Dermott: NHL-defying show of Pride was needed

Coyotes defenseman Travis Dermott says choosing to defy the NHL by using rainbow-colored Pride stick tape was something that “had to be done.”
Alex Rodriguez previews 2023 World Series featuring Rangers & D-backs | First Things First

Alex Rodriguez joins Nick Wright, Kevin Wildes and Chris Broussard to discuss the 2023 World Series featuring the Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers. A-Rod talks Adolis Garcia, Corbin Carroll, Eovaldi and more.
Lakers beat Suns; LeBron doesn't care about Anthony Davis critics | First Things First

Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes react to the Los Angeles Lakers win over the Phoenix Suns and LeBron James’ candid response about criticism surrounding Anthony Davis.
Jags, Bears & Falcons headline Nick’s Picks in Week 8 | First Things First

Nick Wright shares his betting picks for Week 8 featuring Jacksonville Jaguars, Atlanta Falcons and Chicago Bears.
Julian Edelman: Rob Gronkowski once brought 'easy button' to Patriots practice

Julian Edelman revealed a funny story about New England Patriots legend Rob Gronkowski on Friday’s edition of “The Herd.”
Fields out Sunday; Bagent to start again for Bears

Bears QB Justin Fields has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Chargers, meaning rookie Tyson Bagent will make his second straight start for Chicago.
Uninvited: No NIT auto bids for season champs

Regular-season conference champions are no longer guaranteed spots in the NIT, with the tournament now relying on NET rankings to determine automatic bids.
2 Korn Ferry golfers suspended for sports betting

Two golfers on the Korn Ferry Tour have been suspended for three and six months for placing bets on PGA Tour competitions.
College Football, NFL odds: Best bets for Oregon-Utah, BYU-Texas

Sammy P took a look at the weekend football slate to serve up his best bets. Find out who he likes in the Oregon-Utah matchup and which double-digit home favorite he likes to cover.
Titans QB Ryan Tannehill (ankle) ruled out Week 8 vs. Falcons

Quarterback Ryan Tannehill has been ruled out for the Titans’ home game Sunday against the Falcons with an ankle injury.