Former NFL running back LeSean McCoy is not a fan of Kyler Murray, reigniting his beef with the Minnesota Vikings quarterback this week by saying Murray isn’t good enough to be cocky.

McCoy has a long, documented history of ripping Murray; his recent comments were merely the latest chapter in the saga.

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McCoy: Murray Isn’t Good Enough to Be Arrogant

Chatting on the Speakeasy podcast, McCoy was not shy about unloading his latest Murray take, saying, “But you know what I hate? I hate a super cocky, arrogant player that’s not that good. That’s a little above average. That is Kyler Murray.”

“He plays like high school Texas football. He runs around and back there just trying to make plays like this high school football stuff.”

McCoy last played in the NFL in 2020, is a two-time Super Bowl champion, and isn’t unafraid to uncork juicy takes on the internet.

Past Comments from McCoy

A couple of years ago, Murray mentioned his 43-0 career in high school, touting the accomplishment because he played ball in Texas. McCoy replied on social media, “lol and what has that gotten u ??? Mid NFL career??? What we talking bout?”

In 2022, McCoy went on another Murray-related rant, saying, “He’s trash. Overhyped. Overrated. He plays like a high school player. Runs around, runs backward, he does a circle, the ballerina circle, then goes left, goes right, turns all the way around again, then looks for a wide receiver. That’s not how you play quarterback.”

“He ain’t Mahomes. Let me tell you about Mahomes real quick: the majority of Mahomes’ passes are based on timing. Third step, hit, boom, ball’s out. Fifth step, boom, ball’s out. Now sometimes he goes off script, we all can do that but not every pass!”

McCoy flat-out doesn’t like the guy. He says the same thing about Murray every time he talks about him.

“Every pass, Murray is holding the ball, let’s make a miracle. Every game he’s played. Watch him play. It’s really embarrassing, to be honest. Like, who’s coaching this kid? He ain’t reading no coverages,” he continued his tirade and crusade.

“When a quarterback is running around like that all day, all night, all game, that’s because he’s not reading any coverages.”

Murray Not Universally Loved

Murray isn’t for everybody. When the Arizona Cardinals baked in a “study hall clause” into his contract — later removed — many determined he was a lazy, no-good video game player. The narrative died down thereafter but never truly vanished.

He’s also never won a playoff game, so when his ardor for video games is mentioned, the assertion is that he doesn’t love football as much as his peers and spends too much time on other hobbies. Ask a casual fan about Murray, and there’s a decent chance they mock for a) his height b) video games c) his attitude.

The guy probably needs a playoff win or two to dull the perception.

A Change of Scenery in 2026

Thankfully for Murray’s sake, he’ll get a bit of a clean slate this season. Murray will work alongside a “quarterback whispering” head coach and playmakers like Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, Jauan Jennings, T.J. Hockenson, Aaron Jones, and Jordan Mason. He’ll also have a Top 3 defense from the last two seasons at his back, led by Brian Flores.

Murray has never quite had a setup like this.

Our Cole Smith noted on Murray in May, “He was selected to back-to-back Pro Bowls in 2020 and 2021 after throwing for a combined 48 touchdowns, rushing for another 16, while completing 68.1% of his passes for 7,758 yards. Murray hasn’t been the same since, only starting 41 of 64 games in that time. But he believes Kevin O’Connell can help him return to Pro Bowl form.”

“O’Connell has confidence in Murray, but what is the quarterback’s own level of confidence in this new environment? The bigger question remains what the on-field product will look like. Reporters were able to look upon practice on Wednesday and saw a glimpse of what this offense can look like with Murray.”

Murray looked wonderful at organized team activities.

Smith added, “There could have been plenty of excuses made for why Murray didn’t execute the play. Instead, he avoided disaster and made the defense pay. Murray said his confidence is unshakeable. He displayed that on and off the field in his first action in front of reporters.”

“If he can continue stacking days like this throughout the summer, there will likely be no question about how the quarterback competition ends.”

But according to McCoy, he’s just too arrogant and cocky to make it work.

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When: Friday June 12, 2026 at 8:00 pm

Where: Suncorp Stadium

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The Dolphins have a golden opportunity to strengthen their top-four credentials when they host an Origin-depleted Sydney Roosters outfit at Suncorp Stadium on Friday night. After a difficult start to the season, the Dolphins have surged into contention with five consecutive victories, showcasing one of the most dangerous attacks in the competition. The Roosters remain well placed inside the top four themselves, but the absence of several representative stars leaves them facing a major challenge. While Sydney has dominated this matchup since the Dolphins entered the NRL, the circumstances are very different this time around. The Dolphins retain much of their attacking core and arrive full of confidence, while the Roosters will rely on inexperienced combinations across key positions. Momentum and continuity appear firmly in the hosts’ favour.

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When: Saturday June 13, 2026 at 5:30 pm

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A blockbuster Saturday afternoon clash awaits in Auckland as the Warriors return home to face a Cronulla side chasing a fourth straight win. The Warriors have established themselves among the competition’s elite this season and return to Go Media Stadium for the first time in two months. Cronulla has quietly rebuilt momentum after a mid-season dip, stringing together three successive victories to move firmly into finals contention. Both teams are missing key forwards through Origin and injury, placing extra importance on the battle between the halves and outside backs. The Sharks have enjoyed recent success in Auckland and handed the Warriors a convincing defeat earlier this season, but the hosts have improved dramatically since then. With both clubs sitting comfortably inside the top eight, this shapes as one of the matches of the round.

Expecting big things from outside linebacker Dallas Turner in 2026? How about second-year wideout Tai Felton? Neither of those men is the most logical breakout candidate for the 2026 Minnesota Vikings — because that distinction belongs to left tackle Christian Darrisaw, says CBS Sports.

It’s a bizarre selection for a breakout player, as Darrisaw broke out five years ago.

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CBS Sports: Vikings Breakout Player = Christian Darrisaw

Zachary Pereles nominated a breakout player for each NFC team this week, landing on Darrisaw for Minnesota: “If you ask Vikings fans, they’d probably say it’s past time for Christian Darrisaw to become a star. The left tackle showcases elite talent when he’s on the field. The issue is he hasn’t been on the field enough: zero full seasons.”

“He has played in just 17 games total the past two seasons after signing a four-year, $113 million extension in July 2024. He then tore his ACL and MCL in October and struggled with knee issues for seemingly all of 2025.”

Pereles is correct with his first sentence. Minnesotans are not looking for Darrisaw to achieve stardom. They want him to be healthy.

“He’s an absolute road grader in the run game; since Darrisaw arrived in 2021, the Vikings have a 46% rushing success rate with him on the field and a 41% rushing success rate without him,” Pereles added.

“In 2025, that would have been the difference between the NFL’s 17th-best rushing attack and its 31st-best rushing attack.”

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Pereles is right about one thing — Vikings fans considering Darrisaw a stud. From their perspective, he broke out sometime in mid-2021 as a rookie.

In fact, during the dark years of 2021 and 2023, Darrisaw was a bright spot, a player fans could tout as, “At least we have Darrisaw.” That crowd spends more time wondering why Darrisaw has never reached a Pro Bowl, despite a Pro Bowl resume, than labeling him as a breakout candidate.

Most would’ve picked the aforementioned Turner for the “breakout” candidacy, as outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard was traded in late April. It’s finally time for Turner to start after the Vikings traded the farm to get him in 2024.

But nope — CBS Sports says Darrisaw could be on the cusp of something big in 2026.

Career Resume for Darrisaw

Darrisaw’s track record is clear: when healthy, he is one of the best left tackles in football.

Since 2021, the Vikings have witnessed his prowess over 3,440 total snaps — 2,216 in pass-blocking and 1,224 in run-blocking. His performance has been exceptional, highlighted by an overall grade of 90.4 in 2022, followed by 82.4 in 2023 and 81.4 in 2024. PFF ranked him seventh among all offensive tackles after the 2023 season, noting his career-best 85.3 pass-blocking grade, which was third in the NFL.

The 2023 season is particularly significant, as Darrisaw maintained his elite blindside protection despite Minnesota cycling through four quarterbacks: Kirk Cousins, Joshua Dobbs, Nick Mullens, and Jaren Hall.

His run-blocking grades have been consistently strong: 90.6 in 2022, 73.9 in 2023, 82.3 in 2024, and 69.8 in 2025. His pass-blocking grades show even greater consistency: 82.4, 85.3, 79.9, and 71.3 from 2022 to 2025.

PFF recognized his potential early, ranking him among rookie left tackles with the lowest pressure rates since 2010 after his first season.

The primary concern, of course, revolves around his recent availability. Darrisaw has played in 58 games and started 56 over five years. His talent undeniably qualifies him as a franchise left tackle; the Vikings simply need him to complete a full season.

Actual Breakout Candidates?

If one classifies Darrisaw’s breakout label as bogus, here’s the real list of possible Vikings contenders in 2026:

• Tai Felton (WR)
• Jordan Mason (RB)
• Myles Price (WR)
• Bo Richter (OLB)
• Dallas Turner (OLB)
• Jay Ward (S)

Rookies, too — the Vikings have about 30 on the roster right now — could break out, but no one considers a rookie shining for the first time all that remarkable. It happens.

Darrisaw said last week that his knee feels its best in two years, notable because he tore his ACL in October 2024. Mankato Free Press‘s Abbie Parr noted, “Darrisaw, who’s entering his sixth season with the Vikings after being drafted in the first round in 2021, wore a leg sleeve but no knee brace during Thursday’s organized team activities practice.”

“He participated in everything from O-line drills to 7-on-7 work. Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said the team had planned on Darrisaw being available in this part of the NFL calendar and that he’s been participating ‘pretty much in totality.’”

He turned 27 last week.

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It seemed a bit, let’s say, irregular over the past few years to see NFL quarterbacks who had never won or even played in a Super Bowl surpass Patrick Mahomes as the league’s highest-paid quarterback.

That’s changing starting in 2027.

On Wednesday, Mahomes vaulted over the entire quarterback pack in agreeing to a new contract with a two-year extension that is worth $504.75 million and ties him to the Kansas City Chiefs through the 2033 season. ESPN was first to report the news.

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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes walks off the field after an NFL game against the Las Vegas Raiders in Kansas City, Mo., on Oct. 19, 2025. (Reed Hoffmann/AP)

The deal is not yet signed but has been in the works for weeks between Mahomes’ representatives at Equity Sports and Chiefs general manager Brett Veach and his team.

The extension means Mahomes now has a contract from 2026 to 2033 worth over half a billion dollars over eight seasons. That represents the first NFL contract to climb over the half-billion-dollar mark.

Mahomes can climb as high as $522.25 million if he meets incentives.

And this: When $239.05 million in new money kicks in starting in 2027, Mahomes will be averaging a reported $64 million per season.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes takes off his helmet after defeating the Buffalo Bills during the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., on Jan. 26, 2025. (Mark J. Rebilas/Imagn Images)

That beats the $60 million per year on an annual average basis Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott gets as the NFL’s current highest-paid quarterback.

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And it certainly blows away the $45 million per year average Mahomes has been getting since signing his current contract in 2020.

Back then, Mahomes signed a 10-year contract worth $450 million. It made him the highest-paid quarterback in the NFL.

But in the ensuing years, players including Lamar Jackson, Justin Herbert, Brock Purdy, Tua Tagovailoa, Jared Goff, Trevor Lawrence, Josh Allen, Jordan Love and Prescott signed deals worth more on an annual average basis.

And you know how many Super Bowl championships all those higher-paid QBs boast?

Zero.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is interviewed by Netflix reporter Stacey Dales after a win against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Dec. 25, 2024. (Barry Reeger-Imagn Images)

Mahomes has helped the Chiefs reach five Super Bowls. And they’ve won three.

That alone suggests Mahomes was underpaid while averaging $45 million per season. That, of course, can be debated because Mahomes hasn’t exactly posted career statistics in recent years.

His annual passing yards have declined each of the last three seasons since he posted a career-high 5,250 passing yards in 2022.

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But the statistics are affected by the talent level around him. The Chiefs have had offensive line issues and the wide receiver cast has been in flux and often inconsistent in recent years.

The important thing is whether the Chiefs believe Mahomes to be worthy of a raise. They’ve answered that question.

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The panels are decorated with vibrant colours and the official FIFA World Cup 2026 logo to commemorate this year’s tournament

With the FIFA World Cup 2026 finally kicking off, fans all over the world will be tuning in over the next month to cheer on their nation’s team. While those across the UK will be cheering on their home teams, especially after England’s stellar performance that reached the quarter-finals, there are a variety of ways to get immersed in this year’s tournament.

While there is plenty of merch out there to commemorate this year’s World Cup, football fans could get their hands on their very own FIFA World Cup 2026-branded football. Better yet, they could save as much as £15 in the process, practically making it a steal.

Argos is currently offering the Hy-Pro Official FIFA World Cup 2026 PVC Football for £15. However, a cashback deal could see you grab it free of charge.

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TopCashback is giving new customers to the brand, who are also new to Argos, the chance to grab the ball for £0. Meanwhile, new TopCashback members who are existing Argos members can also get the ball for free after cashback has been calculated.

Shoppers should keep in mind, though, that while the item itself is free of charge, that doesn’t include standard delivery, which is £3.99. However, click and collect is also free of charge if you want to save money on delivery.

The officially licensed football is made from durable PVC, allowing it to hold its shape when used for sports rather than just as a display piece. It comes with an included pump to keep it in the best condition and ready to play.

The ball itself is made with 32 panels and comes in size five, meeting the official regulation standard for competitive matches and allowing proper training for older kids and adults who want to improve their skills. The panels are also decorated with vibrant colours and the official FIFA World Cup 2026 logo to commemorate this year’s tournament.

If you want a slightly different style to commemorate the World Cup, you could also opt for the adidas FIFA World Cup 2026 Trionda Training Ball, which is currently discounted on Amazon from £26.99 to £24.98. This training ball is designed to help you improve your football skills and comes with official FIFA World Cup 2026 branding.

If you’re not too fussed about the World Cup branding and simply want a ball with various size options, you could opt for the PUMA Orbita Cup, which is available on Amazon for £14. This ball comes in sizes three and four, making it suitable for both older and younger kids who want to train at home.

While no reviews are currently available for the Hy-Pro Official FIFA World Cup 2026 PVC Football, serious training customers should note that the PVC material can become stiff in cold weather, making kicking the ball more difficult. PVC can also feel slicker than other ball materials, which might make it more difficult for some players to properly practice their control when compared to grippier materials.

How to get the Hy-Pro Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Football for free via TopCashback

• Sign up as a new member at Top Cashback for free via this link.
• Search for Argos on the site, click through and buy the item normally.
• Get £15 cashback when you spend £15 or more on an item.
• The cashback will track to the TopCashback ‘Earnings page’ within seven days of your purchase.

NEW YORK – The New York Knicks do not die.

After trailing by as many as 29, the Knicks had yet another comeback — this one perhaps the greatest of all-time, to steal a 107-106 win over the San Antonio Spurs and take a 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals.

The winning moment came at the fingertip of OG Anunoby, whose tip-in off a missed Jalen Brunson three-pointer put Madison Square Garden in an absolute frenzy.

But it sure was a grind to get to that point.

New York Knicks PG Jalen Brunson shoots over San Antonio Spurs PG De’aaron Fox in Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. (Vincent Carchietta/Imagn Images)

Karl-Anthony Towns was hit with two fouls in just the first 62 seconds of the game, one which the Knicks faithful were not happy with. And while there was plenty of ball left after that, the game changed from that moment.

The refs certainly did not help the case, but the Spurs opened the game on a 41-20 run, mostly while Towns was off the floor. Combine that with the team knocking down 54% of its three-pointers in the first half, and you have a 76-49 Spurs lead at halftime, and they got up to a 29-point lead.

But we’ve learned to never count out New York. As they cut the deficit to 15 to close out the third quarter, the crowd that was dying to pounce was finally alive. A slow start to the fourth put San Antonio up 20, but the Knicks went on a 13-2 run to cut it to just nine with a little less than seven minutes to go. And then it was seven with 5:15 to go.

Members of the New York Knicks celebrate their 107-106 victory against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York on June 10, 2026. (Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)

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And then it was four with 4:32 to go.

Then one with two minutes.

And then the lead with just 90 seconds left.

Pandemonium.

The Spurs hit two free throws to regain the lead with 30.3 seconds left. Yet again — it’s the Knicks.

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson reacts after making a three-point basket against the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter of Game Four in the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York on June 10, 2026. (Al Bello/Getty Images)

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Then came what head coach Mike Brown dubbed the greatest play in the history of Knicks basketball.

San Antonio was unable to get a shot off the inbound, and Madison Square Garden was the loudest it may have ever been, as the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history was complete.

After the game, head coach Mike Brown dubbed Anunoby’s tip-in the biggest play in the history of Knicks basketball.

The Knicks outscored the Spurs 58-30.

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The FIFA World Cup is finally here.

Over the next month, the world’s best players will battle for football’s biggest prize, with national pride, history and immortality on the line.

Every tournament begins with a handful of favourites, a few dark horses and several nations hoping to spring a surprise. While the expanded format means more opportunities for shocks, history suggests the eventual winner is usually found among a select group of elite teams.

Here are SportsRation’s five leading contenders to lift the World Cup trophy.

1. Spain

If there is one team entering the tournament with the fewest weaknesses, it is Spain.

The European champions have blended youthful brilliance with proven experience, creating arguably the most balanced squad in international football.

Lamine Yamal has emerged as one of the game’s brightest stars, while Pedri continues to control matches with his intelligence and composure. Behind them sits Rodri, the midfielder many consider the most important player in world football.

Spain do not simply win games; they control them.

Their ability to dominate possession, dictate tempo and suffocate opponents makes them the team everyone will want to avoid in the knockout rounds.

2. France

France arrive at another major tournament carrying familiar expectations.

They reached the 2018 World Cup final, won it, then returned to the final again in 2022. No nation has been more consistently successful on the biggest stage over the last decade.

Kylian Mbappé remains the headline act, but France’s strength lies in their incredible depth.

Ousmane Dembélé is coming off one of the finest seasons of his career, while players such as Aurélien Tchouaméni, William Saliba, Michael Olise and Eduardo Camavinga’s replacements ensure Didier Deschamps has quality in every area of the pitch.

France know how to navigate tournament football, and that experience makes them genuine contenders once again.

3. Argentina

Writing off Argentina would be foolish.

The reigning world champions arrive with the confidence of a team that knows exactly what it takes to win football’s greatest prize.

While Lionel Messi may no longer be at his physical peak, his influence remains enormous. More importantly, Argentina are no longer dependent on him.

Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister and Julián Álvarez have become world-class performers in their own right, while manager Lionel Scaloni has built one of the most cohesive units in international football.

The motivation is obvious too.

Many within the squad have spoken openly about wanting to give Messi one final World Cup triumph before the curtain falls on his international career.

4. Portugal

This may be Portugal’s best opportunity since Cristiano Ronaldo first burst onto the international scene.

The spotlight naturally falls on Ronaldo, who is likely playing in his final World Cup, but Portugal’s strength extends far beyond their iconic captain.

Vitinha enters the tournament after a sensational season that has placed him among the world’s elite midfielders. Bruno Fernandes remains one of football’s most creative forces, while João Neves and Nuno Mendes have developed into world-class talents.

Portugal are no longer a team built solely around Ronaldo.

Instead, they possess quality throughout the squad, with the added emotional motivation of trying to deliver the ultimate prize for their greatest-ever player.

5. Germany

Germany are flying under the radar.

That is usually when they are most dangerous.

While Spain, France and Argentina dominate the headlines, Germany quietly possess one of the most exciting young cores in world football.

Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz are capable of deciding matches on their own, while Germany’s tournament pedigree remains unmatched by most nations.

Few teams understand World Cup football better.

If Germany gather momentum, they have the quality and experience to beat anyone.

Dark Horse: Colombia

Every World Cup produces a surprise package.

This time, Colombia could be that team.

Led by Liverpool star Luis Díaz, Colombia possess the attacking quality needed to trouble the world’s best sides.

They are physically strong, tactically disciplined and enter the tournament without the pressure facing traditional powerhouses.

A favourable draw could see them become one of the stories of the competition.

Why England and Brazil Miss Out

The absence of England and Brazil may surprise some readers.

England possess outstanding talent, but injuries and squad balance concerns leave questions unanswered. Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane and Phil Foden are capable of carrying the Three Lions deep into the tournament, but compared to Spain, France and Argentina, England still feel incomplete.

Brazil remain Brazil. They have stars, quality and history.

However, recent performances have lacked the consistency and cohesion that characterised their greatest World Cup-winning sides. Until they prove otherwise against elite opposition, they sit just outside our top five.

Prediction

Spain enter the tournament as the team to beat.

France have the depth.

Argentina have the belief.

Portugal have the emotion.

Germany have the pedigree.

One of those five nations is likely to be celebrating when the final whistle blows.

The only certainty is that football’s biggest stage is ready for another unforgettable chapter.