The state of New York reached an agreement with Erie County and the Buffalo Bills for a $1.4 billion stadium in Orchard Park, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Monday.
Why it matters: The new stadium would receive $850 million in state and local funding under the agreement. It would be the largest-ever taxpayer contribution for a pro football facility, per The New York Times.
The National Football League is putting together a committee to review its diversity hiring practices, the league announced Monday.
Driving the news: The announcement comes after former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores sued the NFL and each of its franchises for racial discrimination.
The USMNT beat Panama, 5-1, on Sunday in Orlando behind a hat trick from Christian Pulisic, all but guaranteeing a spot in the 2022 World Cup.
State of play: The U.S. would need to suffer a six-goal defeat at Costa Rica on Wednesday to be denied automatic qualification and sent to a playoff with the winners of Oceania.
The 2022 men's Final Four is full of "Blue Bloods," all of whom suit up in blue. If ever there was a time for an "Eiffel 65" halftime show, it's next weekend in New Orleans.
Why it matters: An upset-filled tournament will conclude with a battle of juggernauts. Three of the four all-time winningest programs will be featured, along with Villanova, which has won two of the past five titles.
