Valkyries win WNBA title thanks to dominant Gabby Williams performance in Game 7

The first Game 7 in WNBA history turned out to be a classic. Not only because the Golden State Valkyries rallied for a 68-63 win over the Atlanta Dream to clinch their first championship in just their second season, but also because of the performance from Gabby Williams.

Video: Williams gets emotional after winning WNBA title

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CFB Week 9 winners, losers: Wild Minnesota-Indiana kicker battle, Big Ten QB woes and more

Wild things were bound to happen with college football and Halloween mixing on Saturday.

Indiana survives Minnesota in game with dueling 60-yard field goals

Indiana, Minnesota combine for outrageous Big Ten feat

Indiana makes quarterback change amid offensive struggles

Luke Fickell sums up Wisconsin’s loss to Iowa with a blunt quote

Syracuse continues impressive trend under HC Fran Brown

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 30

3 key matchups to watch in NFL Week 8 games

NFL games are not just matchups of two complete teams. They are also a series of individual one-on-one matchups that can ultimately help decide the outcome.

Baker Mayfield finally has chance for Kevin Stefanski revenge game

Patriots' A.J. Brown to miss 5th game of season due to knee injury

Can Dolphins QB Malik Willis turn the corner on his season?

Bears' Caleb Williams has been waiting for a test like the Seahawks

Seahawks' Zach Charbonnet expected to make season debut vs. Bears

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / October 31

Penguins' Sidney Crosby sets record for most assists with one franchise

Another chapter has been recorded in the record books for Pittsburgh Penguins forward Sidney Crosby.

Logan Cooley's buzzer-beater completes hat trick as Mammoth beat Penguins

Blackhawks' Patrick Kane tallies milestone 900th career assist

Lightning star Nikita Kucherov reportedly requests trade, won't re-sign

Lightning GM responds to Kucherov trade request, draws hard line

6 landing spots for Kucherov after Lightning star requested trade

Trick but mostly treat: A look at New Jersey Devils' success on Halloween

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / October 31

'We have to fight through it': Josh Hart cites fatigue as Knicks struggle early

Hart realizes they don’t look like the team that won the championship a few months ago, and he has an understandable explanation for why.

LeBron James' late effort helps 76ers push past Knicks

76ers may have championship blueprint after another win over Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns had a message after Knicks stumbled vs. 76ers

Why Warriors should go all-in, make big trade

With Steph Curry out, Yaxel Lendeborg could be key for Warriors

Thunder announce an awful injury update on Chet Holmgren

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 31

Another top-2 team goes down as Ohio State loses to USC

Another top-2 team goes down as Ohio State can't overcome Julian Sayin's absence

For the fourth week in a row, one of the top-two teams in the country has lost.

No. 3 Georgia forces 4 turnovers, routs No. 17 Florida

No. 7 UCLA's defense stifles Nevada to remain undefeated

No. 8 BYU holds off upset-minded Arizona State

Jamal Roberts leads No. 23 Missouri past Arkansas in Ahmad Hardy's return

Iowa State knocks off No. 24 Oklahoma State in offensive showcase

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 31

Ranking the top 10 MLB free agents this offseason

Now that the Milwaukee Brewers have won the World Series, it is time to look ahead to the offseason. Let's take a look at the 10 best players who will be available in free agency.

Michael Soroka declines mutual option with Diamondbacks

Joc Pederson declines mutual option with Rangers

Red Sox's Sonny Gray declines mutual option, becomes free agent

Why a Teoscar Hernandez reunion would be a risky move for Blue Jays

A closer look at NPB star Teruaki Sato

The latest potential MLB rule tweak could be the worst of all

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 31

Drew Mestemaker's draft stock is soaring, while Arch Manning's is sinking

If 2026 college football quarterbacks are stocks, Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning's has tumbled, while Oklahoma State Cowboys signal-caller Drew Mestemaker's has soared.

Nick Saban on Manning's struggles: 'The bench is a pretty good motivator'

Manning passes for 3 TDs as No. 11 Texas routs Mississippi State

Miami's Darian Mensah posting better numbers than Carson Beck, Cam Ward

Miami's big-time players made big-time plays in win at North Carolina

Kids who will be playing on Sundays: LaNorris Sellers among standouts

Manchester United News / Yardbarker / October 31

'This is my football club': Michael Carrick is giving a divided Man United his best

Poor Michael Carrick. The Manchester United coach looked dejected after his team's 2-0 away loss to Chelsea in the Premier League.

Watch: Morgan Rogers scores superb solo goal against Man United

When Carrick made major decision on Man United’s Bruno Fernandes

Harry Kane's Ballon D'Or win is surprising but warranted

Barcelona president sends message to Lamine Yamal after Ballon d'Or snub

The time is now for returning Milan and USMNT star Christian Pulisic

Niko Tsakiris makes his USMNT case in classic economical style

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Yardbarker / October 31

NC State head coach Philip Rivers? 5 reasons why we need it to happen

The NC State Wolfpack need a head coach, and they're reportedly targeting an all-time program great for the role.

Report: Rivers in talks for NC State coaching job

Rivers on NC State opening: 'I understand the chatter'

NC State shows off new look with 31-10 victory over Cal

USC reportedly has Kalen DeBoer in mind for potential coaching change

North Carolina staffers had no idea about Bill Belichick’s breakup

LSU Tigers News / Yardbarker / October 31

Will Wade's latest recruit sets LSU up as eventual CBB power

Will Wade's latest marquee recruiting win sets LSU up as eventual college basketball power

LSU Tigers men's basketball head coach Will Wade appears to be building something special.

Reese Alston the crown jewel of the elite LSU 2027 recruiting class

'Conventional' approach paying off for Wade after landing Alston

LSU seeks balance as it hosts LSU New Orleans in season opener

4 mid-majors to watch this college basketball season

Which men's CBB conference is the deepest entering November?

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WNBA News / Yardbarker / November 1

Winning in a hurry: Valkyries top list of 5 fastest expansion teams to win championships

Some franchises, like the Milwaukee Brewers, who won their first World Series in 58 seasons on Wednesday, wait a lifetime for a crowning moment. But others,

Valkyries win WNBA title thanks to dominant Gabby Williams performance in Game 7

Video: Gabby Williams gets emotional after winning WNBA title

Brewers' Sal Frelick celebrates World Series with Lambeau Leap at Packers game

World Series-champion Brewers inspire list of 10 greatest playoff runs in North American sports history

The '2024 award winners' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 31

Indiana survives Minnesota in game with dueling 60-yard field goals

The Indiana Hoosiers have not looked as dominant as they did during their National Championship winning season, but they are, for the most part, still stacking wins.

Indiana makes quarterback change amid offensive struggles

Syracuse continues impressive trend under HC Fran Brown in win over No. 19 SMU

NC State head coach Philip Rivers? 5 reasons why we need it to happen

The 'CFB championship head coaches' quiz

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 31

NFL referee crew pulled from 'SNF' after awful performance

One NFL officiating crew was so bad in Week 7, it appears to have cost them a chance to officiate a nationally televised game.

Josh Jacobs insists TD celebration in win wasn't a reference to his arrest

Todd Monken reveals Shedeur Sanders' status amid depth chart shuffling

Chargers 'unwilling to wave any sort of white flag' ahead of trade deadline

Two players reportedly won't be part of Eagles' fire sale ahead of trade deadline

Jason and Travis Kelce rip the NFL over Cam Skattebo penalty

3 key matchups to watch in Week 8

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 31

6 landing spots for Nikita Kucherov after Lightning star requested trade

The news that Tampa Bay Lightning superstar Nikita Kucherov has requested a trade away from the only organization he has ever known in the NHL sent shockwaves around the league on Friday night.

Lightning GM responds to Nikita Kucherov trade request, draws hard line

Lightning star Nikita Kucherov reportedly requests trade, won't re-sign

Red Wings suspend Dylan Larkin after his decision to sit out while awaiting trade

Wild reportedly offering big return for Dylan Larkin, why Red Wings declined

The 10 scariest coaches in NHL history

The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

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The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / October 31

Report names potential replacements for Troy Aikman, details drama

Report names ESPN's potential replacements for Troy Aikman, details drama involving Joe Buck

For a lengthy piece published by The Athletic on Friday, media insider Andrew Marchand revealed who could call ABC/ESPN "Monday Night Football" games alongside Buck during the 2027 campaign if Aikman is no longer with the network.

Panthers fire DC Ejiro Evero, one other after loss to Packers

Why Jets are more likely to fire Aaron Glenn this winter than during season

Mike McDaniel trying to ignore outside noise amid rumors aboutjob security

Execs predict Eagles could make big Jalen Hurts, Nick Sirianni moves in 2027

Budda Baker discusses trade rumors while wearing wild Halloween costume

Cowboys' Jerry Jones would need 'dynamic situation' to make big trade

Josh Jacobs News / Larry Brown Sports / October 31

Josh Jacobs' attorneys respond to new allegations

The attorneys for Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs have issued a response to the new allegations against their client.

Police files detail additional abuse allegations against Josh Jacobs

NFL reviewing new Josh Jacobs abuse allegations

Green Bay Packers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 31

Packers have a return date in mind for Micah Parsons

After nearly a year on the sidelines, the Green Bay Packers may finally know when Micah Parsons will be back on the field.

Christian Watson details gritty return to Packers' 'TNF' win over Panthers after breaking rib, spitting up blood

Brewers' Sal Frelick celebrates World Series with Lambeau Leap at Packers game

The 'Most 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz

Seattle Seahawks News / Yardbarker / October 31

Seahawks' Zach Charbonnet expected to make season debut against Bears

For the first time this season, the Seattle Seahawks are expecting to have their entire backfield healthy and ready to play together.

Bears' Caleb Williams has been waiting for a test like the Seahawks

Quenton Nelson opens up about 'bittersweet' trade from Colts to Seahawks

Report: Colts now open to trading Jonathan Taylor, Giants among teams in mix

3 key matchups to watch in NFL Week 8 games

The 'NFL playoff rushing-TD record' quiz

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / October 31

Patriots' A.J. Brown to miss his 5th game of the season due to knee injury

Big offseason acquisition A.J. Brown is not traveling with the New England Patriots this weekend to Miami to play the Dolphins.

AJ Brown makes concerning admission about his health

Chargers reportedly 'unwilling to wave any sort of white flag' ahead of trade deadline

The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 31

Baker Mayfield finally has chance for Kevin Stefanski revenge game

When the Atlanta Falcons hired Stefanski to be their head coach this offseason, it got the attention of Mayfield.

Baker Mayfield believes Buccaneers made a 'statement' with blowout win over Panthers

Buccaneers' Emeka Egbuka out with foot injury for Week 8

Buccaneers, Falcons bring renewed hope into NFC South clash

The 'NFL game-winning drives leaders' quiz

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Larry Brown Sports / October 31

Thunder announce an awful injury update on Chet Holmgren

The hits just keep on coming for the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Thunder's Jalen Williams undergoes successful leg surgery

76ers' Jaylen Brown is out with a concerning new injury

Trail Blazers' Ja Morant expected to miss at least four weeks

Ben Simmons determined to return 'better than I was before'

Ernie Johnson addresses future of 'Inside the NBA' after retirement news

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / October 31

Why the latest potential MLB rule tweak could be the worst of all

Major League Baseball's latest potential attempt to inject offense back to the game could be its worst idea in some time.

Pat Murphy takes shot at Yankees while celebrating World Series win with Jake Bauers

Red Sox's Sonny Gray declines mutual option, becomes free agent

Marlins exercise ace Sandy Alcantara's 2027 club option

The 'Last WS-winning manager by team' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB 400-HR club' quiz

How many of the 59 players in Major League Baseball history to hit at least 400 career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / October 31

Denny Hamlin wins pole for Xfinity 500 at Martinsville

Denny Hamlin needs a win in Sunday's Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway to have a realistic chance of winning the NASCAR Cup Series championship, and he took a big step toward victory on Saturday.

Ryan Preece fastest in NASCAR Cup Series practice at Martinsville

Chandler Smith wins NASCAR Truck Series race at Martinsville; Layne Riggs gains on Kaden Honeycutt

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The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Milwaukee Brewers News / Yardbarker / October 31

Christian Yelich reveals interesting pregame ritual Brewers had

Brewers' Christian Yelich reveals interesting pregame ritual team had during magical season

Each team in Major League Baseball has certain quirks and superstitions that they go through during the grueling 162-game season. The Brewers are no different.

Pat Murphy takes shot at Yankees while celebrating World Series win

Daniel Vogelbach stars at parade with drunken rendition of 'Stacy's Mom'

Miller Lite launches limited-edition 'Clinch Can' to celebrate Brewers

Brewers' Cooper Pratt will celebrate Fanta-stic title without booze

Why the latest potential MLB rule tweak could be the worst of all