Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry select sleeper teams in the Big Ten this year, diving into Penn State and Washington heading into 2026.
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Chris Simms and Mike Florio explain why 2026 is such a crucial year for the Bengals as the clock is ticking for Joe Burrow and the rest of the Cincinnati roster.
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Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur discusses Jacoby Brissett’s new deal, the decision to select Jeremiyah Love and the lessons he’s learned from Sean McVay, Kyle Shanahan, and his brother, Matt.
CC Sabathia believes the Red Sox “have a chance” to make noise in the AL Wild Card race, especially if the front office can add pieces on offense to compliment strong pitching.
The Toyota USA Swimming National Championships continue through Saturday, live on Peacock and NBCSN.
Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss Baker Mayfield reportedly being set to play without a new contract, breaking down why the Buccaneers and the quarterback aren’t in sync.
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Texans General Manager Nick Caserio told reporters on Wednesday that the team and quarterback C.J.
Deion Sanders expressed interest in meeting with Browns head coach Todd Monken this offseason and the two men were able to make it happen at Browns training camp on Thursday.
When Jadeveon Clowney left the Browns after the 2022 season, the two parties were not on the best terms.
Linebacker Josh Woods is back for another run with the Falcons.
NBA
Also, a new investigation raises questions about Leonard quietly owning part of soccer team.
It is well known that LeBron plans to make a documentary about what may be his final NBA season.
With LeBron James no longer in the picture, Dončić is the Lakers’ unquestioned leader.
The league — and fans — can’t stop talking about LeBron James’ decision to join the 76ers, here is the latest.
MLB
The 32-year-old right-hander came off the injured list after missing 85 games, having had arthroscopic surgery to remove loose bodies in his elbow in April.
The 23-year-old All-Star had X-rays taken after being removed from the game but manager Mark Kotsay said the results were inconclusive.
The Dodgers aren’t rushing the two-way superstar back to the mound because of concern about him overcompensating while his left knee heals.
Vinnie Pasquantino is hitting .232 with six home runs and 33 RBIs in 79 games this year.
Premier League
The second-longest tenured manager in the Premier League is no longer holding that title as Howe has left the Magpies about a month before the start of the 2026-27 season
So, you fell in love with soccer during the 2026 World Cup this summer, and now you need a Premier League club to watch and support for the new season?
Since the start of the last Premier League season, Nottingham Forest have fired three managers and one of them was sacked in part because one of the coaches that Forest fired had brought West Ham hot upon their relegation-threatened heels.
Here’s the full preseason schedule for all 20 Premier League teams as they prepare for the 2026-27 campaign.
Motor Sports
The race in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, has been expanded to six hours this season.
“It’s like you feel so pressured up, but it’s like I finally took the pressure off myself and figured out how to enjoy the process.” - Chance Hymas
Denny Hamlin had another bittersweet moment at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Hunter Lawrence has been “a different dude” in Pro Motocross, leading Kevin Windham and Ricky Carmichael to praise the way he has managed riding alongside the success of his brother, Jett.
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Rotoworld
With most major transactions now complete, here’s a look at some players whose fantasy values may take a hit in 2026-27.
Start preparing for your 2026 fantasy football draft with Rotoworld’s complete Top 200 overall player rankings.
Jorge Montanez breaks down the last week in saves from around the league with updated closer rankings.
Who is stealing bases, who isn’t, why, and how?
Denny Carter details Ladd McConkey’s potential in the Chargers’ offense this season with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel at the helm.
Denny Carter discusses De’Von Achane’s potential workload for the Miami Dolphins this season as he enters training camp as a full participant after nursing a shoulder injury.
Betting
Seattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Preview for July 30
Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals Betting Preview for July 30
New York Yankees vs. Chicago White Sox Betting Preview for July 30
Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals Betting Preview for July 29
Golf
Trey Mullinax has received a six-month suspension for violating the PGA Tour’s anti-doping policy after testing positive for a substance banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency.
The Irishman joins brothers Edoardo and Francesco Molinari in Luke Donald’s backroom team. The competition will be played at Adare Manor in Limerick, Ireland, from Sept. 13-19 next year.
For a sport with a reputation for moving slowly, golf always seems to be in a hurry to appoint the next big star. Jackson Koivun is next on the list and certainly worth watching.
PGA Tour adding tournaments to lucrative Championship Series, Tiger Woods within reach on money list
The PGA Tour is starting to fill in the Championship Series portion of its 2028 schedule with a pair of announcements, one of them a surprise.
21-year-old Jackson Koivun debriefs his first PGA Tour win in just his third pro start after he beat World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler to claim the 3M Open title.
Koivun, 21, beat World No. 1 Scheffler by three strokes on Sunday.
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The Bears had a knack for saving their best work for the latest portions of games while winning the NFC North and advancing to the divisional round of the playoffs last year, but quarterback Caleb Williams isn’t looking for a repeat of that in 2026.
Buccaneers tight end Devin Culp is good to go for training camp.
Zachary Krueger previews the fantasy outlook for the 2026 Washington Commanders.
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Anna Moesch overcame major injury and missing the national team to become the fastest 100m freestyler in U.S. history.
Brody Malone is a three-time U.S. all-around champion and two-time Olympian.
