NCAA athletes and athletic departments cannot bet on professional sports. The mandate banning athletes and staff from betting remains in place after the board rejected a rule change permitting pro sports gambling on Friday.

Two years after they played big roles in a World Series title, the Texas Rangers have cut ties with outfielder Adolis García and catcher Jonah Heim.

Fortunately, the Cowboys have avoided a major injury, as QB Dak Prescott has been a full participant the last two days after being limited on Wednesday with a hip injury. Prescott has indicated that he probably wouldn't have appeared at all if it weren't for working on a short week after their Monday night win in Las Vegas.

The Liberty are coming off an injury-hit first-round playoff exit after a 27-17 season; however, they won the WNBA championship in 2024. DeMarco will undoubtedly look to build on that recent success now that he's taking over in the hot seat.

Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season, aiming to give the Kansas City Chiefs ample time to prepare.

The Golden State Warriors plan to have Steph Curry back on the court in Friday's action against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Hellebuyck, a three-time Vezina Trophy winner as the NHL's top goalie, had been trying to play through a knee injury, and the timing is right to get it taken care of.

Andrew Novak took advantage of more benign weather Friday and the absence of the pressure facing so many others in the PGA Tour's season finale. He had a 7-under 65 on the Plantation Course at Sea Island to take a one-shot lead into the weekend.