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Mississippi Rebels coach Lane Kiffin was unhappy with the College Football Playoff selection committee’s latest rankings.

Lane Kiffin’s College Football Playoff Complaints Are More SEC Entitlement

Ole Miss’s real beef should be with league mate Alabama getting a likely bid, but still, the ACC is the aggrieved party in that decision.

Pat Forde
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Mississippi Rebels coach Lane Kiffin was unhappy with the College Football Playoff selection committee’s latest rankings.

Lane Kiffin’s College Football Playoff Complaints Are More SEC Entitlement

Ole Miss’s real beef should be with league mate Alabama getting a likely bid, but still, the ACC is the aggrieved party in that decision.

Pat Forde
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The Steelers are 5–1 with Wilson as the starting quarterback.

How Russell Wilson, Justin Fields Fit Into Steelers’ Future Plans

Can Pittsburgh retain both quarterbacks this offseason? Plus, the top candidates for the Bears’ head coaching job and more in Albert Breer’s mailbag.

Albert Breer
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Freeman brought to mind a certain famous statue when he got a fastball on the inner half and launched a walk-off grand slam in Game 1 of the World Series.

Freddie Freeman Defined Strength for the Title-Winning Dodgers

As he coped with his son’s illness and his own injuries, the Dodgers first baseman displayed resilience (and a knack for looking for the right pitch) in a historic World Series performance.

Tom Verducci
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The Crimson Tide look to be in position to claim a College Football Playoff berth if SMU beats Clemson in the ACC championship.

Alabama and the SEC Are, Once Again, Getting Their Way

The Crimson Tide jumping Miami in this week’s College Football Playoff rankings lays bare the sport’s dubious power structure.

Pat Forde
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Former Bear head coach Matt Eberflus stands behind Caleb Williams.

Caleb Williams Admits Harsh Reality of Bears Firing Matt Eberflus

Chicago fired Eberflus just 12 games into Williams' rookie season.

Mike Kadlick
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Bet the OVER on Justin Jefferson's receiving yards against the Falcons.

Player Prop Countdown: Top 10 NFL Player Props for Week 14 (Justin Jefferson Will Torch Falcons Secondary)

Iain MacMillan
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ESPN College Game Day's Pat McAfee high-fives fans as he takes the field before the game between Michigan and Texas at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor.

Pat McAfee Laments Likely End to Humorous NFL Drug Test Social Media Posts

Dan Lyons
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Al-Shaair was suspended for three games for a hit on Trevor Lawrence.

Azeez Al-Shaair Embraces 'Villain' Role in Social Media Post After Suspension Upheld

Mike Kadlick
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Sam Darnold (left) is a start this week while Aaron Rodgers (right) is a sit.

Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Quarterbacks for Fantasy Football Week 14

Week 14 fantasy football start, sit advice from fantasy expert Michael Fabiano.

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

Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Running Backs for Fantasy Football Week 14

Michael Fabiano
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Tee Higgins (left) is a start this week while DeAndre Hopkins (right) is a sit.

Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Wide Receivers for Fantasy Football Week 14

Michael Fabiano
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Jonnu Smith (left) is a start this week while Kyle Pitts (right) is a sit.

Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Tight Ends for Fantasy Football Week 14

Michael Fabiano
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Los Angeles Lakers vs. Miami Heat

Lakers' Embarrassing Defensive Possession Sums Up Blowout Loss to Heat

The Lakers were blown out by the Heat on Wednesday night, and one possession sums up the entire game.

Karl Rasmussen
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Kerr and Podziemski engage in discussion during a Warriors game

Steve Kerr Explains Why He Publicly Ripped Brandin Podziemski

Josh Wilson
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Durant sprained his ankle in the Suns win over the Spurs on Tuesday.

Suns Give Injury Update on Kevin Durant Day After He Leaves Win Over Spurs

Mike Kadlick
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Draymond Green had a priceless reaction to this play.

Cameras Caught Draymond Green’s On-Brand Reaction to Nikola Jokić Getting Hit In Face

Patrick Andres
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Willy Adames is a free agent after racking up 32 home runs and 112 RBIs in a career year for the Milwaukee Brewers.

Yankees Reportedly Have Major Infield Target in Mind As Plan B to Juan Soto

Willy Adames could be a consolation prize for the Yankees if they miss out on Soto.

Ryan Phillips
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Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried tips his hat to the crowd after being removed from a game against the Kansas City Royals.

Yankees' Pursuit of Max Fried Gaining Steam After Initial Meeting

Karl Rasmussen
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Soto posted a career-best 7.9 WAR in 2024.

MLB Insider Provides Crucial Context to Juan Soto Free Agency Offers, Timeline

Ryan Phillips
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Soto (right) is about to be a very rich man.

SI:AM | What We Know About Juan Soto’s Free Agency as Decision Looms

Dan Gartland
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Warren quarterback Madden Iamaleava is under pressure by St. Bonaventure's Jacob Moraga as he fires a pass during the first quarter of the Seraphs' 24-21 win in the CIF-SS Division 3 championship game.

Nico Iamaleava's Brother Madden, Four-Star QB, Flips and Signs With SEC Program

Madden Iamaleava will play for one of his brother's SEC opponents after decommitting from UCLA on Wednesday.

Dan Lyons
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Riley was reportedly approached by UCF about their vacant head coaching job.

Lincoln Riley Addresses Speculation That He Could Leave USC For Open CFB Job

Mike Kadlick
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Baker Mayfield during a Tampa Bay Buccaneers press conference on Dec. 4, 2024.

Baker Mayfield Forced to Don Hilarious Mizzou Shirt After Losing Bet

Brigid Kennedy
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ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit walks his dog Ben before the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship.

Kirk Herbstreit Shares Heartfelt Letter Joe Biden Sent Him Honoring Late Dog Ben

Karl Rasmussen
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The Best Golf Gifts for Him This Holiday Season

Janice Ferguson
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Scottie Scheffler echoed a sentiment made by others that he would pay to play in a Ryder Cup.

Scottie Scheffler, Justin Thomas Understand the ‘Touchy Subject’ of Ryder Cup Money

Bob Harig
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U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley says nothing has been decided on payments for players in 2025.

Keegan Bradley Says Report of U.S. Ryder Cup Players Being Paid Is ‘All Speculation’

Bob Harig
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The USGA's new gender policies will go in effect for its 2025 championships.

LPGA and USGA Update Gender Policies, Affecting Transgender Golfers

Max Schreiber
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Henry Martín (right) consoles Ignacio Rivero (left) after América defeated Cruz Azul in the Clausura 2024 final

Cruz Azul and América Reignites Historic Playoff Rivalry in Apertura 2024 Semifinals

Roberto Casillas
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Kylian Mbappé failed to convert from the spot for the second time in three matches.

Kylian Mbappe Takes 'Full Responsibility' for Real Madrid's Defeat vs. Athletic Bilbao

Amanda Langell
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Mexico are looking for friendlies against club teams in its preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Mexico Could Play Friendlies Against Two South American Clubs, per Report

Roberto Casillas
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Kylian Mbappé missed another penalty for Real Madrid.

Another Kylian Mbappe Missed Penalty Costs Real Madrid: Takeaways From 1-2 Defeat vs. Athletic Bilbao

Amanda Langell
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Coco Gauff reacts to a point during the U.S. Open.

Coco Gauff, Caitlin Clark Ranked on List of Highest Paid Female Athletes of 2024

Madison Williams
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Fever’s Stephanie White Shared Her Smart Approach to Coaching Caitlin Clark

Kristen Wong
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Wilson official basketball with WNBA logo goes through the net.

Golden State Valkyries' WNBA Expansion Draft: Where to Watch and Full Rules

Blake Silverman
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The WNBA logo is seen on the court at Gateway Center Arena.

WNBA Key Dates: Everything to Know About the 2025 Season

Madison Williams
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