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- Brady calls out team's effort in historic loss
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SportsPulse: USA TODAY Sports' experts tell you who's going to win the biggest NFL matchups of the week. USA TODAY Sports
Paul Myerberg, George Schroeder and Jason McIntyre breaking down three of this weekend's biggest games. USA TODAY Sports
USA TODAY Sports' Brant James looks at the biggest story lines heading into the Federated Auto Parts 400. USA TODAY Sports
Tom Brady and the New England Patriots were considered to have a shot at going undefeated in 2017 ... until they played the Chiefs in the season opener. USA TODAY Sports
NASCAR drivers provide an all-access look at what transpires on a race weekend. USA TODAY Sports
Tennis Channel breaks down the women's semifinals at the U.S. Open, where Sloane Stephens held off Venus Williams and Madison Keys dominated CoCo Vandeweghe. USA TODAY Sports
Sports Pulse: The return of college football means the return of GameDay. Trysta Krick looks at how the show has become one of the top television programs in all of sports. USA TODAY Sports
SportsPulse: USA TODAY Sports' fantasy football expert Steve Gardner shares his advice on who should be in your lineup -- and who should stay on the bench -- this weekend. USA TODAY Sports
Sports Pulse: USA TODAY Sports' George Schroeder breaks down a big matchup between the Sooners and the Buckeyes. USA TODAY Sports
Sports Pulse: Isaiah Thomas was officially introduced in Cleveland, but there was not much clarity on his hip injury or when he would be available to play. USA TODAY Sports
Drivers speak to USA TODAY Sports about Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s legacy in NASCAR. USA TODAY Sports
SportsPulse: USA TODAY's NFL insider Jarrett Bell explains why no one should be surprised by Michael Bennett's encounter with police, and that should embolden players and the league to take a stand. USA TODAY Sports
If you're planning to bet on any NFL games this weekend, USA TODAY Sports' Lorenzo Reyes says these three are the way to go. USA TODAY Sports
Tennis Channel Court Report breaks down Day 11 at the U.S. Open, where CoCo Vandeweghe and Madison Keys joined Venus Williams and Sloan Stephens in the semifinals. USA TODAY Sports
USA TODAY Sports' Jarrett Bell explains why Ezekiel Elliott will play Week 1, and assesses the chances that the Cowboys star will be able to play the full season. USA TODAY Sports
Boomer Esiason's co-host has been arrested for his part in an alleged ticket scam. USA TODAY Sports
Sports Pulse: USA TODAY Sports' Bob Nightengale discusses what's ahead for the Boston Red Sox after they were caught stealing signs. USA TODAY Sports
Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett claims to be a victim of excessive force by the Las Vegas Police following the Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor boxing match. USA TODAY Sports
Check out the top 25 college football teams in the country according to the Amway Coaches Poll. USA TODAY Sports
Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott's appeal for his six-game suspension was rejected by an arbitrator, but he is eligible to play Week 1. USA TODAY Sports
Boston was caught stealing signs by using an Apple Watch. USA TODAY Sports
Sports Pulse: USA TODAY Sports' Paul Myerberg breaks down the buzziest story lines in the world of college football. USA TODAY Sports
SportsPulse: Trysta Krick looks at how billionaire and new NBA owner Tilman Fertitta acquired his fortune and was able to buy the Houston Rockets. USA TODAY Sports
According to a TD Ameritrade study, nearly two out of 10 families are spending $1,000 per month on elite youth sports. USA TODAY Sports
Watch Houston Texans star J.J. Watt and his teammates hand out food and supplies to hundreds of Texans affected by Hurricane Harvey. USA TODAY Sports
Florida State quarterback Deondre Francois suffered a season-ending patella tendon injury in his left knee late in FSU's opening loss against Alabama. Time Sports
Todd Marinovich, former quarterback for USC and the Raiders, plays his 1st professional football game in 17 years. Desert Sun sports columnist Shad Powers interview him after he led the SoCal Coyote to a 73-0 win over the California Sharks. Richard Lui/The Desert Sun
Sports Pulse: Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward were officially introduced as Cetics on Friday afternoon and here's what they had to say. USA TODAY Sports
After the Detroit Tigers traded two of their top players, USA TODAY Sports' Bob Nightengale explains how these big moves could change the complexion of the MLB playoffs. USA TODAY Sports
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HOF inductee George McGinnis: Six things to know
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HOF inductee George McGinnis: Six things to knowMcGinnis will be inducted into the Hall of Fame on Friday. - Open
Friends Keys, Stephens face off in U.S. Open final
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Friends Keys, Stephens face off in U.S. Open finalMadison Keys says they can separate their friendship from what happens on the court. - NASCAR
Earnhardt Jr. worried for Key West community
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Earnhardt Jr. worried for Key West communityDale Earnhardt Jr. was already planning renovation in Key West, but with Hurricane Irma due to hit South Florida, he may have work cut out for him. - Fantasy Sports
Fantasy football Week 1 preview
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Fantasy football Week 1 previewHurricane postpones game, Elliott suspension still looms, Beckham questionable, plus fantasy football rankings, sleepers and more. - Seattle Seahawks
Bennett's lawyer calls for probe of Vegas police
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Bennett's lawyer calls for probe of Vegas policeAttorney for the Seahawks' Michael Bennett says Las Vegas Police Department is "victim-shaming" his client. - New England Patriots
Belichick: Pats need to do better 'on everything'
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Belichick: Pats need to do better 'on everything'Patriots coach Bill Belichick says he's sick of talking about previous teams. - NASCAR
Logano in do-or-die situation at Richmond
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Logano in do-or-die situation at RichmondJoey Logano knows he can only reach the postseason with a win at Richmond.
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Photos capture people golfing during wildfire
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Photos capture people golfing during wildfireThese images that have gone viral are real. - NCAAF
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Week 2 games that will most impact the Playoff
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Week 2 games that will most impact the PlayoffWhen the College Football Playoff invitations are handed out, it's possible Week 2 could have the biggest impact with four huge games on tap Saturday. - Kansas City Chiefs
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Record-setting debut sparks hype for Chiefs rookie
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Record-setting debut sparks hype for Chiefs rookieThe rookie third-round pick had the most yards from scrimmage of any player in a debut. - NFL
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Dolphins evacuating ahead of Hurricane Irma
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Dolphins evacuating ahead of Hurricane IrmaThe team will fly to California on Friday night and will remain in Southern California through next weekend’s game against the Chargers. - NCAAF
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Ex-SEC commissioner tackling prostate cancer
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Ex-SEC commissioner tackling prostate cancerFormer SEC commissioner Mike Slive has a new job. He started a foundation to fund prostate cancer research after being diagnosed with disease twice. - For The Win
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Chase Elliott's season on line at Richmond race
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Chase Elliott's season on line at Richmond race“We’ve brought this situation upon ourselves," Elliott said. - Sports
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Lance Armstrong trial delayed until May 2018
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Lance Armstrong trial delayed until May 2018Judge grants former cyclist Lance Armstrong's request to postpone U.S. government’s $100 million civil fraud trial. - Open
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Keys and Stephens reach first Grand Slam final
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Keys and Stephens reach first Grand Slam finalMadison Keys reached her first career Grand Slam final with a dominant 6-1, 6-2 win on Thursday night. Keys will face Sloane Stephens for the title. - NCAAF
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Sumlin's wife shares hate mail sent to A&M coach
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Sumlin's wife shares hate mail sent to A&M coachKevin Sumlin’s wife, Charlene, shared a racist letter written by a Texas A&M “fan.”
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Former Western Kentucky center Jim McDaniels dies at 69
Former Western Kentucky center Jim McDaniels dies at 69Jim McDaniels, who led Western Kentucky to the 1971 NCAA Final Four in 1971, dies at 69 - NHL
Penguins name former star Stevens special assignment scout
Penguins name former star Stevens special assignment scoutThe Pittsburgh Penguins have hired former star Kevin Stevens as a special assignment scout. Stevens, 52, was a three-time All-Star during his 15-year career with five teams, including eight with the Penguins - For The Win
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Chris Hemsworth wishes Juan Martin del Potro good luck
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Chris Hemsworth wishes Juan Martin del Potro good luckChris Hemsworth is letting del Potro keep his Thor hammer. - NFL
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Texans' chance to show Houston was knocked down but not out
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Texans' chance to show Houston was knocked down but not outBallgames' return won't feed families or rebuild houses, but they give communities a chance to show they've been knocked down but not out - NHL
Canucks sign forward Bo Horvat to 6-year extension
Canucks sign forward Bo Horvat to 6-year extensionThe Vancouver Canucks signed restricted free-agent center Bo Horvat to a $33 million, six-year contract extension - Soccer
Mbappe scores as PSG thrashes Metz 5-1 in French league
Mbappe scores as PSG thrashes Metz 5-1 in French leagueKylian Mbappe scored on his debut with Paris Saint-Germain as the French league leaders extended their perfect start to the season to five matches with a 5-1 thrashing of last-place Metz on Friday - For The Win
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. previews Redskins season
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. previews Redskins seasonHe's a passionate fan. - NCAAF
After Harvey scrapped opener, Houston to start at Arizona
After Harvey scrapped opener, Houston to start at ArizonaHurricane Harvey delayed the head coaching debut of Major Applewhite at the University of Houston - NFL
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Doctson ready to prove his worth to Redskins after injuries
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Doctson ready to prove his worth to Redskins after injuriesAfter injuries ruined his rookie year and cost him time in the preseason, receiver Josh Docston is ready to play and eager to show the Redskins why they drafted him in the first round
