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For Ohio State Football, It’s Championship ‘or Bust’
Expectations are high for the Buckeyes every year. But this feels different.

ESPN to Name Mike Greenberg Host of ‘Sunday NFL Countdown’
Greenberg will replace Sam Ponder who was fired last week.

Landon Donovan Is Coaching in the National Women’s Soccer League. Is He Ready?
The former U.S. men’s national team forward said he has a “steep” learning curve after being named the San Diego Wave’s interim coach.

The Mets Needed a Win and Francisco Alvarez Needed a Home Run. He Delivered.
The 22-year-old catcher hadn’t hit a home run since July 26.

He Drinks Red Bulls and Antagonizes Fans. He’s Also a Premier League Legend.
Leicester’s Jamie Vardy returned to the Premier League on Monday, and unsurprisingly scored.

Jannik Sinner Tested Positive Twice for Banned Substance in March
The No. 1 player in men’s tennis was found to have “no fault or negligence” for the tests.

Ranking Every M.L.B. Team From First to Worst, With a New No. 1
With six weeks remaining in the season, the Yankees no longer look like the best team in baseball.

Justin Verlander Was a College Freshman Who Left ‘Jaws Dropped’
The seeds of a future Hall of Fame career were planted at Old Dominion University, where a young pitcher backed up the bravado he promised.

Before N.B.A. Fame, Steve Kerr Built His Foundation in the Middle East
In 2023, a surprise reunion reminded one of the league’s best coaches about his transformative past.

After an Epic Summer, Travis Kelce Isn’t Going Anywhere
With Taylor Swift concerts and part-time TV jobs, it appears the Kansas City star could become an even bigger celebrity after his N.F.L. career.