as 2020 as the replacement for the MLB team's current ballpark that opened in 1994.

NCAA won't sanction Baylor like it did Penn State, report says

Baylor still faces a more narrowly focused NCAA investigation.

Cowboys never going to have QB situation 'totally sorted out,' Jerry Jones says

Dak Prescott or Tony Romo? "We're going to play it by ear, play it as it comes. We can do that," the Cowboys owner says.

Penn State challenges $7.3M award to Sandusky whistleblower Mike McQueary

The university called the multimillion-dollar award last month "excessive" and "grossly exorbitant."

Seahawks' Richard Sherman: ‘They didn’t blow the whistle, so I played until the whistle’

Sherman was offsides as he went for a block and ran into Bills kicker Dan Carpenter. He was called for offsides, but there was no roughing call.

Magic Johnson: Life since November 7, 1991

"Life is going to go on for me."

Browns' Christian Kirksey: ‘We’re not going to go 0-16’

The Browns don't want to match the '08 Lions, Kirksey said. "That's motivation. … We're not going winless."

RB Jalen Hurd explains why he chose to leave Tennessee

Jalen Hurd says he went to Tennessee knowing he was a bad fit for the Vols read-option offense, plus he has had a series of injuries.

Here's how all those 'Cubs World Champions' hats got to Chicago in time for parade

It took planning, hard work and one scary 2015 NLCS for New Era to hit the cap-selling jackpot.

Wade Phillips in press box?

The defensive coordinator retains his sense of humor about the incident but also knows he doesn't want to get hit again.

Aldon Smith: 'Back in two weeks'

Smith was suspended Nov. 17 for violating the NFL's drug policy after his fifth run-in with police since he was a first-round pick in 2011.

Lead plaintiff in NFL concussion suit had 'extraordinary' brain damage

Examination of former NFL RB Kevin Turner's brain showed that he had the most advanced stage of CTE when he died in March at age 46.

Penn State faces $2.4M fine stemming from Jerry Sandusky case

The largest fine ever assessed under federal crime-reporting laws came after a probe that started days after Jerry Sandusky was indicted.

Cardinals give manager Mike Matheny three-year extension, through 2020

Matheny, 46, is 461-349 (.569) in five seasons as manager, an average of 92 wins per season.

World Series 2016: Of course there's a new Cubs-related 'SportsCenter' commercial

ESPN "SportsCenter" ad zeroes in on Cubs title.

POTUS, FLOTUS congratulate Cubs from different perspectives

The White House — home to a Chicago baseball mixed marriage — offered up two forms of congratulations.

Eagles' Doug Pederson says Josh Huff must 'suffer consequences,' but WR can play

Josh Huff will be available for the Eagles against the Giants despite his arrest this week.

NFL players strongly support medical marijuana, survey shows

Of 226 players surveyed by ESPN, 71 percent favor legalization and more than half think players would prefer cannabis over painkillers.

Back from two torn ACLs, No. 10 Arizona’s Ray Smith suffers another leg injury

The former 5-star has torn ACLs in both knees the past two seasons.

Western Michigan QB Zach Terrell tops 'academic Heisman' finalists

The 12 finalists for the "academic Heisman" represent a cross-section of divisions, positions and majors, but all are top-notch students.

Alabama transfer QB Blake Barnett to take first official visit to Oregon

The former five-star recruit will reportedly take all five of his allotted visits.

Ed Orgeron masterfully answers questions like a guy on a job interview

A lifelong Tigers fan, interim coach Ed Orgeron gets it. LSU fans want a win over No. 1 Alabama — bad.

Ezekiel Elliott already better than Emmitt Smith, former NFL star says

"Emmitt was a good running back, but I wouldn't go so far as to say he was a great running back," the former Eagles Pro Bowl LB says.

N.Y. justice orders NFL to reveal how it handled concussion issues over two decades

The league has tried to keep secret what it knew and when in how it handled the risks of concussions in players.

Bob Knight trolls Michigan fans at Trump rally in Grand Rapids

The longtime Indiana coach recalled for the Michigan crowd his days playing at Ohio State: "We beat your ass most every time we played you."

Wade Phillips: 'I get the big hit award for the week!'

The Broncos defensive coordinator is OK but should at least get a helmet sticker — if he had a helmet.

Man charged with reckless driving after fans injured at Martinsville Speedway

The unidentified man is accused by police of driving into a crowd at the Speedway, injuring 22.

Jerry Jones confident Ezekiel Elliott won't face suspension

The Cowboys owner says he's been told the rookie running back is getting "a total clean bill of health" in the domestic violence probe.

C.J. Anderson's knee surgery 'a super success' but return unclear

If the Broncos place Anderson on injured reserve, he will be out of game action a minimum of eight weeks, under NFL rules.

WADA slams Rio anti-doping

More than a third of all athletes at Rio had no record of drug testing in 2016.

Florida State WR Bobo Wilson out for Clemson game

Wilson, who has 30 receptions for 390 yards and one TD and also returns punts, injured his right foot Oct. 15 against Wake Forest.

Gus Bradley and his 14-41 record aren't going anywhere, Jags owner says

The Jags were down 27-0 by halftime as the defense gave up 354 yards in two quarters and it appeared the team gave up in the fourth quarter.

Ex-BC player dies in car wreck

Holloway, a three-year letter-winner at BC from 2009-11, is the son of former NFL player Brian Holloway.

Former NFL stars highlight 2017 Black College Hall of Fame class

Future All-Pro players Harold Jackson, Gary "Big Hands" Johnson and Robert Porcher highlight the six-member class.

Jose Fernandez, companions smelled of alcohol after wreck, report says

A warrant says the 32-foot boat was moving at a high rate of speed with a "recklessness" that was “exacerbated" by alcohol consumption.

Michigan's Jim Harbaugh tops 2016 coaches' pay list at $9M

Four SEC coaches are among the 10 highest-paid in FBS, while six of the bottom 10 coaches come from the MAC.

Steve Bartman still a Cubs fan, cheering for Chicago in 2016 World Series

Long the focus of Cubs fans' angst after his ill-advised move in the 2003 NLCS, Steve Bartman is doing just fine and still cheering for his team, a family friend says.

Police investigating Virginia hazing allegations, report says

First-year Virginia WR Aidan Howard has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit, alleging a culture of bullying and abuse at the university.

Fan falls from ‘severe height’ at Broncos’ stadium after Texans game

The individual reportedly suffered serious injuries after what reportedly was a fall from 30-50 feet.

Kenta Maeda to start NLCS Game 5, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirms

"We're expecting Kenta to go out there and throw well. And I expect for us to play a much cleaner game," Roberts said after Game 4.

Cubs fan Craig Sager got out of hospital in time to fly the 'W'

The Turner broadcaster and lifelong Cubs fan is fighting leukemia but got out of the hospital in time to watch Game 4 of the NLCS.

Houston talks 'reasonable' extension for 'hottest commodity' Tom Herman

Herman's name has been mentioned in connection to Power 5 jobs as varied as LSU, Oregon, Penn State and Texas.

Memo gave Big 12 members do’s, don’ts on expansion comments

The 15-month process that ended with a do-nothing result immediately became fodder for media criticism.

Those sagging TV ratings have NFL owners' attention

No matter the reasons, the NFL's "biggest fear" should be that fans turning away in 2016 might be going away for good.

Broncos 'want to kill' Brock Osweiler, Brandon Marshall says

Broncos players have no ill will toward former Denver QB Brock Osweiler, but they want to beat him bad.

Bill Belichick is done with your technology: 'I just can’t take it anymore'

The Patriots coach won't use Microsoft Surface tablets on the sideline anymore because they're too "undependable." He prefers pictures instead.

Oklahoma RB Samaje Perine out 2-3 weeks

Joe Mixon and Abdul Adams are the No. 16 Sooners' only scholarship running backs for this week's game at Texas Tech.

Cubs trying to steal signs, Dodgers' Yasmani Grandal says

We are shocked — SHOCKED! — that there could be sign-stealing going on in this NLCS.

Trial in Sandusky whistle-blower's lawsuit against Penn State begins

Former assistant football coach Mike McQueary is seeking $4 million in damages for how Penn State treated him.

LSU's Leonard Fournette to return for Ole Miss game, report says

If healthy, the junior RB could bolster No. 25 LSU in a six-week stretch in which it will play five teams ranked in this week's AP Top 25.

Will Monday meeting bring clarity to Big 12 expansion? Definitely maybe

Consensus reportedly is growing to keep the Big 12 at 10 schools, but this is a conference in which the unexpected is expected.

Stanley Cup champion Penguins no longer for sale, CEO confirms

The Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins have put up their championship banner and taken down the for-sale sign.

Former top WR recruit Preston Williams leaves Tennessee program

He started two of six games for the No. 9 Vols, with nine catches for 80 yards in six games, but had only one catch in the past three games.

Nick Saban shocked that his granddaughter is not afraid of him

"The Nicktator" sees nearly 3-year-old Amelie's love as a sign that he has mellowed over the years.

Jays' Liriano back for ALCS Game 2

That means Toronto will play Friday's Game 1 against the Indians with 24 players, one shy of the roster limit.

Tebow's big, fat doughnut

Tebow has three strikeouts and hasn't gotten a ball out of the infield in the six times he's put it in play.

Cowboys icon Roger Staubach is a huge Dak Prescott fan

Roger Staubach explains why Dallas has "a wonderful quarterback of the future."

Women's tournament on Trump course?

USA Today columnist Christine Brennan writes: "How can there be any doubt about what the USGA must do? It must dump Trump National."

Broncos QB Trevor Siemian expects to start against Chargers

Barring a setback in his sprained left shoulder, “I think I’m expecting to play,” Siemian said.

Washington State suspends linebacker Logan Tago despite Mike Leach's wishes

Wazzu coach Mike Leach on Monday said: "If I have anything to do with it, he'll play until he's proven guilty."

Cubs pitcher Jon Lester: Goat? What goat?

"It's almost better to play naive and just go out and worry about us, worry about the Cubs and not anything else in the past."

Vikings fan in Wisconsin stabbed while saving lawn inflatable

"It is going to get a little piece of Vikings duct tape put on there, and it's going to be blown up every day of the week from now on."

Tim Tebow’s Arizona Fall League season starts Tuesday

The Heisman Trophy-winning QB will bat seventh and play left field for the Scottsdale Scorpions.