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Last updated: September 15, 2026, 10:06 PM ET

WNBA

The Washington Mystics have clinched a playoff berth, completing one of the fastest rebuilds in recent league memory behind a young core that has energized the franchise. The turnaround marks a dramatic reversal from recent seasons and positions Washington as a dangerous lower-seed matchup heading into the postseason.

NBA

LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer said he will accept the NBA's penalties for salary-cap violations, telling reporters he has "sincere regrets" about the matter. Ballmer confirmed the organization is cooperating fully with the league's disciplinary measures.

College Football

Ohio State coach Ryan Day said the Buckeyes will make hard decisions following their late collapse at Texas, a loss that has intensified scrutiny on the program's late-game execution. Meanwhile, Vanderbilt will hand the offense to freshman quarterback Jared Curtis, who is set to start Saturday against NC State.

Texas quarterback Arch Manning apologized for what he called an "insensitive comment" regarding an AI-generated violent video, addressing the controversy publicly for the first time. On the field, Oklahoma's Drew Mestemaker earned Heisman of the Week honors for Week 2 after showcasing unexpected running ability alongside his passing.

CFP Picture

ESPN experts released their updated College Football Playoff predictions, projecting the top 12 teams as the early season takes shape. The latest CFP Bubble Watch examines whether the SEC could land six teams in the field, with Miami and BYU also drawing attention as at-large contenders.