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College football transfer portal prices: Position‑by‑position ranges surge
A compressed Jan. 2–16 window is fueling fast moves and bigger deals. Here's what each position costs this cycle
Chelsea v Bournemouth: Key stats and talking points
Chelsea host Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge, with the Blues aiming to beef up their home form, while the Cherries are just hoping to find any sort of form. The Premier League campaign is about to hit the halfway mark but it must feel a lot further on than that for Chelsea's players, whose off-season was massively shortened thanks to the Club World Cup campaign in June and July. Chelsea are fifth but lie 13 points behind Arsenal, and have six points fewer than they did at this stage of last season.
WATCH: 5-star EDGE DJ Jacobs, No. 1 player in 2027 class, commits on CBS Sports HQ
Jacobs is one of the most sought after recruits in college football
What makes a good E-sports player? Start by being a good human being
Winthrop University in Rock Hill has been leading the E-sports charge among colleges for about seven years. And a local pro squad is trying to increase representation in the sport. Turns out being a good person is better than being a top player.
Rainbow 6 Siege: Game back online as Ubisoft works to fix issues
Publisher Ubisoft works to claw back billions of in-game currency handed out to players.
Noles News: FSU football’s roster turnover continues
Recruiting Football FSU saw a few key contributors announce their intention to enter the transfer portal come January, with running back Gavin Sawchuk, safety Ashlynd Barker and EDGE James Williams all planning to transfer, as well as reserve offensive lineman Manasse Itete: 23 scholarship players have now announced plans to enter the portal: The Seminoles […]
Top 40 power players in North Jersey high school sports entering 2026
Check out Darren Cooper's 14th-annual list of the most powerful people in North Jersey athletics.
Barcelona add three Serie A players to defender shortlist
Barcelona are hoping to sign a new central defender during the winter transfer window, which opens for business later this week. Andreas Christensen’s long-term absence due to an ACL tear, coupled w...
Sword and Fairy 4: Remake official trailer
Publisher CubeGame and developer UP software have released the official trailer for Sword and Fairy 4: Remake, its upcoming single-player RPG remake developed on Unreal Engine 5.
Japan’s Viral Horse-Racing Video Game Has Players Flocking to Real-Life Stables
With more than 30 million downloads, Umamusume: Pretty Derby has generated anime adaptations, live concerts and a new legion of racetrack fans.
No one celebrated the Browns' win harder than Ravens players
The biggest winner from the Browns win over the Steelers? A Ravens team with alligator blood.
Rainbow Six Siege servers are back online after shutting down in response to Marketplace hacks
Rainbow Six Siege players will have to wait until Ubisoft resolves this major breach that led to a complete server shutdown.
Ubisoft is rolling back Rainbow Six Siege servers after being forced to shut them down
Rainbow Six Siege players will have to wait until Ubisoft resolves this major breach that led to a complete server shutdown.
Ubisoft shuts down ‘Rainbow Six Siege’ servers following hack
Ubisoft shut down Rainbow Six Siege servers after hackers handed out 2 billion in-game credits to every player.
Nemo releases Street Fighter 6 tier list where C. Viper is not looking too hot at all
The third competitive season for Street Fighter 6 is already almost complete in terms of official tournaments with 46 out of 48 players qualified for Capcom Cup 12, and we've seen the game's meta shift a decent bit ...
'Silly' to change England management
Joe Root says the England players are “absolutely committed” to the team’s management and it would be “silly” to make changes following the Ashes series defeat.
Massive Rainbow Six Siege breach gives players billions of credits
Ubisoft's Rainbow Six Siege (R6) suffered a breach that allowed hackers to abuse internal systems to ban and unban players, manipulate in-game moderation feeds, and grant massive amounts of in-game currency and cosmetic items to accounts worldwide.
Rainbow Six Siege Is Being Hacked, As Players Are Gifted 2 Billion Credits, While Ban Logs Are Spammed With Digs At Ubisoft
Content creators urge players to stay offline until the problem has been resolved, given the extent of the breach.
Rainbow Six Siege Hacked as Players Get Billions of Credits and Random Bans
Rainbow Six Siege appears to have been hacked as global server outages hit all platforms, with players reporting billions of credits, dev skins, and random bans while Ubisoft calls it a server incident.
Rainbow Six Siege hacked as attackers give players billions of in-game currency – Ubisoft responds
Rainbow Six Siege players are reporting a major ongoing exploit that has resulted in mass account bans and billions of R6 Credits being added to accounts unexpectedly.
NFL Week 17 Fantasy Football injury report
Here we'll try to look at and discuss the players included in the 2026 NFL Week 17 Fantasy Football injury report.
5 Video Games From The 1990s That Aged Flawlessly
Even though they're decades old, these five games have managed to stay timeless and attract players to this day thanks to their great execution.
Orlando Solar Bears go on strike, game postponed
The Orlando Solar Bears’ game against Jacksonville on Friday night was postponed after the players went on strike.
Almost half of the top MLB free agents remain unsigned
The Cubs still have plenty of time to put one (or more!) of these players under contract.
Let's Debate: 9 Best College Football Players Entering the Transfer Portal
FOX Sports' college football experts examine the top players headed to the transfer portal this season.
Eastern Shore Family YMCA expands girls-only sports programming
It started with a simple question from a 9-year-old basketball player. “Coach Liz, can I have another girl on my team?” That moment, recalled by Liz Klenke, sports director with the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, highlighted a reality many girls face as they grow older in sports: fewer female teammates, fewer opportunities, and fewer spaces where they feel they ... Read More
Chiefs-Broncos Inactives: George Karlaftis and Nick Bolton will play
Kansas City and Denver have released their inactive player lists for Thursday’s game.
Stardew Valley - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition has just released
Just before the end of the new year, Stardew Valley – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition has released. You can grab it digitally right now. Stardew Valley – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is largely the same game as the original, but with some extras. It features mouse controls, four-player split-screen, and GameShare support. On the original Nintendo Switch, splitscreen was limited...
Remember Giulia? Coach joins Sport with his daughter's blessing 🥰
Sport officially announced this Thursday (25th) of Christmas the hiring of coach Roger Silva.The former center forward, now 40 years old, returns to the club for which he had two stints as a player, i...
Bears merch flying off the shelves at sports collectible shops ahead of playoffs
Since the team’s victory against the Green Bay Packers, player jerseys and other Bears merchandise have been the top sellers for Chicago retailers.
NFL players on IR: Raiders TE Brock Bowers, Chiefs WR Rashee Rice join list
Bowers (knee) and Rice (concussion) are done with their teams out of playoff contention
Lions elevate 2 players from practice squad for Vikings game
2 Detroit Lions practice squad players will be available on Christmas vs. the Minnesota Vikings.
Steam and Valve's online games are partially down
Steam is down for some users, along with online APIs for Valve's multiplayer games.
Steam and Valve's online games are down
Steam is down for some users, along with online APIs for Valve's multiplayer games.
One year later, D&D 2024 feels like a new edition in disguise
Wizards of the Coast says it’s just a revision. After a year of books and rules changes, D&D 2024 tells a very different story.
Caleb Tiernan Set for ‘Poetic’ Send-off at GameAbove Sports Bowl
Offensive line coach Bill O'Boyle saw a common thread emerge in his one-on-one player meetings at the regular season's conclusion.
Broncos-Chiefs Fantasy Football Week 17 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em
The Broncos and Chiefs meet on Christmas Day - find out which players we plan to start or sit ahead of a pivotal NFL Week 17.
Virginia Tech football: Several players announce 2026 return
Several Hokies announce intention to return in 2026.
Top-5 recruit Robinson picks Staley's Gamecocks
Jerzy Robinson, the No. 5-ranked player in the girls' SportsCenter NEXT 100 class of 2026, has committed to Dawn Stlaley's South Carolina Gamecocks, she announced Tuesday.
49ers Players on Team's Mindset: 'Just Handle Business Each Week'
San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy, TE George Kittle, RB Christian McCaffrey, T Trent Williams, and LB Dee Winters highlighted team chemistry, preparation, and the importance of staying focused as the 49ers look ahead to the playoffs.
5 Broncos players snubbed by Pro Bowl voters
Marvin Mims and Devon Key headline the Broncos' list of Pro Bowl snubs this season.
Battlefield 6 players suspect AI cosmetics have been snuck into the game, despite EA saying that wouldn't happen
Battlefield 6 players have found what they believe to be an generative AI sticker in the game, causing outrage.
McClellan Excited for Strong Family Bond at K-State - Kansas State University Athletics
Nick McClellan, a first team all-state honoree at Christian Brothers College (Mo.) High School and one of the finest two-way players in the country, had star...
FPL GW18 Player Picks: Top Fantasy Options for This Week
Gameweek 18 is fast approaching, and Fantasy Premier League managers have very little time to make their moves. With fixtures coming thick and fast, choosing the right players could make all the difference. This article highlights players with the most promising runs of matches heading into Gameweek 18 and points out the options worth considering […]
Vote now for the Freep Buffalo Wild Wings Girls Athlete of the Week
Players from Orchard Lake, Milford, Birmingham Groves and Center Line are finalists for the Freep Buffalo Wild Wings Girls Prep Athlete of the Week.
By The Numbers: Purdue 88 Auburn 60
It was another dominating performance for the now #5 ranked Purdue Boilermakers as they dismantled the Auburn Tigers 88-60 inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse for the Indy Classic. With five players scoring in double digits and Braden Smith adding in 14 assists, the Tiger defense was befuddled most of the night as the Boilers scored 1.704 points […]
Roman Henry named Sports Illustrated National Player of the Week
Henry has scored 155 points in his first 6 games
NFL Injury Report: Tracking latest news, updates for Quinshon Judkins, Jordan Love, more players for fantasy football in Week 17
Pro Bowl fan voting results: 15 Broncos players rank high
The Broncos had seven players lead the AFC in Pro Bowl fan votes at their respective positions.
Our Favorite Sports Moments Of 2025
These are the sports moments from 2025 that the Defector staff enjoyed. A’ja Wilson Hits A Game-Winner In Phoenix By October, I think I did know subconsciously that A’ja Wilson was the greatest player in the history of women’s basketball. Her fourth MVP award now meant an astonishing hit rate: She has played eight seasons…
A direct sequel to Halo Infinite is here, but it isn't a new game — new story beats unfold in a medium you probably wouldn't expect
Halo Infinite’s story didn’t end with the campaign, but its continuation arrived somewhere most players were not expecting or actively looking for.
Snow globe, voucher sprinkles, Trump dinner: A gift guide for Texas’ political players
Need to give your favorite political power player a gift? Here's a guide for the holiday season.
Former Duke football players use 3D printing to transform sports medicine
Their innovative products are now widely adopted across major sports leagues and colleges.
NY Giants vs. Vikings postgame analysis, player statistics, position grades
Grading the New York Giants players in their loss to the Minnesota Vikings
MPV 0.41 Released With Wayland Improvements, Vulkan Hardware Decoding Preferred
MPV 0.41 is out today as the newest feature release for this MPlayer/mplayer2-derived open-source video player
See how players have qualified for the Masters
Players expected to compete in the 90th Masters on April 9-12 and how they qualified for their invitations. Players listed only in the first category for which they are eligible (a-amateur): Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, Hideki Matsuyama, Dustin Johnson, Tiger Woods, Patrick Reed, Sergio Garcia, Danny Willett, Jordan Spieth, Bubba Watson, Adam Scott, Charl Schwartzel, Phil Mickelson, Angel Cabrera, Zach Johnson, Mike Weir, Vijay Singh, Jose Maria Olazabal, Fred Couples. Xander Schauffele, Brooks Koepka, Justin Thomas.
The Times' 2025 All-Star high school football team
A look at the Los Angeles Times' 24-player All-Star high school football team for the 2025 season.
Michigan high school boys basketball: Top players for 2025-26 season
Here are 25 of the top boys basketball players for the 2025-26 season in Michigan.
Steam Drops Early Free Slice of Stunning 2026 RPG, Play Now
The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon is an upcoming RPG that has just dropped a free demo for players to try on Steam.
Some Valorant players need to update their PC BIOS to keep anti-cheat software happy
BIOS checks will only affect a limited subset of Valorant players for now.
Opinion: Chicago's civic power players must act now on Latino representation
In a city where Latinos, especially Mexicans, are essential to economic growth and workforce strength, their lack of representation on key leadership platforms is notable.
Commanders cast new light on in-game entertainment, fan experience at Northwest Stadium
Since Josh Harris and new ownership bought the team in July of 2023, the Commanders have invested more than $120 million to improve the team’s facilities and fan and player experience.
The top new 2025 games by players
Here's 2025's most played new titles across Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation. Plus, a breakdown of Steam’s $18B in revenue, including top indies, and other 2025 goodies.
Nintendo Might Change The Switch 2 Feature Players Complain About Most
This may be a welcome development for Nintendo Switch 2 players who hate Game-Key Cards.
Best player? Surprise package? Review of WSL so far
Former England internationals Ellen White and Fara Williams review the Women's Super League season so far as we head into a winter break.
Glasner says he needs more players to improve his squad
Oliver Glasner believes he needs more players to improve his squad after Crystal Palace drew with KuPS at Selhurst Park.Palace qualified for the next round of the UEFA Conference League after their 2...
Top 25 Redding-area girls basketball players for the 2025-26 season
See the top 25 Redding-area girls basketball players for the 2025-26 high school season.
NFL contract incentives to know for Week 16 betting
Here are 30+ contract incentives in play over the next few weeks along with a few player prop picks.
NBA MVP rankings: The race for the most valuable player award is heating up
We have officially hit the one-third mark of this campaign, so what better time to take stock of an MVP race that is as stacked with top-end talent as it has ever been.
Jessica Jones first look in 'Daredevil: Born Again' previews war for New York (exclusive)
'Daredevil: Born Again' season 2 first look reveals Krysten Ritter's Jessica Jones, Matthew Lillard's Mr. Charles, and more players in the war for New York City.
Science Lab: Why NFL players refuse to tank
Welcome to "The Science Lab", a place where football facts and in-depth analysis always triumph over feelings.
Fantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 15
In this Fantasy Bundesliga article, we’ll highlight 10 players to consider adding to your team ahead of Matchday 15.As a rule of thumb, we’ll try to steer clear of the most obvious picks, instead ...
Another Notre Dame player will enter the transfer portal
Notre Dame football will lose its third player to the transfer portal once it opens early next month.
A new era for sports communication at UNC Hussman | UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media
As director of UNC Hussman’s Sports Communication Focus Program, Distinguished Associate Professor of Sports Communication Livis Freeman is building on the work of the school’s legendary Distinguished Professor for Sports Communication John Sweeney. Sweeney, who retired last year, developed one of the most respected sports communication programs in the country. Freeman, now in his 12th year at the school, is launching an ambitious expansion of the program that is transforming how UNC prepares students for careers in sports media. The most visible change came this fall with a reimagining of “MEJO 377: Sports Communication.” Previously offered as two sections with 30 students each, the course expanded to 96 students and welcomed former UNC basketball star and NBA veteran Tyler Hansbrough as the co-instructor with Freeman, bringing real world professional experience directly into the classroom every week. The course has been a huge success. Students have participated in recording a podcast with Hansbrough and learned from an impressive lineup of guest speakers. Steve Kirschner, UNC’s senior associate director of athletics for communications, was the first in the course’s guest speaker series, followed by UNC Hussman alumni including Kaitlyn Schmidt ’23 from Bleacher Report, Deaton Bell ’90 from Turner Sports and Becca Royer ’19 from the Philadelphia 76ers. Travis Tygart, CEO of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, also shared his insights with the class. The highlight of the semester came when Roy Williams, who coached Hansbrough and the Tar Heels to a national championship in 2009, visited the classroom. Former UNC men’s basketball players Luke Maye and Marcus Ginyard showed up to support their former coach and Hansbrough, creating an unforgettable experience as Williams entertained students with stories and insights that captivated the room. Student demand has been overwhelming. The course reached capacity within two days of registration opening, with more than 40 students on the waitlist. “Students want to learn from people who have actually lived these experiences,” Freeman said. “Tyler shares insights into media relations, broadcast production and athlete communications that you simply can’t get from a textbook.” The model proved so successful that the school secured funding to continue it for the next five years, with a different former professional athlete co-teaching each fall. The school’s curriculum committee approved a proposal to expand the course to 150 to 200 students starting in fall 2026. This change will make it an introductory course accessible to students from across the University, transforming it into a showcase course for the entire campus. The course redesign represents just one piece of a broader sports communication program overhaul. This fall, the curriculum committee approved “MEJO 390: Sports Play by Play,” the first course of its kind at UNC. Limited to 10 advanced students, the course will be taught by Matt Krause, the current voice of UNC women’s basketball and an ACC Network broadcaster. Students will call actual games across multiple sports including women’s softball, soccer, volleyball, field hockey and lacrosse, as well as men’s soccer and lacrosse. They will also shadow broadcasts of men’s and women’s basketball games. “The sports broadcasting industry is exploding with streaming platforms and conference networks creating unprecedented demand,” Freeman said. The course emerged directly from student advocacy, led by Anna Laible ’26 and others who pushed for hands-on broadcasting experience. Professional equipment has been acquired, partnerships with UNC Athletics are in place and a soft launch began this semester with three experienced students calling games to test the system. The program’s growth extends into other specialized areas as well. Last spring, Stembler Professor Charlie Tuggle launched a new sports event management and hospitality course in partnership with On Location, a company that manages major sporting event experiences. The course provided students with opportunities to travel to the Super Bowl and NFL Draft, and Tuggle plans to take a group to the 2026 Milan Olympics this spring. Looking ahead to spring 2026, Associate Professor Ryan Thornburg will debut a sports data visualization course, adding another dimension to the program’s skill-building offerings. The curriculum expansion reflects the increasingly diverse career paths available in sports media, from traditional journalism and broadcasting to digital analytics and strategic communication. The program is also diving into one of college athletics’ most transformative developments: Name, Image and Likeness rights. Freeman’s “MEJO 466: Sports Marketing” class collaborated last spring with Associate Professor Gary Kayye’s “MEJO 371: Advertising Creative” class on a project with UNC’s Carolina NIL group to help rebrand their organization. That same semester, Kayye’s class envisioned Chapel Thrill, UNC football’s new pregame concert and entertainment experience. And Shaun Anderson, the school’s Knight Chair in Sports, Race and Media, continues to explore the broader implications of NIL through his research and teaching. These NIL-focused initiatives give students direct exposure to the business side of college athletics at a moment when the landscape is rapidly evolving. “Our students aren’t just learning about these changes,” Freeman said. “They’re actively helping shape how schools and athletes navigate them.” The transformation of UNC Hussman’s sports communication program reflects a broader philosophy about how to prepare students for careers in a rapidly changing industry. By bringing in professional practitioners like Hansbrough and Krause, partnering with industry leaders like On Location and ACC Network, and engaging with current issues like NIL, the program ensures students graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. For alumni who remember the foundations John Sweeney built, the expansion represents an evolution rather than a departure. The program still emphasizes strong reporting, strategic communication, ethical communication and critical thinking. But now it also offers students the chance to call live games, work on real NIL campaigns and learn directly from former professional athletes. “We’re not just teaching students about sports media,” Freeman said. “We’re giving them the tools, experiences and connections to actually build careers in it.” With new courses launching, professional partnerships deepening and enrollment expanding, UNC Hussman’s sports communication program is positioning itself as a national leader in preparing the next generation of sports media professionals. For current students, the message is clear: if you’re interested in sports communication, there’s never been a better time to be at UNC Hussman. And for the hundreds of students trying to get off waitlists and into these new courses, the school is working to create more opportunities. The program John Sweeney built is growing in ways that honor his legacy while meeting the demands of a new era in sports media.
The growing scourge of sports microbetting
If the risks associated with sport gambling on college athletes is to be reduced, including the growth of gambling addiction, then microbets on individual player performance or plays during games m…
Pro baseball player Duncan Davitt spends offseason as sports reporter
Iowa native and Chicago White Sox minor-league pitcher Duncan Davitt spends his offseasons covering high school sports as a reporter.
'Long term, Brighton are in a great place'
Former Brighton midfielder Dale Stephens believes the current group of players reflects a model the Seagulls have refined over a number of seasons, but stressed that potential alone is no longer enough once players step into the first team environment. Speaking on BBC Radio Sussex's Albion Unlimited podcast, Stephens believes Brighton's continued reliance on youth has once again put the spotlight on the balance between development and results. Long term, Brighton are in a great place.
‘Bo Schembechler would never stop throwing up’: How Michigan’s scandal reveals college sports’ transformation
Legendary Michigan-based columnist Mitch Albom says Bo Schembechler would be sickened by today's college sports landscape where player poaching and money have replaced loyalty in an era unrecognizable to the iconic coach.
Steelers' top 10 offensive players vs. Dolphins: PFF grades
Here are the 10 highest-graded Steelers on offense from Pittsburgh’s Week 15 matchup against the Miami Dolphins.
Enter the Mob Maze
Step into Mob Maze, a roguelite multiplayer adventure with SUPER-SIZED environments and scaled-up obstacles, available through the Server list in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition! Do you have what it takes to conquer this colossal place with your unique abilities, grab precious loot, and escape before it’s too late? Let’s find out!
Legendary radio host claims politics split Mets’ clubhouse: ‘It started over Trump’
The sports radio legend reveals that differing views on President Trump created tension between key Mets players
Fallout 4 December 2025 Patch Makes a Number of Fixes, Sorts 'A Few Key Pain Points for Players'
Bethesda has released a December update for Fallout 4 just in time for the holidays and the start of Fallout Season 2 on Prime Video. Check out the patch notes.
Why theater owners are nervous about the Warner Bros. sale
Theater owners fear a sale of Warner Bros. to another major media player could further decrease movie production at a time when the industry has faced multiple setbacks.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 gets sales and player boost after historic The Game Awards win
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been going from strength to strength this year.
Volleyball Has Four Players Earn College Sports Communicators Academic All-District® Honors
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Your period may make sport injuries more severe
Professional footballer players who became injured while on their period took longer to recover than when injuries occurred at other times of their menstrual cycle
Holow Knight: Silksong - Sea of Sorrow DLC revealed
Holow Knight: Silksong has just revealed brand new DLC, which is known as Sea of Sorrow. Team Cherry is prepping it for a 2026 debut. Sea of Sorrow will feature new areas, bosses, tools, and more. Team Cherry teases: “Hornet’s adventures continue in our nautically themed expansion, coming free for all players next year. We’ll keep further details a secret...
The WNBPA’s proposed development player program would revolutionize women’s basketball
The latest WNBPA CBA proposal includes a revolutionary developmental aspect.
Clair Obscur's new Endless Tower bosses are providing quite the challenge for returning players
Whether it's rust or because the bosses are just artificially hard, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 players are reeling at the free DLC's difficulty.
In Roob's Stats: A bonus edition focused on Eagles' historic defense performance
For the first time ever, we’re devoting an entire Roob Stats Bonus Edition not to a single player but to a group. The defense.
Fallout Shelter Seasons officially launches with Viva New Vegas!
Overseers, the time has come! Since Fallout Shelter launched in 2015, over 230 million players have built, managed and protected their Vaults. Today, we’re thrilled to announce that our biggest update yet, Seasons, is now available in Fallout Shelter!