Dillon Gabriel turned heads during the Cleveland Browns' 37-13 win over the New England Patriots in the team's preseason finale on Thursday night. 
While Gabriel sits behind Deshaun Watson and Shede… [+1517 chars]

Dillon Gabriel turned heads during the Cleveland Browns' 37-13 win over the New England Patriots in the team's preseason finale on Thursday night.

Bleacher Report

Dillon Gabriel's Box Score Stats & Highlights in Browns vs. Patriots After Shedeur-Watson QB Battle - Bleacher Report

In more than a month since former Cowboys quarterback and CBS broadcaster Tony Romo was arrested for suspicion of operating while intoxicated, Romo has said nothing.
He has finally spoken, albeit th… [+1396 chars]

In more than a month since former Cowboys quarterback and CBS broadcaster Tony Romo was arrested for suspicion of operating while intoxicated, Romo has said nothing.

NBCSports.com

Tony Romo addresses his OWI arrest, through a spokesperson - NBC Sports

Major League Baseball made its latest CBA proposal to the Players Association on Thursday afternoon. Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reported specifics of the league proposal, which would be contingent on t… [+5389 chars]

MLB's latest salary cap proposal features a free agent moratorium. MLB Trader Rumors rounds up all the details.

MLB Trade Rumors

MLB Proposes Free Agent Quiet Periods In CBA Talks - MLB Trade Rumors

The Tampa City Council voted in favor of the Rays’ proposed stadium deal on Thursday afternoon, according to multiple reports (links via Nicolas Villamil of The Tampa Bay Times and Adam Berry of MLB.… [+2309 chars]

The Rays' stadium plans clear a major hurdle. MLB Trade Rumors has the latest update and the next steps for the franchise.

Tampa City Council Votes In Favor Of Rays’ Stadium Deal, County Vote On Friday - MLB Trade Rumors

Too often our sports media ask us to be surprised by occurrences that arent particularly surprising.
Another Marshawn Lynch arrest. LeBron Jamess abject selfishness followed by his lectures as to wh… [+448 chars]

This week we were asked to be astonished by the batting and pitching successes of 12-year-old Kinley Rasmus, a girl, for the Little League World Series entrant from Alabama.

New York Post

The Little League World Series problem exposed by a 12-year-old girl’s stardom - New York Post

Typically, August is considered the real dog days of summer in the NBA with news and rumors at a premium while everyone resets for a new season.
This has been far from the norm.
Between all the dra… [+5676 chars]

After seeing Jonathan Kuminga sign with the Wolves, what’s next for the Lakers?

Silver Screen and Roll 

What’s next for the Lakers after missing out on Jonathan Kuminga? - Silver Screen and Roll

J.J. Spaun withdrew Thursday from the Tour Championship in Atlanta with a right shoulder injury. 
The 2025 U.S. Open winner was 4 over through five holes in his first round going bogey-double bogey-… [+2842 chars]

J.J. Spaun told Golf Channel's Todd Lewis he woke up with pain in his shoulder on Tuesday. Two days later, the 2025 U.S. Open champ withdrew from the Tour Championship.

Golf Channel

'Knife in shoulder blade': J.J. Spaun describes pain that forced Tour Championship withdrawal - Golf Channel

GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was charged Thursday with misdemeanor counts for an argument with his girlfriend.
An initial court appearance is scheduled for Nov. 17 … [+3510 chars]

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was charged Thursday with misdemeanor counts for an argument with his girlfriend.

Fox11online.com

Packers' Josh Jacobs charged with misdemeanor battery, criminal damage to property - WLUK

To no surprise whatsoever, the SECs effort to ignore an injunction granting players from the high-school class of 2022 a fifth year of eligibility has fallen flat.
Via multiple reports, a judge in D… [+877 chars]

To no surprise whatsoever, the SEC's effort to ignore an injunction granting players from the high-school class of 2022 a fifth year of eligibility has fallen flat.

Judge grants TRO against SEC, Greg Sankey over fifth-year issue - NBC Sports

Tour Championship - first round
-8 MW Lee (Aus); -6 V Hovland (Nor), C Morikawa (US), C Gotterup (US); -5 R Gerard (US), A Bhatia (US), L Aberg (Swe), S Scheffler (US)
Selected others: -4 T Fleetwo… [+1983 chars]

Defending champion Tommy Fleetwood shoots a four-under 66 to put himself in contention at the Tour Championship at East Lake in Atlanta.

BBC News

Tour Championship: Min Woo Lee leads with Tommy Fleetwood in contention - BBC

ATLANTA Roger Goodell confirmed that he recently met with select lawmakers in Illinois to help in efforts for the Chicago Bears to finalize plans to build a new stadium.
Yet the NFL Commissioner off… [+1831 chars]

While Bears' leadership recently said its 'sole focus' is to build a new stadium in Indiana, Roger Goodell said he recently met with Illinois lawmakers.

USA Today

Roger Goodell met with Illinois lawmakers to discuss new Bears stadium - USA Today

Dillon Danis has dropped out of his fight against Mike Perry with just 48 hours to go until the event takes place.
On Thursday at a scheduled pre-fight press conference, Perry actually made the anno… [+1616 chars]

Mike Perry has a new opponent after Dillon Danis dropped out of their fight on just 48 hours’ notice.

MMA Fighting

Dillon Danis out; Mike Perry gets replacement opponent on 48 hours’ notice - MMA Fighting

Hellebuyck has been one of the best goalies in the NHL since he entered the League during the 2015-16 season. 
In 2024-25, he had his best individual season, going 47-12-3 with a 2.00 GAA, .925 save… [+1461 chars]

Goalie says with training camp approaching, moving on from Winnipeg 'best path forward'

NHL News

Hellebuyck makes trade request from Jets public - NHL.com

NEW YORK -- As he continues to make steady progress toward a long-awaited return from a stress fracture in his rib, New York Yankees star Aaron Judge was adamant Thursday that he will not need to go … [+3994 chars]

Yankees star Aaron Judge was adamant Thursday that he will not need to go on a rehab assignment when he is cleared to play in games.

ESPN

Yankees' Aaron Judge: Won't need rehab stint once cleared - ESPN

August 27: The Dodgers have officially announced Sasaki’s IL placement. Right-hander Seth Halvorsen has been recalled as the corresponding move.
August 26: The Dodgers will place Roki Sasaki on the … [+3156 chars]

A blister forced Roki Sasaki out of tonight's start and was serious enough that he'll miss at least the next two weeks.

Dodgers Place Roki Sasaki On Injured List - MLB Trade Rumors

The Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Seattle Seahawks Friday night at Arrowhead Stadium to end the preseason and send both teams into Week 1.
The game will kick off at 7:00 P.M. Arrowhead time an… [+4835 chars]

Here are the things to focus on as you watch the Kansas City Chiefs’ preseason finale.

Arrowhead Pride

Chiefs-Seahawks: 5 things to watch in the preseason finale - Arrowhead Pride

Devon Witherspoons contract extension with the Seahawks has not closed the gap between the Patriots and cornerback Christian Gonzalez.
The Patriots do not appear willing to go to the benchmark four-… [+843 chars]

Devon Witherspoon's contract extension with the Seahawks has not closed the gap between the Patriots and cornerback Christian Gonzalez.