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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Can any team actually stop Alabama-Clemson III? Heading into October, that's a better bet for the national championship game than the field.
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.
LSU is struggling under Ed Orgeron, whose difficulties as a head coach have followed him yet again.
Georgia put the playoff contenders on notice with an impressive 41-0 disposal of Tennessee on Saturday. The Bulldogs look the part this time.
Etling was injured on his final pass of the first half on a big hit from Troy linebacker Andre Flakes.
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.
Fans in attendance at the Texas A&M-South Carolina game better not need to use the bathroom.
Sporting News will be providing live updates throughout Saturday night’s game between two top-15 undefeated ACC teams.
Love rushed for 301 yards on Saturday to set the school's single-game record and is now on pace for Sanders' season record.
No. 7 Georgia routed Tennessee on Saturday, putting even more heat on Butch Jones. Here are five things we learned.
Two football players at Victory & Praise Christian Academy in Texas were kicked off the team for protesting during the national anthem on Friday.
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.
The son of Raiders coach Jack Del Rio suffered a shoulder injury in the first half of the Gators win over Vanderbilt.
Alex Hornibrook threw two interceptions, and Wisconsin allowed four sacks and fumbled once in the first 30 minutes of Saturday's game.
Jake Fromm and the Georgia Bulldogs open play in the SEC East division looking to stay undefeated against the Tennessee Volunteers.
In a recent Associated Press poll among players, many NHLers are split between Crosby and McDavid as the best hockey player in the world.
Joe Tiller, who was the most successful football coach in Purdue history, died Saturday at the age of 74.
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.
Tiller is credited as one of the innovators of the spread offense that changed college football.
Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.
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.
Sam Darnold had been USC's get-out-of-jail-free card for all season — until Washington State, that is.
Sam Darnold has been turning the ball over a lot, but USC had been able to overcome those mistakes — until Friday vs. Washington State.
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.
Sporting News has live scoring updates and highlights throughout Friday night’s game between a pair of top-20 undefeateds.
The Hurricanes' punt traveled three yards past the line of scrimmage, then bounced backward for a 1-yard loss on the play.
It's true the Blackhawks' championship legacy is bound together by a Patrick Kane-Jonathan Toews thread, but that strand is stronger than silk.
With holes to fill on the left side of their defense corps, the Montreal Canadiens brought in veteran Karl Alzner this season.
There is no debate within the Toronto Maple Leafs organization how important Matt Martin is to the team.
After an up and down career with the Winnipeg Jets, Alexander Burmistrov is in Vancouver trying to find his way with the Canucks.
Tigers safety Rupert has been dismissed from the team after being arrested for robbery, burglary and weapons charges.
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.
Craig Anderson and the Ottawa Senators agreed Friday to extend their relationship another two years.
Former NHL tough guy takes fans behind the scenes with other NHLers on a tour of British Columbia in new online program.
Asked if the Aggies coach's job is safe, John Sharp said Friday: "I'm not the athletic director."
Heralded Philadelphia Flyers rookie Nolan Patrick gets into preseason fight with Boston Bruins' veteran David Krejci.
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.
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.
Ben Abercrombie underwent emergency cervical surgery after a severe neck injury in a game Sept. 16 left him paralyzed.
The Flames are in the first FBS transition season and will play as an independent once they are a full FBS member.
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.
When asked about the FBI probe into the corruption of the college basketball system, Meyer said coaches who are guilty should be finished.
The youngest player in the NHL is Filip Chytil, the New York Rangers center who turned 18 only three weeks ago.
The clarification comes two days after the veteran forward revealed "he wouldn't cross out" kneeling for the national anthem at some point.
The Anaheim Ducks have made the playoffs each of the past five years, but haven't achieved their ultimate goal.
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.
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.
When do the College Football Playoff rankings start? A look at the important release dates, and new members on this year's CFP committee.
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.
Veteran center set to rejoin Devils despite treatments for chronic myeloid leukemia
Florida's Jordan Smith faces four new felony complaints for allegedly charging $1,007.82 to a Virginia man's credit card
Virginia Tech gets the "GameDay" spotlight against Clemson on Saturday. Is the big-game reputation coming to Blacksburg under Justin Fuente?
Heisman Trophy winner and Gators star Tim Tebow headlines the 2018 Florida Sports Hall of Fame class with Chipper Jones and Warrick Dunn.
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.
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.
The New York Rangers have tough decisions to make in deciding the final make up of their opening-night roster.
The Penguins coach insists the decision to accept President Donald's Trump's invitation is not political.
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?
The Senators' Erik Karlsson had half of his ankle bone removed during offseason surgery.
A shaky Al Montoya is helped off the ice by teammates after being struck up high by shot.
Cordel Littlejohn said on Twitter that he was no longer an Illinois commit after team took away his scholarship.
No longer a popular pick to win the Stanley Cup, the Washington Capitals remain a top contender in 2017-18.
Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald will join Peduto in taking a knee regarding the team's visit after back-to-back Stanley Cup wins.
Can Georgia be the team to challenge Alabama in the SEC championship? SEC Network analyst and former Bulldog Matt Stinchcomb offers his thoughts.
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.
NWHL executives held meetings with at least four potential expansion markets during the offseason, a league source confirmed to Sporting News.
The NHL's next big-name blueline prospect has the tools to be the most exciting U.S.-born defenseman in years.
Rimington became the only offensive lineman to be named Big Eight Conference Offensive Player of the Year in 1982.
Joel Ward witnessed racism in 2012 when he had racial slurs directed at him by Bruins fans after a game-winning goal.
Franklin discusses balancing needs of running back Saquon Barkley by communicating during games and managing his workload during practices
After a short-lived stint in the NHL in 2016, Mathew Barzal is set to make the roster for good.
The retired former Penguin was highly critical of the team's decision to accept President Donald Trump's invitation to the White House.
The Vegas Golden Knights face the difficult scenario of being an expansion team in their first year of competition.
Winnipeg's sophomore star was asked after his five-point outing Monday about what sparks his chemistry with linemate Nikolaj Ehlers.
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.
Platt injured his knee during the Bears' 49-41 loss to No. 3 Oklahoma Saturday.
The hulking 6-foot-6 teenager is one of 14 forwards remaining in Ottawa Senators' training camp.
The Sharks have come close to winning a Stanley Cup the past six years, but haven't been able to put it all together.
Maryland (2-1) now has just two scholarship quarterbacks available Saturday against Minnesota.
The Columbus Blue Jackets face significant issues in a year that holds such high expectations.
Nolan Patrick could be a steal for the Flyers, even at the No. 2 pick.
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.
Sporting News offers its picks against the spread for college football's Week 4 games, including Mississippi State at Georgia.
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.
Tennessee coach Butch Jones seems to have had it with local media in Knoxville.
Blake Wheeler explains why he needed to speak out against United States President Donald Trump.
The New York Rangers will begin the season with forward J.T. Miller playing on the wing.
McClatcher had six total touchdowns as a sophomore and was a key weapon for the No. 6 Huskies out of the slot.
Toronto's 20-year-old American star answers questions about the unrest and divisiveness in his home country.
Eight suspended Florida players are facing third-degree felony charges for their parts in a bookstore fraud scam.
Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh had a lot of bad things to say about Purdue's locker room.
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.
The rivalry showdown will be only the fourth night game in Michigan Stadium history.
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.
The Penguins captain, and face of the NHL, supports his team's decision to visit President Donald Trump at the White House.
Which unbeaten teams will survive September? We look at surprises, Group of 5 busters, best matchups and more.
Sporting News projects every college football bowl game for 2017. Which teams will make the fourth annual College Football Playoff?
Alabama continues to hold top spot, while Georgia makes largest jump after a convincing win over Mississippi State.
Disagreement with a president's policies "can be expressed in other ways," the team said Sunday.
Which four teams look like the best bets to reach the College Football Playoff heading into Week 5? Bill Bender breaks it down.
Harbaugh used to coach Colin Kaepernick, who started the national anthem protest trend during the 2016 NFL preseason.
Saquon Barkley broke his career all-purpose mark in a game with 336 yards in a close win over Iowa.
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?
Florida won, yes, but they still have a lot of questions to answer at the quarterback position.
Here's what every SEC fan-base is saying after a wild Week 4. We got one statement for each team
Penn State just narrowly avoided a heartbreaking upset. Here's the play that saved them:
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.
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.
Follow along for live updates from the battle of 3-0 SEC teams in Georgia.
Blake Wheeler tweeted what appeared to be his disagreement with President Donald Trump's stance on NFL players protesting the national anthem.
Bradley Chubb quickly apologized after seemingly spitting on the FSU logo after N.C. State's 27-21 win over Florida State
Michigan quarterback Wilton Speight left Saturday's game against Purdue after an awkward hit while being sacked in the first quarter.
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?
NHL Department of Player Safety wasting no time suspending forward Tom Wilson after hit in St. Louis Blues game.
Follow long live as Oklahoma State takes on TCU in a massive game that could affect the race for the Big 12 title.
Florida State's Jacob Pugh was tossed from the game against N.C. State after a controversial targeting call.
"He's my favorite squirrel."
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.
Kellen Mond scored a touchdown, but a ref made a bad call that took it away.
NHL officials have been strictly enforcing faceoff encroachment and slashing violations this preseason, leading to criticism by players.
Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.
The redshirt freshman's absence is a significant setback for a young secondary facing a veteran Colorado receiving corps Saturday.
The Broncos look legitimately mediocre on the blue turf, where the Cavaliers showed the rebuild is coming along nicely.
Brad Marchand and Marc-Edourad Vlasic are unhappy they can't represent Canada at the 2018 Olympics, and let the NHL know it.
Colin Greening has become a willing veteran mentor to Maple Leafs kids, even if it costs him spot in the NHL.
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.
Mississippi State quarterback Nick Fitzgerald has improved this season, and he has advice imparted on him by coach Dan Mullen to thank.
The Scarlet Knights were sanctioned for violations related to recruiting and drug testing.
Four-star safety Jordan Moore has to decommit from Texas A&M before Arkansas will "host" him for the Aggies-Hogs game in Arlington.
The former Iowa and Stanford athletic director has led the Big 12 since 2012.
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.
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?
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.
UNC now lists nine players as out for the season, more than 10 percent of the Tar Heels' scholarship players.
Initially ruled out, the SEC's leading rusher in 2016 suffered what appeared to be a left knee injury against Mississippi State.
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.
When Sumlin received a six-year, $30 million contract extension in 2013, the athletic director at the time said he had no input.
Huegel was attempting a field goal at practice on Wednesday when the injury occurred.
Nebraska fired Shawn Eichorst on Thursday, and it's time for the Huskers to steal a page from their co-national champs from 1997.
The move came less than a week after a Huskers loss to Northern Illinois that Eichorst called "not acceptable."
Could TCU possibly upend Oklahoma State in a massive Big 12 upset? Here are keys to the game for both teams:
The Heisman winner smiled for his mugshot after he was arrested due to an active warrant.
Thursday's preseason bout in Shanghai was billed as the first step in expanding NHL's reach in China.
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.
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.
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.
Lupul, 33, said his comments — which included "Haha failed physical?" — were an "unneeded distraction" for the Leafs.
The Rangers will be a fun, exciting, fast-paced team to watch in 2017-18, whether they are a Stanley Cup favorite or not.
The Kings are at a crossroads three years after winning their second Stanley Cup in three seasons.
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?
The SEC's leading rusher in 2016 suffered what appeared to be a left knee injury in Saturday's loss to Mississippi State.
Midwestern State cornerback Robert Grays and Wooster offensive lineman Clayton Geib passed away this weekend.
The 18-year-old rookie is pleading his case to crack the Rangers' opening night roster
Oklahoma president David Boren was instrumental in the Big 12 getting a championship game after the conference went to 10 teams.
Four Utah students face steep fines after defacing BYU's cougar statue earlier this month.
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?
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.
Saturday offers the first true season-defining game for the Big 12 Conference. Will Oklahoma State or TCU come out on top?
University police will pass on their findings to the state attorney, who will decide whether to press criminal charges.
Iowa owns a successful track record in night games, and Kirk Ferentz will tap into that once again vs. Penn State on Saturday.
Oklahoma State's Mason Rudolph is the biggest threat to Baker Mayfield's claim to the Heisman Trophy.
Robert Grays died Tuesday night after injuries sustained in a game on Saturday.
Outlook is good for veteran Devils center Brian Boyle
Veteran winger Alex Burrows is still chasing his first Stanley Cup, and believes the Senators can make a run this season.
The 27-year-old defenseman has finally emerged as the Leafs' top defenseman
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.
Ottawa's rookie center is injured during Monday's preseason action.
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.
The top overall pick in the 2017 draft provided a glimpse into the future with a gorgeous preseason goal Monday.
One of Auburn's most heralded defensive recruits in recent memory is transferring from the program.
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.
The Cougars may have lost, but Provo's two bars won big.
The Devils goalie goes all "Undercover Boss" style on Monday night to surprise fans.
TCU at Oklahoma State, Mississippi Sate at Georgia highlight Week 4 of the college football season.
Sporting News offers its straight-up picks for college football's Week 4. That includes Oklahoma State-TCU, Georgia-Mississippi State and ... Alabama-Vanderbilt?
Nebraska, a proud program and fanbase, has lost six of nine games dating back to last October.
Sporting News offers its picks against the spread for college football's Week 4 games, including Mississippi State at Georgia.
A freshman teammate wound up restrained with duct tape, half-naked, beaten and abandoned on a baseball field after being kidnapped.
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.
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.
Ohio safety Javon Hagan will take your towel without any second thoughts.
Jones was an an all-Southwest Conference offensive lineman for Arkansas.
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.
Little-known Tyler Wong made a huge first impression with the expansion Golden Knights.
There's a clear leader in the hunt for the Heisman Trophy after college football's slate of Week 3 games.
Franklin said he was simply trying to make sure his field goal-blocking unit was lined up correctly. Sure.
The rookie center is in Monday's lineup in Ottawa's preseason opener
White was arrested early morning on charges of public intoxication. He is no longer on Auburn's football team.
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.
Sporting News projects every college football bowl game for 2017. Which teams will make the fourth annual College Football Playoff?
There are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about the future of the Coyotes.
A College of Wooster football player died Sunday, one day after feeling ill after a game against Ohio Wesleyan.
The junior suffered two sprained ligaments and a torn meniscus in his left knee that will require surgery.
The Vegas Golden Knights won their first preseason game on Sunday, and continued a creative approach to Twitter.
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.
Clemson rose over Oklahoma in the AP Poll, while several teams like LSU and Kansas State lost to unranked opponents.
The Winnipeg Jets expect goaltending stability from Steve Mason, who hardly has had a stable NHL career.
Rockhold sends a strong message to the Canadian MMA legend
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.
Police arrested White several hours after Auburn's 24-10 victory over Mercer at nearby Jordan-Hare Stadium.
"Pac-12 After Dark," became Pac-12 in the dark on Saturday night.
Which four teams look like the best bets to reach the College Football Playoff heading into Week 4? Bill Bender breaks it down.
USC has a safety net in Sam Darnold that's as good as any in the nation. But Texas showed grit in a loss.
The loss is a tough blow after the junior wide receiver logged six total touchdowns in the Gamecocks' first three games.
No. 3 Clemson reminded everyone the defending champions are here to stay in a blowout victory against No. 14 Louisville. Why is anybody surprised?
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.
Clemson made an impressive statement in their ACC victory against Louisville on Saturday. Here are five things we learned.
The record-breaking South Carolina receiver is finished for the year after breaking his leg against Kentucky.
Here's what we learned in Mississippi State's beatdown of LSU in Starkville on Saturday.
Kelly Bryant was 17 of 27 for 238 yards and a touchdown in the first half against Louisville.
Boise State has a dog that fetches kickoff tees, and it's wonderful.
Florida QB Feleipe Franks won two things on Saturday: The game, and the right to lead Florida's offense.
Follow Sporting News’ live blog as Clemson faces Louisville in an ACC showdown.
Gators QB Feleipe Franks heaved a 63-yard pass that dropped into the arms of sophomore receiver Tyrie Cleveland in the end zone.
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?
At one point Saturday, Northern Illinois had more interception return yards than Nebraska had passing yards.
More than 30 people filed complaints that they paid for, but never received, tickets for Georgia's matchup with Notre Dame Sept. 9.
Nebraska's Big Ten identity is again in question after a shocking loss to Northern Illinois. What will be the fallout in Lincoln?
Josh Rosen threw two interceptions including one that was returned for a touchdown in UCLA's loss to Memphis.
Huskers quarterback Tanner Lee threw three interceptions in a second straight home loss.
Oklahoma State boat raced Pittsburgh at Heinz Field on Saturday, and the story of the game was Cowboys QB Mason Rudolph.
Follow Sporting News' live blog as Florida takes on Tennessee in what could be an SEC East-defining game.
The Kansas offensive line all fell down at once and it didn't work ... at all.
Memphis' JJ Russell took a big hit and laid unconscious on the field for several minutes before exiting on a stretcher.
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.
Rick Pitino was the guest picker on ESPN’s College Gameday” on Saturday, as the show was broadcast from Louisville.
Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.
South Florida’s 47-23 win over Illinois featured a mind-numbing 31 penalties, but Bulls coach Charlie Strong added a silver lining later.
Jeffrey Sandusky pleaded guilty Friday to pressuring a pair of teenage girls into sex.
Second-year coach Scottie Montgomery and AD Jeff Compher have come under harsh criticism, but ECU chancellor Cecil Staton wants it to stop.
Lane Kiffin thanked the Wisconsin program for its hospitality as Florida Atlantic stayed in Madison a few extra days during Hurricane Irma.
Bo Horvat has a long way to go in proving he's worth the contract the Canucks gave him this offseason.
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.
Lane Kiffin doesn't think that famed 2006 Rose Bowl between USC and Texas will ever leave him.
A barbecue sauce created by Florida football coach Jim McElwain hits the market Saturday at the Gators’ home game against Tennessee.
After arriving in a trade with the Oilers, Jordan Eberle is getting accustomed to being an Islander.
Derek Stepan is set to fill multiple roles for his new team, the Arizona Coyotes, including that of veteran leader.
Dallas Stars all-star Tyler Seguin believes it's important he and his teammates learn valuable lessons from last year's dismal season.
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.
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.
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.
The Capitals captain will be focusing on Stanley Cup with Olympic hopes gone.
Wild, Foligno ink deal just before training camp starts.
On the opening day of training camp, the Rangers' coach sends the message that his team is in it to win it this season.
A lawsuit filed against the university alleges Notre Dame protected a football player over the person accusing him of sexual assault.
The veteran forward missed nearly all of last season and has a history of at least four known concussions.
Five schools in the AAC will shuffle their schedules after Hurricane Irma affected several games.
Angry Bender is back for Week 3, and this week we talk Baker Mayfield, James Franklin and how to talk trash properly
NHL training camps have opened and Sporting News takes a look at the most important story lines for each team.
The latest edition of the long-running EA Sports NHL franchise expands its appeal through a new arcade mode and better teaching tools.
Here are the matchups and keys to victory for both Louisville and Clemson — can Lamar Jackson pierce that fearsome Tigers' defense?
Things are going to be a little awkward around Denver until the Avalanche find a resolution to their Matt Duchene situation.
Here are the keys to victory for both USC and Texas in a rematch of the greatest Rose Bowl ever played.
The Maple Leafs will go another season without a team captain, according to head coach Mike Babcock.
The Hurricanes just might be on the verge of ending the longest current playoff drought in the NHL this season.
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.
Plenty of big names have already come through "Last Chance U." Could more stars be born from Season 2 of Netflix's hit show?
The right winger logged 34 goals and 36 assists in 75 games last season, trailing only Brad Marchand for the team lead in points.
Winnipeg made incremental changes to a talented roster in the offseason, banking their playoff hopes on sustained scoring and improved goaltending.
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?
Season 2 of "Last Chance U" is nearly here. Where are the players who helped make the Netflix show a hit?
Isaiah Wright and his brother Camion Patrick have been detained in Knoxville in connection to the stabbing death of Caleb Thomas Radford.
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.
Will we ever see a masterpiece like the 2006 Rose Bowl between USC and Texas? Mack Brown shares his thoughts with Sporting News.
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."
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.
The Flames' ongoing search for a new arena in Calgary has turned ugly.
Players' claims of mistreatment and a compromised drug-testing program triggered the university's request for an outside probe.
The veteran forward, 37, finished his career with 104 goals and 261 points in 877 games.
Patrick Roy. Ray Bourque. Peter Forsberg. Joe Sakic. Adam Foote. Milan Hejduk.
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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A mother of three gave up her seat on an overbooked Delta flight for $4,000.
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.
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.
P.J. Fleck is pretty pumped about Goldy Gopher's birthday next week.
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.
Can the Senators recapture the magic that carried them to within one goal of the Stanley Cup Final?
J.T. Barrett and Wilton Speight have struggled in the early season, but Bill Bender explains why neither will get benched.
Murray State offensive line coach Brian Hamilton conducted the ceremony between Bishop Woods and Caitlin Myers following Tuesday's practice.
The series will show life beyond the gridiron for Michigan football players and their coaches.
The Islanders captain says he won't let his contact hinder his performance this season.
The Penguins defenseman last played Feb. 21 and later underwent surgery in April to repair a herniated disk in his neck.
Now that Irma has passed through Florida, the Gators announced their home game against Tennessee will still take place this Saturday.
The Maple Leafs brought in three veterans this summer to help the team's young core on, and off, the ice.
Baker Mayfield made his Heisman case in a big victory against Ohio State in Week 2. Here are five stats that support that.
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.
Henrik Lundqvist is healthy and ready to drive the Rangers' quest for the Stanley Cup again this season.
The NHL could wind up in Seattle within three years if the plan goes as hoped.
Jonathan Drouin is the Canadiens' No. 1 center by default, an experiment that ultimately will make or break their Stanley Cup aspirations.
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.
The NFL's Chicago Bears have tried to use a phrase trademarked by Cal. It didn't work out well.
Sporting News offers its picks against the spread for college football's Week 3 games, including Louisville vs. Clemson and Florida vs. Tennessee.
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.
Clemson at Louisville, Texas at USC highlight Week 3 of the college football season.
The 23-year-old forward scored 17 goals for Columbus in the 2016-17 NHL season.
Following the aftermath of Hurricane Irma, UCF has canceled its matchup against Georgia Tech.
USC is trying to introduce "vacated loss" into its game notes against Texas.
Paul Haynes announced days before Kent State's season opener he was taking a medical leave, but did not disclose the reason until Monday.
The Cardinals want to try every tactic possible to intimidate the reigning national champs.
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.
Baker Mayfield had to apologize for planting the OU flag in the middle of Ohio State's field.
Sporting News projects every college football bowl game for 2017. Which teams will make the fourth annual College Football Playoff?
Sporting News breaks down the College Football Playoff picture heading into Week 3 of the college football season.
Lamar Jackson is a more dangerous player now than when he won the Heisman Trophy a year ago.
After ending a 10-year playoff drought, Connor McDavid and the Oilers have their sights set on the 2018 Stanley Cup.
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.
The Sumlin family seeks justice for the person who sent a racist, threatening letter to the coach's home.
Oklahoma rose to No. 2 in the AP Poll's Week 3 rankings after its big win over Ohio State.
Baker Mayfield's big game landed Oklahoma the third spot in Sunday's new Coaches Poll. Clemson and Kelly Bryant moved to No. 2.
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.
Ohio State was lacking in the big play department in a loss to Oklahoma. How will Urban Meyer fix it?
Sam Darnold and USC faced early-season fears of being overhyped. They put those fears to rest against Stanford on Saturday.
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.
Penn State coach James Franklin landed a stinging verbal jab on Pittsburgh’s football program after his team's win over the Panthers.
Sumlin addressed the racist and threatening letter his wife shared on Twitter earlier this week from an anonymous Aggies fan.
Lamar Jackson put up monster numbers in a win against North Carolina.
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.
Kelly Bryant is no Deshaun Watson. But he's the perfect guy to take over for him at Clemson, as he proved against Auburn.
Sporting News ranks the Top 25 quarterbacks for 2017, a loaded field that includes Lamar Jackson, Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield, among others.
Deebo Samuel might just be the most explosive player in college football.
Hurricane Irma has forced college football teams throughout Florida to reschedule or cancel games.
Kelly Bryant went down with an injury in the second quarter of Clemson's game against Auburn.
Penn State beat rival Pitt on Saturday, and the Nittany Lions showed why that offense is so intimidating
All of the latest college football scores, highlights and updates from Saturday night's primetime games.
Lamar Jackson had a historic performance Saturday against North Carolina.
Michigan won 36-14 on Saturday, but there were some tense moments for the Wolverines. Here are three questions that need to be answered.
Florida State has announced its campus will be closed through Friday.
With Buechele out due to a bruised shoulder, the true freshman will get the call against San Jose State.
A Charlotte player decided to squirt water on Kendall Adams as he tried to recover a fumble.
Lynn Bowden was tossed from Kentucky's college football game against Eastern Kentucky for a questionable targeting call.
Multitudes of UGA fans have arrived in South Bend, only to discover their tickets to the game have not come through.
Former Penn State assistant Mike McQueary told police in 2011 that Paterno acknowledged having heard about a previous incident.
The best College Gameday signs from ESPN's trip to Columbus for the Ohio State and Oklahoma football matchup.
Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.
The Rangers' captain says goodbye to two good friends and hello to a top-flight defense partner this season.
The first-come, first-serve basis tickets will be given to residents under evacuation orders in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina with ID.
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.
"We are still talking about football with all these lives in the balance? Come on man, perspective.”
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.
Week 2 features four monster games in the primetime slot. Here's what at stake for every team involved in those matchups.
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?
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.
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.
The game will not be rescheduled.
The Buckeyes also wore custom LeBron James cleats during its overtime victory against Michigan last season.
Hawaii's linebackers coach hurt himself by taking part in a celebration with a player.
The Nashville Predators will be without defenseman Ryan Ellis for the beginning of the 2017-18 season.
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.
Baker Mayfield and J.T. Barrett both head blue blood programs in Oklahoma and Ohio State, respectively. Here are their keys to victory:
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.
Tom Herman's tactic of blaming Texas' loss to Maryland on the players he inherited at Texas isn't sitting well with Urban Meyer.
Which Tigers team will earn their stripes? Matchups, keys to victory for Clemson vs. Auburn:
Cam Newton's younger brother is also a quarterback, who plays at Howard University.
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.
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.
Will Ohio State or Oklahoma emerge the winner in an important showdown on Saturday? Bill Bender makes his picks against the spread.
Panthers CEO Matthew Caldwell said the NHL team is even preparing to open training camp and begin practicing up north if necessary.
In Wednesday's statement on Twitter, Ball thanked Arizona State but said that "my health and family are first in my life."
Pamela Fine, in the lawsuit: “I am no longer protecting the men who silence victims in the name of winning football games.”
Twitter is a great place for breaking injury news. Sometimes even players find out they're injured there.
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.
With Hurricane Irma bearing down on Florida, Wisconsin and Florida Atlantic will not make changes to their upcoming game Saturday.
Winnipeg's reported vote of confidence in its hockey braintrust will mean little if the Jets don't make the playoffs in 2017-18.
The Ottawa Senators may start the season without their captain and best player, Erik Karlsson, who is still recovering from offseason foot surgery.
Here's how Florida's college football teams are being affected by Hurricane Irma.
Concussion-related symptoms almost cost Okposo his career back in March.
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.
The Hurricanes (1-0) will return to the field Sept. 16 against Florida State in Tallahassee.
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.
This rule would allow Division I transfers to go anywhere they want without sitting out a year if they have the required GPA.
While Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have already affected college football games this season, wildfires out west could alter games in Oregon.
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.
A&M regent Tony Buzbee called for coach Kevin Sumlin to be fired, something Gene Chizik didn't take well.
Ranked Power 5 schools beat up on the Group of 5 and FCS in Week 1. What's the forecast like for Week 2?
Oklahoma at Ohio State, Auburn at Clemson and a host of other top-25 matchups highlight Week 2 of the college football season.
UCF has moved its home game against Memphis to Friday evening as Hurricane Irma gains strength in the Caribbean.
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.
We saw some massive games in Week 1. How did FSU and Florida fare in the second round of rankings? Who replaced Texas?
How do the Week 2 rankings look for the Coaches Poll after FSU, Florida and Texas all lost their openers?
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.
A&M regent Tony Buzbee called for coach Kevin Sumlin to be fired, something Gene Chizik didn't take well.
Josh Allen may be one of the most hyped Group of 5 quarterbacks in recent memory, but he struggled mightily against Iowa on Saturday.
The sophomore went down on the final play of the third quarter in the Terps' season-opening upset of Texas.
Jennings could be out up to 12 weeks after he dislocated his wrist in Tennessee's double-overtime win over Georgia Tech.
Littlepage became the ACC's first African-American athletic director when he was appointed in August 2001.
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.
Butch Jones went from hot seat to hero in Atlanta on Monday. So what's next for the Tennessee Volunteers?
Tennessee beat Georgia Tech on a two-point conversion stop in double overtime. Here's the play.
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?
Howard County Police said Meiko Locksley, 25, was found outside his Columbia, Md., home around 10:30 p.m. Sunday.
Christian Miller and Terrell Lewis suffered season-ending injuries Saturday against Florida State.
True freshman Jake Fromm, who replaced Eason against Appalachian State, will start the nationally televised game in South Bend.
The redshirt freshman QB was pulled from Saturday's season-opening loss to Michigan but will start again against Northern Colorado.
After one week, how does the College Football Playoff picture stack up? Sporting News takes a closer look.
One game into a must-win season, Aggies coach Kevin Sumlin was feeling even more heat after a stunning loss to UCLA.
DE Leonard Parks "will forever be a member of the StangGang18 class," SMU coach Chad Morris says.
Rosen throws for 491 yards and four touchdowns as UCLA rallies for improbable 45-44 victory.
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.
Virginia Tech freshman Josh Jackson enjoyed an impressive debut in a duel with West Virginia's Will Grier.
UCLA pulled off a 34-point comeback Sunday to beat the Aggies.
Twitter remains undefeated in its reaction to Josh Rosen and UCLA's big comeback win over Texas A&M.
Kevin Sumlin maintains he feels no additional pressure heading into the 2017 season.
Williams records 188 rushing yards and two touchdowns in the opening 30 minutes.
Liberty University president announces decision after school's 48-45 road win over the Bears.
If Alabama is to return to the College Football Championship Game, the Crimson Tide will have to do so without two key defensive players.
Virginia Tech freshman QB Josh Jackson is expecting a call from Tom Brady in advance of the Hokies’ season-opening game vs. West Virginia.
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.
Florida State can run back into the playoff mix, but Deondre Francois' health is the biggest concern.
Quarterback Caylin Newton, the younger brother of Cam Newton, led Howard to a win over UNLV, the biggest upset in college football history.
No. 1 Alabama's defensive machine returned in a victory against No. 3 Florida State on Saturday. Who is going to solve that now?
No. 1 Alabama won a another season-opener in convincing fashion against No. 3 Florida State. Here are five things we learned.
BYU just attempted one of the most ill-conceived fake punts in school history, and it failed spectacularly.
The 20-year-old sophomore was sacked in the fourth quarter of Saturday's loss to Alabama and immediately grabbed his left leg.
Deebo Samuel's explosive performance helped the Gamecocks secure a season-opening win over the Wolfpack.
Jake Olson lost his left eye before his first birthday and has been blind since the age of 12.
Follow along live as Alabama takes on FSU in a battle of top programs. Who wins the "greatest opener of all time?"
Here are five things we learned from No. 11 Michigan's decisive 33-17 victory against No. 17 Florida in Jerry World.
St. John's beat St. Scholastica 98-0 in a Division 3 college football game.
Michigan's Wilton Speight will be the difference for the Wolverines in 2017, for better or worse. That showed against Florida.
Jacob Eason has been knocked out of Georgia's game against Appalachian State with a knee injury.
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.
Michigan has seen enough from Wilton Speight against Florida — for now.
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.
Sir, you aren't on the Miami football team.
After a 75-yard touchdown run, Damarea Crockett has his score called back due to an insane penalty.
Michigan takes on Florida in a massive Big Ten-SEC showdown to start the college football season. Who wins the rematch?
Clemson comes out of nowhere to mock Ohio State.
The Wyoming punter actually missed the football.
Fans in Death Valley erupted in noise as the Tigers unveiled 2016 National Championship signage before Saturday's season opener.
Jesse Palmer gives his take on everything from the 2017 college football season to former quarterbacks-turned-TV analysts.
ESPN College Gameday is back for 2017, which means the return of creative signs by football fans.
Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.
There's nothing neutral about Alabama's Week 1 blowouts.
Baylor has completely changed its stance on Briles, saying the former coach had no role in covering up sexual assaults by football players.
Kiffin lured several transfers to FAU for his inaugural season, but the Owls were thoroughly beaten by Navy on Friday.
Vancouver will be the seventh stop in the veteran's winding 12-year NHL career.
Columbus' No. 1 center will be sticking around long term at a reasonable rate.
Kelly Talbot, wife of Oilers' goalie Cam Talbot, has stepped out of her husband's shadow to help those in need following Hurricane Harvey.
Junior LB Darrin Kirkland Jr., eighth on the team in tackles in 2016, underwent surgery this week for a non-contact knee injury.
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.
Somebody has to lose the mega-matchup between Alabama and Florida State. How will the CFP committee see it later?
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.
From the best hockey movies of all time, here are the classic lines from The Mighty Ducks, Mystery Alaska, Goon and more.