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    As LSU and Florida Circle, Kiffin Says ‘No Ultimatum’ From Ole Miss
    The Rebels are on the verge of their first College Football Playoff berth.
    Nov 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) rushes the ball against the Detroit Lions during the second half at Lincoln Financial Field.
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    NFL Refs Are Ruining the TV Experience
    The Eagles–Lions game was just the latest example of bad calls.
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    How ESPN Radio’s Michelle Smallmon Bet on Herself and Won
    After the pandemic, she felt “something was missing.”
    Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton talks with quarterback Bo Nix (10) during the second half at Empower Field at Mile High.
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    Broncos 9–2 Surge Coincides With Ownership’s Big Off-Field Goals
    Denver is tied for the best record in the NFL.
    Nov 15, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) throws the ball against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at Wrigley Field.
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    UC Investments Says Big Ten Deal Is Off Until Schools Can Agree
    The pension fund does not want to sign a deal without Michigan and USC.
    Feb 5, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; The ESPN logo at the Super Bowl LIX media center at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
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    YouTube TV Gains Full ESPN DTC Access in Far-Reaching Deal
    ESPN’s direct-to-consumer service will be integrated into YouTube TV.
    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 Expansion Deadline Has Flexibility—If Leaders Ask ESPN
    The SEC and Big Ten remain at odds over a 16-team format.
    Jan 28, 2025; Washington, DC, USA; Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, begins a hearing to examine the Panama Canal and its impact on U.S. trade and national security, focusing on fees and foreign influence on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
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    Congress Turns Up Heat on Sports Leagues Over Betting Integrity Issues
    MLB, the NBA, and the NCAA are all in lawmakers’ crosshairs.
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    Oct 3, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) warms up before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena
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    NCAA-CHL Rule Change Has Already Shaken Up Hockey
    Inside how leagues feel a year since the announcement.
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    Virginia Tech Hires Franklin, Penn State Gets $40M Buyout Break
    The former Nittany Lions coach has found his next job.
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    NFL QB Christian Ponder Is Preparing Athletes for Business
    Former NFL quarterback Christian Ponder discusses the transition from field to boardroom.
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    ‘Sailgating’ Washington Football On the Water
    The pregame experience can cost tens of thousands of dollars.
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    On Location is redefining the Olympic experience by creating lasting connections beyond the Games.

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    WPBL To Play Entire 1st Season in Springfield, Illinois
    The league will debut in August and expects to raise $3 million.
    Nov 13, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (17) makes a three point basket over Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic (30) during the first quarter at Delta Center.
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    Kalshi Adds NBA Prop Markets As Betting Crackdowns Surge
    A Kalshi spokesperson says it has “robust” protections in place.
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    Track CEO Charged With Rape Passed USATF-Ordered Background Check
    The track world didn’t know about the charges for nearly a year.
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    Brees Gets Fox Green Light to Call Netflix Christmas Game
    Despite banning its talent from working for competitors, Fox is making an exception.
    Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) is interviewed by sideline reporter Laura Rutledge in the third quarter of the NFL Preseason Week 2 game between the Washington Commanders and the Cincinnati Bengals at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md., on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025. The Bengals won the game, 31-17.
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    November 12, 2025

    ESPN Orders On-Air Talent to End Solitaire App Promo: Sources
    Mina Kimes was the first to publicly distance herself from the promo.
    Tiger Woods htis a bunker shot on the 3rd green during a practice round in the PGA Championship at the Valhalla Golf Course in Louisville, Ky. on May. 14, 2024.
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    November 11, 2025

    White House Adviser: Tiger Woods Is Part of D.C. Public Golf Project
    The National Links Trust is renovating three city courses.
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    November 11, 2025

    Why Do So Few Teams Want to Host the WNBA All-Star Game?
    Only one team bid for next year’s game despite the league’s success.
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    November 7, 2025

    Track Timing CEO Worked Meets Months After Child Rape Charges
    His case flew under the radar in track for nearly a year.

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    Jul 26, 2024; Paris, FRANCE; Shaun White poses for a photo in front of the Eiffel Tower before the Opening Ceremony for the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games.
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    The Firm Whose Investors Include Jets, Pacers Ownership Groups
    359 Capital is lifting the veil so consumers can see its investors.
    Nov 5, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) during the first quarter against the Miami Heat at Ball Arena.
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    Excel Sports Valued at Nearly $1B in Sale to Goldman Sachs
    The talent agency represents Caitlin Clark, Derek Jeter, and more.
    Oct 12, 2025; Tottenham, United Kingdom; The Golden Cockerel at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium during an NFL International Series game.
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    Tottenham Insists It’s Not for Sale As Buyers Circle
    “Everyone knows damn well they’re for sale,” one source tells FOS.
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    Government Shutdown May Have Delayed Polymarket’s U.S. Return
    The company faces a crowded and competitive environment when it finally returns.

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    WPBL To Play Entire 1st Season in Springfield, Illinois
    The league will debut in August and expects to raise $3 million.
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    NWSL Attendance Is Down—Except for Its Best Teams
    Attendance is up in Washington and New Jersey.
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    Sophie Cunningham Isn’t Sure the WNBA Will Exist Next Year
    The WNBA guard spoke with FOS about the CBA, Project B, and more.
    Nov 12, 2025; Belleair, Florida, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) plays in the Annika Pro-Am golf tournament at Pelican Golf Club.
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    Caitlin Clark Effect Hits the LPGA Tour—Again
    The WNBA star drew large crowds at a pro-am Wednesday.

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    Track CEO Charged With Rape Passed USATF-Ordered Background Check
    The track world didn’t know about the charges for nearly a year.
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    The Business of College Basketball’s Iconic Courts
    Signature floors are a creative—and increasingly expensive—corner of college sports.
    Aug 6, 2025; Sandy, UT, USA; Queretaro defender Edson Partida (22) watches the ball during the second half of the game against Real Salt Lake at America First Field
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    Mexican Soccer Is the Next Frontier for American Investors
    Liga MX is an appealing proposition with big potential upside.
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    Is College Basketball About to Raid the G League?
    Two G Leaguers have gone back to college. More could follow.

    Media
    Nov 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) rushes the ball against the Detroit Lions during the second half at Lincoln Financial Field.
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    NFL Refs Are Ruining the TV Experience
    The Eagles–Lions game was just the latest example of bad calls.
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    November 18, 2025

    How ESPN Radio’s Michelle Smallmon Bet on Herself and Won
    After the pandemic, she felt “something was missing.”
    Feb 5, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; The ESPN logo at the Super Bowl LIX media center at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
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    YouTube TV Gains Full ESPN DTC Access in Far-Reaching Deal
    ESPN’s direct-to-consumer service will be integrated into YouTube TV.
    November 17, 2025

    Sinclair-Scripps Deal Would Forge Another Sports Giant on Free TV
    Sinclair looks to join in the growing wave of industry consolidation.
    November 14, 2025

    Disney and YouTube TV Make a Deal
    ESPN returns to the service in time for college football on Saturday.
    Nov 8, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Louisiana State Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (18) under pressure from Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Deontae Lawson (0) and defensive lineman Keon Keeley (31) during the second quarter of the game at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
    November 14, 2025

    College Football Viewership Increases Taper Off
    A torrid viewership start to the season has slowed down in recent weeks.
    The NBC Sports broadcast team works Michigan State's football game against Boston College on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
    November 14, 2025

    NBC Sports, Versant Bring Back Old Media Brands
    NBC Sports Network and USA Sports are back in new forms.
    May 11, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; ESPN commentator Paul Finebaum is crowned before the match at Bank of America Stadium.
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    11 Potential Successors to Paul Finebaum at ESPN
    These college football talkers could rise if Finebaum leaves ESPN for politics.

    Law
    Nov 5, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson (3) shoots ahead of Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia (12) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena.
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    Where Things Stand With the NBA’s Gambling Investigation
    The law firm the league enlisted to investigate has begun its probe.
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    Track CEO Charged With Rape Passed USATF-Ordered Background Check
    The track world didn’t know about the charges for nearly a year.
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    Trump Pardons Ex–Tottenham Hotspur Owner Joe Lewis
    The 88-year-old billionaire was convicted on insider trading charges last year.
    Jul 18, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase (48) throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the Athletics at Progressive Field.
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    Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz Indicted on Illegal Gambling Charges
    The two Guardians pitchers each potentially face 65 years in prison.

    Deals
    Louisville’s Miller Moss and several of his teammates stopped by Olympus Gaming Lounge to play EA Sports College Football 26 with fans for a meet and greet. July 11, 2025
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    Saudis, Silver Lake, and Jared Kushner Take EA Private in $55B Deal
    Electronic Arts makes “Madden,” “EA Sports College Football,” and more.
    July 6, 2025

    American Celebs Flooding Into European Soccer
    As U.S. team prices climb, investors set their sights abroad.
    Apr 26, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) before game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.
    June 25, 2025

    Rockets Get $20 Million in Wiggle Room From New VanVleet Deal
    VanVleet first signed with the Rockets in 2023.
    June 24, 2025

    Timberwolves’ 4-Year Ownership Saga Ends As A-Rod, Lore Take Over
    The unanimous approval brought a clean end to a long-disputed transaction.

    Teams
    Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton talks with quarterback Bo Nix (10) during the second half at Empower Field at Mile High.
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    Broncos 9–2 Surge Coincides With Ownership’s Big Off-Field Goals
    Denver is tied for the best record in the NFL.
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    November 17, 2025

    Clippers Aging All-Star Experiment Is Off to a Rough Start
    Los Angeles is 4–9 and 12th in the Western Conference.
    Nov 13, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) makes a pass during the first half against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium.
    November 14, 2025

    Maye, Vrabel Lead Patriots Resurgence With Eighth Straight Win
    Drake Maye is far outperforming his contract to lead the NFL’s best team.
    November 13, 2025

    Padres Up for Sale As Seidler Family Retains Bank to Explore Options
    The club retains the same bank that aided the Celtics and White Sox sales.
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    November 12, 2025

    What Does Nico Harrison’s Firing Mean for Mark Cuban?
    Cuban was out of the loop when Dončić got traded in February.
    November 12, 2025

    Mavs Owner Patrick Dumont Vows to Fix the Mess He Helped Create
    Dumont sent an open letter to fans after Nico Harrison was fired.
    Nov 10, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) celebrates with Dallas Mavericks guard Max Christie (00) during the first quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at American Airlines Center.
    November 12, 2025

    Nico Harrison’s Exit Doesn’t Clean Up Mavericks Mess
    The Mavericks are at a crossroads with their current roster.
    November 12, 2025

    Pirates GM Rebuffs Paul Skenes Trade Talk As Frustrations Mount
    Pirates GM Ben Cherington again dismisses consideration of trading the ace.

    Leagues
    Oct 3, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) warms up before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena
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    NCAA-CHL Rule Change Has Already Shaken Up Hockey
    Inside how leagues feel a year since the announcement.
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    WPBL To Play Entire 1st Season in Springfield, Illinois
    The league will debut in August and expects to raise $3 million.
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    Goodell: NFL Close to Adding a ‘Couple More’ International Games
    The league debuted in Spain on Sunday to finish this season’s slate.
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    Sinner Beats Alcaraz in Season Finale for $5.1M Prize
    Alcaraz still moved ahead of Alexander Zverev in career earnings.
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    NWSL Attendance Is Down—Except for Its Best Teams
    Attendance is up in Washington and New Jersey.
    November 14, 2025

    NFL Files Grievance To Block Union Report Cards
    The NFLPA report cards were first released in 2023. 
    Sep 18, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; General view of the MLS logo on the side of a match ball in the match between Nashville SC and Chicago Fire at Geodis Park.
    November 13, 2025

    MLS Votes to Align With Global Soccer Calendar Beginning in 2027
    The dramatic changeover of the league’s calendar will happen in 2027.

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