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Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti discussed NCAA tournament expansion at the league’s men’s basketball media day.

Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti: ‘Positive Feelings’ Around NCAA Tournament Expansion

Adding regular-season interest in the sport with league tournaments and more games against SEC opponents was also discussed.

Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti discussed NCAA tournament expansion at the league’s men’s basketball media day.

Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti: ‘Positive Feelings’ Around NCAA Tournament Expansion

Adding regular-season interest in the sport with league tournaments and more games against SEC opponents was also discussed.

Daniels has led the Commanders to a promising 3–1 start.

NFL Rookie Watch: Jayden Daniels Is in a League of His Own

The Commanders’ quarterback has set himself apart from other first-year signal-callers. Plus, Malik Nabers and Marvin Harrison Jr. headline a group of talented young receivers.

Seidler oversaw a complete transformation of the franchise.

NLDS-Bound Padres Driven by Peter Seidler’s Memory

The former Padres owner died last year after pouring his fortune into the franchise to make them an annual contender.

Allen is an early MVP favorite, even after the Bills' Week 4 loss to the Ravens.

NFL MVP Watch: Josh Allen Leads the Front-runners Through Week 4

The Bills’ QB is poised for a monster season, even after Buffalo’s Week 4 blowout. Plus, is this finally the year a non-QB wins MVP?

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Texans’ Stefon Diggs Had Blunt Four-Word Response to Facing Josh Allen, Bills

The Houston star receiver will face his former team for the first time in Week 5.

Minnesota Vikings starting quarterback Sam Darnold is off to a great start with his new team in 2024.

Sam Darnold Makes Humble Admission on Time With Jets Ahead of Sunday's Game

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Last-Minute Fantasy Football Streaming WR With Malik Nabers 'A Longshot' to Play

Fantasy managers woke up to some concerning news Thursday morning when Giants beat writer Jordan Raanan reported star rookie Malik Nabers "seems like a longshot

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Randle spent the last five seasons in orange and blue.

Julius Randle Shares Honest Reaction to Stunning Trade From Knicks

The All-Star forward was sent to the Timberwolves on the eve of training camp.

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Karl-Anthony Towns came through for a young girl before heading east.

Karl-Anthony Towns Classily Kept Promise to a Reporter's Daughter One Day After Trade

KAT was traded by the Wolves this offseason

Knicks Used CBA 'Loophole' to Execute Karl-Anthony Towns Trade

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Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman high fives second baseman Jose Altuve after a win.

Jose Altuve Emotionally Advocates for Alex Bregman to Be Brought Back to Astros

Bregman is set to become an unrestricted free agent this winter.

The ESPN broadcast missed a key pitch in the ninth inning of the Mets-Brewers game on Wednesday.

MLB Fans Crush ESPN for Brutal Broadcast Move in 9th Inning of Mets-Brewers Game 2

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio celebrates after hitting a solo home run during the first inning of Wednesday's 5-3 win over the New York Mets in the wild-card round of MLB Playoffs.

Brewers' Jackson Chourio Is First Player Since Babe Ruth to Achieve This Playoff Feat

The Baltimore Orioles had their season come to an end on Wednesday.

Orioles’ Colton Cowser Blasted for Most Embarrassing Strikeout of MLB Playoffs

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Sep 21, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Marshall Thundering Herd in the second half at Ohio Stadium on Saturday.

Reed 'Em and Weep: College Football Betting Notes, Player Props Analysis and Predictions for Week 6

College football betting notes, predictions and analysis for the entire Week 6 slate.

Colorado Buffaloes star Travis Hunter is now one of the highest ranked players in the "College Football 25" video game.

Colorado's Travis Hunter, Michigan's Will Johnson Highlight New CFB 25 Player Ratings

Mike “Mad Dog” Russo calls out Stephen A. Smith on ‘First Take.'

'Mad Dog' Russo Calls Out Stephen A. Smith, Paul Finebaum For Deion Sanders Love

Sep 21, 2024; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers quarterback Garrett Greene (6) throws a pass and is rushed by Kansas Jayhawks linebacker JB Brown (1) during the first quarter at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

College Football Upset Picks for Week 6: Wrong Team Favored in Stillwater?

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Sam Bennett is chasing a PGA Tour card this week at the Korn Ferry Tour Championship.

After Amen: Sam Bennett Has Learned in the Last Year That Life, and Golf, Are Never Simple

Rory McIlroy's pro-am partners at the Dunhill Links Championship include PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan and LIV Golf chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan.

Rory McIlroy Suggests That a Deal to Unify Golf Could Come By Year's End

Monahan has been leading PGA Tour negotiations with the Saudi PIF for more than a year.

Jay Monahan Grouped With Saudi PIF Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan at Dunhill Links

Henley and Scheffler went 2-0 as a team at the Presidents Cup.

Fact or Fiction: The Presidents Cup Desperately Needs an Overhaul

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Kylian Mbappé was not called up for France ahead of the October international break.

Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe Out of France Squad Despite Return From Injury

Lionel Messi's brace lifted Inter Miami to victory over Columbus Crew

Lionel Messi 'Happy' After Inter Miami Win 2024 MLS Supporters' Shield

Arsenal's Bukayo Saka met up with Conor McGregor at the Emirates on Tuesday night.

Conor McGregor Jokingly Spars With Arsenal's Bukayo Saka After UCL Victory

England announced its squad for the upcoming October international break.

England Squad for October UEFA Nations League Matches

Michigan defensive lineman Mason Graham looks to tackle Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. during the second half of U-M's 34-13 win in the College Football Playoff national championship game in Houston on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024.

Michigan football opponent preview: Washington Huskies

Oct 21, 2023; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Jihaad Campbell (30) recovers a fumble and runs it in for a touchdown against Tennessee as Tennessee Volunteers linebacker Aaron Beasley (6) attempts to tackle him at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama defeated Tennessee 34-20.

Will an SEC Team Finish Undefeated? Just a Minute

Sep 27, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights running back Kyle Monangai (5) carries the ball as Washington Huskies linebacker Carson Bruener (42) pursues during the first half at SHI Stadium.

What to Expect from Rutgers' Offense vs. Nebraska

May 30, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) lines up a shot against the Florida Panthers during the first period in game five of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images

Rangers Give Update on Injured Star

Mar 13, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Bruce Brown (11) dribbles in the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

NBA Analyst Names Raptors Guard Among League's Most Likely Trade Candidates

Sep 21, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Luther Burden III (3) returns a punt against Vanderbilt Commodores linebacker Nicholas Rinaldi (24) during the first half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Missouri WR Luther Burden III Reminds Mike Elko Of an NFL Superstar

Feb 22, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Georgetown Hoyas head coach Patrick Ewing looks on during the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

Knicks Legend Returns to Coaching

Dallas Cowboys fantasy owners should beware of team's Week 5 matchup

Sep 25, 2024; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick at press conference at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

All-Star Former Champ Thinks JJ Redick Can Bring Lakers Back to Contention

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The Indiana Fever celebrate a Caitlin Clark triple-double.

Every WNBA Record Caitlin Clark Set or Broke During Her Rookie Season

Clark and the Fever were bounced from the WNBA playoffs in the first round.

Caitlin Clark Pens Message for Her Fans After Historic Rookie Season in WNBA

Clark was named WNBA Rookie of the Year in 2024.

Sue Bird Says Racism Existed in WNBA Long Before Caitlin Clark's Arrival

Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner is the latest women's hoops star to join the new Unrivaled basketball league.

Brittney Griner Agrees to Join New Women's Pro Basketball League

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