General Sports 24 Hours

Last updated: August 7, 2026, 7:03 PM ET

NFL

Eric Karabell’s annual “Do Not Draft” list highlights a Giants trio overvalued in fantasy drafts this summer. In the broader contract landscape, Seth Walder stacked the 10 most notable NFL contract extensions, including Jahmyr Gibbs’ new $67.5M deal that ranks among recent blockbusters. Offensive lineman Cole Hutson returned to Texas after NFL tryouts with the Browns and Cowboys, regaining a fifth year of eligibility. the race for the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NFL draft includes QBs like Dante Moore and Arch Manning among 16 candidates in the mix.

MLB

ESPN breaks down how each club’s playoff hopes have changed since the MLB trade deadline, grading roster completeness across all 30 teams. Our panel of baseball insiders evaluated the biggest trade deadline deals, including the Skubal and Rutschman blockbusters, with one exec saying, “I’m glad we’re not in the NL.” Off the field, the Mascot Hall of Fame inducted five new members including Mrs. Met and Goldy, the Philadelphia Phillies’ mascot.

WNBA

Caitlin Clark says she’s playing the best basketball of her career, already holding the most 20-point, 10-assist games in WNBA history, but her game remains a work in progress. After a chaotic matchup, Chelsea Gray’s buzzer-beating 3-pointers lifted the Aces past the Fever, forcing overtime with the first and winning the game with the second. Two men were escorted from their courtside seats during that game in Indianapolis. Clark later addressed her approach to political issues, saying she trusts her gut and advising individuals to speak when they feel they want to. The WNBPA emphasized inclusion amid the transgender athlete debate, stating the organization will not be used as political pawns. Meanwhile, the WNBA playoff race sees six teams battling for the final spot behind seven locks, including the Mystics and Sparks.

College Sports

New Purdue AD Tommy McClelland owned his mistake regarding a one-liner at the expense of Indiana, admitting regret “the second it left my mouth.” A ranking of college football’s most hated villains includes Lane Kiffin as the top pot-stirrer of all time. The list of the biggest villain for every Power 4 college football team includes stories behind the fury, from players to coaches. For the 2026‑27 season, an analysis of every Big Ten team’s ceiling and floor ranges from winning the national title to missing the tournament entirely.

Cricket

In a tri-series in Forfarshire, Scotland secured a nine-run win over Canada to reach next year’s World Cup Qualifier. Rashid Khan’s six wickets powered Afghanistan to a 92‑run win over Ireland in Gary Wilson’s first ODI as head coach. Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff stepped down as England Lions head coach. In the One Day Cup, Luc Benkenstein’s brilliant 140 led Essex to a narrow win over Glamorgan, despite Timm van der Gugten’s 118 not out. England opener Emilio Gay suffered a shoulder injury while playing for Durham against Middlesex. Jos Buttler credited a chat with Marcus Trescothick for helping him rediscover the form that took him past the all-time T20 run-scoring record.

Rugby League

In Super League, the Leeds Rhinos beat Wakefield 24‑22 in a top-of-the-table thriller, moving four points clear at the summit.

Other Sports

The WSOP 2026 final table delivered great play with engaging personalities, but the Hall of Fame inducted only one player, sparking calls for reform. The story of Slippery Stairs reveals how challenging the iconic Ocho event is for competitors. The Ocho itself, born from a Dodge Ball joke, has become a 10‑year tradition showcasing obscure competitions like T. rex races and pumpkin tossing. In cycling, Katarzyna Niewiadoma‑Phinney won on Mont Ventoux to claim the Tour de France Femmes stage win and the overall race lead. Conor McGregor said his comeback starts now after undergoing knee surgery on the injury suffered in his UFC return. England hockey star Hannah French praised medical staff for helping her recover from an ACL injury in time for the women’s Hockey World Cup. The PLL’s Throwback Weekend in Boston features four games and playoff scenarios as the regular season winds down. The story of how getting fired helped a former Vikings ball boy reach the Hall of Fame is detailed, highlighting a career shaped by that early setback. In boxing, Claressa Shields says a fight with Lauren Price will likely happen in 2027. BBC NI secured a new three‑year deal for Irish Premiership coverage with 30 games per season, ensuring continued free-to-air broadcasts.