Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears are attempting to become one of the highest scoring NFL teams of all time in 2026.
Head coach Ben Johnson and his team have made it no secret that they want their high-powered offense to shine. That fact was put onto full display against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1 after dropping 59 points on the road.
However, Chicago's not just looking to be dominant this season. Johnson and his group are seeking a legendary campaign that can etch the NFC North franchise into the history books.
The Bears ironically already hold the NFL record for most points in a single game with 73. Meanwhile, Williams, DeAndre Swift and the talented Chicago squad could make a move on that total in 2026.
MORE: Packers' offseason gamble on Matt LeFleur backfires after latest collapse

#Chicago #bears #panthers #week

India's road to the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final 2027 has become much clearer following the recent Tests that were played.
As every match affects the percentage points table (PCT), India still finds themselves in the race, but with very little to spare as they move forward towards the end of the cycle.
In the first of the two Tests that India played against Sri Lanka, the visitors registered a massive 165-run victory in Galle and then aimed to complete a whitewash. However, a valiant performance from Sri Lanka in the final day of the 2nd Test in Colombo helped them to hold the visitors to a draw in the final match of the series.
After a surprise win over Australia in the first Test, Bangladesh succumbed to an embarrassing loss in the second and final match of the series in Mackay. Till date, Bangladesh hold on to the fourth position but India can overtake them if they win the second match.
England moved to the sixth position, replacing Sri Lanka after their 3-0 whitewash win over Pakistan on September 12.

#bangladesh

The Miami Hurricanes move to 2-0 after drubbing the FAMU Rattlers 77-7 on Thursday night at Hard Rock Stadium. I predicted Miami by 40+ and clearly that was an easy take.
Diatribe coming, skip ahead: I greatly appreciate what the FCS games do for the FCS athletic departments, essentially the payoff keeps the schools afloat for the year, however these games need to be recalibrated. I was bored halfway through the first quarter and went to sleep at halftime.
My suggestion is to move these games to Week Zero, treat it like a preseason game ie. it doesn't count, and still pay the teams the fee to come and play. That would give FSU a chance to check their light system, and everyone else a chance to simulate the game day experience with a lower ticket price while still being televised. The fact that your season ticket package includes this boring game, in addition to Central Michigan, would feel like robbery to me. OK- DIATRIBE OVER.
The Canyonero Keys to Victory main theme was to drive over a team ranked in the 200's in SP+ and throw it in reverse and back over them again. Miami did just that and we're all ready to move on to real opponents now. The three keys were:
1- Don't get **** y, stick to the plan. Miami pounded the rock three times on the opening drive and it was capped by a Mark Fletcher TD. The 'Canes plan was to get the run game going and the Darian Mensah to his receivers connection fresh. It worked.

#game #move #like

Bo Bichette's future with the New York Mets remains uncertain as the team prepares for the Subway Series against the New York Yankees.
The Mets signed Bichette to a three-year, $126 million contract last winter. He now faces a major decision after the season.
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Bichette can opt out of the deal and enter free agency. If he stays, he would earn $42 million in each of the next two seasons.
ESPN's Jeff Passan recently called the decision a "genuine coin flip," according to reports on Bichette's future. That shows just how difficult the choice could be.

#METS #bichette #series

Martin Odegaard said ***** nal have proven they will always 'keep fighting' after a comeback win against Chelsea at the Emirates.
Arsenal fell behind inside two minutes when former transfer target Morgan Rogers volleyed Chelsea ahead, with the £117m signing striking low into the bottom corner after the Gunners failed to deal with a set piece.
The champions came back into the game and had a Riccardo Calafiori effort for an offside, but levelled when Kai Havertz drilled inside Emi Martinez's near post on 25 minutes.
An entertaining London Derby continued at a frantic pace, with Pedro Neto striking the woodwork for Chelsea before half-time.
Odegaard ultimately settled the game after a beautifully worked ***** nal goal five minutes after the restart. The Norwegian's call for Kai Havertz to leave Christos Tzolis' pass was granted, with Odegaard emphatically slamming in the winner for the champions.

#striking

Texas Wesleyan steps up in competition Saturday when the Rams visit McNeese at Navarre Stadium in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with kickoff set for 7:00 PM ET on ESPN+. The matchup is the second of three consecutive home games to open the season for the Cowboys.
Sep 7, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; McNeese State Cowboys quarterback Kamden Sixkiller (6) passes during the fourth quarter against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images
Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Channel: ESPN+

#texas #stadium

Chelsea have had a few remarkable transfer summers since their forced sale from Roman Abramovich's control in May 2022.
Once again they were big spenders, outlaying £349m on 11 signings such as Morgan Rogers, Maxence Lacroix and Emiliano Martinez.
But there was something different this time. Chelsea actually made a trading profit after selling 17 players.
Another 22 were loaned out, four of those with either sell-on options or obligations totalling more than £140m.
It meant a staggering 39 players left the club - and that is not including the four young players who were released.

#once #morgan #maxence

Hearts have signed Swiss teenager Leart Kabashi from Grasshoper Club Zurich for an undisclosed fee.
The 18-year-old midfielder has penned a four-year deal at Tynecastle and could make his debut in tonight's Edinburgh derby clash against Hibs.
"A fast player on the ball with good technique and good finishes and a team player," Kabashi told HeartsTV about what fans can expect from him.
"I love to fight for the team, give my all for the team and have a big mentality."
Kabashi came through Grashopper's academy before linking up with the first team and made his debut in February last year. He scored his first senior goal in his second appearance for the club and has featured six times for the Swiss side since then.

#swiss

Two key Raiders are not participating in Wednesday's practice.
According to multiple reporters on the scene, quarterback Kirk Cousins and running back Ashton Jeanty are among those sidelined in the day's session.
While Jeanty is dealing with an ankle injury, the reason for Cousins' absence is unknown. The quarterback did appear on the field before the end of the media's viewing window in a red jersey and a hat, which could be an indication that he's receiving a rest day.
Head coach Klint Kubiak is expected to address the media after practice.
With Cousins not participating, rookie Fernando Mendoza handled the QB duties for the first-team offense. Mendoza is expected to receive much fewer reps with the regular season beginning, so this could be a chance for him to further his development before the team dives deeper into preparing to play the Dolphins on Sept. 13.

#participating #team #according

Everton have announced the transfer of fullback Nathan Patterson to Torino in Serie A. Though the the transfer fee was not disclosed, it is rumoured to be under £1 million with a hefty 30% sell-on fee attached as well.
The 24-year-old leaves Everton after four and a half seasons, having joined from Glasgow Rangers in January 2022 and ushered the club through a couple of relegation battles.
He only featured in 68 games in his time here, having failed to win David Moyes' trust to become the starter at a position of need for the Blues for close to a decade since the decline of former club captain Seamus Coleman.
Despite featuring in all three group games for Scotland at this summer's World Cup, on his way out of the club Patterson even had to endure the insult of Moyes forgetting his name, calling him 'Craig Patterson' at a recent press conference. He will leave the club on good terms with the fans though.
Good luck to you Patto, and here's wishing you all the best in your career.

#patterson #club

NFL practice squad signings tracker: Updated rosters for all 32 teams in 2026 originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
With the preseason officially over, NFL teams made the necessary cuts over the weekend to get their rosters down to 53 players. However, those rosters are still fluid, as the next step in the process is the waiver wire.
With so many players hitting the waiver wire, teams have a chance to add players who were cut, taking advantage of the influx of available talent. Those who aren't claimed become eligible to sign with any practice squad across the NFL.
Practice squads are crucial throughout the NFL season, giving teams necessary insurance in case of injuries or underperformance. Players on those practice squads can also continue to develop in practice before hitting the field on game day, which is especially important for young players.
Filling out practice squads marks each organization's final step in **** embling its team before preparing for Week 1. The Sporting News is tracking every team's practice squad signing following the waiver claims.

#teams #squads #necessary

David Malukas is running out of ways to prove he belongs at the front of IndyCar without actually winning a race.
The 24-year-old American has been knocking on the door all season in his first year with Team Penske. He has piled up top finishes, qualified near the front and now has another brutal near-miss to add to the résumé. At Milwaukee, Malukas led 93 laps and appeared to have his first career IndyCar victory in his hands before a late restart issue allowed Pato O'Ward to steal the win. He finished second — his fourth runner-up result of the season.
At this point, it feels like Malukas is simply snakebit.
It's the same feeling you get watching Tommy Fleetwood chase that first PGA Tour win or Sheldon Creed keep getting agonizingly close in the O'Reilly Series. You can see the talent. You can see the speed. You can see the breakthrough coming.
Malukas just needs everything to finally fall his way.

#malukas #american

The Oregon Ducks coaching staff is hard at work recruiting the quarterback position in the 2028 class, reportedly emerging recently among the favorites for four-star Tristin Gaines, who's scheduled a gameday visit this fall. But that's not stopping Dan Lanning and Co. from continuing to cast a wide net, as four-star passer Tommy Devany has scheduled a gameday visit as well in Eugene.
Devany, the No. 16 quarterback and No. 236 player overall in the 2028 class according to 247Sports Composite, will be in Eugene for the Ducks' Nov. 14 matchup against the Michigan Wolverines. He's also set to take gameday visits to California (Sept. 5), Arkansas (Sept. 26), Utah (Nov. 7) and Stanford (Nov. 28).
A Clovis, CA, native, Devany competes for Buchanan High school and is the 18th-ranked player in the talent-rich state of California. As a sophomore in 2025, Devany completed 62% of his passes for 2,408 yards and 18 touchdowns while adding another three scores on the ground.
Standing 6-foot-3 and 190 pounds, Devany collected a bevy of offers earlier this year, but appears to have narrowed his lift down to five with Oregon included. Having received the commitment of Will Mencl, the No. 4 quarterback in the 2027 class, it's not necessarily imperative for the Ducks to have a quarterback commit in the 2028 class.
After all, they survived without one in the 2026 class after four-star Bryson Beaver signed his letter of intent but entered the transfer portal and landed with the Georgia Bulldogs. Oregon has dipped into the transfer portal for both depth and starting-level talent, and could do so in the future.

#devany

The Washington Commanders have begun making roster cuts, releasing four players Saturday afternoon.
The Commanders still have a long way to go to reach the league limit of 53 by Sunday afternoon. The four players released thus far on Saturday are LB Boogie Basham, LB D.J. Johnson, S Joshuah Bledsoe and S Qwuantrezz Knight.
Perhaps the Commanders have begun their defensive-side discussions, as the cuts include two linebackers and two safeties.
Qwuantrezz Knight: Knight had a working relationship with Washington GM Adam Peters. The 49ers signed the undrafted free agent following the 2022 NFL Draft and spent all of the 2022 season on the practice squad. On their practice squad again in 2023, the Cardinals claimed him, and he appeared in six Cardinals games in 2023.The Cardinals released Knight following the season; Washington signed Knight to a futures contract in January of 2026. This might be the NFL end for Knight.
Joshuah Bledsoe: A 6th-round pick of the Patriots in the 2021 Draft, Bledsoe appeared in three games in 2022 and one game in 2023 for the Patriots. Since then, he has signed with the Steelers, **** ans, and Commanders but has not made a 53-man roster. This might be the end for Bledsoe, too.

#Commanders #cardinals #draft

The Turk will be very busy this weekend.
The traditional name for the in-house harbinger of doom, each team's Turk will be telling players on the bubble that the coach wants to see them.
"And bring your playbook," he usually adds.
It's one of the basic realities of a sport that has 90 players on the roster until the limit plunges, in one fell swoop, to 53. And it will happen through an avalanche of moves that will trim the rosters, build practice squads of up to 16 players, and then spark a flurry of additional cuts and signings at the bottom of the roster.
The process is the most basic reminder of the reality that the supply of willing NFL players far outweighs the demand. And that, once the preseason ends, the demand for players to play in the games that don't count instantly evaporates.

#turk #demand #traditional #name

From Maguiresbridge to Celtic, Casey Howe has already packed plenty into a career that has taken her across the UK and Ireland - but her latest chapter may be the most exciting yet.
A Northern Ireland debut at 17, a treble-winning season with Glentoran, a move to Nottingham Forest and promotion with Wolves have all helped shape the County Fermanagh native, who is now testing herself at one of the biggest clubs in Scottish women's football.
The 23-year-old got off the mark for Celtic on just her second appearance for the club last Sunday, with a beautiful left-footed curler that finally broke the deadlock in the 82nd minute of an eventual 3-0 win over Montrose in the Scottish Women's Premier League (SWPL).
"Being just a young girl from Maguiresbridge, it is pretty surreal to do this," Howe told BBC Sport NI.
The road to the state-of-the-art training centre at Barrowfield in the East End of Glasgow was one paved with long journeys, family sacrifice and a belief that one day she could reach the highest level.

#howe #ireland #casey #nottingham

Santos got rid of the transfer ban that had prevented it from registering new players this Thursday (27).
The club paid off the R$12 million debt it owed Monaco for the signing of Jean Lucas, now at Bahia, with help from Neymar.
NR Sports, the company owned by the No. 10 and his family, provided the necessary funds to settle the debt with the Principality club.
The FIFA punishment had been in place since early July and, now, Peixe should speed up the official signing of midfielder Arthur, formerly of Juventus and Grêmio.
The club's return after NR Sports' help will be "jointly negotiate jersey properties that have not yet been sold"

#santos

Tarik Skubal is poised to make his return to Detroit, albeit this time in a new jersey.
The left-handed ace hasn't pitched at Comerica Park since July 29, but that was as a member of the Detroit Tigers.
Skubal was traded ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Tigers got back three minor league players: Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith. The trade was criticized on social media after such a low return was announced for such a marquee player.
The southpaw is under contract only for the remainder of the 2026 season. Detroit knew that Skubal was approaching free agency and hadn't been able to come to terms with him. Rather than risking him walking for nothing, the Tigers opted to trade him.
Now, Skubal will hit free agency this offseason, barring a blockbuster extension with the Dodgers.

#tigers #trade #free

Thousands of Eagles fans packed Lincoln Financial Field Tuesday night for the team's public practice.
Tickets cost $15, with all proceeds donated to the Eagles Autism Foundation.
With less than 20 days until the start of the regular season, fans told Action News they wanted a chance to get a close look at the team.
"It's so much fun. It's affordable," said Courtney Leard, of Hagerstown, Maryland.
Tina Leard added, "The environment in Philly is just great."

#Eagles #thousands #autism

Over the weekend, it was claimed that RB Leipzig had made an offer of up to €33 million, including bonuses, for Lille and Belgium forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo.
However, Sky Germany has since reported that the offer was deemed too low by Lille, who have "bigger offers on the table".
One of these offers has seemingly come from Newcastle, with L'Équipe reporting that the Magpies have tabled a €40 million bid for the 21-year-old Belgium international.
Time will tell whether that will be enough to convince Lille to sell – and whether Leipzig will be willing to raise their offer to that level.
As reported by Sky, Die Roten Bullen will pull out of the transfer if Lille's asking price becomes "exorbitant".

#offer #Belgium #million

Seahawks rookie receiver Emmanuel Henderson was a sixth-round pick, which means he has to compete just to make the roster. But head coach Mike Macdonald wants Henderson thinking about a lot more than just making the roster.
Macdonald said after Sunday night's preseason game, in which Henderson caught one pass, returned to kickoffs, and was a gunner on punts, that he wants Henderson to fulfill his potential, which should mean a lot more than just making a team.
Asked whether special teams is the reason Henderson is in Seattle, Macdonald answered, "It's one of the reasons, for sure, but why stop there?"
"That's the stuff that really popped, and gets you excited from his college tape, the return game," Macdonald said. "He should be trying to be an All-Pro returner, too. He should be thinking of being a great receiver in our league as well."
Henderson spent three years at Alabama but didn't get on the field much before transferring to Kansas last year. In his one year at Kansas, Henderson was chosen by the Big 12 coaches as a first-team All-Big 12 returner and a third-team All-Big 12 receiver. Macdonald thinks Henderson has just scratched the surface of what he can do.

#henderson

Can you name the top 20 batters in the world based on the International Cricket Council's Test rankings?
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#quizzes

Fantasy Football QB Rankings 2026: Best PPR draft quarterbacks, top sleepers and breakouts originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The value placed on the quarterback position in fantasy football varies.
In sharper and more competitive leagues, you might see the position fall late in drafts. However, in your average home league, it's extremely common for someone to reach on a Josh Allen- or Lamar Jackson-type player.
The fluctuating value of fantasy football quarterbacks persists in 2026.
Superflex and two-quarterback league formats have increased the value of a position that was once overlooked in fantasy sports because of the many reliable quarterbacks. Even a quarterback ranked 20th often delivers a solid stat line most weeks.

#league

The Houston Astros are once again playing it safe with Jeremy Peña, who is not in the starting lineup for Friday's series opener against the Athletics. At this point in the MLB season, all of these decisions are magnified, though.
The shortstop suffered a right-hand contusion after being hit by a 100 mph pitch earlier this week, and while he is comfortable enough to play defense, he still isn't ready to fully swing the bat.
MORE: Blue Jays make pitching decision ahead of Yankees weekend series
Aug 19, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (3) reacts after being hit by a pitch during the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Peña's latest absence is more about his comfort level while hitting than any major structural injury. An MRI revealed no structural damage to his hand, but there is still swelling and soreness, particularly when he swings the bat.

#astros

The Miami Dolphins have been kicked around nationally during their rebuild, but Friday morning revealed disrespect in stark terms.
ESPN published Mike Clay's annual rankings of all 32 teams for every position group.
The Dolphins rank last in half of them.
According to Clay, the Dolphins have the worst set of receivers in the NFL, matched by the worst group of tight ends, edge rushers, cornerbacks and safeties.
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#Miami #worst #according

Palmeiras moved to the top of the Brasileirão U-17 standingsCredits: Fabio Menotti/Palmeiras
This Thursday (20), Palmeiras thrashed Cruzeiro 4-1 in a match valid for the 12th round of the Brasileirão U-17. The game was played at Arena Barueri, in the countryside of São Paulo. With this result, the Crias da Academia took over first place in the competition with 28 points, pushing Fluminense into second.
Cabuloso took the lead with a goal from Thaylon in the 10th minute. In the 23rd minute, Thauan made it all square with a header. Palestra completed the comeback in the second half. João França, Robert, and Diego found the net for Verdão.
Wednesday's match brought the 12th round of the competition to a close. Check out all the results:
Monday (17)

#took #Competition #minute

Jose Mourinho sees Trent Alexander-Arnold as a major part of his Real Madrid project and could even experiment with the Englishman in midfield as he looks to get the best out of his passing ability.
According to Mario Cortegana of The Athletic, Mourinho and his coaching staff view Alexander-Arnold as a highly versatile player who can offer Real Madrid far more than a traditional right-back.
The England international is expected to be a regular starter under Mourinho, but the Portuguese manager is also keen to explore whether he can use Trent in more central areas.
The idea is not expected to become Real Madrid's main tactical plan, although Mourinho believes Alexander-Arnold's vision and range of passing could give his side another way of creating chances for attackers.
Alexander-Arnold built his reputation as one of the most creative full-backs in world football, but his ability on the ball has often raised questions about whether he could play permanently in midfield.

#arnold #real #madrid

The Milwaukee Brewers open a five-game homestand – yes, you read that correctly – on Tuesday night, Aug. 18 with the first of three interleague games against the Seattle Mariners at American Family Field.
Left-hander Kyle Harrison (9-3, 3.47) starts for the Brewers with right-hander Bryce Miller (4-6, 3.39) countering for the Mariners.
In a spot of good news, Brice Turang has returned to the lineup after a four-game absence.

#family

Harry Kane is prepared to open discussions with Bayern Munich over a contract extension with the reigning Bundesliga champions.
The England captain has entered the final 12 months of the original four-year agreement he signed after transferring from Tottenham Hotspur for £86.4 million back in August 2023.
In a video broadcast by Kicker, Kane said: "We obviously said we wanted to talk after the World Cup and after my holiday. So I'm not sure exactly when, but they'll start this week, next week… we'll start those talks.
"Like I've said before, we're calm, I think they're calm with the situation.
"Obviously now is the time to start talking, because there's only a year left. That's important. But both sides are relaxed, and I'm pretty sure there'll be some talks this week or next week."

#obviously #year #calm

Motorsport is a dangerous game. It always has been, and it always will be. Thankfully, over the last two to three decades, deaths in racing have been mercifully low. Yet some crashes, as horrific as they are, can change the sport forever, as did one back in ****** an in 1998.
YouTuber Josh Revell recently covered the crash in a brilliant video. It took place at Fuji Speedway in 1998, with the series being the All ****** an Grand Touring Car Championship. The series today is known as Super GT.
It was, and still is, one of the premier sports car racing series in the world. But in 1998, the round at Fuji Speedway, held in the shadow of Mount Fuji, was to take place in horrible weather conditions. And we mean horrible. It was wet, misty, and visibility was at a premium.
Racing that day was Tetsuya Ota, a driver who had become Ferrari's main man in ****** an. He had started racing slightly later in life, but soon made a name for himself in sports car racing. Yet on this day in 1998, his life was about to change forever.
Ota had a slow-burning career, but after racing in Formula ****** an 1600, Formula 3, and ****** an F3000, he eventually began to make a name for himself in sports car racing. He became a factory driver for Mazda and would soon begin driving for Ferrari. By the mid-1990s, he was their main driver in ****** an and Maranello's highest-regarded driver in the country.

#racing #fuji #always #change