Saturday, 30 September 2017

Alabama-Clemson rubber match in College Football Playoff starting to look inevitable

Can any team actually stop Alabama-Clemson III? Heading into October, that's a better bet for the national championship game than the field.



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Alabama DE Da'Shawn Hand goes down with leg injury against Ole Miss

Da'Shawn Hand, one of Alabama's veteran playmakers on defense, went down with what looked like a knee injury in the third quarter against Ole Miss.



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Troy's upset over LSU proves Ed Orgeron's struggles as head coach haven't disappeared

LSU is struggling under Ed Orgeron, whose difficulties as a head coach have followed him yet again.



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Georgia serves notice to SEC, and there's no turning back this time

Georgia put the playoff contenders on notice with an impressive 41-0 disposal of Tennessee on Saturday. The Bulldogs look the part this time.



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LSU begins second half against Troy without injured QB Danny Etling

Etling was injured on his final pass of the first half on a big hit from Troy linebacker Andre Flakes.



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Butch Jones' hot seat isn't Tennessee's problem — it's finding the next coach

Butch Jones' days appear to be numbered in Knoxville, but that isn't Tennessee's biggest problem. Finding the next coach won't be easy.



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Kyle Field runs out of water during Texas A&M-South Carolina game

Fans in attendance at the Texas A&M-South Carolina game better not need to use the bathroom.



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Clemson vs. Virginia Tech: Scores, updates from ACC championship game rematch

Sporting News will be providing live updates throughout Saturday night’s game between two top-15 undefeated ACC teams.



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Bryce Love breaks Christian McCaffrey record, on pace for Barry Sanders

Love rushed for 301 yards on Saturday to set the school's single-game record and is now on pace for Sanders' season record.



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No. 7 Georgia 41, Tennessee 0: Five things we learned

No. 7 Georgia routed Tennessee on Saturday, putting even more heat on Butch Jones. Here are five things we learned.



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Two Texas high school football players kicked off team for anthem protest

Two football players at Victory & Praise Christian Academy in Texas were kicked off the team for protesting during the national anthem on Friday.



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Inside the 2017-18 Wild: Curing the Bruce Boudreau playoff blues

How one of the most accomplished regular-season coaches in NHL history remains a great mystery, but the Wild have a chance to solve it once and for all in 2017-18.



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Florida QB Luke Del Rio out for season

The son of Raiders coach Jack Del Rio suffered a shoulder injury in the first half of the Gators win over Vanderbilt.



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Don't ignore Wisconsin's first half in comeback win over Northwestern

Alex Hornibrook threw two interceptions, and Wisconsin allowed four sacks and fumbled once in the first 30 minutes of Saturday's game.



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Georgia vs. Tennessee: Scores, highlights from SEC East-defining game

Jake Fromm and the Georgia Bulldogs open play in the SEC East division looking to stay undefeated against the Tennessee Volunteers.



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NHL players pick between Crosby, McDavid as world's best player

In a recent Associated Press poll among players, many NHLers are split between Crosby and McDavid as the best hockey player in the world.



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Joe Tiller, Purdue’s winningest coach, dies at 74

Joe Tiller, who was the most successful football coach in Purdue history, died Saturday at the age of 74.



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Temple had a choice to make on 4th and goal: Go for it … or punt?

Louisiana Tech had third and goal from their own 7 in Week 1 and Temple felt like they shouldn't be the only team to punt on 4th and goal.



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Joe Tiller, Purdue’s winningest coach, dies at 74

Tiller is credited as one of the innovators of the spread offense that changed college football.



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Week 5 college football scores, highlights from Saturday's games

Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.



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How USC's loss to Washington State will impact College Football Playoff race later

USC's to Washington State on Friday will have effects on the College Football Playoff race later for the Pac-12. Here is how that might shape up.



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USC must face tough questions after Washington State's eye-opening upset

Sam Darnold had been USC's get-out-of-jail-free card for all season — until Washington State, that is.



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Sam Darnold’s turnovers finally catch up with USC in loss to Washington State

Sam Darnold has been turning the ball over a lot, but USC had been able to overcome those mistakes — until Friday vs. Washington State.



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Sam Darnold's magic finally runs out in Washington State's upset of USC

Sam Darnold couldn't pull a win from out of his hat in USC's final drive against Washington State. The upset-minded Cougars got a massive win against the Trojans.



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Friday, 29 September 2017

USC vs. Washington State: Scores, live updates from battle of undefeated Pac-12 teams

Sporting News has live scoring updates and highlights throughout Friday night’s game between a pair of top-20 undefeateds.



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Watch: Miami punt goes backward for 1-yard loss vs. Duke

The Hurricanes' punt traveled three yards past the line of scrimmage, then bounced backward for a 1-yard loss on the play.



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Inside the 2017-18 Blackhawks: Don't write off Chicago yet

It's true the Blackhawks' championship legacy is bound together by a Patrick Kane-Jonathan Toews thread, but that strand is stronger than silk.



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Karl Alzner fits right in on Canadiens' left side

With holes to fill on the left side of their defense corps, the Montreal Canadiens brought in veteran Karl Alzner this season.



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Maple Leafs coach, players sing Matt Martin praises

There is no debate within the Toronto Maple Leafs organization how important Matt Martin is to the team.



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Alexander Burmistrov trying to define role with Canucks

After an up and down career with the Winnipeg Jets, Alexander Burmistrov is in Vancouver trying to find his way with the Canucks.



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Memphis Tigers safety Shaun Rupert arrested, dismissed from team

Tigers safety Rupert has been dismissed from the team after being arrested for robbery, burglary and weapons charges.



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Inside the 2017-18 Bruins: Seeing is believing beyond top trio

Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron, David Pastrnak may again form the NHL's most dominant line, but the Bruins' playoff quest has been slow to gather believers.



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Senators extend Craig Anderson for two more years

Craig Anderson and the Ottawa Senators agreed Friday to extend their relationship another two years.



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Biznasty Does BC: NHL alum Paul Bissonnette creates online 'mockumentary'

Former NHL tough guy takes fans behind the scenes with other NHLers on a tour of British Columbia in new online program.



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Texas A&M chancellor declines to address Kevin Sumlin's job security

Asked if the Aggies coach's job is safe, John Sharp said Friday: "I'm not the athletic director."



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Watch: Nolan Patrick drops gloves with David Krejci in first NHL fight

Heralded Philadelphia Flyers rookie Nolan Patrick gets into preseason fight with Boston Bruins' veteran David Krejci.



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Clemson vs. Virginia Tech: Matchups, keys to victory in ACC championship game rematch

Clemson and Virginia Tech face off Saturday in a rematch of the 2016 ACC championship game. Here are the keys to victory for both the Tigers and Hokies.



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College football Week 5 primer: Heisman watch, upset picks, predictions and more

Tennessee's Butch Jones is the coach on the spot in Week 5 heading into a matchup against No. 7 Georgia. Here is Sporting News Week 5 primer.



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Paralyzed Harvard player regaining some feeling in arms and legs, father says

Ben Abercrombie underwent emergency cervical surgery after a severe neck injury in a game Sept. 16 left him paralyzed.



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Thursday, 28 September 2017

Jerry Falwell Jr.: Religious 'bigotry' kept Liberty out of FBS conference

The Flames are in the first FBS transition season and will play as an independent once they are a full FBS member.



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Inside the 2017-18 Lightning: Steven Stamkos' return means all systems go

With their captain back, healthy and looking like his old self, the Lightning have the look of a mature contender ready for a serious run at the Stanley Cup.



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Urban Meyer: Coaches should be 'done' if they intentionally break NCAA rules

When asked about the FBI probe into the corruption of the college basketball system, Meyer said coaches who are guilty should be finished.



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Filip Chytil: 18-year-old rookie makes Rangers' opening-night roster

The youngest player in the NHL is Filip Chytil, the New York Rangers center who turned 18 only three weeks ago.



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Sharks' Joel Ward explains decision to not kneel during anthem

The clarification comes two days after the veteran forward revealed "he wouldn't cross out" kneeling for the national anthem at some point.



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Inside the 2017-18 Ducks: Anaheim continues to hang around West's best

The Anaheim Ducks have made the playoffs each of the past five years, but haven't achieved their ultimate goal.



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Sharks' Joel Ward won't kneel for anthem, hopes to 'refocus' conversation

Joel Ward, one of about 30 black players in the NHL, explains why he won't join other athletes in the demonstrations against racial injustice this hockey season.



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Nic Petan and Marko Dano zero in on spots with Jets

The Winnipeg Jets needed to see more from their youngsters before final roster cuts are made, and Nic Petan and Marko Dano did just that Wednesday night.



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When are the 2017 College Football Playoff rankings released?

When do the College Football Playoff rankings start? A look at the important release dates, and new members on this year's CFP committee.



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Jaromir Jagr to the Blues? GM Doug Armstrong says possibility has been discussed

The injury riddled Blues are already without four forwards for various lengths of time and could turn to the 45-year-old free agent to patch their lineup.



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Brian Boyle battling chronic myeloid leukemia, could play opening night for Devils

Veteran center set to rejoin Devils despite treatments for chronic myeloid leukemia



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Florida DL Jordan Smith facing four new felony complaints

Florida's Jordan Smith faces four new felony complaints for allegedly charging $1,007.82 to a Virginia man's credit card



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Virginia Tech can bring big-game rep to Blacksburg against Clemson

Virginia Tech gets the "GameDay" spotlight against Clemson on Saturday. Is the big-game reputation coming to Blacksburg under Justin Fuente?



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It's Tebow Time at Florida Sports Hall of Fame!

Heisman Trophy winner and Gators star Tim Tebow headlines the 2018 Florida Sports Hall of Fame class with Chipper Jones and Warrick Dunn.



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Wednesday, 27 September 2017

Blues dealt another blow with Robby Fabbri out for season

No team has been hit harder by the preseason injury bug the Blues, who continue to fill the infirmary with players key to their Stanley Cup aspirations.



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Texas looking for win, improvement against Iowa State, not moral victories

Texas and Tom Herman aren't looking for any moral victories after their loss to USC. Iowa State is on the horizon, and the Longhorns are looking to get back on track with a win.



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New York Rangers: Breaking down what opening-night roster will look like

The New York Rangers have tough decisions to make in deciding the final make up of their opening-night roster.



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Mike Sullivan defends Penguins' visit to White House

The Penguins coach insists the decision to accept President Donald's Trump's invitation is not political.



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USC, Sam Darnold will be tested by Washington State's high-powered Luke Falk

Sam Darnold has the wins to show for it at USC. But Luke Falk has the stats at Washington State. Which wins out on Saturday?



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Senators' Karlsson on injury: 'They took half of my ankle bone out'

The Senators' Erik Karlsson had half of his ankle bone removed during offseason surgery.



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WATCH: Al Montoya helped from ice at Canadiens' practice

A shaky Al Montoya is helped off the ice by teammates after being struck up high by shot.



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Former Illinois football commit Cordel Littlejohn says scholarship offer revoked

Cordel Littlejohn said on Twitter that he was no longer an Illinois commit after team took away his scholarship.



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Inside the 2017-18 Capitals: Expectations fall, but still Stanley Cup contender

No longer a popular pick to win the Stanley Cup, the Washington Capitals remain a top contender in 2017-18.



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Pittsburgh mayor Bill Peduto to skip Penguins' White House visit

Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald will join Peduto in taking a knee regarding the team's visit after back-to-back Stanley Cup wins.



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If Georgia 'avoids overconfidence,' Bulldogs will get shot at Bama — and SEC title

Can Georgia be the team to challenge Alabama in the SEC championship? SEC Network analyst and former Bulldog Matt Stinchcomb offers his thoughts.



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How long can P.J. Fleck, Gophers row with undefeated in Big Ten?

P.J. Fleck has the Gophers heading in the right direction, and it's fair to wonder if they are Wisconsin's biggest competition in Big Ten West? We'll find out now.



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NWHL has plans to expand in 2018-19

NWHL executives held meetings with at least four potential expansion markets during the offseason, a league source confirmed to Sporting News.



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Introducing Quinn Hughes, the NHL's next hot American defense prospect

The NHL's next big-name blueline prospect has the tools to be the most exciting U.S.-born defenseman in years.



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Tuesday, 26 September 2017

Nebraska names former Husker Dave Rimington interim AD

Rimington became the only offensive lineman to be named Big Eight Conference Offensive Player of the Year in 1982.



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Sharks' Joel Ward: 'I wouldn't cross out' kneeling for national anthem

Joel Ward witnessed racism in 2012 when he had racial slurs directed at him by Bruins fans after a game-winning goal.



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Penn State head coach James Franklin discusses balancing needs of Saquon Barkley

Franklin discusses balancing needs of running back Saquon Barkley by communicating during games and managing his workload during practices



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Barzal doing everything right to make Islanders lineup

After a short-lived stint in the NHL in 2016, Mathew Barzal is set to make the roster for good.



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Georges Laraque: Penguins' planned White House visit 'an embarrassment'

The retired former Penguin was highly critical of the team's decision to accept President Donald Trump's invitation to the White House.



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Inside the 2017-18 Golden Knights: Expansion is a difficult proposition

The Vegas Golden Knights face the difficult scenario of being an expansion team in their first year of competition.



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PlayStation at the heart of chemistry between Jets' Patrik Laine and Nikolaj Ehlers?

Winnipeg's sophomore star was asked after his five-point outing Monday about what sparks his chemistry with linemate Nikolaj Ehlers.



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Historic talent Saquon Barkley on track for historic success at Penn State

Penn State's Saquon Barkley will inevitably be compared to guys like Todd Gurley, Ezekiel Elliott and Leonard Fournette. He's better than all of them.



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Baylor receiver Chris Platt out for the season

Platt injured his knee during the Bears' 49-41 loss to No. 3 Oklahoma Saturday.



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Logan Brown closes in on roster spot after surviving more Senators' cuts

The hulking 6-foot-6 teenager is one of 14 forwards remaining in Ottawa Senators' training camp.



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Inside the 2017-18 Sharks: How many runs does San Jose have left?

The Sharks have come close to winning a Stanley Cup the past six years, but haven't been able to put it all together.



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Maryland QB Kasim Hill has torn ACL, out for season

Maryland (2-1) now has just two scholarship quarterbacks available Saturday against Minnesota.



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Inside the 2017-18 Blue Jackets: Expectations rise despite early hurdles

The Columbus Blue Jackets face significant issues in a year that holds such high expectations.



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Nolan Patrick gaining confidence for Flyers, who see his strengths

Nolan Patrick could be a steal for the Flyers, even at the No. 2 pick.



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Week 5 college football schedule, TV coverage for Top 25 games

USC-Washington State and Clemson-Virginia Tech highlight Week 5 of the college football season. Here is the schedule for the rest of the AP Top 25 games.



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College football Week 5 picks against spread: Can Virginia Tech cover against Clemson?

Sporting News offers its picks against the spread for college football's Week 4 games, including Mississippi State at Georgia.



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College football picks, Week 5: USC must beware Washington State upset

Can USC avoid a Washington State upset? Can Virginia Tech do the unthinkable and beat Clemson? Sporting News offers its picks for these games and more.



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Monday, 25 September 2017

Tennessee's Butch Jones goes on rant regarding negativity, 'fake news' surrounding program

Tennessee coach Butch Jones seems to have had it with local media in Knoxville.



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'Slow boil' finally bubbles over for Winnipeg Jets' captain Blake Wheeler

Blake Wheeler explains why he needed to speak out against United States President Donald Trump.



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J.T. Miller to begin season on the wing for New York Rangers

The New York Rangers will begin the season with forward J.T. Miller playing on the wing.



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Washington loses WR Chico McClatcher for season with ankle injury

McClatcher had six total touchdowns as a sophomore and was a key weapon for the No. 6 Huskies out of the slot.



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Leafs' star Auston Matthews shares his views on political 'nonsense'

Toronto's 20-year-old American star answers questions about the unrest and divisiveness in his home country.



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Suspended Florida players facing third-degree felony charges in fraud scandal

Eight suspended Florida players are facing third-degree felony charges for their parts in a bookstore fraud scam.



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Michigan's Jim Harbaugh rips Purdue's locker room: 'Looks like it was from the 1920s'

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh had a lot of bad things to say about Purdue's locker room.



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Maple Leafs training camp: Position battles heat up as preseason winds down

The NHL regular season begins in less than two weeks and the Maple Leafs still have roster decisions to make at center, the wing and on defense.



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Michigan vs. Michigan State to be played at night for first time

The rivalry showdown will be only the fourth night game in Michigan Stadium history.



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Heisman Watch: Saquon Barkley finally makes his statement

The running for the Heisman Trophy looks a lot different after a wild Week 4. But one thing's for certain: Of the Heisman favorites, Saquon Barkley had the best week.



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Sidney Crosby says it is 'great honor' for Penguins to visit White house

The Penguins captain, and face of the NHL, supports his team's decision to visit President Donald Trump at the White House.



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Five big questions for college football's remaining undefeated teams

Which unbeaten teams will survive September? We look at surprises, Group of 5 busters, best matchups and more.



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Week 5 bowl projections: Penn State strengthens playoff position

Sporting News projects every college football bowl game for 2017. Which teams will make the fourth annual College Football Playoff?



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Sunday, 24 September 2017

College football rankings: Alabama solidifies top spot, Georgia makes jump into top ten

Alabama continues to hold top spot, while Georgia makes largest jump after a convincing win over Mississippi State.



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Stanley Cup champion Penguins say they'll still visit Trump White House

Disagreement with a president's policies "can be expressed in other ways," the team said Sunday.



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College Football Playoff picture: Who's in, out and knocking on door in Week 5

Which four teams look like the best bets to reach the College Football Playoff heading into Week 5? Bill Bender breaks it down.



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Jim Harbaugh says President Trump should 'check the Constitution' about anthem protests

Harbaugh used to coach Colin Kaepernick, who started the national anthem protest trend during the 2016 NFL preseason.



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Saturday, 23 September 2017

2018 NFL Draft watch: Saquon Barkley adds to Heisman resume with career game vs. Iowa

Saquon Barkley broke his career all-purpose mark in a game with 336 yards in a close win over Iowa.



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In Iowa win, Penn State's Saquon Barkley proves he's college football's best player

Penn State's Saquon Barkley proved he's the best player in college football again through the Nittany Lions' thrilling victory against Iowa. How can you argue?



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Florida's win belies fact they still have major quarterback issues

Florida won, yes, but they still have a lot of questions to answer at the quarterback position.



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What every SEC fanbase is saying in one sentence after Week 4

Here's what every SEC fan-base is saying after a wild Week 4. We got one statement for each team



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Penn State squeaks by Iowa with last-second touchdown pass

Penn State just narrowly avoided a heartbreaking upset. Here's the play that saved them:



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In beating Oklahoma State, TCU silences talk of all-Oklahoma Big 12 party

The Big 12 was supposed to be decided by an undefeated matchup in Bedlam this year. But TCU had other plans when it visited Oklahoma State in Stillwater.



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John O'Korn ignites Michigan offense — and a bye-week quarterback controversy

Michgan's John O'Korn in the second half of a victory against Purdue, and perhaps ignited a QB controversy heading into the bye week.



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Georgia vs. Mississippi State: Scores, highlights from SEC's battle of unbeaten Bulldogs

Follow along for live updates from the battle of 3-0 SEC teams in Georgia.



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Jets' Blake Wheeler joins social conversation against Donald Trump

Blake Wheeler tweeted what appeared to be his disagreement with President Donald Trump's stance on NFL players protesting the national anthem.



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N.C. State's Bradley Chubb apologizes for spitting on FSU logo after upset win

Bradley Chubb quickly apologized after seemingly spitting on the FSU logo after N.C. State's 27-21 win over Florida State



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Michigan QB Wilton Speight exits with apparent injury

Michigan quarterback Wilton Speight left Saturday's game against Purdue after an awkward hit while being sacked in the first quarter.



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Two-loss Seminoles face near-impossible College Football Playoff road

Jimbo Fisher and the Florida State Seminoles now face a near-impossible road to the College Football Playoff. Is there any chance for a comeback?



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Capitals' Tom Wilson suspended for 2 preseason games

NHL Department of Player Safety wasting no time suspending forward Tom Wilson after hit in St. Louis Blues game.



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Oklahoma State vs. TCU: Scores, highlights from Big 12 battle

Follow long live as Oklahoma State takes on TCU in a massive game that could affect the race for the Big 12 title.



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College football fans upset after FSU's Jacob Pugh gets ejected for odd targeting call

Florida State's Jacob Pugh was tossed from the game against N.C. State after a controversial targeting call.



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A squirrel got loose during a college football game and the announcer lost his mind

"He's my favorite squirrel."



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Watch: N.C. State DE Bradley Chubb forces fumble, recovers it 25 yards downfield

The N.C. State defensive end, already a projected first-round pick in the next year's NFL Draft, looked spectacular on a play against FSU.



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Ref ruins amazing touchdown by Texas A&M's Kellen Mond with terrible call

Kellen Mond scored a touchdown, but a ref made a bad call that took it away.



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NHL to officials: Cut back on slashing, faceoff violations

NHL officials have been strictly enforcing faceoff encroachment and slashing violations this preseason, leading to criticism by players.



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Week 4 college football scores, highlights from Saturday's games

Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.



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No. 7 Washington loses emerging star CB Byron Murphy (broken foot), report says

The redshirt freshman's absence is a significant setback for a young secondary facing a veteran Colorado receiving corps Saturday.



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Three things about that Boise State beatdown by Virginia

The Broncos look legitimately mediocre on the blue turf, where the Cavaliers showed the rebuild is coming along nicely.



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Friday, 22 September 2017

Canadians Vlasic, Marchand take Twitter jabs at NHL over Olympics

Brad Marchand and Marc-Edourad Vlasic are unhappy they can't represent Canada at the 2018 Olympics, and let the NHL know it.



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Whether with Leafs or Marlies, Colin Greening remains true professional

Colin Greening has become a willing veteran mentor to Maple Leafs kids, even if it costs him spot in the NHL.



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Rutgers clear of major penalties now, must be good for Big Ten next

Rutgers avoided major penalties from the NCAA COI on Friday. Now, it's on Chris Ash to mold something good for the Scarlet Knights — and the Big Ten.



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'Chicks dig the check down' is advice Miss State QB Nick Fitzgerald got from Dan Mullen

Mississippi State quarterback Nick Fitzgerald has improved this season, and he has advice imparted on him by coach Dan Mullen to thank.



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NCAA punishes Rutgers for 'failure to monitor football program' under Kyle Flood

The Scarlet Knights were sanctioned for violations related to recruiting and drug testing.



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Arkansas plays recruiting hardball with Texas A&M commit

Four-star safety Jordan Moore has to decommit from Texas A&M before Arkansas will "host" him for the Aggies-Hogs game in Arlington.



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Big 12 extends commissioner Bob Bowlsby's contract through 2025

The former Iowa and Stanford athletic director has led the Big 12 since 2012.



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Inside the 2017-18 Blues: Boom or bust for Stanley Cup-minded St. Louis

St. Louis boasts one of the deepest forward groups in the NHL, but the same can't be said about its defense. Injuries and unpredictable goaltending could lead to the Blues' undoing.



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Inside the 2017-18 Panthers: Puzzling offseason brings change, for better or worse

After falling well short of expectations in 2016-17, the Panthers overhauled their roster and coaching staff with unknown commodities. Was it necessary, or an overcorrection?



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College football Week 4 primer: Heisman watch, upset picks, predictions and more

Saquon Barkley is in focus in prime-time, and so are a a bunch of SEC showdowns with historical implications, in Week 4 of the college football season.



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North Carolina loses three more starters to season-ending injuries

UNC now lists nine players as out for the season, more than 10 percent of the Tar Heels' scholarship players.



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LSU reverses field, RB Derrius Guice available for Syracuse

Initially ruled out, the SEC's leading rusher in 2016 suffered what appeared to be a left knee injury against Mississippi State.



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Thursday, 21 September 2017

Ohio State most valuable college football program at $1.5B

Ohio State's football program would be worth $1.5 billion if it were valued like a pro football franchise, according to a new report.



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Former Texas A&M AD says he had 'no say' in Kevin Sumlin's lucrative contract

When Sumlin received a six-year, $30 million contract extension in 2013, the athletic director at the time said he had no input.



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Clemson kicker Greg Huegel tears ACL, out for season

Huegel was attempting a field goal at practice on Wednesday when the injury occurred.



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With Shawn Eichorst out and Mike Riley on hot seat, Nebraska must get 'fit' again

Nebraska fired Shawn Eichorst on Thursday, and it's time for the Huskers to steal a page from their co-national champs from 1997.



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Nebraska fires AD Shawn Eichorst as frustration swirls around football program

The move came less than a week after a Huskers loss to Northern Illinois that Eichorst called "not acceptable."



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Oklahoma State vs. TCU: Matchups, keys to victory in huge Big 12 opener

Could TCU possibly upend Oklahoma State in a massive Big 12 upset? Here are keys to the game for both teams:



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Former Texas RB Ricky Williams arrested on outstanding traffic warrants

The Heisman winner smiled for his mugshot after he was arrested due to an active warrant.



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Kings kick off NHL's China tour with 5-2 win over Canucks

Thursday's preseason bout in Shanghai was billed as the first step in expanding NHL's reach in China.



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Urban Meyer, Jim Harbaugh profiled in books highlighting The Game

A pair of books will have Ohio State and Michigan fans ready to go for the Big Ten season. Here's your fall reading material.



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USC won't take Cal win for granted after Texas-sized letdown

USC thought little of its matchup with Cal heading into this season. That's no longer the case after the Trojans put up disappointing performances against Texas and Western Michigan.



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Inside the 2017-18 Red Wings: Bracing for a new kind of streak

A mismanaged salary cap situation will make it difficult for Detroit to turn things around quickly, lest the losing seasons start piling up like the playoff runs once did.



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Joffrey Lupul apologizes for saying Maple Leafs 'cheat'

Lupul, 33, said his comments — which included "Haha failed physical?" — were an "unneeded distraction" for the Leafs.



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Inside the 2017-18 Rangers: Despite changes, goal remains the same

The Rangers will be a fun, exciting, fast-paced team to watch in 2017-18, whether they are a Stanley Cup favorite or not.



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Inside the 2017-18 Kings: Los Angeles hoping to reclaim NHL royalty

The Kings are at a crossroads three years after winning their second Stanley Cup in three seasons.



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Yes, Florida can take the wheel in the SEC East by beating Kentucky

Jim McElwain and Florida can ride a roller coaster to the top of the SEC East if they beat Kentucky on Saturday. How can they make that happen?



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LSU RB Derrius Guice out for Syracuse with apparent knee injury

The SEC's leading rusher in 2016 suffered what appeared to be a left knee injury in Saturday's loss to Mississippi State.



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Wednesday, 20 September 2017

Two college players die from football-related injuries

Midwestern State cornerback Robert Grays and Wooster offensive lineman Clayton Geib passed away this weekend.



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Lias Andersson taking NHL journey with Rangers in stride

The 18-year-old rookie is pleading his case to crack the Rangers' opening night roster



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Oklahoma president David Boren announces retirement

Oklahoma president David Boren was instrumental in the Big 12 getting a championship game after the conference went to 10 teams.



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Four Utah students charged after defacing BYU's cougar statue

Four Utah students face steep fines after defacing BYU's cougar statue earlier this month.



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Inside the 2017-18 Predators: Getting by without Ryan Ellis

One (very important) piece to the Predators' impregnable defense corps is expected to miss half the season. How will it affect the defending Western Conference champs?



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Inside the 2017-18 Islanders: Tavares contract cloud hangs over season

John Tavares and his team will have to ignore the constant talk about his contract status as the Islanders try and return to the Stanley Cup playoffs this season.



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Oklahoma State, TCU face clash of styles in Big 12's first season-defining game

Saturday offers the first true season-defining game for the Big 12 Conference. Will Oklahoma State or TCU come out on top?



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Investigation of suspended Florida players nearing conclusion

University police will pass on their findings to the state attorney, who will decide whether to press criminal charges.



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Iowa tapping into 'electric' night atmosphere for Penn State in prime time

Iowa owns a successful track record in night games, and Kirk Ferentz will tap into that once again vs. Penn State on Saturday.



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Mason Rudolph is coming for Baker Mayfield’s Big 12 throne — and the Heisman Trophy

Oklahoma State's Mason Rudolph is the biggest threat to Baker Mayfield's claim to the Heisman Trophy.



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D2 college football player Robert Grays dies days after suffering neck injury during game

Robert Grays died Tuesday night after injuries sustained in a game on Saturday.



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Tuesday, 19 September 2017

Devils center Brian Boyle diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia

Outlook is good for veteran Devils center Brian Boyle



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Alex Burrows more settled this year with Senators

Veteran winger Alex Burrows is still chasing his first Stanley Cup, and believes the Senators can make a run this season.



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Babcock sees positive change in Leafs defenseman Jake Gardiner

The 27-year-old defenseman has finally emerged as the Leafs' top defenseman



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Inside the 2017-18 Stars: Redemption on the line in cutthroat Central

The Stars are coming off a trying season filled with injury and tough breaks, but they're once again a popular Stanley Cup pick after a summer overhaul.



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Colin White breaks wrist, Senators rookie out 6-8 weeks

Ottawa's rookie center is injured during Monday's preseason action.



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How they beat Bama: Ranking each SEC opponent's chances

So you think you can beat Alabama? Here's a look at how each SEC team on the Crimson Tide's schedule could actually do it in 2017.



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Nico Hischier's debut features slick goal for Devils

The top overall pick in the 2017 draft provided a glimpse into the future with a gorgeous preseason goal Monday.



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Byron Cowart, former No. 1 DE, leaving Auburn program

One of Auburn's most heralded defensive recruits in recent memory is transferring from the program.



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Inside the 2017-18 Sabres: The Jack Eichel Effect

Jack Eichel's star has been overlooked in the NHL's constellation of young talent. If he reaches the upper echelon this season, an end to the Sabres' playoff drought won't be far behind.



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Wisconsin fans cleaned out Provo's 2 bars during BYU game

The Cougars may have lost, but Provo's two bars won big.



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LOOK: Cory Schneider goes undercover, surprises Devils fan

The Devils goalie goes all "Undercover Boss" style on Monday night to surprise fans.



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Week 4 college football schedule, TV coverage for Top 25 games

TCU at Oklahoma State, Mississippi Sate at Georgia highlight Week 4 of the college football season.



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College football picks, Week 4: Oklahoma State, TCU ready for a shootout

Sporting News offers its straight-up picks for college football's Week 4. That includes Oklahoma State-TCU, Georgia-Mississippi State and ... Alabama-Vanderbilt?



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Mike Riley: Nebraska has earned criticism

Nebraska, a proud program and fanbase, has lost six of nine games dating back to last October.



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College football Week 4 picks against spread: SEC race starts with bang

Sporting News offers its picks against the spread for college football's Week 4 games, including Mississippi State at Georgia.



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D-III hazing incident results in felony charges for 5 players

A freshman teammate wound up restrained with duct tape, half-naked, beaten and abandoned on a baseball field after being kidnapped.



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Monday, 18 September 2017

A healthy Brock Boeser is making his case to stick with Canucks

Limited in a nine-game look last year by a wrist injury, Brock Boeser has caught the Canucks' attention with five points in the first two preseason games already.



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Oregon State QB Jake Luton has thoracic spine fracture

Luton was taken off the field on a stretcher after taking a blow to the head in the fourth quarter of Saturday's loss to Washington State.



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This college football player keeps stealing towels from opponents' pants

Ohio safety Javon Hagan will take your towel without any second thoughts.



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Arkansas to honor Jerry Jones with Cowboys-inspired uniforms

Jones was an an all-Southwest Conference offensive lineman for Arkansas.



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A more focused Thomas Chabot keys in on securing spot with Senators

After being criticized by team brass for a lack of intensity, Thomas Chabot went out and had an outstanding season in junior last year. Now, he wants to earn a spot in the NHL with the Senators.



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Tyler Wong: Just who is this star of Golden Knights' first game?

Little-known Tyler Wong made a huge first impression with the expansion Golden Knights.



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Heisman breakdown: With Lamar Jackson dud, it's Baker Mayfield's to lose

There's a clear leader in the hunt for the Heisman Trophy after college football's slate of Week 3 games.



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Penn State's James Franklin iced Georgia State kicker to preserve 56-0 shutout

Franklin said he was simply trying to make sure his field goal-blocking unit was lined up correctly. Sure.



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Colin White sets sights on cracking Senators' roster

The rookie center is in Monday's lineup in Ottawa's preseason opener



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Auburn dismisses QB Sean White after public intoxication arrest, per report

White was arrested early morning on charges of public intoxication. He is no longer on Auburn's football team.



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Kelly Bryant proves Clemson isn't stuck in the middle at quarterback

Kelly Bryant enjoyed a breakout performance against Louisville, one that proves the Tigers aren't stuck in the middle at quarterback in their national title defense.



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Week 4 bowl projections: Penn State moves into College Football Playoff

Sporting News projects every college football bowl game for 2017. Which teams will make the fourth annual College Football Playoff?



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Inside the 2017-18 Coyotes: A bright future in the desert

There are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about the future of the Coyotes.



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College football player dies day after feeling ill after game

A College of Wooster football player died Sunday, one day after feeling ill after a game against Ohio Wesleyan.



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Texas LT Connor Williams, top NFL prospect, out indefinitely with knee injury

The junior suffered two sprained ligaments and a torn meniscus in his left knee that will require surgery.



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Sunday, 17 September 2017

Golden Knights vs. Canucks preseason: Vegas wins first game

The Vegas Golden Knights won their first preseason game on Sunday, and continued a creative approach to Twitter.



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Maple Leafs training camp: Position battles heat up as games begin

The Maple Leafs return from Niagara Falls to face off with the Senators in their first preseason game Monday, with jobs to be won up front and on defense.



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College football rankings: Clemson moves to No. 2, several teams drop after losses to unranked foes

Clemson rose over Oklahoma in the AP Poll, while several teams like LSU and Kansas State lost to unranked opponents.



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Steve Mason's up and down journey takes next turn with Jets

The Winnipeg Jets expect goaltending stability from Steve Mason, who hardly has had a stable NHL career.



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Luke Rockhold to GSP: "You don't belong here."

Rockhold sends a strong message to the Canadian MMA legend



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Parachute entrance goes terribly wrong at BYU-Wisconsin game

A parachute entrance before the BYU-Wisconsin game on Saturday turned scary when one member of the parachute team hit the wall of the stadium.



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Auburn quarterback Sean White arrested for public intoxication

Police arrested White several hours after Auburn's 24-10 victory over Mercer at nearby Jordan-Hare Stadium.



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Lights go out at San Diego Stadium during Stanford-SDSU game

"Pac-12 After Dark," became Pac-12 in the dark on Saturday night.



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College Football Playoff picture: Who's in, out and knocking on door in Week 4

Which four teams look like the best bets to reach the College Football Playoff heading into Week 4? Bill Bender breaks it down.



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Texas' biggest snag in near loss to USC was that it didn't have Sam Darnold

USC has a safety net in Sam Darnold that's as good as any in the nation. But Texas showed grit in a loss.



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South Carolina's Deebo Samuel may be out for season with broken ankle

The loss is a tough blow after the junior wide receiver logged six total touchdowns in the Gamecocks' first three games.



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Saturday, 16 September 2017

Clemson reminds Louisville — and everyone else — the champs are here to stay

No. 3 Clemson reminded everyone the defending champions are here to stay in a blowout victory against No. 14 Louisville. Why is anybody surprised?



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USC dramatically avoids upset in another classic against Texas

The Texas Longhorns thought they had won the game at the end of the fourth quarter, but they gave USC QB Sam Darnold too much time.



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No. 3 Clemson 47, No. 14 Louisville 21: Five things we learned

Clemson made an impressive statement in their ACC victory against Louisville on Saturday. Here are five things we learned.



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South Carolina WR Deebo Samuel breaks leg, ending season, per report

The record-breaking South Carolina receiver is finished for the year after breaking his leg against Kentucky.



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Mississippi State 37, LSU 7: Five things we learned in Bulldog beatdown

Here's what we learned in Mississippi State's beatdown of LSU in Starkville on Saturday.



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DeShaun Watson: Kelly Bryant 'will be better than me'

Kelly Bryant was 17 of 27 for 238 yards and a touchdown in the first half against Louisville.



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Watch: Dog fetches kickoff tees for Boise State

Boise State has a dog that fetches kickoff tees, and it's wonderful.



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Feleipe Franks beat Tennessee and won Florida's starting quarterback job in one play

Florida QB Feleipe Franks won two things on Saturday: The game, and the right to lead Florida's offense.



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Clemson vs. Louisville: Scores, updates from top-15 ACC matchup

Follow Sporting News’ live blog as Clemson faces Louisville in an ACC showdown.



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Watch: Florida defeats Tennessee on 63-yard Hail Mary

Gators QB Feleipe Franks heaved a 63-yard pass that dropped into the arms of sophomore receiver Tyrie Cleveland in the end zone.



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Wisconsin looks like most complete team in Big Ten, at least for now

Wisconsin made its case as the most complete Big Ten contender after a 40-6 dismantling of BYU on the road. Can the Badgers keep it that way?



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Nebraska AD calls loss to Northern Illinois 'not acceptable'

At one point Saturday, Northern Illinois had more interception return yards than Nebraska had passing yards.



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Georgia man jailed for alleged Notre Dame ticket scam

More than 30 people filed complaints that they paid for, but never received, tickets for Georgia's matchup with Notre Dame Sept. 9.



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High-stepping to endzone results in loss of touchdown for Iowa



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Nebraska's identity crisis spills over again in shocking upset to Northern Illinois

Nebraska's Big Ten identity is again in question after a shocking loss to Northern Illinois. What will be the fallout in Lincoln?



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Josh Rosen's decision-making proves costly in Memphis upset of UCLA

Josh Rosen threw two interceptions including one that was returned for a touchdown in UCLA's loss to Memphis.



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Nebraska offense stalls at home in loss to Northern Illinois

Huskers quarterback Tanner Lee threw three interceptions in a second straight home loss.



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Oklahoma State rolls Pitt behind Mason Rudolph’s Heisman-worthy performance

Oklahoma State boat raced Pittsburgh at Heinz Field on Saturday, and the story of the game was Cowboys QB Mason Rudolph.



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Florida vs. Tennessee: Scores, updates from key SEC East showdown

Follow Sporting News' live blog as Florida takes on Tennessee in what could be an SEC East-defining game.



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Kansas football's offensive line just decides to fall down in weird strategy

The Kansas offensive line all fell down at once and it didn't work ... at all.



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Memphis football's JJ Russell taken off field on stretcher after scary hit to head vs. UCLA

Memphis' JJ Russell took a big hit and laid unconscious on the field for several minutes before exiting on a stretcher.



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High school football game ended in brawl that was broken up with pepper spray

Las Vegas high schools Canyon Springs and Basic got into a brawl and police broke up the fight by using pepper spray on the players and coaches.



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Rick Pitino rocks Lamar Jackson jersey as guest picker on ESPN’s College GameDay

Rick Pitino was the guest picker on ESPN’s College Gameday” on Saturday, as the show was broadcast from Louisville.



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Week 3 college football scores, highlights from Saturday's games

Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.



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Charlie Strong paints silver lining on South Florida’s ugly win over Illinois

South Florida’s 47-23 win over Illinois featured a mind-numbing 31 penalties, but Bulls coach Charlie Strong added a silver lining later.



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Friday, 15 September 2017

Jerry Sandusky's son pleads guilty to sex crimes involving teenage girls

Jeffrey Sandusky pleaded guilty Friday to pressuring a pair of teenage girls into sex.



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ECU chancellor 'appalled' by criticism of football team

Second-year coach Scottie Montgomery and AD Jeff Compher have come under harsh criticism, but ECU chancellor Cecil Staton wants it to stop.



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Lane Kiffin, FAU thank Wisconsin for hospitality in full-page newspaper ad

Lane Kiffin thanked the Wisconsin program for its hospitality as Florida Atlantic stayed in Madison a few extra days during Hurricane Irma.



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With new Canucks contract in tow, much is left for Horvat to prove

Bo Horvat has a long way to go in proving he's worth the contract the Canucks gave him this offseason.



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Patrik Laine spent summer bulking up for Jets

After a dynamic rookie season, Patrik Laine went home to Finland to work on his overall strength this summer and is now ready to lead the Winnipeg Jets back into the playoff picture.



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USC vs. Texas: Trojans' 2006 Rose Bowl loss still resonates with Lane Kiffin

Lane Kiffin doesn't think that famed 2006 Rose Bowl between USC and Texas will ever leave him.



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Jim McElwain’s delicious barbecue sauce available Saturday!

A barbecue sauce created by Florida football coach Jim McElwain hits the market Saturday at the Gators’ home game against Tennessee.



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Jordan Eberle starting to settle in with Islanders

After arriving in a trade with the Oilers, Jordan Eberle is getting accustomed to being an Islander.



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Derek Stepan brings winning pedigree to Coyotes

Derek Stepan is set to fill multiple roles for his new team, the Arizona Coyotes, including that of veteran leader.



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Tyler Seguin and Stars learn lessons from subpar season

Dallas Stars all-star Tyler Seguin believes it's important he and his teammates learn valuable lessons from last year's dismal season.



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Inside the 2017-18 Flyers: Giroux, goalies, kids hold keys to success

Many things need to go right for the a Flyers return to the post-season, none bigger than a bounce-back season from captain Claude Giroux.



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Inside the 2017-18 Avalanche: Moving forward, with or without Matt Duchene

It's not a question of if but when Matt Duchene will be traded, and the Avs are hanging in the balance until that happens.



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College football Week 3 primer: Heisman watch, upset picks, predictions and more

Lamar Jackson, the reigning Heisman trophy winner, vs. No. 3 Clemson, reigning national champion, is just one of the storylines we're watching in college football Week 3.



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Thursday, 14 September 2017

Alex Ovechkin releases statement on 2018 Olympics

The Capitals captain will be focusing on Stanley Cup with Olympic hopes gone.



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Minnesota Wild sign Marcus Foligno to four-year deal

Wild, Foligno ink deal just before training camp starts.



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Despite changes, Vigneault believes Rangers will contend for Stanley Cup

On the opening day of training camp, the Rangers' coach sends the message that his team is in it to win it this season.



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Former student claims Notre Dame protected football player accused of sexual assault

A lawsuit filed against the university alleges Notre Dame protected a football player over the person accusing him of sexual assault.



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Senators' Clarke MacArthur fails medical test

The veteran forward missed nearly all of last season and has a history of at least four known concussions.



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AAC shuffles schedule after Irma postponements

Five schools in the AAC will shuffle their schedules after Hurricane Irma affected several games.



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Angry Bender: James Franklin, Baker Mayfield and how to talk trash properly

Angry Bender is back for Week 3, and this week we talk Baker Mayfield, James Franklin and how to talk trash properly



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NHL training camps: Key storylines for all 31 teams

NHL training camps have opened and Sporting News takes a look at the most important story lines for each team.



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'NHL 18' review: New features make the game easier to learn and enjoy

The latest edition of the long-running EA Sports NHL franchise expands its appeal through a new arcade mode and better teaching tools.



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Louisville vs. Clemson: All eyes on Lamar Jackson vs. Tigers defense

Here are the matchups and keys to victory for both Louisville and Clemson — can Lamar Jackson pierce that fearsome Tigers' defense?



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Matt Duchene reports to Avalanche training camp 'for my teammates'

Things are going to be a little awkward around Denver until the Avalanche find a resolution to their Matt Duchene situation.



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Texas vs. USC: Matchups, keys to victory in Rose Bowl rematch

Here are the keys to victory for both USC and Texas in a rematch of the greatest Rose Bowl ever played.



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Babcock: No captain for Maple Leafs in 2017-18

The Maple Leafs will go another season without a team captain, according to head coach Mike Babcock.



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Inside the 2017-18 Hurricanes: On the cusp of ending playoff drought

The Hurricanes just might be on the verge of ending the longest current playoff drought in the NHL this season.



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SN exclusive: How Mason Rudolph beat the 'system' with Oklahoma State

Oklahoma State's Mason Rudolph is letting it fly in his last ride with the Cowboys, and he isn't afraid to talk about the lofty goals in the Big 12.



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'Last Chance U': Players you never knew went to East Mississippi Community College

Plenty of big names have already come through "Last Chance U." Could more stars be born from Season 2 of Netflix's hit show?



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David Pastrnak ends holdout, signs new 6-year deal with Bruins

The right winger logged 34 goals and 36 assists in 75 games last season, trailing only Brad Marchand for the team lead in points.



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Inside the 2017-18 Jets: Playoff hopefuls staying the course

Winnipeg made incremental changes to a talented roster in the offseason, banking their playoff hopes on sustained scoring and improved goaltending.



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Long live the Kings of Corsi: Aging roster, scoring woes doomed LA's dynasty

From Stanley Cup champs (twice) to a playoff afterthought, what happened to the Los Angeles Kings and can they fix it before it's too late?



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Where are the star players of Netflix’s ‘Last Chance U’ now?

Season 2 of "Last Chance U" is nearly here. Where are the players who helped make the Netflix show a hit?



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Former 'Last Chance U' stars Isaiah Wright, Camion Patrick charged with criminal homicide

Isaiah Wright and his brother Camion Patrick have been detained in Knoxville in connection to the stabbing death of Caleb Thomas Radford.



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Bryan Little, Winnipeg Jets agree on six-year, $31.75M extension

Bryan Little had one of his most productive NHL seasons a year ago, and now has a new six-year extension from the Winnipeg Jets.



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SN exclusive: Mack Brown recalls Texas-USC masterpiece in Rose Bowl, hopes we'll see another one

Will we ever see a masterpiece like the 2006 Rose Bowl between USC and Texas? Mack Brown shares his thoughts with Sporting News.



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Nick Saban bristles at quarterback questions

Alabama's coach said he hasn't decided how he'll use Jalen Hurts and Tua Tagovailoa vs. Colorado State, "and I wouldn't tell you if I did."



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Wednesday, 13 September 2017

Former NHLer Jeff Parker's brain to be donated for CTE research

The former Sabre and Whaler was among a group of players involved in an ongoing class action lawsuit against the NHL. He died Monday at age 53.



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There will be no winners in the Flames' arena battle with Calgary

The Flames' ongoing search for a new arena in Calgary has turned ugly.



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Bob Davie subject of outside investigation at New Mexico, report says

Players' claims of mistreatment and a compromised drug-testing program triggered the university's request for an outside probe.



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Predators' Vernon Fiddler announces retirement after 14 seasons

The veteran forward, 37, finished his career with 104 goals and 261 points in 877 games.



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Milan Hejduk to join ranks of Avalanche greats to have number retired

Patrick Roy. Ray Bourque. Peter Forsberg. Joe Sakic. Adam Foote. Milan Hejduk.



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'Last Chance U' QB admitted to hospital with blood clots

De'Andre Johnson, who starred on "Last Chance U" and is the starting quarterback at FAU, has been diagnosed with blood clots.



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NHL Training Camp: Locations and dates for all 31 teams

Dates and Locations for 2018 NHL Training Camps



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Delta pays passenger $4K to give up seat for college football fan

A mother of three gave up her seat on an overbooked Delta flight for $4,000.



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Lance Armstrong calls out USC: You s— all over Reggie Bush

After USC said it had a perfect record against Texas, Armstrong took to Twitter to call out the Trojans for their 2006 Rose Bowl loss.



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Inside the 2017-18 Devils: Youngsters help turn page on recent past

After a last-place finish a year ago, the Devils are hoping that a group of talented youngsters provide light at the end of the tunnel for a team which has not reached the playoffs in five years.



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Minnesota will wear amazing Goldy Gopher helmets Saturday

P.J. Fleck is pretty pumped about Goldy Gopher's birthday next week.



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Inside the 2017-18 Canucks: The rebuild must start with losing

Before they can get better, the Canucks are in the middle of a rebuild that management needs to embrace. Even if it means saying so long to the Sedin twins.



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Inside the 2017-18 Senators: No shortage of skeptics in Ottawa's Stanley Cup pursuit

Can the Senators recapture the magic that carried them to within one goal of the Stanley Cup Final?



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Face it, Ohio State's J.T. Barrett and Michigan's Wilton Speight aren't getting benched

J.T. Barrett and Wilton Speight have struggled in the early season, but Bill Bender explains why neither will get benched.



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Tuesday, 12 September 2017

Murray State football player gets married after practice with coach as officiant

Murray State offensive line coach Brian Hamilton conducted the ceremony between Bishop Woods and Caitlin Myers following Tuesday's practice.



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Michigan announces Amazon series will document football season

The series will show life beyond the gridiron for Michigan football players and their coaches.



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John Tavares: 'I just try to control what I control' in contract uncertainty with Islanders

The Islanders captain says he won't let his contact hinder his performance this season.



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Penguins' Kris Letang cleared for contact ahead of training camp

The Penguins defenseman last played Feb. 21 and later underwent surgery in April to repair a herniated disk in his neck.



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Florida home game against Tennessee will be played as scheduled

Now that Irma has passed through Florida, the Gators announced their home game against Tennessee will still take place this Saturday.



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Maple Leafs training camp: Marleau, Hainsey, Moore are the 3 wise men

The Maple Leafs brought in three veterans this summer to help the team's young core on, and off, the ice.



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Heisman Case: Five stats that support Oklahoma's Baker Mayfield

Baker Mayfield made his Heisman case in a big victory against Ohio State in Week 2. Here are five stats that support that.



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Panthers, Lightning pitch in on NHL's $2.7M donation to Hurricane Irma relief

The NHL, its union and both Florida franchises put together a sizable donation to relief efforts across the state in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma.



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Lundqvist eager to start training camp, adjusting to Rangers 'big moves'

Henrik Lundqvist is healthy and ready to drive the Rangers' quest for the Stanley Cup again this season.



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Seattle could be in line for NHL, NBA teams as arena deal takes shape

The NHL could wind up in Seattle within three years if the plan goes as hoped.



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Inside the 2017-18 Canadiens: Jonathan Drouin takes center stage in Montreal

Jonathan Drouin is the Canadiens' No. 1 center by default, an experiment that ultimately will make or break their Stanley Cup aspirations.



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Inside the 2017-18 Flames: Goaltending shakeup still leaves questions

With largely the same roster from a season ago, including one of the NHL's best blue lines, all eyes are on an overhauled crease to determine Calgary's outlook as a Western Conference contender.



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Cal beats Chicago Bears, reclaims 'Go Bears' trademark

The NFL's Chicago Bears have tried to use a phrase trademarked by Cal. It didn't work out well.



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College football Week 3 picks against spread: Clemson and Louisville will be close again

Sporting News offers its picks against the spread for college football's Week 3 games, including Louisville vs. Clemson and Florida vs. Tennessee.



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Week 3 straight-up picks: Will Clemson or Louisville win rematch of last year's thriller?

Clemson and Louisville face off this week in a top-15 clash of styles. Sporting News offers its straight-up picks for college football's Week 3 games.



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Week 3 college football schedule, TV coverage for Top 25 games

Clemson at Louisville, Texas at USC highlight Week 3 of the college football season.



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Monday, 11 September 2017

Blue Jackets' Josh Anderson preparing for training camp holdout, agent says

The 23-year-old forward scored 17 goals for Columbus in the 2016-17 NHL season.



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Central Florida cancels game against Georgia Tech

Following the aftermath of Hurricane Irma, UCF has canceled its matchup against Georgia Tech.



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USC vs. Texas: Trojans claim they're undefeated vs. Longhorns, despite 2006 Rose Bowl

USC is trying to introduce "vacated loss" into its game notes against Texas.



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Kent State coach Paul Haynes reveals cancer diagnosis

Paul Haynes announced days before Kent State's season opener he was taking a medical leave, but did not disclose the reason until Monday.



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Louisville planning blackout game for Clemson

The Cardinals want to try every tactic possible to intimidate the reigning national champs.



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Senators GM Pierre Dorion excited for new season of challenges

The general manager of the Senators discusses what's next after his team came within one double-overtime goal of reaching the Stanley Cup Final last spring.



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Oklahoma's Baker Mayfield apologizes to Ohio State for flag plant on football field

Baker Mayfield had to apologize for planting the OU flag in the middle of Ohio State's field.



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Week 3 bowl projections: Alabama vs. Clemson III in production?

Sporting News projects every college football bowl game for 2017. Which teams will make the fourth annual College Football Playoff?



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College Football Playoff Week 2 picture: Who's in, out and knocking on the door

Sporting News breaks down the College Football Playoff picture heading into Week 3 of the college football season.



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New, improved Lamar Jackson showing his value to Louisville — and NFL scouts

Lamar Jackson is a more dangerous player now than when he won the Heisman Trophy a year ago.



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Inside the 2017-18 Oilers: Cup or bust for Connor McDavid and Co.

After ending a 10-year playoff drought, Connor McDavid and the Oilers have their sights set on the 2018 Stanley Cup.



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Inside the 2017-18 Maple Leafs: Pressure mounts for Auston Matthews and the kids

Playoff bubble team? Stanley Cup or bust? A case can be made for any scenario, which is indicative of Toronto's exciting but unpredictable youth as a long-suffering city hopes for expedited returns.



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Sunday, 10 September 2017

Wife of Texas A&M coach Kevin Sumlin wants to 'expose,' stare down author of racist letter

The Sumlin family seeks justice for the person who sent a racist, threatening letter to the coach's home.



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College football rankings: Oklahoma jumps Clemson in latest AP Poll

Oklahoma rose to No. 2 in the AP Poll's Week 3 rankings after its big win over Ohio State.



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College football rankings: Clemson at No. 2 in Coaches Poll after statement win

Baker Mayfield's big game landed Oklahoma the third spot in Sunday's new Coaches Poll. Clemson and Kelly Bryant moved to No. 2.



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Three things Notre Dame fans don’t want to hear after loss to Georgia

Here are three takeaways from Georgia’s 20-19 win at Notre Dame on Saturday night, none of which most Irish fans probably want to hear.



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When Urban Meyer's big-play Buckeyes return, big-time wins will follow

Ohio State was lacking in the big play department in a loss to Oklahoma. How will Urban Meyer fix it?



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Sam Darnold gives USC its swagger back with much-needed win over Stanford

Sam Darnold and USC faced early-season fears of being overhyped. They put those fears to rest against Stanford on Saturday.



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Baker Mayfield plants Sooners' flag with statement game against Ohio State

Baker Mayfield led the Sooners to a statement victory against the Sooners, the weight of which will impact the Heisman and College Football Playoff race.



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Penn State coach James Franklin savagely disses Pitt following Saturday’s victory

Penn State coach James Franklin landed a stinging verbal jab on Pittsburgh’s football program after his team's win over the Panthers.



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Texas A&M coach Kevin Sumlin responds to hate mail

Sumlin addressed the racist and threatening letter his wife shared on Twitter earlier this week from an anonymous Aggies fan.



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Saturday, 9 September 2017

2018 NFL Draft watch: Lamar Jackson dazzles with arm, legs in win over UNC

Lamar Jackson put up monster numbers in a win against North Carolina.



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No. 5 Oklahoma 31, No. 2 Ohio State 16: Five things we learned

No. 5 Oklahoma made a playoff statement behind Baker Mayfield in a road victory against No. 2 Ohio State. Here are five things we learned.



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Kelly Bryant's gutsy performance proves his worthiness to succeed Deshaun Watson at Clemson

Kelly Bryant is no Deshaun Watson. But he's the perfect guy to take over for him at Clemson, as he proved against Auburn.



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College football's Top 25 quarterbacks for 2017: Lamar Jackson or Sam Darnold at No. 1?

Sporting News ranks the Top 25 quarterbacks for 2017, a loaded field that includes Lamar Jackson, Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield, among others.



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Deebo Samuel ties South Carolina record after second straight kick-off return TD

Deebo Samuel might just be the most explosive player in college football.



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ACC announces new dates for Miami games against FSU, Ga. Tech

Hurricane Irma has forced college football teams throughout Florida to reschedule or cancel games.



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Clemson suffers brief injury scare with QB Bryant Kelly

Kelly Bryant went down with an injury in the second quarter of Clemson's game against Auburn.



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Penn State, Trace McSorley overcome Pitt's game of keep-away

Penn State beat rival Pitt on Saturday, and the Nittany Lions showed why that offense is so intimidating



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College football Week 2: Highlights, updates from today's primetime games

All of the latest college football scores, highlights and updates from Saturday night's primetime games.



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Top 5 highlights from Lamar Jackson's 525-yard, six-touchdown game

Lamar Jackson had a historic performance Saturday against North Carolina.



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No. 8 Michigan 36, Cincinnati 14: Three questions for Wolverines in uneven win

Michigan won 36-14 on Saturday, but there were some tense moments for the Wolverines. Here are three questions that need to be answered.



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Florida State-Miami game expected to be moved to October, report says

Florida State has announced its campus will be closed through Friday.



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Texas tabs Sam Ehlinger to step in for Shane Buechele as starting QB

With Buechele out due to a bruised shoulder, the true freshman will get the call against San Jose State.



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Kansas State football's Kendall Adams had water squirted on him during fumble recovery

A Charlotte player decided to squirt water on Kendall Adams as he tried to recover a fumble.



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College football fans upset after controversial ejection of Kentucky's Lynn Bowden

Lynn Bowden was tossed from Kentucky's college football game against Eastern Kentucky for a questionable targeting call.



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Georgia fans travel to Notre Dame, only to discover they don't have their tickets

Multitudes of UGA fans have arrived in South Bend, only to discover their tickets to the game have not come through.



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Joe Paterno knew of Jerry Sandusky accusations before 2001, assistant told police

Former Penn State assistant Mike McQueary told police in 2011 that Paterno acknowledged having heard about a previous incident.



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Ohio State vs. Oklahoma: Top ESPN College Gameday signs from Columbus

The best College Gameday signs from ESPN's trip to Columbus for the Ohio State and Oklahoma football matchup.



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Week 2 college football scores, highlights from Saturday's games

Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.



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Friday, 8 September 2017

Ryan McDonagh upbeat about summer moves made by Rangers

The Rangers' captain says goodbye to two good friends and hello to a top-flight defense partner this season.



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Georgia Tech giving away tickets to home opener for Hurricane Irma evacuees

The first-come, first-serve basis tickets will be given to residents under evacuation orders in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina with ID.



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NHL commissioner Gary Bettman says Nassau Coliseum not 'viable option' for Islanders

With the New York Islanders considering opting out of their lease at Barclays Center, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman made it clear he will not endorse the team's return to Nassau Coliseum.



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Miami (Fla.) assistant Manny Diaz asks for perspective … please

"We are still talking about football with all these lives in the balance? Come on man, perspective.”



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Wife of Texas A&M coach Kevin Sumlin shares racist, threatening letter

Charlene Sumlin tweeted a photo of the letter sent after her husband came under fire this week following Texas A&M's collapse against UCLA.



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College Football Playoff: What's at stake in four top-25 blockbuster showdowns

Week 2 features four monster games in the primetime slot. Here's what at stake for every team involved in those matchups.



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9 of the greatest comebacks in college football history

UCLA topped Texas A&M in a thrilling comeback on Sunday. How does it compare to some of the greatest comebacks ever in college football?



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Thursday, 7 September 2017

Hurricane Irma: Florida State cancels game vs. Louisiana-Monroe

The matchup in Tallahassee was originally scheduled for a 7 p.m. ET kickoff Saturday but had been pushed up to noon before being canceled Thursday.



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Kevin Sumlin's wife shares racist letter mailed to Texas A&M coach

Charlene Sumlin, the wife of Texas A&M football coach Kevin Sumlin, took to Twitter on Thursday to post a racist letter that was mailed to the couple's home.



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Florida cancels game with Northern Colorado ahead of Hurricane Irma

The game will not be rescheduled.



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Ohio State to wear LeBron James-styled cleats against Oklahoma

The Buckeyes also wore custom LeBron James cleats during its overtime victory against Michigan last season.



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Hawaii football coach severely injured himself by celebrating a blocked kick

Hawaii's linebackers coach hurt himself by taking part in a celebration with a player.



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Predators' Ryan Ellis to miss 4-6 months after undergoing knee surgery

The Nashville Predators will be without defenseman Ryan Ellis for the beginning of the 2017-18 season.



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Angry Bender: Keep or drop the sideline props?

Angry Bender is back for Week 2, and this week SN's Bill Bender will talk about sideline accessories: Good or bad? Bad. Definitely bad.



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Ohio State vs. Oklahoma: Matchups, keys to victory in quarterback-driven battle

Baker Mayfield and J.T. Barrett both head blue blood programs in Oklahoma and Ohio State, respectively. Here are their keys to victory:



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Notorious fighter George Parros reportedly named NHL's top enforcer of player safety

Parros amassed 1,092 penalty minutes — including 150 fighting majors — during his NHL playing career, but he's been much more than a set of fists as a cerebral league executive.



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Urban Meyer blasts Tom Herman for blaming Texas players, former regime

Tom Herman's tactic of blaming Texas' loss to Maryland on the players he inherited at Texas isn't sitting well with Urban Meyer.



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Clemson vs. Auburn: Matchups, keys to victory in battle of the Tigers

Which Tigers team will earn their stripes? Matchups, keys to victory for Clemson vs. Auburn:



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Cam Newton on brother Caylin: Georgia 'missed out on yet another one'

Cam Newton's younger brother is also a quarterback, who plays at Howard University.



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Baker Mayfield, J.T. Barrett face never-ending quest for validation at Oklahoma, Ohio State

J.T. Barrett and Baker Mayfield might be veteran quarterbacks, but they are still searching for respect heading into their top-five showdown on Saturday.



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College football picks, Week 2: Oklahoma and Ohio State face off in massive showdown

College football's Week 2 offers four primetime-worthy games this week: Oklahoma vs. Ohio State, Notre Dame vs. Georgia, Clemson vs.Auburn and USC vs. Stanford. We've got picks for all of them.



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College football Week 2 picks against spread: Oklahoma, Ohio State a tough pick'em

Will Ohio State or Oklahoma emerge the winner in an important showdown on Saturday? Bill Bender makes his picks against the spread.



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Florida Panthers evacuate team, staff to Boston ahead of Hurricane Irma

Panthers CEO Matthew Caldwell said the NHL team is even preparing to open training camp and begin practicing up north if necessary.



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Arizona State S Marcus Ball ends career because of epilepsy

In Wednesday's statement on Twitter, Ball thanked Arizona State but said that "my health and family are first in my life."



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Woman sues Colorado coach Mike MacIntyre, others in abuse case

Pamela Fine, in the lawsuit: “I am no longer protecting the men who silence victims in the name of winning football games.”



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Wednesday, 6 September 2017

Florida TE DeAndre Goolsby learns injury status on Twitter

Twitter is a great place for breaking injury news. Sometimes even players find out they're injured there.



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Ex-Notre Dame football player sues university, Brian Kelly for negligence, report says

Former Notre Dame linebacker Douglas Randolph claims he was never shown the results of a spinal scan after suffering a neck injury during practice in 2015. He says he should not have been allowed to continue playing football.



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Florida Atlantic-Wisconsin game to be played as scheduled Saturday

With Hurricane Irma bearing down on Florida, Wisconsin and Florida Atlantic will not make changes to their upcoming game Saturday.



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Report: Jets extend GM Kevin Cheveldayoff, coach Paul Maurice for some reason

Winnipeg's reported vote of confidence in its hockey braintrust will mean little if the Jets don't make the playoffs in 2017-18.



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Erik Karlsson not skating yet, may miss Senators opener

The Ottawa Senators may start the season without their captain and best player, Erik Karlsson, who is still recovering from offseason foot surgery.



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Hurricane Irma: How Florida's college football teams are being affected

Here's how Florida's college football teams are being affected by Hurricane Irma.



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Sabres' Kyle Okposo back on the ice after 'scary' head injury

Concussion-related symptoms almost cost Okposo his career back in March.



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What to make of the Lightning, one of the NHL's most intriguing teams

Tampa Bay will be a hot pick to reach the Stanley Cup Final with a healthy roster, but it's not a team without questions.



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Hurricane Irma forces Miami to cancel Saturday’s game against Arkansas State

The Hurricanes (1-0) will return to the field Sept. 16 against Florida State in Tallahassee.



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Contenders show dominant D-line biggest part of College Football Playoff chase

Defensive line is the key to the College Football Playoff in 2017, and the best playoff contenders — Alabama, Ohio State, Clemson and others — are showing everybody why that's the truth.



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Tuesday, 5 September 2017

NCAA working on proposal to allow all D-I transfers to be eligible immediately, report says

This rule would allow Division I transfers to go anywhere they want without sitting out a year if they have the required GPA.



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Smoke from Oregon wildfires could alter kickoffs for Ducks, Beavers

While Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have already affected college football games this season, wildfires out west could alter games in Oregon.



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Green's success with Canucks hinges considerably on Sedin twins

Vancouver Canucks head coach Travis Green has many things going for him as he prepares for his first training camp as NHL bench boss, but what he needs most is for the Sedin twins to buy in, and then produce on the ice.



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Kevin Sumlin brushes off regent's complaint, but former Auburn coach Gene Chizik didn't

A&M regent Tony Buzbee called for coach Kevin Sumlin to be fired, something Gene Chizik didn't take well.



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College football rankings: Will a Group of 5 school upset a ranked Power 5 team in Week 2?

Ranked Power 5 schools beat up on the Group of 5 and FCS in Week 1. What's the forecast like for Week 2?



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Week 2 college football schedule, TV coverage for Top 25 games

Oklahoma at Ohio State, Auburn at Clemson and a host of other top-25 matchups highlight Week 2 of the college football season.



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UCF moves Memphis game up to Friday due to Hurricane Irma

UCF has moved its home game against Memphis to Friday evening as Hurricane Irma gains strength in the Caribbean.



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Report: 'No restrictions' for Stamkos at Lightning training camp

After missing all but 17 games last season because of a torn knee ligament, Steven Stamkos says he's healthy and ready to take part completely in Tampa Bay Lightning training camp next week.



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College football rankings: FSU, Florida tumble in AP Poll after marquee losses

We saw some massive games in Week 1. How did FSU and Florida fare in the second round of rankings? Who replaced Texas?



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College football rankings: Who replaces Texas in Coaches Poll?

How do the Week 2 rankings look for the Coaches Poll after FSU, Florida and Texas all lost their openers?



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Taylor Swift reportedly set to perform free concert at halftime of CFB National Championship

ET reports that the 27-year-old singer can't do the Super Bowl halftime because she has an endorsement deal with Coke, and the Super Bowl is sponsored by Pepsi.



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Former Auburn coach Gene Chizik rips Texas A&M regent for bashing Kevin Sumlin

A&M regent Tony Buzbee called for coach Kevin Sumlin to be fired, something Gene Chizik didn't take well.



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Wyoming’s Josh Allen failed to live up to hype against Iowa

Josh Allen may be one of the most hyped Group of 5 quarterbacks in recent memory, but he struggled mightily against Iowa on Saturday.



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Maryland loses QB Tyrrell Pigrome for season with knee injury

The sophomore went down on the final play of the third quarter in the Terps' season-opening upset of Texas.



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Tennessee WR Jauan Jennings suffers dislocated wrist, report says

Jennings could be out up to 12 weeks after he dislocated his wrist in Tennessee's double-overtime win over Georgia Tech.



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Virginia AD Craig Littlepage retiring after 16 years

Littlepage became the ACC's first African-American athletic director when he was appointed in August 2001.



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For Houston native Tyler Myers, disaster hits close to home

One of a handful of NHL players from Texas, Tyler Myers moved to Canada at age 10. But a sense of community with his flood-stricken hometown is stronger than ever as hockey does its part to provide relief.



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Monday, 4 September 2017

Tennessee, SEC's drama king, somehow lives on after double overtime thriller against Georgia Tech

Butch Jones went from hot seat to hero in Atlanta on Monday. So what's next for the Tennessee Volunteers?



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WATCH: Tennessee stuffs 2-point conversion in 2OT to beat Georgia Tech

Tennessee beat Georgia Tech on a two-point conversion stop in double overtime. Here's the play.



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Tennessee vs. Georgia Tech: Highlights, updates from Game 3 of SEC-ACC challenge

Tennessee and Georgia Tech face off in Game 3 of SEC vs. ACC teams in Week 1 of college football. Can the ACC get on the board?



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Son of Alabama assistant Mike Locksley shot to death in Maryland

Howard County Police said Meiko Locksley, 25, was found outside his Columbia, Md., home around 10:30 p.m. Sunday.



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Alabama OLBs Christian Miller, Terrell Lewis lost for season, Nick Saban confirms

Christian Miller and Terrell Lewis suffered season-ending injuries Saturday against Florida State.



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Georgia QB Jacob Eason (knee) to miss Notre Dame game

True freshman Jake Fromm, who replaced Eason against Appalachian State, will start the nationally televised game in South Bend.



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Feleipe Franks remains Florida's starting QB

The redshirt freshman QB was pulled from Saturday's season-opening loss to Michigan but will start again against Northern Colorado.



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College Football Playoff picture: Who's in, out and knocking on the door

After one week, how does the College Football Playoff picture stack up? Sporting News takes a closer look.



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Kevin Sumlin 'needs to GO,' Texas A&M regent writes

One game into a must-win season, Aggies coach Kevin Sumlin was feeling even more heat after a stunning loss to UCLA.



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SMU football commit dies in his sleep

DE Leonard Parks "will forever be a member of the StangGang18 class," SMU coach Chad Morris says.



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Sunday, 3 September 2017

The biggest plays that secured UCLA's comeback over Texas A&M

Rosen throws for 491 yards and four touchdowns as UCLA rallies for improbable 45-44 victory.



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Josh Rosen reminds everyone he isn't all talk in comeback win vs. Texas A&M

Josh Rosen reminded everyone on Sunday why UCLA has one of the most talented quarterbacks in all of college football. Texas A&M learned the hard way.



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Josh Jackson impresses as Hokies future star shines in debut

Virginia Tech freshman Josh Jackson enjoyed an impressive debut in a duel with West Virginia's Will Grier.



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Josh Rosen leads UCLA on epic fourth-quarter comeback past Texas A&M

UCLA pulled off a 34-point comeback Sunday to beat the Aggies.



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UCLA completed its bonkers comeback over Texas A&M, and Twitter went nuts

Twitter remains undefeated in its reaction to Josh Rosen and UCLA's big comeback win over Texas A&M.



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Kevin Sumlin has pressure-cooker season ahead of him at Texas A&M

Kevin Sumlin maintains he feels no additional pressure heading into the 2017 season.



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Texas A&M's Trayveon Williams runs wild on UCLA, celebrates with scepter

Williams records 188 rushing yards and two touchdowns in the opening 30 minutes.



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Liberty University cancels classes after stunning upset of Baylor

Liberty University president announces decision after school's 48-45 road win over the Bears.



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Two of Alabama's top linebackers out for season with injuries, report says

If Alabama is to return to the College Football Championship Game, the Crimson Tide will have to do so without two key defensive players.



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Virginia Tech freshman QB Josh Jackson expecting pre-game call from Tom Brady

Virginia Tech freshman QB Josh Jackson is expecting a call from Tom Brady in advance of the Hokies’ season-opening game vs. West Virginia.



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Here come the Irish? Biggest college football Week 1 overreactions

Which teams warranted the biggest overreactions after Week 1? Bill Bender takes a look at the teams we'll talk about most heading into Week 2.



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FSU can't get second chance at Bama without Deondre Francois

Florida State can run back into the playoff mix, but Deondre Francois' health is the biggest concern.



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Cam Newton’s little brother leads Howard over UNLV in biggest upset in college football history

Quarterback Caylin Newton, the younger brother of Cam Newton, led Howard to a win over UNLV, the biggest upset in college football history.



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Saturday, 2 September 2017

Alabama's defensive machine returns, so who's going to solve it now?

No. 1 Alabama's defensive machine returned in a victory against No. 3 Florida State on Saturday. Who is going to solve that now?



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No. 1 Alabama 24, No. 3 Florida State 7: Five things we learned

No. 1 Alabama won a another season-opener in convincing fashion against No. 3 Florida State. Here are five things we learned.



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BYU fake punt inside own 10 fails spectacularly against LSU

BYU just attempted one of the most ill-conceived fake punts in school history, and it failed spectacularly.



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Florida State loses starting QB Deondre Francois with ugly injury

The 20-year-old sophomore was sacked in the fourth quarter of Saturday's loss to Alabama and immediately grabbed his left leg.



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Deebo Samuel shows off speed, chemistry with Jake Bentley in USC win over NC State

Deebo Samuel's explosive performance helped the Gamecocks secure a season-opening win over the Wolfpack.



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USC uses blind longsnapper on PAT late in win over WMU

Jake Olson lost his left eye before his first birthday and has been blind since the age of 12.



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Alabama vs. FSU: Updates, highlights from 'greatest opener of all time'

Follow along live as Alabama takes on FSU in a battle of top programs. Who wins the "greatest opener of all time?"



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No. 11 Michigan 33, No. 17 Florida 17: Five things we learned

Here are five things we learned from No. 11 Michigan's decisive 33-17 victory against No. 17 Florida in Jerry World.



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A D3 college football game ended 98-0 and the stats are ridiculous

St. John's beat St. Scholastica 98-0 in a Division 3 college football game.



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Yes, Michigan can be great behind controlled Wilton Speight

Michigan's Wilton Speight will be the difference for the Wolverines in 2017, for better or worse. That showed against Florida.



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Georgia QB Jacob Eason knocked out of App State game with apparent knee injury

Jacob Eason has been knocked out of Georgia's game against Appalachian State with a knee injury.



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Butch Jones: Georgia Tech has advantage over Tennessee after walkthrough of Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Butch Jones thinks Georgia Tech has an early advantage based on the fact they got to tour Mercedes-Benz Stadium for a full practice. Tennessee doesn't get in until Sunday.



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Wilton Speight benched after Florida gets back-to-back pick-sixes

Michigan has seen enough from Wilton Speight against Florida — for now.



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Texas' upset loss to Maryland shows Tom Herman's overhaul is long-term

Texas lost its opener under Tom Herman to Maryland. In the long run, it won't matter: The Longhorns' reality check was coming one way or another.



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This Miami Hurricanes football fan is sitting in the stands wearing a full uniform

Sir, you aren't on the Miami football team.



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Missouri football's Damarea Crockett gets TD revoked due to 'excessive celebration'

After a 75-yard touchdown run, Damarea Crockett has his score called back due to an insane penalty.



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Michigan vs. Florida: Updates, highlights from massive Big Ten-SEC showdown

Michigan takes on Florida in a massive Big Ten-SEC showdown to start the college football season. Who wins the rematch?



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Clemson band mocks Ohio State football with perfect troll job

Clemson comes out of nowhere to mock Ohio State.



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Wyoming punter Tim Zaleski completely missed the football on punt attempt

The Wyoming punter actually missed the football.



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Watch: Clemson unveils national championship signage

Fans in Death Valley erupted in noise as the Tigers unveiled 2016 National Championship signage before Saturday's season opener.



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ESPN's Jesse Palmer sounds off on new college football season, QBs-turned-analyst

Jesse Palmer gives his take on everything from the 2017 college football season to former quarterbacks-turned-TV analysts.



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The best ESPN College Gameday signs to start 2017 season

ESPN College Gameday is back for 2017, which means the return of creative signs by football fans.



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Week 1 college football scores, highlights from today's games

Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.



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Ranking Alabama's seven neutral site openers under Nick Saban

There's nothing neutral about Alabama's Week 1 blowouts.



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Baylor reportedly gives former coach Art Briles full support, exonerates him in letter

Baylor has completely changed its stance on Briles, saying the former coach had no role in covering up sexual assaults by football players.



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Lane Kiffin's FAU tenure begins with giant thud

Kiffin lured several transfers to FAU for his inaugural season, but the Owls were thoroughly beaten by Navy on Friday.



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Friday, 1 September 2017

NHL free agents: Thomas Vanek signs with Canucks, sixth team in four years

Vancouver will be the seventh stop in the veteran's winding 12-year NHL career.



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NHL free agents: Blue Jackets sign Alexander Wennberg to six-year deal

Columbus' No. 1 center will be sticking around long term at a reasonable rate.



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Wife of Oilers' goalie Cam Talbot spearheads Houston relief efforts

Kelly Talbot, wife of Oilers' goalie Cam Talbot, has stepped out of her husband's shadow to help those in need following Hurricane Harvey.



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Tennessee LB Darrin Kirkland Jr. (knee) out for season

Junior LB Darrin Kirkland Jr., eighth on the team in tackles in 2016, underwent surgery this week for a non-contact knee injury.



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Is Artemi Panarin the Blue Jackets' missing link?

Artemi Panarin was one of the NHL's very best point producers alongside Patrick Kane in Chicago. Now in Columbus, he might be the game-breaking scorer the Blue Jackets were missing.



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Alabama vs. FSU: Losing team will test College Football Playoff committee

Somebody has to lose the mega-matchup between Alabama and Florida State. How will the CFP committee see it later?



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McAvoy, Keller, Boeser: Americans trying to win second straight Calder Trophy

Last season, Auston Matthews won the Calder Trophy. This year, a bevy of Americans are attempting to make it two years in a row that a U.S.-born player captures the NHL's rookie of the year award.



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Best hockey movie quotes ever

From the best hockey movies of all time, here are the classic lines from The Mighty Ducks, Mystery Alaska, Goon and more.



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