Texas is the preseason favorite to win the national championship, according to The Athletic's staff predictions. However, Arch Manning is not considered a likely Heisman winner. Other strong contenders for the national title include Clemson, LSU, Notre Dame, Georgia, Penn State, and Ohio State. The staff's predictions...
Iga Świątek, fresh off her Wimbledon victory, won the Cincinnati Open, defeating Jasmine Paolini 7-5, 6-4. This hard-court triumph marks her return to world No. 2 and solidifies her status as a top contender for the upcoming US Open. Świątek's recent resurgence, marked by 18 wins and only two...
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford practiced on Monday, but his status for Week 1 remains uncertain. Coach Sean McVay stated they are taking a cautious approach, evaluating Stafford's back issue day-by-day and week-by-week. McVay expressed that predicting Stafford's availability for the September 7th game against the Texans would be premature....
The Cincinnati Bengals and defensive end Trey Hendrickson are in a contract stalemate. While they've agreed on contract length and average annual value, they remain far apart on guaranteed money, a crucial point for Hendrickson. This mirrors last year's situation with Ja'Marr Chase. With the season approaching,...
Trea Turner's four-hit performance, including his first home run at home this season, and Bryce Harper's two home runs led the Philadelphia Phillies to a 12-7 victory over the Seattle Mariners. Turner's three-run homer highlighted a six-run second inning, contributing to the Phillies' 21-hit offensive explosion. Harper reached...
Jannik Sinner retired from the Cincinnati Open final against Carlos Alcaraz due to illness after falling behind 5-0 in the first set. Sinner apologized to the fans for his early exit, citing feeling unwell the previous day. Alcaraz, who won his 22nd ATP title, expressed sympathy for his opponent...
Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson is set to return to practice after a hamstring injury sustained in training camp. Coach Kevin O'Connell announced Jefferson will gradually reintegrate into practice sessions, starting with limited participation. The Vikings' season opener is three weeks away, providing ample time for...
The Miami Dolphins signed veteran outside linebacker Matthew Judon to a one-year, up-to-$6 million contract. Coach Mike McDaniel stated the signing is independent of any injuries to current players. Judon, a four-time Pro Bowler with 72 career sacks, adds depth to a pass rush that struggled last season, ranking...
Preseason Week 2 saw impressive performances from several NFL teams and players. The Chicago Bears dominated the Bills' second-string defense, while the Seahawks' run game excelled. Other standouts included Ashton Jeanty (Raiders), Cam Ward (Titans), and Anthony Richardson (Colts). Conversely, the 49ers' injury woes and the Panthers'...
Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr.'s future with the team is uncertain. He's been sidelined for Monday's preseason game, and the team may trade or release him. The Commanders have several other running backs, including Chris Rodriguez Jr., Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Austin Ekeler, and Jeremy McNichols, creating depth...
