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Last updated: August 4, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

College Football Prepares for 2026 Season

Ohio State has earned the top spot in the 2026 preseason AFCA coaches poll, aiming to continue the Big Ten's national championship streak. The magazine also highlighted the 40 most important players for the upcoming season, with top quarterbacks like Manning and Moore ranking high. Thirty-one teams are considered to have the best chance to reach the College Football Playoff in 2026, possessing both the necessary talent and schedules. Miami coach Cristobal has secured a long-term contract extension after leading the Hurricanes to the College Football Playoff title game last season. USC and Notre Dame will reignite their rivalry beginning in 2030, although Notre Dame's planned home-and-home series with Indiana starting that year has been canceled. early Top 25 rankings show Texas climbing into the top five while North Carolina falls out for UCLA, with key nonconference games already circled on calendars.

MLB Trade Deadline Drama and Player News

The MLB trade deadline concluded amidst significant activity, leaving many teams with uncertain outcomes regarding their dealings. Yankees GM Cashman has not ruled out any possibilities regarding Aaron Judge's return, stating that his status depends on future imaging results for his rib injury.

Basketball and WNBA Updates

WNBA Power Rankings showcase the Minnesota Lynx and Indiana Fever at the top two spots after a high-scoring contest between them, with the Las Vegas Aces rounding out the top three.

Golf's FedEx Cup Race Heats Up

Players on the bubble for the FedEx Cup Playoffs, including Jackson Koivun and Brooks Koepka, are looking to make their move at the Wyndham Championship.

Soccer League Uncertainties and International News

The Northern Ireland Football League's Irish Premiership and Championship face potential delays to their season start, as an extraordinary general meeting has been called for Tuesday. Larne's Europa qualifier against Georgian side FC Iberia 1999 on Tuesday might be postponed by 24 hours. UEFA has communicated its intention to pursue legal action against Gianni Infantino regarding his World Cup sell-off plan.

Other Sports News and Athlete Updates

UFC flyweight Nascimento has passed away at the age of 34 due to an apparent heart attack. UFC owners incurred a $30 million loss from staging the Freedom 250 event at the White House in June, which was attended by US President Donald Trump. Ian Machado attributes his upcoming welterweight title shot against Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 on August 15th to his successful transition to a plant-based diet. Swiss cyclist Marlen Reusser secured her first career yellow jersey by winning a 21km time trial to Dijon in the fourth stage of the Tour de France Femmes. Sunrisers Leeds to defeat London Spirit with two balls remaining, keeping their faint qualification hopes alive in The Hundred. Ireland's star Ayeisha McFerran has been ruled out of the upcoming Hockey World Cup due to injury. BBC Sport correspondent Andrew Benson addressed recent questions in a Q&A session regarding the sport. Eddie Hearn might find it challenging to secure a £1 million-a-season deal for Henry Pollock due to salary cap regulations. GB Snowsport no longer receive investment directly from UK Sport, although athletes' funding remains unaffected. A.J. Williams, previously ranked as the No. 1 player in the 2028 class, has announced his decision to reclassify to the 2027 class. Hooker Tom a promising young player for Cardiff, is reportedly ignoring the hype surrounding his potential future with Wales. Alexandra Eala is preparing for the US Open, returning to the hard court surface where she has achieved significant career milestones, including her first title. The wrestling event Summer Slam featured Roman Reigns retaining the World Heavyweight Championship in a rivalry conclusion with Seth Rollins, alongside Chad Gable's title win. Bears new Coby Bryant is expected to miss eight to 10 weeks of action due to a leg injury. A.J. Mitchell Coco Jones exchanged vows, sharing their first dance to Musiq Soulchild's song "Love." Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn has been invited for a personal meeting with Prime Minister Andy Burnham following his heartfelt appeal for increased brain cancer research funding.