The Chicago Bears have officially wrapped the preseason and are now faced with trimming the roster to 53 players by Sunday night's deadline.
Every year, there are some surprising additions and surprising cuts on initial 53-man rosters across the NFL, and we've seen that with the Bears in the past. While there are a number of players deserving of a spot on the 53-man roster, not everyone can make it, especially in position rooms that are already stacked.
There have been some standout performances for Chicago during training camp and preseason. But will it be enough to earn a coveted roster spot? With roster cuts looming, here are some potential surprise cuts for the Bears.
Kaden Davis has been the preseason darling for Chicago this summer, and it certainly feels like he's earned himself that final wide receiver roster spot. Davis has impressed in the passing game and has even garnered looks as a returner, which indicates he could be primed for a roster spot. But there have been some other standout performances at receiver, including Maurice Alexander, JP Richardson and Ray-Ray McCloud. Davis certainly feels like one of the safest bets on this list, but there's also a chance that the Bears only carry five wideouts.
Roschon Johnson, entering a contract year, has been forgotten in the running back room, but he's made a strong impression in the race for the RB3 spot. Johnson's work with the third-team offense, standout preseason performances and special teams contributions certainly make him the favorite for the spot. But Salvon Ahmed has had a standout training camp and preseason and could challenge for that spot. But it certainly feels like Johnson earned himself a spot on the 53-man roster with an impressive performance in the preseason finale.

#spot #standout #certainly #performances

Aston Villa officially confirmed the departure of Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez. The historic Argentine goalkeeper was sold outright to Chelsea, bringing an unforgettable spell in Birmingham to a close as he takes a massive step forward within English football.
The Mar del Plata native arrived at the 'Villans' in 2020 from **** nal and quickly made the goal his own. Through impossible saves and fierce leadership, he became the standout figure of a team that reached the pinnacle by winning the UEFA Europa League last May.
His time at Villa Park was the perfect springboard for his rise with the Argentina National Team. Wearing the albiceleste, Dibu reached the very top: he won two Copa América **** les and the unforgettable World Cup in Qatar 2022, playing a decisive role in penalty shootouts.
Individual recognition soon followed for the No. 1. The Argentine won the Yashin Trophy twice (2023 and 2024) and claimed two FIFA The Best awards, cementing his status as the best goalkeeper on the planet.
From the English club, he was bid farewell with eternal gratitude for his competitive spirit and his indelible mark. Now, Dibu takes on a hugely prestigious challenge at Stamford Bridge, where he will look to make the 'Blues' goal his own.

#goalkeeper

JENNERSTOWN -- The Jennerstown Speedway Complex hosted its crown jewel race of the season Saturday, Aug. 29.
For the ninth time, the Motor Mountain Masters was held at the storied track. Despite a rainout earlier in the year and the CRA backing out just over a week before the race, chief pit steward Mike Belardi and the Jennerstown staff put together a stout field of 22 drivers.
Standouts from out of state along with Jennerstown Speedway weekly competitors battled for $10,000 and the Crimson Jacket.
For the first time, the jacket is headed North of the border, as 19-year-old Chase Pinsonneault from Belle River, Ontario claimed the victory.
Albert Francis, a former Jennerstown Martella's Pharmacies Late Model champion, dominated the first 50 laps.

#time

MicahJo Barnett, a running back at William Jewell College, died after suffering a medical emergency during a football game on Saturday, Aug. 29
The game was suspended after paramedics transported the 20-year-old to a hospital, where he was **** ounced dead
Barnett was a junior business major, a standout high school athlete and an Academic All-Great Lakes Valley Conference honoree
A 20-year-old Missouri college football player died after suffering a medical emergency soon after he scored a touchdown during his team's season opener.
William Jewell College in Liberty, Mo., announced on Saturday, Aug. 29, that running back MicahJo Barnett died earlier that day after experiencing a medical emergency.

#barnett #medical #micahjo #saturday

The NFL's 53-man roster deadline is less than 24 hours away and several teams, including the Atlanta Falcons, have already started making moves. Thus far, the Falcons have waived seven players, cut three others and placed one on the reserve/injured list.
Former Falcons defensive lineman Zion Logue also lost his job on Saturday afternoon. The Buffalo Bills released the former Georgia Bulldogs standout in their first wave of roster cuts.
The 25-year-old was selected by Atlanta in the sixth-round of the 2024 NFL Draft but failed to make the 53-man roster out of training camp. After landing on the Falcons' practice squad, Logue was poached by the Bills early in the 2024 season.
Logue appeared in five games for the Bills over the last two seasons. The 6-foot-6, 325-pound defensive tackle should land on a practice squad at the very least. Perhaps Atlanta will take another look at the former Bulldog.
As for the Falcons, here's a quick rundown of each reported roster move as of Saturday evening.

#roster #saturday #squad

The Los Angeles Sparks made a flurry of roster moves on Saturday, with veteran guard Kate Martin hitting league waivers.
The former Iowa standout got cut by the Golden State Valkyries before the season started but eventually found a home with the Sparks. However, Martin will most likely have to find a new team in the WNBA to finish 2026 if she wants to play.
While Los Angeles technically has a developmental spot open on the roster right now, Martin has played in more than 12 games this season. WNBA developmental players are limited to 12 games played before they must be put on a formal WNBA contract to be eligible to play again. She would hypothetically be ineligible to play if she re-signed with Los Angeles in that way since she's crossed that threshold.
The Sparks claiming guard Aaliyah Nye on waivers after the Atlanta Dream cut her must have made Martin expendable in Los Angeles. Martin averaged 2.3 points, 1.1 rebounds and 0.4 ******* ists this season for the team.
Another WNBA team could claim Martin, or she could sign a developmental deal somewhere else in the WNBA to finish out the 2026 season.

#martin

Seattle Seahawks have officially signed former Detroit Lions first-round pick Terrion Arnold after agreeing to terms with the cornerback earlier this month.
Arnold's arrival was confirmed after the Seahawks made the move official on Saturday, giving the former Alabama standout an opportunity to earn a place in the team.
Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Seattle had officially landed Arnold after reaching an agreement with him.
"Seattle Seahawks officially land former Lions first-round pick after agreeing to terms," Schefter wrote.

#seahawks #arnold #first

Anthony Eyanson recorded another standout start for the Double-A Chesapeake Baysox on Thursday. The former LSU baseball star dropped his overall ERA to 1.51 and continues to impress after a trade sent him from the Boston Red Sox to the Baltimore Orioles at the summer deadline.
Against the Harrisburg Senators, Eyanson hurled 3.2 scoreless innings. He allowed three hits and three walk but also picked up eight strikeouts, three of which came in the first inning. After Eyanson allowed two singles and walk to load the bases with two outs, he got the final batter to go down swinging.
Through four stars with the Baysox, Eyanson owns a 2.14 ERA and 32 strikeouts through 21 innings pitched. He logged the longest outing of the season on August 20, pitching seven innings of one run ball while picking up eight strikeouts.
Eyanson started 2026 in High-A with the Greenville Drive, then earned a promotion to Double-A within the Red Sox organization. Across all three teams he represented in his first season of professional baseball, Eyanson has a 6-1 record with 19 starts. He boasts a 0.95 WHIP and 126 strikeouts over 89.1 innings pitched.
This article originally appeared on LSU Wire: Former LSU baseball star Anthony Eyanson excels with new team

#innings #anthony #baysox #former

An eventful Week 2 of the high school season saw some wet bulb delays, a coach get his first-ever victory, and a Sun Valley sweep.
Here is "The Friday Five" — that's what we call our new feature rounding up the five most important things that happened in Week 2.
Congratulations to Nick King. The former Palm Springs high athletic standout and now first-year head coach at Shadow Hills picked up the first victory of his coaching career Friday. The Knights' defense solved the Wing-T offense of Palo Verde Valley and the offense got on track as Shadow Hills pulled away for a 26-6 victory. Damian Walls had a pair of rushing touchdowns in the win. King and Company will have a short week and a tough task in Week 3 as they play at Yucaipa on Thursday. But tonight, Coach King can go ahead and exhale and celebrate the fact that he's a winning high school head coach.
Last week, the Rancho Mirage defense bent, but rarely broke, as they turned away and shut down a solid Yucca Valley offense. This week, the Rancho Mirage defense bent, but rarely broke, as they turned away and shut down a solid Coachella Valley offense. The Rattlers flummoxed their second straight DVL team and have found a nice mix of offense and defense early this season. There's been a lot of talk about the Rattlers sophomore class and that was on display in this one as the four touchdowns were scored by four different sophomores. Wow! Bentley Arredondo, Jadarius Hester, Reid Keane and Jayden Ayers all scored. That's 2-0 for the Rattlers and that's a good feeling.
The Blackhawks took their usual opening week bye week and there was absolutely no rust to be found as La Quinta ran around, over and through Yucca Valley for a 58-28 victory. The only thing that slowed them down was a wet bulb delay to start the game as La Quinta showed off its balanced offense. Talented tailback Colton LaCrone did his thing with 136 yards rushing and two TDs on 16 carries, while QB Mason Flores threw for 187 yards and three touchdown passes. The defense did its part getting a safety from Dominyck Gonzalez and a pick six from Alfredo Castro. Sure there was some sloppy play that gave coach Juan Ruiz something to talk about during film sessions, but he said it best "Even if there was some sloppy moments, nothing beats starting off the year with a W." One note for Yucca Valley in a mostly forgettable night, Aiden Pope did return a kickoff for a touchdown.

#week

Week 0 is here, and the first game of the day will feature North Carolina vs. TCU in Dublin, Ireland. Both programs will be down a few players, while the Tar Heels are without defensive coordinator Steve Belichick.
But the Horned Frogs will be without their star playmaker. According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, WR Jordan Dwyer made the trip to Dublin, but he will be inactive for the game against the Tar Heels.
Dwyer, a former Idaho standout, transferred to TCU ahead of the 2025 season. With Josh Hoover throwing the football, who is now at Indiana, Dwyer was the No. 2 WR on TCU last season. He caught 54 passes for 730 yards and seven touchdowns.
MORE: Ranking every Week 0 college football game by watchability
Jul 8, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; TCU quarterback Jaden Craig speaks with reporters during Big 12 Conference Football Media Days at The Star. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)

#dwyer #credit #imagn #images

The Green Bay Packers' training camp practices and preseason games are over.
Now, it's time for the team to get to their initial 53-man roster as the regular season approaches in two weeks.
The Packers entered their preseason finale with 90 players on the roster.
Since no starters played in the Packers' thrilling 42-38 preseason victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Friday night, many of the team's players on the bubble or long shots to make the team saw action in the game.
Did any of the standout performers do enough to earn a roster spot?

#green #cardinals

Barcelona now know the road they must go through in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League league phase, with Hansi Flick's side beginning their European campaign at home before facing a potentially decisive trip to Paris shortly before the first Clasico of the season.
The Blaugrana will open their Champions League campaign against Feyenoord at Spotify Camp Nou on Wednesday, September 9, with kick-off scheduled for 6.45 pm.
Barcelona had already learned the eight opponents they will face in the competition, but UEFA has now confirmed the order of fixtures and dates, giving Flick and his players a clearer picture of the challenges ahead.
The Catalan side will play Manchester City, Aston Villa, Feyenoord and Como at home, while PSG, Sporting CP, Galatasaray and Sabah FK await away from Barcelona.
The standout fixture from Barcelona's Champions League schedule is undoubtedly the away match against Paris Saint-Germain.

#side

Bilal Hasan could be the next big thing in the UFC flyweight division.
The recent Dana White Contender Series standout made a spectacular debut at UFC Shanghai, first walking out with a Michael Jackson-inspired entrance on what would have been Jackson's 68th birthday, and then delivering a thrilling performance capped off by a one-punch knockout over Nilson Rojas.
Watch the amazing finish below.
Hasan and Rojas both entered Saturday's event with spotless 9-0 records, but Hasan was the more hyped prospect after earning a UFC contract on DWCS just 18 days ago. "The IndoNinja" didn't notch another sub-one-minute knockout, but he showed plenty of the exciting striking that has fans drooling over the 25-year-old Hasan's potential.
Rojas was a game opponent, showing off solid boxing as he worked to get inside on the speedy Hasan, but Hasan was clearly a step ahead after the opening five minutes as he battered Rojas with laser-sharp kicks and fast counters, and even a little ground-and-pound. In Round 2, Hasan zeroed in and caught Rojas with a booming right hand that ended the contest, with the official time of the stoppage coming 2:28 into the period.

#rojas

We're all done with match action from the first month of the new season, a tad earlier than originally planned. Reading's trip to Oxford United, initially set for August 29, was postponed due to a clash with Reading Festival (at time of writing there's no confirmation on when this game will move to).
We have however had five games across all competitions: two in League One, two in the League Cup and one in the Pizza Vase. Reading have recorded one normal-time win (3-0 at Stevenage) as well as two 1-1 draws that preceded shootout triumphs (Bromley, Wycombe Wanderers), a goalless stalemate at AFC Wimbledon and a 3-4 league defeat to Luton Town.
Performances have been somewhat mixed, with the display at Stevenage (6.64/10, going by our Player Ratings) the clear standout. Otherwise, three displays were remarkably similar (Bromley 5.6, Wycombe 5.64, Wimbledon 5.62), while the one against Luton (5.27) was a lot lower.
That all works out to an average of 5.75. For a bit of context, that's higher than the 2025/26 season-wide average of 5.59 and above every month that campaign but one (August 2025, 5.85).
So now it's time to pick a standout. We've narrowed the choice down to a shortlist of three players, and you can vote for your favourite at the bottom of the article.

#stevenage

The Dallas Cowboys probably didn't have enough room on the roster for third-year pro Marist Liufau. The 2024 third rounder was moved from off-ball linebacker to edge rusher this offseason, but he's behind a long list of guys there, especially after the signing of future Hall of Famer Von Miller. Liufau began working back with the inside backers in the last week or so of practice, but seems behind the eight ball there as well.
His uphill battle may have just gotten worse. In the exhibition finale, the former Notre Dame standout made a tackle late in the first quarter and appeared to injury his left wrist.
Observers immediately made the connection that the Cowboys could now have the ability to place Liufau on injured reserve in order to retain his services without putting him on the 53-man roster. Liuafau is competing with players like Justin Barron and Sam Williams to sneak onto the back end when cuts are finalized by Sunday at 5 pm CT.
This article originally appeared on Cowboys Wire: Injury Update: Roster bubble Cowboys LB exits preseason finale

#ball #back #finale

Photos by Yamaha Racing.
MotoGP is seen as the pinnacle of motorcycle racing, but as the 2027 grid fills up, several proven premier-class riders are finding themselves without a seat. For those awaiting new contracts, the production-based World Superbike Championship is emerging as the obvious alternative.
Jack Miller is the most recent example, as previously reported, after Yamaha confirmed it will part ways with the four-time MotoGP race winner at the end of 2026. The team is promoting Moto2 standout Izan Guevara to partner with Toprak Razgatlioğlu at Pramac for 2027. Miller, an 11-year veteran from Townsville with 210 Grand Prix starts, 23 podiums, and four wins, is considering several options for next year, including a move to WSBK.
"I'm looking at options over in WorldSBK, trying to swap over there and with my experience on the Michelin tire over the last 11 years, hopefully I'll be able to take some of that experience over there and see what we can do in a different form of racing," Miller said ahead of the Aragon Grand Prix. "There's some stuff over there, sure, but we're not in a massive rush to try to secure something tomorrow, it's about making the decision that I like the most going forward. It has to suit me, where I see my career going in the next few years and what sort of route I'd like to take."
Álex Rins, an eight-time MotoGP race winner and 2020 third-place finisher, is another odd man out for 2027. Yamaha's factory team has signed Jorge Martin and Ai Ogura, leaving him without a ride. Rins confirmed ongoing talks with WorldSBK teams and hinted at additional suitors outside the paddock.

#worldsbk #several

On August 19, The TJX Companies (NYSE:TJX) reported second-quarter results that beat its own plan, even though its largest division could not keep pace with the rest of the business. Consolidated comparable sales rose 4%, adjusted earnings per share climbed 11% to $1.22, and management raised its full-year profit outlook. The catch is that Marmaxx, the TJ Maxx and Marshalls business that generates the bulk of TJX's revenue, grew comparable sales just 1%. Everything else in the portfolio ran hot enough to cover for it.
HomeGoods was the standout, with comparable sales jumping 7% on a higher average basket and more shoppers walking through the door at both the HomeGoods and Homesense banners. Segment profit margin there widened 240 basis points to 12.4%, helped by top-line growth and lower tariff costs. Management pointed to a year-round gifting push at HomeGoods as a way to keep the home category relevant between major holidays. TJX Canada and TJX International were just as strong, posting comparable sales growth of 6% and 7%. International margin expanded 210 basis points to 7.3% on a constant currency basis, and executives described customer response to the company's second TK Maxx store in Spain in glowing terms.
Behind all of it sits a sourcing network of roughly 21,000 vendors that management says keeps merchandise flowing faster than the company can buy it. That confidence showed up in TJX's growth plans: the company lifted its long-term store target by 500 locations to 7,500 and said it will accelerate new store openings to a 4% pace starting next year. Shareholders also got $1.3 billion back in the quarter, split between $798 million in buybacks and $529 million in dividends.
Marmaxx is where the story gets complicated. Comparable sales rose just 1%, entirely from a bigger average basket, while the number of transactions actually slipped. CEO Ernie Herrman was direct about the cause, saying the company "could have executed our store mix better" by not always having the right goods in the right stores at the right time. Segment profit margin held flat at 14.2%, and adjusted SG&A crept up 20 basis points companywide on higher store wage and payroll costs.
Management expects added pressure into the third quarter, pointing to higher fuel rates in the back half that are set to weigh on gross margin. Freight costs carry their own separate strain too, tied to a shrinking pool of new truck drivers entering the industry. Third quarter earnings guidance reflects some of that caution, with adjusted EPS projected at just $1.30 to $1.32, only 2% to 3% growth versus a year earlier. Inventory also grew faster than the store base, up 7% year over year heading into the fall and holiday season, meaning the company is betting heavily that Marmaxx's self-inflicted problems get fixed before that merchandise needs to move.

#store #comparable #management #Margin

Chris Braswell entered the NFL as a second-round pick expected to eventually become an important piece of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' pass rush. Two years later, the former Alabama standout could be fighting to keep his place on the roster.
Pro Football Focus included Braswell among 10 NFL players currently on the roster bubble ahead of the 53-man cutdown deadline. PFF pointed to both his limited production and Tampa Bay's improved depth at edge rusher as reasons his future with the team has become uncertain. Through his first two seasons, Braswell has played just 618 defensive snaps. He has generated 35 pressures on 322 pass rushing opportunities while earning a 61.0 overall PFF grade. Those numbers haven't provided the type of development the Buccaneers hoped to see after selecting him 57th overall in 2024.
The Buccaneers selected Rueben Bain Jr. in the first round this year and signed veteran Al-Quadin Muhammad, adding two more options to a room already featuring Yaya Diaby. Not to mention tenured man Anthony Nelson has also made a strong case this preseason with a 92.6 overall PFF grade, while David Walker, who missed his entire rookie season with a torn ACL, has already shown more in one preseason than Braswell has in two years having earned an 80.5 pass rush grade. Meanwhile, Braswell earned a 34.4 overall PFF grade in the opener before missing Tampa Bay's second preseason game. In the chances he has had, Braswell has consistently been swallowed by offensive tackles and shown little to no juice in comparison to the others in the OLB room. In fact, he recorded no stats against the New York Jets.
Moving on from a former second-round pick after only two seasons wouldn't be an easy decision, especially since Braswell is still entering his third year and remains on a cheap rookie deal, but draft status can only provide security for so long when other players are producing. Braswell should have one final opportunity against Jacksonville to show why Tampa Bay should continue investing in his development.
This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: Chris Braswell makes PPF's roster bubble list

#buccaneers #overall #preseason

While primary roster attention often centers on starting lineups, building a complete 53-man roster requires dependable depth. In the Pittsburgh Steelers' preseason finale, running backs Lew Nichols III and Eli Heidenreich delivered standout performances, demonstrating the complementary skill sets necessary to fortify the team's backfield depth.
With protection issues surfacing across the offensive line, running back pass protection has taken on heightened significance in Pittsburgh. Nichols distinguished himself not only by leading the ground attack with seven carries for 40 yards (5.7 yards per carry), but also by executing textbook blitz pickups in pass protection.
"Lew Nichols, seven carries, 40 yards, continues to run hard," noted host Christopher Carter on his "Locked On Steelers" podcast. "He's not just a runner. He's really good in pass protection. I've seen him put defenders down in the dirt and let them know. And that's a big thing that you need, especially what we just got done talking about with the offensive line."
Meanwhile, Heidenreich provided efficient groundwork and finished off a key drive with a touchdown run, carrying the ball nine times for 35 yards. He showed decisive vision when given operational ******* e, adding a scoring threat to the rotated backfield reps.
"Also, shout out Eli Heidenreich," Carter said. "Nine carries, 35 yards, and a tuddy. I thought that he did a pretty solid job when he got the ball in his hands and he had some ******* e to run."

#nichols #protection #steelers

On Friday, TSG Hoffenheim and Bayer Leverkusen found out which teams they will face in the league phase of the Europa League this season. Last season's fifth-placed team Hoffenheim were in Pot 4, while the 2023/24 finalists were drawn out of Pot 1.
Carles Martínez's side will face Ligue 1 sides Marseille and Lyon from the top ranks, while home games against RB Salzburg and Beşiktaş are also standout fixtures. Hoffenheim will also face Lyon and Beşiktaş, in addition to tricky trips to Olympiacos, Anderlecht and Conference League champions Crystal Palace.
Here is a breakdown of who Hoffenheim and Leverkusen will face during the league phase starting 10 September 2026 and ending 28 January 2027.
Marseille (H)
Lyon (A)

#league #leverkusen #Friday

The Hispanic Football Hall of Fame (HFHOF) recently announced its watchlist for the 2026 Hispanic College Football Player of the Year Award, and a Notre Dame freshman is one of 20 players on the list.
Irish wide receiver Devin Fitzgerald, the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer and Arizona Cardinals great Larry Fitzgerald, is in consideration for the second annual award this season. The award is given to the most outstanding college football player of Hispanic ancestry.
"Hispanic athletes are driving the future of college football, and this watchlist ensures their extraordinary achievements get the national spotlight they've earned," said Ron Rivera, HFHOF founding member and former NFL coach via a release. "Their stories bring great pride to our community."
Former Indiana Hoosiers star quarterback, College Football Playoff National Champion and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza, who is currently the quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders, was the first-ever recipient of the award.
Fitzgerald is set for his first season at Notre Dame. A Navy High School All-American, he was formerly a standout at Brophy College Prep (Ariz.). Fitzgerald posted career totals in catches (149), receiving yards (2,125) and touchdowns (26).

#fitzgerald #hall

Manchester United's search for a left-back has developed into a longer game, with Lewis Hall still viewed as the standout target despite Newcastle United's firm position this summer. Credit to Ben Jacobs for The United Stand, whose latest update suggests Old Trafford decision-makers believe there is still a realistic route to the player, even if any immediate move remains highly unlikely.
Hall, 21, has been admired internally for some time and is considered a strong stylistic fit for Manchester United. Yet Newcastle's message has been consistent. After several notable exits from St James' Park during this window, the club have had no intention of entertaining a sale. That has effectively shut down any prospect of a late summer breakthrough.
What keeps the situation alive for United is the belief that the player remains open to the move in the future. "The signs from the Hall camp are he sees a very strong fit at Manchester United," Jacobs said. That confidence appears central to United's thinking, especially as they weigh whether to commit significant funds to another option now or preserve flexibility for a future push.
United have discussed other names, including Alejandro Balde and Jorge Salinas, but Hall continues to stand apart as the priority profile. The recruitment logic is understandable. He offers age, Premier League experience, technical quality and room for further development, all while filling a position that has demanded greater stability.
Newcastle, however, are moving to strengthen their own position. Hall is in talks over a new contract, and Matthias Jaissle has already made clear that Manchester United have "no chance" of signing him. Even so, there is a view at Old Trafford that a new deal would not automatically remove the possibility of a future transfer. "A new deal doesn't mean not for sale," Jacobs added.

#stand

MCDERMOTT — Holding a sizeable lead in terms of possession and shot opportunities is certainly a big deal in the sport of soccer. After all, executing in those areas only increases one's chances for multiple conversions on the scoreboard.
But at the end of the day, the only score that matters is the final score that's displayed on the home and away side.
Not a stranger to competitive contests when they've met up themselves, the Northwest Mohawks' and Valley Indians' boys soccer programs again battled in a competitive match Wednesday evening.
For much of the game, Valley held serve in terms of shots and time of possession, claiming a 28-2 shot advantage in the 80-minute affair with 17 shots on goal.
But a gritty Northwest defensive effort, led by 16 saves from junior goalkeeper Chase Kingrey and an early second minute goal from standout forward Luke Lewis, allowed the Mohawks to defend home and post a 1-1 tie Wednesday evening at Roy Rogers Field in McDermott.

#mcdermott #mohawks #possession #Soccer

Before impressing at Texas and becoming one of the NFL's best running backs, Atlanta Falcons superstar Bijan Robinson became one of the greatest high school athletes the state of Arizona has ever seen.
Robinson set an Arizona state record at Salpointe Catholic, rushing for 7,036 yards and scoring 114 total touchdowns during his time as a Lancer. On Thursday, the school announced that Robinson's No. 5 jersey will soon be retired:
"We're thrilled to announce that Salpointe will honor Bijan Robinson '20 by retiring his iconic No. 5 football jersey at our next school **** embly," the school announced via Instagram. "Even more exciting, Bijan will be joining us on campus for this special celebration! We can't wait to welcome him back to Salpointe and honor the incredible legacy he's created both on and off the field. Congratulations, Bijan. Once a Lancer, always a Lancer."
Robinson rushed for over 2,000 yards in each of his final three seasons. Earning Gatorade Arizona Player of the Year honors during his senior year, the class of 2020 standout rushed for 2,235 yards and 38 touchdowns while also hauling in 12 passes for 314 yards and three more scores. He averaged over 17 yards per carry that year and averaged more than 13 YPC across his 46-game career with the Lancers.
The 5-foot-11, 215-pounder was no under-the-radar recruit, either. He finished as the No. 16 overall prospect and No. 2 running back in the 2020 cycle, according to the Rivals Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all major recruiting media companies.

#salpointe #year #running

Michigan basketball ended its foreign tour on a bittersweet note.
After dropping its first two exhibitions against Lithuania teams, the Wolverines capped their Europe trip with an 84-81 win over Serbia's Mega Superbet on Aug. 27 at the Sportski Centar in Herceg Novi, Montenegro but lost one of their standout freshmen in the process.
Brandon McCoy Jr., a five-star guard and one of the team's two incoming McDonald's All-Americans, exited 20 seconds into the game with an injury. After coming away with a steal on the first possession, he slipped as he drove to the basket in transition.
McCoy stayed down for several moments and was tended to by trainer Chris Williams. He got up favoring his right leg and didn't put any weight on it before he was carried off the court back to the locker room. He never returned to the bench.
The program didn't provide an immediate postgame update on McCoy's injury.

#mccoy #superbet

A head-turning statistic, highlighting the impact of Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé in the club's latest outing, has come to the fore online.
This of course comes after the Frenchman proved himself the star of the show en route to Los Blancos keeping alive a perfect start to the new La Liga campaign.
José Mourinho's troops marked their return to action on Wednesday night, welcoming Real Sociedad to the Santiago Bernabéu for their first home fixture of 2026/27.
The aforementioned Mbappé was in from the off for the evening, hopeful of breaking his duck for the new term after drawing a blank against Espanyol on opening day. And not only did the 27-year-old go on to manage that, but over the course of the 90 minutes, he rattled off a brilliant hat-trick.
Mbappé made his intent clear from the off in the clash, looking hungry for goals and taking aim at the Sociedad net on a whole host of occasions. So much so that the former PSG standout secured for himself a recent piece of La Liga history on Wednesday.

#wednesday #course #himself #kylian

As the Seattle Seahawks prepare for their preseason finale against the Kansas City Chiefs, we at Seahawks Wire wanted to resume a tradition of ours. It's high time we took another trip... Behind Enemy Lines.
Every week, I reach out to my colleagues in the NFL Wires Network to get a better idea of the opponent Seattle will be facing. Up first will be John Dillon, who is the lead writer over at our sister site Chiefs Wire. We'll be reaching out to Dillon later in the year because the Seahawks will host the Chiefs on Sunday Night Football. But for the time being, we're still in the preseason. I asked Dillon four questions about Kansas City at this stage, and his answers are below.
"Walker missed practice on August 25 due to injury, and I fear that his time in Kansas City may end up being defined by his availability rather than his ability to produce — it is my understanding that this was the case in Seattle before the Super Bowl run. Either way, Walker figures to be a key contributor to the Chiefs' offense this season and is still on track to be Kansas City's starting running back in Week 1. If he stays healthy, I expect the Chiefs to commit to giving him ample touches in the running game, which could make him a top performer in fantasy football."
"Andy Reid has always seemed to struggle with his running backs, but I think he has a chance to finally break that trend with Walker. Given that Patrick Mahomes is returning from a serious knee injury on a seemingly rushed timeline, it seems likely that Reid will commit to a more straightforward North-South running game with Walker in the backfield. Plays that don't require any complex footwork or extra movement from the quarterback. It also seems probable that Reid will turn away from some of the run-pass option action that has characterized Chiefs football for so long now. Ultimately, the acquisition of Walker is a hedge against Mahomes' injury and Kansas City's ability (or inability, as it were) to establish a viable air attack in the two-time MVP's absence."
"Rookie wide receiver Cyrus Allen has generated a ton of hype in training camp and has looked like a capable prospect during the Chiefs' two preseason losses. In terms of a lesser-known standout, though, I think third-year defensive back Jaden Hicks is the player to watch. All of the departures in Kansas City's secondary during the offseason have given Hicks a huge opportunity to earn a starting role, and he seems to have made the most of the chance he's been given."

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True entertainers can charm the pants off even the toughest of critics. Although anyone with good Wi-Fi and a clean iPhone lens can go viral, it takes hard work, genuine talent, a whole lot of perseverance, and, of course, innate magnetism to cut through the algorithm and catch the attention of industry gatekeepers and fickle fans alike. And all 31 honorees selected for our 2026 Breakthrough List have done just that.

Actor-writer-director Eva Victor, for instance, went from posting (respectfully) goofy pandemic-era TikTok sketches to darling of last year's Sundance Film Festival with her debut feature Sorry, Baby; now, she calls Pedro Pascal and Olivia Wilde co-stars. For FLO, "Leak It" has established the British trio as one of music's most sizzling R&B acts, while campy duo Haute & Freddy's synthy whimsy and thoughtful lyricism earned them the stamp of approval from a certified pop icon: Lady Gaga. After cutting his teeth with one supporting role after the next, The Shards standout Igby Rigney proves he has what it takes to be one of TV's leading men. Meanwhile, Mexican actor Diego Calva has one Golden Globe nomination to his name, and we predict another coming his way for his tender performance in Jordan Firstman's already-buzzy Club Kid.

Whether they're topping charts with tomorrow's Grammy-winning earworms, delighting audiences in mega-viral social media series, or breathing new life into beloved franchises like Legally Blonde and Baywatch, these artists will remain at the top of our feeds, queues, and playlists for years. Below, meet this year's breakthroughs.
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Calling Jon Hamm, Olivia Wilde, and Amanda Peete co-stars is no small matter, but that's reality for Aimee Carrero, a scene-stealer in Apple TV+'s Emmy-nominated Your Friends and Neighbors. A featured player in dozens of IMDb credits thus far, the Dominican-American actress from Miami has a starring role in the comedy One Attempt Remaining (with Jennifer Garner, Kate McKinnon, John Cena, no less) coming down the pike. As for who Carrero thinks will have a banner year? Inde Navarrette: "I love seeing a young Latina woman out there doing her thing."

What was your first job?
Working in a furniture store—West Elm. A celebrity who will remain unnamed came in and ordered a ton of sh*t. It was gonna be a huge commission for me. I went to ring her up, and the card declined. She says, "I'll be back tomorrow." Never came back.

Who should play you in your biopic?
Olivia Rodrigo. You want someone younger and more beautiful than you to do it.

What's the most underrated movie, TV show, song, or album of all time?
Well, it wasn't underrated at the time, but I do think this new generation needs to get into The X Files. Gillian Anderson was my first celebrity crush. There's a new one coming out—Ryan Coogler's—it's gonna be amazing, I'm sure.
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Some of Hollywood's most beloved actresses began their careers as the friendly, relatable girl next door, then emerged as stunning, glamorous icons on the world's biggest stages. From blockbusters to indies to TV, these women have captured our hearts and wowed us with their style. Here, we spotlight stars who've redefined what it means to glow up in Tinseltown, proving that the journey from approachable sweetheart to dazzling superstar still makes for our favorite kind of story.
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With her captivating screen presence and down-to-earth charisma, Jennifer Lawrence first won fans as an everyday girl in indie dramas before taking on leading roles in massive franchises. Her natural beauty and relatable humor made her a household name, culminating in head-turning style and critical acclaim at international film premieres. Lawrence took home the Best Actress Oscar in 2013 for her performance as a young widow in Silver Linings Playbook, as reported by Today.
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Emma Stone charms with every role, evolving from quirky comedies to powerhouse performances in musical and period dramas. Her journey from comedic standout to multi-award-winning actress is matched by her fashion evolution — always bringing grace and joyful color to the spotlight at major industry events. Stone has claimed the Best Actress Oscar twice, first for 2016's La La Land and again for 2023's Poor Things, according to ABC7 New York.

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Nina Dobrev showed off her newly blonde hair during a picturesque evening out, sharing a carousel of photos and videos from a sunset stroll by the water. The "Vampire Diaries" star summed up the outing in her Instagram caption, simply writing, "glow with the flow." The post quickly attracted attention from famous friends, including Heidi Klum, who commented, "Love this so much on you WOW."
Nina Dobrev's dramatically lighter hair was impossible to miss. During her recent stroll in NYC, the actress wore the blonde locks long and loose, with soft waves and darker roots creating dimension as they caught the golden-hour light. Her outfit was similarly understated.
Dobrev slipped into a fitted black camisole suspended from ultra-thin spaghetti straps, pairing the barely-there top with high-rise, dark-wash jeans. The straight-leg denim kept the look casual, while pointed black heels dressed things up without taking the outfit into overly formal territory. In several photos, Dobrev also carried a black jacket in one hand.
The standout accessory came courtesy of Bottega Veneta. Dobrev carried a white Dustbag Notte over her shoulder, featuring the Italian fashion house's recognizable Intrecciato weave and a gold-tone chain strap. The compact white bag offered a sharp contrast against her black top and dark denim.
Dobrev showed the look from several angles throughout her post. One image captured her posing on a waterfront promenade as the setting sun turned the sky orange behind her. Another offered a closer look at the camisole, jeans, and woven bag.

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