NFL preseason Week 1 takeaways: Mendoza debuts for Raiders; Allar shines for Steelers
The NFL preseason is underway! How did rookies and players in new places perform in their debuts?
Wisconsin teams
Rookie Drew Allar has 2 TD passes, 1 TD run as Steelers beat Packers 28-9 in preseason opener
— Mike McCarthy loves playing the role of teacher during what he calls “Quarterback School,” shorthand for his highly detailed process of teaching young signal callers the finer points of their position.
Drew Allar shines with 3 TDs in Steelers' preseason debut (0:41)
Hour 1: Is this Heaven?
Ian and Zaslow jump into a full slate of preseason NFL games and why you should be watching. We also turn our attention to Iowa as MLB returns to the Field of Dreams game! We also chat with Mark Tauscher, Packers Hall of Famer, about the Packers upcoming season. Plus, why is Jayden Daniels cutting ties with LSU? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brewers' Turang sits; knee MRI to get second look
The Brewers were missing a key piece to their lineup, second baseman Brice Turang, for Thursday night's series opener against Dodgers.
Grades for every free agent signing, extension: Beal, Brooks, Draymond and more
We're grading the biggest free agent signings and extensions, including Bradley Beal's new deal with the Clippers.
NBA schedule release: 76ers, Knicks and Bulls lead top reveals
With the 2026-27 NBA schedule dropping Thursday, teams creatively shared their respective games for the new campaign.
NBA schedule 2026-27: Opening night, Christmas and must-see games
Following the NBA's schedule release, our insiders break down the biggest games to watch for the 2026-27 season.
Buzz, news and more from Packers training camp: Top risers, biggest questions
Catch up on our daily updates from Packers training camp, including intel on QBs, position battles and potential breakouts.
Hour 2: Love & LeFleur
Who is dealing with more pressure heading in to this season: Jordan Love or Matt LeFleur? ESPN NFL Analyst Damien Woody joins to talk about that and more. Then, the crew talks about how much longer some QB's will continue to get a pass for not getting it done. Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ben Johnson is making some bold claims for what he wants his team to look like. Will they be able to live up to it? Who is dealing with more pressure heading in to this season: Jordan Love or Matt LeFleur? ESPN NFL Analyst Damien Woody joins to talk about that and more. Plus, we're all still waiting to see Michelle's first pitch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Big Ten preview: Is it Oregon's turn for a national title?
The Ducks look to continue an amazing trend, but Ohio State, Indiana, USC and others stand in the way.
MLB Power Rankings: We have a new No. 1!
For the first time in nearly two months, the Dodgers aren't the top team in baseball.
MLB Rank 2026 in-season update: Ranking baseball's top 50 players
We asked ESPN MLB experts for their updated top 50 to take stock of the best performances as the 2026 regular season begins to wind down.
Big Ten betting preview: How to bet Oregon, Ohio State, Indiana and more
Breaking down the best bets in the Big Ten ahead of the 2026 season, including why Oregon is a better bet than Ohio State to win the conference.
Orlovsky's annual QB trait rankings: Which NFL passers make the top 10 in seven different skills?
Does Josh Allen have the league's strongest arm? Is Lamar Jackson still the most unstoppable QB rusher? And where does Caleb Williams stand among the best improvisers?
Rivers reflects on support in HOF speech prep
Doc Rivers wound up learning during the trial-and-error process of speechwriting that the words he will say in entering the Hall of Fame aren't going to be about him.
Is rookie Brandon Cisse -- not Keisean Nixon -- a lock to start at CB for Packers?
Keisean Nixon entered camp as the presumptive starter on the left side, but second-rounder Brandon Cisse has shined.
2026 MLB ABS challenge system tracker: Team, player rankings
The ABS challenge system leaderboard ranks batters, catchers, teams and umpires throughout the MLB season.
Padres win 4-3 in 11 innings to sweep MLB-leading Brewers
— Jackson Merrill hit a tying sacrifice fly in the 11th inning and Luis Campusano followed with a two-out single to bring in Sun-Mung Song from second base as the San Diego Padres beat the MLB-leading Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 on Wednesday for a...
Milwaukee Brewers vs. San Diego Padres: Game Highlights (1:14)
Rodgers on Lambeau return: 'Has to be an invite'
Aaron Rodgers says he had hoped the Steelers' preseason opener against the Packers would be played in Green Bay and discussed the possibility of a post-retirement return to be honored at Lambeau Field.
NBA Cup 2026: Schedule, format, groups, updates and more
The league has revealed the group stage schedule for the 2026 NBA Cup. Here's everything you need to know about the fourth annual in-season tournament.
The Mina Kimes Show: Murray Up and Wait: NFC North Preview
Mina Kimes is joined by Carmen Vitali to break down the NFC North ahead of the 2026 NFL season, starting with the breaking news that Kyler Murray has been named the Vikings’ QB1. Mina and Carmen discuss what the move means for Minnesota before diving into the Packers, Lions and Bears, examining what each team does well, where they could struggle, and the biggest questions they’ll have to answer this season. To wrap things up, they rank the division from first to fourth and make their picks for who takes home the NFC North crown. (0:00) NFC North Preview (1:10) Kyler Murray named Vikings QB1 (5:46 ) Vikings offense (15:56) Vikings defense (24:25) Lions offense (33:15) Lions defense (40:58) Bears offense (53:12) Bears defense (59:10) Packers offense (1:08:38) Packers defense (1:13:45) Ranking NFC North Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Murray Up and Wait: NFC North Preview
Mina Kimes is joined by Carmen Vitali to break down the NFC North ahead of the 2026 NFL season, starting with the breaking news that Kyler Murray has been named the Vikings’ QB1. Mina and Carmen discuss what the move means for Minnesota before diving into the Packers, Lions and Bears, examining what each team does well, where they could struggle, and the biggest questions they’ll have to answer this season. To wrap things up, they rank the division from first to fourth and make their picks for who takes home the NFC North crown. (0:00) NFC North Preview (1:10) Kyler Murray named Vikings QB1 (5:46 ) Vikings offense (15:56) Vikings defense (24:25) Lions offense (33:15) Lions defense (40:58) Bears offense (53:12) Bears defense (59:10) Packers offense (1:08:38) Packers defense (1:13:45) Ranking NFC North Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
