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Last updated: September 14, 2026, 11:08 PM ET

College Football: Texas Takes Over at No. 1

Texas surged to No. 1 in the Week 2 AP poll after its dramatic 24-23 comeback victory over then-No. 1 Ohio State, and coach Steve Sarkisian argued the Buckeyes should be rewarded for scheduling a marquee nonconference matchup rather than punished for the loss. The latest Power Rankings installed a new No. 1 and welcomed Michigan into the Top, while our CFP top-12 projection examined how far the selection committee might drop Ohio State. The shake-up rippled through the postseason picture, with updated bowl projections reflecting the weekend's big wins and tough losses, and our Week 2 takeaways flagged Ohio State's tempo problem as a concern for CFP contenders. Fans can still make their picks for how the 12-team bracket will play out using the Allstate Playoff Predictor.

Oklahoma State Stuns Oregon

One week after an embarrassing loss to Tulsa, Oklahoma State snapped the nation's longest losing streak by upsetting Oregon, a result the Cowboys felt should have been even more lopsided — one coach said they "probably should've won by." The victory reshuffled the Power Rankings and dealt the Ducks a costly early-season defeat.

NFL: Rams Lose Garrett to Knee Surgery

Rams coach Sean McVay said it became clear after the Week 1 loss that Myles Garrett needed knee surgery, despite initial hopes the defensive end could play through the injury. Garrett is now set to miss at least four weeks, a significant blow to Los Angeles' defense.

NFL Week 1: Record-Breaking Sunday

The Bears, Bills and Ravens all won on a record-breaking Sunday as Week 1 continued following a Super Bowl rematch and a trip to Australia. Meanwhile, Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence threw four touchdowns in a dominant Week 1 win over the Browns, raising the question of whether his hot start can survive tough September matchups given his career struggles in the month.

NBA: Ballmer Accepts Punishment

Clippers owner Steve Ballmer said he will accept the NBA's punishments for the franchise's salary-cap violations and will not pursue legal action, adding that he has "sincere regrets" over the matter.

US Open: Zverev Wins Second Major

Alexander Zverev won the US Open, capping an unpredictable tournament and 2026 Grand Slam season. He beat Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2 in Sunday's final, claiming his second major title and extending the American men's Grand Slam drought dating to 2003.

FIBA World Cup: Team USA Golden Again

Team USA rallied past France to capture a fifth straight World Cup gold, overcoming a 14-point early deficit behind dominant defense and timely veteran play. Breanna Stewart was widely credited with guiding the program to the title, with teammates calling her the "greatest winner."

Sarkisian's Case and the Playoff Debate

Sarkisian's plea that Ohio State should be rewarded for playing Texas added a new wrinkle to the CFP debate, though the Buckeyes' slide in the CFP projection suggested the committee may not see it that way.

F1: Madrid Debut Draws Criticism

The Spanish Grand Prix's brand-new Madring circuit produced dull racing in its inaugural race Sunday, leaving many in the paddock dissatisfied — including the top three finishers. Organisers are now set to make changes to the Madrid layout after the criticism. Separately, Honda changed the leadership of its F1 engine programme following a disappointing start to its return to the sport.

NASCAR: Larson Ends Drought

Kyle Larson ended a 51-race winless streak Sunday in a crash-filled NASCAR Cup Series race at World Wide Technology Raceway, shaking up the playoff standings and boosting his title hopes.

Solheim Cup: Europe Reclaims Title

Captain Anna Nordqvist's faith in Europe's young rookies paid off as they delivered crucial points to regain the Solheim Cup with a victory over the United States.

UFC: Aspinall Vacates Heavyweight Title

Britain's Tom Aspinall, who has not fought for almost a year, vacated his heavyweight title because of complications in his recovery from an eye injury, and the UFC is expected to consider formally removing the belt.

Boxing: Benn Uncertain After Garcia Loss

Conor Benn said he does not know what is next in his career after a crushing world title defeat by Ryan Garcia.

College Football: Kiffin's Return to Ole Miss

LSU Governor Jeff Landry and Ole Miss coach Pete Golding pleaded for "Southern hospitality" ahead of Lane Kiffin's return to Oxford on Saturday, expressing hope there will be no security issues.

College Football: Sports as a Unifier

In his latest column, Dan Wetzel argued that sports should unite rather than divide, writing that an image Bo French found troubling in UT's victory party actually represented the American dream.

GAA: Integration Process Continues

GAA President Jarlath Burns insisted the integration process between Gaelic games' three bodies is not over despite a missed 2027 deadline, stressing the key is ensuring the outcome is "sustainable and robust."

Rugby: Pollock Weighs Options

Henry Pollock continues to play hardball in contract talks with Northampton Saints, insisting he remains open to offers from elsewhere.

Rugby: WRU Hits Back on Region Axe

The WRU's director of women's rugby hit back at "embarrassing" claims over why a men's region is being axed, rejecting suggestions that women's rugby is to blame.

Rugby: Davey Targets Wales Debut

Uncapped Wales scrum-half Megan Davey admitted she almost quit before her recent call-up at age, and she is now targeting a debut against South Africa.

Cricket: County Championship Title Race

Somerset, Nottinghamshire and Warwickshire are separated by just five points with two matches remaining in the 2026 County Championship, setting up a tense title finish.

Cricket: McCullum Responds to Pietersen

England coach Brendon McCullum wants Kevin Pietersen to challenge the team's methods, after the former batter accused England players of not trying on last year's tour of India.

Tennis: Samuel's "Surreal" Davis Cup Year

Britain's Toby Samuel is set to make his Davis Cup debut after what he called a "surreal" 12 months that took him from the Challenger Tour to the international stage.

Athletics: Kerr's Kit Protest

Josh Kerr celebrated becoming Great Britain's first Ultimate Champion by making a pointed statement about funding in athletics, reigniting a debate over brands versus country. The inaugural Ultimate Championship concluded with athletics taking its first strides in a new direction.

Athletics: Hunt Leads Response to Sweeney Advert

British sprinter Amy Hunt led criticism from female athletes of a controversial betting advert starring actress Sydney Sweeney, with athletes declaring "this is what women in sport look like."

Ice Hockey: Storm Game Called Off

Manchester Storm called off their Challenge Cup match against the Nottingham Panthers at the AO Arena because of what the club described as a "technical issue with the ice."

Podcast: Sports' Strangest Crimes

The latest episode of the BBC Sounds series examines a new number one, exploring how life at the top is not always easy in the world of tennis.