The Packers, Bears, Lions and Vikings are a combined 25-8 and all hold playoff spots right now. Can anyone stop the NFC North -- and who will win the division?
Cardinals quarterback Gardner Minshew probably will need season-ending surgery on his right UCL, sources told ESPN. Michael Wilson, Arizona's top wide receiver, is also out for the season because of a neck injury.
Patriots top running back Rhamondre Stevenson is dealing with a knee tendon issue that is not expected to require surgery but could sideline him for a short period of time, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Doc Rivers said he reached out to apologize to Giannis Antetokounmpo for questioning the Miami Heat star's basketball IQ, saying he meant more that the force Antetokounmpo plays with can get "in the way of his feel."
The NFL reinstated San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk on Monday after he reported for a physical, according to the league's transaction wire.
ESPN will be the exclusive worldwide media rights holder to the new 24-team College Football Playoff. ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro said the deal "reinforces our position as the preeminent destination for college sports."
A social media video sparked questions about whether Eagles coach Nick Sirianni purposefully lifted his middle finger toward fans after a loss to the Giants.
Defending champions Gotham FC will host their NWSL semifinal match against the Kansas City Current at Icahn Stadium in New York City on Sunday, relocating the game from Sports Illustrated Stadium due to poor field conditions.