New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields turned heads in his NFL preseason debut, ranking among the highest-graded rookies after Week 1, per Pro Football Focus metrics.
The third-round pick out of Notre Dame checked in at No. 11 overall with a 90.3 grade, the best mark among all Giants players in the 13-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.
Fields made an impact on just 10 receiving snaps against the Minnesota Vikings, catching three passes for 34 yards and a touchdown while averaging 3.40 yards per route run. He also showcased one of his best traits coming out of the draft, with two of his three receptions coming on contested catches.
Fields' efficiency and contested-catch ability stood out in limited opportunities, which also helped him earn a spot on PFF's Rookie Team of the Week.
Fellow first-year player Arvell Reese also delivered a standout performance. The fifth-overall selection and linebacker posted an 88.2 grade, the highest among all 2026 first-round rookies in Week 1 of the preseason.

#week #minnesota

Countdown to kickoff is back! USC will kick off its 2026 football season on August 29 when the Trojans host San Jose State at the Coliseum. In this series, we will be counting down the days until the season opener by highlighting a notable Trojan who wore each number.
The countdown has now reached single digits! With nine days to go, today we look at former USC All-American wide receiver Marqise Lee.
Position: Wide receiver
Years played at USC: 2011-2013
Career highlights: It did not take long for Lee to make an impact at USC. He took the country by storm as a true freshman in 2011, racking up 73 receptions for 1,143 yards and 11 touchdowns. The following year, Lee took things to another level, setting USC single-season records with 118 receptions and 1,721 yards to go along with 14 scores.

#season #wide #took

TCU football is moving closer to its 2026 season opener against North Carolina in Dublin, Ireland on Aug. 29. As the Countdown to Kickoff continues, we'll highlight a former Horned Frog whose jersey number coincided with the number of days remaining until the opener. At No. 9 is former TCU wide receiver Josh Doctson!
Doctson finished his college career as TCU's record holder in receiving yards (2,785) and receiving touchdowns (29). He made 180 receptions, which places him behind Kelly Blackwell for second all-time at TCU. His career-best season came in 2015, when he made a school-record 79 catches for 1,327 yards and a school-record 14 touchdowns. He was named a First-Team All-American and a finalist for both the Biletnikoff Award and the Walter Camp Player of the Year Award. He was also named a semifinalist for the Maxwell Award.
A transfer from Wyoming, Doctson immediately caught on in his first season at TCU. In 2013, Doctson tied for the team lead in receptions (36) and led the team in receiving yards (440). He made a huge leap during TCU's run to the Big 12 co-championship in 2014, making 65 catches for 1,018 yards and 11 touchdowns. He was named an All-Big 12 Second Team selection and a semifinalist for the Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award. With Doctson and quarterback Trevone Boykin leading the offense, TCU went 12-1 and beat Ole Miss in the Peach Bowl.
The Washington Redskins (now Commanders) selected Doctson with a first-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. Across four NFL seasons, all with Washington, Doctson reeled in 81 catches for 1,100 yards and eight scores, six of which came during the 2017 season. He made 34 appearances and 26 starts in his career, which included three years in Washington and one year with the Minnesota Vikings. He signed with the New York Jets in 2020, but opted out of the COVID season. He briefly spent time on the Arizona Cardinals practice squad in 2021.

#doctson #award #season #yards

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has signed into law a measure that would introduce a conditional pardon for thousands of Kurdish militants as part of a government peace effort with the Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK.
The measure was published in the Official Gazette on Tuesday. It will only come into force after Turkey's National Security Council confirms that the group has fully dissolved itself and disarmed.
Parliament approved the bill overwhelmingly last week. It would suspend certain prison sentences for convicted PKK members and postpone ongoing investigations and trials against others for five or 10 years, depending on the severity of the crime. Authorities would drop the cases against the individuals if they don't re-offend during those periods.
The legislation also establishes a committee to oversee the group's disarmament, with its first meeting expected next week.
Last year, the PKK — considered a terrorist organization by Turkey and its Western allies — announced its decision to disband, following a call by its imprisoned leader, Abdullah Ocalan. Ocalan and other key PKK figures are excluded from the pardon.

#recep

Through 11 preseason practices, it's safe to say that Texas A&M's chances of making it back to the College Football Playoff for a second consecutive season will hinge on redshirt junior quarterback Marcel Reed taking the vaunted "next step" after throwing for a career-high 3,169 yards, 25 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions during his first full starting season.
Before a record 10 players were selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, third-year coach Mike Elko made several staff changes, led by the promotion of WR coach Holmon Wiggins to offensive coordinator and key ***** istant Lyle Hemphill replacing Jay Bateman as A&M's new defensive coordinator.
After losing 15 starters and 20-plus players overall, Elko landed 17 transfer portal commitments, combined with the 2026 signing class, all while retaining 65% of the 2025 roster. Among the newcomers, former Northwestern Edge Anto Saka, Colorado transfer DB Tawfiq Byard, and former Tennessee cornerback Rickey Gibson are all expected to make an immediate impact.
Junior wide receiver Mario Craver, senior defensive tackle DJ Hicks, senior center Mark Nabou, and junior wide receiver Terry Bussey were the only Aggies selected to the 2026 Preseason Coaches All-SEC Football Teams. Craver, who reeled in a career-high 59 receptions for 917 yards and 4 touchdowns, is the lone first-team selection at wide receiver and all-purpose player.
Mario Craver — First Team WR, AP

#receiver

Matt Harmon and Ray Garvin are back talking WRs. The two settle their biggest WR draft debates by using Harmon's Reception Perception and Garvin's Trinity data to determine the WRs we should be targeting and avoiding in rounds 4-6. The two do a deep dive on WRs17-30 in current Yahoo ADP and figure out who could 'make or break' your fantasy teams this year.

(7:00) - Fantasy Fallout: Keenan Allen signs with Colts
(17:00) - Fantasy Fallout: Najee Harris signs with Giants
(22:50) - Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle
(29:30) - Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka
(35:00) - Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan

#perception

For the 90 players on the Houston Texans, there are multiple opportunities to show why they should make the final 53-man roster between training camp, preseason games and joint practices.
However, head coach DeMeco Ryans does not weigh one more than the other. Rather, he looks at the improvement of players every day in all areas.
"There's no percentage to me," Ryans said. "I take everything into account. It's not just one is heavier than the other. I just look at how guys are working every single day. How are they improving every single day? That's what I'll take into consideration. You get towards the end, you're talking about backup guys, role guys, how many things can that guy do for us? Where is his versatility? Versatility helps a lot when you have to limit the roster. You have unique guys who can do multiple things on game day, so that definitely helps."
Many of the players fighting for a roster spot helped their case during Houston's first preseason matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, despite the ending. Wide receiver Jared Wayne was one of those players; he finished the game with three receptions for 17 yards, including scoring the only touchdown of the game for Houston.
Houston's next preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders this coming Thursday should help provide an idea of some of the other players who may make the final 53. The Texans will also be looking to be more competitive as a whole after their sloppy overall performance against the Chargers.

#players #preseason

OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — New Orleans wide receiver Ronnie Bell was carted off the field because of the effects of Southern California heat after being involved in one of several fights during a chippy joint practice between the Saints and Dallas Cowboys on Tuesday.
"He just had to go inside for a little bit. He just got a little bit overheated," New Orleans coach Kellen Moore said.
Bell walked to the trainer's tent following a second brawl between the Saints offense and Cowboys defense. Several minutes later, he was put onto a cart with his jersey and shoulder pads off. Bell was alert and sitting up as he was driven off the field.
Bell is going into his fourth season in the NFL out of Michigan. He has 10 receptions for 113 yards and four touchdowns in 28 games with the San Francisco 49ers and Saints.
Temperatures were in the high 70s Fahrenheit (around 25 Celsius) and it felt hotter because of unusually high humidity for the region caused by El Nino, seemingly exacerbating the intensity of a two-hour workout that nearly devolved into chaos on multiple occasions.

#bell #cowboys #field #high

After an outstanding NFL debut in the Cleveland Browns preseason game against the Chicago Bears, a former Texas A&M wide receiver made some fiery comments about his mindset on the gridiron.
KC Concepcion showcased why he was a first-round pick in his first professional contest, hauling in three receptions and 27 yards, while also rushing for a 14-yard touchdown and securing a 31-yard punt return. His performance drew plenty of attention on social media, with many touting Concepcion as the NFL's next star wideout.
He has electric breakaway speed, quick cuts and a determination to reach the end zone, but he also doesn't lack confidence. In a press conference following one of the Browns' practices, the former Aggie wide receiver spoke to the media about his mindset when he steps on the field.
Concepcion transferred to Texas A&M after two seasons at NC State, where he was named ACC Rookie and Offensive Rookie of the Year. He made an immediate impact for the Aggies in his junior campaign, recording 919 yards on 61 receptions and nine touchdowns, while also returning two punts for touchdowns. Concepcion won the prestigious 2025 Paul Hornung Award, which is given to the most versatile player in college football every year.
He's certainly lived up to that ***** le since transitioning to the NFL. As the Browns continue to try and navigate a quarterback controversy, Concepcion has been the one factor keeping Cleveland's excitement alive for the upcoming season.

#concepcion #made #mindset

The New Orleans Saints brought in wide receivers Chase Claypool and Josh Reynolds for workouts following the recent injury news about first-round selection Jordyn Tyson.
Claypool is a former second-round pick out of Notre Dame. The wideout began his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he played for three seasons before heading to the Chicago Bears, and then the Miami Dolphins. Claypool has 175 career receptions for 2,261 yards and 13 touchdowns in 58 games played. He most recently signed with the Buffalo Bills, but departed shortly after agreeing to an injury settlement with the team and has not played in a game since 2023.
Reynolds played with the New York Jets in 2025, but has taken a sort of journeyman approach to his NFL career. The Texas A&M product was chosen in the fourth round of the 2017 draft by the Los Angeles Rams. After spending four years in LA, he played for the Tennessee ******* ans, Detroit Lions, Denver Broncos, and the Jacksonville Jaguars before playing in five games with NYJ last year. Reynolds has 244 receptions, 3,228 yards, and 20 TDs in his pro career.
After it was announced that eighth-overall pick WR Jordyn Tyson's hamstring injury would keep him out "around two months," New Orleans wasted no time in bringing in players they believe could be viable options for added depth to the pass-catching group. While Tyson's injury is not considered to be serious or severe, the extended amount of missed time is certainly a blow to the Saints' offensive potential for 2026.

#reynolds #injury #orleans #jordyn

The NFL season is rapidly approaching. After this weekend, there will be one preseason game left for each of the 32 teams to get through before making it to the games that count.
What better time to make bold prediction for every team? Some of them will be risky business while others might seem obvious. Either way, there will be plenty of interest in how every team does this year.
Will coaches make it to the end of the season or see their time end? What players will thrive and what players will nosedive.
Some bold predictions for the 2026 NFL season:
Not exactly going out on a limb here, but the Cardinals will finish last -- again -- in the NFC West. Tight end Trey McBride will have the most receptions, yards and touchdowns for anyone at the position.

#make

Jordyn Tyson is expected to be sidelined for about two months. Is the high-priced rookie still draftable in all fantasy leagues, and who has the best shot at claiming the Saints' #2 WR role?
Admittedly, I was confused when New Orleans used their #8 overall pick on Tyson. Yes, he's exceptionally talented and could be a team's #1 WR someday. But expending that much draft capital on a guy who suffered a severe knee injury in 2022, a broken collarbone in 2024, and hamstring issues didn't make sense.
Now this team has a gaping hole at receiver, while Chris Olave's value couldn't get much higher. However, Tyler Shough's value takes a hit, as he loses a terrific playmaker who could have helped elevate his quarterback.
While Tyson's current overall ADP is 86, fantasy managers should be cautious about drafting him anywhere in the top 140. Yes, you could place him on IR and hope he returns by early November.
But that also would limit your ability to place a more reliable fantasy ***** et on IR if your roster faces more injuries. Plus, there's no guarantee that Tyson will return in two months. This franchise probably will play it safe with their first-round pick. I'd put his over/under on rookie receptions at 30.5.

#place

The Cincinnati Bengals' first offensive selection during the 2026 NFL Draft, Connor Lew, was inactive vs. the Detroit Lions. After tearing his left ACL during October of 2025, the Bengals are being cautious in easing him back into full contact on a regular basis. He has been getting some first- and second-team action in camp, but the next step will be to see if he plays in one of the final two preseason games.
Colbie Young was also a fourth-round draft selection for the Bengals. He has made quite the impression so far during camp. That continued with a couple of catches versus Detroit. He finished the game with two receptions for 28 yards. He could have had a third catch, but it was knocked away on a contested catch opportunity.
Young could push Andrei Iosivas for snaps at the third receiver position throughout the season. His size, strength in his hands, and ability to generally win those contested catch situations are all standout traits.
Brian Parker II was a sixth-round draft selection for the Bengals this year. He played mostly right tackle during his time at Duke. For the Bengals, he has moved almost exclusively to the interior so far in camp. The majority of his snaps against the Lions came at left guard, with a handful at center late in the game.
I thought Parker looked really good, especially in pass protection. He has such a calm presence for a young lineman. He doesn't panic, and he trusts his technique. He also has the athleticism to recover when it is needed.

#parker

With rookie first-round pick Jordyn Tyson out of action through ****** much as two months, the New Orleans Saints are beginning to look at their options for weathering the storm. On Tuesday, the Saints reported two tryouts on the daily NFL transactions wire: veteran wideouts Chase Claypool and Josh Reynolds. Neither of them has signed, yet, but they're clearly on the team's radar.
Claypool, 28, was a second-round draft pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2020 but was traded to the Chicago Bears just a few years later. That proved to be a tumultuous experience and he was benched for multiple games before being traded to the Miami Dolphins, where he caught his last pass in 2023. Claypool suffered a season-ending injury in the 2024 offseason after signing with the Buffalo Bills and was out of football in 2025. He tried out for the Green Bay Packers this spring but wasn't signed. Most of the 175 catches, 2,261 yards, and 13 touchdowns in his career came during his first three years in Pittsburgh, a span of 39 games. He's only caught 22 passes for 217 yards and a single touchdown in the 19 games that followed.
Reynolds, 31, was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams back in 2017 after setting Texas A&M's school record for touchdown catches in a single season (13). He briefly played for the Tennessee ****** ans before reuniting with his old quarterback Jared Goff on the Detroit Lions for three seasons. Since then he's dressed for the Denver Broncos and Jacksonville Jaguars in 2024, and most recently played for the New York Jets in 2025, but his season was cut short by a hip injury. He's totaled 244 receptions for 3,228 yards and 20 touchdowns over his 121-game career.
This article originally appeared on Saints Wire: Saints work out free agent wide receivers after Jordyn Tyson injury

#season #injury #yards

College football turns over the player pool via graduation and transfer portal defections at a dizzying rate in the modern era. Here is a list of my favorite breakout players available in Yahoo Standard P4 College Fantasy Football Leagues.
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One thing is clear when it comes to the QB position in Yahoo Standard Scoring Leagues that utilize 4-point passing touchdown formats: rushing production is imperative. Of the top-10 scoring quarterbacks last year, six of them rushed for 400+ yards and all 10 top scorers topped the 200+ yard rushing barrier.
For his part, Leavitt fits LSU head coach Lane Kiffin's QB archetype perfectly, evoking comparisons to CFF stars Matt Corral and Jaxson Dart. Leavitt averaged a strong 22.5 fantasy PPG in his seven appearances before suffering a season-ending injury. He has the tools and plays in the perfect system to compliment his dual-threat skill set and create explosive college fantasy football production.
With starting RB Jonah Coleman compromised with a leg injury for the second half of the year, Mohammed ripped off two-straight 100-yard games to end the regular season. His 14-carry, 105 yard showing against rival Oregon was an important game for him, as then-Oregon DC Tosh Lupoi took the Cal head coaching job in the offseason and immediately moved to bring in Mohammed to lead the Bears' backfield. For CFF purposes, he secured 17-of-19 targets for 138 yards in 2025 and should have a clear path to 180+ rush attempts with 30+ receptions in Berkley.

#leagues #mohammed #oregon

Travis Kelce's NFL ranking is a major drop for the Chiefs legend originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Travis Kelce is entering his later NFL years with the Kansas City Chiefs. So, with that in mind, it shouldn't at all be surprising that his NFL ranking isn't what it used to.
But, make no mistake, my friend. Kelce is still performing very well. Last season, even with the Chiefs not making the playoffs, Kelce played in all 17 games. He recorded 76 receptions for 851 receiving yards and five touchdowns. He also averaged 11.2 yards per catch.
The NFL is slowly rolling out its NFL Top 100 list, which is one of the most anticipated best-of players lists of the year. In it, they have Kelce at No. 79. That's down from No. 42 last season. It's worth noting that quarterback Patrick Mahomes is down, too, coming in at No. 18.
At least the description of Kelce on the list was positive, though, and pointed out that he's still elite.

#travis #sporting

Florida State and the National Football Foundation will honor Peter Warrick and his recent induction into the College Football Hall of Fame during the Seminoles' Oct. 31 game against Clemson at Doak Campbell Stadium.
It's part of the NFF's On Campus Hall of Fame salute. Each electee returns to his respective school to accept an NFF Hall of Fame plaque that will stay on permanent display at the institution, and it gives the home crowd an opportunity to recognize the player.
Warrick was one of the most dynamic players not only in FSU history, but in college football. He played from 1996-99 after redshirting in 1995 and was a two-time consensus All-American. He holds the FSU record for career receiving touchdowns with 32, and he compiled a 45-4 overall record during his time in Tallahassee.
A 1999 National Champion, Warrick's 3,517 career receiving yards were the most in ACC history and ranked second on FSU's all-time list. He also ranked second in program history with 207 receptions, 15 100-yard receiving games and an average of 4.81 receptions per game.
Announced in January as FSU's 12th Hall of Fame electee. He joins his former head coach Bobby Bowden (inducted in 2006) and teammate Warrick Dunn (2024) in the College Football Hall of Fame. FSU's other inductees include Marvin Jones (2022), Terrell Buckley (2019), Derrick Brooks (2016), Deion Sanders (2011), Ron Simmons (2009), Charlie Ward (2006), head coach Darrell Mudra (2000), Fred Biletnikoff (1991) and Ron Sellers (1988).

#history #game

When the term "sleeper" comes up in fantasy leagues, it can elicit an eye-roll or two. We get it. Your mileage may vary on where these players fit in your draft plan, but for us, it's all about value relative to draft position.
The Rotoworld Football crew put together their list of 2026 sleepers below, which runs the gamut from familiar names to ones where you have to scroll down a bit in your draft room. Stay tuned for our "bust" selections later this week.
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Let's count the number of third or fourth-down snaps that Woody Marks played last year: It was 34. Dare Ogunbowale was getting third-down work for the Texans over Marks in most situations last year. Now I'm supposed to believe that the Texans, who traded a fourth-round pick for David Montgomery and gave him a new contract, are going to split third-down snaps off to a guy that did little empirically last year and who they clearly didn't trust? I'm sure Marks will have a role here, and I'm sure Montgomery won't play 85 percent of the snaps. But he might play 80, and the volume role in an offense that wants to run has me very optimistic that Montgomery will smash his RB20-ish ADP as long as he stays healthy. - Rivers McCown
As the resident Keaton Mitchell truther, I have no choice but to tout him as a sleeper for this upcoming season. Mitchell has been one of the most explosive players in the league since making the Ravens as a rookie UDFA in 2023. His career 6.8 yards per touch, which comes on a limited 140-touch sample, is tied for the highest in the league among 84 RBs with 140 or more touches, and now he has a chance to work with a coach who will value his abilities both as a runner and a pass-catcher in Mike McDaniel. Mitchell was underutilized during his time with the Ravens. Despite a college profile that included 60 receptions over three seasons, Mitchell managed just 19 receptions in three seasons with the Ravens and was used almost exclusively as a runner. Early training camp reports have suggested he will be much more involved in the passing game, which could make for a decent floor in PPR leagues, especially if he operates at the clear No. 2 back behind Omarion Hampton. - Zachary Krueger

#mitchell #Ravens #Third #last

Two San Francisco 49ers rookies earned spots on Pro Football Focus' all-rookie team for the opening weekend of the preseason, and while wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling put together a productive statistical debut, he wasn't one of them. The honorees were offensive tackle Carver Willis and interior defensive lineman Bryson Eason.
Willis, a fourth-round pick with the versatility to play both inside and outside on the offensive line, posted a 90.1 PFF run-blocking grade in his preseason debut. He did allow three hurries across 23 pass-blocking snaps, an area to clean up, but the run-blocking showing was enough to land him among PFF's top rookie tackles alongside the Rams' Austin Blaske.
Eason, an undrafted free agent along San Francisco's interior defensive line, didn't produce eye-popping numbers but avoided any negatively graded plays in his first outing to earn a 77.3 grade. PFF noted that fellow 49ers rookie Gracen Halton also impressed, posting a 73.7 overall grade, but there wasn't room for a third interior defender on the list.
The three selections reflect a 49ers roster loaded with young talent competing for depth-chart spots this summer. PFF's Team of the Week pulled from a massive rookie pool — teams averaged more than six rookies on the field per snap in the preseason opener — with only players who logged at least 15 snaps eligible for consideration.
Stribling, who didn't make the cut, actually out-produced two of the three receivers who made PFF's list by raw volume. He caught seven of eight targets for 63 yards — more receptions and more targets than either Cowboys receiver Camden Brown (three catches, 62 yards on three targets) or Giants receiver Malachi Fields (three catches, 34 yards on three targets).

#blocking #stribling

Aston Villa are facing a significant summer decision after reports that Ollie Watkins has "agreed terms with Al-Hilal" and the Saudi Pro League side are now preparing to take the next step in pursuit of the England striker. According to TeamTalk, the Saudi club are ready to open talks with Villa after making Watkins their leading attacking target.
This has the feel of a situation developing quickly. Al-Hilal had explored moves for elite centre-forwards higher up their shortlist, but after setbacks elsewhere, Watkins has now "emerged as their leading realistic striker option". That line matters. It suggests this is no speculative enquiry, it is a move backed by intent, with personal terms already advanced.
The most striking detail is that the 29-year-old is said to be "receptive to the move" and has "reached an agreement in principle on the terms of a potentially huge contract to move to Saudi Arabia". Once a player is at that stage, attention inevitably shifts to club-to-club negotiations. Villa still hold a strong position because Watkins remains under contract, and Al-Hilal "will have to negotiate a significant transfer fee".
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There are several factors that make this credible. Villa are reportedly "open to the prospect of Watkins leaving this summer, particularly if a sizeable offer arrives", which frames their stance clearly. They are not pushing him out, but they may be prepared to engage if the numbers are right.

#significant #striker

The Washington Huskies have a lot of promising talent at wide receiver heading into the 2026 season, but the majority of it is unproven, including sophomore Chris Lawson.
After the former four-star recruit's career on Montlake got off to a hot start in the spring of 2025, injuries limited him in the fall, which led to him playing in eight games and tallying 10 catches for 110 yards in his debut campaign before he was sidelined for about half of the workouts in the spring of 2026. Now, fully healthy, Lawson has been making his mark left and right during fall camp.
During Saturday's scrimmage, Lawson compiled 5 catches for an estimated 90 yards, including an impressive 40-yard reception downfield from sophomore Treston Kini McMillan. While working against freshman cornerback Elijah Durr, he made a mid-air adjustment on a slightly underthrown pass to go up and over the defensive back to haul in the pass, as he has become a consistent contributor for the Huskies over the last few days of practice, which has caught the eye of coach Jedd Fisch.
"Chris is getting better and better. It's really making the competition at receiver is really becoming better than it's ever been, also, because you've got Chris, then you've got, and (Dezmen) Roebuck, you've got Rashid playing at a high level, and Christian (Moss), then you got Trez (Davis), and then Mason (James) makes some plays, messing a nice little catch down there, and a couple other plays," Fisch said of his depth of the position on Saturday.
As Washington's young talent continues to shine at the position, even with four-star freshman Jordan Clay sidelined with an injury, Lawson's versatility has continued to set him apart.

#chris #sophomore

DETROIT — LIV Golf finally has confirmed what's been quite clear for a while: The Michigan tournament is not happening. LIV Golf announced Monday afternoon it will crown its 2026 individual and team champions this week at its event in Indianapolis.
Michigan was supposed to host the season-ending team championship for a second consecutive year, from Aug. 27-30, but there have been countless signs for the past several weeks that Michigan's tournament was doomed, amid the league's ongoing funding crisis. There was no immediate word on financial implications for Saint John's Resort in Plymouth Township, where the tournament was to be hosted at The Cardinal. The resort is believed to have paid a seven-figure fee to LIV to host.
LIV Golf said fans who purchased tickets to the Michigan event will receive refunds, but didn't give any specific details on how or when refunds would be issued. The News has reached out to LIV Golf for clarity. LIV Golf still was selling tickets to the Michigan tournament until late last week, despite obvious signs the event wasn't happening.
"We are disappointed that the LIV Golf team championship will no longer be held in August," Kevin Doyle, COO of the Pulte Family Charitable Foundation, said in a statement to The Detroit News. "We were excited to welcome the event back after last year's tremendous reception from fans and the praise Saint John's Resort and The Cardinal received from LIV players. We wish LIV the best in the future. And we remain committed to making Saint John's Resort a place where the Michigan community comes to expect memorable, one-of-a-kind golf and resort experiences."
A LIV Golf representative told The Detroit News: "Details on refunds are being communicated directly to affected ticket holders."

#michigan #tournament #saint

Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza's preseason debut was highly anticipated, and he didn't disappoint in the affair. Mendoza was one of the brightest spots for the Raiders in their 27-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, and played up to expectations after getting his feet under him.
NFL.com's Chad Reuter gave Mendoza a "B+" for his performance in the Raiders' loss.
"The 22-year-old quarterback threw the ball like a future NFL starter when calmly operating, though, threading the needle over the middle for 19 yards and hitting a back-side route for 14 yards later on. The 2025 Heisman Trophy winner's first NFL touchdown was an expertly thrown low pass to WR Jack Bech; he nearly had another TD on his final pass of the night, accurately throwing over a defender in the end zone, but 5-foot-8 receiver Deven Thompkinswas unable to make the play."
Despite receiving positive marks, other rookie were given higher marks than Mendoza for their preseason Week 1 performances. Los Angeles Rams QB Ty Simpson received an "A" after completing 21-25 passes for 190 passing yards and two touchdowns in a 20-12 win over the Kansas City Chiefs, while San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling received an "A-" after logging seven receptions for 63 receiving yards in a 19-13 loss to the Tennessee **** ans.
Mendoza completed 10-16 passes for 97 yards and a passing touchdown. The Indiana product got into a groove after his first couple of throws, as he showed the ability to convert on third down, execute out of play action, and make decisive reads.

#yards #rookie #first

On Monday, the Indianapolis Colts signed Keenan Allen to a one-year deal worth up to $8.3 million. His addition came amid growing concerns about Alec Pierce's availability for the upcoming NFL season.
Allen played for the Los Angeles Chargers last year. It was the six-time Pro Bowler's second stint with the franchise after previously suiting up from 2013-2023. He appeared in 17 regular-season games, including three starts, in 2025. The 34-year-old recorded 81 receptions for 777 yards and four touchdowns.
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Allen's signing was reported on X by NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
Allen will provide the Colts with depth at the position and will likely play a key role. Pierce remains sidelined following offseason ankle injury. He was reportedly on track to return during training camp but has yet to participate in any practice session.

#indianapolis

The Colts are expected to sign longtime Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen, a source confirmed to IndyStar. It adds a six-time Pro Bowler who in eight of his 13 seasons in the NFL has caught at least six touchdowns and at least 80 ***** seven times – including last year.
Allen lands in Indianapolis after a one-season return to Los Angeles in 2025 to rejoin the franchise that drafted him 76th overall in 2013 and where he spent the first 11 seasons of his career – and 12 of 13 overall. Allen was traded to the Chicago Bears in March of 2024 and played a single season with the NFC North team before opting to sign with the Chargers just over a year ago during Los Angeles' training camp as a free agent.
That one-year deal made the 34-year-old again a free agent this spring, and he remains unquestionably the top free agent wideout on the market – not to mention seemingly a premier fit in head coach Shane Steichen's offense.
For a coach who prizes separation at the top of routes and a trusted pair of hands above just about anything else, Allen still fits the bill as he nears the end of his career. Though he's been one nearly his entire career, the Colts don't need Allen to be a No. 1 receiver with unquestioned WR1 Alec Pierce ascending to a more all-around this role this year coming off a season where then-rookie tight end Tyler Warren led the Colts in targets (112) and two seasons ago when starting slot receiver Josh Downs led the team in receptions (72).
But after the loss of Michael Pittman Jr. in March to a salary-dump trade to the Steelers, it was widely-believed the Colts had not done enough to replace not only his production – 80 catches for 784 yards and seven touchdowns – but his veteran leadership and presence in a room where the oldest players – free agent signee Nick Westbrooke-Ikhine (29 years old), Ashton Dulin (29) and Laquon Treadwell (31) had been fighting in training camp for the Nos. 3 and 4 WR spots in the Colts offense.

#free #receiver #seasons

The Jets - and every other NFL team - have to reduce their 90-man roster to just 53 players before 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 30.
In this context, Friday night's preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers may have revealed some early status updates on key position battles across the team's depth chart.
During practice on Monday, Breece Hall sustained a non-contact injury which, according to SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes, is a minor groin issue. A big sigh of relief for sure, as Hall is expected to be able to suit up as the team's starting running back in Week 1 against the ***** ans on Sunday, Sept. 13.
Regardless, running back depth is extremely important for the Jets, especially given the fact that Hall tore his ACL and meniscus in 2022.
With this in mind, it's clear that the battle for RB2 on the roster is between third-year running backs Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis. Drafted a round apart in 2024, Davis had more carries (43 to Allen's 18), yards per carry (5.5 to Allen's 4.2), and receptions (21 to Allen's 2) in the 2025 season. However, at the moment, it seems Allen has the better spot on the depth chart. Against the Bucs on Friday, Allen made the most of his four carries (tied for most on the night with Hall), racking up 44 yards and a touchdown on a smooth 31-yard run.

#depth #Jets

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Missouri fans and fans across the country.
Mizzou Football will be looking to improve the passing game in a big way this upcoming season. Ole Miss transfer quarterback Austin Simmons will look to lead the way for what is hopefully a new and improved Missouri offense this year under coordinator Chip Lindsey.
Simmons will have plenty of weapons at the wide receiver position to work with as Mizzou brought in some key transfers. That includes his former Rebel teammate Cayden Lee — who is coming off of a productive juni0r season with Ole Miss — contributing for 44 receptions, 635 yards, and three touchdowns. Can Simmons and Lee establish their chemistry this season?
Cincinnati transfer Caleb Goodie is another name to watch — who had 29 receptions, 484 yards, and two touchdowns last season with the Bearcats. Goodie's biggest strength is his speed. Will he be able to use YAC (yards after catch) to his advantage?
Donovan Olugbode headlines Mizzou's returning wide receiver core after a productive freshman campaign — contributing for 30 receptions, 401 yards, and two touchdowns. Is a "Luther Burden type" sophomore season in store for him?

#yards #receptions #missouri

Jackie R. Jacobson and Sasha Solonin celebrated their wedding with a three-day event at Four Seasons Westlake Village
The couple incorporated modern Jewish traditions and personalized details, including a custom Leah Da Gloria gown and handwritten vows
Guests enjoyed a lavish reception with a four-course dinner, a champagne chiffon cake, and a combined first dance and father-daughter dance
Jackie R. Jacobson and Sasha Solonin are married!
The Malibu Rescue actress, 24, tied the knot with her longtime partner, 30, on Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Four Seasons Westlake Village in Westlake Village, Calif. The two tell PEOPLE they wanted their special day to feel "timeless yet elevated," in a celebration that was both "modern and deeply romantic."

#jacobson

Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns tied the knot in a star-studded outdoor ceremony in Malibu, California
Woods wore three custom wedding dresses by designer Danielle Frankel, including a strapless silk gown and a lace reception dress
Knicks WAGs Ali Brunson and Shannon Hart attended the wedding, showcasing glamorous black gowns with bold necklines
The New York Knicks WAGs had winning looks!
Ali Brunson and Shannon Hart reunited at Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns' star-studded wedding on Saturday, Aug. 15, in Malibu, Calif., where they dazzled in stunning black dresses.

#anthony

Najee Harris may be going from one Harbaugh brother to the other.
Harris is visiting with the Giants on Monday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.
Harris, 28, suffered a torn Achilles tendon while playing for the Chargers under Jim Harbaugh in 2025. The former first-round pick was able to play just three games before his injury.
John Harbaugh also knows what it's like to go against Harris well, with the running back playing the Ravens twice a year from 2021-2024 while with the Steelers. Harris started all 17 games for Pittsburgh in each of his first four seasons, rushing for 1,000 yards every year.
In 2024, Harris registered 1,043 yards on 263 carries with six touchdowns. He also had 36 receptions for 283 yards.

#playing #year