UFC star Jon Jones posted a video of him killing a pig in 2021 and that led allegedly to a long message from Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton.
Jones was living life after vacating his UFC light heavyweight ***** le at the time — and bulking up to eventually move to heavyweight — when he went on a helicopter ride to shoot at pigs alongside former rangers. Hamilton, who had just won just 7th world championship in Formula 1 months prior, apparently didn't like it.
"I went hunting years ago with bunch of army rangers, and we ended up hunting pigs from a helicopter from using AR-15s," Jones said in an interview with ALF Global. "I was so proud of myself 'cause I killed one of the pigs from the helicopter. My pig was donated to an underprivileged family in the community."
"But Lewis saw me shoot the pig from a helicopter," he continued. "He wrote me a long message saying that I was a coward, and that he thought that I was better than that. He said that the traditional way of killing animals should be with a spear or a bow and arrow. And he was saying like, only a coward would shoot an animal from an helicopter, to give the animal a chance to fight you back, at least."
Jonny Meat on Instagram: "One shot, one kill, lots of bacon. Was an honor hunting with medal of honor recipient @t.payne75 & jeff_cotto mattcronrath operational_defense_institute"

#helicopter #jones #lewis #long

The Las Vegas Raiders did much to improve their roster this offseason. While the Raiders are still a developing team, they addressed areas of need well in preparation for next season.
Sports Illustrated's Eva Geitheim labeled the Raiders as the most improved team of the offseason due to the range of improvements that the team made dating back to last winter.
"The Raiders entered the offseason with more cap ***** e than any other team, and proceeded to use that money wisely by retooling their roster with the additions of Tyler Linderbaum, Quay Walker, Nakobe Dean, Kwity Paye and Jalen Nailor in free agency. Not only did the Raiders turn to the open market to bolster the roster, they changed the coaching staff—highlighted by the addition of Klint Kubiak, fresh off a Super Bowl win as the Seahawks' offensive coordinator—and used the No. 1 pick on Heisman Trophy–winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza."
Other teams around the league, including the Tennessee ***** ans, Cincinnati Bengals and Minnesota Vikings improved their rosters greatly this offseason as well. To the credit of the Raiders though, they made a multitude of moves that gave them the veteran and youthful talent that they need on the offensive line, at quarterback, running back and on defense for next season.
This article originally appeared on Raiders Wire: Are the Raiders the most improved team of the offseason?

#team #need #well #made

MLB insider would be 'shocked' if Giants traded their $313.5 million slugger originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The San Francisco Giants are going to be trade deadline sellers this season, and there are plenty of interesting names worth considering at this year's deadline from the Giants' roster.
Luis Arraez and Robbie Ray are the two headliners as rental options, but Heliot Ramos is another player who could fetch some legitimate trade interest. However, the Giants might also entertain trade offers on some expensive veterans this summer.
For MLB insider Andy McCullough of The Athletic, he would be "shocked" if the Giants traded $313.5 million slugger Rafael Devers at the trade deadline for a simple reason: his contract.
"I would be absolutely shocked - shocked! - if the Giants could move Devers' contract," McCullough writes.

#Giants

Stuttgart centre-back Finn Jeltsch is on ****** nal's radar, with the Gunners considering a move for the defender this summer after he impressed in the Bundesliga last season.
The 20-year-old only joined his current club last year, but he quickly became one of the finest players in the team and secured a regular place in the starting lineup. His performances have attracted attention from some of Europe's biggest clubs.
Jeltsch's mature and impressive displays have convinced ****** nal that he is a player they should not miss out on if an opportunity to sign him becomes available. The Gunners believe he has the potential to continue improving and develop into an even better defender in the future.
Arsenal already has a strong defensive group featuring some of the best players in Europe, but the club is always looking to add more quality options to its squad. Jeltsch has now emerged as a possible target as they look to strengthen their back line.
The defender's ability to perform at a high level despite his age has made him an attractive option. ****** nal believes he could fit well into their system and provide valuable competition within the squad.

#gunners #last #club #squad

A proposal that could reshape the commercial future of the World Cup has sparked fierce opposition from European football's governing bodies, politicians and supporters.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino unveiled plans this week to create a $20 billion (€17.5 billion) company to run the World Cup with private investors, including Joshua Kushner, the brother of Jared Kushner and linked to the Trump family through his sister-in-law Ivanka Trump, the daughter of US President Donald Trump.
The proposed commercial subsidiary, FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), would oversee competitions including the World Cup and Club World Cup, as first reported by_The Times of London_, which football experts say could change the nature of the competition forever.
The plan has sparked backlash from European football fans, politicians and federations, who accuse the move of being a sellout. Infantino has set a September deadline for the proposal, while UEFA vows to sink the plans. Euronews brings you the reaction:
UEFA was among the first organisations to condemn the proposal. European football's governing body made clear that football is not for sale, warning against turning the sport into a commercial ******* et.

#World #fifa #infantino #uefa

Dan Campbell opens up about Lions' 'unfortunate' decision to cut Terrion Arnold after arrest originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Detroit Lions didn't make many moves this offseason, hoping that Year 6 under Dan Campbell will bring even more improvement.
However, if there was one lingering topic from the Lions' summer, it was the release of cornerback Terrion Arnold. The 2024 first-round pick is no longer a member of the team after being released in June following his arrest on felony charges.
On Tuesday, Campbell addressed Arnold's legal situation and departure from the Lions for the first time.
Here's what Campbell said about Arnold's release and the latest on the cornerback's charges.

MORE: Details on why the Lions released Terrion Arnold

#lions #campbell #sporting #release

The Atlanta Braves made the ultra-aggressive move to promote their star infield prospect Tate Southisene to Double-A at the age of 19 after just 104 professional games, but his run with the Clingstones is going to have an unfortunate interruption. In the second inning of his debut on Tuesday night Southisene was hit in the wrist by an errant sinker up-and-in, and while he initially remained in the game to run the bases he was pulled in between innings. The Columbus Clingstones announced that the Braves 2025 first round pick, who received a $2,622,500 signing bonus last summer, would be placed on the injured list, halting his meteoric rise through Atlanta's ranks.
Southisene has been nothing short of phenomenal in his first full season of professional baseball, with a 139 wRC+ split across Single-A Augusta and High-A Rome. He spent most of the season in Single-A, where he hit .297/.429/.500 with eight home runs and 36 stolen bases in 51 games, before what was seen as an aggressive call up to High-A in early June. Southisene took about a series to adjust to High-A pitching before going on a rampage and hitting .272/.393/.456 over his final 30 games in High-A. His power numbers did take a dip, but his ability to work deep counts and recognize the strike zone is years ahead of the typical 19-year-old and that approach is what gave the Braves confidence he could succeed in Double-A. Southisene is starting to get top 100 looks nationally, and though his ultimate defensive home is still up in the air he is seen as one of the best position player prospects in recent seasons for the Braves and a player who projects to being at least a solid major league regular.

#southisene #single #aggressive #professional

Oprah Winfrey is reshaping her nearly two-decade mission in South Africa. After almost 20 years, the media icon is charting a bold new course for one of her proudest endeavors. What began as a single campus is about to grow into something far larger. She says the heart of the mission stays exactly the same.
Oprah Winfrey revealed this week that the school she founded in South Africa nearly two decades ago will wind down. It hands its operations back to local officials, while she pours energy into expanded scholarship efforts for girls.
The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls will end operations in its current form at the close of 2027, with the provincial government taking over the facility from there. "The dream was never simply to build a school. It was to invest in the limitless potential of young women," Winfrey, 72, said in a statement.
She stressed that her purpose "doesn't end with one campus. It continues in every girl whose future can be transformed through education."
The academy will graduate two more classes before the shift. A rep says remaining students will move to other top-tier schools with tuition fully covered through graduation.

#south #africa #campus

Liverpool are preparing a move for Bradley Barcola so we asked if you think the quotation is a fair one. Paris St-Germain value the 23-year-old at around £145m, while the Reds think any deal should be around £100m.
Here are some of your comments:
John: Truly flabbergasted at his price. Not denying his quality and potential but when you hear Vinicius Jr is valued at £137m you have to give your head a scratch.
Lee: He's proved his worth. A big signing for the new manager makes sense, get the season started with a buzz. Realistically we still need to look at the back four conundrum though.
Kate: I think its scandalous the amount of money paid for these players! It's going up and up. If you want the best around then they know you'll pay but look what happened last season. I'm on the fence here, I do want Barcola but at that price, I think we should invest in quality, experienced defenders instead. We don't want a weak backline. Iraola knows how to get the best out of what we've got. We need defenders.

#around #quality #need

Browns' $110 million contract signings don't make sense after Myles Garrett trade originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Cleveland Browns traded away Myles Garrett for Jared Verse and draft picks, and it will take years to know how good of a move that was.
The Browns' contract decisions since, though, feel like they're coming from an opposite line of thinking, though, which doesn't make a lot of sense.
Cleveland has given contract extensions to defensive backs Denzel Ward and Grant Delpit this week:
MORE: Could Jake Paul really play in the NFL?

#though

Bruno Guimaraes might be closer to a move to **** nal than many expected, as the Gunners continue to push to sign him from Newcastle United this summer.
The Magpies do not want to lose their captain, but at 28, Guimaraes may find it difficult to turn down an opportunity to join a major club like **** nal. The midfielder has reportedly asked Newcastle to allow him to leave as he looks for a new challenge.
Newcastle remains reluctant to sell one of their most important players, but a deal could still be possible if **** nal submits an offer that is too good to reject during this transfer window.
Guimaraes has been in excellent form and has established himself as one of the top midfielders in the world. **** nal believes he can make their squad even stronger and provide the quality needed to compete at the highest level.
The Brazilian also impressed during the World Cup, showing his ability on the international stage. His performances have reinforced the belief that he would be a major addition for the Gunners if they can complete a transfer.

#united

The San Francisco 49ers had a few players go down with injuries early on in training camp, and now they've decided to move on from Andrew Farmer II and William Bradley-King to make room for linebacker Quinton Bell and defensive end K.J. Henry.
Farmer played at Lane from 2018-22. After going undrafted in 2023, he's spent one season with the Los Angeles Chargers, one with the Denver Broncos and one with the 49ers. Over his three years in the league, he's appeared in eight games and recorded three tackles. The 26-year-old suffered a back injury on Sunday.
Bradley-King played at Arkansas State from 2016-19, earning All-Sun Belt honors twice, before transferring to Baylor for one final season. He went in the seventh round (No. 240 overall) of the 2021 NFL draft, and spent time with the Washington Commanders, New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins before joining the 49ers last year. He's appeared in four games and recorded seven tackles and a half-sack over the last five years in the league. The 28-year-old was injured Monday.
If both players going unclaimed on waivers, they would revert back to San Francisco's injured reserve, ending their season. They'd only be able to return in 2026 if they come to an injury settlement with the team at some point.
More 49ers: Brandon Aiyuk takes apparent shot at Kyle Shanahan after car accident

#bradley

The Federal Reserve's two-day policy meeting concludes on Wednesday with an interest rate decision at 2:00 p.m. ET. The Fed's next move — to hold or hike — remains a close call.
Markets expect the central bank to keep interest rates unchanged, but inflationary pressures arising from the war in Iran and AI bottlenecks could prompt officials to opt for a surprise hike. Bond traders placed 64.2% odds that the Fed will hold rates steady and 35.8% odds that it will hike, according to the CME Group's FedWatch on Tuesday morning.
The Fed's decision is opaque not only due to the balance of economic forces; it's also by design. As new Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh reforms the institution, he's looking to bring the Fed back to an era of less communication with markets on the path of policy.
Warsh has repeatedly said he wants a "good family fight" at Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meetings. He's likely to get that, as officials remain divided on whether to hike interest rates this year.
If the Fed opts to raise interest rates today, it will likely be for two reasons: energy inflation stemming from the war in Iran coupled with the fact that inflation has remained stubbornly above the Fed's 2% goal for over five years.

#warsh

Every year I take a look at who I think will be the top players on Boise State's football team. With so many unproven players, coming up with this season's list was a bit tougher than previous years. This team's squad is definitely more proven on the offensive side of the ball and that is reflected in our list. Last week, we continued our countdown by taking a look at a veteran defensive back. This week, we move back to the offensive side of the ball with a senior quarterback that has a lot to prove. Coming in at number four we have…
Maddux Madsen
The most polarizing player on Boise State's roster is almost always a quarterback and this season is no exception. Senior quarterback Maddux Madsen is entering his third full season as the starting quarterback and will look to win over a fan base that has mixed feelings about him. Madsen's sophomore season was a success, as he played a key role in helping the Broncos reach the College Football Playoff. Madsen's junior season was a bit of a roller coaster. He battled a lower leg injury for much of the season and was sidelined for two games after leaving with that same injury against Fresno State. Madsen returned in the Mountain West Championship and had his best game of the year in a victory over UNLV where he passed for 289 yards and three touchdowns.
Madsen enters his senior season with the lofty expectations that come with being Boise State's quarterback. The expectations with this group are a conference championship and an appearance in the College Football Playoff. In order to do so, Madsen will need to stay healthy and show more poise in the pocket. Last season, Madsen was hesitant to tuck the ball and run. Now that he's healthy, will he be more willing to use his legs? If this team meets its goals, it will be because Madsen has the best season of his career.
Countdown so far:

#madsen #Football #last

What do you think of the fit? ***** istant coach #1 : "I don't question anything about LeBron, and if he can lift the ceiling. I just question how quickly the coaches and the players are going to be able to figure this out. Jaylen has been in one place his whole career. Just trying to fit him in is going to be hard. This is a new experience for him. Sometimes, it's not as easy as it seems to go out there and play basketball. I just think they're going to have a lot to figure out. Embiid can't move. He's slow. He doesn't play every game. He struggles to get up and down the floor. LeBron is older, too. Then you have two little speed guards. It's a lot in the recipe. You throw it in the pot. That's a lot to figure out. It's hard coaching talent in the NBA, anyways. It's such a delicate balance. Doing that on that scale and that level of attention and expectations, it's a gift and a curse. I'm happy for Nick Nurse. At the same time, I'm scared for his health."
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: "I don't question anything about LeBron, and if he can …

#figure #anything #hard

What was your reaction to James joining the Sixers? **** istant coach #1 : "I'm shocked. He's already experienced teaming up with talent before. But it's a real risky move as far as trying to get Maxey, Edgecombe, Jaylen Brown, Embiid and himself to co-exist and be on the same page. This isn't fantasy basketball. It's not that easy. He knows that." **** istant coach #2 : "I don't think their championship fortunes change just because they got LeBron. They already had a solid team. But getting LeBron probably helps them more with motivating other people on the team by example. But as far as the team itself before he went there, they were still in good shape to be a solid team. I don't know if they were a championship team. And I don't know still if they're a championship team with LeBron."
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: "I'm shocked. He's already experienced teaming up with …

#already

Although training camp is back and the New Orleans Saints are finally on the field again, the business side of football always tends to creep in. While most were worried about rookie Jordyn Tyson's availability for drills, which turned out to be full participation, maybe some attention should have been put on Chris Olave's contract.
Yesterday, in Saints General manager Mickey Loomis' press conference with Saints media, he spoke on the contract talks and had nothing negative to say. Olave was good to go for training camp, and his presence was never in question, but on the first day, he did sit out team drills due to the contract situation.
Contract situations like these can often cause issues, but this one may be different. While other players around the NFL are fully sitting out, Olave just chose not to participate in team drills. This is similar to what Alvin Kamara did a few years ago when he was looking for a new contract, and it never caused issues. Instead of holding out, Olave is holding in, so he is still a participant, just not fully.
This move puts just enough pressure on the front office to get this deal done quickly, and with what Loomis said about those negotiations, that should come sooner rather than later.

#contract

PSG remains keen to keep Bradley Barcola this summer despite the player's reported interest in leaving the club, and the French champions are expected to discourage the ******* nal target from seeking a move when he returns to training.
Barcola is believed to be looking for a new challenge after winning back-to-back Champions League ******* les with PSG, even though he has found it more difficult to secure a regular place in the starting line-up. His situation has attracted interest from several clubs ahead of the new season.
The winger showed at the World Cup that he can perform at the highest level when he is given regular playing time, and ******* nal is eager to sign him during this transfer window. The Gunners believe he would strengthen their attacking options and add further quality to the squad.
However, PSG is unwilling to let Barcola leave without a fight and is determined to persuade him to remain at the club for at least another season. That stance could make it difficult for ******* nal to complete a deal despite its strong interest.
Liverpool is also in the race for the winger, increasing the competition for his signature. Even so, PSG's determination to keep the player may prove to be the biggest obstacle for any club hoping to secure his services this summer.

#arsenal #interest #even

Kasper Hogh, Celtic FC. Photo Celtic FC
The Denmark international completed his move to the Scottish champions from Bodo/Glimt, becoming one of Celtic's most expensive ever signings.
Under football's solidarity payment system, several of the striker's former clubs are entitled to a share of the fee in recognition of their role in his development.
That includes Danish fifth-tier outfit Vorup FB, where Hogh spent nine years as a youngster before continuing his career with hometown side Randers.
Vorup are now set to collect around £57,000 from the transfer, with the club planning to reinvest the money into its youth and grassroots setup.

#denmark

FRISCO, Texas — Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager hit a solo homer and made a nifty defensive play in a rehab appearance for Double-A Frisco after being sidelined all this month because of lower back inflammation.
Seager is on the injured list for the third time this season, and has missed 52 games for Texas — one more than he has played for the AL West-leading Rangers. They are 24-28 without the two-time World Series MVP.
Seager went 1 for 2 with a walk and a strikeout against Corpus Christi, homering in the fifth before being replaced in the field after that inning. The top of the third ended when the shortstop made a backhanded stop in the hole and made a strong throw to first for the out.
His last game had been June 30 at Toronto, when he was removed in the first inning because of back discomfort. The rehab appearance came after Seager took live batting practice the previous two days before Rangers home games.
It wasn't immediately clear when he would rejoin the big league club.

#texas

Generosity is one of the few money decisions most people make without running the math first. You write the check because something moved you, and the arithmetic shows up later, if it shows up at all.
The ritual is familiar enough to be invisible. A donation goes out in December. A receipt comes back in January. The number lands on a tax return in April and then disappears into a filing cabinet until the next holiday season.
Nobody checks the second half of the trip. Where the money actually went after it left the account, who controlled it once it got there, and whether the group that cashed the check was the same group doing the work.
That is a lot of trust to extend to a form letter. Americans extended $617.20 billion in giving in 2025, the first year the total giving cleared $600 billion, according to Giving USA.
Washington has decided to start checking. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent threw his weight behind a package of nonprofit disclosure bills last week, and the timing lands on the charitable deduction at the exact moment millions more filers are about to claim one.

#giving #shows #group #billion

Teenage forward Luca Williams-Barnett stole the show in Tottenham's 4-2 penalty shootout win over Sydney FC in a sign of how the club have changed.
The 17-year-old, who started the second half on the left but moved into his favoured attacking midfield position, opted for the first penalty and nonchalantly chipped a panenka down the middle.
It preceded a shootout in which Sydney FC duo Joe Lacey and Alexander Popovic hit the post and had a penalty saved by goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, with Sandro Tonali, debutant Andrew Robertson and Dane Scarlett all scoring to secure victory after a 1-1 draw.
Williams-Barnett stole the show to such an extent that his manager Roberto De Zerbi was describing him as a "precious diamond" after the match.
He added: "We have to work on him in the final third and he must work hard on his physicality. I've worked with a lot of young players in my time and he's a potentially special player."

#show #luca

A new era for the Cymru Premier – Welsh football's domestic top-flight – begins on Friday evening when the 2026-27 season kicks off.
The league, formed in 1992, has undergone a major relaunch with the number of clubs rising from 12 to 16 next season.
Games will be played predominantly on Friday evenings, a move which the Football ******* ociation of Wales hope will drive attendances.
The expansion of the league saw six clubs promoted from the second tier last season, up from the usual two.
The three clubs from the Cymru North – Llandudno, Airbus UK and Holywell Town – have all appeared in the top-flight before.

#clubs #cymru #flight #league

DeVonta Smith has never hidden his loyalty to the Boston Celtics, but even the Philadelphia Eagles' star wide receiver can appreciate what the 76ers are attempting to build. Smith was asked Wednesday about the Sixers trading for Jaylen Brown and signing LeBron James, two moves that significantly altered the balance of power in the Eastern Conference.
"Looks like the Sixers are trying to go win one," Smith said. "Can't be mad at that."
Smith grew up supporting the Celtics in Amite, Louisiana, and has maintained that allegiance throughout his career with the Eagles. He attended Boston's NBA Finals games and predicted the Celtics would defeat Philadelphia during the teams' recent playoff series. Brown's departure from Boston and arrival in Philadelphia creates an unusual conflict for Smith. The four-time All-Star spent the first 10 seasons of his career with the Celtics before being traded to the Sixers in a package centered around Paul George and draft compensation.
Philadelphia followed that deal by signing James to a two-year contract. James, 41, is entering his 24th NBA season and will pursue the fifth championship of his career alongside Brown, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe.
Philadelphia has not won an NBA championship since 1983 or reached the Eastern Conference finals since 2001. Injuries, postseason disappointments and roster turnover have repeatedly prevented the franchise from advancing beyond the second round. Adding Brown and James eliminates any ambiguity about the organization's current timeline. The Sixers are prioritizing an immediate championship run and accepting the financial and roster risks that accompany it.

#smith #sixers

Liverpool have stepped up their interest in Paris St-Germain's Bradley Barcola and are preparing an opening bid.
Barcola, 23, has been identified as the primary option for Liverpool as they look to replace Mohamed Salah, who left at the end of last season.
The France winger is valued by PSG at around £145m. Such a fee would break the British transfer record but those at Anfield are keen on striking a deal closer to the £100m mark.
Barcola has two years left on his contract but is understood to be keen on a move to the Reds and a new challenge after falling down the pecking order at PSG.
Liverpool had initially wanted Yan Diomande but the RB Leipzig winger is now set to join Real Madrid.

#left #Paris #mohamed #salah

What happened: Semiconductor stocks declined on Wednesday as a record profit from memory maker SK Hynix (000660.KS, SKHY) failed to lift the sector, further unwinding the AI trade.
The PHLX Semiconductor Index (^SOX) fell more than 3%, extending losses from the prior session. AI chip heavyweight Nvidia (NVDA) stock dropped more than 2% while peer AMD (AMD) fell roughly 5%.
Memory and storage makers Micron (MU) and Sandisk (SNDK) dropped 5% and 7%, respectively.
What's behind the move: SK Hynix reported a record second quarter operating profit, which rose 557% from a year earlier but fell short of lofty expectations, fueling investor concerns about whether AI-related spending can sustain its rapid pace.
The earnings miss reflected a less favorable product mix rather than weakening demand for AI memory chips. Management reiterated that demand is expected to outpace supply through 2030.

#semiconductor

Roberto De Zerbi has told Lucas Bergvall he must show the "right spirit" if he wants to stay at Tottenham amid speculation linking the midfielder with a move away from the club.
The uncertainty comes after Bergvall made his first pre-season start in Spurs' 1-1 draw with Sydney FC on Wednesday.
The 20-year-old endured a challenging 2025-26 campaign, making only 17 starts and frequently playing out of his preferred position. This summer has seen further competition arrive in the centre of midfield with the big-money signings of Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes.
It is understood that bids from Nottingham Forest and Newcastle for Bergvall this month have been rejected. However, the midfielder could still depart Tottenham before the transfer window closes, driven by his desire for regular first-team football in the upcoming season.
Despite De Zerbi speaking positively about the Swedish international staying at Spurs after the Sydney draw, an element of the unknown persists regarding immediate plans for Bergvall.

#TOTTENHAM

For much of the past decade, the New York Jets operated with a familiar sense of urgency. Every offseason seemed to feature another move designed to accelerate the rebuild.
A high-profile free agent... A blockbuster trade... A veteran expected to solve a lingering problem overnight... The philosophy often centered on finding the missing piece that would finally push the franchise into contention.
Sometimes those moves generated optimism. Too often, they failed to produce lasting results. Now, however, the Jets appear to be taking a different approach, one that prioritizes patience, player development and sustainable roster building over short-term fixes.
Aaron Glenn inherited a roster with talent, but also one that needed a clearer long-term direction. Rather than relying on aging veterans to carry the franchise, the Jets have **** embled one of the NFL's more intriguing young cores.
Garrett Wilson has already established himself as one of the league's top receivers. First-round pick Omar Cooper Jr. and Kenyon Sadiq, bring additional offensive firepower, while last year's addition, Adonai Mitchell, enters the season with an opportunity to become a dependable complement to Wilson after flashing promise in 2025.

#franchise #term #aaron

Heat predicted to flip Andrew Wiggins for $411M former MVP, 3-time scoring champion in mega deal originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Miami Heat have been aggressive this offseason, especially early in free agency. Miami is coming off a disappointing season after failing to advance out of the Play-In Tournament.
The Heat made one of the biggest moves of the summer when they traded for former Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo.
"The Milwaukee Bucks are trading franchise icon Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat for Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, three first-round picks (including No. 13 in Tuesday's NBA draft), one pick swap and one second-round pick, sources told ESPN," ESPN's Shams Charania wrote.
Miami also pursued LeBron James, but that effort ultimately fell short. The Heat have since shifted their focus toward adding more shooting.

#round

FIFA sparked controversy on Tuesday by announcing its intention to open the door to private investment in its commercial division, particularly in relation to broadcasting and advertising around the World Cup. UEFA had already opposed the move, but on Wednesday it renewed its attack.
"Today we have learned of FIFA's deadline to ******* ociations to support their proposals or have the one-off payout offer withdrawn. This says everything you need to know about this plan," a statement from the governing body read today.
"But having held discussions with many stakeholders across the game, UEFA knows there is significant and growing opposition to FIFA's scheme. FIFA cannot continue to use our sport to enrich themselves and their friends. We can grow the game correctly. It's time to prioritise ******* ociations, clubs, leagues, players and fans."
What is at stake
In an official statement sent to newsrooms, FIFA explained that it intends to "increase funding for football development to more than $10 billion (US dollars), subject to approval by FIFA's Member ******* ociations (MAs)."

#statement #game