Sports

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell shrugged off declining television ratings, saying the league’s games resulted in some of the highest-rated shows in 2017.

The NFL’s Oakland Raiders are reportedly set to sign Jon Gruden, the Super Bowl-winning coach-turned-ESPN analyst, a record-setting sum to become their next head coach.

Atlanta police are working with the U.S. Secret Service to secure the area, an Atlanta police official said.

The Jaguars Foundation is also covering transportation costs for the refugees who attend the game through the promotion.

A former investment banker quit his job to start a non-profit organization that empowers and inspire the youth from primarily underserved communities through the sport of rugby.

A pair of Alabama defensive players scored touchdowns 13 seconds apart in the third quarter, and the No. 4 Crimson Tide dominated top-ranked Clemson 24-6 in the Sugar Bowl semifinal game.

No. 3 Georgia beat No. 2 Oklahoma 54-48 in the College Football Playoff semifinal Monday night.

Teams in Texas, Florida, Nevada and Washington state may have become more attractive destinations for free agents following the enactment of tax law changes.

Schnatter, 56, will continue to serve as chairman of the board. Papa John’s COO Steve Ritchie will succeed Schnatter as CEO in January.

Nike reported a nearly 5 percent rise in quarterly revenue on Thursday as sales growth in international markets offset weakness in North America.

Undefeated boxer Floyd Mayweather could soon transition to a career in mixed martial arts, according to a report Wednesday.