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Briefing: Trump will welcome Iran at World Cup - Infantino

Strategic angle: US President Donald Trump has said Iran are 'welcome' to take part in this summer's World Cup despite the countries being at war, according to Fifa president Gianni Infantino.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Chelsea transfer 'like being new kid at school' - Walsh

Strategic angle: England midfielder Keira Walsh shares her struggles with adjusting to life at Chelsea after her January 2025 transfer.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Ravens pull plug on blockbuster Crosby trade after medical issues

Strategic angle: The Baltimore Ravens have pulled the plug on a blockbuster trade for Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Barnwell makes sense of the called-off Maxx Crosby trade: What happens in the aftermath?

Strategic angle: Four days after agreeing to trade for the Raiders edge rusher, the Ravens backed out. Will he still get dealt? Which teams might be in, and who else is affected here?

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: LeBron sits out 3rd straight as Lakers beat Wolves

Strategic angle: Lakers star LeBron James remained out Tuesday night against the Timberwolves due to injuries.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: 🏀 NBA All-Contract Team: Playoff contenders?

Strategic angle: Could a roster built with only the best contracts in the league -- no max or rookie deals allowed -- reach the playoffs?

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Champions League: Newcastle hold Barça to draw as Yamal saves Spanish side

Strategic angle: Barça came from behind to draw level in stoppage time against Newcastle (1-1) in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Hofstra, again led by Claxton, returns to tourney

Strategic angle: Hofstra is returning to the NCAA tournament for the first time in 25 years after defeating Monmouth 75-69 for the Coastal Athletic Association tournament championship.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Baltimore-bound no more! Here's everything we know about the failed Maxx Crosby trade

Strategic angle: With free agency beginning Wednesday, the Ravens and Raiders have plenty of questions to answer going forward.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Source: Ricard latest to rejoin Harbaugh in N.Y.

Strategic angle: Former Ravens fullback Patrick Ricard agreed to a two-year deal with the Giants, a source told ESPN.

editorial-staff Mar 11

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Briefing: Arozarena unleashes Raleigh rant over WBC snub

Strategic angle: Randy Arozarena had vulgar words for Mariners teammate Cal Raleigh after he was left hanging at the World Baseball Classic.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Kelce says Swift inspired return for 14th season

Strategic angle: Travis Kelce credits fiancée Taylor Swift for motivating him to continue his NFL career.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Spurs GK subbed after Atléti score 3 in 15 mins

Strategic angle: Goalkeeper Antonín Kinsky was hauled off after just 17 minutes as Tottenham fell behind in their Champions League match.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: WAC may bench No. 1 seed Utah Valley over $1M

Strategic angle: The WAC threatens to exclude Utah Valley from tournaments due to an unpaid $1 million fee.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Browns re-sign RG Jenkins amid O-line overhaul

Strategic angle: The Browns have re-signed guard Teven Jenkins as they navigate a complete overhaul of their offensive line.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Source: WR Raymond leaves Lions to join Bears

Strategic angle: Kalif Raymond has agreed to sign a one-year contract with the Bears, reuniting the wide receiver with Ben Johnson.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Sources: TE Knox stays with Bills on new deal

Strategic angle: The Bills found a way to keep tight end Dawson Knox on the 2026 roster amid a difficult cap situation by signing him to a new three-year contract.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Duke's Foster out indefinitely with foot fracture

Strategic angle: Duke starting guard Caleb Foster has a fractured right foot and will be out indefinitely.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Koepka wants 'consistency' in his game at Players

Strategic angle: Books Koepka, who will be making just his fourth start in his return to the PGA Tour, is hoping his game shows 'more consistency' this week at the Players Championship.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: No. 4 hoops recruit Holt commits to Lloyd, Arizona

Strategic angle: Caleb Holt, the No. 4 prospect in the 2026 SC Next 100, has committed to Arizona, becoming Tommy Lloyd's highest-ranked recruit since taking over in Tucson.

editorial-staff Mar 10