General Sports 8 Hours

Last updated: July 28, 2026, 11:31 PM ET

College Football & Conference Realignment

Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti on expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, suggesting the move could be implemented as early as 2026. Petitti also in recent postseason play while expressing a willingness to collaborate with other leagues on long-term sustainability. In other college news a lucrative multiyear sponsorship deal with SoFi Technologies, which will feature the financial services company's logo on all Fighting Irish athletic jerseys starting this season.

NFL Training Camps & Player Movement

NFL training camps are officially underway, with reporting from the Steelers, Falcons, Chiefs, and Patriots providing the latest insights and intel from the field as teams prepare for the upcoming season. In player news to join the Philadelphia 76ers on a one-year deal after reaching a buyout agreement with the Memphis Grizzlies, pending his clearance through waivers.

WNBA & Fantasy Basketball

The WNBA season has been marked by significant controversy through its first half, with fans and players alike looking to the upcoming All-Star break in Chicago as a potential reset. analysis highlights how their playoff positioning or build momentum for the offseason, while fantasy basketball experts to target on the waiver wire for a strong postseason push.

Commonwealth Games Showcase

The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have delivered a range of compelling performances amidst challenging conditions. Torrential rain, though England's Amy Hunt managed an impressive showing. Para-swimmer Stephen Clegg in the swimming events, adding to his earlier silver and bringing Scotland's medal tally to seven, with his performance drawing comparisons to Lionel Messi. In swimming, Jersey's Filip Nowacki made history by becoming the most decorated athlete from his island in Commonwealth Games history after winning the 200m breaststroke. Gymnast Ruby Evans for Wales in the floor final, completing a remarkable turnaround from earlier despair. On the track, Northern Ireland's Kate O'Connor held a lead in the heptathlon with three events remaining. Separately, swimmer Katie Shanahan declined an offer to appear on the dating show Love Island, choosing instead to focus on her athletic career and winning a silver medal.

Cricket Action & Historical Rivalries

In Test cricket, the West Indies over Pakistan by 90 runs in the first Test, with Jayden Seales taking 5-20 in the second innings to help seal the win, which the team dedicated to the legendary Sir Garfield Sobers. Meanwhile, a look back at the decade-long rivalry between WWE Superstars Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns is being offered ahead of their upcoming match at Summer Slam, tracing their history as former teammates in The Shield.