Anthony Gharib

ESPN.com • 17th October 2026

Why is Chargers RB Omarion Hampton's snap count decreasing?

For all intents and purposes, when the Los Angeles Chargers selected running back Omarion Hampton with the No. 22 pick in the 2025 NFL draft, it seemed a perfect fit.Hampton provided the physical, bruising style of running so often associated with coach Jim Harbaugh's teams. He was the type of three- or even four-down back that the front office envisioned pairing with quarterback Justin Herbert.But less than two seasons in, it's been more flashes than a surefire bet.A fractured left ankle early...

ESPN.com • 16th October 2026

'Street Fighter' goes all-in to re-create the video game's iconic action

Balrog and Ken approach the center of the mat in front of a fiery crowd that has arrived for a simple, yet exhilarating, spectacle: a street fight.Rapper and actor 50 Cent, playing Balrog, deliver shivering blows to Ken Masters, played by Noah Centineo. On one occasion, his knuckles crash into Centineo hard enough for blood and mucus to fly out. Masters bounces back, answering with his own moves to counter Balrog's power.The scene in the new "Street Fighter" film, released in theaters Friday, is...

ESPN.com • 15th October 2026

NFL Week 6 uniforms: Broncos, Seahawks throw it back in TNF matchup

Throwback Thursday is coming to the NFL in Week 6 with a matchup for nostalgic eyes on "Thursday Night Football." The Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks will each wear their throwback uniforms in the game.Denver's look is a callback to the 1977 uniforms that honor the "Orange Crush" era. The orange jerseys include oversized white numbers in legacy blue trim, while white pants and legacy blue helmet complete the look. Featured on the lid is the iconic hissing Bronco and "D" on the side. The Bron...

ESPN.com • 13th October 2026

Jim Harbaugh says he, Chargers ownership 'in this fight together' amid 0-5 start

LOS ANGELES -- Amid the franchise's first 0-5 start since 2003, Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday that he and the team's ownership group are "in this fight together" to turn the season around.When asked if he feels any pressure from ownership, Harbaugh said: "John Spanos, Dean Spanos, Susie Spanos, the whole Spanos family. It's shoulder to shoulder where we're in this fight together."He emphasized that he's "hell-bent" on reversing the course and returning the franchise to winning ways. Th...

ESPN.com • 12th October 2026

Chargers' Harbaugh laments momentum-swinging 4th-down call

LOS ANGELES -- Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh blamed himself for the team's 23-17 loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday, saying his decision on a fourth-down call in the final quarter left him "more mad" at himself than he ever could recall.With the Chargers leading 17-10 with 10:33 remaining, Harbaugh opted to go for it on fourth-and-1 from his own 41. But quarterback Justin Herbert was stuffed on the play, never coming close to moving the sticks. Five plays later, Denver tied the game with a touch...

ESPN.com • 9th October 2026

NFL Week 5 uniforms: Packers debut Rivalries look, Patriots wearing throwbacks

The Green Bay Packers have had their fair share of alternate uniforms throughout their distinguished history. There were the 1950s all-green look and the 1923 classic threads unveiled last year. However, no Packers combination has ever been like the ones they'll wear this week.Green Bay will debut its "Rivalries" uniforms against the Chicago Bears on Sunday. It's a look that includes a desaturated vintage green jersey with alabaster pants and a matching matte helmet. The alabaster color is remin...

ESPN.com • 7th October 2026

Rays' 'Clubhouse Tomahawk' leads new MLB postseason foods

Major League Baseball's postseason means bigger games, and the ballpark food is upping the ante, too.The regular season brought new creations that made headlines of their own, such the Texas Rangers' "Rally Sombrero" and the New York Yankees' "Chicken Bucket." But, with the postseason underway, teams took it to another level with fresh creations strictly for the most important of nights.Case in point: the Tampa Bay Rays' "Clubhouse Tomahawk." It's an 18 ounce Wagyu bone-in ribeye created for Ray...

ESPN.com • 6th October 2026

Atlanta's jabs at New Orleans after MNF top Week 4 trolls

Welcome to the first weekend of October, when the games get a little more meaningful and the trolls follow suit. Week 4 of the NFL season was further proof of that.

The Atlanta Falcons dominated the New Orleans Saints 45-24 on "Monday Night Football," thanks to a standout performance from their backfield.

Atlanta put up a whopping 420 yards, led by 145 rushing yards by Bijan Robinson, who also added two scores. His fellow running back Brian Robinson Jr. put up three touchdowns. The Falcons' fi...

ESPN.com • 4th October 2026

NFL Week 4 uniforms: Browns wearing 'Alpha Dawg' look; Giants go 'Legacy'

As the calendar turns to October, NFL uniforms remain as fresh as ever with an alternate-heavy slate in Week 4.On "Thursday Night Football," the Cleveland Browns will wear their "Alpha Dawg" combination against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Cleveland revealed the all-brown threads in July 2025 with a brand new alternate brown helmet. They debuted last season and marked the first time in franchise history that a brown helmet was worn. Orange-colored numbers run across the front and back of the jersey,...

ESPN.com • 1st October 2026

Former Steelers HC Mike Tomlin reveals massive Minecraft city

Mike Tomlin is a Super Bowl-winning head coach, is second on the Pittsburgh Steelers' all-time wins list and famously never had a losing record in 19 seasons with the Steelers.

But on Wednesday, Tomlin showed a side of himself rarely seen: that of an architect. On Minecraft, to be exact.

Speaking about his passions for high-rise buildings and urban planning, Tomlin unveiled his Minecraft world in a nearly 20-minute YouTube video. Tomlin has been working on the ongoing project for 12-plus years...

ESPN.com • 30th September 2026

A guide to NHL goalie masks for the 2026-27 season

The NHL season is finally here, and with it comes renewed optimism and high hopes for fans' favorite teams. It also brings fresh lids for goalies across the league.Goaltenders continue to push the envelope when it comes to their masks. Some like to keep it simple, while others enjoy standing out. Unique colors, nods to the city they play in and favorite movies are all represented in designs.Washington Capitals goalie Logan Thompson fits into the latter category, highlighting two films with D.C....

ESPN.com • 28th September 2026

Wizards' Anthony Davis to wait until summer for extension talks

Anthony Davis plans on finishing the season with the Washington Wizards before deciding on any potential contract extension, he said at Wizards media day on Monday.Sources told ESPN's Shams Charania last month that the Wizards and Davis' agent, Rich Paul, mutually decided to wait on talks for an extension until the season began. One source told Charania at the time that it would give both sides the first 20 or so games to marinate over a potential deal and assess how the season goes.Davis indica...

ESPN.com • 28th September 2026

Ravens' jab at Cowboys after win in Rio leads Week 3 trolls

The long travel for an international game can make a victory even sweeter. In the Baltimore Ravens' case, it made the postgame troll just that much better.

The Ravens defeated the Dallas Cowboys 34-31 in Rio de Janeiro following a last-second field goal by Tyler Loop. It marked the NFL's first game in Rio, and it surely lived up to the hype.

With the score tied, Baltimore received the ball with seven seconds remaining. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson connected with wide receiver Zay Flowers f...

ESPN.com • 28th September 2026

AJ Dybantsa named cover athlete for 2026 Topps Flagship Basketball

Fresh off being the top pick of the 2026 NBA draft, AJ Dybantsa was named cover athlete of 2026 Topps Flagship Basketball, the company announced on Monday. Pre orders are set to be available on Oct. 6.The Washington Wizards rookie never imagined being on a Topps cover, he told ESPN."Topps has been in the business for such a long time, putting out cards before I was born," the 19-year-old told ESPN. "So the fact that I'm a cover athlete, I don't take it lightly. I'm very grateful and appreciative...

ESPN.com • 24th September 2026

NFL Week 3 uniforms: Colts to wear 'Anvil Strike,' Bills debut 'Nickel City'

Tuesday marked the first day of fall. The blue skies across the country will turn to gray with the colder months approaching. But to spot a more immediate gray shade, look no further than NFL uniforms in Week 3 -- namely, the Indianapolis Colts and Buffalo Bills.Indianapolis will debut its Rivalries uniform against the Houston Texans. Nicknamed "Anvil Strike," they are inspired by the steel of an anvil and the jersey's "dark anthracite" color is one that "embodies the grit and intensity of Colts...

ESPN.com • 22nd September 2026

Rams' jab at Jameis Winston, Giants leads NFL Week 2 trolls

With half of the league's teams looking for their first wins of the season heading into Week 2, a victory could lead to an even sweeter troll. Case in point? The Los Angeles Rams.

The Rams dominated the New York Giants on "Monday Night Football," winning 28-6 at home. Coming off a loss, Los Angeles put up 481 yards of offense with wide receiver Davante Adams outgaining New York's offense by himself -- he had 195 receiving yards, and the Giants had 182 as a team. Adams also added two touchdown r...

ESPN.com • 19th September 2026

NFL Week 2 uniforms: Rams debut 'Classic Sol,' Ravens go all-white

Uniforms revealed in the offseason will make their respective debuts in Week 2. Fresh from their trip Down Under, the Los Angeles Rams look to win their first game of the season with a design rooted in its history.Los Angeles will wear its "Classic Sol" alternate threads against the New York Giants on "Monday Night Football." The uniform honors the Rams' championship in 1951, with this season marking the 75th anniversary. A sol-colored jersey includes royal blue stitched and colored numbers. The...

ESPN.com • 14th September 2026

New York Jets, Giants both start 1-0 for first time since 2009

The summer of New York is gaining strength in its late stages.

The New York Giants and New York Jets both won their Week 1 matchups Sunday. The Giants defeated the Dallas Cowboys 28-20 on "Sunday Night Football," and the Jets beat the Tennessee Titans 23-10 earlier in the day.

Victories for both of New York's NFL teams in Week 1 are a rare sight. This is the first time the Giants and Jets have each started a campaign 1-0 since 2009, according to ESPN Research. It's also the first time they've...

ESPN.com • 14th September 2026

Giants jab at Cowboys following SNF victory tops NFL Week 1 trolls

It's just Week 1 of the NFL season, but that doesn't mean the trolls are starting out slow.The New York Giants defeated the Dallas Cowboys 28-20 on Sunday Night Football. New York enjoyed a wire-to-wire win behind a stellar performance from quarterback Jaxson Dart.He had 230 passing yards and three passing touchdowns, plus 54 yards rushing. Dart is the third quarterback in Giants history with three passing touchdowns and 50 rushing yards in a game, according to ESPN Research. New York's defense...

ESPN.com • 13th September 2026

NFL Week 1 uniforms: Vikings rocking throwbacks, Bengals go orange

Week 1 of the NFL season always marks one of the best times of the year. Renewed optimism brings positive feelings and vibes around one's favorite team. But the uniforms always seem to be a little crisper, too. This year is no different.It's never too early to wear a throwback look, and the Minnesota Vikings will do exactly that in Week 1. Minnesota is rocking "The Vikings Classic" against the Green Bay Packers at home Sunday. The uniforms first debuted in Week 1 of 2023 and include a deeper hue...

ESPN.com • 10th September 2026

NBA, Nike announces new 'Specter' uniforms for league's oldest teams

Eight of the NBA's oldest franchises will wear new "Specter" uniforms this season, the league and Nike announced at a Brooklyn event Wednesday night.The New York Knicks, Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, Golden State Warriors, Detroit Pistons, Atlanta Hawks and Sacramento Kings are the teams receiving the new threads.The uniforms include details inspired by each franchise's history, city heritage and fan culture, according to a news release. They were created specifically f...

ESPN.com • 10th September 2026

Commanders' crab stuffed pretzel headlines new NFL 2026 foods

When it comes to the NFL, the league seems to level up each season. The same applies to foods debuting at league stadiums.Arguably the best from any team is a crab stuffed pretzel sold at Northwest Stadium, home of the Washington Commanders. The crab-shaped pretzel is filled with lemon tarragon crab dip topped with garlic butter and grated parmesan cheese created by Levy Restaurants.Here's a look at some of the top new foods at NFL stadiums this season.The iconic colors of the Steelers are repre...

ESPN.com • 8th September 2026

The exclusive salon where US Open stars get their haircuts

NEW YORK -- Arthur Ashe Stadium at the US Open is home to unique intricacies.Subway noise can sometimes be heard during quiet moments of play. A massive retractable roof can turn the stadium into a sound dome. Of course, there's the capacity of over 23,000 seats, making it the largest tennis stadium in the world.But tucked away on the third floor of the players' lounge inside Arthur Ashe is the exclusive, players-only beauty salon run by Julien Farel.The renowned stylist boasts three locations i...

ESPN.com • 8th September 2026

Miami pokes fun at Florida State's stadium power outage

Just under an hour after the lights went out at Florida State's Doak Campbell Stadium before its game against SMU on Monday night, the Seminoles' in-state rival poked fun at the dilemma with a petty social media post.After a power outage resulted in the stadium's lights going out delayed the start of Florida State-SMU, Miami took advantage of the moment.The Hurricanes posted a video of their home field at Hard Rock Stadium that, at first glance, seemed ordinary. But the video included a dark fie...