Gatlin banned, won't be eligible to defend Olympic 100-meter title

Sprinter Justin Gatlin got his doping ban reduced, but not by enough to make him eligible to defend his Olympic 100-meter title this year. AP Photo Olympic gold-winning sprinter Justin Gatlin had a potential eight-year ban reduced to four. The 25... full story

updated Wed January 02, 2008

Palmer suggests coaching changes needed; Lewis defends assistants

CINCINNATI -- For the first time under coach Marvin Lewis, the Bengals took a big step backward. Their 7-9 finish was a stark reminder that there are long-standing problems with the franchise that haven't bee...

updated Wed January 02, 2008

Veteran tackle Lepsis retires after 11 seasons as Bronco

Eleven-year veteran Matt Lepsis, who started at both tackle spots during his long career with the Denver Broncos, has decided to retire. Lepsis Lepsis, who turns 34 later this month, apprised coach Mike S...

updated Wed January 02, 2008

After injury to Starks, Steelers' Essex in line to start at left tackle

An already suspect Pittsburgh Steelers offensive line was further weakened Tuesday when coach Mike Tomlin announced that starting left tackle Max Starks will miss the rest of the season with a left knee injur...

updated Wed January 02, 2008

Browns have difficult decision to make with breakout QB star Anderson

BEREA, Ohio -- The Browns are about to embark on an important offseason with several crucial decisions, none bigger than at quarterback. If anybody is interested in him, we'll just have to see how it goes....

updated Wed January 02, 2008

Rodriguez attends Michigan bowl, disappointed by WVU lawsuit

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updated Wed January 02, 2008

Chargers reward Smith with five-year, $11M extension

The Chargers, who made the playoffs for the third time in four years, rewarded general manager A.J. Smith with a five-year, $11 million extension that will keep him in charge through the 2014 season. Smit...

updated Wed January 02, 2008

Odom suspended one game for flagrantly fouling Allen

Lamar Odom ForwardLos Angeles Lakers Profile 2008 Season Stats GM PPG RPG APG FG% FT% 26 14.1 8.9 2.3 .488 .670 NEW YORK -- Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom was suspended for one game wi...

updated Wed January 02, 2008

Gatlin banned, won't be eligible to defend Olympic 100-meter title

Sprinter Justin Gatlin got his doping ban reduced, but not by enough to make him eligible to defend his Olympic 100-meter title this year. AP Photo Olympic gold-winning sprinter Justin Gatlin had a p...

updated Wed January 02, 2008

Taylor no fan of Steelers' muck-like conditions at Heinz Field

PITTSBURGH -- Fred Taylor isn't worried as much about the Pittsburgh Steelers' home-field advantage as he is their bad field. Taylor, the Jaguars' star running back, chided the Steelers on Tuesday for thei...

updated Wed January 02, 2008

Nolan reportedly will give up personnel power but remain coach

After two days of intense meetings with owner John York, Mike Nolan appears to be safe as head coach of the San Francisco 49ers, sources told ESPN.com on Tuesday. Nolan Nolan assembled his as...

updated Wed December 26, 2007

Sources: NFL considers suspending Sapp one game for bumping official

Sapp Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Warren Sapp faces a possible one-game suspension for bumping an official in Sunday's game against Jacksonville, league sources confirmed to ESPN. A decisio...

updated Wed December 26, 2007

Ailing Peters to miss Bills' finale, possibly Pro Bowl

Peters ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Bills left tackle Jason Peters will miss Buffalo's season finale at Philadelphia on Sunday because of a groin injury that could also keep him from playing in the Pro Bowl...

updated Wed December 26, 2007

Cameron avoids talking about Dolphins latest hire in Parcells

DAVIE, Fla. -- Miami Dolphins coach Cam Cameron won't talk about his team's new executive vice president of football operations, or speak his name around reporters. During his press conference Monday, ...

updated Wed December 26, 2007

Yankees lower luxury tax bill for second straight year

NEW YORK -- The New York Yankees did accomplish something this year: They lowered their luxury tax for the second straight season. The Yankees were hit with a tax bill of $23.88 million by Major League Bas...

updated Wed December 26, 2007

Lions' Jones done for season with torn ACL

For a second straight year, Detroit Lions starting tailback Kevin Jones has suffered a serious, late-season injury, one that will likely require extensive rehabilitation and probably preclude him from partici...

updated Wed December 26, 2007

Top pick Russell draws Chargers in first career start

Despite a rough and ragged outing in his longest stint of the year on Sunday afternoon, rookie quarterback JaMarcus Russell, the top pick in the 2007 draft, will get the first start of his career when the Oak...

updated Wed December 26, 2007

Bulls fire coach Skiles; replacement expected to be named after season

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updated Wed December 26, 2007

Marbury's status for Wednesday's game vs. Magic up in air

Stephon Marbury's status has become a reflection of the New York Knicks in general: uncertain. Marbury The New York Post reported on Tuesday that Marbury is set to return for a third time after the d...

updated Wed December 26, 2007

UConn on top for first time in almost four years; Tennessee falls to No. 3

It's been a long time since the ESPN/USA Today women's basketball coaches' poll has looked like this. Poll Positions The top five teams in the ESPN/USA Today poll: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. For complet...

updated Wed December 26, 2007

Contact with official reportedly doesn't warrant discipline

The NFL won't discipline Green Bay Packers linebacker Nick Barnett for making contact with an official during a skirmish in Sunday's loss to the Chicago Bears. But coach Mike McCarthy still isn't happy about ...