Hangman Adam Page is the heart and soul of AEW. His last match in the company took place at Revolution 2026 against MJF in a Texas D*ath match. This was one of the most brutal showdowns in All Elite Wrestling history.
Former AEW World Champion MJF successfully defended his title against Hangman Adam Page at Revolution. Due to this loss, the latter lost the right to challenge for the World Title again. He went on a hiatus after this match but made an amazing return on the July 11 episode of Collision. The 34-year-old delivered a promo where he said that he will pursue other singles titles in the promotion.
Tony Khan revealed some interesting information about the former World Champion in the recent AEW Redemption media call. He said that Hangman is expected to return soon. Furthermore, he confirmed that the wrestler is going to stick to his words and not challenge for the World Title again.
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“Well, I think we’ll see Hangman again very soon. We saw Hangman two weeks ago on Collision. This past week on Collision, they referenced it during some of the championship fights and the big stakes on Collision. We saw Hangman on the show last week. When’s he going to be back? I would expect him to be back soon….He’s going to be a man of his word that he said if he didn’t regain the championship from MJF, that Hangman would not challenge for that World Championship again, and it seems that Hangman is absolutely going to live up to his word because he has told me and has also publicly told all of you he’s going to come back to AEW very soon, and to be in line to challenge for the other championships,” said Khan. [H/T: Wrestle Purists
Career achievements of AEW star Hangman Adam Page
Hangman Adam Page has held the AEW World Championship twice, the AEW World Tag Team Championship twice, and the AEW World Trios Championship once.
It will be interesting to see what the future holds for the Anxious Millennial Cowboy. The Continental or the International Championships will certainly look great on his shoulder.
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Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca spoke to journalists for the first time since his appointment as Pep Guardiola’s successor
Enzo Maresca conducted the first press conference of his time as Manchester City manager when he spoke to reporters on Friday. The Italian fielded questions on a range of topics as he spoke about what he called the ‘privilege’ of replacing Pep Guardiola as manager.
Maresca is at the end of his first week with players at the City Football Academy, with a squad that is mostly made up of youngsters having returned to training this week. Nearly all of the group will head off to Asia on Tuesday for three fixtures, where they will be joined by some of City’s senior stars after their efforts at the World Cup.
Here is a look at how Maresca presented himself in his opening press conference and how he came across.
He was early
A silly point to start with but these things do make a difference and if you are after a first impression it could hardly be better; the last thing a new manager wants to give journalists waiting to write a piece about Guardiola’s successor is to make them wait on a sunny afternoon. It won’t make any difference to how Maresca fares, but however daft it sounds things like that could unconsciously influence how kindly his start is looked upon in a way that lateness would be remembered.
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Taking on the challenge
There’s no point in hiding from the fact that taking over from Pep Guardiola is one of the most daunting tasks going, and Maresca went even further by referencing United after Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsenal after Arsene Wenger. It was though, he said on a number of occasions, a privilege to be able to have the opportunity to lead City. Just as with players, you need your coach to be excited to be through the door and Maresca has fresh energy to be able to bring to the environment.
Backing his brand
Maresca does not have the CV that Guardiola had but he is happy enough with his experiences at Leicester and Chelsea to present them as what he wants to continue at the Etihad, both in terms of the playing style and the trophies. Fans will have doubts over both before the action starts but Maresca came across as calm and confident of being able to get what he wants from the squad.
Personal touch
Maresca did not offer much up around transfer targets and was concise on his time at Chelsea after an acrimonious exit, but he did offer more than he had to when answering certain questions – something Guardiola was not always known for. There was mention of how the manager had kept in touch with Jack Grealish after leaving and he went further than he could have done in addressing Rodri’s future.
Philadelphia, as of Friday afternoon, had the fourth-best 2027 title odds (+1000 on FanDuel) behind the San Antonio Spurs (+260), Oklahoma City Thunder (+260) and New York Knicks (+900). The 76ers were considered +7500 longshots as recently as June 30.
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LeBron explains his ‘last decision’
James said his decision to choose Philadelphia ultimately came down to his quest for another championship.
“This is my last decision. I’m not going for money. I’m not going for family. What am I really playing for at this point? I still want to sacrifice,” James said. “I still want to work. I still want to grind. I still want to compete, to win and to have a chance at the feeling of winning another championship. I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time. Thank you LA. Miami I’ll forever love and Northeast Ohio will always home!”
This marks the fourth time James has changed teams via free agency as he enters his 24th season. He says it will be his last. In 2010, he left the Cavaliers to join the Heat. In 2014, he returned to Cleveland after a successful run in Miami that included those two championships. After leading the Cavaliers to their first title in 2016, he departed for the Lakers in 2018. Now, James will attempt to make it four-for-four as he tries to lead Philadelphia to its first championship since 1983, when Moses Malone famously predicted that the team would go “fo’, fo,’ fo’” with sweeps in all three rounds of the postseason and came just a single game short.
76ers’ history with LeBron
This isn’t the first time the 76ers have attempted to acquire James. In 2018, they met with his agent, Rich Paul, during the brief free agency that ended with James joining the Lakers. At that point, the 76ers were not far removed from their infamous “Process” and had just reached the playoffs for the first time with Joel Embiid leading the way.
Now, Embiid is a former MVP and arguably the least important starter on the team. When Paul shared a whiteboard of options he and James were considering, only one player had a star next to his name: Philadelphia starting point guard Tyrese Maxey. The 76ers just acquired Jaylen Brown in a blockbuster trade with the Boston Celtics. Last year’s No. 3 overall pick, VJ Edgecombe, is an emerging superstar. At least on paper, adding James gives the 76ers one of the most talented starting lineups in NBA history, and one that is, just as importantly, as well-equipped to manage Embiid’s frequent absences as possible.
Though Philadelphia lacks a second, established big man, this team has more depth than most rosters with this much star power. New president of basketball operations Mike Gansey, who, coincidentally enough, was the runner-up to James as Ohio’s Mr. Basketball in 2001, brought ace defender Dean Wade with him from the Cavaliers. The 76ers got a steal in Anfernee Simons on the free-agent market as their primary bench scorer at just $5.3 million. With young players like Labaron Philon, Dominick Barlow and Adem Bona coming up as well, the 76ers should have everything they need to meaningfully contend for a championship. In leaving Los Angeles, James apparently did not feel confident that the Lakers could offer him the same.
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Why LeBron left the Lakers
The relationship between James and the Lakers reportedly began to fray around the team’s failed acquisition of Russell Westbrook, but the event that truly set this move in motion came a year after those 2024 trade negotiations. At the 2025 deadline, the Lakers landed Luka Dončić in a deal with the Dallas Mavericks. That moved their timeline away from James and Anthony Davis, who was shipped out to Dallas in the blockbuster Dončić trade. When James opted into the final year of his contract last season, Paul released a statement indicating some displeasure with the direction the Lakers were moving in.
“LeBron wants to compete for a championship,” Paul told ESPN at the time. “He knows the Lakers are building for the future. He understands that, but he values a realistic chance of winning it all. We are very appreciative of the partnership that we’ve had for eight years with (governor) Jeanie (Buss) and (general manager) Rob (Pelinka) and consider the Lakers as a critical part of his career.”
There were rumblings at the time that James might pursue a trade, but the 76ers weren’t in a position to deal at that point. Their only viable matching salary would have been for Embiid or Paul George, both of whom would have impeded the Lakers’ cap space plans. James ultimately remained in Los Angeles last season, and it seemed as though he and the team turned a corner when they went 15-2 in March. However, injuries to Dončić and Austin Reaves (who recently signed a four-year, $185 million max extension) robbed James and the Lakers of the chance to compete seriously for a championship last spring.
James led the Lakers past the Houston Rockets in the first round before their season ended in a second-round sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Once again, questions arose over his future. The Lakers had the capacity to create more than $50 million in cap space. Doing so, however, would mean renouncing their Bird Rights to James. They could have potentially used some of their money to re-sign James, but as far as is publicly known, no offer was made before free agency. James preferred not to wait and find out what the Lakers were doing or how interested they would be in a ninth season together. On the morning free agency began, James informed the Lakers that he would not be returning.
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As it turns out, the Lakers wouldn’t have had the money to make him a substantial offer anyway. They kicked off free agency with a series of stunning moves headlined by a four-year, $130 million sign-and-trade agreement to land Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler. They followed that move up by signing Quentin Grimes, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Sexton, effectively resetting their team around Dončić and Reaves.
The Lakers felt they needed an all-out youth movement to realistically compete with the Thunder and San Antonio Spurs moving forward. The 76ers went the other way, threading the needle beautifully between their existing core and splashy external additions. James is 41, more than twice Edgecombe’s age, with Brown, Embiid and Maxey slotting neatly between them. Philadelphia has set itself up to win both now and later, giving James a realistic contender for as long as he decides to keep playing.
Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Brian O’Neill and guard Blake Brandel work through side-by-side reps at the team’s training facility in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Jun. 10, 2025, focusing on timing, footwork, and communication during minicamp drills. The pair continues building cohesion as the offensive line sharpens execution in offseason preparation. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images.
The top Vikings injury concern can be found in rookie defensive tackle Caleb Banks. Chosen at No. 18 overall, Mr. Banks boasts a hulking frame, tremendous athleticism, and a foot that has kept him on the sidelines due to injuries (note: injuries).
The old adage is that a player “can’t make the club in the tub.” The basic idea is that too much time recovering in the ice tub is the kiss of death in a sport as competitive as NFL football. But while he isn’t in danger of not making the team, Banks is in danger of getting leapfrogged on the depth chart.
“Had the offseason continued,” the head coach insisted, “he probably would’ve started to get some work in some of the individual drills and then progress him into some of the team stuff.” Banks, in other words, had been getting healthy. O’Connell said that things were looking so good that seeing OTAs and minicamp continue would have involved Banks getting into the on-field work rather than just focusing on his recovery.
Pretty soon, O’Connell’s optimism will get put to the test.
Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks (88) participates in a drill during spring football practice at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, April 1, 2023. [Matt Pendleton/Gainesville Sun]
The large defensive tackle has already missed valuable on-field work in the spring and early portion of the summer. Missing even more work would be detrimental, to say the least. That observation could be especially pronounced given that a critique of his game already is that he needed further refinement.
Winning in the trenches is a battle involving one’s feet, hands, and eyes. Small details are very important even if having massive muscles helps. Knowing how to counter the technique of the talented blockers opposite the DT is the sort of thing that’s next to impossible without physical reps under the tutelage of Ryan Nielsen, who looks like he’s a detailed teacher and tactician.
DT1 Jalen Redmond is a stud who doesn’t appear likely to get moved off his top spot. If anything, Mr. Redmond is going to demand a larger portion of the pie as he moves from success story in Minnesota to a defender who gets recognition around the NFL.
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Next up are some combination of Levi Drake Rodriguez, Ty Ingram-Dawkins, Domonique Orange, and Banks (among others). Realistically, there’s going to be room for a minimum of four or five defensive linemen to earn large roles. Banks will be among them so long as health doesn’t totally derail his rookie season. Can he be an early starter, though?
Best case for the Vikings is that Caleb Banks ends up being a starting 5-tech. He would be a matchup nightmare for a lot of offensive linemen given that he boasts such unique abilities.
Again, though, there’s the central concern of his health. Where do things stand with the foot injuries that made his selection at No. 18 such a shocking move? Nolan Teasley can’t be blamed for whatever takes place here since the new GM is so new that he didn’t run the Vikings’ most recent draft. O’Connell, though, would get an earful online if things don’t work out for Banks in 2026.
Caleb Banks, 23, is listed as being 6’6″ and 327 pounds. After getting drafted, Banks did say that he planned to get a touch slimmer as he prepared for life in the NFL. Getting his body in a good spot can ideally lead to a long, healthy career in the NFL.
File Pic: Rohit Sharma and Jos Buttler (PTI Photo)
NEW DELHI: England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler shared a special moment with fans after receiving a signed Team India jersey from Rohit Sharma, calling the Indian opener “one of his all-time favourite players”.Following the conclusion of the three-match ODI series between India and England, Buttler took to Instagram to post a picture of the signed shirt gifted by Rohit, expressing his admiration for the veteran batter despite being on opposite sides during the contest. Rohit also wrote a heartfelt message on the jersey: “Dear Jos, Loved my time playing with & against you.”Sharing the image, Buttler wrote: “One opposition player’s shirt I’ve always wanted. One of my all-time favourite players! Will treasure this; thank you, @rohitsharma45.”
Rohit endured a difficult start to the ODI series, with his performances in the opening two matches raising questions over his future in the format ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027.However, the Indian opener silenced his critics in trademark fashion in the series decider at Lord’s, producing a breathtaking century during India’s huge chase of 388. The knock marked Rohit’s first international hundred at the iconic venue, widely regarded as the ‘Home of Cricket’.The 138-run innings came in just 110 balls, featuring 17 fours and five sixes, and showcased the timing, elegance and class that have defined Rohit’s illustrious ODI career. Although India fell short by 27 runs and lost the series 1-2, Rohit’s partnership with long-time batting partner Virat Kohli thrilled the crowd at Lord’s. Kohli contributed a fluent 74 off 60 balls, including four boundaries and three sixes.Rohit finished the series as India’s leading run-scorer, amassing 175 runs in three matches at an average of 58.33 and a strike rate of 98.31, including one century.
Rohit’s ODI legacy continues
The 39-year-old former captain remains one of the greatest ODI batters in history, having scored 11,895 runs in 288 matches at an average of 48.95 and a strike rate of 93.04. His record includes 34 centuries, 62 fifties and the highest individual ODI score of 264.He currently ranks seventh among the format’s all-time leading run-scorers and is India’s third-highest ODI run-getter behind Sachin Tendulkar (18,426 runs) and Virat Kohli (14,941 runs).Rohit and Kohli will next be seen in ODI action when India host the West Indies for a three-match series from September 27 to October 3.
Slovenia’s four-time champion Tadej Pogacar on Friday further consolidated his overall lead by taking stage 19 of the Tour de France. He made the punishing climb up the Alpe d’Huez in 35 minutes and 27 seconds.
The decision was met with … shock, mostly. Coming into Friday, the 76ers weren’t considered among the favorites to sign James. Two of James’ former franchise, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat, as well as the Golden State Warriors, were considered the most likely landing spots for the superstar.
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But it wasn’t meant to be, as James opted for the surprising 76ers instead.
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The news came as a massive shock to Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, who got the news as she was in the middle of a press conference ahead of WNBA All-Star weekend.
As Clark said in the above clip, she had literally just finished answering a question in which she pitched James signing with the Indiana Pacers. It wasn’t meant to be.
At least one person in the NBA world was also surprised by the decision. One NBA executive said Philadelphia was “option No. 4” before James made his decision.
James, himself, explained his choice on social media, explaining he truly contemplated retirement this offseason before deciding to join the 76ers. His full statement read:
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“I thought I was done when the season ended. I wasn’t ready to announce it, and I knew I needed some time to really decide, but I was pretty sure I played my last game. I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and deicide if I still love this game. I still truly love this game, and I have more to give.
“The last few weeks have really been special. I’ve never been able to have no clue what to do and take real time to just think. I’ve had an incredible few months with all the people I love trying to figure it all out. This is my last decision. I’m not going for money. I’m not going for family. What am I really playing for at this point?
“I still want to sacrifice. I still want to work. I still want to grind. I still want to compete, to win and to have a chance at the feeling of winning another championship.
“I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time.
“Thank you LA. Miami I’ll forever love and Northeast Ohio will always home!”
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The 76ers have had quite the offseason now, with both James and Jaylen Brown joining the organization. Brown had a somewhat muted reaction to the signing, merely tweeting out a hashtag #throwtheballup.
Tyrese Maxey and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, on the other hand, went out of his way to celebrate the move.
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Maxey immediately hopped on Instagram and was yelling about the news.
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Shapiro already proclaimed it “LeBron James Day” in the state.
This is how our writers think United should line up this evening:
Tyrone Marshall
Carrick showed his hand last week by picking a strong team in the first half and then ringing the changes at the break. I’d keep the pattern reasonably similar this half, with a couple of changes. One of them is moving Yoro to centre-back alongside Maguire. There has to be a chance that this is the partnership that begins the Premier League season, so let’s see them together now.
I would also bring Tyler Fletcher in to play alongside Andrey Santos, with Mason Mount as the No.10, and would hand Joshua Zirkzee a chance through the middle.
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Steven Railston
I’d largely pick the same team that started against Wrexham last weekend, but would make a handful of changes. The first would be bringing Vitek into the XI at the expense of Heaton, who can play in the second half when wholesale changes are made.
Tyler Fletcher should swap roles with his brother, Jack, who started in Finland. He is the more likely of the pair to stay with the first-team squad in the new campaign, so it makes sense for him to start.
Playing Zirkzee up front is fine in the first two pre-season games, which are essentially fitness exercises, but it will be concerning if he’s the only fit forward on the eve of the new campaign. Carrick should give Gabriel minutes in the second half.
The preseason gives young and sometimes lesser known players a time to shine.
Had it not been for the preseason, Victor Cruz might never have become a star for the New York Giants. He made the roster as an undrafted rookie with an impressive preseason, and ended up with 1,536 receiving yards for a Super Bowl championship team in his second season.
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Not everyone breaks out like Cruz did, but we’ll see some players impress their teams and either make the roster or elevate their role with a big preseason. Here are our 10 breakout candidates for the preseason:
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Preseason really is for the backups, after all, and there might be no more intriguing QB2 than Caleb Williams‘ understudy. Bagent was one of the preseason standouts a year ago, throwing for five TDs and 511 yards in the three outings, which included a standout performance against the Chiefs in the finale.
There was trade chatter this spring around Bagent, given the intriguing skills the former undrafted free agent had shown, including four emergency regular-season starts as a rookie in 2023. The Bears have balked to this point, reportedly holding out for more in return, perhaps even a Day 2 draft pick.
If Bagent lights it up again this preseason, could those trade calls return? There’s always at least one team worried about its QB situation every August, so it can’t be dismissed, even with Bagent signing an extension last year through 2027. The Bears still have Case Keenum as a veteran, and offensive coordinator Press Taylor sounded somewhat intrigued with 2026 UDFA Miller Moss.
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Even if the Bears don’t move Bagent, we’ll see him thrive again this preseason. He’s a talented thrower with some decent athleticism. —Edholm
The Jaguars saw Travis Etienne Jr. leave in free agency, and while Chris Rodriguez Jr. got a healthy two-year, $10 million deal to come to Jacksonville, he has 920 rushing yards in three seasons. Everything is lined up for Tuten to have a really nice second season.
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Tuten had just 307 rushing yards as a rookie last season, but has talent and now he should have a great opportunity to be a lead back in a good offense. Tuten’s usage in preseason will be interesting to track. If Tuten looks good in the preseason, he should enter the regular season as at least the leader in a timeshare with Rodriguez. And there’s a chance he’s a preseason star, and that’s a harbinger for a very good second season. —Schwab
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Carter had an odd rookie season. He came in with a ton of hype as the third overall pick of last year’s draft, and had only four sacks. But the pressure stats were very good. He had the most quick pressures of any player in the NFL last season.
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The best guess is Carter turns a lot of those pressures into sacks this season. There’s no better way to get off to a good start than having a strong preseason, which would be a good sight for new Giants head coach John Harbaugh. Everyone would be excited to see Carter have a big preseason heading into his second NFL season. —Schwab
On the surface, you might say that Ferguson’s rookie season was a disappointment, given that he caught only 11 passes on 25 targets in 350-plus snaps last season. Even for a slower-developing position such as tight end, the catch total is lean.
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But Ferguson also flashed quite a bit on those 11 catches, averaging 21 yards per grab and catching three TDs. The Rams continued to funnel the ball his way more and more as the season went on, and though it didn’t always result in big plays, it showed how much faith Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford had in the rising prospect.
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Ferguson also showed he could hold his own as a blocker, which was something that wasn’t viewed as a major strength entering the league. Although Tyler Higbee and Colby Parkinson remain options, it feels like Ferguson will get every opportunity to shine this season, and that will include some preseason flash plays. —Edholm
Everyone has been waiting for the big Downs breakout season. While he has been good, and efficient, he hasn’t passed 70% of the Colts’ offensive snaps in a season yet. With Michael Pittman Jr. off to Pittsburgh in a trade, that could change.
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Downs, at 171 pounds, might never be an every-down receiver but this is his opportunity to prove he can do it. Alec Pierce is the Colts’ No. 1 receiver after signing a massive contract, but even he could miss a lot of training camp as he recovers from ankle surgery. Downs still has to show that he can be a staple in two-receiver sets for the Colts, and he might make strides toward that in the preseason. If he can become an unquestioned full-time player, he could have a huge regular season. —Schwab
Jets TE Kenyon Sadiq
There have been some flashy TE rookies in recent years who have parlayed a strong preseason into productive first years in the NFL. Colston Loveland and Tyler Warren both looked good in August a year ago. Sadiq is a clear choice for rookie TE standout of this year’s preseason.
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Sadiq was a surprise pick to the Jets, but it was clear they badly needed to add more firepower to a limited offense. From a physical perspective, Sadiq could be a real ace for the Jets, even if he’s not a complete player nor is he guaranteed a high-volume role as a receiver in the regular season.
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But the Jets were awful on third downs and even worse in the red zone. These are two clear areas where the 6-foot-3, 245-pound Sadiq can make his money — and make his impact starting in preseason. Expect a heavy workload this August as a way of determining what Sadiq can do for the Jets’ offense come Week 1. —Edholm
Lions WR Isaac TeSlaa
TeSlaa was a star of last preseason, tying for the NFL lead with three touchdown catches. He made some highlight plays during his rookie regular season too, but he wasn’t a high-volume player in the offense. He caught six touchdowns on only 16 receptions.
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The Lions have a crowded offense, and TeSlaa has to do something special to improve his playing time. He should play plenty in the preseason, and he clearly has the ability to star on that stage. If he has another big preseason, it could force the Lions to find ways to get him on the field more with increased targets. —Schwab
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Seahawks DT Rylie Mills
A play you might have forgotten amid the hoopla of the Seahawks’ Super Bowl LX dominance was a sack from a player with fewer than 40 NFL snaps. When Seattle drafted Mills in Round 5 last year, it was considered a wait-and-see pick while Mills was recovering from a torn ACL. He earned playing time down the stretch and was effective enough to earn Super Bowl snaps.
This was Mills walking Patriots OG Jared Wilson back into Drake Maye for a 10-yard sack, and it was just a snapshot of the player he was at Notre Dame before suffering the injury in the College Football Playoffs against Indiana. Mills had only five Super Bowl snaps, but he made them count.
Now he’s set for an expanded role in a deep, yes, but also older defensive line group. Mills has positional versatility, and his motor is always humming. I expect the Seahawks to completely remove the bubble wrap and unleash him this preseason while many veterans sit, and I expect him to be a big part of the regular season thereafter. —Edholm
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Ravens Edge Mike Green
Green entered the NFL with plenty of baggage that caused him to slip from a potential first-round spot to well into Round 2. His play as a rookie was fine, although it arguably was a shade disappointing for a second-rounder, much less for someone with the talent to go higher. Even still, it was impossible to miss Green on tape with several almost sacks — plays that I believe were indicative of future production.
There’s more room for optimism in Year 2 as Green is part of what looks to be a stronger Edge group in Baltimore, playing for a head coach in Jesse Minter who has a strong track record for making his teams’ defenses better in his first year on a staff.
With Trey Hendrickson, Calais Campbell and rookie Zion Young, the Edge competition looks strong, but there appears to be — at the least — a third-down role for Green to occupy and maybe even thrive in. Green and Young figure to receive a ton of preseason reps, and I think the second-year edge will have multiple sacks in the preseason and lock in a steady role by Week 1. —Edholm
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Bears S Dillon Thieneman
The Bears turned over their safeties in the offseason, and landed an exciting prospect by selecting Thieneman with the 25th pick of the NFL Draft. Thieneman was a playmaker at Purdue and Oregon, and his versatility is much needed in the Bears’ defense.
The Bears have some interesting players on a defense that didn’t have a great season in 2025. Thieneman could end up helping coordinator Dennis Allen’s play-calling if the rookie shows he understands the scheme and plays as fast in the NFL as he did in college. He’s going to start this season, but the preseason will go a long way in showing how creative the Bears can get with him. It’s pretty easy to envision Thieneman being one of the most exciting rookies we see in August, for a team that is trying to build on its NFC North championship season. —Schwab
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has set a date for a hearing over Senegal’s appeal against being stripped of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title.
Hosts Morocco were declared the tournament winners after the Confederation of African Football (Caf) overturned the result of the final in January, which Senegal won 1-0.
The Senegalese players walked off the field after Morocco were awarded a stoppage-time penalty with the match goalless.
Following a delay of about 17 minutes, the players returned and Brahim Diaz’s penalty was saved before Senegal’s Pape Gueye scored an extra-time winner.
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Senegal lodged their appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) on 25 March, seeking to set aside Caf’s decision and reinstate them as tournament winners.
Caf deemed that Senegal had forfeited the final and awarded Morocco a 3-0 victory.
Caf and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) did not agree to expedite the procedure so there will now be a hearing on 8 October.
According to a Cas statement, that follows the standard timeline.
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Caf and the FRMF did not request that the hearing is made public so it will take place behind closed doors at the Cas headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Cas cannot state when a final decision will be announced but it will not be on the day of the hearing.
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