Forest row shows size of task refs face in adapting to demands of VAR era

Is refereeing really in crisis, and what’s being done about it?
Way-Too-Early Top 25: Houston at No. 1; decimated Duke, Kentucky fall

The coaching carousel and transfer portal have completely upended things just 17 days after UConn won the NCAA title. Welcome, previously unranked and next-in-line teams.
How the first 17 games of the Stanley Cup playoffs will influence the rest of the first round

From the Rangers’ victory variety to the Leafs’ power-play struggles to the Predators’ new identity, here’s what we’ve learned in the 2024 postseason.
Chase Briscoe 1-on-1: On being the Stewart-Haas veteran, his uncertain future

Chase Briscoe is off to a strong start in 2024 despite not having a guaranteed ride for next season. He discusses that and more.
Cubs reliever forced to change glove because of white in American flag patch

Luke Little says he has used the same glove since Class A ball, but umpires deemed that the flag on it could distract hitters.
Marvin Harrison Jr., Joe Alt the latest additions to the NFL's father-son club

The star wideout and offensive tackle — both likely first-round picks — are looking to join the Mannings, McCaffreys, Bosas and more.
2024 NFL Draft: Ron Rivera on Caleb Williams and the pressure of drafting a QB No. 1

Ron Rivera dished on why Caleb Williams can take the Bears to the playoffs, what the Commanders should do at No. 2 in the 2024 NFL Draft and more.
College football summer checklist: Who's sitting pretty, and who has work to do?

Can Ohio State solve it’s QB puzzle? Can Michigan recover from its NFL losses? Is Texas ready for the SEC? Our college football experts break down some key offseason questions.
'Bear Bets': The Group Chat's favorite 2024 NFL Draft bets

The 2024 NFL Draft is finally here so the Bear Bets crew put out a special draft episode. The Group Chat shared its favorite best bets ahead of Thursday’s first round.
Reggie Bush and Arch Manning: A lesson in NIL and the right to choose

Reggie Bush never got to profit from NIL, while Arch Manning chooses not to do so. But the real lesson is that athletes always deserved to make that choice for themselves.