1:30 pm CT August 15, 2026Share this update
Chad Leistikows rapid reactions
12:44 pm CT August 15, 2026Share this update
An observation on defense
Chad Leistikow
During a third-down play recentl… [+8013 chars]

Iowa football's Kids Day at Kinnick open practice was held Saturday in Iowa City.

Hawk Central

Iowa football, live updates from Kids Day at Kinnick open practice - hawkcentral.com

On the docket this morning are the 200 IM, 50 free, and 200 breast, in addition to slower/early heats of the women's 800 free and men's 1500 free.

SwimSwam

2026 Pan Pacific Championships: Day 4 Prelims Live Recap - SwimSwam

The Blue Jays have placed first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on the seven-day concussion IL. In a corresponding move, they selected outfielder Daz Cameron to their major league roster. To make room … [+3170 chars]

The Blue Jays made a handful of roster moves today after Vladimir Guerrero Jr. entered concussion protocol on Friday night.

MLB Trade Rumors

Blue Jays Place Vladimir Guerrero Jr. On Concussion IL - MLB Trade Rumors

Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur said on Thursday night that rookie running back Jeremiyah Love could have returned to the teams preseason game against the Raiders after injuring his ankle, but the … [+556 chars]

Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur said on Thursday night that rookie running back Jeremiyah Love could have returned to the team's preseason game against the Raiders after injuring his ankle, but the injury has turned out to be a bit more serious.

NBCSports.com

Jeremiyah Love out at least a week due to ankle injury - NBC Sports

Three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Devon Witherspoon and the Seattle Seahawks have reached an agreement on a four-year, $132 million extension, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Saturday.
The contrac… [+2377 chars]

The Seahawks and Pro Bowl cornerback Devon Witherspoon have reached an agreement on a four-year, $132 million extension, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN

Sources: Seahawks, CB Witherspoon agree to 4-year, $132M deal - ESPN

We've got big drama in the Little League World Series.
For the second year in a row, sign-stealing accusations have blown up on the internet, with the latest taking place in Friday's game between Wi… [+3623 chars]

Little League World Series rules deem sign-stealing unsportsmanlike conduct, yet umpires took no action after Wisconsin flagged Iowa's relay signals.

Fox News

Little League World Series sign-stealing controversy erupts for the second straight year - Fox News

A lot of fonts. A lot of details. A lot of red for a black uniform. Check out Sam McKewon's three takes on Nebraska's alternate Halloween uniforms.

Omaha World-Herald

'It's a lot:' Sam McKewon's 3 takes on Nebraska's alternate Halloween uniforms - Omaha World-Herald

The Commanders 2026 preseason opener against the Dolphins went pretty much as planned. Washington gave up an opening drive score, mainly with the second-team defense against Miamis starters. They loc… [+4317 chars]

Kaytron Allen, Quan Martin see stock go up, Sam Hartman has stock down after Commanders 20-7 preseason win over Dolphins

Hogs Haven

Mark Tyler’s Studs and Duds from Commanders preseason win over Miami (@tiller56) - Hogs Haven

The Dolphins soft-launched their post-Tua existence on Friday night, with a preseason opener featuring a 14-play touchdown drive engineered by new quarterback Malik Willis.
After his performance, wh… [+1467 chars]

The Dolphins soft-launched their post-Tua existence on Friday night, with a preseason opener featuring a 14-play touchdown drive engineered by new quarterback Malik Willis.

Malik Willis draws positive reviews from Jeff Hafley, De’Von Achane - NBC Sports

When two quarterbacks are competing for one job, its often perceived that the player getting the first crack as to any of the various checkpoints has the edge.
And so its fair to wonder whether the … [+1599 chars]

When two quarterbacks are competing for one job, it's often perceived that the player getting the first crack as to any of the various checkpoints has the edge.

What does Deshaun Watson getting the first preseason start mean for the QB competition? - NBC Sports

Sunny day at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea take on Real Sociedad for our last preseason match before the 2026-27 officially begins. It fit our general spirit as the Blues seemed eager to show home fans … [+1805 chars]

WINNER WINNER A REDEEMING SECOND HALF DINNER

SB Nation

Chelsea 3-1 Real Sociedad, Friendly: Post-match reaction - weaintgotnohistory.sbnation.com

Because you are coming from a location (Virginia) covered by a Privacy Law, many of the features of TribLIVE.com, like videos and social media elements are disabled. If you wish to proceed to the sit… [+617 chars]

TribLIVE

Mark Madden’s Hot Take: Mason Rudolph remains Steelers’ safest bet behind Aaron Rodgers - TribLIVE.com

The recent fight between Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and LSU over the re-issuance of his number started with a demand that the school stop using his name, image, and likeness. It reportedly… [+2201 chars]

The recent fight between Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and LSU over the re-issuance of his number started with a demand that the school stop using his name, image, and likeness.

Jayden Daniels reportedly wants LSU to return its copy of his Heisman Trophy - NBC Sports

There are things we can learn from grinding every single little detail of preseason action. I've done this for years, and on the whole, it's very helpful to nitpick these things. I'll do my best to c… [+14988 chars]

Hayden Winks shares his fantasy football observations from the teams that have played in Week 1 of the preseason.

Yahoo Entertainment

NFL Preseason Week 1 Fantasy Football Takeaways: Jeremiyah Love, De’Zhaun Stribling among rookies to impress - Yahoo Sports

The Jets preseason opener in 2026 is in the books. What was notable from this game? Here are my thoughts.
There generally is an overreaction to rookie quarterbacks first preseason game. Ill try and … [+3609 chars]

Gang Green Nation

Five takeaways from the Jets’ preseason opener against the Buccaneers - Gang Green Nation

A weekly feature with Steelers Contributing Writer/Editor Brian Batko's thoughts, analysis and commentary on the Steelers. Four downs' worth of insight, and always going for it: no punting allowed.
… [+6479 chars]

It was a QB-friendly start, to say the least

Steelers.com

Four-Down Territory: Clear signs of McCarthy's methods - Steelers.com

Throughout last summer, there was enough concern around the Minnesota Vikings organization about J.J. McCarthy being the team's starting quarterback that some players and staffers actually viewed Max… [+6081 chars]

Opposing teams have dug into McCarthy this summer in the event the young QB becomes available via trade

CBS Sports

What's next for J.J. McCarthy after lost QB battle? NFL teams skeptical he can improve and mature - CBS Sports

Basketball Network

"Some of these women are jealous" - Jason Whitlock says WNBA feminists resent Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham - basketballnetwork.net

The Seattle Seahawks get their 2026 NFL preseason started with a home game against the Dallas Cowboys, whom theyll face in the regular season in a big Week 13 Monday night clash. Even though its a pr… [+3462 chars]

There are several ways you can watch Seahawks vs. Cowboys even without living in Seattle!

Field Gulls

How to watch Seahawks vs. Raiders even if you live outside Seattle - Field Gulls

NFL preseason is always a mixed bag, as teams dive into their depth chart to see which players will step up in the spotlight.
Against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Detroit Lions had a fair number of g… [+5404 chars]

These 5 Detroit Lions players saw their roster chances take a hit in the first preseason game.