1 day ago
Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (elbow) fully participated in practice Thursday, Oct. 29.
SOURCE: Commanders.com
Why It Matters: Daniels has been productive since coming back from his injury but will be without Terry McLaurin for the rest of the season. He should still be able to make plays in the offense and can be a No. 1 quarterback in fantasy leagues.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Jayden Daniels practices in full Thursday
#source #terry #mclaurin #today
SOURCE: Commanders.com
Why It Matters: Daniels has been productive since coming back from his injury but will be without Terry McLaurin for the rest of the season. He should still be able to make plays in the offense and can be a No. 1 quarterback in fantasy leagues.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Jayden Daniels practices in full Thursday
#source #terry #mclaurin #today
12 days ago
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham sparked plenty of backlash this summer with her comments on transgender athletes in women's sports. And she doesn't seem to have any interest in staying out of the debate this offseason.
Cunningham has now weighed in on a viral protest out of Washington, where members of a high school girls' cross-country team walked off the course in protest of a transgender teammate. Cunningham offered her support for the runners.
Cunningham first drew national attention for her views on the topic in a July ESPN feature, saying she wanted to "protect women's sports."
"I got a lot of negative feedback about me hating trans. And I'm like, 'I never once said that,'" Cunningham said, via ESPN. "I think that I am here to extend love. But I also think with that love is truth, being honest. And I want to protect young girls in a locker room, or young girls in sport who shouldn't have to go against biological men."
Cunningham later doubled down on her comments, saying her opinion was "common sense."
#cunningham #comments #sports #protest
Cunningham has now weighed in on a viral protest out of Washington, where members of a high school girls' cross-country team walked off the course in protest of a transgender teammate. Cunningham offered her support for the runners.
Cunningham first drew national attention for her views on the topic in a July ESPN feature, saying she wanted to "protect women's sports."
"I got a lot of negative feedback about me hating trans. And I'm like, 'I never once said that,'" Cunningham said, via ESPN. "I think that I am here to extend love. But I also think with that love is truth, being honest. And I want to protect young girls in a locker room, or young girls in sport who shouldn't have to go against biological men."
Cunningham later doubled down on her comments, saying her opinion was "common sense."
#cunningham #comments #sports #protest
2 months ago
Nov. 1
Today in sports history
Today is Nov. 1. On this date in:
1913: Notre Dame defeated Army 35-13 in the first meeting between the schools, with quarterback Gus Dorais and end Knute Rockne showcasing the forward pass in a landmark game that helped change college football strategy.
1924: The NHL awarded a franchise to Boston, creating the Bruins as the league's first United States-based team.
#notre #knute
Today in sports history
Today is Nov. 1. On this date in:
1913: Notre Dame defeated Army 35-13 in the first meeting between the schools, with quarterback Gus Dorais and end Knute Rockne showcasing the forward pass in a landmark game that helped change college football strategy.
1924: The NHL awarded a franchise to Boston, creating the Bruins as the league's first United States-based team.
#notre #knute
2 months ago
Roberto Mancini was in the stands at the Stade Jean-Bouin to monitor the progress of two potential Italy internationals as Paris FC hosted Lyon.
According to L'Équipe, the Italy boss travelled to the French capital specifically to watch defender Diego Coppola and forward Luca Koleosho, both of whom started for the hosts. The pair have been capped twice each at senior level for the Azzurri.
CREMONA, ITALY – OCTOBER 14: Luca Koleosho in action during the UEFA Euro U21 Qualification match at Stadio Giovanni Zini on October 14, 2025 (Photo by Marco M. Mantovani/Getty Images)
Paris FC now carry a distinctly Italian flavour after Coppola arrived permanently from Brighton this summer, while Koleosho completed his own switch from Burnley, having spent the second half of last season on loan at the club. Ciro Immobile was also on the books up until his retirement in the summer.
Koleosho, born in Norwalk, Connecticut, to a Nigerian father and an Italian-Canadian mother, is eligible for the United States, Canada and Nigeria but has committed to Italy, whom he first represented at senior level in June.
#luca #october #whom
According to L'Équipe, the Italy boss travelled to the French capital specifically to watch defender Diego Coppola and forward Luca Koleosho, both of whom started for the hosts. The pair have been capped twice each at senior level for the Azzurri.
CREMONA, ITALY – OCTOBER 14: Luca Koleosho in action during the UEFA Euro U21 Qualification match at Stadio Giovanni Zini on October 14, 2025 (Photo by Marco M. Mantovani/Getty Images)
Paris FC now carry a distinctly Italian flavour after Coppola arrived permanently from Brighton this summer, while Koleosho completed his own switch from Burnley, having spent the second half of last season on loan at the club. Ciro Immobile was also on the books up until his retirement in the summer.
Koleosho, born in Norwalk, Connecticut, to a Nigerian father and an Italian-Canadian mother, is eligible for the United States, Canada and Nigeria but has committed to Italy, whom he first represented at senior level in June.
#luca #october #whom
2 months ago
England have wrapped up victory over Pakistan in the third Test by eight wickets to seal a 3-0 series win.
Here's how the players rated at Edgbaston.
Emilio Gay - 6 - A gritty Test-best of 60 in tricky batting conditions in the first innings looked to have gone some way towards securing his place on the plane for a winter tour of South Africa, only for a duck next time round to bring back some uncertainty. (Series - 6)
Ben Duckett - 2 - A miserable end to the summer for the opener who will now come under some scrutiny. Made 11 and zero in this match and finishes this three-Test series well down the averages with a disappointing 44 runs at 8.8. (Series - 2)
Jordan **** - 7 - A cheap dismissal in the first innings but made a nerveless unbeaten 59 to take the sting out of Pakistan after a wobble in the chase. A particularly impressive effort with the gloves - taking five dismissals - after being called upon to keep following Jamie Smith's injury may have given the selectors food for thought in the role. (Series - 7)
#england #edgbaston #south
Here's how the players rated at Edgbaston.
Emilio Gay - 6 - A gritty Test-best of 60 in tricky batting conditions in the first innings looked to have gone some way towards securing his place on the plane for a winter tour of South Africa, only for a duck next time round to bring back some uncertainty. (Series - 6)
Ben Duckett - 2 - A miserable end to the summer for the opener who will now come under some scrutiny. Made 11 and zero in this match and finishes this three-Test series well down the averages with a disappointing 44 runs at 8.8. (Series - 2)
Jordan **** - 7 - A cheap dismissal in the first innings but made a nerveless unbeaten 59 to take the sting out of Pakistan after a wobble in the chase. A particularly impressive effort with the gloves - taking five dismissals - after being called upon to keep following Jamie Smith's injury may have given the selectors food for thought in the role. (Series - 7)
#england #edgbaston #south
2 months ago
The Detroit Lions will enter Week 1 with only one player carrying an injury designation for Sunday's opener against the New Orleans Saints.
Defensive back Christian Izien is questionable with a groin injury after being limited throughout the week. Everyone else listed on Detroit's final report finished Friday as a full participant and carries no game-status designation.
That includes rookie edge rusher Derrick Moore and defensive lineman Mekhi Wingo, who both progressed from limited participation Wednesday and Thursday to full participation Friday. Detroit's official final Week 1 injury report leaves Izien as the only legitimate availability question heading into the weekend.
That is a considerably cleaner injury picture than Detroit faced during much of training camp.
Moore's progression is particularly encouraging.
#injury #detroit #designation
Defensive back Christian Izien is questionable with a groin injury after being limited throughout the week. Everyone else listed on Detroit's final report finished Friday as a full participant and carries no game-status designation.
That includes rookie edge rusher Derrick Moore and defensive lineman Mekhi Wingo, who both progressed from limited participation Wednesday and Thursday to full participation Friday. Detroit's official final Week 1 injury report leaves Izien as the only legitimate availability question heading into the weekend.
That is a considerably cleaner injury picture than Detroit faced during much of training camp.
Moore's progression is particularly encouraging.
#injury #detroit #designation
2 months ago
In due time, future First-Ballot Hall of Famer Aaron Donald should make the Super Bowl favorite Los Angeles Rams even scarier on paper than they already were. Sure, it's been two seasons since the monster interior pass-rusher last collapsed a pocket, but he's no longer the focal point of the Rams' defense. That honor, of course, belongs to Myles Garrett. For all intents and purposes, we should probably expect lots of fireworks from an older version of Donald, who will be double-teamed a lot less in his second stint with the Rams.
Unfortunately for the Rams and any of us who enjoy watching prolific, all-time pass-rushers, we won't see Donald do that when the Rams play the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia, on Thursday. Why?
The simple and straightforward answer is that Donald, after being away from pro football for so long, isn't quite physically ready yet to subject his body to the inherent grit and grind of the game. As such, Donald didn't even travel with the Rams to Australia so he could continue focusing on his training and preparation for his eventual season debut.
That's disappointing, but understandable. After all, Donald didn't even join the Rams this year until after they had finished their training camp. For as much as he was undoubtedly doing his own training on the side while sitting in retirement, there's a big difference between that kind of training and getting ready to play physically demanding, high-level football games. The Rams are taking the right approach here because they know what Donald can likely still do at full capacity and understand they can certainly beat the 49ers without him.
It's just a shame that we have to wait a little longer to see one of the greatest football players of all time do his thing again.
#time #even #longer #play
Unfortunately for the Rams and any of us who enjoy watching prolific, all-time pass-rushers, we won't see Donald do that when the Rams play the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia, on Thursday. Why?
The simple and straightforward answer is that Donald, after being away from pro football for so long, isn't quite physically ready yet to subject his body to the inherent grit and grind of the game. As such, Donald didn't even travel with the Rams to Australia so he could continue focusing on his training and preparation for his eventual season debut.
That's disappointing, but understandable. After all, Donald didn't even join the Rams this year until after they had finished their training camp. For as much as he was undoubtedly doing his own training on the side while sitting in retirement, there's a big difference between that kind of training and getting ready to play physically demanding, high-level football games. The Rams are taking the right approach here because they know what Donald can likely still do at full capacity and understand they can certainly beat the 49ers without him.
It's just a shame that we have to wait a little longer to see one of the greatest football players of all time do his thing again.
#time #even #longer #play
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Millwall host Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup third round on Tuesday, with the Magpies looking to build on an unbeaten start under new head coach Matthias Jaissle against a Championship side finding some form of their own.
Alex Neil's Lions arrive full of confidence after thrashing Bolton Wanderers 4-0 at The Den at the weekend, while Newcastle sit seventh in the Premier League having drawn two of their opening three matches.
Jaissle replaced Eddie Howe as Newcastle's head coach in August and has overseen an unbeaten start despite the summer departures of Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon. He has already been warned about the atmosphere awaiting him at The Den, joking he will be "protected" in his technical area, and is still weighing up how far to rotate his side with a demanding run of fixtures ahead. Tuesday's tie will be the first meeting between the two clubs since 1993, when Newcastle won 2-1.
Date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026Kick-off: 20:00 BSTVenue: The DenReferee: Craig PawsonLast meeting: Newcastle United 2-1 Millwall (April 1993, League Division One)
Millwall have a lengthy absentee list of their own, with Josh Coburn, Casper De Norre, Tristan Crama, Ryan Leonard, Mihailo Ivanovic and Mathis Servais all out through injury. Alex Neil is expected to make changes from the side that thrashed Bolton, with Danny Batth, Jake Cooper and Elkan Baggott possible inclusions in defence and Lyndon ***** s handed a chance to lead the line.
#Millwall
Alex Neil's Lions arrive full of confidence after thrashing Bolton Wanderers 4-0 at The Den at the weekend, while Newcastle sit seventh in the Premier League having drawn two of their opening three matches.
Jaissle replaced Eddie Howe as Newcastle's head coach in August and has overseen an unbeaten start despite the summer departures of Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon. He has already been warned about the atmosphere awaiting him at The Den, joking he will be "protected" in his technical area, and is still weighing up how far to rotate his side with a demanding run of fixtures ahead. Tuesday's tie will be the first meeting between the two clubs since 1993, when Newcastle won 2-1.
Date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026Kick-off: 20:00 BSTVenue: The DenReferee: Craig PawsonLast meeting: Newcastle United 2-1 Millwall (April 1993, League Division One)
Millwall have a lengthy absentee list of their own, with Josh Coburn, Casper De Norre, Tristan Crama, Ryan Leonard, Mihailo Ivanovic and Mathis Servais all out through injury. Alex Neil is expected to make changes from the side that thrashed Bolton, with Danny Batth, Jake Cooper and Elkan Baggott possible inclusions in defence and Lyndon ***** s handed a chance to lead the line.
#Millwall
2 months ago
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli took a breathtaking victory in an incident-packed Italian Grand Prix from 19th place on the grid.
The Italian caught and passed his team-mate George Russell, who started second, with three laps to go to extend his championship lead to 66 points.
Antonelli's performance is the second furthest back a driver has ever come from to win a grand prix after John Watson's victory from 22nd on the grid in the 1983 United States Grand Prix West.
It was a statement performance from the 20-year-old, who remarkably was on Russell's tail and challenging for victory within 16 laps of the start.
Antonelli looked capable of winning any which way, but decided to stop for fresh tyres under a virtual safety car mid-race and narrowed a 15-second gap to nothing before carving past Russell.
#prix #grid #laps #performance
The Italian caught and passed his team-mate George Russell, who started second, with three laps to go to extend his championship lead to 66 points.
Antonelli's performance is the second furthest back a driver has ever come from to win a grand prix after John Watson's victory from 22nd on the grid in the 1983 United States Grand Prix West.
It was a statement performance from the 20-year-old, who remarkably was on Russell's tail and challenging for victory within 16 laps of the start.
Antonelli looked capable of winning any which way, but decided to stop for fresh tyres under a virtual safety car mid-race and narrowed a 15-second gap to nothing before carving past Russell.
#prix #grid #laps #performance
2 months ago
Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Jadarian Price appears to be slated for a successful start to his NFL career in 2026.
NFL.com's **** ysts named Price as their pick to be the AP Offensive Rookie of the Year at the end of next season, setting him above the league's other rookie candidates entering the season.
"Getting 15 touches a week for the defending Super Bowl champions, with a reigning Offensive Player of the Year threatening on the outside, is about as cushy an entry into the NFL as you can get," the Around the NFL Staff said.
Price, the Seahawks' No. 32 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, is expected to step into a prominent role in Seattle's backfield following Kenneth Walker III's departure and Zach Charbonnet's injury. His combination of speed and burst gives the Seahawks a versatile rushing threat, while his receiving ability will keep him involved on passing downs.
The former Notre Dame standout is in line to become an immediate focal point of Seattle's offense. A substantial workload in Seattle's run-heavy offense gives Price a clear statistical path to winning the award in 2026. In the event that he translates his level of play from the 2025 season at Notre Dame, and his growth from the offseason into consistent NFL output, Price may emerge as the league's most impactful offensive rookie star at the end of the year.
#dame
NFL.com's **** ysts named Price as their pick to be the AP Offensive Rookie of the Year at the end of next season, setting him above the league's other rookie candidates entering the season.
"Getting 15 touches a week for the defending Super Bowl champions, with a reigning Offensive Player of the Year threatening on the outside, is about as cushy an entry into the NFL as you can get," the Around the NFL Staff said.
Price, the Seahawks' No. 32 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, is expected to step into a prominent role in Seattle's backfield following Kenneth Walker III's departure and Zach Charbonnet's injury. His combination of speed and burst gives the Seahawks a versatile rushing threat, while his receiving ability will keep him involved on passing downs.
The former Notre Dame standout is in line to become an immediate focal point of Seattle's offense. A substantial workload in Seattle's run-heavy offense gives Price a clear statistical path to winning the award in 2026. In the event that he translates his level of play from the 2025 season at Notre Dame, and his growth from the offseason into consistent NFL output, Price may emerge as the league's most impactful offensive rookie star at the end of the year.
#dame
2 months ago
The Big Ten has been a football powerhouse for more than a century, and the main driving forces of that dominance have almost always been Ohio State and Michigan.
Michigan Stadium, generally known as the Big House, seats 107,601, but they can squeeze in 115,000 on a big day when the fire Marshall's not looking.
There weren't that many in the stands on September 1, 2007, when Appalachian State shocked the world, winning at Michigan, 34-32.
It was such an unlikely outcome that Las Vegas bookmakers didn't even lay odds on the game.
No one took App State seriously, including the Michigan players, many of whom partied a little too hard on Friday night and didn't show up in the best possible condition. They probably should have: Appalachian won the FCS national championship in 2005 and 2006. No one knew it yet, but they were on their way to a third straight ****** le.
#state #appalachian #september #vegas
Michigan Stadium, generally known as the Big House, seats 107,601, but they can squeeze in 115,000 on a big day when the fire Marshall's not looking.
There weren't that many in the stands on September 1, 2007, when Appalachian State shocked the world, winning at Michigan, 34-32.
It was such an unlikely outcome that Las Vegas bookmakers didn't even lay odds on the game.
No one took App State seriously, including the Michigan players, many of whom partied a little too hard on Friday night and didn't show up in the best possible condition. They probably should have: Appalachian won the FCS national championship in 2005 and 2006. No one knew it yet, but they were on their way to a third straight ****** le.
#state #appalachian #september #vegas
2 months ago
The NFL has concluded the preseason, and teams are now preparing for the regular season. Roster cutdowns, PUP List decisions and injured reserve designations have made each team's plans a little clearer as key players work toward the season opener.
Among those players, San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle is making an unprecedented push to play in week one. After suffering a torn Achilles late last season, he is looking to make history with his recovery by being ready for the 49ers' trip to Australia.
On Wednesday, reports indicated that Kittle is on track to play. Most importantly, he is making the trip to Australia as the 49ers prepare to take on the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne.
MORE: Cowboys will regret cutting Joe Milton before October
"The 49ers leave today for their game vs the Rams in Australia, and star TE George Kittle will make the trip after 2 positive days of practice, sources say. Kittle is trending in the right direction to play. DE Nick Bosa, ramping up with his knee, will also make the trip." Ian Rapoport reported on X.
#players
Among those players, San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle is making an unprecedented push to play in week one. After suffering a torn Achilles late last season, he is looking to make history with his recovery by being ready for the 49ers' trip to Australia.
On Wednesday, reports indicated that Kittle is on track to play. Most importantly, he is making the trip to Australia as the 49ers prepare to take on the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne.
MORE: Cowboys will regret cutting Joe Milton before October
"The 49ers leave today for their game vs the Rams in Australia, and star TE George Kittle will make the trip after 2 positive days of practice, sources say. Kittle is trending in the right direction to play. DE Nick Bosa, ramping up with his knee, will also make the trip." Ian Rapoport reported on X.
#players
2 months ago
The Tennessee ******* ans welcomed five new members to the organization on Monday after waiver claims and signings, and those players should hit the field when the team officially kicks off regular-season practice at Vanderbilt Football Health Center.
These additions will likely also lead to some churning on the practice squad once the waiver process is complete, but those should be familiar faces. With the new additions come new jersey numbers, including one change for a veteran who made the final 53-man roster.
The ******* ans announced that safety Tony Adams would change his number from 38 to 29 for the regular season, and revealed the numbers of the newest additions.
S Terrell Burgess - 38
CB Melvin Smith Jr. - 39
#regular #season #change
These additions will likely also lead to some churning on the practice squad once the waiver process is complete, but those should be familiar faces. With the new additions come new jersey numbers, including one change for a veteran who made the final 53-man roster.
The ******* ans announced that safety Tony Adams would change his number from 38 to 29 for the regular season, and revealed the numbers of the newest additions.
S Terrell Burgess - 38
CB Melvin Smith Jr. - 39
#regular #season #change
2 months ago
Three words that Hawkeye fans will love to hear: It's game week.
Iowa opens its 2026 season at home against Northern Illinois from Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 3:15 p.m. CT with the game broadcast on the Big Ten Network.
In anticipation of its season opener, the Hawkeyes released their Week 1 depth chart. The biggest question was who would be named Iowa's starting quarterback. Entering Week 1, the quarterback competition rolls on.
Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski are listed with an "OR" as Iowa's starting quarterback to begin the season. Here's a look at the Hawkeyes' season-opening depth chart:
No. 1: Hank Brown OR Jeremy Hecklinski
#week #quarterback #jeremy #hecklinski
Iowa opens its 2026 season at home against Northern Illinois from Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 3:15 p.m. CT with the game broadcast on the Big Ten Network.
In anticipation of its season opener, the Hawkeyes released their Week 1 depth chart. The biggest question was who would be named Iowa's starting quarterback. Entering Week 1, the quarterback competition rolls on.
Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski are listed with an "OR" as Iowa's starting quarterback to begin the season. Here's a look at the Hawkeyes' season-opening depth chart:
No. 1: Hank Brown OR Jeremy Hecklinski
#week #quarterback #jeremy #hecklinski
2 months ago
NEW YORK — Novak Djokovic, despite being 39 years old, had as good a chance as anyone to make a deep run at the US Open and finally capture that still elusive 25th Grand Slam ****** le.
On center stage at Arthur Ashe Stadium, where he has captured four US Open championships, including his last Grand Slam triumph in 2023, the greatest men's Grand Slam winner in history looked lethargic, moping around, taking pills, throwing up, walking as slowly as he could to the sideline, and was sometimes downright disinterested, against Mariano Navone, and was stunned in the first round, 7-6(5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1, snapping a 78 first-round Grand Slam match winning streak and bringing a stunning, quick end to his tournament with the questions again if he has much left in the tank.
Djokovic's opening-round exit was the first at a Grand Slam since the Australian Open in 2006, a tournament he would go on to win 10 times. It's also his first loss in the two rounds at the US Open, having won his previous 37 such matches.
The four-hour, 36-minute first-round match finally ended when the fourth-seeded Djokovic's weak return across the net was returned and could do nothing to stop it.
For the first 30 minutes, Djokovic certainly looked the part of a player who would make quick work of the No. 49-ranked player in the world, sprinting out to a 3-0 and 4-1 lead in the first set, before falling apart under a hail of sloppy play, piling up the unforced errors seemingly on every return.
#djokovic #make
On center stage at Arthur Ashe Stadium, where he has captured four US Open championships, including his last Grand Slam triumph in 2023, the greatest men's Grand Slam winner in history looked lethargic, moping around, taking pills, throwing up, walking as slowly as he could to the sideline, and was sometimes downright disinterested, against Mariano Navone, and was stunned in the first round, 7-6(5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1, snapping a 78 first-round Grand Slam match winning streak and bringing a stunning, quick end to his tournament with the questions again if he has much left in the tank.
Djokovic's opening-round exit was the first at a Grand Slam since the Australian Open in 2006, a tournament he would go on to win 10 times. It's also his first loss in the two rounds at the US Open, having won his previous 37 such matches.
The four-hour, 36-minute first-round match finally ended when the fourth-seeded Djokovic's weak return across the net was returned and could do nothing to stop it.
For the first 30 minutes, Djokovic certainly looked the part of a player who would make quick work of the No. 49-ranked player in the world, sprinting out to a 3-0 and 4-1 lead in the first set, before falling apart under a hail of sloppy play, piling up the unforced errors seemingly on every return.
#djokovic #make
2 months ago
An offensive penalty followed by a sack moved Tennessee State football back to the 20-yard line on fourth down, but still well within reach of kicker Preston Hurless, who had a 47-yarder against Jackson State earlier in the John Merritt Classic at Vanderbilt's FirstBank Stadium on Aug. 29.
Hurless never got the chance to attempt what would have been a 37-yard field goal. Holder Truette Tumey had trouble handling a bad snap by Jaydon Vester, and Hurless was unable to even attempt to kick the ball.
Jackson State (1-0) held on for a 26-24 win in front of a near-capacity crowd of 32,467 in the season opener for both teams.
Second-year TSU coach Reggie Barlow said all three facets in the field goal kicking game failed on the bungled play.
"I think the snap was a little bit low and the holder had a little issue with timing to actually get it down," Barlow said. "And when he got it down, you know, for those kickers once they've got that rhythm before the ball gets placed, it kind of threw off production there."
#hurless #yard #field
Hurless never got the chance to attempt what would have been a 37-yard field goal. Holder Truette Tumey had trouble handling a bad snap by Jaydon Vester, and Hurless was unable to even attempt to kick the ball.
Jackson State (1-0) held on for a 26-24 win in front of a near-capacity crowd of 32,467 in the season opener for both teams.
Second-year TSU coach Reggie Barlow said all three facets in the field goal kicking game failed on the bungled play.
"I think the snap was a little bit low and the holder had a little issue with timing to actually get it down," Barlow said. "And when he got it down, you know, for those kickers once they've got that rhythm before the ball gets placed, it kind of threw off production there."
#hurless #yard #field
2 months ago
The Golden State Warriors filled out their 15-man roster earlier this week by signing two new free agents, former Utah Jazz forward Georges Niang and Brandon Williams, a former Dallas Mavericks point guard. Following their arrival to the Bay Area, both of them have selected their jersey numbers ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Beginning with Niang, he'll wear No. 32, a number he hasn't worn since his rookie season (2016-17) with the Indiana Pacers. Since then, Niang wore 31 for the Utah Jazz and No. 20 for three different franchises. The last Warriors player to wear No. 32 was Trayce Jackson-Davis, who wore the jersey for the past two and a half seasons before being traded to the Toronto Raptors.
Despite playing for just two teams in his career, Williams has worn four different numbers. In his first year with Golden State, Williams will switch numbers again, wearing the No. 12 for the first time in his career. The No. 12 was last worn for the Warriors in the 2024-25 season by Braxton Key, who played just three games for the franchise.
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Beginning with Niang, he'll wear No. 32, a number he hasn't worn since his rookie season (2016-17) with the Indiana Pacers. Since then, Niang wore 31 for the Utah Jazz and No. 20 for three different franchises. The last Warriors player to wear No. 32 was Trayce Jackson-Davis, who wore the jersey for the past two and a half seasons before being traded to the Toronto Raptors.
Despite playing for just two teams in his career, Williams has worn four different numbers. In his first year with Golden State, Williams will switch numbers again, wearing the No. 12 for the first time in his career. The No. 12 was last worn for the Warriors in the 2024-25 season by Braxton Key, who played just three games for the franchise.
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#utah
2 months ago
DRESDEN — It wasn't a flashy play, but it all but epitomized what the Granville defense accomplished in another topsy-turvy tussle with Tri-Valley.
With the host Scotties facing a fourth-and-short at the Blue Aces' 21-yard line, trying to overcome a three-point deficit with 1:10 left, the Blue Aces knew what was coming.
Leevi Wade, the Scotties' All-Ohio running back, was going to get yet another carry — he had 36 to that point. The challenge was to gang tackle him one more time. Only this time, the chips were officially on the table.
Indeed, a Wade run into the teeth of the Blue Aces' front came up one yard short with a minute to play. It preserved a thrilling 24-21 win at Jack Anderson Stadium.
Granville could finally take a breath after watching a 24-7 third-quarter lead come painfully close to dissipating, due largely to a pair of costly turnovers that gave Tri-Valley life.
#blue
With the host Scotties facing a fourth-and-short at the Blue Aces' 21-yard line, trying to overcome a three-point deficit with 1:10 left, the Blue Aces knew what was coming.
Leevi Wade, the Scotties' All-Ohio running back, was going to get yet another carry — he had 36 to that point. The challenge was to gang tackle him one more time. Only this time, the chips were officially on the table.
Indeed, a Wade run into the teeth of the Blue Aces' front came up one yard short with a minute to play. It preserved a thrilling 24-21 win at Jack Anderson Stadium.
Granville could finally take a breath after watching a 24-7 third-quarter lead come painfully close to dissipating, due largely to a pair of costly turnovers that gave Tri-Valley life.
#blue
2 months ago
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Veteran Josh Johnson threw for 156 yards in the first half, Evan McPherson kicked a 56-yarder for one of his three field goals and the Cincinnati Bengals capped a perfect preseason with a 30-13 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday night.
Ke'Shawn Williams had a touchdown catch for the Bengals (3-0).
Andy Dalton completed 12 of 19 passes for 104 yards and a touchdown for the Eagles (0-3).
Neither team played its starters in the final tuneup for the regular season, but there were some roster spots up for grabs.
Tanner McKee struggled in the competition with Dalton to back up Philadelphia's Jalen Hurts. McKee completed 12 of 22 passes for 55 yards with an interception in five ineffective first-half series. Dalton took the snaps after halftime and looked better.
#half #touchdown
Ke'Shawn Williams had a touchdown catch for the Bengals (3-0).
Andy Dalton completed 12 of 19 passes for 104 yards and a touchdown for the Eagles (0-3).
Neither team played its starters in the final tuneup for the regular season, but there were some roster spots up for grabs.
Tanner McKee struggled in the competition with Dalton to back up Philadelphia's Jalen Hurts. McKee completed 12 of 22 passes for 55 yards with an interception in five ineffective first-half series. Dalton took the snaps after halftime and looked better.
#half #touchdown
2 months ago
September baseball hits differently. Every pitch feels heavier, and a single bad inning can completely derail an entire season. Over the decades, these high-stakes pennant chases haven't just thrilled fans, they've reshaped how MLB runs and how we watch the game.
These pressure-cooker games have done far more than just decide who makes it to October. Over time, they've pushed MLB to tweak its rules, upgrade TV broadcasts and rethink how it builds the regular-season schedule. Many things we take for granted today were born right in the middle of these late-season games.
MORE: Before they were legends: Best rookie breakthroughs in MLB pennant races since 2000
TV networks learned to bounce between live games at lightning speed, split-screen viewing became a standard, and managers completely changed how they handle bullpens when every single out is on the line. Even the playoff brackets and final-week scheduling evolved because of lessons learned during classic September drama.
That's what makes the final stretch of the season so special. Here are five pennant-race moments to remember.
#single
These pressure-cooker games have done far more than just decide who makes it to October. Over time, they've pushed MLB to tweak its rules, upgrade TV broadcasts and rethink how it builds the regular-season schedule. Many things we take for granted today were born right in the middle of these late-season games.
MORE: Before they were legends: Best rookie breakthroughs in MLB pennant races since 2000
TV networks learned to bounce between live games at lightning speed, split-screen viewing became a standard, and managers completely changed how they handle bullpens when every single out is on the line. Even the playoff brackets and final-week scheduling evolved because of lessons learned during classic September drama.
That's what makes the final stretch of the season so special. Here are five pennant-race moments to remember.
#single
2 months ago
Former NBA player Enes Kanter is making the media rounds after a very public display at a recent WNBA game.
Kanter was ejected from a recent game between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever after getting in a verbal altercation with the Sky's Natasha Cloud. He was wearing a shirt that featured a definition of the term "woman" and seemed to be instigating the situation. He is now trying to make his overall intentions clear.
Kanter appeared on "Mornings with Maria" on Fox Business on Thursday and was asked how he would respond to critics who claim he is doing all this simply for attention. He was not happy about that particular criticism.
"I want to directly talk to America," Kanter began. "Many people think that I do this for attention. I have one message for you: Shame on you. I'm here to protect women. I'm here to support your little daughters and care about the next generation. And I'm here to stand with American values. If anyone thinks that I do this for attention please come say that to my face. Shame on you."
Kanter recently made headlines after he said he would declare himself a woman and enter the WNBA Draft. Then came his public display at the Sky game. The team has since banned him from the arena.
#attention #WNBA #shame #recent
Kanter was ejected from a recent game between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever after getting in a verbal altercation with the Sky's Natasha Cloud. He was wearing a shirt that featured a definition of the term "woman" and seemed to be instigating the situation. He is now trying to make his overall intentions clear.
Kanter appeared on "Mornings with Maria" on Fox Business on Thursday and was asked how he would respond to critics who claim he is doing all this simply for attention. He was not happy about that particular criticism.
"I want to directly talk to America," Kanter began. "Many people think that I do this for attention. I have one message for you: Shame on you. I'm here to protect women. I'm here to support your little daughters and care about the next generation. And I'm here to stand with American values. If anyone thinks that I do this for attention please come say that to my face. Shame on you."
Kanter recently made headlines after he said he would declare himself a woman and enter the WNBA Draft. Then came his public display at the Sky game. The team has since banned him from the arena.
#attention #WNBA #shame #recent
2 months ago
DeWanna Bonner, a 17-year WNBA veteran, will sign with the Atlanta Dream for the remainder of the regular season and the playoffs, according to sources familiar with the deal.
Sources were granted anonymity because they were not permitted to speak publicly about the deal. Bonner agreed to a buyout with the Phoenix Mercury Monday in order to pursue one last postseason run in her career. The Mercury were eliminated from playoff contention Saturday following a loss to the Dream. Bonner cleared waivers and is free to sign with the Dream as an unrestricted free agent.
Bonner, 39, has averaged 13.2 points and 6.8 rebounds in her playoff career. She has only missed the playoffs once in her career and will make a 16th postseason appearance in 2026.
This article originally appeared in The Athletic.
Atlanta Dream, WNBA
#atlanta
Sources were granted anonymity because they were not permitted to speak publicly about the deal. Bonner agreed to a buyout with the Phoenix Mercury Monday in order to pursue one last postseason run in her career. The Mercury were eliminated from playoff contention Saturday following a loss to the Dream. Bonner cleared waivers and is free to sign with the Dream as an unrestricted free agent.
Bonner, 39, has averaged 13.2 points and 6.8 rebounds in her playoff career. She has only missed the playoffs once in her career and will make a 16th postseason appearance in 2026.
This article originally appeared in The Athletic.
Atlanta Dream, WNBA
#atlanta
2 months ago
The WNBA's playoff field is now set.
The Dallas Wings picked up a 96-78 win over the Portland Fire on Tuesday night at the Moda Center, which officially locked up the eighth and final postseason spot this summer. That got the team back into the playoffs for the first time since 2023.
The loss also eliminated the Fire from the playoffs. The expansion team entered Tuesday night more than six games back from the Wings in the standings, however, so this was very likely coming sooner or later.
While the playoff field is now solidified, no seed has been locked up just yet. The Minnesota Lynx hold the best record in the league and are on pace to grab the No. 1 seed. They could have clinched that seed on Monday night, but fell to the Golden State Valkyries. The Valkyries are in second in the league standings.
As seeding plays out over the last several weeks of the regular season, here's are the eight teams who will have a shot at claiming the WNBA ******* le later this fall:
#tuesday #locked
The Dallas Wings picked up a 96-78 win over the Portland Fire on Tuesday night at the Moda Center, which officially locked up the eighth and final postseason spot this summer. That got the team back into the playoffs for the first time since 2023.
The loss also eliminated the Fire from the playoffs. The expansion team entered Tuesday night more than six games back from the Wings in the standings, however, so this was very likely coming sooner or later.
While the playoff field is now solidified, no seed has been locked up just yet. The Minnesota Lynx hold the best record in the league and are on pace to grab the No. 1 seed. They could have clinched that seed on Monday night, but fell to the Golden State Valkyries. The Valkyries are in second in the league standings.
As seeding plays out over the last several weeks of the regular season, here's are the eight teams who will have a shot at claiming the WNBA ******* le later this fall:
#tuesday #locked
2 months ago
Well, in the broader scheme of things, that probably went about as well as could be expected. It was a Merrill Kelly start, after all. He hasn't picked up a W in more than a month, his last win coming back on July 22. As mentioned in the GDT tonight, August has been a cruel month for Kelly. Tonight, to be fair, wasn't so bad. He came within one out of a quality start, something we haven't seen from Merrill in eight attempts now, since before the All-Star break. While the Arizona bullpen certainly didn't help matters, this one was more on the offense. Here's some insightful baseball ******* ysis for you. You won't win many games when you fail to score any runs. You're welcome!
After a quick first inning on both sides, it look like Merrill Kelly's night was set up to be a short one. A one-out walk was followed by a two-out triple, as Corbin Carroll couldn't corral the ball in the right field corner. Kelly then lost control of his change-up entirely, walking the Cubs #8 and #9 hitters, to load the bases in front of presumptive 2026 NL MVP, Pete Crow-Armstrong. Cue thoughts of, "It's a bold strategy, Cotton. Let's see if it pays off for 'em". Fortunately, it did, though only just, as PCA sent it 388 feet to die in the center field glove of Ryan Waldschmidt. An elevated pitch count for Merrill and a 1-0 deficit were by no means a disaster.
Indeed, Kelly settled down surprisingly well after that, rediscovering the feel for his off-speed pitches. He set down the Cubs in order in the third with a pair of strikeouts, then had another 1-2-3 frame in the 4th, including another K. He did allow another run in the 5th on a pair of doubles, as the Cubs took a 2-0 lead, but it was a solid enough outing. The most interesting thing though, was likely a spat between Kelly and the third-base coach for the Cubs, Quintin Berry. At one point, he stepped off the mound, stared pointedly at Berry, and then the occupants of the D-backs and Cubs dugouts started jawing at each other. The exact specifics of the discussion will have to await the Jomboy breakdown.
However, the broadcast team speculated that Berry's positioning might have allowed him to look into Merrill's glove and relay information to the batter, if there was a runner on second. It was notable that, after Kelly was lifted from the game, he remained in the dugout, unusual behavior for a starting pitcher. In particular, he remained right on the top step of the dugout, at the end nearest Berry, and Kelly appeared to be trying to trigger a Scanners-like explosion of Berry's head, through the sheer force of his stare. Kelly's final line? 5.2 innings, three runs allowed on five hits and three walks, with four strikeouts. It's his fifth consecutive outing with at least three walks. ******* ody has gone longer for Arizona since Robbie Ray went seven straight in 2018-19.
The Cubs did get the last laugh, however. After Merrill's exit with two outs in the sixth, Taylor Clarke came in and allowed back-to-back home-run
After a quick first inning on both sides, it look like Merrill Kelly's night was set up to be a short one. A one-out walk was followed by a two-out triple, as Corbin Carroll couldn't corral the ball in the right field corner. Kelly then lost control of his change-up entirely, walking the Cubs #8 and #9 hitters, to load the bases in front of presumptive 2026 NL MVP, Pete Crow-Armstrong. Cue thoughts of, "It's a bold strategy, Cotton. Let's see if it pays off for 'em". Fortunately, it did, though only just, as PCA sent it 388 feet to die in the center field glove of Ryan Waldschmidt. An elevated pitch count for Merrill and a 1-0 deficit were by no means a disaster.
Indeed, Kelly settled down surprisingly well after that, rediscovering the feel for his off-speed pitches. He set down the Cubs in order in the third with a pair of strikeouts, then had another 1-2-3 frame in the 4th, including another K. He did allow another run in the 5th on a pair of doubles, as the Cubs took a 2-0 lead, but it was a solid enough outing. The most interesting thing though, was likely a spat between Kelly and the third-base coach for the Cubs, Quintin Berry. At one point, he stepped off the mound, stared pointedly at Berry, and then the occupants of the D-backs and Cubs dugouts started jawing at each other. The exact specifics of the discussion will have to await the Jomboy breakdown.
However, the broadcast team speculated that Berry's positioning might have allowed him to look into Merrill's glove and relay information to the batter, if there was a runner on second. It was notable that, after Kelly was lifted from the game, he remained in the dugout, unusual behavior for a starting pitcher. In particular, he remained right on the top step of the dugout, at the end nearest Berry, and Kelly appeared to be trying to trigger a Scanners-like explosion of Berry's head, through the sheer force of his stare. Kelly's final line? 5.2 innings, three runs allowed on five hits and three walks, with four strikeouts. It's his fifth consecutive outing with at least three walks. ******* ody has gone longer for Arizona since Robbie Ray went seven straight in 2018-19.
The Cubs did get the last laugh, however. After Merrill's exit with two outs in the sixth, Taylor Clarke came in and allowed back-to-back home-run
2 months ago
Angel Reese just keeps one-upping herself: Two days after a night of perfect field goal shooting, Reese dropped a career-high 31 points to lead the Atlanta Dream over the Phoenix Mercury on the road.
Though Atlanta got off to an early lead, going up by as many as 15 points, the Mercury powered back in the third quarter to get back within one point. But Reese turned up the heat in the fourth quarter, scoring 15 of her total points in the final frame to secure a 99-89 victory.
Reese's previous career high was 27 points, a number she hit in July of her rookie season while with the Chicago Sky. This is Reese's first time breaking 30 points in a single game in the WNBA; she also pitched in 14 rebounds in Saturday's win.
With the win, Atlanta also became the fifth team to clinch a WNBA playoff berth. Though the middle of the league table is tight, Dream currently sit fourth in the standings with a 24-13 record and a game in hand.
The Dream's victory came despite a big night from two of Phoenix's stars. Kahleah Copper scored 38 points after getting hot in the third quarter, a number that falls just three short of her WNBA career-high.
#reese #atlanta #high #dream
Though Atlanta got off to an early lead, going up by as many as 15 points, the Mercury powered back in the third quarter to get back within one point. But Reese turned up the heat in the fourth quarter, scoring 15 of her total points in the final frame to secure a 99-89 victory.
Reese's previous career high was 27 points, a number she hit in July of her rookie season while with the Chicago Sky. This is Reese's first time breaking 30 points in a single game in the WNBA; she also pitched in 14 rebounds in Saturday's win.
With the win, Atlanta also became the fifth team to clinch a WNBA playoff berth. Though the middle of the league table is tight, Dream currently sit fourth in the standings with a 24-13 record and a game in hand.
The Dream's victory came despite a big night from two of Phoenix's stars. Kahleah Copper scored 38 points after getting hot in the third quarter, a number that falls just three short of her WNBA career-high.
#reese #atlanta #high #dream
2 months ago
The Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to face off in a highly anticipated preseason exhibition at Raymond James Stadium this evening as training camps across the NFL wind to a close.
After weeks of intense training, most players on both teams are vying for roster spots and chomping at the bit to make an impact in any way possible.
As such, fans should expect to see a hard-fought game between two teams that have a lot to prove entering their 2026 campaigns.
Here's a look at how Chiefs Wire's writers expect tonight's game to play out:
The Kansas City Chiefs return to action on the road for their second preseason matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Chiefs are still seeking their first preseason win in years.
#chiefs #kansas #buccaneers
After weeks of intense training, most players on both teams are vying for roster spots and chomping at the bit to make an impact in any way possible.
As such, fans should expect to see a hard-fought game between two teams that have a lot to prove entering their 2026 campaigns.
Here's a look at how Chiefs Wire's writers expect tonight's game to play out:
The Kansas City Chiefs return to action on the road for their second preseason matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Chiefs are still seeking their first preseason win in years.
#chiefs #kansas #buccaneers
2 months ago
Celtic are closing in on the signing of Ermin Mahmic. The highly rated Bosnian International caught the eye at the FIFA World Cup but Martin O'Neill's side appear to have won the battle for the attacking midfielder's signature.
The 21-year-old netted twice for Bosnia but Mail Sport reports that Celtic had already identified the player before the World Cup. Serie A, Bundesliga and Turkish teams have all sought to sign Mahmic but it looks like Celtic have won the race.
It is expected that Mahmic will make the switch to Celtic at the beginning of the week with a deal worth £7m plus add-ons. The 6ft midfielder is probably more of a creative midfielder than an industrious midfielder like Arne Engels, but with Niko Sigur also linked, it appears that Celtic are looking to strengthen the midfield.
Mahmic made 30 appearances for Slovan Liberec last season, scoring 8 times and ******* isting on 4 occasions. The midfielder is expected to be the fifth signing of the summer but it does not appear to be the last.
The Scottish Champions have already signed Kasper Høgh, Camilo Duran, Haissen Hassan and Mika Baur, indicating a change in approach from the club to prioritise quality against quantity.
#mahmic #midfielder #World
The 21-year-old netted twice for Bosnia but Mail Sport reports that Celtic had already identified the player before the World Cup. Serie A, Bundesliga and Turkish teams have all sought to sign Mahmic but it looks like Celtic have won the race.
It is expected that Mahmic will make the switch to Celtic at the beginning of the week with a deal worth £7m plus add-ons. The 6ft midfielder is probably more of a creative midfielder than an industrious midfielder like Arne Engels, but with Niko Sigur also linked, it appears that Celtic are looking to strengthen the midfield.
Mahmic made 30 appearances for Slovan Liberec last season, scoring 8 times and ******* isting on 4 occasions. The midfielder is expected to be the fifth signing of the summer but it does not appear to be the last.
The Scottish Champions have already signed Kasper Høgh, Camilo Duran, Haissen Hassan and Mika Baur, indicating a change in approach from the club to prioritise quality against quantity.
#mahmic #midfielder #World
2 months ago
Nicolas Jackson is a target for Atletico Madrid, and Chelsea will be hoping a big bid is on the way soon.
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It looked for a while like Nicolas Jackson was going to be reintegrated back into Chelsea's first team squad this season after a year on loan with Bayern Munich.
But it's now clear that Xabi Alonso is keeping three strikers in his squad, and the Senegalese isn't one of them. Some will say that's harsh, but it may also be down to a desire to leave on Jackson's part.
Nicolas Jackson (Photo by Sona Maleterova/Getty Images)
#jackson #atletico #madrid
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It looked for a while like Nicolas Jackson was going to be reintegrated back into Chelsea's first team squad this season after a year on loan with Bayern Munich.
But it's now clear that Xabi Alonso is keeping three strikers in his squad, and the Senegalese isn't one of them. Some will say that's harsh, but it may also be down to a desire to leave on Jackson's part.
Nicolas Jackson (Photo by Sona Maleterova/Getty Images)
#jackson #atletico #madrid
2 months ago
The Formula 1 driver market just received a massive update regarding the grid's most decorated champion. Lewis Hamilton has reportedly renewed his contract with Scuderia Ferrari, guaranteeing his presence in Maranello well beyond his initial two-year commitment.
According to the Spanish sports broadcaster Partidazo COPE, the seven-time World Champion has officially put pen to paper to extend his stay with the iconic Italian team.
The timing of the leak perfectly aligns with Ferrari's biggest weekend of the year. The official announcement of Hamilton's contract renewal is expected to drop just before the Italian Grand Prix at Monza on September 6.
When Hamilton shocked the sporting world by leaving Mercedes to join Ferrari ahead of the 2025 season, he originally signed a flexible "two-plus-one" deal. This guaranteed his seat through the end of 2026 while leaving the 2027 season as a unilateral option on the driver's side.
Following a challenging transitional year in 2025, Hamilton has experienced a massive resurgence in the 2026 campaign. Reinvigorated by the SF-26 challenger, he has consistently taken the fight to teammate Charles Leclerc—including a stunning victory earlier this year at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. Given his championship-contending form this season, executing the 2027 extension clause was widely viewed by paddock insiders as a mere formality.
#hamilton #Ferrari
According to the Spanish sports broadcaster Partidazo COPE, the seven-time World Champion has officially put pen to paper to extend his stay with the iconic Italian team.
The timing of the leak perfectly aligns with Ferrari's biggest weekend of the year. The official announcement of Hamilton's contract renewal is expected to drop just before the Italian Grand Prix at Monza on September 6.
When Hamilton shocked the sporting world by leaving Mercedes to join Ferrari ahead of the 2025 season, he originally signed a flexible "two-plus-one" deal. This guaranteed his seat through the end of 2026 while leaving the 2027 season as a unilateral option on the driver's side.
Following a challenging transitional year in 2025, Hamilton has experienced a massive resurgence in the 2026 campaign. Reinvigorated by the SF-26 challenger, he has consistently taken the fight to teammate Charles Leclerc—including a stunning victory earlier this year at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. Given his championship-contending form this season, executing the 2027 extension clause was widely viewed by paddock insiders as a mere formality.
#hamilton #Ferrari