WEST LAFAYETTE — You can call Purdue basketball's 87-55 exhibition victory over Ball State on Sunday a soft opening.
Rehearsals for the regular season continue, and roles remain up for grabs on a remade roster. The vibe around the 11 Boilermakers who shared relatively equal minutes, though, remains one of anticipation for what lies ahead.
You may need to give this new cast some time to come together. Those players – some character actors vying to become stars, some understudies stepping into the spotlight for the first time – like where this is headed.
They cannot offer the **** urance which comes with returning Final Four starters, roles chiseled in stone and championship expectations set as an afterthought. What was on display Sunday, though, was a new and different energy – one with unrealized upside.
"I feel that's what makes this team good and makes this team different, is the balance we have between all our guards and our bigs," redshirt freshman guard Antione West Jr. said. "Everybody brings something. There's no weak points or anything we lack in our guards, so it just brings a sense of balance. I think that's our identity."

#guards

Los Angeles Rams TE Tyler Higbee caught all four of his targets for 22 yards and lost a fumble in an 18-16 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 6.
SOURCE: USAToday.com
Why it Matters: After three straight games with more than 60 receiving yards, Higbee had a quieter outing against the Cardinals. Still, he appears to have carved out a larger role in the offense in recent weeks, and Higbee should at least be a serviceable TE2.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Tyler Higbee limited to four grabs in Week 6

#higbee #four #angeles #source

Los Angeles Rams WR Davante Adams caught three of his four targets for 39 yards in an 18-16 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 6.
SOURCE: USAToday.com
Why it Matters: The four targets were the fewest of the season for Adams, and with Puka Nacua now healthy, fantasy owners will have to prepare for the occasional quiet outing. Adams' touchdown potential will give him WR2 upside, but his floor is a lot lower while playing alongside Nacua
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Davante Adams limited to three grabs in Week 6

#three

The lightweight showdown between Renato Moicano and Brian Ortega has been scrapped from Saturday's UFC 331 card in Los Angeles.
Ortega suffered an undisclosed injury and as a result, his fight has been cancelled and Moicano is no longer competing on the card. Instead, Moicano now faces riding lightweight contender Tom Nolan in the main event for the upcoming UFC Fight Night card scheduled on Oct. 31 at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
UFC officials announced the news on Monday.
With Moicano vs. Ortega no longer happening, UFC 331, the card is down to 12 total fights with the heavyweight matchup between Gable Steveson and Sean Sharaf now opening the main card on Saturday night.
UFC 331 is headlined by a flyweight ******* le fight as Joshua Van puts his belt up for grabs against former champion Alexandre Pantoja.

#ortega #lightweight #renato

It's once again clinching season in Major League Baseball.
The postseason is rapidly approaching, and the field for this year's World Series race is starting to take shape. While much of the National League picture appears close to being settled, several American League races remain wide open, with division **** les, wild-card spots and postseason seeding still up for grabs.
Here's a look at every team that has clinched a playoff berth, which clubs are closing in and what the postseason bracket would look like if the season ended today.
MLB POWER RANKINGS: Can Vlad Jr., Blue Jays wake up in time for playoffs?

#league

The FedEx Cup Fall is here.
The 2026 Biltmore Championship, a new PGA Tour event in Asheville, North Carolina, kicks off Thursday. The Presidents Cup is set for next week outside of Chicago, but the first Tour event since the season-ending Tour Championship is up. The Cliffs at Walnut Grove will host the tournament. The layout is a par-71 measuring 7,249 yards.
Being a fall event, the purse is significantly smaller than most events from the regular season. The biggest name initially in the field, Justin Thomas, withdrew Sunday, too, but there are other notables set to take on the Biltmore.
Here's a look at the purse and prize money payouts for the 2026 Biltmore Championship, where $5 million is up for grabs in Asheville, North Carolina.
More: PGA Tour fall schedule includes 8 events, international competition, silly season

#biltmore #north

The Amgen Irish Open at Trump International Doonbeg has turned into a story of resilience and record-breaking golf. While the first round saw players battling wind and rain that made the course play brutally difficult, the second round brought a dramatic shift in fortune. Shane Lowry, the local favorite, didn't just survive the conditions; he absolutely dominated them. After airing his frustration with the slow pace caused by the weather in the opening round, Lowry produced a stunning performance to take the lead. Golf Monthly reports that Lowry shot a record-breaking 62 under much kinder conditions to take the lead at the midpoint. This score puts him two shots clear of the field and sets the stage for a thrilling weekend.
The contrast between the two rounds couldn't be starker. The first day was defined by struggle, with Golf Monthly noting that the brutal conditions contributed to slow play across the property. Players like Lowry had to wait for groups ahead, testing their patience. Yet, when the wind died down, Lowry found his rhythm. He isn't alone in the hunt, however. The chasing pack is packed with talent, including defending champion Rory McIlroy, two-time Major winner Jon Rahm, and Brooks Koepka, all of whom Golf Monthly confirmed will join Lowry in the third round. Joaquin Niemann, the first-round leader, also remains in contention to challenge the Irishman.
While Lowry's score grabs the headlines, the most compelling story of the week might be the rise of Niklas Nørgaard. The Danish golfer has moved into a tie for second place alongside Jacob Skov Olesen and Haotong Li after posting matching 64s, according to europeantour.com. This surge came from a fundamental change in how Nørgaard approached the game, not just better ball-striking. The pressure of competition often weighs heavy, but Nørgaard found a way to lighten the load. A shift in mindset this week earned praise for his caddie, as he disclosed that his coach is actually riding in the bag during this event.
Nørgaard explained his strategy directly to the media, and the result was immediate. Europeantour.com notes that Nørgaard received late applause from spectators after draining a vital putt on the 18th and finishing his round with a closing birdie to enter the chase. His back nine was a blur of birdies, specifically a burst from the 14th to 16th holes that propelled him up the leaderboard. You have to wonder if that mental shift is the only thing standing between him and a ***** le run, considering how tight the field really is.
Other players faced different challenges. Thomas Detry made an albatross at the par-5 10th in the opening round, a rare feat that should have boosted his day. However, he finished the first day with a 74 and ultimately missed the cut, according to Golf Monthly. On the other side of the field, David Puig struggled to find consistency. Following a 71 in the opening round that left him one over par, he posted the exact same score during the second rou

LAS VEGAS – With the hours rapidly approaching until fight time, Ryan Garcia, Conor Benn and the entire undercard will come together Friday at ceremonial weigh-ins.
The WBC welterweight ******* le will be on the line Saturday at T-Mobile Arena (Paramount+) when Garcia (25-2) puts his ******* le up for grabs against Benn (25-1) in the headliner that grown to have some heat behind it.
All the athletes will have a final chance to size each other up before stepping into the boxing ring when they take the stage at ceremonial weigh-ins, beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. ET.
MMA Junkie will have a live stream of the event, which you can watch above.
This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: Video: Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn ceremonial weigh-ins live stream

#weigh #ryan

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Dre'Mont Jones made sure New England Patriots fans had something to talk about. That's even after a brutal opening-night defeat to his former team. Following the Patriots' 13-10 Week 1 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, Jones took to Instagram. He posted an in-game photograph of himself driving Seattle QB Sam Darnold into the turf. The outside linebacker made the message unmistakable by tagging an account handle reading @f***_the_seahawks in the bottom-right corner of the post. The NSFW jab quickly spread across social media.
Jones spent the 2023 and 2024 seasons with Seattle after signing a three-year contract. However, his tenure ultimately ended with friction before he landed in New England. Now a key piece of Mike Vrabel's Patriots defense, Jones appears to have plenty of unfinished business with his former team. His latest post made that abundantly clear.
The Patriots' 0–1 start already carries plenty of frustration. New England's defense dominated for much of the opener. They limited Seattle and knocked Darnold from the game. However, the offense collapsed late as Drake Maye threw three second-half interceptions. The Patriots also lost prized wide receiver AJ Brown to an ankle injury. That added another concern to an otherwise highly anticipated campaign. With Christian Gonzalez recently securing a record-setting four-year extension, expectations remain high in Foxborough. New England now gets an extended mini-bye before hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers. Meanwhile, Jones has added another spark to a rivalry that suddenly feels far from settled.
Related: Patriots add former Bills defensive lineman on $6 million contract

#former #dre 'mont #nsfw

At the beginning of the week, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell dropped an interesting update that the left guard position was still up for grabs in the lead up to the team's season opener against the New Orleans Saints. Incumbent Christian Mahogany and free agent addition Ben Bartch were to split reps in practice all week, and Campbell even said he'd consider rotating the two in the game if a leader hadn't emerged in the competition.
But on Friday, Campbell gave a little clarity on the situation, suggesting that Mahogany will start on Sunday.
"I don't know. It's a good question. I'm still thinking about that. There's probably a good chance Mahogany starts," Campbell said.
Now, of course, who starts the game and who finishes it could very different. Campbell's comments are vague enough to suggest that the guard rotation could continue and/or Mahogany could be on a short leash. He could even change his mind before Sunday. Campbell did note that both players have played well in the two practices thus far this week.
"I thought both of those guys did a really good job in practice," Campbell said.

#campbell #week #good #practice

MILTON - It was a long offseason. Luke Richardson was starved for the end zone.
The senior receiver pulled in three touchdown grabs and amassed over 150 receiving yards as the Marshfield High football team stamped a 42-25 road victory over Milton on Thursday, Sept. 10.
Richardson, who also doubles as a basketball standout, scored on catch-and-runs spanning 54, 44 and 52 yards. He was named a Patriot League All-Star in both sports as a junior last year.
"He's shifty," said senior quarterback Nate Rollinson, who dished out five touchdown passes. "He's a great route artist. I just know I've got to get him the ball and he'll make plays."
This marks just the second time in coach Chris Arouca's nine-year tenure that Marshfield sealed a Week 1 victory.

#marshfield #victory #year #LUKE

The Ballon d'Or is widely considered the most prestigious individual award in professional football. While all eyes typically focus on the men's player award, there are plenty of other trophies up for grabs as the football world descends upon London two months from now.
The nominees for the 2026 edition of the coach's award have now been made public. Ten candidates now await the verdict as football decides who will receive the one trophy that will
Whoever wins this award deserves to be considered the best coach of 2026.
They're the best coaches in the world! Let's sum up the nominees!

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Here is the breakdown of who is nominated (and the team they currently work for):

#they 're

Outside the quarterback battle, no player on Iowa's roster made more headlines this offseason than transfer wide receiver Tony Diaz.
Diaz transferred from UT Rio Grande Valley, hoping to become a difference-maker for the Hawkeyes' offense. The 5-foot-10 third-year receiver was super impressive throughout the summer, reportedly dominating in camp and earning a starting spot in Week 1. Plenty of national media members had taken notice of Diaz as the season neared. Just hours before Iowa's season opener on Saturday, that trend continued.
ESPN's "College GameDay" crew was in Baton Rouge, La., on Saturday morning in anticipation of the LSU-Clemson game. During the show, the conversation shifted to the Hawkeyes, with the crew giving their thoughts on Kirk Ferentz's team entering the new season. Soon after, ***** yst Pat McAfee brought up Diaz, prompting host Rece Davis to list his 2025 stat line.
In Iowa's opener against Northern Illinois, Diaz lived up to the GameDay hype. Diaz finished with seven grabs for 84 yards and a touchdown. The San Marcos, Texas, product had a good rapport with both Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski. Diaz won on his routes, created a ton of separation, and looked extremely shifty in the open field.
"If he's out there healthy, that's what he does. He got banged up a little bit in the spring, but he just plays hard and he plays fast also. He is fast and plays fast. As dumb as it sounds, he's really aggressive catching ***** . That does sound dumb and kind of silly in some certain ways.

#hawkeyes

After weeks of delays and behind-the-scenes attempts to cobble something meaningful together, UFC 332 in Salt Lake City, Utah finally has a championship main event: Natalia Silva vs. ****** Cong for the vacant women's flyweight belt.
Wait, what? The flyweight belt that Valentina Shevchenko has defended a whopping nine times since 2018 across two ****** le runs? That's now vacant? When announcing Silva vs. Cong, they cited a "Bullet" injury but didn't really get into details on how the belt was put back up for grabs. A statement from Shevchenko's coach Pavel Fedotov gave a bit more info.
"We were supposed to fight on October 3 against Natalia Silva, but due to an injury to the ligaments in the shoulder and back, we decided not to push things and postpone the fight," Fedotov wrote (via Ushatayka). "Given that the recovery will take a long time, we've made the decision to temporarily vacate the belt, and once she recovers, she will fight for it again."
According to Fedotov, they're expecting the injury to take eight months to recover from.
In the past, you might expect to see an interim ****** le go up for grabs after similar injuries taking under a year to heal. But these days, the UFC has gotten into the habit of asking its injured champions to relinquish their belts. Jamahal Hill did it when he ruptured his Achilles tendon, and so did Jiri Prochazka when he injured his shoulder. Now we've got Valentina Shevchenko doing it.

#fight

Michigan narrowly pulled off the victory on Saturday night, defeating Western Michigan by a 13-12 final score on a last-second Hail Mary. Across the board, this was a pretty disappointing game despite the victory.
Here's a look at each position group on the roster with grades for how each of them performed.
Bryce Underwood looked to be in control of the offense on the opening drive, but after that, all the old habits seemed to return with questionable decision-making and some throws that just weren't precise. The worst of it was in the final minutes of the game when he fumbled with the game on the line to allow Western Michigan a chance to run out the clock. However, he made a heck of a throw on the last play of the game to J.J. Buchanan to seal the victory. There's still much to improve, though.
What was expected to be the strongest position group on the team ended up having a rather underwhelming night. It wasn't all their fault (more on that later), but the running backs didn't capitalize on their chances either. Jordan Marshall had just 44 yards on 11 carries. Savion Hiter wasn't all that involved in his first game, getting just six touches. What was expected to be a dominant rushing attack didn't get off to a good start at all, and there's also going to need to be big improvement over the next week.
To be clear, this is JJ Buchanan's A+. He was as advertised coming out of the transfer portal, making some impressive grabs, including the game-winning catch for 47 yards as the clock hit zero. He had six receptions for a total of 126 yards. For the rest of the group, they weren't really asked to do much, with just 12 completions on the night. The lack of a big showing from the passing attack wasn't exactly their fault.

#final

Katie Taylor is set to bid farewell to boxing this evening, as she finally realises her Croke Park dream when she fights Flora Pili.
Taylor, a former Olympic gold medalist and two-weight undisputed champion, boxes on home soil in Ireland as she faces the unbeaten Pili, with all four major super-lightweight belts on the line.
Taylor, 40, brings the IBF, WBA and WBO ***** les into the iconic Dublin venue, while the vacant WBC strap is also up for grabs.
Katie Taylor (left) will fight Flora Pili at Croke Park (PA Wire)
France's Pili (12-0, 2 KOs) will aim to become just the second fighter to beat Taylor (25-1, 6 KOs), who is expecting 80,000 adoring fans at her final fight.

#flora

The Miss America Organization is gearing up to crown its 99th national ******* leholder. But this year, there's more than a sash up for grabs—the winner will also receive a New York City pad.
Mallory Hudson, the organization's Communications Manager, confirmed to Realtor.com® that this year's prize package includes access to "the Miss America apartment." The residence serves as a luxurious "home away from home" for the upcoming ******* leholder, who will remain based in her hometown full time.
Miss America 2026—the competition in which the reigning Cassie Donegan was crowned in Orlando, FL last September—marked the first time the impressive perk was offered to a winner.
The dwelling is in the 36-story Chelsea Landmark building, which sits within the vibrant west-side neighborhood of Chelsea, and is described by the organization as "a stunning apartment residence that will serve as the NYC base for Miss America as she fulfills her national duties."
"As the role of Miss America evolves to meet the demands of modern advocacy and media, so too does the infrastructure around her," a statement explains. "We're opening doors to new partnerships, visibility, and moments that amplify our mission on a national scale."

#America #Chelsea #home

Katie Taylor is set to bid farewell to boxing this weekend, as she finally realises her Croke Park dream when she fights Flora Pili.
Taylor, a former Olympic gold medalist and two-weight undisputed champion, boxes on home soil in Ireland as she faces the unbeaten Pili, with all four major super-lightweight belts on the line.
Taylor, 40, brings the IBF, WBA and WBO ****** les into the iconic Dublin venue, while the vacant WBC strap is also up for grabs.
Katie Taylor (left) will fight Flora Pili at Croke Park (PA Wire)
France's Pili (12-0, 2 KOs) will aim to become just the second fighter to beat Taylor (25-1, 6 KOs), who is expecting 80,000 adoring fans at her final fight.

#pili #flora #fight #dublin

How do the New York Giants stack up against the rest of the NFL following the deadline to finalize 53-man rosters?
ESPN had the Giants drop one spot to No. 24 overall in its preseason power rankings after rosters were set, highlighting Odell Beckham Jr., who just made the team, and his milestone chase as a feat to watch for New York in 2026.
Milestone to watch: Wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. climbing to second in Giants history for total touchdown receptions.
Beckham needs five touchdown grabs to pass Kyle Rote (48) for the second most in Giants history. Amani Toomer is first with 54. Beckham is back for his second stint with the team since leaving in 2018, and coach John Harbaugh complimented his performance during training camp. Beckham is currently fourth in franchise history with 44 touchdown receptions. Joe Morrison is third with 47.
Beckham adds to a wide receiver room that will welcome Malik Nabers back from injury and also features rookie Malachi Fields along with Darius Slayton. The receiving corps has the potential to produce solid numbers if everyone can stay healthy.

#Giants #second #touchdown #odell

McKeel finished second at the George Whitmire Invitational and Geneva Classical and Lakeland Christian finished fifth and sixth, respectively. They are three of the top boys team in Polk County, but George Jenkins hasn't run its top four runners yet this season.
While the team competition is up for grabs, so is the individual boys competition. Lake Wales' Gabriel Harris heads into the season as the to returning runner, but he could be challenged by McKeel' Aidan Alam and Geneva Classical's Ryder Dempsey. Or perhaps another runner will emerges.
Let us know who you think the top runner is.
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#boys

The Tennessee ******* ans have finished off their preseason with a 24-15 loss to the Chicago Bears, dropping their record to 2-1 just ahead of the league-mandated cuts on Sunday evening.
After the game, head coach Robert Saleh met with the media and pointed out that most of the roster decisions have been made and that this is always the hardest part of camp, full of hard conversations among him, general manager Mike Borgonzi, and some players (roster cuts).
Saleh also pointed out that roughly 10 roster spots were up for grabs on Saturday.
"There's going to be stuff that shows up on tape, and if players were neck and neck, it could make a difference."
The ******* ans are a young team, and some players definitely made a case against the Bears. Did it make a difference? Who knows. But everyone will find out when the ******* ans cut their roster to 53-players on Sunday afternoon.

#roster #bears

Let's face it, by the time the third preseason game rolls around, most of the battles have been fought, debates have taken place, and roster decisions have been made. With final rosters due on August 30, teams have no time to waste whittling down from 90 to 53.
The Dallas Cowboys are certainly no exception. Unlike most teams coming off losing seasons, Dallas has most of the roster spots written in stone. Very few spots are up for grabs, so for those operating on the periphery, margins are razor thin and mistakes cannot be afforded.
It's these handful of players who stood out in all the wrong ways in the Cowboys' 27-24 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Friday night. While Jaishawn Barham, Camden Brown and Joe Milton III all performed admirably, far too many others wilted under the pressure.
Cowboys Nation almost universally joined the Trigg bandwagon from the jump. An above-the-rim tight end from Baylor was Dallas' prized rookie undrafted free agent this year. With so much potential to work with, character concerns and blocking deficiencies could be overlooked, provided he dazzled with ball skills.
Sadly, Trigg did not dazzle. While he showed a willingness to block, he wasn't particularly good at it on Friday against the Saints. To make matters worse, Trigg struggled to catch the ball making his place on the Cowboys final 53 a longshot.

#saints #teams

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The NASCAR Cup Series heads back to Daytona this weekend for one final race ahead of the playoff Chase — get ready for the ******* e Zero Sugar 400.
After the Daytona 500 in February, NASCAR will return to Daytona International Speedway to wrap up the regular season schedule, this time with a night race. There are still nine playoff spots up for grabs, which means drivers will be competing heavily in the Sunshine State.
There are several drivers currently on the bubble, including Bubba Wallace, Austin Cindric and Shane van Gisbergen, who holds the 16th and final bid. Ryan Preece is currently behind the cut line by 31 points, but a variety of factors could shake up these standings come Saturday.
Who will make their mark as the regular season comes to a close?

#nascar #sporting #final #playoff

The NFL preseason is over. Training camp is over. For the Washington Commanders, all eyes turn toward Sunday's 6:00 p.m. ET deadline to trim their roster from 90 players to 53. Then, everything is all about Week 1, when the Commanders head up I-95 to face the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 1.
Washington heads into the regular season after an embarrassing 41-3 loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Friday's preseason finale. The Commanders sat 41 players ahead of Friday's game, meaning there were only a few roster spots still up for grabs. It was one final opportunity for roster hopefuls to make an impression. Unfortunately, it didn't go well for anyone.
Will Friday's results impact GM Adam Peters' roster decisions ahead of Sunday's deadline? Here's our final 53-man roster projection for Washington. Remember, this is only the initial 53-man roster, because it will change often, perhaps as soon as Monday when teams can claim players cut by other teams off waivers.
Jayden Daniels
Marcus Mariota

#washington #preseason

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

BRANDON, S.D. (KELO) -- Kids are headed back to the classroom, but summer is still going strong at Huset's Speedway in Brandon.
The finish line is quickly approaching at Huset's Speedway.
"We had some weather issues, obviously, early in the year with rain and then the heat, but I think overall the we've had really good momentum here the last part of the season," Huset's Speedway General Manager Doug Johnson said.
2 South Dakota men face 25 counts of hunting charges
With the calendar about to turn to September, a pair of track championships are up for grabs this weekend.

#kelo #doug #south

With training camp in the rearview, the Tennessee ***** ans are about ready to fully turn their attention to the season opener against the New York Jets. Just two hurdles remain: the preseason finale against the Chicago Bears on Saturday and the cut-down to 53 on Sunday.
This past week, head coach Robert Saleh and ***** istant general manager Dave Zeigler discussed the week and noted that a few roster spots remain up for grabs. But what are those? And who are those in contention?
While some players like Julius Chestnut appear to have locked up a roster spot as the fourth running back or Kylen Granson as the fourth tight end, others are still fighting for the final spots, and the final roster breakdown will be dictated by the final positional breakdown.
Here is a breakdown of what ***** ans Wire believes could be those final spots.
The ***** ans are five deep, but will have some decisions to make at receiver. Bryce Oliver is a special teams ***** et, which could give him an advantage, but Xavier Restrepo is making a strong push. With Wan'Dale Robinson going down with a potential concussion, Restrepo could be in-line to gain some extra snaps in the preseason finale and could have a golden opportunity to cement his case.

#finale

While this weekend's action won't count toward our fantasy results, the 2026 college football season has officially arrived! And with it, here are some last-minute draft tips to be mindful of when prepping for your final Yahoo College Fantasy Football drafts.
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Most teams playing this weekend have already submitted their initial depth charts, so we at least have a guide for what to expect in terms of personnel deployment for those programs. However, the dozens of teams that will be opening their seasons in Week 1 still have major questions around who is going to get the most run among the team's skill players. This is especially important at wide receiver, since most teams deploy 3-WR sets with at least one, and usually two, of those starting spots up for grabs thanks to graduation and portal defections. The more you get into the weeds and research as many of the 68 Power Four team depth charts as you can unearth, the less likely you will be to blow picks in your upcoming drafts.
A phrase I like to reappropriate from the political realm is "All College Football Is Local." When depth charts are not available for key teams, you will need to rely on reputable beat writers who convey actionable information. This is a slippery slope nowadays, however, as many beat writers serve to protect the programs they cover, and curry favor in the process, as opposed to unveiling potentially sensitive information that might alienate them. Oftentimes their allegiances are to the program they've poured their hearts into for most of their adult lives, as opposed to providing us with the granular insider details of what's happening within their local program. Message board rumors can be insightful at times, as people love gossiping about their favorite teams, but tread lightly when relying on unattributed anonymous reports on the ol' internet.
The NFL injury rumor mill is so suffocating that we were subjected to a full news cycle speculating about the Raiders' prayer circle after Ashton Jeanty sprained his ankle in practice. There isn't an apple-to-apples comparison for CFB because often we don't have a clear picture on injuries until the first games kick off. Compounding matters is the lack of a uniform injury report like we see in the NFL, making injury obfuscation and subterfuge a routine occurrence in college. It never hurts to toss a player's name into the Google machine to check for recent reports before taking the plunge on a player.

#depth #injury

The 2026 wide receiver draft class wasn't filled with transcendent players, but that's not going to stop us from grabbing some high upside rookies this year. In dynasty, I want my rookie running backs to get on the field quickly and show that they can be fantasy relevant sooner than later. With receivers, I'm willing to take a longer look but I still don't want them to be buried on the depth chart going into their rookie season.
I like this group of receivers. It's been fun watching them throughout training camp and preseason. And during that time, we've seen a few shine and raise their profile. Below, I'll go through some of the receivers making a move toward playing time this season and hopefully secure a spot on your fake teams for years to come.
The Ravens need help at receiver behind Zay Flowers, which pushed them to draft Lane in the third round and Elijah Sarrat in the fourth. So far, Lane has showed well in camp. He gets compared to Michael Thomas, with his sure hands and big frame. Rashod Bateman is the current WR2, but off field issues and just an inability to consistently put up numbers has that No. 2 job up for grabs.
Kansas City needs help at wide receiver. Rashee Rice is good, but he's not a strong WR1. Add in his off-field issues and injury concerns, and there is room for another receiver to rise in the depth chart. Allen could be that guy or an approximation of that guy. He's played well in preseason and has gotten plenty of praise from beat writers. I'm willing to take him ahead of his ADP due to his opportunity and offensive environment in KC.
The Dolphins are in full tank mode, but they'll still play football games and the players want to win. They lack any veteran wide receivers worth a darn, so their rookies, Bell and Douglas have plenty of room to win playing time. Douglas has been consistent this summer, already winning a starting job come Week 1. Bell is coming off a knee injury, but has finally returned to practice and shed his no-contact jersey. Both receivers could win starting jobs with Jalen Tolbert and Malik Washington as their main competition.

#field #time #lane #draft

NEW YORK (AP) — As the WNBA heads into its final week before the FIBA World Cup break, the postseason picture is becoming clearer.
Seven teams have already clinched spots in the playoffs with Minnesota, Golden State and Las Vegas leading the way. Atlanta, Indiana, New York and Washington also will be in the postseason. Dallas is not far from sealing the eighth and final place.
Where those teams end up seeding-wise is still up for grabs. There is only 1 1/2 games separating the second-place Valkyries and fifth-place Fever.
There's only a game difference between No. 6 New York and eighth-seeded Dallas.
The top four teams will have homecourt advantage in the opening round of the best-of-three playoff series. The semifinals are best-of-five and the WNBA Finals are best-of-seven.

#best #dallas #eighth