Brittney Griner returned to the United States early Friday, stepping off a plane in Texas after being freed in a high-profile prisoner exchange following nearly 10 months in detention in Russia.
'He's been Superman out there': Caleb Williams' season was full of Heisman moments
From transferring to USC to making a run at the Heisman, here are the moments that define Williams' year
Nailed it: Williams and his manicured messages
The Heisman finalist demonstrated unique way to send messages on the field with his painted fingernails.
'I don't know if you can write it any better than that': Inside Mayfield's stunning Rams debut
The Rams claimed Mayfield off waivers on Tuesday. On Thursday, he delivered a game-winning touchdown.
QB Williams wins Walter Camp, Maxwell awards
USC quarterback Caleb Williams was named the Walter Camp Player of the Year and the winner of the Maxwell Award at Thursday night's College Football Awards.
The hectic final chapter to Brittney Griner's time in Russia
Griner was released in a prisoner swap and returned to the U.S. nearly 10 months after she was arrested in Russia.
Long jumper allegedly faked way into Olympics
A long jumper and two officials from Albania could face bans after they were accused of submitting false information that helped the athlete get a spot at the Tokyo Olympics last year.
Source: Falcons bench Mariota for rookie Ridder
The Falcons have benched quarterback Marcus Mariota, giving the job to rookie Desmond Ridder, a source told ESPN.
Snyder allowed team's toxic culture, report finds
Commanders owner Daniel Snyder "permitted and participated" in the team's longtime toxic work culture and obstructed a congressional inquiry, claiming more than 100 times in testimony that he could not recall answers to basic questions.
Sources: Mets, Nimmo agree on 8 years, $162M
Brandon Nimmo's eight-year, $162 million contract is the second richest by total value in Mets history, behind Francisco Lindor's deal.
Mayfield caps Rams debut with 98-yard GW drive
Two days after being claimed off waivers, Baker Mayfield led the Rams to an improbable win over the Raiders.
Phils welcome Turner after finalizing $300M deal
Trea Turner talked about being reunited with Bryce Harper in his introductory news conference with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Best available, potential QB fits and biggest questions per conference
There's been plenty of action since the transfer portal officially opened on Monday. Now that there's an idea of who's in, what are the biggest questions that still remain?
Our winners, losers and biggest takeaways from MLB's winter meetings
It was a wild week in San Diego. Here's what stood out most, for better or worse.
Transfer Talk: Barcelona eye Dortmund's Moukoko as Real Madrid near Endrick deal
Barcelona could move for Borussia Dortmund striker Youssoufa Moukoko after missing out on talented youngster Endrick. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Messi faces tough test vs. Dutch, Neymar nears Pele's record
It won't matter if the Netherlands beat Argentina or if Brazil oust Croatia, there will be heartbreak. Here's the latest from Qatar.
MMA's top 25 under 25: Who is the top prospect in the sport?
Who are the future stars of MMA? Our annual Top 25 Under 25 list is here.
Quarterfinals preview: What to know about each team, predictions, schedule and more
We bring you one key factor and one player to know ahead of the matchups, plus predictions.
Power Rankings: Are the Lakers and Nets finding their rhythm?
After brutal starts to the season, Los Angeles and Brooklyn are starting to stack wins.
The high-flying Pelicans are winning games with defense
New Orleans has the best record in the West, and Zion & Co. are surprising the league by shutting opponents down.
Roundtable: Who has been the top waiver wire pickup this season?
Our experts go over their top waiver wire pickups of the season.
Women's college basketball's biggest surprises, disappointments: What we've learned one month into the season
What did we get right -- and really wrong -- in our preseason predictions? Which teams have lived up to -- or fallen short -- of expectations a month into the season?
Expert breakdown and predictions
Chalk mostly held during the first weekend of the NCAA volleyball tournament. During regionals, anything can happen.
Breaking down Lopez-Martin and Crawford-Avanesyan
Teofimo Lopez Jr. vs. Sandor Martin and Terence Crawford vs. David Avanesyan go head to head on Saturday. Here's what you should look for in both fights.
The future is ... this Saturday: Six (possible) stars in the making at UFC 282
Paddy Pimblett and Bryce Mitchell are among the several potential breakout fighters on this weekend's card.
Ronaldo's latest row with his coach is nothing new; he has a long history of them
Cristiano Ronaldo's angry reaction to being substituted for Portugal is far from the first high-profile row of his two decades at the top.
Donate now to support the V Foundation and fight cancer
The V Foundation continues the fight against cancer. If you're able to, donate at v.org/donate.
Dick Vitale: Remembering Jim Valvano today, this week and every day after
Vitale says it is hard to believe that Jimmy V has been gone for almost 30 years from cancer His legacy lives on as we fight -- and we have made progress.
