The cable television sports network ESPN says it fired an employee responsible for an offensive headline referring to Knicks sensation Jeremy Lin. The headline "Chink in the Armor" was used Friday on ESPN's mobile website after Lin had nine turnovers in New York's loss to New Orleans.

Last week I broke down the basic offseason plan for players in the NFL. The conditioning, weight training and speed work that goes into a veteran’s winter routine as they prep for their return to OTAs and mini-camps.

For those still harboring doubts about Jeremy Lin, put them away. He’s the real deal. In helping spearhead another rousing New York Knicks victory Sunday — this time over the defending-champion Dallas Mavericks — the Lin story officially transitioned from novelty act to long-term fact.

On Tuesday night, the 49ers' move to Santa Clara became official. And the new plan will put the stadium opening date a season ahead of schedule -- meaning the 49ers will play only two more seasons at Candlestick Park.

British heavyweight Dereck Chisora was released Sunday after nearly seven hours of questioning by police following his brawl with former WBA champion David Haye at a post-fight news conference.