Mikaela Shiffrin gets historic 100th World Cup race win and ties record for most podiums
Mikaela Shiffrin is 100% the best in skiing’s World Cup history book. Shiffrin’s record-extending 100th career World Cup race win Sunday fulfilled a quest put on hold by a serious crash in November. Back to racing in her favored slalom event, Shiffrin kept and added to her first-run lead to finish 0.61 seconds ahead of Zrinka Ljutic. Shiffrin’s U.S. teammate Paula Moltzan was third, 0.64 back.
Which star NFL players will cash in next? Top candidates for massive contract extensions
A rising salary cap is cause for all NFL players to celebrate. But the additional spending capacity – this year estimated to be at least an extra $20 million – should be a particular source of joy for the league's elite. The continuing surge in cap space has coincided with the accelerated growth at the top of the market for several premium positions, including quarterback, wide receiver and edge rusher. With the arrival of the NFL offseason, several more stars in key spots could be in line to cash in with sizable new agreements.
NFL investigators interviewed some massage therapists who have accused Ravens’ Tucker, report says
NFL investigators have been interviewing massage therapists who have accused Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker of inappropriate sexual behavior, the Baltimore Banner reported Friday. The news website cited three women who participated in the inquiry. The Banner has reported accusations from 16 massage therapists from eight Baltimore-area spas and wellness centers. The NFL previously said it would look into the matter.
Tennessee AD ‘disappointed’ Nebraska cancels home-and-home series in 2026-27 on short notice
Nebraska canceled two nonconference games against Tennessee as part of a plan to recoup lost revenue from reduced seating capacity during major renovations of Memorial Stadium in 2027, athletic director Troy Dannen announced Friday. The Cornhuskers and Volunteers had been scheduled to meet in Lincoln on Sept. 12, 2026, and in Knoxville on Sept. 11, 2027. “Tennessee is not canceling this series. Nebraska did. We are very disappointed that they didn’t want to play these games, especially this close to 2026,” Tennessee athletic director Danny White said on social media.
Jaguars hire Rams’ James Gladstone as GM, reuniting him with coach Liam Coen
The Jacksonville Jaguars hired Los Angeles Rams executive James Gladstone as their general manager Friday, reuniting him with new coach Liam Coen. Gladstone, 34, held the position of director of scouting strategy in LA since 2019, working alongside Rams general manager Les Snead during the draft process. He’s been with the Rams since 2016 and was viewed as a key member of the scouting department.
Biyendolo and Cooper score as United States beats Australia 2-1 in SheBelieves Cup
Lynn Biyendolo scored 42 seconds into the match and the United States beat Australia 2-1 on Sunday in the SheBelieves Cup. Michelle Cooper scored her first international goal in her second appearance for the U.S., which improved to 2-0 in the four-team round-robin tournament. Biyendolo’s goal was the fastest by a U.S. player since Ashley Hatch scored 24 seconds into a match in November 2021, also against Australia.
Wembanyama getting no shortage of well-wishes from other NBA players, coaches
“It’s a little bit of shock,” said Malone, the coach of the Denver Nuggets. “As a fan of the game, you never want to see anybody, any player — but especially a great player, the future of this league — be shut down for the remaining season. So, you hate to see that happen to anybody. And hopefully Wemby is going to be OK.” That is the Spurs’ belief, that Wembanyama will make a full recovery even though he is not expected to play again this season. He was the favorite to win defensive player of the year, seemed destined for an All-NBA nod and probably would have even been on a few MVP ballots when the votes are cast in April.
Victor Wembanyama’s season is over. What’s next for the Spurs star?
Victor Wembanyama is one of the faces of the NBA, the star of the San Antonio Spurs and already one of the biggest names in basketball. And his season is over, after the Spurs announced Thursday that he has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. The 7-foot-3 center from France was averaging 24.3 points, 11 rebounds, 3.8 blocks and 3.7 assists this season. Since blocked shots became an official statistic, only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar — nearly a half-century ago — finished a season with those numbers or better.
Zack Martin is retiring after a decorated career at guard for the Cowboys, AP sources say
Zack Martin is retiring after a decorated career that included seven All-Pro seasons at right guard with the Dallas Cowboys, two people with knowledge of the decision said Thursday. Martin informed Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones of his decision in a meeting Thursday, one of the people told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because no announcement was planned. The 34-year-old Martin didn’t make it through his 11th and final season with the Cowboys because of an ankle injury that eventually required surgery. He said when he was shut down after 10 games that he wasn’t ready to make a decision on returning.
Coco Gauff stunned by Paula Badosa at the Australian Open, ending her 13-match win streak
The American was on a 13-match winning streak heading into Tuesday’s contest at Melbourne Park and seemed to have a strong chance of claiming her second grand slam title. But despite a late break of serve offering a glimmer of hope, Gauff was undone by an inspired Badosa on Rod Laver Arena, with the Spaniard reaching the final four of a grand slam for the first time in her career. “It’s tough right after and I’m still disappointed, but I think the way I played, even though it wasn’t my best, I gave it my all on the court so that’s something to be proud of,” Gauff told reporters.