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SEC draws rule to stop NFL, NBA, WNBA players from returning - ESPN

The SEC joined the Big Ten on Tuesday in its unanimous opposition to athletes leaving the NFL and returning to college teams, swiftly passing a new conference rule that gives commissioner Greg Sankey full authority to enforce it «with penalties.»

Patrick Mahomes feeling 'great,' on track to start Week 1 - ESPN

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes believes he is on track to be the team's starter for Week 1, when Kansas City hosts the Denver Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium on Sept. 14 for «Monday Night Football.»

Kiffin: Conferences using double standard with court orders - ESPN

Lane Kiffin isn't apologizing for LSU's decision to recruit tight end Dae'Quan Wright to its roster after Wright spent the past few months with the NFL's Cleveland Browns. In fact, he's pointing the finger back at the SEC and Big Ten for a moralistic double standard.

Al-Nassr stage stellar comeback in battle of Aussie managers

RIYADH: Few could have been blamed for having concerns ahead of Al-Nassr's clash at Al-Ettifaq on Matchday 3 of the Saudi Pro League. After all, Al-Nassr have only won twice in Dammam in their last seven meetings — their 2-2 draw last season marking the first time they dropped points that campaign, sparking a worrying run of form before their eventual revival and title-winning charge.

New coach Xavi promises Netherlands new energy after poor World Cup

AMSTERDAM, Aug 25 : Netherlands coach Xavi Hernandez is promising an attractive style of football but more importantly a desire to win during his tenure with the national team.