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Carolina is 3-2 and leading a weak NFC South. Here’s why the Panthers could be the playoff team nobody wants to face.
Caleb Williams, Martin Emerson and Chad Ryland earn NFC Week 6 Player of the Week honors after standout performances for Chicago, New Orleans and Arizona.
Two divisional games could reshape the playoff picture this weekend. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
C.J. Stroud, Jalen Ramsey and Julius Chestnut earn AFC Week 6 Player of the Week honors after standout performances for their teams.
Two of the NFL’s best teams put perfect records on the line this week. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
We rank the NFL’s top 10 after Week 5, pick the two teams headed to Super Bowl LXI in Los Angeles, and name the contenders and Trojan horse teams.
The Panthers return from their bye at 2-2 and lead the NFC South. See the Week 6 odds, injury updates and how Bryce Young can keep rolling at Philly.
Jahmyr Gibbs, Byron Murphy and Corliss Waitman earn NFC Week 5 Player of the Week honors after standout performances across the NFL.
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.
COLLEGE SPORTS
Clemson's Will Heldt and Nolan Hauser earn ACC weekly honors after the Tigers' win over Virginia Tech, with Hauser setting a program record.
Louisville guard Jackson Shelstad earns a spot on the 2027 Bob Cousy Award preseason watch list after three seasons at Oregon.
Former Notre Dame All-American Skylar Diggins returns as a special advisor to Niele Ivey, focusing on leadership, personal development and branding.
Virginia guard Kymora Johnson earns her second straight Nancy Lieberman Award watch-list selection after a record-setting junior season.
Virginia Tech stunned Clemson 20-16 on a late fourth-and-1 touchdown, its first win over the Tigers since 2007. Recap, stats and what’s next.
Clemson guard Mia Moore has received NCAA eligibility for 2026-27 after averaging 13.3 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game.
Jackson Shelstad scored 23 points and freshman Obinna Ekezie Jr. had 16 points and five blocks as Louisville ended Kansas’ 58-game home exhibition winning streak.
Notre Dame star Hannah Hidalgo earns AP Preseason All-American honors after a historic season featuring 25.3 points and an NCAA-record 202 steals.
Wake Forest basketball alumni enter 2026-27 across the NBA, G League, international leagues and professional coaching and front-office roles.
Wake Forest women’s basketball opens its 2026-27 preseason with a 68-43 win over NC A&T, led by Adora Nwude’s 11 points.
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.
HBCU
Kentucky State rises to No. 1 as the SIAC places four teams in Super Region Two’s top five in the latest NCAA Division II football NPI rankings.
The inaugural Toyota Championship Projection puts Morgan State atop the MEAC race and Jackson State in front of the SWAC championship outlook.
Edward Waters, Kentucky State and Benedict lead the first NCAA Division II football NPI rankings for Super Region Two, giving the SIAC the top three spots.
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.
Louisville guard Jackson Shelstad earns a spot on the 2027 Bob Cousy Award preseason watch list after three seasons at Oregon.
Former Notre Dame All-American Skylar Diggins returns as a special advisor to Niele Ivey, focusing on leadership, personal development and branding.
Virginia guard Kymora Johnson earns her second straight Nancy Lieberman Award watch-list selection after a record-setting junior season.
Travis Kelce, Kenneth Walker, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Justin Jefferson and Trey McBride can set NFL marks in Week 7. See the records in reach.
Clemson guard Mia Moore has received NCAA eligibility for 2026-27 after averaging 13.3 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game.
Carolina is 3-2 and leading a weak NFC South. Here’s why the Panthers could be the playoff team nobody wants to face.
Caleb Williams, Martin Emerson and Chad Ryland earn NFC Week 6 Player of the Week honors after standout performances for Chicago, New Orleans and Arizona.
Notre Dame star Hannah Hidalgo earns AP Preseason All-American honors after a historic season featuring 25.3 points and an NCAA-record 202 steals.
Two divisional games could reshape the playoff picture this weekend. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
C.J. Stroud, Jalen Ramsey and Julius Chestnut earn AFC Week 6 Player of the Week honors after standout performances for their teams.
Two of the NFL’s best teams put perfect records on the line this week. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
Wake Forest women’s basketball opens its 2026-27 preseason with a 68-43 win over NC A&T, led by Adora Nwude’s 11 points.
We rank the NFL’s top 10 after Week 5, pick the two teams headed to Super Bowl LXI in Los Angeles, and name the contenders and Trojan horse teams.
The Panthers return from their bye at 2-2 and lead the NFC South. See the Week 6 odds, injury updates and how Bryce Young can keep rolling at Philly.
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.
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Skyhawks and Goodwill Bring Career Resources to West Clayton Elementary
The College Park Skyhawks and Goodwill of North Georgia returned to West Clayton Elementary for Curriculum Night and career resources.
College Park Skyhawks Announce 2026-27 Schedule
The College Park Skyhawks open the 2026-27 NBA G League season Nov. 6 with a three-game homestand against Raptors 905 and Long Island.
Skyhawks Continue Community Impact Through ‘Colli’s Classroom’ Program
The College Park Skyhawks presented fifth grader Kishori Das with the 2026 F.L.Y. Award at West Clayton Elementary, celebrating leadership, academics and community impact.
College Park Skyhawks Sell Out Throwback Thursday Game vs Raptors 905
The College Park Skyhawks announced a sellout crowd for Throwback Thursday against Raptors 905, marking the fourth sellout of the 2025–26 season.
College Park Skyhawks Host Throwback Thursday With Denim Jerseys and Goodwill Partnership
The College Park Skyhawks will host Throwback Thursday against Raptors 905 featuring denim-themed jerseys, a Goodwill pop-up shop and clothing donation drive at Gateway Center Arena.
Skyhawks Outlast Raptors 905 in 132–129 Thriller to Open Two-Game Series
The College Park Skyhawks defeated Raptors 905 132–129 in a high-scoring G League battle as Basheer Jihad scored 25 points and RayJ Dennis recorded another double-double.
Skyhawks host youth mentorship event at West Clayton Elementary
Members of the College Park Skyhawks organization visited West Clayton Elementary School on Friday for a youth mentorship event focused on leadership and character development for students in third through fifth grades.
Celtics top Skyhawks 121-115 to close homestand
The Maine Celtics built a large early lead and held off a late rally from the College Park Skyhawks for a 121-115 victory, closing out College Park’s five-game homestand.
Celtics defeat Skyhawks 112-103 in series opener
The Maine Celtics built an early lead and held off a late push from the College Park Skyhawks for a 112-103 win in the first game of a two-game series.
Blue Coats outlast Skyhawks 155-140 despite Dennis’ historic night
The Delaware Blue Coats defeated the College Park Skyhawks 155-140 in a high-scoring matchup, earning a split in the teams’ two-game series.
Skyhawks set franchise marks in 139-113 win over Blue Coats
The College Park Skyhawks recorded franchise highs in assists and fast-break points in a 139-113 victory over the Delaware Blue Coats on Friday night. College Park (4-7) finished with a team-record 41 assists and scored 38 fast-break points, breaking the previous franchise mark of 37.
Long Island Nets Fall in Overtime Thriller on Education Day
The Long Island Nets (5-7), G League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, came up short in a tightly contested overtime battle on Tuesday afternoon, falling 114-107 to the College Park Skyhawks (5-7). The game, Long Island’s annual Education Day matchup at Nassau Coliseum, drew an energetic crowd of 5,771 students and fans.
Skyhawks Show Flash, But Rust and Runs Cost Them in Return to the Court
College Park came back to action tonight, and you could feel the early energy—but you could also feel the rust. The Skyhawks came out firing, dropping 32 points in the first quarter and looking like they were ready to run Long Island right out of the building.
Skyhawks vs. Go-Go Recap: College Park Falls 111–104 in Kids Day Matchup
The College Park Skyhawks fell 111–104 to the Capital City Go-Go on Kids Day, despite a strong start and standout performances from Javan Johnson, Toppin, and Kobe Johnson.
Skyhawks Capture Electric Home Opener Win in Front of Sold-Out Crowd
The College Park Skyhawks launched their 2025–26 home slate in spectacular fashion, securing a 121–113 victory over the Capital City Go-Go in front of a sold-out crowd at Gateway Center Arena. Friday night’s turnout marked the team’s fourth straight home-opening sellout dating back to 2022–23, proving once again that Skyhawks basketball continues to soar in College Park.
COLLEGE PARK SKYHAWKS AND GRAY MEDIA’S ATLANTA NEWS FIRST EXTEND PARTNERSHIP TO AIR ALL HOME GAMES ON PEACHTREE SPORTS NETWORK
The College Park Skyhawks, the official NBA G League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, announced today a continued broadcast partnership with Gray Media’s Atlanta News First (WANF) to air every 2025–26 home game live on Peachtree Sports Network (PSN).
College Park Skyhawks Announce 2025–26 Coaching & Operations Staff
The College Park Skyhawks, NBA G League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, have finalized their coaching and basketball operations staff for the 2025–26 season. Returning for their second seasons at the helm are General Manager Aaron Evans and Head Coach Steve Klei, who are coming off a strong 26–24 campaign.
A Paint-Powered Performance: College Park Skyhawks Demolish Maine Celtics
The College Park Skyhawks unleashed a dominant performance against the Maine Celtics in a high-octane G League showdown. Powerful paint play and strategic defense defined the Skyhawks' explosive victory on their home court.
Skyhawks Soar in Home Opener Thriller, Besting Raptors 905 122-117
The College Park Skyhawks treated fans to an unforgettable home opener, securing a 122-117 win against Raptors 905 at Gateway Center Arena. The Skyhawks now sit comfortably with a 2-0 record, riding high on explosive performances from their top players and a sold-out crowd's energy.
College Park Skyhawks lose to Magic in Back-to-Back Losses! | NBA G
On Saturday night, the Skyhawks faced off against the Magic in a highly anticipated rematch after losing to them previously in overtime. The Skyhawks have a reputation for being tough on their home court, and this game was no exception.
Travis Kelce, Kenneth Walker, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Justin Jefferson and Trey McBride can set NFL marks in Week 7. See the records in reach.