The 2026 NFL regular season is right around the corner, with only a couple of weeks until the preseason kicks off for the Cleveland Browns, as training camp is underway. It's no secret that if the Browns want to be competitive in 2026 after two rough seasons that saw their head coach get fired, they will have to lean on their defense to be one of the league's best units while the offense tries to figure things out.
Luckily for the Browns, their schedule, on paper at least, isn't one of the league's hardest, and outside the top four or five quarterbacks they face this year, they aren't facing the league's hardest group of signal callers. In our latest podcast, we sat down and ranked all 14 quarterbacks from worst to best as well as broke them into tiers.
Two of the division rivals have the top two guys on the list in Joe Burrow of the Bengals and Lamar Jackson of the Ravens, who remain two of the best quarterbacks in the entire NFL; unfortunately, Cleveland has to, of course, face both of them twice this season.
To hear our full rankings and explanation, you can check out the most recent episode by clicking here.
This article originally appeared on Browns Wire: Cleveland Browns Podcast: Ranking the 14 QBs the Browns face in 2026

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The Champions return to Paradise to unfurl the flag as they kick off the new season against Dundee on Monday, August 3, 7:30pm KO.
It's set to be a fantastic evening as the new campaign gets underway after a celebration of the Celts' achievements in the 25/26 Double-winning season.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of the clash.
If you're a first-time visitor to Celtic Park, or if it's just been a while since your last match, please take a look at our first-time fans page for all the helpful information you need to make your day go smoothly.
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#first #season #need

It's that time when OneFootball highlights the top shirt releases of the week.
There were clubs betting on more "out-there" colors, plenty of third kits, and star players getting to know their new looks.
Take a look below and have your say: which shirt caught your eye the most in a positive way?
The new away shirt celebrates the Worker Bees, a historic symbol of the city of Manchester since the Industrial Revolution.
The shirt has black as its base color, yellow-gold details, and several watermark-style bee graphics throughout.

#take #industrial

Last season, the Minnesota Vikings clawed their way to a 9-8 record, winning their last five games in a row. While the offense struggled, the defensive side of the ball played very well, finishing third in total defense. This was spearheaded by a few unsung heroes who are looking to have an even bigger impact in 2026.
According to Zachary Pereles of CBS Sports, defensive tackle Jalen Redmond is in line for a big season, as Pereles listed him as an under-the-radar player entering 2026. Here is what he had to say:
Last year, the Vikings brought in bigger names -- Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave -- only for Redmond, a former undrafted free agent who spent time in the XFL, to outplay both of them by a wide margin. He racked up six sacks and finished 11th in PFF's run defense grades among interior defensive linemen. His disruptive abilities against both the run and the pass are impressive.
Redmond was a pleasant surprise last season, and with the departure of Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave, Redmond is in line for significantly more playing time alongside rookie Caleb Banks. Redmond is on a one-year deal, and should he play at the level of last season or even more, he could be due for quite the payday next offseason.
This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: Which Vikings DL is flying under-the-radar heading into 2026?

#Vikings

Felicia, the flagship brand of Andriani Societa Benefit, announces a multi-year partnership with Juventus Football Club, becoming the Club's Official Healthy Food Partner. The agreement brings together two organisations that share values, including innovation, the pursuit of excellence and a strong focus on quality of life.
Felicia and Juventus aim to promote increasingly conscious consumption habits, highlighting the role of a balanced diet as an integral part of an active lifestyle.
Felicia will be present throughout the Juventus ecosystem through a structured program that includes brand visibility, digital content and dedicated experiences for supporters and the Bianconeri community. The agreement includes a presence at Allianz Stadium during Serie A and Italian Cup matches, activities at the Juventus Training Center and the production of exclusive content developed in collaboration with Juventus Creator Lab, providing direct access to Juventus' extensive global social media audience of more than 190 million followers.
The project will also directly involve the Club's sporting operations. Felicia products will become part of the Men's First Team's nutritional plan, confirming the shared focus on quality, innovation and wellbeing. The decision is consistent with the brand's commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle inspired by the Mediterranean diet and biodiversity at the table, through products that are naturally gluten-free, rich in plant-based protein and whole grains and also suitable for athletes.
"This partnership marks an important milestone in Felicia's journey to strengthen its presence in the world of sport through the promotion of a positive and responsible approach to nutrition," said Marco Lentini, Marketing Director of Andriani Societa Benefit. "Working with an organisation such as Juventus means helping to raise awareness of issues related to wellbeing, taste, and the value of food biodiversity. It is the meeting of shared values and a common ability to create authentic connections between people, generations and communities.

#societa

Can the Boston Celtics compete with a Philadelphia 76ers that has LeBron James and Jaylen Brown? The Celtics Atlantic Division rival has taken Boston's second-best player in a trade likely motivated as much by the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) as it was by play style, and parlayed that into making their team a desirable landing spot for James in free agency.
With Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe already on the roster and on the cusp of becoming one of the better backcourts in the East if not the league, the addition of Brown likely locks up that status. There are still questions about the health of Joel Embiid and who will play the 4, but a lot of the worries in the frontcourt got boosted by LeBron coming to Philly this summer. Can Boston beat the squad their own choices helped spawn?
The folks behind the "Big 3 NBA" podcast put together a clip from a recent episode of their show. Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say about where the Celtics stand vs. the new-look Sixers.
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#celtics #boston #philadelphia

Utah and Brigham Young are the flagship universities in the Beehive State. Most of the success in college athletics comes from those two schools. However, there are five other institutions in the state that play in Division I that are worthy of attention.
Yes, the exercise of recognizing the 10 greatest college athletes who played in Utah is going to focus on the Utes and Cougars, who both have taken a circuitous patch to eventually reach their current membership in the Big 12 Conference. The Cougars boast a Heisman Trophy winner and several other well-known quarterbacks. The Utes have their own notable success in multiple sports.
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But the list is also going to include some other standouts who didn't play on the biggest stage in the state. Utah State and Weber State respectively produced a Pro Football Hall of Famer who also gained notoriety outside the sporting world and a future Basketball Hall of Famer.
The only Heisman Trophy winner from one of Utah's schools, Detmer was one of the most prolific passers in college football history. He threw for 15,031 yards and 121 touchdowns while setting 59 NCAA records in his time with the Cougars. His biggest moment from the 1990 season came against No. 1 Miami when he passed for 406 yards in an upset of the Hurricanes that kick-started his Heisman run.

#cougars #Football

Florida State football head coach Mike Norvell is set to discuss the Seminoles' first day of preseason camp, with a press conference expected to start at 11 a.m.
FSU held its first of 18 practices on July 29, with the Seminoles ramping up preparation for kickoff against New Mexico State on Aug. 29.
The Seminoles were picked to finish 11th in the ACC in the conference predicted order of finish poll, the lowest in the program's history. For Norvell to turn that around, he will need a dramatic improvement after a 7-17 record over the last two seasons.
That starts in preseason camp. Follow live updates from Norvell and select players below.
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#seminoles #preseason #press

Ed Orgeron has never been the kind of coach who disappears quietly. These days, the former LSU national championship coach is spending part of his offseason doing something few expected. But did you ever imagine him reading out fantasy football draft orders for fans on Cameo? Well…
"What's up guys, it's Coach O. Soon-to-be football season. I know we can't wait," Ed Orgeron opened his video with his familiar gravelly growl.
Another clip has him rattling off league names with the same intensity he once had for SEC Saturdays: "Check out these leagues. Jambalaya, Hush Puppies, Po' Boys, Gumbo."
In another clip, Orgeron jokingly predicts, "The old lady, Queen Kelsey, will beat you in fantasy football this year."
These days, Coach O isn't barking into a headset in front of 100,000 people. He's talking straight into a phone camera instead. Birthdays. Fantasy football leagues. Random shoutouts. Fans pay for the videos on Cameo, and lately those fantasy draft-order clips have been making the rounds again. Turns out that gravelly voice still grabs attention.

#Football #fans #draft

Piers Morgan calls Saltburn CC's 'Clicky Ponting' 'biggest cheat in cricket history', brands alleged click-gate 'shameful scam' originally appeared on Cricket News. Add Cricket News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Piers Morgan branded the Saltburn CC fielder the biggest cheat in cricket history.
The broadcaster called the alleged finger-clicking a shameful scam spanning years.
The North Yorkshire and South Durham Cricket League has launched a formal investigation.
The club cricket cheating row that erupted over the weekend has escalated into a global talking point, and it has now drawn the attention of one of Britain's most prominent broadcasters. Piers Morgan has weighed in forcefully on the Saltburn Cricket Club controversy, adding considerable heat to an already viral scandal.

#Cricket #shameful

Barack Obama encourages Caitlin Clark ahead of WNBA All-Star Game: 'Don't let all this nonsense get you down' originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
While she is a bona fide star in the WNBA, controversy comes with life as a star for Caitlin Clark. Former U.S. President Barack Obama made sure to let the Indiana Fever star know she was doing a great job and not to "let all this nonsense get you down."
The Fever had a difficult start to the season, but have recently picked it up and lead the East with a 17-10 record.
Situations both on and off the court have wiggled their way into Clark's life as a star, and she's been forced to deal with more than anticipated.
Here's what the former U.S. president said to the three-time WNBA All-Star.

#barack #clark #sporting

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 03: Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills carries the ball against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter at Highmark Stadium on November 03, 2024 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images)
After talking about these 2026 fantasy football players to know with a week five and six bye, there’s a ton of very good offenses with a week seven bye. That includes the Buffalo Bills, Jacksonville Jaguars, Washington Commanders, and Los Angeles Chargers.
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Among those four teams, there are quite a few players that are fantasy football relevant, and we’ll be talking about the ones you need to know today. As always, the ADP for this article will be referenced from the consensus ADP over at FootballGuys.

#players #week #november

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Ryan Fox arrived back in New Zealand on Friday after carrying the British Open championship -winner's claret jug from one side of the world to the other, hankering for some sleep and a gourmet pie.
Fox was embraced at Auckland airport by his father, former All Blacks rugby player Grant Fox, as he arrived with his wife Anneke and two children. Fox birdied the final hole at Royal Birkdale last Sunday for his first major win.
"It's good to be back," he said.
A few hours later, media found the 39-year-old Fox at his local bakery, enjoying his favorite steak, bacon, jam and cheese pie. He hopes in coming days to able to show off his trophy to New Zealand, to get in some fishing and maybe a round of golf.
But first, sleep. Fox has had a hectic schedule of travel and interviews since his win.

#arrived #wellington #Friday

DETROIT (AP) — Tarik Skubal said his preference is to finish the season with the Detroit Tigers and compete for a championship, though knows his next start could be his last with the team.
"I think we have a chance to win World Series," Skubal said Thursday. "I've said that since spring training. That's never changed. That belief in this team has never changed throughout the season. Obviously we put ourselves in a tough situation, but I think we've come out of that situation playing really good baseball.
"Going into spring training and the whole offseason, I've never been more motivated to try and win a World Series for this city, the team that drafted me and helped develop me. That's always been the goal, and that will never change unless I'm told I'm on a different team."
The Tigers have until Aug. 3 to decide whether to keep Skubal, who can become a free agent after the World Series, or to deal the two-time Cy Young Award winner in a blockbuster trade to perhaps bolster their future with players and prospects.
Skubal (6-5. 2.83 ERA) is scheduled to pitch against the Kansas City Royals on Friday night at Comerica Park and acknowledged it might be his last start for the Tigers.

#World

Yes, the Stallions may be checking out of Birmingham.
Beyond the conspicuous absence of Birmingham from the list of UFL teams looking for a head of business operations, UFL co-owner Mike Repole has made it clear that a relocation is possible if not likely.
"Sitting in a senior leadership meeting planning the [the UFL] 2027 season, one thing is becoming very clear," Repole said Tuesday on Twitter. "The right market. The right sized venue. A passionate fan base. That’s the WINNING formula. I have a hard time seeing us back at Protective Stadium next year. It goes against one of the biggest principles we’re building this league around [. . .] smaller stadiums, packed houses, real energy and a true home field atmosphere. Birmingham, I am looking and need options and ideas."
It's hardly a coincidence that the UFL posted notices for the head of business operations jobs at all teams except Birmingham that same day. A move out of Birmingham looks to be firmly in play.
Will there be a Birmingham alternative to Protective Stadium? With a capacity of 47,100, that's way too big for the UFL. Repole wants venues that more easily reflect the presence of human beings in the building.

#protective

India begin their three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club on Thursday, desperate to end a run of six consecutive defeats in the format.
The reigning T20 World Cup champions were swept 2-0 by Ireland and blanked 4-0 by England on a miserable tour of the British Isles.
Zimbabwe arrive with confidence of their own, having just completed a home T20I series against Bangladesh, and Sikandar Raza's side will fancy their chances against a heavily rotated Indian squad.
With Vaibhav Sooryavanshi returning and several uncapped players in line for debuts, all eyes will first turn skywards in the Zimbabwean capital. The Sporting News takes a look at the latest weather forecast for matchday.

#zimbabwe #series

As a quarterback battle brews in Tuscaloosa, Nick Saban sees a parallel with one of the most uncertain preseasons of his coaching career with Alabama football.
During an appearance on SEC Network on Wednesday, July 22, the legendary coach reflected on the Crimson Tide's turbulent 2015 quarterback competition, when three different QBs saw action through Alabama's first three games before Jake ***** er ultimately led the program to a national championship.
Those days are gone, and the Kalen DeBoer era has arrived. The current offense isn't loaded with weapons like Derrick Henry or Calvin Ridley, but instead returns the least amount of production in the SEC.
"We just needed a quarterback to manage the game and not mess it up, and (to) be able to throw the ball down the field and complement the great running game we have," Saban said of the 2015 situation.
While the circumstances aren't identical, Saban believes Alabama once again has multiple quarterbacks capable of winning games on its roster.

#saban

Jeff Pearlman has spent much of the last several years positioning himself as one of sports media's loudest critics, frequently calling out journalists, broadcasters and media personalities over their work and ethics.
Now, the longtime sportswriter and bestselling author finds himself on the other side of that conversation.
Pearlman, a Southern California resident who has taught journalism as an adjunct professor at Chapman University for the past decade, publicly apologized after YouTube creator Velodus accused him of plagiarizing large portions of a 2021 video about former New York Yankees prospect Ruben Rivera. Awful Announcing was the first to detail the scandal.
Velodus published a detailed follow-up video identifying what he said were 23 instances in which Pearlman's video mirrored his original work, including newspaper clippings, archival footage, photographs and editing choices. According to Velodus, several graphics even retained alterations unique to his original edit.
Pearlman's version appeared on his Press Box Chronicles YouTube channel, which has a significantly larger audience than Velodus' channel, and included a sponsored advertisement. After the allegations gained traction, Pearlman made the Rivera video private, deleted his Bluesky account (he had already previously deleted his X/Twitter account) and later released a TikTok video addressing the controversy.

#several

Veteran Belgian defender Thomas Meunier said he was "hugely excited" to "begin a new chapter" after he signed for Premier League side Sunderland on a free transfer on Wednesday.
The 34-year-old -- one of Belgium's 'golden generation' whose last hurrah was a World Cup quarter-final exit to Spain -- signed a two-year contract.
The 83-times capped Meunier, who has played club football at the top level in his homeland, Germany, Turkey and France, had been at Ligue 1 side Lille.
"I am hugely excited and honoured to join Sunderland," said Meunier in a statement on the Sunderland website.
"I'm very happy to be here and to begin this new chapter in my career.

The Virginia Tech Hokies are operating on a different level these days. After hiring James Franklin as head football coach last November, it was later revealed that Virginia Tech would also be looking for a new school president and athletic director, as President Tim Sands and Athletic Director Whit Babcock announced their retirements.
Last month, Virginia Tech found Babcock’s successor, hiring Brian White from Florida Atlantic University. Before his time at FAU, White also spent time at Tulsa, Louisiana Tech and Missouri. He’s the son of retired Duke AD Kevin White and the brother of Tennessee AD Danny White and Georgia men’s basketball coach Mike White.
White brought his top ******* istant, Ryan Gottlieb, over as Deputy Athletics Director and Chief Strategy Officer.
On Tuesday, White made another big-time hire, hiring Brad Bell as the Executive ******* ociate Athletics Director of Advancement and Executive Director. Bell comes to Blacksburg from the University of Georgia, where he spent the past five years as ******* ociate athletic director for major gifts. You had me at Georgia.
Bell comes from a fundraising background, with 14 years of experience. He raised tens of millions during his time at Georgia. He played college football at Furman, where he was a four-year letterman.

Eric Fisher joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss:
Whether the MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia could be the last for a while
Why the CBA negotiations are the most public and contentious in 25 years
How the salary cap and salary floor debate could lead to lost games
How teams will approach the trade deadline differently because of the CBA

Nick Dawkins was a three-star recruit when he joined Penn State’s 2020 recruiting class. He did not crack the starting lineup until 2024, but his impact was immediately felt on the offensive line. Dawkins earned All-Big Ten honorable mention in 2024 and won the Wuerffel Trophy for his leadership off the field. He was again named a team captain in 2025 and remained a key piece on the offensive line.
Dawkins did not hear his name called in the 2026 NFL Draft, but he signed on with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent. He will join former teammate Vega Ioane in Baltimore and compete for a spot on the Ravens’ 53-man roster in the fall.
Only 53 more days until Penn State’s season opener against Marshall!

Conor McGregor is getting no sympathy from his former rival, Dustin Poirier.
McGregor, a former two-division UFC champion, promised the greatest comeback in sports history in his rematch against Max Holloway at UFC 329 Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The event marked McGregor's first fight since breaking his leg in a trilogy fight against Poirier in 2021.
Unfortunately for McGregor, his return failed miserably. McGregor injured his knee with the first kick he threw, and the bout was stopped shortly after.
While some feel bad for McGregor, Poirier doesn't sympathize with the Irishman. Apart from their rivalry, in which McGregor took personal shots at Poirier and his wife, McGregor has tainted his image in the public with numerous altercations at bars and clubs, and most notably was found liable in a civil case for ***** ual ***** ault in 2018.
"It couldn't have happened to a better guy," Poirier said on Deep Waters. "That injury couldn't have happened to a better guy. I saw earlier this week, he said, 'Karma is a mirror,' and it definitely is. This guy is a dirtbag. I don't know if it was nervous energy. I don't know why he would start a fight like that. They're saying this was planned to start the fight, like training to open the fight like that with this jump kick. But I just don't understand why he would. That's like a Hail Mary. You're throwing a Hail Mary to start a 25-minute fight. I don't understand what's going on with that."

Among their many objectives, Milan will rework their wings this summer and are ******* sing a few options, starting with Noussair Mazraoui, who already played for Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, Matteo Moretto reports (via SOSFanta).
The chase is in its early stages. There have been no direct contacts between the two clubs for now. The player is under contract until 2028 with an option. The fullback headed to Old Trafford from Bayern Munich for €15M in 2024 and has accumulated 77 appearances, dishing out 3 ******* ists. He had started his career at Ajax.
Milan will eventually decide whether to bid for Mazraoui or target different players. In the meantime, they are open to selling Pervis Estupinan just a year after acquiring him for €20M. Aston Villa have shown some interest. Ideally, he’d leave for a similar fee.
According to TuttoSport, the Rossoneri are eyeing a right-footed specialist. Amorim might use Alexis Saelemaekers on the left flank. They could duel with Inter for Guéla Doué. They have tendered a five-year contract with a €2.5M salary. Rafik Belghali, who has been offered to several Serie A sides after Verona’s relegation, is among the cheaper alternatives. His price tag is €15M.
It’s not one of their most urgent needs, as Davide Bartesaghi is perfectly viable and Zachary Athekame eventually proved to be an okay backup, but they’ll obviously need an addition if they get rid of Estupinan without taking a bath, which is easier said than done. If they really want to blow their tactics up and have all wingers with inverted feet, they should go after an offensive-minded option like Doué’s teammate, Diego Moreira.

MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins drafted ***** anese slugger Rintaro Sasaki out of Stanford in the eighth round of the amateur draft on Sunday.
The 21-year-old first baseman played two seasons at Stanford, hitting .262 with 16 homers and 47 RBIs as a sophomore last year.
Sasaki played under ***** anese superstar Shohei Ohtani's father, Toru, as a kid and is ***** an's all-time high school home run leader.
Fukuoka SoftBank of Nippon Professional Baseball has exclusive negotiating rights after using a first-round pick on Sasaki last October, so he faces a decision whether to remain in the US or head back to ***** an to start his professional career.
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The Braves are looking to bounce back from a soggy series opener with ReyLo on the mound. First pitch is at 7:15 pm ET.
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Andoni Iraola and the transfer committee continue their behind the scenes work to transfer the team in preparation for the upcoming pre-training. Players from around the world will begin trickling back to the training centre this month and the real preparations for Iraola's inaugural season with the team will commence.
It's almost mid-July, but with the World Cup in full swing, less has been accomplished in the transfer market than Liverpool likely would have wanted at this point. The final configuration of the team is still nowhere near complete. As the summer carries on, rumours continue regarding who the transfer committee has its eyes set on.
Recently relegated Wolves are dealing with their own shake up, and Brazilian midfielder Joao Gomes is one of the players who is looking to jump ship. Initially near an agreement with Atletico Madrid, the potential transfer has since collapsed.
Now reports in Brazil are that both Liverpool and Manchester United have made contact with Wolves, showing their interest in the 25-year-old. He's said to be valued by the club at about £38m.
Wolves' player of the season has proven Premier League experience and shone even while playing for struggling Wolves last season. It's also an affordable price in today's transfer market. It's unclear if this is a genuine interest from the Reds or another case of sending out feelers to see their options.

Juventus and Cygames have renewed their partnership until 2027. Cygames' logo will again be worn on the back of the Men's First Team shirt through the 2026/27 campaign, continuing a collaboration that began in 2017 and has become one of the longest-standing commercial partnerships in the Club's history.
Through the years, Juventus and Cygames have built a strong and lasting relationship based on innovation, creativity and a shared international vision. This renewal reflects the success of a partnership that has evolved alongside the rapid changes transforming the worlds of sport, entertainment and digital media.
As one of **** an's leading entertainment companies, Cygames has earned a global reputation through its ability to create world-class experiences across video games, animation, manga and digital entertainment. The company's talent for building passionate communities around its content while continuously innovating has made it a natural partner for Juventus and a valued member of the club's family of partners.
Looking ahead, the partnership will continue to leverage Juventus' global platform, its digital ecosystem and the Juventus Creator Lab, creating new opportunities to engage fans through innovative storytelling and increasingly compelling content.
Peter Silverstone, Juventus Chief Business Officer, said:

Respect around the NFL isn't always measured by statistics or awards. Sometimes, the greatest compliment comes from the players lining up across the field every game day. Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers received exactly that kind of recognition after checking in at No. 71 on the NFL's annual Top 100 Players list.
Most are familiar. For those who aren't, this is a ranking voted on by fellow players. For a young receiver entering his fourth NFL season, it's another sign that his reputation continues growing well beyond Baltimore. Flowers has steadily evolved into the Ravens' top receiving threat since arriving as a first-round pick in 2023.
His speed, route-running ability, and explosiveness after the catch have made him one of Lamar Jackson's most trusted targets while creating problems for opposing secondaries every week. The NFL Top 100 has always carried a little extra significance because it reflects the opinions of players who study film, compete against one another, and understand how difficult sustained success can be. Flowers' placement at No. 71 suggests his peers recognize what Ravens fans have watched over the past three seasons.
Flowers is no longer simply an emerging young receiver. He's becoming one of the league's most respected playmakers. The recognition also arrives at an important time for Baltimore's offense. Flowers has firmly established himself as the Ravens' No. 1 wide receiver.
The organization continues searching for additional production around him. Rashod Bateman is looking to bounce back, while younger receivers like Devontez Walker, LaJohntay Wester, Ja'Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt hope to carve out important or larger roles.

Spain and Belgium meet in a blockbuster 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal on Friday, July 10, with a semifinal matchup against France on the line.
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July 6, 2026; Seattle, Washington, U.S.; Belgium's Charles De Ketelaere celebrates scoring their first goal. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
Date: Friday, July 10, 2026
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