Nevada commission to file complaints on Nurmagomedov, McGregor
In the aftermath of the brawl that followed Khabib Nurmagomedov’s UFC 229 victory over Conor McGregor on Saturday in Las Vegas, the Nevada State Athletic Commission plans to file complaints against both fighters.
Bucs seeking more from new-look D-line
Atlanta Falcons: Matt Ryan took too many hits, including six sacks, in Sunday’s loss to the Steelers. Head coach Dan Quinn said protection broke down in every way possible — against the blitz, on first down and on key third downs. Quinn said the prote…
Brees becomes NFL’s all-time passing leader
New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees broke the NFL’s all-time passing mark on Monday, eclipsing Peyton Manning’s 71,940 career yards in the Saints’ game against the Washington Redskins.
Reports: Giants parting ways with OT Flowers
The New York Giants plan to release offensive tackle Ereck Flowers if they can’t trade him before 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, per multiple reports Monday.
Lions insist DE Ansah hurt, not sitting for money reasons
Chicago Bears: Coming out of the bye week, injured cornerback Prince Amukamara and wide receiver Anthony Miller have a chance to return Sunday at Miami. Head coach Matt Nagy gave credit to the strength and conditioning, nutrution and training staffs. “…
McCarthy: Packers need Crosby to make kicks
Mason Crosby had one of the worst games in league history as a kicker on Sunday, but he’s not going anywhere — despite costing the Packers in a big way at Detroit.
Ronaldo among nominees for Ballon d’Or award
Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo has been named among 30 nominees for the men’s Ballon d’Or trophy awarded by France Football magazine to the best player in the world.
Tokyo Games savings at $4.3 billion but more to come: CEO Muto
Several measures have cut the cost of staging the 2020 Tokyo Olympics by $4.3 billion but organizers are determined to save more money in the next two years, Tokyo Games CEO Toshiro Muto said on Monday.
Hamilton is stepping into Schumacher territory
When Michael Schumacher won his seventh Formula One world championship with Ferrari in 2004 it looked like a record for the ages, but Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes are forcing a rethink already.
Smart, Smith fined for on-court altercation
An on-court scuffle between Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart and Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith has led to $40,000 in fines.
