Jerome Bettis, Brian Jordan and David Pollack unveiled an IFL expansion at Akins Ford Arena, targeting a spring 2027 debut and a season into July.

Montreal ripped off four goals in the first 11:32 at Lenovo Center, turning a Seth Jarvis opener into a 4-1 first-period lead and silencing the home crowd. The result leaves Carolina scrambling early in the Eastern Conference Final.

CHSN's WCIU simulcasts outdrew Marquee in the Crosstown Series, underscoring that distribution still drives local TV numbers. CHSN averaged about 200K viewers to Marquee's ~112K.

A free Spurs pep rally will take over Tower Park at Hemisfair Friday morning with giveaways, live music and special guests ahead of Game 3.

New Eagles offensive coordinator Sean Mannion says he'll mix under-center play-action with modern RPOs to fit Jalen Hurts, and early tweaks should show up in OTAs.

Josh Hart scored 26 and Jalen Brunson had 19 and 14 assists as the Knicks beat the Cavs 109-93 at MSG; an 18-0 third-quarter run left Cleveland down 2-0.

Bloomberg reports Lionel Messi crossed into billionaire territory after Inter Miami-linked pay, equity and sponsorship deals — a change that has reshaped Miami's sports economy.

Adam Wexler, founder of PrizePicks, gave $10 million to UGA men’s basketball — the university calls it the largest single gift for the program.

Michelob ULTRA Arena has adopted a no-bag policy for all events: backpacks and large purses are barred and only tiny personal bags under 9×5×2 inches are allowed. Diaper and medical items are exceptions but will be inspected.

Las Vegas will host the 19th World Gymnaestrada July 7–13, 2031, bringing 20,000+ gymnasts to Strip and downtown stages. The weeklong, non‑competitive festival will spread across eight venues.

The Detroit Lions have extended All‑Pro linebacker Jack Campbell through the 2030 season; contract terms have not yet been released. The deal follows Campbell’s breakout 2025 year.

Princeton High's five-star guard Kam Mercer verbally committed to the University of Cincinnati and will reclassify to 2027. The pledge is a major local recruiting win for UC.

Ed Orgeron is returning to LSU as a special assistant for recruiting and defense under Lane Kiffin, a hire aimed at boosting the Tigers' in‑state recruiting and defensive prep.