Shanahan hopeful but admits Aiyuk case 'unusual'

Niners coach Kyle Shanahan alternated between offering insight and declining to provide specifics on wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk's status with the team, a situation that he characterized as "extremely unusual."[read more]

CP3 will retire at end of the season, sources say

Chris Paul will retire at the end of the season, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania. The 40-year-old future Hall of Famer is in his 21st NBA season.[read more]

🏈 CFB recruiting intel: Franklin's moves, more

Less than two weeks until the early signing period, it's the last push for some classes.[read more]

Top 5 QBs in the two-minute drill, and a couple may surprise you

These quarterbacks have been at their best in high-pressure moments this season.[read more]

Inside the art of blocking a kick in the NFL: 'They're game changers'

The league has seen an uptick in blocked kicks, and ESPN's NFL Nation shares how players have done it.[read more]

The Playbook: Lineup locks, Shadow Reports for Week 12

An all-encompassing look at matchups to exploit or avoid and lineup locks in fantasy, as well as projected scores.[read more]

🏀 2026 mock draft: Projections for all 60 picks

Early injuries scattering the No. 1 pick race? Only two guards in the top 10? Let's project all 30 picks for the 2026 first round.[read more]

Flagg outduels HS teammate Queen in career night

Cooper Flagg got a measure of revenge against former high school teammate Derik Queen, scoring 12 of his career-high 29 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Mavericks to a 118-115 win over the Pelicans.[read more]

OKC rallies, rides 33-4 run to 32-point win vs. Jazz

The Thunder finished the third quarter on a 33-4 run, including 22 points in a row, to defeat the Jazz 144-112 in NBA Cup play and push their winning streak to eight.[read more]

Should the Tigers trade Tarik Skubal? We asked around MLB

Will the best pitcher in baseball be on the move this offseason? Those in the game offer their advice.[read more]

Pete Alonso's three most aggressive suitors so far -- and a few other fits for the free agent first baseman

For a second straight winter, the Mets' franchise home run king is seeking a long-term deal. Where might he land?[read more]

↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves

We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.[read more]

👀 Marchand, Stamkos, other shock performers

After one month of the season, these 15 players have been better (or worse) than projected. Will it continue?[read more]

Kings' Doughty to IR after taking shot off foot

Kings defenseman Drew Doughty went on injured reserve after being hit by a shot on his left foot.[read more]

Isles' Schaefer earns Team Canada consideration

Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer, who is just 18 years old, has earned Canadian Olympic team consideration with his stellar play this season.[read more]