College coaches know the draftees in different ways. They were surprised by some moves and loved what the Cowboys, Jets, Cardinals and others did.

Let's stack the top names to watch on each side of the ball.

Veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor signed with the Packers and is expected to be the favorite to back up starter Jordan Love.

The Stefon Diggs assault trial began with the ex-Patriots receiver insisting he was innocent and that a violent attack against his private chef never happened.

Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. reported Monday for voluntary offseason workouts after staying home the past two weeks, a source told ESPN's Stephen Holder.

Ravens coach Jesse Minter was noncommittal about undrafted rookie Diego Pavia, saying they're looking for what he can contribute in camp.

Raiders rookie QB Fernando Mendoza says he has learned a lot over the last two days of rookie minicamp but noted he still has a long way to go when it comes to taking snaps under center.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, continuing to progress well in his rehab from knee surgery, is on track to participate in the first round of OTAs.

Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf will not face criminal charges stemming from his altercation with a fan at Ford Field during the Steelers' December game against the Detroit Lions, the Wayne County Prosecutors Office announced May 1.

Veteran defensive end Calais Campbell, who played with the Ravens from 2020 to 2022, is returning to sign a one-year deal with Baltimore, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

We're still a full year out, but let's make way-too-early predictions for every first-round pick of the 2027 NFL draft. Will Arch Manning go No. 1? Jeremiah Smith?

After paying Will Anderson, will Houston do the same with its franchise quarterback?

He had a challenging road back after an arrest in college, and McGowan wants to make the most of his NFL chance.

One week since the start of the 2026 NFL draft, what are league sources saying about all 32 classes?

Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades.

What did Jadarian Price, Bud Clark and six other Seattle picks have in common?

New York focused on bringing in bigger, more physical players in its first draft led by coach John Harbaugh. 

The Cleveland Browns quarterback took the stage at Colorado on Saturday, graduating with a sociology degree.

Running backs went early as 10 ESPN fantasy analysts made their first draft picks of the year.

Taking a closer look at some of the trends, rule changes and other takeaways from the start of Mike Repole's first season with the league.

The 2027 Super Bowl will air on ESPN for the first time in network history. Learn more information about Super Bowl LXI festivities now.

What began as a novelty promotion has evolved into a leaguewide tradition as nearly every MLB team now hosts a Star Wars-themed game.

Tigers ace and two-time defending American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal will need surgery for loose bodies in his left elbow, manager A.J. Hinch said.

John Sterling, the radio voice of the New York Yankees for parts of 36 seasons, has died. He was 87.

The Yankees optioned Anthony Volpe to Triple-A after the shortstop returned from his minor league rehab assignment.

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has gone hitless in four straight games, something that hasn't happened in four years.

The Giants, fresh off an 0-6 road trip and a three-game series vs. the Rays where they managed just two runs, are calling up prospect Bryce Eldridge.

The Braves placed right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. on the 10-day injured list with a strained left hamstring, the team announced Sunday.

Twins right-hander Joe Ryan left Sunday's start against the Blue Jays due to elbow soreness after facing just two batters.

Seattle manager Dan Wilson said the team hasn't made any decisions about whether Cal Raleigh will be put on the IL and that he is day to day.

Who is rising in every major league farm system a month into the season? Kiley McDaniel digs in.

Failing grades for playoff favorites?! We break down whether your favorite team is acing -- or flunking -- the early part of the 2026 season.

Whether New York's longtime radio voice was celebrating a win or frustrated with the team, you always knew the score.

A number of preseason playoff favorites are still struggling, while a couple of unexpected contenders continue their rise up our list.

Who's atop the majors one month into the 2026 season? We identify stars and disappointments at every position.

What stands out as the calendar turns to May? Let's break down the biggest early trends.

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

The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

Who are the favorites to win seasonlong honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.

As the Dodgers lead the way, the slumping Mets are way down the list.

The team with MLB's second-highest payroll has the worst record in the majors. Here's how New York got here.

The Bananas filled Texas A&M's football field to capacity in their game against the Texas Tailgaters.

Between crushing injuries, a burner phone scandal and inconsistency from their core, the Rockets end another season in disappointment.

Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is expected to play in Game 1 against the Spurs barring a pregame setback, sources told ESPN.

Magic president Jeff Weltman said that despite firing head coach Jamahl Mosley, he still believes in the team's core when its fully healthy.

The Mavericks have agreed to hire Masai Ujiri as their team president and alternate governor.

A more vocal and animated Jarrett Allen scored 22 points and pulled down 19 rebounds, in leading the Cavaliers to a 114-102 win over the Raptors in Game 7 of their first-round series Sunday night.

The top-seeded Pistons routed the Magic in Sunday's Game 7 to complete a comeback from a 3-1 series deficit and win a playoff series for the first time in 18 years.

Jaylen Brown, appearing on his Twitch stream Sunday, took issue with the officiating against him during the Celtics-76ers series, as well as with Joel Embiid, whom he accused of the type of flopping that has "ruined our game."

Celtics star Jayson Tatum said it was "unfortunate timing" that he was forced to watch Game 7 against the 76ers from the bench in street clothes.

Joel Embiid pleaded with 76ers fans to not sell their tickets to Knicks fans ahead of the rivals' playoff series.

Summer is here for 20 NBA franchises. What lies ahead for the Celtics, Hawks, Blazers, Warriors and every eliminated team?

Bench depth? KAT on the attack? ESPN analyst Zach Kram breaks down the NBA's first round, and explores its impact on the rest of the playoffs and offseason.

Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions heading into the second round of the NBA playoffs.

NBA experts pick which teams will win the second round and claim a spot in the East and West conference finals.

Here's the latest news and reactions from our NBA insiders, including the latest on Kevin Durant's lingering ankle injury.

The Knicks are 19-1 to win the NBA championship after their lopsided series-clinching win over Atlanta.

As the 2026 NBA draft lottery approaches -- it's Sunday, May 10, on ABC -- we have an updated mock draft of all 60 picks.

Our draft lottery simulator allows users to model the 14-team field and play out the lottery.

Who will be selected early in the draft in June? Here's an updated list of the top 32 players available.

Coach John Tortorella confirmed on Monday that Vegas Golden Knights center William Karlsson will return for Game 1 of the team's Western Conference quarterfinal series against the Anaheim Ducks after missing nearly six months with a lower-body injury.

New Leafs president of hockey operations John Chayka discusses his checkered past and vision for the future of the team.

Alex Newhook and Nick Suzuki scored, and the Montreal Canadiens, despite posting just nine shots on net, defeated the Lightning 2-1 in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals Sunday night, a fourth straight Round 1 exit for Tampa Bay.

In just the 10th playoff game in NHL history with at least 15 combined goals, the Colorado Avalanche overcame blowing a three-goal lead to defeat the short-handed Minnesota Wild 9-6 on Sunday in a wacky Game 1 of this Western Conference semifinal series.

Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog, and Jets forward Jonathan Toews are finalists for the 2026 Bill Masterton Trophy.

Joel Eriksson Ek and Jonas Brodin, who both missed Game 1 on Sunday night, when the Minnesota Wild lost to the Colorado Avalanche 9-6 in the Western Conference semifinals, will also miss Game 2 because of lower-body injuries.

Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch revealed on Saturday that captain Connor McDavid played through a fracture in the foot and ankle area during his team's six-game loss to the Anaheim Ducks in the first round of the Western Conference quarterfinals.

Boston defenseman Charlie McAvoy has been offered an in-person hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety for slashing Buffalo's Zach Benson in Game 6 Friday, meaning the Bruins veteran could be suspended for six or more games to start next season.

We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.

Which trends from Round 1 -- both good and bad -- will continue? Here's the key consideration for all eight clubs.

Here's what to watch in Monday's two games. Plus, a recap and highlights from Sunday's games and more.

With Round 2 now underway, here are the biggest takeaways from the first two-plus weeks of the postseason.