9:43 AM ET Over the past quarter-century, the running back position has endured many transformations, from the age of the bell-cow back — at least five carried the football 320 or more times in each season from 1994-2006, with a high point of nine in 2003 — to older backs putting forth unheard-of production —
What a summer for those named Southgate! After Gareth’s exploits at the World Cup, Matthew shoots two under-par here at Carnoustie in his opening round at The Open. There was no waistcoat, but Southgate looks right at home here, having been a member since he was 16. “I don’t think you can know the course
9:57 AM ET “Suga” Sean O’Malley is on the comeback trail. The popular UFC bantamweight is eyeing a return to action at UFC 229 on Oct. 6 in Las Vegas, his manager Daniel Rubinstein told ESPN. According to Rubinstein, Team O’Malley wants to fight Alejandro Pérez on the card. Perez is coming off a unanimous
10:30 AM ET Bob PockrassNASCAR Close • NASCAR writer for ESPN.com• 2009, 2013 NMPA Writer of the Year• More than 25 years experience covering motorsports ROSSBURG, Ohio — Imagine how fans seven years ago would react to NASCAR Cup series teams preparing for a road course that combines the Charlotte Motor Speedway oval and runs through the infield.
10:30 AM ET Bob PockrassNASCAR Close • NASCAR writer for ESPN.com• 2009, 2013 NMPA Writer of the Year• More than 25 years experience covering motorsports ROSSBURG, Ohio — Imagine seven years ago how NASCAR fans would react to NASCAR Cup Series teams preparing for a road course that combines the Charlotte Motor Speedway oval and runs through the
9:32 AM ET It is true the Orioles possess some kind of all-time record for deals wrecked by failed medical examinations, and yes, their proposed trade of Manny Machado to the Dodgers was slowed by a snag in the doctor review. But the trade is done, about 24 hours after the Dodgers kicked off the
Basketball Australia is unlikely to appeal FIBA bans handed down to three players — Daniel Kickert, Thon Maker and Chris Goulding — for their roles in the ugly brawl with the Philippines in the World Cup qualifier in Manila on July 2. Kickert, who sparked the fracas with his stray elbow, was hardest hit, suspended
By Mattias Karen, Arsenal correspondent Former Arsenal midfielder Stewart Robson tries to read deeper into Arsene Wenger’s regret about staying on as Gunners boss for too long. Unless a “big opportunity” arises, Arsenal boss Unai Emery says he won’t feel the need to make any further summer signings. Arsenal midfielder Kelechi Nwakali will spend a
The FC crew look back on the 2018 World Cup and identify four stars who either improved their stock in Russia or saw it take a hit with their play. The transfer window is open, and Transfer Talk has the latest rumours making the rounds. Follow along with our daily blog throughout the summer. Man
7:48 AM ET Andrew Fidel Fernando Successful teams can make themselves dizzy in Sri Lanka, when after one or two losses they try to devise new plans on how to tackle spin. For years struggling visiting captains have put forth varying ideas. “We need to read the spinners better out of the hand,” some have