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Seahawks' dominant defense faces challenge in Bears QB Caleb Williams and NFL's top rushing offense
ASSOCIATED PRESS — Now it's Chicago's turn to face Seattle's “Dark Side.” The Seahawks defense shut down the pr…
Steelers RB Conner focusing on present, not uncertain future
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Conner didn't treat the quarantine caused by the COVID-19 pandemic as an obstacle, but an opportunity.
Rhule's transition from Baylor to NFL anything but normal
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Transitioning from head coach at the college level to the NFL is never easy.
Celtics coach: Empathy means more than basketball right now
BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens believes the best way he can be helpful to his players right now is by listening to them.
Lyon signs striker Karl Toko Ekambi from Villarreal
LYON, France (AP) — Lyon has signed Cameroon striker Karl Toko Ekambi from Villarreal on a four-year deal.
Brees' anthem comments draw backlash from teammates, others
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — As athletes and sports organizations around the world speak out against racial injustice in the wake of George Floyd’s death, Drew Brees drew sharp criticism after he reiterated his opposition to…
Hoops Hall mulls date for Bryant, Class of 2020 induction
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame was gearing up for a great year: not just the all-but-certain election of NBA superstars like Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan, but also a chance to unveil a c…
NHL post-quarantine: Recapturing team chemistry a challenge
Claude Giroux’s Philadelphia Flyers were the hottest team in the NHL back when hockey was still being played.
Judge denies Williamson bid to nix improper-benefits inquiry
A Florida judge has denied NBA rookie Zion Williamson’s attempt to block his former marketing agent’s effort to have the ex-Duke star answer questions about whether he received improper benefits before playing for …
Analysis: NFL will play games after support/pressure applied
Call it support. Call it pressure. However you describe it, the NFL is going to get it regarding playing games on schedule.
Brewers: Miller Park sustains 'minor damage' after break-in
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers say a man illegally entered Miller Park and caused minor damage to the playing field Tuesday morning.
Germany won't punish players for George Floyd protests
DÜSSELDORF, Germany (AP) — As more players spoke out against racial discrimination and injustice, the German soccer federation said it will not punish those who protest against the killing of George Floyd.
AP Source: Germany, Portugal contenders to host CL final
Germany and Portugal are contenders to host the delayed Champions League final which is due to be moved from Istanbul, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
LA Galaxy to meet with Katai after wife's social media posts
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The LA Galaxy will meet with new Serbian winger Aleksandar Katai on Thursday to discuss a series of alarming social media posts by his wife.
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June 6
AP sources: IMG Academy, MGM top WNBA list of sites to play
NEW YORK (AP) — Two people familiar with the situation say the WNBA plans to hold games at just one location if there is a season this year and that the MGM Resorts in Las Vegas and the IMG Academy in Florida are t…