More than 20,000 sex offenders, including Larry Nassar, the disgraced former sports physician who abused female gymnasts, have been wiped from Michigans public registry after a ruling by the state Su… [+11 chars]

The state struck 20,000 names from the public database after a ruling by the state’s highest court.

The Washington Post

Larry Nassar among thousands of sex offenders removed from Michigan registry - The Washington Post

As the calendar turns to October, NFL uniforms remain as fresh as ever with an alternate-heavy slate in Week 4.
Editor's Picks
On "Thursday Night Football," the Cleveland Browns will wear their "Al… [+4040 chars]

Here's a look at what each NFL team is wearing in Week 4, led by an alternate look from the Cleveland Browns.

ESPN

NFL Week 4 uniforms: Browns wearing 'Alpha Dawg' look; Giants go 'Legacy' - ESPN

As the coach of one of the NFLs most successful franchises, the Pittsburgh Steelers, for nearly two decades, Mike Tomlin was charged with building championship-caliber teams.
In his free time, Tomli… [+6153 chars]

As the coach of one of the NFL’s most successful franchises, the Pittsburgh Steelers, for nearly two decades, Mike Tomlin was charged with building championship-caliber teams.

NBC News

Mike Tomlin is a Super Bowl-winning coach. His real passion might have been ‘Minecraft.’ - NBC News

The Philadelphia Eagles lost in Week 3 and now theyre dealing with some not so great injury news ahead of their Week 4 game.
Leading receiver DeVonta Smith is legitimately questionable to play again… [+2115 chars]

Bleeding Green Nation

DeVonta Smith injury: Eagles wide receiver expected to not play in Rams game [UPDATE] - Bleeding Green Nation

The Blueprint is my weekly column and basically everything that I use to build out the most accurate rankings I can. There will be this RB column, a WR column on Thursdays and a combination column on… [+32391 chars]

Fantasy football analyst Hayden Winks lays out the blueprint for his RB rankings in Week 4.

Yahoo Entertainment

Fantasy Football Rankings: Hayden Winks' RB Blueprint for Week 4 - Yahoo Sports

Everyone knows what is coming when the current CBA between MLB and MLBPA expires on Dec. 1. The owners will lock out the players and will keep them locked out until the sides agree to a deal.

SNY.tv

What to expect when MLB lockout strikes this winter - SNY

Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. was at the movies, watching Brad Pitts Heart of the Beast, on Wednesday night when he received news that the Steelers had traded him to the Cowboys. The smile has not left … [+1545 chars]

Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. was at the movies, watching Brad Pitt's Heart of the Beast, on Wednesday night when he received news that the Steelers had traded him to the Cowboys.

NBCSports.com

Joey Porter Jr. felt "disrespected" and "underappreciated" by Steelers - NBC Sports

One day after helping the Atlanta Dream win their first playoff series in eight years, Angel Reese has been named WNBA Defensive Player of the Year for the 2026 season. 
The WNBA announced the votin… [+1635 chars]

One day after helping the Atlanta Dream win their first playoff series in eight years, Angel Reese has been named WNBA Defensive Player of the Year for the 2026 season.

Bleacher Report

Angel Reese Wins 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year Award, Full Voting Results Announced - bleacherreport.com

Longtime PGA Tour star and LIV Golf member Phil Mickelson recently checked himself into an addiction treatment center amid his extended absence from the sport, according to multiple reports.
TMZ was… [+2121 chars]

Phil Mickelson has been away from golf for months now while dealing with a "personal health matter" in his family.

Phil Mickelson reportedly checked himself into treatment center for 'family trauma and addiction' - Yahoo Sports

If gambling is permitted freely on sporting events, normal incidents of the game such as bad snaps, dropped passes, turnovers, penalties, and play calling inevitably will fuel speculation, distrust, … [+2407 chars]

It's unclear whether McVay was authorized to disclose his communications with the league.

NFL opens Pandora’s box by supposedly admitting DPI error to Sean McVay - NBC Sports

The Diamondbacks are keeping their bench boss. Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports that manager Torey Lovullo will be back next year. He gets a two-year deal. As Piecoro points out, this lin… [+3743 chars]

MLB Trade Rumors

Diamondbacks To Retain Manager Torey Lovullo - MLB Trade Rumors

ATLANTA -- Aaron Nola will try to get the Phillies back to Los Angeles for a rematch with the Dodgers in the National League Division Series.
He will start Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series against … [+2305 chars]

ATLANTA -- Aaron Nola will try to get the Phillies back to Los Angeles for a rematch with the Dodgers in the National League Division Series.
He will start Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Braves on Thursday night at Truist Park. Expect almost ev…

MLB.com

Nola to start for Phils in 'all hands on deck' Game 3 (source) - mlb.com

LAS VEGAS -- The No. 3 seed Las Vegas Aces are the WNBA's defending champions and out to prove they are still the league's boss. The No. 6 seed Indiana Fever know they're about to be as popular in Ve… [+5024 chars]

Las Vegas hosts Indiana on Thursday with the winner advancing to the WNBA semifinals. Here's what could decide the game.

WNBA playoffs 2026: Caitlin Clark, A'ja Wilson and keys to Fever-Aces Game 3 - ESPN

The Buffalo Sabres have signed defenseman Louis Crevier to a four-year contract extension worth an average annual value of $4 million .
Crevier, 25, was scheduled to become a restricted free agent a… [+2101 chars]

Buffalo acquired the 6-foot-8 defenseman from Chicago in June.

NHL News

Sabres sign Crevier to 4-year extension | Buffalo Sabres - NHL.com

For the gambling degenerates, here are my Week 4 NFL picks. The team logos indicate who I think will win the game, not cover the spread. At the end of the picks, I'll note a few teams that I like bas… [+7038 chars]

Giving you the best bets for NFL Week 4 action, and the most solid survivor pool pick.

PhillyVoice.com

Week 4 NFL straight up, against the spread, and survivor pool picks - PhillyVoice

Its a good question. Its different for everybody, said Trevor Story. You work your [butt] off all year, all offseason, and you get to this point, and this is what we play for. You play to win in the … [+4411 chars]

Boston's best hitter in 2026 suggested both specific areas in which the Sox needed to improve, but also macro-level adjustments.

The Boston Globe

Following loss, Willson Contreras critical of Red Sox’ reliance on data and analytics - The Boston Globe

The Eagles have a short week heading into their Week 4 matchup against the Rams, and DC Vic Fangio spoke with reporters on Wednesday about why theyre a tough team to prepare for, and also gave some i… [+4482 chars]

The Eagles DC talks lack of turnovers and sacks, what’s happening with the secondary, and more.

Vic Fangio talks about the Eagles’ plan at safety - Bleeding Green Nation

HERTFORDSHIRE, England -- Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels said he doesn't have any concern about potentially reinjuring his dislocated left elbow once he returns to playing.
"That's… [+3420 chars]

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels said Thursday he has no concerns about reinjuring his left elbow and is "taking it day by day" on the possibility of starting against the Colts on Sunday in London.

Commanders' Jayden Daniels says he's taking injury day by day - ESPN

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NUMB to be absent from Ryan Field on-field opening pregame program, future uncertain
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. Last updat… [+4197 chars]

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. Last updated Oct. 1 at 12:00 p.m. The Northwestern University Marching Band will not perform on the field pregame for NU’s opening of the new Ryan Field against Penn State o…

Dailynorthwestern.com

NUMB to be absent from Ryan Field on-field opening pregame program, future uncertain - The Daily Northwestern

One of Seattles key offensive players is getting back on the practice field. 
Running back Zach Charbonnet has been designated to return to practice, the Seahawks announced on Thursday. 
Charbonnet… [+668 chars]

One of Seattle's key offensive players is getting back on the practice field.