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THE MMQB

The Chiefs gave the reigning Super Bowl MVP an average of $14.35 million per year. Plus, a timetable on Sam Darnold’s injury and more.
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Mike Norvell’s enormous buyout at Florida State is no longer enough to keep his job safe, while others enter Week 3 with plenty at stake.
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FANTASY FOOTBALL

Tight ends we think will perform better or worse than their expected statistical range due to favorable or unfavorable matchups.
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Derrick Rose Unfiltered: NBA 2K, Kobe, Fatherhood and His Legacy
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SOCCER

Arsenal’s star center back faces no consequences for catching Chelsea’s goalkeeper in the face.
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MLB

The Orioles slugger hit his 300th career home run in dramatic fashion and earned a warm response from the fans in Queens.
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WNBA

Wilson was a surprising late scratch on Team USA’s FIBA World Cup roster, but her Aces coach had her back.
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NBA

The most important things to know from Adam Silver’s latest press conference, from how the NBA decided the Clippers’ punishment to Blazers relocation rumors.
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GOLF

Women's golf is in good hands with the USGA and Lancaster Country Club, as the two have combined to create a unique partnership that will impact generations to come.
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BETTING

Breaking down the best upset bets to place for college football Week 3 action, including Auburn to take down Florida in an SEC duel.
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PREDICTION MARKETS

The New York Yankees are favored to win the AL on Kalshi.
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SI SWIM

On Wednesday, Sept. 16, the brand revealed that the 2026 SI Swimsuit rookie will make her second consecutive appearance at the show.
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COLLEGE BASKETBALL

Koval shared a statement detailing the emotional reason why she’s leaving LSU.
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