Briefing: NFL Laying Groundwork to Hire Replacement Refs
Strategic angle: The NFL is preparing to hire replacement officials if a new agreement with the NFL Referees Association isn't reached.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
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Briefing: Eagles Acquire QB Andy Dalton from Panthers
Strategic angle: In a surprising move, the Eagles have traded for veteran quarterback Andy Dalton, sending a future seventh-round pick to the Panthers.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Duke likely without Ngongba for tourney opener
Strategic angle: Duke will open the NCAA tournament Thursday without big man Patrick Ngongba, who continues to recover from a foot injury.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: From Peter Suder to Cameron Boozer: Ranking the top 50 players in men's March Madness
Strategic angle: From mid-major leaders to national superstars, here's who could impact their teams' NCAA tournament runs.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: NBA Power Rankings: Sixth men, rookies and unsung heroes for all 30 teams
Strategic angle: From rookies, veterans and Sixth Man of the Year candidates, NBA insiders break down each team's unsung hero this season.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: 2026 NBA playoff picture: Standings, tiebreakers, projections as Thunder clinch playoff berth
Strategic angle: With less than a month to go before the start of the 2026 NBA playoffs, here's where things stand.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Takeaways from opening week of NFL free agency: Biggest signings, losses for all 32 teams
Strategic angle: Let's break down the main free agency signings, latest buzz on moves and biggest remaining questions for every team.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Crosby: I was 'livid' when Ravens nixed trade
Strategic angle: Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby expressed his frustration over the Ravens' decision to cancel a trade deal.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: NFLPA elects former OL Tretter as next director
Strategic angle: The NFLPA has elected former union chief strategy officer and retired Cleveland Browns offensive lineman JC Tretter as its next executive director.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Sources: Dolphins star Achane off-limits in trade
Strategic angle: The Dolphins have informed inquiring teams that De'Von Achane is not available in a trade, sources told ESPN.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Trucks driver parked for mocking IndyCar racer
Strategic angle: NASCAR driver Daniel Dye faces suspension for inappropriate behavior during a livestream.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Biggest questions, projections and more: Storylines to watch ahead of NBA playoffs
Strategic angle: Our NBA Insiders answer the biggest questions facing contenders in the East and West as the regular season winds to a close.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Barnwell: The Broncos are all-in, and the Dolphins are all-out ... but does either strategy make sense?
Strategic angle: Denver traded its first-round pick to Miami for Jaylen Waddle. Are the Broncos legit Super Bowl contenders? Are the Dolphins rebuilding in a smart way?
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Today on Sky Sports Racing: Knockamore and Despereaux clash at Hereford
Strategic angle: The Sky Sports Racing cameras head to Hereford on Wednesday afternoon, with all seven races live from 2pm.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Howard checks last box with first NCAAT win
Strategic angle: Howard held off a late surge from UMBC to earn the first NCAA tournament victory in program history, an 86-83 decision in the First Four on Tuesday night.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: FIBA World Cup: Caitlin Clark thrives in injury return; Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese push for roster spots
Strategic angle: Clark looks like she's ready to reclaim her place among the top guards in the WNBA
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: CB Taylor-Britt signs with Colts, rejoins Anarumo
Strategic angle: Free agent cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt signed with the Colts, the team announced Tuesday.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Wonnum joins Lions after 2-year Panthers stint
Strategic angle: Free agent defensive end D.J. Wonnum signs a one-year deal with the Detroit Lions.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Wolves' Edwards to miss time with knee soreness
Strategic angle: Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards underwent an MRI on his right knee that revealed inflammation, and he will be reevaluated in 1-2 weeks.
Editorial Staff Mar 18
Briefing: Pippen, Aldama have season-ending surgery
Strategic angle: Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. and forward Santi Aldama will miss the rest of the season after each had surgery on Tuesday.
Editorial Staff Mar 18