Briefing: Trump will welcome Iran at World Cup - Infantino
Strategic angle: US President Donald Trump has said Iran are 'welcome' to take part in this summer's World Cup despite the countries being at war, according to Fifa president Gianni Infantino.
Briefing: Barnwell makes sense of the called-off Maxx Crosby trade: What happens in the aftermath?
Strategic angle: Four days after agreeing to trade for the Raiders edge rusher, the Ravens backed out. Will he still get dealt? Which teams might be in, and who else is affected here?
Briefing: Champions League: Newcastle hold Barça to draw as Yamal saves Spanish side
Strategic angle: Barça came from behind to draw level in stoppage time against Newcastle (1-1) in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie.
Briefing: Source: Ricard latest to rejoin Harbaugh in N.Y.
Strategic angle: Former Ravens fullback Patrick Ricard agreed to a two-year deal with the Giants, a source told ESPN.
Briefing: Two more people connected to Iranian football team choose to stay in Australia
Strategic angle: A player and a support staff member join five others in opting to remain in Australia after most of the team departed.
Briefing: Kelce says Swift inspired return for 14th season
Strategic angle: Travis Kelce credits fiancée Taylor Swift for motivating him to continue his NFL career.
Briefing: Spurs GK subbed after Atléti score 3 in 15 mins
Strategic angle: Goalkeeper Antonín Kinsky was hauled off after just 17 minutes as Tottenham fell behind in their Champions League match.
Briefing: Browns re-sign RG Jenkins amid O-line overhaul
Strategic angle: The Browns have re-signed guard Teven Jenkins as they navigate a complete overhaul of their offensive line.
Briefing: Source: WR Raymond leaves Lions to join Bears
Strategic angle: Kalif Raymond has agreed to sign a one-year contract with the Bears, reuniting the wide receiver with Ben Johnson.
Briefing: Sources: TE Knox stays with Bills on new deal
Strategic angle: The Bills found a way to keep tight end Dawson Knox on the 2026 roster amid a difficult cap situation by signing him to a new three-year contract.
Briefing: Packers Add St-Juste to Bolster CB Depth
Strategic angle: The Packers signed CB Benjamin St-Juste to a two-year, $10 million contract, a source told ESPN.
Trump confirms Australia will grant asylum to five Iranian women football players
Amid concerns for player welfare, the Australian Iranian Council urged the government to protect the squad members.
Briefing: Inside Bodo/Glimt - the Champions League's ultimate giantkilling story
Strategic angle: It's early January and Bodo/Glimt are holding a team meeting in Spain to discuss their upcoming Champions League campaign.
Briefing: Galatasaray vs. Liverpool live stream: Champions League odds, where to watch, start time, lineup predictions
Strategic angle: The English side will face Galatasaray in the round of 16 first leg
Briefing: Why Fins released Tua Tagovailoa; how he fits with Falcons
Strategic angle: If Michael Penix Jr. isn't ready for the season, the Falcons have a new lefty QB to start.
Offseason grades: Who won the Crosby trade?
We're handing out report cards on big offseason moves, including the Ravens dealing two first-rounders for Maxx Crosby.
Sources: Ravens, QB Huntley reach 2-year deal
Backup quarterback Tyler Huntley will remain with the Ravens after agreeing to a two-year deal worth up to $11 million.
Briefing: Seahawks keep Shaheed in fold with $51M deal
Strategic angle: The Seahawks are bringing back wide receiver Rashid Shaheed on a three-year, $51 million deal that includes $34.7 million guaranteed.
Briefing: Sources: Pats bulk up O-line, add Vera-Tucker
Strategic angle: The Patriots bolstered their offensive line Monday night, agreeing to a three-year deal with the versatile but injury-plagued Alijah Vera-Tucker.
Briefing: Big-spending Raiders add Linderbaum, Walker
Strategic angle: Free agent center Tyler Linderbaum reached agreement Monday on a record deal with the Raiders, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.