What we’re hearing in the transfer window: Liverpool, Man United, Olmo latest The January transfer window is now open but what are our reporters hearing about potential deals?

PSU’s Franklin: ‘Too early’ to say if Carter plays Penn State coach James Franklin says it’s “too early” to determine whether All-American defensive end Abdul Carter (shoulder) will play in the CFP semifinals against Notre Dame.

Bucs’ Whitehead in accident, won’t play Sunday Buccaneers starting safety Jordan Whitehead was involved in an automobile accident on his way to the team facility Saturday and will not play in Sunday’s game against the Saints, the team announced.

Heat focused on ‘who’s with us’ after Butler ban Jimmy Butler begins his team-issued suspension Saturday, and while Heat players say it’s disappointing to be without the veteran star, they are now focusing on “who’s with us now.”

Commanders get RB Ekeler back ahead of playoffs The Commanders activated running back Austin Ekeler off injured reserve, giving them a key offensive player back as they prepare for the postseason.

UConn frosh McNeeley (ankle) to miss ‘weeks’ UConn star freshman Liam McNeeley will miss “weeks” with a high-ankle sprain, coach Dan Hurley announced Saturday.

Lionel Messi and Magic Johnson Among Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipients The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the United States’ highest civilian honor.

JJ Redick Responds to Criticism From Charles Barkley The Lakers coach said he was unfazed by the TNT analyst’s comments.

Why Notre Dame’s Sugar Bowl Victory Was a Long Time Coming There’s no doubt the Irish are meeting the goals of head coach Marcus Freeman, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Miami Heat Suspend Star Jimmy Butler for ‘Conduct Detrimental to the Team’ The N.B.A. forward said in a press conference Thursday that his joy for basketball will “probably not” be restored while with the team.

Is It Time for the Giants to Move On From Their General Manager? Joe Schoen and the head coach, Brian Daboll, came to New York from Buffalo as a “package deal.” That may no longer be the case.

Grading Every N.H.L. Team as the Season Nears the Halfway Mark By now, we generally know what each team is and isn’t. What better time to break out our red pens and hand out some report cards?

Marcus Rashford at Manchester United. What’s Going on? The England striker is one of the team’s highest earners but has been absent during a crucial period for his club.

How a 17-year-old Darts Phenomenon Achieved Sporting Greatness World champion, famous, a millionaire. What on earth is next for Luke Littler, other than impending adulthood?

Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase closing in on triple crown With a mildly productive game Saturday vs. Pittsburgh, Chase will become the fifth player to reach that milestone.

Steelers desperate to turn 0-3 skid around and end season on better note After clicking on all cylinders earlier in the season, Pittsburgh has gone winless since Week 14.

Jets soar up to No. 1, plus New Year’s resolutions for each team A major shuffle in the voting gives us a brand-new order in the top five. Plus, here’s what each team must focus on as the calendar has flipped.

‘He’s definitely the MVP’: Will Lamar Jackson cap his best season with third award? The Baltimore quarterback will make his final case for the accolade against the Browns.

Inside the Browns’ descent into NFL mediocrity: How they got to 13 losses — and QB purgatory The Browns went from a playoff team to a three-win mess. Do they have a plan to fix it in 2025?

Broncos’ throwbacks, Titans’ Oilers look top NFL’s Week 18 uniforms The final regular-season week of the NFL season has no shortage of strong uniforms.