Ohio State’s talent rises to topple rival Michigan regularly
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Ohio State has turned one of the greatest rivalries in sports into a one-sided series against Michigan by simply having more talent...
Jets’ Maulet has leaped obstacles to become ‘superhero’
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Arthur Maulet never imagined he’d be where he is today.
Jameis Winston keeps piling up TDs, INTs for Bucs
It's been an all or nothing kind of year so far for Jameis Winston.
Padres sign Pomeranz, get Davies, Grisham from Brewers
SAN DIEGO — The rebuilding San Diego Padres rewarded free agent Drew Pomeranz for two strong months in Milwaukee’s bullpen and addressed two big needs...
George Kittle’s return provides big boost to 49ers offense
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — George Kittle’s absence from the San Francisco 49ers was evident in almost every aspect of the offense for two weeks.
Jerry Jones doesn’t like looks of America’s Team
Never one to mince words, Jerry Jones has put Jason Garrett and his coaching staff on alert heading into what’s supposed to be a festive holiday.
More than Axe on line for Minnesota-Wisconsin in Week 14
More than Paul Bunyan’s Axe is on the line in college football’s most-played rivalry.
Ravens, Patriots, 49ers remain top 3 teams in AP Pro32 poll
NEW YORK — Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens just keep on rolling.
Harbaugh to get boost if No. 10 Michigan beats No. 2 Ohio St
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Jim Harbaugh’s job is safe at Michigan whether his team finally beats Ohio State or he falls to 0-5 in what has become a one-sided ...
Mariners give prospect Evan White $24M, 6-year deal
SEATTLE — The Mariners have finalized a $24 million, six-year contract with first baseman Evan White, a unusually large deal for a player who hasn’t a...
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Rivalry week with ranked matchups
Intense and tradition-rich rivalries are fun no matter the stakes. They get even juicer when both teams are ranked.
NFL ICYMI: Jerry Jones’ frustration; Haskins’ photo finish
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones certainly didn’t say he was ready to make any changes to his coaching staff.
Rodgers struggles in Packers’ 37-8 loss to 49ers
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Aaron Rodgers dropped back on his first third down of the day, tried to avoid the pressure and got stripped on a sack that set u...
Harrell ties career high with 34 as Clippers rout Pelicans
LOS ANGELES — Montrezl Harrell tied a career-high with 34 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, Kawhi Leonard added 26 and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the...
The Latest: Gore still going, passes Sanders on rush list
The Latest on Week 12 in the NFL (all times EST):
Darnold leads Jets to third straight win, 34-3 over Raiders
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Sam Darnold threw two touchdown passes and ran for another score, leading the New York Jets to an impressive 34-3 victory over...
NFL and Kaepernick still at odds on failed workout
A week after Colin Kaepernick’s NFL workout fell apart, disagreements and distrust about it remain on issues such as its timing, who was invited and w...
Defense shines, No. 4 Georgia prevails 19-13 vs Texas A&M
ATHENS, Ga. — George Pickens scored Georgia’s only touchdown, Rodrigo Blankenship booted four field goals and the defense stymied Texas A&M, leadi...
Jones, No. 5 Alabama rout Western Carolina, 66-3 without Tua
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Tua Tagovailoa watched from a cart as his Alabama teammates treated him to a dominant performance against a badly outclassed oppone...
Steelers QB Rudolph fined $50,000 for brawl with Browns
CLEVELAND — Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph was fined $50,000 by the NFL for his involvement in a brawl that began when Browns defensive end Myles ...
AP source: NBA, teams, union discuss shortening season
A person familiar with the negotiations says the NBA is working with the players’ union and its teams on a plan to shorten the regular season, possibl...
Celtics’ Smart unhappy with response to Denver fan incident
The NBA is investigating an incident between Boston guard Marcus Smart and a fan in Denver, after the Celtics guard said he heard a derogatory comment...
Harris, 76ers send Spurs to 8th straight defeat, 115-104
PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia coach Brett Brown met Gregg Popovich at midcourt, gave him a handshake, hug and pat on the back.
AP source: Yankees plan to not pay $26 million owed Ellsbury
NEW YORK — The Yankees plan to not pay Jacoby Ellsbury the remaining $26 million due under his contract, contending he violated the deal by getting un...
President Trump meets with 22 college championship teams
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump met Friday with athletes and coaches from 22 collegiate national championship teams.
Browns’ Jarvis Landry: Garrett inquiry by league unfair
BEREA, Ohio — Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry called the NFL for two penalties — false start and illegal procedure in its handling of Myles Garrett...
AP MVP is not just for QBs and is far from decided
During its Monday night telecast from Mexico City, ESPN showed a graphic of contenders for the AP's NFL Most Valuable Player. Oops, folks, there were ...
The Latest: Sandusky resentenced to same prison term
BELLEFONTE, Pa. — The Latest on the resentencing of former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky (all times local):
Column: MLB ignores grassroots with plan to whack minors
Baseball is already struggling to attract new fans — especially younger ones.
Hopkins has 2 TDs, Texans beat Colts 20-17 to top AFC South
HOUSTON — Determined to bounce back from an embarrassing loss, the Houston Texans used big performances from Deshaun Watson and DeAndre Hopkins and so...