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Can American Football Survive in Europe? Two Rival Leagues Are Trying to Find Out
While the NFL has successfully expanded its footprint overseas, two European projects are competing for a homegrown version of the sport.
Fifty Years of Fight: How the Making of ‘Rocky’ Was the Ultimate Underdog Story
Half a century after Sylvester Stallone gave us Rocky Balboa, his struggle to get the film made has become a film of its own.
The U Is Back on Top, But Miami Football Looks Nothing Like Its Glory Days
Despite their trophy case and NFL alumni club being the envy of most, the Hurricanes needed an emergency rebuild after two down decades.
He Grew Up in LSU’s Backyard, But Elijah Haven Is Preparing to Take Over in Tuscaloosa
The five-star recruit has been setting records in Louisiana as one of the top QBs of the 2027 class. He chose Alabama for something bigger.
Villanova and Notre Dame’s Roman Holiday Shows Why the College Athlete Experience Is Worth Saving
The Eternal City Tip-Off–equal parts educational field trip and international doubleheader–illustrated what makes college sports unique.
David Mirković Is Unlike Anything College Basketball Has Seen. That Could Lead Illinois to a Title.
Barely known outside of his native Montenegro 18 months ago, the Illini forward is now one of the biggest stars—and personalities in college hoops.
Hannah Hidalgo Is Ready to Break More Hearts This Season
On pace to set Notre Dame’s all-time scoring record, the small, spunky point guard is most satisfied ruining your night on defense.
The Last Baseball of the 2026 World Series Told the Story of the Brewers
Milwaukee’s first title was won through an uncommon commitment to selfless baseball preached by a manager uniquely equipped to coach it.
Ten 2026 NFL Trade Deadline Deals We’d Love to See
Maxx Crosby and Saquon Barkley get sent to playoff contenders, while three teams deal for quarterbacks.