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College hoops commission rebukes NCAA, seeks sweeping reforms

The Commission on College Basketball sharply directed the NCAA to take control of the sport, calling for sweeping reforms.

Vikings draft preview: With Cousins in town, O-line likely a priority

Rick Spielman says Minnesota has other needs too, but after spending on a quarterback, the Vikings are likely to supplement their offensive line

Heat wait for Wade, will look for ways to improve

MIAMI (AP) If there was any reason for solace in the Miami Heat locker room after the final game of the season in Philadelphia, it was this: They knew they lost to a better team.

Foster’s troubles leave hole for 49ers heading into draft

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch felt like he had filled a hole at middle linebacker when he drafted Reuben Foster in the first round a year ago.

Drafting Barkley could buy Giants crucial time

Rather than hitting the reset butting now and drafting quarterback Eli Manning’s replacement, Saquon Barkley may be the short-term answer for the Giants.

Tennis corruption report: 'Tsunami' of problems at low level

An independent review of corruption in tennis found that the sport ”faces a serious integrity problem” at its lower levels – a ”tsunami,” according to one person interviewed – but no widespread problem at ATP, WTA and Grand Slam tournaments.

Jason Motte Foundation’s Cornhole Challenge

Another successful Cornhole Challenge by the Motte Foundation.

Former cheerleaders would settle suit for $1, meeting with Goodell

Former cheerleaders suing the NFL are willing to settle with the NFL for $1 … provided they can meet with commissioner Roger Goodell.

NFL Draft Tracker

Follow the 2018 draft pick by pick

Pulisic on US roster vs. Bolivia in Philadelphia suburbs

CHESTER, Pa. (AP) Star midfielder Christian Pulisic will be part of the U.S. roster when the Americans play Bolivia in a May 28 exhibition in the Philadelphia suburbs.

Atlanta 2nd franchise for new spring football league

ATLANTA (AP) Atlanta has been chosen to join Orlando as franchises in the new Alliance of American Football that will begin play next February.

Lions announce 2018 preseason schedule dates and game times

Allen Park, Mich. – The Detroit Lions announced today the dates and game times for the team’s 2018 preseason schedule. 2018 LIONS PRESEASON SCHEDULE Friday, August 10 at Oakland Raiders (10:30 p.m. ET; WJBK-TV FOX 2) Friday, August 17 vs. New York Giants (7 p.m. ET; WJBK-TV FOX 2) Friday, August

NFL, NBA stars to face off in Ryder Cup-style charity golf tournament

NFL and NBA athletes, past and present, will square off in a new charity golf tournament this June in Connecticut. The Showdown will pit an NFL team captained by Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers against an NBA team led by Houston Rockets point guard Chris Paul. The June 27-28 Ryder Cup-style

FCS primer for the 2018 NFL Draft

(STATS) – NFL Draft prospect Taron Johnson originally signed at Weber State to play wide receiver. He was the one who wanted to switch to cornerback, and convinced the coaching staff about it.

Matt Kenseth to return to NASCAR with Roush Fenway Racing

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Matt Kenseth will return to NASCAR this season in a reunion with Roush Fenway Racing, the team that gave him his Cup start in 1998.

Last five FCS draft classes

(STATS) – FCS players selected in the last five NFL drafts:

14 ACC players who could break out during fall camp

A look at football players in the Atlantic Coast Conference this spring who are poised to break out this fall:

Alaska Olympic events mimic hunts, like sneaking up on seals

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) To most spectators, the term ”Olympics” means world-class swimming competitions, downhill skiing or the 100-meter dash.

Mixed bag: Darnold a tantalizing NFL prospect

QB Sam Darnold is an interesting evaluation for teams because there are a lot of things to like, but also areas that need significant improvement.

NFL failure to NFL factory: How Nick Saban created football's best assembly line

Nick Saban’s biggest football failing has proven a blessing for the NFL. Proof comes every time a game is played. Saban’s own time in the league is remembered primarily for his unsuccessful stint as Dolphins head coach in 2005 and ’06. It’s actually in the aftermath where Saban has made

Review finds integrity problem at tennis’ lowest levels

An independent panel’s two-year review of corruption in tennis has found that the sport ”faces a serious integrity problem” at its lowest levels – a ”tsunami,” according to one investigator – but no widespread problem at ATP, WTA and Grand Slam tournaments.

Djokovic loses to 140th-ranked Klizan in 2nd round in Spain

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) Novak Djokovic lost again, this time falling to 140th-ranked Martin Klizan 6-2, 1-6, 6-3 on Wednesday in the second round of the Barcelona Open.

Commission calls for more NCAA oversight of AAU events

Every July, Las Vegas becomes the epicenter of elite youth basketball. Hundreds of top-level AAU teams descend upon Sin City during the summer evaluation windows for college coaches, playing games at dozens of sites across the city.

'If I don't, who will?': Can Kamathi Holsey tweet his way into the NFL?

Just getting on the radar of NFL scouts is half the battle for lesser-known prospects from small colleges, which is why some are increasingly leveraging social media to sell themselves Chances are you’ve never heard of Kamathi Holsey. His name doesn’t spark a memory of any can’t-miss highlight

Commission calls for more transparency from shoe companies

Apparel companies are heavily involved in elite-level youth basketball, with Nike, Adidas and Under Armour all running their own circuits. The shoe companies also have lucrative sponsorship deals with schools and coaches worth millions of dollars.

Ex-NFL cheerleaders offer to settle for $1 in exchange for meeting with commissioner Roger Goodell

SportsPulse: Josh Rosen, the most polarizing quarterback in this year’s draft, discusses the “millennial” narrative, details what he wants in a coach, reacts to former coach Jim Mora’s comments and more. Two former cheerleaders who filed recent discrimination lawsuits against the NFL

Early Bird Report 4/25: The Falcons' biggest NFL Draft need; Gronkowski to play in 2018

Will McFadden AtlantaFalcons.com FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – Today’s Early Bird Report includes the Falcons’ draft needs – with one position clearly at the top – as well as Rob Gronkowski’s decision to return to the Patriots in 2018. Enjoy! FALCONS HEADLINES FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY AJC: The Falcons

Nick Wright and Cris Carter react to Gronk announcing he’ll return to Patriots

Joined by former NFL head coach Eric Mangini in studio on First Things First, Nick Wright and Cris Carter react to Rob Gronkowski announcing he will return to the New England Patriots for the 2018 season. With sports agent Don Yee also announcing that Tom Brady is committed to return, does this mean the drama is officially over in Foxborough?

The Latest: Rice says college hoops has lax responsibility

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) The Latest on recommendations by the Commission on College Basketball to the NCAA (all times local):

Commission: Independent probes needed in complex NCAA cases

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) The Commission on College Basketball sees a ”broken” NCAA enforcement process for handling complex, high-stakes cases.