Detroit Pistons All-Defensive forward Ausar Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $155 million rookie-scale contract extension with the franchise, sources told ESPN.
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Pistons All-Defensive forward Ausar Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $155 million rookie-scale contract extension, sources told ESPN.

ESPN

Sources: Pistons, Ausar Thompson reach 5-year, $155M extension - ESPN

OXFORD, Miss. Ole Miss fans have been waiting for this game since Lane Kiffin left town 10 months ago for LSU, so one more day won't hurt. But that doesnt mean the animosity toward their former head … [+3749 chars]

Ole Miss students didn't hold back in The Grove, directing fiery trash talk at Lane Kiffin ahead of his first trip back to Oxford as LSU coach.

Fox News

'He's Dust': Ole Miss students rip Lane Kiffin as LSU coach prepares for hatred in Oxford - Fox News

Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson has agreed to a new four-year, $60 million contract extension, with a mutual option for the 2030-31 season, Austin Brown and Steven Heumann of CAA Sports told ESPN on F… [+1156 chars]

The Heat and guard Pelle Larsson have reached agreement on a four-year, $60 million extension, his agents told ESPN's Shams Charania.

Heat, Pelle Larsson agree to 4-year, $60M extension - ESPN

Sep 18, 2026, 05:40 PM ET
PHOENIX -- Three-time American League MVP Aaron Judge is returning to the injured list -- this time because of a right calf strain -- and New York Yankees manager Aaron Boo… [+2061 chars]

Three-time AL MVP Aaron Judge is returning to the injured list -- this time because of a right calf strain -- and Yankees manager Aaron Boone isn't sure whether the slugger will be able to return for the postseason.

Yankees' Aaron Judge returning to injured list with calf strain - ESPN

Everything you need to know injury-wise for Week 2.

Yahoo Entertainment

NFL injury tracker Week 2: Latest news, fantasy implications as Nico Collins (hamstring) won't play, Kyler Murray (concussion) ruled out, Brock Bowers (knee) doubtful - sports.yahoo.com

As the contract impasse lingers between the Steelers and cornerback Joey Porter Jr., none of the other 31 teams has made a move to try to get him.
A lengthy article from ESPN exploring the dynamics … [+2289 chars]

As the contract impasse lingers between the Steelers and cornerback Joey Porter Jr., none of the other 31 teams has made a move to try to get him.

NBCSports.com

Report: Steelers have received no serious trade inquiries about Joey Porter Jr. - NBC Sports

The FBI has identified 35 additional women who say they were defrauded by Daejon Love and Taylor Chan, the agency said Friday, bringing the total number of alleged victims in a case that included Lov… [+3348 chars]

The FBI has identified 35 additional women who say they were defrauded by Daejon Love and Taylor Chan, bringing the total number of alleged victims in a case that included Love impersonating as a 49ers player to more than 60.

FBI case against fake 49ers player adds more alleged victims - ESPN

Emiliano Martinez: The Argentine did not face any clear chances or difficult set-pieces in the first half. There was little he could do about Brentford's opener. 6
Wesley Fofana: The Frenchman was a… [+2343 chars]

Brentford climb to third in the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Chelsea - here are BBC Sport's player ratings.

BBC News

Brentford vs Chelsea player ratings: Henderson a vocal leader as Thiago lifts weight off shoulders - BBC

The Chargers had wide receiver Ladd McConkey on the practice field Friday for the first time this week, but his status for Sundays game against the Raiders remains up in the air. 
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The Chargers had wide receiver Ladd McConkey on the practice field Friday for the first time this week, but his status for Sunday's game against the Raiders remains up in the air.

Chargers list Ladd McConkey as questionable - NBC Sports

Green Bay Packers edge rusher Lukas Van Ness was officially listed as questionable on Friday after being a limited participant in practice throughout the week. If Van Ness cant play Sunday against th… [+2299 chars]

There’s a chance that the Packers’ EDGE5 and EDGE6 from 2025 will start in Week 2 and will be backed up by 2 rookies

Acme Packing Company

Sunday will be a big opportunity for the Packers’ inexperienced edge rushers - Acme Packing Company

If the Texans are going to beat the Bengals on Sunday, theyll have to do it without a few key players. 
Houston has ruled out receiver Nico Collins, starting guard Ed Ingram, edge rusher Jadeveon Cl… [+708 chars]

If the Texans are going to beat the Bengals on Sunday, they'll have to do it without a few key players.

Nico Collins one of four Texans players ruled out for Week 2 - NBC Sports

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young left the team's matchup with the Philadelphia Phillies on a stretcher after colliding with starting pitcher Nolan McLean on Thursday.
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New York Mets first baseman Jared Young left the team's matchup with the Philadelphia Phillies on a stretcher after colliding with starting pitcher Nolan McLean on Thursday.

Bleacher Report

Jared Young Injury Update, Latest on Mets 1B's Status After Hospitalization for Collision - Bleacher Report

Michigan State has been aggressively rebuilding its backcourt for the post-Jeremy Fears Jr. era. After landing five-star guard Jasiah Jervis and foundational point guard Carlos Medlock in the 2026 cl… [+2385 chars]

Michigan State has landed a fivestar guard to kick off 2027 recruiting efforts

247Sports

BREAKING NEWS: Michigan State lands five-star PG Antonio Pemberton - 247Sports

The Buffalo Bills inaugural regular season home opener couldn't have gone much better. The brand new Highmark Stadium was buzzing from hours before the game in the parking lot with fans crashing thro… [+3957 chars]

The Buffalo Bills had the band Barenaked Ladies sing "O Canada" at Highmark Stadium's inaugural opener despite no Canadian team being involved, sparking fan backlash.

Singing the Canadian National Anthem at the Buffalo Bills Home Opener was a mistake - Fox News

In The Shawshank Redemption, Andy Dufresne escaped from Shawshank State Prison through the incomprehensible stink of a prehistoric sewer pipe. As Ellis Boyd Red Redding played by Morgan Freeman famou… [+6949 chars]

This is not the worst Mariners team in franchise history. Far from it. But it is the most disappointing. Here are five-plus months of reasons.

The Seattle Times

These Mariners have been most disappointing in franchise history - The Seattle Times

Play time is almost over for the Nebraska football team. 
After a slow-starting but eventually commanding win over Ohio to open the fourth season of the Matt Rhule era, the Cornhuskers followed up w… [+10057 chars]

The Huskers take on FCS contender North Dakota Fighting Hawks.

Sports Illustrated

How to Watch Nebraska Football vs. North Dakota with Preview, Breakdown, TV Channel - Sports Illustrated

On Sunday, the (1-0) Kansas City Chiefs are once again home under the lights at Arrowhead Stadium, taking on the (0-1) Indianapolis Colts. Lets see how the game plays out in Madden NFL 27.
Note: In … [+4635 chars]

Let’s see how this week’s Kansas City Chiefs matchup against the Indianapolis Colts plays out in the Madden video game.

Arrowhead Pride

Madden Simulation Week 2: Chiefs-Colts on Sunday Night Football - arrowheadpride.com

Tyler Shough was a hit in last week's sleeper streets, and Khalil Shakir was okay though probably not needed in most fantasy leagues. The rest of the page was a miss, but that's how this column goes … [+3071 chars]

Scott Pianowski reveals seven players who could help fantasy managers with surprise performances in Week 2.

Fantasy Football Sleepers, Week 2: Carson Wentz worth streaming consideration with Kyler Murray out - sports.yahoo.com

The Reds have claimed infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera off waivers from the Yankees, according to announcements from both clubs. Alfre Alvarez of Con Las Bases Llenas reported the claim prior to … [+3953 chars]

A likeable utility guy gets a fresh start.