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FIFA WORLD CUP
FIFA only harming itself with absurd World Cup ticket prices
FIFA's sky-high ticket prices for next summer's World Cup could come at the cost of the soul of the game: the fans who make it such a special event.

Will another injury derail Adams' World Cup prep for the U.S.?
Tyler Adams has been unlucky with injuries, and a recent MCL sprain will rob him of valuable prep time.

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- WNBPA members vote to strike 'when necessary'
- Jet owned by ex-NASCAR driver Biffle crashes
- U.S. gov't admits role in crash that killed skaters
- Joshua under 245-pound limit for clash with Paul
- Sources: Hawks' Young to return Thu. vs. Hornets
- Nacua's brother arrested over theft of Laker's car
- Sources: Mizzou QB Pribula to transfer, skip bowl
- 👑 LeBron vs. Father Time: Like no other player

NAMES TO KNOW
Ranking the top 50 players in the College Football Playoff
Who takes the top spot? Our college football experts rank the top 50 players from the College Football Playoff teams.

150 prospects, 12 schools, 7 rounds: We stacked players in the CFP by NFL draft stock
We picked out every CFP player who could factor into the 2026 NFL draft from Round 1 to Round 7.


ANDSCAPE
College football players are earning millions -- wealth managers are helping them keep it
NIL and revenue sharing have brought billions to young athletes, most of whom are Black

GLOBAL SOCCER SCOREBOARD
NASCAR CUP SERIES
Wood Brothers' return to NASCAR relevance: 'Faster than we've ever been'
Only five of Wood Brothers Racing's 101 Cup Series wins have come after 1993, but the historic team is getting back to the front with Josh Berry.

A LEGENDARY CAREER
Don't doubt Terence Crawford, even in his retirement from boxing
After proving everyone wrong in defeating Canelo Alvarez, Crawford can walk away on his own terms -- for good.


FANTASY FOOTBALL
The Playbook: Shadow Reports, lineup locks for Week 16
An all-encompassing look at the matchups to exploit or avoid and lineup locks in fantasy, as well as projected scores for all NFL games.

Facts vs. Feelings: Bo Nix and six other potential playoff heroes
We don't get to know the script, but the facts portend who has a chance to play hero.


SPORTS BETTING
NBA Futures: Thunder remain championship favorites; Knicks' title odds unchanged
The Oklahoma City Thunder are still big favorites to repeat as champions, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has moved back in front in the MVP race.

Survivor pool strategy: Bills, Texans among top options in Week 16
NFL survivor pool strategy, predictions and picks for ESPN Eliminator Challenge Week 16.


NFL PLAYOFF MACHINE
How will the seeding shake out? Simulate your own scenarios and check the latest playoff picture

Top Headlines
- Nacua apologizes, 'had no idea' gesture offensive
- WNBPA members vote to strike 'when necessary'
- Jet owned by ex-NASCAR driver Biffle crashes
- U.S. gov't admits role in crash that killed skaters
- Joshua under 245-pound limit for clash with Paul
- Sources: Hawks' Young to return Thu. vs. Hornets
- Nacua's brother arrested over theft of Laker's car
- Sources: Mizzou QB Pribula to transfer, skip bowl
- 👑 LeBron vs. Father Time: Like no other player
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ICYMI
7' 9" Olivier Rioux scores first bucket
Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teenager, scores his first bucket for Florida vs. Saint Francis.
NFL Playoff Machine
Mark J. Rebilas/USA TODAY Sports Simulate playoff matchups
Predict playoff pairings by selecting the winners of the remaining regular-season games to generate potential scenarios.
Sounding Off
Mad Dog can't contain his disgust over celebration of Knicks' NBA Cup win
Chris "Mad Dog" Russo sounds off on Stephen A. Smith about the level of celebration over the Knicks' NBA Cup victory.
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Illustration by ESPN Kevin Durant's chase for a third ring comes down to two young stars
Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun spent the offseason 6,000 miles apart as they worked to reach a new level this season.
Steven Bisig-Imagn Images NFL Week 16 playoff picture: Clinching scenarios, standings
In Week 16, nine NFL teams have the chance to clinch a playoff berth. The Broncos can also lock up the AFC's No. 1 seed.
Nell Redmond/AP Photo Inside the ugly Chris Paul-LA Clippers divorce
A future Hall of Famer at the end of his career, looking for one final ride. Here's why the Chris Paul-Clippers reunion was doomed.
AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura 2025-26 MLB free agency, trade grades: Offseason analysis
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
Alex Slitz/Getty Images College football bowls 2025: Storylines to watch for every game
With first-year success stories, chances at redemption and general silliness, bowl season always delivers.
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