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Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile servers to shut down in April 2026
Game "did not meet expectations with mobile-first players like it has with PC and console audiences," says Activision
Miami Heat star named one of NBA's most overrated players
Tyler Herro has blossomed into a star over his seven years as a member of the Miami Heat, but is he overrated? Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report seems to think so, as he recently included Herro in a list of the NBA’s most overrated players this season. While Herro is a potent scorer, his one-dimensional nature and inconsistent availability landed him on the list.
RB James Conner is Arizona Cardinals' most notable potential cut
Between age, injury and effectiveness before injury, this player has probably played his last down for the Cardinals.
The State of Video Gaming in 2026 by Matthew Ball / Epyllion
In 2025, video gaming had more revenue and cultural weight than ever. Why, then, is growth (and even revenue ) so elusive? Why are player counts retreating across much of the developed world? And why is the very idea of the “video game industry” so flawed?
K&C Sports & Entertainment Law Weekly Roundup
A suit by parents accusing a Little League Baseball organization of inadequate training of coaches and unsafe conditions for players was thrown out by a Connecticut state judge, who ruled that...
888pokies Introduces a New Digital Entertainment Platform for Online Game Enthusiasts
A fresh online entertainment destination brings interactive play, immersive design, and high-energy experiences to players across Australia. 888pokies Introduces a New Digital Entertainment Platform for Online Game Enthusiasts A fresh online entertainment destination brings interactive play, immersive design, and high-energy experiences to players across Australia. Sydney, NSW , Feb. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 888pokies has announced the launch of its new digital entertainment platform, offeri
Battlefield 6 Roadmap Has Devs 'Biting Their Nails'
Battlefield 6 developers are biting their nails on whether the new roadmap and trailer are enough to bring players back to the game.
Alum Karlie Young using sports science to impact next generation of athletes
One would be hard-pressed to find a player with a more accomplished youth soccer career than Karlie Young (née Paschall). With a long list of accolades, both individually and with […]
Alum Karlie Young using sports science to impact next generation of athletes
One would be hard-pressed to find a player with a more accomplished youth soccer career than Karlie Young (née Paschall). With a long list of accolades, both individually and with […]
On Writing a Queer Sports Romance
Professional women’s sports leagues aren’t perfect spaces, but players and fans have won enough battles and made enough strides that the sapphic WNBA romance novel I published last month, “Rooting Interest,” is more of a reflection than a fantasy.
Why did new NBA All-Star Game format work? Victor Wembanyama 'sets tone' and players 'step up'
The new All-Star Game format created a much more competitive game than in recent years
No. 2 UCLA thrashes Indiana, wins its 19th straight game
Lauren Betts and Kiki Rice led a pack of UCLA players completely overwhelming Indiana during a 92-48 at Pauley Pavilion on Sunday.
12 Of The Best Record Players For Audiophiles
Some say nothing sounds like a vinyl. There's enough interest in that theory to support a wide market of modern record players suitable for every audiophile.
'I Feel Cheated and I Want a Refund': Fans Lash Out at New PS5 God of War's Unlockable Local Multiplayer Mode
Accused of false advertising
Martin Zubimendi: Is midfielder Arsenal's best player?
After an impressive start to his Arsenal career, BBC Sport looks at whether Martin Zubimendi is the Gunners' most important player.
Gavino's Guys: 2026 NFL draft 'crushes' the Chargers might love
The Chargers have drafted two players that I've mentioned in this list over the last three years.
UNC comfortably beats Pitt despite missing key players
Several Tar Heels stepped up in the absence of some of their best players.
PFF: 5 highest-graded Bills players on defense in 2025
Here's who the five best Bills players were on defense during the 2025 NFL season, according to Pro Football Focus.
4 free agents the Panthers must re-sign in 2026
Which of their own free agents should the Panthers prioritize this offseason? Here are four players they must re-sign . . .
Four American Conference players receive 2026 NFL Combine invites
Memphis, Navy, and UTSA all send representatives to the NFL Combine in Indianapolis.
World-class player sidelined, everything going against this star
Eden Hazard, Philippe Coutinho, João Félix - the list of big names whose careers took a completely wrong turn after a transfer is long. In the heart of Spain, it could unfortunately be expanding wit...
Baylor 1B's 3-grand slam game ties NCAA record
Tyce Armstrong made history in his Baylor debut by hitting three grand slams in a 15-2 win over New Mexico State on Friday night. He became only the second college player to pull off that feat.
Freshman Cameron Boozer emerges as overwhelming Wooden Award favorite
LOS ANGELES -- Seven freshmen are on the 20-player midseason Wooden Award watchlist, but one name stands far above the rest.
Konami Confirms Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Won't Have MGS4's Metal Gear Online, But Peace Walker Multiplayer Will Return
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 will not include the version of Metal Gear Online featured with the original release of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots.
Report: Eagles add former Bill Belichick assistant to defensive coaching staff
The Eagles are adding former pro lacrosse player and Bill Belichick assistant Mike Pellegrino to their defensive coaching staff.
Reanimal gets Mostly Negative Steam reviews on launch day as PC players point out missing friend pass for co-op
PC players have already tanked the Steam rating of Reanimal, which comes from the creators of Little Nightmares - a promised feature is late.
NFL puts an end to NFLPA team report cards
NFL wins its grievance against the NFL Players Association regarding the annual team report cards.
President Trump pardons 5 former NFL players for various crimes, including Jamal Lewis, Nate Newton, Joe Klecko
Nebraska’s Young Players Waiting in the Wings
Nebraska, like almost every program outside of Dabo Swinney’s portal-resistant Clemson, is leaning heavily on the transfer portal to plug roster gaps. That’s the modern reality of college football, and it isn’t changing anytime soon. But even in the portal era, sustained success still depends on developing young talent into dependable contributors. Under Matt Rhule, […]
There's Confusion Over God of War Sons of Sparta Having Co-Op, Based on Its PlayStation Store Description
God of War Sons of Sparta is a side-scrolling spin-off listed as having 1-2 player support. The only problem? Fans can't find its two-player option.
Check out USA TODAY Sports' college baseball preseason All-American team
Here’s a look at the USA TODAY Sports college baseball Preseason All-American team and player, coach and freshman of year picks.
Megan Grant's double life: How UCLA's softball star decided to join the basketball program
Why did one of the best softball players in the country add a second sport during her senior year?
Claude’s AI Market Structure Disruption Business Leaders Must Watch
Specialized AI service firms face challenges as big players move in. Business users must consider vendor lock-in and pricing when setting AI strategy.
Letter: Inappropriate entertainment ruining Super Bowl halftime
Leave the questionable dancing to the players when they celebrate.
LeBron James becomes oldest player in NBA history to post triple-double
LeBron James is still doing this stuff at 41 years old.
Stern Pinball’s New Pokémon Pinball Machine Is Available Now
The noted pinball creator has just released a new table that lets players catch and battle Pokémon and take on Team Rocket.
Sony State of Play February 2026: Everything announced
Here's everything announced during the February 2026 Sony State of Play.
Steelers NFL Free Agency Predictions: Aaron Rodgers Back in Pittsburgh?
Here are three players from our top 100 free agents list that we think the Steelers will land this offseason.
The NBA’s yucky tanking problem, plus an American speedskating gold
The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Protect your hamate bone today. Inside: 📉 Tanking, everywhere 📧 Tisch’s Epstein emails exposed 🏅 Another packed Olympic day Tanking has always been a part of the modern NBA, because the math is too simple: forfeit a season now for a better return (an elite draft prospect) later. Elite players win championships and bring about every form of success this league has to offer. At its base, the logic is flawless. The product,...
With offseason additions in tow, Cubs hunger to take care of 'unfinished business'
MESA, Ariz. -- Jameson Taillon did his best to describe the feeling that has been permeating through the Cubs’ facility since players began arriving in Arizona. Excitement is often paired with high expectations in the early days of Spring Training, but the veteran pitcher senses a shift around Chicago’s complex.
‘Heated Rivalry’ Is Bringing New Fans to Hockey. Does the Sport Deserve Them?
Obsession over a show about two closeted hockey players has brought new fandom to the sport just ahead of the Olympics. But men's hockey's lack of support for LGBTQ+ players and fans is notable.
NBA suspends Isaiah Stewart and three others for their roles in Pistons-Hornets brawl
The same four players ejected during the Pistons' 110-104 victory at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C., were later suspended.
College football players poised for bounce-back seasons in 2026
Several former college football standouts are set up for improvement next season
The dropout crisis in youth sports
Youth sports should allow kids to be active, have fun and build friendships, but intense pressure to succeed is causing burnout.
AI power players pour cash into competitive primaries as 2026 midterms heat up
An AI-backed political group funded by top Silicon Valley figures is making its first major push into the 2026 midterm primaries, starting with a $500,000 ad blitz.
Chelsea Women in crisis: A critical exit, player confusion and the role of the men’s sporting directors
The departure of Paul Green as head of women's football is a major moment for the club, who have endured an unusually difficult season
Everything In Helldivers 2’s New Cyberstan Cyborg ‘Machinery Of Oppression’ Event
Helldivers 2 wants players to take the fight to Cyberstan to fight Cyborgs in its new invasion Machinery of Oppression event, live now. Here's what's in it.
'It kind of spiralled' - four ejected after mass brawl
Four players are ejected after a mass brawl as the Detroit Pistons beat the Charlotte Hornets 110-104 in a bad-tempered NBA fixture.
Lakers player grades: L.A. can't crack Thunder's championship defense
On Monday, the Thunder proved why they're simply on a higher level than the Lakers.
Player Grades: Cavs at Nuggets – James Harden stuns Denver
Harden helped the Cavs win another thriller.
'It's going to be an intense one': U.S-Canada in women's hockey is one of the best rivalries in sports
How is each team playing? Who are the key players in Tuesday's preliminary-round game? We break down the first meeting between the rivals at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Sony's PS5 Fighter Marvel Tokon Confirms 20 Characters at Launch, Single Player 'Episode' Mode
12 to be revealed
Players Era NIL Payments Stalled in College Sports Commission Review
What remains unclear is the extent to which these delays are attributable to Players Era, the CSC, or the schools themselves.
Embark Studios Is Encouraging Cooperation in ARC Raiders With New Shared Watch Event
Embark Studios launches ARC Raiders’ Shared Watch Event, rewarding players for cooperating against the ARC with cosmetics, tokens, and event progression.
Senate candidate Michele Morrow says NC is done electing ‘party power players’
Senate candidate Michele Morrow wants to see former Gov. Roy Cooper retire and thinks she’s the Republican to make that happen.
NFL Alumni Health Partners with Wellgistics Health to Deploy Technology to Improve Health Outcomes for Former NFL Players and Rural Communities
Wellgistics Health to leverage EinsteinRx™ AI pharmacy hub and PharmacyChain™ smart contracts to drive healthcare
As Helldivers 2 sends players in to destroy the Cyborg menace, Arrowhead details its plans for the future of the game
Helldivers 2 is sending us to the Cyborg world of Cyberstan, and game director Mikael Eriksson has discussed how Arrowhead approaches the ongoing narrative.
12 New Orleans area prep softball position players to watch heading into this season
These New Orleans area prep softball players are primed for big seasons.
NHL power rankings: One Olympian to watch from every team
The NHL is on its Olympic break, and every team is sending at least one player to the Games. Here is one Olympian to watch from every team.
Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba Departs Super Bowl LX Early
In the third quarter of Super Bowl LX, the Seahawks lost arguably their best player when Jaxon Smith-Njigba left with an injury.
STZ Player Introduces 4K and 8K Media Player Platform for Digital Entertainment
STZ Player LogoCASABLANCA, Morocco, Feb. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STZ Player, a provider of digital entertainment solutions, announces the ...
NBC Sports names former Reds player Joey Votto as commentator for 2026 MLB season
It's now official: Former Reds player Joey Votto is set to join NBC Sports as a commentator for the 2026 MLB season.
Patriots Superstar First Player To Arrive To Super Bowl LX
New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez could not wait any longer to check out the atmosphere of Super Bowl LX. Gonzalez, who made it all the way to the big game in his first trip to the postseason, was the first player to arrive to Levi’s Stadium ahead of his club’s matchup with the Seattle […]
'Overwatch' just hit its highest player base on Steam PC since launch — passing Battlefield 6 and Call of Duty
All it needed was a flying kitty. Overwatch is so back, as the kids say.
Super Bowl LX players lose thousands to California's 'jock tax' on athlete income
Players competing in Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara will face California's jock tax, which subjects players to taxes for days spent in the state preparing for or participating in games.
My father played in the NFL before it made anyone rich
The daughter of NFL Hall of Famer Tom Mack reflects on growing up with a legendary player who balanced football, work, and family.
WNBA makes housing and facilities concessions in latest CBA proposal
In the revised agreement, one bedroom apartments will be available for players making minimum salary. Developmental players would get studio apartments.
Bay Area high school sports
High School Sports in San Jose and Northern California. Varsity sports teams, football games, player profiles, coaches, and more from the Mercury News.
Julian Brandt: Record-breaking and clever
The last four of Julian Brandt's six goals this season were all opening goals. No other player in the league has scored more opening goals this season – not even Harry Kane! A total of 25 of his 76 ...
Scientists warn climate models are missing a key ocean player
Tiny marine plankton that build calcium carbonate shells play an outsized role in regulating Earth’s climate, quietly pulling carbon from the atmosphere and helping lock it away in the deep ocean. New research shows these microscopic engineers are largely missing from the climate models used to forecast our planet’s future, meaning scientists may be underestimating how the ocean responds to climate change.
WVU women handle business in 87-68 win over Arizona
West Virginia took care of business Saturday, the way a top 20 team should against a struggling foe without its best player in the lineup. That the 20th-ranked Mountaineers ran away from Arizona, 87-68, inside the Hope Coliseum wasn’t exactly what caught the eye of Arizona head coach Becky Burke. It was how the Mountaineers […]
Pep Guardiola, Liam Rosenior and the risks and rewards for football figures talking politics
Lending their voice to non-football issues is not always a straightforward decision for managers and players - it can lead to a backlash
1 player Phillies must trade before spring training
Here is one player that president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski and the Philadelphia Phillies must trade before Spring Training.
World Baseball Classic: Each MLB Team's List Of Players
Every MLB team will be represented at the World Baseball Classic. How has the most?
Highlights from Patriots SB LX 'Welcome Party' presented by TK Sports Bar
On Wednesday night the Patriots welcomed fans hosting a special Super Bowl LX 'Welcome Party' with entertainment from the band Train, appearances by Robert and Jonathan Kraft, coaches, players and more.
Phillies invite 2 intriguing players to spring training
As the Phillies craft their 2026 plans, two non-roster invitees will have an opportunity to prove themselves at spring training.
Video Damar Hamlin discusses importance of heart health
The NFL player, who suffered cardiac arrest during a 2023 game, is joined by CEO of the American Heart Association, Nancy Brown.
Game On: How Betting Became the Most Powerful Player in Sports
Koo Yul Kim, a researcher at UNC, shares insights into the marketing, impacts and future of sports betting platforms.
So the Epstein scandal is about politics? Silly me for thinking it’s about the mass abuse of women and girls
Obsessing over individual players and political chaos leaves less time to focus on the misogyny. And that’s for the best, isn’t it guys, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde
Vote For Your January 2026 Reading Player Of The Month
Which of these four players gets your vote?
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Sixers
Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 119-115 win vs. Sixers
2 Broncos players snubbed for NFL's newest award
Broncos LT Garett Bolles did not allow a single sack in 2025 and he received the best pass-blocking grade (90.8) from PFF.
Dodgers on 2026 World Baseball Classic rosters
Nine Dodgers players are representing countries in the WBC
SEC commissioner warns Bediako case threatens college sports ahead of Friday hearing
Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey warned that allowing former professional athletes to return to college competition would threaten the foundation of college sports, as a judge prepares to hear arguments Friday in the NCAA eligibility case involving Alabama basketball player Charles Bediako.
Best potential buyout candidates for Celtics after trade deadline
Which players could the Celtics pursue on the NBA's buyout market? Here are five interesting options.
Inside Will Campbell's Friday morning news recaps during team meetings
Patriots rookie Will Campbell's Friday morning newsletters have become many of the players' favorite part of the day.
GO Battle League Now Awards Championship Points: Leaderboard Challenges Explained
How GO Battle League players can earn Championship Points and qualify for the Pokémon World Championships
Penguins fourth line could have very different look vs. Sabres
The Pittsburgh Penguins could be without two key fourth-line players on Thursday night against the Buffalo Sabres.
Horizon Hunters Gathering is a three-player tactical co-op game that looks a bit like Dauntless (with a closed playtest coming soon)
Guerrilla and PlayStation have lifted the lid on Horizon Hunters Gathering, a new co-op game set for PC and PS5.
Sony Announces Horizon Hunters Gathering, Guerrilla's New Co-Op Action Game for PS5 and PC
Sony has finally announced Guerrilla’s Horizon live service multiplayer game, Horizon Hunters Gathering. It’s due out for PlayStation 5 and PC.
The Next Horizon Game Is A Colorful Three Player Co-Op Game
Horizon Hunters Gathering will launch on PS5 and PC
Preparing for your second Expedition
ARC Raiders is a multiplayer extraction adventure, set in a lethal future earth, ravaged by a mysterious mechanized threat known as ARC.
West Palm hosts global power players as city pushes for national business hub status
It wasn’t on most people’s radar, but this week, some of the world’s most influential and wealthiest business leaders gathered in West Palm Beach.
Timing of Sorensen axe 'a surprise'
The timing of Everton's decision to sack Brian Sorensen came as a surprise, just hours after the transfer deadline closed and the addition of Roma midfielder Zara Kramzar to their ranks. Supporters have grown increasingly frustrated by their performances with Sorensen seemingly still unsure on his best XI and often using players out of position.
Patriots announce first injury report following Super Bowl bye week
The New England Patriots listed five players on Wednesday's injury report, just days before Super Bowl Sunday.
NFL athletes help students celebrate new sports field in East Palo Alto
NFL player Mekhi Blackmon of the Colts and brothers Rejzohn and Nahshon Wright of the Saints and Bears, all played on the field as kids and were at the celebration. "This is where I learned to be a teammate," Bears CB and East Palo Alto native Nahshon Wright said. "This is how I learned to be selfless."
Rutgers Football Signs One Player on “Regular” National Signing Day
Rutgers concludes 2026 recruitment class
FC Köln sporting director explains plan to lead Bayern Munich loanee Felipe Chávez to the ‘level of the Bundesliga’
Köln are excited to add another player to the squad.