An international human rights group filed a complaint with the ethics committee of world soccer’s governing body to look into FIFA President Gianni Infantino, accusing him of a possible breach of political neutrality. FairSquare, based in London, which says its company promotes ‘systemic change and stops human rights abuses,’ filed an eight-page complaint with FIFA’s […]

Notre Dame’s exclusion from the College Football Playoff marked the end of the season for coach Marcus Freeman’s team, but the beginning of a war of words. On Monday, fewer than 24 hours after the Fighting Irish didn’t see their name revealed on the 12-team playoff bracket, Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua went on […]

There was a different energy when Victor Wembanyama entered the practice gym with a trio of injured San Antonio Spurs players earlier this week, coach Mitch Johnson told reporters before the team’s most recent win over the New Orleans Pelicans, and he made one promise regarding his 7-foot-5 center. ‘He’s going to be on that […]

AI-assisted summary A viral image led to speculation that Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders was wearing a thong during a game. Shedeur Sanders clarified the image actually showed tape for a previous back injury. Shilo Sanders, who is out of football, is now pursuing music, acting, and brand deals. Shedeur and Shilo Sanders have gotten to […]

Why do athletic directors need to be on CFP committee? Answer: They don’t. Alabama, Miami were fine playoff picks, but process became a farce. Pick the 12 best teams for CFP bracket. Period. Did the College Football Playoff committee get the bracket right? Well, that depends on your perspective and your rooting interests. The bubble […]

ORLANDO, FL — Agent Scott Boras believes that DH Kyle Schwarber’s five-year, $150 million contract will not only accelerate free-agent signings this winter, but will lead to longer-term contracts for sluggers over the age of 30. Yes, in particular 31-year-old New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso, who’s represented by Boras. Alonso drove from his […]

It’s a little rich hearing Notre Dame cry about unfairness. For the better part of a half-century, Notre Dame has insisted on playing by its own rules. It has its own TV deal. It has refused to join a conference, aligning with the ACC only so far as it’s convenient for the Irish. At the […]

Some of the 2026 NHL Draft’s top prospects will look to make their mark over the holidays at the 2026 World Junior Championship in Minnesota.  Others will look to take on even bigger roles on their club team while teammates head to the annual under-20 tournament.  There has been some shuffling around in the top […]