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Soto is headed to Queens after spending a season in the Bronx.

Juan Soto’s Self-Confidence Pays Off With Record MLB Contract

The newly signed New York Met confused teammates and family members by turning down a $440 million offer from the Nationals two years ago. His new contract validates his decision.

Stephanie Apstein
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Soto is headed to Queens after spending a season in the Bronx.

Juan Soto’s Self-Confidence Pays Off With Record MLB Contract

The newly signed New York Met confused teammates and family members by turning down a $440 million offer from the Nationals two years ago. His new contract validates his decision.

Stephanie Apstein
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The Arizona State Sun Devils team celebrate with the trophy after winning the Big 12 championship. They are the No. 4 seed in the College Football Playoff.

Everything You Need to Know About the 12 College Football Playoff Teams

Each team’s high and low point of the season, how they got here and what needs to happen for them to win or what could derail their chance at the national championship.

Bryan Fischer, Mike McDaniel, Pat Forde, Zach Koons
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Cousins enters the field in his return to Minnesota in Week 14.

Benching Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr. Would Not Fix Falcons’ Issues

While the veteran has been turnover-prone during a four-game losing streak, not all of the team’s issues are on him.

Conor Orr
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Penn State tight end Tyler Warren and the Nittany Lions have one of the easiest paths to the College Football Playoff national championship game.

College Football Playoff Bracket Analysis: Easiest, Hardest Paths to National Championship Game

Other things we learned: There wasn’t much bubble consideration outside of SMU and Alabama, the weather will be a factor in the first round and Georgia is the favorite to win the title.

Bryan Fischer
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NFL World in Utter Disbelief After Chiefs Beat Chargers on a Lucky Doink

How does this keep happening?

Kristen Wong
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Tom Brady Called Out Bills, Sean McDermott for Costly Late-Game Move vs. Rams

Kristen Wong
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Dec 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) throws against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Fabs Five Fantasy Storylines: Josh Allen, Sam Darnold Lead Fantasy Football Scorers in Week 14

Michael Fabiano
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Shanahan has the 49ers at 6-7 through 13 games this season.

Kyle Shanahan Responds to Speculation That He Could be Traded this Offseason

Mike Kadlick
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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) celebrates a touchdown against Detroit Lions during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.

Josh Jacobs Leading Fantasy Football Managers To Postseason Berth

If Josh Jacobs is on your fantasy football roster, there’s a good chance you’re heading for the playoffs next week. The veteran running back scored three touchd

Michael Fabiano
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Rico Dowdle (left) and Will Levis (right) are interesting fantasy sleepers in Week 14.

Fabs Five: Will Levis, Rico Dowdle Highlight Week 14 Fantasy Football Sleeper Picks

Michael Fabiano
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Drake London (left), Jalen Hurts (center) and Chase Brown (right) are all among the top-ranked players in fantasy this week.

Week 14 Fantasy Football Rankings For Every Position In PPR Leagues

Michael Fabiano
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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

Michael Fabiano
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Draymond Green celebrates against the Minnesota Timberwolves

Draymond Green Replicated Steph Curry's Signature Celebration After Game-Sealing Dunk

Draymond Green celebrated like Steph Curry after a late dunk against the Timberwolves.

Karl Rasmussen
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James on Dec. 6, 2024.

LeBron James Will Miss a Big Season Goal Due to Absence vs. Portland

Brigid Kennedy
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Nikola Jokic during the Nuggets' 126–114 loss to the Cavaliers on Dec. 5, 2024.

Nikola Jokić's Career-High 56 Points Go to Waste As Lowly Wizards Upset Nuggets

Patrick Andres
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Magic forward Franz Wagner shoots during Orlando's 102–94 loss to the 76ers on Dec. 6, 2024.

Orlando Magic’s Franz Wagner Out Indefinitely Due to Torn Oblique

Patrick Andres
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Juan Soto celebrates in the dugout on Oct 26, 2024.

Juan Soto Celebrates Huge Mets Deal With Brother Elian in Pumped-Up Video

Who wouldn't celebrate like that for $765 million?

Brigid Kennedy
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Juan Soto has agreed to a record-breaking deal with the Mets.

Juan Soto Beaming in FaceTime Photo with Donovan Mitchell After Historic Mets Deal

Kristen Wong
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Juan Soto on Oct. 29, 2024

MLB World Floored By Juan Soto's Record-Setting Contract With Mets

Brigid Kennedy
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Juan Soto Agrees to Historic Deal With New York Mets

Kristen Wong
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Joel Klatt Blasts College Football Playoff Committee for ‘Atrocious’ Selections

The Fox analyst shared his blunt opinions on the College Football Playoff bracket.

Kristen Wong
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Freeman celebrates with players at the end of the game against USC.

Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman Googled Curt Cignetti, and Loved What He Saw

Blake Silverman
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St. Xavier quarterback Chase Herbstreit reacts after scoring a touchdown.

Kirk Herbstreit's QB Son Starts Family Rivalry, Commits to Michigan

Blake Silverman
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Alabama AD Greg Byrne’s Message on Being Left Out of CFP Raises Eyebrows

Kristen Wong
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Scottie Scheffler was congratulated by host Tiger Woods after winning the Hero World Challenge for a second straight year.

Scottie Scheffler Puts Final Mark on 2024 With Hero World Challenge Win

John Schwarb
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Scottie Scheffler repeated as champion in the limited-field event in the Bahamas.

2024 Hero World Challenge Final Payouts, Prize Money: Scottie Scheffler Wins $1 Million

Jeff Ritter
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Greg Norman walks on the practice ice green before the final round of LIV Golf Miami golf tournament at Trump National Doral.

Greg Norman Exiting Role As LIV Golf CEO Amid Uncertain Future

Bob Harig
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2024 Best Holiday Golf Gifts for Her

Janice Ferguson
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Chelsea’s Cole Palmer Makes Premier League History With Penalty-Kick Record

Joel Mians
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Three Takeaways: Chelsea Comes Back to Seal Stunning 4–3 Win Over Spurs

Joel Mians
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Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella Gifts Spurs Two Goals by Slipping Twice in First 10 Minutes

Joel Mians
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Three Takeaways: Arsenal Drops Points to Fulham in Draw at Craven Cottage

Joel Mians
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Kate Martin and college teammate Caitlin Clark share a laugh before a game between the Fever and Aces.

Caitlin Clark, A'ja Wilson React to Valkyries Taking Kate Martin in WNBA Expansion Draft

Tom Dierberger
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Michelle Wie West was among the Bay Area natives to announce the Valkyries' selections in the expansion draft.

WNBA Fans Had Jokes About Valkyries Not Selecting Storm Player in Expansion Draft

Tom Dierberger
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The Valkyries selected their inaugural roster on Friday night.

Projected Golden State Valkyries Starting Lineup, Depth Chart After WNBA Expansion Draft

Mike Kadlick
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Martin averaged 2.6 points and 1.6 rebounds in 11.5 minutes per game as a rookie.

Kate Martin Among 11 Players Golden State Valkyries Select in WNBA Expansion Draft

Tom Dierberger
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