The latest edition of Connections: Sports Edition has been released, featuring an array of challenging categories. Players can engage with the puzzle through The Athletic's app or online for free, as it is not included in the NYT Games app.
For today, January 8, 2026, the answers span four distinct themes: the yellow group focuses on a DC athlete, featuring answers like Capital and Commander, while the green group revolves around supplies for athletic trainers, including bandages and ice pack. The blue team consists of Breeze, Laces, Phantom, and Vinyl, representing unrivaled teams. Lastly, the purple group relates to the name Jerry, including Lucas, Rice, Stackhouse, and West.