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The Winners and Losers From Round 1 of the N.F.L. Draft
Two quarterbacks selected in 2019 have reasons to celebrate after the first day, while Buffalo and Atlanta delivered head-scratchers.Sports - NFL -
Grading Every Pick From Round 1 of the N.F.L. Draft
The Falcons may have made a reach at No. 8 for Michael Penix Jr., while the Bears hope to have changed the trajectory of the franchise.Sports - NFL -
The Caitlin Clark Effect and the Uncomfortable Truth Behind It
It’s foolish to act as if basketball is the only thing fueling it, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports -
A Former M.L.B. Player Honors His Son, a Marine Pilot: ‘He Was My Hero’
Steve Sax grieves the death of his son, John, by helping others pursue dreams in the sky.Sports -
Kirk Cousins Stunned by Falcons’ Decision to Draft Michael Penix Jr.
Cousins’s agent said the quarterback is concerned the decision to select Penix won’t help Atlanta win this season.Sports -
Concern Over Visa Wait Times for Fans of the 2026 World Cup
The U.S. Department of State encouraged supporters in affected countries to start applying for visas now, over two years out from the tournament.Sports - World Cup -
Joel Embiid — Battling Bell’s Palsy — Turns in 50-Point Masterpiece
The condition has left his mouth drooped, and his eye dry, blurry and in constant need of drops over the last week-and-a-half.Sports -
They’re Both Pro Hockey Players. This Is How They Make Their Marriage Work.
Luke Kunin has always enjoyed his wife Sophia’s support. Now that she’s playing at the highest level, it’s his turn to return the favor.Sports -
The Emotions of Each Premier League Title Race Fan Base
Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City played out crucial games on consecutive nights this week — and our columnist attended all three.Sports -
Six Quarterbacks and Plenty of Offense Taken in the N.F.L. Draft’s First Round
The Chicago Bears drafted Caleb Williams first overall; the Atlanta Falcons pulled the surprise of the night with Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8.Sports - NFL -
The N.F.L. Teams Feeling Increased Pressure to Draft a Franchise Quarterback
The Commanders, the Patriots and the Broncos are among the teams said to be seeking a marquee passer in this year’s N.F.L. draft.Sports - NFL -
What Do N.B.A. Players Think of Their Peers? We Asked Them.
Athletes from around the league vote on everything from Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James to the head coach they wouldn’t want to play for.Sports -
Our Expert Predicts Every Round of the N.B.A. Playoffs
Projecting this postseason was maddening. But one team has stood above the rest, a columnist from The Athletic writes.Sports -
Connor Bedard Was Hockey’s Most Hyped Prospect. He Has Lived Up to It All.
The 18-year-old entered the N.H.L. with unrealistic expectations and an unfair burden. His rookie season has dazzled fans.Sports -
Can Caitlin Clark Catalyze a Spike in W.N.B.A. Fandom?
At Iowa, the star’s impact was even greater than her résumé. Will that translate to the W.N.B.A.?Sports -
Scottie Scheffler Wins the Masters to Claim His Second Green Jacket
Scheffler, 27, shot a final-round 68 to finish four strokes clear of Ludvig Aberg.Sports -
Live Updates From the Masters at Augusta National
Scottie Scheffler leads after three rounds, looking to win his second green jacket.Sports -
The Defensive Strategy That Won UConn Its Second Straight Title
The Huskies gave up 37 points to Zach Edey but trusted in their strategy to shut down Purdue’s guards.Sports -
UConn Beats Purdue to Repeat as Men’s National Champions
Purdue’s Zach Edey scored 37 points, but UConn used a balanced attack to secure the 75-60 win.Sports -
South Carolina Beats Iowa for the Women’s National Title
The No. 1 Gamecocks completed an undefeated season, while Caitlin Clark ended her Hawkeye career.Sports -
Who Has the Edge in Iowa vs. South Carolina?
The country’s deepest team faces the national player of the year for all the marbles in the women’s N.C.A.A. tournament.Sports -
Caitlin Clark Didn’t Need to Be Perfect to Reach the Title Game. She Just Needed to Be Calm.
Against UConn with a national title game berth on the line, Clark’s 15 second-half points were as important as any she’s ever scored.Sports -
Caitlin Clark and Iowa Beat UConn to Return to the Women’s Title Game
The Huskies were up by as many as 12 in the first half, but the Hawkeyes, led by Hannah Stuelke’s 23 points, stormed back.Sports -
We Dreamed, They Delivered: How the Iowa-L.S.U. Showdown Exceeded the Hype
In a rematch of last year’s women’s national championship, Iowa got its revenge. But the game was so much more than that, a columnist from The Athletic writes.Sports -
UConn Upsets U.S.C. for Last Berth in the Women’s Final Four
Paige Bueckers led UConn with 28 points and 10 rebounds, while U.S.C.’s freshman phenom JuJu Watkins scored 29 points in the loss.Sports - March Madness -
Caitlin, Angel, JuJu and Paige: A Star-Studded Day for Basketball Is Here
Four superstars clash with two Final Four berths on the line. They are also making women’s basketball must-watch TV.Sports -
N.C. State Shocks Duke for the Last Spot in the Men’s Final Four
The No. 11-seeded Wolfpack, behind 29 points from DJ Burns, pulled away in the second half to upset the fourth-seeded Blue Devils.Sports - March Madness -
Women’s Elite Eight Is Set: UConn, U.S.C., Iowa and L.S.U. Advance
L.S.U. and Iowa will play a rematch of last year’s title game for a spot in the Final Four; U.S.C. and UConn will also face off on Monday.Sports -
Why Drafting a Successful N.F.L. Quarterback Remains ‘an Inexact Science’
The franchise quarterback — the highly coveted symbol of hope — is also the rarest of breeds.Sports - NFL -
The Oakland A’s Announced Their Relocation. Then the Real Drama Started.
A year after the franchise declared its intent to move to Las Vegas, fans are still grappling with the decision. “It’s like a death in the family,” one said.Sports -
What a Reporter’s Awkward Exchange With Caitlin Clark Shows About Sports Media
Journalists are parachuting in to cover the Clark phenomenon. But that doesn’t excuse a lack of tact, a columnist from The Athletic writes.Sports -
The Warriors Likely Won’t Be the Last Stop on Chris Paul’s N.B.A. Journey
Paul plans to play a 20th N.B.A. season next year, but it’s unclear which team he will represent.Sports -
Scottie Scheffler’s Display of Greatness at the Masters Is Worth Cherishing
The true source of Scheffler’s dominance rests between his ears, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports -
What Will Caitlin Clark’s W.N.B.A. Transition Look Like?
She has been the center of attention before. The only difference now is that the players she suits up against will be able to do something about it.Sports -
South Carolina and Iowa Prove That Women’s Sports Can and Will Thrive
For decades, women’s basketball was marginalized. But this season was different, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports -
UConn Is Back in the Men’s Championship Game After Dismissing Alabama
Alabama kept things close for most of the game, but UConn proved too much, and the Huskies will face Purdue for the title.Sports -
Undefeated South Carolina Beats N.C. State and Will Play for the Women’s Title
The Gamecocks outscored the Wolfpack by 29-6 in the third quarter to take a commanding lead.Sports - College Football -
For Iowa Fans, Caitlin Clark Can End a String of Heartbreaks
The school has a spotty track record in football and basketball. A championship could make up for past gut punches.Sports -
How DJ Burns Jr. and N.C. State Became the Cinderellas of March
“Nobody cares about a loser. That’s why I decided to be a winner,” Burns said.Sports -
Caitlin Clark Drains Nine 3-Pointers as Iowa Takes Down Louisiana State
Clark scored 41 points and recorded 12 assists to send the No. 1-seeded Hawkeyes back to the women’s Final Four.Sports