Top Sports Headlines – March 9, 2026

Kenneth Walker III's new workload in KC could have a big impact on his fantasy value.

Cruzeiro's 1-0 win over Atlético-MG in Sunday's Mineiro Championship final was overshadowed by a mass brawl that erupted seconds before the final whistle and resulted in 23 red cards issued.

The Seahawks are bringing back wide receiver Rashid Shaheed on a three-year, $51 million deal that includes $34.7 million guaranteed, agents Drew Rosenhaus and Robert Bailey told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.

The NBA has called off the Hawks' plans for celebrating Atlanta's famed strip club, saying it did so because of "concerns" from across the league.

Free agent center Tyler Linderbaum reached agreement Monday on a record deal with the Raiders, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Former Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa plans to sign a one-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The Phillies locked in Jesus Luzardo a year before he was due to reach free agency by agreeing on an extension worth $135 million, sources said.

If Michael Penix Jr. isn't ready for the season, the Falcons have a new lefty QB to start. Here are the key questions about the move.

Jon Jones asked the UFC to release him from his contract if the promotion believes "I'm done," a reaction to getting ''lowballed'' on the White House card offer.

Star wide receiver Mike Evans is leaving the Buccaneers to sign a three-year deal with the 49ers, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

After mulling changing his plans, Tigers ace Tarik Skubal decided to stick to his original plan and not pitch again in this year's World Baseball Classic.

Free agent QB Malik Willis, after reviving his career with the Packers, has agreed to a three-year, $67.5 million deal with the Dolphins, sources told ESPN.

The Green Bay Packers are moving on from offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins, releasing the left guard/center to free up more than $19.5 million in cap space.

The Washington Commanders are re-signing backup quarterback Marcus Mariota on a one-year, $7 million deal, according to NFL Network.

Former Chargers defensive end Odafe Oweh, who has 17.5 sacks since 2024, has agreed with the Commanders on a four-year, $100 million deal, his agents told ESPN.

In the weeks before Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. allegedly rammed his vehicle into WNBA player Rickea Jackson's car, at least seven 911 calls indicate heightened fears from his unidentified girlfriend that she was being stalked and harassed.

Former Chiefs quarterback Gardner Minshew reached an agreement Monday on a one-year, $8.25 million deal with the Cardinals, a source told ESPN.

Left tackle Jones has agreed to return to the Bears on a one-year deal worth up to $10 million, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

Baltimore, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh each were awarded a league-high four compensatory picks in next month's NFL draft based on their losses and signings in last year's free agency.

The Indianapolis Colts are re-signing wide receiver Alec Pierce but are trading his running mate Michael Pittman Jr. out of town.

The Panthers and QB Kenny Pickett agreed on a one-year, $7.5 million deal that includes $4 million in guarantees, a source told ESPN.

A week before Selection Sunday, which teams should be worried (Tennessee) or encouraged (Notre Dame)? And what's the state of the bubble?

Texas locked up the No. 3 overall seed, Duke moved to a No. 2 and West Virginia should host tournament games.

The five teams at the top. The players to watch. The narratives likely to shape the conference and NCAA tournaments.

With 2027 closer than you think, we forecast the 11 players Emma Hayes will count on for the tournament.