USFL 2022: QB Shea Patterson selected as 1st overall draft pick with Michigan Panthers

Fans eager to see who will become the new face of their franchise can tune in for the USFL inaugural draft starting Tuesday night and concluding Wednesday, Feb. 23. Eight teams will select players from every position in a 35-round draft.

Tom Brady to play himself, produce road trip movie: ’80 for Brady’

Retired NFL star Tom Brady will play himself in a new movie he’s also producing called “80 for Brady,” a film about four Patriots fans traveling to Super Bowl LI.

MLB says season could be shortened if no labor agreement is reached

Major League Baseball said Wednesday that the 2022 season will be shortened if no labor agreement has been reached by the end of Monday.

Colin Kaepernick initiative to offer free autopsies for police-related deaths

The initiative collaborates with a panel of board-certified forensic pathologists who perform autopsies, disclose preliminary findings, and issue final reports to requesting families.

New pro basketball league provides path to NBA, big bucks for rising stars

If you walk through Atlantic Station, you might just miss it. Nestled in alongside the shops and restaurants, underneath the offices, is a glimpse at what one new league hopes is part of the future of pro basketball. That includes players who could be in high school instead earning six-figure salaries.

Phil Mickelson apologizes for 'reckless' Saudi-backed golf league comments

Phil Mickelson apologized for comments about the proposed Saudi-backed rival league that prompted backlash, saying he needs some “time away."

Atlanta native Kyle Sloter drafted eighth overall in USFL Draft
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Mt. Pisgah product Kyle Sloter, who's bounced around the NFL since 2017, was selected No. 8 overall by the New Orleans Breakers in the revamped USFL Draft Tuesday night.

Another day runs off clock in MLB talks to save opening day

Another day ran off the clock on talks to salvage opening day when locked-out baseball players proposed what they considered a small move forward in drawn-out labor negotiations and management termed it a third straight step backward.

Georgia State Panthers kick off spring practice

It may still be February, but it is spring at Georgia State where the Panthers kicked off spring football practice on Tuesday. GSU returns a ton of talent from last season's team which won the Camellia Bowl and set a school record with eight wins.

US Soccer, USWNT members settle equal pay lawsuit for $24 million

U.S. women soccer players reached a landmark agreement with U.S. Soccer in which they are promised $24 million, plus bonuses that match those of the men.

Medina Spirit stripped of Kentucky Derby victory

The decision is just the third disqualification in Kentucky Derby history and just the second disqualification for a banned substance.

MLB lockout talks resume in Florida as season openers threatened

The lockout enters its 82nd day Monday as negotiations resume in Florida. MLB on Friday canceled spring training games from Feb. 26 through March 4.

Daytona 500 post-race coverage
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FOX 5 Sports' D.J. Shockley and Kelly Price recap the 64th running of the Daytona 500, including the history made by the rookie in victory lane and top-10 finishes for both Georgia boys.

Michigan coach Howard hits Wisconsin assistant after a loss

Angry about Wisconsin calling a late timeout, Michigan coach Juwan Howard began arguing in the postgame handshake line.

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform flyover at 2022 Daytona 500

The tradition continues as the world-renowned U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will perform the flyover for the 64th annual Daytona 500 on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022 at Daytona International Speedway.

World Series MVP Soler's Game Six homerun ball goes for $70K at auction

It was the three-run homer that began a runaway final game for the Atlanta Braves in Game Six of the 2021 World Series leading to the franchise’s first Commissioner's Trophy in more than two decades. That ball hit by 2021 World Series MVP Jorge Soler on Nov. 2, 2021 went for more than $70,000 at auction.

Atlanta United reveals new 'Forest Kit'

The two colors fuse in an abstract pattern, which the club said represents Atlanta's abundant urban tree canopy.

Who has won the most Daytona 500s?

You can watch the Great American Race on Sunday, Feb. 20 at 2:30 p.m. ET on FOX 35.