The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rush for at least 150 yards in a game can you name in five minutes?

Report shares suspension update for Packers' Josh Jacobs

Green Bay Packers star running back Josh Jacobs remains on the commissioner's exempt list after he recently reached a plea deal related to his May arrest in Wisconsin.

Connor Hellebuyck, Jets headed for ugly split after goalie fails to report to training camp

The Winnipeg Jets and starting goalie Connor Hellebuyck appear headed for an ugly divorce, and they took another step toward that on Wednesday.

Joe Burrow's worrying admission could spoil Bengals' positive start

On Wednesday, Joe Burrow put a damper on a promising start to the season for the Cincinnati Bengals when the seven-year veteran quarterback "told reporters that he is dealing with 'back tightness," according to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter.

Mike Norvell's situation at Florida State is getting increasingly bleak

Mike Norvell seemed surprised by a question about a box truck outside of his house on Wednesday.

Kawhi Leonard’s reason for turning down Pistons, Timberwolves deals revealed

Kawhi Leonard had his legacy in mind when he chose to return to the Toronto Raptors over other intriguing destinations. The trade sending Leonard back up North was officially finalized earlier this week, ending a months-long saga that left the All-Star swingman in limbo.

Yankees reveal Aaron Judge's injury status after concerning exit vs. Twins

The hearts of fans of the New York Yankees sank in the sixth inning of Wednesday's loss to the Minnesota Twins when Heliot Ramos stepped to the plate.

What to watch for in WNBA's return: Competition heats up for No. 1 seed, home-court advantage and more

The regular season resumes on Thursday, and each team has four games remaining before the playoffs begin on Sunday, Sept. 27.

Deshaun Watson takes curious shot at media, discusses facing Bucs' Baker Mayfield in revenge spot

Watson addressed the evaluation of his performance and facing Baker Mayfield, who the Browns jettisoned when they acquired Watson.

After brake failure at Gateway, Ryan Blaney doesn't have any mulligans left in NASCAR's Chase

If not for the 14 stage points he earned in the Enjoy Illinois 300 at Gateway, Ryan Blaney would've left the second race of the NASCAR Cup Series Chase outside of the top five in the standings after brake issues relegated him to a 35th-place finish.

NFL Week 2 primetime predictions: Bills QB Josh Allen delivers against Lions in grand opening for $2.2B Highmark Stadium

Each week, Yardbarker looks at prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday nights, predicting the result of each. Here are picks for Week 2.

Three NFL teams that need to avoid an 0-2 start

An 0-2 start will not completely end an NFL team's playoff chances, but it can be a deep hole to dig out of depending on the division it plays in and how difficult its remaining schedule is.

FBS Oversight Committee can't overturn WMU-Michigan result, even after improper protocols

The FBS oversight committee issued a statement on Wednesday evening announcing that it would not be able to overturn the Week 1 result between Michigan and Western Michigan, even though improper replay protocols were used to give the Wolverines one extra second to complete their game-winning Hail Mary pass. 

Dodgers announce reason for Blake Snell's early departure

A large part of the Los Angeles Dodgers repeating as World Series Champions was their outstanding starting pitching in the postseason.

White Sox's playoff hopes slipping after losing series vs. Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians took a half-game lead in the American League Central over the Chicago White Sox after a 6-3 win on Wednesday.

Could Ravens' Derrick Henry actually challenge Emmitt Smith's rushing record?

Derrick Henry showed in the Baltimore Ravens Week 1 blowout win over the Indianapolis Colts that he still has the ability to take over a game, even as he plays at an age when most running backs are either dramatically slowing down or are out of the NFL entirely. 

Why you should be skeptical about Red Wings' Dylan Larkin announcement

Seahawks remain optimistic about Sam Darnold despite latest news

Although Darnold went down early in the Seattle Seahawks' season-opening game, his team still seems to be holding out hope for a quick return, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. 

NFL rookies are becoming brands before they become stars

Today's rookies can arrive in the NFL with sponsorships, social-media audiences, content partnerships and recognizable personal brands already attached to their names.

How much is underachieving Oregon reportedly spending on roster?

Oregon Ducks boosters should be seeing red after watching their football team tumble to a 1-1 start.

Grading NFL Week 1 overreactions: Are Giants for real?

NFL Week 1 is a liar, and we always seem to forget that.

The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

How many of the 36 players to reach the 35-home run and 100-RBI milestones in the same season at least five different times can you name in five minutes?

The 'Hits leaders by MLB franchise' quiz

How many of the career leaders in hits for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

Pete Alonso hits 300th homer at former home ballpark, joins elite company

It’s fitting that Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso reached a personal milestone at Citi Field on Tuesday night.