Raiders RB McFadden is 'full speed ahead'
The Oakland Raiders are finally getting a chance to see what their offense can look like with both Carson Palmer and Darren McFadden on the field.

Ex-Syracuse coach's wife to sue ESPN for libel
The wife of a fired Syracuse University assistant basketball coach claims ESPN trampled her reputation by broadcasting salacious and false stories about molestation claims against her husband.

Bulls' Rose (ACL) out 8-12 months, doctor says
Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose will be out at least eight to 12 months after undergoing surgery to repair his left ACL, said Dr. Brian Cole, who performed the surgery on Saturday.

Burnside: Rangers score with McDonagh, Girardi pairing
Whether Ryan McDonagh and Dan Girardi came together via happenstance or not, you could hardly find two more inexorably linked yet unique pieces of the New York Rangers' Stanley Cup puzzle, writes Scott Burnside.

Ex-Packers DE Jolly granted 'shock' probation
Former NFL defensive end Johnny Jolly has been given 10 years of "shock" probation by a judge, just six months after he was sentenced to prison for violating terms of his probation for a drug conviction.

Saints reportedly to leave Payton's seat empty
The Saints will leave Sean Payton's seat on the team's bus and plane this season and will do the same in team meetings, the Times-Picayune of New Orleans reported this week.

Pacers' Bird named NBA Executive of the Year
Everything always seemed to come so easily for Larry Bird on a basketball court.

Clemens accuser McNamee: 'Didn't make it up'
Brian McNamee said he didn't make up the allegations against Roger Clemens.

Jays' Lawrie banned 4 games; plans to appeal
Brett Lawrie of the Toronto Blue Jays has been suspended for four games by Major League Baseball after he threw his batting helmet and it bounced off an umpire.

LeBron: Playing PF for injured Bosh 'taxing'
LeBron James said it's tougher playing inside now that Chris Bosh is hurt.