Last updated: September 29, 2026, 2:27 PM ET
College Football
The Protect College Sports Act cleared the Senate 77-22, reshaping the industry with federal oversight. Meanwhile, CFP expansion talks are intensifying ahead of meetings this week, with a 24-team model gaining traction. The early-season bubble watch after Week 3 highlights teams on the right and wrong sides of the playoff line. September shifts in Georgia’s big-play offense have altered the national landscape, while the September Heisman race features Kamario Taylor and Jeremiah Smith after Week 4’s eye-popping performances. Updated odds boards for the CFP and Heisman show Florida’s Baugh and Mississippi State’s Smith among the leaders.
NFL
Week 4 betting lines and FPI predictions are out for every game, with spreads and totals set across the league.
WNBA
Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell is balancing a historic season and a PhD pursuit while leading a playoff push. Rookie Olivia Miles has developed into the WNBA Rookie of the Year, showcasing her unique talent from New Jersey playgrounds to the biggest stage.
Rugby Union
Prem Rugby is fining Saracens over director of rugby Brendan Venter’s media no-shows, with the club facing penalties. Ulster will be without injured backs Michael Lowry, Aitzol Arenzana-King, and Rob Baloucoune for their URC clash against Glasgow. The Red Roses will return to Sunderland’s Stadium of Light for the 2027 Women’s Six Nations opener.
Other Sports
NASCAR co-owner and driver Brad Keselowski will exit Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing after the season to seek other opportunities. Gymnast Simone Biles is undecided about the 2028 Olympics, though the lure of competing in Los Angeles remains strong. Fernando Alonso says he still feels as fast as anyone, committing to stay in F1 with Aston Martin for at least another season. Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott was jailed for child sexual abuse after being found guilty of two charges. BBC Sport ranks the biggest Test cricket scandals, with sandpapergate revisited ahead of Australia’s tour of South Africa.