SPORTS

The playoff is expanding this season from four teams to 12, with the five highest-ranked conference champions — regardless of league — and seven at-large selections. The nine Bowl Subdivision conferences and Notre Dame reached an agreement Friday on a six-year deal to continue the College Football Playoff through the 2031 season, a significant step … Read more

As expected, the Dallas Cowboys didn’t splurge on the top free agents but they’ve finally gotten around to upgrading the roster after the slow start. DALLAS — After a rough first few days for the Dallas Cowboys in free agency – Surprise! – the team bounced back as they usually do in time for the second … Read more

Although smaller than many top defensive tackles, Donald used his extraordinary athleticism and game savvy to wreak havoc on offenses throughout his career. LOS ANGELES — Defensive lineman Aaron Donald has announced his retirement after a standout 10-year career with the Los Angeles Rams. The three-time AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year made his … Read more

It’s the first time Mamiko Tanaka, Ohtani’s new wife, has been seen with him in public since he revealed they were married. SEOUL, South Korea — Shohei Ohtani and his wife arrived in South Korea with his Los Angeles Dodgers teammates on Friday ahead of their season-opening games with the San Diego Padres next week. Ohtani, … Read more