Mailbag: UFC 332 is looking like an event without a headliner, and time is running out

Plus: Bella Mir's comments about her father Frank's brain health should be getting a lot more attention

Mailbag: UFC 332 is looking like an event without a headliner, and time is running out

Dana Altman retires after 16 seasons as Oregon coach including Final Four berth, 9 NCAA tourneys

Longtime Oregon men's basketball coach Dana Altman fought back tears as he spoke Wednesday about his decision to retire less than a month before the start of the new season.

Stanley Cup winner Darryl Sutter shares wisdom in book, doesn't rule out NHL return

Only a specific set of circumstances would get Darryl Sutter off the family ranch and behind an NHL bench or into an owner's box again.

Real Salt Lake visits the Philadelphia Union after shutout victory

Real Salt Lake (9-13-5, 11th in the Western Conference) vs. Philadelphia Union (11-10-6, fifth in the Eastern Conference)

Bo Nix isn't taking any advice from TV analysts about how to fix the Broncos' offense

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Bo Nix is searching for answers to the Denver Broncos' offensive struggles but isn't taking any advice from quarterbacks-turned-TV-analysts like Dan Orlovsky and Hall of Famer Kurt Warner, who suggested he's risk-averse right now and too impatient to let plays develop.

In The Rings: Gushue likes change that rules out three-player curling teams

The three-versus-four player debate has been a hot topic for years in curling circles. World Curling has done its part to settle the matter, and Curling Canada is on board too.

Buffalo and Utah square off in non-conference matchup

Utah Mammoth (3-2, in the Central Division) vs. Buffalo Sabres (2-2, in the Atlantic Division)

Trail Blazers owner says he intends to bring a championship to Portland

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — New Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon told season ticket holders that he intends to bring a championship to Portland.

'I was the one who did not give him a day off!' – Cristian Chivu responds to Turkey rumours over Hakan Calhanoglu

Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu has addressed rumours surrounding Hakan Calhanoglu's absence from the Turkey squad, confirming the midfielder is fully fit to face Parma. The Romanian also revealed Djed Spence is back in contention.

Cristian Chivu dismisses 'anti-Inter' title race talk ahead of Parma fixture

Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu has pushed back against media claims labelling rivals as the 'anti-Inter' in the Serie A title race. The Romanian insisted it remains far too early to discuss championship favorites.

'He comes with us' - Roberto De Zerbi provides major injury update on Dejan Kulusevski ahead of Man Utd clash

Dejan Kulusevski will travel with the Tottenham squad for their crucial match against Manchester United on Saturday. The Swedish attacker is nearing a long-awaited return to action after spending more than 500 days on the sidelines with a serious knee injury.

Cristiano Ronaldo 'in good physical and mental shape' as Al-Nassr boss Ange Postecoglou dodges Portugal controversy

Al-Nassr head coach Ange Postecoglou has confirmed that veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo is ready for domestic action following his early departure from the Portugal camp. The Australian tactician swiftly shut down questions regarding the forward's recent international drama, preferring to concentrate on his side's upcoming Saudi Pro League fixture.

'Available for at least 20-30 minutes' - Massimiliano Allegri confirms Scott McTominay ready for Napoli return just one month after heart surgery

Napoli are set to welcome Scott McTominay back to the pitch much sooner than expected following a health scare that sidelined the midfielder. Manager Massimiliano Allegri has delivered a significant boost to the Partenopei faithful by including the Scotland international in his latest matchday squad.

A tough first loss for the Raiders, now a quick turnaround at New England

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Previous Raiders teams were more than accustomed to the feeling of coming off a loss, but this year's team is surprisingly experiencing it for the first time about a month into the season.

Italian ski stars Brignone and Goggia to miss start of World Cup season

MILAN (AP) — Top Italian skiers Federica Brignone and Sofia Goggia will not be in Sölden when the World Cup season starts in Austria on Oct. 24 and are unsure when they can compete again.

Djokovic plans to reach out to Sinner after injury ended the No. 1 player's season

Novak Djokovic plans to reach out to Jannik Sinner after an injury ended the top-ranked player's season, saying Thursday he knows how difficult it is to come back after a lengthy layoff.

Sir Alex Ferguson makes emotional admission over 'death' and fears he will not see new Manchester United stadium

Manchester United icon Sir Alex Ferguson has opened up on his mortality, admitting that he occasionally thinks about death while expressing concerns that he may not live to see the club's new stadium. The legendary Scotsman, now 84, reflected on his health struggles and the future of the Red Devils in a deeply personal account of his life and career.

Undermanned Eagles head overseas to face the Jaguars, winners of 11 of 12 in the regular season

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles look as if they will be undermanned overseas.

Castagna picks up assist in NHL debut but Flames fall to Avalanche

CALGARY — Looking for a spark, the winless Calgary Flames turned to 21-year-old centre Jonathan Castagna on Thursday night.

Nick Sirianni and Jalen Hurts are facing their toughest test with the Eagles

Injuries are piling up for the Philadelphia Eagles. Key starters are gone. A new offensive coordinator is off to a rough start. The head coach is hearing more criticism.

Haaland calls for unity after Man City guilty verdict as Maresca expresses 'trust' in club

Erling Haaland called on everybody at Manchester City to “stick together” in the striker's first public comments since the club was found guilty of large-scale financial rule-breaking in the Premier League.