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by Jeff Benson
Portal-Depleted Marshall Bows Out of Independence Bowl
Louisiana Tech (5–7) will take Marshall’s place.
Biden Commutes Miami Booster’s Ponzi Scheme Sentence
Nevin Shapiro gave Miami athletics millions of dollars in the early 2000s.
The Top-Secret Operation to Create the Army-Navy Football Uniforms
The two-year process includes dozens of employees, NDAs, and military historians.
ESPN Talent Turns Its Fire on Aaron Rodgers
The network’s NFL talent ripped the QB as ‘hypocritical’ this week.
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by Ben Dowsett
‘Obvious Weak Point’: Refs Remain an NBA Gambling Concern
A season after Jontay Porter, the biggest risk may not be players.
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December 7, 2024
College Football’s Billionaire Backer Era Begins
Is this the new normal in CFB recruiting?
December 6, 2024
With or Without Messi, Major League Soccer Is Barreling Into the Future
After the Cup final, the league looks to accelerate its growth.
December 2, 2024
FIFA Wants More Matches. Resistance Is Growing Inside the Global Soccer World
Resentment and frustration over expanded schedules is nearing a breaking point.
How the CFP’s On-Campus Guinea Pigs Are Handling Historic December Home Games
The biggest games in school history will be when students are home for break.
December 12, 2024
Belichick Makes UNC Intentions Clear: ‘I Didn’t Come Here to Leave’
North Carolina formally introduced Bill Belichick on Thursday.
December 12, 2024
Belichick’s UNC Deal Contains Clause That Keeps NFL Speculation Alive
The six-time Super Bowl–winning coach will have a $10 million annual salary.
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How UBS Crafts Impactful Partnerships Across Sports, Arts, and Culture
As UBS continues to expand its impressive array of sports and entertainment partnerships, the company solidifies its position as a leader in wealth management.
December 12, 2024
Army-Navy Is Always Big. This Year’s Game Holds Special Significance
This year’s edition of America’s Game carries extra luster for several reasons.
December 12, 2024
Florida State, Still Suing ACC, Claims It Never Wanted to Leave
In court documents last December, the Seminoles said they planned to withdraw.
December 11, 2024
Bill Belichick to Take College Plunge at North Carolina
UNC made the official announcement late Wednesday.
December 11, 2024
Mountain West Adds UC Davis, Wants Northern Illinois
The Aggies’ football team will stay in the FCS.