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The Houston Texans traded for wide receiver Kayshon Boutte from the New England Patriots after their player Jayden Higgins was injured. Boutte will compete to be the second wide receiver for the Texans, while the Patriots received safety Jaylen Reed and a future draft pick in return.
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Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins will miss the entire 2026 NFL season due to a torn ACL.
Houston Texans traded for Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte.
The Patriots got safety Jaylen Reed and a seventh-round pick in the 2028 draft from Houston.
Boutte had limited playing chances with the Patriots after they signed new top receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs.
Boutte was previously considered a potential first-round draft pick but was selected in the sixth round.
In Houston, Boutte will compete for the WR2 spot behind pro-bowler Nico Collins.
Other Texans wide receivers competing for spots include Xavier Hutchinson, Jaylin Noel, and Tank Dell, who is returning from a knee injury.
The trade was reported by NFL insider Tom Pelissero.
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Justin Jefferson, a wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings, had lower performance stats in the 2025 NFL season but aims to return to top form in 2026. He expects fans and the public will soon recognize him as the best wide receiver in the league.
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Justin Jefferson had career lows in receiving yards (1,048) and touchdowns (2) during the 2025 season.
He has been considered one of the NFL’s best receivers after strong performances in previous years.
Jefferson set records for most receiving yards in his first three and four NFL seasons.
Last season, the Vikings had the 29th-ranked passing offense, which affected Jefferson’s production.
Jefferson averaged 61.6 receiving yards per game in 2025, down from 96.5 in his career.
He had only three games with 100 or more receiving yards and went 11 straight games without more than 85 yards.
Jefferson played with quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz last season.
The Vikings will start their 2026 season against the Green Bay Packers on September 13.
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Nottingham Forest is working to sign Chelsea striker Liam Delap, who is available for £50 million. Delap has not played recently for Chelsea because of injuries and was left out of their squad for a recent match.
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Liam Delap is 23 years old and a striker for Chelsea.
Chelsea made Delap available for sale at £50 million.
Delap has been training away from Chelsea’s first team.
It is unclear if Forest’s deal is a permanent transfer or a loan.
Delap scored only one Premier League goal last season due to injuries.
Nottingham Forest recently bought defender Ousmane Diomande for £34 million.
Forest sold midfielder Elliot Anderson to Manchester City for a club-record £116 million.
Delap would compete with Forest’s strikers Chris Wood and Igor Jesus.
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The Seattle Seahawks lost safety Bud Clark to a broken ankle during a preseason game, sidelining him for several months. They also suffered a significant injury to backup offensive lineman Mason Richman, creating challenges for the team as they prepare for the season.
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Bud Clark, a second-round draft pick and safety, broke his ankle in the second preseason game against the Tennessee Titans.
Clark was expected to replace former safety Coby Bryant, who left the Seahawks for the Chicago Bears.
Clark’s injury happened on the first defensive play against the Titans and required immediate medical attention.
Mason Richman, a backup offensive lineman, sustained a serious injury early in the same game.
Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed both injuries are long-term and expressed disappointment over the losses.
With Clark out, players like Julian Love, Ty Okada, and Rodney Thomas II may get more playing time in the defensive backfield.
The Seahawks have multiple injury concerns ahead of the season opener against the New England Patriots on September 9.
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The Flowers brothers both play football, but different kinds. Aaron Flowers plays American football for the University of Oregon, while his younger brother, Benji Flowers, plays soccer and recently signed with the English club Chelsea after training with the FC Dallas Academy.
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Aaron Flowers plays college American football as a defensive back at Oregon.
Benji Flowers is a 15-year-old soccer player who signed a professional contract with Chelsea, a Premier League soccer club.
Benji will join Chelsea officially at age 18 but continues training in Texas for now.
Benji became the youngest player to sign a professional contract with FC Dallas’ senior team as a homegrown player.
Aaron was a four-star recruit and chose Oregon over other major universities.
Both brothers played soccer when they were younger, but Aaron switched to American football due to his size and physical style.
Chelsea reportedly paid a $3 million fee for Benji, which could increase to $10 million with add-ons.
MLS Commissioner Don Garber emphasized that Benji’s signing shows MLS academies are helping develop top soccer talent.
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New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez returned to practice after missing time with an ankle injury. His return improves the chances he will play in Week 1 of the NFL season, even though he has not yet signed a new contract extension.
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Christian Gonzalez missed seven practices and two preseason games due to an ankle injury.
Some fans wondered if contract issues caused his absence, but he resumed practice despite no new deal.
Gonzalez was the Patriots' first-round draft pick in 2023, selected 17th overall.
He is considered one of the best cornerbacks from his draft class.
Seattle Seahawks' cornerback Devon Witherspoon, a top peer, recently signed a $132 million extension.
Gonzalez has pushed for a new contract and might sign a deal larger than Witherspoon’s.
He has strong career stats, including 145 tackles and multiple interceptions.
Gonzalez earned second-team All-Pro honors in 2024 and Pro Bowl honors in 2025.
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Keely Hodgkinson has decided not to race in the women's 800 metres at the Zurich Diamond League because she is not fully ready after recent competitions. The race will still feature other top runners, but some leading athletes, including world champion Lilian Odira, have also withdrawn due to health issues.
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Hodgkinson withdrew from the Zurich Diamond League 800m race due to her body not being ready after the European Championships.
She had planned to compete against Audrey Werro, who recently won gold ahead of Hodgkinson at the European Championships.
Hodgkinson has faced hamstring and knee injuries in recent years and skipped the Commonwealth Games to focus on the European Championships.
Other key athletes in the race include Femke Broeders-Bol, who usually runs 400m hurdles but is running 800m this season.
Georgia Hunter-Bell, Hodgkinson’s training partner and Commonwealth Games 800m gold medalist, will also compete.
World 800m champion Lilian Odira has withdrawn due to illness and weakness after the Commonwealth Games.
The Zurich meet is the second to last event of the Diamond League season before the final in Brussels in early September.
Hodgkinson said she hopes to return to racing next year and aims to perform her best by competing with top athletes.
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Jalen Ramsey, a Pro Bowl cornerback, urged the Pittsburgh Steelers to pay his teammate Joey Porter Jr. during ongoing contract talks. Porter Jr. has been on the physically unable to perform list due to a back injury but is seen as a key player for the Steelers' defense.
Key Facts
The Steelers are negotiating a contract extension with Joey Porter Jr.
Jalen Ramsey publicly supports Porter Jr. getting paid fairly.
Porter Jr. injured his back during a team workout and has not practiced since training camp started.
Ramsey was recently activated off the physically unable to perform (PUP) list.
Porter Jr. played 14 games last season, recording 17 assisted tackles, one interception, 14 passes defended, and one sack.
The Steelers had one of the worst defenses in the NFL last season, especially against passing yards.
The Steelers earned a Wild Card spot last season but advanced due to a missed field goal by the Baltimore Ravens.
The Steelers’ preseason continues with a game against the Buffalo Bills on August 27, and the regular season starts September 13 against the Atlanta Falcons.
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Aston Villa is trying to sign Joel Ordonez, a defender from Club Brugge, after failing to agree a deal for Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton. Villa wants to strengthen its squad before the transfer deadline on September 1.
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Aston Villa wants to buy Joel Ordonez, a 22-year-old defender from Club Brugge.
Club Brugge values Ordonez at a minimum of £40 million.
Ordonez played for Ecuador in the recent World Cup and has made 124 appearances for Club Brugge since 2022.
Villa had tried to sign Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton, but Southampton rejected an £18 million offer.
Aston Villa sold defender Ezri Konsa to Arsenal last week.
Villa lost their first Premier League game of the season 4-0 to Brighton.
Several key players, including Morgan Rogers, Youri Tielemans, Lucas Digne, and Konsa, have left Villa this season.
There are uncertainties about striker Ollie Watkins, who is a transfer target for Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia.
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Jed York, the CEO and main owner of the San Francisco 49ers, was arrested in Ohio for arranging sexual activity in exchange for money. He pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges, served one day in jail, and was fined. York is married to Danielle York and they have two sons who are kept out of the public eye.
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Jed York was arrested in East Palestine, Ohio, for arranging sexual activity for $140.
He pleaded no contest to disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools.
York served one day in jail and paid a fine of $1,150.
The arrest happened near York’s hometown of Youngstown, Ohio.
York is the CEO and principal owner of the San Francisco 49ers, a position he has held since 2008.
He is married to Danielle York, a former public-school teacher who keeps a low public profile.
Jed and Danielle York have two sons, Jaxon and Brixton, who are rarely seen publicly.
The York family lives in Los Altos Hills, California, and keeps the children’s lives private.
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CJ Uzomah, a professional football player, announced his retirement from the NFL. He chose to retire as a member of the Cincinnati Bengals, the team that drafted him in 2015.
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CJ Uzomah played seven seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals.
He was drafted by the Bengals in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL Draft.
Uzomah was part of the Bengals team that reached Super Bowl LVI in the 2021 season.
After leaving the Bengals, he played two seasons with the New York Jets.
In 2024, Uzomah signed with the Philadelphia Eagles and played his last game against the Dallas Cowboys on December 29, 2024.
Uzomah announced his retirement on social media, expressing gratitude to the Bengals and their community.
The Bengals officially recognized his retirement on their social media accounts.
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The Cincinnati Bengals released offensive lineman Cody Ford after three seasons with the team. Ford, who mainly served as a backup, struggled during training camp and preseason, leading the team to move on before the 2026 season.
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Cody Ford was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2019 and played there for three seasons.
He spent one season with the Arizona Cardinals before signing with the Bengals in March 2023.
Ford started 10 games and played in all but one game during his time with Cincinnati.
In 2025, he made a notable 21-yard catch from quarterback Joe Burrow.
Ford was considered the Bengals’ top backup offensive lineman, ready to replace starters if injured.
The Bengals released Ford after poor performances in training camp and early preseason games.
The Bengals are concerned about protecting Joe Burrow, their key quarterback who has missed many games due to injury.
The team has strengthened its defense but needs a stronger offensive line to support their goal of reaching the Super Bowl.
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John "Jed" York, the owner of the San Francisco 49ers football team, was arrested in Ohio over the weekend. He was found guilty of two misdemeanor charges.
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John "Jed" York owns the San Francisco 49ers.
He was arrested in Ohio.
The arrest happened over the weekend.
He was convicted of two misdemeanor charges.
Misdemeanors are less serious crimes than felonies.
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The Phoenix Mercury basketball team agreed to a contract buyout with veteran player DeWanna Bonner. This deal allows Bonner to join another team and try to win a championship in what may be her last playoff season.
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DeWanna Bonner has played in the WNBA playoffs 15 times, 10 of those with the Phoenix Mercury.
She was part of the Mercury’s championship teams in 2009 and 2014.
The Mercury secured a spot in the 2026 WNBA playoffs before making the buyout deal.
Bonner started her career with the Mercury in 2009 and returned to them after time with other teams.
She played for the Connecticut Sun for five years and then signed with the Indiana Fever in 2025.
The Fever waived Bonner in June, allowing her to sign again with the Mercury.
Bonner expressed gratitude for the opportunity to play again with the Mercury and their fans.
The Mercury’s general manager highlighted Bonner’s leadership and wished her well for her future.
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Joey Porter Jr., a top young cornerback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has not yet agreed to a new contract as he enters the final year of his rookie deal. Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy said the team and Porter are at a standstill in negotiations, and Porter has not joined practice during training camp while waiting for a new deal.
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Joey Porter Jr. was the Steelers' second-round draft pick in 2023.
He is seen as one of the best cornerbacks and finished fifth in Defensive Rookie of the Year voting in 2023.
Porter has not allowed a touchdown since Week 8 of his rookie season.
He has 165 tackles, 31 pass breakups, and 3 interceptions over three seasons with the Steelers.
Coach Mike McCarthy said the team and Porter are at an "impasse" over a new contract.
Porter has not participated in training camp practices while negotiating.
Other top cornerbacks from the 2023 draft, like Devon Witherspoon, have secured large contracts recently.
The Steelers may need to pay Porter more or risk trading him before the season starts in about two weeks.
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Breanna Stewart, a star player for the New York Liberty, wants WNBA arenas to remain safe and welcoming places amid debates about transgender women participating in women’s sports. Recently, protests and rallies have happened around games after comments by Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever opposing transgender women competing in the league.
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The WNBA has never had a transgender woman player but debates about their participation have increased recently.
The WNBA’s rules limit players to women but do not clearly define gender identity or birth sex.
Sophie Cunningham expressed opposition to transgender girls and women playing in women’s sports, sparking protests.
Supporters and opponents of transgender participation held peaceful rallies before a Liberty vs. Fever game.
Breanna Stewart wants arenas to be safe spaces where fans and players can be themselves.
Some fans wearing shirts about transgender participation were asked to cover them, though the league later said fans should be allowed to express their views.
Stewart has supported transgender rights and donated shoe royalties to an LGBTQ+ youth organization.
Cunningham said the controversy has brought more attention and new fans to the WNBA.
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The New York Liberty secured a spot in the 2026 WNBA playoffs after the Washington Mystics won against the Portland Fire. This marks the Liberty's sixth year in a row making the playoffs.
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The Liberty earned a playoff spot because the Mystics beat the Portland Fire.
The Mystics also secured a playoff spot for the first time since 2023.
The Liberty won the WNBA championship two years ago in 2024.
Last season, the Liberty lost early in the playoffs to the Phoenix Mercury.
The Liberty and Mystics hold the 6th and 7th seeds in the playoffs.
The Dallas Wings and Portland Fire are competing for the final playoff spot, with the Wings leading.
Five other teams already clinched playoff spots: Minnesota Lynx, Golden State Valkyries, Las Vegas Aces, Atlanta Dream, and Indiana Fever.
The Liberty has six regular-season games left, including two games against the Atlanta Dream that will impact playoff seeding.
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Cam Ward, quarterback for the Tennessee Titans, shared how the team can improve by making more deep passes with their receivers. Last season, Ward threw for over 3,000 yards but had a low completion rate on long plays. The Titans aim to have a better season, possibly winning more games and making the playoffs.
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Cam Ward believes better connection on deep passes will help the Titans' offense.
Last season, Ward threw for 3,169 yards, 15 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions.
Ward’s longest completed pass last season was 47 yards.
In a recent preseason game, Ward threw for 69 yards with 8 completions out of 12 attempts.
Rookie receiver Carnell Tate, along with Wan'Dale Robinson and Calvin Ridley, will be important targets.
The Titans' projected wins for this season are about 6.5, which would be an improvement from last year’s 3 wins.
The Titans’ next preseason game is on August 29 against the Chicago Bears.
Their regular season opens on September 13 at home versus the New York Jets.
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Jed York, owner of the San Francisco 49ers, was arrested in Ohio and pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges: disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools. He received a one-day jail sentence, a fine, and completed an online course as part of a plea deal.
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Jed York was arrested Sunday in East Palestine, Ohio.
He faced misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools.
York pleaded no contest to the charges and was sentenced to one day in jail, served concurrently.
He paid a $1,150 fine and posted a $5,000 bond for his release.
Initially, he was charged with engaging in prostitution, but this was changed to disorderly conduct.
$160 seized during the arrest will go to the Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Task Force.
York completed an online course as part of his plea agreement.
York has been the 49ers’ principal owner since 2024 and led the team to three Super Bowl appearances.
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Dana Brown and the Houston Astros have agreed to end their working relationship. Brown had been the Astros' general manager since January 2023, and the team is currently tied for first place in their division.
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Dana Brown and the Houston Astros mutually agreed to part ways.
Brown’s contract was set to end after the current season.
The Astros are tied for first place in the American League West division with the Texas Rangers.
Senior adviser Jeff Bagwell and assistant general managers Charles Cook, Gavin Dickey, and Connor Huff will take over Brown’s duties temporarily.
Team owner Jim Crane will oversee baseball operations during the transition.
Brown had been Astros’ general manager since January 2023, after working with the Atlanta Braves.
Under Brown, the Astros won two division titles in four seasons.
Brown thanked the Astros and fans and said he looks forward to continuing his long career in baseball.
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