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Seven LIV golfers invited to PGA Championship

The PGA Championship officially has Tiger Woods in a field released Tuesday that also includes invitations to seven players from Saudi-funded LIV Golf.

NHL draft lottery odds, top prospects, how to watch

Boston University star Macklin Celebrini is the top prospect in the 2024 NHL draft. Who has the best odds to win Tuesday night's draft lottery?

4 main reasons the Dodgers have climbed out from their early season slump

The Dodgers had high expectations entering the season, but needed to rebound from a mid-April skid. Los Angeles has done so, thanks to better contributions from the pitching staff and an energy boost from an exciting rookie.

Where does Raiders’ offensive line stand now?

Las Vegas added experienced veteran to line this week

2024 Preakness Stakes horses, futures, odds, date: Expert who hit last year's superfecta reveals picks

Jody Demling revealed his Preakness Stakes 2024 picks for the Run for the Black-Eyed Susans on Saturday, May 18 at Pimlico Race Course

Why the Badgers went for Camren Hunter, John Tonje, and Xavier Amos in the transfer portal

The Badgers addressed several needs in the transfer portal with three key additions.

The three most disappointing teams in MLB so far

We are nearly a quarter of the way through the 2024 Major League Baseball season and some teams have not quite matched their preseason expectations. While there is still time for these teams to turn it around, let’s take a look at three of the most disappointing teams in the league entering play on Tuesday.

As Nelly Korda resumes historic run, here are PGA Tour players with at least 6 straight wins

Korda is trying to stand alone in LPGA history with six wins in as many starts.

3 internal fixes that could get the St. Louis Cardinals' lineup going

The offense has been the main culprit for the Cardinals' early-season struggles. These three changes could potentially do some good for the Redbirds.

The Athletic Releases Its Post-Spring College Football Top 10

On Tuesday afternoon the Athletic released its list of the top 25 college football programs heading into the 2024 season. Unsurprisingly a loaded Ohio State Buckeyes team sits at No. 1 in the rankings. Head coach Ryan Day and company have elite players returning at just about every position on the ...

Obi Ezeh, former Michigan standout linebacker, dead at 36

Former Michigan Wolverines standout linebacker Obi Ezeh has died, his family and the school announced on Sunday. He was 36. He tried to make it to the NFL.

Shohei Ohtani Hits A Home Run In Third Straight Game

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani continued hitting homers with another one in Monday's 6-3 victory over the Miami Marlins. Ohtani went 2-for-3 with a two-run homer, one walk, and one strikeout. This marked his third straight game with a home run. The 29-year-old phenom continues ...

Seahawks earn high ranking for 2024 undrafted free agent class

Undrafted free agents eat up significant snaps each season; thankfully, it looks like the Seahawks recruited some exciting talent.

Luka Doncic Names His Top 3 Perimeter Defenders In The NBA

Luka Doncic is set to lead his Dallas Mavericks into a tough battle with the No. 1 seeded Oklahoma City Thunder for a second-round NBA playoff matchup that will feature some of the league’s most exciting young stars. Doncic will have to deal with some of the league’s best perimeter defense from a guy who he believes is one of the league’s top three perimeter defenders. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon shared a quote from Luka praising OKC guard Lu Dort, who...

2024 NFL schedule release sneak peek: Here are seven things we already know about this year's slate of games

The 2024 schedule isn't out yet, but we already know quite a few things about this year's slate of games

Detroit Lions signed pair of free agents on Tuesday

The Detroit Lions announced a pair of free-agent signings on Tuesday, including the team bringing back one of its former players.

5 NFL trade candidates who could still move and their perfect landing spot

With the 2024 NFL Draft firmly in the rearview mirror, that doesn't mean all rosters are set for next season. Here are five marquee NFL stars I think still have a chance to be traded before the start of training camp later this summer.

College football's biggest winners and losers from spring practice, transfer portal

With spring practice in the books across major college football, let's take a look at the biggest winners and losers from spring semester and the second transfer portal window.

2024 NBA playoffs: Second-round scores, schedule, times, TV, key stats, who to watch

The conference semifinals are just about set. Which teams will continue the momentum they've built from the first round?

Top 10 Baseball Players Not Currently in MLB

The list of the 10 best players not currently in Major League Baseball is a mix of former and future U.S. stars and a handful of the best players in Asia.

City of Cleveland to Block Browns Owners From Exploring New Stadium

The Cleveland City Council enact the "Art Modell Law" as the Haslams explore stadium options.

Who has qualified for UEFA Champions League 2024/25?: Updated list of teams in new expanded competition

There will be 36 teams in the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 after the governing body made significant changes to the format of the competition.

Way too early top 25: Where does Tennessee check in after landing three transfers?

Too high? Too low?

UNC Basketball: Setting reasonable expectations for the Heels’ next center

UNC’s next big doesn’t need to be a home run hitter, they just need to have a good batting average.

College softball rankings: 2024 NCAA Top 25 poll

How high does Oklahoma State climb? Where does Oklahoma fall? Here's the final regular season top 25 poll.

Caitlin Clark to the Olympics, Aces will win third title: 10 bold predictions for the 2024 WNBA season

The 2024 draft class has amped up excitement around the WNBA season, which kicks off May 14. USA TODAY Sports offers 10 bold predictions.

Predicting Landing Spots for the Top 65 Players in the CFB Spring Transfer Portal

As the spring window continues to unravel in the transfer portal, talent from around the country continues to enter looking for their next team ahead of 2024.

2024 NFL strength of schedule for all 32 teams: Browns, Ravens among hardest; Falcons, Saints have it easiest

Here's how the strength of schedule ranking breaks down for all 32 teams heading into the 2024 season

NASCAR explains why the painted start/finish line isn't accurate

NASCAR had their closest finish in history via Kansas Speedway with just a 0.001 interval On Sunday, NASCAR raced on the 1.5-mile of Kansas Speedway. It was a thrilling race from start and it ended with a photo finish in NASCAR Overtime. Kyle Larson and Chris Buescher battled side by side to the finish line. ... Read more

3 Early Cubs Trade Deadline Targets

The Chicago Cubs have had a decent start to the season but in order to make a playoff run this year they are going to need to add a few more pieces to the roster at or before the trade deadline.

Browns 2024 schedule: opponents, storylines and predictions

Here's a look at the biggest storylines and matchups for the Cleveland Browns heading into the 2024 season.

House Judiciary chief launches investigation into Formula 1 over Andretti exclusion

House Republican Chairman Jim Jordan is launching an investigation into Formula 1 and its decision to deny Andretti Global a spot on the grid.

2024 Seahawks schedule: Which Seahawks games could end up in primetime?

Forecasting the Seahawks’ nights under the bright lights.

College football transfer portal: Florida, Oklahoma among teams with ex-FCS standouts to watch in 2024 season

There's a ton of FCS talent making the jump to the power conference level in 2024

Ideal landing spots for Commanders star Jonathan Allen

The Washington Commanders might look to trade 2X Pro Bowler Jonathan Allen this offseason.

Badosa shows signs of her old form in a win over Andreeva at the Italian Open

Paula Badosa was ranked as high as No. 2 before she missed the second half of last year due to a back injury that has also slowed her this season. She’s now No. 126.

Patrick Ewing talks about his Dream Team experience - "If it wasn't for that Dream Team, a lot of players in the league now would play soccer"

Patrick Ewing shares his reflections on the Dream Team's profound impact on basketball as a global sport.

What Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s deal with TNT, Amazon means for the future of NASCAR broadcasting

Dale Earnhardt Jr. has officially signed his next broadcasting deal.

2024 PGA Championship odds, picks, predictions: Tiger Woods projection by golf model that nailed the Masters

Tiger Woods, an 82-time PGA Tour winner, is expected to be part of the 2024 PGA Championship field at Valhalla Golf Club

3 best moves by the Bills in the 2024 NFL Draft

The Buffalo Bills had work to do this offseason heading into the 2024 NFL Draft. A lot of it. No team put as much into last season as Buffalo did. They were deep in the red in regards to the salary cap entering this offseason, which resulted in some tough decisions. The Bills wound up […] The post 3 best moves by the Bills in the 2024 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

ACC post-spring power rankings: Florida State edges Clemson for No. 1, Miami in position to contend

Here's how teams in the ACC stack up now that spring practice is in the rearview mirror

Best of Xfinity driver Natalie Decker in images

Best of Xfinity driver Natalie Decker in images

The Most Realistic Players Who Could Replace Joel Embiid And Kawhi Leonard On 2024 Team USA

Team USA has intense competition for the two roster spots for the 2024 Olympics if Joel Embiid and Kawhi Leonard miss out.

2024 NBA awards, who are the finalists and when will the MVP be announced?

With the Conference semi-finals underway, the NBA has started dishing out annual awards with more to come over the next couple of days. He are the finalists and when the winners will be revealed.

Mark Jackson shares who are the top 5 pure point guards in NBA history: "Magic Johnson is number one"

Jackson — one of the best dimers in league history — revealed his personal list of the best pure point guards.

Is there an opportunity for a new third leading wide receiver for the 49ers in 2024?

There’s some new blood on the roster, and there will be opportunities for all. But who will take advantage?

Preakness gets 3 horses confirmed. Status of Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan remains unclear

Three horses are confirmed as headed to Baltimore for the Preakness Stakes, though the status of Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan remained unclear Tuesday, with no imminent decision expected. Mystik Dan is scheduled to return to the track Wednesday at Churchill Downs, site of his photo-finish victory Saturday ahead of Sierra Leone and Forever Young in the most-watched Derby in 35 years. Trainer Kenny McPeek has not committed to running Mystik...

An Illinois track & field star just made history

She’s dominant.

10 Best Free Agents For The Philadelphia 76ers In 2024 Offseason

The 76ers have their best chance to create a Big Three this summer by targeting some elite free agents.