Ryan Clark Announces Howard Schultz Partnership and NFL Films Deal Days After Slavery Comparison

Fired ESPN analyst Ryan Clark announced that Howard Schultz has joined his production company as a partner and investor, along with a new deal with NFL Films, days after comparing the NFL’s treatment of players to slavery.
Andy Reid Credits Travis Kelce’s Offseason Work — and a Little Push From Taylor Swift — for Hot Start

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid credited Travis Kelce’s offseason conditioning work — and jokingly, wife Taylor Swift — for his strong start to the season after a 101-yard, one-touchdown performance in Kansas City’s overtime win over Indianapolis.
Commanders’ Jayden Daniels to Miss Seahawks Game as Specialists Review Elbow MRI

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will miss Sunday’s game against Seattle while specialists review MRI results on his dislocated left elbow, with surgery not yet ruled out.
Giants Aim for 2-0 Against Rams as Monday Night Betting Lines Take Shape

The Giants look to build on their season-opening win over Dallas as underdogs against the Rams, who are trying to rebound from a rough Week 1 loss in Australia.
Giants Look for Value as Underdogs Against Rams in Monday Night Matchup

The Giants, unbeaten at 1-0, visit the Rams on Monday night as short underdogs, with bettors eyeing the point spread, the total, and running back Cam Skattebo’s carry count.
Jets Coach Aaron Glenn Admits He Never Considered Timeout Before Overtime Loss to Packers

Jets coach Aaron Glenn admitted he never considered calling a timeout late in regulation against the Packers, a decision that may have cost New York a chance to win before overtime, where the Jets lost 20-17.
Browns and Buccaneers Look to Avoid 0-2 Starts in Sunday Matchup

The Browns and Buccaneers meet Sunday in Tampa with both teams trying to avoid an 0-2 start, as sportsbook bet365 offers new users $365 in bonus bets for a $10 wager on the game.
NFL Week 2 Slate Full of Contrasts, From Winless Panthers to Playoff Rematch in Jacksonville

NFL Week 2 features a full 14-game Sunday slate, including a winless Carolina squad hosting Atlanta and a playoff rematch between Jacksonville and Denver, alongside a promotional sportsbook offer tied to the week’s games.
LSU-Ole Miss Showdown Puts Lane Kiffin’s Return in the Spotlight

LSU, ranked seventh nationally, faces Ole Miss this week in a game overshadowed by Lane Kiffin’s first return to Oxford since leaving the Rebels for the Tigers’ head coaching job.
Ole Miss Fans Greet ESPN’s College GameDay With Vulgar Chant Aimed at LSU’s Lane Kiffin

Ole Miss fans opened ESPN’s College GameDay with a vulgar chant aimed at LSU coach Lane Kiffin, who is making his first trip back to Oxford since leaving the program last November.
Tebow Nearly Storms Off ‘SEC Nation’ Set Over Vanderbilt Comparison to Florida

Tim Tebow nearly walked off the set of ESPN’s “SEC Nation” after co-host Chase Daniel compared the Florida Gators to Vanderbilt during a broadcast from Auburn’s campus.
Justin Turner Helps Toros de Tijuana Win Mexican League Championship

Former Dodgers fan favorite Justin Turner, 41, won a Mexican League championship as designated hitter for the Toros de Tijuana, who beat the Olmecas de Tabasco in six games.
Patriots Rookie Henderson Defends Family in DCF Custody Case, Cites Faith

Patriots rookie TreVeyon Henderson defended a viral social media post supporting a Massachusetts family fighting DCF for custody of their daughter in a case involving gender identity, saying his views are rooted in his Christian faith.
Ovechkin Defends Role in Putin Party Video, Calls Washington His ‘Second Home’

Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin defended his appearance in a video promoting Vladimir Putin’s political party, saying he supports his country while calling Washington his “second home.”
Sarkisian Says He Should Have Been More Patient in Postgame ESPN Interview

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian said he should have shown more patience during his viral postgame interview with ESPN’s Holly Rowe, and addressed quarterback Arch Manning’s apology after Manning joked about an AI video depicting the coach slapping Rowe.
Ahead of Ole Miss-LSU Game, Lane Kiffin’s Daughter Says She’s Been Target of Vulgar Banners in Oxford

Lane Kiffin’s daughter Landry says she has been targeted by vulgar banners posted around Oxford ahead of Saturday’s Ole Miss-LSU game, while in Gainesville, readers are sharing firsthand memories of the 1990 murders that terrorized the University of Florida community.
Ole Miss Students’ Vulgar Banners Target Lane Kiffin’s Daughter Ahead of LSU Game

Vulgar bed sheet banners targeting Lane Kiffin’s daughter, Landry, have appeared around the Ole Miss campus ahead of Saturday’s LSU game, prompting her to publicly denounce the rumors as false.
Falcons Give No Clarity on Starting Quarterback Ahead of Panthers Game

Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski would not name a starting quarterback for Sunday’s game against Carolina, with Tua Tagovailoa and Cooper Rush both dealing with injuries.
Yankees’ Clarke Schmidt Returns to Mound in Minneapolis After Tommy John Surgery

Clarke Schmidt made his first major league appearance in more than 14 months since Tommy John surgery, pitching in the Yankees’ 5-4, 13-inning loss to the Twins in Minneapolis.
Fanatics Sportsbook Offers New Betting Promo as NFL Week 2 and MLB Playoff Race Heat Up

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Rey Mysterio Says He Welcomes Celebrities Crossing Into Pro Wrestling

WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio told OutKick Dropkick ahead of Triplemania Night 1 in Las Vegas that he welcomes celebrities and athletes crossing over into pro wrestling.
Rays’ Junior Caminero Delivers Slow-Motion Walk-Off Homer in Win Over A’s

Rays star Junior Caminero hit his second walk-off homer in five days Tuesday, capping it with an unusually slow home run trot that had fans buzzing and fueled his growing AL MVP case.
Arch Manning Draws Backlash for Laughing at AI Video Mocking ESPN Reporter After Texas Beats Ohio State

Texas quarterback Arch Manning is under fire for laughing about a viral AI video depicting coach Steve Sarkisian slapping ESPN’s Holly Rowe, days after Texas rallied to beat Ohio State.
Arch Manning Apologizes After Laughing at AI Meme Depicting Sark Slapping ESPN’s Holly Rowe

Texas quarterback Arch Manning apologized to ESPN’s Holly Rowe after laughing during a press conference about an AI-generated meme showing coach Steve Sarkisian slapping her, a comment that drew criticism from sports journalists.