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JMU, Tulane Are CFP Underdogs, Big Winners in Merch Sales

The playoff underdogs are getting plenty of fan support.
Dec 16, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) congratulates defenseman Erik Karlsson (65) on his goal against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period at PPG Paints Arena.

Penguins Sale Would End a Disappointing 4-Year Run Under FSG

An ownership era with high hopes has been marked with underachievement.

NWSL Players Propose Raising Salary Cap by $1M to Keep Stars

The NWSL proposed an MLS-like model allowing certain players bigger salaries.
Dec 7, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (12) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.

Puka Nacua ‘Deeply’ Apologizes for ‘Covetous Jew’ Dance

The Rams star appeared on a livestream with Adin Ross and N3on earlier this week.
Dec 13, 2025; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Kansas State Wildcats guard PJ Haggerty (4) drives around Creighton Bluejays guard Josh Dix (4) during the first half at CHI Health Center Omaha.

Kalshi Under Fire for Potential Transfer Portal Event Contracts

Polymarket has already had at least one live transfer portal market.
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Netflix Paying Barstool 8 Figures Per Year Amid Podcast Push

The biggest paid streamer is getting serious about podcasts.
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Brian Hoyer: Patriots Lessons, NIL Chaos & His Post-NFL Career

The former Patriots QB talks to FOS about college football’s radical transformation.

How Pickleball Became One Massive Private Equity Rollup

Pickleball roads lead back to billionaire Tom Dundon.

20 Years of Coastal Cool: How Johnnie-O Became a Force in Golf, Lifestyle, and Licensed Sports

A style movement powering one of the fastest-growing brands in sports and lifestyle.

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Kalshi Shrugs Off Affiliates Spreading Fake Sports News

Kalshi says affiliate badges are more like “hats with your logo.”

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NWSL Players Propose Raising Salary Cap by $1M to Keep Stars

The NWSL proposed an MLS-like model allowing certain players bigger salaries.

First Amazon NBA Cup Final Gets 3M Viewers, Up 3% From 2024

The championship game may get moved out of Las Vegas next year.
December 18, 2025

‘TNF’ Clash of Super Bowl Favorites Could Be ‘Big One’ for Amazon

The streamer will show its first NFL game with two 11-win teams.
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December 18, 2025

Netflix Paying Barstool 8 Figures Per Year Amid Podcast Push

The biggest paid streamer is getting serious about podcasts.
December 18, 2025

Golf’s ‘Silly Season’ Shows Growing Appetite for Made-for-TV Events

Several nontraditional golf events took place this fall.
December 18, 2025

Kalshi Shrugs Off Affiliates Spreading Fake Sports News

Kalshi says affiliate badges are more like “hats with your logo.”
December 18, 2025

Why Patriots Dynasty Players Are Flooding Sports TV

Former Patriots players are scooping up NFL broadcast roles.
May 22, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; NBA commissioner is Adam Silver presents Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (not pictured) with the Michael Jordan Trophy for winning the most valuable player award for the 2024-25 season before game two of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center.
December 17, 2025

Adam Silver Praises Amazon NBA Coverage, With Subtle Jab at Others 

Silver praised Amazon’s coverage while taking veiled shots at league broadcast partners
December 17, 2025

Three Barstool Podcasts Moving Exclusively to Netflix

Video versions of three Barstool podcasts will be on Netflix in 2026.

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JMU, Tulane Are CFP Underdogs, Big Winners in Merch Sales

The playoff underdogs are getting plenty of fan support.
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DOJ Raises Alarm About Terry Rozier Paying Friend’s Legal Fees

Prosecutors say Rozier has been paying for De’Niro Laster’s lawyer.
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Grand Slam Track’s Top Creditors Include Star Athletes

The league owes Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone more than $350,000.
Sep 27, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher Kody Funderburk (55) and catch

Twins’ New Investments Value Club at $1.75 Billion

The Twins have also announced a succession plan.
November 27, 2025

Patrick Mahomes Deepens His Adidas Ties, Debuts Golf Gear Line

Mahomes extends Adidas deal and launches his own branded golf apparel line.
TopGolf representatives celebrate their ribbon-cutting ceremony with Bay County residents in Panama City Beach, Fla., June 26, 2025. (
November 18, 2025

Callaway Offloads Topgolf in $1.1 Billion Sale to PE Firm

The deal unwinds Topgolf’s 2020 merger with Callaway.
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
September 29, 2025

Saudis, Silver Lake, and Jared Kushner Take EA Private in $55B Deal

Electronic Arts makes “Madden,” “EA Sports College Football,” and more.
Dec 16, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) congratulates defenseman Erik Karlsson (65) on his goal against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period at PPG Paints Arena.

Penguins Sale Would End a Disappointing 4-Year Run Under FSG

An ownership era with high hopes has been marked with underachievement.
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December 17, 2025

Knicks Won’t Hang NBA Cup Banner After All

The Lakers and Bucks both raised banners after winning the tournament.
Former Alabama head coach Nick Saban discusses the Texas Tech football game vs. BYU on College GameDay, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at Jones AT&T Stadium.
December 16, 2025

Nick Saban Joins Nashville Predators Ownership Group

It’s Saban’s first sports ownership stake.
Sep 18, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets relief pitcher Edwin Diaz (39) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the ninth inning at Citi Field.
December 16, 2025

Dodgers Buying and Winning Now, but Still Owe $1B to 9 Players

The contract for reliever Edwin Díaz extends an aggressive, pay-later strategy.
December 16, 2025

Pegula’s Sabres Hit Reset (Again) While His Bills Keep Winning

The long-suffering NHL team retools its hockey operations.
Jul 26, 2012; Glasgow, United Kingdom; Young fans wave Scottish flags during the group D men's preliminary match between Spain and Japan one day before the London 2012 Olympic Games at Hampden Park.
December 15, 2025

Scotland Warns Its Fans of ‘Eye-Watering’ World Cup Ticket Prices

Scotland’s warning to its fans dampens the country’s “World Cup fever.”
December 15, 2025

Jaguars’ Offseason Gambles Paying Off With Best Season Since 2007

A new coach and front office changes have Jacksonville atop the AFC South.
Apr 19, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Fans admire the statute of Dale Hawerchuk before the first period in game one of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre.
December 11, 2025

Jets Seek to Reclaim Their Past As NHL Weighs Records Shuffle

The current Winnipeg team is seeking the records of its predecessor franchise.

NWSL Players Propose Raising Salary Cap by $1M to Keep Stars

The NWSL proposed an MLS-like model allowing certain players bigger salaries.

NBA Will Finally Decide on Expansion Next Year

Three team sales earlier this year halted years of expansion talks.

Adam Silver Says He Could Join WNBA CBA Negotiations

The commissioner says he’s “optimistic” the sides will reach a deal.

MLB Succession Picture Shifts With Manfred Confidant’s Departure

A key executive in the commissioner’s office will leave at year’s end.
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NBA Defends Schedule Amid Injury-Riddled Start to Season

Adam Silver spoke ahead of the NBA Cup final in Las Vegas.
December 17, 2025

World Cup Prize Pool Hits $727M, but Angry Fans Paying a Steeper Price

An unprecedented outlay to teams sparks more outrage from fan groups.
Dec 13, 2022; Lusail, Qatar; Argentina fans pose for a photograph before the semifinal match against Croatia during the 2022 World Cup at Lusail Stadium.
December 16, 2025

FIFA Responds to World Cup Ticket Backlash With New $60 Tier

A limited number of $60 tickets will be made available for every match.

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