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'The Puppet Master’: What to know about Jimmy Sexton — Lane Kiffin’s superagent and college football power broker

For decades, superagent Jimmy Sexton has been one of the most powerful figures in college football. This year’s coaching carousel has once again reminded fans just how far his influence reaches.

Mystery Lane Kiffin pursuer revealed in ESPN article

Ole Miss players push back at Lane Kiffin's claim they wanted him to stay

Biggest losers from 2026 college football recruiting early signing day: Penn State's freefall continues

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

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Bucks avoid worst-case scenario with Giannis Antetokounmpo injury update

Milwaukee can breath a sigh of relief.

Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury complicates Bucks' murky situation

Two intriguing non-Knicks destinations if Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo

The 25 greatest trios in NBA history

The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL season receptions leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL players with the most receptions in a season can you name in five minutes?

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / December 4

George Pickens' red flags have reportedly followed him to Cowboys

George Pickens' red flags have reportedly followed him from Steelers to Cowboys

Before wide receiver George Pickens became a revelation with the Dallas Cowboys this season, he reportedly caused numerous headaches while playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

George Pickens explains why he cannot be stopped this season

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The 'NFL receiving yard leaders since 2022' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 4

How SEC could rule first round of the CFP

The SEC is coming. With the College Football Playoff first-round only two weeks away — the first game is Friday, Dec. 19 — the field is close to being set, and the SEC might just be two results away from ruling the opening weekend of the 12-team playoff.

Georgia lands elite in-state IOL Tyreek Jemison over Kentucky and Ole Miss

Biggest winners from 2026 CFB recruiting early signing day

10 college football hiring superlatives: Worst and sneaky-best hires, fireworks at LSU

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

The 'College QBs who transferred schools' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA scoring champions since 1976-77' quiz

How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 4

Biggest winners from 2026 CFB recruiting early signing day

College football national signing day used to be a national holiday for die-hard fans. It was one day in February, and it was awesome. It's not the same now, but there were still some massive recruiting wins.

Vanderbilt football lands first five-star recruit in program history

Penn State's signing day haul down to two players after decommitments

James Franklin, Virginia Tech lose four-star QB commit Cole Bergeron after official visit

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

Baltimore Ravens News / Yardbarker / December 4

Mark Andrews' new deal may confuse Ravens fans

Mark Andrews contract extension may leave Ravens fans scratching their heads

What a turnaround for Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews.

Darius Slay quickly finds new home after getting cut by Steelers

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan shares 'hopeful' Brandon Aiyuk update

Mike Vrabel on Jaxson Dart hit: 'Sometimes the best answer is violence'

QB Justin Herbert discusses injury recovery timeline heading into Week 14

Browns make big Deshaun Watson move amid Shedeur Sanders situation

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 4

Biggest losers from early signing day: PSU's freefall continues

Biggest losers from 2026 college football recruiting early signing day: Penn State's freefall continues

Penn State has been in a freefall ever since firing James Franklin. What other programs fell flat on early signing day?

Biggest winners from 2026 CFB recruiting early signing day

Penn State football had the most humiliating Signing Day

Another big-name head-coaching candidate rejects Penn State

Georgia lands elite in-state IOL recruit over Kentucky and Ole Miss

10 CFB hiring superlatives: Sneaky-best and worst hires, fireworks at LSU

Milwaukee Bucks News / Yardbarker / December 4

Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury complicates Bucks' murky situation

The Giannis Antetokounmpo situation may have just grown more complicated.

Bucks HC Doc Rivers speaks out after Giannis goes down with injury

Bucks' Antetokounmpo inches even closer to trade request

'I can't make that more clear': Rivers clearly aggravated by Giannis rumors

Devin Booker to miss time with groin strain, but it's a 'best case' for Suns

Bulls first-round pick Noa Essengue's season ends with six minutes played

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / December 4

Browns make massive Watson move with Sanders atop depth chart

Browns make massive Deshaun Watson move with Shedeur Sanders atop the depth chart

Watson hasn't played since he suffered a torn Achilles tendon in October 2024, and he required a second surgery on Jan. 9 of this year after he reinjured the Achilles during his recovery.

Are Browns reportedly planning to start Shedeur Sanders through rest of 2025 season?

Is Kevin Stefanski worried about Shedeur Sanders, Jerry Jeudy sideline exchange?

How NFL reportedly views Browns' Kevin Stefanski amid job-security whispers

The most crushing defeats in NFL playoff history

The 'NFL quarterback all-time wins leaders' quiz

Entertainment

The 26 actors who have the most Oscar nominations without a win

The 20 worst lead characters from popular TV shows

18 notable bands who are still touring without any original members

20 TV shows that had obvious continuity errors

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 4

Brian Hartline's exit may impact Ohio State's WRU standing

WRU no more?: How Brian Hartline's departure impacts Ohio State's ability to produce elite pass-catchers

The Ohio State Buckeyes are losing a coach who has helped make the program a wide receiver factory for NFL teams.

Michigan fires one of its coaches

Matt Rhule talking like Dylan Raiola has a future at Nebraska

Miami's Mario Cristobal responds to jab from Steve Sarkisian

Dabo Swinney makes a change Clemson fans have begged for

NFL Draft intel: Fernando Mendoza leads five must-track prospects

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / December 4

Six-time Pro Bowl CB Darius Slay quickly finds new home after getting cut by Steelers

At the very least, Slay will provide the team with an ultra-experienced depth option.

Ben Roethlisberger gives Steelers harsh advice regarding future of Mike Tomlin

The most lopsided blowouts in NFL history

The 'Highest scoring fantasy football players of 2017' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 4

Why Blue Jays should be willing to open checkbook for Kyle Tucker

The Toronto Blue Jays could use more championship pedigree after losing in Game 7 of the 2025 Fall Classic, so why not add a player who has won a World Series already?

Could Kyle Tucker's Blue Jays actions lead to blockbuster signing?

Blue Jays sign reigning Korean League MVP to $30 million contract

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / December 3

Clippers make shocking decision on Chris Paul

The Los Angeles Clippers' rocky season just keeps getting messier.

CP3 might not sign with new team

Paul and Clippers coach Ty Lue were not on speaking terms

Three possible landing spots for Paul after Clippers exit

Clippers' obvious lack of leadership starts with Kawhi Leonard

Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns addresses failed contract extension talks

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The '100-scrimmage-yard games since 2023' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games in a season' quiz

The 'Last pair of 100-yard rushers by team' quiz

The '1,500-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / December 3

Roethlisberger gives Steelers harsh advice regarding future of Tomlin

Ben Roethlisberger gives Steelers harsh advice regarding future of Mike Tomlin

Roethlisberger played under Tomlin from the time Tomlin accepted the HC job in 2007 up until the future Hall of Fame quarterback retired after the 2021 season.

Roethlisberger reveals Aaron Rodgers' stance on Arthur Smith

Best fits for Tomlin if he leaves Steelers

Eagles OC Kevin Patullo reacts to house being vandalized after loss to Bears

Three reasons why the Browns should retain Kevin Stefanski, Andrew Berry

Jerry Jeudy has one regret about sideline exchange with Shedeur Sanders

How potential candidates could impact Dolphins' Mike McDaniel decision

Miguel Rojas News / Yardbarker / December 4

Dodgers bring back World Series hero on a one-year deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off their second straight World Series championship and are beginning the trek to a three-peat.

Rays hope former All-Star Cedric Mullins bounces back in 2026

Pete Alonso's two most likely landing spots have been revealed

Could Kyle Tucker's Blue Jays actions lead to blockbuster signing?

Why Blue Jays should be willing to open checkbook for Tucker

Five MLB teams that are one move away from contending

Five GMs on the hot seat entering the 2026 MLB season

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 3

Lane Kiffin accused of making inaccurate statement again

Lane Kiffin accused of making inaccurate statement by another Ole Miss figure

Ole Miss athletic director Keith Carter suggested Lane Kiffin was being dishonest.

Ole Miss players push back at Kiffin's claim they wanted him to stay

Mystery Kiffin pursuer is revealed

Did Nick Saban help LSU land Kiffin?

Paul Finebaum trashes new Ole Miss HC Pete Golding in comparison to Kiffin

Ole Miss flips elite WR recruit away from Kiffin, LSU

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 3

Bill Daly: 'If rink not completed, no NHLers going to the Olympics'

Unless things take a drastic turn for the better, this experience could embolden the league to eschew Olympic participation for the foreseeable future.

Ducks' Joel Quenneville confirms injury timeline for Petr Mrazek

Stars' Tyler Seguin out long-term

'I'm a grown man': Mikko Rantanen responds to Patrick Roy's threat

Which players could kick off the NHL trade market this month?

The 25 greatest NHL goalies who never won a Stanley Cup

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 3

NFL Big Five: Storylines to watch during final stretch of the regular season

The calendar turned to December this week, meaning we've already reached the final full month of the 2025 NFL regular season. Before Week 14 action begins, here are five storylines we're monitoring over the next five weeks.

NFL Week 13 panic meter: Chiefs, Lions in serious trouble

Have Panthers already made Bryce Young decision for 2026 season?

NFL insiders sound Daniel Jones alarms amid injury worries

After historic TV viewership, Cowboys have chance for another huge number

Cowboys to be without star cornerback against high-powered Lions offense

CeeDee Lamb News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '100-scrimmage-yard games since 2023' quiz

How many of the 24 NFL players to go over 100 total yards from scrimmage in at least 10 games since 2023 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL active receiving leaders' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL rushing leaders' quiz

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 3

No. 25 Arkansas gets statement win over No. 6 Louisville

There would've been no reason for John Calipari and Arkansas to panic had they lost Wednesday's game against No. 6 Louisville inside Bud Walton Arena, but the Razorbacks' 89-80 victory certainly lifted the mood across the state of Arkansas.

No. 10 Iowa State sets multiple school records vs. Alcorn State

No. 9 BYU blows out California Baptist thanks to AJ Dybantsa's 22 points

No. 20 Auburn downs NC State thanks to clutch shooting

Minnesota hands No. 22 Indiana first loss in Big Ten opener

LSU holds off Boston College with OT win to stay undefeated

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 3