Adrian Peterson to become free agent, Vikings decline option
Adrian Peterson will become an unrestricted free agent on Thursday, March 9. The Minnesota Vikings announced Tuesday they will not exercise the 2017 team option on Peterson’s contract.
Adrian Peterson will become an unrestricted free agent on Thursday, March 9. The Minnesota Vikings announced Tuesday they will not exercise the 2017 team option on Peterson’s contract.
Michael Phelps talks to Congress about athlete drug testing
Michael Phelps is to be in Washington to speak out in support of more consistent drug testing for competitive athletes. The retired swimmer is scheduled to testify on Capitol Hill on Tuesday before a congressional committee looking into ways to improve the international anti-doping system.
Michael Phelps is to be in Washington to speak out in support of more consistent drug testing for competitive athletes. The retired swimmer is scheduled to testify on Capitol Hill on Tuesday before a congressional committee looking into ways to improve the international anti-doping system.
Transgender wrestler reacts to UIL state win
A 17-year-old transgender boy won a Texas state girls wrestling title and took to Facebook Sunday, reacting to the controversy, saying, in part, "We looked all the haters in the face and said, 'We just want to wrestle,' and that's what we did!"
A 17-year-old transgender boy won a Texas state girls wrestling title and took to Facebook Sunday, reacting to the controversy, saying, in part, "We looked all the haters in the face and said, 'We just want to wrestle,' and that's what we did!"
Kurt Busch steals monster victory by winning Daytona 500
Decked in Monster gear, chugging a tall boy of the energy drink as he was flanked by scantily clad models, Kurt Busch celebrated the biggest race win of his career.
Decked in Monster gear, chugging a tall boy of the energy drink as he was flanked by scantily clad models, Kurt Busch celebrated the biggest race win of his career.
Transgender boy wins controversial girls state title
A 17-year-old transgender boy completed an undefeated season Saturday by winning a controversial Texas state girls wrestling title in an event clouded by criticism from those who believe the testosterone he's taking as he transitions from female to male created an unfair advantage.
A 17-year-old transgender boy completed an undefeated season Saturday by winning a controversial Texas state girls wrestling title in an event clouded by criticism from those who believe the testosterone he's taking as he transitions from female to male created an unfair advantage.
Chase Elliott and Denny Hamlin win Cam-Am Duels at Daytona
Denny Hamlin didn't need a Toyota teammate to grab another win at Daytona International Speedway.
Denny Hamlin didn't need a Toyota teammate to grab another win at Daytona International Speedway.
Tom Brady posts suspect board in case of his missing jersey
While there currently aren't any known leads in the case of Tom Brady's missing jersey, the New England Patriots quarterback has compiled his own list of possible suspects.
While there currently aren't any known leads in the case of Tom Brady's missing jersey, the New England Patriots quarterback has compiled his own list of possible suspects.
Transgender wrestler's state bid spotlights Texas policy
A 17-year-old transgender wrestler who qualified for the girls state tournament while transitioning from female to male has become a high-profile test of a year-old Texas policy now being criticized by the attorney who tried to keep the athlete from competing.
A 17-year-old transgender wrestler who qualified for the girls state tournament while transitioning from female to male has become a high-profile test of a year-old Texas policy now being criticized by the attorney who tried to keep the athlete from competing.
NBA joins NFL in warning Texas over proposed 'bathroom bill'
The NBA is warning Texas over a proposed "bathroom bill" targeting transgender people that is similar to a North Carolina law that prompted the league to move the All-Star Game out of that state.
The NBA is warning Texas over a proposed "bathroom bill" targeting transgender people that is similar to a North Carolina law that prompted the league to move the All-Star Game out of that state.
Mark Cuban offers to help Mavericks season ticket holder cancel his account over Trump
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban offered to help a season ticket holder cancel his tickets after a tweet about Donald Trump.
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban offered to help a season ticket holder cancel his tickets after a tweet about Donald Trump.
Cowboys QB Tony Romo and wife expecting third child
Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo and his wife are expecting another child.
Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo and his wife are expecting another child.
Families of men killed with Jose Fernandez file lawsuits
The families of the two men who were with Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez when his boat crashed into a Miami Beach jetty - killing all three - are suing the All-Star's estate.
The families of the two men who were with Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez when his boat crashed into a Miami Beach jetty - killing all three - are suing the All-Star's estate.
NFL more forceful on Texas 'bathroom bill' after Super Bowl
The NFL sharpened its warning to Texas on Friday about a "bathroom bill" targeting transgender people, suggesting for the first time that the football-crazed state could miss out on hosting another Super Bowl if the proposal is enacted.
The NFL sharpened its warning to Texas on Friday about a "bathroom bill" targeting transgender people, suggesting for the first time that the football-crazed state could miss out on hosting another Super Bowl if the proposal is enacted.
Big 12 to withhold 25 percent of revenue share from Baylor
The Big 12 Conference said Wednesday it will withhold millions of dollars in revenue from Baylor until an outside review determines the university and athletic department are complying with Title IX guidelines and other regulations in the wake of a campus sexual assault scandal.
The Big 12 Conference said Wednesday it will withhold millions of dollars in revenue from Baylor until an outside review determines the university and athletic department are complying with Title IX guidelines and other regulations in the wake of a campus sexual assault scandal.
Game ball handed over to Minnesota for Super Bowl LII
After a successful Super Bowl in Houston, Texas, the NFL handed over the game ball to Minnesota for the next Super Bowl.
After a successful Super Bowl in Houston, Texas, the NFL handed over the game ball to Minnesota for the next Super Bowl.
PHOTOS: Super Bowl LI game day in Houston
Moments from Super Bowl LI in Houston on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017
Moments from Super Bowl LI in Houston on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017
49ers named Kyle Shanahan as head coach
The San Francisco 49ers on Monday announced that it has hired Kyle Shanahan as the team's head coach, its 20th in the team's history.
The San Francisco 49ers on Monday announced that it has hired Kyle Shanahan as the team's head coach, its 20th in the team's history.
Historic comeback gives New England 34-28 victory over Atlanta in Super Bowl LI
Two weeks of buildup and excitement will culminate Sunday, as the Atlanta Falcons square off with the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium in Houston. The NFL title game pits one of the league's marquee franchises against one that was long known for futility. The Falcons are making only their second Super Bowl appearance. On the other sideline, the Patriots are making their...
Two weeks of buildup and excitement will culminate Sunday, as the Atlanta Falcons square off with the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium in Houston. The NFL title game pits one of the league's marquee franchises against one that was long known for futility. The Falcons are making only their second Super Bowl appearance. On the other sideline, the Patriots are making their...
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan named NFL's Most Valuable Player
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player for the 2016 season by the Associated Press Saturday night. Ryan won the award the night before he leads his team into Super Bowl LI.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player for the 2016 season by the Associated Press Saturday night. Ryan won the award the night before he leads his team into Super Bowl LI.
Dak Prescott voted NFL Rookie of the Year by fans
Dak Prescott was named Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year on Friday.
Dak Prescott was named Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year on Friday.