Fernando Mendoza, the Las Vegas Raiders’ rookie quarterback and top pick for 2026, has filed a trademark application for the name "Nandolorian," inspired by a nickname from a team video and the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian." Mendoza is preparing to compete for the Raiders' starting job and is adjusting to playing in the NFL after a successful college career at Indiana.
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Fernando Mendoza is the 2026 No. 1 overall draft pick for the Las Vegas Raiders.
Mendoza and veteran QB Kirk Cousins appeared in a Raiders video where Mendoza was nicknamed "The Nandolorian."
Mendoza has filed a trademark application for "Nandolorian" as a clothing brand with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on June 8.
Lucasfilm, owned by Disney, holds trademarks related to "The Mandalorian" and may have legal interest in the name.
Mendoza is attending the Raiders’ minicamp and is focused on earning the starting quarterback position.
Mendoza had a standout season at Indiana, leading the team to a 16-0 record, a national title, and a Heisman Trophy.
Mendoza mentioned plans to watch "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" soon.
The Raiders have not won a playoff game since January 2003, and Mendoza could help change that.
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England's football team played two warm-up games before the World Cup, winning both against New Zealand and Costa Rica. Head coach Thomas Tuchel is deciding on his starting players for the next match, with key choices involving Jude Bellingham or Morgan Rogers for the number 10 position, and Anthony Gordon or Marcus Rashford for the left wing.
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England won their warm-up games against New Zealand (1-0) and Costa Rica.
The first game against New Zealand was less intense and used mainly for training purposes.
The friendly match against Costa Rica was more physical and showed clearer player performances.
Thomas Tuchel, the England coach, has not confirmed the starting line-up for the upcoming game against Croatia.
Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers are competing for the number 10 role, with Bellingham showing strong form recently.
Bukayo Saka is the first choice for the right wing when fit, but he is being managed carefully due to an Achilles injury.
The left wing position is uncertain, with Anthony Gordon and Marcus Rashford both possible starters.
Rashford performed well in the earlier game, while Gordon showed mixed form after coming off the bench.
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Shaquille O'Neal gave advice to San Antonio Spurs' center Victor Wembanyama after the Spurs lost the first two games of the 2026 NBA Finals to the New York Knicks. Wembanyama improved in Game 3, helping the Spurs win with 32 points and other strong stats.
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Shaquille O'Neal is a four-time NBA champion and former great player.
O'Neal told Wembanyama to develop a strong winning mindset, not to copy him exactly.
The Spurs lost the first two games of the 2026 NBA Finals to the Knicks.
Wembanyama is 7 feet 4 inches tall and plays center for the Spurs.
In Game 3, Wembanyama scored 32 points, had 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 blocks.
He began Game 3 with two dunks, showing more aggression than before.
The Spurs won Game 3 and aimed to build a team identity that makes them competitive.
Game 4 of the NBA Finals was scheduled for the following day at 8:30 p.m. ET.
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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson reacted positively to Myles Garrett being traded from the Cleveland Browns to the Los Angeles Rams. Jackson acknowledged that although the Browns received a strong player, Jared Verse, in the trade, he was glad Garrett was no longer in the AFC North division.
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Myles Garrett sacked Lamar Jackson 5.5 times last season and holds the NFL’s single-season sack record with 23 sacks.
Garrett won his second Defensive Player of the Year award recently.
The Browns traded Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams for Jared Verse and several future draft picks.
Jared Verse is also a strong defensive player who won the Defensive Rookie of the Year award in 2024.
Garrett was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft and holds the most sacks in Browns history (125.5).
Lamar Jackson expressed excitement about Garrett leaving the AFC North but recognized Verse’s talent as well.
Garrett now has a chance to compete for a Super Bowl ring with the Rams.
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Basketball Hall of Famer Paul Pierce said the San Antonio Spurs should change their starting lineup in the NBA Finals by putting Dylan Harper in as a starter and moving De’Aaron Fox to the bench. Pierce believes this change would improve the Spurs' chances against the New York Knicks because Fox has struggled to score in some games.
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Paul Pierce discussed the Spurs vs. Knicks NBA Finals on a podcast with Kevin Garnett.
Pierce suggested Dylan Harper should start instead of De’Aaron Fox.
Pierce said Fox is known as a scorer but has missed many shots recently.
Fox had a strong Game 2 shooting performance but struggled in Games 1 and 3.
The Spurs won Game 3, their first win in the series, by four points.
Fox is the more experienced player, but Harper played well when Fox was injured.
The Spurs coach Mitch Johnson currently prefers to start Fox over Harper.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts this Thursday across stadiums in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. FIFA is charging higher ticket prices than ever, using a system that changes prices based on demand, and many games are sold out while some still have tickets available at different price levels.
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The World Cup will take place in 11 stadiums in the U.S., 3 in Mexico, and 2 in Canada.
FIFA uses dynamic pricing, which means ticket prices can go up as demand increases.
As of the day before the tournament starts, 29 games are sold out, but 75 games still have tickets available.
Some tickets, especially for semifinals and popular games, cost thousands of dollars.
Lower-priced tickets, called category three, are very limited and mostly available for just a few matches.
FIFA holds some tickets back for teams that qualify for later rounds.
FIFA runs an official resale platform, charging a fee for both sellers and buyers.
Tickets on resale sites like StubHub and SeatGeek can be expensive, with the final’s tickets costing several thousand dollars.
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Mac Jones, quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, decided to stay with the team as a backup rather than seek a starting job elsewhere. His teammate George Kittle praised Jones for his energy, hard work, and positive influence on the team. Jones responded to Kittle’s compliments with humor on social media.
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Mac Jones chose to remain with the 49ers as a backup quarterback instead of being traded.
George Kittle described Jones as energetic, hardworking, and a key positive presence on the team.
Kittle said Jones was "a glue guy," meaning he holds the team together.
Jones signed a two-year, $7 million contract with the 49ers last offseason.
Jones started eight games last season, winning five and throwing for 2,151 yards, 13 touchdowns, and six interceptions.
His performance improved his reputation and suggested he could earn a starting role elsewhere.
The 49ers received trade offers for Jones but he preferred to stay with the team.
Jones playfully thanked Kittle on social media and joked about paying him for his praise.
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The New England Patriots traded for wide receiver A.J. Brown to be a top player for quarterback Drake Maye. Maye expressed excitement about playing with Brown, highlighting his skill and winning experience as the team prepares for the 2026 NFL season.
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The Patriots acquired A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles in a trade.
Brown is a three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver.
The trade cost the Patriots a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick.
In his last season with the Eagles, Brown had 78 catches, 1,003 yards, and seven touchdowns in 15 games.
Drake Maye is the Patriots’ quarterback and looks forward to playing with Brown.
Maye praised Brown for being a great teammate and a proven winner.
The Patriots will start their 2026 NFL season against the Seattle Seahawks on September 9.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is about to start, with Mexico hosting the opening match. The article lists the top 10 players expected to shine in the tournament, including stars like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and emerging young talents.
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The 2026 World Cup will be the largest ever, hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
Over 1,000 players will compete in the tournament.
Lionel Messi, playing for Argentina and Inter Miami, is included in the top 10 players despite playing in MLS.
Young players like Pedri (Spain) and Lamine Yamal are recognized as top talents.
Vinícius Júnior from Brazil and Real Madrid is expected to be a key player for his team.
Vitinha and Ousmane Dembélé, both from Paris Saint-Germain, are highlighted as important midfield and attacking players.
Strikers Erling Haaland (Norway) and Harry Kane (England) are noted for their goal-scoring abilities and importance to their national teams.
The article hints that performance in domestic leagues and clubs impacts expectations for players at the World Cup.
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Patrick Mahomes signed a new deal with the Kansas City Chiefs that adds two years and $239 million to his contract, making it worth $504.75 million through 2033. This contract makes Mahomes the highest-paid player in NFL history, with all the money eventually guaranteed and an average of $64 million per year starting in 2027.
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Mahomes’ new contract extension adds two years and $239.05 million to his current deal.
The total contract value is $504.75 million through the 2033 NFL season.
All $504.75 million will eventually be fully guaranteed, meaning he will receive that amount no matter what.
Starting in 2027, the contract averages $64 million per year, setting a new NFL record.
Mahomes’ 2026 salary is $45 million, which ranked 13th for NFL quarterbacks before this new deal.
In 2020, Mahomes signed a 10-year, $450 million contract extension, the largest in North American sports at the time.
Mahomes earns about $20 million a year from endorsements with companies like State Farm and Adidas.
He owns parts of sports teams including the Kansas City Royals (MLB), Sporting Kansas City (MLS), and Kansas City Current (NWSL).
Mahomes is 30 years old and has an estimated net worth of around $160 million.
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The article previews Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks. It mentions questions about the game's outcome, such as whether a home team will win and the presence of celebrities courtside.
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The NBA Finals are currently between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks.
The series has reached at least Game 4.
There is curiosity about teams that have come back from a 3-1 deficit to win the Finals.
The article references comments from Chuck D, a public figure and musician.
The Spurs and Knicks are noted for different types of motivation in the Finals.
The article hints at close and exciting games in this NBA Finals series.
Celebrities attend these Finals and add to the event’s atmosphere.
The article includes links to more information on the NBA Finals and players like Victor Wembanyama.
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Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks set a record for TV viewers, with ESPN/ABC averaging 23.8 million viewers. This was the largest audience for a Game 3 since 1998 and marked the first Finals game at Madison Square Garden since 1999.
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The game took place at Madison Square Garden, the first NBA Finals game there since 1999.
ESPN/ABC averaged 23.8 million viewers during the broadcast, peaking at 26.3 million.
This viewership was 159% higher than last year's NBA Finals Game 3 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers.
The audience was the biggest for a Game 3 since 1998, featuring Michael Jordan's Bulls vs. Utah Jazz.
The average ticket price for the game was about $7,500.
The Spurs won the game 115-111.
Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points with eight rebounds, six assists, and three blocks for the Spurs.
Knicks player Jalen Brunson also scored 32 points in the losing effort.
Game 4 is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden and is expected to attract a large TV audience.
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Spike Lee visited the Brazil men's national soccer team's training session in New Jersey ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He expressed support for both Brazil and the New York Knicks basketball team, while Brazil prepares to start their World Cup group matches soon.
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Brazil's 2026 World Cup base camp is in Morristown, New Jersey, near New York City.
Spike Lee, a famous filmmaker, showed up wearing Brazil’s "canarinho" jersey.
Lee asked about the New York Knicks’ upcoming NBA Finals Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs.
Neymar, Brazil’s top scorer, is recovering from a calf injury and has not played for Brazil since October 2023.
Brazil has won five World Cups but has not won since 2002.
Brazil will start the 2026 World Cup by playing Morocco at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Spike Lee mentioned he has met Neymar before and supports the player.
The New York Knicks have not won an NBA championship since 1973 and recently reached the Finals again.
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Victor Wembanyama helped the San Antonio Spurs win Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks with a score of 115-111. He scored 32 points and achieved a rare milestone, joining Spurs legend David Robinson in NBA playoff history.
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Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points, grabbed 8 rebounds, made 6 assists, and blocked 3 shots in Game 3.
The Spurs won Game 3 of the NBA Finals 115-111 at Madison Square Garden.
Wembanyama averages 24.1 points, 10.6 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks in his first 20 playoff games.
He joined David Robinson as the only players with 450+ points, 200+ rebounds, and 70+ blocks through their first 20 playoff games since 1973-74.
The Spurs lost the first two games at home and are currently down 2-1 in the series.
If the Spurs win Game 4, the series will be tied 2-2.
Game 4 is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday.
Wembanyama said playing on the road feels like “five against six,” highlighting the challenge of away games.
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The Men's World Cup has started in North America, with the first game played in Mexico City on Thursday. Matches will soon take place in the United States and Canada.
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The Men's World Cup began in Mexico City.
The tournament is taking place in three countries: Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
The opening game was held on Thursday in Mexico City.
Matches in the U.S. and Canada start on Friday.
The event is attracting worldwide attention.
CBS News is covering the event with reports from Matt Gutman.
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New York will give 500 free World Cup tickets to working families with children, first responders, and military families. The tickets will be distributed through YMCA centers and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, with free shuttle bus rides to the stadium included.
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500 free World Cup tickets are available for New York-area working families, first responders, and military families.
Tickets will be given out through New York State YMCAs and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
The YMCA locations involved include sites in New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland counties.
Shuttle buses will provide free round-trip transportation to MetLife Stadium for ticket recipients.
The tickets were secured by the New York New Jersey World Cup Host Committee with Uber's support.
New Jersey is also distributing 770 free tickets to healthcare workers and National Guard families.
Officials see the event as a chance to bring communities together and allow more people to enjoy the World Cup.
The World Cup is a major international soccer tournament held in the U.S. in 2026.
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The 2026 men's World Cup is starting across the US, Mexico, and Canada. Many players from the UK teams—England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland—come from local areas with rich football histories, including big cities and smaller towns.
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The 2026 men's World Cup will take place in the US, Mexico, and Canada.
England has a record 10 players from London in the squad, more than the famous Golden Generation of the 2000s.
The North West of England supplies the most England World Cup players, with seven in the current squad.
The North East of England, the smallest region by population, produces the most players per million residents.
Glasgow is the top UK city by number of World Cup players produced since 1950.
Some players have strong local connections, like Nico O'Reilly with a tattoo of Manchester’s dial code and Jordan Pickford who earned local honors after the 2018 World Cup.
The study looked at 536 UK World Cup players since 1950, using data from FIFA and national football groups.
Some players were born outside the UK but grew up there and are counted as having UK roots.
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England’s warm-up match against Costa Rica was delayed by one hour due to thunderstorms and lightning in Orlando, Florida. Weather delays have affected several recent soccer games in the U.S. and may impact some World Cup matches this year. Safety rules require stopping play if lightning is detected within eight miles of the stadium.
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The England vs. Costa Rica game was delayed from 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm BST because of heavy rain and thunderstorms.
Fans were asked to leave the stands and shelter inside the stadium to avoid lightning strikes.
If lightning is detected within eight miles, play must stop for at least 30 minutes, with the timer resetting after each new strike.
Similar weather delays occurred during the recent Saudi Arabia vs. Puerto Rico warm-up match, which was paused for nearly two hours.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) guidelines are used to decide when to stop or delay matches due to storms.
Some players and fans expect these delays might affect the rhythm and experience of the World Cup games, especially since matches are held in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
Two Texas stadiums hosting World Cup games have already faced weather issues during warm-up matches.
While delays can be inconvenient, teams are adapting and staying patient during weather interruptions.
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The NBA Finals Game 4 between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs is scheduled for Wednesday night. However, a public watch party outside Madison Square Garden has been canceled due to increased security measures.
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The NBA Finals Game 4 will feature the New York Knicks playing against the San Antonio Spurs.
The game will take place on Wednesday night.
Fans planned to watch the game outside Madison Square Garden.
The outdoor watch party was canceled.
The cancellation is due to heightened security around the venue.
CBS News reporter Jared Ochacher provided the update.
The game is part of the NBA Finals series, the final championship round in basketball.
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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts responded calmly to an ESPN article that criticized his performance and blamed him for the team’s problems last season. Hurts said he is focused on his job and open to improving under the new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion.
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Jalen Hurts is the quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles.
ESPN published a critical article blaming Hurts for many team issues last season.
The article included anonymous sources close to the team.
Hurts said he does not usually respond to criticisms publicly.
He expressed openness to growth and improvement with new coach Sean Mannion.
The article suggested Hurts might be traded if he does not improve by the next season.
Hurts said he is not worried about his contract for the upcoming season.
There were reports of tension between Hurts and former receiver A.J. Brown last season.
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