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The transfer portal era and pursuit of NIL money is messy. Are there solutions?

The transfer portal era and pursuit of NIL money is messy. Are there solutions?

Andrew Destin And Teresa Walker, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 9 - 10:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

A quarterback reportedly reneging on a lucrative deal to hit the transfer portal, only to return to his original school. Another starting QB, this one in the College Football Playoff, awaiting approval from the NCAA to play next season, an expensive NIL deal apparently hanging in the balance. A defensive star, sued by his former school after transferring, filing a lawsuit of his own.
Jon-Eric Sullivan finalizing deal to become Miami Dolphins GM, AP source says

Jon-Eric Sullivan finalizing deal to become Miami Dolphins GM, AP source says

Alanis Thames, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 9 - 9:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

Jon-Eric Sullivan is finalizing a deal to join the Dolphins as their general manager, making the former Green Bay Packers executive the first key piece in Miami's organizational reboot, a person with knowledge of the hiring told The Associated Press.
WNBPA and WNBA will not extend CBA deadline; sides will continue to negotiate 'in good faith'

WNBPA and WNBA will not extend CBA deadline; sides will continue to negotiate 'in good faith'

Doug Feinberg, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 9 - 7:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

The WNBA and its players' union will not agree to another collective bargaining agreement extension after the current deadline passes Friday night, WNBPA vice president Breanna Stewart said.
Sabalenka flips the outcome with a straight-sets win over Keys in Australian Open tuneup

Sabalenka flips the outcome with a straight-sets win over Keys in Australian Open tuneup

John Pye, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 9 - 7:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

This rematch between the Australian Open finalists was lopsided, and Aryna Sabalenka flipped the outcome with a straight-sets win over Madison Keys.
Jalen Hurts' resilience and big-game prowess to be tested in NFC wild card game

Jalen Hurts' resilience and big-game prowess to be tested in NFC wild card game

Dan Gelston, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 9 - 7:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

where he would throw the ball.
No. 1 Indiana and No. 5 Oregon to compete in CFP semifinal with No. 10 Miami waiting in championship

No. 1 Indiana and No. 5 Oregon to compete in CFP semifinal with No. 10 Miami waiting in championship

Charles Odum, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 9 - 7:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

The winner of the College Football Playoff semifinal Friday night in the Peach Bowl can look forward to another trip to the South.
Aside from John Harbaugh, NFL teams often seek the young, rising coordinators

Aside from John Harbaugh, NFL teams often seek the young, rising coordinators

Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 9 - 4:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

While John Harbaugh quickly became the most sought-after head coach this cycle after he was fired by Baltimore, many NFL teams seek the next Sean McVay or Kyle Shanahan.
At 58, the world's oldest professional soccer player says he is only getting better with age

At 58, the world's oldest professional soccer player says he is only getting better with age

The Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 9 - 2:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kazuyoshi Miura, the Japanese soccer player they call "King Kazu," says he's only getting better with age.
In Cristobal's image, Miami's beefy offensive line steamrolls a path to title game

In Cristobal's image, Miami's beefy offensive line steamrolls a path to title game

David Brandt, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 11:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Miami coach Mario Cristobal gathered his offensive linemen together during a pressure-packed, fourth-quarter drive in the Fiesta Bowl and delivered a message to the big, beefy guys he knows so well.
Miami heading home for shot at national title after beating Ole Miss 31-27 in Fiesta Bowl

Miami heading home for shot at national title after beating Ole Miss 31-27 in Fiesta Bowl

John Marshall, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 11:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Miami's return to relevance was a long, winding road filled with more downs than ups.
Home, sweet home for Canes: Miami to play for the CFP national championship at Hard Rock Stadium

Home, sweet home for Canes: Miami to play for the CFP national championship at Hard Rock Stadium

Tim Reynolds, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 10:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Miami is flying home on Friday from the Fiesta Bowl. It'll be the last flight for the Hurricanes this season.
Anthony Edwards, the 3rd-youngest player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career points: 'It's cool.'

Anthony Edwards, the 3rd-youngest player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career points: 'It's cool.'

The Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 10:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Anthony Edwards became the third-youngest player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career points, when the Minnesota Timberwolves star swished a 13-foot fadeaway jumper from the baseline midway through the fourth quarter against Cleveland on Thursday night.
Stuffed dragons rain after Ilia Malinin's brilliant short program at US Figure Skating Championships

Stuffed dragons rain after Ilia Malinin's brilliant short program at US Figure Skating Championships

Dave Skretta, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 9:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ilia Malinin delivered such a flawless short program at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships on Thursday night that it seemed to awe even himself, and it set the 21-year-old well on his way to a fourth straight title in his final tune-up for the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Heat-Bulls game at the United Center postponed due to condensation on the court

Heat-Bulls game at the United Center postponed due to condensation on the court

Matt Carlson, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 9:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

The game between the Miami Heat and the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Thursday night was postponed after a nearly two-hour delay due to condensation on the court.
Pacers coach Rick Carlisle wins his 1,000th game after monthlong wait as team ends 13-game skid

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle wins his 1,000th game after monthlong wait as team ends 13-game skid

Michael Marot, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 8:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle finally got a chance to celebrate Thursday night.
Kyrgios won't play singles at the Australian Open, saying his body is not ready for 5-set tennis

Kyrgios won't play singles at the Australian Open, saying his body is not ready for 5-set tennis

The Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 8:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nick Kyrgios says he's not fit enough to play singles at the Australian Open but will compete in doubles with his Australian mate Thanasi Kokkinakis at Melbourne Park.
Patrick Kane becomes 50th player in NHL history to reach 500 goals

Patrick Kane becomes 50th player in NHL history to reach 500 goals

The Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 8:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Patrick Kane became the 50th player in NHL history to reach 500 goals, scoring his second goal of the game into an empty net with 3:53 left to help the Detroit Red Wings beat the Vancouver Canucks 5-1 on Thursday night.
Tarik Skubal asks for record $32 million in arbitration while Detroit Tigers offer $19 million

Tarik Skubal asks for record $32 million in arbitration while Detroit Tigers offer $19 million

Ronald Blum, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 7:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal asked for a record $32 million in salary arbitration on Thursday while the Detroit Tigers offered the left-hander $19 million.
T-wolves hold a pregame moment of silence for Renee Good, the woman fatally shot by an ICE officer

T-wolves hold a pregame moment of silence for Renee Good, the woman fatally shot by an ICE officer

The Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 7:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Minnesota Timberwolves held a moment of silence before their game on Thursday night for Renee Good, the 37-year-old woman fatally shot in her car by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
Washington QB Demond Williams Jr. announces he will return to Huskies, won't enter transfer portal

Washington QB Demond Williams Jr. announces he will return to Huskies, won't enter transfer portal

Andrew Destin, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 7:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. will return to the Huskies for the 2026 season rather than enter the transfer portal, he announced Thursday evening on social media.