Bears great McMichael treated for UTI at hospital

CHICAGO — Chicago Bears great Steve McMichael, who’s battling ALS, was taken to a hospital Wednesday because of a urinary tract infection, publicist Betsy Shepherd said. Shepherd said he was being prescribed an antibiotic and was to return home that night. “(Wife) Misty McMichael and family thanks everyone for the prayers and concern,” she said. […]

Key thoughts and analysis from all 4 UCL quarterfinal matches

Find the biggest stories from across the soccer world by visiting our Top Soccer News section and subscribing to push notifications. The Champions League quarterfinals kicked off this week. Below, we dissect the biggest talking points from each of the first-leg matches. Madrid, Man City roll with the punches There was nothing tactical about Tuesday’s […]

Biggest winners and losers from Champions League quarterfinals

Find the biggest stories from across the soccer world by visiting our Top Soccer News section and subscribing to push notifications. A sensational Champions League quarterfinal stage is in the books. Before we look ahead to the semis on tap, we’re reviewing the thrilling action that left Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, and Borussia […]

Hurts: 'I yearn' for continuity at Eagles OC spot

Tim McManus, ESPN Staff WriterApr 17, 2024, 01:36 PM ET Close Tim McManus covers the Philadelphia Eagles for ESPN. He joined ESPN in 2016 after covering the Eagles for Philadelphia Magazine’s Birds 24/7, a site he helped create, since 2010. You can follow him on Twitter @Tim_McManus. PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts spoke […]

2024 NFL draft: Pros and cons for every first-round pick

NFL Nation, ESPNApr 26, 2024, 12:28 AM ET The 2024 NFL draft began Thursday night in Detroit, with the Chicago Bears ending the suspense by selecting USC quarterback Caleb Williams at No. 1 overall. A record six quarterbacks would be selected in the first 12 picks, and 14 straight offensive players came off the board […]

KD on fans' boos: Hope it 'ignites' us down 3-0

Baxter Holmes, ESPN Senior WriterApr 27, 2024, 03:16 AM ET Close Baxter Holmes (@Baxter) is a senior writer for ESPN Digital and Print, focusing on the NBA. He has covered the Lakers, the Celtics and previously worked for The Boston Globe and Los Angeles Times. PHOENIX — The boos trickled down in the third quarter […]

2024 NFL draft: Fantasy football analysis of Rounds 1-3

Apr 26, 2024, 11:50 PM ET Our ESPN Fantasy Football trio of Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay offer their analysis of each skill position player selected in the first three rounds of the 2024 NFL draft, as well as projections for their rookie season. It’s never too early to start your fantasy football […]

Key to 'lean into' Mr. Irrelevant label with Jets

Rich Cimini, ESPN Staff WriterApr 27, 2024, 08:48 PM ET Close Rich Cimini is a staff writer who covers the New York Jets and the NFL at ESPN. Rich has covered the Jets for over 30 years, joining ESPN in 2010. Rich also hosts the Flight Deck podcast. He previously was a beat writer for […]