WNBA draftees eye rosters as new CBA looms
Paige Bueckers heads to Dallas as the top pick while 37 others chase scarce roster spots before training camps open. The league, expanding to 16 teams with 156 total rosters, faces a 2026 CBA talks with players seeking higher salaries and new economics amid a growing global game and a record viewership baseline.
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TV ratings for women's college hoops rise with starless season
ESPN posted its most-watched regular season in 16 years despite Caitlin Clark's absence and missing two top players. UConn, South Carolina, Texas and LSU delivered big games on ABC and Fox, boosting overall viewership and highlighting depth and growth of the women's game.
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Wisconsin Badgers Lose Top Tackle to ACL Injury
Wisconsin offensive tackle Kevin Heywood is set to miss the entire season after tearing his ACL in spring practice. Heywood, projected starter at left tackle, injured his knee last Thursday, and coach Luke Fickell confirmed the severity. The Badgers return an old starting line after finishing 5-7 last season.
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Dolphins pursue trade for Ramsey after talks with agent
Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier confirms ongoing trade options for All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey. Ramsey did not request a trade or pay raise, but after weeks of talks with Ramsey's representation, both sides agree it may be best to move on. Ramsey played all 17 games in 2024 with 60 tackles, two interceptions, 11 passes defensed and a sack.
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