The Ballon d'Or is the most prestigious individual award in soccer. No one has lifted the prize more than Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Brazilians have plenty of history when it comes to chasing soccer's most prestigious individual prize.
Tyquan Thornton has been making his mark in Kansas City. Here's what you need to know about his rise.
Thornton tallied five catches for 71 yards and a touchdown to power the Chiefs' offense.
Contrary to popular belief, when Cam Skattebo shakes his head violently before runs, he's not experiencing a medical emergency.
The Cowboys dropped a second game of the season against the Bears on Sunday. If CeeDee Lamb was healthy, perhaps it would've been a different result.
Survivor pools were left reeling after the Packers fell to the Browns in Week 3.
Brent Musburger is back on the screen for "The NFL Today." He'll be adorned in distinctly 1970s threads when he does.
The NFL has plenty of options at its disposal as it attempts to find a halftime performer for Super Bowl 60.
CeeDee Lamb is undoubtedly one of the NFL's best pass-catchers. That doesn't make him exempt from critique, though -- particularly when passes slip through his grasp.
Tyrod Taylor has remained a reliable backup for much of his big league career. There was a time, though, when he was one of the NFL's better hurlers.
Cam Skattebo made his mark when the Giants clashed with the Chiefs under the lights on Sunday night.
The Ballon d'Or is the most prestigious individual trophy available to soccer stars. Here's what you need to know about the ceremony where it's awarded.
While certainly not the most popular look in the NFL, there are an increasing number of players willing to wear Guardian Caps in the league.
A Tyreek Hill trade isn't imminent. But if he is made available, he'll have more than a few suitors fighting for his services.
Kyler Murray faced scrutiny after images circulated on social media with him wearing a vintage Michael Vick jersey alongside his dog.
The Browns still are seeking an unquestioned RB1 in 2025. Could Judkins handle the responsibility?
Stephen A. Smith's ascent up the corporate ladder has facilitated a number of other business ventures, too, including a political talk how on SiriusXM.
With Aaron Jones out of the picture, expect newcomer Jordan Mason to land the lion's share of carries in the Vikings' backfield.
The Chiefs and Eagles are set to faceoff at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday. Here's the whether Travis Kecle's fiancee Taylor Swift will attend the game.
The Seahawks parted ways with one of their most high-profile players during the 2025 offseason, sending D.K. Metcalf to Pittsburgh in exchange for a second-round pick.
Art Modell made Browns supporters very mad when he relocated the city's beloved franchise to Baltimore in 1995.
Terence Crawford scored the biggest win of his professional career vs. Canelo Alvarez. Social media was abuzz following the contest.
Terence Crawford is nothing if not a showman. His walkout vs. Canelo Alvarez made that point abundantly.
The stars were out for Canelo Alvarez's bout with Terence Crawford on Saturday night.
Saturday's main card is expected to start around 8 p.m. ET. Alvarez and Crawford won't hit the ring until a couple hours later.
Tennessee suffered a heart-breaking defeat to Georgia on Saturday night as its young kicker Max Gilbert, saw his game-winning effort sail wide at the end of regulation.
Joey Aguilar's mother has became a star in her own right during her son's senior season.
J.J. McCarthy's family has helped aid his development as he's progressed up the football ladder.
With Caitlin Clark on the mend, the Fever have their work cut out for them if they want to string together a lengthy run in the 2025 playoffs.
The undisputed super middleweight title will be on the line when Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford face off on Sept. 13.
The Indiana Fever have dealt with a number of injuries throughout the season, including to Caitlin Clark. Still, they clinched a spot in the 2025 WNBA playoffs.
If the Sky do decide to part ways with Angel Reese, she'll have more than a few suitors seeking her services.
Pineiro's FG percentage has never dipped below 82.1% in any season since he entered the NFL.
JJ McCarthy enjoyed a night for the ages on Monday night. Here's a look at how he propelled Minnesota to a comeback victory.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights for Bears vs. Vikings on "Monday Night Football."
Caleb Williams' put forth a strong showing against the Vikings in the first half of Monday night's game.
The Eagles added another talented runner to its collection on Monday, landing Tank Bigsby in a trade with the Jaguars.
Kawhi Leonard's 2019 arrival in Los Angeles has attracted some unwanted attention six years later.
Ryan Clark has been made the subject of a lot of headlines in 2025.
A gold jacket could be waiting in Justin Jefferson's future. His family is a big reason why.
Brendan Bett invoked Jalen Carter in all the wrong ways during Florida's loss to USF on Saturday.
Clemson had to shell out a pretty penny to convince Troy of traveling to its humble abode in Week 2.
Mike Gundy’s seat was already on fire after Oklahoma State’s 3-9 season in 2024. Following the Cowboys’ blowout loss to Oregon, his position now looks nearly untenable
Arch Manning found far more success on Saturday afternoon than he did against Ohio State one week ago.
Lamar Jackson's personal life — namely, his familial ties — have come into increased focus as of late.
Lamar Jackson is sitting on a fortune as a result of his gridiron heroics.
"College GameDay" will take center stage in Norman, Oklahoma ahead of a top-20 clash between the Sooners and the Wolverines.
Marvin Harrison Jr. has quite the football pedigree. It reads in his name, too.
Carlos Alcaraz is moving onto his first US Open final since 2022, as he took down Novak Djokovic in straight sets on Friday in the semifinals.
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The NFL enlisted one of YouTube's biggest stars for its Week 1 broadcast of Chiefs vs. Chargers.
Jalen Carter is one of the best players in the NFL. That hasn't stopped him from becoming one of the league's most controversial players.
The Chiefs and Chargers are going international ahead of their Week 1 contest in Brazil. That should carry over the broadcast, too, which figures to be more accessible than any in recent NFL history.
Caitlin Clark has endured a trying season, and it's unclear when — or if — she'll return.
Naomi Osaka's vulnerability has made her one of tennis' most beloved talents.
With Cooper out the way, a trio of Raiders youngsters could get some shine in 2025.
Peters had plenty to say ahead of his return to the Linc, his home for 11 years.
Lil Jon was once one of the leading musical voices of his generation. Now in his 50s, the platinum-selling crunk artist is making waves in a different field of entertainment: bodybuilding.
Christian McCaffrey comes from sporting royalty.
Randy Moss underwent surgery to remove cancerous tumors from the bile duct between his pancreas and liver.
Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft found great success throughout their 24-year stint together. You wouldn't be able to tell based on recent comments by the pair, though.
CeeDee Lamb's genealogy is heavily influenced by America's Game.
A.J. Brown's family is filled with athletes. He didn't stray too far from the tree.
Anthony Richardson is enjoying the fruits of his labor after emerging from challenging conditions to become a first-round pick.
Jared Goff has quietly made some decent change over the course of his career.
Brock Purdy is the NFL's ultimate underdog story. After years of waiting, he's finally receiving his just rewards for that title.
Athleticism swirls through Sam Darnold's blood.
Bryce Young continues to capture headlines. So too does his family, it seems.
Trevor Lawrence isn't the only talented person in his family.
Tua Tagovailoa's eclectic family has played a vital role in shaping his NFL career.
Kyler Murray might be one of the most divisive quarterbacks in the league, but he's also one of its highest-paid.
CJ Carr looked more than capable of leading Notre Dame’s offense in its loss to Miami.
The Sporting News tracks the final results from Sunday's Cook Out Southern 500 in Darlington.
Malachi Toney is related to a notable former NFL wide receiver. It's just not who you think.
The Sporting News has weather updates as torrential rain and howling winds take hold of Hard Rock Stadium ahead of Notre Dame's matchup with Miami.
Portnoy’s insertion into “Big Noon Kickoff” show hasn’t come without its controversy.
The Barstool founder landed a big-money deal with Fox Sports in 2025.
Deion Sanders will be embracing a new fashion choice in 2025: diapers. Here's why.
Arch Manning figures to be college football's richest player in 2025. Here's why.
Kenny Clark was once one of the league's top defensive tackles. It's unclear if that's still the case in 2025.
The 26-year-old is now one of the highest-paid players in NFL history.
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Brush up on everything Notre Dame from its location, size, name, mascot and more about the Fighting Irish.
Lee Corso has suffered a few health issues in recent years.
Michael Vick could enjoy a glistening tenure at Norfolk State, but it will take some time. Thursday's result and performance made that notion abundantly clear.
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce emerged from relative anonymity — and plenty of adversity — to become one of football's greatest-ever pass-catchers.
DeSean Jackson's NFL success provided him a strong financial platform to achieve his off-field aims.
NFL greatness isn't a prerequisite for coaching prowess in college football, but these star prove it's not a bad tool to wield either.
College football might get progressively younger in the coming few seasons, but there's still a fair few elderly folks set to make contributions to the sport in 2025.
Grimsby Town outclassed Manchester United en route a second-round victory in the Carabao Cup. Here's what you need to know about the Mariners' origins.
Hamilton, 24, is one of the NFL's best players. Now, he'll be paid like it.
After two years of dating, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are finally engaged. Here's what you need to know.
Shedeur Sanders appears in dire straits after a sour showing vs. the Rams on Saturday afternoon.
It's no certainty that Shedeur Sanders lands on the Browns 53-man roster.
The "New Heights" podcast has taken the sports world by storm in recent years.
Travis Kelce has proven himself to be one of the most marketable NFL players in history.
Travis Kelce wasn't Taylor Swift's first introduction into the sport of football.
Trades are expected to pick up as the NFL season kicks into gear.
Bob Uecker was a noted baseball orator. Here are some of his finest offerings.
Video of the alleged incident between Johnson's father and a man believed to be Johnson's brother surfaced shortly after the Wildcats' 24-21 loss to Iowa State.
Sanders was sacked five times and completed just three passes in five drives on Saturday afternoon.
Harrison Burton landed a shock win at Daytona to punch a ticket to the postseason in 2024. Could another unknown emerge to compete for gold in the 2025 iteration of the race?
The usual suspects — sans Lee Corso — are expected to travel to Dublin for Saturday's broadcast between Kansas State and Iowa State.
Lee Corso will be watching on from his home when Iowa State takes on Kansas State in Dublin.
Former NBA player Shawn Kemp claimed that two men provoked him by stealing his truck, cellphone, and memorabilia.
Rookie DT Derrick Harmon was carted off the field after suffering a knee injury in the Steelers' final preseason game.
Breece Hall has been the unquestioned RB1 in New York for the past few seasons. Could his spot at the top come into threat in 2025?
He who walks away with the title of 2025 FedEx Cup winner will take home a hulking paycheck — albeit one that is smaller than in past seasons.
The league has been plagued by an all-too-familiar sight as of late: Green sex toys being thrown onto the court.
Jhostynxon Garcia sports one of the most unique nicknames in recent MLB history. Here's how he got it.
One of the Giants’ most promising young pitchers looked to pick up a serious injury on Wednesday night.
Andy Reid has enjoyed an eventual tenure in charge of the Chiefs. It's hard to imagine there was a more shocking day for the veteran coach than May 4, 2024, though — the day his office was lit up with gunfire.
The injuries continue to pile up for Caitlin Clark in 2025.
Home runs are essential to the game of baseball as we know it. Here are the best single-game HR displays by a team in MLB history.
Jerry Jones is famous and infamous. Those reputations have helped him accrue plenty of profit over the years.
Nearly two weeks after the initial reports, however, various roadblocks have appeared, indicating Boston's chance at the WNBA may not be coming as soon as initially believed.
Mitch Trubisky has worn a lot of hats during his NFL career. Not all of them have been particularly enticing, however.
Ashton Jeanty only received seven carries on Saturday afternoon. He made sure to make them count.
NASCAR's finest descended upon Richmond for one of the competition's most famous short track races, the Cook Out 400.
De'Von Achane is expected to miss "between days and weeks" after suffering a lower body soft tissue injury, Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel announced on Aug. 16.
Richmond Raceway has proven a charmed site for Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing in the past. Could the three-car team strike gold again on Saturday?
Jim Harbaugh landed himself in hot water once again on Friday, receiving a 10-year show-cause order for violations committed during his time at Michigan.
Scottie Scheffler will be accompanied by an unfamiliar face when he wades through the vegetation at Caves Valley Golf Club in Olney, Maryland this weekend.
Contrary to popular belief, running backs still matter in the NFL.
With his new deal, Cook will make $12.0 million AAV and receives the most guaranteed money for a running back in five years.
The youngsters take the field soon as the race for gold at Williamsport kicks off. Here's what you need to know about the Little League World Series' age rules.
The Eagles were felled by an unfortunate bit of injury luck during their practice on Sunday, as Landon Dickerson went down with an apparent right leg issue.
Brazzell tallied 29 catches, 333 yards and two touchdowns in 13 games with the Volunteers last season.
The Cup Series' finest road course talents slalomed through the mire to great acclaim at The Glen on Sunday.
The stars will be out come Sunday afternoon during the Little League Softball World Series championship game.
Quinn Ewers had a day to forget against the Bears on Sunday afternoon. Here’s what you need to know.
Shane van Gisbergen will look to keep the good times rolling on road courses this season at Watkins Glen.
NFL fans will be feeling deja vu when Frank Gore Jr. takes the field. It's easy to see why.
Caitlin Clark has missed 10 straight games after sustaining a right groin injury against the Sun on July 15.
Tom Brady will be immortalized in Patriots Place Plaza.
Shedeur Sanders is nothing if not a lightning rod for attention. That has helped him accrue a decent amount of wealth in his football career.
Green sex toys made their way onto WNBA courts multiple times since the All-Star break.
Slater recently became the highest-paid offensive lineman in league history.
Height reigns supreme in the WNBA.
Expect the unexpected during the 2025 WNBA trade deadline.
Fans are getting increasingly reckless during games, opting to throw sex toys on the court rather than simply watch and cheer.
Micah Parsons is one of the league's most fearsome pass rushers. He wants to be paid as such.
Jordan Addison will be absent for Minnesota's first three games of the season. The Vikings' front office doesn't appear too concerned.
The Cup Series returns to the cornfield on Sunday for the Iowa Corn 350.
Doncic's contract features a player option after the 2028 season.
MLB is paying homage to NASCAR with its latest spectacle, a match at Bristol Motor Speedway.
Gilbert Arenas found himself in hot water again on Wednesday.
Myles Garrett holds the crown of league's best pass rusher in Madden 26.
Saquon Barkley was the NFL's best running back in 2024. EA Sports noticed, too.
Dodgeball remains one of the country's most popular sports among the youth. It's easy to see why.
Pillow-fighting has gone global in recent years. Everyone wants a taste.
The Savannah Bananas continue to captivate audiences across the country. Owner Jesse Cole is more than grateful.
Dustin May could be a breath of fresh air in Boston's starting rotation in 2025.
Carlos Correa's return to Space City comes with a number of captivating caveats.
Brent Musburger makes his return to national television on Thursday night. It should prove a captivating watch.
Najee Harris endured a challenging July 4.
Sterling Sharpe and Antonio Gates headline the list of 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees.
Cameron Brink has trotted down a winding road to return to the floor.
DJ Lagway, Florida's prospective Heisman contender, has been held fairly quiet this offseason.
At least one police officer and two civilians were injured in a shooting in the 634-foot Manhattan skyscraper that houses NFL HQ on Monday evening.
Deion Sanders dropped one major bombshell during his July 28 press conference. A video released by his son, Deion Jr., brought about another.
NASCAR returned to one of American racing's greatest sites, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and Bubba Wallace took the occasion to make some history on Sunday.
Rashawn Slater landed a historic deal on Sunday afternoon.
Ferguson ranks ninth in catches and 10th in receiving yards among tight ends since the start of the 2023 season.
NASCAR returns to Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend.
Hulk Hogan wasn't merely a wrestler. He was also an entertainer.
Tyrann Mathieu only played two years at LSU. They were nothing if not memorable.
What better way to commemorate the Happy Gilmore sequel than with the release of one of the original film's most iconic pieces?
For the first time since 2012, the British Open purse remains unmoved.
Harris English is feeling right at home at the British Open. He's hoping that feeling will translate to his wallet, too.
The pregame portion of Saturday's match brought the league's contractual dispute with its players into full focus.
The Sporting News tracked live updates from Saturday's All-Star Game in Indianapolis.
Scottie Scheffler looks to stake his claim for a third major title.
Haotong Li could receive a nice pay raise come the end of the British Open.
Caitlin Clark and Cheryl Reeve have been inextricably linked since before Clark's first preseason game.
GloRilla was called upon to soundtrack the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game. Given her accolades as of late, it was an understandable choice.
The Claret Jug is one of golf's most famous artifacts, and it continues to captivate the masses more than a century after its creation.
Sabrina Ionescu and Pau Gasol are thick as thieves. Here's how their relationship was forged.
Ionescu put forth another epic display in the 3-Point Contest on Friday.
Caitlin Clark and Lexie Hull are thick as thieves. It didn't take all that long for their friendship to flourish, either.
Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier squared off Tuesday in an All-Star Game draft, which included a surprise coaching trade. Check out the full results.
Sadom Kaewkanjana enjoyed a standout showing during the first round of the British Open. Perhaps it was divine intervention.
Dave Portnoy could be headed to a television set near you in 2025.
The British Open will return to a pair of historic courses in 2026 and 2027, respectively.
Clark was struck down with a right groin injury in Indiana's win over Connecticut on Tuesday night.
Ohtani will look to make his mark at the plate during the 2025 MLB All-Star game.
Sauce Gardner's time in the Big Apple is only just getting started, it seems.
The Buccaneers are returning to their roots ahead of the 2025 campaign.
Oneil Cruz and Paul O'Neill share a unique relationship, all courtesy of Cruz's first name.
Jazz Chisholm is one of MLB's best second basemen. He has a fairly appropriate tag, to boot.
Jazz Chisholm has baseball flowing through his blood…literally.
The Cup Series returned to wine country this weekend.
Cooper Flagg's stint in the Summer League came to a close after just two games.
Fit and culture aren't the sole determinants of whether a team will select a talent. Money also plays a role.
Wimbledon participants are set to earn more money than ever before in 2025.
Oregon State, Rice and Texas are among the best offensive playbooks to use in EA CFB 26.
The Mavericks are hoping incoming rookie Cooper Flagg makes major waves in his maiden season.
Bronny James returned to the floor for the Lakers' Las Vegas Summer League debut against the Mavericks on Thursday.
Najee Harris joined Jason Pierre-Paul in Fourth of July injury lore after sustaining a "superficial eye injury" when fireworks erupted in his hometown of Antioch, Calif.
Deion Sanders opted against being included in EA College Football 26. Here's why.
Livvy Dunne hasn’t tumbled in more than a year, but she remains a notable figure in the world of sports regardless.
