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The 75 best sports nicknames of all time
From "Magic" to "Mean Joe" to "The Big Hurt," let's take a look, in no particular order, at the best nicknames in sports history and the athletes who inspired them.
Patrick Peterson asks Cardinals for trade
Patrick Peterson has been mentioned in trade rumors, ones the Cardinals have shot down, but the three-time All-Pro may be ready to leave the desert.
Roman Reigns relinquishes WWE title to fight leukemia
WWE’s “RAW” show on Monday night turned somber very quickly after the promotion announced some difficult news about Roman Reigns.
Watch: Pat Shurmur in disbelief over Eli being blind to wide-open OBJ
During the third quarter of Monday night’s game between the New York Giants and Atlanta Falcons, Giants head coach Pat Shurmur drew up a perfect play on fourth-and-goal.
Brandon Ingram admits surprise over brevity of suspension
Many observers were surprised by the relatively lenient suspensions resulting from the fight between the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets, and it turns out at least one player involved was among them.
Jaguars to start Blake Bortles against Eagles
Blake Bortles will get his job back in Week 8. Doug Marrone announced Monday the longtime Jaguars starter’s run of first-string work will continue, despite being benched on Sunday.
Report: Sony Michel avoids serious knee injury
New England Patriots running back Sony Michel reportedly got good news about the knee injury he suffered Sunday. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com, Michel’s injury is not considered serious, and while he could miss some time, it’s not expected to keep him out for a significant period of time.
Heisman hopefuls: Week 8
Purdue’s monumental upset in Week 8 didn’t just shake up college football. The race for the Heisman Trophy temporarily lost a strong contender in Dwayne Haskins, allowing for other names to take his place on this list.
Jim Harbaugh accuses Michigan State of planning pregame scuffle
Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh was still furious with the Michigan State Spartans a full 48 hours after a pregame scuffle that he accused them of planning.
Mets’ GM search down to three finalists
The Mets’ ongoing search for a general manager was narrowed to five recently, and now two candidates, MLB exec Kim Ng and agent Casey Close, have been eliminated from the running.
A World Series we deserve: Boston Red Sox vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
With a Red Sox-Dodgers showdown looming, we’re going to be treated to a matchup between two of the oldest teams in baseball, one that feels like it must have happened many times before, even if it hasn’t, regardless of whether it should’ve.
Report: Le'Veon Bell won't return to Steelers this week
The long-awaited return of Le’Veon Bell to the Pittsburgh Steelers will have to be put on hold once again, as Jim Trotter is reporting the running back won’t report this week.
Odell Beckham Jr. becomes fastest receiver to 5,000 yards in Super Bowl era
New York Giants star Odell Beckham Jr. hauled in a 51-yard reception during the third quarter of Monday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons. That reception doubled as a history-maker for him.
The 'Best offense is a good defense' quiz
How many of the record holders for QB sacks for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
The biggest flaw of every top 25 college football team
No team in college football this season is perfect. Not even Alabama. Some teams have more glaring shortcomings than others, and that includes the better teams in the country.
Le’Veon Bell still has not reported to Steelers
Running back Le’Veon Bell has still not reported to the Steelers as they begin preparations for Week 8, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. Bell had been expected to report to the Steelers during the club’s Week 7 bye, but he never actually showed up.
Top takeaways from Sunday's Week 7 NFL action
Sunday’s Week 7 NFL slate was about as weird as it gets.
NBA suspends Brandon Ingram, Rajon Rondo, Chris Paul
As expected, the three players at the forefront of the scuffle that broke out in last night’s game between the Rockets and Lakers have received suspensions.
Texans coach confirms Deshaun Watson is playing hurt
Those who have watched the Houston Texans play this season have probably noticed that Deshaun Watson has not been making the same big plays that he did last year.
Doug Pederson says pressure is off Eagles after latest loss
The Eagles blew a 17-0 fourth quarter lead on Sunday to lose at home to the Carolina Panthers, dropping the Super Bowl champions to a disappointing 3-4 on the season.
Bears complete Hail Mary but only to one-yard line
The good news for the Chicago Bears is that they completed an improbable Hail Mary pass at the end of their game against the New England Patriots on Sunday.
Le’Veon Bell trying to prevent Steelers from trading him?
Le’Veon Bell still has not informed the Pittsburgh Steelers of when he plans to show up for work, and that may have something to do with all the trade talk surrounding the star running back.
Christian Yelich posts on Instagram, tells fans ‘we’ll be back’
Christian Yelich’s season came to an end on Saturday night, but the Milwaukee Brewers star had some reassuring words for the team’s fans.
DeVante Parker's agent rips Dolphins coach Adam Gase
DeVante Parker was inactive for the team’s game today, which Dolphins coach Adam Gase claimed was due to a nagging injury. Parker's agent insists that isn’t true and that his client is fully healthy.
Bridge contract likely for William Nylander
While the mutual preference of both the Maple Leafs and winger William Nylander would be to get a long-term deal done, this no longer appears to be an option.
12 burning questions for the 2018 World Series
The 2018 World Series will feature a showdown between two of baseball’s most historic franchises — the Los Angeles Dodgers and Boston Red Sox. As we look toward this Fall Classic, some questions come to mind.
Winners and losers from NFL Week 7
If we’re being honest, there was a ton of really bad football on display during the action in NFL Week 7. We should have seen it coming, though, after what transpired as NFL Network reporter Melissa Stark was previewing the London game.
Watch: Demetrius Harris jumps in box after touchdown catch
Demetrius Harris had a memorable celebration after catching a touchdown from Patrick Mahomes during the second quarter of “Sunday Night Football” against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Vontaze Burfict caught twisting ankle of Chiefs RB on ground
Vontaze Burfict continued his dirty tricks during the first half of the Cincinnati Bengals’ game on Sunday at Kansas City.
Cowboys long snapper L.P. Ladouceur costs team with snap infraction
Just when you thought the ending in the Baltimore-New Orleans game was wild, what happened between Washington and Dallas might have topped it. The Cowboys were settling in for a 47-yard field goal attempt with three seconds left when long snapper LP Ladouceur was called for a snap infraction.
Justin Tucker shocked after costing Ravens with first career missed extra point
The Baltimore Ravens lost to the New Orleans Saints in the most unlikely way possible. Justin Tucker, the best kicker in the NFL and arguably the best kicker in NFL history, missed an extra point that would have tied the game at 24 with 24 seconds left.
DeVante Parker’s agent claims Adam Gase is lying about injury
The agent of Miami Dolphins wide receiver DeVante Parker blasted coach Adam Gase on Sunday after Parker didn’t play against the Detroit Lions. Parker has been on the injury report with a quad problem but got in a full week of practice.
Furious Jaguars have locker room blowout after ugly loss
The Jacksonville Jaguars expected to be contending for a Super Bowl in 2018, but they’re a long way from that right now, and frustrations are boiling over.
LeSean McCoy helped off field, exits game with injury
After only two carries, LeSean McCoy had to be helped off the field during Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts. McCoy went down and stayed down for a few minutes, and when he left the field he did so with a limp and a man under each shoulder.
Video appears to show Rajon Rondo spit at Chris Paul
The NBA is in the process of determining what the appropriate punishment should be for those involved in the fight between the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets on Saturday, and some video evidence that has emerged is not going to help Rajon Rondo.
Report: Joey Bosa expected to return in Week 9 after bye
Joey Bosa has not played in 2018 due to a foot injury he suffered prior to the start of the season, but the Los Angeles Chargers only expect to be without the star pass-rusher for one more game.
Reds hire David Bell as manager
The Reds have hired Giants vice president of player development David Bell as their manager, per a team announcement. Cincinnati awarded Bell a three-year contract with a club option for a fourth season.
Purdue fans rush the field after record-setting win over Ohio State
Purdue put together one of their biggest football wins in the program’s recent history, and their fans knew exactly how to celebrate.
Top takeaways from college football Week 8
Fans watching college football Week 8 were not disappointed, as the action on Saturday provided an abundance of “wow” moments.
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