KEY POINT CLEVELAND — Jim Schwartz has resigned as defensive coordinator of the Cleveland Browns, stepping away from the role with the stated expectation that he will not coach anywhere during the 2026 NFL season, according to NFL Network. The move ends weeks of uncertainty surrounding Schwartz’s future and closes the door, at least temporarily, … Read more
KEY POINT Sonny Jurgensen, a Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback whose powerful and precise passing helped redefine the NFL’s aerial game during the nineteen sixties with the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington, has died at age ninety one, his family announced Friday through the Washington Commanders. Jurgensen’s death marks the passing of a central figure … Read more
KEY POINT Freestyle skier Eileen Gu has emerged as one of the highest paid female athletes in the world, according to Forbes’ 2025 rankings, underscoring how commercial endorsements are reshaping women’s sports economics even as pay disparities persist across disciplines. The latest Forbes ranking of the world’s highest paid female athletes places Gu fourth overall, … Read more
KEY POINT DALLAS/WASHINGTON, Feb. 5, 2026 — The Dallas Mavericks and Washington Wizards completed a major National Basketball Association trade Wednesday, sending star big man Anthony Davis from Dallas to Washington in a multi-player and draft pick exchange that reshapes both franchises’ rosters. According to ESPN reporter Shams Charania, the Mavericks will receive forward Khris … Read more
KEY POINT MILAN/VERONA, Italy — The 2026 Winter Olympics officially open Feb. 6 at Milan’s San Siro Stadium, marking the start of more than two weeks of competition across northern Italy. The Closing Ceremony will take place Feb. 22 at Verona’s historic Roman Arena, highlighting the country’s cultural heritage and geographic diversity. Officials say the … Read more
KEY POINT The NBA trade market shifted sharply this week after the Memphis Grizzlies agreed to send All Star forward Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Utah Jazz in exchange for multiple role players and three first round draft picks, according to league officials familiar with the deal. The move, finalized ahead of the trade deadline, … Read more
KEY POINT Experienced leadership: Nagy has prior experience as both NFL head coach and offensive coordinator. Quarterback development: He will mentor second year quarterback Jaxson Dart and oversee the offensive scheme. Staff completion: His hiring completes Harbaugh’s primary coaching team, pairing with Dennard Wilson on defense. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New York Giants have … Read more
KEY POINT KANSAS CITY, Missouri — Feb. 2, 2026 — Former Maryland and Texas A&M men’s basketball coach Mark Turgeon has been officially hired as the head coach of the University of Missouri Kansas City Roos, the school announced Sunday. Turgeon, 61, has signed a five-year contract to lead the Summit League program, succeeding Marvin … Read more
KEY POINT MELBOURNE, Australia — Carlos Alcaraz recovered from a slow start to level the Australian Open men’s final against Novak Djokovic on Sunday night, winning the second set to draw even as both players chased major milestones in one of the most consequential matches of the tennis season. The Australian Open men’s final unfolded … Read more
KEY POINT LAWRENCE, Kan. (Jan. 31, 2026) — No. 14 Kansas will host No. 13 Brigham Young University on Saturday in a high stakes Big 12 men’s basketball matchup as potential top NBA draft picks Darryn Peterson of Kansas and A.J. Dybantsa of BYU square off. Tipoff at Allen Fieldhouse is set for 4:30 p.m. Eastern time. The Jayhawks … Read more
