On September 3, 2026, lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) reported second-quarter fiscal 2026 results for the period ended August 2, 2026. Net revenue fell 4% to $2.4 billion, missing the $2.46 billion ****** ysts expected, and comparable sales dropped 10% on a constant dollar basis. Management cut full-year revenue guidance to a decline of 5% to 7%, down from a prior forecast of flat to down 1%, and lowered full-year earnings per share guidance to $9.48 to $9.73 from its prior forecast of $10.95 to $11.15, compared with $13.26 earned in fiscal 2025. Shares fell about 18% in extended trading. Incoming CEO Heidi O'Neill was set to start the following week.
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Citi's cut to $117 from $130 came with a Neutral rating and the observation that the stock's risk-reward is "slightly more favorable" after the selloff, even though the firm called fiscal 2027 visibility "very unclear." The operational bright spots are real.
lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) increased its chase volume, the supply chain capability that lets it reorder fast-moving styles quickly, by about 20% this year, and away-from-body styles including the Groove Wide-Leg, Align Foldover Jogger, Breezily, and an updated Dance Studio Pant are trending well as shoppers shift from tight-fitting leggings. The brand's community pull held up too.
The SeaWheeze Half Marathon and Festival returned in August for the first time since 2019, drawing nearly 10,000 runners from 24 countries and roughly 14,000 festival attendees, while more than 85,000 people from 120 countries joined the companion Strava challenge, strong enough that Lululemon already committed to bringing the event back next summer. Rest of World revenue, spanning EMEA and APAC, grew 5% on a reported basis, and the company ended the quarter with $1.4 billion in cash and no outstanding borrowings.

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On August 20, Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE:RCL) said it had completed a sale of $1.25 billion of notes that carry a 5.55% coupon and come due on January 20, 2034. The money is earmarked first for floating-rate term loans, with anything left over used to repay or refinance other debt, and the offering rode on a shelf registration filed on February 29, 2024. That sounds like routine upkeep. But next to an earnings beat and a flat third-quarter pricing outlook, the deal gives you a handy lens on where the company stands.
Start with the debt itself. Swapping floating-rate borrowings for notes with a stated 5.550% coupon takes some interest-rate guesswork out of the picture, and the notes don't mature until January 20, 2034. That matters because $2.7 billion comes due in 2027 and $3.4 billion in 2028. Against those bills, the company held $6.9 billion of liquidity as of June 30, and it added $250 million to its revolving credit line in July.
The business generating the cash is running well. On July 28, Royal Caribbean reported second-quarter adjusted earnings of $4.21 per share, ahead of its own guidance on stronger last-minute demand, lower costs, and better results from joint ventures. Management then raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to a range of $17.73 to $17.87, which implies 14% growth. It also kept returning cash to shareholders in the second quarter, through $404 million of dividends and $199 million of buybacks. Booking volumes are running above last year, and 2027 bookings are tracking ahead of past years, even on routes that geopolitical events hit in 2026.
Beat or not, that $4.21 is still below the $4.38 from the same quarter in 2025. Costs excluding fuel per passenger cruise day rose 4.4%, and the cost beat came largely from the timing of expenses. Then there is pricing, where the story gets less rosy. Third-quarter net yields are guided to roughly flat against 2025 while capacity grows 8.5%, so the expected 8% revenue growth comes from more capacity, not from better yields. Management also says prolonged geopolitical activity has dented bookings on select itineraries. It calls the hit modest, but it is now built into guidance.
The refinancing also doesn't shrink the debt pile. New notes pay off old borrowings, so the total owed stays roughly where it was, and the company still expects net interest of $980 million to $990 million this year. Add roughly $4.7 billion of capital spending in 2026, mostly for new ships and destination projects, and it is clear this business needs a steady supply of capital. The April ship orders, Icon VI and Icon VII, extend that appetite, though their financing is already committed.

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The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:HAIN) announced on September 14 that it agreed to sell most international operations to AURELIUS for estimated cash consideration of $323 million. Expected net proceeds of $305 million to $310 million would repay debt and leave a business concentrated in North America.
The immediate hurdle is financing. The agreement, signed September 12, requires a credit-agreement amendment by October 12 extending the December 22, 2026 maturity by at least nine months. AURELIUS can terminate if that amendment is not secured by the deadline.
The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:HAIN) expects closing in its fiscal second quarter ending December 31, subject to lender agreement and regulatory approvals. The dollar consideration estimates also depend on exchange rates because the purchase price is denominated in sterling.
The transaction could materially reduce the debt burden. The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:HAIN) reported $558 million of total debt as of June 30. Subtracting the estimated net proceeds implies approximately $248 million to $253 million remaining, a calculation using rounded figures before subsequent borrowings, repayments, or other changes.
That reduction could lower interest expense and give management more room to stabilize the retained brands. The remaining portfolio includes Celestial Seasonings tea, The Greek Gods yogurt and Earth's Best baby and kids foods.

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On September 1, Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY) completed its £850 million acquisition of UK-based AMS, from OMERS Private Equity. The deal combines two well-reputed brands, resulting in a highly well-rounded solutions provider and a leading business within the global talent and organizational consulting **** e. It offers a broader market reach to Korn Ferry, along with more extensive coverage spanning several new industries.
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AMS acquisition extends Korn Ferry's existing growth trajectory, which was highlighted in the company's recently announced first quarter results. It was the sixth back-to-back quarter of topline growth, which augments the durability of Korn Ferry's fundamental business model. The company also delivered a 9% growth in its adjusted diluted EPS of $1.43, relative to the same period last year.
The AMS deal results in several strategic benefits for Korn Ferry. Based on its long-standing client relationships, AMS offers robust operational strength, along with prospects of consistent, recurring income. Such relationships also enable the company to deliver technology-led solutions at scale.
Financing of this transaction involved a mix of existing cash, share issuance and borrowings. At closing, Korn Ferry paid approximately £473 million and $326 million in cash, covering consideration to the sellers, repayment of AMS indebtedness and other transaction obligations, and issued 3,118,628 Korn Ferry shares to the sellers.

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Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) recently issued its second guidance cut of the year, and investors responded immediately by sending shares down roughly 18%. That selloff came despite an EPS beat, but the headline result was heavily supported by a tariff refund rather than underlying business strength. Brand sentiment, traffic, and leggings sales are all weakening across the company's two largest markets. The key issue for investors is no longer whether the quarter was weak, but whether the stock's low valuation and new CEO can provide the catalyst for a meaningful recovery.
Lululemon shares dropped 18% after the company lowered its full-year guidance for the second time this year. Revenue is now projected to range from $10.35 billion to $10.5 billion, while EPS guidance was reduced to $9.48 to $9.73. Both represent sharp reductions from its earlier guidance ranges. Second-quarter revenue was particularly weak, falling 4% to $2.4 billion and coming in below consensus estimates, while comparable sales dropped 9%, or 10% on a constant-dollar basis. According to the company, negative commentary had affected traffic in both the U.S. and China, while leggings sales slowed more than expected. Although reported EPS beat estimates, nearly all of that upside came from an $0.86 per share tariff refund. For the third quarter, management expects revenue to decline another 10% to 11%.
Lululemon still has several financial advantages that could support the business through its current slowdown. The company has no outstanding borrowings and maintains $1.4 billion in cash. First-half operating cash flow climbed to $589 million, more than double the prior year. Inventory per unit also declined roughly 7% year over year, reducing the risk of a margin-damaging clearance event. Meanwhile, shares have fallen over 50% year-to-date and now trade at a historically depressed valuation, potentially creating an out-of-favor-setup for investors. At the same time, management continued its buyback program, repurchasing $330 million worth of shares during the quarter.
The weakness in traffic and leggings sales cannot be ignored, and both remain serious concerns. However, the company has a debt-free balance sheet, stronger cash generation, and a valuation that already reflects much of the recent bad news. That gives Lululemon room to prove that its current struggles are mainly execution-related rather than signs of a structural decline.

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First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ:FCNCA), through its First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company subsidiary, completed the acquisition of 138 BMO Bank N.A. branches on September 4. The locations span 11 states across the Midwest, Great Plains and West.
The completion announcement did not disclose final transferred balances. At the announcement, First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ:FCNCA) expected to ****** ume approximately $5.7 billion of deposits and acquire $1.1 billion of loans. Its July 2026 update lowered those estimates to $5.3 billion and $700 million, respectively. Both estimates imply roughly $4.6 billion of net liquidity. That difference represents funding capacity, not transaction income, and remains subject to final balances and acquisition accounting.
The deposit franchise could be the transaction's most valuable ****** et. At announcement, the acquired deposits carried a weighted average rate of 1.43%, with 21% in noninterest-bearing demand accounts. First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ:FCNCA) reported a 2.07% average total deposit cost in the second quarter of 2026. Retaining the acquired accounts near their original pricing could lower the consolidated funding cost.
The 138 branches also establish or deepen a presence across 11 states. The original transaction presentation identified approximately $1.0 billion of wealth ****** ets under management, creating opportunities to cross-sell commercial lending, treasury services, and wealth products. Retaining branch personnel could help preserve local relationships.
First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ:FCNCA) can deploy the surplus funding in several ways. As of June 30, 2026, the company held $151.03 billion of loans and $32.19 billion of borrowings, including a $28.42 billion purchase money note owed to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. The acquired liquidity could support loan growth, replace more expensive funding, or be invested in securities. The original presentation projected immediate earnings-per-share accretion and an approximately 27-basis-point reduction in the Common Equity Tier 1 capital ratio.

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Multi-hyphenate comedian, actor and content creator Aaron Branch has big dreams and big ideas. Good thing he has all that storage ******* e upstairs.
Today marks the beginning of Branch's latest stand-up campaign, the Forehead Tour XXL, in Chandler, Arizona. It's been a busy year for the Kevin Langue Show star – this is his second stand-up tour supported by two self-produced comedy specials just in 2026 – but artists with big ambitions don't slow down when their followings are growing even larger than their foreheads.
Most comedy fans who know Branch have seen him on the Rob Lowe comedy series Unstable or dead-center in the eye of the storm on The Kevin Langue Show, a massively popular and mostly improvised YouTube series that combines game show elements with unbridled comedy chaos. Langue just inked a deal to bring his gonzo social experiments to Netflix late last month, and the Kevin Langue Show's massive 5.5-million subscriber count forms a huge part of Branch's own fandom.
But in his solo career, Aaron has branched out into music, long-form sketch comedy and some deeply personal stand-up performances, such as his latest comedy special, The Birth of a Forehead. A fifteen-year comedy veteran, Branch now finds his career expanding in all directions, but, much like his forehead, his body of work can always get bigger.
Shortly before the start of his current tour, Branch spoke with Cracked about his approach to stand-up, his experiences on The Kevin Langue Show and the future of his "forehead-maxxing" journey:

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Christy Knowings died from cardiac arrest brought on by complications from asthma, according to a newly obtained death certificate. The former All That star died August 11 at a Los Angeles hospital, four days after a severe asthma attack reportedly left her with brain damage. She was 46.
The document, obtained by People on Sept. 2, identifies cardiac arrest as Knowings' immediate cause of death. Acute hypoxic respiratory failure—a life-threatening condition caused by insufficient oxygen—and status asthmaticus were listed among the conditions that led to her death. Asthma was named as the underlying cause.
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A family member previously said that Knowings was hospitalized after suffering the asthma attack on August 7 and placed on life support. Her family made the decision to remove her from life support on August 11, and she died later that day.
A GoFundMe was established to help her parents cover mortuary and funeral costs. Knowings was remembered as "a compassionate, bright light whose warmth, kindness, and humor touched every life she encountered."

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On August 21, Kurt Yinger from DA Davidson initiated his coverage of Everus Construction Group Inc. (NYSE:ECG) with a $168 target price and an upside potential of more than 43%, as of September 4 closing. The **** yst **** igned a Buy rating to the stock based on a highly compelling story that revolves around recent accretive acquisitions, expanding profit margins, lucrative project backlog, and strong order bookings. Kurt anticipated the $295 million Epsilon acquisition to bolster the existing forecasts. Let's explore what fuels this bullish narrative around this specialty contractor.
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Everus finalized its $295 million cash acquisition of Epsilon Industries on September 1. Epsilon is an established designer and manufacturer of mechanical and electrical building infrastructure systems. The transaction was financed using a mix of cash on hand and borrowings under the company's existing credit facilities.
The deal expands Everus' prefabrication and modular construction capabilities, enabling it to cater to high-demand sectors through custom fabrication, design-assist and turnkey installation solutions. These sectors include data centers, advanced manufacturing, and healthcare. Epsilon's numerous strategic centers in the U.S. and Canada will contribute to Everus' nationwide distribution network and augment its current geographic presence within priority growth markets.
By integrating Epsilon's workforce and technical expertise, Everus is well-positioned to meet the increased customer demand, penetrate key end-markets and capitalize on favorable industry trends. With this the company will ultimately reinforce its competitive edge and long-term growth trajectory within the construction sector.

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On September 1, Everus Construction Group (NYSE:ECG) completed a $295 million cash acquisition of Epsilon Industries, a maker of prefabricated mechanical and electrical systems with plants scattered across the US and Canada. Everus first disclosed the deal on July 31, and the closing lands only a month after the company posted a quarter in which revenue jumped by more than a third. Epsilon's off-site fabrication lines give Everus a faster way to build the data centers, factories, and hospitals reshaping its backlog.
Everus grew into this deal from a position of strength. Second quarter revenue climbed 33.7% to $1.23 billion, and diluted earnings per share rose 59.2% to $1.64, numbers that reflect more than accounting leverage. Backlog reached $4.55 billion, up 41% from the end of 2025 and up 52.8% from a year earlier, driven largely by the electrical and mechanical segment, where revenue rose 41.6%, and EBITDA jumped 71.6%. That segment's backlog alone hit $4.16 billion, fueled by project bookings that topped $2 billion in the quarter across data center, hospitality, and high-tech work.
Epsilon slots directly into that momentum. Its modular capabilities are meant to extend Everus's geographic reach and deepen its footprint in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and data center work, the same markets already driving backlog higher. Keeping Epsilon's president, Chris Wiederick, and its existing leadership in place suggests Everus wants continuity rather than a disruptive overhaul. Management raised full-year guidance to $4.5 billion to $4.7 billion in revenue and $410 million to $425 million in EBITDA even before folding in Epsilon's contribution, which it plans to detail during third-quarter earnings.
The growth comes with strings attached. Everus paid for Epsilon with cash on hand plus new borrowings under its credit facilities, its second acquisition this year after buying SE&M Constructors in the second quarter. Running two integrations at once raises the odds that something slips, whether in cost synergies or in the customer relationships that made both targets attractive in the first place. Net leverage stood at a modest 0.3x as of June 30, but that figure predates the Epsilon borrowings, so the real post-deal leverage is not yet known.
Not every part of the business is firing evenly, either. Transmission and distribution revenue grew only 7.1% in the quarter, and its backlog of $388.4 million actually sat below the $410.1 million reported a year earlier, even as the electrical and mechanical segment surged. That leaves Everus increasingly dependent on data center and commercial construction spending staying strong, a concentration that could cut the other way if that end market cools. And with the full financial impact of Epsilon not landing in guidance until third quarter results, investors are being asked to price in a deal whose numbers are still incomplete.

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Tilly's delivered strong fiscal Q2 results: Net sales rose 8.1% to $163.5 million, comparable sales increased 12.1% for the third consecutive quarter, and net income climbed to $8.4 million from $3.2 million.
Profitability and liquidity improved: Gross margin expanded 300 basis points to 35.5% as inventory became more current, while cash and investments increased to $62.2 million and the company carried no borrowings.
Momentum continued into the third quarter: August comparable sales rose 14.6%, and management expects Q3 comparable sales growth of 10%–14%, with net income forecast at $2.2 million–$3.7 million.
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Christy Knowings' cause of death has been revealed.
The actor and comedian, who was 46, died from a cardiac arrest on 11 August.
The former Nickelodeon star's death certificate, obtained by People magazine on Wednesday, lists acute hypoxic respiratory failure and status asthmaticus as conditions leading to her death, with asthma being the underlying cause.
TMZ had previously reported that the actor suffered a severe asthma attack and was placed on life support at a hospital in Los Angeles. According to the outlet, Knowings was left with brain damage from the medical event and later passed away.
Knowings appeared on the Nickelodeon sketch series All That for three seasons, from 1997 to 2000. Saturday Night Live star Kenan Thompson led the tributes to his erstwhile co-star.
"Man this one hit hard! Rest well Christy! Never could have imagined this day! Sending so much love to her family!" he wrote. "She was a real one and one of the funniest people out here! Gonna miss you buddy."

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The cause of death for "All That" child actress Christy Knowings has been released weeks she died at 46.
Knowings died Aug. 11, four days after she was admitted to a hospital, according to a death certificate obtained by People on Sept. 2. Her cause of death was reportedly cardiac arrest, with acute hypoxic respiratory failure and status asthmaticus, or severe asthma, listed as contributing conditions.
Respiratory failure occurs when the blood doesn't have enough oxygen or or there is too much carbon dioxide present, according to the National Library of Medicine's MedlinePlus.
"Christy was a multi-talented lady," her manager, Al Hill, told Variety in an Aug. 13 statement. "Whether it was singing, acting, dancing, she was always creating. Always professional and dedicated to her work."
A relative of Knowings previously told TMZ that the actress was hospitalized following an asthma attack on Friday, Aug. 7, and put on life support.

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Christy Knowings, an actress best known for being a cast member on "All That," died at the age of 46 from cardiac arrest, according to her death certificate.
Per People, who obtained the document and first reported the news, Knowings' death followed acute hypoxic respiratory failure and status asthmaticus, with asthma being noted as an underlying cause.
This update comes nearly three weeks after a family member shared with TMZ that Knowings, who also appeared on "Sesame Street" opposite her twin brother, actor Chris Knowings, died after suffering from an asthma attack on Aug. 7 that resulted in brain damage.
It's said Knowings was hospitalized and put on life support following the health incident. She died on the evening of Aug. 11 after being taken off life support.
Following the news of her death, Kenan Thompson, Knowings' former "All That" co-star, took to Instagram and remembered her as "one of the funniest people out here."

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Practically the entire NFL world was caught off guard when the Dallas Cowboys cut quarterback Joe Milton III ahead of initial roster finalization on Sunday, despite multiple strong preseason showings.
Now, ****** ysts are focused on where Milton could land, including coach Jason Brown, who believes he should end up with the Browns.
Responding to reports of Dallas releasing Milton, Brown replied on X, saying, "Cut Sanders, sign him immediately, Browns."
The seriousness of the reply can be debated, though it is an interesting scenario.
While Sanders has definitely shown enough to start for the Browns this season, Milton's success shouldn't be overlooked.

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The Indiana Fever cruised to an 111-91 win over the Connecticut Sun on Friday night. Both of Indiana's All-Star guards, Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark, turned in MVP-caliber performances.
Mitchell scored 34 points, and Clark did as well, although she also registered a double-double with 12 ***** ists in the victory. However, as great as both Clark and Mitchell have been for Indiana all season long, one lingering criticism of their games throughout the season has been their defense.
Clark had one of her better showings of the season on Friday, recording three steals. Still, Fever coach Briann January, who was a five-time All-Defensive First Team selection during her playing days in the WNBA, was left unsatisfied with Clark at one point in the game and wasn't afraid to let the superstar hear about it on the sideline in a moment caught by cameras.
Many fans on social media took exception to what they perceived as January publicly demeaning Indiana's star player.
"White is the worst coach ever she is so blind to what happens on her (own) team she's the so called leader she needs held accountable," one person posted on X.

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Tim Curry, the English actor best known for his star turn as Dr Frank-N-Furter in the cult classic musical film "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," has died at the age of 80, US media reported Wednesday.
Curry, who had struggled with his health for more than a decade after a debilitating stroke, died at his home in Los Angeles, TMZ said, citing unnamed sources.
The actor, who launched his career in London's West End theater district, first played the gender-bending mad scientist in "Rocky Horror" before reprising the role in the 1975 film, which is still a staple of midnight cinema showings more than 50 years later.
His other credits include the sinister clown Pennywise in a 1990 television miniseries version of Stephen King's "It" and films that included "Charlie's Angels" and "Muppet Treasure Island."
An impressive theatrical resume that began in the 1960s saw him do turns at the Royal Court Theatre and the Citizens Theatre, taking on roles written by Shakespeare, Brecht and Tom Stoppard, among others.

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American tennis star Jessica Pegula is gearing up for the 2026 US Open after reaching the finals in two of her last three tournaments this season.
Pegula fell to rising star Alexandra Eala at the Citi Open in Washington, DC earlier this month, before falling to former doubles partner Coco Gauff at the Cincinnati Open last weekend. With a string of impressive showings, Pegula could be primed for a deep run in Queens, New York.
While we have to wait to see how well Pegula performs over the next two weeks, we at least know that she will look good when she hits the court.
Pegula suited up for mixed doubles at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center this week and provided fans with a look at her Adidas kit for the 2026 US Open.
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Real Madrid kicked off their new campaign with a win last night against Espanyol, but it was anything but comfortable.
Jose Mourinho's side were made to suffer in Barcelona against a spirited Espanyol side who came out all guns blazing to punish Los Blancos' shaky defence.
It was a special night in some senses as the likes of Marc Cucurella, Yan Diomande, Bernardo Silva, Carlos Espi and Ibrahima Konate all made their official debuts.
Yet, it was also a night that showed that there is still a long way to go before Mourinho's effects can be seen in the squad. After all, there was not much to celebrate on the night beyond the debuts and a few solid showings.
Madrid Universal brings you three takeaways from Espanyol 1-2 Real Madrid.

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In Week 2 of the preseason, the Philadelphia Eagles aren't looking for a game filled with individual highlights. They need evidence of something. They'd like to learn whether the progress they've seen during training camp can carry over from one evaluation period to the next.
Their preseason debut was a snoozer. Another road trip followed, and in the first joint practice vs. the New England Patriots, Mike Vrabel's squad was deemed 'the winners'. Philadelphia took the checkered flag at the end of the second, and that makes Saturday night's second preseason game against the Patriots particularly useful for several players who entered the week with something to prove.
The joint practices provided an opportunity to compete against unfamiliar players in a controlled setting. The game will produce fewer fireworks. Of that, we can be certain, but every opportunity is needed. Philadelphia can show any momentum they gained wasn't simply a product of one good day.
Some pass the first game off by saying, 'It's only the preseason', but players and coaches both stated they want better showings. For some of these Eagles, the stakes are particularly high. A few are competing for roster spots, while others are trying to establish themselves in roles that remain unsettled. Here are six players who have something positive to build on heading into the second preseason game.
Hollywood Brown needed a week like this. After a relatively quiet start to training camp, the veteran receiver found more opportunities with the first-team offense and took advantage of them. That doesn't mean his roster spot is secure, particularly with the Eagles still sorting through the back end of their receiver room, but it does mean Brown has given the organization something to consider.

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The Baltimore Ravens are about to kick off their second preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings. Here are some last-minute predictions from Baltimore Beatdown's staff!
Offensively, I'd anticipate you see the Ravens continue feeding the rookie tight ends plenty. Hibner had the hot hand with plenty of targets last week, so Cuevas may draw more targets this week. Adam Randall seemed to heat up more as his game progressed as well, so look to see him more confident out of the backfield. Baltimore's defense didn't force a turnover against Philly, but I think that changes in this one. JJ McCarthy knows he's got a lot to prove for his NFL future as he settles into the backup role, and I think he gets over-aggressive and air mails one or two that the secondary takes away. I'll call my shot and say Keyon Martin stays hot and gets one.
Baltimore's O-line had a rough outing in joint practices against the pressure looks brought by Brian Flores and this Viking defense. Expect to see a bit of a regression from ***** nano and Reed as they feel the heat. There's such a degree of randomness to preseason that it's tough to predict a score, but I think Minnesota's pressure wins them the turnover battle and the game. MIN 27, BAL 20 – Kevin McNelis
I foresee an ugly, defensive game from both teams today. I predict another big day for the Ravens' secondary in particular, while I think Baltimore's offense will struggle against the relentless blitzing from Brian Flores. Ja'Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt will be the stars on offense when pass protection holds up. I think we will see more pressure from Jesse Minter's defense this week as well. – Dustin *****
The biggest thing to watch in this game is the offensive line. While there are some other positions battles such as the 5th edge players, cornerback depth spots, there are a ton of questions to answer on the line. The most obvious being the center battle. With Danny Pinter going down, is it Gwyn or Pocic who runs with the 1s? How much time does Gwyn, who's already looked great but is inexperienced, get versus Pocic, who need ramp up time? We also need to see improvement from Andrew Vorhees and Emery Jones Jr. after awful showings last week. Corey Bullock will get center reps with Pinter down but could absolutely steal a backup guard spot. Gerad Lichtenhan also looked better than both of those guys last week. – Zach Canter

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The 2026 WNBA season has brought several notable record-breaking showings from players across the league, including Kelsey Mitchell's stellar run of consecutive 20-point games. Angel Reese broke another WNBA single-season record on Thursday night during the Atlanta Dream's 36-point victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. However, the record she broke was actually her own.
With four offensive rebounds in the game, her season tally jumped to 173, surpassing the 172 he totaled during the 2024 WNBA season.
Considering the Dream still has eight games remaining in the regular season, Reece could potentially put that record into a territory that'll make it hard for anyone to top it in the foreseeable future. Considering the previous high-mark before 2004 was held by Yolanda Griffith in the 2001 season, Reese's ability to stay active on the offensive glass is obviously something we haven't seen in the WNBA in the years prior to her arrival.
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OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — NFL veteran Calais Campbell knew he wanted to keep playing, even after a family tragedy this summer resulting in his mother's death and his brother being charged with murder.
"I love the game of football a lot … it brings me joy," the 39-year-old Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman said Tuesday in his first public remarks since his mother's death. "It was a little harder training, but as far as football goes, I love this game a lot. And this is a very fun place for me to be. So playing football has been great for me."
The Ravens signed the six-time Pro Bowler in April to a one-year deal for his 19th NFL season.
In late June, police found his 71-year-old mother dead at her home in Atlanta during a welfare check. Her 41-year-old son Ciarre Campbell was charged with murder after he was found with a knife, according to arrest warrants. The family told police that Ciarre struggles with mental illness.
The Ravens permitted Calais Campbell to miss the first few full-team practices of training camp. He participated in his first team session on Aug. 3, five days after the Ravens opened full-team camp.

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Though it's not foolproof investing wisdom, and it is stock-specific, there is something to the "boring is beautiful" thesis. It's one reason that so many income investors and risk-averse market participants embrace consumer staples stocks.
The other side of the boring coin is that mundane doesn't captivate hearts, minds, and investor capital when growth stocks are in vogue, and that's very much the case these days. Many market participants are chasing tech stocks and pondering what's next in the world of artificial intelligence (AI).
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Those trends don't necessarily mean that Wall Street is in the midst of another round of Dutch tulip mania, nor that a bubble will imminently burst, but investors' adulation for what they perceive as glitzy names helps explain how some defensive stocks can slip through the cracks, even when those companies are delivering solid showings. Such is life for Sysco (NYSE: SYY), the king of food distributors.

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OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — O.J. Brigance, who won a Super Bowl with the Baltimore Ravens before waging an unyielding battle against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, has died. He was 56.
The Ravens announced Brigance's death on Monday.
"We are devastated by the awful news that we have lost O.J. Brigance," Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti said in a statement. "O.J. was a beloved legend, mentor and man to everyone who was fortunate enough to know him. He was a vibrant person who became one of the first Ravens heroes with his passionate play, including the first tackle in the 2000 Super Bowl."
Brigance was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in 2007. Not long after that, he and his wife, Chanda, formed the Brigance Brigade Foundation, an organization whose mission is to "equip, encourage and empower" those afflicted with ALS.
Despite using a wheelchair and a communication device that translated his messages, Brigance served as senior adviser for player engagement with the Ravens, a job he started in 2004. In addition to ***** isting players in each phase of their career, Brigance proved a source of motivation within the organization.

#Ravens #bowl #first #owings

There was plenty to be positive about for Hearts fans after their 6-2 win over Inverness Caledonian Thistle.
New signings got a chance to stake a claim and plenty delivered, with Ugandan winger Rogers Mato and French midfielder Tom Renaud impressing.
But one of the best showings came from a player who was already at the club last season. Well, for half of it anyway.
After returning from a loan spell at Tottenham Hotspur, where he made no first-team appearances after joining in January, James Wilson looks to have a future at Hearts.
But where does the 19-year-old striker fit in Wouter Vrancken's plans?

#plenty

The Chicago Bears kicked off the preseason with a 34-10 win over the Cleveland Browns, which saw some impressive performances from players looking to earn a spot on the roster.
After trailing 10-0 in the first quarter, the Bears scored 34 unanswered points en route to a dominating victory that featured impressive showings in all three phases of action. With most of the starters resting, the stage was set for under-the-radar players to showcase their talents and make it difficult on general manager Ryan Poles when it comes to making roster decisions.
Following Saturday's preseason opener, here are the roster bubble players who made a strong case for a spot on the 53-man roster.
Defensive end Jamree Kromah had a monster day on defense, where he showcased his impressive power off the edge and pressuring the quarterback against the Browns. Kromah had two of Chicago's three sacks on the day, and he could have had more, while adding six tackles, including three tackles for loss and two quarterback hits. One of those sacks was a strip sack of starting quarterback Deshaun Watson on fourth-and-2. Kromah was consistently generating pressure and getting in the backfield.
Wide receiver Kaden Davis had been a standout in training camp, and it translated to the field in Chicago's preseason opener. Davis showcased his playmaking ability and led the Bears with four receptions for 88 yards and a touchdown in first-half action with quarterback Tyson Bagent. Davis continues to make a strong statement for a roster spot in a loaded receivers room.

#roster #kromah #quarterback

The start of the 2026 high school football season is nearly here, and several FSU Seminoles commits had impressive showings over the weekend in their final preseason action.
Three-star athlete commit Chayse Brown is being recruited as someone who could play on either side of the ball for the Seminoles, and he showcased his ability as a wide receiver on Friday for Lennard High School in their exhibition against Osceola.
In the first clip he posted on social media, Brown was able to beat the cornerback and make a tough catch for about a 30-yard gain with the safety closing in. He did not have to do nearly as much in the second clip, with the defense leaving him wide open in the end zone for a short touchdown catch as Lennard won 68-0.
Brown is a member of FSU's 2028 recruiting class and committed to them back in June, shortly after they offered him a scholarship following a great showing at a camp they hosted in Tallahassee. They are recruiting him as a wide receiver and a defensive back.
He is ranked as the No. 611 overall player and No. 51 athlete in the 247Sports composite. The Ruskin product is also the No. 79 player from Florida.

#brown #wide #lennard #receiver

Today in Boston Celtics history, James Young was born in Flint, Michigan, in 1995. He played collegiate basketball for the University of Kentucky Wildcats, earning Second Team All-SEC and SEC All-Freshman Team honors in 2014. Not long after, the Boston Celtics selected him with the 17th overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft.
The Flint native struggled on both ends of the court at the next level, spending much of his time with Boston's developmental affiliate in the D League (as the G League was known in that era). This was of course the Maine Red Claws (now Celtics), where he spent a considerable part of his rookie season. He played a total of three seasons for the Celtics, but despite some strong showings with the Red Claws, couldn't put it together at the NBA level.
Young averaged 2.3 points and a rebound per game while with Boston.
It is also the anniversary of former Tom Gugliotta signing with Boston in 2004. It was the second-to-last stop in a long career in the league, with prior stops with the Washington Bullets (now, Wizards), Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, Phoenix Suns, and Utah Jazz. Gugliotta played just 20 games for the Celtics that season before being dealt with Gary Payton and Michael Stewart with draft **** ets to the Atlanta Hawks for Antoine Walker. The NC State alum scored 1.3 points and 2.2 rebounds per game with the Celtics.
It is also the anniversary of the massive, four-team trade that sent Danny Fortson to the Warriors and Dana Barros to the Dallas Mavericks for Robert Pack, Hot Rod Williams, draft **** ets, and cash. Barros had been with the team for five seasons in a reserve role, while Fortson was a recent arrival, having only played 55 games with the team.

#celtics #league #young #claws

The Baltimore Ravens earned a 24-7 win in their 2026 preseason opener, securing a wire-to-wire victory in Jesse Minter's head coaching debut.
Here is the Baltimore Beatdown staff's reaction to the win:
A very encouraging start to Jesse Minter's debut season. The offense looked smooth and got the young skill guys active early while the defense completely shut down the Eagles offense. Ja'Kobi Lane, Elijah Sarratt, and Matthew Hibner showed flashes of their potential roles in Declan Doyle's offense. A few UDFA's made strong impressions, with Joe ***** nano being the standout. Looking forward to seeing more growth in the next two games. — Mark Myers
While you can never glean much from any preseason game, there was a lot to like for the Ravens against the Eagles. Multiple young players impressed, including rookies Vega Ioane, Ja'Kobi Lane, Elijah Sarratt, Mathew Hibner, and Joe ***** nano. The defense was suffocating and nearly pitched a shutout, which makes me even more excited to see what the starting unit can do in Week 1 under Jesse Minter. The only real wart on the night for me was the missed field goal by Tyler Loop. Loop is under extreme pressure in his second season after a missed field goal ended Baltimore's playoff hopes last season, and tonight's blunder will only give more life to criticism. — Dustin *****
The Jesse Minter era got off to a great start as the Ravens secured a comfortable preseason victory, something the franchise has done plenty of times over the years. Tyler Huntley performed well in starting action at quarterback and the Ravens received promising showings from their rookie offensive class. Elijah Sarratt, Matthew Hibner and Jakobi Lane led the team in receiving, while Adam Randall rushed for 46 yards with a touchdown. On defense, cornerback Keyon Martin helped boost his stock further with a starring performance. The defense as a whole was dominant, not allowing a score until late in the fourth quarter with the game out of reach. Here's hoping this sets the stage for more stalwart defensive outings for the 2026 season. — Frank Platko

#defense #sarratt #hibner