SBJ Unpacks: Marcus Spears delves into his rise at ESPN

Tonight in Unpacks: When ESPN gave Marcus Spears a multiyear extension and a seat on the “NFL Live” desk, it was an endorsement of his rise through the ranks. In this week’s Sports Media Podcast, Spears talks about his post-NFL career at ESPN. You’re reading the Lite version of SBJ Unpacks. Subscribe to SBJ All Access for the full version of this newsletter, plus daily email alerts, executive transactions, virtual SBJ Event access and dozens of other subscriber-only benefits. Here are the stories you’re missing in tonight’s full newsletter: Other headlines: Learfield completes $1.1 billion recapitalization Gauff, Djokovic wins help stem ESPN viewership losses at U.S. Open Broncos showcase ambition, confidence in Empower Field renovation Canadian Tire is presenting sponsor for inaugural PWHL draft McAfee alternate telecast pushes Texas-Bama past Coach Prime Op-ed: Black coaches excel at recruiting, but white coaches profit from it Spirit's full-time move to Audi Field results in attendance spike 160over90 to remain USAA's agency of record In this morning's Buzzcast, SBJ’s Abe Madkour shares his thoughts on: Thunder’s future in Oklahoma City looks brighter Massive Week 1 for NFL, with ‘MNF’ setting ESPN record Big brands, big names driving strong college football start Jim Trotter’s discrimination lawsuit raises ugly allegations ManU flexes its global strength with shirt sponsorship deal Jimmy Pitaro thinks Disney-Charter deal will help ESPN+ Sports Media Podcast: Marcus Spears is 'The Big Get' ESPN analyst Marcus Spears joins as "The Big Get" in this week's episode of the Sports Media Podcast. He outlines his career to Andrew Marchand of the N.Y. Post and SBJ's John Ourand, one that brought him from the NFL to ESPN. Spears talks about his multiyear contract extension at ESPN and the other opportunities that cropped up as he went through the negotiating process. Before their interview with Spears, Marchand and Ourand speak with Disney’s Justin Connolly (president, platform distribution), who was one of the key executives in the Disney-Charter deal. Connolly discusses what last weekend was like as the two sides had round-the-clock discussions to close the deal. Other topics include why the deal works for ESPN, whether it provides a blueprint for other distributors, what implications it has on ESPN’s planned direct-to-consumer service and how it will influence ESPN’s aggressiveness in acquiring sports rights. Click the above image to view the full video Enjoying This Newsletter?  SBJ offers several must-read newsletters covering Betting, College Sports, Esports, Football, Marketing and Media. To stay in the know, read SBJ's newsletters.   Something in Sports Catch Your Eye? Tell Me About It Manage Your SBJ Preferences Go To Account Be Where the Sports Industry is Every Day No longer wish to receive this email? Manage Your Account. This email was sent by: Sports Business Journal/Sports Business Daily 120 W. Morehead St., Charlotte, NC, 28202, USA

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on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 2:00 PM Portia: Financial Fitness       Financial powerhouse and author Jewel Tankard is in the studio giving two entrepreneurs advice on how to maintain and expand their businesses. It's an episode chocked full of financial nuggets.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 2:00 PM AlphaTauri facing 2024 driver 'headache': 'Three into two doesn't go'       Red Bull face a three-way driver scrap for two spots at AlphaTauri for F1 2024...

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:59 PM Stocks rise after inflation data shows a reacceleration: Stock market news today       August's Consumer Price Index inflation report is a key data point for the Fed when it decides on rates policy next week.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:58 PM Cher loves these flared pants from Amazon that make her look 'bootyfull' — and they're down to $17       More than 26,000 shoppers agree with the 77-year-old performer — you'll want a pair for every day of the week.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:57 PM Housing remains key component to bringing inflation down       The shelter component in the latest Consumer Price Index rose 0.3% in August from the previous month.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:56 PM Dan Evans and Jack Draper lead GB to opening Davis Cup victory over Australia       Evans defeated Alex De Minaur 6-1 2-6 6-4 after Draper's narrow victory over Thanasi Kokkinakis.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:56 PM Biden wants UAW, automakers to work around-the-clock to avert strike       U.S. President Joe Biden wants auto union UAW and major automakers to work around-the-clock to avoid a strike, White House economic adviser Jared Bernstein said Wednesday. Biden has "encouraged the parties to stay at the table and to work 24 and 7 to get a win-win agreement that keeps UAW workers at the heart of our auto future," Bernstein said.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:55 PM Dazzling new Govee Curtain Lights are $30 off at Amazon       Govee makes tons of different smart home products. But some might say that Govee is best known for all the different smart lighting solutions it … The post Dazzling new Govee Curtain Lights are $30 off at Amazon appeared first on BGR.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:55 PM Joe Burrow shows up to Bengals practice with a new look       Joe Burrow changed things up.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:55 PM Utah GOP Sen. Mitt Romney, former presidential candidate and governor, won't seek reelection in 2024       Utah Republican Sen. Mitt Romney said Wednesday that he will not run for reelection in 2024, creating a wide-open contest in a state that heavily favors Republicans and is expected to attract a crowded field. Romney, a former presidential candidate and governor of Massachusetts, made the announcement in a video statement. The 76-year-old easily won election in reliably GOP Utah in 2018 but was expected to face more resistance from his own party after he emerged as one of the most visible members to break with former President Donald Trump, who is still the party's de-facto leader.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:54 PM High Court appeals against the government such as Rwanda flights 'suitable for live streaming'       High court appeals against the Government over issues such as deportation flights to Rwanda should be opened up to the cameras because of their "intense" public interest, the Lord Chief Justice said.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:54 PM Matt Wallner's solo homer (12)       Matt Wallner gets the Twins on the board with a solo home run to center field in the bottom of the 3rd inning

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:54 PM Why the Philadelphia Phillies are poised for postseason success | The Bandwagon       Yahoo Sports MLB writers Zach Crizer and Hannah Keyser discuss how the unique makeup of the Phillies puts them in strong position heading into the postseason despite a bumpy regular season. Hear the full conversation on The Bandwagon. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:54 PM Final Vikings week 2 injury report vs. Eagles       One Viking was ruled out with two more listed as questionable

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:53 PM Reward offered as Boise police seek masked man committing armed robberies. See video       The Boise Police Department will pay $5,000 for information that leads to an arrest.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:53 PM Collaborative Air Combat Drones Will Head To Pacific En Masse       A new Air Force strategy highlights major advantages offered by drones collaborating with fighters in future high-end fights in the Pacific.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:53 PM Lufthansa Is Adding New U.S.-to-Europe Routes Next Year — See Where       The airline is expanding its presence across the country by adding more flights at various hubs and also new routes.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:53 PM Argentina's front-runner calls pope an 'imbecile' — all part of the populists' playbook | Opinion       Javier Milei is following the same campaign strategy as Donald Trump to dominate in the media, says Andres Oppenheimer | Opinion

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:53 PM Fed gets an August inflation curveball to keep hikes alive       Federal Reserve officials hoping for evidence of a clear decline in inflation and a slowing economy got some of each from data since their last meeting, but likely not enough of either to downplay the possible need for further rate increases later this year. Overall consumer prices rose month-over-month at the fastest pace in 14 months in August, and while that was driven largely by volatile energy costs, a measure of underlying inflation also accelerated unexpectedly. While economists believe inflation trends are still moving in the Fed's favor, August represented the sort of surprise that would keep officials leaning towards at least one additional rate increase to be reflected in new economic projections at the end of their upcoming Sept. 19-20 meeting.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:53 PM GOP legislative leaders' co-chair flap has brought the Ohio Redistricting Commission to a standstill       Ohio's latest attempt to draw fair political maps crumbled amid Republican infighting Wednesday, begging the question of whether a commission unable even to appoint its co-chairs will be able to negotiate a bipartisan redistricting solution within the few short weeks it's been allotted. Gov. Mike DeWine grudgingly gaveled the reconstituted Ohio Redistricting Commission to order.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:52 PM FDA approves updated Moderna and Pfizer Covid boosters set to arrive soon as cases rise: Latest       An updated Coronavirus booster that targets a new variant is expected to be made available in September

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:52 PM Are the Minnesota Vikings wasting Justin Jefferson's talents?       Most would argue that Justin Jefferson is the best wideout in the NFL today, but Lorenzo Reyes breaks down whether or not that talent is being wasted in Minnesota.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:52 PM The five style lessons to take from New York Fashion Week       Pragmatism in fashion is underrated. It's why American brands become commercial behemoths with effortless, pared-back style, yet critical acclaim still goes to edgy European designers who manage to sell a handful of one-legged sequin jumpsuits before their business implodes.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:52 PM Amazon Stock Today: Why This Put Ratio Backspread Trade Has High Profit Potential — To A Point       In this column, we've delved into popular option trades like covered calls and iron condors. Amazon makes a good candidate for this strategy lately, so we'll explore a monthlong trade with Amazon stock. A put backspread involves selling a put, then buying two further out-of-the-money puts.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:52 PM Body found in trunk of Jaguar parked outside popular Atlanta bathhouse, Georgia cops say       Police responded to a "suspicious activity" call outside the sauna.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:52 PM White House defends U.S.-Iran prisoner swap deal       The White House on Wednesday defended a U.S.-Iran prisoner swap deal that has drawn criticism from Republicans, saying Iran gets no U.S. sanctions relief from the deal. The United States on Monday waived sanctions to allow the transfer of $6 billion in Iranian funds from South Korea to Qatar, a step needed to carry out a previously announced U.S.-Iran prisoner swap, according to a U.S. document seen by Reuters.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:52 PM How Laura Prepon Quietly Responded After Danny Masterson Was Accused Of Rape       They were Scientology buddies from way back.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:52 PM UPDATE 1-After impeachment move, McCarthy struggles to avert US government shutdown       A day after opening an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Wednesday faced a new test of whether his slim Republican majority can enact its own spending legislation and avoid a looming government shutdown. Members of the House Freedom Caucus and other conservatives have vowed not to support spending measures until McCarthy agrees to limit fiscal 2024 spending to a 2022 level of $1.47 trillion, $120 billion below the level he agreed to with Biden in May. "We're working through it," McCarthy told reporters after the expected procedural vote on defense appropriations disappeared from the House's legislative schedule.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:51 PM Sarina Wiegman 'worried' about schedule as England prepare for Nations League       The Lionesses return to action, after their defeat in the World Cup final on August 20, by facing Scotland in Sunderland a week on Friday.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:51 PM NBA votes to implement tougher rules, penalties for resting healthy star players       The NBA implements new rules that include increased team fines for resting multiple, healthy stars and resting healthy stars in national TV games.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:51 PM Family pleads for answers after man found shot to death at bus stop       At a press conference last week, officials said there were several people seen on surveillance video nearby when the 27-year-old was shot. HPD released a photo of one of those people on Wednesday.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:51 PM Cybertruck sparked Tesla revolt that saw secret design plan, Elon Musk biography reveals       'They didn't want to have anything to do with it,' chief designer says. 'It was just too weird'

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:51 PM 10 Things You Should Clean Every Fall—From Closets to Gutters       Consider this your fall cleaning and maintenance checklist to prepare your home—both inside and outside—for colder weather.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:51 PM England v New Zealand live: Black Caps stutter in chase – latest updates       England v New Zealand live: Black Caps stutter in chase – latest updates

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:51 PM GoFundMe for actor blinded in attack over Covid mask tops $15,000       A doctor informed Will Keenan that he was suffering from a detached retina, caused by the strangulation

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:51 PM Chart of the Day: Morgan Stanley Works Hard to Build a Base       The financial giant's stock looks like it may have bottomed, but it still faces strong resistance.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:50 PM How Mac Jones showed impressive toughness in the pocket vs. Eagles       Our insider Phil Perry explains -- with stats and video -- how Mac Jones stood in the pocket and showed toughness against the Eagles in Week 1.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:50 PM Mitt Romney says he's not running for reelection to the Senate in 2024       Republican Sen. Mitt Romney of Utah announced Wednesday he will not run for reelection to a second term in the Senate in 2024.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:50 PM 'I love the forgiving fit': This loose and flowy button-down shirt is on sale for just $24       This chic and versatile top will get you through the remainder of summer and carry you well into fall. Score it for 20% off right now.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:50 PM Stock Market Not Too Rattled By Inflation Data; Trucking Stock Gets A Bounce       The stock market held onto modest gains following CPI data. Shares of J.B. Hunt Transport Services rallied after its president gave encouraging words.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:50 PM Sara Sharif: Relatives sought over 10-year-old's death returning to UK       Three adults police want to speak to over Sara Sharif's death are returning to the UK from Pakistan.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:49 PM Hurricane Lee: Here's what it could mean for Seacoast NH and Maine       Boaters are being advised to remove vessels as track of Hurricane Lee is watched closely in NH Seacoast and Maine.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:49 PM Biden accused of 'audacious handholding' over letter to press urging scrutiny of key Republicans       The White House wrote a private memo to US media executives telling them to "ramp up" scrutiny of Republicans' impeachment efforts.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:49 PM Conference Mobile       hero model video - mobile

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:49 PM South African township resists police over illegal power cables       A woman in a black and white dress struggled, pulling fiercely on a long electrical cable as she tried to stop the police in anti-riot gear from carrying it away. - Power for oxygen - But Marina, a local woman who gave only her first name, said some elderly people needed the electricity to power oxygen tanks.

on Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games Wednesday, September 13, 2023 1:49 PM Tobias Ellwood resigns as defence committee chair after video praising Taliban       A Tory MP has quit as the chair of the House of Commons defence committee after he was criticised for a video in which he appeared to praise the Taliban. Tobias Ellwood came under fire in July after he said Afghanistan had been "transformed" under the repressive regime's rule. In a resignation statement, he said "poor communications" about engagement with Afghanistan had been "understandably criticised" and said he would step down with "deep regret".

G-Alt sports Wednesday, September 13, 2023 11:29 AM Spiders Swimming & Diving Announces 2023-24 Schedule       Richmond, Va.— Head coach Matt Barany has announced the 2023-24 Richmond swimming and diving schedule, announced Wednesday. The Spiders open the season with the A-10 Duals. This event replaces the Richmond Duals that were previously held between the ...

G-Alt sports Wednesday, September 13, 2023 11:01 AM Men's Basketball Red-White Showcase Date Set       FAYETTEVILLE – The Arkansas men's basketball program will host its annual Red-White Showcase on Oct. 4 (Wed.) in Barnhill Arena. Tip-off is set for 6:30 pm. The intrasquad scrimmage is free to the public. Free parking options will be after 5 pm in all ...

G-Alt sports Wednesday, September 13, 2023 10:05 AM Lehigh Opens Patriot League Play at Navy on Friday       - The Lehigh women's soccer team opens league play on Friday at Navy in Annapolis. The Mountain Hawks (3-1-3) blew past St. John's on Sunday 4-2, with graduate student Ryelle Shuey , senior Ava Schaller and junior Hope Flanegin scoring goals.

G-Alt sports Wednesday, September 13, 2023 10:04 AM ECAC Releases Women's Hockey Preseason Poll       CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. - Brown women's hockey was voted to finish ninth in the ECAC Preseason Poll, as announced by the league on Wednesday. Colgate, the defending league champion, was selected as the unanimous favorite, earning all 11 first-place votes ...

G-Alt sports Wednesday, September 13, 2023 9:44 AM Pirates Host Florida Atlantic to Open Conference Play       GREENVILLE, N.C. – The East Carolina soccer team opens up American Athletic Conference play at 7 p.m. on Thursday as they host the Florida Atlantic Owls in Johnson Stadium. The game is free to attend and will be available for streaming on ESPN+ with ...

G-Alt sports Wednesday, September 13, 2023 9:39 AM Five Hoosiers Make 2023-24 USA Swimming National Team       Indiana Swim Club's Lilly King , Annie Lazor and Cody Miller are also represented. All four of pool swimmers specialize in breaststroke events. Denigan, Matheny and King all swam at the Fukuoka 2023 World Aquatics Championships this summer in Japan, ...

G-Alt sports Wednesday, September 13, 2023 9:20 AM Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Unveils County's Largest Pickleball Court Installation and Newly Updated ...       ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball and Recreation and Parks Director Nick Mooneyhan cut the ribbon to open eight new pickleball courts at Western Regional Park and unveiled a new, inclusive playground at Warfield Pond Park. This is the ...

G-Alt sports Wednesday, September 13, 2023 9:06 AM Women's Soccer travels to Green Bay for Horizon League opener       DAYTON — The Wright State women's soccer program opens Horizon League play at Green Bay on Thursday, September 14, at Aldo Santaga Stadium. The matchup will begin at 5 p.m. ET and air on ESPN+. Live stats will also be available. MATCH INFORMATION

G-Alt sports Wednesday, September 13, 2023 9:02 AM Barbarians Confirm Wilson and Neville For Quins Match       Harry Wilson and Cadeyrn Neville are the latest Wallabies confirmed in the Barbarians squad for October's match against Harlequins at The Stoop - click here for tickets. Flanker Wilson (12 Test caps) and second-row Neville (8 Test caps) have been named ...

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 12:32 PM St Leger Festival tips: John Hunt's Doncaster treble!       John Hunt has a trio of tips with analysis for the opening day of the Betfred St Leger Festival at Doncaster on Thursday, live on Sky Sports Racing.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 12:12 PM Draper delights Manchester crowd with opening Davis Cup win       Jack Draper justified the faith shown in him by Great Britain captain Leon Smith by coming from behind to defeat Australia's Thanasi Kokkinakis in a dramatic opening Davis Cup rubber in Manchester.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 8:57 AM 'I want to impress him!' | Bale's first tee nerves paired with McIlroy       Gareth Bale admits to having a few nerves about playing with Rory McIlroy at the BMW PGA Championship Celebrity Pro-Am!

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 12:00 PM Can Simpson become a super-middleweight star?       In the heart of Barnsley, a local contender is earning a reputation as a formidable super-middleweight, and his name is Callum Simpson.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 11:31 AM NFL Players Association call for league-wide grass pitches after Rodgers injury       The NFL Players Association has called for the league to eliminate artificial turf pitches in favor of natural grass surfaces following the season-ending injury to four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers this week.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 10:30 AM England don't have discipline problem, insists Sinfield       England defence coach Kevin Sinfield has dismissed suggestions that there is a discipline problem among the players, but admits they are getting used to playing with 14 men.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 9:59 AM Why self belief can help Sanchez rebuild glowing reputation at Chelsea       "Sometimes, things between a player, a club and a manager don't work, that's football," says Chelsea's new No 1 Robert Sanchez.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 10:17 AM 'Root as hooker?!' | An England rugby XV made up of... cricketers       The England players have a selection meeting in the Oval pavilion to determine who would make their rugby XV.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 11:30 AM Wiegman: Mead and Kirby close to England recall but need more time       Beth Mead and Fran Kirby are close to a England return, says Lionesses manager Sarina Wiegman - but both players need more game time in order to be fully ready after their respective injuries.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 9:00 AM Biggar rested as Wales make 13 changes for Portugal clash        Dan Biggar has been rested by Wales head coach Warren Gatland as he makes 13 changes to his side to face Portugal in their second match of the Rugby World Cup.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 9:00 AM Vettel open to F1 return: 'I can't say no!'        Sebastian Vettel says he "can't exclude" the possibility of coming out of retirement to return to the Formula 1 grid.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 12:37 PM Nigeria international Plumptre joins Al Ittihad Ladies       Nigeria international Ashleigh Plumptre has signed for Saudi Arabian side Al Ittihad Ladies.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 8:35 AM Gina Bryce's Park Hill runner guide and big race tips!       Sky Sports Racing's Gina Bryce has the lowdown on the Day One feature at Doncaster and a big race selection!

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 7:30 AM Man Utd top world rankings for squad cost       Manchester United have spent more money on assembling their current squad than any other football club on the planet.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 12:13 PM Richarlison to seek psychologist's help amid goal drought       Tottenham striker Richarlison says he will seek the help of a psychologist to improve his game and break his goal drought after returning from international duty with Brazil.

SkySports | News Wednesday, September 13, 2023 11:29 AM Europe's pre-Ryder Cup trip: McIlroy joins Åberg "bandwagon"       Rory McIlroy claims he has moved to the front of the Ludvig Åberg "bandwagon" after being beaten by the rising star in Team Europe's trip to Rome ahead of the Ryder Cup.