CEUTA, Spain (AP) — Thousands of migrants streamed into the tiny Spanish territory of Ceuta from Morocco on Thursday, prompting local officials to call on Spain to declare a national emergency and send the army to restore the frontier.
Spain's interior ministry said it would guarantee the safety of citizens and the integrity of the nation's border, but that the government could not declare a national emergency over migration concerns.
Video footage showed crowds of people, mainly Moroccans, walking around the breakwaters at Tarajal beach onto local roads. While the majority appeared to be young men, there were also families with women and children. "Viva España!" some shouted to a freelance photographer working for The ***** ociated Press.
Spain is a main point of arrival into Europe for migrants seeking better economic opportunities or an escape from violence in their home countries.
The escalation at the border between Spain and Morocco comes after a surge in migrants attempting to reach the small exclave, mainly by swimming.

#ceuta #local #mainly

The Tennessee ******* ans finished their first day of training camp practice, and after a solid day of work, Jeffery Simmons, Cam Ward, Wan'Dale Robinson, and John Franklin-Myers met with the media to discuss the opening day.
During those availabilities, Franklin-Myers talked about the many different aspects that brought him to Nashville, and specifically his comfort playing anywhere along the defensive line in Robert Saleh's defense.
"I consider myself a football player. Truthfully, I've done it all, I do it all, and my standard is through the roof. So, you can put me inside or outside, nose guard, d-end, d-tackle, I don't care." Franklin-Myers said, "I want to win one-on-ones, and play the most physical brand of football."
The addition of Franklin-Myers to the ******* ans' defensive front gives Tennessee two dynamic interior pass rushers who should be able to wreak havoc throughout the season and become a foundational piece in this rebuild. He should also be able to mentor first-round pick Keldric Faulk, who has a similar make-up and skill set.
This article originally appeared on ******* ans Wire: ******* ans' John Franklin-Myers wants to bring physicality to the defense

#myers #Titans

On Tuesday, Tennessee **** ans general manager Mike Borgonzi met with the media and touched on the upcoming offensive line competition at training camp. He said he was pleased with where the team was at this stage of the preseason, with active battles at center and right guard taking center stage.
Center Austin Schlottmann and guard Cordell Volson will get the first crack at winning the starting job, but they will rotate and face challenges from Pat Coogan and Jackson Slater early in camp.
During the press conference with head coach Robert Saleh, Borgonzi hinted at potential additions to the interior of the offensive line, and it appears he was serious. On Wednesday, the **** ans worked out Oregon State guard Joshua Gray and Northern Iowa guard Jared Penning.
Gray doesn't have any NFL experience, but did spend 2025 with the Atlanta Falcons on their practice squad after going undrafted out of Oregon State. The 6-foot-5, 299-pound guard signed a reserve/futures contract with the Carolina Panthers, but was waived in July ahead of training camp.
Like Gray, Penning also spent his rookie season on a practice squad with the Baltimore Ravens after going undrafted out of Northern Iowa in 2025. He re-signed a reserve/futures contract with the Ravens in January and was earlier in July.

#gray #oregon #state #northern

The Denver Broncos open training camp this week with high expectations.
Veterans report on July 28 after a successful 2025 season that saw them win the AFC West and earn the No. 1 seed in the conference. Most of the core roster returns under head coach Sean Payton, and the team should feel confident about repeating as division champions.
Yet several key jobs and depth chart spots remain undecided. Numerous position battles will play a major role in shaping the 2026 roster, and they could also determine how far this talented group advances in the playoffs.
The biggest hole sits on the defensive line.
Most importantly, John Franklin-Myers left in free agency. He delivered strong interior pressure and helped the Broncos lead the league in quarterback hits last season. His departure creates a sizable gap in the rotation. The unit must maintain its disruptive force against both the run and the pass.

#denver #west #sean #numerous

Burma's government approved the death penalty as punishment for internet scammers just months after the Fbi announced a sweeping $8 billion crackdown on scam networks coming from the country, according to the country's state-backed media.
The Anti-Online Scam Law passed the country's parliament on Tuesday, green lighting the death penalty for anyone who participates in a scam in which they "commit violence, torture, unlawfully arrest or detain, or treat any person in a cruel manner," according to The Global New Light of Myanmar, a media outlet jointly operated by a private company and the country's Ministry of the Interior.
Burma, also known as Myanmar, has become ground zero for digital scams, with criminals often recruiting migrants from other Asian countries with promises of legitimate work only to imprison them and force them to conduct the scams.
In May, the FBI announced a massive crackdown on a criminal network in Burma known as the "Democratic Karen Benevolent Army." The operation resulted in the seizure of 127,000 Bitcoin, worth over $8 billion as of July.
Fbi Brings Alleged China-linked Hacker To Us In Rare Extradition As Patel Defends Italy Trip

#myanmar #death #Media

The Baltimore Ravens will take the field Wednesday morning for their first practice of the 2026 training camp, beginning a new era at the Under Armour Performance Center.
The opening session will provide the first extended look at head coach Jesse Minter's team and Declan Doyle's new offense. Lamar Jackson enters camp healthy and confident after an injury-plagued 2025 season, while Derrick Henry, Zay Flowers and Mark Andrews return as the offense's established playmakers.
Early focus will also center on first-round guard Vega Ioane and Baltimore's rebuilt interior offensive line. Ethan Pocic's late addition changes the competition at center, while John Simpson and Andrew Vorhees are among the candidates for significant roles at guard. Defensively, Trey Hendrickson will make his training camp debut with Baltimore. Nnamdi Madubuike will open camp on the active/PUP list after receiving medical clearance to resume football activities, creating early opportunities for the Ravens' other defensive linemen.
Rookies Zion Young, Ja'Kobi Lane, Elijah Sarratt and Ryan Eckley will also begin competing for roles on a roster built to return to the postseason. Follow along on the Ravens Wire liveblog that will be updated throughout the morning with photos, videos, observations and more.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens training camp live updates: Sights and sounds from Day 1

#Ravens #first

Jalen Carter is no longer being paid for potential. The Philadelphia Eagles are compensating him like the centerpiece of a championship defense.
Carter agreed to a four-year, $152 million extension that reportedly includes $106 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history by annual value. That distinction brings more than financial security. It establishes a standard Carter will be expected to meet every week. The Eagles have already seen stretches in which Carter appears capable of controlling games from the interior. His first-step quickness, power and ability to collapse the pocket create problems that cannot always be measured through sacks. Quarterbacks are forced to move, running backs must alter their paths and offensive lines frequently commit additional help to his side.
Philadelphia's investment is based on the belief that those stretches can become the norm.
Record contracts invite record expectations. Carter will be evaluated against the NFL's elite defensive tackles rather than other young players at his position. Quiet stretches will receive more attention, while availability, conditioning, and discipline will become increasingly important factors in his performance. The extension also gives Carter an opportunity to **** ume a larger leadership role. Jordan Davis has received his own long-term deal, but Carter's contract makes him the financial centerpiece of Philadelphia's defense. Younger linemen will follow his example, and the organization will expect his preparation to match his talent.
None of that should be viewed as unfair. Carter earned the leverage that produced a historic agreement. The Eagles responded by making one of the largest commitments in franchise history.

#Eagles

LOS ANGELES -- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could be on the verge of losing another cornerstone player after star defensive tackle Vita Vea officially requested a trade, creating one of the biggest storylines of the NFL offseason and immediately sparking speculation that the two-time Pro Bowler could be headed back to the West Coast.
Vea, 31, is seeking a new long-term contract after negotiations with the Buccaneers stalled. His agent confirmed the trade request just before veterans were scheduled to report for training camp. Although Vea is expected to report to camp, his future in Tampa Bay has become increasingly uncertain as he enters the final season of his current contract, which carries a non-guaranteed base salary for 2026.
The request comes during a period of significant change for the Buccaneers. Tampa Bay has already seen longtime linebacker Lavonte David retire while franchise icon Mike Evans departed in free agency to sign with the San Francisco 49ers, leaving the organization facing one of its biggest roster transitions in years.
One of the league's most dominant interior defensive linemen since entering the NFL as the 12th overall pick in the 2018 draft, Vea has been the anchor of Tampa Bay's run defense and helped lead the franchise to a Super Bowl LV championship. Over eight seasons, he has totaled 256 tackles and 35 sacks while earning two Pro Bowl selections. Last season, he started all 17 games, recording 34 tackles, 4.5 sacks and 13 quarterback hits.
With Vea now on the trade market, oddsmakers at BetOnline Sports & Casino believe Southern California is the most likely destination.

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Now that the Denver Broncos are reporting for training camp, fans will likely get a more inside looks at the team's new training facility. While some introductory pictures were released by the team in mid-July, the first interior video of the facility has been shared on Instagram by Kayla Jones, wife of Broncos defensive lineman D.J. Jones.
The video captured several never-before-seen areas of the new building. Some of the new areas shown include an in-house barbershop (complete with an orange and blue striped barber chair), a mini indoor field, shaded table seating on the roof of the building, and a revamped locker room ready for the team.
You can check out Kayla's video, as well as a better view of the Broncos' new barbershop, below.
The $175 million facility, and all its bells and whistles, is a visible sign of the past two seasons of work. The facility was first announced in November 2023 and broke ground in late August 2024. The state-of-the-art campus was funded completely by the Walton-Penner ownership group, and is 30 percent bigger than their old headquarters building, according to the team's website.
The building also is a reminder of the Walton-Penner ownership group's commitment to making the team one of the best in the NFL, both on and off the field. The next big investment in the club will be the team's new stadium, on track to be built at the team's preferred site at Denver's historic Burnham Yard. While finalized plans have not been announced quite yet, the team is committing significant time and energy into the beautification of the area, and community inclusivity. You can see all the updates on the team's stadium website. The biggest remaining hurdle will be the relocation of Denver Water, which is located at Burnham Yard.

#Broncos #team #building

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea has requested a trade from the team. Vea's agent, Collin Roberts, broke the news to ESPN on Monday.
Last month, Vea was a hold-in because of his contract situation during the Bucs mandatory mini-camp. At the time, head coach Todd Bowles said he was not concerned about it and that it was "part of the business." Now, after contract negotiations have stalled, Vea will look to end up elsewhere.
He will be entering his final year of a four-year, $71 million contract and is set to earn $17 million this season, with none of it guaranteed.
Last season, Vea appeared in all 17 games, finishing with 4.5 sacks, 13 quarterback hits and 34 tackles. In his eight seasons with the Buccaneers, he has totaled 35 sacks. In the coming days, teams will be coming out of the woodwork wanting to sign Vea, who is considered a dominant run-stopping force on the interior line.
NFL veterans are scheduled to report to NFL training camps today.

#year #season #coming

The Cincinnati Bengals open training camp July 29, and they won't waste any time in the personnel evaluation process.
With the Bengals' first preseason contest fast-approaching Aug. 13, and the regular season opener close behind on Sept. 13 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the process of culling the camp roster down to 53 players and a practice squad will begin immediately.
At stake is a 2026 campaign in which Cincinnati has desires of reestablishing itself as a playoff and AFC North contender after missing the postseason the last three years and bottoming out last year via a 6-11 record.
The Bengals' draft class has been praised, as was the trade acquisition of interior defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence. There were notable free-agents brought in to buoy the defensive side of the ball, and Cincinnati kept its entire starting offensive line together. Some think it's the best line of the Joe Burrow era (although that's not a high bar to clear).
Should Burrow end up injured for any period of time, the Bengals also retained Joe Flacco as a backup quarterback following his highly productive stint under center during Burrow's absence last season.

#bengals #season

The Cincinnati Bengals open training camp July 29, and they won't waste any time in the personnel evaluation process.
With the Bengals' first preseason contest fast-approaching Aug. 13, and the regular season opener close behind on Sept. 13 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the process of culling the camp roster down to 53 players and a practice squad will begin immediately.
At stake is a 2026 campaign in which Cincinnati has desires of reestablishing itself as a playoff and AFC North contender after missing the postseason the last three years and bottoming out last year via a 6-11 record.
The Bengals' draft class has been praised, as was the trade acquisition of interior defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence. There were notable free-agents brought in to buoy the defensive side of the ball, and Cincinnati kept its entire starting offensive line together. Some think it's the best line of the Joe Burrow era (although that's not a high bar to clear).
Should Burrow end up injured for any period of time, the Bengals also retained Joe Flacco as a backup quarterback following his highly productive stint under center during Burrow's absence last season.

#cincinnati

Vita Vea's trade request should put the San Francisco 49ers on the phone with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
NFL Network reported that Vea asked to be moved after extension talks stalled. The two-time Pro Bowler is entering the final year of his contract with a $17 million base salary, giving San Francisco a rare chance to address one of its most uncertain position groups with a proven difference-maker.
The 49ers may also fit Vea's preferred destination. Football **** yst Ted Nguyen reported on X, citing a source, that Vea "wants to go to a California team or the Raiders." A return to the Bay Area would carry obvious appeal for Vea, who attended Milpitas High School before becoming the No. 12 pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.
Vita Vea could give the 49ers needed durability and interior pressure while forming a dominant front with Nick Bosa and Osa Odighizuwa. Getty Images
The strongest argument for pursuing him is also the simplest: Vea nearly matched the entire 49ers interior defensive line's pressure production by himself last season.

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Vita Vea reportedly has a short geographic wish list as he seeks a trade from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Football ****** yst Ted Nguyen reported, citing a source, that the two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle wants to join a California team or the Las Vegas Raiders. That would place the Los Angeles Chargers, San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Rams and Raiders among his preferred destinations.
Vita Vea reportedly prefers a trade to the 49ers, Chargers, Rams or Raiders after requesting to leave the Buccaneers. Getty Images
Based on their 2025 interior pass-rush production, the Chargers stand out as the team that needs him most.
Los Angeles finished last in the NFL with only 41 pressures from its interior defensive linemen. Its 8.30% pressure rate ranked 28th, exposing a major weakness despite the offseason addition of Dalvin Tomlinson.

#raiders #chargers #buccaneers #reportedly

The Washington Huskies are aiming at some of the nation's best defensive linemen in the 2028 class, and among their top priorities is four-star Kingston Brown.
The 6-foot-3, 265-pound product of Carver High School in Georgia, who took an unofficial visit to Seattle in March for Junior Day, is ranked as the No. 193 overall prospect and No. 22 defensive lineman by the 247Sports Composite, and has quickly become one of the nation's most coveted underclassman pass rushers.
Brown holds 25 offers, with Alabama, Florida, Georgia, LSU, Notre Dame, and Texas A&M all among the programs in pursuit of his services, but after convincing him to take a cross-country trip to host him and extend an in-person offer, Jedd Fisch's coaching staff may have an early advantage in his recruitment.
During his sophomore year, Brown turned in 50 tackles, 21 for loss, with 3 sacks, a forced fumble, and an interception, while showcasing the versatile skill set that defensive coordinator Ryan Walters covets along the interior of the defensive front.
On film, Brown is a disruptive presence who plays with great power and a strong motor while lining up at both defensive tackle and as a standup edge rusher. He also offers a high floor as a run defender, playing with the effort and explosiveness needed to succeed along the interior, where he's consistently able to shoot through gaps and make plays in the backfield.

#defensive #offers #along #interior

During Mark Pope’s first two seasons in Lexington, we have yet to see him develop a lottery pick in the NBA Draft.
That may be changing next year, as Malachi Moreno is already generating buzz as a potential lottery selection in the 2027 NBA Draft.
Over at Sports Illustrated, Derek Parker has Moreno ranked as the third-best returning college player who was a 2026 NBA prospect.
Kentucky big Malachi Moreno fell victim to the depth of the ’26 class, putting up enough production to be an intriguing late-first bet in most classes.
In his freshman season with the Wildcats, he averaged 7.8 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.8 ****** ists and 1.5 blocks in just 22.6 minutes per game, showing off versatility on the interior. With similar or better production, he could massively boost his stock.

#malachi #lexington

LAS VEGAS — For a defense as talented and deep as New Mexico's, one key question remains with fall camp less than two weeks away: After since-departed defensive linemen Keyshawn James-Newby and Brett Karhu terrorized opposing offenses to the tune of 16.5 sacks last season — nearly half of UNM's league-leading 36 — what Lobos can help replace that staggering level of production?
Last week, Brian Booker made one thing clear: He wants to be a big part of the answer.
Speaking at Mountain West Media Days, UNM's fifth-year interior defensive lineman said he's hoping to make more plays than last season while still serving as one of the Lobos' most effective run defenders.
A preseason All-Mountain West honoree, the 6-foot-3, 330-pound Booker made 19 total tackles and 1.5 sacks in a starting role last season after transferring to UNM from Texas Southern. But if the Mansfield, Texas native was more than adequate playing the run, Booker entered the offseason feeling he left a "lot of meat on the table."
"I could have had so much (more)," he said last Wednesday at Palms Casino Resort. "… I gave it all I could give, but sometimes it didn't pay off, you know what I'm saying? It's just a more personal thing for me — I left a lot of plays on the table, a lot of sacks, a lot of (tackles for loss), that kind of thing."

#sacks #lobos #west #defensive

It's a new era for Florida football as Jon Sumrall now has the reins in Gainesville.
While the coaching staff is new and many are anxiously awaiting to see if the program can return to the upper echelon of the SEC, the Gators continue to recruit with the best of them. As of July 23, Florida has the No. 7 class in the 2027 cycle, according to the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings.
The haul features 26 total commits, 17 of whom are blue-chippers. The class headliner is the nation's No. 2 overall prospect.
Coatesville (Pa.) Five-Star Plus+ interior offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller whittled his list of top schools down quick and that led him to an April commitment. UF picked up the momentum and ultimately beat out Ohio State, Alabama and Tennessee.
He's the lone five-star in the class and one of two top-100 commits, alongside Port Charlotte (Fla.) four-star wide receiver Elias Pearl. Hiller also highlights one of the nation's best OL classes.

#hiller #five #gainesville #gators

Jerod Mayo's one-year stint as New England Patriots head coach was mostly forgettable, but there are a few exceptions. One, of course, is selecting Drake Maye third overall in the draft. And while that decision will shape the franchise for years to come, it is not the only one still impacting the roster to this day.
The Patriots' top interior offensive line backup, for example, was also acquired under Mayo.
Name:Ben Brown
Position: Interior offensive line
Jersey number: 77

#offensive #england #name

Notre Dame is really stacking the talent along the defensive line with its 2027 football recruiting class. On Thursday, one of the big additions to that group finally made a public announcement. 4-Star defensive lineman Brayden Parks gave his commitment to Marcus Freeman, Charlie Partridge, and Notre Dame via an announcement ceremony on CBS Sports.
The 6'3" 305 pound defensive tackle from Brother Rice High School in Chicago, Illinois, chose the Irish over his other finalist, the Oregon Ducks. Parks also held major offers from all over the country including the Ohio State Buckeyes, Michigan Wolverines, Alabama Crimson Tide, Miami Hurricanes, and many more.
From 247:
-Wide, stout-bodied interior defender who makes life challenging for Middle 3 blockers with his rate of movement off the ball.
-Possesses the rush get-off and skill level to consistently shave edges or pry open rush paths with inside moves.
-Can rip and swipe his way to immediate victories, with an effective hump move sprinkled in.
-Natural leverage advantage simplifies his ability to anchor and root into the ground against downhill run efforts for new lines of scrimmage.
-Power-packed player who doesn't lose steam on his way to the quarterback at various parts of the field.
-Falls shy of positional size thresholds, but has the length to overwrite those shortcomings.
-Looks the part of a productive, multi-year contributor for a Power Four program who specializes in even-front deployments.
From ISD:

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It was a long hunt, but unfortunately, the Oregon Ducks came up just short.
Four-star defensive lineman Brayden Parks announced his commitment on Thursday to Notre Dame, choosing the Irish over the Ducks. Parks was one of the top defensive linemen left on the board in the 2027 recruiting class, and the Ducks made a strong push late for the Chicago star.
Notre Dame was long rumored to be a favorite, but after Parks decided to make the trip to Eugene for his official visit, there was some confidence that the Ducks had made up ground. Parks spoke highly of his visits to Oregon, but his connection to the Irish and the ability to stay close to home was too much to pass up.
Parks stands at 6-foot-3 and 305 pounds and is the No. 24 defensive lineman and No. 199 player nationally in the 2027 class, per 247Sports Composite. He competes for Brother Rice High School in Chicago and is the 10th-ranked player in Illinois.
Oregon still has one of the top classes in the country, but could still use more size along the interior of the defensive line. Four-star Cam Pritchett, the longest-standing recruit in the class, and four-star Zane Rowe are both locked in with the Ducks along the defensive line class and could play inside or on the end. Oregon came up short in pursuit of several elite defensive linemen in the class, including five-star Jalen Brewster and Marcus Fakatou.

#ducks #parks #star #class

The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for Super Bowl defense, which features plenty of new and returning faces within the organization. Several players, coaches, and front-office members are crucial to the team’s success this season.
Every day from now until the start of training camp, we’re counting down our 30 Most Important Eagles for the 2025 season. We’ll recap their 2024 season, look ahead to 2025, and tackle the most significant question facing them this year.
Next up is the highest-paid nose tackle in NFL history.
Jordan Davis ranks No. 19 among the Eagles’ most important players because his power, run defense and interior presence remain vital to Philadelphia’s defensive front.
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The Panthers have played at Bank of America Stadium since 2004 and they will continue playing there for years to come.
The team and the bank announced a multi-year extension of the naming rights agreement on Thursday. That agreement is one of the longest-running naming rights deals in the league and it comes as a significant renovation of the stadium takes place.
Funding for the project was established in 2024 when the city of Charlotte agreed to spend $650 million of the $800 million renovation. On Thursday, the Panthers announced that owner David Tepper will spend an additional $500 million toward the project. Tepper Sports and Entertainment has also agreed to pay for any overages in the now $1.3 billion venture.
"The long-term extension with Bank of America reflects the strength of our partnership and our shared commitment to the Carolinas," Tepper said in a statement. "For over three decades, Bank of America Stadium has helped create lasting memories for our fans and we're excited for them to see what's ahead. Our goal is to create experiences that enhance the passion and energy of the region while transforming this corridor into a weekend destination for world-class sports, entertainment and community events."
In addition to upgrading the stadium, the project will also include the construction of a 4,400-seat entertainment venue. The Panthers will remain at home through the renovation, which will focus on interior work in 2026 before moving on to fan-facing areas in 2027.

#stadium #tepper #project

The Los Angeles Rams have a stellar offense that is being commanded by one of the best quarterbacks in football. Despite their elite scheme and the play of Matthew Stafford, the team still needs playmakers and these three are in position to be that difference.
Here are three Rams who should exceed expectations in 2026, even as high as they might be.
Nacua is already one of the best receivers in football and yet he's still grossly underrated compared to his counterparts. Entering last season, there were some divided opinions about whether he was a top-10 wide receiver. His response was to continuously shine against the top defenses in 2025. Entering 2026, Nacua is considered one of the best but his current career track makes this the season where he goes from being among the NFL's top playmakers to being the best.
With Davante Adams being a year older and the Rams evolving their tight end usage, their only consistent receiving threat is Nacua. Naturally, he will see the majority of targets and with a scheme that can attack a variety of defenses, Nacua is the tip of the spear to the NFL's best passing offense. Even at Pro Bowl status, there's still another level Nacua could reach and 2026 is the perfect opportunity to reach it.
At some point, Trost has to see the field. He's essentially the Rams' main backup lineman. He will likely serve as the swing tackle and could challenge Justin Dedich and Beaux Limmer for the top backup role on the interior.

When the Cincinnati Bengals selected Kris Jenkins Jr. with the 49th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, they weren't simply looking for another rotational defensive tackle. They believed they were drafting the future anchor of their defensive front, a player capable of controlling the line of scrimmage, collapsing the pocket, and helping restore the physical identity that once defined Cincinnati's defense.
Two years later, the flashes have been there, but not the consistency. With all the additions Cincinnati has made along the defensive line, it is now or never for the former Michigan captain.
If Jenkins takes the leap that many young defensive tackles make in Year Three, the Bengals' defense could become dramatically more difficult to run against while finally developing the interior pass rush that has been missing for several seasons. If not, this could be his last season in the Queen City.
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 305 pounds

The Miami Dolphins underwent a major roster overhaul this offseason as the new regime prioritized youth and scheme-fit players. By moving on from veterans with expensive contracts, the front office has successfully addressed long-term salary cap concerns, positioning the team for greater financial flexibility in what will hopefully be a future championship window. For this strategy to succeed, however, the team’s young core must evolve and produce the breakout seasons necessary to turn potential into consistent, competitive performance. Below are some of the so-called defensive “breakout candidates” for this coming season:
Jason Marshall, Jr. (Cornerback): Most of the media and fan focus will be on first-rounder Chris Johnson, but Marshall has shown in offseason camps that he has the talent to start opposite Johnson on opening day. Hopefully, Jason will avoid the injuries that slowed his rookie year and excel in Jeff Hafley’s zone-focused defense.
Chop Robinson (Edge Rusher): Arriving in South Florida as a first-round pick, Chop carried significant expectations. While his performance fluctuated during his rookie campaign, he showed flashes of potential late last season. Following an impressive spring and a transition to a defensive scheme that better aligns with his skill set, the team is optimistic that he will evolve into an every-down playmaker capable of consistently delivering double-digit sacks.
Kenneth Grant (Defensive Tackle): Following a promising rookie season in which he finished strong, the 2025 13th overall pick is expected to build on that momentum and anchor the interior of the defensive line for years to come. The new defensive scheme should better allow him to fill or fire through gaps, rather than more often being fodder for a double team.
Jordan Phillips (Defensive Tackle): Phillips, a 5th-round pick last year, had a solid rookie year as a rotational player, playing all 17 games and recording 34 tackles, including 1 for a loss.

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Ravens fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
The Ravens embraced change this offseason. Since January, Baltimore has a new head coach, new play-callers on both sides of the ball, an entirely rebuilt interior offensive line, and a significantly improved defensive line. And in this week’s Ravens Reacts survey, we want to know which change will make the biggest impact this year! Here’s an argument for each option in the survey:
Jesse Minter: This one is pretty simple. The Chargers fielded a top-10 defense in both of Minter’s years as DC, and putting a top-10 defense opposite a Lamar Jackson-led offense will only lead to success. At a higher level, Minter is preaching accountability and standards as he installs a new culture in Baltimore that will hopefully reverse a trend of blown leads and disappointing playoff losses. This change at the top affects every single part of the team, and it will take a strong effort from Minter to bring the Ravens back to Super Bowl contention right away.
Declan Doyle: On the other side of the ball, the Ravens’ new 29-year-old offensive coordinator will be looking to bring Jackson and Baltimore’s offense to new heights. The two-time MVP is working with a young, innovative offensive mind for the first time in his career, and the results could be explosive. If Doyle can quickly conjure the same success as his mentors Sean Payton and Ben Johnson, the Ravens offense should be among the best in the league and Jackson could take home his third MVP.
Trey Hendrickson: The Ravens made an uncharacteristically aggressive pursuit of elite edge rushing talent this offseason. They nearly sent two first-round picks to the Raiders for Maxx Crosby before pivoting to a four-year, $112 million deal for Hendrickson. The former Bengal is coming off a down year due to injury, but he put up 17.5 sacks in both 2023 and 2024, more than any Raven has logged in a single season. Post-injury and crossing into his 30s, he may not return to those heights, but he could still be the team’s most effective pass rusher in at least a decade.

Jacob Misiorowski won't get to flex on the All-Star Game this year, but that didn't stop him from throwing heat on its red carpet.
For a second year in a row, the Milwaukee Brewers pitcher was suited up by custom menswear designer and stylist Tom Marchitelli, also known online as Gentleman’s Playbook. The three-piece suit − jacket, pants and vest − was in black chevron silk, Marchitelli − whose clients include big-time athletes − showed on Instagram. The blazer was lined with a bright paisley pattern. Misiorowski's dress shirt and pocket square were both white.
Last year, the inside of Miz's jacket was customized with a Lugia Pokémon. This year, his "favorite part" was the photo of his "little puppy," Ember, on the interior pocket, he shared on MLB Network's "All-Star Red Carpet Show."
The red carpet was held at Independence Mall in Philadelphia on the afternoon of July 14 ahead of the ASG at Citizens Bank Park, which starts at 7 p.m. CT.
"Talk about a young man that has this boyish charm, but then you throw an unbelievable suit − I'm sorry − an unbelievable three-piece suit on this young man with boyish charm. And now, all of a sudden, wow, you're a sophisticated man," Greg Amsinger said, welcoming Misiorowski to the "Red Carpet Show."

The Los Angeles Rams made a series of aggressive offseason trades to overhaul their defense, sending multiple first-round picks and rising young edge rusher Jared Verse to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for star pass rusher Myles Garrett, while also acquiring cornerback Trent McDuffie from Kansas City and signing free-agent corner Jaylen Watson.
The moves were clearly a direct response to how the Rams' defense unraveled in the playoffs, and ESPN's Ben Solak explains that the Garrett-for-Verse swap directly targets a finishing problem and opens up new avenues for defensive coordinator Chris Shula in 2026 and beyond.
A wonderful bull rusher, Verse often demolished the pocket and created pressure but was unable to finish his rushes under control. He has a career pressure-to-sack ratio of 8.4%, which is fourth worst among all edges over the past two seasons. Garrett's recent pressure-to-sack ratio was obviously ballooned by his record-setting season, but over his career, he has a 19.3% conversion rate -- more than double that of Verse.
Because Verse was such a wrecking ball, Shula would wisely use him as the crasher on stunts, twists and other defensive line games. With a runway into a tackle, Verse could break pocket integrity and flush out the quarterback, where a waiting looper or blitzer could clean him up. It was Shula's way of converting Verse's pressures into team sacks, as Verse couldn't easily convert them into individual sacks. Cody Alexander of Match Quarters charted stunt rate last year and had the Rams running more defensive line games than any other team in the league by a pretty large margin.
With Garrett, Solak suggests Shula will lean into more straightforward four-man rush opportunities, often overloading the line away from Garrett to isolate him in one-on-one matchups. Still, Shula is expected to retain some stunt packages to maximize interior rushers like Byron Young and Kobie Turner, using Garrett's presence to draw extra blocking attention and open lanes elsewhere on the line.

ESPN surveyed NFL executives, coaches and scouts this offseason to have them rank their top players at each position group across the league.
Leading up to today, ESPN had revealed rankings at running back, cornerback, edge rusher, defensive tackle, tight end, offensive tackle, interior offensive linemen and quarterback (linebacker, wide receiver and safety rankings are coming soon). So far, the Denver Broncos have had five players rank in the top 10 at their respective positions: CB Pat Surtain (No. 1), OLB Nik Bonitto (No. 10), DL Zach Allen (No. 8), OT Garett Bolles (No. 10) and OG Quinn Meinerz (No. 4).
When ESPN surveyed the NFL on top quarterbacks, 20 players received votes. The top 10 were ranked, followed by seven honorable mentions. ESPN then listed three QBs who also received votes: Bo Nix, Daniel Jones and C.J. Stroud.
The list of honorable mentions above Nix included Jalen Hurts, Trevor Lawrence, Baker Mayfield, Jordan Love, Jayden Daniels and Sam Darnold. The list of ranked QBs above Nix included Caleb Williams (No. 10) and Drake Maye (No. 8).
Now entering his third season in the NFL, Nix will look to climb the rankings ahead of 2027.