Omer Mayer drives and finishes tough layup, plus the foul, extending Purdue’s lead over Eastern Illinois

Omer Mayer drove and finished tough layup, plus the foul, to extend Purdue’s lead over Eastern Illinois.
Bears CB C.J. Gardner-Johnson learned valuable lesson during volatile year: ‘It’s really on me’
Gardner-Johnson is on his fourth team in the 2025 calendar year, and he’s hoping to make the most of his Bears stint.
Malcolm Jenkins on Eagles HOF, Jalen Hurts and team scrutiny
Jenkins’ Hall of Fame induction comes at a pivotal point in the Eagles’ 2025 season.
Standouts, key takeaways from the CHL-USHL Prospect Challenge
The top players met for a showcase this week ahead of the 2026 NHL draft. Who (and what) stood out most?
NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, reasons for hope for each team
The Lightning, Wild and Kings make a jump, while the Penguins, Jets and Blackhawks fall.
Conference finals preview: Can Müller lead the Caps to MLS Cup?
The MLS postseason is down to four teams, with Lionel Messi and Thomas Müller providing plenty of star power, but will it be enough to get to MLS Cup?
College Football’s Mascots Are Living Secret Lives

Many college mascots are not permitted to reveal their identities until after their days of being a costumed performer have come to an end.
Inside weird and wonderful college football rivalry trophies USC Stanford Michigan
What do an axe, skillet, and a gold boot have in common? Meet the iconic rivalry trophies of college football.
Last Night in College Basketball: Michigan State Thrives, Florida Falters

Michigan State deserves more, TCU upset No. 10 Florida, Nivar posts a triple-double, Boyd dominates and more from Thursday’s college basketball action.
Dak Prescott matched Patrick Mahomes’ magic in dramatic win over Chiefs
Prescott rebounded from an early INT to push the Cowboys back into playoff contention.