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Briefing: Ex-assistant sues Michigan over Stalions scandal

Strategic angle: Former Michigan assistant Chris Partridge alleges he was unfairly scapegoated in the 2023 sign-stealing controversy.

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Briefing: Valverde's hat trick dazzles as Madrid dump City

Strategic angle: Federico Valverde's stellar first-half hat trick was the catalyst as Real Madrid eased past Manchester City 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 match on Wednesday.

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Briefing: Court filing: Jackson feared Pearce 'will kill me'

Strategic angle: WNBA player Rickea Jackson filed a petition for protection against her ex-boyfriend, Falcons LB James Pearce Jr., citing fears for her life.

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Briefing: Ex-Fins OLB Chubb gets 3-year deal with Bills

Strategic angle: Pass rusher Bradley Chubb reached agreement on a three-year, $43.5 million deal worth up to $52.5 million that includes $29 million guaranteed with the Bills.

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Briefing: ASU suffers historic blowout as Hurley awaits fate

Strategic angle: Iowa State pounded Arizona State 91-42 on Wednesday in the largest win in Big 12 tournament history.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Celtics' Brown ejected, then takes to social media

Strategic angle: Celtics guard Jaylen Brown was ejected in the second quarter of Tuesday's matchup at the Spurs after officials whistled him for back-to-back technical fouls.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Sources: Doncic in custody battle for daughters

Strategic angle: Lakers star Luka Dončić has separated from his fiancée and is in a custody battle over their two daughters.

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Briefing: Warriors' Curry out 10 more days with knee issue

Strategic angle: The Golden State Warriors have ruled out star guard Stephen Curry for another 10 days with a persistent right knee issue.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Chargers reach deal to keep versatile OL Pipkins

Strategic angle: The Chargers are bringing back veteran offensive lineman Trey Pipkins III on a two-year, $10 million deal, a source told ESPN on Tuesday.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Colts, QB Jones agree to 2-year, $88M contract

Strategic angle: The Colts and quarterback Daniel Jones reached agreement Wednesday on a two-year, $88 million contract that can be worth up to $100 million.

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Briefing: Memo: Tisches ask to move Giants stake to trusts

Strategic angle: Giants co-owners Steve, Laurie and Jonathan Tisch are requesting to transfer their stakes in the team to their children's trusts, according to an NFL memo.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: NFL Exploring Thanksgiving Eve Game

Strategic angle: The NFL is considering the addition of a game on the evening before Thanksgiving, according to sources.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Iran Can't Compete at World Cup, Says Sports Minister

Strategic angle: Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup is jeopardized due to recent airstrikes by the US and Israel, according to the Iranian sports minister.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Rolapp envisions ambitious changes for PGA Tour

Strategic angle: CEO Brian Rolapp outlined a bold future for the PGA Tour on Wednesday, listing the possibility of relegation, a revamped schedule and match play in the playoffs among the changes being considered.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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GA Tech fires Stoudamire after last-place finish

Georgia Tech has fired men's basketball coach Damon Stoudamire, ending his tenure at the school after three seasons.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Sources: Ravens pivot, agree to add Hendrickson

Strategic angle: The Ravens have agreed to sign Trey Hendrickson, sources told ESPN, in a high-priced pivot after their canceled blockbuster trade for Maxx Crosby.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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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.

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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