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UFC
InjuryUFC

Arman Tsarukyan defeats Mauricio Ruffy for 6th straight win

Arman Tsarukyan, who had to back out of a UFC title fight in January 2025 because of injury, put himself back in position for a championship opportunity Saturday, knocking out Mauricio Ruffy in the first round of the UFC 331 co-main event in Los Angeles.

Arman Tsarukyan · Mauricio Ruffy

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3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

TENNIS
NewsTENNIS

Alex Eala aims for second WTA 500 title at Singapore Tennis Open

Alex Eala has gotten a first-round bye at the Singapore Tennis Open as she eyes a second WTA 500 title this week.

Alexandra Eala

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

NCAAF
CoachingNCAAF

Golding: Beating LSU 'sweet' but not Ole Miss' 'Super Bowl'

While Ole Miss is basking in its victory over former coach Lane Kiffin and LSU, Pete Golding cautioned that his team is aiming for higher goals this season.

Ole Miss Rebels · University of Mississippi · Trinidad Chambliss · LSU Tigers · Louisiana State University

SLAM IMPACT
5/10News significance
Roster or coaching change
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

DENDenver Broncos
NewsNFL

Broncos remain confident in OC Davis Webb as playcaller

The Broncos maintain a "high level of confidence and comfort" in Davis Webb as their offensive playcaller, a team source told ESPN.

Denver Broncos

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

ATLAtlanta Falcons
NewsNFL

Sources: Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. could play in Week 3

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is nearing a return and could make his 2026 debut Thursday night against the Packers, sources told ESPN.

Atlanta Falcons · Michael Penix Jr · Tua Tagovailoa · Cooper Rush

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

EPL
NewsEPL

European soccer live updates: Man City, Liverpool in action

The European soccer weekend continues with Man City looking to go clear at the top of the Premier League vs. Sunderland, and Liverpool facing Bournemouth.

Manchester City · Liverpool

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

NCAAF
CoachingNCAAF

Lane Kiffin reflective as LSU falls in coach's Ole Miss return

After his LSU team fell to Ole Miss 32-24, coach Lane Kiffin spoke of the "emotions of gratefulness" he has for Oxford, Mississippi, and the six years he and his family spent there, a tenure that "went well beyond football."

Ole Miss Rebels · University of Mississippi · LSU Tigers · Louisiana State University

SLAM IMPACT
5/10News significance
Roster or coaching change
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

NCAAB
NewsNCAAB

Micah Gordon becomes Creighton's highest-ranked recruit ever

Point guard Micah Gordon, No. 30 in the SC Next 100, becomes the highest-ranked recruit to ever commit to Creighton.

Creighton Bluejays · Creighton University

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

UFC
NewsUFC

White: No hard feelings toward Aspinall despite Hearn signing

Dana White says he has no hard feelings toward former heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall despite his relationship with Eddie Hearn.

Tom Aspinall

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

MLB
NewsMLB

MLB betting tips for Sunday: Rangers battle to stay atop AL West

All of the odds, recommended prop bets and trends in baseball for Sunday, September 20.

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

ARIArizona Diamondbacks
NewsMLB

Pavin Smith's game-ending homer gives D-backs playoff hope

Pavin Smith, a former highly-touted prospect who was waived by the Diamondbacks two months ago, may have saved Arizona's season with a walk-off homer vs. the Yankees to stay alive in the wild card race.

Arizona Diamondbacks · Pavin Smith

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

INDIndianapolis Colts
SuspensionNFL

Sources: Colts' Keenan Allen faces minimum 3-game suspension

Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen, who was formally charged last week with two misdemeanor offenses stemming from his drunk-driving arrest in downtown Indianapolis last month, is facing a minimum three-game suspension, sources told ESPN.

Indianapolis Colts · Keenan Allen

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

PITPittsburgh Steelers
NewsNFL

Sources: Steelers eye Week 3 return for CB Joey Porter Jr.

The Steelers are planning for Joey Porter Jr. to potentially return for their Week 3 game against the Bengals, sources told ESPN.

Pittsburgh Steelers · Joey Porter Jr

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

ARIArizona DiamondbacksATLAtlanta Braves
NewsMLB

MLB playoff picture 2026: Clinching scenarios, bracket, schedule

From current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule, we have everything you need to know.

Arizona Diamondbacks · Atlanta Braves · Boston Red Sox · Chicago Cubs · Chicago White Sox · Cleveland Guardians · Houston Astros · Los Angeles Dodgers · Milwaukee Brewers · New York Yankees · Philadelphia Phillies · San Diego Padres · Tampa Bay Rays · Texas Rangers · Toronto Blue Jays

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

CLECleveland Browns
NewsNFL

Browns expected to evaluate QB situation ahead of Week 3

The Browns are expected to evaluate their QB situation after their Week 2 game against the Buccaneers.

Cleveland Browns · Deshaun Watson · Shedeur Sanders

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

INDIndianapolis ColtsKCKansas City Chiefs
NewsNFL

How to bet Colts-Chiefs on 'SNF': Analysis, tips and favorite plays

Odds, bets and analysis to help you bet Colts-Chiefs on "Sunday Night Football."

Indianapolis Colts · Kansas City Chiefs · Patrick Mahomes · Kenneth Walker III · Tyler Warren

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

MIAMiami DolphinsDETDetroit Lions
NewsNFL

Who are the top 10 players without a Super Bowl ring?

Introducing our Super Bowl Top 10s. First, we rank the best players who never won a championship, beginning with Dan Marino.

Miami Dolphins · Detroit Lions · Cincinnati Bengals · Chicago Bears · Buffalo Bills · Kansas City Chiefs · Los Angeles Rams · Los Angeles Chargers · Minnesota Vikings

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

NYJNew York Jets
NewsNFL

Jets WR Garrett Wilson sheds slot, makes move back to outside

Wilson hopes to avoid hits and be able to deliver more explosive plays on the perimeter.

New York Jets · Garrett Wilson

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

NENew England Patriots
NewsNFL

What to expect from Patriots QB Drake Maye vs. the Steelers

New England wants Maye to be patient but aggressive. Can he have success against the daunting Pittsburgh defense?

New England Patriots · Drake Maye · Alijah Vera-Tucker · Christian Gonzalez · Eli Raridon

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

EPL
NewsEPL

Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi wants more from Dominic Solanke: 'Not good enough'

Roberto De Zerbi has acknowledged Tottenham Hotspur need more from Dominic Solanke after he criticised the physical condition of the forward.

Tottenham Hotspur · Dominic Solanke

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

Read source: ESPN

Reported · Source: ESPN

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