Anthony Gharib, ESPNDec 3, 2024, 10:44 AM ET Jalen Brunson didn’t just win over New York Knicks fans in 2024. He also inspired dog owners, too. Editor’s Picks 1 Related Brunson was the top trending sports-related dog name in 2024 (up 161%), according to a recent report by pet sitting website Rover. He had a…
Courtney Cronin, ESPN Staff WriterDec 3, 2024, 06:03 AM ET Close Courtney Cronin joined ESPN in 2017, originally covering the Minnesota Vikings before switching to the Chicago Bears in 2022. Courtney is a frequent panelist on Around the Horn and host of Best Week Ever on ESPN Radio. She also co-hosts The Chicago Bears Podcast…
The NFL has suspended Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair three games for repeated violations of player safety rules after his hit Sunday to the head of Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Jon Runyan, the NFL’s vice president of football operations, announced the suspension Tuesday, adding in a letter to Al-Shaair that the league deemed the…
Jeff Legwold, ESPN Senior WriterDec 3, 2024, 01:58 AM ET Close Jeff Legwold is a senior writer who covers the Denver Broncos and the NFL at ESPN. Jeff has covered the Broncos for more than 20 years, joining ESPN in 2013. He also assists with NFL draft coverage, including his annual top 100 prospects. Jeff…
Crystal Palace and England centre-back Marc Guéhi will escape an English Football Association (FA) charge after writing “I love Jesus” on his rainbow-coloured captain’s armband for Saturday’s 1-1 draw at home to Newcastle United. Palace and Guehi have been reminded about their repsonsibilties that the appearance of a religious message on any item of clothing…
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) on Monday approved expanded trials of Football Video Support (FVS), an alternative VAR system which gives coaches the chance to challenge decisions. FVS, which was used at the U20 and U17 FIFA Women’s World Cups this year, was initially given the green light for testing by the IFAB in…
Dave McMenamin, ESPN Staff WriterDec 3, 2024, 12:30 AM ET Close Lakers and NBA reporter for ESPN. Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14, the Cavaliers from 2014-18 for ESPN.com and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09. MINNEAPOLIS — With LeBron James in the midst of his worst outside shooting slump since his…
We finally have our 2024 MLS Cup matchup decided. In the Eastern Conference, the New York Red Bulls continue their magical run. They defeated Orlando City 1-0, thanks to a goal from Andrés Reyes. This puts Sandro Schwarz’s side into its first MLS Cup final since 2008, and it is looking to become the champion…
Kalan Hooks, ESPNDec 2, 2024, 05:35 PM ET After a 2024 WNBA season that saw unprecedented fan interest, the 2025 season is locked and loaded. Editor’s Picks The league announced Monday that its 2025 regular season will begin Friday, May 16, and conclude Thursday, Sept. 11. The 2025 season will introduce many new additions, including…
Sarah Barshop, ESPN Staff WriterDec 2, 2024, 05:51 PM ET Close Sarah Barshop covers the Los Angeles Rams for ESPN. She joined ESPN in 2016 to cover the Green Bay Packers for ESPN Milwaukee. She then moved to Houston to cover the Texans. She came to ESPN after working as a writer and editor for…