Seattle Seahawks DC Aden Durde finds football love through ’85 Chicago Bears
Super Bowl winning defensive coordinator talks community, NFL Europe and the VHS tape that sparked his passion for the game
Culture
How long will they mourn Tupac?
For the world, Tupac Shakur became a legend. For his surviving siblings, he remained their brother
Sports
Deshaun Watson’s Week 1 start is NFL’s latest black eye
Cleveland Browns quarterback a reminder that harming women never seems to rise to level of outrage to cause real consequences
Culture
Jalen Brunson is an NBA champion. Sandra Brunson has seen the magic in the work
From family game nights to the NBA Finals, Jalen and Sandra Brunson reflect on the competitiveness, support system and purpose behind the Second Round Foundation
Culture
WATCH: Flau’jae Johnson joins Episode 1 of The Trade with Kelley L. Carter
Sports
10 top Black volleyball players to watch in Division I
Elite Black talent is gaining attention as diversity continues to increase within the sport
Sports
Los Angeles Rams OC Nathan Scheelhaase refuses to look too far ahead
Rising offensive coordinator shares what he’s learned from Sean McVay, interviewing for head coaching jobs and more
HBCU
After decades of struggle, Prairie View A&M is atop the SWAC. The team’s new challenge? Staying there.
‘I knew that other Prairie View, but it ain’t like that anymore. … This is a different time in our program, a different era,’ Panthers head coach Tremaine Jackson says
Sports
Mamba Day: Watch “Eight on Eight” on ESPN+
The story of Kobe Bryant’s influence on 8 everyday people
HBCU
The last yard of Andrew Body’s Alabama State legacy
After a shoulder injury cut the quarterback’s high-scoring season short, he has returned to the Hornets hoping to add a championship to the long list of accolades on his résumé
COACHES CONVERSATIONS
Sports
Gold-medal wrestler Jordan Burroughs, 38, still seeking thrill in Real American Freestyle
One of the most accomplished Black freestyle wrestlers in history finds an outlet, opportunity in RAF
Sports
Nneka Ogwumike always looked out for the WNBA like family, and now it is growing thanks to her care
As the league’s unofficial ‘big sister,’ she supported its development and invested in its future success through her contributions on and off the court
Sports
Will Venable has the Chicago White Sox ahead of schedule
One of two Black managers in MLB, son of major leaguer is leading one of league’s greatest year-to-year turnarounds
Sports
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Jo Adell finds himself on path less chosen
Growing up in Louisville, Adell could have picked a number of sports. Baseball is where his heart and soul landed.
Sports
Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin’s belief in her game has never faltered. Others now believe, too.
Fifth-year center is averaging career highs in nearly every major statistical category after struggling to carve out role in 2025
Sports
The Shedeur Sanders vs. Deshaun Watson quarterback battle is intriguing beyond football
In first high-profile NFL positional battle between Black QBs, Sanders and Watson each carry concerns they must address
Tyler Adams Diary
Culture
Nipsey Hussle, Bino Rideaux and the marathon behind ‘Prolific’
With Prolific, Bino Rideaux and Nipsey Hussle’s inner circle set out to honor the late rapper’s vision while safeguarding the legacy he built.
Sports
Russell Westbrook, retirement and unspoken superpowers
Future Hall of Famer leaves behind a one-of-a-kind legacy of intention and intensity
Sports
Denver Broncos DC Vance Joseph has 3 tips for young coaches
Longtime defensive coordinator gives insight into leading Denver’s elite defense, being a minority coach, and more
Sports
Doc Rivers still fighting for NBA coaches as he enters Basketball Hall of Fame
2026 inductee talks mentorship, the Hall call, his biggest coaching influences, and more
Sports
Mychal ‘the Librarian’ Threets embraces his passions for books and women’s basketball to promote both
‘Reading Rainbow’ host uses his platform to champion stories written by female athletes
Sports
Black golf’s pro participation and the problems it faces
Zero African Americans played in the sport’s four major tournaments in 2026. How can belief in progress be restored?