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Notre Dame, Illinois Set Home-and-Home for 2027-28
Illinois announced a home-and-home football series with Notre Dame on Tuesday, setting up the first meeting between the two programs since 1968.
Rebounding Woes Mar Michael Malone’s UNC Coaching Debut
Michael Malone’s UNC debut ends in an 80-72 win over Western Carolina, but the Tar Heels are haunted by rebounding woes. Western Carolina out‑rebounded North Carolina 41-32 overall and 13-7 on the offensive glass, giving them extra possessions despite the loss. Key interior players—6‑foot‑10 Stevenson and freshman Mali big man Sayon Keita—registered only two rebounds each, highlighting the frontcourt’s struggles. Malone, the first coach since 1952 without prior UNC ties, worked with 11 newcomers, including transfers like Matt Able, who scored a team‑high 18 points. While the victory is encouraging, the rebounding deficit remains the biggest red flag as the roster continues to gel.
Trey Kaufman-Renn Debuts for Kansas in Win Over Fordham
Trey Kaufman-Renn makes his Kansas debut off the bench, scoring 9 points and grabbing 5 rebounds in the No. 17 Jayhawks' 95-65 season‑opening victory over Fordham. The former Purdue star entered the game early in the first half and scored within 13 seconds, ending weeks of eligibility uncertainty after securing an NCAA injunction. Ranked No. 36 in ESPN’s preseason top‑100, Kaufman‑Renn could bolster Bill Self’s frontcourt as a reliable reserve. Kansas also saw Zeke Mayo White (22 points) and freshman Darryn Peterson Stokes (15) contribute, while the program decides if the transfer will earn a starting role.
Caleb Williams Switches To All-Black Cleats After Fines
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams traded his fined Caddix shoes for custom all‑black, logo‑free cleats on Monday, ending a two‑week, $35,823 penalty streak. The NFL fined him $11,941 in Week 6 and $23,882 in Week 7 for wearing unauthorized footwear, prompting the switch before the Bears beat the Seattle Seahawks. Williams says the change is to “calm things down” and keep the focus on the team, not to concede the gear dispute. The NFL’s uniform rule only permits apparel from Nike, Adidas or Under Armour, so the matte black pair meets the branding requirement while preserving the safety benefits he values. No league response yet, but the Bears look to build on the win.
Blue Jays Decline Myles Straw’s $8 Million Option
The Blue Jays declined Myles Straw's $8M option with a $1.75M buyout. Toronto reshapes outfield depth for 2027 after losing Varsho and Springer.
Evan Carter hip surgery puts Opening Day status in doubt
Evan Carter underwent hip surgery to address labral injury and impingement. His recovery timeline puts his Opening Day 2027 status in doubt.
Tigers Decline Jansen Option, Retain Anderson and Waguespack
The Tigers declined Kenley Jansen's $12 million option and re-signed Jacob Waguespack. They exercised Drew Anderson's $10 million option for 2027.
Raptors vs Clippers Score: Toronto Surges In 4th Quarter
The Toronto Raptors outscored the LA Clippers 47-27 in the fourth quarter to erase a 16-point deficit and win 125-118 on Monday at Intuit Dome.
Warriors Beat Suns 116-113: Curry Scores 34
Stephen Curry pours in 34 points, seven assists and six rebounds as the Golden State Warriors rally from a 17‑point hole to beat the Phoenix Suns 116‑113 at Chase Center, extending their winning streak to five. The Warriors surge in the third quarter, outscoring Phoenix 42‑36, with Brandin Podziemski adding 20 points and Georges Niang 13 off the bench. Devin Booker leads Phoenix with 26 points, but the Suns fall to 1‑4 and a three‑game skid. The victory moves Golden State to 5‑3, just one game behind the Lakers in the Pacific Division.
Lakers Rout Heat 138-117 Behind Doncic’s 42-13
Luka Doncic scored 42 points with 13 assists as the Lakers beat the Heat 138-117, improving to 6-2 with a dominant first-half performance Monday.
Trail Blazers Beat Nuggets 118-110 Behind Avdija’s 28 Points
Portland Trail Blazers beat Denver Nuggets 118-110 on Monday. Deni Avdija scored 28 points; Donovan Clingan posted 17 points and 18 rebounds.
Thunder Beat Cavaliers 117-112 as SGA Scores 43
Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander erupts for 43 points and eight assists as the Oklahoma City Thunder edge the Cleveland Cavaliers 117‑112 at Rocket Arena. The Thunder improve to 5‑2, snapping a three‑point lead battle with 23 lead changes and a decisive third‑quarter surge that stretched their lead to 14. Donovan Mitchell tops Cleveland with 17 points and 11 assists, but poor free‑throw shooting (58%) hurts the Cavs. Isaiah Hartenstein adds 14 rebounds, while the Thunder dominate the paint 50‑30 and out‑rebound Cleveland 54‑46. The win moves OKC to second in the Northwest Division, one game behind Portland.
Hurricanes vs Predators Nov. 3: Preview and Storylines
The Carolina Hurricanes (12-2-2, 26 points) head to Bridgestone Arena on Nov. 3 to face the Nashville Predators (5-4-5, 15 points) in their first meeting of the season. Carolina rides a five‑game win streak, a 7‑0 shutout of Winnipeg, and a league‑leading .903 save percentage, while lead forward Sebastian Aho sits on 21 points. Nashville looks to build momentum after a shootout win over Tampa Bay, with Steven Stamkos scoring the decisive goal and Filip Forsberg leading with 17 points. Key storylines include the Hurricanes’ 530 shots versus the Predators’ shaky defense and goaltending, making this a pivotal test for both clubs.
Ducks vs Canucks Preview: What To Know Before Tuesday
The Anaheim Ducks vs Canucks preview for Tuesday, Nov. 3 centers on two Pacific Division clubs trying to find footing from opposite ends of the standings.
Ohio State Women’s Basketball Kicks Off 2026 Season With a Big Victory Over the University of Illinois at Chicago
Ohio State women’s basketball opens the 2026‑27 season with a dominant 81‑34 win over the University of Illinois at Chicago, building a 27‑7 first‑quarter lead and never looking back. Jalani Canbridge leads the Buckeyes with standout scoring, while the team controls the paint with a 20‑8 rebound edge and a three‑to‑one block advantage. The victory positions Ohio State for preseason awards, including watch‑list nods for Canbridge and Elsa Lemmila. Next up: Ohio State hosts Central Michigan Thursday.
Matt Rhule Daughter Fan Incident
Nebraska coach Matt Rhule addressed a fan cursing at his 13-year-old daughter after the Huskers' loss to Washington, urging fans to stay calm.
Eight MLB Players Get $23.15M Qualifying Offers
Eight MLB players receive $23.15 million qualifying offers on Monday, the smallest group since the system’s inception. The list includes NY Yankees closer David Bednar, Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki, and Seattle’s Randy Arozarena, with five others—Jake Bauers, Trevor Rogers, Ryan Jeffers, Brandon Lowe and Adrian Morejón—also tagged. Players have until 4 p.m. ET on Nov. 17 to accept a one‑year, $23.15 M deal for 2027 or test free agency; a decline nets the former team a draft pick based on luxury‑tax status. Acceptance rates remain low—only 18 of 157 offers from 2012‑2025—though last year saw a record four acceptances, signaling a shift in how agents view the rising qualifying‑offer salary.
Stars vs Capitals Preview: Rantanen, Tuch Lead Tuesday Clash
The Dallas Stars vs Capitals preview centers on two teams trying to shake off recent losses when they meet Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Capital One Arena in Washington.
Royal Rumble 2027 Set For State Farm Stadium Feb. 6
WWE announces that the 40th Royal Rumble will be held on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2027, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona—marking the third Arizona hosting after 2013 and 2019. The February slot makes it only the second Rumble staged outside January. Both 30‑man and 30‑woman matches will grant winners title shots at WrestleMania 43 in April. A full weekend kicks off Friday, Feb. 5, with SmackDown and AAA’s Road to Rey de Reyes at Desert Diamond Arena. Ticket presale starts Nov. 17, with public sales on Nov. 18 via SeatGeek, and the event streams on the ESPN App in the U.S. and Netflix internationally.
Russell Says 2026 F1 Season Had ‘More Bad Days Than Good’
George Russell admits his 2026 Formula 1 campaign was “more bad days than good” after teammate Kimi Antonelli stole the title, becoming the sport’s youngest champion at 20. Russell managed three wins versus Antonelli’s nine, and cites a lack of consistency as the primary flaw despite bouncing back with a pole and victory in Baku after a poor Madrid race. The 27‑year‑old says the setback won’t end his career, foreseeing another 12‑15 competitive years. He finished eighth in Austin while Antonelli won, underscoring the performance gap as the season wraps up and Russell looks to rebuild consistency for 2027.
Kiffin Laments End Of LSU-Alabama Rivalry Game
LSU coach Lane Kiffin laments that the Nov. 7, 2026 matchup against No. 9 Alabama will be the final scheduled meeting of the historic rivalry, after the SEC’s new format left both teams out of the three protected games. The Tigers, who are 1‑6 in their last seven night home games versus the Crimson Tide, must now play at 3:30 p.m. ET—a rarity since 2010—adding intrigue to the 6‑2‑record showdown. With Alabama holding a 58‑27‑5 series lead and both teams eyeing SEC positioning, the game marks the end of an era and Kiffin’s first face‑off as LSU’s head coach.
Shane Steichen is Gaslighting Colts Fans: The Blame Game After the Jaguars Loss
The Indianapolis Colts suffered a humiliating 42-7 defeat to the Jacksonville Jaguars on November 3, 2026, prompting coach Shane Steichen to blame the loss on “effort and energy” in his post‑game press conference. The article argues Steichen is deflecting responsibility, pointing to systemic failures: a poorly schemed offense, four sacks and ten hits on the quarterback, a secondary that looked “wet paper towel” and a game plan that was “in a recycling bin” before kickoff. It also criticizes the decision to stick with struggling quarterback Daniel Jones, who threw for just 144 yards and two interceptions, and notes that star running back Jonathan Taylor was limited to eight carries for 23 yards. The piece concludes the Colts’ season appears doomed, with deeper issues than simple effort.
Oklahoma Fires Ben Arbuckle, Taps Jason Witten To Call Plays
Oklahoma dismisses offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle after a 42-25 loss to South Carolina, assigning tight ends coach and former Cowboys star Jason Witten to call plays. The Sooners, now 4-4 (2-3 SEC) and ranked last in the conference for yards per game, hope Witten can revive a stagnant offense that averages only 22 points and 3.2 yards per carry. Arbuckle, hired in 2024, exits after less than two seasons, marking the program’s sixth new play-caller in six years. Witten inherits a struggling passing attack led by QB John Mateer and targets like Rocky Beers, while the team teeters on the brink of missing a bowl for the first time since 1998.
Brandon Aiyuk Hires Rosenhaus for NFL Return
Brandon Aiyuk has hired Drew Rosenhaus as his new agent, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, as the San Francisco 49ers wide receiver works toward an NFL return.
Thunder to Retire Russell Westbrook’s No. 0 Jersey
The Oklahoma City Thunder will retire Russell Westbrook’s No. 0 jersey on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2027, during a home game against the New York Knicks. The ceremony follows Westbrook’s August 2026 retirement announcement, making him only the second Thunder player to have his number raised. Over 11 seasons in OKC, Westwest recorded franchise‑record totals in games, points (18,859), rebounds, assists, steals and minutes, and led the team to the 2012 NBA Finals and four Western Conference Finals. He earned a 2016‑17 MVP, 42 triple‑doubles that season, and holds the NBA’s all‑time triple‑double record (209).
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