Aug 22, 2026, 01:59 PM ET
The 2-year-old son of Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver died June 28 after he was found unresponsive in a swimming pool by family members at a residence outside Hous… [+1722 chars]

The 2-year-old son of Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver died June 28 after he was found unresponsive in a swimming pool by family members at a residence outside Houston.

ESPN

Bills star DT Ed Oliver mourning tragic death of son - ESPN

Lando Norris has pipped George Russell to pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix with Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli rounding out the top three.
The reigning world champion beat sprint… [+3216 chars]

Lando Norris achieved his second pole of F1 2026 after Budapest last time out

autosport.com

F1 Dutch GP: Norris pips Russell to grab pole - Autosport

The Detroit Lions face off against the Washington Commanders in the first 2026 preseason game at Ford Field. With both teams expected to play some starters, it should be the most entertaining and tel… [+3197 chars]

The latest news, analysis, highlights and score updates for Detroit Lions vs. Washington Commanders preseason Game 2.

Prideofdetroit.com

Lions vs. Commanders: Live score updates, highlights, news - Pride Of Detroit

A right calf strain and a tweak to that same calf in June have kept Giancarlo Stanton out of the Yankees’ lineup since April 24.  Just when it seemed like Stanton was making solid progress towards a … [+3201 chars]

A new injury may mark the end of the slugger's 2026 campaign. MLB Trade Rumors has more on Stanton's latest setback.

MLB Trade Rumors

Giancarlo Stanton Sustains New Calf Injury - MLB Trade Rumors

Things were looking up for the Broncos after their preseason opening victory over the Atlanta Falcons. All three phases of the team played well, and they handled the Falcons on the road despite missi… [+18764 chars]

Mile High Report

Stock Up, Stock Down after the Broncos’ loss to the Packers in Week 2 of the preseason - Mile High Report

Archie Gray captains Tottenham Hotspur for the first time in a competitive match as they take on Brentford in their Premier League opener
Roberto De Zerbi has selected his opening Tottenham team of … [+1959 chars]

Here's the first Tottenham Hotspur team that Roberto De Zerbi has selected for the new Premier League season for the trip to Brentford

Football.London

Tottenham confirmed team vs Brentford - Archie Gray breaks club record as captain - Football London

Alabama's quarterback competition is over, and the keys to the Crimson Tide offense belong to sophomore Keelon Russell. Third-year coach Kalen DeBoer is expected to name Russell as its starting quart… [+6199 chars]

Russell, the second-ranked quarterback in his recruiting class, beat out Austin Mack for the top spot at Alabama

CBS Sports

Alabama names Keelon Russell starting QB: Why former 5-star could raise Crimson Tide's ceiling - CBS Sports

Following a pair of joint practices, the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles will take things inside Gillette Stadium for preseason game No. 2.
After Drake Maye and the Patriots top offense… [+4465 chars]

New England continues its preseason at Gillette Stadium on Saturday night.

Pats Pulpit

8 Patriots to watch in preseason game vs. Eagles - Pats Pulpit

HULL, England -- Midway through the second half at MKM Stadium, the traveling Manchester United fans were informed by the announcer that most of their return trains had been canceled.
It prompted a … [+5565 chars]

Was Man United's season-opening defeat to newly promoted Hull City a bump in the road or a warning sign of a difficult campaign to come?

Too soon to panic? Man United see problems exposed in Hull City defeat - ESPN

The Super Bowl champs are going to have to learn to operate with a target on their back everywhere they go. That includes the campus of Vanderbilt in Nashville, Tennessee. On Friday, the Seattle Seah… [+6603 chars]

The Titans seem encouraged… does that mean Seattle should feel discouraged?

Field Gulls

What is, and is not concerning, after Seahawks joint practice with Titans - Field Gulls

A June 3 arrest of Ravens receiver Rashod Bateman came to light on Friday. The NFL is investigating.
The club has been in contact with the league regarding the matter, which is under review of the p… [+1642 chars]

A June 3 arrest of Ravens receiver Rashod Bateman came to light on Friday.

NBCSports.com

NFL is investigating the allegations against Rashod Bateman - NBC Sports

Last year I said that Little League umpires should be held more accountable, and I've never felt more vindicated in my life.
For those who haven't followed every pitch of the ongoing Little League W… [+1897 chars]

A controversial strike three on a 3-2 pitch with bases loaded ended California's rally against Iowa's Cooper Thissen in the Little League World Series.

Fox News

Little League team gets absolutely screwed on final pitch of no-hitter, fans stunned by call - Fox News

Fifa president Gianni Infantino has been asked to stay away from a youth football tournament in the Dominican Republic this weekend by Concacaf president Victor Montagliani.
In a letter seen by the … [+2157 chars]

Gianni Infantino has been asked to stay away from a youth football tournament in the Dominican Republic this weekend by Concacaf president Victor Montagliani.

BBC News

Gianni Infantino: Fifa president asked to stay away from youth tournament in Dominican Republic - BBC

Aug 22, 2026, 10:19 AM ET
NEW YORK -- Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz to create a powerhouse mixed doubles pair in her return to the US Open.
The U.S. Tennis Association announced … [+2908 chars]

Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz to create a powerhouse mixed doubles pair in her return to the US Open. Williams, meanwhile, is not planning to play singles after the final wild card was given to Sofia Kenin.

Serena Williams won't play US Open singles, in doubles with Alcaraz - ESPN

Andy Pages was hit on the left hand by a Bubba Chandler fastball in the third inning of yesterday’s 5-4 Dodgers win over the Pirates, and manager Dave Roberts revealed postgame that Pages had suffere… [+3100 chars]

The center fielder will miss most or all the remainder of the regular season. MLB Trade Rumors has more on how the Dodgers plan to fill the void.

Andy Pages To Miss 4-5 Weeks Due To Fractured Hand - MLB Trade Rumors

For Anthony Hernandez, a little home cooking at UFC Sacramento might be exactly what he needs to get himself back on track for a title shot.
Raised in Dunnigan, just a quick trip up the highway from… [+8147 chars]

Anthony Hernandez looks to bounce back from a tough loss, while Gregory Rodrigues can cement himself as a contender with a big win at UFC Sacramento.

MMA Fighting

UFC Sacramento predictions - MMA Fighting

HOUSTON The Raiders have been remarkably consistent about Fernando Mendoza since the day they made him the first overall pick in the NFL draft.
He is their future.
They also believe there is no rea… [+6093 chars]

The Raiders have been remarkably consistent about Fernando Mendoza since the day they made him the first overall pick in the NFL draft.

New York Post

Raiders’ QB timeline could move even faster after Fernando Mendoza’s performance - New York Post

I've got some hot takes. What are yours?
HT #1: Trade QB3 Jalen Milroe after '26 pre-season game three. 
 '25 Preseason QB Plan A: Trade away QB Geno Smith to the Raiders for a '25 third-round pick… [+4395 chars]

Pre-Snap Reads: Injuries set to test Seahawks depth at WR - Field Gulls

When LIV Golf hired Fresh Tape Media to produce content such as podcasts and video clips ahead of the season, executives at the boutique creative agency leapt at the opportunity to work with supersta… [+384 chars]

The upstart golf league is playing what could be its final tournament ever as executives scramble to find new investors

The Wall Street Journal

The Final Days of LIV Golf: Unpaid Bills and a Scramble for Cash - WSJ

That game was quite the roller coaster, but ultimately the Cubs fell to the Mariners in the series opener, 6-5. They’re now six games behind the Brewers in the NL Central race. More importantly, the … [+2257 chars]

That game was quite the roller coaster, but ultimately the Cubs fell to the Mariners in the series opener, 6-5. They're now six games behind the Brewers in the