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Briefing: Sources: Pats to release LB Jennings, save $3.8M

Strategic angle: The Patriots are set to release OLB Anfernee Jennings, sources tell ESPN, saving the team about $3.8 million against the salary cap.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Sources: Jets get their QB, trade for Geno Smith

Strategic angle: The Jets are trading for the Raiders' Geno Smith, reuniting the quarterback with the team that drafted him in 2013.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Broncos to re-sign key LB Strnad, source says

The Broncos and linebacker Justin Strnad have agreed to a three-year, $18 million contract that includes $10 million guaranteed.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Avs critical of MacKinnon ejection for goalie injury

Strategic angle: The Avalanche sharply disagreed with the officials' decision to give star center Nathan MacKinnon a game misconduct for goalie interference in their 4-3 loss to the Oilers.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: College football returning production 2026: Returning starters for every FBS team

Strategic angle: A complete look at which FBS teams return the most starters for 2026 -- from title contenders to programs starting over.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: History for UK sport: The Hundred Auction 2026 LIVE!

Strategic angle: Follow the live updates from the 2026 Hundred Auction, a pivotal event in UK sports history.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Trump will welcome Iran at World Cup - Infantino

Strategic angle: US President Donald Trump has said Iran are 'welcome' to take part in this summer's World Cup despite the countries being at war, according to Fifa president Gianni Infantino.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Chelsea transfer 'like being new kid at school' - Walsh

Strategic angle: England midfielder Keira Walsh shares her struggles with adjusting to life at Chelsea after her January 2025 transfer.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Ravens pull plug on blockbuster Crosby trade after medical issues

Strategic angle: The Baltimore Ravens have pulled the plug on a blockbuster trade for Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Barnwell makes sense of the called-off Maxx Crosby trade: What happens in the aftermath?

Strategic angle: Four days after agreeing to trade for the Raiders edge rusher, the Ravens backed out. Will he still get dealt? Which teams might be in, and who else is affected here?

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: LeBron sits out 3rd straight as Lakers beat Wolves

Strategic angle: Lakers star LeBron James remained out Tuesday night against the Timberwolves due to injuries.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: 🏀 NBA All-Contract Team: Playoff contenders?

Strategic angle: Could a roster built with only the best contracts in the league -- no max or rookie deals allowed -- reach the playoffs?

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Champions League: Newcastle hold Barça to draw as Yamal saves Spanish side

Strategic angle: Barça came from behind to draw level in stoppage time against Newcastle (1-1) in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Hofstra, again led by Claxton, returns to tourney

Strategic angle: Hofstra is returning to the NCAA tournament for the first time in 25 years after defeating Monmouth 75-69 for the Coastal Athletic Association tournament championship.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Baltimore-bound no more! Here's everything we know about the failed Maxx Crosby trade

Strategic angle: With free agency beginning Wednesday, the Ravens and Raiders have plenty of questions to answer going forward.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Source: Ricard latest to rejoin Harbaugh in N.Y.

Strategic angle: Former Ravens fullback Patrick Ricard agreed to a two-year deal with the Giants, a source told ESPN.

Editorial Staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Arozarena unleashes Raleigh rant over WBC snub

Strategic angle: Randy Arozarena had vulgar words for Mariners teammate Cal Raleigh after he was left hanging at the World Baseball Classic.

Editorial Staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Kelce says Swift inspired return for 14th season

Strategic angle: Travis Kelce credits fiancée Taylor Swift for motivating him to continue his NFL career.

Editorial Staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Spurs GK subbed after Atléti score 3 in 15 mins

Strategic angle: Goalkeeper Antonín Kinsky was hauled off after just 17 minutes as Tottenham fell behind in their Champions League match.

Editorial Staff Mar 10

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Briefing: WAC may bench No. 1 seed Utah Valley over $1M

Strategic angle: The WAC threatens to exclude Utah Valley from tournaments due to an unpaid $1 million fee.

Editorial Staff Mar 10