Sports news summaries — Page 41
Essential facts and source links for recent sports stories.
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Week 4 CFP forecast picks Texas to beat Notre Dame for title
SB Nation’s Week 4 College Football Playoff forecast seeds Texas, Georgia, Notre Dame and Ole Miss in the top four and predicts Texas to beat Notre Dame for the national title. Its 12-team bracket also includes Boise State, BYU, USC and LSU. -
Himon's three touchdown catches fuel Northwestern's 41-7 win over Colorado
Northwestern beat Colorado 41-7 at home Saturday, converting a fumble and an interception into early scoring chances. Quarterback Chiles scored twice on runs, while Joseph Himon II caught three touchdown passes for 46 yards in the Wildcats’ dominant win. -
Jesus Luzardo’s shoulder health could shape the Phillies’ postseason run
The Phillies’ postseason magic number is two; a deep playoff run may hinge on Jesus Luzardo, questionable with shoulder inflammation. A rival MLB executive told ESPN’s Alden Gonzalez Philadelphia would be his pick among October contenders if Luzardo is healthy. -
Week 3 NFL primetime slate: kickoff times and TV services
Week 3’s primetime slate (all times ET): Falcons at Packers Thursday, Sept. 24, at 8:15 p.m. on Amazon Prime Video; Rams at Broncos Sunday, Sept. 27, at 8:20 p.m. on NBC/Peacock; and Eagles at Bears Monday, Sept. 28, at 8:15 p.m. on ESPN/ABC/ESPN Unlimited. -
Trump’s movements could interrupt communications at Texas-Tennessee game
Nearly 102,000 fans are expected at Saturday’s No. 1 Texas–No. 14 Tennessee game. Texas coach Steve Sarkisian says President Donald Trump’s movements in the stadium could briefly cut coach and coach-to-player headset communications for both teams without warning. -
Yankees’ World Series hopes hinge on Aaron Judge’s availability, MLB exec says
An MLB executive quoted by ESPN’s Jorge Castillo said the Yankees have “no chance” of reaching the World Series without Aaron Judge, whose calf issue leaves his availability uncertain for a likely Wild Card series against Boston. -
Portugal hosts Wales in Nations League opener, airing on FOX Soccer Plus
Portugal hosts Wales in the UEFA Nations League on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, at 2:45 p.m. EDT. FOX Soccer Plus will televise the match, and Fubo will stream it. New Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has named Cristiano Ronaldo captain. -
Deco says Gabriel Jesus fit Barcelona’s plan after Álvarez bid failed
Barcelona’s summer offer for Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez failed after Atlético said it would not sell, and Deco indicated the club had moved on. He described Gabriel Jesus, initially not in Barcelona’s plans, as fitting the same mobile No. 9 profile. -
White Sox visit Royals with a playoff spot on the line
The White Sox (81-77) are set to visit the Royals (68-90) in a game the preview says has a playoff spot on the line. David Sandlin is listed as the White Sox starter, while Randy Dobnak (3-4, 3.08 ERA) is set to start for the Royals; first pitch is at 1:10 p.m. CT. -
Mets and Rangers set their lineups for Thursday’s game
The Mets and Rangers are scheduled to play Thursday, Sept. 24, at 1:35 p.m. CDT. Left-hander Zac Thornton is listed to start for New York against Texas right-hander Kumar Rocker; the broadcast is listed as 105.3 The Fan and Rangers Sports Network. -
Ian Rapaport: Zay Flowers unlikely to play against Cowboys
Ravens receiver Zay Flowers, dealing with a hamstring injury, was not suited up for Baltimore’s final practice before facing Dallas in Brazil. NFL Network’s Ian Rapaport reported he is unlikely to play this week, with a Week 4 return more likely. -
Writer projects Ohio State to beat Illinois 45-13 in Big Ten opener
Ohio State is picked to beat Illinois 45-13 in its Big Ten opener and is favored by 27.5 points. The writer cites short-yardage, receiving and pass-rush issues but still sees Ohio State as a national-title contender. Illinois is 2-1; kickoff is listed for noon ET on FOX. -
Fred Warner says 49ers are still learning a new run-defense system
Warner said the 49ers’ run defense is still learning a new system. Through two games, San Francisco ranked 17th in run success rate and 12th in EPA per rush, but allowed just three carries of 10-plus yards, tied for second-fewest in the NFL. -
Ter Stegen says Bayern’s Urbig has room to develop behind Neuer
Marc-André ter Stegen says Jonas Urbig is not yet Bayern Munich’s No. 1 because Manuel Neuer remains there, but the young goalkeeper is in a strong position to develop. He called Neuer a role model and said Urbig is not under maximum pressure. -
UTSA faces Colorado State as Rams QB Hauss Hejny's status remains unclear
UTSA (2-1) hosts Colorado State (2-1) Saturday at noon ET on ESPNU, with Rams quarterback Hauss Hejny's availability uncertain after a hamstring injury. The preview expects a close game at the Alamodome and picks the Roadrunners to win 31-28. -
Cowboys’ line faces Ravens pressure, with the run game a possible opening
Dallas’ offensive line faces Baltimore’s fifth-ranked pressure rate (43.8% of dropbacks) in Brazil. A preview singles out right tackle Terence Steele and recommends testing the Ravens’ run defense with carries and quick passes. -
The Dodgers may find their easiest 2026 playoff matchup in the World Series
A major league GM told ESPN’s Jeff Passan he would take every 2026 NL playoff team over every AL playoff team. The Sporting News argues the Dodgers could find their easiest 2026 postseason matchup in the World Series—if they reach it for a third straight year. -
Jorge Jesus confirms Cristiano Ronaldo will start against Wales
Portugal coach Jorge Jesus confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo will start against Wales in tonight’s UEFA Nations League opener, his first competitive match in charge. The match launches Portugal’s title defense in Lisbon, with kickoff scheduled for 2:45 p.m. ET. -
Andrei Kuzmenko returns to Moscow after father's fatal bear attack in Siberia
Andrei Kuzmenko has returned to Moscow and will be away from the Penguins after his father, Alexander, 62, died in a bear attack while fishing in southern Siberia. The team confirmed the attack; Sport24 reported Alexander was airlifted to a hospital. -
Melton and Lopez miss practice in Cardinals’ first weekly injury report
The Arizona Cardinals’ first injury report of the week has defensive starters Max Melton and Roy Lopez not practicing: Melton has a toe injury, while Lopez’s groin injury is still lingering from last week. Froholdt also appeared with a knee issue. -
Andrei Kuzmenko to return to Moscow after father’s death in reported Siberian bear attack
The Penguins announced Thursday that Alexander Kuzmenko, father of forward Andrei, had died; Russian outlet Sport 24 reported a bear attacked his fishing party in Siberia and bit him in the face. Andrei will return to Moscow to be with family. -
Josh Heupel takes an 8-5 record against Texas into his first matchup as a head coach
Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel is 8-5 against Texas across his playing and assistant-coaching career at Oklahoma. Saturday’s matchup will be his first against the Longhorns since 2014 and his first as a head coach. -
Arizona State hockey coach declines questions on Matthew Mayich's collapse
Arizona State hockey coach Greg Powers declined to answer questions about Matthew Mayich, who collapsed during an outdoor workout on Aug. 20 and was left on life support. Mayich’s attorney told ESPN he suffered exertional heat stroke and had “zero chance” of recovery.
