Even though Tim Tebow represents everything we say we want our athletes to be, he understands a segment of society instead will be probing for flaws. Sporting America should appreciate him, writes Pat Forde.

Phillies reliever J.C. Romero was officially suspendedTuesday for the first 50 games of next season after testing positive for a banned substance.

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Drew Brees has won The Associated Press 2008 NFL Offensive Player of the Year award after nearly setting a passing record for yards.

Florida defensive coordinator Charlie Strong believes race was a reason he hasn't been offered a head-coaching job during his 25 years in college football, a newspaper reported Tuesday.

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Former Detroit Lions coach Rod Marinelli has received an offer to join the Chicago Bears, according to a newspaper report, but he also has interviewed with the Seattle Seahawks, leaving things in flux.

Andy Pettitte may not be returning to the Yankees after all.

A baseball official says Minnesota Twins owner Carl Pohlad has died at age 93.

Phillies reliever J.C. Romero, who received a 50-day suspension on Tuesday, said he doesn't think it's fair.