John Dorsey wouldn't wait for Odell Beckham Jr. to return from a European vacation to complete blockbuster trade
The Browns GM dispatched a physician to give the receiver a physical.
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GM says Browns have plan for suspended Hunt
Browns general manager John Dorsey says the team has a plan in place for suspended running back Kareem Hunt, who faces an eight-game ban for two violations of the league's personal conduct policy.
Tribe's Ramirez takes grounders after knee injury
Indians All-Star Jose Ramirez took ground balls on Monday, a day after he fouled a pitch off the area below his left knee, but the team isn't sure whether he'll play in Thursday's opener at Minnesota.
Pat McManamon ESPN Staff Writer
John Dorsey had this to say about the challenge the young Browns would face if the league decided Cleveland should open the 2019 season on Sunday night in New England against the Patriots: "The NFL is hard. You play for the challenge that lies ahead."
Pat McManamon ESPN Staff Writer
The Browns and Colts will hold three days of joint training camp practices in August at Grand Park Sports Complex in Westfield, Ind., about 30 minutes north of Indianapolis. The practices will be before the second preseason game.
The MLB bets we would make in 2019
The Astros to win the AL West? Sure, if you like easy money. How about Yasiel Puig for MVP or the Rangers to win a playoff game? Those are just two of the long shots our writers and reporters are eyeing.
An Unprecedented Position
Buster chats with Tim Kurkjian about how the Mets are in an unprecedented position with Jacob deGrom and the surprising contract the Red Sox gave Chris Sale (7:38). Plus, he talks to Phillies pitcher Jake Arrieta (35:42) before "Cap Talk" and the first weekly quiz from Todd Radom (47:05)
Will the revitalized Browns be taking bows at league meetings?
Third favorites to represent the AFC in the Super Bowl, the Browns have a new lease on life just one season after going 0-16.
College football game to circle now for each Top 25 team
From a Clemson-Texas A&M rematch to another round of Georgia-Notre Dame, these are the top games we're already looking forward to.
The five pitches that would make the ultimate MLB pitcher
Kluber's cutter, Mad Max's change and three more unhittable weapons. We combine baseball's best stuff into one dominant ace.
Houston moves into Sweet 16 for first time in 35 years
Houston's fans chanted "Sweet 16" in the final minute of the Cougars' NCAA Tournament win over Ohio State.
Jake Trotter ESPN Staff Writer
With the victory over Ohio State, Houston is back in the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since the Hakeem Olajuwon/Clyde Drexler, Phi Slama Jama era (1984).
Jake Trotter ESPN Staff Writer
Points in the paint: Houston 24, Ohio State 6. Confounding, considering how much Kaleb Wesson dominated off the block inside during the Friday win over Iowa State. The Buckeyes' perimeter shooting is keeping them in the game, though. They're 10 of 23 from downtown.
Jake Trotter ESPN Staff Writer
Houston's Corey Davis Jr. and Ohio State's Keyshawn Woods got into a scuffle just as the first half buzzer sounded. Officials are reviewing to see what exactly happened.
Jake Trotter ESPN Staff Writer
Fresh off a Houston NCAA tournament record seven 3s made, Corey Davis Jr. has two early ones from downtown against Ohio State. The Buckeyes can't afford to let Davis get going again.
Hobbled Antetokounmpo lifts Bucks past Cavs 127-105
Giannis Antetokounmpo showed few signs he was bothered by an ailing right ankle, getting 26 points and 10 rebounds to lift to Milwaukee Bucks over the Cleveland Cavaliers 127-105 on Sunday.
David Schoenfield ESPN Senior Writer
Francisco Lindor has already been ruled out of Cleveland's opener with a calf injury (he'll start the season on the injured list) and now Jose Ramirez was carted off the field on Sunday after fouling a ball off his knee. Ramirez finished third in the AL MVP voting in 2018 and led MLB third basemen in home runs, steals, OPS and walk rate. This could be a little break for the Twins, expected to be Cleveland's best competition in the AL Central. The Twins host the Indians in the season-opening series.
Ramirez carted off the field with a leg injury (0:53)
Malika Andrews ESPN
Mike Budenholzer said he expects Giannis Antetekounmpo to play today. He warmed up and felt good, Bud said, but had been listed as questionable for today's game against the Cavaliers.
Indians sign INF Miller with Kipnis injured
With Jason Kipnis injured, the Indians signed veteran infielder Brad Miller.
Olney: Bills start to come due after contenders' win-now trades
Trading away prospects such as Eloy Jimenez and Gleyber Torres was the cost of contending for the Cubs, and now both players are coming into their own.
Kluber to make 5th Opening Day start for Indians
Two-time American League Cy Young Award winner Corey Kluber will start on Opening Day for Cleveland for the fifth consecutive season, matching a franchise record.
Reseeding the 2019 NCAA tournament field for the round of 32
We started with 68 on Tuesday night. Now we're down to 32. Here's how we rank them heading into Saturday.
Big Ten puts 7 teams in round of 32, tying record
The Big Ten conference accounts for seven of the 32 teams still playing in the NCAA tournament, matching a record for the most from a single conference in the second round.
Ohio St. upsets Iowa State 62-59 behind as Wesson scores 21
Ohio State went from barely making the NCAA Tournament to a spot in the second round with a 62-59 upset of sixth-seeded Iowa State in the Midwest Region on Friday night.
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NFL: 2018 AFC North Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 10 | 6 | 0 | .625 | 389 | 287 |
| Pittsburgh | 9 | 6 | 1 | .594 | 428 | 360 |
| Cleveland | 7 | 8 | 1 | .469 | 359 | 392 |
| Cincinnati | 6 | 10 | 0 | .375 | 368 | 455 |
NBA: 2018-19 Central Standings
NCAAF: 2018 Big Ten - East Standings
| TEAM | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio State | 8-1 | 13-1 |
| Michigan | 8-1 | 10-3 |
| Penn State | 6-3 | 9-4 |
| Michigan State | 5-4 | 7-6 |
| Maryland | 3-6 | 5-7 |
| Indiana | 2-7 | 5-7 |
| Rutgers | 0-9 | 1-11 |