By Cameron Teague Robinson, Justin Williams and Scott Dochterman No. 2 Ohio State handed No. 5 Indiana its first loss, 38-15, bringing more clarity to the Big Ten championship picture while raising questions about the Hoosiers’ position in the College Football Playoff race. In its first top-five matchup since the 1968 Rose Bowl and arguably…

Novak Djokovic has appointed his former rival and three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray as his new coach. Murray, 37, called time on his illustrious 19-year career after the Paris Olympics in August but makes his return to tennis to help the 24-time Grand Slam winner’s preparations for the Australian Open, which begins on January…

It has been a rough year for the defending national champions, but on Thursday, the Wolverines got some great news: The nation’s No. 1 recruit, quarterback Bryce Underwood — an athletic 6-foot-4, 205-pound 17-year-old — announced he was flipping his commitment from LSU to Michigan. After being committed to the Tigers for nearly a year,…

This article is part of the “Beyond the Track” series, a dive on the surrounding scene, glamour and culture that makes a Grand Prix. LAS VEGAS — A dash of dancing fountains, a sprinkle of star power supplied by a collection of celebrity chefs, and even something to chase it all down with champagne. Welcome…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Last week, Marta was mad. Usually, when she’s on the field with her nose toward goal, the three-time Olympic silver medalist visualizes repeating what she’s done many times over her lengthy career. She allows the joy to flow through her, down to her left foot and into the ball. But she…

The New York football scene has turned into competing tragedies, with the Giants’ Daniel Jones saga going up against the Jets’ all-encompassing disaster. Earlier this week, my colleague Zack Rosenblatt and I delved into the Jets’ organizational chaos, starting at the top with owner Woody Johnson. The most shocking revelation: After a September loss to…

If you’re suffering from Deion Sanders fatigue, worn down by the Colorado football coach’s repeated presence on sports feeds and debate shows, you’re in for a rough couple of months. By landing a commitment from star recruit Julian Lewis on Thursday, Sanders secured more than a top quarterback prospect. He also came away with increased…

You can officially count the New York Giants among the teams whose offseason will be built around finding its next franchise quarterback. Daniel Jones’ being benched and then released is just one development highlighting league happenings leading up to Sunday’s Week 12 action. The Giants host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with fan favorite Tommy DeVito…

LAS VEGAS — All eyes may be on Max Verstappen and Lando Norris come Saturday evening, with the two championship contenders lining up side-by-side for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, but they won’t be on the front row (or even among the top four). George Russell secured pole after showing impressive pace in the cold…

Surprising save percentages, star-level offensive performances and surging special teams. As the 2024-25 NHL season passed its quarter mark this week, The Athletic asked its NHL staff for a stat to sum up each team’s season so far. What’s the defining data point for your favorite team? Here are all 32 answers. GO DEEPER 16…