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Roquan Smith: Missing camp “just the business side of things”
AP<p>Roquan Smith missed his entire rookie training camp while he and the Bears haggled over his contract, but he said upon arriving that he didn’t …
Roquan SmithHue Jackson has no concern about practice scuffle between Jarvis Landry and Terrance Mitchell
AP<p>It’s the season of training camp fisticuffs, and while the Browns have been largely immune to winning, they’re not immune from fighting.<p>Receiver …
Hue JacksonLane Johnson hopes Patriots fans “raise hell” when he plays in New England
AP<p>The Eagles play at New England on Thursday night, and Philadelphia offensive lineman Lane Johnson is hoping for a rude welcome.<p>Johnson, who ripped …
NFLLeSean McCoy, Delicia Cordon settle eviction dispute
AP<p>While the legal matters between Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy and his former girlfriend Delicia Cordon appear to be far from over, one …
Home InvasionPuig takes swing at Hundley, both ejected as benches clear
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig took a swing at San Francisco Giants catcher Nick Hundley and both players were ejected …
BaseballReport: Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny has hand injury, broken finger
AP<p>Seahawks first-round pick Rashaad Penny left practice early on Monday. According to Bob Condotta of the <i>Seattle Times</i>, the reason for his departure …
Football (U.S.)Roger Federer advances in Cincinnati
MASON, Ohio (AP) Roger Federer advanced to the third round of the Western & Southern Open with a 6-4, 6-4 victory against Peter Gojowczyk on …
TennisBroncos claim receiver DeAndrew White off waivers from Texans
Getty Images<p>The Denver Broncos claimed wide receiver DeAndrew White off waivers from the Houston Texans on Tuesday.<p>White was waived by the Texans on …
Football (U.S.)Corey Coleman asked Hue Jackson to trade him, and Browns complied
AP<p>Corey Coleman asked Hue Jackson to trade him, and the Browns complied.<p>Coleman and Antonio Callaway stole the second episode of <i>Hard Knocks: Training</i> …
Football (U.S.)Angels acquire Odrisamer Despaigne from Marlins
The Angels announced on Tuesday night that the club acquired pitcher Odrisamer Despaigne from the Marlins for cash considerations. Pitcher Dayan Diaz …
BaseballTexans activate tight end Jevoni Robinson from PUP list
Getty Images<p>Tight end Jevoni Robinson was activated from the physically unable to perform list of the Houston Texans on Tuesday after passing his …
Football (U.S.)Texas Tech quickly reels in Texas transfer John Bonney
That certainly didn’t take long.<p>Earlier Tuesday, <b>John Bonney</b> was one of two players who it was announced had decided to transfer from Texas. Not even …
College FootballJames Paxton exits in first inning after taking comebacker off of pitching arm
Mariners starter James Paxton was forced out of Tuesday night’s start against the Athletics after being hit by a Jed Lowrie line drive on his …
James PaxtonSonoma Raceway celebrates 50th anniversary of its groundbreaking
<i>Sonoma Raceway media release</i><p>Sonoma Raceway and key figures from the founding of then-Sears Point Raceway came together today to mark the 50th …
MotorsportSerie A 2018-19: Empoli, Parma, Frosinone make return
MILAN (AP) The Italian league begins this weekend with Parma returning to the top flight only three years after being declared bankrupt.<p>Empoli and …
SoccerGeeking out on NBA prospects: R.J. Barrett almost dunks from free throw line, Zion Williamson does
Duke is stacked this coming season. STACKED. They should have three lottery picks in next year’s draft. (Does that mean they are the team to beat in …
BasketballDonnie Abraham abruptly resigns as Illinois’ CBs coach
This would most certainly qualify as coming from out of the blue.<p>In exactly 18 days, Illinois will open the 2018 season at home in Champaign against …
College SportsVAR at the World Cup cemented its place in our soccer brains
Feel how you will about Video Assistant Referee, but this summer’s World Cup changed how we feel when we watch club soccer.<p>That’s not a slight or a …
Bills G.M.: “Nothing’s changed” regarding LeSean McCoy’s status
Getty Images<p>On Monday, word emerged of a lawsuit against Bills running back LeSean McCoy arising from the attack on his former girlfriend, Delicia …
Fantasy FootballNancy Lieberman says more women need to follow coaching footsteps in NBA
Whenever we discuss women assistant coaches in the NBA, the topic is usually Becky Hammon getting job interviews or being moved to the front row of …
BasketballBrandon McCarthy to retire after the season
Braves pitcher Brandon McCarthy said he will retire at the end of the 2018 season, MLB.com’s Mark Bowman reports. McCarthy has been on the disabled …
Chicago White SoxAnthony Barr reiterates his desire to remain in Minnesota
Getty Images<p>Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr reiterated Tuesday that he wants to remain with the Vikings long term. It remains unknown whether the …
Football (U.S.)NFLPA: Kaepernick summary judgment effort “is in the hands of the arbitrator”
Getty Images<p>The NFL has filed a motion for summary judgment in the collusion case filed by Colin Kaepernick, with the goal of getting the claim …
Football (U.S.)Zach Smith spent ‘several hours’ Tuesday answering Ohio State investigators’ questions
As Ohio State’s investigation into its head football coach seemingly winds its way toward a conclusion, another noteworthy individual has taken his …
College FootballSarri relaxing rules around Chelsea to court players
Several reports out of Arsenal have the Gunners getting accustomed to big changes in coaching style from longtime boss Arsene Wenger to new manager …
SoccerRonald Acuña hits leadoff home run for third consecutive game
Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña hit leadoff home runs in both games of Monday’s doubleheader against the Marlins, becoming the first hitter to …
NL EastIn no-brainer move, Nets reportedly guarantee Spencer Dinwiddie’s $1.65 million contract
Spencer Dinwiddie has worked hard at his game — I remember seeing him struggle some at his first Summer League and someone I trust telling me “watch …
NBABarry Sanders (and his OL) to serve as grand marshals for Oklahoma State homecoming
Thirty years ago, <b>Barry Sanders</b> authored perhaps the greatest individual season any college football player has ever had. The eventual Heisman winner …
College FootballMartavis Bryant misses another practice with migraine
Getty Images<p>Raiders receiver Martavis Bryant missed a second day of practice with “really bad migraines,” Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.<p>The …
Jordy NelsonWilson Ramos could join Phillies on Wednesday
Phillies catcher Wilson Ramos could join the team in Wednesday for the last game of the club’s two-game set against the Red Sox, Matt Breen of the …
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