U.S. Olympic trials: Caeleb Dressel, on long road back to the top of swimming, qualifies in 50 free

The Miami Dolphins and Odell Beckham Jr. have agreed to part ways after Beckham's underwhelming performance this season, recording only 9 catches for 55 yards in 9 games. Beckham will be placed on waivers until Monday and become a free agent if not claimed. The 32-year-old receiver signed a one-year deal with the Dolphins in May but struggled to make an impact in the team's passing attack, leading to his departure from the team. Full...

Ruben Amorim denied ever speaking to Manchester City about replacing Pep Guardiola, emphasizing that Manchester United was his sole ambition. Despite City's recent struggles, Amorim remains focused on improving his team and preparing for the upcoming derby. United, currently in 13th place, faces a challenging match against City, as both teams are struggling, but Amorim is determined to enhance his team's performance and secure a victory. Full Article

Dave McMenamin, an ESPN Staff Writer, covers the Lakers and NBA, previously reporting for ESPNLosAngeles.com, ESPN.com, and NBA.com. Following a humiliating loss to the Miami Heat, LeBron James and Anthony Davis expressed frustration over the Lakers' defensive struggles, with Davis taking personal responsibility for their poor performance. The Lakers, currently 13-11, face significant defensive issues, ranking poorly in transition defense and allowing high percentages on layups and dunks, prompting coach JJ Redick to emphasize the...

Some of the groups for the upcoming Nations League will be finalized after the quarter-finals in March. Group A includes Germany/Italy, Slovakia, NORTHERN IRELAND, and Luxembourg. Group B consists of Switzerland, Sweden, Slovenia, and Kosovo. Group C features Portugal/Denmark, Greece, SCOTLAND, and Belarus, while Group D includes France/Croatia, Ukraine, Iceland, and Azerbaijan. Other groups include Spain/Netherlands, Turkey, Georgia, Bulgaria, Hungary, Republic of Ireland, Armenia, and Belgium, WALES, North Macedonia, Kazakhstan, Liechtenstein. ENGLAND will be in...

The Thursday Night Football matchup between the Rams and 49ers features fantasy football standouts like Deebo Samuel and Jauan Jennings, with potential for impactful performances on both sides. Samuel's usage in the backfield raises questions, while Jennings has emerged as a reliable WR1 option. Cooper Kupp's potential for a big game adds to the intrigue of the matchup, making it a must-watch for fantasy football enthusiasts. Full Article

The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech. Your donation helps fund investigative journalism and documentaries like 'The A Word'. Liverpool's Diogo Jota and Federico Chiesa may be available for the upcoming match against Fulham, providing cover during a busy schedule. Manager Arne Slot is working on getting Chiesa match fit and addressing Darwin Nunez's form struggles. Full Article