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What to know about new Commanders head coach Dan Quinn
[ad_1] John Keim, ESPN Staff WriterFeb 1, 2024, 12:16 PM ET Close John Keim covers the Washington Commanders for ESPN. He joined ESPN in 2013 after a stint with the Washington Post. He started covering the team in 1994 for the Journal Newspapers and later for the Washington Examiner. He has authored/co-authored four books. You
Tyson Fury cut in training; Feb. 17 bout vs. Oleksandr Usyk ppd.
[ad_1] Mike Coppinger, ESPNFeb 2, 2024, 01:02 PM ET Tyson Fury suffered a cut over his right eye in sparring Friday that required stitches and his undisputed heavyweight championship fight vs. Oleksandr Usyk on Feb. 17 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has been postponed, said Fury’s promoter, Queensberry. “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this
Sportsbooks enchant with Taylor Swift-linked Super Bowl props
[ad_1] The NFL’s season-long frenzy surrounding Taylor Swift is headed to the Super Bowl in Las Vegas. As the fervor around Travis Kelce‘s superstar girlfriend hits the betting capital of the United States, sportsbooks around the country are trying to find ways to capitalize, even if only in a secondary way. No major U.S. sportsbooks
Spurs guard Tre Jones on what it’s like to play with Zion Williamson and Victor Wembanyama
[ad_1] Andrew Lopez, ESPNFeb 2, 2024, 08:00 AM ET SAN ANTONIO — When Victor Wembanyama and Zion Williamson square off on Friday night, there will be a common thread linking them beyond their status as former No. 1 overall picks with unbelievable highlight reels. That link is Tre Jones. The San Antonio Spurs‘ starting point
Welcome to the $7 club: How The Rock changed a UFC fighter’s life
[ad_1] Marc Raimondi, ESPN Staff WriterFeb 2, 2024, 08:31 AM ET Themba Gorimbo sat on a stool in the middle of a cage at MMA Masters gym in Miami. He wore a red shirt with the word “Zimbabwe” on it, a shoutout to his home country 8,000 miles from where he sat. A few feet
Joint committee finds NFL injuries similar across surfaces
[ad_1] Kevin Seifert Close Kevin Seifert ESPN Staff Writer Kevin Seifert is a staff writer who covers the Minnesota Vikings and the NFL at ESPN. Kevin has covered the NFL for over 20 years, joining ESPN in 2008. He was previously a beat reporter for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and Washington Times. He is a
Jalen Brunson named All-Star, scores 40 to lift Knicks
[ad_1] Tim Bontemps, ESPNFeb 1, 2024, 11:49 PM ET NEW YORK — Jalen Brunson goes out of his way to never let anyone in on what he’s thinking or feeling. But for even the most stoic of stars, everything that happened Thursday night — from making his first All-Star team to scoring 40 points and
New Mexico State’s Robert Carpenter ejected for punch vs. Liberty
[ad_1] New Mexico State forward Robert Carpenter was ejected from Thursday night’s game against Liberty for punching forward Shiloh Robinson in the face, and Aggies coach Jason Hooten said he anticipates Carpenter will be suspended. Carpenter was issued a flagrant foul 2 and quickly tossed for the punch in the first half of New Mexico
Sources – Raiders expected to hire Kliff Kingsbury as new OC
[ad_1] Paul Gutierrez, ESPN Staff WriterFeb 1, 2024, 08:46 PM ET Close Paul Gutierrez joined NFL Nation in 2013 and serves as its Las Vegas Raiders reporter. He has a multi-platform role – writing on ESPN.com, television appearances on NFL Live and SportsCenter, and podcast and radio appearances. Before coming to ESPN, Gutierrez spent three years at CSN Bay
Grizzlies send Steven Adams to Houston for Victor Oladipo, picks
[ad_1] Adrian Wojnarowski, ESPNFeb 1, 2024, 06:55 PM ET The Houston Rockets have acquired Memphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams in a trade for guard Victor Oladipo and three second-round picks, the teams announced Thursday. As part of the trade, the Grizzlies are getting a 2024 second-round pick via Oklahoma City, a conditional ’24 second-rounder, which
Seahawks GM John Schneider on Mike Macdonald: ‘This is the future’
[ad_1] Brady Henderson, ESPNFeb 1, 2024, 08:05 PM ET Close Brady Henderson is a reporter for NFL Nation at ESPN. Henderson covers the Seattle Seahawks. He joined ESPN in 2017 covering the team for Seattle Sports 710-AM. You can follow him via Twitter @BradyHenderson. RENTON, Wash. — During his search to find Pete Carroll’s replacement
Fardaws Aimaq is always positive, even in a challenging season
[ad_1] Myron Medcalf, ESPN Staff WriterFeb 1, 2024, 09:24 AM ET Close Covers college basketball Joined ESPN.com in 2011 Graduate of Minnesota State University, Mankato NOTHING ABOUT THIS season has been easy for Fardaws “Daws” Aimaq. The leader of a California Golden Bears team that is rebuilding under first-year coach Mark Madsen has endured adversity
WNBA free agency and trade tracker 2024: Deals, news, more
[ad_1] A trio of former WNBA MVPs signed with or were traded to new teams last season in free agency. More might be on the move in 2024. The free agency negotiation period officially began Jan. 21. Contracts can be made official starting Feb. 1. But we already know Nneka Ogwumike will be wearing a
Breaking down the biggest WNBA free agency signings and trades
[ad_1] Michael Voepel Close Michael Voepel ESPN.com Michael Voepel covers the WNBA, women’s college basketball, and other college sports for espnW. Voepel began covering women’s basketball in 1984, and has been with ESPN since 1996. Kevin Pelton Close Kevin Pelton ESPN Senior Writer Co-author, Pro Basketball Prospectus series Formerly a consultant with the Indiana Pacers
2024 NFL Pro Bowl Games live updates Thursday Skills
[ad_1] ESPN reporters Stephen Holder and Michael DiRocco will be providing news, analysis and observations from the 2023-24 NFL Pro Bowl Games. Keep checking backing here through Sunday’s final flag football game. The Skills Showdown is Thursday at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN and ESPN+. This event will feature five skills competitions, including precision passing
Ravens’ Mark Andrews assists with in-flight emergency
[ad_1] Jamison Hensley, ESPN Staff WriterFeb 1, 2024, 04:48 PM ET Close Jamison Hensley is a reporter covering the Baltimore Ravens for ESPN. Jamison joined ESPN in 2011, covering the AFC North before focusing exclusively on the Ravens beginning in 2013. Jamison won the National Sports Media Association Maryland Sportswriter of the Year award in
Suspended NFL player Isaiah Rodgers Sr. says bets were made for others
[ad_1] John Barr, ESPN.comFeb 1, 2024, 02:15 PM ET Close Joined ESPN in June 2003 Winner: 2013 Peabody Award; 2011 Edward R. Murrow Award/Video Investigative Reporting Covers breaking news, investigative pieces and human interest features TAMPA, Fla. — Former Indianapolis Colts cornerback Isaiah Rodgers Sr., in his first interview since being suspended by the NFL
Sixers fined $75k for injury reporting violations on Embiid knee
[ad_1] Tim Bontemps, ESPNFeb 1, 2024, 02:10 PM ET The NBA announced Thursday that it had fined the Philadelphia 76ers $75,000 and New Orleans Pelicans $25,000 for violations of the league’s injury reporting rules. Philadelphia was fined after Joel Embiid went from not being on the injury report to “out with left knee soreness” for
‘Most U.S. soccer fans aren’t smart’ – USWNT captain Horan
[ad_1] United States women’s national team captain Lindsey Horan has said in an interview with The Athletic that the team’s supporters struggle to correctly assess her performances, adding that “American soccer fans, most of them aren’t smart.” Horan has been co-captain of the USWNT, along with veteran forward Alex Morgan, since being appointed by former
Ferrari confirm Lewis Hamilton as driver for 2025 F1 season
[ad_1] Lewis Hamilton will make a sensational move to Ferrari for the 2025 Formula One season, the Italian team announced on Thursday. Hamilton, a seven-time world champion and winner of a record 103 races, will drive for Mercedes this coming season before replacing Carlos Sainz the following year. – Unlapped: How to listen or watch
Man pleads guilty to charges in Alabama baseball betting scandal
[ad_1] David Purdum, ESPN Staff WriterFeb 1, 2024, 11:02 AM ET Close Joined ESPN in 2014 Journalist covering gambling industry since 2008 An Indiana businessman and youth baseball coach has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to an investigation into a betting scheme on a college baseball game last spring, according to documents filed Wednesday
Why Reyna chose Forest, whether he has a future in Dortmund
[ad_1] Once a promising prospect at a club known for developing diamonds of footballers, Giovanni Reyna‘s time with Borussia Dortmund is up — for right now, anyway. The 21-year-old United States international joined Nottingham Forest on loan for the remainder of the season, the Premier League club announced on Wednesday. There’s no option to make
Sources – Commanders hire Cowboys DC Dan Quinn as new coach
[ad_1] The Washington Commanders are hiring Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn as their head coach, league sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Quinn and new Commanders general manager Adam Peters are the two men now charged with leading Washington into the future. Quinn replaces Ron Rivera, who was fired after the season. Quinn served as
2023 NFL MVP: Ranking five finalists, plus stats
[ad_1] Courtney Cronin, ESPN Staff WriterFeb 1, 2024, 07:00 AM ET Close Courtney Cronin joined ESPN in 2017, originally covering the Minnesota Vikings before switching to the Chicago Bears in 2022. Courtney is a frequent panelist on Around the Horn and host of Best Week Ever on ESPN Radio. She also co-hosts The Chicago Bears
NU’s Collins ejected late at Purdue, points to ‘crazy’ FT discrepancy
[ad_1] Jan 31, 2024, 11:40 PM ET Northwestern coach Chris Collins walked into his postgame news conference Wednesday night and offered all the customary words in his opening statement. He knew what was coming next: the question about what led to his ejection with 1.7 seconds left in a 105-96 overtime loss to No. 2
Kansas State falls to unranked Oklahoma, latest No. 2 to tumble
[ad_1] Michael Voepel, ESPN.comJan 31, 2024, 10:34 PM ET Close Michael Voepel covers the WNBA, women’s college basketball, and other college sports for espnW. Voepel began covering women’s basketball in 1984, and has been with ESPN since 1996. The No. 2 ranking in the Associated Press poll continues to be a hot spot in women’s
Damian Lillard returns to Portland, where he still sees a future
[ad_1] Jamal Collier, ESPNJan 31, 2024, 10:16 PM ET PORTLAND, Ore. — As Damian Lillard walked into Portland’s Moda Center on Wednesday evening for the first time as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks, he instinctively headed toward the home locker room. That was the same route he’d taken for 11 years as a member
LIVE Transfer Deadline Day: News gossip and updates
[ad_1] ESPN Feb 1, 2024, 06:30 PM ET Email Print Open Extended Reactions The 2024 winter transfer window will close Feb. 1 across Europe (at 11 p.m. GMT/6 p.m. ET for the Premier League; find out when the rest of the leagues shut here), and there are plenty of moves in the works and gossip
Iowa’s Caitlin Clark takes No. 2 spot on all-time scoring list
[ad_1] Adam Rittenberg, ESPN Senior WriterJan 31, 2024, 08:44 PM ET Close College football reporter. Joined ESPN.com in 2008. Graduate of Northwestern University. EVANSTON, Ill. — Iowa superstar Caitlin Clark added to her growing collection of milestones Wednesday night at Northwestern, moving into second place on the NCAA women’s all-time scoring list during her team’s
Kevin Durant returns to Brooklyn: ‘Pointless’ to ponder what-ifs
[ad_1] Tim Bontemps, ESPNFeb 1, 2024, 01:09 AM ET NEW YORK — Kevin Durant made his return to Barclays Center, his home for the better part of four seasons, on Wednesday night and said he hasn’t thought about how his tenure with the Brooklyn Nets could have played out differently and that he, Kyrie Irving