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Last updated: September 27, 2026, 2:16 PM ET

College Football

Iowa stunned Michigan with a last-second, 16-yard touchdown pass to lift the No. 25 Hawkeyes to a 13-10 victory over the Wolverines in Ann Arbor. Florida hammered No. 4 Ole Miss 52-28 as Jadan Baugh ran for 142 yards and three touchdowns, pushing the Gators into CFP contention discussions. Texas held off No. 14 Tennessee 20-17 with a defensive stand, as Colin Simmons tied the program record with five sacks to preserve the Longhorns' undefeated start. Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables mulling benching quarterback Jackson Mateer after a nightmare first half versus Georgia, where the Sooners trailed 21-3 at halftime. Maryland coach Mike Locksley vowed to get the Terrapins 'fixed' after a 54-3 drubbing by UCLA, acknowledging mounting questions about his job status. Indiana RB Turbo Richard likely avoided serious injury after leaving Friday's game against Michigan State, with sources indicating he could return soon.

NFL

Our experts dive into the odds and player props for Week, offering their best bets for Sunday's games including Chiefs vs. Dolphins and other key matchups across the league. Travis Kelce could defy age with a huge season, as fantasy analysts note the tight end's potential to maintain elite production despite entering his 12th NFL campaign. Brandt Snedeker questions his own Presidents Cup strategy after resting Scottie Scheffler, blaming himself for the American deficit in the biennial golf competition against the Internationals. Colin Simmons apologized for drawing an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty by miming urinating on the field versus Tennessee, a mistake that drew criticism from coaches and fans alike. Texas Tech LB Austin Romaine returned two interceptions for touchdowns on consecutive passes, a rare feat highlighted in the Pick-12 segment as a turning point in the Red Raiders' defensive performance.

WNBA

A'ja Wilson won her third straight AP WNBA Player of the Year award, cementing her status as the league's premier player while Napheesa Reese was named top defender. We're picking every series in the WNBA playoffs' first round, projecting the New York Liberty to advance past the Connecticut Sun and naming A'ja Wilson as both champion and MVP. From the first tipoff to the final buzzer, we've got everything you need to know about the 2026 WNBA playoffs, including key questions surrounding playoff positioning and potential upsets in the opening round.

Tennis

Brandt Snedeker questions his own Presidents Cup strategy after resting Scottie Scheffler, blaming himself for the American deficit in the biennial golf competition against the Internationals. Dustin Johnson trims the International lead at the Presidents Cup, as Americans made a small dent in the deficit by filling the leaderboard with red numbers Saturday morning. The Internationals hold a three-point lead over the United States in the Presidents Cup, with the team poised to secure a first President's Cup victory in 28 years on Sunday's final day.

Golf

Brandt Snedeker questions his own Presidents Cup strategy after resting Scottie Scheffler, blaming himself for the American deficit in the biennial golf competition against the Internationals. Dustin Johnson trims the International lead at the Presidents Cup, as Americans made a small dent in the deficit by filling the leaderboard with red numbers Saturday morning. The Internationals hold a three-point lead over the United States in the Presidents Cup, with the team poised to secure a first President's Cup victory in 28 years on Sunday's final day.

Rugby League

Matt Peet says Wakefield were "far too good" for his Wigan side in Saturday's Super League play-off exit, admitting the loss hurts but expressing pride in his team's effort throughout the season. Wakefield Trinity produce a sensational upset to reach their first ever Super League Grand Final, shocking Wigan Warriors in the semi-final to set up a title clash. Wakefield Trinity were playing in rugby league's second tier in 2024, now just one win from reaching the Grand Final and turning a 'pipe dream' into reality after two years of rapid progression.

Netball

Scotland and Northern Ireland secured qualification for the Netball World Cup 2027 after winning their respective regional qualifiers, boosting their hopes for the upcoming global tournament. Scotland beat Northern Ireland 67-43 in the Netball World Cup qualifier, making it two wins from two in the competition and significantly boosting their World Cup qualification hopes.

Cricket

England crushed Sri Lanka by 223 runs in the ODI series finale, with Tom Banton delivering on all of his potential by scoring a brilliant first innings century to seal the series victory. South Africa beat Australia in the ODI series, as David Miller and Temba Bavuma's sublime centuries set up the Proteas' 32-run win to claim the series victory. Australia are reduced to 11 men but dug in for a remarkable win against a much-changed South Africa side in the Perth Test, winning 42-38 despite having four players down for much of the match.

Rugby Union

Saracens overcame a second-half red card for Nick Isiekwe to edge Leicester Tigers 40-38 in a thrilling Premiership opener, beginning the Brendan Venter era with a narrow victory. Cardiff triumph in the first United Rugby Championship Welsh derby of the season, beating Scarlets to seal an opening win in the newly formatted competition. Bristol Bears claim a notable win away against Sale Sharks, running in five tries to secure a bonus-point opener in their URC campaign. England edge past New Zealand with a last-gasp try by Zoe Harrison, embracing the growing competitiveness of the women's game as they rally to victory in the closing moments. Adam Jones will face one of his greatest challenges when he takes on the Cardiff Half Marathon, having shed five stone in preparation for the grueling endurance event.

Cycling

Demi Vollering continues her remarkable season with a thrilling victory in the women's road race world title in Montreal, securing her second world championship in the discipline. Mallory Franklin completes her return following the birth of her child by winning three medals at the European Canoe Championships, showcasing her resilience and skill across multiple disciplines.

Marathon

Tigst Assefa wins the Berlin Marathon but narrowly misses out on the world record, finishing in 2:11:53 just seconds shy of the historic mark set by her compatriot. Tigst Assefa wins the Berlin Marathon but narrowly misses out on the world record, finishing in 2:11:53 just seconds shy of the historic mark set by her compatriot.

UFC

Raoni Barcelos is 'stable, alert' after being hospitalized following a TKO loss to Raul Rosas Jr. in the UFC main event, with medical staff monitoring his condition after the Saturday night bout.

Boxing

Johnny Fisher wins his first fight under the Zuffa Boxing banner, outpointing a bloodied Anthony Pirotton on his Zuffa debut to begin his professional career with a victorious start.

F1

Christian Horner is proving a distraction for Ferrari by "looking for a job", according to team principal Frederic Vasseur, who defended the squad amid ongoing speculation about the Red Bull advisor's intentions.

Laver Cup

Carlos Alcaraz narrowly avoids back-to-back singles defeats for the first time in Laver Cup history, saving match points to help Europe maintain their lead in the biennial team competition against Team World.

Billie Jean King Cup

The Czech Republic ease past Ukraine to win the Billie Jean King Cup for the 12th time, securing a dominant victory in the women's international team tennis competition.

Ireland Rugby

Beibhinn Parsons becomes Ireland women's all-time record try scorer as they held off Japan 31-24, breaking a longstanding individual milestone in the process.

Wales Rugby

Wales may have suffered another Test defeat, but Sean Lynn's new-look side has shown growth and optimism despite the loss, with the head coach remaining positive about future prospects. Sean Lynn is still seeing the positives despite Wales' narrow WXV loss to the USA, emphasizing development over results in the early stages of his tenure.