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Andrew Kulha

Andrew Kulha is probably the only sports writer you know who also doubles as a mortician. Spooky! @KulhaSports

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Tennessee's Rick Barnes explains how he lit a fire under Zakai Zeigler

The No. 5-ranked Tennesee Volunteers needed all the energy they could muster this Saturday against Vanderbilt because they were in trouble in the first half.

Vanderbilt HC Mark Byington gives half-hearted criticism of officials

Byington probably had good reason to be upset after his team lost to then-No. 5 Tennessee, 81-76, on Saturday.

Michigan's Dusty May needs team focused ahead of ranked clash with Michigan State

This is as big a game as they come for the No. 12-ranked Michigan Wolverines.

Report: March Madness could grow to 76 teams by 2026

There could be some changes coming to March Madness.

Ichiro Suzuki plans to donate entire personal collection to Hall of Fame

Those attending the Hall of Fame will absolutely be treated to history when Suzuki's collection is displayed.

Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard among legends up for Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

There were 17 finalists named for Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class of 2025 at NBA All-Star Weekend, with several big names leading the way.

Watch: Former Notre Dame DC Al Golden calls out Desmond Howard

Howard picked Notre Dame to lose on six separate occasions. That's not something that went unnoticed in South Bend, apparently.

Vanderbilt HC Mark Byington: Auburn doesn't 'have any weaknesses'

Mark Byington, head coach of the Vanderbilt men's basketball team, found out the hard way just how good the No. 1-ranked Auburn Tigers are this season.

Watch: T-wolves' Anthony Edwards viciously puts Chet Holmgren on a poster

Anthony Edwards has quickly become one of the NBA's must-see players on a night-in, night-out basis. 

Jets to incur massive dead-money cap hit by releasing Aaron Rodgers

There's no longer an official relationship between the New York Jets and future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

LSU lands major 2026 offensive lineman commit

Brysten Martinez is a four-star offensive tackle from Gonzales, Louisiana, so it makes sense that LSU would be his choice of college.

Jay Bilas omits top school when discussing best in college basketball

The current college basketball AP Top 25 features Auburn and Alabama at No. 1 and No. 2, respectively, with Duke and Florida tied at No. 3.

USC lands commitment from local high school star

Andrew Williams goes to John C. Fremont Senior High School in Los Angeles, California.  He's "only" a three-star recruit, ranked as the No. 69 EDGE in the 2026 class by 247Sports, but he picked up a scholarship from Lincoln Riley and USC on Wednesday and he announced his commitment to the Trojans within hours.

Watch: Dayton-Fordham hoops game delayed by leaky roof

It's common for basketball games to be delayed by liquid on the court. After all, sweat is a common byproduct of playing the game and then when you factor in fans that have courtside seats and any potential drink spillage...and it's just something that happens. But how about a roof leak?

Auburn HC Bruce Pearl doesn't see benefit in loss to No. 6 Florida

Bruce Pearl's No. 1-ranked Tigers recently suffered a loss at the hands of No. 6 Florida at home, 90-81. 

Rick Pitino has bold idea for Big East and ACC 'super league'

Conference expansion and the emergence of "super conferences" in the Big Ten and SEC — alongside the effective death of the Pac-12 as we knew it — has been all the rage on the college football side of college athletes, but conference realignment has impacted college hoops as well.

Travis Kelce isn't ready to make a decision on future, but it's an easy call

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has been playing NFL football at a very high level for a long time. He's certainly going to be a Hall of Famer when he hangs it up, but this 2024 season left something to be desired.

Alabama HC Nate Oats discusses high-stakes matchup vs. No. 1 Auburn

When the Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tigers meet on Saturday at Coleman Coliseum, a lot more than in-state bragging rights will be on the line.

Mike McDaniel hoping to get Dolphins offense going with addition of Bobby Slowik

McDaniel is bringing in the 37-year-old to help jumpstart a passing offense that averaged only 218.9 yards per game.

Alabama freshman QB Keelon Russell puts focus on football over NIL

Russell is expected to have a big profile at Alabama as he looks to be one of the quarterbacks vying to replace Jalen Milroe.

Texas A&M loses commitment from 2026 four-star TE

Xavier Tiller from Fairburn, Georgia is one of the top tight ends in the 2026 class. That's bad news for Texas A&M, because he had been committed to the Aggies since November 2024, but that commitment no longer stands.

Oregon lands top safety via the transfer portal

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning has landed a top safety transfer prospect.

Lincoln Riley addresses L.A. fires and pledges USC's support to community

USC head coach Lincoln Riley had plenty to talk about when it comes to football — as he hired several new members to his staff this offseason — but as he heads into his fourth season as head coach of the Trojans, there is plenty going on off the field nearby that demands his attention as well.

Alabama HC Nate Oats wants team to close better after narrow win

Alabama Crimson Tide basketball coach Nate Oats will take the win, especially with John Calipari's Arkansas Razorbacks on the other sideline.