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Mets' Francisco Lindor, Javier Baez apologize for 'thumbs-down' controversy

Perhaps Lindor and company will embrace a thumbs-up approach over the final month of what's become a lost season for the Amazins. 

ECHL team hires Jason Payne, only Black head coach in North American pro hockey

Payne, who is a member of the NHL's BIPOC coaches program, maintains hopes he will coach at the big-league level one day.

Dolphins owner Stephen Ross 'really wants' Deshaun Watson?

Ross’s desire for the embattled quarterback could put him in conflict with head coach Brian Flores.

The most memorable fictional college sports programs

In the world of television and film, fictional football collegiate football programs have also become notable in pop culture. Here are some of our favorites.

Week 1 Packers-Saints game at AT&T Stadium a 'very realistic' possibility

New Orleans head coach Sean Payton told reporters Tuesday that the Saints are planning to operate away from the city for at least one month.

Browns' Kevin Stefanski: Baker Mayfield has 'really grown'

The 26-year-old signal-caller could ultimately put pen to paper on a five-year extension worth $206 million total with $143 million guaranteed.

Texans are 'day to day' with Deshaun Watson being on roster

For now, veteran Tyrod Taylor is Houston's starting quarterback heading  into the season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sept. 12.

Steelers’ Chase Claypool, Minkah Fitzpatrick get in fight during practice

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin refused to elaborate on the fight.

Notre Dame LB Marist Liufau likely lost for season after ankle surgery

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish open the 2021 college football season at the Florida State Seminoles on Sunday but already experienced a costly loss.

Sharks forward Evander Kane claims wife assaulted him, obtains restraining order

San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane was granted a temporary restraining order against his estranged wife after claiming she punched him in the face.

Urban Meyer discusses risk of starting Trevor Lawrence as rookie

Like with any other rookie, Lawrence’s performance this season will  depend upon how quickly he can bounce back from his mistakes.

Dave Roberts explains using Justin Turner as pitcher in 5-0 game

The Dodgers have been leaning heavily on their bullpen in recent days thanks to the use of openers. That’s the risk, and Roberts didn’t want to burn out his bullpen in what he saw as a losing effort.

Colts place QB Carson Wentz, two others on reserve/COVID-19 list

The Indianapolis Colts have placed quarterback Carson Wentz on the reserve/COVID-19 list, the team announced Monday.

ESPN issues statement addressing Bishop Sycamore controversy

The whole ordeal was embarrassing for ESPN, whether it was its marketing partner’s fault or not.

Report: Oklahoma-Tulane game to be relocated due to Hurricane Ida

ESPN's Adam Rittenberg wrote that Tulane «has contingency plans» to play Saturday's matchup currently scheduled to begin at noon ET in Oklahoma.

Pirates fire hitting coach Rick Eckstein

The older brother of former big league infielder David Eckstein, Rick Eckstein has been with the Pirates since being hired on Nov. 26, 2018.

NBA execs believe 76ers will trade Ben Simmons in 2021-22 season

When Ben Simmons walked off the court after his brutal Game 7 performance, many wondered if it would be the last time he ever suited up for the Philadelphia 76ers again.

Joe Burrow, Zac Taylor not concerned with Ja'Marr Chase's preseason struggles

Cincinnati Bengals rookie wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase had an awful preseason, and some fans are already calling the fifth overall pick a bust despite not yet playing a single regular-season game.

Former Bengals All-Pro Adam 'Pacman' Jones: I belong in the Hall of Fame

Jones is eligible for the Hall in 2024. He spent eight seasons with the Bengals, earning a Pro Bowl and All-Pro selection, and also played for the Titans, Cowboys and Denver Broncos.

Bill Belichick not ready to name starting QB after Patriots' preseason finale

Although Jones likely won't be thrown into the fire in Week 1, Belichick could name him the team's starting quarterback at any point during the season if Newton struggles as he did in 2020. 

Lions release veteran WR Breshad Perriman

Perriman signed a one-year, $3 million deal with the Lions in March and was expected to fill out a receiving group that also includes Javon McKinley, Tyrell Williams and Geronimo Allison. 

Javier Baez calls out Mets fans with thumbs down celebration

The Mets have been struggling immensely, posting an 8-19 record so far in August and falling well out of first place.

Joe Burrow gets standing ovation from Bengals fans in return to field

When Cincinnati opens the regular season against the Minnesota Vikings  on its home turf next month, Burrow will surely get a much larger standing ovation from the crowd.

All-Pro safety Harrison Smith signs four-year, $64 million extension with Vikings

Smith led the Vikings in both interceptions (five) and pass deflections (10) last season to go along with 89 total tackles.

Three-time All-Star outfielder George Springer 'hopeful' for return to Blue Jays' lineup Monday

Springer is considered day-to-day with a Grade 1 left knee sprain. He was injured when he ran into the outfield wall while chasing a ball in Seattle on Aug. 14 and hasn't played since.

NFL players reportedly hit 93% vaccination rate

The league has been trying to encourage players to get vaccinated and it sounds like its efforts are being rewarded. 

Lionel Messi to make Paris Saint-Germain debut Sunday against Reims

Messi joined PSG earlier this month after his new contract with Barcelona fell through. He agreed to a two-year deal with The Parisians. 

Ravens fear J.K. Dobbins suffered season-ending knee injury

The Baltimore Ravens reportedly fear that J.K. Dobbins suffered a season-ending knee injury in Saturday's 37-3 win over the Washington Football Team.

James McCann uncertain when he'll return to Mets' lineup

The Mets signed McCann to a four-year, $40 million deal in the offseason, and his first year in Queens has been disappointing. In 99  games, he's hitting .240 with nine home runs and 35 RBI.

QB Sam Ehlinger suffers sprained knee, out five to six weeks for Colts

Ehlinger suffered the injury in the first half of the Colts' preseason finale against the Detroit Lions on Friday.

Colts QB Sam Ehlinger could miss up to six weeks with ACL sprain

Ehlinger and Jacob Eason were vying for Indianapolis’ backup job; Eason appears set to win that by default.

Grizzlies agree to buyout with four-time All-Star Rajon Rondo

Rondo will clear waivers on Monday and will likely be signed into one of the Lakers’ final roster spots.

LAPD releases footage of officer placing knee onto neck of NBA's Jaxson Hayes

Body camera footage released by the Los Angeles Police Department Friday showed an officer placing his knee onto the neck of Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes

Bills WR Isaiah McKenzie gets COVID-19 vaccine after receiving NFL mask fine

McKenzie was fined $14,650 on Thursday for repeatedly not wearing a mask at the Bills facility. 

Multiple NFL executives expect Deshaun Watson trade in 'coming days'

According to Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio, multiple team executives not involved in the negotiations say there is «mounting chatter» about Houston trading its franchise quarterback in the «coming days.»

Kevin Love has no interest in negotiating buyout with Cavaliers

A buyout would likely be preferable for the Cavs, as it would allow them to save a bit on the two years and $60 million remaining on Love’s contract.

Steelers' Mike Tomlin: Dwayne Haskins' last performance before cuts wasn't what we wanted

Teams must trim their rosters to 53 players by Tuesday afternoon, and Haskins could very well be searching for a new home next week.

Jaguars trade Gardner Minshew to Eagles for conditional sixth-round pick

In two seasons with the Jags, Minshew went 7-13, completing 62.9% of his passes for 5,530 yards and 37 touchdowns against 11 interceptions. 

Novak Djokovic says finishing calendar-year Grand Slam would be career highlight

Djokovic already won this year's Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon tournaments.
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