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Lynx use epic comeback to clinch series, avoid WNBA chaos

Lynx use epic comeback to clinch series, avoid WNBA chaos

When the Golden State Valkyries built an 18-point lead over the Minnesota Lynx on Wednesday night, it felt like another WNBA playoff series was headed for a do-or-die game.

Breanna Stewart's injury putting Liberty's championship hopes in jeopardy
Fever win first playoff game in a decade, force deciding game vs. Dream
Fever or Dream will earn rare semifinal berth with Game 3 win
Wings rookie Paige Bueckers joins elite company with rare trifecta
Against odds, Storm in position for huge upset of Aces in Las Vegas
NASCAR News / Yardbarker / September 18
New Hampshire presents a unique challenge for NASCAR playoffs

New Hampshire presents a unique challenge for NASCAR playoffs

On Sunday, the New Hampshire Motor Speedway will play host to a NASCAR Cup Series playoff race for the first time since 2017.

NASCAR power rankings: A big shake-up after Round 16 closes
What the NASCAR Cup Series playoff standings look like after Bristol
The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 17
NBA commissioner Adam Silver comments on new European league

NBA commissioner Adam Silver comments on new European league

There's a new basketball league forming based in Europe, and it's something that NBA commissioner Adam Silver apparently has a pretty keen eye on.

Timeline emerges for possible resolution to Kawhi Leonard probe
Leonard's Uncle Dennis reportedly demanded money from Clippers
Clippers' concessions to superstar may have cost Raptors a dynasty
How the NBA's investigation of Clippers impacts the Thunder
Lakers' LeBron James praises 'savant' teammate as his career is nearing end
Anthony Davis explains how payments work for NBA players
Why the stars could be aligning for No. 4 Miami after undefeated start

Why the stars could be aligning for No. 4 Miami after undefeated start

There was a lot of intrigue surrounding the No. 4 Miami Hurricanes Hurricanes coming into the season after bringing in former Georgia quarterback Carson Beck.

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Carson Beck, John Mateer new Heisman favorites
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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / September 17
Maple Leafs underdog at risk of losing his spot

Maple Leafs underdog at risk of losing his spot despite elite numbers

The Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing for the 2025-26 season, and although they have been involved in much trade speculation, some solutions could already be on the roster.

Maple Leafs defenseman could assume new role with Toronto next season
How a trade with Penguins could solve Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner problem
Maple Leafs may not need to look far for Marner replacement
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17
Angels will never be relevant while Moreno owns the team

Angels will never be relevant while Arte Moreno owns the team

Moreno's ownership has taken a sharp downturn — marked by poor decisions, front office instability and missed opportunities.

Angels P Jose Soriano leaves game after being hit by liner
Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?
The 'Multiple MLB MVP award winners' quiz
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 17
49ers confident in QB situation amid stunning Brock Purdy news

Kyle Shanahan has surprising Brock Purdy update — 49ers are confident in QB situation regardless

Brock Purdy missed the San Francisco 49ers' Week 2 win over the New Orleans Saints.

Kyle Shanahan confirms 49ers have lost another offensive starter to injury
Pete Carroll admits disappointing truth about Ashton Jeanty
Jeanty has honest take about his role, and Raiders must change their ways
Should Bears fans be worried about coach Ben Johnson's practice habits?
'That's a concern': Steelers' Omar Khan hears something a GM never wants to
College Football News / Yardbarker / September 17
How Nebraska's Raiola must mentally prepare for Michigan

How Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola must mentally prepare for Michigan

The Nebraska Cornhuskers have a huge game coming up this weekend against the No. 21 Michigan Wolverines. The Huskers are 3-0 and have a chance to make a huge statement with a win over Michigan.

It's time for Nebraska to face a 'whole other animal' in Big Ten play
Five CFB teams that can make the biggest statements in Week 4
The 25 greatest dual-threat college quarterbacks from the 21st century
Ben Johnson News / Yardbarker / September 17
Should Bears fans be worried about Johnson's practice habits?

Should Bears fans be worried about Ben Johnson's practice habits?

On Wednesday, Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson had a message for his team: You play like you practice.

Johnson's explanation for Jared Goff's beatdown of Bears is terrible news for Dennis Allen
Where Caleb Williams showed 'tremendous growth' in Bears' blowout loss to Lions
Assessing the panic level for NFL's 0-2 teams
Ranking all 32 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season
The 'Chicago Bears head coaches' quiz
Seattle Seahawks News / Yardbarker / September 17
Seahawks' Byron Murphy II expected to have monster Week 3

Seahawks' Byron Murphy II expected to have monster Week 3

It wouldn’t take long for Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II to be one of the most consistent defenders as a rookie last season. This season, Murphy took a huge and explosive step in just two games played.

Seahawks work out four including DE Shaq Lawson
Seahawks own rare distinction in Aaron Rodgers’ career going back to Green Bay
Steelers vs. Seahawks: Five surprises in Sunday’s loss
Which NFL teams have the longest Super Bowl droughts?
The 'Rookies to rush for 1,000+ yards in an NFL season' quiz
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / September 17
Ashton Jeanty has honest take about his role, and Raiders must change their ways

Ashton Jeanty has honest take about his role, and Raiders must change their ways

Las Vegas Raiders fans are wishing the team would give rookie running back Ashton Jeanty more carries. 

Raiders' Pete Carroll admits disappointing truth about Ashton Jeanty
NFL's stance on Tom Brady controversy does little to quell legitimate concerns
Are NFL owners rethinking Tom Brady, Fox conflict of interest situation?
Grading the offseason for all 32 NFL teams
The 'RBs taken in the first round of the NFL Draft since 2005' quiz
New York Rangers News / Yardbarker / September 17
Rangers' major decision signals a franchise shift

Rangers' major decision signals a franchise shift

The New York Rangers are preparing for a 2025-26 season that looks to be a significant qualitative leap in relation to their performance last campaign, where they couldn't reach the playoffs.

Rangers’ J.T. Miller named 29th captain in team history
Why the Rangers are set for a bounce-back season in 2025-26
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The 'NHL active short-handed goals leaders' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 18
Clippers concessions to superstar may have cost Raptors a dynasty

Clippers' concessions to superstar may have cost Raptors a dynasty

Kawhi Leonard and his uncle made extraordinary demands when he became a free agent in 2019. When the Los Angeles Clippers met many of them, it may have cost the Toronto Raptors multiple titles.

Voiding star's contract would reward, not punish, Clippers
Clippers’ Steve Ballmer: ‘I was personally defrauded’ by Aspiration
How NBA's investigation of Clippers impacts Thunder
Athletes who were stars for their hometown pro teams
The 'Highest career postseason PPG for the 2019 NBA conference finalists teams' quiz
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / September 17
Dodgers' intriguing plan for Shohei Ohtani could work

Dodgers have intriguing plan for Shohei Ohtani — and it just might work

There are question marks with such a plan, but it could work.

Dodgers' Ohtani achieves feat that not even Babe Ruth accomplished
Dodgers collapse yet again to waste Ohtani’s no-hit effort
Angels will never be a relevant team while Arte Moreno owns them
Cubs look for October magic after most successful season in years
Mets' David Stearns confirms opinion of Carlos Mendoza amid wild-card race
Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / September 17
Patrick Mahomes addresses early concern about struggling Chiefs

Patrick Mahomes addresses early concern about struggling Chiefs

The Chiefs, who are 0-2 following the loss to Philadelphia, must make changes heading into Sunday's game at the New York Giants (0-2).

Travis Kelce reveals who's to blame for Chiefs' Week 2 loss to Eagles
Chiefs could to turn to rookie to fix major problem
Insider claims Chiefs have lost their edge in one key area
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 season
The '10+ Pro Bowl selections' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17
Cubs look for October magic after most successful season in years

Cubs look for October magic after most successful season in years

No matter how the season ends, the Chicago Cubs have already accomplished something they have failed to achieve in recent years. 

Cubs defeat Pirates, earn first playoff berth since 2020
Bad news on Kyle Tucker, Cubs must prep for playoff life without star
Cubs linked to two high-end free agent starting pitchers by analyst
The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s
The '1999 MLB All-Star Game rosters' quiz
New York Jets News / Yardbarker / September 17
Aaron Glenn has hope — but he's not being realistic

Aaron Glenn tries to provide hope for the Jets' situation — but he's not being realistic

The 0-2 New York Jets enter their Week 3 contest against the 2-0 Tampa Bay Buccaneers with their backs against the wall.  

QB update doesn't inspire confidence for perpetually disappointing Jets
Jaguars coach defends Travis Hunter plan even though it hasn't been working
Scout's inside look at Aaron Rodgers' play with Steelers passes the sniff test
Mike McDaniel's message to Dolphins after 0-2 start is revealed
Patrick Mahomes addresses early concern about struggling Chiefs
Georgia Bulldogs News / Yardbarker / September 17
'You kept your mouth shut': CFB legend praises Georgia star

'You kept your mouth shut': College Football Hall of Famer praises Georgia star

Count College Football Hall of Famer and CBS Sports analyst Aaron Taylor among the fans of Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton, who led the Bulldogs to a thrilling 44-41 overtime win against Tennessee on the road on Saturday.

Dabo Swinney sends wild message to his critics; should Clemson move on?
Ole Miss HC Lane Kiffin makes a bold prediction about rival coach
How Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola must mentally prepare for Michigan
Why stars could be aligning for No. 4 Miami after undefeated start
Five intriguing HC candidates for UCLA
Five CFB teams that can make the biggest statements in Week 4
St. Louis Cardinals News / Yardbarker / September 17
Why a Sonny Gray trade makes sense for the Cardinals

Why a Sonny Gray trade makes sense for the Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals are struggling to stay alive in the National League wild-card picture. They are going to have to rebuild this offseason, and that may include trading some popular players, namely pitcher Sonny Gray.

Why trading Nolan Arenado would be good for Cardinals
Cardinals' Willson Contreras done for 2025 season
The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s
The 'Most strikeouts in the 2010s' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL offensive stars of yesteryear you probably forgot about

25 NFL offensive stars of yesteryear you probably forgot about

No Hall of Famers or one-year wonders here, just high-end performers who were among their era's best. 

New York Jets News / Yardbarker / September 17
Reporters share differing views on Jets' potential QB controversy

Reporters share differing views on Jets' potential Tyrod Taylor, Justin Fields QB controversy

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed on Wednesday that Taylor will start in place of the injured Fields (concussion) for the Week 3 game at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Jets reveal decision on Justin Fields for Buccaneers game
The best rebuilds in NFL history
The 'NFL QB season rushing leaders' quiz
Boxing News / Yardbarker
The 25 best boxing fights that never happened

The 25 best boxing fights that never happened

Boxing fans are frequently reminded that can't-miss fights frequently do not happen. Various stumbling blocks have impeded much-anticipated bouts. Here are the modern era's biggest makeable fights that did not end up taking place.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / September 17
Are NFL owners rethinking Tom Brady, Fox conflict of interest situation?

Are NFL owners rethinking Tom Brady, Fox conflict of interest situation?

Concerns regarding Brady's roles as a broadcaster and a minority owner have resurfaced.

Pete Carroll quickly refutes speculation about Tom Brady
Tom Brady's dual role could be major loss for fans, headache for NFL
Grading the offseason for all 32 NFL teams
The 'Replacements for notable NFL QBs' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 17
Maple Leafs may not need to look far for Mitch Marner replacement

Maple Leafs may not need to look far for Mitch Marner replacement

The Toronto Maple Leafs face a challenge following Mitch Marner’s move to Las Vegas — but the answer might already be on the roster.

Matias Maccelli says his motivation is the highest it’s ever been upon joining Maple Leafs
Maple Leafs star makes bold contract demand, but deal not yet close
Maple Leafs defenseman could assume new role with Toronto next season
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz
College Football News / Yardbarker / September 17
Five CFB teams that can make the biggest statements in Week 4

Five CFB teams that can make the biggest statements in Week 4

Week 4 of the 2025 college football regular season is chock-full of compelling games and storylines, headlined by three Associated Press top 25 showdowns. Here are five we're monitoring on Saturday.

Carson Beck, John Mateer new Heisman favorites
Dabo Swinney sends wild message to his critics; should Clemson move on from him?
It's time for Nebraska to face a 'whole other animal' in Big Ten play
College football 2025: 25 impactful transfers to keep an eye on

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