In LeBron James' historic season debut, Lakers storm past Jazz

Luka Doncic scored 37 points with 10 assists and LeBron James added 11 points in 30 minutes of his season debut as the Los Angeles Lakers rallied for a 140-125 victory.

Cade Cunningham extends multiple streaks in return to Pistons

Spurs don't need Victor Wembanyama to shut down Grizzlies late

Steve Kerr 'very concerned' about worrisome trend plaguing NBA

Spurs' Stephon Castle out at least two weeks with a hip injury

NBA punishes Cavaliers for decisions on Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley

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CFP rankings: SEC in great shape after third reveal

The third College Football Playoff rankings of the 2025 season were released on Tuesday night with Ohio State, Indiana, Texas A&M, Georgia and Texas Tech making up the top five.

Bobby Petrino has 'unfinished business' in Arkansas after he 'hurt everyone'

Deion Sanders insists he's 'right man' for Colorado head-coaching job, but is he?

Former Heisman winner has bold take on James Franklin, Virginia Tech

Steve Spurrier offers two endorsements for next Florida HC

How Ryan Day, Ohio State were able to flip elite LB recruit from Wake Forest

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise, including Notre Dame star

MLB News / Yardbarker / 4 hours ago

Angels, Orioles fill needs with this surprising trade

The Baltimore Orioles were looking to add a right-handed hitting outfielder during the offseason. The Los Angeles Angels, meanwhile, needed to add talent to a thin pitching staff. A trade between the two teams has begun the process of filling those holes on the roster.

Top trade destinations for Kodai Senga

Three landing spots for Cody Bellinger

Pirates' willingness to spend this offseason could preview next CBA

Ex-Rockies VP reveals 'what if' scenario involving Kyle Schwarber, Kris Bryant

Mets have surprising trade stances on Brandon Nimmo, Kodai Senga

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / 16 hours ago

Steelers receive massive Rodgers injury update ahead of Bears game

Steelers receive massive Aaron Rodgers injury update ahead of Bears game

Rodgers suffered his latest injury during Pittsburgh's 34-12 win over the Cincinnati Bengals this past Sunday.

Adam Schefter: Rodgers frustrated Steelers let news slip

What Jets could pay Justin Fields, Rodgers to not play for them in 2026

Steelers offense needs to feature massive TE Darnell Washington

NFL's decision on Ja'Marr Chase suspension was the right call

Did Andy Reid throw Patrick Mahomes under the bus?

Giants' Abdul Carter defends himself after concerning report

College Football News / Yardbarker / 11 hours ago

Ole Miss HC Lane Kiffin breaks silence on reported ultimatum

The Ole Miss Rebels reportedly gave Kiffin a deadline of Nov. 28 to decide whether he wants to stay with the school. That was news to him.

Assessing Kiffin's 2026 coaching options

One coach makes sense for LSU if Kiffin doesn't flip to Tigers

Colorado AD sends strong message on HC Deion Sanders' job status

James Franklin agreed to make major change to his Penn State buyout

Will PSU live to regret firing Franklin?

NHL News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Isles-Stars game ends with ejection, review and screaming

Islanders-Stars game ends with ejection, review and Patrick Roy screaming

The New York Islanders' 3-2 win over the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night ended with complete mayhem.

Mark Scheifele adds milestone as Jets take down Blue Jackets

Nate Danielson's first NHL goal helps the Red Wings down Kraken

Maple Leafs GM takes first step toward solutions with honest assessment

Maple Leafs' concerning injury problem grows with Matthew Knies update

Top NHLers 35 and older in 2025-26

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / 12 hours ago

Major domino falls for Yankees with Trent Grisham decision

Grisham is coming off a breakout year at the plate that saw him club a career-high 34 home runs.

Shota Imanaga to accept Cubs' qualifying offer in surprising move

Three-time All-Star Gleyber Torres makes decision on his Tigers future

Two-time All-Star accepts qualifying offer from Brewers

Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette among players to reject qualifying offer

Reports of Pirates free-agent spending only magnifies team's problem

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / 11 hours ago

Cowboys' Jerry Jones has made a decision about George Pickens

Jones had previously been more tight-lipped about Pickens' contract situation.

Pickens showing he's one of the best WRs in the NFL

Jones shares reason CeeDee Lamb and Pickens were benched

Quinnen Williams calls out teammates after Cowboys debut

NFL announces decision on veteran WR Odell Beckham Jr.

Michael Pittman Jr. sends message to Colts doubters ahead of Chiefs game

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / 10 hours ago

Pete Carroll's strong Geno Smith opinion is hurting Raiders

HC Pete Carroll has strong opinion on QB Geno Smith, and it's hurting the Raiders

Benching quarterback Geno Smith wouldn't be unwarranted for the Las Vegas Raiders.

Smith has blunt assessment of Raiders' latest poor showing

Maxx Crosby shares harsh truth about Raiders after blowout loss

Brock Purdy sends warning to NFL after successful return to 49ers lineup

What Sean McVay learned about Bucs QB Baker Mayfield during Rams stint

Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon sends message amid job-security rumors

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / 4 hours ago

Concerns continue to mount after No. 12 Kentucky's latest loss

The season is still young, but if Kentucky does not improve its defense and get on the same page, the concerns will only grow larger.

No. 5 Duke pulls away from No. 24 Kansas in New York showdown

No. 21 Arkansas ends game on 6-0 run to rally past red-hot Winthrop

Caleb Wilson puts up 23 points, leads No. 18 UNC over Navy

SMU hits the 100-point mark in rout of Arkansas-Pine Bluff

Five things we're liking in the 2025-26 women's college basketball season so far

NBA News / Yardbarker / 8 hours ago

Youth movement: Five new players who should be part of Team USA basketball's future

A veteran-heavy USA Basketball squad took home a gold medal last summer in Paris. But their two biggest stars won't be returning. Who could replace them?

LeBron James, Steph Curry reveal whether they will play in 2028 Olympics

USA Basketball announces the roster for World Cup qualifiers

NBA makes an admission about no-call on James Harden's three-pointer

Key NBA players who have made leaps during the 2025-26 season

The 'Team USA men's basketball gold medalists' quiz

Entertainment

20 celebrities who changed drastically over their careers

23 famous celebrities who came from wealthy families

20 TV shows that suddenly switched premises

25 iconic TV characters who joined a show well into its run

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / 3 hours ago

Cade Cunningham extends multiple streaks in return to Pistons

Upon his return after missing three-straight games, Detroit Pistons superstar Cade Cunningham picked up right where he left off from his hot start to the season, making history while leading Detroit to its 11th consecutive win.

Cunningham's star continues to rise with new endorsement agreement

Key NBA players who have made leaps in 2025-26

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / 3 hours ago

Spurs don't need Wembanyama to shut down Grizzlies late

Spurs don't need Victor Wembanyama to shut down Grizzlies late

The San Antonio Spurs didn't have Victor Wembanyama Tuesday, nor Stephon Castle or Dylan Harper. But strong team defense and a healthy dose of Harrison Barnes got them a clutch win over the Memphis Grizzlies anyway.

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama out multiple weeks with injury

Grizzlies not entertaining Ja Morant trades without monster offer

Key NBA players who have made leaps in 2025-26

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

The 'NBA 40-point, 15-rebound game leaders' quiz

Arizona Cardinals News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL single-game completions leaders' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to complete at least 40 passes in one game can you name in five minutes? Good luck!

The 'Most games played in NFL history' quiz

The 'NFL quarterback rushing yard leaders' quiz

The 'Most 1,000-receiving yard NFL seasons' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Pirates' willingness to spend could preview next CBA

The Pittsburgh Pirates and willingness to spend in free agency are rarely seen together without the words "do not have a" between them. That is not the case this offseason.

Reports of Pirates free-agent spending only magnifies team's problem

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

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The 'NFL QB rushing TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL yearly tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

The 'Men's Final Four hosts since 2000' quiz

The 'Most TD catches by NFL tight ends' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

NFL's decision on Ja'Marr Chase suspension was the right call

The NFL has heard the arguments from Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase regarding his spitting incident against the Pittsburgh Steelers. It did not buy what he was trying to sell. Nor should it have.

Chase suspension could prove costly for struggling Bengals

Who are the best first-round draft picks for every NFL team?

The '100 receiving-yards-per-game NFL seasons' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / 8 hours ago

Reports of Pirates spending only magnifies team's problem

Reports of Pirates free-agent spending only magnifies team's problem

There is perhaps no team in Major League Baseball facing more pressure from its own fan base to have a big offseason than the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Report: Mariners to make first major signing of offseason

Three potential trade destinations for Kodai Senga

Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette among players to reject qualifying offer

Former Rockies VP reveals 'what if' scenario involving Kyle Schwarber, Kris Bryant

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

Colorado Buffaloes News / Yardbarker / 6 hours ago

Deion Sanders says he's 'right man' for Colorado HC job, but is he?

Deion Sanders insists he's 'right man' for Colorado head-coaching job, but is he?

The 2025 season has been a trying one for Colorado on the field as the Buffaloes have stumbled to a 3-7 record.

Colorado AD sends strong message on HC Deion Sanders' job status

Miami flips four-star TE Gavin Mueller from Deion Sanders, Colorado

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

The 'AP College Football Player of the Year' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most QB starts in the Super Bowl Era' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to start at least 150 NFL games in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in six minutes?

John Cena News / Yardbarker / 11 hours ago

WWE will be in trouble once John Cena retires

As John Cena gets ready for his final appearances of his retirement tour, which concludes on Dec. 13, WWE faces a grave and daunting question they need to address soon. What's next for the company once Cena retires from in-ring competition?

Giants RB Cam Skattebo ignites 'skirmish' at WWE event

The 'Wrestler catchphrases' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / 11 hours ago

Adam Schefter: Aaron Rodgers frustrated Steelers let news slip

Rodgers is typically a very secretive individual, and it is fair to assume that he might not have liked the way that information got out and just how quickly it got out.

Steelers receive massive Aaron Rodgers injury update ahead of Bears game

Former QB discusses if Steelers' Aaron Rodgers can play through wrist injury

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The 'Most QB starts in the Super Bowl Era' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / 12 hours ago

Former Rockies VP reveals scenario involving Schwarber, Bryant

Former Rockies VP reveals 'what if' scenario involving Kyle Schwarber, Kris Bryant

Could the Colorado Rockies have avoided one of the biggest mistakes in franchise history by signing Kyle Schwarber instead of Kris Bryant? According to one former Rockies vice president, it sounds like a possible scenario.

Three potential landing spots for Cody Bellinger

Awesome MLB players from the 90s you probably forgot about

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

Donovan Mitchell News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score at least 30 points in 30 different games over the course of one season can you name in seven minutes?

The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'NBA's all-time 30-point game leaders' quiz

The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA triple-doubles' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / 13 hours ago

Will Penn State live to regret firing James Franklin?

The former Penn State head coach agreed to become the head coach of Virginia Tech on Monday.

What will James Franklin's biggest challenge be at Virginia Tech?

Virginia Tech has a new identity with James Franklin hire

James Franklin agreed to make major change to his Penn State buyout

The 25 greatest players in Pac-12 football history

The 'Orange Bowl MVPs' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / 15 hours ago

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise, including Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. From a Notre Dame running back to a Toledo defensive back, here are five players we're tracking.

49ers bolster critical position in 2026 NFL mock draft

Alabama WR Ryan Williams is more than just a college football player

Is CJ Carr The Answer To The Las Vegas Raiders’ QB Woes?

Who are the best first-round draft picks for every NFL team?

NFL News / Yardbarker / 15 hours ago

Ranking the top five defenses in the NFL after Week 11

Here are the top five defensive units in the NFL right now.

NFL Week 11 fantasy football takeaways: Be patient with RJ Harvey

Steelers receive massive Aaron Rodgers injury update ahead of Bears game

George Pickens showing he’s one of the best WRs in NFL

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The 'Sack leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / 16 hours ago

Five things we're liking in the 2025-26 women's college basketball season so far

The 2025-26 college basketball season might just be getting started, but certain things have already grabbed our attention. Here are five things we're liking in the women's game through the season's first two weeks.

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 women's basketball poll

Developing South Carolina wraps homestand against Radford

Alcorn State's buy-game gauntlet continues at LSU

25 iconic high school basketball players from Detroit

The 'Active NCAA Tournament appearance streak leaders' quiz