The Texas Longhorns football team faces a challenge as their top left tackle, Trevor Goosby, suffered a knee injury and was diagnosed with a bone bruise. This injury could affect the team's ability to protect their star quarterback, Arch Manning, during the upcoming season.
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Trevor Goosby, Texas Longhorns’ left tackle, left practice with a knee injury.
An MRI showed he has a bone bruise on his left knee.
Goosby is a top offensive tackle prospect for the 2027 NFL Draft, expected to be picked in the first 15 picks.
He played 847 snaps last season and allowed very few pressures and sacks, showing strong performance.
Texas opens its season on September 5th against Texas State.
If Goosby misses time, less experienced players Jaydon Chatman and Jordan Coleman will likely fill in.
Brandon Baker, currently right tackle, may move to left tackle if needed despite limited experience there.
Protecting quarterback Arch Manning, a key player and NFL prospect, is a priority for the team.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers are bringing pitcher Emmet Sheehan back from Triple-A to help the team in their upcoming game against the Colorado Rockies. Sheehan will now pitch as a relief pitcher, helping the team's bullpen during several days off in the schedule.
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Emmet Sheehan is a right-handed pitcher recalled from Triple-A to the Dodgers.
He previously started 20 games this season for the Dodgers.
Sheehan was sent down to Triple-A earlier this month for a reset after a tough stretch.
In his last seven MLB starts, he had a 1-4 win-loss record and a 6.39 earned run average (ERA).
His final start before the demotion included giving up five runs and three home runs in less than three innings.
In Triple-A, he performed better with a 2.84 ERA and eight strikeouts in just over six innings.
The Dodgers’ manager, Dave Roberts, acknowledged Sheehan’s talent but stressed the need for performance.
Sheehan will now pitch from the bullpen to give rest to other relief pitchers during scheduled team off days.
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' wide receiver Jalen McMillan returned to practice after missing over two weeks due to a knee injury. McMillan had faced injuries in the past but is expected to play a key role this season as the team adjusts without star receiver Mike Evans.
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Mike Evans, a top Buccaneers receiver, is no longer with the team.
Jalen McMillan, a third-year wide receiver, had a left knee injury and missed the preseason opener.
McMillan returned to practice after more than two weeks away.
McMillan had a strong rookie season with 461 yards and eight touchdowns.
Last season, McMillan suffered serious neck injuries, causing him to miss most of the year.
Rookie Emeka Egbuka is expected to be the team's main wide receiver this year.
Chris Godwin remains a reliable receiver for the Buccaneers.
The Buccaneers will play the Kansas City Chiefs next and then finish preseason against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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A time-lapse video shows the streets in Washington DC that make up the IndyCar racetrack for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. This event will take place on August 22-23 and is part of the celebrations for America's 250th anniversary. It will be the first IndyCar street race ever held in the nation’s capital.
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The race is called the Freedom 250 Grand Prix.
It will happen on August 22-23, 2024.
The event is part of the celebration of 250 years of the United States.
The race uses city streets in Washington DC as the racetrack.
This is the first IndyCar street race in Washington DC.
A time-lapse video shows the layout of the racetrack in the city.
The event is related to IndyCar, a popular American car racing series.
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The Los Angeles Chargers have hired Mike McDaniel as their new offensive coordinator to improve their offense and help quarterback Justin Herbert advance further in the playoffs. McDaniel praised Herbert for his strong work ethic and said he has exceeded expectations since joining the team.
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The Chargers have made the playoffs two years in a row but lost in the wild-card round both times.
Justin Herbert, the team's quarterback, has not won a playoff game in six seasons.
Mike McDaniel was hired to be the Chargers’ offensive coordinator starting in 2026.
McDaniel previously coached the Miami Dolphins and led one of the best offenses in the NFL.
Herbert has impressed McDaniel with his dedication and improvement.
The Chargers have several strong offensive players and one of the best offensive lines in football.
The team hopes McDaniel’s offensive ideas will help them make a deeper playoff run.
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Frank Beard, the drummer for the rock band ZZ Top, has died at the age of 77. He played with the band for over 50 years and was known as the only member without a beard. The cause of his death was not yet announced.
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Frank Beard was the drummer for ZZ Top for more than five decades.
He was the only original member of ZZ Top who usually did not have a beard.
Beard played on every ZZ Top studio album.
He died in hospice care at his ranch in Richmond, Texas.
The cause of death has not been released.
Dusty Hill, ZZ Top’s bassist, died in 2021, leaving Billy Gibbons as the last surviving member of the classic lineup.
Billy Gibbons and current bassist Elwood Francis paid tribute to Beard and said the band will continue.
Music fans and industry figures shared condolences on social media.
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Bayern Munich player Jamal Musiala collapsed twice during matches in four days due to a neurological condition called absence seizures. He is receiving medical treatment and remains optimistic about his recovery.
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Jamal Musiala collapsed during a friendly match against Heidenheim six minutes after entering the game.
This was his second collapse in four days, the first happened in a match against RB Leipzig.
Musiala was diagnosed with temporary absence seizures caused by a neurological dysfunction.
Absence seizures cause brief episodes where a person appears dazed or loses attention.
Musiala stated the condition is treatable and part of his daily life currently.
Bayern Munich is aware of the situation and supports Musiala.
The player had returned recently from an ankle injury that kept him out for six months.
Musiala played in three of Germany’s four matches at the 2026 World Cup before these incidents.
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Tennessee has made Axle Logistics its first official jersey-patch sponsor for the men's and women's basketball teams. This five-year partnership highlights Axle’s local ties, innovation, and support for the community and student-athletes.
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Axle Logistics will appear on the jerseys of Tennessee’s men’s and women’s basketball teams for five years.
Axle Logistics is based in Knoxville and was founded by two University of Tennessee alumni, Jon Clay and Drew Johnson.
Tennessee’s athletics director sees Axle as a leader in its field with strong community and employee support.
The partnership aims to provide opportunities for student-athletes and help build a strong workforce pipeline.
The men’s basketball team will wear the patches starting in an exhibition game on October 15 against Xavier.
The women’s basketball team will wear the patches starting in an exhibition game on October 27 against Florida A&M.
The companies and university share values like teamwork, preparation, and a focus on excellence.
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The San Francisco 49ers have had many changes in their defensive coordinator position. They hired Raheem Morris, a coach with experience as both a head coach and defensive coordinator, hoping he will bring stability to the team.
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The 49ers have frequently changed defensive coordinators, sometimes losing successful ones to head coaching jobs.
Previous coordinators like DeMeco Ryans and Robert Saleh left for head coaching roles after success.
Some past coordinators, such as Steve Wilks and Nick Sorensen, were less successful and fired after one season.
Raheem Morris has experience as a head coach and defensive coordinator and has won two Super Bowls as an assistant coach.
Morris has worked with NFL head coaches Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch before.
The 49ers have strong defensive players, including Nick Bosa and Fred Warner.
Morris is expected to focus on defense and bring stability after his previous head coaching jobs.
The team and Morris aim to build on past successes in a competitive football division.
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The Kansas City Chiefs faced a setback when wide receiver Tyquan Thornton left practice with a hamstring injury and was taken off by cart. Thornton had been expected to be a key player for the team in 2026 after showing strong performance last season.
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Tyquan Thornton suffered a hamstring strain during a Chiefs practice and left on a cart.
He was a second-round pick by the New England Patriots in 2022 and joined the Chiefs after being waived in November 2024.
Last season, Thornton caught 19 passes for 438 yards and 3 touchdowns in 14 games.
Thornton’s average of 23.1 yards per reception shows he is a deep-threat receiver.
He was listed as a starting wide receiver on the Chiefs’ depth chart for 2026.
The Chiefs are relying on Thornton, Rashee Rice, and Xavier Worthy to be main receivers for quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
The Chiefs have two preseason games before the regular season starts on September 14.
The team has not announced when Thornton might return from his injury.
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The New York Giants will release wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster to make room for running back Najee Harris, who recently signed a one-year contract. Harris has recovered from an injury and will compete for playing time in a running back group with several other players.
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The Giants are releasing JuJu Smith-Schuster, a veteran wide receiver.
Najee Harris, a running back, signed a one-year deal with the Giants.
Harris is 28 years old and has recovered from an Achilles injury.
Harris rushed for over 1,000 yards in each of his first four NFL seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Giants’ running back group also includes Cam Skattebo, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and Devin Singletary.
Wide receiver options battling for roles include Darnell Mooney, Calvin Austin III, Braxton Berrios, Odell Beckham Jr., Malik Nabers, and Darius Slayton.
The Giants did not owe Smith-Schuster any guaranteed money after signing Harris.
The team will assess player depth at wide receiver and running back during the rest of training camp.
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LeBron James joined the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason, raising hopes for a championship. Former teammate Patrick Beverley advised James to live in Philadelphia to fully enjoy the city's strong basketball culture, rather than commuting from New York City.
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LeBron James joined the Philadelphia 76ers, aiming for a championship in the Eastern Conference.
There are reports that James might live in New York City and commute to Philadelphia by helicopter.
Patrick Beverley, who played briefly for the 76ers, said living in Philadelphia helps players feel the strong local support.
Beverley described Philadelphia fans as very passionate and knowledgeable about basketball.
Beverley averaged 6.3 points, 3.1 assists, and 3.1 rebounds in 47 games for the 76ers in the 2023-24 season.
Beverley encouraged James to embrace Philadelphia as his home base to appreciate the city's love for the team.
ESPN reported that James's potential NYC residence is linked to his business interests there.
Former 76ers player JJ Redick commuted from Brooklyn to Philadelphia, but his commute took about 90 minutes without a helicopter.
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The Jacksonville Jaguars lost running back LeQuint Allen Jr. for the rest of their training camp due to a soft-tissue injury. This setback comes as the team tries to replace key player Travis Etienne Jr., who left for the New Orleans Saints.
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The Jaguars finished last season with a 13-4 record and won the AFC South title.
Travis Etienne Jr., who had over 1,100 rushing yards and 7 rushing touchdowns last season, joined the New Orleans Saints this offseason.
LeQuint Allen Jr., a second-year running back, got injured during Monday’s practice and will miss the rest of training camp.
It is unclear if Allen will be ready for the regular season start.
Allen was drafted in 2025 in the seventh round and had limited playing time last year.
Allen is known for his skills in catching passes and protecting the quarterback, not just rushing.
Other running backs, Bhayshul Tuten and Chris Rodriguez Jr., are competing for bigger roles in the Jaguars’ offense.
Tuten, a fourth-round pick in 2025, had a promising rookie season and might get more chances now that Allen is injured.
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The WNBA announced that the 2027 All-Star weekend will be hosted by the Golden State Valkyries at the Chase Center. The events will include a shooting skills challenge and 3-point competition on July 30, followed by the All-Star Game on July 31.
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The Golden State Valkyries are hosting the 2027 WNBA All-Star weekend.
Events include a shooting skills challenge and 3-point competition on July 30, and the All-Star Game on July 31.
The Valkyries began playing in the WNBA in 2023 and have made the playoffs twice.
The team leads the WNBA in attendance and has sold out 41 straight games at the Chase Center.
In May, the Valkyries became the first women’s sports team valued at over $1 billion.
San Francisco’s mayor said the city is a major sports hub and looks forward to the event.
The Bay Area has recently hosted major events like the Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup, and the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend.
MLB will hold its All-Star Weekend in San Francisco in 2028.
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The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to sign cornerback Terrion Arnold from the Detroit Lions. However, the NFL plans to place Arnold on the commissioner’s exempt list due to pending felony charges against him, so he likely will not play for the Seahawks soon.
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Terrion Arnold was a cornerback for the Detroit Lions before agreeing to join the Seattle Seahawks.
Arnold faces eight felony charges related to a robbery and kidnapping incident from February.
The NFL will put Arnold on the commissioner’s exempt list once he officially signs with the Seahawks.
Being on the exempt list means Arnold will not be allowed to play while investigations continue.
Arnold was the 24th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
In his rookie season, he recorded 60 tackles, one fumble recovery, and 10 passes defended.
Arnold played college football at Alabama, achieving 108 tackles and six interceptions over two years.
He missed part of the 2025 season due to a shoulder injury requiring surgery.
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Tyler Biadasz, the Los Angeles Chargers' starting center, was injured and taken off the field on a cart during a recent practice after a hit to his left knee. Biadasz signed a three-year contract with the Chargers this year, but the extent of his injury is still unknown.
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Tyler Biadasz was injured when San Francisco 49ers player Sebastian Valdez fell on his left knee during a practice.
Biadasz was taken off the field on a cart, indicating a potentially serious injury.
The Chargers have faced injuries to their offensive line in the past year, including other key players.
Biadasz signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the Chargers this offseason.
Biadasz started his career with the Dallas Cowboys after being drafted in 2020.
He later joined the Washington Commanders and played well before injuries led to his release.
Biadasz won the Rimington Trophy in college as the best center and was named an All-American.
The Chargers and their fans are concerned about how this injury might affect the team’s season.
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Kyle Tucker, who recently joined the Los Angeles Dodgers with a big contract, is having his worst season both at batting and fielding. A Dodgers broadcaster suggested Tucker should spend time training in Arizona to improve before the playoffs, but the team plans to keep supporting him during his struggles.
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Kyle Tucker signed a four-year, $240 million contract with the Dodgers this offseason.
Tucker is batting .230, the lowest in his nine-year career.
He has made defensive errors on simple plays, including dropping a fly ball recently.
Tucker has gone 0-for-5 in a recent game, extending his hitless streak to 25 at-bats over seven games.
Dodgers broadcaster Eric Karros suggested Tucker train in Arizona to reset before playoffs.
This reset would take place in a fan-free environment to help Tucker regain confidence.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts prefers to continue supporting Tucker with the team instead.
The Dodgers are preparing for a third consecutive World Series title this season.
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The Las Vegas Raiders have named Kirk Cousins as their starting quarterback, but rookie Fernando Mendoza is getting important game experience. Mendoza showed promise during a recent practice against the Houston Texans' defense and will have more chances to play in the final preseason games.
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Kirk Cousins is the Raiders’ starting quarterback for the season.
Rookie Fernando Mendoza is the team's first overall draft pick.
Mendoza practiced against Houston Texans’ first-team defense and performed well.
Head coach Kubiak wants to speed up Mendoza’s development before the regular season.
Cousins praised Mendoza for being prepared and learning quickly.
Mendoza played part of the preseason opener, completing 10 of 16 passes and throwing a touchdown.
The Raiders face the Texans and the 49ers in their last two preseason games.
These games will give Mendoza more experience against strong NFL teams before the season starts.
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Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever was named the WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the fourth time this season. Clark has been playing very well, helping her team win four games in a row and achieving historic stats in points and assists.
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Caitlin Clark averaged 25.7 points, 9.7 assists, and 3.3 rebounds per game during the week of August 10 to 16.
She made 50.9% of her shots, showing good accuracy.
Clark was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week four times this season.
The Indiana Fever have a current four-game winning streak and are in fourth place in the WNBA standings.
Clark’s recent 11-game stretch included an average of 26.3 points and 9.4 assists per game, setting a WNBA record.
The Minnesota Lynx’s Olivia Miles was named Western Conference Player of the Week.
Clark is considered a leading candidate for this season’s league MVP award.
The Fever aim to compete for the WNBA championship this season.
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers finished the 2025 NFL season with 8 wins and 9 losses, missing the playoffs. Quarterback Baker Mayfield says the team is ready to surprise people and perform better in the 2026 season, starting with a road game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
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The Buccaneers ended the 2025 season with an 8-9 record.
They did not make the playoffs in 2025.
Baker Mayfield is the team's quarterback entering his ninth NFL season.
Mayfield believes the team will “shock” people in 2026.
The Buccaneers will start the 2026 regular season against the Cincinnati Bengals on the road.
Mayfield played all 17 games in 2025 despite injury struggles.
In 2025, Mayfield threw for 3,693 yards, 26 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions.
The team will next play a preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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