Pete Carroll Is Open to Medicinal Pot Use In The NFLPete Carroll, head coach of the Super Bowl-bound Seattle Seahawks, said in a press conference he would be open to medicinal pot use in the NFL.
Sochi Mayor Claims His City Has No Gay ResidentsRussia has been widely criticized for its handling of LGBT issues, and a recent comment from Sochi's mayor probably won't help the nation's image.
| Kristian Mundahl
Sherman's Rant Becomes Racial Debate Over Word 'Thug'In an interview on the response to his rant, Richard Sherman said he feels "thug" is a replacement for the n-word, causing a days-long media debate.
Did Rodman Violate U.S. Sanctions During N. Korea Trip?The U.S. Treasury Department is investigating whether Rodman's expensive gifts to Kim and his wife violating sanctions against North Korea.
Bill O'Reilly To Interview President Obama Before Super BowlFox News host Bill O'Reilly will sit down for a live interview with President Barack Obama prior to kickoff of the Super Bowl.
Ralph Lauren Unveils U.S. Olympic Opening Ceremony UniformsRalph Lauren showed off the U.S. uniforms for the 2014 Olympic opening ceremony for the first time Thursday.
Cheerleader Files Lawsuit Against Oakland RaidersAn Oakland Raiders cheerleader has filed a lawsuit against the team, accusing the organization of violating California wage and employment laws.
| John O'Connor
Warren Buffett Might Pay $1B For Your March Madness PicksBuffett's company, Berkshire Hathaway, is teaming up with Quicken Loans to offer the prize for a perfect bracket.
NFL Considers Eliminating The Extra Point KickNFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is considering getting rid of the extra point attempt. He calls it "almost automatic" in today's game.
Jamaica Bobsled Team Crowdfunds Olympic ReturnThe team qualified for the Winter Olympics for the first time since 2002, but lacked the $80,000 needed to actually get to the games.
Why Everyone's Still Talking About Richard ShermanSeahawks cornerback Richard Sherman went off in a postgame interview after the NFC championship game Sunday. Now he's explaining why.
Super Bowl XLVIII Teams Set: Seahawks Vs. Broncos On Feb. 2The Seahawks pulled off a narrow victory of the 49ers Sunday night, sending them to the Super Bowl for the second time in franchise history.
Dennis Rodman Checks Into Rehab For AlcoholismFormer NBA star Dennis Rodman has checked into rehab shortly after visiting North Korea to celebrate Kim Jong Un's birthday.
MLB Approves Expanded Replay For 2014 SeasonThe extended replay system will allow managers to challenge disputed or controversial calls on the field.
Sacramento Kings Become First Pro Team To Accept BitcoinsThe Sacramento Kings will accept bitcoins as payment for tickets, merchandise and food beginning March 1.
Kershaw, Dodgers Reportedly Agree To $200M+ DealThe 25-year-old Kershaw and the Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly agreed to a seven-year, $215 million contract extension.
Fox To Debut Infrared Cams, Wind Technology For Super BowlFox will use infrared cameras to show players' body heat during the Super Bowl. New technology showing the wind in detail will also be unveiled.
Judge Might Add On To NFL's $765M Settlement PayoutU.S. District Judge Anita Brody temporarily rejected the NFL's agreement to pay players $765 million in compensation for brain injuries.
Seahawks, Broncos Place Ticket Embargo On Opposing FansThe Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos restricted sales of NFC and AFC Championship tickets to fans in certain billing address areas.
Cubs Fans Unhappy With New Mascot 'Clark'Chicago Cubs fans have been voicing their frustrations with the team's new mascot "Clark the Cub" saying he's too cute to be a mascot.
| Charlie McKeague
Alex Rodriguez Files Lawsuit Against MLB, MLBPAA-Rod and his legal team had threatened to sue if his suspension stayed in place, and Monday they stayed true to their word.
Famous Duke Jersey Sells For $119,500 At AuctionChristian Laettner's #32 jersey from "The Shot" sold on auction site Lelands.com, becoming the site's third-highest-grossing piece of memorabilia.
Anthony Bosch Claims He Received Death ThreatsBosch detailed to CBS's "60 Minutes" how he allegedly helped Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez and other MLB players dope.
Ex-NFL Player Josh Brent To Stand Trial For Fatal AccidentEx-Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Josh Brent will stand trial Monday for being behind the wheel in a car crash that killed teammate Jerry Brown.
A-Rod Gets Reduced Suspension, Loses $25M Salary For 1 YearThe Yankees third baseman will be suspended for the entire 2014 season, which is the longest drug-related suspension in MLB history.
Penn State Hires James Franklin As New Head CoachPenn State University has hired James Franklin as its sixteenth head coach in the school's 127 years of football.
| John O'Connor
Journalist Sells Hall Of Fame Ballot, Gets Voting BanDan Le Batard sold his Hall of Fame ballot to Deadspin, which let its readers fill it out. Now Le Batard is banned for life from Hall of Fame voting.
WWE To Launch Streaming Service In FebruaryWorld Wrestling Entertainment will push its content through an around-the-clock online streaming service starting Feb. 24.
| Erik Shute
Rodman Apologizes For Outburst, Says He'd Been DrinkingFormer NBA star Dennis Rodman issued an apology for the comments he made on CNN about Kenneth Bae, the American missionary detained in North Korea.
| John O'Connor
Johnny Manziel Officially Declares For The NFL DraftWednesday Johnny Manziel announced he'll leave Texas A&M for the NFL, and many writers are ranking him the second or third best QB in the draft.
