Your Daily Sports Rundown
🏀 March Madness Tips Off
The 64-team March Madness field is ready to roll. In the final First Four games, Prairie View A&M surged with a 40-point second half to defeat Lehigh, while Miami (OH) drained threes to overcome SMU.
Now, the first-round matchups are set to ignite the tournament. Make sure your Bracket Games picks are locked in and check out the complete schedule to plan your viewing marathon.
Louisville's journey will start without freshman standout Mikel Brown Jr., who’s sidelined with a back injury against South Florida. Before locking in your brackets or placing bets, consult our injury tracker for the latest updates.
⚽ Messi Reaches 900 Goals
Switching gears to the pitch, Lionel Messi netted his 900th career goal during the Concacaf Champions Cup clash against Nashville SC. Joining Cristiano Ronaldo in this elite club, Messi's milestone was bittersweet as Inter Miami bowed out due to the away goals rule after a 1-1 draw.
⚾ Gerrit Cole's Comeback
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole returned to the mound for his first start since Tommy John surgery. After missing the 2025 season, Cole's spring training outing against the Red Sox was promising, with a scoreless inning and a fastball clocking in at 98.7 mph. Yankee fans are hopeful for a strong season ahead.
🏀 WNBA's New CBA
In a significant move for women's sports, the WNBA and its players' union have agreed on a new CBA, ensuring the 2026 season kicks off on time. With this settled, the focus now shifts to an exciting free agency period.
🏀 Lock in Those Brackets
The NCAA Tournament's first weekend is a sports fan's paradise. As Ohio State and TCU tip off at 12:15 p.m.
ET, prepare for an overload of college basketball drama. Our experts have you covered with picks and predictions for Thursday’s standout games.
Nebraska seeks its first tournament win, but can they overcome the pressure? Expert Chip Patterson suggests a low-scoring affair as Nebraska battles the nerves of breaking their March Madness drought.
Whether you're finalizing your bracket or making last-minute changes, our team is here to help. From cheat sheets to in-depth previews of each region, we've got all the tools you need to make informed decisions.
🏈 NFL Power Rankings Shake-Up
As the NFL free agency dust begins to settle, Pete Prisco's latest Power Rankings reveal some intriguing shifts. The Rams have transformed a weakness into a strength by acquiring cornerbacks Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson, pushing them to the No. 2 spot. Meanwhile, the middle of the pack sees plenty of movement, with teams like the Chiefs and Colts climbing the ranks.
👍👎 Highlights and Lowlights
- The 2026 Valspar Championship tees off today, and we've got a full preview.
- Andy Dalton joins the Eagles in a trade from the Panthers.
- The Bucks and Warriors might consider resting their stars, Giannis and Steph, for the season's remainder.
- The Red Sox face a tough road back to the playoffs after last year’s success.
- Keep an eye on these standout players in the 2026 Women's NCAA Tournament.
- Oregon QB Dante Moore’s re-signing is making waves in college football.
- Tom Brady leaves the door open for Olympic flag football.
- The Stars look poised for the No. 1 seed in the latest NHL Power Rankings.
📺 What We're Watching
- March Madness: Wall-to-wall coverage all day long.
- Valspar Championship: First round at 2 p.m. on Golf Channel.
- NBA Action: Magic vs. Hornets at 7 p.m. on NBA TV.
- Soccer Showdowns: Galaxy vs. Mount Pleasant FA at 7 p.m., FC Cincinnati vs.
Tigres UANL at 9 p.m. on FS1.
Get ready for a thrilling day in sports!