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The scripted, safe but violent world of male vs. female wrestling
The optics of intergender wrestling can be shocking. But those who participate say pitting women against men in the ring is a step toward equality.
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College Football
Chip Kelly is back and looking to dominate
Chip Kelly doesn't do much talking, even those closest to him will tell you that. But it's one of the reasons why Kelly's decision to take over at UCLA makes perfect sense.
The Pac-12 players, games and teams you need to know
Check out Pac-12 Heisman hopefuls, who made our all-conference team, players to know, new coaches and more before kickoff.
Braves
MLB
Acuna nailed by pitch; benches clear
MLB
Did the Home Run Derby 'fix' Bryce Harper?
It's been a month since the Nats slugger staged an epic comeback in D.C. He denies it turned his season around -- but the numbers say otherwise.
Who's indispensable for contenders down the stretch?
For teams that aren't already locks for the playoffs, there's nobody more important than these guys.
Wyndham Championship
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Featured Groups: Sergio Garcia, Brandt Snedeker and more
NBA
5-on-5: Rooks on awards, big purchases and odd advice from Kobe
We caught up with Deandre Ayton and the Class of 2018 to talk about awards, most anticipated matchups and LeBron's move to L.A.
Duke
College Hoops
Zion impressive with 29 points in Duke debut
NFL
Why NFL holdouts rarely work, and what's next for Donald, Mack
Recent history shows it's an uphill battle for players. Plus, an insider predicts how this year's quartet of elite holdouts will turn out.
This 53-man roster worth $168,513,049 is the perfect team
We gave Bill Barnwell the NFL's $177 million salary cap to spend -- sort of -- and asked him to build a flawless squad ... with a few rules. This is the result.
DC United
Soccer
Rooney's double lifts D.C. United over Portland
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- Ramsey on QBs: Allen 'trash,' Ryan 'overrated'
- McShay's Top 32: D-line dominates 2019 look
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NFL predictions
- Brad Rempel/USA TODAY Sports
The six NFL teams most likely to decline in 2018
Even with Kirk Cousins under center, the numbers say the Vikings will be worse in 2018. Bill Barnwell has the proof to back it up.
On This Date: Aug. 16, 1920
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Ray Chapman dies after being hit in head with pitch
On Aug. 16, 1920, Carl Mays hit Chapman on the left side of his head with a pitch as the Yankees played the Indians. The shortstop would die in the hospital the next day.
The Phil Mickelson Dance
- Mizzen+Main
The story behind the Phil Mickelson ad you can't stop watching
The star golfer showed off his unknown dance moves in a now-viral ad for the clothing company Mizzen+Main.
College football rankings
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The 50 best players in college football: Ed Oliver leads the way
Alabama and Clemson dominate this list of college football's best, but it all starts with the game-wrecking Group of 5 defensive tackle.
