Last updated: August 8, 2026, 3:28 PM ET
NFL
Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson said 2026 is "probably my last year" after missing four practices for personal reasons. In fantasy, Eric Karabell’s annual “Do Not Draft” list identifies overvalued players like the Giants trio. The Lions’ Jahmyr Gibbs signed a $67.5M extension — one of the 10 most notable contracts ranked by Seth Walder. 16 players are in the mix for the 2027 No. 1 pick. Training camp brought a scuffle at Raiders practice and Stefon Diggs’ Commanders debut. Finally, the story of how getting fired helped an ex-ball boy reach the Hall of Fame highlights the Vikings’ rehiring of Larry Fitzgerald.
College Sports
UConn coach Dan Hurley warned that coaches exploiting rulings for late additions are doing more harm than good. The Senate postponed a vote on the Protect College Sports Act to September. College football’s all-time villains include Lane Kiffin as a top pot-stirrer, while a separate list names the biggest villain for every Power 4 team. Purdue AD Tommy McClelland issued a mea culpa over a one-liner at Indiana’s expense, calling it a mistake.
MLB
The trade deadline reshaped playoff races, with an analysis of each club’s hopes and roster completeness. Fantasy owners can track reactions to key deals. Off the field, the Mascot Hall of Fame Class of 2026 includes Mrs. Met and Goldy.
Rugby & Rugby League
Wigan Warriors moved into second in Super League with an eight-try 48-18 win over Toulouse. Huddersfield Giants celebrated their move to Dewsbury by thrashing Catalans 42-20. Tragically, Fijian player Saimoni Vunilagi died of suspected heatstroke after a training session in Japan.
Soccer/Football
Ballymena United pulled off a shock 3-0 win over Linfield. Swansea City fear a serious Achilles injury to Cameron Burgess. Newcastle United’s new era begins under Matthias Jaissle, where the project is changing.
Cycling
Demi Vollering surged to victory on stage eight of the Tour de France Femmes, claiming the yellow jersey with one stage left.
WNBA & NBA
Caitlin Clark said she is “playing the best basketball of my career” as her game has grown in Year, already holding the WNBA record for most 20-point, 10-assist games. The Women’s National Basketball Players Association rejected “hate, abuse” amid the trans athlete debate. Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke’s death was ruled accidental due to drugs.
Other Sports
Ben Pritchard targets a world title defence after his Euro win. Michael Johnson confirmed athletes from the bankrupt Grand Slam Track league have been paid. Tom Lammonby’s ton revived Somerset’s One-Day Cup hopes. Hacky sack’s viral comeback was featured on ESPN’s The Ocho. The PLL’s Throwback Weekend includes key playoff scenarios. Slippery Stairs shares the story of its creation and difficulty. Finally, the WSOP 2026 final table delivered, but the Hall of Fame process needs addressing.