The Carolina Panthers face the Arizona Cardinals as the NFL preseason kicks off with the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio. Watch on NBC, Peacock and the NBC Sports App.
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Follow along for updates as the NFL begins its 2026 preseason schedule on NBC and Peacock.
UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava reflects on his rise as the Bruins’ ‘unquestionable’ leader in the last year, playing under Bob Chesney, and how his large family shapes his time on and off the field.
Frederick Richard eyes his first national all-around title at the Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships this week, live on Peacock and NBCSN.
The FIBA Women’s World Cup is Sept. 4-13 in Berlin.
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Donald could be on the field for 30-40 snaps in Week 1 vs. 49ers.
Mike LaFleur is surprised by his brother, Matt, as he interviews with the FNIA crew ahead of the Hall of Fame Game.
Adam Vinatieri looks back at some of the top moments of his Hall of Fame career and explains huis decision to make Carlie Irsay-Gordon his presenter into Canton.
Mike Tomlin, Jason Garrett, Devin McCourty and Maria Taylor discuss the players they would enshrine into the Hall of Fame if they had a “Golden Ticket.”
NBA
Also some talk about Jonathan Kuminga’s future, as well as the Sacramento Kings.
The Lakers look poised to be one of the top teams in the West, but it only works with a healthy Doncic.
Part of that future has the union’s eyes focused on the next CBA negotiations.
The Kings are looking for a backup point guard and mentor for Darius Acuff Jr., could Westbrook be the guy?
MLB
Sidelined for “at least a few weeks,” Trey Yesavage hits the injured list leaving fantasy managers to look for other options. Eric Samulski shares why the Blue Jays SP must improve command to be relied upon.
Eric Samulski explores the ripple effects of Kyle Harrison’s return to the Brewers rotation, where he showed off impressive stuff before leaving after 69 pitches.
Following Hunter Greene’s placement on the 15-day injured list, Eric Samulski shares why he isn’t expecting the Reds’ starter to pitch again this year.
Eric Samulski examines what’s behind Paul Skenes’ recent struggles, highlighting why some of it can be attributed to back luck and how several numbers under the surface offer hope moving forward.
Premier League
Arsenal are swinging for the fences in the transfer market this summer, but the Gunners have missed out on their top attacking target with Vinicius Junior reportedly set to sign a new contract at Real Madrid.
Mo Salah and his new team will compete in Europa League qualification beginning August 20 when they meet Ferencvaros or Gornik Zabrze in the playoff round.
Jaissle and his new club have a lot to do to hit the ground running, as Newcastle looks set to lose Bruno Guimaraes to Arsenal after selling Sandro Tonali to Spurs and Anthony Gordon to Barcelona.
Here’s the full preseason schedule for all 20 Premier League teams as they prepare for the 2026-27 campaign.
Motor Sports
Carson Wood finished fourth in Moto 1 and is in position to challenge for the overall victory. Two points separate him from Ryder Malinoski.
Zach Osborne and Phil Nicoletti gave the young riders a lesson by example in the Open Pro division.
Mayla Herrick’s pair of crashes came in the final three laps.
Ryder Malinoski finished ahead of his ClubMX training partner Jesson Turner.
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With reports indicating Chase Brown is lining up “all over the formation,” Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter explain why he’s set to be one of the “centerpieces” of the Bengals’ offense this year.
Stefon Diggs’ arrival to the Commanders creates a “totally different environment” than expected for the team’s pass-catchers, where Chig Okonkwo stands to lose the most opportunities as a result.
Fresh off a contract extension, Jonathan Taylor once again shapes up as an elite fantasy RB1. Patrick Daughety and Denny Carter share why Daniel Jones will linger as the biggest variable for the star RB.
The top players for 2026 at running back, wide receiver, quarterback, and tight end with explanations for every rank.
Jorge Montanez breaks down the last week in saves from around the league with updated closer rankings.
Jahmyr Gibbs sits at the top of the ranks as the runaway 1.01 heading into 2026 Best Ball drafts on DraftKings.
Betting
The Nationals (56-60) survived in 11 innings of action against the Phillies (61-54), beating Washington, 10-4.
Atlanta Braves vs Miami Marlins Game Preview
San Diego Padres vs Arizona Diamondbacks Game Preview
Chicago White Sox vs. Boston Red Sox Betting Preview for August 6
Golf
The PGA Tour confirmed the FedEx St. Jude Championship, the leadoff postseason event since 2022, would not be part of the top-tier Championship Series in 2028.
The event is going from a popular small-market event in western New York to offering a $5 million purse that ranks among the richest outside the majors.
The final regular-season event determines the top 70 who advance to the postseason and are assured a full card for 2027.
Ryan Gerard opened the year with consecutive runner-up finishes. He earned his way into the U.S. Open and Open Championship, lost in a playoff at the Memorial and goes into the Wyndham Championship at No. 16 in the FedEx Cup as he looks toward making the Tour Championship.
The 24-year-old Thorbjornsen sealed his spot in the FedExCup playoff after rolling into the Motor City No. 69 in the standings.
Michael Thorbjornsen explains how he managed to stay calm and confident navigating a packed leaderboard to emerge with his first PGA Tour win at the final edition of the Rocket Classic.
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Twins take momentum toward the trade deadline with a goal to buy after last year’s stinging sell-off
The Minnesota Twins haven’t forgotten the sting from the day of the trade deadline last year.
Earlier this week, Packers tight end Tucker Kraft said he was expecting to begin practicing “very soon.”
Indiana’s Curt Cignetti is ‘stalking complacency’ as Hoosiers get ready to begin their title defense
Curt Cignetti wants his program to maintain the same edge it carried while working its way up.
Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was able to do some practice work on Thursday after missing the start of camp with back tightness and head coach Kevin Stefanski gave an update on how he’s feeling on Friday morning.
Pat Fitzgerald fought his way back to coaching in the Big Ten. Kyle Whittingham practically fell into it after 21 years at Utah. Now, they share similar missions in one of the fiercest rivalries in college sports.
