NFL Players Will Now Be Allowed to Wear Protective ‘Guardian Caps’ in Games: The league had previously said players would not be allowed to wear the device.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/nfl-helmets-guardian-caps-2024-season-rule-change
Caitlin Clark Gets Pacers Fans 'Revved Up' Before Playoff Game vs. Bucks: Caitlin Clark made her first official appearance at Gainbridge Fieldhouse as a member ...
si.com/wnba/2024/04/26/caitlin-clark-pacers-fans-revved-up-bucks-playoffs
Kirk Cousins’ Agent Says QB Had No Idea Falcons Were Going to Pick Michael Penix Jr.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/falcons-kirk-cousins-michael-penix-jr-draft-pick-agent
Quick Glance: Falcons Surprise by Drafting QB Michael Penix Jr.
- The Atlanta Falcons made waves at the NFL draft by selecting Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick, shocking many.
- Despite recently signing Kirk Cousins to a lucrative deal, the Falcons opted for Penix, highlighting their long-term vision for the team.
- Penix expressed readiness to learn from Cousins, while the Falcons firmly believe he could be their future franchise player.
- Amid past controversial picks, the Falcons stand by their decision, aiming to follow successful team models by grooming Penix as the successor to Cousins.
Roger Goodell Floats Idea of 18-Game NFL Season, Later Super Bowl: As ever, America's most popular league isn't done growing.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/roger-goodell-floats-idea-of-18-game-nfl-season-later-super-bowl
Orioles Demote Top Prospect Jackson Holliday Amid Slump: He picked up just two hits in 36 plate appearances and struck out 18 times with just two walks.
si.com/mlb/2024/04/26/orioles-demote-jackson-holliday
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Caleb Williams Draft Night Jersey Sales Break Caitlin Clark's Record: Clark's record stood for 10 days before Williams broke it.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/caleb-williams-jersey-sales-record-caitlin-clark
Packers Draft Pick Yelled Perfect NSFW Message After Getting Selected: This was too good.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/packers-draft-pick-javon-bullard-nsfw-message
Quick Glance: Chicago Bears 2024 Draft Selections by Rounds Overview
- In the first round, Chicago selected Caleb Williams, QB, USC as the No. 1 overall pick from the Panthers. Williams is viewed as a potential savior for the team, possessing elite arm talent and mobility to make difficult throws.
- With the ninth pick in the first round, Chicago picked Rome Odunze, WR, Washington. Odunze, an All-American last year, is seen as a future co-WR1 with Moore.
- The Chicago Bears also had selections in the third round.
- They also had a pick in the fourth round, which came from the Eagles.
Micah Parsons Was Livid After Eagles Picked His Favorite Player in the Draft: Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons was not happy when the Eagles selected Quinyon ...
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/micah-parsons-livid-eagles-picked-favorite-player-draft
Vikings Settled for a Good QB After Failing to Trade for a Great One: The Vikings failed to get one of the three best quarterbacks in the 2024 NFL draft before ...
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/2024-nfl-draft-vikings-settle-for-mccarthy
Tony Khan Spotted in Jaguars NFL Draft Room With Neck Brace After AEW Melee: The AEW owner capitalized on a viral moment from Wednesday's wrestling event in ...
si.com/wrestling/2024/04/25/tony-khan-jaguars-nfl-draft-room
Kyler Murray Was Jacked Up After Cardinals Drafted Marvin Harrison Jr.: Arizona's quarterback was ecstatic after his team took the Ohio State superstar.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/kyler-murray-jacked-up-cardinals-drafted-marvin-harrison-jr
Kenny Smith Didn’t Like What Charles Barkley Did to Lakers After Game 3 Loss: Sir Charles had fun roasting the Lakers after their loss to the Nuggets.
si.com/nba/2024/04/26/lakers-charles-barkley-sweep-kenny-smith-not-a-fan
The Minnesota Vikings take Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy at No. 10 after trading with the Jets, per Albert Breer 👀
Max Scherzer Offered a Simple Solution to MLB's Umpire Problem: Max Scherzer wants to rank umpires.
si.com/mlb/2024/04/25/max-scherzer-mlb-umpire-problem-solution
NBA Fans Loved Nikola Jokić’s Casual Move After Nuggets’ Win Over Lakers: This guy rules.
si.com/nba/2024/04/26/nuggets-nikola-jokic-lakers-win-interview-casual
Liverpool Hiring Feyenoord's Arne Slot to Replace Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool and Feyenoord have reached a compensation agreement for Slot.
si.com/soccer/2024/04/26/liverpool-hiring-feyenoord-arne-slot-jurgen-klopp
Caitlin Clark Signed Weirdest Autograph of Her Career at Bucks-Pacers Game: The former Iowa star met her youngest fan on Friday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
si.com/wnba/2024/04/26/caitlin-clark-ultrasound-autograph-bucks-pacers-game
Nika Mühl, Geno Auriema Shared a Tearful Goodbye Before She Left for WNBA: Watch Nika Muhl and Geno Auriema say goodbye before she left UConn.
si.com/wnba/2024/04/25/uconn-nika-muhl-geno-auriema-teary-goodbye
Deebo Samuel Chimes in About 49ers Trade Rumors During NFL Draft: The star receiver is aware of the trade speculation floating around.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/49ers-deebo-samuel-chimes-in-on-trade-rumors
Quick Glance: Why Ricky Pearsall is an A+ pick for the 49ers
- The 49ers picking Ricky Pearsall with their first-round pick at No. 31 deserves an A+ grade.
- Pearsall was widely regarded as a standout player in this draft.
- He is seen as a perfect fit for the 49ers' offense and has the potential to be a top player.
- The selection of Pearsall significantly enhances the 49ers' wide receiver core in the short and long term.
Shaq Correctly Predicts Heat Win Over Celtics, Wins A Lot of Money: Before the Heat's 111-101 over the Celtics, Shaq said Miami would win by 10 ...
si.com/nba/2024/04/25/heat-celtics-shaq-wins-bet-with-charles-barkley
Quick Glance: Celtics Face Ridicule After Game 2 Loss to Heat Without Butler
- The Miami Heat evened up their NBA playoff series with the Boston Celtics with a 111-101 win in Game 2.
- Despite Miami's unusually strong performance from beyond the arc, Boston stayed within striking distance.
- The Celtics need to step up, especially Kristaps Porziņģis, to be successful.
- A win in Game 3 would be crucial for the Celtics to prove themselves as genuine contenders.
Shohei Ohtani Silences Boos From Blue Jays Fans With Monster Home Run: The Dodgers designated hitter made enemies in Canada this offseason.
si.com/mlb/2024/04/26/shohei-ohtani-silences-boos-blue-jays-fans-homer
Quick Glance: Ohtani leads Dodgers to dominant win over sliding Blue Jays
- Ohtani shakes off some of the loudest boos at Rogers Centre to homer in the first inning and later walk and score during a six-run third for the Los Angeles Dodgers' fifth straight win.
- The Dodgers banged out 19 hits, including additional homers by Max Muncy and Will Smith, while knocking out Chris Bassitt in 2.2 innings, forcing manager John Schneider to run through five relievers before asking Isiah Kiner-Falefa to pitch the ninth.
- The Blue Jays pursued the two-way superstar Ohtani intensely, but he ultimately chose the Dodgers, prompting the Blue Jays to shift their approach and focus on internal options like Addison Barger.
- The Dodgers are in a league of their own in many ways, while the Blue Jays continue to work on their offense to get out of their current slump.
Eagles DE Brandon Graham Trashes Cowboys Before Announcing NFL Draft Pick: He didn’t hold back.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/eagles-brandon-graham-trashes-cowboys-nfl-draft-pick
Russell Westbrook Ejected After Putting Up an Incredibly Strange Stat Line: Clippers guard Russell Westbrook engaged in multiple heated moments during a rough ...
si.com/nba/2024/04/26/russell-westbrook-ejected-incredibly-strange-stat-line
Bills GM Defends Draft Night Trade With Rival Chiefs : Brandon Beane defended his decision to trade back in last night's draft, allowing Kansas City to nab one ...
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/bills-gm-defends-draft-night-trade-with-chiefs
Quick Glance: Chiefs Select Xavier Worthy in 2024 NFL Draft
- The Kansas City Chiefs selected Xavier Worthy, the fastest player in the 40-yard dash, in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
- Worthy broke John Ross' 40-yard dash record and was chosen by the Chiefs at No. 28.
- A former track athlete, Worthy translated his speed and explosiveness to the football field, excelling at the University of Texas.
- The Chiefs acquired an explosive wide receiver in Worthy, capable of separating from coverage and serving as a vertical threat. Worthy believes he is now the fastest player in the NFL.
Biggest Winners of the NFL Draft: Bill Belichick and Pat McAfee: The legendary coach was a breath of fresh air on "The Pat McAfee Show Draft Spectacular."
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/biggest-winners-nfl-draft-bill-belichick-pat-mcafee
Quick Glance: Bill Belichick: New Media Ventures for 2024
- Bill Belichick is set to take on a significant media role, including 'Manningcast' on ESPN
- He also plans a book deal, potentially an inside football show, and possibly a podcast
- Belichick is expected to earn millions, with a seven-figure book deal advance
- His future plans could see him back in a leadership role in coaching
Moroccan Soccer Team Wins Match by Forfeit After Dispute Over Image on Jerseys: A little map created a big problem in Algeria this week.
si.com/soccer/2024/04/26/renaissance-berkane-usm-alger-dispute-jerseys
Kansas C Hunter Dickinson Announces Return for Fifth Season: The Jayhawks appear primed to bounce back next year.
si.com/college/2024/04/26/kansas-hunter-dickinson-return-announcement
NFL World Reacts to Video of Panthers Owner David Tepper Confronting Restaurant Manager
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/panthers-david-tepper-restaurant-video-confrontation-reaction
Malik Nabers Gave a Great Quote During First Giants Press Conference: Nabers is already referring to himself in the third person.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/malik-nabers-giants-press-conference
Maryland Expected to Hire Much-Maligned Former Iowa OC Brian Ferentz, per Report: The once-promising Patriots assistant will seemingly try to get his career back ...
si.com/college/2024/04/26/maryland-expected-hire-iowa-coordinator-brian-ferentz
Drake Maye's Brothers Roasted Him in 'Special Message' During NFL Draft: Drake Maye's brothers took advantage of the opportunity to send the former North ...
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/nfl-draft-patriots-drake-maye-roasted-by-brothers
Diamondbacks Prospect Strikes Out Five Batters in a Single Inning: Jhosmer Alvarez pulled off the rare feat against the Inland Empire 66ers.
si.com/mlb/2024/04/26/diamondbacks-prospect-five-strikeouts-one-inning-minor-leagues
The crowd was pumped to see Caitlin Clark ahead of Game 3 🙌
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Why Mel Kiper Jr. Was So Surprised by Giants’ Move With No. 6 Pick in Draft: The ESPN NFL draft expert was surprised that the New York Giants opted to go with ...
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/giants-draft-mel-kiper-surprised-malik-nabers
2023 NCAA Tournament Hero Lamont Butler Transferring to Kentucky, per Report: The fifth-year guard will live forever in San Diego State lore.
si.com/college/2024/04/26/kentucky-lamont-butler-transfer-san-diego-state
WWE’s Dominik Mysterio to Undergo Tommy John Surgery: He was injured during his match against Andrade on Raw.
si.com/wrestling/2024/04/26/wwe-dominik-mysterio-tommy-john-surgery
76ers Star Joel Embiid Being Treated for 'Mild Case' of Bell’s Palsy, per Report: The All-NBA big man is coming off a 50-point performance in Game 3 against the ...
si.com/nba/2024/04/25/76ers-star-treated-mild-case-bells-palsy
Quick Glance: Joel Embiid's Controversial Foul: Turning Point in Game 3
- Embiid scored 50 points in the game against the Knicks but was also involved in controversy.
- Embiid's 50 points led to a win in a contentious Game 3 where the Sixers trailed 2-1.
- A controversial foul by Embiid on Mitchell Robinson could have meant a premature end.
- The Knicks have doubts about the officiating and are getting ready for Game 4.
No One Happier the Vikings Got Dallas Turner Than Coach Kevin O'Connell: Kevin O'Connell's reaction to the Dallas Turner trade was priceless.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/vikings-dallas-turner-kevin-oconnell-reaction
Astros Manager Joe Espada Leads By Example With Boring Ejection During Fifth Straight Loss
si.com/mlb/2024/04/26/astros-joe-espada-ejection-cubs-boring
Here’s to a Little Blind Faith in Drake Maye and the Patriots: New England has holes all over its roster, so trading the third pick might have made more sense ...
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/2024-nfl-draft-patriots-select-drake-maye-third-pick
C.J. Stroud Was So Bummed About the 49ers' First Round Pick: One of the star quarterback's favorite prospects is now off the board and heading to San Francisco.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/26/cj-stroud-ricky-pearsall-49ers-pick-reaction-texans
James Franklin Makes Lengthy Drive to Both of Penn State's First-Round Draft Pick Celebrations
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/penn-state-james-franklin-lengthy-drive-draft-night
Jaguars Draft Pick’s Mom Goes Viral for Hilarious Answer About Family’s Journey: Brian Thomas Jr.'s mother was a big winner on draft night.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/jaguars-draft-brian-thomas-parents-mom-interview-viral
The NFL Draft’s Best QB Just Landed With the Commanders: Washington needs to treat Jayden Daniels like the gift that he is to this franchise ...
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/2024-nfl-draft-jayden-daniels-best-quarterback
Eagles Sign A.J. Brown to Record-Setting Contract Extension, per Report: Philadelphia signed its star wide receiver to a historic new deal.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/eagles-sign-aj-brown-record-setting-contract-extension
Patrick Mahomes Used Two Perfect Emojis to Celebrate Chiefs Drafting Xavier Worthy
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/patrick-mahomes-two-perfect-emojis-xavier-worthy-draft
Angel Reese Raves About ‘Amazing’ Support From WNBA Veterans After Draft: The former LSU star had high praise for the league's grizzled hoopers.
si.com/wnba/2024/04/25/angel-reese-praises-wnba-veterans
PGA Tour Event Disrupted by Alligator Casually Walking Across Tee Box: The Zurich Classic of New Orleans is used to having a special four-legged friend show up ...
si.com/golf/2024/04/25/zurich-classic-alligator-on-course
Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Killing Former Saints Player Will Smith: His initial conviction was overturned and he was convicted in a retrial earlier ...
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/will-smith-cardell-hayes-sentence
Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto Makes Miraculous Catch on 104.8 MPH Comebacker: Yoshinobu Yamamoto made a stunning snare on a screaming line drive back at the mound ...
si.com/mlb/2024/04/25/dodgers-yoshinobu-yamamoto-miraculous-catch-comebacker
Bob Cole, Voice of ‘Hockey Night in Canada’ for Nearly 50 Years, Dies at 90: He called Hockey Night in Canada games for nearly 50 years.
si.com/nhl/2024/04/24/bob-cole-voice-hockey-night-in-canada-died
Malik Nabers Creatively Decorates NFL Draft Suit With LSU Highlights: Nabers, a projected top 10 pick, paid homage to the Tigers with his suit.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/malik-nabers-nfl-draft-suit-lsu-highlights
Thunder Undefeated During Postseason When a Fan Hits Half Court Shot Worth $20,000
si.com/nba/2024/04/25/thunder-fan-half-court-shot-money-postseason-undefeated
Cubs Prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong Blasts Home Run for First Career Hit: Chicago's top prospect blasted a go-ahead home run for his first MLB hit.
si.com/mlb/2024/04/25/pete-crow-armstrong-home-run
Animatronic Dan Campbell Has Arrived at NFL Draft, Can't Be Unseen: Early star of NFL Draft in Detroit isn't even human.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/2024-nfl-draft-weird-animatronic-dan-campbell-detroit
Travis Kelce Had Priceless Reaction to Taylor Swift Getting Pranked on MTV: The Chiefs star recently found out something new about his pop star girlfriend.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-punkd-prank
Former Wisconsin G Chucky Hepburn Will Transfer to Louisville, per Report: Cardinals coach Pat Kelsey appears to be continuing a productive run in the portal ...
si.com/college/2024/04/25/wisconsin-chucky-hepburn-transfer-louisville
NFL Draft Prospect Cooper DeJean Shows Off Impressive Hops in High School Basketball Highlights
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/2024-cooper-dejean-high-school-basketball-highlights
Why Todd McShay Will Not Be on ESPN for the 2024 NFL Draft: The longtime NFL draft analyst will not be on television for the coverage this year.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/2024-nfl-draft-espn-todd-mcshay
Here's Proof That Elly De La Cruz Can Turn Anything Into a Run: His speed is unbelievable.
si.com/mlb/2024/04/25/reds-elly-de-la-cruz-phillies-stolen-bases-runs
Michael Penix Jr., Rome Odunze Headline Adidas’ NFL Rookie Signees: Adidas is adding to its professional football roster with the signings of four incoming ...
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/michael-penix-jr-rome-odunze-adidas-deal
Georgia’s Christen Miller Had Great Reason for Opting Out of Transfer Portal: Miller was set to enter the transfer portal, then reversed course.
si.com/college/2024/04/25/georgia-christen-miller-opts-out-of-transfer-portal
Angels’ Announcers Crush Umps After Brutal Call on Game’s Final Out: This might have been the worst call of the MLB season.
si.com/mlb/2024/04/25/angels-announcers-crush-umps-after-brutal-call-on-games-final-out
Diontae Johnson Had Dinner with Dave Canales, Had No Idea He Coached the Panthers
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/panthers-diontae-johnson-dave-canales-dinner
ESPN’s Dan Graziano Provides the Only NFL Draft Information Anyone Needs: The NFL draft begins tonight in Detroit. Good luck figuring out what any of it means.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/25/2024-nfl-draft-espn-dan-graziano-perfect-analysis
Reggie Bush Is Getting His Heisman Trophy Back, per Report : The Heisman Trust plans to announce the formal reinstatement of the trophy to Bush on Wednesday.
si.com/college/2024/04/24/reggie-bush-heisman-trophy-returned-report
Quick Glance: Reggie Bush to Regain 2005 Heisman Trophy
- The Heisman Trust is set to announce Reggie Bush receiving back the 2005 Heisman Trophy, reinstating his status as a recipient after a NCAA investigation.
- Following the restoration of his 2005 season records by the NCAA, the Heisman Trust confirmed the re-honoring of Bush's award.
- In a statement, Bush expressed his excitement to be back in the Heisman family and collaborate with the organization to uphold its values and mission.
- With the Heisman Trophy back in Bush's possession, USC now holds the top spot in college football's Heisman Trophy winners list with a total of eight recipients.
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