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Last updated: September 13, 2026, 11:43 PM ET

NFL: Saints Fume Over Overturned Touchdown in OT Loss to Lions

New Orleans dropped a wild 31-30 overtime decision to the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, but the result was overshadowed by a controversial overturned defensive touchdown that Saints coach Kellen Moore described as "a little bit" of a backbreaker. Moore argued the reversal represented a "huge momentum swing" in a game his team had positioned itself to win, and the locker room's frustration was palpable in the aftermath. The loss dropped New Orleans into an early-season hole in the NFC South, while Detroit escaped with a victory it will happily take despite the officiating firestorm.

NFL: Aaron Rodgers' 2026 Season Under the Microscope

The Steelers quarterback, now entering his 22nd NFL season, is chasing a handful of career records as ESPN chronicles what the network has framed as his "last rodeo". Through Week, Rodgers has thrown for 1 passing touchdown as the tracking project documents every milestone along the way. Pittsburgh's fortunes this fall will hinge heavily on whether the 40-something signal-caller can sustain his production across a full 17-game slate.

College Football: Texas Topples Ohio State in Historic Comeback, Jumps to No. 1

The biggest story of the weekend came in Columbus, where No. 4 Texas erased a 20-point fourth-quarter deficit to stun No. 1 Ohio State 24-23. Arch Manning delivered in the fourth, leading scoring drives of, 13 and 12 plays as the Longhorns clawed back from a 23-3 hole. Hollywood Smothers capped the rally with a 1-yard leap over the pile with just 25 seconds remaining. Ryan Day's Buckeyes, who controlled the game for more than three quarters, saw their lead evaporate in a matter of minutes. "This one hurts," Day told reporters after the collapse. The result reshaped the AP Top, with Texas soaring to No. 1 and Ohio State falling out of the top five for the first time in two seasons. Michigan also returned to the Top 25 after its own statement win. The weekend's best moments included Arch's signature win and a pair of remarkable turnarounds from Texas, Michigan and Oklahoma State. Week 2's two helmet games — Ohio State-Texas and Oklahoma-Michigan — bookended the day, with the Wolverines grinding out a physical, defensive victory over the Sooners.

College Football: Oklahoma State Stuns Oregon, Ending 21-Game FBS Skid

Oklahoma State pulled off the first true stunner of the 2026 season, beating No. 6 Oregon 39-31 to snap a 21-game losing streak against FBS opponents. The Cowboys' breakthrough added another layer of chaos to a weekend that already featured the sport's biggest upset. Meanwhile, the updated SP+ rankings for all 138 FBS teams reflect the seismic shifts, with strength of schedule and résumé metrics recalculated after the weekend's results. Analysts are now asking hard questions about Ohio State's big-game problem, as well as whether Oregon and Oklahoma have fixed the issues that plagued them a year ago. The first CFP top-12 projection of the season assesses how far the Buckeyes could fall in the selection committee's eyes. Fans can also make their own picks for how the 12-team playoff field will ultimately take shape.

College Football: Boston College's 'Red Bandanna' Uniforms Lead Week 2 Looks

One of college football's most meaningful uniforms will carry even more emotion than usual on Friday, as Boston College honors the legacy of Welles Crowther with its annual Sept. 11 tribute. The Eagles' look headlined the best uniforms of Week 2 across the sport.

College Football: Mizzou Trolls Kansas After Border War Win

The Tigers had plenty of material for their rivals after a Week 2 Border War victory, jabbing Kansas across social media in a series of posts that quickly went viral. Missouri's win added another chapter to one of college football's most bitter — if dormant — rivalries.

Tennis: Zverev Wins US Open, Denies Shelton and American History

Alexander Zverev captured his second career major title on Sunday, beating Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2 in the US Open final. The victory kept American men without a Grand Slam singles title since 2003 and denied Shelton his shot at history in front of a home crowd. Zverev's run capped an unpredictable tournament and a chaotic 2026 Grand Slam season. Both finalists, notably, emerged from the shadow of the "Sincaraz" era to reach the sport's biggest stage.

Tennis: Rybakina's Improbable Run Ends With First US Open Title and No. 1 Ranking

Elena Rybakina completed one of the most unexpected title runs in recent memory, defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 to claim her first US Open championship and the third Grand Slam title of her career. The victory punctuated her climb to world No. 1 and capped a miraculous run that began with serious questions about her fitness. Rybakina arrived in New York unable to walk without pain after injuring her foot, yet left the city as champion. Sabalenka, meanwhile, was left to smash her racquet in frustration after another near miss in a year that has seen her lose the world No. 1 status she once held.

Basketball: Team USA Wins Fifth Straight World Cup, Stewart Leads the Way

Team USA captured its fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup gold medal with a victory over France in Berlin, and the program credited Breanna Stewart for guiding the run. Stewart was hailed as the "greatest winner" of her generation after another dominant tournament. The final was a rematch of the Olympic gold medal game, and France entered as the better team through the group stage. Les Bleues led by 14 points early, but the U.S. defense clamped down and the veterans stepped up to secure gold once again.

Golf: Europe Reclaims Solheim Cup Behind Woad and Hull

Team Europe wrestled the Solheim Cup back from the United States with a 15½-12½ victory at Bernardus Golf, powered by a dominant Sunday singles performance. Lottie Woad holed a putt from 2 feet on No. 17 to guarantee Europe reached the 14½ points needed to clinch. Charley Hull got the ball rolling as Europe's big guns finally came to the fore on the final day.

Motorsports: Antonelli Wins Chaotic Spanish GP as Madring Debut Falls Flat

Andrea Kimi Antonelli extended his championship lead to 81 points with a victory at the Spanish GP, but the race was defined by a virtual safety car that cost Lando Norris what seemed like a certain win. Norris said he was "insanely unlucky" to lose the race because of the VSC timing, reigniting debate over whether F1 should change its rules. The debut of the brand-new Madring circuit left everyone dissatisfied, with paddock figures wary that the layout would produce dull racing — a fear that came to pass Sunday. Antonelli's performance drew praise in the driver ratings, with Franco Colapinto also earning one of his best weekends of the season.

Motorsports: Larson Ends 51-Race Drought, Marquez Takes Moto GP Lead

Kyle Larson ended a 51-race winless streak Sunday in a crash-filled NASCAR Cup Series race at World Wide Technology Raceway, a result that shook up the playoff standings and boosted his title hopes. In Moto GP, defending champion Marc Marquez moved to the top of the drivers' standings with a sprint-race double in San Marino.

Boxing: Garcia Demolishes Benn in Two Rounds to Retain WBC Title

Ryan Garcia needed only two rounds to take out Conor Benn, recording his fastest knockout in six years to retain the WBC welterweight championship in Las Vegas. The round-by-round breakdown showed a world title mismatch from the opening bell. The loss sent the biggest night of Benn's career into freefall in Vegas, raising questions about what comes next for the Briton. Garcia, meanwhile, immediately called for a fight with Teofimo Lopez, with Shakur Stevenson, Devin Haney and Gervonta "Tank" Davis also in the conversation. BBC Sport described the performance as a ruthless second-round stoppage that left Benn's corner with no answers.

Cycling: Mas Clinches Vuelta as Brennan Misses Record

Spain's Enric Mas clinched the Vuelta a España title on the final day, while Britain's Matthew Brennan missed out on a record sixth debut Grand Tour stage win. The result capped a dramatic three-week race.

Athletics: Kerr Dominates for $150k, Taylor-Brown Ends Drought

Josh Kerr ended a sensational season by winning the Ultimate Championship 1500m title in Budapest, collecting $150,000 and giving Great Britain its first Ultimate title at the inaugural edition of athletics' new global event. At the World Triathlon Championship Series in the Czech Republic, Georgia Taylor-Brown won the women's race for her first World Series victory in three years, while Alex Yee finished second in the men's event. At the Great North Run, Kenya's Brigid Kosgei won the women's race as Eilish McColgan withdrew early with injury, and American Zouhair Talbi took the men's title.

Rugby: Springboks Power Past All Blacks in Rivalry Series

South Africa's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series victory over New Zealand offered a clear set of lessons about the balance of power between the two giants, with the Springboks' forward dominance and the All Blacks' flashes of old form both on display. In rugby league, the Leeds Rhinos dominated the 2026 Super League Dream Team with six selections — more than any other club.

Soccer: Wrexham's Parkinson Under Pressure After 6-0 Thrashing

Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson is feeling the heat after a sluggish start to the Championship campaign continued with a 6-0 thrashing at West Ham. The question now is whether the veteran manager can bounce back yet again. In the Irish Premiership, a Glentoran side that promised so much on paper has failed to deliver, leaving supporters searching for answers.

Snooker: Carter Wins First English Open in Front of Home Crowd

England's Ali Carter won the English Open in style with a 9-6 victory over Mark Williams in front of his home support in Brentwood, claiming the title for the first time in his career.

Cricket: Trescothick Opens Debate on England's Test Opener Role

England's Test opener does not necessarily have to be a specialist at the top of the order, according to Marcus Trescothick, who opened the debate on how the selectors should approach the position. His comments come as England continues to weigh its options ahead of a busy Test schedule.

UFC: White Says Aspinall's Heavyweight Title Status to Be Discussed

Dana White said the UFC will discuss Tom Aspinall's status as heavyweight champion after the British fighter has been out for almost a year with injury, raising the possibility the promotion could urge him to vacate the belt.

Miscellaneous: Koval Transfers to Baylor, Coe Stands Firm on Russia, Evans' Whirlwind Year

Ukrainian basketball player Kate Koval has been granted a transfer waiver to join Baylor University after leaving LSU because the program signed a Russian player. World Athletics president Sebastian Coe said the organization's stance on sanctions for Russian athletes will not change. And Wales forward Georgia Evans will not forget 2026, a year in which she won a league title, got engaged, bought a house and started the process of having a family.