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24-team playoff will ruin college football’s regular season
A 24-team tournament rewards college football’s biggest brands and gives programs such as Notre Dame little reason to schedule tougher games.
Texas Tech's Playoff Dream Faces Tough Road Despite Perfect Start
Texas Tech is undefeated at 5-0, but a challenging Big 12 schedule and questions about its playoff resume could determine whether the Red Raiders reach the CFP.
Jacob Misiorowski's velocity intact, strikeouts down so far in playoffs
WNBA gives Cheryl Reeve another award after playoff collapse and years of outspoken left-wing politics
Cheryl Reeve won WNBA Executive of the Year for a third time, but the Lynx's historic first-round playoff sweep raises questions about the honor.
Penn State expected to miss Bowl Games by multiple outlets
Penn State was nearly a consensus College Football Playoff pick earlier this year, and now they are expected to miss out on Bowl Games.
Shohei Ohtani's Health and a Possible Lockout Loom Over an Uncertain Offseason for the Dodgers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After their earliest postseason exit in three years, the Los Angeles Dodgers head into the offseason facing uncertainty over next year. Shohei Ohtani was dogged by injuries to his left knee and right biceps over the second half and into the playoffs that rendered him ineffective ...
Florida still projected for College Football Playoff by CBS Sports
DEspite a brutal loss in Week 5 to Missouri, Florida football is still projected to reach the College Football Playoff by CBS Sports.
Josh Tolentino: Orioles’ missteps testing limits of fan support
BALTIMORE — Bryan Baker closed out a playoff sweep of the New York Yankees for the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday night, all while his former organization made national headlines
Saturday Sports: MLB playoffs; remembering the late Chicago Bears coach, Mike Ditka
NPR's Scott Simon and sports reporter Michele Steele talk about the MLB playoffs and the late Chicago Bears coach, Mike Ditka.
Yankees Fans Boo Jazz Chisholm Jr. For Playoff Failure
The New York Yankees’ season was dwindling, just nine outs away from being sent home by the Tampa Bay Rays. Yankees manager Aaron Boone called on Jazz Chisholm Jr. to try and save the day. Chisholm hadn’t started ALDS Game 3. The Yanks had gone with Anthony Volpe at second base and Jose Caballero at […] The post Yankees Fans Boo Jazz Chisholm Jr. For Playoff Failure appeared first on HEAVY.
Los Angeles Clippers revive ClipperVision for 2026-27 season
Well, there’s at least one good thing about the 2026-2027 NBA season involving the Los Angeles Clippers: ClipperVision is back. The Clippers have had a unique stretch over the last year. Between Chris Paul’s aborted retirement run, an epic collapse to end the season, a quick playoff exit, the cloud of Pablo Torre’s Pulitzer-winning report…
Brewers blasts leave Dodgers on brink
The Milwaukee Brewers produced a late home run blitz to defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 and leave the reigning World Series champions on the brink of elimination from Major League Baseball's playoffs on Wednesday.That rally came after starting pitcher Blake Snell produced a dazzling performance from the mound to keep the reigning MLB champions in the game.
Detroit Tigers Named Top Landing Spot for Yankees Polarizing Star
The Detroit Tigers will be a fascinating team to keep an eye on during this offseason.After struggling immensely this season and missing the playoffs, the Tigers should be on the hunt for new talent. They have multiple needs to address on their roster, so it will be intriguing to see what moves they make.Now, with […] The post Detroit Tigers Named Top Landing Spot for Yankees Polarizing Star appeared first on HEAVY.
Playoffs Continue To Prove Padres Are In Wrong League
The San Diego Padres season is over, but they still have to watch an inferior team in the ALCS.
Goldschmidt Plans To Play In 2027 Despite Yankees’ Crowded Roster
Paul Goldschmidt wants to keep playing in 2027. With a new MLB playoff twist and a shorter season proposed, the veteran first baseman has a clear path.
Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia predicts team will win opening round playoff series — and the NBA season hasn't even started
Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia predicts first-round playoff win, says UWM stock decline won't affect team ownership.
Section V girls soccer tournament scores: Small school playoffs begin
Here are the latest scores, stats and recaps from the Section V girls soccer playoffs.
Freedom, Little Chute lead area teams in football playoff matrix
Freedom, Little Chute lead area teams in football playoff matrix; plus area girls volleyball and boys soccer rankings in Prep Xtra.
Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Shohei Ohtani Update After Playoff Exit
Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman announced an update on Shohei Ohtani after their playoff exit. The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Shohei Ohtani Update After Playoff Exit appeared first on HEAVY.
Girls flag football rankings: USA TODAY Sports Super 25, Week 10
JSerra remains No. 1 in the USA TODAY Sports girls flag football Super 25 rankings as Evanston surges into the top 15 and playoff action heats up.
San Antonio-area Week 7 high school football schedule
Teams are about to begin the home stretch and their push to toward the playoffs. Here is the high school football schedule for Week 7
ESPN makes Georgia CFP projection ahead of Alabama game
ESPN projects Georgia football to reach the College Football Playoff ahead of a tough upcoming matchup against Alabama.
Blue Jays Insider Gets Candid on Potential Kevin Gausman Return
The Toronto Blue Jays are in offseason mode, and the front office must begin putting its plan to improve the roster into action. After coming within one win of a World Series title in 2025, the Blue Jays missed the playoffs this past season, making changes necessary as they look to get back into contention.Nonetheless, […] The post Blue Jays Insider Gets Candid on Potential Kevin Gausman Return appeared first on HEAVY.
A 24-team College Football Playoff is the death of college football's regular season
Say goodbye to the best regular season in sports.
Today in Blue Jays History: Jays win ALDS Game 4
Memorable Blue Jays Playoff Moments 11 Years Ago Eleven years ago, the Blue Jays triumphed in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Rangers. After dropping the first two games of the series, the Jays faced a daunting challenge. Yet, they responded with a decisive 8-4 victory, scoring early and often. From the recap: It […]
Notre Dame Opponent Preview: BYU Cougars
Two undefeated titans collide under the Provo lights as Marcus Freeman’s Irish face a top-ten road test against a high-powered Cougar offense with massive playoff implications.
24-Team College Football Playoff Coming as Soon as 2027
The 12-team playoff era didn’t last long. After just three years, it seems all but official that the playoff will double in size to 24 teams making it feel much more like the NCAA basketball tournament than the original 4-team playoff that lasted from the 2014-2023 season. With the news, we explain the details and […]
Saturday Sports: Brewers advance, Guardians lead in MLB; WNBA finals tip off
NPR's Scott Simon and sportswriter Howard Bryant talk MLB playoffs and the WNBA Finals tip off.
Playoffs?! Every state's high school football postseason start date
The high school football postseason for each state is coming nearer and nearer. Here's when each state starts.
The Rundown: White Sox in playoffs leads to business boom
Plus, Chicago house vs. Detroit techno. Here’s what you need to know today.
OU's goal remains the same: 'Make the playoffs'
Following the 21-13 loss to No. 12 Kentucky on Saturday night, OU defensive backs Omarion Robinson and Reggie Powers and tight end Hayden Hansen recapped the game.
NFL Playoff Picture Week 7: All 4 NFC North teams are in the field for now
ALDS Game 5, White Sox vs Guardians Chat and Discussion
Yay, more playoff baseball. Here is your Battery Power ALDS Game 5 Chat and Discussion. However, you’re not limited to this. It’s also for whatever. There are some football games going on as well. I’m losing weight to the tune of 10 pounds in 4 weeks. My kid just discovered Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. It’s […]
Urban Meyer only has one concern about a 24-team College Football Playoff
Urban Meyer won three national titles as a college football head coach, but the game is already very different from his time at Florida and Ohio State. The ways NIL and the transfer portal have shifted the sport’s landscape were hard to predict, and the Fox Sports college football analyst is among those who misread…
Thunder-Spurs Opener Already Belongs to Chet Holmgren
After a bruising playoff exit, the Thunder’s versatile center faces an immediate litmus test against Victor Wembanyama, seeking to replace past hesitation with the decisive aggression Oklahoma needs.
Shocked Sox Fans Get Actor Instead Of Legend For Pitch
White Sox fans expected a legend for the playoff opener. Instead, actor Belmont Cameli took the mound, leaving the crowd underwhelmed and confused.
Penn State plummets on latest Football Power Index
ESPN’s Football Power Index gives Penn State a 0% chance to win the Big Ten and to make the College Football Playoff.
What BYU's Kalani Sitake said ahead of Notre Dame matchup
A top-10 showdown in Provo carries massive playoff implications as Kalani Sitake prepares his Cougars to seize a rare, high-stakes opportunity against the second-ranked Fighting Irish.
Wednesday's Time Schedule
14 MLB - PlayoffsNational League Championship Series - Game 3Milwaukee at L. NBA - PreseasonBrooklyn at Miami, 7:30 p.
Rays defeat Guardians to level MLB playoff series
The Tampa Bay Rays scored a series-leveling 7-3 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday to reignite their dream of a first World Series crown.Tampa Bay -- one of only five Major League Baseball teams never to win a World Series title -- squared their best-of-seven American League Championship series at 2-2 with a gutsy victory in Cleveland.
On the Yankees’ playoff failures and the agony of apathy
What to do when it doesn’t hurt anymore
Travis Kelce celebrates with Guardians fans after playoff-clinching victory
The Chiefs star and Guardians minority owner Travis Kelce cheered on the Cleveland Guardians during their ALDS-clinching win over the Chicago White Sox at Progressive Field.
SMU Bowl Projections Raise Questions About Mustangs' Playoff Hopes
SMU football is projected for bowl games against Florida, Arizona and USC, but Kevin Jennings and the Mustangs still have a path toward the ACC title and playoffs.
NCHSAA preliminary volleyball playoff seeding for Fayetteville teams
The NCHSAA volleyball playoff brackets have been released. Here is where seven Fayetteville-area teams have been placed for the first round.
Oregon joins CFP, Oregon tumbles in college football bowl projections after Week 6
Surprises in Week 6 have changed the College Football Playoff picture in this week's bowl projections forecasting the postseason games.
Inside College Football Playoff's 24-team expansion: What to know about the new format, schedule and fallout
Steelers climb AFC playoff standings after Bears defeat Patriots
Steelers climb playoff standings after Patriots’ loss to Bears.
Pelicans banking on better health and a new coaching staff to improve their unchanged core
The Pelicans are essentially running it back with the same core roster that they've had the past two non-playoff seasons, with Zion Williamson as their centerpiece.
Phillies News: Jonathan Bowlan, Free Agents, Shortened Season Proposal
Shortened season, lengthened playoffs?
College Football Playoff Expansion Could Change Everything For Texas A&M
A proposed 24-team College Football Playoff could give Texas A&M more postseason opportunities, but Mike Elko faces bigger problems with the Aggies struggling in 2026.
England mean business as they seek to avoid a Greek tragedy in World Cup playoff odyssey
England begin their World Cup playoff campaign amid the tranquil surroundings of Heraklion - but this is no holiday for Sarina Wiegman's Lionesses.
Evaluating Walt Weiss' First Season As Braves Manager
The first-year manager went 94-68 overall and took Atlanta back to the playoffs.
Thursday Bantering: Jays Notes
Happy Thurday. We only get one playoff game today, the Guardians and White Sox play game four. White Sox are up two games to one. It is an 8:00 Eastern start. The Rays beat out the Yankees in three games. Yay Rays. The Dodgers beat out the Braves in four games. You disappointed me Braves. […]
Insider Suggests Former Yankees Manager Replace Aaron Boone
The New York Yankees are dealing with the fallout of another disappointing early MLB Playoffs exit. World Series goals with a strong starting pitching staff ended in a decisive three-game sweep by the Tampa Bay Rays. Some fans do cite the injury to Aaron Judge as a main reason for the loss, but manager Aaron […] The post Insider Suggests Former Yankees Manager Replace Aaron Boone appeared first on HEAVY.
Oregon's College Football Playoff Hopes Slashes After 'Fumbling' UCLA Game
The Oregon Ducks quite literally coughed up the game against UCLA and, along with it, coughed up their chances to make the College Football Playoff.
Who advanced? N.J. youth football playoffs deliver drama, dominant wins
NJAYF 14U football playoffs: Quarterfinal results, highlights and semifinal matchups
MLB playoffs schedule: ALCS shifts to Cleveland
Thursday brings us two games on the postseason schedule, both of which had their start times altered due to bad weather in Cleveland. Game 3 of the American League Championship Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians was originally slated for a 6 p.m. local start at Progressive Field in Cleveland (3 p.m. […]
Dodgers should have taken Shohei Ohtani off the postseason roster
The Dodgers failed Shohei Ohtani this summer, but now they need to do what is best and set him down for the duration of the playoffs.
Washington Huskies Head Coach Voices Support For Expanded Playoff
Jedd Fisch seemed optimistic about the College Football Playoff expanding from 12 to 24 teams.
MLB playoffs 2026: NLCS, ALCS matchups, schedule and start times
Survey results: Fans split on the Giants’ playoff potential
Giants fans don’t think their team can win the division, but give them better odds at being a Wildcard.
Guardians complete comeback with 2-0 win over White Sox
The Cleveland Guardians, fueled by a two-run home run from Jose Ramirez and 12 strikeouts from starting pitcher Gavin Williams, beat the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Saturday to advance in the Major League Baseball playoffs.Cleveland became just the fourth team to win a best-of-five series after dropping the first two games at home, winning games three and four in Chicago before returning home on Saturday to polish off the triumph.
Dodgers announce decision on Shohei Ohtani after injuries
Shohei Ohtani’s first full season as a two-way player in three years didn’t end the way he or the Los Angeles Dodgers wanted, as injuries piled up and the Dodgers were swept out of the playoffs. But it sounds like the two-time defending champions are getting some good news on the health front, leading to…
Joel Klatt says Big Ten-SEC football challenge is imminent
The Big Ten and SEC run college football, but as the sport tries to chart its future, the two sides haven’t found much in common. Until now? After an exhausting period of negotiations, brinksmanship, and fan unrest, college football is moving towards a 24-team College Football Playoff. The Big Ten had held out against the…
How the Brewers got to the World Series
Despite playing in MLB's smallest market, the Brewers posted the best record in the majors for a second straight year, earned their eighth playoff berth in nine seasons and won a fourth straight NL Central title.
Suns have 1 position as top 10 in the NBA
The Athletic isn't high on the overall talent and depth of the Suns roster despite coming off a playoff appearance.
Cleveland Browns Path To The Playoffs
Welcome to my weekly Cleveland Browns rooting guide looking at the best outcomes for the Cleveland Browns. With many of the top quarterbacks in the league not being selected in the first three picks, the Browns winning games isn't a bad thing, it shows the roster is loaded and able to continue improving with another offseason.What we will cover weekly in this article:- Current AFC Playoff Games-...
Briscoe holds off teammate Bell in Charlotte to win 2nd straight playoff race
Back-to-back wins have put Briscoe in fourth place the NASCAR Cup Series standings.
Matchday 31: Who can clinch playoffs or be eliminated?
By MLSsoccer staffThis weekend during Matchday 31:Six teams can clinch an Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs spot.One team can be eliminated from Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs contention.Nashville SC can clinch ...
Stifel CEO Kruszewski talks sports and makes pitch for St. Louis’ future
The Stifel Charity Classic returned to Norwood Hills Country Club, with Stifel in its second year as title sponsor. The tournament is the opening playoff event on the PGA Tour Champions.
Milwaukee business owners see financial benefits as Brewers continue in playoffs
Milwaukee Brewers playoff games generate $5.1 million per home game in economic impact, boosting local hotels, bars and businesses. Jada with Drip Chocolate MKE says sales increased by 40%.
2026 Bowl Projections After Week Seven
Hello everyone, and welcome back to our weekly picks of who's in the playoffs and all the bowl games. This past week was circled on calendars since the schedules were revealed, with several top-25 matchups. However, it's doubtful anyone could have predicted what we saw, where five of the top seven teams in the AP …
Yankees Expected to Make Aaron Judge Change After Playoff Sweep
The New York Yankees are expected to transition Aaron Judge to DH in the coming season. The post Yankees Expected to Make Aaron Judge Change After Playoff Sweep appeared first on HEAVY.
Aaron Boone Gets Terrible Update For Long-Term Yankees Future
The New York Yankees upset many fans by bringing back Aaron Boone as manager for next season. Most fans were already aware, but an official report confirmed today Boone will continue his MLB managing career in New York. Another disappointing early playoff exit for the Yankees has fans questioning if the team has any chance […] The post Aaron Boone Gets Terrible Update For Long-Term Yankees Future appeared first on HEAVY.
Falcons Playoff Projections Show A Difficult Wild Card Matchup
The Falcons could host the 49ers in the Wild Card round. While the matchup looks tough, Atlanta's prime-time success and top run defense offer hope.
College Football Playoff Expansion Leaves Broadcast Opportunities on the Sidelines
"Expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams will give more programs a chance to compete for a national championship. But the sport is missing a golden opportunity to expand something else just as important: the voices bringing those games to life." The post College Football Playoff Expansion Leaves Broadcast Opportunities on the Sidelines appeared first on Barrett Media.
Fever star Aliyah Boston undergoes right knee surgery following team's playoff loss to Aces
Aliyah Boston turned in fantastic numbers in 2026.
NCAA reportedly expanding College Football Playoff to 24 teams
NCAA reportedly expanding College Football Playoff to 24 teams
MLB proposes reduced schedule, new playoff format
Will Rob Manfred get his way with more changes to the sport?
Playoff Predictor: Georgia, Alabama lead inevitable SEC domination of CFP field
The CFP Playoff Predictor: the Inevitable has arrived. Don't say you weren't warned.
MLB playoff predictions for Dodgers-Brewers and Guardians-Rays LCS
MLB is down the final four.
Two Weather Implications Of A 24-Team College Football Playoff
The potential weather and climate implications of a 24-team NCAA college football playoff system.
Philadelphia Phillies Fire 2 Coaches After Early Playoff Exit
The Philadelphia Phillies made some major coaching staff changes after their early exit from the MLB playoffs. The post Philadelphia Phillies Fire 2 Coaches After Early Playoff Exit appeared first on HEAVY.
What is Going on With Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski?
Milwaukee Brewers ace right-hander Jacob Misiorowski has looked like a superstar all season long. But in the playoffs, he has been average.
Good health has been more than good luck for the Valkyries
akase's intentional approach to rest and depth gives Golden State a full roster heading into the WNBA Finals.
Cleveland Guardians Name Starting Pitcher for ALCS Game 1
The Cleveland Guardians will hand the ball to a veteran for his first career playoff start in Game 1 of the ALCS against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Pathway Opens For Mets To Land Tarik Skubal
One of baseball’s major storylines this season was solved when the Detroit Tigers traded ace pitcher Tarik Skubal, who had won consecutive American League Cy Young Awards, to the Los Angeles Dodgers.Skubal is in the midst of a playoff run with the Dodgers, trying to help them become the first team in over a quarter […] The post Pathway Opens For Mets To Land Tarik Skubal appeared first on HEAVY.
How are Giants fans feeling about the playoffs so far?
Since there is a break in the action today, let’s check in to see how Giants fans are feeling about the playoffs so far.
Washington vs Purdue Prediction: The Huskies' Last Gasp?
Washington was considered a possible College Football Playoff team, and now it needs a win over Purdue, or else. Here's the CFN preview and prediction.
Who's in, who's out for Texans-Titans in Week 5?
With how this Houston Texans team looks and given that no team has started off the season 0-5 and still made the playoffs, the easy answer is that with a loss against the Tennessee Titans, Houston's season is over.
Patriots fans believe playoffs remain possible
The results of our latest Patriots fan survey are in.
Girls' flag football: Tuesday's Southern Section playoffs scores
Check out Tuesday's girls' flag football scores.
Chase DeLauter Making Cleveland Guardians Playoff History
Chase DeLauter is on one of the best playoff runs by a rookie in Cleveland Guardians history.