ARTICLES
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The NFL suspended the Rams lineman two games without pay after he struck a Bills player during the postgame jersey swap. Here’s what happened and what’s next.
The NFL suspended the 49ers linebacker one game without pay after he headbutted a helmetless Seahawks player. Here’s what happened and what comes next.
Bijan Robinson, Sonny Styles and Myles Price earned NFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
Brock Bowers, Talanoa Hufanga and Tyler Loop earned AFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
NFL Crucial Catch has surpassed 1.1 million cancer screenings while expanding early detection resources in under-resourced communities.
Brock Purdy, Jevón Holland and Myles Price earned NFC Players of the Month honors after standout performances in September.
Kenneth Walker, Greg Rousseau and Evan McPherson earned AFC Players of the Month honors after standout September performances.
Seven standout stats from NFL Week 3, including Jahmyr Gibbs' historic start, Aaron Rodgers passing Drew Brees and the Ravens' last-second win in Rio.
Panthers fall 21-18 to the Browns. See Bryce Young's grade, key standouts and what it means for Sunday Night Football vs. the Lions.
Brock Purdy, Devin Lloyd and Isaiah Rodgers earned NFC Player of the Week honors after standout performances in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.
The NFL and TMRW Sports announced a new annual Pro Flag Showcase to kick off Super Bowl LXI week in Los Angeles, spotlighting stars of the upcoming pro flag football league.
Burna Boy will headline the halftime show at the first-ever NFL Paris Game between the Steelers and Saints on Oct. 25 at Stade de France.
Texas produced the most NFL players of any state on 2026 Kickoff Weekend rosters, as the NFL also reported record growth in youth, high school and college football.
D’Andre Swift, Zack Baun and Simi Fehoko earned NFC Week 1 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
Kenneth Walker, T.J. Watt and Evan McPherson earned AFC Player of the Week honors after standout performances in Week 1.
The NFL is expanding creator access in 2026 with behind-the-scenes coverage, international games, YouTube programming and cultural storytelling.
The NFL and Nex launch NFL FLAG Heroes, a motion-powered flag football game featuring all 32 NFL clubs on Nex Playground.
TikTok and the NFL renew their multi-year partnership, expanding football content, fan experiences and global engagement on the platform.
The NFL and NFLPA launch a Behavioral Health Network Sept. 1, expanding confidential mental health support for eligible players and families.
COLLEGE SPORTS
Louisville basketball stars Flory Bidunga and Jackson Shelstad earn Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cardinals are picked third in the 2026-27 poll.
Virginia guard Kymora Johnson earns Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cavaliers are picked sixth in the 2026-27 women's basketball poll.
Wake Forest quarterback Gio Lopez earns his second Manning Award Star of the Week honor after throwing for 303 yards and four total touchdowns against NC State.
Wake Forest defensive lineman Langston Hardy earns East-West Bowl Defensive Player of the Week honors after recording eight tackles against NC State.
New coaches, rebuilt rosters and a packed room for Duke. Day 3 of ACC Tipoff closed out men's media day with big questions and bigger personalities.
Louisville basketball announces 2026-27 TV assignments and tip times, including games on ABC, ESPN, ACC Network and The CW.
Women's media day wrapped, the commissioner drew a packed house, and men's basketball finally took the stage. Day 2 revealed a lot about the season ahead.
The ACC is coming off a record NCAA Tournament year. Four teams explained how they plan to build on it.
Death Valley was loud, but Miami was better. The Hurricanes handed the Tigers their first ACC loss, and Clemson's players said execution was the difference.
Virginia Tech erased an 11-point deficit in under four minutes, but a missed 36-yard field goal as time expired gave Pitt a 35-33 win in Blacksburg.
Wake Forest women’s basketball will host UNCG Oct. 25 in a free exhibition before opening the 2026-27 season Nov. 2.
The Citadel men's basketball team will face College of Charleston in the inaugural LinkU Invitational at Credit One Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 27, airing live on ESPN+.
Miami beat Wake Forest 33-20, but its offense scored zero points in the fourth quarter — the Hurricanes' only points came off a Wake Forest safety.
Clemson survived a storm-delayed home opener, beating Georgia Southern 22-7 behind timely field goals and a stout defense. Tigers host UNC next.
Wake Forest’s 2026-27 ACC schedule features nine home games, including Duke, NC State and North Carolina at LJVM Coliseum.
NC State opens the Justin Gainey era with 32 regular-season games, including a Bahamas tournament and ACC matchups.
Virginia Tech scored 73 unanswered points before a field goal spoiled the shutout, as James Franklin's Hokies debut opened with a historic rout of VMI.
Wake Forest dominated Akron 38-16 in its home opener, powered by a strong ground game as QB transfer Gio Lopez and the Deacs pulled away early.
Wake Forest mourns Alphonso Smith, the Demon Deacons legend who holds the ACC career interceptions record with 21.
Wake Forest women’s basketball will host nine ACC opponents in 2026-27, including Duke, NC State, Stanford and Louisville at LJVM Coliseum.
Wake Forest will face Mississippi State in the 2026 Battle 4 Atlantis opener Nov. 25 on ESPN2 at Imperial Arena in The Bahamas.
Wake Forest opens the 2026 season against Akron on Sept. 3 after a nine-win 2025 campaign. Can Gio Lopez and Davaughn Patterson lead the Deacs higher?
Wake Forest enters 2026-27 with national recognition as Carlos Hernandez, Valentina Amaral, Macy Pate and Chloe Kovelesky earn major honors.
Six ACC quarterbacks earned spots on the 2026 Manning Award Preseason Watch List, including Darian Mensah, CJ Bailey and Kevin Jennings.
Lola Ressler scored twice, including a goal 46 seconds in, as No. 11 Wake Forest beat Iowa 2-0 for its first win over the Hawkeyes since 2000.
Twelve ACC football standouts from 10 schools earned spots on the 2026 Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List, led by Clemson and Miami.
Clemson scored four second-half goals, including two from Xander Sevian, to hand No. 3 Furman a 5-1 season-opening loss at Historic Riggs Field.
Four ACC quarterbacks, including Darian Mensah and Kevin Jennings, earned spots on the 2026 Davey O’Brien Award Preseason Watch List.
Wake Forest defensive back Davaughn Patterson earned a spot on the 2026 Senior Bowl Watch List after an All-ACC honorable mention season.
Ten ACC football standouts made the 2026 Biletnikoff Award Watch List, including two selections each from California and Miami.
HBCU
The Bayou Classic names Don Cincone, Daryl Triplett and Chef Niema DiGrazia as 2026 Cultural Ambassadors celebrating Louisiana’s heritage.
Two quarterbacks, two big seasons and a spot in the 2027 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl. Here’s who made the first cut.
Norfolk State and Virginia State hold early leads in the first 2026 Red Lobster Band of the Year rankings, kicking off the race to Atlanta's national championship.
Howard defeated Alabama A&M 31-24 in the MEAC/SWAC Kickoff Challenge in Atlanta, extending the MEAC's series lead as both programs opened their 2026 seasons.
Alabama A&M faces Howard in the 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff, live on ABC from Atlanta's Center Parc Stadium on Aug. 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced its 2026 Deacon Jones Trophy watch list, featuring 52 HBCU football players.
Atlanta HBCU football in 2026 will feature the MEAC/SWAC Challenge, Big Cat Classic, homecomings and Celebration Bowl championship weekend.
ESPN Events announced future Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff matchups, including Morgan State-Alabama State, Jackson State-Norfolk State and South Carolina State-Alcorn State.
The MEAC ESPN media rights agreement extends through 2031, expanding football and basketball coverage while renewing HBCU showcase events through 2032.
The 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge features Alabama A&M vs. Howard as ESPN Events announces a SWAC extension through 2032 and new Toyota partnership.
Toyota signs a three-year agreement with ESPN Events expanding its role across the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kick-Off, Celebration Bowl, halftime shows, and HBCU cultural initiatives.
The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced that its nationally recognized postseason all-star showcase will relocate to Atlanta beginning in 2027, bringing one of the premier celebrations of Historically Black Colleges and Universities football, culture, and professional development to one of the nation's most influential sports cities.
The Black College Football Hall of Fame will honor its 2026 induction class June 6 in Atlanta, celebrating HBCU football legends, coaches and contributors who helped shape the game.
The NFL announced participants for the 2026 HBCU Showcase and International Player Pathway Pro Day in Ashburn, Virginia, featuring top HBCU prospects and global talent ahead of the NFL Draft.
MEAC proudly claims two Super Bowl LX officials — Greg Steed and Roy Ellison. Both alumni launched their careers in the MEAC and now represent the conference on football's biggest stage.
North Carolina Central quarterback Walker Harris and South Carolina State defensive back Jarod Washington have been selected as the 2025 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year.
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has officially announced its 2025 All-MEAC Football Teams, celebrating the exceptional talent, commitment, and competitive spirit displayed by student-athletes throughout the season.
The first-ever P&G Las Vegas HBCU Classic at Allegiant Stadium did exactly what its organizers promised: it turned a football game into a full-blown cultural moment. On October 25, the storied pageantry of HBCU marching bands, the roar of traveling alumni, and a sea of school colors combined with a dramatic finish
Rivalry games reveal who you are. In the Boombox Classic, Jackson State put its identity on display—physical on offense, suffocating on defense, and merciless in the middle eight minutes around halftime—routing Southern 38–13 on the road.
On October 25, 2025, Allegiant Stadium will host the inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic, a landmark showdown between two SWAC giants: Jackson State University and Grambling State University. This isn’t just another football game — it’s a cultural event, a homecoming reunion on neutral turf, and a declaration that HBCU football deserves the brightest of stages.
The Playmakers Press, edition 12 dives deep into the College Football season with success from Edward Waters University. The struggles of the Kansas City Chiefs and other teams, with much more!
Edward Waters upsets No. 13 Virginia Union 41-38 in the Unity Classic with a game-winning field goal as time expires. Bodden, Thomas, Jean-Baptiste, and Gagne lead the way in this thrilling HBCU showdown. Cleaned up mistakes or die trying—see how both teams move forward.
If the road loss at Southern Miss raised questions, Jackson State answered them with a 30–0 shutout of Tuskegee. It wasn’t just a reaction—it was a reset. The Tigers asserted trench control, tightened coverage, and showed the kind of composure that separates good teams from consistent winners.
The Playmakers Press, edition 10 dives deep into the College Football season and gives a game day preview. There is NFL and other sports news such as Naomi Osaka in the U.S. Open!
The Tigers opened 2025 with a 28–14 win over Hampton, and it looked exactly like the staff drew it up: control the line, set the pace, finish drives. The box score won’t crown a Heisman, but it tells the right story—composure, balance, and situational poise.
The 2025 Black College Football Hall of Fame “Clash at the Classic” will be broadcast live on NFL Network and streamed on NFL+ and HBCUGO.tv on Sunday, August 31 at 4:00 p.m. ET, as No. 19 Virginia Union University takes on No. 24 Miles College at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio.
Post Game Conference- MEAC/SWAC KICKOFF CHALLENGE 2025: NCCU Eagles dominate Southern Jaguars 31-14 in electric Georgia showdown. Christian Moseley leads Eagles to victory at Center Parc Stadium. Epic HBCU football featuring Human Jukebox vs Sound Machine band battle. Complete game recap with coach interviews and key plays.
MEAC/SWAC KICKOFF CHALLENGE 2025: NCCU Eagles dominate Southern Jaguars 31-14 in electric Georgia showdown. Christian Moseley leads Eagles to victory at Center Parc Stadium. Epic HBCU football featuring Human Jukebox vs Sound Machine band battle.
The Playmakers Press, edition 9 dives deep into the College Football season approaching and gives a Clemson University game day preview against LSU. There is a Fantasy football guide to help newbies and much more!
Leading the charge is newly appointed Head Coach Brian Jenkins, who delivered inspiring opening remarks that outlined his vision for the program's future. Jenkins brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of building championship-caliber programs, promising to elevate Edward Waters football to unprecedented heights.
Jahmyr Gibbs, Byron Murphy and Corliss Waitman earn NFC Week 5 Player of the Week honors after standout performances across the NFL.
Louisville basketball stars Flory Bidunga and Jackson Shelstad earn Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cardinals are picked third in the 2026-27 poll.
Virginia guard Kymora Johnson earns Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cavaliers are picked sixth in the 2026-27 women's basketball poll.
Two quarterbacks, two big seasons and a spot in the 2027 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl. Here’s who made the first cut.
The NFL suspended the Rams lineman two games without pay after he struck a Bills player during the postgame jersey swap. Here’s what happened and what’s next.
The NFL suspended the 49ers linebacker one game without pay after he headbutted a helmetless Seahawks player. Here’s what happened and what comes next.
New coaches, rebuilt rosters and a packed room for Duke. Day 3 of ACC Tipoff closed out men's media day with big questions and bigger personalities.
Louisville basketball announces 2026-27 TV assignments and tip times, including games on ABC, ESPN, ACC Network and The CW.
Women's media day wrapped, the commissioner drew a packed house, and men's basketball finally took the stage. Day 2 revealed a lot about the season ahead.
The ACC is coming off a record NCAA Tournament year. Four teams explained how they plan to build on it.
Furman volleyball swept Chattanooga 3-0 at Timmons Arena on Big Din Energy night, climbing to 2-2 in SoCon play behind a loud crowd and Tennyson Gorman.
Virginia State men’s tennis will join the SIAC as an affiliate member for 2026-27, beginning with the conference fall open Oct. 28-30.
Furman rallied past Chattanooga 3-2 at Timmons Arena for its first SoCon win, snapping a losing streak with a 16-14 fifth-set finish.
Bijan Robinson, Sonny Styles and Myles Price earned NFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
Brock Bowers, Talanoa Hufanga and Tyler Loop earned AFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
NFL Crucial Catch has surpassed 1.1 million cancer screenings while expanding early detection resources in under-resourced communities.
Brock Purdy, Jevón Holland and Myles Price earned NFC Players of the Month honors after standout performances in September.
Kenneth Walker, Greg Rousseau and Evan McPherson earned AFC Players of the Month honors after standout September performances.
Tuskegee's Khalil Genwright was named SIAC Preseason Player of the Year, headlining the conference's 2026-27 men's basketball preseason honors.
Miles guard Samarian Franklin was named SIAC Preseason Player of the Year, headlining the conference's 2026-27 women's basketball preseason honors.
Seven standout stats from NFL Week 3, including Jahmyr Gibbs' historic start, Aaron Rodgers passing Drew Brees and the Ravens' last-second win in Rio.
Panthers fall 21-18 to the Browns. See Bryce Young's grade, key standouts and what it means for Sunday Night Football vs. the Lions.
Furman women’s soccer scored seven goals, including two each from Bri Pinasco, Norah Roller and Jenny Jacobson, in a 7-1 win over VMI.
Wake Forest women’s basketball will host UNCG Oct. 25 in a free exhibition before opening the 2026-27 season Nov. 2.
The Citadel men's basketball team will face College of Charleston in the inaugural LinkU Invitational at Credit One Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 27, airing live on ESPN+.
Brock Purdy, Devin Lloyd and Isaiah Rodgers earned NFC Player of the Week honors after standout performances in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.
The NFL and TMRW Sports announced a new annual Pro Flag Showcase to kick off Super Bowl LXI week in Los Angeles, spotlighting stars of the upcoming pro flag football league.
Burna Boy will headline the halftime show at the first-ever NFL Paris Game between the Steelers and Saints on Oct. 25 at Stade de France.
Texas produced the most NFL players of any state on 2026 Kickoff Weekend rosters, as the NFL also reported record growth in youth, high school and college football.
D’Andre Swift, Zack Baun and Simi Fehoko earned NFC Week 1 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
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2026 ACC Women's Basketball Championship: Duke Defeats Louisville 70-65 in OT to Win 10th Title
Duke defeats Louisville 70-65 in overtime to win the 2026 ACC Women's Basketball Championship — their 10th title. Taina Mair, Delaney Thomas, and Riley Nelson led the Blue Devils past a relentless Cardinals squad at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA.
Louisville Cardinals Outlast UNC Tar Heels 65-57, Punch Ticket to ACC Tournament Championship
Louisville women's basketball defeated UNC 65-57 in a gritty, edge-of-your-seat ACC Tournament semifinal at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA. Imari Berry's double-double led the Cardinals, who advance to the ACC Championship game for the first time since 2018.
Duke Survives Hannah Hidalgo's Late Heroics to Edge Notre Dame, Advance to ACC Tournament Championship
In one of the ACC Tournament's most thrilling finishes, No. 1 Duke held off a furious Notre Dame comeback to win 65-63 at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA. Taina Mair orchestrated the Blue Devils' championship run while Hannah Hidalgo's last-second three-point attempt fell short.
UNC Pulls Away From Virginia Tech 85-68 to Punch Ticket to ACC Tournament Semifinals
No. 3 UNC survived a spirited challenge from Virginia Tech, pulling away in the second half to win 85-68 at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA. Lanie Grant led the Tar Heels with 21 points as UNC advances to the ACC Tournament semifinals.
Louisville Dominates Syracuse 87-61, Advances to ACC Tournament Semifinals Behind Balanced Attack
Louisville dismantled Syracuse 87-61 at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA, with a suffocating team effort and standout performances from Tajianna Roberts, Reyna Sott, and Imari Berry to punch their ticket to the ACC Tournament semifinals.
Hannah Hidalgo, Iyana Moore Torch NC State as Notre Dame Women Storm Into ACC Tournament Semifinals
Hannah Hidalgo dropped 25 points and Iyana Moore added 20 points and 9 rebounds as No. 5 seed Notre Dame dismantled NC State 81-63 in the ACC Tournament quarterfinals at Gas South Arena. The Fighting Irish have won seven straight and face No. 1 Duke in the semifinals Saturday.
Duke Holds Off Gritty Clemson 60-46 to Advance to ACC Tournament Semifinals
Top-seeded Duke defeated Clemson 60-46 at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA, in a hard-fought ACC Tournament quarterfinal. Toby Fournier and Mia Moore both dropped 17 points, but the Blue Devils' second-quarter surge proved too much for the Tigers to overcome.
Virginia Tech Outlasts Georgia Tech 62-54 in Gritty ACC Tournament Battle of the Techs
Virginia Tech survived a slow start and a fierce Georgia Tech comeback to win 62-54 at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA, advancing to Day 3 of the ACC Tournament. Talayah Walker's 20-point effort wasn't enough as the Hokies held on late.
Uche Izoje's Double-Double Powers Syracuse Women's Basketball Past California in ACC Tournament
Syracuse women's basketball rode a dominant double-double from ACC Rookie of the Year Uche Izoje to a 70-59 ACC Tournament win over California at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA, advancing to Day 3.
Hidalgo Puts on a Clinic: Notre Dame Beats Miami 69-54 to Roll Into ACC Tournament Day 3
Hannah Hidalgo backed up her ACC Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year honors with 28 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, powering Notre Dame past Miami 69-54 at Gas South Arena. The Fighting Irish advance to face NC State.
Clemson Women's Basketball Holds Off Virginia 63-50 in ACC Tournament Battle
Clemson's women's basketball team survived a tense ACC Tournament bubble battle against Virginia, 63-50, at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA. Mia Moore took over in the second half to send the Tigers to a date with No. 1 Duke.
Georgia Tech Powers Past Florida State 72-60 to Advance in ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament
Georgia Tech defeated Florida State 72-60 in the first round of the 2026 ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament at Gas South Arena. La’Nya Foster scored 18 points to lead the Yellow Jackets to the second round.
Miami Holds Its Nerve, Defeats Stanford 83-76 in Overtime Classic
No. 12 Miami defeated No. 13 Stanford 83-76 in overtime at the 2026 ACC Women’s Basketball Championship in Duluth, Georgia. Ra Shaya Kyle recorded her 20th double-double as the Hurricanes advanced in a March classic.
2025-26 ACC Women’s Basketball Awards: Hannah Hidalgo Wins Player and Defensive Player of the Year
Hannah Hidalgo wins ACC Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year to headline the 2025-26 ACC Women’s Basketball awards. Full All-ACC team and award winners.
ACC Reveals Bold New Court Design for 2026 Ally ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament
The Ally ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament remains the oldest Division I conference women’s basketball tournament in the country. Now in its 49th year, the event continues to grow in attendance, visibility, and national prominence.
2026 ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament Bracket Set: Duke Earns No. 1 Seed at Gas South Arena
The 2026 ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament bracket is set. Duke earns the No. 1 seed as teams head to Gas South Arena in Atlanta, March 4–8.
Jahmyr Gibbs, Byron Murphy and Corliss Waitman earn NFC Week 5 Player of the Week honors after standout performances across the NFL.