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Sources: Saints LT Banks to have ankle surgery, out indefinitely

KATHERINE TERRELL

Saints left tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. is out indefinitely with a high ankle sprain and needs surgery, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

Doc Rivers joins NBC as analyst, says coaching career over

Doc Rivers turned down an offer to become an NBA analyst for NBC after retiring as a player in 1996 because he couldn't promise then-NBC Sports chairman Dick Ebersol that he wouldn't become a coach.

Vikings QB Murray clears concussion protocol, will start vs. Bucs

Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray has cleared the concussion protocol and will start Sunday's game at the Buccaneers, coach Kevin O'Connell announced Monday.

Adieu, Batum: 18-year NBA vet, Team France stalwart retires

BEN GOLLIVER

Nicolas Batum has announced his retirement after 18 NBA seasons. A mainstay of the French national team, Batum played most of his NBA career with the Clippers, Hornets and Blazers.

Commanders still await Daniels timeline, will start Mariota vs. Seahawks

The Commanders have not established a timeline for star quarterback Jayden Daniels to return from a dislocated left elbow.

Falcons QB Penix to make season debut Thursday vs. Packers

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. will make his season debut this Thursday night when he starts against the Packers, the team announced Monday.

NFL: 'No concerns' over field conditions in Rio for Cowboys-Ravens

JAMISON HENSLEY

NFL field director Nick Pappas said there are "no concerns right now" over the field conditions for Sunday's game between the Cowboys and Ravens in Rio de Janeiro.

Sources: Cubs' Bregman has facial fractures, hopeful for postseason

ESPN

Chicago Cubs star Alex Bregman suffered multiple facial fractures after being struck by a foul ball while standing in the on-deck circle Sunday, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

A cathartic win 293 days in the making: Hanging in The Grove for Lane Kiffin's return

CHUCK CULPEPPER

After unmatched hype and buildup -- and an epic scene at The Grove -- Ole Miss got the best of Lane Kiffin and LSU.

Is it time to be concerned about Jayden Daniels? We answer lingering questions after his latest injury

JOHN KEIM

Experts weigh in on Daniels' latest injury -- what it means for him, the Commanders, and their collective futures.

Eagles TE Goedert to miss time with MCL sprain, sources say

Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert is likely to miss a few weeks due to a sprained MCL, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

Rams star WR Nacua (hip) inactive for 'MNF' vs. Giants

SARAH BARSHOP

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua will be active/will not be active on Monday Night Football against the New York Giants.

WNBA awards tracker: Wilson (MVP), Miles (ROY) and all of ESPN's picks

MICHAEL VOEPEL AND ALEXA PHILIPPOU AND KENDRA ANDREWS AND KAREEM COPELAND

A'ja Wilson (MVP) and Olivia Miles (ROY) are shoo-ins. A Golden State duo is among our other award winners.

Jones takes responsibility for Steveson's early exit after upset

BRETT OKAMOTO

Jon Jones took responsibility for Gable Steveson's quick exit after a historic upset on Saturday, saying his instant reaction was to "get my friend to the back to make sure he was OK."

Darnold set to return to Seahawks practice Wednesday, Macdonald says

BRADY HENDERSON

Coach Mike Macdonald also said "there is a chance" that quarterback Sam Darnold will play this week at Washington.