Cory McCartney: No. 2 Texas Tech at No. 5 Oklahoma
The Sooners are seeking payback in their big clash with Texas Tech.
Tom Bowles: The annual Bowlesy awards
With the NASCAR season wrapped up, SI.com's Tom Bowles revists some of the season's best moments and drivers in his annual Bowlesey awards.
Obama’s appeal part of Chicago Olympics pitch
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$100 million contracts: Are they worth it?
You get what you pay for? Don't tell that to baseball GMs. With more stars set to earn $100 million, SI.com's Jonah Freedman grades the past nine-figure deals.
Luke Winn: Behind the scenes with Southern Illinois
How does a mid-major prepare for a duel vs. Duke? Get a closer look.
Ian Thomsen: Hawks could have staying power
Don't read too much into the Hawks' hiccup following a 6-0 start. After years of false promise, Atlanta might be a winner at last, says SI.com's Ian Thomsen.
NFL fines Martz for saying refs ’screwed’ Niners
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NFL fines Martz for saying refs ’screwed’ Niners
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Don Banks: Jets are unbeaten Titans stiffest test yet
When the NFL's 2008 schedule came out last April, Jim Schwartz took a look and, like defensive coordinators everywhere, said another silent word of thanks that Brett Favre was happily ensconced in retirement. Avoiding Favre altogether was always a much wiser approach than defending against him.
Favre, Jets will be stiffest test yet for undefeated Titans
When the NFL's 2008 schedule came out last April, Jim Schwartz took a look and, like defensive coordinators everywhere, said another silent word of thanks that Brett Favre was happily ensconced in retirement. Avoiding Favre altogether was always a much wiser approach than defending against him.