United States gets first look at tricky World Cup qualifying campaign
The U.S. got a sense of what its World Cup qualifying campaign looks like on Wednesday, but one thing is clear: The Americans need to start fast. Read more
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Reyes: ‘I’m the reason’ Jones vacated UFC belt
Dominick Reyes told ESPN on Wednesday that Jon Jones is moving to heavyweight because the contenders at light heavyweight have gotten "too good" and he can no longer keep up. Read more
NFL may consider a playoff ‘secure environment’
NFL executive vice president of football operations Troy Vincent said Wednesday that the league may consider a "secure environment," similar to the NBA and NHL bubbles, for postseason games. Read more
Barcelona was always Koeman’s dream job. But will this be a nightmare assignment?
Ronald Koeman might not get to establish a dynasty at Barcelona, the club he's always wanted to manage, but he's got a lot to do, and quickly. Read more
Notre Dame pauses practices amid virus spike
With classes shifting to online instruction on Sept. 2 and a rise in positive coronavirus tests at the school, Notre Dame did not practice on Wednesday, and it may not…Read more
Astros’ Alvarez may be done for ’20, Baker says
Yordan Alvarez, the reigning AL Rookie of the Year, might miss the rest of the season, Astros manager Dusty Baker told Houston's SportsTalk790 on Wednesday. Alvarez had an MRI on…Read more
Sources: Cook, Vikes at impasse on contract talks
The Vikings and top running back Dalvin Cook have reached an impasse in contract negotiations, sources have confirmed to ESPN. The sides had been discussing a multiyear deal until this…Read more