Patrick Mahomes has admitted he is still missing some of his explosiveness following his serious knee injury, despite helping the Kansas City Chiefs maintain their unbeaten start to the NFL season.
The Chiefs defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 22-6 to move to 5-0, with Mahomes throwing for 272 yards. The quarterback has looked impressive since returning from a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee, but he knows there is still work to do.
Mahomes suffered the injury in December and recovered in time to start the new season. However, his latest comments suggest he has not yet returned to full physical sharpness.
Speaking to reporters after the victory over the Chargers, Mahomes explained that his knee had been feeling better following the team's bye week, although he is still working to regain his previous level of explosiveness.
"After the bye week, I felt better physically… There's still some burst I don't have… But that's something we'll continue to work on," Mahomes said, via Charles Goldman.

#injury #season

ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Champion Jonathan "The General" Haggerty had a ringside view of his brother Freddie Haggerty's toughest ****** ignment yet, and he could not have been happier with how it played out.
The younger Haggerty overcame Rungruanglek TN Muaythai via unanimous decision in their strawweight Muay Thai battle at The Inner Circle 30 in Bangkok's Lumpinee Stadium this past Friday, September 11.
Freddie dropped Rungruanglek twice across the opening two rounds, first with a counter left hook off the ropes, then with a follow-up left hook to the temple off an exit from the clinch.
Rungruanglek tried to weather the storm with digging elbows and working Freddie's legs, but the 21-year-old Englishman stayed composed on the back foot, picking the Thai knockout artist apart with sharp counters until the final bell.
The unanimous decision snapped Rungruanglek's five-fight winning streak and pushed Freddie's record to 25-5 overall, marking his second straight victory of 2026 on the subscriber-exclusive Asia primetime card.

#unanimous #decision #hook #kickboxing

Tapatío had a tough road test against Dorados on Matchday 8 of the Apertura 2026. After a hard-fought match, the Rojiblancos ended up falling 3-1 to the Sinaloa side.
Tapa opened the scoring in the opening minutes with a goal from Daniel Villaseca. However, the home team made the most of its chances to come from behind. Although the Rojiblancos kept pushing forward with different combinations, they were unable to close the gap on the scoreboard.
Now, the young Rebaño will have to turn the page and focus on its next home match, when it hosts Tlaxcala on September 20 for Matchday 9 of the Apertura 2026 in the Liga de Expansión.
The goals:
- What a play to score the opener! In the 8th minute, after a bold diagonal run from the final third, Leonardo Jiménez took the ball, got into the box, and delivered a pinpoint cross for Daniel Villaseca, who arrived to meet it with a great header and open the scoring.- In the 30th minute, the home side leveled the match with a goal by SebastiánCervantes.- The Sinaloa side took the lead in the 66th minute with a goal from Oscar Coronel.- In the 96th minute, Leonardo Vargas scored the final 3-1 of the match.

#matchday

ATLANTA (AP) — Drake Baldwin doubled to center field in the 11th inning to score Ha-Seong Kim from first base and the Atlanta Braves beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-5 on Friday night in the opening game of a key NL East series.
The first-place Braves extended their lead over the Phillies to five games. The teams split a four-game series in Philadelphia that began last Friday.
Luis Arraez's single to left field off Didier Fuentes (7-2) in the 11th drove in designated runner Garrett Stubbs to give Philadelphia a 5-4 lead. Kim's single off Brooks Raley (5-6) in the bottom of the inning drove in Ozzie Albies to tie it. Baldwin followed with the winning double.
Phillies right-hander Jonathan Bowlan blew a 3-2 lead in the ninth. Bowlan gave up a one-out single to Mike Yastrzemski. Pinch-runner DaShawn Keirsey Jr., who was recalled before the game, scored from first on Sean Murphy's single up the middle and center fielder Derek Hill's fielding error.
Aaron Nola gave up homers to Matt Olson in the first and Austin Riley in the seventh. Braves left-hander Chris Sale allowed three runs on only three hits in seven innings but struggled with two outs in the second. Edmundo Sosa singled before Sale walked Bryan De La Cruz and hit J.T. Realmuto with a pitch to load the bases. Derek Hill doubled off the center-field wall to drive in three runs.

#lead

Cienciano del Cusco made a statement in the first leg of the 2026 Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals.
The imperial side made the most of the more than 3,300 meters of altitude at their home ground and defeated Montevideo City Torque, taking a valuable lead in the continental tie.
From the start of the match at the Inca Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium, the Peruvian side set a relentless pace to suffocate the Uruguayan team. With high pressing and constant ball movement, Cienciano turned its superiority into goals and controlled the key moments of the match.
With this favorable result at home, 'Papá' will travel to Montevideo with the comfort of holding the advantage on aggregate. The return leg will decide who advances to the semi-finals of the South American tournament.
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.

#cienciano #montevideo #made #match

Here's a bullet-point rundown of USA players whose clubs were in action this weekend (Friday through Sunday). Players are divided by position groups (which helps my depth-chart-oriented brain to process this information most usefully). Stats are from FotMob.
Folarin Balogun (25) did not travel with Monaco for their 2-1 away win over PSG on Friday. Balogun is also not included in Monaco's Conference League list.
Justin Ellis (19) played 75 minutes, provided an **** ist, and created 2 chances in Orlando City's 1-0 win over San Diego FC in MLS on Saturday.
Daryl Dike (26) played 66 minutes, created 1 chance, and missed 1 big chance in Orlando City's 1-0 win over San Diego FC in MLS on Saturday. Dike had the hockey **** ist on Ellis's **** ist (above).
Josh Sargent (26) played the full 90, scored a hat trick, and missed 1 big chance in Toronto FC's 4-4 draw with the Chicago Fire in MLS on Saturday. Sargent was rated Man of the Match by FotMob.

#played #balogun

After losing to Real Betis on Friday, Real Madrid are hoping to bounce back when they host Inter Milan in their Champions League opener on Tuesday. Jose Mourinho failed to win European football's premier competition during his first spell in charge, and that failure will drive him to ensure that he achieves this goal second time around.
If they are to claim La Decimosexta come next June, Real Madrid must ensure they finish inside the top eight in the league phase, as this will see them avoid the jeopardy of the play-off round, which they have featured in on the two occasions since the new format premiered. Getting off to a good start against Inter will be crucial, although Mourinho looks set to be without one of his key players for the match.
In the closing stages of the Betis defeat, Marc Cucurella had to be replaced by Alvaro Carreras. Mourinho revealed in his post-match press conference that the full-back suffered with cramps, but it has since been reported that the 2026 World Cup winner is a major doubt to face the Nerazzurri because of this issue, as per MD.
Cucurella will not be out for long, but the idea is that he does not recover in time to face Inter. Mourinho will know that taking any unnecessary risks with one of his key players would be unwise, which is why Carreras is likely to make his return to the starting line-up, having been left out for the matches against Malaga and Betis.
All being well, Real Madrid will be able to manage without Cucurella for the match against Inter. He should be fine to return for the encounter with Rayo Vallecano next weekend, at which point Los Blancos will try to return to winning ways on the domestic scene.

#Inter #mourinho

On August 29, at the O2 Arena in London, Filip Hrgovic inflicted a shock defeat on heavyweight rising star Moses Itaumato become the new IBF heavyweight champion. Fans, fighters, and boxing coaches have had their say on what went wrong for the Brit, and Ryan Garcia is the latest to have his say when speaking to the media ahead of his September 12 WBC welterweight world ******* le defence against Conor Benn.
Moses Itauma (14-1, 12 KOs) entered the ring at the O2 Arena as a huge odds-on favourite against the experienced Croatian, Filip Hrgovic (21-1, 16 KOs). Itauma took no time to settle, quickly showcasing his blistering hand speed and impressive accuracy.
Despite the constant onslaught from Itauma, Hrgovic stood tall and took everything, and as the fight progressed, the Brit looked to be tiring. The Croat's right hand began to land with more regularity. The ninth round saw Itauma enter a state of barely being able to stand up, and Hrgovic let his hands go, with the towel coming in from Ben Davison just as the referee stepped in to wave the fight off. The O2 fell into stunned silence as Hrgovic and his team celebrated wildly that he was the new IBF heavyweight world champion.
"It's a marathon. Don't look too much into this defeat. Look into what you need to fix, for sure. But don't let it get you down completely. You were obviously the better fighter. You just weren't conditioned, and you just don't have enough experience at this current time to take that.
"But I don't think he did bad. He was doing pretty good, but…I don't know what was going on with his head. If you watch his interviews before, he's saying that he's not the best physcially right now (not sparred 12 rounds), nor mentally, but it will still be enough to beat Hrgovic. That's a really bad mindset," said Garcia, reflecting on Itauma's defeat.

#brit

Done deal.
The third sale of the Seattle Seahawks in the 50-year history of the franchise as a member of the NFL is official. The team announced the NFL-record $9.61 billion sale from the Estate of Paul G. Allen to the Khosla family that league owners approved last week in a unanimous vote officially closed Thursday.
Vinod Khosla, his wife Neeru Khosla and son Neal Khosla are now the controlling owners of the Super Bowl champions.
This the first time a defending Super Bowl champion has been sold within months of winning it all.
The Khoslas become the Seahawks' first owners other than the late Paul Allen or his sister Jody, the chair of his estate, since 1997. That was the year Paul Allen bought the franchise from Ken Behring for $194 million.

#seahawks #super #estate #sale

After months of speculation and anticipation, the NBA dropped the hammer on the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday over their reported scheme to circumvent the salary cap for Kawhi Leonard.
And what a hammer it was. The league has stripped the Clippers of five first-round draft picks, fined owner Steve Ballmer $30 million, fined Leonard $700,000 and suspended Ballmer, president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank and president of business operations Gillian Zucker.
It is a team-changing blow to LA, which many have noted also gave up five first-rounders, two pick swaps and future MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in a trade for Paul George at Leonard's request.
The Clippers have already released a statement rejecting the NBA's findings and promising to challenge them. It remains to be seen how that will play out, but the NBA has certainly thrown down a harsh first move.
But how harsh is it compared to other cheating scandals in recent sports history? Let's compare the Clippers' sanctions to the bites other teams have received for bending the rules for a competitive advantage in recent sports history, which we are cutting off at the year 2000.

#fined #operations

Nebraska football printable 2026 schedule with dates, times and TV lineup originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Cornhuskers could improve as a team and have a similar or worse record because of a rugged schedule.
Nebraska went 7-6 last season, and the Cornhuskers follow that with a slate that includes a three-game stretch at home against defending national champion Indiana, at Oregon and at home against Washington. Nebraska closes the regular season with a home game against Ohio State and a road game against nemesis Iowa.
The Cornhuskers have some talent. Transfer quarterback Anthony Colandrea was the Mountain West's offensive player of the year last season. He'll have a chance to shine under offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen. Nebraska will need to replace Emmett Johnson, last year's Big Ten rushing leader.
MORE: Nebraska's Johnny Rodgers reacts to AP All-Time All-America honor

#Cornhuskers #last #schedule #offensive

With the NWSL season in full swing, we take a look at several young players who are making their mark on the pitch. From amazing talent with the ball, incredible work-rates, and finishing abilities, these players embody the traits footballers strive for.
As teams try to make their way up the table to secure playoff spots, these players will be instrumental in their teams' success. Here are just six of many great young talents in the NWSL this season.
Melanie Barcenas is THAT player. As a defender, you know what that means. Nothing is more terrifying than being up against her one-on-one. Barcenas' control of the ball when it is at her feet is simply ridiculous. Her goal against Denver earlier this season was absolutely unfair.
One of the young players that has signed with NWSL sides, Barcenas was 15 when she first put pen to paper for San Diego. At 18 now, she is still growing and developing her game. Her talent is off the charts, and she matches it with a fierce energy and the exuberance of youth.
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#nwsl #barcenas #teams #here

Bobby Marks can't help but remember the fall of the New Jersey Nets when he thinks about the Golden State Warriors. They didn't win a ring two decades ago, when Marks was rising through the Nets' front office. They made two straight NBA Finals (2002, '03), and they missed on six straight first-round picks. They tied up money in Jason Kidd and later Vince Carter, when both had hit 30. And they then fell to suffering one of the worst seasons in NBA history – 12-70 – in 2009-10.
"I lived through it, man," Marks, now ESPN's NBA front office insider and formerly the Nets' ****** istant GM, told the Chronicle. "When it doesn't work, when you don't draft great, or maybe players just don't work out for whatever reason – there is a loud thud, from a roster-building standpoint."
The thud may hit in Golden State, whenever Stephen Curry walks off the floor at Chase Center for the last time. On Saturday, the 38-year-old Curry becomes eligible for the fifth contract extension of his career, likely his last. There's not a dominant young cadre waiting to step in: all but one (Moses Moody) of the Warriors' six first-round picks from 2018-22 are on other NBA rosters or out of the league entirely.
Golden State's ability to sustain any kind of championship foundation, now, will trace in large part directly back to any deal their franchise icon signs at some point between Saturday and June 2027.
"The Curry part," Marks said, "dictates what the Warriors' flexibility is."

#Nets

With training camp and the NFL preseason wrapped up, the New England Patriots are on to building their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season.
New England, including the league's other 31 franchises, will need to reduce their rosters from a maximum of 90 to no more than 53 by 6 p.m. ET on Sunday, Aug. 30. As a result, hundreds of players will hit the waiver wire and the open market over the next few days, including up to 37 Patriots.
In addition to the roster cuts, a multitude of other transactions, ranging from trades, waiver-wire pickups, free-agent signings and players being moved to injury lists, will be made. To not get lost in all the action, we have you covered: welcome to our annual Patriots roster cuts tracker.
Make sure to bookmark and regularly visit this page, where we will compile all the latest news, rumors and instant ******* ysis in one place. For an up-to-date look at the team's roster, please click here. For all the latest odds about the Patriots' 2026 season, head over to Fanduel Sportsbook.
Soon to come.

#roster #waiver #latest

What channel is Bills vs. Steelers on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch NFL Week 3 preseason game originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Steelers want to end preseason play on a positive note when Pittsburgh takes on the Bills at Highmark Stadium.
After impressing against the Packers, Will Howard threw two interceptions against the Jets. He looks to rebound against Buffalo, while Drew Allar looks to make a statement as the Steelers aim to figure out a crowded QB picture.
The Bills are 2-0 in preseason play, outscoring the competition 60-21. Josh Allen is already in MVP form.
Here is everything you need to know about Steelers vs. Bills, including TV and streaming options for Thursday's preseason game.

#sporting #looks

After losing the first game of the Premier League season, Tottenham hopes to avoid an upset in the second round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, Aug. 26, hosting second-tier Charlton Athletic in London.
That matchup is one of four matches on Wednesday with Premier League sides Newcastle United and Everton also in action. Chelsea (vs. Luton) and Fulham (vs. Wimbledon) play on Thursday, the last of the 11 Premier League teams not involved in European competition who entered the second round.
The nine teams playing in Europe will join play for the third round, with the draw for those matches set to be held at the conclusion of Wednesday's games.
The Carabao Cup is being streamed on Paramount+.
Watch Carabao Cup live

#second #TOTTENHAM

The Green Bay Packers have a new alternate uniform. On Tuesday, the Packers -- along with seven other NFL teams from the NFC North and AFC South -- unveiled their "Rivalries" uniforms for the 2026 season. The Packers will be wearing their new look on Sunday, Oct. 11 against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field.
The uniforms, which are inspired by the team's history and the uniqueness of the franchise's stock certificates, feature off-white helmets and pants and a vintage green uniform with a new number and lettering font, plus a Lombardi-era alternate logo on the chest.
You can take a closer look at the uniforms here.
So, do you like the new uniforms for the Packers? Vote below:
Do you like the packers new Rivalries uniform?

#like

Coach Mark Pope and the Kentucky basketball team received a big boost over the weekend with the announcement that Mark Mitchell would be transferring to the Wildcats. The forward averaged 18 points and 5 rebounds per game last season, and was one of the SEC's best players.
Thanks to a Kentucky court ruling on Friday, Mitchell is currently eligible for the 2026-27 season and will play for Kentucky. The NCAA is likely to appeal the ruling, however.
If he plays, he's obviously a talented forward who can impact games, and even dominate if needed. More importantly, he brings versatility to the roster, and allows Pope to mix up the lineups, giving him flexibility to go with different personnel depending on the matchup.
Mitchell will likely be the starting power forward in most lineups, but there are many ways Pope could move the guys around him. Here are some of the possibilities.
Zoom Diallo

#season

Formula 1's Dutch Grand Prix has been red-flagged after one lap following an enormous accident for home hero Max Verstappen.
At the end of lap 1 on a damp circuit, Verstappen lost control of his Red Bull as he tagged the white line on the inside of Zandvoort's final turn - the banked, flat out Luyendyk corner leading onto the main straight.
Verstappen veered head on into the outside wall, before his car crossed the track and came to a stand still on the inside.
The Dutchman soon reported he was "OK" and apologised to his team for ending his race early.
Verstappen was fortunate not to be collected by any other cars, with Alpine's Pierre Gasly taking avoiding action, while in the background Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto also narrowly avoiding a huge accident after spinning in front of his team-mate Nico hulkenberg.

#avoiding #formula #bull

Everyone remembers the infamous snap Anthony Richardson took to kickoff the QB competition in Baltimore. You know, the one that set Twitter on fire that night?
It's very rare that a preseason play would cause this much debate. After all, the preseason is as vanilla as it gets. But Anthony Richardson took a lot of heat, literally and figuratively, for not seeing the free runner and taking a massive shot in an exhibition game.

Most people blamed Richardson's lack of understanding of the protection, while others quietly wondered if this was a poor play design.

Well, the Colts ran it again this year.. And this time it was an interception.
Let's breakdown the play further, and why potentially it's given the Colts some trouble.
WHAT HAPPENED WHEN RICHARDSON RAN IT IN BALTIMORE?
There's a lot of philosophies to handling pressure from a defense. You can try to block it up or you can invite the pressure and throw hot no matter what. The Colts historically have gone with the former.

#anthony #baltimore

Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA -- The Los Angeles Sparks lose to the Atlanta Dream, 124-88, at Crypto.com Arena on August 20th, 2026. The Sporting Tribune's Nico Alba was there to capture the following TST images.
Los Angeles Sparks coach Lynne Roberts is looking for answers after giving up a bucket during a WNBA game against the Atlanta Dream, Thursday August 20th, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Los Angeles Sparks coach Lynne Roberts is looking for answers after giving up a bucket during a WNBA game against the Atlanta Dream, Thursday August 20th, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Sparks forward Rae Burrell (12) tries to drive past the defense during a WNBA game against the Atlanta Dream, Thursday August 20th, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.

#atlanta

The Oregon Ducks have released multiple rosters this offseason, but on Wednesday night, they finally revealed the new heights and weights for every player on the 2026 roster.
Several Ducks have mentioned transforming their bodies this offseason as a key focus, either adding or shedding weight. Matayo Uiagalelei was one of the notable losers in the offseason, hoping to slim down and to become quicker and bendier on the edge. Nasir Wyatt, on the other hand, added weight to be more physical on the edge while also sliding around on defense.
With the release, we also officially learned the height and weight of the freshmen on the roster, some of whom have already seen massive transformations since arriving on campus, while others are, by nature, massive.
The entire roster is worth a look, but some players stood out more than others. Let's take a look at some of the most notable changes and additions to the roster this season.
QB Dante Moore up 14 pounds to 220 pounds

#ducks #pounds

Roman Anthony Sends Red Sox Loud Message In First Rehab Game originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Roman Anthony did not need long to remind the Boston Red Sox what they have been missing. Anthony began his minor league rehab ****** ignment with a nearly perfect night at the plate Tuesday, going 2-for-2 with a two-run home run, two walks and two RBIs in the Portland Sea Dogs' 7-5 victory over the Reading Fightin Phils at Hadlock Field.
It was Anthony's first game action since a right ring finger injury forced him out of Boston's lineup in early May. The results could hardly have been more encouraging.
Anthony reached base in all four of his plate appearances and delivered the biggest hit of the night for Portland. More importantly, the 22-year-old showed no obvious hesitation at the plate after spending more than three months working his way back.
Anthony walked in the first inning before collecting a single in the third. The defining moment arrived in the fifth. With Portland holding a 2-0 lead, Anthony launched a two-run home run to extend the advantage to four. Brooks Brannon followed with an RBI single, giving the Sea Dogs a 5-0 cushion.

#roman #dogs #rehab

Rodri has finalised a four-year contract to join Barcelona from Manchester City, the club have announced.
The midfielder, named player of the tournament during Spain's World Cup triumph this summer, completed a £65.4million transfer on Tuesday after undergoing his medical with the club.
Rodri spent seven seasons at City, helping them win the Premier League **** le on four occasions and scoring the decisive goal as they beat Inter Milan in the 2023 Champions League final.
"Barcelona and Manchester City have reached an agreement for Rodri, who is committing to the Catalan club until June 30 2030," read a statement from the LaLiga champions on their website.
Barca's statement added Rodri is "considered one of the best players in the world in his position", adding he "stands out for his tactical intelligence, composure on the ball, ability to regain possession and precision in his passing".

#league #statement

Shams Charania: Free agent F Haywood Highsmith has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Phoenix Suns, his agent Jerry Dianis tells ESPN.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Haywood Highsmith to re-sign with Phoenix Suns on one-year deal

#deal

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Scottie Scheffler was back to his dominant form Sunday, turning a two-shot lead into a runaway in the FedEx St. Jude Championship. He closed with a 4-under 66 for an eight-shot victory, the largest in the 68-year history at the TPC Southwind.
Scheffler ended nearly seven months without winning, a season that has been marked by astonishing consistency but only one trophy to show for it from his season opener at The American Express in the California desert.
This was only close for a fleeting moment. After months of little things getting in the way, Scheffler hit a bunker shot on the par-5 third that would have settled a few feet away for a tap-in birdie. But it landed on a sprinkler head, took a hard hop and rolled through the green into the water for bogey.
"I was like, 'Man, when is this going to stop happening?'" Scheffler said.
That shrunk his lead to one shot over Sungjae Im. Then Scheffler made consecutive birdie putts on the fifth and sixth holes and was on his way. Playing in the final group in stifling heat and the most wind all week, Scheffler matched the best score Sunday.

#lead #months #birdie #tenn

Elite high school football players have spent years fighting up the depth chart, getting collegiate notice and becoming stars. With the start of the 2026 football season approaching, its time for the upperclassmen in 2027 and 2028 to shine, and the underclassmen to begin making their names known.
USA TODAY Sports is proud to present its preseason All-America team, highlighting 36 players on both sides of the ball who are primed to become household names now and in the future. Champions like David Gabriel-Georges, record-breakers like Roye Oliver III, and showstoppers like Jalen Brewster represent a loaded field that destined for highlight reels and national recognition.
These three teams were dictated based off a variety of factors, including performances in previous seasons, statistics, recruiting rankings and projections for how they will grow in the coming year. It's a profile of who to watch closely — they may be repping your favorite teams on Saturdays and Sundays in the near future.
Without further ado, here is the USA TODAY Sports All-America National Preseason Team.
Quarterback: Elijah Haven, Dunham School (Baton Rouge, LA), Sr.

#America #school #team #national

The John Mackey Award has been around since 2000 and is handed out by the Nassau County Sports Commission annually to college football's most outstanding tight end. With a bunch of preseason college football award watch lists being unveiled recently, the Mackey Award got in on all of the fun, with an Ohio State tight end landing on the preseason watch list.
To be frank, Ohio State has not been known for tight ends during its illustrious history, but this year, many believe Northwestern transfer Hunter Welcing could be a good one. He was an All-Big Ten Honorable Mention last season and will be entering his Redshirt Senior campaign after transferring to Ohio State.
Last year, Welcing tallied 28 catches for 296 yards (10.6 avg.) and two touchdowns to lead the tight end position in Evanston. Nate Roberts is projected by many to be the starting tight end for OSU, but the experience of Welcing could win out, especially with the loss of Max Klare and Will Kacmarek, who are now both in the NFL. And don't worry, Buckeye fans, if Roberts does grab the starting nod and receive a bigger volume of time, he could be added to the watch list later in the season.
In the meantime, though, there's no doubt Welcing will be in the rotation with his size, experience, and ability.
Ohio State has never had a John Mackey Award recipient, since it is arguably the best at producing elite wide receivers in the entire country, but it would be nice to get the recognition when the John Mackey Award is announced on December 11 during ESPN's Home Depot College Football Awards Show.

#state #welcing #john #college

Oologah came away with a split against a pair of Class 6A opponents, while Inola used a big third inning to highlight Friday's Rogers County softball action.
The Lady Mustangs knocked off Yukon 7-3 before falling to Moore 3-0 at the Broken Arrow Festival, with Jocelyn Leak reaching a major career milestone in the latter game.
Meanwhile, Inola pulled away from Booker T. Washington for a 10-3 home victory.
BA FESTIVAL
OOLOGAH 7, YUKON 3

#oologah #inola #county #lady

New York Giants fullback Patrick Ricard left little doubt about the identity head coach John Harbaugh is installing in East Rutherford.
Appearing on NFL Network's Inside Training Camp Live, the veteran lead blocker said the message was clear from the moment Harbaugh recruited him.
"You know, when Harbaugh was recruiting me to come up here, he told me that he's building a bully in New York, and I think that's exactly what we're trying to do," Ricard said. "We're trying to be the bullies in this area. And if you come to MetLife Stadium, you're gonna get bullied, and that's exactly what we want to be."
Ricard spent his entire previous career with the Baltimore Ravens under Harbaugh before signing with the Giants this offseason. The coach's pitch about constructing a physical, imposing roster proved decisive. That same emphasis on toughness has been visible throughout training camp, where Ricard and other newcomers have set a more violent tone in the trenches and on the edges.
The fullback stressed that the goal extends beyond mere toughness. The Giants aim to field physical teams that play harder than anyone else and seek to dominate every game.

#ricard #harbaugh #come