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Last updated: September 21, 2026, 2:02 PM ET

College Football: Week 3 Shakes Up the Rankings

Ole Miss climbed to No. 4 in the latest AP Top 25 after knocking off LSU, which slid to 10th, as the SEC placed a staggering 10 teams in the poll. The Rebels' statement win headlined a chaotic weekend that also saw an inexplicable NC State fumble and Lane Kiffin's dramatic return to Oxford end in a thriller. Bill Connelly took stock of which undefeated teams he genuinely trusts, from Georgia and Indiana down to Appalachian State and UMass.

AP Poll Fallout and CFP Picture

The Week 3 AP poll reaction broke down what comes next for every Top 25 program, with several marquee matchups looming. Meanwhile, our CFP top-12 projection after Week 3 suggests the selection committee could hand the SEC a decisive edge at the top of the bracket. On the injury front, Ole Miss received encouraging news as sources indicated star running back Kewan Lacy's shoulder injury is not expected to keep him sidelined long term.

NFL: Chiefs Roll, Quarterbacks Fall

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs looked back to their dominant best in Week, but the weekend was overshadowed by injuries to star quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels. The five things we learned from NFL week two paint a picture of a league where contender status can shift violently from one Sunday to the next.

UFC 331: Lightweight Supremacy on Display

Arman Tsarukyan and Joshua Van stole the show with emphatic statements at UFC, prompting a legitimate debate over whether we are living in the greatest era for lightweights in the sport's history. we mapped out the fights that should be next for Van, Tsarukyan and the rest of the UFC 331 stars, pairing each with the most likely opponent and a wild card.

WNBA: Miles Makes History, Leslie Immortalized

Olivia Miles broke Caitlin Clark's record for points by a rookie in a single season, adding another remarkable chapter to a rookie class that keeps rewriting the record books. In Los Angeles, WNBA trailblazer Lisa Leslie became the 16th person and the first Sparks player to be honored with a statue on L.A.'s Star Plaza, unveiled outside Crypto.com Arena as "The First Lady."

Golf: Spaun Triumphs as Elvira Collapses

JJ Spaun won the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth after Manuel Elvira suffered a devastating late collapse, choking back tears as Spaun celebrated becoming the first American since 2010 to claim the European tour's flagship event. The dramatic finish at Wentworth delivered one of the season's most emotional scenes.

Boxing: Cardiff Frontrunner for Fury-Joshua

Cardiff is set to win the race to host the long-awaited heavyweight showdown between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, beating out competition from London and New York. The Principality Stadium's capacity and Wales' track record for staging major events have made it the frontrunner for what would be British boxing's biggest fight in a generation.

Rugby: Edwards Joins Red Roses, Dragons Eye Tiatia Deal

Shaun Edwards has signed a short-term deal to join England women's coaching staff as a consultant ahead of the WXV Global Series, bringing his defensive expertise to the Red Roses. In Wales, the Dragons are in talks over a new deal for head coach Filo Tiatia as he prepares for the season ahead at Rodney Parade.

Wales: Ashley Williams Returns to Coaching Staff

The return of former captain Ashley Williams to the Wales coaching team has excited supporters, with many wondering what the "greatest captain" will bring to Craig Bellamy's setup. Williams' defensive pedigree and leadership could prove invaluable as Wales navigate their next competitive cycle.

Cycling: Backstedt Claims World Silver

Britain's Zoe Backstedt, won silver in the women's time trial at the world championships, while Belgium's riders continued their dominance in the discipline. The result marks another significant podium for the young British rider on the global stage.

Formula 1: Azerbaijan Grand Prix Coverage

All the key BBC coverage details are set for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku, including session times, weather forecasts and broadcast schedules. The race takes place this weekend as the title fight continues to intensify.