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Chicago Bears 2024 53-Man Transaction Tracker and an explanation of the new IR rule

We’re keeping track of all the Bears transactions as they reduce the roster to 53 players. We'll also explain the new injured reserve rule and the tweak made to the third quarterback rule.

Bears pull off another trade as busy offseason continues

The Bears are not done augmenting their defensive line situation.

Angel Reese makes basketball history not seen since Shaquille O’Neal in 1993

Angel Reese continues making history. The WNBA Rookie of the Year contender had yet another 20-rebound game for the Chicago Sky in a close 82-80 loss against the Connecticut Sun on Friday night. Reese finished with 13 points and 20 rebounds, seven on the offensive glass, more than any of her other teammates had rebounds. According to ESPN, she became the first player in the WNBA to record 20 rebounds in two consecutive games, and the first...

Avery Johnson on why Michael Jordan is the GOAT: "Everybody is a distant second to Mike"

Retired NBA guard Avery Johnson explains why Michael Jordan deserves to be recognized as the undisputed greatest player ever in NBA history.

Nick Saban predicts 12-team College Football Playoff field on ESPN College GameDay

The expanded College Football Playoff is coming and it promises plenty of intrigue, not the least of which is seeing which teams some of the top analysts have penciled in with their playoff predictions. ESPN’s Nick Saban is the latest to provide his picks for this year’s Playoff field and he’s got mostly powerhouses included in the mix. CLICK HERE ...

Dutch GP: Lando Norris storms to pole as Lewis Hamilton investigation launched

Lando Norris pulled out a stormer of a lap to clinch pole position at Zandvoort.

12 players to watch in Giants preseason finale

With roster cuts looming, it’s final impression time

West Ham's Soucek and Bowen pull ball boy from underneath collapsed advertising screen during game

LONDON (AP) — West Ham's Tomas Soucek and Jarrod Bowen had to cut short their goal celebrations to pull a ball boy out from underneath an advertising screen that collapsed during the team's 2-0 win at Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday. Soucek had just scored the opening goal in the 67th minute and Bowen jumped onto his back as they celebrated in front of the away fans at Selhurst Park. But some of those supporters spilled onto the...

Why is NASCAR at Daytona taking place on Saturday? Shift from Sunday explained

NASCAR will be in line for Prime Time viewership this weekend as the Cup Series regular season nears a close.

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani has immediate reaction to reaching 40-40 mark with walk-off grand slam

Despite Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani’s inability to pitch with the recovery of the Tommy John surgery, he is still absolutely dynamite with the bat and Friday was another historic case where a walk-off grand slam put him in the 40/40 club. This is the first time a Dodgers player in their vast history

Guardians' bats go ice cold and three other things to know as American League Central race tightens up

The AL Central is suddenly a three-team race

Breaking Olympics Drought, Fred Richards' Mother Voices Opinion on Men's Gymnastics: 'Haven't Got a Lot of Attention'

20-year-old gymnastics star Frederick Richard has always had a knack for making history, but he's really outdone himself this time. The post Breaking Olympics Drought, Fred Richards' Mother Voices Opinion on Men's Gymnastics: 'Haven't Got a Lot of Attention' appeared first on EssentiallySports.

Notes: Muncy’s return, Kopech zeroes, WBC schedule

Max Muncy has been on an extra-base tear since returning from the injured list, and explained the displaced rib that exacerbated his oblique strain. Plus, more on Michael Kopech has made a few tweaks since joining the Dodgers bullpen, and new details on the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Georgia Tech topples No. 10 Florida State at Ireland

Aidan Birr made a 44-yard field goal as time expired to give Georgia Tech a 24-21 upset victory over No. 10 Florida State on Saturday in the season opener for both teams at Dublin, Ireland.

Avery johnson explains what makes Devin Booker one of the most misunderstood stars in the NBA: "He’s got a mean streak"

NBA guard Avery Johnson believes Devin Booker is a misunderstood star in the league and claims the Phoenix Suns superstar is extremely tough.

Scouting, Baseball Gods, Team Up To Laugh At Lottery

“If the A’s didn’t have bad luck, they wouldn’t have any luck at all.” The poor Oakland Athletics, the second worst team in MLB in 2022 and the worst in 2023, chose the wrong moment to turn to hot garbage — prior to 2022 you always drafted in reverse order of record, but here came a lottery full of balls whose names seemed to be “not Oakland”. And so the A’s were given not the 2nd, but the 6th pick in the 2023 draft and then not the 1st, but the...

‘Raw Dawg’ Meets Taira In UFC Vegas 98 Main Event

Who wins this flyweight headliner?

Steve Spurrier reflects on coaching career, sets record straight on leaving South Carolina

Steve Spurrier is the type of coach that wanted to be challenged. Why take over an established program when he could turn around one that hasn’t won before? Doesn’t that sound more fun? Reflecting back on his career on Stephen Garcia and Patrick DiMarco’s new podcast, Tailgate Talks with DiMarco and Garcia, Spurrier was once asked why he wouldn’t g...

2024 Little League World Series: Updated bracket, schedule, results and how to watch

There are just six teams left in the 2024 Little League World Series. Here's the remaining bracket and schedule, plus how to watch the final games.

The Steelers quarterback battle is over like it never happened

If you were holding onto even a shred of hope that there was a quarterback battle with the Pittsburgh Steelers, it only took about five minutes of this week's preseason game against the Detroit Lions to crush those hopes and dreams. Starting quarterback Russell Wil

Padres, dynamic catching duo continue playoff push vs. Mets

On their own, Kyle Higashioka and Luis Campusano are two ordinary major league players. But if you mix the stats of the two catchers together, you have the top home run hitter for the playoff-contending San Diego Padres.

3 Pittsburgh Steelers who played their way off the roster in preseason finale and why

The Pittsburgh Steelers have to be leaning toward cutting these three players after they failed to make a statement in the preseason finale, a loss on the road to the Lions.

Shohei Ohtani joins the 40-40 club in dramatic fashion

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani made MLB history on Friday night, and did so in dramatic fashion

Searching for Brett Gardner — and a reliable left fielder

Brett Gardner won’t be at Old-Timers’ Day. Three years after his final game, his steady presence in left field is also missing.

Kirk Herbstreit Identifies Potential 'Sleeping Giant' In The Big Ten

Herbstreit was very high on this team in 2024

Five Steelers on Verge of Making Roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers have several players on the verge of making the roster.

Jeanie Buss Appreciates Bronny James’ Work Ethic

The Los Angeles Lakers made one of the most talked-about second round picks in NBA history when they selected Bronny James 55th overall earlier this offseason.

Indiana Fever vs Minnesota Lynx starting lineups and depth charts for August 24 | 2024 WNBA Season

The Minnesota Lynx will host the Indiana Fever on Saturday night with both sides desperate for a win to cement their place in the 2024 WNBA playoffs.

RANKED: Every MLB Stadium From Worst To Best

5 questions for the Cowboys ahead of the preseason finale against the Chargers

There are still a handful of things the Cowboys need to figure out against the Chargers.

“I heard Pat Riley wore that number here” – Vlade Divac explains why he chose jersey No.12 with the Lakers

Vlade Divac shared the only reason he chose No.12 jersey number was because Pat Riley wore it during his time with the Lakers

Caitlin Clark fans prove doubters wrong as analyst's 6-month old prediction comes true amid Fever's rise: "Cooked the haters"

Fans reacted to the hate that basketball analyst Rebecca Lobo got for backing Caitlin Clark before she was drafted by the Indiana Fever.

German high jumper Christina Honsel in images

German high jumper Christina Honsel in images

Aaron Judge claims he's not yet 'locked in' after Yankees star hits 49th home run, fifth in four days

Judge has homered 10 times in his first 19 games this month, putting him on pace to clear 60 for the season

6 Winners, 4 Losers from the Ravens’ preseason loss to the Packers

Who gained and lost ground following the Ravens’ final preseason game?

Lions vs. Steelers: Live score updates, highlights, news

Get your drive-by-drive analysis, live score updates, and highlights for Lions vs. Steelers right here.

Alexander Albon’s disqualification at F1 Dutch Grand Prix qualifying, explained

Despite qualifying eighth at the Dutch Grand Prix, Alexander Albon will not start there

"He blocked every shot" - Larry Brown on how a 43-yer-old Wilt Chamberlain humbled Magic Johnson

Larry Brown how dominant Wilt Chamberlain was even after retirement.

Decision Day: The Latest on a Pair of Prized LSU Football Targets

The LSU Tigers are finalists for a pair of coveted 2025 targets. What's the latest buzz?

Skylar Thompson earned backup QB spot in final preseason game

Skylar Thompson made a strong case to come out on top of the Dolphins' backup quarterback battle Friday night against the Buccaneers.

Ohtani hits grand slam in 9th inning, becomes fastest player in MLB history to join 40-40 club

The Japanese superstar blasted a two-out grand slam in the ninth inning for his 40th homer after earlier stealing his 40th base, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 7-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night.

Zach Allen excited about the potential of the Denver Broncos revamped defensive line

The Denver Broncos revamped defensive line has the chemistry and talent to lead a turnaround on that side of the ball in 2024.

2024 Detroit Lions updated depth chart: Preseason Game 3 vs. Steelers

An updated look at the 2024 Detroit Lions depth chart heading into preseason Game 3 vs Pittsburgh Steelers.

"The only time I took a game off is when I couldn't walk" - When Kobe Bryant sounded off on load management

Bryant explained why he never liked the idea of taking a few games off.

Baltimore Orioles Using Game-Changing Grand Slam as Season's Turning Point

With the Baltimore Orioles reeling recently, they are hoping to use this game-changing moment to turn their season around.

Red Sox catcher set to make baseball history next week

The Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays will resume a suspended game next week, and it will be a moment that has never happened before.

Continuity at Defensive Coordinator is an Underrated Component of the Minnesota Vikings

How much will stability at the DC position help the Vikings in 2024?

MLB Network's Greg Maddux Documentary Is A Must Watch

'MLB Network Presents: One Of A Kind' is the story of one of the greatest pitchers in Atlanta Braves history

Ranking the Top 35 College Football Players for 2024

Explore our expert rankings of 2024's top college football talents. Dive into profiles, stats, and insights on standout players set to dominate the field.

When Kenny Smith said Steph Curry is the Michael Jordan of this era minus the dunks: "It's the only difference"

Smith compares Steph Curry's impact with Michael Jordan's