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Week 2 dramatically altered the college football scene. Just a week after teams started establishing their credentials, several contenders either made significant impacts or saw their seasons take an unforeseen direction. Texas rallied against Ohio State, Oklahoma was defeated by Michigan, and Oklahoma State surprised Oregon in Stillwater. ESPN With significant victories, tough losses, and numerous teams asserting their positions, here is the current Too Reckless Top 25 as we

College football is officially back, and the opening weekend wasted no time shaking up the national picture. From statement wins by the teams at the top to unexpected struggles from ranked contenders, the first week has already given fans plenty to argue about. Sports Illustrated With conference races beginning to take shape and the College Football Playoff sitting in the distance, it’s time to take a fresh look at the country’s best after week 1. Here is the Too Recklss Top

When Russell Sandefer walked onto the campus of St. Leo University as a freshman, there wasn't much to suggest he would one day hear his name called in the MLB Draft. SEC He wasn't the biggest player. He wasn't the most highly recruited. In fact, Sandefer remembers entering high school at barely 5-foot-2 and around 100 pounds, calling himself "probably the worst player on the team." Instead of letting that define him, it became the fuel that shaped his career. "I kind of took

The 2026 MLB Trade Deadline provided fans with everything they desired: major trades, playoff pursuits, rebuilding strategies, and a franchise that once again demonstrated its readiness to outspend and outmaneuver all others. By the time the deadline concluded on Monday at 6 p.m. ET, nearly every team had clarified its goals. Some teams fully committed to the October playoffs, while others redirected their attention to the future. MLB American League East Baltimore Orioles: T

For decades, four years of college eligibility has been the standard in college athletics. But as the landscape of college sports continues to evolve with NIL, the transfer portal, and changing academic paths, it's time to reconsider that standard. Giving every student-athlete a fifth year of eligibility would benefit athletes, schools, and fans alike. CBS Sports Many college athletes don't follow a traditional four-year path anymore. Some change majors, pursue graduate degre

LeBron James is officially heading to Philadelphia. DeHave James has agreed to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8 million contract that includes a player option, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move ends weeks of speculation surrounding James and gives Philadelphia another superstar as it prepares to chase an NBA championship. The move also officially ends James’ time with the Los Angeles Lakers. James spent eight seasons in Los Angeles and helped lead

The Seattle Seahawks are getting the Hard Knocks treatment for the first time, and they will enter the spotlight as defending Super Bowl champions. Hard Knocks HBO and NFL Films announced that Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Seattle Seahawks will premiere Aug. 4 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and HBO Max. The series will feature five episodes, with a new episode airing each Tuesday through Sept. 1. The cameras will take fans behind the scenes at Seattle’s training camp in Renton,

Patrick Kane is officially heading back to where it all started. USA Today The Chicago Blackhawks have signed Kane to a two-year, $16 million contract, bringing one of the greatest players in franchise history back to Chicago. The deal carries an $8 million annual cap hit and includes a full no-movement clause. Kane returning to Chicago is a full-circle moment. The Blackhawks selected him with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2007 NHL Draft, and he quickly became one of the face

Derrick Rose is back on the cover of NBA 2K. 2K The Chicago Bulls legend has officially been named one of the cover athletes for NBA 2K27, appearing on the limited-time Ultra Edition of the game. Rose joins San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama and Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark as this year’s three cover athletes. For Rose, the cover is another way to celebrate a career that made him one of the most exciting point guards of his generation. The Chicago native was select

Kylian Mbappé is officially back on the cover of EA Sports FC. EA Sports EA Sports revealed the Real Madrid superstar as the cover athlete for EA Sports FC 27’s Ultimate Edition, bringing Mbappé back to the front of the popular soccer video game franchise after a four-year absence. Mbappé previously became one of the most recognizable faces of EA’s soccer games during the FIFA era. His return for FC 27 marks his first time as the main cover star since the series changed its n

Spain is back on top of the soccer world. Yahoo Sports Spain defeated defending champion Argentina 1-0 in extra time Sunday to capture the 2026 FIFA World Cup, winning the country's second World Cup title and its first since 2010. The highly anticipated matchup between two of soccer's biggest powers remained scoreless through regulation. Spain controlled much of the match but struggled to turn its opportunities into goals as Argentina's defense and goalkeeper Emiliano Martíne

The Philadelphia Flyers are keeping one of their biggest stars around for the future. According to ESPN, the team has agreed to a four-year contract extension with forward Trevor Zegras. Yahoo Sports The new deal keeps Zegras in Philadelphia after he was acquired from the Anaheim Ducks last offseason. Since joining the Flyers, the 25-year-old has become a key part of the team's offense with his playmaking ability, creativity, and highlight-reel goals. By signing Zegras before

The NBA has opened an investigation into the Milwaukee Bucks' new contract with guard Gary Trent Jr. over concerns of a possible salary cap violation. USA Today According to multiple reports, the league is reviewing Trent's recently agreed-upon four-year, $64 million contract to determine whether it violates the NBA's collective bargaining agreement. League officials are looking into the possibility of an improper prearranged agreement, often referred to as a "handshake deal

The American League continued its recent dominance by defeating the National League 4-0 in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. The AL jumped ahead with a three-run first inning, highlighted by a two-run single from Cody Bellinger and an RBI hit from Ben Rice. MLB Bellinger was named All-Star Game MVP after driving in two runs in his return to the Midsummer Classic. The AL pitching staff was dominant, combining for a three-hit shutout while striki

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Jordan McLaughlin has agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million contract to return to the Spurs. The deal gives San Antonio another experienced point guard off the bench. Yahoo Sports McLaughlin played in 44 games for the Spurs last season after joining the team in the trade that also brought De'Aaron Fox to San Antonio. Even though he didn't play big minutes, he gave the team solid defense, smart passing, and reliable shooting when called on. He

The cleats Shohei Ohtani wore during the first game of the 2025 MLB Tokyo Series are now up for auction. ESPN Ohtani wore the cleats when the Los Angeles Dodgers played the Chicago Cubs in Tokyo on March 18, 2025. In that game, he went 2-for-5 with a double as the Dodgers won 4-1. The cleats are signed with Ohtani's rare Kanji signature and even have his dog, Decoy, pictured on the heels. The auction is being held by The Realest and will run through Aug. 16. Ohtani collectibl

The blockbuster trade sending Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers back to the Toronto Raptors has been put on hold while the NBA completes its investigation into the Clippers. NBA The Raptors announced Thursday that the deal will not become official until the league finishes its probe into allegations that the Clippers may have violated salary cap rules. The NBA's investigation centers on claims that Leonard received a lucrative endorsement agreement through the now-b

The Utah Jazz are bringing back veteran center Mo Bamba on a two-year contract after his brief stint with the team late last season. Clutch Points According to reports, the deal includes a partially guaranteed first season and a team option for the second year, giving Utah flexibility while adding experienced frontcourt depth. Bamba initially joined the Jazz on a pair of 10-day contracts during the 2025-26 season, appearing in two games before being released due to illness. T

The Washington Wizards and Utah Jazz will open the 2026 NBA Summer League in one of the most anticipated matchups of the event, as the top two picks in the 2026 NBA Draft face off for the first time. Salt Lake Tribune Washington's No. 1 overall pick, AJ Dybantsa, headlines the Wizards' Summer League roster and will make his highly anticipated debut against Utah's No. 2 overall selection, Darryn Peterson. The game tips off Thursday night in Las Vegas and is expected to be one

Three-time NBA All-Star Khris Middleton is heading back to the Washington Wizards after agreeing to a three-year, $17.6 million sign-and-trade contract as part of a massive six-team deal, according to ESPN. NY Times The trade sends Middleton from the Dallas Mavericks back to Washington, where he spent part of the past two seasons after being dealt by the Milwaukee Bucks. The 34-year-old veteran is expected to provide leadership and experience for a Wizards team that continues