USA Sports News | 2018-08-02

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Ohio State puts Urban Meyer on administrative leave:

Ohio State placed head coach Urban Meyer on administrative leave Wednesday as it investigates Courtney Smith's claims that several people close to the coach knew of a 2015 domestic violence allegation against her ex-husband, former OSU coach Zach Smith.


Cleveland Browns move Joel Bitonio to left tackle spot: Nick Shook

A week after dancing around the idea of sending Joel Bitonio out to the edge of the Browns' offensive line, Hue Jackson has committed to the change. Bitonio lined up at tackle in practice Wednesday.


Colts lineman Mewhort retires at 26 years old after multiple knee injuries: AP

Jack Mewhort kept trying to play through knee pain.


Yankees' Sonny Gray denies being racist after controversial 2012 tweet found: Randy Miller | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

Yankees pitcher Sonny Gray defended himself after pitching Wednesday at Yankee Stadium.


MLB trade deadline: Yankees, Red Sox make moves to match up better against each other in playoff race:

The Yankees and Red Sox are set to begin a big four-game series Thursday night


Former Ohio State wrestling coach urged Rep. Jim Jordan's accusers to recant, texts show: Corky Siemaszko

Retired Ohio State wrestling coach Russ Hellickson reached out to two ex-team members and asked them to support their former assistant coach, Jim Jordan, they said.


Tiger Woods last win came at Firestone. This is his last chance to win there again.: Doug Ferguson

Firestone will host the world's best players for the last time at the Bridgestone Invitational, and it wouldn't be the same without Woods. He has won it eight times, a PGA Tour record for most victories on the same golf course.


NBA free agency 2018: Carmelo Anthony set to join Rockets on one-year deal after clearing waivers, report says:

Anthony is officially a free agent, and will reportedly become a member of the Rockets' championship quest


Another day, another drama, and the Nationals hold off Mets, 5-3:

Washington designates Shawn Kelley for assignment a day after trading Brandon Kintzler.


Patriots put Jordan Matthews on IR with hamstring injury:

Veteran wide receiver Jordan Matthews was placed on IR by the New England Patriots and then released with an injury settlement Wednesday.


The Draymond Green-Tristan Thompson feud may lead to an exciting new trend:

It might put a dent in the modern news-gathering machine for a bit, but maybe that will help news gatherers find more substantive outlets...


JR Sweezy re-signs with Seahawks:

J.R. Sweezy, who was released by the Buccaneers in June, signed on Wednesday with the Seahawks, the team with which he spent his first four NFL seasons.


What to know Wednesday at NFL training camps: Mahomes' INT fest:

The latest must-see videos and updates from NFL camps. Catch up with what's happening across the league.


Rex Ryan 'would be shocked' if Sam Darnold not Jets' Week 1 starting QB: Brad Taningco

The New York Jets finally have rookie quarterback Sam Darnold in training camp after coming to terms on his rookie contract. But after missing the first few practices, the No. 3 overall pick in the draft now finds himself third in the Jets’ quarterback depth …


The financial implications of five star-studded MLB trade deadline deals:

It's difficult to gauge who wins and loses at the MLB trade deadline now, but we can project how some players will play and their value the rest of the season.


Ex-Chargers LB Shawne Merriman Signs Bare-Knuckle Fighting Contract: Mike Chiari

Former NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman signed a deal with the World Bare Knuckle Fighting Federation on Wednesday, according to ESPN.com's Brett Okamoto ...


A 10-year-old nicknamed 'Superman' broke a really old Michael Phelps record:

Clark Kent Apuada didn't really have much of a choice with his nickname.


Packers LB Ryan has torn ACL, source says:

Jake Ryan, who was slated to start at inside linebacker for the Packers this season, has a torn ACL, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.


'Black Panther Challenge' Creator Launches 'Caucasian' Campaign Against Redskins Logo: Dan Cancian

Frederick Joseph said he was surprised by the negative reaction to his stunt.


1 Trade Idea for Every NBA Team Post-Free Agency: Adam Fromal

If you haven't had enough player movement during a raucous 2018 offseason, we have you covered. Sure, 60 players have already joined the NBA fraternity via the draft...