Two NFL conference title games, two matchup previews: We have predictions, score picks and X factors
Drake Maye vs. Jarrett Stidham. Matthew Stafford vs. Sam Darnold. We have picks, stats to know and more for the AFC and NFC title games.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:56:46 EST

Ex-Eagles lineman Johnson dies at homeless site
Former Eagles defensive lineman Kevin Johnson died from "blunt head trauma and stab wounds" at a homeless encampment, according to the Los Angeles medical examiner.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:23:30 EST

Scherzer may wait past Opening Day for right fit
Free agent right-hander Max Scherzer is in no hurry to sign for a 19th major league season but also says he is healthy and ready if certain teams call.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:23:30 EST

Ex-snowboarder, FBI fugitive Wedding arrested
Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder who was among the FBI's most-wanted fugitives and faces charges related to drug trafficking and the killing of a federal witnesses, has been arrested, according to authorities.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:23:30 EST

Sources: CFP to remain at 12 teams next season
The College Football Playoff will remain a 12-team field next season, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:23:30 EST