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Akshay Bhatia picked up his third PGA Tour title and his first signature event win at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational Final Payouts, Prize Money From Bay Hill

Akshay Bhatia won the signature event in a playoff, denying Daniel Berger a wire-to-wire win.

Jeff Ritter
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Mar 8, 2026
Rory McIlroy is chasing a second win at Bay Hill and 30th overall PGA Tour title.

2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational Betting Models, Picks: Lengthy Bay Hill Offers Complete Test

Our expert likes the world No. 2 to possibly win again at Bay Hill, which often delivers big-name winners.

Cody Williams
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Mar 3, 2026
Bet on Matt Fitzpatrick to be the first-round leader at the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational.

Arnold Palmer Invitational First Round Leader Picks: Bet Matt Fitzpatrick to Start Fast at Bay Hill

Giving out two best bets to be the first round leader at the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational.

Iain MacMillan
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Mar 3, 2026
Scottie Scheffler is the betting favorite to win the Arnold Palmer Invitational for the third time in his career.

Arnold Palmer Invitational Betting Preview: Picks, Predictions, Odds for Bay Hill

Breaking down the odds and best bets to place to win this week's PGA Tour event, the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill.

Iain MacMillan
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Mar 2, 2026
Russell Henley is back to defend at the signature event in Orlando.

2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational Full Field: Signature Event Returns to Bay Hill

As the Masters comes ever closer, the PGA Tour’s best will gather again for a signature event. Three weeks ago was the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and two weeks ag

John Schwarb
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Mar 1, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs are the favorites to sign Tyreek Hill.

Tyreek Hill Next Team Odds: Chiefs, Bills, Ravens Favored to Land Veteran Receiver

Breaking down where Tyreek Hill will sign after being released by the Dolphins, with the Chiefs, Bills, and Ravens favored to land the veteran wide receiver.

Ryan Gilbert
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Feb 25, 2026
Washington will be looking to add more skill-position talent around quarterback Jayden Daniels, as well as strengthen its defense when free agency gets underway during the legal tampering period on Monday.

NFL Free Agency 2026: How NFC Teams Stack Up by Salary Cap Space

The Commanders, Seahawks and 49ers are in terrific shape, while the Packers, Lions, Saints and Vikings are over the threshold, limiting their ability to sign big names.

Gilberto Manzano
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Mar 5, 2026
The NFL’s legal tampering window begins on Monday.

NFL Free Agency Guide for All 32 Teams: Needs, Fits and Each Club’s Path to Success

A look at how all 32 teams can win free agency when the NFL’s league year opens next week.

Mike Kadlick, Eva Geitheim, Karl Rasmussen
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Mar 5, 2026
Dan Evans played a pro-am with Viktor Hovland last week.

What It’s Like to Tee Off Alongside Viktor Hovland

Dan Evans recaps a memorable experience playing golf with Viktor Hovland at the pro-am during the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

Dan Evans
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Mar 10, 2026
Travis Kelce has yet to announce if he will return for the 2026 season.

Andy Reid Comments on Travis Kelce, Tyreek Hill As Chiefs’ Offseason Gets Underway

What will the Chiefs do to improve Patrick Mahomes’s supporting cast this offseason?

Eva Geitheim
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Feb 20, 2026
Malik Willis landed with the Dolphins in free agency.

Dolphins to Sign Packers Backup QB Malik Willis Following Tua Tagovailoa Release

Could Willis be the new QB1 in Miami?

Madison Williams
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Mar 9, 2026
Earl Grant is out after five seasons leading Boston College’s men’s basketball program.

Boston College Dismisses Earl Grant: Five Candidates to Take Over Eagles, Including Program Legend

Grant was just 72–92 with one postseason appearance with the Eagles.

Dan Lyons
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Mar 8, 2026
Akshay Bhatia earned his third PGA Tour win at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

Akshay Bhatia Grabs Biggest Win of Career, Wins Arnold Palmer Invitational Playoff

Bhatia shot 5 under on the back nine and prevailed in a playoff to deny Daniel Berger a wire-to-wire victory in one of the PGA Tour's marquee events.

Max Schreiber
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Mar 8, 2026
Justin Thomas finished 27 strokes back of the lead at Bay Hill's Arnold Palmer Invitational, his first start in six months.

Justin Thomas Bluntly Assesses 'Humiliating' 79s in First Start Since Surgery

Returning from disk replacement surgery, Thomas missed the Arnold Palmer Invitational cut at 14 over par, 27 strokes behind the lead.

Max Schreiber
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Mar 6, 2026
Elmer Rodriguez and Puerto Rico are favorites against Cuba.

Cuba vs. Puerto Rico Prediction, Odds, Probable Pitchers for World Baseball Classic

Cuba vs. Puerto Rico betting odds, how to watch, probable pitchers, and World Baseball Classic picks and predictions for Monday, March 9.

Ryan Gilbert
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Mar 9, 2026
Rickie Fowler shot a second-round 69 at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

Rickie Fowler’s Special Connection to Arnold Palmer Raises the Stakes This Week

Fowler got acquainted with Palmer before he passed away in 2016. The 37-year-old is also hoping to earn a spot at Augusta next month.

Bob Harig
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Mar 6, 2026
The Dolphins sent Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Jets in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round pick.

Minkah Fitzpatrick Trade Grades: Jets Get Needed Secondary Help, Dolphins Continue Rebuild

New York is in desperate need of defensive playmakers, and it got one in the 29-year-old.

Gilberto Manzano
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Mar 9, 2026
Kirk Cousins was among the notable players cut this offseason.

10 Most Notable Players Cut Before the Start of NFL Free Agency, and Best New Fit

The free agency pool got a little more crowded after these stars were released.

Eva Geitheim
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Mar 6, 2026
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal made a decision about his availability for the rest of the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Tarik Skubal Makes Big Decision on Team USA Status at World Baseball Classic

After making one dominant start for the U.S., Skubal will return to the Tigers.

Ryan Phillips
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Mar 9, 2026
This week's Arnold Palmer Invitational is the second of three signature events associated with PGA Tour legends.

The Arnold Palmer Invitational Is the Best Signature Event

In this Fact or Fiction, the SI Golf staff debates “legacy” signatures, LIV Golf's pre-Masters schedule and if TGL has improved in Year 2.

John Schwarb, Jeff Ritter, Max Schreiber, Bob Harig
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Mar 5, 2026
Scottie Scheffler let his frustrations brew Friday at Bay Hill.

Why Scottie Scheffler Uncharacteristically Threw Ball in Water at Arnold Palmer Invitational

Just two rounds in, the putting surfaces at Bay Hill resembled a U.S. Open, and Scheffler struggled to make a move up the leaderboard.

Max Schreiber
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Mar 7, 2026
Rory McIlroy walks on the 14th green during the first round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational golf tournament.

Rory McIlroy Withdraws From Arnold Palmer Invitational Due to Back Injury

McIlroy was 4 under heading into the third round of play before deciding he could not play the weekend.

Bob Harig
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Mar 7, 2026
Mike Evans is joining the 49ers after 12 seasons in Tampa.

Why Mike Evans Could Be the Most Consequential Signing of Free Agency

The 49ers’ personnel has set the standard for dictating defensive matchups. They just added the league’s best receiver against man coverage.

Conor Orr
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Mar 9, 2026
Malik Willis earned a big contract with the Dolphins despite having only six career starts.

Malik Willis Is a Smart, Though Hopefully Short-Term, Signing for the Dolphins

Miami’s new regime is taking a chance on an unproven commodity at quarterback, but the franchise must know its best hope is still in the 2027 draft.

Conor Orr
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Mar 9, 2026
The Chiefs trading Tyreek Hill to Miami allowed them to draft Trent McDuffie in 2022.

The Chiefs' Trade of Trent McDuffie Is a Repeat of Another Major Move

Kansas City’s draft haul is eerily similar to what GM Brett Veach received the last time he dealt away a homegrown All-Pro in 2022, something which isn’t lost on the team.

Matt Verderame
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Mar 4, 2026

Paralympic Skier Andrew Kurka Is Planning the Next Chapter of His Life—and His Sport

As the 34-year-old opens the door for retirement after Milan Cortina, he wants to make sure young athletes feel inspired to follow behind him.

Michael Rosenberg
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Mar 6, 2026
Ludvig Aberg hits off of the ninth tee at The Players Championship

2026 Players Championship Betting Models, Picks: TPC Sawgrass Demands Positional Excellence

The PGA Tour's flagship event tests every part of one's game but our expert starts with strokes-gained approach as a key part of the model.

Cody Williams
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Mar 10, 2026
Tommy Fleetwood (left), Jake Knapp (center), and Harris English (right) are among the betting picks for the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

Arnold Palmer Invitational Picks, Props Predictions: Betting Tommy Fleetwood, Rory McIlroy and Viktor Hovland

Arnold Palmer expert picks for first-round leader, prop bets, outright and longshots picks and winning score prediction from the SI Golf betting panel.

Brian Giuffra
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Mar 4, 2026
The Chiefs have traded cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Rams in exchange for a bevy of draft picks.

Chiefs Trade Star CB Trent McDuffie to Rams for Huge Draft Haul

Kansas City has made their first big trade this offseason.

Kristen Wong
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Mar 4, 2026
Scottie Scheffler is a two-time winner of the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

Arnold Palmer Invitational Preview: Field, Course, History, Tee Times, How to Watch

Time for another signature event and one of the PGA Tour’s marquee tournaments, with 19 of the top 20 players in the world teeing it up at Bay Hill.

Max Schreiber
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Mar 4, 2026
David Njoku will have plenty of suitors as a free agent during the 2026 NFL offseason.

Five Best Landing Spots For David Njoku in 2026 Include Eagles, Buccaneers

The veteran tight end can easily re-establish himself as a starter now that he’s slated to become a free agent.

Michael Fabiano
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Mar 6, 2026
Dallas Goedert could be leaving the City of Brotherly Love as a free agent this NFL offseason.

Five Best Landing Spots For Dallas Goedert in 2026 Include Broncos, Commanders

He would be a welcome addition for any tight end-needy team looking to add a pass catcher in the offense. 

Michael Fabiano
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Mar 6, 2026
Isaiah Likely will be one of the most coveted free-agent tight ends during the 2026 NFL offseason.

Five Best Landing Spots For Isaiah Likely in 2026 Include Eagles, Commanders

The tight end has failed to make a major impact in his first four years in the NFL due mostly to the presence of Mark Andrews in the Ravens' offense.

Michael Fabiano
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Mar 6, 2026
The Giants released linebacker Bobby Okereke

Giants Release Captain Bobby Okereke: How Will New York Replace its Linebacker?

The Giants will be looking to replace linebacker Bobby Okereke this offseason.

Karl Rasmussen
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Mar 3, 2026
Justin Thomas is making his 2026 season debut at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

Justin Thomas Took His Time Returning From Surgery, but Now He’s Back

The two-time major champion is making his first start of 2026 at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, four months after a back procedure.

Bob Harig
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Mar 5, 2026
Puerto Rico's conference at the mound featured a player in a Red Sox jersey.

Red Sox Pitcher Filling in for Puerto Rico Creates Strange Meeting on Mound

Puerto Rico was getting in some work in advance of the World Baseball Classic.

Kyle Koster
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Mar 4, 2026
Rico Dowdle had a breakout season after joining Carolina.

Every NFL Team’s Hits and Misses From Free Agency in 2025

From Rico Dowdle to Geno Smith, here are the transactions that worked out—or didn’t—after players signed new deals or extensions.

Gilberto Manzano
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Mar 5, 2026
Arsenal and Man City continue their tussle for glory.

How Arsenal’s Next Five Premier League Games Compare to Man City’s

Arsenal extended their lead over Man City with victory on Wednesday night.

Ewan Ross-Murray
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Mar 4, 2026
Both Man Utd and Liverpool slipped up midweek.

How Man Utd, Liverpool and Chelsea’s Next Five Premier League Fixtures Compare

There were twists and turns in the race for Champions League qualification midweek.

Ewan Ross-Murray
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Mar 4, 2026
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown could be on the trade block during the 2026 NFL offseason.

Four Best Landing Spots For A.J. Brown in 2026 Include Patriots, Ravens

The Philadelphia receiver has been in the NFL news cycle for weeks now, not because he’s a free agent, but because he’s seen as a potential trade candidate.

Michael Fabiano
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Mar 5, 2026
Key players to watch at the Players Championship include (clockwise from top left) Scottie Scheffler, Tommy Fleetwood, Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy.

2026 Players Championship Bettors’ Roundtable: Favorites, Sleepers, Props and Best Bets for TPC Sawgrass

The Players can be tough to predict, but our writers, editors and gambling experts have convened to break down the storylines and share their best bets for the week ahead at Sawgrass.

John Schwarb, Brian Giuffra, Iain MacMillan, Jeff Ritter, Max Schreiber, Bob Harig
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Mar 9, 2026
The  Chargers have close to $100 million in cap space to upgrade Jim Harbaugh's roster, including finding more weapons for quarterback Justin Herbert.

NFL Free Agency 2026: How AFC Teams Stack Up by Salary Cap Space

The Chargers, Titans and Raiders are in terrific shape, while the Browns and Jaguars are over the threshold, limiting their ability to sign big names.

Matt Verderame
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Mar 5, 2026
Kansas City traded cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Rams for four draft picks, including L.A.'s No. 29 selection.

Rams-Chiefs Trade Grades: Star CB Will Maximize Matthew Stafford’s Window

Kansas City now has two picks in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft after moving two-time All-Pro Trent McDuffie for four draft picks.

Gilberto Manzano
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Mar 4, 2026
Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy celebrated last year's European Ryder Cup victory as teammates.

Rory McIlroy Shares Opinion on Jon Rahm’s DP World Tour Saga

McIlroy said the Ryder Cup is "bigger than any one person" as Rahm's stance against the DP World Tour threatens his participation next year.

Bob Harig
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Mar 4, 2026
Indiana's Khobie Martin celebrates after the College Football Playoff national championship.

Everybody Wants to Save College Sports. But From What, Exactly?

As administrators sound alarms about structural collapse, the bigger question lingers: Is this a broken system or simply an irrational one by design?

Bryan Fischer
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Mar 4, 2026
Justin Rose takes his sun protection seriously, especially at age 45 with a lifetime spent outside playing golf.

Q&A: Justin Rose on PGA Tour Scheduling, the Majors and Sunscreen

The Englishman shared with Sports Illustrated his thoughts on a new Tour schedule, the Players’ major status and how he guards himself under the sun.

John Schwarb
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Mar 4, 2026
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is expected to be on the move this offseason.

Five Best Fantasy Football Landing Spots For Kirk Cousins in 2026

There are plenty of quarterback-needy teams around the NFL, too, so the 37-year-old should have a number of suitors, whether as a starter or a backup. 

Michael Fabiano
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Mar 5, 2026
Daniel Jones is coming off the best fantasy football season of his career. But where will he play in 2026?

Five Best Fantasy Football Landing Spots For Daniel Jones in 2026

Daniel Jones was the best sleeper quarterback in fantasy football last season. Over his first 12 starts, he ranked seventh in points at the position while avera

Michael Fabiano
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Mar 2, 2026
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