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Adam Stites

Adam Stites is a Southern California native who lives in a new state every three months. He’s perennially disappointed by both the Jacksonville Jaguars and Arizona State Sun Devils. His dog is named Ramsey after the best cornerback in the NFL. You can follow him on Twitter at @AdamStites_.

Roger Goodell says Brian Flores' tanking claims 'will be reviewed thoroughly'

Hours after former Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores filed a racial discrimination lawsuit that included a claim that he was paid to lose by Dolphins owner

Report: Trail Blazers' CJ McCollum on trade market

A day after the Portland Trail Blazers sent Norman Powell and Robert Covington to the Los Angeles Clippers, Mike Scotto of USA Today's HoopsHype reported Saturday that NBA executives believe the Trail Blazers' CJ McCollum is also available via trade.

Norway takes early medal lead in Beijing with two golds Saturday

The first gold medal of the 2022 Olympics went to Norway when Therese Johaug won the women's skiathlon.

No. 7 Arizona beats No. 3 UCLA in battle of top 10s

The win moves the Wildcats into first place in the Pac-12 with an 8-1 conference record, while UCLA sits just behind at 8-2.

Jaguars to hire former Eagles coach Doug Pederson as head coach

Pederson, 54, spent five seasons with the Eagles, leading the team to a 42-37-1 record during his tenure.

Trae Young scores 43 points to lead Hawks past streaking Suns

Going into Thursday night, the Suns hadn't lost since Jan. 8. Enter Trae Young.

Saints to interview Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy for head coaching vacancy

Kansas City offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is set to interview with the New Orleans Saints, about a week after Sean Payton stepped down from his position as the team's head coach.

Watch: Justin Jefferson makes one-handed catch to win Pro Bowl dodgeball competition

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson made an amazing catch to win dodgeball for the NFC.

Commanders owner Dan Snyder facing allegations of inappropriate conduct by former team employees

A former Washington Commanders employee alleged inappropriate conduct by team owner Dan Snyder during a congressional hearing Thursday.

Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell clears concussion protocol after missing eight games

The Jazz went 2-6 in the eight games Mitchell missed, falling to 31-21 on the year.

Lions GM: We're definitely open to trading No. 2 draft pick

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes wants it to be known that the team is willing to part with the No. 2 pick of the 2022 NFL Draft for the right price.

Egypt advances to AFCON final by beating Cameroon in penalties

Egypt earned a spot in the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) final Sunday with a win in penalties against Cameroon on Thursday.

Byron Leftwich will reportedly remove himself from consideration for Jaguars job

Byron Leftwich will return to his position as offensive coordinator of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and remove himself from consideration for the Jacksonville Jaguars' head coaching vacancy.

Shorthanded Warriors outduel Spurs without Steph Curry, Andrew Wiggins

Warriors rookie Moses Moody had the best game of his young career with 20 points that mostly came via six three-pointers.

Giannis Antetokounmpo leads Bucks to win with another 30-point triple-double

When the Wizards took a fourth-quarter lead, Antetokounmpo dominated down the stretch to put the Bucks well out of reach.

New Washington team name spoiled by glimpses at merchandise

The Washington Football Team appear set to announce Wednesday that the team will move forward as the Washington Commanders. A day ahead of the team's official announcement -- which comes 18 months after the team dropped its former nickname -- glimpses inside the team store at FedEx Field spoiled the name change.

James Madison reportedly jumping to Sun Belt Conference in all sports in 2022

James Madison's jump to the Sun Belt Conference of the FBS will happen sooner rather than later, according to Chris Vannini of The Athletic. Vannini reports James Madison University will announce Wednesday that all sports will compete in the Sun Belt Conference beginning in fall 2022.

Broncos announce they're for sale with price tag expected to break records

The price to purchase the Broncos is expected to exceed $4 billion, a record-breaking number for a sports franchise.

NFL statement says claims in Brian Flores lawsuit are 'without merit'

The NFL wasted no time responding to a lawsuit filed by former Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores.

Former Oklahoma QB Caleb Williams reunites with Lincoln Riley, transfers to USC

Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Caleb Williams was the hottest name in the transfer portal and made his decision Tuesday by following his former coach Lincoln Riley to USC.

Giants deny lawsuit claims, say Brian Flores was candidate 'until the 11th hour'

The NFL currently has only one Black head coach, Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers, after Flores and Houston Texans coach David Culley were both fired in January.

Brian Flores alleges racist hiring practices in lawsuit filed against NFL

Former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores filed a class action lawsuit against the NFL and its 32 teams Tuesday, alleging that racial discrimination caused him to be fired in January and kept him from being considered for the New York Giants' head coaching job.

No. 8 Baylor rallies late to avoid upset loss to West Virginia

Baylor improved to 7-2 in Big 12 play with the win and is now second in the conference behind only 6-1 Kansas. West Virginia fell to 2-6 and is tied for the last in the conference with Kansas State.

Former WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart, Storm agree on one-year deal

Before her season-ending surgery in 2021, Stewart averaged 20.3 points and 9.5 assists per game.

Joel Embiid-less 76ers win overtime duel with Grizzlies

With the win, the 76ers improved to 31-19 on the season, moving to just a half-game behind the Chicago Bulls for second place in the Eastern Conference.