Why the Lakers' success depends on Deandre Ayton -- and vice versa - ESPN
ON THE LAUNDRY list of errors that doomed the Los Angeles Lakers in Tuesday's gut-wrenching loss to the Orlando Magic, Deandre Ayton's play wasn't one of them.
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What is the WWE Elimination Chamber? Format, history, stats - ESPN
The next WWE PLE on ESPN — and the final one before WrestleMania 42 — is the Elimination Chamber on Feb. 28. Storyline progression and the results of this show will go a long way in shaping the WrestleMania 2026 card.
Sources: Cowboys to place franchise tag on WR George Pickens - ESPN
FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys will do what has been expected on Friday, placing the franchise tag on wide receiver George Pickens to secure his rights at least through 2026, sources told ESPN.
Source: Bills re-signing core special teamer Sam Franklin Jr. - ESPN
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Bills are re-signing special teams player and safety Sam Franklin Jr. to a three-year deal, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
QB Mendoza meets with Raiders, loves idea of Brady as mentor - ESPN
INDIANAPOLIS — Presumptive No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza is eager at the prospect of being mentored by future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady.
2026 NFL combine: Top draft prospects, best workouts, risers - ESPN
INDIANAPOLIS — Individual drills for prospects in the 2026 NFL draft started Thursday, with defensive linemen and linebackers taking the field. Defensive backs and tight ends will be next Friday, followed by quarterback, running back and wide receiver prospects Saturday. Offensive linemen will finish the combine with on-field workouts Sunday.
2026 NFL trade grades: Jermaine Johnson, T'Vondre Sweat - ESPN
NFL free agency begins March 9 with the legal negotiating window, but the action has already started. The Jets and Titans made the first big move of the offseason, with New York sending edge rusher Jermaine Johnson to Tennessee for defensive tackle T'Vondre Sweat.
Cognizant Classic 2026: How to watch, PGA schedule on ESPN - ESPN
The PGA Tour heads to Florida this week for the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches at PGA National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens. Defending champion Joe Highsmith looks to become the first golfer to win back-to-back titles at the event since Jack Nicklaus in 1977-78. Highsmith finished at 19 under last year and won by two strokes over J.J. Spaun and Jacob Bridgeman.