Author: Scooby Axson, USA TODAY

Buccaneers backup quarterback Blaine Gabbert assisted in the rescue of four people who were in a helicopter that crashed near Tampa, Florida.

Tributes poured in on social media, with many applauding Pelé’s legacy while also commenting on his superior skill and impact on the world stage.

Two of the biggest and most-successful college football programs have taken a unique approach to handling name, image and likeness of their athletes.

In her first public comments since her release from a Russian penal colony, WNBA star Brittney Griner says on social media that she plans to play.

Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker was named as the NCAA’s next president, following Mark Emmert.

Here are some of the top college football players that have entered the portal and could make an immediate impact on a new team.

Renowned soccer journalist Grant Wahl died Saturday while covering the World Cup in Qatar. He was 49.

Mississippi State coach Mike Leach died Monday night at the age of 61 after what the school said was complications from a heart condition.