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Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 07/30/2012

Titans wide receiver O.J. Murdock dies of apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound

By Cindy Boren

O.J. Murdock, who had not reported for Tennessee Titans’ training camp because of “personal reasons,” was found dead of what Tampa police say was a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

By Cindy Boren | 01:00 PM ET, 07/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:18 PM ET, 07/30/2012

Tim Tebow keeps his shirt on, for a change

By Cindy Boren

After making himself a tabloid darling for his shirtless dash through the rain, Tim Tebow isn’t taking his shirt off. Possibly ever again.

By Cindy Boren | 12:18 PM ET, 07/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:56 AM ET, 07/30/2012

Peyton Manning says he’s not the Peyton Manning of old yet

By Cindy Boren

It’s a wee bit early — just days into training camp — but evaluating Peyton Manning’s return to football is in full swing. Even Peyton Manning is getting into the act.

By Cindy Boren | 10:56 AM ET, 07/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:35 AM ET, 07/30/2012

Quarterback Rob Bolden leaves Penn State; is he headed to LSU?

By Cindy Boren

Penn State players are free to transfer and backup quarterback Rob Bolden visited Louisiana State over the weekend.

By Cindy Boren | 09:35 AM ET, 07/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:20 PM ET, 07/27/2012

Peyton Manning isn’t worried about taking a hit to his neck

By Cindy Boren

Peyton Manning fearlessly returns to the football field — this time the Denver Broncos’ field.

By Cindy Boren | 02:20 PM ET, 07/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:17 PM ET, 07/27/2012

Neil Reed dies; player was choked by Bob Knight in ’97

By Cindy Boren

Neil Reed, former Indiana basketball player choked by Bob Knight in 1997, died of a heart attack at the age of 36.

By Cindy Boren | 12:17 PM ET, 07/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:21 AM ET, 07/27/2012

Tim Tebow makes a splash at Jets camp, but Mark Sanchez is the big fish

By Cindy Boren

Rex Ryan reminds everyone that Mark Sanchez — not Tim Tebow — is the New York Jets’ starting quarterback, in a scene that is bound to be repeated.

By Cindy Boren | 10:21 AM ET, 07/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:37 AM ET, 07/27/2012

Jerry Sandusky is “not who they say he is,” his wife says

By Cindy Boren

Dottie Sandusky says she still loves her husband of 40 years. Jerry Sandusky is awaiting sentencing on his child sex-abuse conviction.

By Cindy Boren | 08:37 AM ET, 07/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:32 PM ET, 07/26/2012

Sandusky shower abuse victim to sue Penn State, lawyers say

By Cindy Boren

Lawyers for the man allegedly abused by Jerry Sandusky in Penn State’s showers say he plans to sue the school.

By Cindy Boren | 03:32 PM ET, 07/26/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:28 PM ET, 07/26/2012

Report: Silas Redd meeting with USC Coach Lane Kiffin

By Cindy Boren

Penn State running back Silas Redd, free to transfer after NCAA’s punishment of the Nittany Lions, reportedly is meeting with USC Coach Lane Kiffin.

By Cindy Boren | 12:28 PM ET, 07/26/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:08 AM ET, 07/26/2012

Brett Keisel takes his tractor to work. All players should do this.

By Cindy Boren

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Brett Keisel arrives for training camp in a really special vehicle. A Kubota tractor.

By Cindy Boren | 11:08 AM ET, 07/26/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:09 AM ET, 07/26/2012

Eric LeGrand retires as a “Buc for life”

By Cindy Boren

Eric LeGrand, paralyzed in a Rutgers game in 2010, retires his ceremonial roster spot with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

By Cindy Boren | 10:09 AM ET, 07/26/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:11 PM ET, 07/25/2012

Mother of Cal Ripken Jr. unharmed after abduction (updated)

By Cindy Boren

Vi Ripken, the mother of Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr., safely returns to her family after being abducted at gunpoint from her home Tuesday morning.

By Cindy Boren | 12:11 PM ET, 07/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:59 AM ET, 07/25/2012

Alex Rodriguez out with broken hand

By Cindy Boren

Alex Rodriguez is the latest New York Yankees star to head to the disabled lis

By Cindy Boren | 11:59 AM ET, 07/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:00 AM ET, 07/25/2012

Cole Hamels cashes in with $144-million deal with Phillies

By Cindy Boren

The Phillies sign Cole Hamels to contract that makes him baseball’s second-highest paid pitcher.

By Cindy Boren | 11:00 AM ET, 07/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:24 PM ET, 07/24/2012

Report: Dwight Howard may not be traded any time soon. Sigh.

By Cindy Boren

In the never-ending saga of “where will Dwight Howard play,” the Orlando Magic reportedly chills out.

By Cindy Boren | 02:24 PM ET, 07/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:34 PM ET, 07/24/2012

Dez Bryant’s mother wants case dropped, but Roger Goodell could still punish Cowboys receiver

By Matt Brooks

Even Angela Bryant cannot shield her son from the judgment of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell under the league’s wide-reaching personal conduct policy.

By Matt Brooks | 12:34 PM ET, 07/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 12:13 PM ET, 07/24/2012

Albert Haynesworth: Jim Washburn says ‘I think he’s finished’

By Cindy Boren

Jim Washburn, Albert Haynesworth’s former coach in Tennessee, says he thinks the defensive lineman is finished in the NFL.

By Cindy Boren | 12:13 PM ET, 07/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:06 PM ET, 07/24/2012

Silas Redd draws a crowd. Will he ditch Penn State for USC?

By Cindy Boren

NCAA penalties make free agents of Penn State players and no one is more popular right now than running back Silas Redd.

By Cindy Boren | 12:06 PM ET, 07/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:23 AM ET, 07/24/2012

Ichiro Suzuki is a New York Yankee. Weird.

By Matt Brooks

When Seattle’s long-time right fielder stepped to home plate on Monday night at Safeco Field sporting an opponent’s uniform, the sight was nothing short of bizarre for all parties involved.

By Matt Brooks | 10:23 AM ET, 07/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: MLB

Posted at 09:31 AM ET, 07/24/2012

Bobby Bowden: ‘No rejoicing’ at getting Joe Paterno’s record

By Cindy Boren

Former Florida State coach Bobby Bowden moves to the top of college football’s victory pile after Penn State, Joe Paterno are punished by NCAA.

By Cindy Boren | 09:31 AM ET, 07/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:23 PM ET, 07/23/2012

Penn State penalties: Too harsh? Too lenient?

By Matt Brooks

The NCAA stopped short of issuing the so-called “death penalty,” but the unprecedented sanctions facing Penn State’s football program will have a lasting impact.

By Matt Brooks | 04:23 PM ET, 07/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: College Football

Posted at 03:39 PM ET, 07/23/2012

Chad Ochocinco is Chad Johnson again. Make note.

By Cindy Boren

It seems marriage to Evelyn Lozada has changed Chad Ochocinco. And now it’s causing him to change his name again.

By Cindy Boren | 03:39 PM ET, 07/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:04 PM ET, 07/23/2012

Report: Braves close to landing Ryan Dempster in trade to bolster rotation for pennant race

By Matt Brooks

Atlanta is close to acquiring the National League’s ERA leader with a move that could alter the landscape in the NL East race.

By Matt Brooks | 03:04 PM ET, 07/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:25 PM ET, 07/23/2012

Paterno family calls NCAA penalties against Penn State a ‘panicked response’

By Cindy Boren

Family of former Penn State coach Joe Paterno says NCAA penalties “defame the legacy and contributions of a great coach and educator.”

By Cindy Boren | 02:25 PM ET, 07/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:40 PM ET, 07/23/2012

Lions cut CB Aaron Berry after second offseason arrest

By Matt Brooks

Detroit released its troubled defensive back following his second arrest in an offseason full of off-field incidents for Lions players.

By Matt Brooks | 12:40 PM ET, 07/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 10:31 AM ET, 07/23/2012

Joe Paterno stripped of 111 victories; no longer winningest coach

By Matt Brooks

The NCAA’s penalties against the Penn State football program have a wide-reaching impact on both past and present Nittany Lions and their iconic coach.

By Matt Brooks | 10:31 AM ET, 07/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NCAA

Posted at 08:40 AM ET, 07/23/2012

Penn State punishment: wins from ’98-’11 vacated, $60 million fine and more (updated)

By Cindy Boren

Penn State’s victories from 1998-2011 are vacated; NCAA hits school with $60 million fine among steps taken in wake of Jerry Sandusky child sex-abuse scandal.

By Cindy Boren | 08:40 AM ET, 07/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:44 PM ET, 07/20/2012

Kenny Britt’s DUI only the latest off-field incident for Titans receiver

By Matt Brooks

The talented but troubled wideout could face discipline from Roger Goodell following his latest run in with the law.

By Matt Brooks | 04:44 PM ET, 07/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 03:03 PM ET, 07/20/2012

Joe Paterno statue on Penn State campus in limbo

By Matt Brooks

In response to reports that the school will remove a bronze statue of its longtime football coach, university officials said no decision has been made regarding the statue’s status.

By Matt Brooks | 03:03 PM ET, 07/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:02 AM ET, 07/20/2012

Andrew Luck signs with Colts

By Matt Brooks

Indianapolis can officially begin the post-Peyton era after it locked up the No. 1 overall pick.

By Matt Brooks | 09:02 AM ET, 07/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 01:38 PM ET, 07/19/2012

Michael Vick: Eagles could ‘develop a dynasty’

By Matt Brooks

Philadelphia’s quarterback didn’t utter the words ‘Dream Team,’ but he did make a bold statement about his team’s potential.

By Matt Brooks | 01:38 PM ET, 07/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 11:16 AM ET, 07/19/2012

British Open: Tiger Woods rides ‘sweet start’ to first-round 67

By Matt Brooks

Former No. 1 is three shots back of Australian Adam Scott, who turned in a course record 64.

By Matt Brooks | 11:16 AM ET, 07/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: PGA

Posted at 10:50 AM ET, 07/19/2012

Jeremy Lin wanted to play in front of Knicks fans ‘for the rest of my career’

By Matt Brooks

New York’s promising young point guard wanted to stay in the Big Apple, but he couldn’t pass up the opportunity Houston gave him.

By Matt Brooks | 10:50 AM ET, 07/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 03:57 PM ET, 07/18/2012

NFL arrests: Minnesota Gov. compares offseason to soldiers returning from war

By Matt Brooks

With the NFL’s offseason arrest totals soaring, is Roger Goodell doing enough to curb off-the-field incidents?

By Matt Brooks | 03:57 PM ET, 07/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 01:30 PM ET, 07/18/2012

Tour de France: Frank Schleck tests positive for diuretic, suggests he was poisoned

By Matt Brooks

Last year’s third-place finisher and the leader of the RadioShack Nissan Trek team has requested a B sample test after he tested positive for the specified substance Xipamide.

By Matt Brooks | 01:30 PM ET, 07/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Cycling

Posted at 11:09 AM ET, 07/18/2012

Knicks let Jeremy Lin walk; could they be better without him?

By Matt Brooks

By not matching Houston’s offer for Jeremy Lin, New York is banking on Raymond Felton and Jason Kidd to man the point.

By Matt Brooks | 11:09 AM ET, 07/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 04:35 PM ET, 07/17/2012

Report: Lakers discussing Dwight Howard deal with Magic. Again.

By Matt Brooks

The Magic met with the Lakers on Tuesday to rekindle trade talks for a deal that would send their disgruntled center to Los Angeles.

By Matt Brooks | 04:35 PM ET, 07/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 07/17/2012

Cowboys WR Dez Bryant arrested on family violence charge

By Matt Brooks

The third-year Dallas receiver was arrested and later released after he allegedly assaulted a female family member, according to a report.

By Matt Brooks | 01:00 PM ET, 07/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 12:26 PM ET, 07/17/2012

Without Joey Votto, Reds hope to remain in NL Central hunt

By Matt Brooks

All-star first baseman opts for knee surgery now to be healthy for fall pennant race.

By Matt Brooks | 12:26 PM ET, 07/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: MLB

Posted at 10:22 AM ET, 07/17/2012

NCAA president: Penn State poses ‘unprecedented problem’

By Matt Brooks

The NCAA is awaiting a response from Penn State before it determines whether it will impose further punishment against the school’s football program.

By Matt Brooks | 10:22 AM ET, 07/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NCAA

Posted at 04:03 PM ET, 07/16/2012

Reports: Matt Forte, Bears agree to four-year deal

By Matt Brooks

Chicago will pay its workhorse back a reported $32 million over four years — including $18 million guaranteed.

By Matt Brooks | 04:03 PM ET, 07/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 12:38 PM ET, 07/16/2012

Tour de France: Bradley Wiggins avoids Stage 14 tack minefield, maintains lead through 15th stage

By Matt Brooks

Race officials are asking police to investigate after a slew of riders suffered flat tires caused by tacks and nails littered across the road.

By Matt Brooks | 12:38 PM ET, 07/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Cycling

Posted at 11:42 AM ET, 07/16/2012

Jeremy Lin’s run with Knicks could be over

By Matt Brooks

After adding a pair of veteran point guards, New York appears to be bracing for life without Linsanity.

By Matt Brooks | 11:42 AM ET, 07/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 03:48 PM ET, 07/13/2012

Reports: Drew Brees agrees to $100 million deal with Saints

By Matt Brooks

New five-year contract makes New Orleans signal-caller highest-paid player in NFL history.

By Matt Brooks | 03:48 PM ET, 07/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 11:28 AM ET, 07/13/2012

Chelsea captain John Terry cleared of racial abuse

By Matt Brooks

A London chief magistrate ruled there was insufficient evidence to support Anton Ferdinand’s claim that the former England national team captain racially abused him during an October match.

By Matt Brooks | 11:28 AM ET, 07/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Soccer

Posted at 05:39 PM ET, 07/12/2012

Michael Jordan: Kobe Bryant’s comparison of 2012 Olympic squad to Dream Team ‘laughable’

By Matt Brooks

His Airness disputes Bryant’s claim that Team USA could compete with the original “Dream Team.”

By Matt Brooks | 05:39 PM ET, 07/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Olympics

Posted at 04:13 PM ET, 07/12/2012

Nick Saban’s daughter sued by sorority sister for Facebook-fueled fight

By Matt Brooks

According to a lawsuit filed by a University of Alabama student, the daughter of Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban attacked

By Matt Brooks | 04:13 PM ET, 07/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:57 AM ET, 07/12/2012

Does Penn State football deserve the death penalty?

By Matt Brooks

Can Penn State’s football program recover or should the NCAA pull the plug?

By Matt Brooks | 10:57 AM ET, 07/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: College Football

Posted at 10:06 AM ET, 07/12/2012

The Freeh report and Joe Paterno: How will it impact the coach’s legacy?

By Matt Brooks

The report casts wide blame on Penn State’s top officials for its handling of Jerry Sandusky, including longtime head football coach Joe Paterno.

By Matt Brooks | 10:06 AM ET, 07/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: College Football

Posted at 01:17 AM ET, 07/12/2012

Title chasers Ray Allen, Rashard Lewis officially sign with Miami Heat

By Matt Brooks

Veteran sharpshooters give defending champions an added perimeter dimension.

By Matt Brooks | 01:17 AM ET, 07/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 02:25 PM ET, 07/11/2012

Drew Brees prepared to hold out of Saints training camp

By Matt Brooks

The last thing New Orleans needs is a drawn out contract dispute with its franchise quarterback, but unless the two sides can reach a deal soon, that’s exactly what the Saints are going to get.

By Matt Brooks | 02:25 PM ET, 07/11/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 11:48 AM ET, 07/11/2012

Reports: Dwight Howard trade talks now include Lakers, Rockets

By Matt Brooks

While the Nets continue to work on a blockbuster to trade to land Orlando’s all-star center, the Magic is once again exploring other options.

By Matt Brooks | 11:48 AM ET, 07/11/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 11:35 AM ET, 07/11/2012

Melky Cabrera, Giants reward voters in NL all-star victory

By Matt Brooks

San Francisco’s four all-star starters left their mark in the National League’s third straight Midsummer Classic win.

By Matt Brooks | 11:35 AM ET, 07/11/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: MLB

Posted at 12:57 PM ET, 07/10/2012

Report: Knicks add Marcus Camby in sign-and-trade

By Matt Brooks

New York picked up another veteran big man to pair with Defensive Player of the Year Tyson Chandler.

By Matt Brooks | 12:57 PM ET, 07/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 11:10 AM ET, 07/10/2012

Did R.A. Dickey get snubbed as NL All-Star Game starter?

By Matt Brooks

Matt Cain had a tremendous first half, but should Tony La Russa have given the 37-year-old knuckleballer the nod instead?

By Matt Brooks | 11:10 AM ET, 07/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: MLB

Posted at 10:20 AM ET, 07/10/2012

Home Run Derby: Robinson Cano feels the wrath in Kansas City, goes homerless

By Matt Brooks

Much to the delight of the Kansas City fans, the defending Home Run Derby champ came up empty at Kauffman Stadium.

By Matt Brooks | 10:20 AM ET, 07/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: MLB

Posted at 05:47 PM ET, 07/09/2012

London 2012 Olympics: Hope Solo warned by USADA after positive drug test

By Matt Brooks

U.S. women’s national team goalkeeper was publicly warned but not suspended after she tested positive for the banned substance Canrenone.

By Matt Brooks | 05:47 PM ET, 07/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Olympics

Posted at 03:45 PM ET, 07/09/2012

Report: Dwight Howard-to-Nets proposal includes more than 10 players, four first-round picks

By Matt Brooks

The Brooklyn Nets are going for quantity over quality with their latest trade proposal to land Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard.

By Matt Brooks | 03:45 PM ET, 07/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 03:36 PM ET, 07/09/2012

Dwight Howard to the Nets? Here we go again.

By Matt Brooks

The Magic and Nets continue to work on a deal that would send the All-Star center to Brooklyn. Will they finally get it done this time?

By Matt Brooks | 03:36 PM ET, 07/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 12:12 PM ET, 07/09/2012

Adrian Peterson: ‘Truth will surface’

By Matt Brooks

The Vikings’ All-Pro running back was charged with a misdemeanor for resisting arrest at a Houston-area nightclub early Saturday morning.

By Matt Brooks | 12:12 PM ET, 07/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 04:07 PM ET, 07/06/2012

Jason Kidd, Jeremy Lin have Knicks pondering point guard situation

By Matt Brooks

New York picked up a veteran point guard, but how far will they go to keep their young backcourt star?

By Matt Brooks | 04:07 PM ET, 07/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 09:15 AM ET, 07/06/2012

Wimbledon Live: Roger Federer beats Novak Djokovic to reach final

By Matt Brooks

Can Roger Federer dethrone the reigning Wimbledon champion and move one step closer to a seventh title?

By Matt Brooks | 09:15 AM ET, 07/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Tennis

Posted at 12:50 PM ET, 07/05/2012

NFL stadiums to show same video replays referees see during reviews

By Matt Brooks

Fans at NFL stadiums will now see exactly what replay officials see during challenges and video reviews.

By Matt Brooks | 12:50 PM ET, 07/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 11:25 AM ET, 07/05/2012

Jeremy Lin gets reported $30 million offer from Rockets; will the Knicks match it?

By Matt Brooks

The pressure is on New York to match a backloaded offer from Houston to keep Jeremy Lin in the Big Apple.

By Matt Brooks | 11:25 AM ET, 07/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 10:10 AM ET, 07/05/2012

In Steve Nash, Kobe Bryant, Lakers finally have their point man

By Matt Brooks

Kobe Bryant has never been a big fan of Steve Nash, but the new teammates are now united in their aim to bring home a championship.

By Matt Brooks | 10:10 AM ET, 07/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 04:50 PM ET, 07/03/2012

NBA rumors: Dwight Howard, Jason Terry, Jeremy Lin, Andrew Bynum could be on the move

By Matt Brooks

With NBA free agency fast approaching, a number of big-name players are the focus of major trade rumors.

By Matt Brooks | 04:50 PM ET, 07/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 04:30 PM ET, 07/03/2012

Roger Goodell upholds Saints bounty suspensions for players

By Matt Brooks

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has upheld the discipline imposed against four players for their involvement in the New Orleans Saints bounty scandal, denying their appeals for a reduction in punishment.

By Matt Brooks | 04:30 PM ET, 07/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NFL

Posted at 03:12 PM ET, 07/03/2012

F1 test driver Maria de Villota “conscious” after crash

By Cindy Boren

Formula One test driver Maria de Villota reportedly is conscious after sustaining what originally were described as “life-threatening” injuries in freak accident.

By Cindy Boren | 03:12 PM ET, 07/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:17 PM ET, 07/03/2012

U.S. soccer star Megan Rapinoe: “For the record: I am gay”

By Matt Brooks

With reporters stocking up on personal stories to feature during the upcoming London Olympics, the American midfielder decided it was time to come out publicly.

By Matt Brooks | 02:17 PM ET, 07/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Olympics

Posted at 02:10 PM ET, 07/03/2012

Report: Ray Allen to visit Miami Heat, Los Angeles Clippers

By Cindy Boren

With a two-year, $12-million offer from the Boston Celtics in his pocke, free agent Ray Allen reportedly will visit with the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Clippers this week.

By Cindy Boren | 02:10 PM ET, 07/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:28 PM ET, 07/03/2012

Andy Griffith: “What It Was, Was Football” was only the start

By Cindy Boren

Andy Griffith began his remarkable career with a comedy bit called “What It Was, Was Football.” All these years later, it’s still funny.

By Cindy Boren | 01:28 PM ET, 07/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:59 AM ET, 07/03/2012

Reports: Atlanta Hawks deal Joe Johnson, Marvin Williams to clear cap space for 2013-14

By Matt Brooks

New GM Danny Ferry’s fire sale in Atlanta could set the Hawks up to land a top free agent or two next summer.

By Matt Brooks | 11:59 AM ET, 07/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NBA

Posted at 10:29 AM ET, 07/03/2012

Dwight Howard to Nets? Could Brooklyn soon have its own big three?

By Cindy Boren

After a drama-filled season, Dwight Howard reportedly is the subject of trade talks between the Brooklyn Nets and Orlando Magic.

By Cindy Boren | 10:29 AM ET, 07/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:46 PM ET, 07/02/2012

Nastia Liukin’s career ends with awful fall — and graceful exit

By Cindy Boren

Gold medalist Nastia Liukin won’t return to the Olympics after a terrible fall in the gymnastic trials.

By Cindy Boren | 05:46 PM ET, 07/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:03 PM ET, 07/02/2012

Euro 2012: Spain celebrates and wonders just how good this soccer team is

By Cindy Boren

As Spain takes a break from its economic problems to celebrate Euro 2012 victory, the question arises: Just how good is this soccer team?

By Cindy Boren | 03:03 PM ET, 07/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:25 PM ET, 07/02/2012

Report: Anthony Davis sprains ankle, likely to miss Olympics

By Cindy Boren

Anthony Davis, the New Orleans Hornets’ No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft, is likely to miss the Olympics after spraining his ankle, Yahoo reports.

By Cindy Boren | 01:25 PM ET, 07/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:04 PM ET, 07/02/2012

Tiger Woods: Does AT&T National victory mean he’s closer to winning a major?

By Cindy Boren

The AT&T National victory is the third of the year for Tiger Woods, but now he needs to win a major. He has two more chances this year.

By Cindy Boren | 12:04 PM ET, 07/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:15 AM ET, 07/02/2012

Wimbledon 2012: Serena Williams wins; Maria Sharapova loses (updated)

By Cindy Boren

Serena Williams advances to Wimbledon quarterfinal and Maria Sharapova is upset by Sabine Lisicki. Roger Federer wins a four-setter.

By Cindy Boren | 11:15 AM ET, 07/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

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The Early Lead: July, 2012