UFC newcomer Adam Darby explains how getting knocked out changed career

UFC newcomer Adam Darby explains how getting knocked out changed career

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Jaguars want to 'stay firm on the plan' to use Travis Hunter primarily on defense

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A public service announcement: Don’t ask Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen about 2024 Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter playing receiver.

Darian Mensah and No. 4 Miami remain fixed on the process, even amid hot start

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Miami quarterback Darian Mensah's uniform was caked with various layers of the Clemson turf, grass-stained and dirt-spattered as proof of him taking some big hits in that game last weekend. And afterward, Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal felt a need to check on him.

A Syracuse legend takes the reins: Gerry McNamara vows to restore the Orange to 'national relevance'

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The basketball buzz is clearly back in Syracuse, thanks to a familiar face.

P.J. Fleck has reached 100 career wins. Minnesota is happy to keep rowing with him

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — P.J. Fleck's self-professed best day in football was highlighted by Minnesota's first home win over Michigan since 1977 — and full of energy from start to finish.

Packers tight end Tucker Kraft struggling with drops as he comes back from torn ACL

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay’s Tucker Kraft said this summer he believed he was playing as well as any tight end in the NFL before tearing his anterior cruciate ligament last season.

Browns rookie receiver Denzel Boston is making a major impact to fuel Cleveland's 3-1 start

BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Not lacking skill or confidence, Denzel Boston entered the NFL fully expecting to do big things for the Cleveland Browns as a rookie.

Jaguars CB Jarrian Jones relives Saquon Barkley's backward hurdle two years later

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jarrian Jones remembers a steady stream of messages and questions about Saquon Barkley’s extraordinary backward hurdle.

'I played outer wing for Mourinho!' – Cristian Chivu uses career story to back Andy Diouf

Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu has rejected rigid formation debates, emphasizing tactical principles over modules. The former defender praised Andy Diouf's versatility with France and addressed Zvonimir Boban's comments on Petar Sucic.

Giants are 3-1 and underdogs again at Washington, which players are using as fuel

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Minutes after he and the New York Giants won last weekend, Cam Skattebo was quick to point out that they were not expected to — at least by oddsmakers.

Virginia's Thijs De Ridder and Johann Grünloh adapted quickly. That has them ready for Year 2

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Thijs De Ridder couldn't help but feel uneasy as he shifted from multiyear professional player in Europe to first-timer in American college basketball, complete with returning to the classroom.

Colts CB Sauce Gardner calls his effort and pursuit 'embarrassing' and wants to leave it in London

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner was his own worst critic on Wednesday.

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.

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.

QB Raiola to start with Moore ruled out of No. 13 Oregon's game against No. 21 UCLA

Quarterback Dante Moore returned to practice with No. 13 Oregon this week but he remains in the concussion protocol and won't play on Saturday when the Ducks host UCLA.

'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.

Panthers' offense thriving under new play caller Brad Idzik 4 games into the season

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales misses the rush of calling plays on game day.

Shorter NHL training camps don't change much about early-season hockey, it's still sloppy

The first three days of the earliest leaguewide start in NHL history delivered scores straight out of the 1980s.

Wonderkid Max! Arteta hails record-breaking Dowman as teen star earns Leeds squad spot

Mikel Arteta confirmed that 16-year-old prodigy Max Dowman is fully available to face Leeds United. The Arsenal boss praised the youngster's humble character following his entry into the Guinness Book of Records.

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.

Dallas takes shutout streak into matchup with Charlotte FC

FC Dallas (13-6-8, third in the Western Conference) vs. Charlotte FC (12-8-7, fourth in the Eastern Conference)