Chargers hold on for win at Corinthians Arena in São Paulo in the potentially critical AFC West battle.

Justin Herbert passed for 318 yards and three touchdowns and reeled off a game-clinching third-down scramble as the Chargers ended a seven-game losing streak to the Chiefs.

Xavier Worthy injured his shoulder on the Chiefs' first drive of the season Friday night, and the team never found its rhythm in a 27-21 loss to the Chargers.

Micah Parsons made it through all four practices -- on a limited basis -- in his first week with the Packers and was officially listed as questionable for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Lions.

Cameron Heyward said Friday he's "preparing" when asked if he was going to play on Sunday, but he didn't commit to being on the field for the team's season opener against the Jets.

Giants star receiver Malik Nabers (back) is expected to play Sunday against the Commanders, while standout left tackle Andrew Thomas is doubtful as he continues to rehab from a Lisfranc injury dating back to last season.

The Broncos have ruled LB Dre Greenlaw and defensive tackle Malcolm Roach out for their regular-season opener against the Titans.

The Philadelphia Eagles signed veteran DE Za'Darius Smith, 32, and placed fullback Ben VanSumeren (knee) on injured reserve. Smith spent time with the Cleveland Browns and Detroit Lions last season, posting nine combined sacks, 17 quarterback hits.

49ers running back Christian McCaffrey did not practice Friday with a calf issue that popped up during Thursday's workout, but he once again made it clear he believes he will be on the field Sunday against the Seahawks.

Which teams from last season's playoffs will return? Who will be the surprises in the 14-team bracket? And who will win the Super Bowl?

Here's everything you need to know for Week 1. Which teams will win, who are the X factors and which storylines matter most?

Could Jahmyr Gibbs have a huge receiving game? Will the Bengals finally win in Week 1?

A new core group rallies around QB Josh Allen as Buffalo seeks to continue its success for years to come.

A head coach at 37 and a former QB himself, Kellen Moore aims to get New Orleans back to the postseason.

Tennessee began preparing to help acclimate Ward before even drafting him.

An ejection for spitting and a lengthy weather delay made for an unusual NFL season opener.

Are Trevor Lawrence, Bryce Young, Austin Ekeler and Jakobi Meyers being slept on opening weekend?

Mike Clay provides an all-encompassing look at matchups to exploit and avoid.

Who are the best players at every position? Our analysts give their top-fives, plus their combined overall top-10 ranking for the 2026 class.

Here's a look at the Week 1 uniforms for all 32 NFL teams, led by the Saints debuting their gold uniforms.

Kelce kept things lighthearted about his relationship and engagement to the superstar singer/songwriter.

We asked our NFL analysts and reporters to make predictions for the 2025 season. Who are their favorites to win the Super Bowl and MVP?

Which QBs could top the NFL in passing yards or INTs? Who could dominate rushing and receiving?

Here's everything you need to know ahead of the NFL regular season, including how teams rank before Week 1.

Mike Clay's reveals his top 25 predicted touchdown scorers for Week 1, comparing implied odds to ESPN BET's.

Will your team beat its projected win total? What props should you target? Here are bets we like for every team.

Dodgers or Mariners? Mets or Phillies? We rank the clubs with the most star power under control through 2027.

Astros outfielder Taylor Trammell is facing no discipline from Major League Baseball after umpires confiscated his two-color bat when New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone asked for it to be checked following a double.

Shohei Ohtani tossed 3 2/3 shutout innings Friday night in a surprise start for the Dodgers after teammate Tyler Glasnow was scratched due to back stiffness, but the slumping Dodgers lost 2-1 to the Orioles.

Angels minor leaguer Rio Foster, who plays for the High-A Tri-City Dust Devils in Pasco, Washington, was involved in a car accident early Friday morning and was in critical condition.

The Philadelphia Phillies invited a young fan to meet center fielder Harrison Bader after a home run ball dispute during their 9-3 win over the Miami Marlins on Friday night.

Yankees star Aaron Judge returned to the outfield for the first time since coming off the injured list Aug. 5 from a flexor strain in his right arm.

Bobby Witt Jr. left the game against the Minnesota Twins in the seventh inning because of low back spasms.

Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing suffered a bruised right lower leg after he fouled off a pitch and will undergo a CT scan Saturday.

Texas shortstop Corey Seager is feeling better after having an appendectomy and still hopeful of playing again this season for the playoff-chasing Rangers.

From current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule, we have everything you need to know.

Thirty years after the epic night Cal Ripken set his Ironman streak, he and others remember the magic.

Front offices are already thinking ahead to the offseason. Here are the storylines that will rule the winter.

All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

The AL's top teams are battling for the No. 1 seed while one NL contender is picking up steam at the right time as the calendar turns to September.

A look at where all 30 teams stand ahead of the final stretch -- and if their deadline deals have actually paid off.

With less than a month left to play in the regular season, here's what our experts think will happen.

From top-75 locks to vets on the bubble, Zach Kram runs down the active NBA players on the path to Springfield.

Why Melo's career will forever be known for far more than just a Hall of Fame résumé.

Dylan Harper, the No. 2 pick in this year's draft, might recover in time for the Spurs' Oct. 22 opener after having surgery to repair a partially torn collateral ligament in his left thumb.

Thunder rookie big man Thomas Sorber tore the ACL in his right knee and will miss the 2025-26 season, the team announced.

Clippers owner Steve Ballmer told ESPN that he would "want the league to investigate" if another owner and another team were accused of circumventing the NBA's salary cap, as the Clippers were in a podcast by Pablo Torre on Wednesday.

Restricted free agent Cam Thomas has opted for the qualifying offer with the Nets that gives him a full no-trade clause and sets him for unrestricted free agency next summer with at least 10 teams set to have cap space, sources told ESPN.

Defending champion Spain was eliminated from EuroBasket in the group stage when it lost to Greece, which was led by Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Mavericks forward P.J. Washington has agreed to a four-year, $90 million contract extension, per his agent, Kevin Bradbury of Lift Sports Management. The deal keeps Washington, 27, in Dallas through 2029-30.

NBA 2K26 is expanding its management modes with multiplayer capabilities.

Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including the Clippers bringing back Chris Paul.

Our NBA insiders have details on all the signings, trades and buzz for the NBA offseason.

Following a disappointing bronze medal in the 2004 Olympics, the 2008 Team USA roster was out for redemption.

The long, undistinguished final arc of Dwight Howard's career masks just how high he climbed at his peak.

Ahead of enshrinement weekend, let's take a closer look at where this year's class ranks in both leagues.

Too low on OKC? Too high on the Spurs? Tim Bontemps breaks down ESPN's Summer Forecast win predictions.

Our final Summer Forecast panel reveals its championship predictions for the conferences and the 2026 NBA Finals.

The incoming first-year class offered its take on several significant topics ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Will Matthew Tkachuk be healthy enough to play? Can Tage Thompson crack the lineup? We look at some of the biggest topics coming out of the recent orientation camp.

Ken Dryden, the Hall of Fame goaltender who helped the Canadiens win six Stanley Cup titles in the 1970s, has died at age 78.

The Montreal Canadiens traded goaltender Carey Price to the San Jose Sharks on Friday, in exchange for defenseman Gannon Laroque and a fifth-round draft pick in 2026.

Longtime NHL players Joe Pavelski, Zach Parise and Scott Gomez headline the United States Hockey Hall of Fame class of 2025. which will also include Olympic gold medal-winning women's defender Tara Mounsey and longtime photographer Bruce Bennett,

The NHL and NHLPA have agreed to expedite a playoff salary cap and changes to long-term injured reserve rules for the 2025-26 season.

Penn State University's Beaver Stadium will host its first-ever hockey game as the Nittany Lions play an outdoor doubleheader on Jan. 31, 2026, the school announced on Friday.

The expectation for Team USA, which hasn't won an Olympic gold medal in men's hockey since 1980, "is to go to Milan and win the gold medal," Jack Eichel said.

Team USA GM Bill Guerin said Wednesday that he expects Matthew Tkachuk, who is recovering from surgery, to be available for the Olympic team in February.

Who's the best No. 1 pick? What about No. 27? We analyzed every draft from 1967 to 2025 to find the answers.

EA has also revealed the first batch of Heroes and Icons coming to Hockey Ultimate Team.

Changes are coming to Hockey Ultimate team in EA NHL 26.

It's time for the 2025-26 NHL season! Check out how to watch entertaining events including Frozen Frenzy and other marquee matchups on ESPN networks now.

Gordie Howe is one of the longest-tenured players in NHL history. Learn more about the players who have logged the most seasons now.

EA Sports has revealed the top 20-rated wingers in NHL 26.

Matthew Caldwell is leaving the two-time Stanley Cup-winning Panthers to accept a 10-year deal as CEO of the NBA's Timberwolves and WNBA's Lynx, the teams announced Wednesday.

Be A Pro includes a new presentation package, core structure, and stronger emphasis on decisions.

The San Jose city council unanimously approved a deal Tuesday to commit $325 million to upgrade the Sharks' arena and keep the team in the city until 2051.