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Ranking NFL's possible season opener matchups: Who gets first crack at Seahawks?

Ranking NFL's possible season opener matchups: Who gets first crack at Seahawks?

  • Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz USA TODAY

With the 2026 NFL Draft complete, only one major event stands between the league and its summer break.

Framber Valdez at center of another beanball controversy as benches clear

Framber Valdez at center of another beanball controversy as benches clear

  • Bob Nightengale USA Today

Just when the Detroit Tigers needed someone to step up and be a presence in a sea of calamity, along comes Framber Valdez, acting like a human Titanic.

Dual-threat QB Haynes King is Panthers' top undrafted free agent to watch

Dual-threat QB Haynes King is Panthers' top undrafted free agent to watch

  • USA Today Network

The Carolina Panthers didn't completely pass up on the 2026 draft's quarterback class.

Expand CFP, dump conference title games? Coaches outline vision for college football

Expand CFP, dump conference title games? Coaches outline vision for college football

  • John Brice USA Today

College football’s largest professional organization for coaches endorsed an expansion to the College Football Playoff, elimination of conference championship games and an earlier end to the season.

Lenoir-Rhyne softball advances to SAC championship; baseball falls in semifinals

Lenoir-Rhyne softball advances to SAC championship; baseball falls in semifinals

  • jason.koon

Warren went 3-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored in the game. Her homer was the 39th of her career.

Lenoir-Rhyne men's lacrosse gets No. 6 seed in NCAA playoffs; women's tennis is No. 5

Lenoir-Rhyne men's lacrosse gets No. 6 seed in NCAA playoffs; women's tennis is No. 5

  • jason.koon

Lenoir-Rhyne is one of four South Atlantic Conference teams (Wingate, Newberry, Anderson) to earn a spot in this year's NCAA field.

Hickory Crawdads lose five of six on the road against Fredericksburg

Hickory Crawdads lose five of six on the road against Fredericksburg

  • Mark Parker Hickory Daily Record Correspondent

The only win for Hickory in the series came on Saturday night when Paulino Santana hit a two-run double in the eighth inning to rally the Crawdads to a 5-4 victory.

Nine things to know about the current series between the Hickory Crawdads and Myrtle Beach Pelicans

Nine things to know about the current series between the Hickory Crawdads and Myrtle Beach Pelicans

    After April 26, Hickory was 15-5 with the best record among all 60 Class-A teams, from there, though, Hickory went on to lose five straight and six of seven.

    Not guilty: Jury acquits Stefon Diggs on strangulation, assault charges

    Not guilty: Jury acquits Stefon Diggs on strangulation, assault charges

      DEDHAM, Mass. — A jury found ex-Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs not guilty of assault and battery and strangulation after hearing two days of testimony in his trial regarding an alleged incident at his home last December. The jury delivered its verdict after just a few hours of deliberation Tuesday. During the second day of testimony, Diggs’ defense attorneys tried to discredit Jamila ...

      College sports isn’t broken. Duke just proved it’s for sale. What if Ohio State is next?

      College sports isn’t broken. Duke just proved it’s for sale. What if Ohio State is next?

        College sports is run — and constantly fueled — by the free market. 

        Brian Kelly thinks Lane Kiffin can win a national championship with LSU

        Brian Kelly thinks Lane Kiffin can win a national championship with LSU

          Brian Kelly explains why he thinks the new LSU coach has a chance to win a title. You can watch the full conversation on USA TODAY Sports YouTube channel.

          Can a new Heisman program empower the next generation of youth sports?

          Can a new Heisman program empower the next generation of youth sports?

            BOSTON — The value of a captain to a team, just like the value of sports in one’s life, can be understated and overlooked.

            A'ja Wilson plans to achieve 'everything else' in her WNBA career

            A'ja Wilson plans to achieve 'everything else' in her WNBA career

              USAT's Sam Cardona-Norberg asks A'ja Wilson what she is planning to accomplish in her already successful WNBA career, all achieved before the age of 30.

              Tigers manager A.J. Hinch: Tarik Skubal has 'loose bodies' in elbow

              Tigers manager A.J. Hinch: Tarik Skubal has 'loose bodies' in elbow

                Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch talks to reporters May 4, 2026, at Comerica Park about Tarik Skubal needing elbow surgery to remove loose bodies.

                High School

                NC high school softball playoff brackets are out, see where every Hickory area team landed

                NC high school softball playoff brackets are out, see where every Hickory area team landed

                Here is a look at where every team in Catawba, Burke, Alexander and McDowell counties ended up.

                NC high school baseball playoff brackets are out, see where every Hickory area team landed

                NC high school baseball playoff brackets are out, see where every Hickory area team landed

                Here is a look at where every team in Catawba, Burke, Alexander and McDowell counties ended up.

                Catawba County now has 2 high school boys volleyball teams; sport may be official next year

                Catawba County now has 2 high school boys volleyball teams; sport may be official next year

                How did an anime volleyball video spark two boys volleyball teams in Catawba County?

                Lenoir-Rhyne to bring high school lacrosse state championships to Hickory

                Lenoir-Rhyne to bring high school lacrosse state championships to Hickory

                The NCHSAA announced the venues for the spring sports state championship games this week. 

                College

                Expand CFP, dump conference title games? Coaches outline vision for college football

                Expand CFP, dump conference title games? Coaches outline vision for college football

                College football’s largest professional organization for coaches endorsed an expansion to the College Football Playoff, elimination of conference championship games and an earlier end to the season.

                Lenoir-Rhyne softball advances to SAC championship; baseball falls in semifinals

                Lenoir-Rhyne softball advances to SAC championship; baseball falls in semifinals

                Warren went 3-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored in the game. Her homer was the 39th of her career.

                Lenoir-Rhyne men's lacrosse gets No. 6 seed in NCAA playoffs; women's tennis is No. 5

                Lenoir-Rhyne men's lacrosse gets No. 6 seed in NCAA playoffs; women's tennis is No. 5

                Lenoir-Rhyne is one of four South Atlantic Conference teams (Wingate, Newberry, Anderson) to earn a spot in this year's NCAA field.

                College sports isn’t broken. Duke just proved it’s for sale. What if Ohio State is next?

                College sports isn’t broken. Duke just proved it’s for sale. What if Ohio State is next?

                College sports is run — and constantly fueled — by the free market. 

                Shopping

                How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                Affiliate. Learn how to buy WLFI Token in this step by step guide for beginners. 

                Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                Affiliate. Learn how to create and use a Solana wallet, stake SOL, swap tokens, bridge assets, and stay secure with Best Wallet’s multi-chain features.

                Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                Affiliate. Learn what a Web3 wallet is, how to set one up, and how to stay safe while exploring DeFi, NFTs, and new crypto coins with beginner‑friendly apps like Best Wallet.​

                Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                Affiliate. Find out which crypto coins you should watch closely in 2025. 

                Professional

                Ranking NFL's possible season opener matchups: Who gets first crack at Seahawks?

                Ranking NFL's possible season opener matchups: Who gets first crack at Seahawks?

                With the 2026 NFL Draft complete, only one major event stands between the league and its summer break.

                Framber Valdez at center of another beanball controversy as benches clear

                Framber Valdez at center of another beanball controversy as benches clear

                Just when the Detroit Tigers needed someone to step up and be a presence in a sea of calamity, along comes Framber Valdez, acting like a human Titanic.

                Dual-threat QB Haynes King is Panthers' top undrafted free agent to watch

                Dual-threat QB Haynes King is Panthers' top undrafted free agent to watch

                The Carolina Panthers didn't completely pass up on the 2026 draft's quarterback class.

                Hickory Crawdads lose five of six on the road against Fredericksburg

                Hickory Crawdads lose five of six on the road against Fredericksburg

                The only win for Hickory in the series came on Saturday night when Paulino Santana hit a two-run double in the eighth inning to rally the Crawdads to a 5-4 victory.

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