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Notre Dame announced on Wednesday that it has added former Fighting Irish defensive lineman Mike Golic Sr. to its radio crew for the upcoming season.
Mike Golic Sr. to join Notre Dame Radio Network for upcoming football season
Notre Dame announced on Wednesday that it has added former Fighting Irish defensive lineman Mike Golic Sr. to its radio crew for the upcoming season.
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U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune on Wednesday moved for cloture on the Protect College Sports Act, putting the legislation in line for vote before August recess.
Protect College Sports Act set for Senate floor vote after cloture announced
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune on Wednesday moved for cloture on the Protect College Sports Act, putting the legislation in line for vote before August recess.
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How did the Giants do at the MLB trade deadline? Grades and analysis for every deal San Francisco made.
Trade grades: Giants tore up their roster, but did they get enough back?
How did the Giants do at the MLB trade deadline? Grades and analysis for every deal San Francisco made.
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After LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, some fans derided him for ring chasing, or joining a stacked team in pursuit of a title.
Is LeBron James chasing a ring? An all-time NBA great pushes back
After LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, some fans derided him for ring chasing, or joining a stacked team in pursuit of a title.
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How is Indiana not in the top five of the preseason Coaches Poll as the defending national champions? Here's a breakdown of the Hoosiers' votes on ballots.
Indiana is No. 6 in the US LBM Coaches Poll? How the ballot votes for Hoosiers broke down
How is Indiana not in the top five of the preseason Coaches Poll as the defending national champions? Here's a breakdown of the Hoosiers' votes on ballots.
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Aaron Rodgers wants his "get back" as he enters his final NFL season. The four-time NFL MVP spoke with columnist Jarrett Bell in an exclusive interview.
Aaron Rodgers has more to say on Fauci, ESPN, family and football | Exclusive
Aaron Rodgers wants his "get back" as he enters his final NFL season. The four-time NFL MVP spoke with columnist Jarrett Bell in an exclusive interview.
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Just one week before kickoff, Mariner High School (Fla.) football coach Tyran Jones and five other staff members have been dismissed.
Florida high school removes six football coaches after incident at team lock-in
Just one week before kickoff, Mariner High School (Fla.) football coach Tyran Jones and five other staff members have been dismissed.
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After meeting with Bryson DeChambeau and other players, LIV CEO Scott O'Neil announces "new organizational structure" designed to keep league afloat.
LIV Golf to make players 'majority equity holders' as league moves ahead
After meeting with Bryson DeChambeau and other players, LIV CEO Scott O'Neil announces "new organizational structure" designed to keep league afloat.
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When it comes to fantasy football, the most talented defense isn't always the right one to draft. Matchups are crucial. These are the top DST options.
Top D/ST units to target in 2026 fantasy football drafts
When it comes to fantasy football, the most talented defense isn't always the right one to draft. Matchups are crucial. These are the top DST options.
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This summer was an important one as many of the nation's top 2028 prospects started to take visits. Here are the top juniors entering the season.
Class of 2028 football player rankings update: The top 100 juniors entering the season
This summer was an important one as many of the nation's top 2028 prospects started to take visits. Here are the top juniors entering the season.
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Call him polarizing or a lightning rod. Or worse. Aaron Rodgers is not fazed | Exclusive đź”—: tinyurl.com/mwejm6hz đź“·: Joe Sargent/Getty Images
San Francisco Giants are on the other side of the trade deadline. Here are the biggest questions they face to end the season into the offseason.
San Francisco Giants biggest questions after the trade deadline reset
San Francisco Giants are on the other side of the trade deadline. Here are the biggest questions they face to end the season into the offseason.
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Here's the full WNBA schedule for Aug. 5, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
WNBA games today: Schedule, times, how to watch for Aug. 5
Here's the full WNBA schedule for Aug. 5, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
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Arsenal faces Real Betis at Dublin's Aviva Stadium on Wednesday in a preseason friendly, the first meeting between the two clubs at any level.
Arsenal vs. Real Betis friendly prediction, start time, how to watch
Arsenal faces Real Betis at Dublin's Aviva Stadium on Wednesday in a preseason friendly, the first meeting between the two clubs at any level.
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USA TODAY breaks down the five WNBA coaches who could be on the hot seat. Here's the list.
Which WNBA coaches are on the hot seat? Five who may be feeling the heat
USA TODAY breaks down the five WNBA coaches who could be on the hot seat. Here's the list.
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The biggest moves of the NBA offseason, by and large, have been completed, so now it's time to issue our grades.
Who won the NBA offseason? Grading all 30 teams for signings, deals and draft
The biggest moves of the NBA offseason, by and large, have been completed, so now it's time to issue our grades.
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Follow the Little League Softball World Series on Aug. 5, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
2026 Little League Softball World Series: TV time, how to watch elimination games today
Follow the Little League Softball World Series on Aug. 5, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
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There are 272 regular-season NFL games. USA TODAY Sports' Nate Davis picked a winner for each one to arrive at his annual team-by-team record projections. đź”—: tinyurl.com/4mmskh9c
Indiana and Curt Cignetti don't "whine" like the fellas do in the SEC, but the Hoosiers sure know how to duck and run.
Indiana football talks a big game, but Hoosiers won't play a big name
Indiana and Curt Cignetti don't "whine" like the fellas do in the SEC, but the Hoosiers sure know how to duck and run.
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Hillary Clinton was spotted enjoying Ellie the Elephant’s performance at Barclays Center in Brooklyn during a New York Liberty game.
Ellie the Elephant’s performance earns a fan in Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton was spotted enjoying Ellie the Elephant’s performance at Barclays Center in Brooklyn during a New York Liberty game.
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USA TODAY Sports breaks down one big question facing every team in the college football US LBM preseason Coaches poll.
One lingering question for each Top 25 team in college football preseason poll
USA TODAY Sports breaks down one big question facing every team in the college football US LBM preseason Coaches poll.
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The preseason US LBM Coaches Poll reveals some teams have an easy schedule ahead of them in the march toward a College Football Playoff spot.
College football easiest schedules based on 2026 preseason rankings
The preseason US LBM Coaches Poll reveals some teams have an easy schedule ahead of them in the march toward a College Football Playoff spot.
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The preseason US LBM Coaches Poll gives a better look at which teams have the toughest schedules for the 2026 college football season.
College football toughest schedules based on 2026 preseason rankings
The preseason US LBM Coaches Poll gives a better look at which teams have the toughest schedules for the 2026 college football season.
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Carson Beck and Kenny Pickett will go toe-to-toe in this week's NFL preseason opener. Here's what to know about the matchup.
The Hall of Fame game QB matchup is set. Here's who's taking the field
Carson Beck and Kenny Pickett will go toe-to-toe in this week's NFL preseason opener. Here's what to know about the matchup.
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The Miami Dolphins have a new top executive. Team owner Stephen Ross announced his son-in-law will be the new Dolphins CEO.
Dolphins' executive shake-up sets up team ownership succession plan
The Miami Dolphins have a new top executive. Team owner Stephen Ross announced his son-in-law will be the new Dolphins CEO.
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Mauricio Pochettino is in it for the long haul now, and the USMNT coach needs to be all-in on the recruitment trail.
The dual nationals USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino should target in second cycle
Mauricio Pochettino is in it for the long haul now, and the USMNT coach needs to be all-in on the recruitment trail.
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The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Toronto Tempo as Gabby Williams set a career scoring milestone.
Golden State Valkyries' Gabby Williams gets 2,000th-point in win vs. Toronto Tempo
The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Toronto Tempo as Gabby Williams set a career scoring milestone.
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The potential presented by Tarik Skubal’s pitching power and the perils of being a World Series favorite were on display in his debut vs. the Cubs.
In his Dodgers debut, Tarik Skubal inherits baseball's bullseye
The potential presented by Tarik Skubal’s pitching power and the perils of being a World Series favorite were on display in his debut vs. the Cubs.
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The 40-year-old Vozinha arrived to a hero's welcome in Santiago, Chile, and now knows he needs to perform like the star Colo-Colo fans expect.
World Cup hero Vozinha says tournament 'in the past' as he prepares for Colo-Colo debut
The 40-year-old Vozinha arrived to a hero's welcome in Santiago, Chile, and now knows he needs to perform like the star Colo-Colo fans expect.
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21-year-old shortstop George Lombard Jr. got to the majors on the strength of his glove. His first hit showed he has some pop, too.
Yankees' George Lombard Jr. hits home run in major league debut
21-year-old shortstop George Lombard Jr. got to the majors on the strength of his glove. His first hit showed he has some pop, too.
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