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Week 2 saw big-time performances and shocking upsets. It also has many wondering if some college coaches could be on their way out. - Louis


	CFB Week 2 winners and losers: Baylor QB shines in big way

	CFB Week 2 takeaways: Don't hit the panic button just yet
	How Arch Manning took step in right direction during blowout win
	Steve Sarkisian rips into his Texas players after win
	Colorado has a QB controversy and Shedeur Sanders loves it
	Julian Sayin sets Ohio State record in win over Grambling
	Bill Belichick earns first win behind UNC's stout defense

The Top 10


10	Steelers, star defensive player finally reach contract solution

	Cameron Heyward's new deal is raising eyebrows in a bad way
	Lions agree to monster contract extension with WR Jameson Williams
	Jaguars' Week 1 plan for two-way star Travis Hunter is officially revealed
	Micah Parsons admits surprise over what he discovered in Green Bay
	Jalen Carter gets good news after spitting incident in Week 1
	Spit happens: A very brief history of expectoration in sports


9	Aryna Sabalenka in rarefied air after women's U.S. Open repeat

	Sabalenka ousts Amanda Anisimova to repeat as U.S. Open champ
	Carlos Alcaraz sweeps Novak Djokovic to reach U.S. Open final
	This stat shows Father Time has caught up to Djokovic
	Tennis experts make their predictions for the men's U.S. Open finals
	Daniil Medvedev's new coaches revealed for Asian tournament series


8	Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll achieves rare MLB feat

	Diamondbacks belt three home runs, double up Red Sox
	26-year-old pitching prospect finally has chance to make MLB debut
	Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirms major Aaron Judge news
	Pat Murphy shares Christian Yelich update amid continued absence
	Tigers veteran righty to conclude lost season with hip surgery

"We created it. We deserve it. So, you know, if you play football like that, you're going to be criticized." - Billy Napier


7	Billy Napier talks job security concern after loss to USF

	No. 13 Florida shows how little has changed in loss to South Florida
	Army pulls off a stunning road upset against Kansas State
	Oklahoma State HC Mike Gundy's seat is hot after humiliating loss
	Everyone asked the same question about Gundy after blowout loss
	Syracuse HC Fran Brown punishes team after win over UConn


6	Mercury blow chance to keep pace for No. 2 seed

	Mercury star regains the single-season assist record
	Mercury’s Satou Sabally reflects on move to Phoenix, praises rookies
	Aces top Lynx, stretch winning streak to a franchise-record 13
	Sky suspend Angel Reese following critical comments of team
	Natisha Hiedeman's big game for Lynx ruins big night for Valkyries
	Sparks go for season sweep of Wings and much-needed win


5	Connor Zilisch wins Xfinity Series regular-season finale

	William Sawalich comes up one spot shy of first career win
	The 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series playoff field is now set
	'I'm gonna get flack for it': Ryan Blaney ranks NASCAR's crown-jewel races
	Power rankings: Misfortune befalls a plethora of playoff drivers
	NASCAR Enjoy Illinois 300 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines


4	Key takeaways from USMNT's concerning home loss to Korea

	FC Dallas, Jacob Jackson weather storm for draw with St. Louis
	Playoff hopeful Dynamo allow late goal, settle for draw with Galaxy
	Fire build a three-goal lead, fend off Revolution's late rally
	15-year-old Arsenal prospect is poised for Champions League record
	England captain predicted to land with Manchester United next summer
	Soccer's summer transfer window: Which deals will be the most impactful?

"Everybody’s too good for you to not match the energy of our opponent... We learned a valuable lesson.” - Patrick Mahomes


3	Patrick Mahomes sends strong warning to Chiefs after loss

	Friday night takeaways: Justin Herbert, Chargers deliver statement win
	Chiefs get more bad WR news just three plays into the season
	Chiefs star on fighting with teammate over mistake on game-losing play
	Will this be the year the Chargers justify all of the hype?
	Mahomes opens up about when he could potentially retire
	Free agent WR wants Chiefs to sign him


2	Standout players from first EuroBasket knockout games

	Kristaps Porzingis has shown Celtics fans what they're missing
	Nikola Jokic, Serbia eliminated by Finland, Lauri Markkanen in upset
	Turkey, Germany both advance to the EuroBasket quarterfinals
	Five EuroBasket stars who could have a breakout year in the NBA
	NBA makes major move regarding Clippers, Kawhi Leonard investigation
	Dwight Howard, others enter Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame


1	Ken Dryden's impact on NHL went beyond his playing career

	Dryden dies at 78
	Dryden remembered for off-ice exploits as much as six Cup wins
	Statement from Maple Leafs GM on the passing of Dryden
	Tributes pour in for Dryden
	Dryden's journey in photos

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