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NYT Connections Sports Edition Today: Hints and Answers for Saturday, February 21, 2026

Get excited—there's another New York Times game to add to your daily routine! Those of us word game addicts who already playWordle,Connections,Strandsand theMini Crosswordnow haveConnections Sports Editionto add to the mix.So, if you're looking for some hints and answers for today's Connections Sports Edition onSaturday, February 21, 2026, you've come to the right place.

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Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Saturday, February 21, 2026 / The New York TimesThe New York Times

What Is Connections Sports Edition?

Connections Sports Edition is just like the regular Connections word puzzle, in that it's a game that resets at 12 a.m. EST each day and has 16 different words listed. It's up to you to figure out each group of four words that belong to a certain category, with four categories in total.

This new version is sports-specific, however, as a partnership between The New York Times and The Athletic.

As the NYT site instructs, for Connections Sports Edition, you "group sports terms that share a common thread."

Related:The 26 Funniest NYT Connections Game Memes You'll Appreciate if You Do This Daily Word Puzzle

Hints for Today's Connections Sports Edition Categories on February 21, 2026

Here are some hints about the four categories to help you figure out the word groupings.

Yellow: Old Line State.
Green: Hoops legend.
Blue:Robert Redford movie.
Purple: Vroom-vroom.

Here Are Today's Connections Sports Edition Categories

OK, time for a second hint…we'll give you the actual categories now. Spoilers below!

Yellow: MARYLAND TEAMS
Green: SHAQUILLE O'NEAL NICKNAMES
Blue: ASSOCIATED WITH "THE NATURAL"
Purple: SPORTS THAT HAVE A DRIVER

If you're looking for the answers, no worries—we've got them below. So, don't scroll any further if you don't want to see the solutions!The answers to today'sConnections Sports Edition #516are coming up next.Related:15 Fun Games Like Connections to Play Every Day

What Are the Answers to Connections Sports Edition Today?

MARYLAND TEAMS: MIDSHIPMEN, ORIOLES, RAVENS, TERRAPINS
SHAQUILLE O'NEAL NICKNAMES: BIG ARISTOTLE, DIESEL, SHAQ, SUPERMAN
ASSOCIATED WITH "THE NATURAL": BASEBALL, HOBBS, KNIGHTS, WONDERBOY
SPORTS THAT HAVE A DRIVER: BOBSLED, F1, GOLF, WATER POLO

Don't worry if you didn't get them this time—we've all been there.

Up next,catch up on the answers to recent Wordle puzzles.

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byManuel Mongo

in Celebrities, Lifestyle, Politics, ShowBiz, Sports

February 21, 2026

NYT Connections Sports Edition Today: Hints and Answers for Saturday, February 21, 2026

Get excited—there's another New York Times game to add to your daily routine! Those of us word game addicts who alrea...

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Dua Lipakept it simple in her new photos for Bulgari, donning a crisp white shirt held together by a single button. The high jewelry brand announced the pop star as its new global brand ambassador on February 18. In the photoshoot accompanying the announcement, the "Levitating" singer opted for a laid-back style.

Dua Lipa steals the show in crisp white shirt held together by a button in Bulgari photos

Take a look at Dua Lipa looking stunning in a white shirt and jeans for Bulgari:

Lipa wore an oversized white shirt, fastened by a single button at the center, allowing the fabric to drape softly and reveal just a hint of skin. She paired it with classic blue jeans cinched at the waist with the black Déhanche Tetra Belt, available for purchase onFarfetch.

The photo captured the "No Rules" singer reclining casually on a black glossy leather sofa. She modeled several gold jewelry pieces fromBulgari. Most of these were from the brand's Serpenti Viper and B.Zero1 collection.

Originally reported by Ankita Shaw ontheFashionSpot.

The postDua Lipa's Crisp White Shirt Hangs on by a Button for Bulgariappeared first onReality Tea.

byManuel Mongo

in Celebrities, Lifestyle, Politics, ShowBiz, Sports

February 21, 2026

Dua Lipa’s Crisp White Shirt Hangs on by a Button for Bulgari

Dua Lipakept it simple in her new photos for Bulgari, donning a crisp white shirt held together by a single button. The high jewelry brand ...

Photo Credit: Aaron J. Thornton/WireImage via Getty Images

Livvy Dunneshowed off her athletic side as she posed in a bold workout fit in new photos. On February 18, she announced her new partnership withTom Brady'sathleisure brand, Nobull, in a joint Instagram post. She wore an all-black set and added a splash of color with her choice of footwear.

Livvy Dunne announces joining Tom Brady's brand Nobull in bold workout fit

Take a look at Livvy Dunne modeling pieces from Tom Brady's Nobull:

Livvy Dunne channeled her athletic side in a new campaign for Nobull. The photos showed her sporting a fitted sports bra with a clean square neckline and supportive straps that framed her shoulders. The cropped piece left her toned midriff on full display.

Dunne paired it with high-waisted black leggings that hugged her features. She completed her look with white crew socks andWomen's Allday Knitshoes in classic white punch. The pair is available for purchase on the brand's official site for $150. In addition, her blonde hair was styled in a ponytail with a neat middle part.

Originally reported by Ankita Shaw ontheFashionSpot.

The postLivvy Dunne Joins Tom Brady's Nobull as an Investor in Bold Workout Fitappeared first onReality Tea.

byManuel Mongo

in Celebrities, Lifestyle, Politics, ShowBiz, Sports

February 21, 2026

Livvy Dunne Joins Tom Brady’s Nobull as an Investor in Bold Workout Fit

Livvy Dunneshowed off her athletic side as she posed in a bold workout fit in new photos. On February 18, she announced her new partnership...

Irina Shaykrocked a bold black polka-dotstring bikinion the Miami shores. Just Jared shared a mini carousel of Shayk striking candid poses for photos while wearing a bikini. It comes as no surprise that her bikini look has fans in a chokehold.

Irina Shayk stuns in new beach look

Irina Shayksets the temperatures soaring in a black polka-dot string bikini. Just Jared shared her bold bikini photos with the caption, "Irina Shayk rocks a loosely buttoned white shirt over a polka-dot bikini as she goes for a dip in the ocean while vacationing in Miami!"

The 40-year-old wore a white translucent shirt over her black polka-dot string bikini and left a few buttons undone in the middle. She tied her hair in a loose bun and wore a black cap with dark glasses. Shayk accessorized it with a dainty necklace and wore a gorgeous shade of mauve lipstick.

The Russian fashion model showcased her enviable physique and toned stomach as she struck candid poses on Miami shores. Her soaked hair and free-spirited attitude added an extra oomph factor to the look.

Originally reported by Anwaya Mane onMandatory

The postIrina Shayk Soaks Up Miami Sun in Head-Turning Beach Lookappeared first onReality Tea.

byManuel Mongo

in Celebrities, Lifestyle, Politics, ShowBiz, Sports

February 20, 2026

Irina Shayk Soaks Up Miami Sun in Head-Turning Beach Look

Irina Shaykrocked a bold black polka-dotstring bikinion the Miami shores. Just Jared shared a mini carousel of Shayk striking candid poses ...

AshirtlessShia LaBeoufwas recently spotted jogging in New Orleans. The sighting comes amidst controversy surrounding the actor, recently arrested after a violent altercation at a bar during Mardi Gras and charged with two counts of simple battery. Despite being released on his own recognizance or ROR — wherein he wasn't required to pay a bond — he is scheduled for a pretrial hearing on March 19, 2026.

Shia LaBeouf spotted jogging amid arrest controversy

Check out a shirtless Shia LaBeouf jogging in the Instagram pictures below:

As seen in the photos, the Transformers actor's shirtless look exposed his tattooed body. For his jog, he wore black shorts, which exposed the tattoos above his knees, white socks, and black lace shoes. He also donned a pair of headphones to listen to some music. Notably, he tucked a green t-shirt into one of his shorts' pockets. He wore this t-shirt at some point during his jog, likely before getting all sweaty, as seen inthis post.

Originally reported by Abdul Azim Naushad onMandatory

The postShia LaBeouf Takes Shirtless Jog After Arrest Controversyappeared first onReality Tea.

byManuel Mongo

in Celebrities, Lifestyle, Politics, ShowBiz, Sports

February 20, 2026

Shia LaBeouf Takes Shirtless Jog After Arrest Controversy

AshirtlessShia LaBeoufwas recently spotted jogging in New Orleans. The sighting comes amidst controversy surrounding the actor, recently ar...

Marilyn Monroe's California 'Doll House' hits the market for $3.3M

Marilyn Monroe's former Palm Springs home has dazzled its way onto the market with a $3.3 million price tag.

Collage of Marilyn Monroe, a living room, a house exterior at sunset, and a pool area with mountains.

Known as the "Marilyn Monroe Doll House," the mid-century modern masterpiece was owned by the blonde bombshell until her death in 1962.

Marilyn Monroe's former Palm Springs home has dazzled its way onto the market with a $3.3 million price tag. David Emerson

Constructed only a year before the starlet's tragic passing, the home in the plush Vista Las Palmas neighborhood spans 3,000 square feet and features four bedrooms and four bathrooms.

Architect Charles Du Bois designed the home, and the Alexander Construction Company turned it into a showpiece that helped define the city's allure.

The property has seen updates over the years but still retains its vintage appeal.

Monroe became one of the most famous sex symbols of the 1950s. She died at age 36 from a barbiturate overdose in her Brentwood, Los Angeles home. Bettmann Archive

Its prior owners "were sensitive to midcentury and wanted to do something that felt midcentury," listing agent David Emerson toldMansion Global.

The home boasts a spacious living area anchored by a fireplace, a dining nook, a retro semicircular bar.

Sliding glass doors frame the main living space, opening to a patio, pool, hot tub and a fire pit featuring stunning views of the San Jacinto Mountains.

Constructed only a year before the starlet's tragic passing, the home in the plush Vista Las Palmas neighborhood spans 3,000 square feet and features four bedrooms and four bathrooms. David Emerson

Nick Adler, founder of the clothing company M Star Studios, is listed as the property's current owner,TMZ reported.

Monroe became one of the most famous sex symbols of the 1950s. She died at age 36 from a barbiturate overdose in her Brentwood, Los Angeles home.

Her death was ruled a "probable suicide" by the Los Angeles County coroner.

byManuel Mongo

in Celebrities, Lifestyle, Politics, ShowBiz, Sports

February 20, 2026

Marilyn Monroe’s California ‘Doll House’ hits the market for $3.3M

Marilyn Monroe's former Palm Springs home has dazzled its way onto the market with a $3.3 million price tag. ...

Netflix releases a posthumous interview with Eric Dane after his death from ALS

Eric Danedid not believe in an afterlife.

"I think when the lights go out, it's over," he said in an interview for "Famous Last Words," a Netflix series that's available now. "I do believe that once we go to sleep or however it is we — we go, once we're gone, we're gone."

He also hoped in the interview that his two daughters, Billie and Georgia, would remember how he was present in their lives. He went to beach volleyball games and dance recitals, adding that he'd seen "The Nutcracker" many times and his review was, "That thing drones on, man."

The "Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" actor died Thursday less than one year after he announcedhe was diagnosed with ALS,or Lou Gehrig's disease, which is afatal nerve system disease.

"Famous Last Words" is based on a show that originated in Denmark. The premise is that a person is interviewed —executive producer Brad Falchukdoes the questioning in the Netflix show — and it will not be released until their death.

Dane's interview is the second episode. The first was with primatologist and conservationistJane Goodall,who died last October. Falchuk tells The Associated Press he's recorded five conversations already with plans for more.

No one else was present on set for the taping last November and even the camera operators were in a different room.

"The guest needs to be totally safe to speak honestly and say whatever they want and know that they're leaving something for people to experience with them not here," Falchuk said on Friday. Only a small number of people work on the production of the show afterward. "Very, very few people have seen it and very, very people even know whose done it," explained Falchuk.

"Famous people don't often get an opportunity to speak honestly about themselves and about what they think in the world," said Falchuk who is married to Oscar winner Gwyneth Paltrow. "They have to be very protective, especially nowadays. They say things and it goes everywhere and it gets misinterpreted and they also want to keep working or keep you know doing what they do, so this is an opportunity for them not to have to be guarded."

Dane's ALS advocacy lives on

After his ALS diagnosis, Dane became an advocate to raise awareness and money to fight the disease. After his death, the organization I AM ALS released clips of him recorded for an upcoming documentary.

"It's a tough thing to respond to, it's a tough thing to live with, yeah. But it's really hard for the people around me too. And it's almost like — in a weird way, it's to some benefit, because I spend a lot of my time consoling others," he said in a clip released Friday.

Filmmaker Chris Burke also captured Dane on a trip to Washington D.C. where he lobbied politicians for a bill that would help accelerate research, expand access to treatment and secure one billion dollars in federal funding for ALS patients.

"He understood that ALS is not just a diagnosis; it is a call to action for families, for answers, and for change," the organization said in a statement after Dane's death.

Dane's last message to his daughters

In theNetflixshow, Dane also reflected on the lifelong impact of losing his father at age 7 and subsequent struggles with addiction to drugs and alcohol. He said he immediately knew he would marry Rebecca Gayheart when he met her and shared a memory of a family vacation to France where he spent a car ride speaking with a "spot on" French accent that made everyone laugh.

The most poignant part of the taping was at the end — when Falchuk left the room for Dane to look into the camera and deliver a final message which he dedicated to his daughters. Dane shared that his diagnosis with ALS taught him to be present. He also hoped the girls would "fall in love," whether it be with a person or something that would make them want to wake up each morning.

"I hope you won't just listen to me. I hope you'll hear me," he said.

Falchuk said this final message is something each guest has the opportunity to do. "People do all different kinds of stuff. Some people write it. Jane improvised hers. Eric wrote his," said Falchuk, who was visibly emotional at the idea of Dane's daughters watching his message.

"It's hard to think about that," he said. "They're grieving and he loved them so much. They loved him so much and they're just a beautiful family. I don't know. Maybe they'll watch it. Maybe they'll never watch it, whatever it may be."

Falchuk and Dane had dinner prior to filming and they didn't know each other well, but a new friendship had developed from the experience.

"I'm grieving Eric a lot right now. It's very hard. I was not expecting this to happen this soon. And I miss him," said Falchuk. "It's hard when they die. It is hard."

The exchange seemed to also have an impact on Dane, who told Falchuk, "This is probably the most revealing and in-depth conversation I've had with just about anybody."

byManuel Mongo

in Celebrities, Lifestyle, Politics, ShowBiz, Sports

February 20, 2026

Netflix releases a posthumous interview with Eric Dane after his death from ALS

Eric Danedid not believe in an afterlife. "I think when the lights go out, it's over," he said i...

'American Idol' alum Caleb Flynn arrested and charged in wife's murder

A former "American Idol" contestant has been arrested in western Ohio and charged with his wife's murder.

Caleb Carl Flynn, 39, is currently facing one count of murder and two counts each of felonious assault and tampering with evidence in the Feb. 16 death of Ashley Flynn, 37, Miami County court records show.

Ashley Flynn was found dead early Monday, Feb. 16, in her home in Tipp City, about 30 minutes north of Dayton and an hour east of Columbus, according toDayton-area TV station WHIO.

A 911 caller, later identified as the Season 12 singer, said someone broke into their house and shot Ashley Flynn, and children were inside the home,the Dayton Daily Newsreported.

Police investigators saidonly the couple and their children were home at the time of the shooting, WHIO reported.

Flynn has pleaded not guilty to the charges, his attorney, L. Patrick Mulligan, confirmed, adding that Mulligan looks forward to defending the case.

"We are both disappointed and concerned about the short timeline and seeming rush to judgment in this case," Mulligan said in a statement to USA TODAY. "When the government runs out of leads or can't develop leads and looks at a surviving spouse in cases such as these, the chance of a wrongful conviction increases."

Tipp City Police Department Chief Greg Adkins dismissed Mulligan's claim that the case has moved fast, adding that the investigation is progressing thoroughly and deliberately. In a statement to USA TODAY, he wrote, "The pace of this investigation has been driven by the evidence recovered and discovered, and that evidence will continue to guide the investigation as additional information is collected and analyzed."

"I am confident that the case ultimately presented in a court of law will reflect diligence, thoroughness, accuracy, and integrity. The family and the community deserve nothing less from our department and the assisting agencies," Adkins added.

Since Kelly Clarkson was named the first-ever "American Idol" winner on Sept. 4, 2002, the singing competition show has helped launch the careers of Billboard-charting artists, singers who have helped define their genre, daytime TV personalities and precisely one EGOT winner (we're looking at you, J Hud).

Though the "Idol" hitmaking machine now creaks rather than churns out superstars, the platform is still unparalleled when compared to its singing competition peers.

We've ranked the 23 "American Idol" winners based primarily on sheer talent, but with an obvious nod toward their success after the show.