Leaders of the Southeastern Conference will meet Thursday to discuss whether to take the extraordinary step of kicking LSU out of the league in the wake of an ugly feud over first-year coach Lane Kif… [+5427 chars]

Leaders of the Southeastern Conference plan to meet Thursday to discuss possibly kicking LSU out of the conference. This follows a feud over LSU coach Lane Kiffin's now-abandoned effort to place players with NFL experience on the Tigers' roster. On Tuesday, t…

Associated Press

Southeastern Conference leaders to discuss expelling LSU over player eligibility dispute - AP News

Frances Tiafoe came from two sets and a break down to beat fellow American Alex Michelsen in a thrilling comeback to reach the US Open semi-finals.
Eleventh seed Tiafoe was outplayed by world number… [+1027 chars]

Frances Tiafoe comes from two sets and a break down to beat Alex Michelsen in a thrilling comeback to reach the US Open semi-finals.

BBC News

US Open 2026 results: Francis Tiafoe beats Alex Michelsen after trailing by two sets and break - BBC

IOWA CITY, IowaA member of the Hawkeye Marching Band who collapsed during Iowa's first football game of the season has been taken off life support.
According to the family of Derek Phillips, an Iowa… [+2975 chars]

A member of the Hawkeye Marching Band who collapsed during Iowa's first football game of the season has been taken off life support, according to his family.

KCCI Des Moines

Hawkeye Marching Band member dies after collapsing during Iowa football game - KCCI

The 49ers released their first practice report of 2026. 
The team, which has been in Australia for the past five days, lists nine players as limited during Tuesdays practice. Defensive end Nick Bosa… [+1213 chars]

The 49ers released their first practice report of 2026.

NBCSports.com

Nick Bosa, George Kittle limited participants in practice - NBC Sports

Another NFL players house has been burglarized.
Via Jenna Harner of WPXI-TV, thieves targeted the home of Steelers 2026 first-round tackle Max Iheanachor on Wednesday, August 26. That day, the Steel… [+486 chars]

Another NFL player's house has been burglarized.

Steelers first-rounder Max Iheanachor’s house was burglarized last month - NBC Sports

Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet and right-hander Tanner Houck are both hoping to make it back to the mound this season, likely as relievers, per Tim Healey of the Boston Globe. Crochet is throwing a bull… [+4449 chars]

Garrett Crochet and Tanner Houck are hoping to be back for the playoffs with the Red Sox. Justin Slaten's outlook is less certain. Read at MLBTR.

MLB Trade Rumors

Red Sox Notes: Crochet, Houck, Slaten, - MLB Trade Rumors

Braves manager Walt Weiss informed reporters, including Chad Bishop of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, that right-hander Bryce Elder had knee surgery today and will need about three to four weeks o… [+2652 chars]

Atlanta loses a bit of pitching depth for the stretch run.

Bryce Elder To Miss 3-4 Weeks Due To Knee Surgery - MLB Trade Rumors

It was the worst sort of start to the Rob Aurich era of Nebraska's defense.
The Huskers surrendered a 68-yard gain on the first play from scrimmage in 2026. However, the remaining action in NU's Wee… [+5302 chars]

The Huskers' first-year defensive coordinator was pleased with how his unit responded after being burned badly on the very first play.

Sports Illustrated

'That Was an Eye-Opening Experience for Us': Rob Aurich on Correcting Nebraska's Defense After First Play - Sports Illustrated

Team USA's opponent for the quarterfinals in the 2026 FIBA World Cup is set. And now fans in America will have to set their alarms if they want to watch live.
That's because the game between Team US… [+2047 chars]

American fans will have to wake up early to catch Team USA take on Hungary in the FIBA World Cup.

Team USA vs Hungary FIBA World Cup Game Gets Early Start Time - Sports Illustrated

TAMPA, Fla. -- The cloud of uncertainty surrounding the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield has lifted. Just five days before the start of the their 2026 regular season, Mayfield and … [+3937 chars]

The Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield have agreed to a three-year, $165 million extension, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

ESPN

Bucs, Baker Mayfield agree to 3-year extension, sources say - ESPN

SEATTLE — The Patriots will be without one of their most dangerous playmakers Wednesday night against the Seahawks.
Running back TreVeyon Henderson was ruled out for Week 1 in the final injury repor… [+976 chars]

The Patriots ruled out one of their offensive playmakers for Week 1.

Boston Herald

Patriots get bad news in final injury report before season opener vs. Seahawks - Boston Herald

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney and his program are facing heavy criticism after the lopsided season-opening, 51-10 loss at LSU this past Saturday.
The criticism is widespread, coming from fans, the… [+2255 chars]

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney and his program are facing heavy criticism after the lopsided season-opening, 51-10 loss at LSU this past Saturday. The criticism is widespread, coming from fans, the media and national analysts – and even from some of Swinney’…

Theclemsoninsider.com

Swinney Reacts to Criticism from Former Players - The Clemson Insider

Team USA will take on Hungary for a spot in the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup semifinals.
Hungary earned a trip to the quarterfinals Tuesday after claiming victory over Japan in Berlin.
Ge… [+1436 chars]

Team USA will take on Hungary for a spot in the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup semifinals.

Bleacher Report

FIBA Women's World Cup 2026 Updated Qualified Teams, Schedule, Odds, Bracket Predictions - Bleacher Report

LIV Golf has filed for bankruptcy protection as the upstart golf league faces a Saudi funding cliff and searches for new investment. 
The golf venture initially backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Inves… [+1861 chars]

As part of the proposed bankruptcy deal, the upstart golf venture is expected to be majority owned by its players.

CNBC

LIV Golf files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy - CNBC

Leaders of the College Football Playoff on Tuesday agreed to open a 30-day negotiating window with ESPN, signaling their greatest interest yet in a 24-team CFP field that could begin as soon as 2027.… [+4069 chars]

Leaders of the College Football Playoff on Tuesday agreed to open a 30-day negotiating window with sole rights holder ESPN. Opening the window will help determine if a 24-team field is a worthwhile endeavor.

CFP to open ESPN negotiation window, 24 teams possible - ESPN

Aaron Donalds return to the Rams lineup will have to wait until at least Week 2. 
Head coach Sean McVay announced on Tuesday that Donald will not travel with the team to Australia and will not play … [+666 chars]

Donald will skip the trip to Australia for the season opener.

Aaron Donald will not play against the 49ers - NBC Sports

Disgraced former Penn State football coach Jerry Sandusky appeared virtually in court on Tuesday and told a judge he understood his legal teams move in seeking a new trial in federal court after one … [+4334 chars]

Former Penn State football coach Jerry Sandusky is seeking a new trial in federal court after one of his accusers recanted.

NBC News

Jerry Sandusky, former Penn State coach convicted of sex abuse, seeks new trial after victim recants - NBC News

Asked in her press conference about the ongoing battle for the number one ranking, Sabalenka insisted her priority is retaining her US Open title. 
"I'll be more than happy. Three-peat - sounds grea… [+1893 chars]

Aryna Sabalenka battles back to beat sixth seed Linda Noskova in three sets and advance to the semi-finals.

US Open 2026 results: Aryna Sabalenka fights back against Linda Noskova to keep title defence alive - bbc.com

This story has been updated with more information and comments from Marcus Freeman.
SOUTH BEND Brauntae Johnson, star safety for Notre Dame football, suffered a minor left foot injury against Wiscon… [+3418 chars]

Notre Dame safety Brauntae Johnson, now in his third season, was injured after 24 defensive snaps in the win over Wisconsin. Luke Talich set to start.

South Bend Tribune

Minor injuries sideline Notre Dame safety Brauntae Johnson, DT Jason Onye - South Bend Tribune

Hello! Im back this year with BGN, as always, and Ill have two review articles and two preview articles every week. Last year was the first year Ive ever previewed games. There are a lot of statistic… [+12530 chars]

Looking ahead to Philadelphia’s Week 1 matchup.