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After a stunning weekend of allegations, Northwestern turned Pat Fitzgerald's original two-week suspension into a permanent firing. - Josh B.


	Northwestern fires Pat Fitzgerald, but questions still remain

	Fitzgerald was originally suspended two weeks following investigation
	...but details showed Northwestern dropped the ball with punishment
	Northwestern president says he ‘may have erred’ in original suspension
	Northwestern players pushed back against allegations of hazing
	Northwestern hazing whistleblower wanted to see Fitzgerald ‘rot in jail’?

The Top 10


10	Vladimir Guerrero Jr. joins father in making Derby history

	ESPN botches graphic after Guerrero Jr. wins the Home Run Derby
	Vlad Jr. passes Albert Pujols on HR Derby all-time list in first round
	Watch: Julio Rodriguez hits record 41 HRs in first round of Derby
	Adley Rutschman looked forward to 'father-son experience of a lifetime'
	Mookie Betts set a lofty goal for himself for Derby performance


9	Christopher Eubanks' upset run rides into Wimbledon quarters

	Novak Djokovic rallies into Wimbledon quarterfinals after delay
	Madison Keys halts Russian teen's surprising run at Wimbledon
	Carlos Alcaraz weathers storm to reach maiden quarterfinals
	Holger Rune continues successful Wimbledon run with convincing win
	Wimbledon officials won't make decrees on handshake drama


8	National crisis: AL out to extend All-Star Game dominance

	All-Star Game SP matchup brings back 2001 World Series memories
	All-Braves infield? NL manager ponders using an Atlanta mix
	Shohei Ohtani attracts an unbelievable media scrum at All-Star Game
	Ohtani not focused on the future, admits it ‘sucks to lose’ with Angels
	Injured Yankees slugger Aaron Judge explains what he'll miss about ASG

“For Anthony [Richardson], we know it’s going to be tough. But he has to play to get better. There’s no question." - Jim Irsay


7	Jim Irsay: Colts have to get their rookie QB on the field

	Cowboys' Dak Prescott opens up about pressure to win as he turns 30
	Texans QB C.J. Stroud going the extra mile to build chemistry with WRs
	Insider remains uncertain about injury status of Raiders QB
	Browns likely to carry three quarterbacks in 2023 season
	Ranking the lousy NFC South's quarterback situations


6	Spurs make controversial decision with star rookie

	Victor Wembanyama vents his frustration with his recent schedule
	...and has a honest admission on rough NBA Summer League debut
	...but quiets critics in second outing
	Jerry West compares Wembanyama to an all-time NBA legend
	After signing extension, Gregg Popovich is on pace for record-setting longevity


5	MLB commissioner serenaded by unhappy fans during draft

	Rob Manfred makes embarrassing gaffe announcing MLB Draft pick
	LSU teammates make draft history
	First rounder says Cubs are 'perfect fit'
	Red Sox first-round pick compares himself to this MVP catcher
	Scott Harris explains why Tigers passed on highly-touted OF in draft


4	Scouts, coaches believe Steelers star is 'starting to decline'

	Insider thinks Steelers will extend head coach Mike Tomlin 'before the season'
	Could Ravens sign this former No. 1 overall pick edge-rusher?
	Coordinator believes Micah Parsons could become best edge-rusher in NFL
	Jets CB Sauce Gardner wants more after winning Defensive Rookie of the Year
	Lions insider details the latest on the team's cornerback room

“Disappointed. But then again, I also understand it's business." - Joel Embiid


3	Joel Embiid addresses trade request from James Harden

	Portland GM opens up about timeline of potential Damian Lillard trade
	Celtics 'making progress' on contract extension with Jaylen Brown
	Analyst proposes change to Steph Curry's role on the Warriors
	Rockets' Dillon Brooks makes another bold claim he probably can't back up
	Veteran guard traded thrice in 10 days


2	The less heralded breakout rookie for the Reds

	Watch: Reds' Elly De La Cruz steals second, third and home seconds apart
	Aaron Boone reunites with old teammate as Yankees find new hitting coach
	Who could the Nationals ship off at the trade deadline?
	Marlins reinstate veteran righty from IL
	Three Tigers takeaways at the break


1	The best contracts signed in 2023 NHL free agency so far

	Tim Tebow to co-own ECHL team
	Pierre-Luc Dubois chalks up reputation to being 'misunderstood'
	Flyers sign Cam York to two-year deal
	Sharks sign former No. 6 overall pick
	Grading the Alex DeBrincat trade

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