A report released by the Defense Department’s Office of Inspector General on Wednesday said the department’s response was “appropriate, supported by requirements, consistent with the DoD’s roles and responsibilities for DSCA, and compliant with laws, regulations, and other applicable guidance.” It also said acting Defense Secretary Chris Miller’s and Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy’s decisions “were reasonable in light of the circumstances that existed on that day and requests from D....

But really, let “the world’s greatest athlete” root for his damn wife, OK? MORE: Gatlin rips fellow American, is track’s fastest villain Ashton Eaton probably will win his second gold medal in the decathlon next week, which would allow him to retain the title of world’s greatest athlete, according to Gustav V. Eaton is American, and he is the world recordholder in both the decathlon and indoor heptathlon. These are incredibly difficult events, and he has assured the USA a spot as a favorite in them the past four years....

The former U.S. senator–the first African-American woman ever in that job–announced in February that she was forming a presidential exploratory committee. But so far, she hasn’t made much of a showing. She has come in last in the race for money to date: she raised $72,450 in the first quarter of this year. (That’s about 1 percent of what Sen. John Edwards raised.) Last week, at a Washington event sponsored by EMILY’s List–a group that supports women candidates (but is still evaluating the “merits” of Braun’s race)–the former senator and ambassador to New Zealand under Bill Clinton made a candid pitch: “We need your help, we need your checks, we need your networking, we need your support,” she said....

David Hall Dixon was taken into custody by Takoma Park police in Maryland on Friday after he fatally shot two men as they were driving away after an encounter on Wednesday. Dixon initially said that he believed the victims were breaking into a car, and said he opened fire after three men involved in the incident nearly ran him over. But investigations by Takoma Park police later found that the off-duty officer unlawfully opened fire after danger had passed....

Keep up to date with all the Deadline Day rumours! N’Diaye last played for Sunderland in 2013-14 but the midfielder is back in England after arriving from La Liga on a loan deal until the end of the season. The 26-year-old, who will wear the number 10 shirt, only joined Villarreal from fellow Spanish outfit Real Betis in July last year. Senegal international N’Diaye made seven Liga appearances for Villarreal, with six of those coming from the bench this term....

The 19-year-old is a developmental player so will not be allowed to move for free, with a tribunal likely to price the move at around £3 million. Liverpool’s pre-season fixtures in full He has, however, agreed personal terms and is ready to open an exciting new chapter in his career. A statement on Liverpool’s official website read: “The 19-year-old striker will complete the transfer to the Reds on July 1, 2017, upon the expiry of his contract with his current club, Chelsea....

Mourinho admits cup final ‘problem’ The 21-year-old has moved to Loftus Road for an undisclosed fee after not making a senior appearance for the Red Devils. Goss, who joined United’s academy from Exeter City in 2012, was named on the bench for a Premier League fixture against Watford in November 2015. He was also included in United’s 2015 pre-season tour of the United States under Louis van Gaal. Speaking to QPR’s official club website, the German-born player said: “I’m delighted that the deal is done - absolutely buzzing....

The out rapper made history this spring with the song, which has reaimed atop the Billboard 100 for a record-breaking 18 weeks. The actual Old Town Road, however, is a mere 600 feet long. Still, signage for the road has been stolen at least six times in the past four months, leaving behind only “metal stumps.” “It’s mounted on the post, so if someone wanted to steal just a sign, they would have to take a hacksaw and saw it off at the top of the post,” Stephanie Hawkinson, the town’s communications project director, told the Boston Globe....

First, we've got the Thomas Green Clemson statue, holding buckeye necklaces and a sign that reads "Charlie Bauman Had It Coming," which of course references the infamous Woody Hayes punch on Bauman, seen below. But Clemson wasn't just going to take that. They've responded in kind. (Source: TigerNet.com) We look forward to the next chapter in this battle. MORE COLLEGE FOOTBALL: 2014 Heisman leaders | SN All-Americans | Bowl coverage

We now know: Jones got the start for the Buckeyes. HAYES: Why mess with a good thing? Cardale right choice | MORE: Week 1 photos | Cheerleaders The game is complete in Blacksburg, Va. Here’s a look at some of the key stats from the Buckeyes’ victory: How did Cardale Jones perform? Well, but Urban Meyer said he expected better. 11:29: FINAL: OHIO STATE 42, VIRGINIA TECH 24. 11:22: Brenden Motley finds Isaiah Ford in the end zone for a 17-yard score with 1:55 left in the game....

Ohio State wide receivers coach Zach Smith caught wind of a recruiting flyer that compared him to Michigan passing game coordinator Jedd Fisch. It did not paint a flattering picture of Smith. MORE: Shirtless Harbaugh knows what he’s doing | Top Big Ten games in 2015 | Big Ten coach rankings Smith responded by pointing out the Buckeyes defeated the Wolverines the past three seasons. He also told Michigan to kiss the rings....

“Zach was a remarkable young man who inspired us all,” athletic director Gene Smith said in a release . “He made a tremendous impact on many lives and showed incredible courage in his fight. We send our heartfelt condolences to Zach’s family and friends during this difficult time.” MORE: Notable sports deaths of 2015 Farmer was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in April 2014 and went into remission that June....

“Somebody said I couldn’t cook?” Apple asked. “He’s never had anything I’ve cooked, then. That is completely false. I was one of the best cooks on the team. I used to make breakfast all the time.” MORE: Final Mock Draft | OSU’s success at cornerback Apple’s dad was a five-star chef, and Apple said he “learned from him.” Apple’s mother tweeted her response to a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel report that quoted an anonymous scout saying Apple “has no life skills at all....

The Ohio State defensive tackle was suspended from the team and will not play in the Fiesta Bowl, coach Urban Meyer announced Friday (via the Columbus Dispatch). MORE: How your team wins playoff? | 16-team playoff looks like this The move comes after Washington was cited for solicitation Wednesday. He is due in court Dec. 17 to face the charge. Washington, a senior, issued the following statement Thursday night after the news broke of his citation:...

As recently as last August, Smith told CBSSports.com that he’d “rather leave money on the table” than offer alcohol sales to the entire 104,944-seat stadium, although the math of $8 or $9 per beer multiplied by the number of seats is, no pun intended, a staggering figure. MORE: Ten B1G questions | OSU top program since 2000 | Preseason Top 25 Instead, fans with access to the Horseshoe’s 81 suites and 2,700 club seats — 4,370 seat in total — will for the first time be able to buy beer and wine inside the historic stadium, built in 1922....

The Buckeyes (12-3, 2-2 Big Ten) won 12 of their first 13 games this season but have dropped their last two contests, including a 64-61 defeat at the hands of Rutgers on Wednesday. Sophomore Kaleb Wesson has been a revelation for Ohio State, averaging a team-leading 17.1 points per game, nearly seven more than his average last season. His 6.9 rebounds per game also lead Ohio State. MORE: Watch Ohio State-Iowa live and on-demand with fuboTV (7-day free trial)....

In one of the more surprising results of the season, the Wildcats clinched the Big Ten West after going 7-1 in conference play. Northwestern got off to a 1-3 start, but caught fire by winning seven of its last eight games. MORE: Watch Northwestern-Ohio State live and on demand with fuboTV (7-day free trial) Ohio State, meanwhile, throttled Michigan 62-39 last weekend to clinch the Big Ten East and make its third conference championship game appearance in five years....

A gym attendee who was recently in a viral video for refusing to wear a facial covering at an Ohio DMV has turned up in a second venue just days later: Planet Fitness. The woman identified previously as Anna Peric engaged in her latest anti-masker quarrel as a male gym staff member repeatedly asked her to leave the Cleveland-area branch of the national fitness chain. Peric accused the staffer of “harassing” her as she tried to start up a treadmill without a mask....