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Army Black Knights head coach Jeff Monken celebrates a win with defensive lineman Dre Miller.

Did Jeff Monken’s Immediate Success With Army Turn Up Heat on AAC Coaches?

The Black Knights are 9–0 in their inaugural season in the American Athletic and do not enjoy the same advantages as other college football programs.

Pat Forde
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Army Black Knights head coach Jeff Monken celebrates a win with defensive lineman Dre Miller.

Did Jeff Monken’s Immediate Success With Army Turn Up Heat on AAC Coaches?

The Black Knights are 9–0 in their inaugural season in the American Athletic and do not enjoy the same advantages as other college football programs.

Pat Forde
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Indiana Hoosiers linebacker Aiden Fisher is the Hoosiers’ top tackler after transferring from James Madison.

A Group of Undersized, Overlooked Transfers Has Been Key to Indiana’s Success

Following coach Curt Cignetti from James Madison, 13 now-Hoosiers have used motivation from recruiting snubs and a passion to win to fuel a 10–0 season.

Pat Forde
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The Huskies’ coach already had a slew of records to his name before becoming the all-time winningest coach on Wednesday.

Geno Auriemma Has Built an Untouchable Legacy at UConn

After becoming the all-time winningest coach with his 1,217th career victory, the Huskies’ coach sealed yet another record that feels like a good bet to remain unbroken.

Emma Baccellieri
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Verstappen is knocking on the door of history.

Las Vegas Grand Prix Preview: Max Verstappen Goes for Glory As Team Battle Heats Up

The Red Bull driver could become just the fifth driver to win four consecutive F1 championships. Plus, constructors prepare for tense fights at the top and in the midfield.

Zach Koons
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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy throws a pass against the Seattle Seahawks.

49ers' Subtle Off-the-Field Move Hints QB Brock Purdy's Status vs. Packers in Doubt

The third-year quarterback is dealing with a shoulder injury.

Karl Rasmussen
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Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley reacts to scoring a touchdown.

Jason Kelce Explains Why He Believes Saquon Barkley Should Win MVP

Madison Williams
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Philadelphia Eagles' Wendell Smallwood at Lincoln Financial Field.

Former Eagles Super Bowl-Winning RB Facing Up to 50 Years in Jail for Fraud

Brigid Kennedy
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New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during press conference at the FC Bayern Munchen training grounds at Sabener Strasse.

Daniel Jones Acknowledges One Aspect of Contract Affected Giants' Benching

Karl Rasmussen
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Nov 17, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA;  Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) warms before the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Fabs Five Fantasy Sleepers: Bo Nix, Quentin Johnston Are Starting Options In Week 12

We’re getting down to the nitty gritty, folks! It’s Week 12, and now’s the time to make that push to the fantasy playoffs. And with six teams off (Bengals, Bill

Michael Fabiano
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Justin Herbert (left) is a start this week while Sam Darnold (right) is a sit.

Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Quarterbacks For Fantasy Football Week 12

Michael Fabiano
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David Montgomery (left) is a start this week while Chuba Hubbard (right) is a sit.

Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Running Backs For Fantasy Football Week 12

Michael Fabiano
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Terry McLaurin (left) is a start this week while Courtland Sutton (right) is a sit.

Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Wide Receivers For Fantasy Football Week 12

Michael Fabiano
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L.A. Clippers' guard Rodney Hood and Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson.

Rodney Hood Teases New Career Plans After Announcing NBA Retirement

The eight-year veteran decided to hang it up after another injury.

Brigid Kennedy
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Alex Caruso during the Thunder's 109–99 win over the Trail Blazers on Nov. 20, 2024.

NBA Fans Loved Alex Caruso’s Absolutely Brutal Screen Moments After Being Hurt

Patrick Andres
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Desmond Bane fires an imaginary gun at Caleb Martin.

Desmond Bane Broke Out a Gun Celebration Aimed at Caleb Martin in Win vs. Sixers

Stephen Douglas
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry shares a high five with a young fan after making a shot during the first quarter of a 120-97 win over the Atlanta Hawks at Chase Center on November, 20. 2024.

Steph Curry Had Heartwarming Moment With Young Warriors Fan After Making Tough Shot

Tim Capurso
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Roki Sasaki of Team Japan walks off the mound at the end of the first inning during the World Baseball Classic Semifinals at loanDepot park on March 20, 2023 in Miami, Florida.

Roki Sasaki's Agent Blasts MLB Executives for Floating Rumors of Dodgers Agreement

Roki Sasaki's agent Joel Wolfe blasted MLB executives for floating rumors that the Japanese pitcher has a handshake contract agreement with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Tim Capurso
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New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole throws out a pitch.

Hal Steinbrenner Makes Declarative Statement on Gerrit Cole's Future With Yankees

Madison Williams
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Manfred plans to retire from his role as MLB commissioner when his contract expires in January 2029.

Rob Manfred Addresses Public Doubt of Athletics' Planned Relocation to Las Vegas

Tom Dierberger
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Reynaldo Lopez earned a fifth-place vote for the National League Cy Young.

Five MLB Pitchers Receive Exactly One Vote for 2024 Cy Young Award

Ryan Phillips
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Southeastern Conference commissioner Greg Sankey speaks during SEC Media Day at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Mountain Brook Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2024.

SEC Commissioner Takes Shot at Other Conferences Over Strength of Schedule

As the college football edition of Selection Sunday nears on Dec. 8, coaches, athletic directors and league administrators are in full lobbying mode.

Dan Lyons
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Sanders was psyched to see his potential successor commit to the Buffaloes.

Shedeur Sanders Had One-Word Message for Top QB Prospect After Colorado Commitment

Liam McKeone
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Colorado Buffaloes receiver Travis Hunter reacts to scoring a touchdown.

Travis Hunter Had Four-Word Response to Confirm NFL Draft Desires

Madison Williams
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Jerry Jones Names Deion Sanders’s ‘Greatest’ Skill That He Could Bring to NFL

Kristen Wong
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Jacob Skov Olesen, pictured during his Texas Christian University playing days, was penalized for slow play in his first DP World Tour start.

DP World Tour Rookie Hit With Slow-Play Penalty in First Professional Start

Matt Vincenzi
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LPGA commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan's contract runs through summer 2026.

Brushing Off Recent Criticism, LPGA Commissioner Points to ‘Enormous’ Growth

Adam Stanley
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The U.S. Ryder Cup team, pictured in the final round last year in Rome, will undoubtedly face questions around money if not victorious at Bethpage in 2025.

Fact or Fiction: U.S. Ryder Cup Team Is Under More Pressure Because of Payments

John Schwarb, Bob Harig, Jeff Ritter
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Lydia Ko is among the players this week chiming in on the LPGA's slow-play problem.

More LPGA Stars Offer Thoughts, Solutions on Tour's Pace of Play Issue

Max Schreiber
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Sophia Smith had an impressive year

Ballon d'Or Feminin: Full Voting Breakdown Revealed

Megan Humphrey
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Cristiano Ronaldo sat down for a YouTube video with MrBeast.

MrBeast Encourages Cristiano Ronaldo to Collaborate With IShowSpeed on YouTube

Amanda Langell
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Chicharito and Chivas will face Atlas in the first Play-In match of the Liga MX Apertura 2024 season trying to stay alive in the playoff hunt.

Chicharito Slams Former Chivas Coach Fernando Gago After Leaving for Boca Juniors

Roberto Casillas
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Atlanta United and Orlando City meet in the Eastern Conference semifinals

MLS Cup Playoffs Conference Semifinals Predictions

Braden Chalker
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Paige Bueckers drives to the basket during No. 2 Connecticut's 86–49 win over South Florida on Nov. 10, 2024.

Sue Bird Offers Bold Prediction for Wings If They Take Paige Bueckers With No. 1 Pick

Patrick Andres
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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark during Game 1 of the first round of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs.

Report: Caitlin Clark Won't Play in Inaugural Season of 3-on-3 Unrivaled League

Karl Rasmussen
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Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier will continue their rivalry in Unrivaled in January.

Unrivaled Rosters Revealed for First Season of New Women's League

Stephen Douglas
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The Cleveland Rockers during a 58–50 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks on June 5, 2001.

Cleveland Launches Bid for WNBA Expansion Team Backed By Cavaliers Owner Dan Gilbert

Patrick Andres
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