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Bookmaker, sharp discuss March Madness; Houston Cougars liability for sportsbooks

Houston winning it all will hurt sportsbooks, and Mattress Mack stands to win $19 million if the Cougars pull it off. Patrick Everson checked in with oddsmakers and sharps for March Madness notes.

Carroll: Payton right coach to get Wilson on track

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said Tuesday that Sean Payton is the right coach to get Russell Wilson back on track.

Steelers GM wants Trubisky around 'a long time'

Despite Mitch Trubisky spending most of last season as the backup QB, Steelers GM Omar Khan said he wants to keep him around beyond next season.

Packers GM noncommittal on starting QB for '23

Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said Tuesday he hasn’t spoken yet with Aaron Rodgers and thus is noncommittal on who will be the team’s starting quarterback in 2023.

Giants plan to release WR Golladay, source says

The Giants plan to release wide receiver Kenny Golladay on March 15, the first day of the league year, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Raiders want QB who'll be at helm a 'long time'

Raiders coach Josh McDaniels expects to meet with “most of the quarterbacks” at this week’s NFL combine but ultimately hopes to find a young player who’s “going to be a Raider for a long time.”

Rays pitcher Tyler Glasnow to miss 6 to 8 weeks with oblique strain

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Tyler Glasnow is expected to miss six to eight weeks because of a left oblique strain.

NASCAR Power Rankings: Kyle Busch lands top spot after Fontana win

The NASCAR Cup Series season is in full swing. Bob Pockrass unveils his debut driver rankings heading into Las Vegas.

Who needs to step up for Lakers in wake of LeBron James' injury

Could newfound depth save the Lakers’ season? Here’s how the team can help fill the void created by LeBron’s injury.

Damian Lillard make the right decision staying loyal to Blazers? | UNDISPUTED

Damian Lillard has remained with the Portland TrailBlazers for his entire 11-year career despite having multiple opportunities to chase rings elsewhere. Dame said in a recent interview that the only thing he hasn’t provided the city of Portland over the course of his career is a title. Dame used Dirk Nowitzki as an example of a player he’s seen stick with one team and eventually bring them a title. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe determine if Lillard made the right choice staying loyal to Blazers.

Giannis takes jab at Kevin Durant, jokes he can teach KD how to carry a team | UNDISPUTED

Milwaukee Bucks all-star and former NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo made an appearance on The Daily Show and had some fun talking about Phoenix Suns Forward, Kevin Durant. Giannis said: “You keep joining super teams to win an NBA title, how about we work out together so I can teach you how to carry his own team.” Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe react to Giannis’ jab at KD.

LeBron James' injury should be no surprise to Lakers

Memory teaches us that if something can go wrong with the Lakers, it almost certainly will.

How far can Anthony Davis carry Lakers without LeBron? | UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers are 12th in the Western Conference; a half game out of the play-in and two games back of a playoff spot. Now, LeBron James is reportedly feared to be out several weeks with a foot injury. The Lakers have won three straight and Anthony Davis has scored at least 28 points in two of those games. Shannon Sharpe discusses how far he believes AD can carry the purple and gold without LeBron.

Everything you need to know about the combine

The official kickoff to draft season is this week in Indianapolis, host of the NFL scouting combine. Here’s a breakdown of the week’s events.

Former NFL employee claims league labeled with photos of women with 'sexually degrading remarks' in lawsuit

The league says those photos are marked as ‘sensitive’ so they won’t be used again.

Falcons release QB Marcus Mariota

The Atlanta Falcons have released quarterback Marcus Mariota, the team announced on Tuesday morning.

Bears trade down twice and get Georgia's Jalen Carter in Mel Kiper's NFL mock draft

ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr. released his second mock draft of 2023, and he has the Chicago Bears trading down twice and still landing Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter.

Steelers top free-agent target off the market

The Washington Commanders have placed the franchise tag on defensive tackle Daron Payne.

Disputed loan at center of Commanders probe

A $55 million loan has become a primary focus of federal prosecutors in Virginia who are investigating allegations of financial misconduct by Dan Snyder and the Washington Commanders, multiple sources with firsthand knowledge of the inquiry told ESPN.

Sources: Commanders' Payne first to be tagged

Defensive tackle Daron Payne received the franchise tag from the Commanders on Tuesday, making him the first player to be tagged this offseason, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Cowboys offseason outlook: Big changes coming in Big D?

The Cowboys are in win-now mode, with huge decisions to make regarding the contracts of some star players this offseason.

MLB 26-and-under power rankings: No. 19 Detroit Tigers

The Tigers check in at No. 19 in our comprehensive ranking of each MLB franchise’s 26-and-under talent. Here’s why.

Becky Lynch and Lita win the Women's Tag Team Titles from Damage CRTL, Trish Stratus returns

The Women’s Tag Team championships changed hands on Monday Night Raw as Lita and Becky Lynch defeated Damage CTRL’s IYO SKY and Dakota Kai. Trish Stratus returned to have Lita and Lynch’s back before the pin.

Seth Rollins calls Logan Paul from The Miz's phone after the host of WrestleMania is announced

The Miz had a special announcement for the WWE Universe on Monday Night Raw when he revealed that he will be hosting WrestleMania. Seth “Freakin” Rollins crashed the show, calling Logan Paul from The Miz’s phone and finishing his own business.

Cody Rhodes announces he will meet Roman Reigns on SmackDown after match with Chad Gable

Cody Rhodes went one-on-one with Chad Gable on Monday Night Raw before announcing that he will be meeting Roman Reigns face-to-face on Friday Night SmackDown on the Road to WrestleMania.

Solo Sikoa replaces Jey Uso in tag team matchup with The Street Profits as Kevin Owens ambushes

Solo Sikoa stepped in Jey Uso’s spot as Jimmy Uso’s tag team partner on Monday Night Raw as The Bloodline took on Mondez Ford and Angelo Dawkins from the Street Profits. The Tribal Chief’s family tried to take things a step further after the match when Kevin Owens attacked The Bloodline.