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Austen Bundy

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Austen Bundy is a journalist and sports junkie from the Washington, D.C. area. A proud Sun Devil alum, he graduated from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University. If it skates, runs, dribbles and/or scores, he's probably watching that game. You can follow him on X/Twitter @AustenBundyDC.

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NHL, Fútbol, NFL CFB, CBB, Tennis, Swimming

Watch: Rutgers escapes as Washington misses last-second, game-tying FG

Rutgers held on for the 21-18 win and now moves to 4-0 on the year, matching its best start through four games since the 2012 season.

Watch: Miami survives upset bid from Virginia Tech, controversial final play

The game came down to the final play of regulation when the Hokies thought they came away with a Hail Mary catch in the back of the end zone, but after a lengthy and controversial review, it was determined to be an incomplete pass

Surprising college making push to join Pac-12, Mountain West

College football conference realignment appears to be on the brink of another monumental shift. But instead of a mass exodus from the Pac-12, there seems to be a line forming to get in.

Can Congress fix NIL 'dysfunction' as NCAA president urges?

The president of the NCAA, Charlie Baker, made a long-winded plea on X on Friday, urging the U.S. Congress "to create national NIL guidelines" in order to "protect student-athletes from exploitation."

Louisiana lawmakers want to reintroduce live tiger to LSU football sidelines

No. 14 LSU hardly needs a tiger on the sidelines to bring it good luck.

How Hurricane Helene is impacting college football Week 5 games

In the aftermath of the storm, and those still in the path of its remnants, several college football games scheduled for Friday and Saturday are being impacted.

Report: Steelers TE tried to get Derwin James' suspension overturned

During James' appeal call with the league, Pat Freiermuth called in to defend the defensive back and ask the league to overturn the suspension, according to ESPN's Pat McAfee.

Chiefs-Chargers will feature an NFL-first coaching matchup

When Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid faces off against Los Angeles Chargers' Jim Harbaugh on Sunday, the two will make NFL history on the sidelines.

Former Giants Super Bowl champ has harsh words for HC Brian Daboll

Super Bowl XLVI champion Chris Canty expressed his frustration with Brian Daboll on ESPN's "Get Up" on Friday morning.

Giants players share frustrations after close loss to Cowboys

The New York Giants fell 20-15 to their division-rival Dallas Cowboys on "Thursday Night Football," failing to find the endzone but putting up five field goals in a tight game.

Watch: Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton tie Yankees' home run record

Thanks to massive home runs from Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton in a 10-1 win over the Orioles, New York was crowned division champ.

Grounds crew hands out dirt to fans as Oakland Coliseum hosts final A's game

Thursday marks the end of an iconic, and more recently sad, era for American baseball. 

Jayden Daniels reflects on early college career as Commanders practice at Arizona State

The former Sun Devils passer reflected on his time in Tempe and how it shaped him into the player he is today.

Could there be a player strike looming in European soccer?

Soccer fans rarely go without games to watch at any point during the calendar year, but for some high-profile players, that's the problem.

Is UNLV QB's departure over NIL dispute the start of a trend?

The UNLV Rebels are 3-0 entering Week 5 but the team will have to continue the season without starting quarterback Matthew Sluka after he announced his departure from the team over a dispute regarding NIL compensation. Is Sluka's move just the start for college athletics?

Giants' Malik Nabers locks in ahead of 'TNF' clash with rival Cowboys

The New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys are fierce divisional rivals. So, Thursday's primetime matchup between the two will be sure to bring the intensity and drama.

Giants' Malik Nabers admits he likely lost Rookie of the Week to former LSU teammate

Nabers believes his efforts against Cleveland were outshined by his former LSU teammate during "Monday Night Football."

What Pac-12's lawsuit against Mountain West means for conference realignment

The Pac-12 Conference was left floundering in 2023 when 10 of its members decided to leave for other Power Five destinations.

What Reggie Bush's NIL lawsuit means for NCAA, USC and Pac-12

Former USC running back and 2005 Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush is synonymous with college football. That very sentiment is why Bush is suing the NCAA, his alma mater and the Pac-12 Conference over lost name, image and likeness compensation.

Man City's Erling Haaland won't face punishment after throwing ball at opponent

Sunday's thrilling match between reigning Premier League champions Manchester City and back-to-back runner-up Arsenal had all the makings of a classic rivalry match. It also produced some contentious moments.

Watch: Blues hilariously troll Utah Hockey Club for preseason own goal

The Utah Hockey Club scored its first NHL goal on Sunday — well, not exactly.

Could Seattle's Nika Muhl be one of the WNBA's next stars?

The WNBA got a lot of attention this year mostly because of rookie sensations Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, but if fans stick around to watch next year, there's likely to be even more talent hitting the court.

Watch: TCU head coach ejected in rivalry game loss to former team

You don't see coaches ejected in football very often, but TCU HC Sonny Dykes was given the boot in Saturday's loss to SMU.

Watch: Arkansas, Auburn trade interceptions in final minute of first half

Arkansas and Auburn had 50 seconds remaining in the first half Saturday and neither team seemed to want the ball. Both teams traded interceptions over the course of 26 seconds of game time.

Nationals send strong message by demoting All-Star after casino all-nighter

The Nationals are taking the shortstop's infraction very seriously.