New pass interference reviews lead to lots of confusion
MINNEAPOLIS — When the yellow flag flew for defensive pass interference on Minnesota Vikings cornerback Xavier Rhodes in a recent game, coach Mike Zim...
Rivers’ 3 INTs send Chargers to 26-24 loss to Raiders
OAKLAND, Calif. — Philip Rivers had one drive to salvage an up-and-down performance and end his final scheduled trip to the Oakland Coliseum on a winn...
“It’s home.” Rams’ star Donald embraces Pittsburgh roots
PITTSBURGH — The trappings of success have not changed Aaron Donald. Not the millions he's made. Not the honors he's won. Not the endless Southern Cal...
Hunt’s countdown over; Browns back eager to play again
BEREA, Ohio — Kareem Hunt learned humility during his time away from football, the lengthy layoff forcing him to grow up.
Monday night black cat still on the loose at MetLife Stadium
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The elusive black cat from "Monday Night Football" is still on the run.
Falcons assistant Morris returns to defensive roots
ATLANTA — Raheem Morris is returning to his roots as a defensive coach.
Air Force senior relishes dad in stands after prison release
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. — Like many fathers and sons, the Birdows tossed the football around the yard.
Lamar Jackson running toward record book
Lamar Jackson is going to juke his way into the record books if he keeps running like this.
Bucks hold off Clippers 129-124 for 4th win in a row
LOS ANGELES — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 38 points and 16 rebounds, George Hill scored 24 off the bench and the Milwaukee Bucks repelled every threat i...
Rivers prepares for final scheduled start in Oakland
OAKLAND, Calif. — From his first career start in 2006 to some riveting comebacks and crushing defeats, Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers has had plen...
San Francisco looks to remain undefeated vs. Wilson, Seattle
The San Francisco 49ers are the NFL's last undefeated team, while Russell Wilson is making a very strong case for MVP consideration in Seattle.
ACC coaches not fond of league’s Friday night showcases
When the Atlantic Coast Conference football schedule was finalized, Wake Forest coach Dave Clawson did a double-take — none of his team's first three ...
Ohio State, LSU, Alabama, Penn State top 1st CFP rankings
NEW YORK — Two from the Big Ten. Two from the Southeastern Conference. And the undefeated defending national champions on the outside looking in — for...
The Latest: Ohio St, LSU, Alabama, Penn St top CFP rankings
The Latest on the season's first College Football Playoff rankings (all times local):
QB Justin Herbert calmly leads resilient No. 7 Oregon
Probably the best example of Justin Herbert's influence over No. 7 Oregon came after the Ducks fell behind to USC last weekend.
Strong ending helps World Series avoid record low viewership
NEW YORK — It may be no solace to the Houston Astros, but the Washington Nationals' comeback win in the World Series helped baseball avoid a dubious r...
Offensive revolution reaches final frontier: Alabama-LSU
Gary Danielson has called the last 12 Alabama-LSU regular-season games for CBS Sports, including the Game of the Century in 2011, a No. 1 vs. No. 2 ma...
Column: Fans get played as boxing takes back seat to UFC
LAS VEGAS — The ring was empty, boxing's biggest attraction was taking a nap and fans who paid more than $1,000 a ticket to see Canelo Alvarez and Ser...
Ex-NFL player Kellen Winslow Jr pleads guilty to rape
VISTA, Calif. — Former NFL player Kellen Winslow Jr. pleaded guilty Monday to raping an unconscious teen in 2003 and to sexual battery involving a 54-...
Waller, Godwin, Chark among emerging stars at halfway point
ALAMEDA, Calif. — Darren Waller was toiling away on the practice squad in Baltimore last November when the Oakland Raiders were intrigued enough by th...
Riverboat Ron’s back after winning pair of 4th-down gambles
Analytics can tell NFL coaches what the numbers suggest doing on any given play, especially fourth down.
Trump honors World Series champion Nationals at White House
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump mostly stuck to sports Monday while honoring the World Series champion Washington Nationals, who had a handful of ...
MadBum gets qualifying offer, Martinez stays with Red Sox
NEW YORK — Madison Bumgarner was among 10 free agents who received $17.8 million qualifying offers from their former teams on Monday, a move that like...
Pain, no gain: Browns stumbling in season sliding away
CLEVELAND — Odell Beckham Jr. wore clown-themed cleats that didn't conform to the NFL's fussy dress code.
Beltrán: Need to be “best friend” to Mets’ GM as manager
NEW YORK — Carlos Beltrán was back in familiar blue pinstripes Monday, buttoning up a New York Mets uniform while standing next to his new boss, Brodi...
Mickelson’s streak of 26 years in the top 50 comes to an end
SHANGHAI — The streak ended with little fanfare, and that was just fine with Phil Mickelson.
NFL ICYMI: Do Baker, 2-6 Browns stay patient with Kitchens?
Given all of the talent they've assembled — Baker Mayfield, Odell Beckham Jr., Jarvis Landry, Nick Chubb, Myles Garrett, Denzel Ward — it'll be fascin...
Florida State fires coach Willie Taggart after 21 games
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida State fired second-year football coach Willie Taggart on Sunday, less than 24 hours after the Seminoles lost to rival Miam...
The Latest: Caution-free 2nd stage at Texas in Cup playoffs
FORT WORTH, Texas — The Latest on the NASCAR Cup race at Texas Motor Speedway (all times local):
Florida State fires football coach Willie Taggart
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida State has fired Willie Taggart one day after the Seminoles were beaten by Miami and fell closer to missing a bowl game for...