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    Dec 30, 2022; Glendale AZ, USA; The College Football Playoff logo on the field at State Farm Stadium, the site of the 2022 CFP Semifinal between the TCU Horned Frogs and the Michigan Wolverines and Super Bowl 57 (LVII).
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    CFP Format Questions Loom Over Spring Meetings
    The CFP management committee is meeting in Dallas this week.
    Mar 20, 2025; Wichita, KS, USA; Georgia Bulldogs guard Silas Demary Jr. (5) dribbles against Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Emmanuel Innocenti (5) in the second half of a first round men’s NCAA Tournament game at Intrust Bank Arena.
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    NCAA Transfer Portal Hits Record Numbers—Again
    The transfer portal closes April 22.
    Apr 19, 2025; Hilton Head, South Carolina, USA; Patrick Cantlay on three tee during the third round of the RBC Heritage golf tournament.
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    PGA Tour Shifts Focus to Stroke Time in Speed-Up Effort
    Average stroke times, not round times, are becoming a focal point.
    Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) reacts after a three point basket against the Houston Cougars during the first half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome.
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    Cooper Flagg’s Timing Is Perfect for the NBA and USA Basketball
    The projected No. 1 pick just declared for the draft.
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    Cavs Game 1 Hero Ty Jerome Is Among NBA’s Cheapest Deals
    Ty Jerome had 28 points Sunday while making $2.5 million this year.
    Sharon Lokedi
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    Sharon Lokedi Wins $200K, Smashes Boston Marathon Record
    Lokedi broke the old course record by more than two minutes.
    Shannon Sharpe
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    Shannon Sharpe Accused of Rape in Civil Lawsuit
    The case was filed by an anonymous woman in Nevada.
    Charlie Baker
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    NCAA Increases Lobbying Spending in First Months of Trump
    The governing body spent $450,000 on lobbying during the first quarter.
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    UCLA and Tennessee Swap Quarterbacks
    UCLA quarterback Joey Aguilar will trade places with Tennessee’s Nico Iamaleava.
    Nico Harrison
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    Nico Harrison Says Luka Trade Backlash Surprised Him
    The Mavericks GM spoke about the trade—in front of cameras—Monday.
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    Major Sports Figures Gave $15 Million to Trump Inauguration
    The Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets owners donated $1 million apiece.
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    The Pressure and Price of Barcelona’s Young Prodigy
    Lamine Yamal is a teenage superstar. Can Barcelona afford him?
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    Apr 14, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Paige Bueckers is interviewed by ESPN after being selected with the number one overall pick to the Dallas Wings in the 2025 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards
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    ESPN’s WNBA Coverage Mirrors the League’s Stunning Growth
    “I don’t think we stand still in our coverage of women’s sports,” says Rowe.
    Mar 16, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) celebrates with guard Isaiah Joe (11) after score in the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum.
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    How the Thunder Redefined the Small-Market Blueprint
    A rebuild years in the making has OKC in the driver’s seat.
    Mar 13, 2020; Augusta, GA, USA; The front entrance at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga., Friday morning. The Masters Tournament has been postponed due to coronavirus concerns.
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    What It’s Like to Play Augusta National
    Inside a round at the most exclusive club in the world.
    Dec 9, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) watches as center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) celebrates after making a three point basket to clinch a win against the Toronto Raptors near the end of the fourth quarter at Scotiabank Arena
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    Same Owner, New Knicks: New York’s Remarkable Rebound
    The franchise’s renaissance didn’t happen overnight.

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    Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) throws during the second half of the College Football Playoff first round game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Dec. 22, 2024. Ohio State won 42-17.
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    Former Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava Will Transfer to UCLA
    The news ends a weeklong saga for the embattled quarterback.
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    Oregon Sues Ex-Running Backs Coach Over $200K Buyout Dispute
    Carlos Locklyn and his former employer are fighting over his contract terms.
    Refs
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    College Football Cracking Down on Fake Injuries
    Players have allegedly faked injuries for free timeouts and slowing opposing offenses.
    Lee Corso
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    Lee Corso Will Retire From ESPN at 90
    The broadcaster is hanging up his headgear in August.

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    Media
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    Shannon Sharpe Accused of Rape in Civil Lawsuit
    The case was filed by an anonymous woman in Nevada.
    Apr 14, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Paige Bueckers is interviewed by ESPN after being selected with the number one overall pick to the Dallas Wings in the 2025 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards
    April 21, 2025

    ESPN’s WNBA Coverage Mirrors the League’s Stunning Growth
    “I don’t think we stand still in our coverage of women’s sports,” says Rowe.
    Netflix
    April 17, 2025

    Netflix Rises While Markets Slide—Thanks in Part to Live Sports
    The streaming giant beats financial expectations as its sports presence grows.
    Lee Corso
    April 17, 2025

    Lee Corso Will Retire From ESPN at 90
    The broadcaster is hanging up his headgear in August.
    April 15, 2025

    WNBA Draft Draws 1.25M Viewers
    Paige Bueckers was the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft.
    April 15, 2025

    NBA Regular-Season Ratings Dip 2%, In Line With the NFL
    The NFL also saw a 2% viewership decline last season.
    April 14, 2025

    Masters Final Round Draws 12.7 Million Viewers
    The final round was the most-watched golf event in seven years.
    April 14, 2025

    NBA Play-In Tournament Gets Warriors Boost
    The Play-In Tournament will stream on Amazon Prime Video starting next season.

    Law
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    Drake Lawsuit Says Kendrick Lamar Defamed Him At Super Bowl
    Drake says taking out the word “pedophile” didn’t erase the defamation.
    Reilly Opelka
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    Tennis Player Says ATP Threatened Him For Supporting Suit
    The tour denied the allegation in a Friday court hearing.
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    Boston Beats Challenge to $200M NWSL Stadium Renovation
    Demolition had begun before the case went to trial.
    A view of the FanDuel Sportsbook betting area at Belterra Park Cincinnati.
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    FanDuel Founder’s Legal Fight Over 2018 Sale Has KKR’s Attention
    The legal dispute stems from the 2018 sale of 61% of FanDuel.

    Deals
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    Max Verstappen Linked to $300M Aston Martin Deal Ahead of Miami GP
    Aston Martin is currently seventh in the constructors championship.
    March 27, 2025

    Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions Gets PE Boost
    The Hall of Famer’s company gains another prominent backer.
    March 20, 2025

    High School Sports Power Signs Eight-Figure Rights Deal in First
    The deal pays roughly $1 million annually, FOS has learned.
    March 20, 2025

    NFL Agent: Edge Rushers Market to Outpace WRs Moving Forward
    Maxx Crosby just signed a three-year, $106.5 million extension.

    FOS Exclusives
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    Sharpe Eyes $100M+ Podcast Deal As Contract Expires
    Sharpe’s podcasts have exploded in popularity over the last several years.
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    Yellowstone’s McDonough Joins Celeb Sports Ownership Stampede
    The actor talked to FOS about what drew him to sports ownership.
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    Inside Nico Iamaleava’s Ugly Breakup With Tennessee
    Iamaleava’s representatives claim to FOS he didn’t push for more NIL money.
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    Doris Burke on ESPN No. 1 Team’s Chemistry, Social Media Exit
    A candid conversation with broadcasting legend Doris Burke.
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    April 12, 2025

    Daytona 500 Champ William Byron on NASCAR Media Evolution, Passion for Golf
    The Daytona 500 champion sees similarities between racing and golf.
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    April 11, 2025

    Cowboys Deny Charlotte Jones Backing NFL Flag Football Bid
    Investors are rushing to the new flag football venture.
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    April 10, 2025

    U.S. Investor Buys Italian Hoops Team Amid Euro Sports Surge
    Napoli Basketball plays in Serie A1 and sits in 13th place.
    Apr 5, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; View of the NBA logo on a backboard before the game between the Houston Rockets and the Miami Heat at Toyota Center.
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    April 9, 2025

    Elon Musk’s X Launches New NBA Portal Ahead of Playoffs
    X also had an NFL portal last season.

    Teams
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    Nico Harrison Says Luka Trade Backlash Surprised Him
    The Mavericks GM spoke about the trade—in front of cameras—Monday.
    Mar 16, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) celebrates with guard Isaiah Joe (11) after score in the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum.
    April 20, 2025

    How the Thunder Redefined the Small-Market Blueprint
    A rebuild years in the making has OKC in the driver’s seat.
    Dec 9, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) watches as center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) celebrates after making a three point basket to clinch a win against the Toronto Raptors near the end of the fourth quarter at Scotiabank Arena
    April 19, 2025

    Same Owner, New Knicks: New York’s Remarkable Rebound
    The franchise’s renaissance didn’t happen overnight.
    April 18, 2025

    High-Priced Suns Have a Frustrated Owner, Few Good Options
    Phoenix missed the playoffs with an NBA-high $210 million payroll.
    Monte McNair
    April 17, 2025

    Flailing Kings Fire GM After Losing Play-In
    Monte McNair helped the team end a 16-year playoff drought. 
    April 16, 2025

    Leafs vs. Senators: Old Guard Meets New Money in Battle of Ontario
    The Maple Leafs-Senators clash has many David-and-Goliath themes.
    Apr 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) dribbles the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Footprint Center.
    April 10, 2025

    Suns Will Miss the Playoffs Despite Having NBA’s Highest Payroll
    The team’s luxury tax bill exceeds other teams’ full salaries.
    April 9, 2025

    Man City Blinks: Fan Pressure Halts Ticket Increases in Rare Move
    The powerful club will not raise ticket prices next season.

    Leagues
    Apr 19, 2025; Hilton Head, South Carolina, USA; Patrick Cantlay on three tee during the third round of the RBC Heritage golf tournament.
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    PGA Tour Shifts Focus to Stroke Time in Speed-Up Effort
    Average stroke times, not round times, are becoming a focal point.
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    Serie A Postpones Four Matches Following Death of Pope Francis
    The top Italian soccer league paused play Monday.
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    NFL Draft Set to Kick Off at Lambeau Field and Command the TV Spotlight
    Green Bay is expecting about 250,000 people to attend the draft.
    Masters
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    Inside The Masters Ticketing Crackdown
    Insiders expect big changes are coming to ticketing at Augusta National.
    UFL
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    UFL, Players Union Agree to New CBA Pending Board Approval
    Players say the new deal gives them wins on wages and healthcare.
    April 18, 2025

    NHL Breaks Attendance Record for Third Straight Season
    More than 23 million hockey fans attended games this season.
    April 18, 2025

    Golf’s Other Majors Won’t Copy Masters Phone Ban
    Phone intrusions at past majors have led to strong reactions from golfers.

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