Jun 27, 2024, 01:56 PM ET RALEIGH, N.C. — The Carolina Hurricanes said the governing body for PNC Arena has approved a development agreement to create a long-discussed mixed-use district around the arena including entertainment, retail and office space, a music venue, apartments and a hotel. In a statement on Thursday, the Hurricanes also said the Centennial Authority officially approved …

Getty While he probably loves football, Sauce Gardner recently admitted that he is addicted to golf. While he said that he only started playing two weeks ago, the New York Jets All-Pro cornerback is already having success on the golf course.  Gardner, who doesn’t take lessons and said his technique comes from watching the PGA Tour’s YouTube channel (as well as …

While the Oregon Ducks have been known for their high-flying offenses over the years, one thing that Dan Lanning has made sure of during his time in Eugene is that the Ducks would be known for their defense as well. The former national championship-winning defensive coordinator has done a great job of building up Oregon’s defense in the past couple …

Ben Arthur AFC South Reporter The latest quarterback to join the $50 million per year club, Trevor Lawrence bears the brunt of expectations that face the Jaguars in 2024. But it’s actually the other side of the ball that will lead Jacksonville this season.  The defensive line is the team’s biggest strength. Its play will be a major factor in …

Prince Harry is being honored at the ESPYs with the Pat Tillman Award for Service for his work with the Invictus Games Foundation, which helps injured, wounded, and sick servicepeople around the world through sports. (Photo by Emmanuel Osodi/Anadolu via Getty Images) July is just around the corner, which means it’s almost ESPYs time. ESPN’s fan-voted awards show honors current …

There has been a lot of talk recently on the topic of the most difficult college football stadiums to play in following the announcement of the EA Sports College Football 25‘s venue rankings earlier this week. In that release, the University of Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, known also simply as the Swamp, was listed at No. 10, giving the …

USATSI It’s a new era for the Chicago Bears heading into 2024. This boost of optimism surrounding the franchise is spearheaded by the club’s two first-round draft picks, quarterback Caleb Williams and wide receiver Rome Odunze. While the weight of the organization will fall primarily on Williams, Odunze is expected to be an impact player right out of the shoot. …

The Los Angeles Chargers offense saw some changes this offseason, including the loss of wide receiver Keenan Allen via trade and running back Austin Ekeler going elsewhere in free agency. One reason Ekeler wanted to find a new home is because his vision for how he wants to play did not line up with what the Chargers wanted from him. …

Getty Images EA Sports unveiled its top-rated offenses for the upcoming “College Football 25” video game with a list sure that is sure to spark debate among college football fans. Topping the chart is Georgia’s unit — led by quarterback Carson Beck — that came in with a 94 rating. Also scoring a 94 is the Oregon offense that will …

Ryan S. Clark, NHL reporterJun 27, 2024, 12:48 PM ET CloseRyan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN. Ken Holland’s time as the general manager for the Edmonton Oilers is over. Three days after losing Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Oilers confirmed the long-standing belief that they would not renew the Hall of Fame executive’s contract, …

We’ve finally made it to the Shuffle Up series for the new fantasy football draft season. The dollar values you’ll see below are unscientific in nature but reflect how I see the clusters of talent at the tight end position. Use these tiers however you like. The other main positions (quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers) will be shuffled in the …

OXFORD — Ole Miss football took a step toward replenishing its 2025 recruiting class with the addition of defensive lineman Corey Adams Jr. Adams, who plays his high school football for Edna Karr in New Orleans, is rated by the 247Sports Composite as a three-star prospect. He is the No. 737 ranked overall player in the cycle, the No. 76 …

The Miami Dolphins’ most critical outstanding financial matter is a resolution with Tua Tagovailoa’s contract. The Pro Bowl quarterback is in a contract year. However, there is another financial issue that should be addressed before the 2024 regular season starts. It’s Tyreek Hill’s contract situation. Hill reportedly has been looking for a new contract since the 2023 season ended.  The …

Getty Images The 2024 NFL season will include an entirely new kickoff format, which resembles what the XFL utilized. The kicker will be by himself at his own 35-yard line, and is required to kick the ball into the landing zone, which begins at the opposite 20-yard line, while every other player lines up between the opposing 40-yard line, and …

It didn’t take long for three-star athlete Julien Horton to make a decision after his commitment. And he’s now a Tar Heel. Horton de-committed from Maryland on Sunday after visiting North Carolina, signaling that a commitment could be looming. On Thursday, Horton officially made the flip as he committed to North Carolina, giving Mack Brown and his staff another commitment …