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Barnwell: Does trading up in the NFL draft actually work? What we can learn from 242 past dealsBarnwell: Does trading up in the NFL draft actually work? What we can learn from 242 past deals
Trading up isn't simply a pass/fail conversation, but there often is a clear winner.
'Grateful' Kelce wasn't going to hold out for deal'Grateful' Kelce wasn't going to hold out for deal
Travis Kelce said on his "New Heights" podcast that he wasn't going to hold out for a raise so he's "grateful" to the Chiefs for wanting to sign him to a new deal.
Porter's brother arrested on suspicion of DWIPorter's brother arrested on suspicion of DWI
Jevon Porter, the younger brother of Nuggets star Michael Porter Jr., was arrested Friday night in Missouri on suspicion of DWI.
Coach Prime, son belittle CU transfer, FCS playerCoach Prime, son belittle CU transfer, FCS player
Colorado coach Deion Sanders and QB Shedeur Sanders, his son, clapped back to a former player, another FCS player and other critics on social media.
Luka: Knee 'not good' but still ready for Game 5Luka: Knee 'not good' but still ready for Game 5
Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic declared himself ready for Wednesday's pivotal Game 5 against the LA Clippers but acknowledged that he would "probably not" be playing on his sprained right knee if this were the regular season.
Wolves expect Finch to travel to Denver for G1Wolves expect Finch to travel to Denver for G1
The Timberwolves are planning for coach Chris Finch to be with them in Denver following his knee surgery - and considering seating configurations that would allow him to safely be on the bench during games.
Dortmund win seals Bundesliga's extra UCL spotDortmund win seals Bundesliga's extra UCL spot
The Bundesliga will have five teams in the Champions League next season after Borussia Dortmund's win over Paris Saint-Germain.
Four suspended for roles in Brewers-Rays brawlFour suspended for roles in Brewers-Rays brawl
Three Milwaukee Brewers, including manager Pat Murphy, along with Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Jose Siri, received suspensions for their roles that led to a bench-clearing incident.
Lightning's Cooper apologizes for skirt commentLightning's Cooper apologizes for skirt comment
Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper apologized for making what he called an inappropriate analogy about putting skirts on goalies.
The NBA's new favorite move is less traveling, more time travel -- and it's nearly impossible to stopThe NBA's new favorite move is less traveling, more time travel -- and it's nearly impossible to stop
Whether it's tapping the brakes after a 100 mph drive like Anthony Edwards, or going from slow to even slower like Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic, the decel move and its variations are wreaking havoc on NBA defenders.
Dortmund gain advantage over PSG following narrow win to keep Champions League goals aliveDortmund gain advantage over PSG following narrow win to keep Champions League goals alive
Borussia Dortmund's Niclas Fuellkrug fired in a first-half goal to seal a 1-0 victory over visitors Paris St Germain in their Champions League semi-final first leg on Wednesday.
Looks can be deceiving: NHL 'graybeards' still making an impactLooks can be deceiving: NHL 'graybeards' still making an impact
Seasoned pros like Toronto's Mark Giordano and Dallas' Ryan Suter aren't letting age -- or in some cases gray hair -- slow them down.
'OK, he's really different': Seven stories that explain Bears QB Caleb Williams'OK, he's really different': Seven stories that explain Bears QB Caleb Williams
He's a fashion cop, a fierce teammate and the next LeBron? Here's how people who know him, describe the No. 1 draft pick.
Women's Bracketology: South Carolina, USC, UConn and Notre Dame start as 1-seedsWomen's Bracketology: South Carolina, USC, UConn and Notre Dame start as 1-seeds
The 2025 bracket will look different with the Pac-12 mostly gone and the ACC (18 teams), Big Ten (18), Big 12 (18) and SEC (16) bigger than ever.
Transfer rankings: There's a new No. 1 (and No. 2)Transfer rankings: There's a new No. 1 (and No. 2)More than 1,300 women's college basketball players are in the portal. Who are the top ones looking for a new team?
Why did the Falcons draft Michael Penix Jr.? Consider the Matt Ryan lessonWhy did the Falcons draft Michael Penix Jr.? Consider the Matt Ryan lesson
Atlanta had no succession plan after Ryan left, and with Penix available, it wasn't going to make that mistake again.
Squirrels, cats, dogs ... bees? When animals ran loose in stadiumsSquirrels, cats, dogs ... bees? When animals ran loose in stadiums
Bees delayed Tuesday's Arizona Diamondbacks game for nearly two hours, but it's far from the first time an animal stole the show at a sporting event.
Is Cam Ward the next great Miami quarterback?Is Cam Ward the next great Miami quarterback?
The trash-talking transfer from Washington State is the kind of passer the Hurricanes haven't had in years.
The replacements: Who will fill the shoes of those picked in the first round of the NFL draft?The replacements: Who will fill the shoes of those picked in the first round of the NFL draft?
Who will take over for the names called last Thursday? Our experts give you a look at who could fill those roles.
Inside the tumultuous tenure of the Coyotes in Arizona and their stunning move to UtahInside the tumultuous tenure of the Coyotes in Arizona and their stunning move to Utah
The franchise's relocation was somehow both lightning fast and painfully slow. Here's how it all fell apart in Arizona, and what lies ahead.
Storylines: Can Erceg make good on golden opportunity vs. Pantoja?Storylines: Can Erceg make good on golden opportunity vs. Pantoja?
The UFC returns to Brazil, but beyond the main event, which fights are considered must-watches?
Can Lia Block be the first U.S. woman driver in F1?Can Lia Block be the first U.S. woman driver in F1?
Lia Block could be the first U.S. woman driver in Formula One -- with a little help from Jamie Chadwick.
Ricciardo opens up on criticism in fickle world of F1, surge of popularity in U.S. and moreRicciardo opens up on criticism in fickle world of F1, surge of popularity in U.S. and more
Daniel Ricciardo talks about the pressures of Formula 1, struggles he's facing and why he loves American sports.
The NWSL has more billionaire owners than ever. Is that enough to hit the next level?The NWSL has more billionaire owners than ever. Is that enough to hit the next level?
The NWSL's ownership ranks now include the billionaires behind the NFL's Giants and Vikings. Why did this happen, and what does it mean?
Tuchel's tactics give Bayern hope of ousting Real Madrid at BernabéuTuchel's tactics give Bayern hope of ousting Real Madrid at Bernabéu
Thomas Tuchel endured criticism from within his own club before Bayern Munich's clash with Real Madrid. But he's a man who loves being underestimated.
Madrid prove to Bayern their mythical Champions League statusMadrid prove to Bayern their mythical Champions League status
The semifinal first leg showed why Carlo Ancelotti's side should never be counted out in the Champions League.
Jon Rahm looks to end his drought, Tiger's future plans and more to watchJon Rahm looks to end his drought, Tiger's future plans and more to watch
Though the LPGA Tour is taking a week off and we still have two weeks until the PGA Championship, there's still plenty going on in the golf world.
Mock draft: Where did top WRs, rookies go?Mock draft: Where did top WRs, rookies go?The 2024 NFL draft is complete, so our ESPN Fantasy crew dove right into a mock draft, where a rookie was selected before Travis Kelce.
Rankings for 2024 seasonRankings for 2024 season
ESPN fantasy analysts reveal their rankings for the upcoming season for both PPR and non-PPR leagues.
Biggest questions for all 12 WNBA teams as training camp opensBiggest questions for all 12 WNBA teams as training camp opens
How will the rookies fit? How will biggest free agency moves pay off? How will new coaches jell? Here is the story to watch for every WNBA team.
Parker had 'it factor': What legend's retirement means for WNBA, AcesParker had 'it factor': What legend's retirement means for WNBA, Aces
Candace Parker's career was defined not just by titles and awards, but by influence.
Draft tiers at guardDraft tiers at guard
Eric Moody goes through the different tiers at guard to help you in your fantasy women's basketball draft.
Kamilla Cardoso, Shakira Austin among top sleepersKamilla Cardoso, Shakira Austin among top sleepersEric Moody identifies the sleepers to know about in fantasy women's basketball this season.
Yordan Alvarez and other need-to-have slow startersYordan Alvarez and other need-to-have slow startersTristan H. Cockcroft takes a look at the final April stats and passes judgment on which slow-starting fantasy players need to be traded for.
Transfer tracker: Mahaney, Aidoo off the boardTransfer tracker: Mahaney, Aidoo off the boardAll of the movement in and out of the portal -- including the domino effect of the new deadline for graduate transfers.
After a chaotic season, the Lakers are set to face two massive questions this offseasonAfter a chaotic season, the Lakers are set to face two massive questions this offseason
After another season-ending series against the Nuggets, the future of LeBron James, Darvin Ham and the Lakers remains dauntingly uncertain.
Transfer Talk: Bayern, Real Madrid in battle for ThiawTransfer Talk: Bayern, Real Madrid in battle for Thiaw
Champions League semifinalists Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are both interested in AC Milan centre-back Malick Thiaw. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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