Netflix co-CEO clarifies streaming giant’s live sports strategy amid NFL lineup expansion, federal scrutiny

Streaming giant Netflix’s push into live sports has ranged from the WWE and Formula 1 to select MLB and NFL games. While the initiative has drawn some criticism, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said the strategy is not aimed at securing full-season rights packages for any sports league.

The Sports Office: May 12, 2026
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Jason Collins, NBA's first openly gay player, dies of brain tumor

Trailblazing NBA center and former Atlanta Hawk Jason Collins, who made history as the first openly gay active athlete in major North American professional sports, has died at 47 years old.

'Ted Lasso' star Cristo Fernández signs professional contract with El Paso Locomotive FC

El Paso Locomotive FC has signed forward Cristo Fernández, the club announced Tuesday, completing a professional soccer comeback for the athlete and actor best known for his role in the television series "Ted Lasso."

The Sports Office: May 11, 2026
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2026 FIFA World Cup: Netherlands’ famous orange double-decker bus lands in Galveston

The Dutch national team's iconic orange double-decker bus has arrived in Galveston, Texas, to lead thousands of fans in traditional "Oranje" marches throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

FOX Sports teaming up with Harvard to study fandom

Research shows that nearly 90% of Americans identify as fans of a sport or a specific team, with deep implications for communities. But experts say fandom is deeply understudied.

Braves legend Bobby Cox passes away at age 84

Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox, who led the Atlanta Braves to 14 straight division titles and a World Series title, has died at 84.

World Cup Fever: Final Rosters, Superfans, and the Road to 2026 | Futbol HQ
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The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially on. Futbol HQ breaks down the U.S. Men’s National Team roster decisions, follows diehard fans traveling across continents to support their countries, and explores how cities and communities are preparing for soccer’s biggest stage. Plus, a look at new youth soccer investments, a behind-the-scenes USMNT documentary, and even a chance to get paid to watch every match.

NCAA expanding March Madness college basketball tournaments to 76 teams in 2027

The NCAA will expand its men's and women's March Madness tournaments to 76 teams each next year, adding more early-round games in the first week without changing the overall tourney format.

The Sports Office: May 7, 2026
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The Sports Office: May 6, 2026
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The Sports Office: May 5, 2026
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PWHL Detroit team announced as first expansion team of the year

Detroit is getting a PWHL team, the league and officials with the city announced during a press conference Wednesday morning.

Disabled athlete in Menlo Park sets out to swim 26 miles on his birthday

Aleksei Averchenko entered the water at 6 a.m. Wednesday with the goal of swimming 26.2 miles, the equivalent distance of a running marathon. The feat marks a significant milestone in a journey that began with a life-altering tragedy.