Dolphins Release Tagovailoa; Raiders Trade Crosby to Ravens; NCAA Tournament Updates
The Miami Dolphins informed QB Tua Tagovailoa on Monday morning that he will be released when the new league year begins on Wednesday, making him a free agent. The NFL's legal tampering period starts today, leading to expected player movement. In a significant trade, the Las Vegas Raiders are sending Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for two first-round picks, marking a major boost for the Ravens’ defense. The Raiders also released Geno Smith, paving the way for projected No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears acquired center Garrett Bradbury from the New England Patriots for a fifth-round pick, filling the gap left by retired Drew Dalman. Additionally, Trent McDuffie reportedly agreed to an extension with the Los Angeles Rams, becoming the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history. In UFC news, Charles Oliveira upset Max Holloway to win the BMF title at UFC 326. The promotion also announced its White House card for June 14, featuring Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje for the lightweight title. Team USA dominated in the World Baseball Classic, starting with a 15-5 win over Brazil and a 9-1 victory against Great Britain, setting up a matchup against Mexico tonight at 8 p.m. ET. In college basketball, Caleb Wilson of North Carolina will miss the season due to a broken thumb, likely impacting the Tar Heels’ NCAA Tournament chances. The men’s NCAA Tournament picture is shaping up, with Duke and Florida emerging as strong contenders for top seeds. In women's NCAA updates, nine automatic bids are secured, with UCLA making headlines after a record 51-point win in the Big Ten championship. In the NHL, a calm trade deadline saw winners like the Mammoth and Blues, while teams like the Sabres and Hurricanes failed to make significant moves. Stay tuned for more updates as the sports landscape continues to evolve.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-03-09